Innovative Accessories Challenge
Innovative Accessories Challenge
YOUNG DESIGNERS REINVENT ACCESSORIES THROUGH INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY
In collaboration with Sara Sozzani Maino, the FIRENZE SCHOOL is launching an international challenge dedicated to young designers under 30, inviting them to explore new expressive possibilities in the world of contemporary accessories.
THE CHALLENGE
The challenge encourages an approach that combines experimentation, material research, and responsible design, fostering a dialogue between craftsmanship, innovative techniques, and aesthetic visions capable of anticipating the languages of the future.
The aim is to invite young designers to go beyond the traditional notion of the accessory-object and interpret it as an expressive form, a wearable sculpture, or a functional device able to interact with the body and the environment in which it is placed.
The projects will be evaluated by an outstanding international jury composed of:
- Paul Andrew • Founder & Creative Director of Paul Andrew
- Giuliano Calza • Founder & Creative Director of GCDS
- Edward Buchanan • Founder & Creative Director of Sansovino 6
- Nicolò Beretta • Footwear Designer; Founder of Giannico
- Anna Dello Russo • Fashion Journalist
- Sabrina Scarpellini • Co-Founder & Fashion Director Massimo Bonini showroom
- Sara Sozzani Maino • Creative Director @Fondazione Sozzani
- Carolina Pelizza • Tod’s Leather Goods Designer
APPLICATION
Applicants are invited to submit:
- Information form with personal details and educational background
- Curriculum Vitae and Motivational Letter
- Concept presentation of the proposed project
- Portfolio of previous work
Kindly refer to the Regulation for further information about participation criteria and required material.
AWARDS
The winning project will receive:
- Full scholarship for the Master in Luxury Accessories Design Management at Istituto Marangoni Firenze;
- Production and prototyping of the selected project, which may be exhibited during the celebrations of the 10th anniversary of Istituto Marangoni Firenze.
The two awards may also be assigned to different participants, at the Jury’s discretion.
TOD'S SPECIAL MENTION
- a 50% scholarship for the Master in Luxury Accessories Design and Management at Istituto Marangoni Firenze
- the opportunity to undertake a curricular internship at Tod’s, offering young designers an additional and tangible opportunity for professional growth.
PARTNERS
MANTECO • Manteco is a Tuscan textile company internationally recognized for its excellence in wool fabrics and its pioneering approach to sustainability.
LEATHER & LUXURY • The magazine dedicated to the excellence of Italian leather goods and manufacturing, with a focus on the companies, materials, and supply chain that make Made in Italy unique.
TIVOLI GROUP • Florentine group with over 40 years of experience in developing and producing leather goods for the fashion and luxury sector, with strong attention to quality, innovation, and sustainability.
TOD'S SPA • Leading Italian luxury group renowned for its artisanal excellence, savoir faire and timeless approach to leather craftsmanship, combining tradition and contemporary vision in iconic footwear and accessories.