Dress in your finest Afro-chic and dazzle at the Sun Met 2018

KENILWORTH Racecourse will be turned into Cape Town’s very own green catwalk next Saturday for the Sun Met.

“Style Ahead of the Field” encourages all racegoers to come dressed “Afro-chic” in vibrant colours, prints as well as beautiful, intricate fabric designs that “immediately evoke Africa”. Event organisers say the theme will be achieved by mixing genres, where trendy modern attire is infused with the inspiration of Africa. Racegoers are also promised a “premium culinary” experience.

One of the biggest attractions will be a best-dressed competition which will take place at the entertainment marquee tent where one lucky lady and gent stand a chance of winning a prize package valued at R50 000 which includes a resort experience sponsored by Sun International (exclusive of travel), a Tumi Knox backpack and a Voyageur Halle backpack. A R25 000 voucher from the V&A Waterfront is also up for grabs, a custom-made designer garment from Imprint ZA or Khosi Nkosi as well as VIP access to the official Sun Met 2018 after-party at the Grand Beach Café on January 28.

The competition will be hosted by reigning Miss South Africa, Adé van Heerden, and Zweli Dube from 3.40pm to 4pm.

Fashion designers will showcase show-stopper pieces between the races from 1 to 3pm at the Entertainment Marquee tent leading up to the Best Dressed competition.

The Sun Met Fashion Show designers include Khosi Nkosi, Imprint ZA, Rich Factory and House of Olé. All ticket holders will be able to join the official after-party as general access tickets automatically grant access into the after-party marquee. Ticket holders may want to bring identification, especially for those betting, bank cards – ATMs will be available around the venue, sunscreen or a hat, something warm to wear – for those of you planning to stay for the after-party.

No alcohol may be brought into the venue. No firearms, weapons, fireworks, or explosives.

Witness the fine specimens on the track gallop to the finishing line with over 13 world-class horse races. Sponsors and organisers of the 2017 Sansui Summer Cup and Sun Met 2018 celebrated with GH Mumm, have announced a R1 million bonus prize to the Factory, Dennis Masondo and Rina Thunga have gone for different looks.

“This year’s theme is very exciting and I thought why don’t I add a modern twist to the Afro-chic theme. Me and my favourite muse decided to go with a completely different silhouette this year. Our inspiration this year is vintage glam and a touch of African feel with a touch of bead work and who knows maybe some feathers for some drama,” said

Masondo. horse which wins both races. The Sansui Summer Cup and The Sun Met are the biggest races in Johannesburg and Cape Town respectively and no horse has won the two races since 1999.

Racegoers can make use of the Chukker Road parking facility at R100 per car with a free shuttle service to the Kenilworth Racecourse. Parking tickets can be purchased ahead of race day at TicketPro.