Designers to the fore at Fashion Week
Autumn/Winter collections will be showcased over three days in Joburg, writes Nontando Mposo
FASHION lovers and industry influencers will come together tomorrow at Sandton City’s Nelson Mandela Square for the start of the annual Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg. Africa’s renowned and emerging designers will show their Autumn/ Winter collections over three days, an event that kick-starts Joburg’s fashion week season.
The event, which is organised and curated by African Fashion International, will be a hotbed for the latest winter trends and must-haves for women and men.
Top fashion stylists, bloggers, photographers and industry experts from across the continent will spend the week navigating their way between runway shows, schmoozing with their fellow guests, taking note of the showcased styles and striking a pose for the pictures.
From urban street fashion to chic readyto-wear items and avant-garde designs, audiences can expect a good mix from established designers such as David Tlale, Mille Collines, Selfi, Marianne Fassler, Spero Villioti, Carducci and Leigh Schubert.
Young, fresh talent will include Tamara Chérie Dyson, Scalo/Tsotetsi KL, Tuelo Nguyuza, Khosi Nkosi, and Akedo.
“South Africa is bursting to the tip with creative and talented young designers who are passionate about making their mark on the wider global fashion scene,” says Sizwe Nzimande, group marketing manager at African Fashion International.
“Local fashion is fast-paced and exciting, and we have worked closely with the industry to plan a ground-breaking display against the backdrop of an electric and energised atmosphere, enchanting designers and audiences alike.
“The designers have worked tirelessly and sacrificed many a long night to prepare for this highly anticipated annual event.
“The designs that are expected to dominate the runway this year offer an outpouring of passion and a taste of the significant talent that is alive and thriving in Africa,” added Nzimande.
The designers behind four brands speak about their journeys in the world of fashion and their latest collections.