The Future of Fashion
Founded in the 1950’s, the International Woolmark Prize is the world’s most prestigious award for rising fashion stars, investing in creativity and nurturing talent to positively shape the fashion industry.
Meet the Winners
Meet the Winners
The International Woolmark Prize finalists are the world’s leading emerging design talent, who push the boundaries of innovation and celebrate the beauty and versatility of Merino wool.
Meet the Judges
Meet the Judges
Each year, the International Woolmark Prize finalists are judged by a prestigious panel of industry experts and taste-makers to decide the ultimate winner.
Alumni
The International Woolmark Prize connects an astonishing list of industry legends, both past and present - read about the full history of the International Woolmark Prize here.
![Yves Saint Laurent](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/yves.jpg)
![Karl Lagerfeld](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/karl.jpg)
![Ralph Lauren](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/lauren.jpg)
![Christian Wijnants](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/christian-wijnants.jpg)
![Rahul Mishra](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/rahul-mishra.jpg)
2014
![PUBLIC SCHOOL](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/public-school.jpg)
2015
![Gabriela Hearst](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/hearst.jpg)
![Edward Crutchley](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/edward-crutchley.jpg)
2019
![Saul Nash](/globalassets/international-woolmark-prize/about/alumni/saul-nash.jpg)
2022
Innovation Academy
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Designer Support
Looking to expand your knowledge and push the boundaries of wool? Access the latest research, innovation, support and information resources to help your business maximum the benefits of wool.