The Portuguese Footwear Association (APICCAPS), in collaboration with the London College of Fashion, UAL, appoints Pranav Sudhir of LCF as the winner of the second edition of the Portuguese Footwear and Accessories Design Award.
The award was created to encourage emerging talent in both shoe and accessory design. Sudhir, a graduate of BA (Hons) LCF Cordwainers Footwear, receives the award in recognition of his ‘striking 3D experiments’. The jury also praised ‘the confident way in which he develops ideas through making, creating a natural flow from his manipulation of materials’.
As the winner, Sudhir develops a collection with APICCAPS suppliers. The samples will be produced in Portugal and he will have the opportunity to present his work at future association events.
Commenting on his win, Sudhir said: “I expected to have to spend the summer after graduating looking for work. It is therefore an incredible privilege to be able to immediately develop a collection.”
“The opportunity to have samples produced and gain visibility in the industry has been a huge stepping stone for my career.”
APICCAPS describes the standard of entries for this year’s prize as ‘exceptional’. Fellow graduate Yevheniia Mizevych has been named honorary winner. The jury repeatedly emphasized that her work was strong. It was described as ‘striking and visually powerful, yet rooted in an aesthetic that remains credible and wearable’.
Cláudia Pinto, communications director at APICCAPS, added: “We remain strongly committed to investing in emerging international talent and creating meaningful connections between creativity and industry.”
“Portugal offers world-class manufacturing capabilities, technical know-how, innovation and a growing commitment to sustainability and technology. By connecting these strengths with the vision and ambition of young designers, we are helping shape the next generation of products, brands and ideas.”
“The quality of the entries was so high this year that in addition to the main prize, we have also named an honorary winner in recognition of the excellent work of the students.” As part of the collaboration between APICCAPS and LCF, the designers travel to Portugal. There they discover the production ecosystem and build direct relationships with the manufacturers from the region.
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