Taipei, August 30, 2025 – The 2025 Real Leather. Stay Different. Student Design Competition – Taiwan concluded today with a vibrant Awards Ceremony at Hana Space, Taipei, celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and sustainable design thinking.
Co-organized by the Leather & Hide Council of America (L&HCA), the Taiwanese International Leather Association (TILA), and the Taiwan Regional Association of Tanneries, the competition attracted 268 submissions across four categories: Apparel, Accessories, Design, and Footwear. After preliminary judging in May, 19 finalists developed prototypes for the final showcase on August 29.
The jury remarked that this year’s competition showcased a wide diversity of proposals and sophisticated craftsmanship, with some projects demonstrating strong commercial potential worthy of patent registration. These works not only highlight the students’ deep thinking on materials and design concepts but also reveal the limitless possibilities of leather in contemporary sustainable design.
In addition to cash prizes, the Overall Winner will enjoy a luxury stay experience sponsored by The Place Taipei, which will also be extended to their supervising instructor. This gesture recognizes the joint effort and dedication of both student and mentor throughout the creative journey.
The Real Leather. Stay Different. Competition promotes the use of natural leather and encourages students to explore sustainable applications through innovative design. The Taiwan competition once again demonstrated the close synergy between education, industry, and emerging talent, with winners expected to further shine on the international stage.
Pressure Lines Between Head and Shoulders — Wu Jo I
Different Love — Tsai Shang Hsua
Pressure Lines Between Head and Shoulders — Wu Jo
Urban Module — Chen Zong Na
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