Vogue Singapore and BMW Group Asia Launch the Fifth Vogue Singapore Innovation Prize

The Vogue Singapore Foundation, in partnership with BMW Group Asia, has unveiled the fifth edition of the Vogue Singapore Innovation Prize, marking their third collaboration. This prestigious initiative seeks to spotlight and empower the next wave of fashion and beauty entrepreneurs across Southeast Asia, offering a significant platform for innovation and sustainability.

Pioneering Innovation in Fashion and Beauty

As a trailblazer in next-generation innovations, BMW Group Asia brings its expertise in electric, digital, and circular advancements to this partnership. Together with Vogue Singapore Foundation, they aim to identify and support businesses that address real-world challenges with fresh thinking and cutting-edge solutions.

Open to global entrepreneurs and businesses with a footprint in Southeast Asia, the Vogue Singapore x BMW Innovation Prize 2025 welcomes applications that fall under one or more of these categories:

• Champion sustainability and drive towards a circular economy.
• Leverage technology or innovations in novel ways.
• Rethink models, systems, or products to serve society and the planet better.

Applications open on 17 March 2025, closing on 13 April 2025.

Empowering Innovators Through Education and Mentorship

Shortlisted applicants will join a two-day bootcamp featuring seminars by esteemed speakers curated by Vogue Singapore. This program provides insights from industry leaders to inspire and guide participants.

Following the bootcamp, 10 businesses will proceed to a three-week mentorship period led by Brinc, a global leader in venture acceleration. Participants will receive tailored support in fundraising, growth strategies, and commercialization, culminating in a pitch day where they will present to leading industry investors.

Three finalists will then pitch their business plans to an international jury, evaluated on innovation, design, execution, sustainability, and scalability.

Prizes and Opportunities

The winner of the Vogue Singapore Innovation Prize 2025 will receive:

• S$20,000 cash prize.
• Media support from Vogue Singapore.
• 1-year complimentary membership at the Singapore Fashion Council.
• Courtesy of VisitMonaco: A 4-night stay at the Metropole Hotel in Monaco, dining at the 2-Michelin-starred restaurant Les Ambassadeurs, and mentorship sessions hosted by MonacoTech.
• Networking opportunities with global leaders and potential investors.

Esteemed Jury and Speaker Panel

An impressive lineup of experts will guide and evaluate participants, including leaders from Google, H&M Foundation, Fenty Beauty, Versace, BMW Group, and more.

• Alexis Bonhomme, Founder, Trinity Asia
• Annie Lindmark, Programme Director Innovation, H&M Foundation
• Artaud Frenoy, Head of APAC, VEJA
• Ashley McDonnell, Puig, Global Consumer Acceleration Director
• Bettina von Schlippe, Publisher at Large, Vogue Singapore
• Ciara Byrne, Vice President of New Business Innovation, Condé Nast
• Corey Moran, Head of Industry, Fashion and Luxury, Google
• Cristina Ventura, General Partner and Chief Catalyst Offi cer, White Star Capital
• Lincoln Yeh, Head of Corporate Development, LFX Digital
• Manav Gupta, CEO and Founder, Brinc
• Nanette Wong, Vice President, Global Brand Marketing, Fenty Beauty and Fenty Fragrance
• Nataliya Grimberg, Founder, Haute Future
• Natasha Damodaran, Publisher, Vogue Singapore
• Renzo Vitale, Creative Director Sound, BMW Group
• Sandeep Seth, Chief Growth Offi cer and President, Tapestry International
• Saurabh Bajpai, Partner and Managing Director, Turmeric Capital
• Sonja Prokopec, Professor of Marketing and Associate Dean of Faculty, ESSEC Business School, Singapore
• Ting Ting Zhang, CEO, Singapore Fashion Council

• Valeria Breda, Vice President Global Information Technology, Versace

A Legacy of Innovation

The Vogue Singapore Innovation Prize has a history of recognizing game-changing ideas. From adaptive fashion labels to lab-grown exotic skins and carbon-capture innovations, previous winners have made a profound impact on the fashion and beauty industry.

This year promises to continue that legacy, empowering talents who aim to revolutionize fashion with sustainability, accessibility, and technology.

To apply or learn more, visit Vogue Singapore x BMW Innovation Prize 2025.