Oilily Creative Studio Challenge

All of you aspiring designers have a chance to throw your hat in the ring and show Oilily how it ought to be done. They've recently announced their Oilily Creative Studio Challenge.

Here's the deal:
"Oilily opens the doors of its 'Creative Studio Challenge' and invites you to enter the depths of your innovative mind to create a beaded mandala artwork that will be featured in Oilily's Spring/Summer 2009 collection.
Creativity is at the very heart of Oilily's brand essence, and art plays an integral role in everything we do. Each season Oilily weaves together the worlds of Fashion and Art to create original and eye-catching collections for independent women with a passionate interest in contemporary, artisan fashion. 2008 sees us take this connection one step further with the introduction of a seasonal 'Creative Studio Challenge' for creative and innovative students or (semi) professionals with a specific interest in fashion, art, or design"

The contest will benefit a charity called Monkeybiz, which is:
"Oilily and the non-profit organization Monkeybiz share a like-minded attitude towards creativity and individual freedom. By celebrating creativity and nurturing the tradition of South African beadwork, Monkeybiz empowers disadvantaged women in the townships of Cape Town through economic development and employment. "

how very cool.

We're expecting big things from our readers! We'll post a follow up if we can find some of work out there (or if you're participating and want some free press, send a link our way!)