Meet Kunihiko Morinaga - Juror and mentor for the EU Uniform Design Competition winner

The competition to design the official EU uniform at the expo, which closed for submissions on 15 November, has drawn remarkable interest from students across Europe. The competition has represented a unique opportunity for young designers to showcase their talent on an international stage, with the winner receiving the chance to win a trip to Osaka, to meet Japanese young designers and, more importantly, to develop their concept into the official EU uniform for the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai Japan. 

To ensure the selection of the best design, we are honored to have Kunihiko Morinaga, a distinguished Japanese fashion designer, serve as a jury member. Morinaga's expertise and innovative approach to design will play a crucial role in evaluating the submissions and selecting the winning concept.

Kunihiko Morinaga: A Visionary in Contemporary Fashion

Kunihiko Morinaga, the founder and creative force behind the acclaimed label ANREALAGE, brings a unique perspective to the competition. Renowned for blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design, Morinaga’s avant-garde creations have gained international recognition, featuring in exhibitions and worn by global icons such as Beyoncé. 

His numerous accolades include the Mainichi Grand Prize for Design (2019) and a nomination for the prestigious LVMH Prize (2019).

In addition to his role as a juror, Morinaga will mentor the competition winner, offering valuable guidance as they refine their design for the World Expo.

Stay tuned as the competition progresses and discover who will represent European fashion creativity on the global stage at the 2025 World Expo in Osaka!