Source: The Business of Fashion
Summary
The inaugural New Wave Fashion Awards took place in Shanghai, recognizing emerging talent in the Chinese fashion industry. The Visionary of the Year award went to an unnamed designer, while Chen Sifan and Moto Guo won the Public Impact and Future Force awards, respectively.
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The trend returns with a new name.
Visionary awards often mean “rising star” or “next big thing.” Chen Sifan and Moto Guo join the ranks of past Public Impact and Future Force winners, like the eco-conscious and digital natives. The inaugural New Wave Fashion Awards enter the cycle of annual recognitions in the industry. The look feels familiar. The celebration of emerging talent in Shanghai is just another stop on the global fashion calendar.
Author: Evan Null
