Too many startups aren’t fully prepared when it comes to securing funding, whether from investors, banks, or public sources.

Fashion FinMix, a collaboration between The City of Antwerp & Start it @KBC, gives you access to expert insights, tailored advice, and the tools to build a compelling financial story.

What is FinMix?

A short, focused opportunity designed to help you:

  • Understand the right types of funding for your growth stage
  • Craft a strong financial pitch that gets attention
  • Receive personalised feedback from experienced finance professionals

Who is it for?

  • For startups in fashion and lifestyle; sustainable fashion, fashion-tech, accessories, textile innovation,...
  • That have a link to the city of Antwerp
  • Who are in an early-stage or growth fase
  • And are ready to scale with external funding

What to expect?

  • Participation to the FinMix track is free, thanks to the support of the City of Antwerp.
  • Workshop 'build your FinMix pitch', by Entrevest: A super insightful day with practical tips and direct connections with investement experts. This workshop has a capacity of max 25 fashion startups. No selection proces, just reserve your ticket.
  • Pitch Day: 8 of the most promising startups will receive personalised mentoring, and have the opportunity to pitch and receive feedback from a high-level panel.
  • Expert Report: the 8 selected startups will receive a personalised report with advice from the different financial experts, and stay in touch with their mentor for follow-up guidance.

    Additional wins for the selected 8 startups:
  • At least 10 hours of coaching from experienced mentors.
  • Access to networking with investors, business angels and other experts.
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Important dates

Workshop: October 13, 2025
Deadline pitchdeck: October 27, 2025
Startup selection: November 5, 2025
Finmix day: November 19, 2025
Feedback report: First week of December