2025 Wearable Art Show Entry Form |
Wearable Art Entry Form Closes March 24, 2025
Wearable Art Runway Show Application Guidelines
We are thrilled to invite you to submit an entry for our 2025 Wearable Art Runway Show which will be on Saturday, April 26, 2025! This unique event celebrates creativity, sustainability, and innovation in fashion. Below are the detailed guidelines and rules for creating and submitting your wearable art outfit.
Eligibility & Concept
All are welcome to submit their creations for the runway show. We also highly encourage student entries. Selected submissions must include a complete outfit with a headpiece or mask, and at least 75% of the materials used must be repurposed or upcycled. Repurposed or upcycled materials are items used in a manner different from what it was originally intended to be used for.
The Wearable Art Runway Show encourages inventive designs that push the boundaries of traditional fashion while maintaining the spirit of sustainability and craftsmanship. Up to three pieces may be submitted per artist. Each piece requires a separate entry form. 20 ensembles will be selected for the show.
Design Requirements
Material Composition: At least 75% of the materials used in the outfit must be repurposed, recycled, or upcycled. Designers are encouraged to be creative in sourcing materials, using unconventional items such as plastics, metals, fabrics, and found objects.
Headpiece or Mask: Every ensemble must include a headpiece or mask as a key component. This accessory should be cohesive with the overall outfit and reflect the artistic theme.
Application Process
Submission Deadline: All application forms and design concepts must be submitted by March 24, 2025. Late submissions will only be considered if there is space in the show.
Design Concept: Applicants must provide a clear description of the concept behind their design, explaining the use of repurposed materials and how their piece aligns with the theme of the show.
Sketches/Images: Include sketches, photos, or mock-ups of the outfit and headpiece/mask to provide the jury with a visual representation of the final product.
Materials List: Submit a list identifying the repurposed materials used and the approximate percentage they represent in the overall design.
Evaluation Criteria
Designs will be judged on:
We are thrilled to invite you to submit an entry for our 2025 Wearable Art Runway Show which will be on Saturday, April 26, 2025! This unique event celebrates creativity, sustainability, and innovation in fashion. Below are the detailed guidelines and rules for creating and submitting your wearable art outfit.
Eligibility & Concept
All are welcome to submit their creations for the runway show. We also highly encourage student entries. Selected submissions must include a complete outfit with a headpiece or mask, and at least 75% of the materials used must be repurposed or upcycled. Repurposed or upcycled materials are items used in a manner different from what it was originally intended to be used for.
The Wearable Art Runway Show encourages inventive designs that push the boundaries of traditional fashion while maintaining the spirit of sustainability and craftsmanship. Up to three pieces may be submitted per artist. Each piece requires a separate entry form. 20 ensembles will be selected for the show.
Design Requirements
Material Composition: At least 75% of the materials used in the outfit must be repurposed, recycled, or upcycled. Designers are encouraged to be creative in sourcing materials, using unconventional items such as plastics, metals, fabrics, and found objects.
Headpiece or Mask: Every ensemble must include a headpiece or mask as a key component. This accessory should be cohesive with the overall outfit and reflect the artistic theme.
Application Process
Submission Deadline: All application forms and design concepts must be submitted by March 24, 2025. Late submissions will only be considered if there is space in the show.
Design Concept: Applicants must provide a clear description of the concept behind their design, explaining the use of repurposed materials and how their piece aligns with the theme of the show.
Sketches/Images: Include sketches, photos, or mock-ups of the outfit and headpiece/mask to provide the jury with a visual representation of the final product.
Materials List: Submit a list identifying the repurposed materials used and the approximate percentage they represent in the overall design.
Evaluation Criteria
Designs will be judged on:
- Creativity and Originality (People's Choice Award)
- Effective and innovative use of repurposed materials (Innovation in Upcycling Award)
- Craftsmanship (ReCrafted Mastery Award)
All entries will be notified of acceptance within 5 business days. There will be 20 designs showcased. To ensure your design is considered for entry in the show, submit your application as early as possible.
Rules for Participation
The Wearable Art Runway Show is a neutral event focused on art, creativity, and fashion.
Decency Standards: All designs must adhere to a standard of decency. Designs should not feature nudity, graphic violence, or any form of explicit or indecent imagery.
Prohibition on Political Views: No designs may depict political views, messages, or symbols.
Right to Refuse: The Wearable Art Runway Show reserves the right to refuse any submission that does not reflect the original concept as outlined in the application or fails to meet the above criteria.
Additionally, designs that are deemed offensive, inappropriate, or in violation of these guidelines will not be permitted to appear in the show.
Runway Presentation
Model Requirements: Artists may choose their own model or use one of our models. Pieces may have multiple models. We encourage you to choose a model with expressive confidence.
A volunteer hair and makeup artist will be available to assist on the day of the show.
Rules for Participation
The Wearable Art Runway Show is a neutral event focused on art, creativity, and fashion.
Decency Standards: All designs must adhere to a standard of decency. Designs should not feature nudity, graphic violence, or any form of explicit or indecent imagery.
Prohibition on Political Views: No designs may depict political views, messages, or symbols.
Right to Refuse: The Wearable Art Runway Show reserves the right to refuse any submission that does not reflect the original concept as outlined in the application or fails to meet the above criteria.
Additionally, designs that are deemed offensive, inappropriate, or in violation of these guidelines will not be permitted to appear in the show.
Runway Presentation
Model Requirements: Artists may choose their own model or use one of our models. Pieces may have multiple models. We encourage you to choose a model with expressive confidence.
A volunteer hair and makeup artist will be available to assist on the day of the show.