DESIGNERS AND CREATIVES

Showcasing Talent. Shaping Futures.

Africa Fashion Week Amsterdam (AFWA) is a launchpad for visionary talent. Since its inception, the event has elevated designers, artists, and creative entrepreneurs from across Africa and the diaspora—placing their work on global stages and in front of international audiences.

At AFWA 2025, we invite bold designers, storytellers, and cultural innovators to present their visions through sustainable fashion, textile innovation, visual arts, music, and immersive experiences. This is your opportunity to inspire, collaborate, and grow within a dynamic creative economy.

Why Participate?

AFWA is not just a platform. It’s a movement.
We provide more than exposure. We offer real connections, capacity-building, and access to new markets. Whether you're emerging or established, your work can resonate far beyond the runway.

As a participant, you will:

• Present your work during curated fashion shows with high-end production value

• Be featured in our designer lookbook and global promotional campaigns

• Engage in panel discussions and masterclasses with top fashion and business experts

• Access media coverage and influencer visibility across Europe and Africa

• Network with investors, buyers, and institutional partners

• Learn about sustainable design, circular production, and the Blue Economy

Open Calls Now Live

We’re currently accepting applications from:

• Fashion Designers (apparel, accessories, footwear)

• Textile Artists and Surface Designers

• Visual and Multimedia Artists

• Performance Creatives (dance, music, spoken word)

• Stylists, Art Directors, and Creative Collaborators

Selection will prioritize innovation, sustainability, and storytelling that connects fashion with purpose—particularly in the context of marine resilience, cultural heritage, and environmental consciousness.

Join the Movement

Are you ready to put your vision on the global stage?
Become part of AFWA 2025 and help shape the future of African fashion.

[Apply Now to Showcase Your Work]
[Download Designer Guidelines]
[Contact the Creative Curation Team]

Designer Application