Forty South African designers got here collectively to indicate off their Autumn/Winter 2025 collections at SA Vogue Week, which befell from 26 – 28 September at Melrose Arch, Johannesburg. This was my first time attending one of many greatest vogue occasions within the nation and I used to be in awe of the variety and inclusivity of the fashions who walked the runway.
Right here’s a glance inside my three-day vogue week expertise.
SA FASHION WEEK DAY ONE
The primary day of SA Vogue Week was actually probably the most thrilling for me. I arrived at Melrose Arch by 18:15 for the 19:00 present. Upon arrival, media company got tags and tickets for the primary present, which additionally gave us entry to the Main Lights VIP lounge.
There have been activations by ISUZU Luxurious Automobile Expertise, L’Oreal Paris, Mr Value, and Cruz Vodka. Every present got here with a cocktail voucher, with 4 totally different choices.
There have been 4 reveals on the primary night time. The primary featured collections by Thabo Makhetha and Fikile Sokhulu. This was adopted by Artho Eksteen, Michael Ludwig Studio and Pret-a-Good. Michael Ludwig Studio stood out for me with distinctive execution on the runway and a good looking assortment. The third present featured Erre, Ephymol and The Bam Collective.
Beloved South African designer Gert-Johan Coetzee then closed the present along with his London Vogue Week assortment. South African mannequin Yasmin Furmie, who challenges ageism, took to the runway on day one.
SA FASHION WEEK DAY TWO
On the second day of SA Vogue Week, there have been 4 reveals. This noticed the next designers take to the stage:
Floyd Avenue
Belhauzen
Home of Ole
Bare Ape
Viviers
Helon Melon
Ngingu
Rubicon
Ellen Madie
E_Mania
Potrends
Sixx6
SA FASHION WEEK DAY THREE
On day three of SA Vogue Week, I used to be handled to an evening’s keep on the luxurious Southern Solar Hyde Park. I used to be greeted by pleasant workers upon arrival, who then upgraded by room to a Superior Room, which included a good looking view of the town.
The lodge additionally had a surprising rooftop pool.
The Southern Solar Hyde Park is thought for his or her nightlife on weekends. You may typically discover a DJ on Fridays and Saturdays with good music in addition to canapés. The high-end space can be treasured by many due to the protection and safety.
Day three of SA Vogue Week had a complete of 5 reveals. This kicked off with just a few designers – Sinchui, Candid, Rebirth, The Trendsetter from the North, Thobey Cooper, Undefined Out of doors Clothes, Victori, Waalid, Yung Blood Attire. This was adopted by Mantsho, Imprint, Sober, Afrikanswiss, Mina- Mozambique Vogue Week, Solar Goddess.
Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa closed the present together with her Essie Apparell line.
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