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Competition Overview

  • Round 1: Concept & Creative Brief

    This phase begins October 1, 2026 and ends when your creative brief submission is due, December 12, 2026. Only 12 top students will move on to Round 2. Three jurors will review your overall concept that relates to the theme “The Masks We Wear” and your overall creative vision for your fashion masterpiece.

    Round 1 requirements

  • Round 2: Shopping & Making

    If you are lucky enough to make it to Round 2, you will be provided with a $60 Goodwill voucher to purchase your supplies and have 2 months before your first model fitting. The Round 2 webpage will be unlocked for all students who make it to Round 2.

    Round 2 requirements

  • Round 3: Judging & Runway Show

    Round 3 consists of 1 full day in McAllen, TX on October 21st. Your day will consist of run-throughs, rehearsals, Final touch ups, Hair and Makeup, and finally, the runway show in which your work will be judged and awarded that evening! You have the chance to win $3,000 in scholarships and an additional $1,000 People’s Choice Award. The Round 3 webpage will be unlocked for all students who make it to Round 3.

    round 3 requirements

Mentors & Jurors To Be Announced

Competition Timeline

  • Students Notified

    Schools and students will receive information regarding the compeition.

  • Student Meetings

    Online student interest meetings will be conducted to provide information.

  • Round 1 Judging

    The creative brief packet is due at midnight, Nov. 14, 2025.

  • Round 2 Begins

    Round 2 students will be notified and invited to the Round 2 meeting.

  • Model Fitting

    Two model fitting sessions will occur in February 2026.

  • Round 2 Progress Check

    The jurors will determine if students are ready to advance to Round 3.

  • Runway Show

    May 6th and 7th will include fittings, hair/makeup, and the final judging!