FASHIONPhilippines at Milan
Fashion Coalition, Fondazione Sozzani, LIT Fashion Consultancy Inc., DTI-CITEM, DOST-PTRI

FASHIONPhilippines Milan is an international mentorship and exhibition program of the Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) designed to showcase the ingenuity and global potential of Filipino fashion designers. In collaboration with the Philippine Fashion Coalition (PFC), LIT Consultancy, Fondazione Sozzani, and DOST-Philippine Textile Research Institute (DOST-PTRI), the program aims to provide Filipino designers with expert mentorship and opportunities to enter the European fashion market.

This innovative program will select emerging or established Filipino fashion brands and designers, who will be offered mentorship programs from international fashion industry experts and get the chance to showcase their collections during the September edition of Milan Fashion Week 2025.

Learn from fashion experts, elevate your brand, and make your mark in Milan, one of the fashion capitals of the world.

MENTORSHIP

Creative Planning, Collection Development, and One-on-One sessions with top industry experts

To ensure the highest caliber of participants, fashion brands and designers will undergo a comprehensive screening and selection process, with only 10-15 fashion designers or brands to be selected for the program.

The participants will undergo a mentorship program led by the Philippine Fashion Coalition supported by LIT Fashion Consultancy in Manila and by Fondazione Sozzani with fashion industry professionals in Milan.

EXHIBITION IN MILAN

The program will culminate in a 3-day curated showcase at Fondazione Sozzani Milan during the September edition of Milan Fashion Week 2025.

Be part of FASHIONPhilippines Milan and take your brand to the global stage. This exclusive mentorship and exhibition program offers Filipino designers the opportunity to showcase their collections during the Milan Fashion Week and gain valuable insights from top international fashion experts.

FASHIONPhilippines at Milan qualification

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Philippine Fashion Coalition membership. If not yet a member, apply here.
  • Filipino national with a legitimate & registered business in the Philippines for at least 2 years.
  • Products must be manufactured in the Philippines (with an option for manufacturing support).
  • Must have released at least two (2) collections in the past two years and present 15-20 designs during the application.
FASHIONPhilippines at Milan application requirements

REQUIREMENTS

  • Brand Profile
  • Line sheets for two (2) past collections, including USD price points
  • Catalog or lookbook for the last two (2) collections
  • Photos of hang tags, logo, care instructions, and product packaging
  • Scanned copy of current passport
  • BIR Registration
  • Links to website(s), social media accounts, DTC platforms, past or ongoing collaborations with retail brands, and press releases from the last two (2) years

Complete requirements must be submitted on or before June 13, 2025.

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MEET THE MENTORS


Sara Sozzani Maino

Sara Sozzani Maino

Fondazione Sozzani, Creative Director

A leading voice in fashion, Maino champions emerging designers through her roles in Fondazione Sozzani, and formerly in Vogue Italia Special Projects and Vogue Talents.

Riccardo Grassi

Riccardo Grassi

RG Showroom, Founder; and Studio Zeta, Co-founder

A renowned figure in the global fashion scene, Grassi is the mind behind RG Showroom, a space where new talents emerge. His 25 years in the industry has contributed to the launch of various contemporary brands, making him a trusted reference for top buyers from around the world.

Silvia Bertocchi

Silvia Bertocchi

Fondazzione Sozzani, Head of Cultural Programs

Bertocchi leads the design, development, and curation of different cultural and artistic activities, fostering dialogue between disciplines and creative generations.

Riccardo Terzo

Riccardo Terzo

Stylist, Fashion Editor, Condé Nast Consultant

With his experience in collaborating with art direction teams of big fashion houses, and in scouting new talents for Vogue, Terzo has extensively explored emerging fashion scenes across the globe.

Niccolo Pasqualetti

Niccolò Pasqualetti

Fashion Designer, Franca Sozzani Award, Camera Moda Fashion Trust, LVMH Prize Finalist

Professionally trained in Venice, Belgium, and New York, Pasqualetti is fluent in creating ambiguous wardrobe that reinterprets sartorial codes of Italian heritage.

Ryle Tuvierra

Ryle Tuvierra

Fashion & Digital Creator

Tuvierra has a keen eye for storytelling, crafting compelling narratives and high-quality content through creative strategy.

Giulia Demitri

Giulia Demitri

Gaudenzi Boutique- Milan, Fashion Buyer

Damitri is an experienced fashion and lifestyle buyer. She participates in fashion week activities around the world in the selection of pieces, presentation of new trends, and assistance in visual merchandising.

Helena Boissonnas

Helena Boissonnas

Le Bon Marche-Paris, Fashion Office Manager Women's Wear, Accessories and Exhibitions

With her current role at LVMH, Boissonnas’ expertise spans from buying strategy and trend forecasting to sourcing and curating new brands from young talents.

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