Founded under the initiative of the French Ministry of Culture and the DEFI, ANDAM is dedicated to support young designers and reinforce Paris influence as the world fashion capital. The First Collections Prize rewards a young French company in the fashion sector and gives access to an international audience. The Fashion Award Prize rewards a French or foreign designer willing to establish a sustainable business in France thus contributing to the dynamism of Paris fashion scene and French industry.
"I will have the great pleasure, as mentor of the 2015 ANDAM edition, to help the winner meet the unique French know-how, to give her/him advice and support needed to develop her/his creativity and innovation on the Parisian fashion scene", explained Bruno Pavlovsky.
The Maison Chanel joins ANDAM as one of its 2015 sponsors, pursuing its commitment to the young talents of contemporary fashion. This privileged mentorship on both creative and strategic dimensions of her/his business so as to develop her/his label.
The 26th edition of this annual competition is now opened to application, until April 20th, 2015.