Wallonie-Bruxelles Design Mode

Wallonie-Bruxelles Design Mode (WBDM) is a quality-focused agency dedicated to accelerating the international development of professionals in the design and fashion sectors located in Wallonia and Brussels. As a curator of talent, WBDM enhances the global visibility of fashion and design from the Wallonia-Brussels region. (wbdm.be ) Established in 2006, WBDM has been instrumental in promoting creative minds for over two decades. The agency offers a range of services to support designers and companies, including organizing promotional programs and international events tailored for established professionals in the fashion and design industries. (wbdm.be ) WBDM is a governmental organization providing public services without membership fees. Its services and grants are accessible to mature creators, designers, and companies, with specific participation conditions detailed in each call for projects or applications. (wbdm.be ) In 2014, WBDM became a member of the Bureau of European Design Associations (BEDA), aligning with its vision to position design as a driver for sustainable growth and prosperity in Europe. This membership provides designers in Wallonia and Brussels with access to a network of European contacts, information on available European funds, and useful standard documents. (wbdm.be ) Through initiatives like Belgium is Design, WBDM collaborates with partners such as Flanders District of Creativity and MAD Brussels to promote Belgian design internationally. This program highlights the diversity and uniqueness of Belgian creativity, aiming to increase the visibility of Belgian designers and companies on the global stage through events, editorial content, and a dedicated platform. (wbdm.be ) WBDM's mission is to support the international growth of design and fashion professionals from Wallonia and Brussels, enhancing their global visibility and fostering the region's creative industries.