The Real Leather. Stay Different. (RLSD) 2026 competition has officially launched in Vietnam. Far more than just a design contest, this is an opportunity for Vietnamese talent to engage with the international fashion scene and build careers on a global scale.
Following the remarkable success of its inaugural season, RLSD 2026 returns with a mission more important than ever. As a global campaign initiated and funded by the Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA), the competition aims to celebrate the timeless beauty of natural leather while promoting sustainable design thinking in the modern era.
This year, the competition expands its reach to all students from universities, colleges and design institutes across the country. RLSD 2026 promises to be a melting pot of groundbreaking creative ideas, where future designers assert their individual identities through unique leather-based designs.
The authority and prestige of RLSD Vietnam 2026 are reinforced through a strategic partner network of leaders in the fashion industry:
Beyond the value of the awards, RLSD Vietnam 2026 offers unparalleled professional development opportunities for aspiring young designers:
This is the golden moment for young designers to seize the opportunity, build their personal brands and launch their careers at an international level.
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