Open Call: Lottozero Residency for Independent Fashion Brands

Lottozero invites applications from independent fashion brands for a one-week residency in the heart of Italy’s Prato fashion and textile district; a district famous for offering all phases of fashion production.

The goal is to introduce brands to the sourcing, production, and circular innovation opportunities available within the Prato textile district—Europe’s leading hub for recycled materials, textile development, and manufacturing.

The residency offers full access to Lottozero’s creative hub, textile lab, and shared studios, along with a curated introduction to the district’s extensive network of textile suppliers, manufacturers, and circular production resources. This is an opportunity to experience firsthand what it means to design and produce locally—within one of Europe’s most advanced textile ecosystems.

 

What’s Included: 

  • One-week stay in the Lottozero residency apartment (single or duo occupancy)

  • Full access to our Textile Lab, Creative Hub, and shared workspaces

  • Guided tours of the Prato textile district, including:

    • Visits to suppliers of stock fabrics, regenerated, recycled, and natural fibers

    • Meetings with local producers and manufacturers

    • Textile archives and circular economy hubs

  • Tailored introductions to sourcing and production partners based on your brand’s needs

 

Who Should Apply:

We welcome applications from independent fashion brands that:

  • Have an established identity and collection(s) in development or production

  • Are interested in sourcing materials and producing garments locally

  • Want to explore how working in Prato can support a more sustainable, flexible, and traceable supply chain

 

About the Residency:

The selected brand will spend one focused week at Lottozero, using our infrastructure and network to explore what the Prato district can offer their creative and production process. The residency also serves as a way to promote the opportunities available to brands working through Lottozero and with local partners.

 

How to Apply:

To apply, fill out the application form with:

  • A short description of your brand and current work (max 300 words)

  • A website or social media link

  • A statement explaining what you hope to research, source, or develop during your residency in Prato

Application deadline: August 31st
Residency dates: September 29th to October 5th
Travel and meals are not included.

Tessa Moroder