The world’s leading luxury group, LVMH, has opened applications for the most coveted award in the fashion industry. Specifically, this prize creates a direct bridge between young creative talent and the leaders of the luxury world. Consequently, the winner receives a massive financial grant and personalized mentorship from LVMH experts.
Program Overview
This is an accelerator for designers who are ready to scale their brand globally. Therefore, it is open to designers from every country who have already produced at least two collections. By joining, semi-finalists get to present their work in Paris to a panel of industry icons, including creative directors from brands like Dior, Louis Vuitton, and Loewe.
Key Benefits
The LVMH Prize offers career-defining support. Specifically, the benefits include:
- The Grand Prize: A grant of €400,000 to invest in your brand.
- Karl Lagerfeld Prize: A secondary prize of €200,000 for exceptional creative potential.
- Mentorship: A one-year mentorship program tailored to your needs, covering intellectual property, sourcing, marketing, and distribution.
- Savoir-Faire Prize: A new €200,000 award dedicated to excellence in craftsmanship.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, an applicant must be a professional designer with an established brand. Crucially, this is not for students; you must be managing a commercial enterprise.
- Age: You must be between 18 and 40 years old.
- Professional Status: You must have produced and sold at least two women’s, men’s, or genderless ready-to-wear collections.
- Global Reach: Open to designers of all nationalities.
Application Process
- Deadline: April 5, 2026.
- Submission: You must complete the digital application on the LVMH Prize website.
- Requirements: A lookbook of your recent collections, a press kit, and a video presentation of your brand.
