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NEWGEN

In 1993 the British Fashion Council created New Generation (NEWGEN), the world’s first scheme to support emerging designer talent.  NEWGEN continues to showcase and promote new designer businesses today.  NEWGEN is sponsored by Topshop and have been supporters since 2001. Catwalk designers receive £5000 - £10,000 towards their show costs, sponsored Exhibition space, usage of the BFC Catwalk Show Space and mentoring.

Recognising the need for ongoing support, this scheme can be awarded to designers for up to four seasons.  Designers receive access to sales and marketing support and business advice in partnership with BFC supporters Shoosmiths, Baker Tilley and Lloyds TSB.

Since NEWGEN's inception, its roll call includes Alexander McQueen, Boudicca, Matthew Williamson, Julien Macdonald, Lara Bohinc and Ann-Louise Roswald.

Internationally recognised as a prestigious launch pad, this scheme is a showcase of the best up-and-coming British fashion talent. It also acts as an important introduction for young UK-based designers to influential press and buyers from around the world.

The scheme has become a key draw for the international fashion media and buyers attending London Fashion Week. NEWGEN designers are among the must-see collections on schedule every season.

Image gallery from the announcement event - June 7th at Somerset House

Find out more about the scheme: www.britishfashioncouncil.com/newgen
Application & Criteria
Press Kit
Previous recipients
Selection Panel

Apply for NEWGEN autumn/winter 2012

Online applications for NEWGEN at LFW February 2012 have now closed.

NEWGEN winners spring/summer 2012:

Click on designers' names to see their individual profiles

Catwalk:
David Koma
Holly Fulton
Louise Gray
Michael van der Ham

Presentation:
Christopher Raeburn
Craig Lawrence
Dominic Jones
JW Anderson
Nasir Mazhar

For any further enquiries about BFC NEWGEN sponsored by TOPSHOP please contact:

Laura Hinson
British Fashion Council  
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7759 1969
Email: [email protected]

For press enquiries please contact:
Gemma Ebelis & Kitty McGee

British Fashion Council  
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7759 1986
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]