Call for Nominations: Honouring Excellence in Luxury
We are now accepting nominations for the following four Grandiose Luxury Awards:
- Visionary Innovator of the Year
- Avant-garde Luxury Excellence
- South Africa’s Luxury Brand of the Year
- South Africa’s Most Valuable Brand
The judging process involves a panel of experts from the luxury sector who will evaluate all nominations. The categories Avant-garde Luxury Excellence and South Africa’s Most Valuable Brand will undergo an additional judging stage. The Visionary Innovator of the Year award will be assessed by a dedicated jury of specialists. Meanwhile, South Africa’s Luxury Brand of the Year will be decided through a vote by more than 20 Grandiose members, alongside a selected group of luxury media representatives and key stakeholders.
Expert Panel Review
All nominations will be carefully reviewed by a panel of esteemed luxury sector experts, ensuring that each award reflects the highest standards of excellence.
Sustainability Jury for Most Valuable Brand
South Africa’s Most Valuable Brand will undergo an additional evaluation stage by a panel of sustainability experts, focusing on the brand’s long-term impact and true value.
Luxury Brand of the Year Voting
South Africa’s Luxury Brand of the Year will be determined through a vote by 10+ Grandiose Members, along with a select group of luxury media and industry influencers.
Multi-Stage Judging Process
Two awards, South Africa’s Most Valuable Brand and South Africa’s Luxury Brand of the Year, feature an exclusive multi-stage judging process to ensure the most deserving brands are honored.
Comprehensive Evaluation Process
The Grandiose Luxury Awards utilizes a thorough and multi-faceted judging process, combining expert opinions, sustainability insights, and industry votes to ensure the most distinguished brands are recognized.
Nomination Criteria
1. Hallmarks of Luxury
• Exceptional creativity, innovation, and customer engagement
• Strong international presence and global brand appeal
2. Excellence in Design & Craftsmanship
• Superior design, quality materials, and attention to detail
• Measurable business growth and success
• A compelling reason for recognition this year
3. Business Development & Impact
• Investment in skills, talent, and traditional crafts
• Contribution to employment and local economic growth
• Innovation in future-focused luxury (e.g. metaverse)
How to Enter
1. Include Supporting Material
Back up your entry with facts, stats, and relevant details to strengthen your nomination.
2. Submit Your Nomination
Email your entry and materials to:
nominations@grandioseluxuryawards.com
Deadline: Friday, 8 October 2025
3. Luxury Brand of the Year Entry
There’s no word limit—but keep it concise and impactful.
4. Meet the Criteria
Clearly explain how your brand meets each award’s requirements.
5. No Website Links
All relevant info must be in your submission—no external links.
6. Multiple Categories Welcome
You may enter more than one category. Self-nominations are free.
7. Write a Strong Statement
Each category entered needs its own brief, compelling supporting statement.
