The Singapore Fashion Council has unveiled The Bridge Fashion Innovator (TBFI) Launch Pad, Asia’s first ideathon focused on fashion, aiming to revolutionise the industry through technology, creativity, and sustainability. This initiative invites aspiring founders, designers, technologists, and social entrepreneurs to tackle pressing challenges such as climate impact and ethical production.
TBFI Launch Pad is more than an event; it is a platform for inclusive innovation, welcoming participants from all backgrounds without requiring prior fashion experience. “By bridging fashion with technology and sustainability, we are building a resilient, future-ready ecosystem that puts social good at the forefront,” said Benjamin Tan, Senior Director of Innovation & Technology at the Singapore Fashion Council.
Participants will engage in a dynamic environment, receiving mentorship and industry exposure whilst developing solutions around themes like Nature & Wildlife Conservation, Sport & Wellness, and Social Impact focusing on Access to Water. The ideathon includes masterclasses on the fashion value chain, design thinking, and pitching, equipping participants with practical skills.
The programme culminates in a final pitch event on 25 September 2025 during the Be The Change Summit. Winners will share a $7,300 (S$10,000) cash prize, sponsored by RGE and Asia Pacific Rayon, and gain internship opportunities with industry leaders. Select teams will receive venture building support from Wavemaker Impact Team and Louken Group.
Zhang Ting Ting, CEO of the Singapore Fashion Council, emphasised the initiative’s potential: “TBFI Launch Pad is a call to action for this new generation to reimagine what fashion can be — not just for style, but for meaningful impact.” The initiative is supported by The Earthshot Prize Innovation Challenge and the H&M Foundation, underscoring a commitment to a sustainable fashion future.
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