The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced the shortlisted designers for the BFC/Vogue Designer Fashion Fund 2026 (BFC/VDFF). The 2026 shortlist includes Aaron Esh, Bianca Saunders, Clio Peppiatt, KNWLS, Onalaja, and Talia Byre, each recognised for their distinctive creative vision and contribution to contemporary British fashion.
Launched in 2008, the BFC/VDFF exists to identify and support outstanding British fashion businesses through a grant prize, bespoke high-level mentoring and professional services. The winner is awarded £150,000 (~$204,000) in funding, supporting the designer to translate creativity into sustainable commercial success within the global fashion ecosystem. The fund is made possible with the generous support of Vogue and Burberry.
As part of the BFC Foundation, the BFC/VDFF sits within a collective of charitable initiatives designed to support the continued development and success of British fashion. This year’s judging panel is chaired by Laura Weir, chief executive, British Fashion Council and Chioma Nnadi, head of editorial content, British Vogue.
“This year’s shortlisted designers represent more than the creative strength of British fashion today, they embody the future we are committed to building. Their work proves that when talent is properly supported, platformed and connected to opportunity, UK designers can compete and lead on the global stage. At the BFC, our priority is to support and scale emerging talent by creating the platforms, partnerships and pathways that turn creativity into enduring businesses and cultural influence. We are proud to continue our partnership with British Vogue in delivering this, working together to ensure that the next generation of British designers is not only discovered, but sustained,” Laura Weir, CEO, British Fashion Council, said.
“British fashion has always been defined by its creativity and its ability to shape culture far beyond our shores. Supporting our talent is not just a responsibility, it’s a privilege, and this year’s shortlist is a powerful reminder of the depth of imagination and individuality emerging from the UK right now. I’m honoured to co-chair the judging panel and to help champion designers who are forging distinctive paths and strengthening the future of British fashion,” Chioma Nnadi, head of editorial content, British Vogue, said.
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