A.  Eligibility Guidelines for Participants

1. Age Requirement

▪ Participants (designer) must be at least 18 years of age or older.

▪ Open to all genders.

2. Residency

▪ This contest is open to individuals who are currently residing in the Province of Romblon or have ancestral ties to the province through their family lineage.

3. Skill Level

▪ All skill levels are welcome, from beginners to professional designers.

B. Pre-Registration

▪ All interested participants must complete the pre-registration form through this link on or before March 12, 2026 at 5 PM : https://bit.ly/CocoFashion2026

C.  Creative Design Preparation

▪ Designers may interpret the theme in their own unique way, following the judging criteria; only imagination limits your creation.

▪ Each design must incorporate a minimum of 50% coconut-based materials, which may include:

Roots, trunk, leaves, leaf midrib, flower, Outer skin of the coconut fruit, husk, shell

▪ Each participant may create and present up to two design entries.

▪ Final creative designs must be completed on or before March 18, 2026, 5 PM for preliminary screening of the committee.

Submission of Creations

▪ The design must be completed on or before March 19, 2026, at 5:00 PM. An official photoshoot will be conducted thereafter for documentation and Facebook posting.

▪ Entries will be published on the DTI Facebook page on March 23-27, 2026 for audience voting in the “Netizen’s Choice” award, based on the highest number of reactions (Like, Heart, Wow, Care).

▪ All entries must be original creations by the participating designer.

Fashion Show Presentation

▪ The presentation of creations will be held on March 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM at Odiongan Covered Court.

▪ Each entry will be modeled by a Binibining Odiongan candidate. 

▪ Footwear, jewelry, purses, and other accessories may be used to enhance, but not overshadow, the coconut-themed creations. Such accessories must also be the designer’s own creations.

D.  CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

Total Score: 100%

1. Thematic Alignment (20%)
▪ Clear and effective interpretation of the given theme
▪ Consistency of concept throughout the outfit
▪ Visual representation of the theme through design, color, and details

2. Presentation and Execution (20%)
▪ Runway presence, poise, confidence, and stage impact
▪ Quality of craftsmanship, construction, and finishing
▪ Overall visual appeal of the creation

3. Creativity, Style, and Wearability (20%)
▪ Unique and imaginative interpretation of the designer’s chosen concept and style.
▪ Innovative design elements that enhance the concept while preserving the identity and purpose of the creation
▪ Thoughtful use of accessories and enhancements that complement the outfit without compromising authenticity
▪ Distinctive details or signature elements that elevate the overall look
▪ Wearability and functionality – practicality of the outfit for real-life or performance use, considering comfort, mobility, and suitability to its intended purpose

4. Appropriateness and Compliance (15%)
▪ Accuracy and relevance to the theme or purpose
▪ Compliance with all rules, guidelines, and competition requirements
▪ Suitability of the design for the intended audience and event

▪ Proper and safe use of materials, including coconut-based elements

5. Social Media Engagement (15%)
▪ Number of likes, reactions, and overall engagement on the official Facebook post
▪ Engagement will be counted until the cut-off date and time set by the organizers
▪ Percentage scoring will be based on ranking of total reactions (Like, Heart, Wow, and Care):

·         Highest reactions – 15%

·         Second highest – 12%

·         Third highest – 10%

·         Remaining entries – 8%

6. Overall Impact (10%)
▪ Strong and memorable overall impression
▪ Emotional and visual impact on the audience
▪ Cohesiveness of concept, design, and presentation
▪ Originality and uniqueness of the total look