iD International Emerging Designer Awards Finalists - Round One

The first-round of finalists have been announced for the prestigious iD International Emerging Designer Awards 2027, with exceptional emerging designers from around the world progressing to the next stage of the internationally recognised competition.

The first round of this year's awards attracted 95 entries from 37 fashion schools across 17 countries, highlighting the global reputation of the iD Awards as a launchpad for the next generation of fashion talent. The shortlisted designers represent eight countries—Japan, Argentina, China, the United Kingdom, Australia, Spain, Taiwan and New Zealand—showcasing outstanding creativity, innovation and technical excellence.

The successful finalists will travel to Dunedin in March 2027 to present their collections during iD Dunedin Fashion Week.