DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: March 13th 2026

COURSE START: October 1st, 2026

SCHOLARSHIPS AMOUNT

• Scholarships covering from 3.500€ to 5.000€ of the total tuition fee for the first year of the Master of Arts Programme.

Scholarship amount deduction is for the first year only but it’s considered renewed for the second academic year provided that the student passes exams for at least 40 credits within the 3rd exam session, autumn - September, with a weighted average not less than 27/30.

INTRO

Fashion is entering an era where adaptability is key to survival. In a world shaped by climate uncertainty, urban mobility, and shrinking living spaces, garments must evolve beyond aesthetics to become versatile tools for everyday life.

This competition challenges designers to rethink the boundaries of fashion through transformable and modular solutions that respond to dynamic lifestyles and incorporate smart, cutting-edge materials. By merging innovation in pattern making, advanced textiles, and functional design, participants will explore how adaptability can redefine fashion as a system of resilience and creativity.

BRIEF

Design a capsule collection of four original pieces that embody the principles of adaptability and transformation. Each garment should offer multiple functions or configurations—such as adjustable lengths, detachable components, or convertible features—addressing real needs in scenarios of climate change, mobility, and limited space.

Candidates are expected to experiment with innovative pattern-making techniques, explore smart or sustainable materials, and develop a design narrative that emphasises versatility and durability.

The goal is to create fashion that adapts to change without compromising style, proving that garments can be both functional and expressive in uncertain times.

THE PROGRAMME

Domus Academy 2-year Masters of Arts programmes (120 ECTS) are accreditated by the Italian Ministry of Universities and Research (MUR), and awarded by NABA, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti.

During the path, students engage in in-depth theoretical coursework that will put into practice through an unconventional mix of workshops, seminars, specialized laboratories, Boot camps & intership/professional experience and a final degree project.

The 2-Year Master of Arts in Fashion: Design, Art & Technology explores fashion design through cross-cultural perspectives, focusing on its convergence with new technologies, innovative materials, and AI to create immersive experiences and both physical and virtual products.

APPLY NOW When you submit your project you will receive an immediate confirmation email that your submission was received. If you do not receive a confirmation, let us know at: competitions@domusacademy.it

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