Swarovski, the world's leading crystal company, is an integral partner with The Bride Show. Usually associated with global leaders of the fashion industry, Swarovski recognises the importance of nurturing young talent and developing new ideas and fresh creativity. The Young Designer Awards creates the perfect platform to reach promising future designers and help them break into the fashion industry.
“The response we have received in the last few years of the Swarovski Young Designer Awards has been overwhelming,” said Werner Baumgartner, Managing Director of Swarovski Middle East. “We believe this is an important competition, which helps both students who have embarked on a path to a career in fashion as well as amateurs who believe they have an eye for creativity and flair. I am very much looking forward to seeing how this year's participants will develop the theme, 'the art of being intimate' into a beautiful wedding dress.”
“Now in its 9th year, we are thrilled to build further on the success of the Swarovski Young Designer Awards at The Bride Show Dubai,” said Daphne Cota, Exhibitions Manager for The Bride Show. “Seeing the finalists' hard work pay off on the last day of the event is always very inspiring and we know our visitors love to see local creative talent in the spotlight and on the catwalk. The Awards continue to raise awareness and standards for young talent in the Middle East fashion industry.”