Take Your Exclusive Seat on the

French Fashion Awards Panel

At the centre of the French Fashion Awards lies its Grand Jury Panel, a group of internationally renowned experts in the world of fashion and creativity. This panel is the guiding force behind the awards, representing a wide array of specialties within the fashion industry, including haute couture, ready-to-wear, accessories, and marketing.

Originating from various parts of the globe with varied backgrounds, these professionals offer impartial evaluations of each submission. Their assessments go beyond mere aesthetics of each design, celebrating creations that are visually stunning but also contributing meaningfully to the fashion industry and enhancing the way we experience style.

Discover the career paths and visions of these eminent panellists who are setting the benchmarks for global fashion excellence. They foster a culture of design that prioritises beauty, ingenuity, and ecological mindfulness, shaping the future of fashion with every decision they make.

French Fashion Awards Jury - Jae Leong

Malaysia

Jae Leong

Judging Committee Chairperson, International Awards Associate (IAA)

Jae Leong is the accomplished chairperson of IAA’s extensive judging committee.

As the chairperson, Leong assumes a leadership role, guiding the organization and spearheading initiatives to uphold quality and creative excellence in critical areas such as design, creative advertising, marketing communications, video production, and business. Additionally, she serves as a key award representative at IAA, consistently demonstrating success in overseeing assessments throughout her career.

She prioritizes the coordination of strategic arrangements among various jury panels, establishing herself as a standout figure in the industry. Demonstrating a keen sense of management, Leong has executed her role with precision, ensuring that each participant receives fair evaluations and unbiased assessments, underscoring the significance of integrity in maintaining the credibility of the judging outcomes. Furthermore, her collaboration with professionals globally has positioned her at the forefront of specialization, enabling the development of exceptional communication and relationship management skills.

French Fashion Awards Jury - Hanwei Su

United States

Hanwei Su

Fashion Designer , M&M Design House

Residing in New York, VV Hanwei Su is the visionary force behind MAISON DE HOE, catapulting the brand into the global fashion limelight. As a Parsons School of Design award-winning alumna, her creations masterfully blend contemporary Chinese grunge culture with New York’s avant-garde vibrancy, painting a narrative that bridges world. Her creations have graced runways from New York Fashion Week to Paris Fashion Week, garnering features in a wide array of global press, including esteemed publications like Vogue, ELLE, Harper’s Bazaar, and Grazia USA. This extensive coverage highlights her innovative blend of tradition with modernity and underscores the international acclaim of her runway showcases. Su’s portfolio is a beacon of global recognition and creativity. Under her leadership, Maison de Hoe has emerged as more than just a fashion label; it’s a revolution that champions the power of the female spirit and the enduring resilience of cultural legacies. Through her guidance, the brand embodies a vision where empowerment is woven into the very fabric of its creations, challenging the fashion industry’s norms and inspiring a new generation of designers. The brand’s showcase at Paris Fashion Week marked a milestone, bringing its unique narrative of empowerment and cultural fusion to the forefront of the international fashion scene. This appearance not only solidified Su’s standing in the fashion world but also highlighted her commitment to showcasing diversity and strength through design. Su's journey from Parsons to Paris exemplifies her relentless pursuit of excellence and innovation, setting a new standard for what fashion can achieve in terms of cultural storytelling and design.