British-American inclusive fashion designer Harris Reed has teamed up with Klarna, to launch a competition to find “emerging talent within the fashion community”.
The competition, which is now open to entries in both the UK and US, will challenge young designers to think sustainably and champion inclusivity in creating a look using recycled, eco-conscious materials that best represents their fluid world. Whilst open to all aspiring creatives, organisers are encouraging members of the LGBTQIA+ community in particular to take part.
The winner will have direct access to Harris over a mentoring lunch, at which they will receive advice and guidance on the world of fashion and feedback on their design.
Speaking at the launch of the competition, Reed said: “My vision is that inclusivity and sustainability will become central to the future of fashion. There is no better way to foster this eco-conscious, inclusive culture than to instil this in the next generation of aspiring fashion designers. This competition builds on my previous work to champion gender inclusivity and I look forward to meeting with the winner and future creative talent.”
With David Sandstrom, Chief Marketing Officer at Klarna, adding: “Klarna has long focused on championing diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Partnering with Harris Reed for this competition is a great opportunity to back the future of British American fashion, itbuilds on our work both supporting the fashion industry and designers but also ensuring consumers have sustainable fashion choices open to them!”
