We directed the campaign for the 2017-18 International Woolmark Prize in Florence. Our task was to develop a theme and visual identity for the awards which spoke of innovation and was loyal to the brand.

We came up with a single motif: DISRUPT THE THREAD.

We applied this motif to several pieces of content for the live show and digital, including a choreographed catwalk projection sequence, an interactive installation, graphic design, website assets and social media posts. We worked in tandem with event producers OBO and the lighting designers.

Catwalk: Our approach to the stage, where the collections would be revealed was to create an animated curtain of thread. This thread acted much like a theatre curtain, hiding the stage itself and animating / disrupting subtly before the show. During the reveal itself the thread comes to life in a curated 3 minute animation played across 4 transparent screens surrounding the models.

Interactive: We wanted to encourage people to participate in the show as well as continue the theme in a playful way. We created an interactive wall of thread which disrupted by proximity and body movement. The disruptive effect evolved throughout the evening and exploded with colour after the show.

Graphic Design: The motif was simplified to a bold line style which was used throughout the event including designer stands where the designer collections were judged. We produced unique assets for each designer.

Social Media: We produced a range of social media assets leading up to the event itself.

The result was a 90-minute curated event, where our spatial designs and digital content created a consistent, sophisticated, yet playful take on the brand and the disruptive nature of the talent on show.