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Chicago Student Wins Top Supima Cotton Design Prize
7 Nov
Summary
- Talia Bourne won the 2026 Supima Design Competition for her entanglement collection.
- Bourne, a graduate of the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, received $10,000.
- The competition showcased innovative eveningwear designs using American-grown Pima cotton.
Talia Bourne, a graduate from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, was awarded the top prize at the 2026 Supima Design Competition. This esteemed event, part of the second annual Supima Design Lab, took place on Thursday evening at Lavan Studios in New York City.
Bourne's winning collection, themed around "entanglement," captivated judges with its exploration of fabric transformation. She received a $10,000 prize for her innovative designs, which prominently featured Supima's renowned American-grown Pima cotton. The fabric is celebrated for its softness, durability, and lasting color.
The competition, hosted by photographer Nigel Barker, provided a platform for emerging designers to showcase their talent. Finalists, mentored by designer Bibhu Mohapatra, presented original eveningwear that demonstrated exceptional craftsmanship and creative use of Supima cotton. International designers also presented their collections, all incorporating the high-quality Pima cotton.
