About

Who are we?

From ⟦CJSCE1⟧ ⟦⟦to⟧CJSCE2 0⟧, CJSCE grows edition after edition — an emerging platform for African fashion.

Talent today, fashion tomorrow.

The CJSCE — Concours des Jeunes Stylistes et Couturiers Émergents was born from the desire to give real visibility to young designers and to create bridges between talent, training, professionalization and opportunities.

More than a competition, CJSCE is a space for expression, meeting and development for emerging designers, couturiers and designers.

Our ambition is to contribute to the emergence of a generation of professionals capable of carrying their creativity, cultural identity and know-how beyond borders.

Missions

Detect - Train - Enhance - Connect - Bring out.

Vision

To bring out a new generation of stylists and couturiers capable of valuing their creative identity, culture and know-how on the national and international stages.

Make CJSCE a reference platform for the emergence and promotion of African fashion talent.

Our history

Chronological timeline

From its beginnings at IFAM Benin to the Palais des Congrès in Cotonou — and towards the next edition. This progression demonstrates that CJSCE is not a newly conceived project.

Edition 1

IFAM Benin

1st edition — IFAM Benin

This first edition marks the birth of CJSCE. It presents the beginnings of the contest, the first young creators supported, and the spirit in which the project was launched.

Past

Edition 2

Palais des Congrès, Cotonou

2nd edition — Palais des Congrès, Cotonou

This second edition marks a significant evolution for CJSCE, with an event held in a more institutional setting and a heightened ambition in terms of visibility and professionalisation.

Past

Edition 3

Next edition

3rd edition

The third edition continues the ascent of CJSCE: greater visibility, higher standards, and more opportunities for emerging talents in African fashion.

Upcoming

Values

What guides us

  • Creativity
  • Excellence
  • Audace
  • Identity
  • Transmission
  • Discipline
  • Innovation

Join the movement

Discover the contest or submit your application for the forthcoming edition.