LVMH The Prize Semi final spring of 2026The LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers is back — and this year's competition is fiercer than ever. A record 2,400 applicants from around the world threw their hats in the ring, but by the time the semi-finals arrived during Paris Fashion Week, that number had been whittled down to just 20 young fashion houses representing 17 countries. Notable firsts this year: Kenya and Thailand both have designers in contention for the very first time.On March 4, the semi-finalists gathered in the heart of Paris for a cocktail reception and showroom hosted by Delphine Arnault — founder of the LVMH Prize and CEO of Christian Dior Couture. The event drew a high-profile crowd, with Anya Taylor-Joy, Pharrell Williams, Future, and Renee Rapp among those in attendance."Their collections span contemporary elegance, bold designs and even one-of-a-kind pieces," said Arnault ahead of the evening. "Craftsmanship and research into materials lie at the heart of their creations."The stakes are significant. The winner walks away with a €400,000 endowment and a year-long bespoke mentorship with LVMH — one of the most substantial prizes in fashion. Past recipients include Hodakova, Nensi Dojaka, and Soshi Otsuki, all of whom have gone on to considerable recognition in the industry.
H&M's Metgala preperations 2018.Shot over three days in May of 2018 in preparation for the Metgala
Zoetis advertisementZoetis advertisement shot in 2020
H&M at Cannes Film FestivalH&M pre release of special collection, Project Love by Giambattista Valli worn by Ross Lynch, Chiara Ferragni, H.E.R. and Chris Lee.
LVMH The Prize 2024Fueled by a “passion for creativity,” LVMH established the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers in 2013. This initiative reflects the Group and its Houses’ dedication to supporting emerging designers who represent the future of fashion.Each year, the LVMH Prize recognizes young designers for their exceptional talent and innovative creativity. Through mentorship and financial support, the prize helps nurture the next generation of design talent.With creativity at the heart of both its history and future, LVMH and its brands have long been committed to fostering creative talent.
H&M Loves MoschinoVideos shot of models over two day production for the launch of MH loves Moschino
David Perrin, Art Director at Ford Foundation
LVMH The Prize 2021 Final
Wrap Day LVMH Semifinal in Paris 2022
LVMH The Prize 2023Sophie Turner, Alexa Chung and Derek Blasberg joined us for a great turnout of judges, experts, editors and buyers to find the next winners.
LVMH Prize 2025 Semi final