Scottish Fashion Awards calls for entries

The Scottish Fashion Awards, which last year celebrated it’s 10th annual year, is calling for entries for its 2016 event taking place in October in London.

The black tie ‘Highland Gathering Gala’ will take place at the Rosewood London, which has been named as the official hotel for the 11th annual Scottish Fashion Awards. It will be co-hosted by event founder Dr. Tessa Hartmann, who was recently honoured in the Queen’s Birthday Honour’s list with a CBE, and the Secretary of State for Scotland David Mundel.

The Scottish Fashion Awards deadline for entries is August 8, with categories including Scottish Designer of the Year, Scottish Textile Brand of the Year, as well as Scottish Retailer of the Year, and International Designer of the Year. The nominee shortlists will be announced on September 9, with the Gala taking place on October 21 in London.

In addition to calling for entries to celebrate the best in Scottish fashion, design and creativity, the annual showcase also announced new headline partner, Maserati GB, who will be chauffeuring the VIP guests on the night in the newly launched Maserati SUV, the Levante.

Hartmann, said: “I’m so grateful to the continued support from these global brands. We simply wouldn’t have been able to create this global platform without the incredible private sector sponsorship over the last ten years and we’re truly grateful for that.”

The Secretary of State for Scotland RT David Mundell MP added: “I’m delighted to co-host this event once again with Tessa. I’ve seen first hand the wealth of talent that hails from Scotland and the influence a win at these awards can mean to many Scottish businesses and indeed Scottish creatives.

“This isn't just about a congratulatory nod; a nomination in these awards has made a monumental difference to the many small businesses, designers and fashion innovators from networking, brand awareness and commercial success.”