Sustainable fashion takes center stage at Greenwalk Awards in Vigo

The fifth edition of the Greenwalk Awards was held in Vigo, Spain, highlighting a new generation of designers focused on sustainable alternatives to fast fashion. The national competition featured eleven students from nine training centers across Spain, showcasing innovative materials and environmentally conscious design techniques.

Martín Villalba del Valle, a designer from Cádiz, won the grand prize with his proposal ‘Néxora’. His reward includes a course at the Central Saint Martins school in London, with travel and accommodation expenses covered. Additionally, Jaila María Rodríguez Pérez from Santiago de Compostela received the Audience Award for her collection ‘Vicios’.

The event, held at Vialia Vigo, aimed to address the textile industry's environmental impact by promoting responsible design processes. Renowned designer Alejandro Palomo served as the honorary godfather and jury member for the competition.