Shaping the Future of Womenswear: MAXXAM® x Graduate Fashion Foundation Reveals 2026 Finalists

The future of fashion is in inspiring hands.

In collaboration with Graduate Fashion Foundation, textile innovator MAXXAM® has unveiled the four finalists of its 2026 womenswear design competition, each bringing a fresh, forward-thinking perspective to contemporary fashion.

Now in its second year, the initiative continues to champion emerging talent, challenging students from across the UK and internationally to push the boundaries of design using MAXXAM®’s innovative seamless, four-way stretch textiles.

This year’s finalists, Hisham Ramadan, Amy Brown, Jenna Lad and Madeline Foex, stood out for their ability to combine creativity, technical skill and commercial awareness. From marine-inspired sportswear to versatile, multi-functional collections, each designer reflects the evolving demands of modern consumers while showcasing the versatility of advanced textile innovation.

What sets this competition apart is not just the calibre of talent, but the opportunity it creates. Finalists will now collaborate with UK manufacturing partners to bring their designs to life, culminating in a showcase at Graduate Fashion Week 2026, where the overall winner will be announced live on the Gala runway.

As Rosemary Moore notes, initiatives like this are about more than recognition, they are about nurturing the next generation of designers who will shape the future of fashion.

At Good Results, we’re proud to support brands and initiatives that elevate emerging talent and drive innovation across industries.