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Swarovski Announces Winner of 2026 Academic International Competition Congratulations go to Wu Yuxin from the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology (BIFT), 2026 winner of our second Academic International Competition. Wu's design entitled Manifesto of Innocence, stood out for its innovative use of Swarovski reignited Crystals, and strong sustainability approach with a clear commercial vision. This year, students were invited to respond to our B2B Components Spring-Summer 2026 theme Joyful Color, exploring how creativity and craftsmanship can work together to inspire more circular ways of creating in fashion design. By integrating Swarovski reignited Crystals into these programs, we give new life to materials that might otherwise go to waste. Our annual competition highlights the power of collaboration between emerging talent and industry, and challenges designers to consider how we can shape a more responsible future. Winner: Wu Yuxin, Beijing Institute Of Fashion Technology Finalists: Ziyan Chen, London College of Fashion Andrea Laburre, Istituto Marangoni Milano Kenza Lathief K, FAD Institute of Luxury Fashion and Style Dubai Rola Mutlaq, Saudi Fashion Commision Artitkhun Tiaumroong, Silpakorn University Bangkok Shuyu Yao, Savannah College of Art and Design #SwarovskiCrystals #SwarovskiSustainability #SwarovskiDesignCompetition