Empowering Bahrain’s Fashion & Jewelry Designers

Bahrain Islamic Bank, in partnership with Visa, is proud to launch the Innovation Studio – a flagship initiative designed to support and grow the next generation of Bahraini fashion and jewelry designers.

About the Program

The Innovation Studio is a platform dedicated to early-stage Bahraini talents who do not yet have physical shops or commercial registrations. Through mentorship, training, and exposure opportunities, we aim to give designers the tools they need to develop their skills, build their presence, and bring their creative visions to life.

Why Join?

  • Mentorship & Training: Learn from industry leaders in fashion and jewelry.
  • Exposure & Networking: Connect with like-minded designers and gain visibility.
  • CSR Impact: Part of BisB’s commitment to strengthening Bahrain’s creative industries.
  • Exclusive Prizes:
    • Fashion Winner: Cash Prize + Fashion Week Experience
    • Jewelry Winner: Cash Prize + Experience Trip (Tiffany or expert mentorship)

Program Timeline

  • Applications Open: 28 Sept – 25 Oct, 2025
  • Shortlisting: 26 Oct – 6 Nov, 2025
  • Training & Mentorship: 9 Nov – 27 Nov, 2025
  • Pitch Day: 9 Dec, 2025
  • Final Awards Ceremony: 13 Jan, 2026 at Marassi Galleria

How It Works

  1. Apply through this landing page (open to fashion and jewelry designers).
  2. 20 participants selected (10 per category).
  3. Receive mentorship and training for pitching and product development.
  4. 10 semi-finalists chosen to develop their products.
  5. Winners announced at the final ceremony under the patronage of Her Highness Shaikha Fatema Al Dana Bint Salman Al Khalifa.

Judges & Partners

A panel of judges will include representatives from BisB, Visa, and leading fashion and jewelry experts such as Zahra Helal, Sumaya Faisal, Kawther Alawami, and Faten Matar.

Influencers and partners, including Dana Al Khalifa, Nayla Janahi, Shaima Rahimi, and May Alalawi, will amplify the initiative, alongside world-class training institutions and universities.

Apply Now

If you’re a Bahraini fashion or jewelry designer ready to take your talent to the next level, this is your chance.