BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund Entries Open

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APPLICATIONS for the 2015 BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund are now open.The award will mark the sixth year in a row that one talented designer or brand will be offered the £200,000 cash prize to help grow their business creatively and commercially.In addition, the winner will also enjoy a bespoke 12-month mentoring programme.

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To apply, entrants need to complete an online registration form; demonstrate a clear vision for their business and how the fund will contribute to their growth, with a focus on creating a global brand;and send a copy of their business plan and portfolio before the October 17 deadline.The winner will then be selected by a judging panel including Vogue editor Alexandra Shulman and CEO of the BFC Caroline Rush.

"Vogue and the BFC are committed to continuing to help the best emerging fashion talent," said Shulman."This prize has been life-changing for the previous winners and the opportunities presented by both winning it and being shortlisted are not to be missed."

Last year Peter Pilotto won the prestigious prize, following in the footsteps of Nicholas Kirkwood, Christopher Kane, Erdem and Jonathan Saunders.

If you think you have what it takes, enter here now.