MetMania
Fashion Styling
A Discover Design 2026 Competition
Conceptualized and curated by The Design Venue
Group Competition - 6 to 10 members
OVERVIEW:
What happens when worlds collide?
What if Lady Whistledown reported from the Formula One paddock? What if Minecraft characters arrived at the Met Gala? What if anime heroes ruled the Mughal courts?
METMANIA challenges you to imagine worlds where the unexpected meets fashion. Inspired by iconic editorials, cinematic storytelling, and runway spectacles, this year's theme celebrates the collision of pop culture, history, mythology, professions, and fantasy.
Whether elegance meets adrenaline or mythology meets organised crime, every crossover is an opportunity to tell a bold visual story.
Through styling, photography, hair, makeup, accessories, and character building, create a fashion narrative that doesn't just showcase style - it builds an entirely new world.
Who can Participate?
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Junior category: students studying in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
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Senior category: Students pursuing undergraduate degrees; All interested and aspiring designers, fashion designers, fashion stylists, storytellers, photographers, artists, and thinkers.
(Team Size: 6-10 participants)
TASK:
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Choose ONE of the themes below.
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Create 6–10 styled looks that belong to the same fictional universe.
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You can bring your world to life through:
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Clothing
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Styling
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Hair
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Makeup
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Accessories
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Props
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Photography
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Character Building
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Attitude
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Build a moodboard that captures your creative process and inspiration.
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Take compelling solo and group photographs of your styled squad.
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Shoot a 90-second Instagram reel that immerses viewers into your universe.
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Submit everything using our official templates and platform.
THEMES
1. Fandom Fusion (JUNIOR CATEGORY):
Where Iconic Worlds Become One
Some worlds were never meant to meet—or perhaps they always were. Reimagine iconic universes by blending their aesthetics, cultures, characters, and identities into one seamless fashion narrative. Celebrate the excitement of unexpected crossovers where fantasy, history, pop culture, and storytelling come together on the runway.
Bridgerton × Formula One
The Fast and the Fabulous
Regency elegance meets racing adrenaline.
Think pearls and pit stops.
Corsets and carbon fibre.
Gloves and helmets.
2. Beautiful Contradictions (SENIOR CATEGORY):
Opposites Never Looked This Good
Fashion thrives on contrast. Some of the most unforgettable creations emerge when two completely different worlds collide instead of conforming. Beautiful Contradictions challenges you to merge unlikely identities into a single cohesive universe, proving that conflict can become couture and opposites can create harmony.
Corporate × Circus
PowerPoint presentations by day.
Acrobatics by night.
Think tailored suits with theatrical drama.
Pinstripes and exaggerated collars.
Because maybe the corporate world has always been a circus.
The Greatest Office on Earth
REGISTRATION & DEADLINES:
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Exclusive Mentoring Session: 2nd August 2026
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Submission Deadline: 9th August 2026
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Shortlist Announcement: 12th August 2026
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Final Showcase: 16th August 2026 at Christ University, Bangalore
GENERAL GUIDELINES:
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Only one entry per team is permitted.
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NO digital edits or filters. Only raw, real photographs are allowed.
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Use only original or royalty-free licensed content. Be careful with stock images—ensure they are not under copyright or restricted use.
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All content must be your own. Do not copy, borrow, or trace others' designs. Plagiarism is taken very seriously and will result in disqualification.
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Avoid inappropriate, violent, or offensive visuals. Content that is hateful, sexist, racist, vulgar, discriminatory, obscene, or illegal in any context will not be accepted.
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Dress with dignity. Participants must avoid wearing inappropriate or overly revealing clothing in visuals or at the event. Outfits must maintain a standard of decency.
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Elegance matters. Respect your work—present your designs thoughtfully, with care and aesthetic value.
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Avoid overdoing or repeating submissions. Do not submit the same design repeatedly with small variations (like color/material changes). Include such options within the same PDF documentation. Only your best version should be used as the main image.
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Submit your work using the official Discover Design template.
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Share your work on Instagram and LinkedIn. Your Instagram Reel must be posted as a Collab with @discoverdesign26 and @the_design_venue. Reach and engagement may be considered during the final evaluation.
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All entries must be original. Non-compliant entries may be disqualified. Participants retain ownership of their original work. By entering, you grant Discover Design and The Design Venue a non-exclusive right to publish and promote your submission and related photos/videos, with credit wherever reasonably possible.
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All groups receive certificates. Top 3 receive trophies and featured recognition.
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The jury's decision is final.
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