Design Your Signature Hat Contest

Calling all aspiring fashion designers and students in the clothing/garment industry!
Showcase your creativity and design skills in our exciting hat design contest. Unleash your imagination and create a unique hat that defines your signature style.
Whether it’s a trendy fedora, a chic beret, or an edgy snapback, the choice is yours!

Contest Guidelines
Participants must be currently studying (in the USA, Canada, UK, or any location worldwide) fashion design or pursuing education related to the clothing/garment industry.
Design a hat of your choice using any medium: sketch, digital graphics, or a combination of both.
Any hat style can inspire your design, be it a classic cowboy hat, a fashionable straw hat, or a trendy cap for men or women.

How to Submit Your Design
Include a brief description (max 100 words) explaining the inspiration behind your design and any unique features.
Submit your entry via email to designcontest@americanhatmakers.com with the subject line “Hat Design Contest – [Your Name].”
Include your full name, contact information, educational institution, and program of study in the email.

Contest Criteria
Creativity: How unique and original is your hat design? Does it stand out from the crowd?
Aesthetic Appeal: Is your design visually pleasing? Does it demonstrate an understanding of fashion and style?
Craftsmanship: How well-executed is your design? Are the details and proportions well-defined?
Relevance: Does your hat design align with current fashion trends and target a specific audience?

1st Place: $500 cash prize, featured showcase of your design on our website and social media platforms, and a certificate of achievement.
2nd Place: $300 cash prize, recognition on our website and social media platforms, and a certificate of achievement.
3rd Place: $200 cash prize, mention on our website and social media platforms, and a certificate of achievement.

Important Dates
Contest Start Date: Monday, July 3rd, 2023
Submission Deadline: Friday, March 29th, 2024
Winners Announcement: Friday, April 5th, 2024

Unleash your creativity, design the hat of your dreams, and make your mark in the fashion world! Good luck!