The Fashion Fund

The Fashion Fund (2014-2016)

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Step inside the fast-paced and competitive world of high fashion in Ovation's new original series, The Fashion Fund. Follow Vogue magazine's legendary editor-in-chief, Anna Wintour, as she and the Council of Fashion Designers of America take aspiring designers on the journey of a lifetime—the competition for Fashion Fund Designer of the Year. Each week, designers from 10 emerging labels are put to the test through increasingly challenging steps of the competition. Judges like Diane von Furstenberg and top-level executives from Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus and more, determine who wins the ultimate prize of $300,000 and a one-year mentorship with an industry expert. It will take every ounce of vision, skill and savvy to make one winner's fashion dreams come true.

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Scheduleevery Friday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E06The 2016 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Crowns a Winnernov. 11, 2016
S04E05Emma Stone & Katy Perry Watch the Creative Final Fashion Shownov. 11, 2016
S04E04The Finalists Share Their Movie-Inspired Instagram Postsnov. 11, 2016
S04E03Desiigner Models Clothing & Raps a Verse for Anna Wintournov. 11, 2016
S04E02Contestants Pitch Their Designs to Anna Wintour and the Judgesnov. 11, 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did 'The Fashion Fund' premiere?

'The Fashion Fund' premiered in 2014.

Who hosted 'The Fashion Fund'?

'The Fashion Fund' was hosted by Anna Wintour.

What is the premise of 'The Fashion Fund'?

'The Fashion Fund' follows up-and-coming fashion designers as they compete for a cash prize and the chance to launch their careers.

Who are the judges on 'The Fashion Fund'?

The judges on 'The Fashion Fund' are fashion icons Anna Wintour, Diane von Furstenberg, and Jenna Lyons.

What network originally aired 'The Fashion Fund'?

'The Fashion Fund' originally aired on Ovation.

What is the prize for winning 'The Fashion Fund'?

The winner of 'The Fashion Fund' receives a $300,000 cash prize and a mentorship with a fashion industry legend.

How many designers compete on 'The Fashion Fund'?

10 designers compete on 'The Fashion Fund'.

Where is the final competition of 'The Fashion Fund' held?

The final competition of 'The Fashion Fund' is held in Los Angeles.

Who is the executive producer of 'The Fashion Fund'?

'The Fashion Fund' is executive produced by and features Anna Wintour.

What types of challenges do the designers face on 'The Fashion Fund'?

The designers on 'The Fashion Fund' face challenges such as creating a red carpet look and designing a collection using only a select group of fabrics.

What designer won the first season of 'The Fashion Fund'?

The first season of 'The Fashion Fund' was won by Paul Andrew.

What designer won the second season of 'The Fashion Fund'?

The second season of 'The Fashion Fund' was won by Eva Fehren.

Who is the editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine, which is featured frequently on 'The Fashion Fund'?

The editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine, which is featured heavily on 'The Fashion Fund', is Anna Wintour.

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