OXFAM COMPETITION – CHANCE OF A LIFETIME TO JOIN STAR-STUDDED CATWALK AT LONDON FASHION WEEK

This September, Oxfam is offering the chance of a lifetime to walk alongside a star-studded line up of celebrities on the catwalk at London Fashion Week, in a unique money-can’t-buy competition prize.

As part of it’s sixth annual Second Hand September campaign, Oxfam will once again kick off London Fashion Week with a bang on 12 September with its show Style for Change with a number of famous faces...and one lucky member of the public.

The show – which calls for people to “Dress for the world you want, for everyone, everywhere” - has previously featured the likes of celebrities including Miquita Oliver, Tasha Ghouri, Erin O'Connor and Brett Staniland.

Oxfam’s Second Hand Clothes Ambassador, Miquita Oliver - who walked the catwalk last year - said: “London Fashion week is something I love attending, but there is something extra special about being on the Oxfam runway.

“It meant so much to me to take part in the show last year because second hand clothes are my way of life. I’ve always bought clothes from charity shops so to be able to be part of Oxfam’s show in my favourite kind of clothes was wonderful.

“I hope lots of people enter the amazing competition to join this year’s much-loved guests on the runway and to help spread the message that second hand is far from second best.”

The show is part of Oxfam’s Second Hand September campaign which encourages people to shop pre-loved and reduce the impact of the fashion industry on the planet.

And for those not lucky enough to win the coveted catwalk spot, there’s still the chance to dress the part as all looks featured on the runway will be auctioned online after the show.

For the chance to walk in this star-studded iconic fashion show – and be dressed by renowned stylist Bay Garnett in the finest selection of pre-loved clothing - entrants are asked to post an image on Instagram showing how they ‘dress for the world’ they want in their favourite second-hand outfit, with the tags @oxfamgb @oxfamshops #SecondHandSeptember #FoundInOxfam.

The competition runs from 2 August until 2 September when the best styled outfit will be chosen by Oxfam’s esteemed judging panel, including researcher, writer and expert in ethical fashion, Dr Sass Brown and actress, content creator and podcaster, Sarel Madziya. The only stipulation is that entrants must be aged 18 and over to apply.

To post your best styled outfit for a chance to win your space on the catwalk head to Oxfam’s Instagram page @oxfamgb HERE.

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For more information or to arrange an interview please contact: media.unit@oxfam.org.uk or call +44 (0)7748 761999.

NOTES TO EDITORS

Second Hand September “Styled for Change” Fashion Show Competition

Terms & Conditions

1. By entering this competition, you agree to be bound by these terms and conditions.
2. The promoter is Oxfam a company limited by guarantee in England and Wales (612172) and a registered charity in England & Wales (202918) and Scotland (SC039042) with registered office at Oxfam House, John Smith Drive. Cowley Oxford OX4 2JY.

Eligibility

3. All UK residents aged 18 and over are eligible to enter, excluding Oxfam paid employees.

Entry Requirements

4. Entrants need to post an image on Instagram showing how they dress for the world they want in their best styled outfit bought at Oxfam and tag @OxfamGB and @OxfamShops on Instagram and use the hashtag #SecondHandSeptember and #FoundInOxfam for a chance to win.

5. The competition opens at 00:00 on 2 August 2024 and closes at midnight on 2 September 2024. All competition entries received after the closing date are automatically disqualified.

Prize

6. The prize consists of the following elements:

Pre-Fashion Week Promotion: The winner will participate in Second Hand Sept promotional activities. This could include interviews, photoshoots, and social media, setting the stage for an exciting fashion journey.

Collaboration with Fashion Experts: During London Fashion Week, the winner will be styled by a renowned stylist, and photographers.

Runway Stardom: On the runway, the winner alongside influencers, celebrities and models, will get to showcase sustainable style.

7. No cash alternative can be substituted.

8. Travel and accommodation are included up to £500 and will be booked by Oxfam in coordination with the winner. Any other expenses are subject to prior written approval from Oxfam, and receipts will be required or they will not be paid.

9. The receipt by the winning entrant of any of the prize components is conditional upon compliance by the winner with these rules. Winning entrant may be required to provide a written acknowledgement of these rules and other terms and conditions, consents or releases relating to the prizes.

The Winner

10. The winner will be chosen by a judging panel comprising the following experts:

The Stylist: An experienced fashion stylist with expertise in trend forecasting and styling for various platforms.

The Influencer: A prominent social media influencer known for their unique sustainable style and ability to engage and inspire followers.

The Thought Leader: A visionary in sustainable fashion and ethical practices, advocating for innovation and conscious consumerism.

11. Entries will be judged based on the following criteria: style, creativity, originality, and use of second-hand clothing. The judging panel will review all submissions and select the top entries based on the judging criteria

12. There will be one 1 winner of the competition for the prize available.

13. The winner will be notified of their success by Oxfam GB’s verified social media accounts by 6 September 2024. This will come via a private message or comment on their original post.

14. The decision of the judging panel is final and binding. No correspondence will be entered into.

15. Oxfam will make available information that indicates that a valid award took place. To comply with this obligation Oxfam will send the surname and county of prize winner, to anyone who emails heretohelp@oxfam.org.uk or writes to Oxfam Second Hand September Competition at the address set out in clause 2 (enclosing a self-addressed envelope) within one month of the closing date of the competition. If you object to any or all of your surname, county and winning entry being published or made available, please contact Oxfam via hereotohelp@oxfam.org.uk or at the address set out in clause 2. In such circumstances, Oxfam must still provide the information and winning entry to the Advertising Standards Authority on request.

General

16. Oxfam shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations to the winner if such delay or failure is caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control. Neither shall Oxfam be liable to the winner for any loss or damage suffered in connection with this competition and/or the prize, save in respect of death or personal injury caused by the negligence or fraud of Oxfam.

17. Oxfam reserves the right to make any reasonable amendments to these terms and conditions at any stage. In this event, a notice will be posted on https://www.oxfam.org.uk/get-involved/second-hand-september/

18. Oxfam also reserves the right to hold void, suspend, cancel, or amend the prize competition where it becomes necessary to do so.

19. Entrants retain ownership of their designs; however, by submitting an entry, they grant Oxfam the right to use and display their images for promotional use. Entrants may also be required to participate in wider campaign publicity without further consent or payment, such publicity including without limitation the entrant’s name, entry or any information provided by the entrant. This information may be used by Oxfam in any and all SHS media in perpetuity throughout the world as Oxfam may decide.

20. Any personal information collected by Oxfam in connection with this competition will be used in accordance with Oxfam’s privacy policy.

21. The surname and county of residence of the winner can be obtained by sending a stamped addressed envelope to Oxfam within 30 days of the closing date.

22. If you breach these terms and conditions, Oxfam reserves the right to exclude you from participating in the competition.

23. This competition and these T&Cs shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and the courts of England shall have exclusive jurisdiction in relation to any disputes arising therefrom.