India's Next Generation of
Challenge Ends In
Open to Students, Independent Designers, and anyone passionate about eco-conscious fashion.
Brij is redefining corporate uniforms not just by how they look, but by how they impact the planet. Through this national-level design contest, we invite emerging talent to bring their sustainable fashion ideas to life.
This is your chance to contribute to a future where workwear is both functional and environmentally responsible.
Make it Work. Make it Green.
No age limit. No entry fee.
Just original ideas and a mindset to rethink.
Last date for submission: 24th July, 2026
Must be suitable for daily workwear.
Unisex options encouraged.
Organic cotton, bamboo blends, recycled polyester, plant-dyed fabrics, etc.
A professional look with a modern design sensibility.
Patterns with smart cut plans or modularity.
Easy maintenance is a must.
Participants are encouraged to explore sustainable materials and create functional, modern workwear designs suitable for everyday use.
At Brij, sustainability is more than a practice — it is our responsibility towards people, communities, and the planet. Every product we create is designed with a focus on reducing environmental impact while promoting innovation, durability, and conscious manufacturing.
ReCoCool is Brij's sustainable fabric innovation developed by transforming recycled PET bottles into high-performance workwear fabrics. It promotes circular fashion by reducing plastic waste while delivering durability, comfort, and functionality required for modern workwear applications.
ReCoSo is Brij's advanced sustainable fabric solution designed to combine environmental responsibility with performance, offering enhanced comfort, durability, and long-term wearability through responsibly sourced materials. Together, ReCoCool and ReCoSo represent Brij's commitment to creating innovative, sustainable workwear solutions that balance functionality, comfort, and environmental impact.
Each participant must submit:
Each submission will be reviewed by an expert jury panel based on the following criteria:
Prizes + Design
featured in
Brij Sustainable
Collection +
E-Certificate +
Internship/
Collaboration Offer
Digital Showcase +
E-Certificate +
Mentoring session
with Brij design team
May be co-developed with Brij for
prototyping and
commercial production
National Exposure via
our campaign
Will be featured in the
Green Stitch Gallery Lookbook 2026
Last date for submission: 24th July, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there any registration fee?
Ans. No, participation is completely free.
Q: Who can participate?
Ans. Students, Freelancers, and young design professionals.
Q: Can Freelancers participate?
Ans. Yes. Freelancers are welcome to participate.
Q: Can students from any Institute participate?
Ans. Yes, students from all institutes and universities are eligible.
Q: Can teams participate?
Ans. Yes, both individual and team entries are allowed.
Q. What should my submission include?
Ans. Each submission must include:
Q. Can I submit multiple entries?
Ans. Yes. Participants may submit multiple design concepts, provided each entry is original and submitted separately.
Q. Can freelancers participate?
Ans. Yes. The Green Stitch Challenge is open to freelance fashion and textile designers with an interest in sustainable fashion.
Q. Can students from any institute participate?
Ans. Yes. Students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate programmes in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or Apparel Manufacturing from recognized institutes are eligible to participate.
Q. What file format should be submitted?
Ans. All submission documents should be uploaded in high-quality digital format. Garment sketches, mood boards, and supporting documents should preferably be submitted as PDF or JPEG files.
Q. What are the judging criteria?
Ans. Entries will be evaluated based on:
Q. How will shortlisted participants be informed?
Ans. Shortlisted participants will be notified through their registered email address and/or contact number. The shortlist may also be announced on the official Green Stitch Challenge communication channels.
Q. What sustainable materials can be used?
Ans. Participants are encouraged to use sustainable materials such as:
Q. Who owns the design rights after submission?
Ans. Participants must submit an original design along with a declaration of originality. Selected entries may be considered for further development with Brij. Any commercialization or collaboration will be discussed separately with the respective designer.
Q. Will my design be manufactured or commercialized?
Ans. Yes. Selected designs may be co-developed with Brij for prototyping and commercial production. Outstanding participants may also receive collaboration or internship opportunities.
Q. What kind of designs are we looking for?
Ans. We are looking for sustainable workwear concepts that combine functionality, comfort, modern aesthetics, sustainability, gender inclusivity, minimal waste construction, and ease of maintenance. Designs should be practical for real-world corporate and industrial environments while reflecting innovative thinking.
