Fida 11th Awards: Celebrating The Best in Fashion Art & Illustration

Open to all artists worldwide – members and non-members.
(Members can use their discount to save 20% on submissions.)

The Fida 11th Awards celebrate the very best in contemporary fashion art and illustration. Open globally, these awards give creatives of all levels the opportunity to gain recognition, industry exposure, and career-changing opportunities.

2025 Award Categories

Who Can Enter?

Suitable for creatives of all levels, including:

  • Fashion illustrators & artists
  • Fashion designers & stylists
  • Graphic designers & digital artists
  • Editorial, commercial & beauty illustrators
  • Beginners, students, graduates and professionals

Work may be handmade, digital, or mixed-media using any technique – from pen, ink, watercolour and collage to Procreate, Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, and beyond.

Prizes

Winners across all 5 categories will share a prize fund worth over £15,000, including:

  • Portfolio or Project Membership with Fida
  • Feature in The Fible, the official fashion art & illustration book
  • Work showcased in the 11th Awards Virtual Exhibition & e-book
  • Winner’s feature spotlight on fidaworldwide.com
  • Promotion across Fida’s global social media & email campaigns

Key Dates

  • Submission Deadline: Sunday 2nd November 2025 – 11:59PM EST
  • Longlist Announcement: Friday 7th November 2025
  • Shortlist Announcement: Friday 14th November 2025
  • Virtual Awards Event & Winner Announcements: Friday 21st November 2025

Why Enter?

Award Judges

Filippo Grazioli – Creative Director, Missoni
Filippo Grazioli, Creative Director at Missoni, brings his visionary approach to fashion and illustration to the panel. With years of experience shaping the visual identity of one of the world’s most iconic fashion houses, Filippo evaluates work with a focus on innovation, creativity, and brand storytelling.

Patrick Cox - Doors of Perception

Patrick Cox is a celebrated Canadian-British shoe designer known for his bold, innovative, and often unconventional approach to footwear. Rising to prominence in the 1990s, he became famous for his signature loafers and playful, fashion-forward designs that blended luxury with street style. Cox launched his label Patrick Cox Wannabe in 1993, which quickly became a global success and a symbol of ‘90s fashion culture. Over his career, he has collaborated with major fashion houses, designed costumes for stage and screen, and continued to influence the industry with his fearless creativity and boundary-pushing vision.

Doors of Perception is Patrick Cox’s visionary fashion and footwear brand born from personal transformation on Ibiza. After a celebrated career designing the iconic Wannabe loafers, Cox embraced psychedelic therapy and moved to the Balearic island to rediscover creative purpose. The result is “entheogenic apparel,” a collection of ethical, sustainably produced garments—from embroidered jackets and sweatshirts to sandals—infused with mystical motifs like eyes, mushrooms, and disco elements . Crafted in collaboration with local artisans, each limited-edition piece offers a soulful, symbolic escape through fashion.

Jim Turner – Editor-in-Chief, Flaunt Magazine
Jim Turner leads the editorial direction at Flaunt Magazine, one of the most influential voices in contemporary fashion and culture. His expertise in fashion imagery, editorial styling, and emerging trends provides invaluable insight into the intersection of art, illustration, and media.

Stefano Carminati – Art Director, Wired Magazine
Stefano Carminati, Art Director at Wired Magazine, is renowned for his ability to blend technology, design, and visual communication. Stefano brings a keen eye for composition, style, and originality, ensuring the awarded work resonates both aesthetically and conceptually.

Anthony McGrath – Course Leader at UAL (LCF) & Founder, Clothes-Make-the-Man.com
Anthony McGrath is a respected educator and industry innovator, guiding the next generation of fashion illustrators at the University of the Arts London (London College of Fashion). As founder of Clothes-Make-the-Man.com, he brings expertise in fashion, illustration, and personal branding.

Rita Bressani Doldi – Founder & Creative Culinary Director, Intermezzo Catering and Events
Rita Bressani Doldi combines creativity and precision in the culinary arts, bringing an imaginative and aesthetic perspective to judging illustration and design. Her experience in creating visually stunning experiences translates seamlessly to evaluating artistic excellence.

Cosimo Ippolito – Managing Director, Sartoria Rea
Cosimo Ippolito leads Sartoria Rea, a design and tailoring powerhouse known for craftsmanship and attention to detail. Cosimo’s understanding of fashion, fabric, and form adds a practical and technical lens to the judging panel.

Franck Lopez – Hermès
Franck Lopez, representing Hermès, brings decades of luxury fashion expertise to the awards. His insight into high-end fashion, design innovation, and the art of storytelling ensures that entries are evaluated with the highest standards of craftsmanship and creativity.

Anthony Brownless – Founder, Arts Thread
Anthony Brownless founded Arts Thread to connect emerging creative talent with industry opportunities. His extensive knowledge of illustration, portfolio presentation, and global creative networks ensures that the awards recognise both skill and potential.

Martyn Roberts & Biljana Ljubicic – Founders, Fashion Scout
Martyn Roberts and Biljana Ljubicic are the visionaries behind Fashion Scout, a platform dedicated to nurturing emerging fashion designers. Their expertise in spotting new talent and understanding contemporary fashion trends makes them invaluable contributors to the judging panel.

👉 Enter now to showcase your work, gain recognition, and elevate your career in fashion art & illustration.

The Fida 11th Awards are made possible with the support of our incredible sponsors and partners, whose commitment to creativity and innovation helps us celebrate talent from around the world.

A special thank you to:

  • Lumii Design – pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling
  • Intermezzo Catering & Events – bringing creativity to life through unforgettable experiences
  • Arts Thread – connecting the next generation of creatives with global opportunities
  • Fashion Scout – discovering and promoting the world’s most exciting fashion talent
  • Sartoria Rea – Excellence in design and craftsmanship
  • LiveEventsArtist.com – championing artists for live event experiences worldwide

Together, we are proud to celebrate and elevate the global fashion illustration and art community.

The Fida community was built by creatives, for creatives — and we can’t wait to welcome new voices into the fold.
By entering, you’re not only showcasing your talent, you’re becoming part of something bigger: a global network of artists who inspire, support, and elevate each other.

Ready to share your story?
Submit your work and join the movement.

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