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Real Leather. Stay Different. International Student Design Competition 2026
Real Leather / ArtsThread
Winning designs are physically recreated for a capsule collection showcased globally. Travel and accommodation to the October 2026 final event are fully covered. This provides unparalleled access to high-end manufacturing and global exposure.
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Winning designs are physically recreated for a capsule collection showcased globally. Travel and accommodation to the October 2026 final event are fully covered. This provides unparalleled access to high-end manufacturing and global exposure.
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This competition is open to students or recent graduates (within one year) who are 18 years or older and not employed full-time in the creative sector. Designs must use at least 50% cattle leather (as a by-product), with the explicit prohibition of fur or exotic skins, leading to automatic disqualification. Entry is free.
Dates & details
- Deadline
- Standard deadline for applications
- Programme dates
- Final event: October 2026
- Duration
- Final event: October 2026
- Language
- English (implied)
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