“Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest 2025” is Calling for Entries!

Co-organised by Knitwear Innovation and Design Society (KIDS), Hongkong Knitwear Exporters & Manufacturers Association and Hong Kong Woollen & Synthetic Knitting Manufacturers’ Association, the “Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest 2025” is now open to fashion students and designers aged between 18 and 35 from the GBA Area, Hong Kong Institution of Textile and Apparel is also one of the supporting organisations. Candidates are required to design 8 sets of knitwear outfit. The 10 finalists will be able to showcase their designs in fashion shows and exhibitions at international fashion events in Hong Kong and Shenzhen, and be given the chance to sell their knitwear designs on online and offline sales platforms. The cash prizes of the contest are worth more than HK$50,000, while the winners will enjoy a free study trip to Seoul, Korea. The enrollment deadline is 01/05/2025. If you are interested, please click the below link for application,

 

Online Application: https://form.jotform.com/250568275652060
Details: http://res.cita.org.hk/doc/YKDC2025_ContestBrief_ZH.pdf
Enquiry: (852) 2263 6313 | contest@hkkids.org

2025 DTC Show – Opening Ceremony

2025 DTC Show organized the Opening Ceremony on 25 March 2025 at the Guangdong Modern International Exhibition Center. Dr. Eddie Chan, HKITA Committee Member, attended the opening ceremony of the 2025 DTC Show on behalf of HKITA.

For more details and photos, please click here to review.

Guangdong Textile Engineering Society – Certification Ceremony & Seminar

Guangdong Textile Engineering Society held a certification ceremony and seminar on 17 January 2025 in Guangzhou.

We are honored to have our Vice Chairman, Mr. Spike Ngai, represent us to attend the event and present mutual recognition certificates to engineers in the textile field of the Greater Bay Area for the second half of 2024. At the same time, we are pleased to receive the “Best Cooperative Association” plaque (“最佳合作學(協)會”牌匾)  and look forward to continuing our collaboration with the Guangdong Textile Engineering Society to promote mutual recognition and orderly mobility of talent.

For more details and photos, please click here to review.

 Fashion Asia Hong Kong 2024 – Fashion Challenges Forum

Fashion Asia Hong Kong 2024 organized by the Hong Kong Design Centre (HKDC), will have a Fashion Challenges Forum on 29 November 2024 at The St. Regis Hong Kong. The Fashion Challenges Forum brings together high-level executives, multinational fashion retailers, innovative designers, and influential industry activists to share invaluable insights.

Fashion Challenges Forum 2024
Date: 29 November 2024
Time: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
Venue: Astor Ballroom, The St. Regis Hong Kong
Details: https://www.fashionasiahk.com/en/programme/fashion-challenges-forum/
Ticketing: https://www.eventbrite.hk/e/fashion-asia-hong-kong-2024-fashion-challenges-forum-tickets-1037691442037?aff=SO

For inquiries, please contact Fashion Asia Hong Kong at 2522 8688 / email: fashionasia@hkdesigncentre.org.

Fashion Summit (HK) 2024 – Fashion Shows

Asia’s Leading Sustainable Fashion Event “Fashion Summit (HK) 2024” will be organizing the Fashion Shows from 27 to 29 November 2024 at Airside in Kai Tak Area.

Fashion Summit (HK) is funded by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of HKSAR and organized by the Clothing Industry Training Authority (CITA). It plays a vital role in the development of sustainable fashion, bringing together key players from the fashion industry, NGOs, media, decision-makers, and leaders from around the world to exchange insights on the latest sustainable fashion trends, technology, best practices, solutions, and opportunities.

Fashion Summit (HK) invited 15 fashion designers from Hong Kong, Mainland China & Overseas to participate in Fashion Shows.

International Show
Theme: Time Traveller
Date: 27 November 2024 (Wed)
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Venue: Kai Tak Airside
(2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Kowloon / Transportation)
Fee: Free of Charge
Programme Details: https://www.fashionsummit.hk/events/fashion-show/
Online Registration: https://show.fashionsummit2024.org/onlineReg

Hong Kong Young Designer Fashion Show
Theme: Capture the Time
Date: 28 November 2024 (Thu)
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Venue: Kai Tak Airside
(2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Kowloon / Transportation)
Fee: Free of Charge
Programme Details: https://www.fashionsummit.hk/events/fashion-show/
Online Registration: https://show.fashionsummit2024.org/onlineReg

Hong Kong Brand Fashion Show
Theme: Local Power
Date: 28 November 2024 (Thu)
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Venue: Kai Tak Airside
(2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Kowloon / Transportation)
Fee: Free of Charge
Programme Details: https://www.fashionsummit.hk/events/fashion-show/
Online Registration: https://show.fashionsummit2024.org/onlineReg

Thread of Creativity 2024
Theme: CHINA CHIC
Date: 29 November 2024 (Fri)
Time: 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Venue: Kai Tak Airside
(2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Kowloon / Transportation)
Programme Details: https://www.fashionsummit.hk/events/fashion-show/
Online Registration: https://show.fashionsummit2024.org/onlineReg

For inquiries, please contact Ms. Reika Ng|(852) 2263 6323|info@fashionsummit.hk

Fashion Summit (HK) 2024 – International Conference

Asia’s Leading Sustainable Fashion Event “Fashion Summit (HK) 2024” will be organizing the International Conference on 26 November 2024 at the Hong Kong Palace Museum with the theme of Power Up Sustainable Fashion Business”.

Fashion Summit (HK) is funded by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) of HKSAR and organized by the Clothing Industry Training Authority (CITA). It plays a vital role in the development of sustainable fashion, bringing together key players from the fashion industry, NGOs, media, decision-makers, and leaders from around the world to exchange insights on the latest sustainable fashion trends, technology, best practices, solutions, and opportunities.

Date: 26 November 2024 (Tue)
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Venue: Hong Kong Palace Museum, West Kowloon Cultural District
(8 Museum Drive West Kowloon, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, HONG KONG / Transportation)
Language: English (Real-time translation to Mandarin is available)
Programme Details: https://www.fashionsummit.hk/conference/programme/
Online Registration: https://fashionsummit2024.org/onlineReg

For inquiries, please contact Ms. Reika Ng|(852) 2263 6323|info@fashionsummit.hk

HKRITA – “Threads of Tomorrow: Textile Innovations and Industrial Opportunities” Seminar

The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) will organize a seminar entitled “Threads of Tomorrow: Textile Innovations and Industrial Opportunities” on 17 Oct 2024.
Discover the latest advancements in textile technology and learn how to turn innovations into tangible business success at the special seminar, hosted by HKRITA.
Threads of Tomorrow: Textile Innovations and Industrial Opportunities
Date: 17 Oct 2024 (Thu)
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM (HKT)
Location: Multi-Function Rooms 2 & 3, 2/F, 17W, Hong Kong Science Park
Language: English
For enquiry, please email event@hkrita.com

Knitwear Innovation and Design Society – “Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest 2024” Finalists’ Exhibition & Grand Final Fashion Show @ CENTRESTAGE 2024

Knitwear Innovation and Design Society (KIDS) organized the “Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest 2024” to provide a platform for young knitwear designers to develop their talents. The “Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest 2024” will have a Finalists’ Exhibition from 4 to 7 September and a Grand Final Fashion Show on 6 September at CENTRESTAGE 2024, showing Knitwear Design Collections from Hong Kong & Greater Bay Area. All these knitwear outfits are designed by the 9 FINALISTS of the ‘Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest 2024’. This fashion show will be the Finals of the ‘Young Knitwear Designers’ Contest 2024,’ and you will witness the Announcement of the Winners of the Contest in the show.

Finalists’ Exhibition
Exhibition Date: 4 – 7 September 2024
Opening Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. (closes at 6 p.m. on 7 Sep)
Venue: Hall 3D, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC)
Booth No.: 3D-C08
Fee: Free of charge
Details and Registration: https://contest.hkkids.org/en/my_events/hk-exhibition/
Remarks: please register online before 2 Sep

Grand Final Fashion Show
Date: 6 September 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Reception starts at 6 p.m.)
Venue: Hall 3C, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC)
Fee: Free of charge
Detail and Registration: https://contest.hkkids.org/en/my_events/hk-fashion-show/
Remarks: please register online before 30 Aug

For inquiries, please contact the Contest Secretariat – CITA, Ms. Esther Wu (Tel: (852) 2263 6313 / email: contest@hkkids.org).

HKDC – Design Spectrum: ‘Pass The Baton Design Fest’

Design Spectrum will present the ‘Pass The Baton Design Fest’ from 10 to 11 August 2024, providing a series of workshops and design appreciation experiences, which includes designer’s sharing, casual lettering experience, tea tasting, custom-made perfume bar, paper craft experience, and VR drawing. Join us to explore the value of ‘inheritance’ and spark your imagination about ways to ‘inheritance’!

Date & Time: 2024.08.10 – 2024.08.11
Venue: Unit A, 7/F, D2 Place ONE, 9 Cheung Yee Street, Lai Chi Kok
Fee: Free of charges
Online Enrollment: https://www.designspectrum.hk/activities/pass-the-baton-design-fest/

For details, please visit Design Spectrum official website.

For inquiries, please email info@designspectrum.hk or call 3793-8479.

Announcement on HKITA Committee Members (2024/25)

12 Jun 2024

HKITA has formed the Committee Members for the year of 2024/25 with effect from 12 July 2024 as described below:

Prof. Kan Chi Wai (Chairman)
Mr. Spike Ngai (Vice Chairman & Coordinator of Membership Committee)
Ms. Man Lau (Hon. Secretary)
Mr. Steven Leung (Hon. Treasurer)
Ms. Alice Chu (Coordinator of Education Committee)
Dr. Eddie Chan (Committee Member)
Mr. Kelvin Cheuk (Committee Member)
Dr. Fan Di (Committee Member)
Ms. Elita Lam (Committee Member)
Dr. Magnum Lam (Committee Member)
Dr. Tracy Mok (Committee Member)
Mr. Yeung Wai Hon (Committee Member)
Mr. Eric Poon (Committee Member)
(in no particular order)