Local – Global” is the topic of the Award of the Stiftung der Deutschen Bekleidungsindustrie 2006 (German Apparel Industry Foundation). According to organisers, although fashion has always been globally oriented, until today there have still always been special regional characteristics and national design cultures. Designs are now being sought for the competition, which are founded in a local clothing culture and consequently provide the market with their own approach and identity. European fashion and design schools are invited to combine these local elements in new, up-to-date and globally attractive symbols.

A jury composed of internationally experienced experts from the design, marketing and media industry will select the prizewinners from the works according to set criteria.

The prizewinning works will be exhibited at ispovision winter 06 which will be held in Neue Messe München from January 29 to February 1, 2006