Events

At Labels & Things, we’re bursting with pride. Two of our clients – Meryll Rogge and Sarah Levy – stepped fully into the spotlight on the international fashion stage. Their vision, their strength, their work… it touched something essential.

Belgian Talent, International Stage
Meryll Rogge, who brought the Grand Prize home with her exceptional signature, proved what we’ve known all along: her label is more than fashion – it’s a layered, intelligent reflection on identity, beauty, and style. With her unique voice, she’s reshaping the paradigm of modern dressing, where gender fluidity and a refined blend of menswear and womenswear take center stage. Her work, inspired by radical simplicity and luxurious eveningwear, was praised by the jury as “a masterclass in fashion and contemporary culture”. We simply call it brilliant. Meryll is without a doubt one of the most promising voices in fashion today.

Sarah Levy also rightfully claimed her place in the spotlight. She not only won the Accessories Prize, but also placed fourth in the Grand Prize category. Her creations are poetic objects – expressive, sustainable, and rich in meaning. Few designers manage to fuse functionality, form, and social commentary so seamlessly. Sarah is a true maker – understands that fashion can be a mirror of its time.

ANDAM A- What?
Since 1989, the ANDAM (Association Nationale pour le Développement des Arts de la Mode) Awards have ranked among the most prestigious international fashion prizes. Winners recieve more than just funding – they’re invited to show in Paris and benefit from a carefullly built network and long-term guidance designed to help them grow sustainably.

Watching Greatness Unfold
Seeing two Belgian designers – and two of our own clients – celebrated on such a major platform means the world to us. It’s a testament not only to their talent, but to their courage, clarity of vision, and relentless drive. We feel genuinely privileged to walk alongside them, and to support their journey in any way we can.

Meryll, Sarah – it’s an honour to work with you!

From May 29 to June 1, Antwerp turned into a buzzing playground for contemporary art. Over 70 locations opened their doors – from big-name museums to hidden artist spaces – packed with exhibitions, performances, talks, and celebrations.

What makes Antwerp Art Weekend special isn’t just the scale, but the spark. Art and audience collide in unexpected ways. You wander into a gallery you’ve never noticed, and walk out moved.

Kicking off on the rooftop
The weekend started high above the city – on the rooftop of The Museum of Contemporary Art Antwerp (M HKA) – with a celebration of Antwerp’s new wave of artists and the energy they bring.

Open, surprising, and for everyone
From kid-friendly art routes to late-night performances, the weekend was full of surprises. A chance to explore, connect, and get inspired – whether you’re regular or just curious.

A cap with meaning
To mark the weekend, we teamed up with Antwerp Art to create a limited edition cap. Clean design, subtle nods to the city’s art scene – a wearable piece of art for those who live and breath creativity.

What stayed with us
Every year, this weekend reminds us why we care about art: for its power to connect, to question, to move. Where fashion meets art, and design meets emotion – that’s where we want to be.

Thanks to everyone who supported our cap project, showed up, or just wandered in. Here’s to more encounters, bold ideas, and shared creations.

What does it mean to create together?
Every year, our team visits the Fashion Department of the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp as part of the selection procedure for the L&T Award. This isn’t about remote selections on paper – it’s about showing up, meeting face-to-face, and building real connections.

We introduce ourselves: what we do, how we work, and what we value – craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a shared commitment to responsible creation. Most importantly, we share why these values matter to us – because we believe that what you make should matter, and how you make it matters even more.

Then it’s time for the students to speak.
In a series of personal, one-on-one conversations, they show us their work, their vision, their uncertainties, and their aspirations. They share where they are now and where they hope to go – not only their current collection but also their early ideas for the year ahead: from material choices to mood, and everything in between. And, most importantly, how they would use a collaboration with us to shape their vision.

From these conversations, we select our top three. Not just the most eye-catching designs, but the ones who show openness to collaboration – to co-creating something new. During the SHOW where the students present their final collection, we observe again and make our final decision based on who truly stands out. That way, we’re certain we’ve chosen the one who made the strongest impression.

What does this mean for them?
A journey of creative freedom. They’ll have access to our international production teams, materials, and techniques – from custom headwear to metal hardware, embroidery to experimental branding. Nothing is too unconventional, as long as it’s personal and purposeful.

But this collaboration is more than just support for a masters collection. It’s a shared experience, built on trust. A space where designers can express themselves freely, and where we act as partners, not just advisors. We guide, but we don’t control. We inspire, but we don’t take over. It’s a tailored journey that we hope marks the beginning of a lasting relationship.
Together, we create something that resonates – a collection that stands as a statement, a collaboration, and a signature in one.

This is what it means to create together.
Stay tuned – after the show, we’ll be announcing the winner of this year’s Labels & Things Award.