The capital of the Costa Blanca will become the benchmark for swimwear fashion in Spain, with the prominent presence of local talent. Alicante-based designer Elías Alonso Cabrera has been selected as one of the eight finalists who will compete for the National Swimwear Fashion New Talents Award 2026, a recognition that will shape the future of the country's new creative generation.
The Mediterranean Fashion Beach (MFB) platform has announced the names of the designers who have passed a rigorous selection process. These designers stand out not only for their aesthetic ability but also for their commitment to sustainability. Under the motto Eco-design and natural connection: dress the change, this edition has raised the technical and conceptual level, consolidating the competition as a national reference in textile innovation.
His candidacy not only represents the emerging talent of Alicante, but also adds an emotional component to a final that will be decided precisely in the Alicante capital.
The presence of Elías Alonso Cabrera is especially relevant as he will be playing “at home.” His participation not only symbolizes the emerging talent of Alicante but also adds an emotional element to a final that will take place in the same city. Alongside him, the list of finalists includes designers from Galicia, the Canary Islands, and Catalonia, reflecting the creative diversity of the Spanish landscape.
The grand final will take place in the first week of July in Alicante. The city will not only host the definitive runway show but will also be the stage where the future leader of swimwear fashion will be decided. Beyond a fashion show, the event is shaping up to be a key appointment for the industry, with parallel activities and the verdict of a jury composed of prestigious experts.
Mediterranean Fashion Beach will thus celebrate the seventh edition of this award, which in previous years had been held in the city of Benidorm. Now, it begins a transition phase towards the new MFB 2.0 concept, with which the organization seeks an evolution in the event model and aims to reinforce its focus on innovation, sustainability, and international projection.
In this context, Alicante will not be a mere host: it will be both judge and showcase. The talent of Elías Alonso Cabrera will compete before his own audience, in a unique opportunity to consolidate himself as a national reference. The outcome will not only crown a winner but will also project new professional trajectories through scholarships, internships in leading companies, and strategic visibility in the sector.
