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CAT SINGER Designer of the Year 2012

Make your mark in fashion

By Mahes PERERA

Applications for the Designer of the Year 2012 are fast rolling in and once the closing date is passed, contestants will be called in for the interviews. Those of you who have sent in your applications, now's the time for you to storm your think tanks and produce styles that reflect your individual creativity and artistry. Come alive with your distinctive ideas which were dormant these past few years and get into the action fast.

There will be 10 categories of fashion styles and the judges will cast a critical eye on your sketches which should be on A 4 paper. The categories for a contestant to make a choice are bridal wear, kiddies wear, winter wear, saree wear, evening wear, office wear, sports wear, lingerie and casual wear. The contest is open to females and males, no age limit. The first three winners of the contest will receive sewing machines with the compliments of Singer. While the 10 category winners 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up will also win valuable prizes. The over all winner section will also have a 1st runner-up and a 2nd runner-up.

Scholarships in Fashion Designing Technology courtesy of Fashion Tec (Institute of Fashion Technology) will be awarded to the winners. This will give you the opportunity to further your studies in fashion creating, fashion illustrations, colour theories, and international high quality methods for cutting, sewing and finishing. Contact 0758824115 for further details.

All participants will receive certificates and attractive prizes. The Sunday Observer is the print media partner while the sponsors of this prestigious contest are the Grand Oriental Hotel - the official hotel, Sterling Flowers, Semege Mirrors, Rite Shu, Elegant Smockers and Y FM Radio.

So, like the proverbial brook, keep your application forms rolling in and don't miss out on the opportunity to be recognised as a designer with a high standard of creativity.