PUT GHANA ON PRESIDENTIAL RUNWAY OPEN CALL

Black Star Fashion Week 2026 invites emerging Ghanaian fashion designers from across the country to submit their work for an opportunity to showcase on the Presidential Runway. Selected designers will have the opportunity to present their work to industry leaders, policymakers, media, buyers, investors and fashion stakeholders, while celebrating the creativity, craftsmanship, identity and innovation shaping Ghanaian fashion. Designers are encouraged to interpret “Put Ghana On” through their unique creative language, drawing inspiration from Ghanaian identity, heritage, contemporary culture, craftsmanship, innovation, sustainability and the future of African fashion.

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BLACK STAR FASHION WEEK 2026 (BSFW26)

(BSFW26) National Open Call for Emerging Designers

Application Deadline: 14 October 2026 BLACK STAR FASHION WEEK 2026 (BSFW26) National Open Call for Emerging Designers — #PutGhanaOn Black Star Fashion Week 2026 invites emerging Ghanaian fashion designers and Ghanaian-owned fashion brands to apply for an opportunity to showcase their work on the Presidential Runway. Complete all required sections and submit the necessary supporting materials before the application deadline.

 

SECTION 1:

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Social Media Handles

SECTION 2:

BRAND PROFILE

SECTION 3:

COLLECTION PROPOSAL

SECTION 4:

PRODUCTION & CAPACITY

SECTION 5: SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 6:

PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION:
Applicants are required to submit visual materials demonstrating their design aesthetic and creative ability.

 File Upload:

Please upload your application materials as one file or folder containing your designer/brand profile, portfolio and proposed collection materials. Alternatively, you may provide a Google Drive or Dropbox link to your submission.

SECTION 7:

FINAL STATEMENT

SECTION 8:

DECLARATION:
I confirm that the information provided in this application is accurate and that the submitted designs and materials are my original work or that I have the necessary rights and permissions to submit them. I understand that submission of this application does not guarantee selection. I agree that, if selected, Black Star Fashion Week 2026 may use submitted images, videos, brand information and other approved materials for promotional and editorial purposes relating to the event.

Eligibility Information: Be a Ghanaian fashion designer or Ghanaian-owned fashion brand. Be an emerging or early-stage designer seeking greater industry exposure.