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MARIANNE FASSLER - 5 MARCH THURSDAY - 19,15
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Designer, Marianne Fassler, expresses her identity as a South African in her own idiosyncratic way. Leopard Frock is is representative of Fassler’s interpretation of the complex design milieu of Joburg, and Africa more broadly. The brand currently has two divisions, completely intertwined and equally important. She manufactures a ready-to-wear collection, which is available off the peg at the Leopard Frock retail space in Joburg, whilst also providing an exclusive, made-to-order couture service.
CLOTHING DNA
The Fassler signature is about fabric manipulation, crafting, and colour, unexpected juxtapositions and impeccable finish and fit, with a fresh approach and interpretation of popular fashion themes – in other words, Fassler is dedicated to putting a fresh twist on old classics.
COLLECTION INSPIRATION
The WINTER 2015 collection is ALL ABOUT COLOUR. The studio has been exploring new crafting techniques using raw South African Angora wool mohair and hand dyed pure silks to create lightweight warmth and cosiness. We will also focus strongly on fabric manipulation by deconstructing vintage denim pieces and combining them with luxury fabrics. The collection will showcase the dexterity and wearablity of the Leopard Frock brand.
AWARDS/ACCOLADES
2014 - AFI Designer of the Year
2014 - Nominated for Design Indaba’s 2014 Most Beautiful Object in SA
2013 - Showcased a “trash to treasure” collection at La Ferme du Buisson in Paris. This conceptual performance piece was originally commissioned to premiere at the Lyon Dance Biennale in September 2012 and is currently travelling internationally.
2011- Represented at the 10th Triennale, Materials Revisited, at the Museum fur Angewandte Kunst in Frankfurt, Germany
2010 - AFI Fashion Award for Exceptional Contribution to Fashion in Africa
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STEFANIA MORLAND - 5 MARCH THURSDAY - 20,30
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Stefania Morland is dedicated to personal service and attention to detail. Her intimate high-end fashion store and studio, which opened in 2005, has grown and evolved, while staying true to the original design ethos: unique, playful pieces that remain classic and timeless.
At Stefania Morland we value all things beautiful, both obvious and discreet. We believe in fashion as a channel of intuitive expression. We believe in quality. We believe that everyone has a style identity unique to their own personality.
We believe it is an extension of their inner creative self.At Stefania Morland we promise exclusivity, attention and assistance. It is our mission to produce thoughtful, functional and provocative quality garments that meet our customers’ needs, while remaining true to our own aesthetic philosophy.We passionately instill beauty, quality and function into each and every design.
CLOTHING DNA Stefania Morland is known for layering pieces and expertly constructed garments that can be worn in more than one way, creating a complex look that allows our clients freedom and creativity of expression . We use only the finest hand-selected natural fibers sourced from around the world, each garment skillfully crafted with specific attention to construction techniques and accentuated detail, creating truly distinctive clothing for people who respect and celebrate life.
COLLECTION INSPIRATION The Stefania Morland winter 2015 collection has been strongly influenced by lace and the intricacy of its designs. Silhouettes are feminine, with soft luxurious fabrics and lots of hand stitched details. It’s a celebration of the female figure and form, and we design garments that best accentuate the womanly shape. Bridal and evening wear are shown off in a beautiful display of texture and neutral colour, while daywear will be simplified while still using the usual Stefania Morland signature details.
AWARDS/ACCOLADES 2009 – Audi Most Aligned Fashion Brand
STEFANIA MORLAND
At Stefania Morland we value all things beautiful, both obvious and discreet. We believe in fashion as a channel of intuitive expression. We believe in quality. We believe that everyone has a style identity unique to their own personality.
We believe it is an extension of their inner creative self.At Stefania Morland we promise exclusivity, attention and assistance. It is our mission to produce thoughtful, functional and provocative quality garments that meet our customers’ needs, while remaining true to our own aesthetic philosophy.We passionately instill beauty, quality and function into each and every design.
CLOTHING DNA Stefania Morland is known for layering pieces and expertly constructed garments that can be worn in more than one way, creating a complex look that allows our clients freedom and creativity of expression . We use only the finest hand-selected natural fibers sourced from around the world, each garment skillfully crafted with specific attention to construction techniques and accentuated detail, creating truly distinctive clothing for people who respect and celebrate life.
COLLECTION INSPIRATION The Stefania Morland winter 2015 collection has been strongly influenced by lace and the intricacy of its designs. Silhouettes are feminine, with soft luxurious fabrics and lots of hand stitched details. It’s a celebration of the female figure and form, and we design garments that best accentuate the womanly shape. Bridal and evening wear are shown off in a beautiful display of texture and neutral colour, while daywear will be simplified while still using the usual Stefania Morland signature details.
AWARDS/ACCOLADES 2009 – Audi Most Aligned Fashion Brand
STEFANIA MORLAND
LUMIN is a brand exploring and reinterpreting traditional design concepts, and is strongly influenced by eastern culture and design philosophy. Their aim is to create an authentic aesthetic for their luxury ready-to-wear clothing that is true to the local experience, but which is also internationally appealing. Pieces with a timeless appeal and a easy transition between different occasions is the basis of the brand’s identity. Ultimately, LUMIN is inspired by the need for versatility and a desire for style in the modern wardrobe. CLOTHING DNA LUMIN’s design is known for being minimalistic and monochromatic. The Autumn/Winter 2015 collection captures simplicity in form and shape, whilst adding detail through colour and texture. The style is primarily ready-to-wear, with an emphasis on creating true local designer luxury clothing for the local and international market. Colour palettes of deep blood reds are accentuated and contrasted with turquoise, which extended and developed the monochromatic black and white that is the brand’s custom. COLLECTION INSPIRATION The Autumn/Winter 2015 collection is inspired for the most part by traditional types of dress found in East Asian cultures like Japan and China, where it is considered to be sophisticated and beautiful to have less revealing clothing. With this we have translated monastic themes and undertone into the collection, combined with ideas of uniformity and a strong sense of structure and community – as embodied by our patterns and cuts.
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Tart is a Cape Town based ladies’ wear brand established in 2001 by designer, Cari Stephenson. Tart clothing strives to be the label of choice for women who lead active, enquiring lives and are looking for simple, fuss-free pieces to slip on and go. With the energetic spirit of the brand always at the forefront of our design, Tart pieces transcend seasonal barriers and provide comfort while never compromising on style. Although the brand is always current, it is not trend driven and each piece has the potential to become a wardrobe staple. Tart aims to be commercially accessible, with quality, style and affordability as key factors in garment production. Tart is proudly South African and all items are produced locally – both in-house and through CMT. CLOTHING DNA Although Tart has its roots in the tee-shirt, the brand has evolved to include all aspects of leisure wear. Simple silhouettes and cleanly cut, soft jersey knits are the cornerstone of each range. Dresses are a staple of the Tart look, with fit, ease and wearability at the heart of each design. Tart dresses incorporate inner support and linings so that the wearer feels as good as she looks. Tart clothing fuses a sport lux approach with signature in-house-designed prints to create collections that stand out from the crowd. COLLECTION INSPIRATION With a nod to the 70s, this season the Tart woman is feeling empowered, emboldened and very sensual. This collection is based on women’s many character roles and “alter egos”, real and imagined, which all fit together to form each individual woman. The print is bolder than ever and the colours used – red, purple, black and gold – are associated with passion, opulence, sophistication and luxury. Amid varied silhouettes incorporating draping, fluidity, volume and tailoring, Tart has played with diverse textiles including chiffon, leather, suede, silk, jersey knits, 100% wool suiting, velvet and chain mail. And the hand knotted fringing from winter ‘14 is back with a bang this year! AWARDS/ACCOLADES 2012: Solange Knowles chooses to wear Tart on the cover of Elle Magazine SA (November)
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The brand is notorious for a loyal clientele that are purveyors of couture. Couture remains his passion and the atelier is famed for producing garments for discerning clients around themworld. The success of the brand has been built on a consistent standard of workmanship and creative excellence.
Every garment is made in house and only special pieces such as leather items are made out of the atelier. Largely inspired by music, theatre, literature and travel the collections are always a reflection of his experiences.
He designs and produces two eponymous couture collections, two transitional collections and two ready to wear collections a year. Most of the collections are sold to his existing client base before they even have the chance of being offered to others.
The brand is renowned for collaborating with creative industries to create innovative elements for their collections. The atelier has launched a new collection ‘Prêt À Vivre’ which is geared for export to selected stockists around the world and includes an interior range and amenities for home.
The brand is known for sourcing fabrics ethically and supporting vulnerable communities. Gavin uses the profile and visibility of the brand to create awareness for child right’s issues and UNICEF. Gavin Rajah remains passionate about training and assisting young talent and continues to use his atelier to impart knowledge to young designers.
The brand continues to evolve and adapt in it’s quest to remain one of the foremost luxury brands that comes out of Africa. COLLECTION INSPIRATION Memories of bygone summers, romances that were, the free-spirited lifestyle of the 1970’s and the music of Claudine Longet inspire this resort collection. This season we preface the collection with key swimwear pieces that the brand has become famous for.
Again the fluidity and Bond-like quality of the swimwear in the 70’s come to the fore. The collection is built on separates in soft fluid fabrication, cobweb filet cotton laces, Swiss broderie anglaise, dreamy floral prints, lush tulles, brocades and luxurious tweeds to ward of evening draughts. Chic, independent women with a quiet sexiness infuse the collection.
Pin tucks, folds, faggotting and pleats play a huge part in this collection with exceptionally intricate garment construction. Washed out colours echo the poignancy of memories reflected in old photographs together, with romantic florals that evoke the scents of summer bouquets juxtaposed with retro-geometric prints and metallics on swimwear. This collection once again is for the Rajah client – bold, assertive, ultra-feminine and very discerning.
AWARDS/ACCOLADES Gavin started and funded Cape Town Fashion Week, Durban Fashion Week and the Cape Town Flower Show.Invited by the Federation Française de la Couture to show in Paris in July 2006, which was a first for South Africa.
Listed in Vogue Italia, January 2013 edition, as one of 30 designers to watch around the worldConceptualised and initiated POSI+IVE for Sun International, the largest Pan African collaboration of art, fashion and music. Collaborating with Seal and John Legend amongst others to raise money for HIV/AIDS causes. Appointed by the United Nations as a UNICEF Ambassador for the work he has done to uplift the lives of vulnerable communities in South Africa, joining the ranks of Roger Federer, Shakira, Ricky Martin and Angelique Kidjo in working for children’s causes. Listed in FinWeek as one of the top 40 most influential leaders in the South Africa.
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RUALD RHEEDER - 6 MARCH FRIDAY - 19,00
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To create fashion that is of world-class quality and aesthetic whilst continuously pushing fashion boundaries and growing his local market share and becoming the top menswear brand in South-Africa.
Clothing DNA
Ruald Rheeder is inspired by people from all walks of life and drawns design inspiration from various shapes, textures and colour – particularly in architecture. His design aesthetic focuses on fit, form and design – resulting in an effortless and wearable line that exudes style, sophistication and, most importantly, confidence.
Collection Inspiration
The Autumn/Winter 2015 collection is entitled 50 Shades of Grey. This collection takes us on a journey to find the perfect gentlemen. It is a look into luxury formal wear with a play on fit and form – silhouettes are clean and fitted, juxtaposed with the volume and drape of the garments which are more experimental. The color palette is in hues of grey and the collection includes new and exciting use of textiles. It also introduces new key pieces for every man’s wardrobe, taking us back to the days of power dressing and paying homage to the man who dresses for success.
Awards / Accolades
2011/12 – Best New Designer YDE
2012/13 – Most Consistently Excellent performing designer YDE
2013 – South Africa Representative Kenya Fashion Week
2013 – South Africa Representative Mozambique Fashion Week
2014 – Guest Judge – Next Top Model Sweden
2014 – Opulent Living / Mercedes – Benz Top 10 Most Influential Designers
2014 – South Africa Representative Hub of Africa Ethiopia Fashion Week
2014 – Most Growth/Improvement year-on-year Award (Young Designers Awards)
2014 – Most Consistently Excellent performing Designer (Young Designers Awards)
2014 – Most Innovative Design Contribution Award (Young Designers Awards)
The brand aims to establish itself as a prestigious local menswear brand with a reputation for close attention to detail. Hand crafted on site by our dedicated team of tailors, we merge traditional tailoring methods with strong symmetrical cuts and modern designs. Functionality, quality and individuality are the brand’s core values.
Clothing DNA
Fusing our traditional tailoring and leather craftsmanship, the brand’ss distinctive cuts and attention to detail, contrasted with the natural and soft textures of high quality leather and wools, culminates in our signature monochromatic look.
Collection Inspiration
Delving deeper into the brand’s identity, and following our Spring Summer 2015 collection “Be August”, which means to be majestic, dignified and revered, we once again focus on the key word ‘grandeur’ for this collection. For the Autumn/ Winter 2015 collection we will focus on visually translating the finery and power of style and appearance, whilst adhering to the brand’s core value – functionality – which will guide the construction of the collection.
AUGUSTINE
To design and manufacture a clothing line that is the embodiment of classic elegant luxury, designed to appeal to women’s sense of worth and timeless style. We create sophisticated tailored designs, using quality materials, applying the highest standard of integrity in our workmanship.
Our philosophy at Grapevine is to create more than clothing, but to transform the perception of those wearing our clothing and inspire assertiveness in them.
CLOTHING DNA
Timeless, elegant and feminine. Grapevine clothing is more about style and effortless grace than fashion, and aims to speak to the deep underlying honest strength and confidence every woman has. We like to emphasise a “to have and to hold” quality in our garments – pieces which reflect a timeless and distinct style, and signify that even as we move forward we carry a little bit of who we were forward with us. Our silhouettes are designed to flatter the female form and emphasises all that makes a woman unique – the soft lines of her curves and her delicate yet sure touch on life.
Collection Inspiration
With the colours and prints this season it’s the clash of the positive and negative, the story of “half empty or half full”. The inspiration behind the range is the current state of our society: On one side we are making progress while on the other side there is still so many negative societal problems pulling us back. The Grapevine woman will be dressed with confidence representing hope, whilst in full consciousness of the dualistic negative-positive state of modern life.
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LEIGH SCHUBERT - 6 MARCH FRIDAY - 20,15
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Leigh Schubert creates sophisticated ladies wear with a twist. Clean lines, texture created by pleats, ruffles or appliqués, and combinations of soft and hard whether in fabrication or treatment.
CLOTHING DNA The Schubert signature style is accessible, classic and always interesting.
COLLECTION INSPIRATION The Leigh Schubert 2014 MBFW Joburg collection plays with solid lines, unusual angles, tone on tone colours and sheer volume. Another example of this signature juxtaposed style – this collection will show wearable feminine style that packs a bold punch. AWARDS/ACCOLADES 2012 - Designed the opening ceremony kit for South African atheletes participating at the 2012 London Olympics and Paralympics2010 - She was hand selected as one of 10 designers to show at a once-off installation show alongside designers such as Akira Isogowa in Sydney. 2009 - The only South African designer to have shown at Rosemount Australian Fashion Week.
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AFI NEXT GEN - 6 MARCH FRIDAY - 21,45
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Currently AKEDO is designing and locally manufacturing womenswear and menswear, with future plans to start manufacturing childrenswear. AKEDO is not just about the clothing label – it becomes a lifestyle. The AKEDO marketing strategy is to engage it’s consumers in a way which promotes repeated loyal customers.
CLOTHING DNA
The AKEDO brand officially launched in January 2014. The brand aims to create an aesthetic which merges sophistication with “weirder” or “stranger” design than what is usually considered ‘African’ design. Rather than designing the typical ethnocentric African design, the AKEDO brand interprets the continent in a way true to the brand instead of a way expected for an African brand. Interpreting Africa for what it is, rather than what it is imagined to be or expected to be.
Collection Inspiration
The main inspiration for the AW15 collection was to focus on true African traditions such as beading and painting and interpret those traditions into a collection which is contemporary and speaks for the rainbow nation of cultures within South Africa, as opposed to representing an ethnocentric view of the country. Using a vivid colour palette contrasted with simplistic tailored silhouettes, the collection speaks for both the country while still incorporating the AKEDO aesthetic.
Awards / Accolades
2013 - Africa Fashion International Fastrack Winner
2013 - African Fashion International Fastrack Designer of the Year
AKEDO
LAND is a South African based label with a focus on a behind-the-scenes aesthetic. We focus on sportswear-inspired cuts in comfortable fabrics and styling that allows you to work comfortably and stylishly. LAND currently occupies the space between pure minimalism and highly detailed embellishment. Working with the tension between the two, LAND aims to produce pieces that offer function and well-crafted form.
Clothing DNA
LAND is a product of two opposing ideas: The simple aesthetic of a clean, minimal surface which accentuates the beauty, comfort and functionality of simplicity; and the obsessive detail found in embellished surfaces, often due to traditional beading and weaving, which absorbs and fascinates the viewer. This contrast is explored through athletic/ work-wear inspired pieces that reflect ease and comfort.
Collection Inspiration
The LAND Autumn/Winter15 collection is called ‘The Seduction of Impermanence’. It has been inspired by the narrative ‘”Clothes in which to ponder meaninglessness, which is a A 10 act play in which the protagonist experiences the profound sensation that nothing matters”. The collection takes its secondary inspiration from the colours and textures found in nature because that’s where we imagine the protagonist to do most of her wandering/ wondering.
Awards / Accolades
2014 - Selected to showcase at the launch of Akedo Online2012 - Selected as one of two young designers to showcase at Mercedes Benz Africa Fashion Week in the Nivea Exclusive Black & White Fashion Experience2011 - Selected as one of the top two designers at AFI’s first Fast Track show for Joburg Fashion Week2010 - Won Best Third Year Range at the LISOF graduate show2008 - Winner of the Five Roses Accessory Design Competition in association with South African Fashion Week
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Clothing DNA
OATH’s design aesthetic is very youthful with visually textured prints on clean silhouettes. As a result of the influence of pop culture and contemporary sportswear, a versatile and fashion-forward DNA is achieved. Minimalism is an important element on our “inspiration board”, which focuses on carefully curated details, shapes, colour palettes and exceptional craftsmanship. There is always a balance of ease and ultra-chic sensibilities, while texture plays an important role in creating and executing unique structures and concepts.
Collection Inspiration
The inspiration for our this womenswear collection is the movie Clueless, but in our version she doesn’t find love. It’s our version of 90’s prep-school-meets-secretary attire.
Awards / Accolades
2013 – LISOF: Best Ready-to-Wear Collection
2013 – LISOF: Best Fashion Media Student
2014 - AFI Fastrack 1 of 4 Winners at MBFWJoburg 2014
2014 – African Fashion Awards 2014: Young Designer of the Year
RICH MNISI
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DAVID TLALE - 7 MARCH SATURDAY - 13,00
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Clothing DNA
The silhouettes: David Tlale’s Fall 2015 collection uses simple, clean lines and structured patterns with the aims to simply try and restore order in the world. Textures: silk brocades, leather, Chantilly lace and wools. The play on texture combines both soft and hard, which is an interpretation of the way Tlale views human emotions under these awry circumstances.
Collection Inspiration
“The world is crying out for help and attention. All the grief and inner turmoil that has been bubbling under is now erupting and people are lashing out. Looking at the current disasters in Nigeria, Malaysia, the US and France. It is a calamity everywhere. The world needs hope again,” says Tlale.
In these times of turmoil, where the world seems to be ruled by fire, David Tlale looks to world disasters for inspiration. The Fall 2015 Collection draws inspiration from the volcanic aftermath. The bubbling lava, spewing eruptions, and colliding rivers of fire symbolize the current world climate, where senseless bombings and killing of the innocent seems to be the news we consume.
Tlale has employed the use of digital prints to depict the deadly aftermath of these eruptions, which are juxtaposed against the use of delicate silk and lace fabrics to illustrate the delicate human emotion often experienced after these ordeals.
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AFI FAST TRACK - 7 MARCH SATURDAY - 14,30
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Clothing DNA
SCALO is known for their modern, sophisticated and futuristic designs. This collection is no different, as it is fresh and innovative with light, soft fabrics and colors which were used to illustrate a feeling of power, happiness and self confidence to the modern woman and man. This collection takes a step towards SCALO’s long-term aspiration to revolutionize shapes and forms of clothing.
Collection Inspiration
The Autumn/Winter 2015 collection is entitled 50 Shades of Grey. This collection takes us on a journey to find the perfect gentlemen. It is a look into luxury formal wear with a play on fit and form – silhouettes are clean and fitted, juxtaposed with the volume and drape of the garments which are more experimental. The color palette is in hues of grey and the collection includes new and exciting use of textiles. It also introduces new key pieces for every man’s wardrobe, taking us back to the days of power dressing and paying homage to the man who dresses for success.
SCALO
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SAMANTHA CONSTABLE - 7 MARCH SATURDAY - 16,00
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Samantha Constable is a proudly South African contemporary, womenswear label. The brand explores conceptual, contrasting elements within the academics of fashion. Samantha Constable aims to create interesting, quality garments which inspire the wearer’s freedom of expression. “We are a little bit street, a little bit sport, a little bit luxe” says Samantha Constable.Create unique and edgy garments which are easy-to-wear, the focus at Samantha Constable is always comfort, confidence and effortless style.
Clothing DNA
Contrasting colours, textures and shapes are juxtaposed to create interesting, wearable clothing with a unique edge. We are inspired by architecture and geometry, which inspire refined, minimal lines and clean-cut shapes. High-quality fabrics and finishes give the brand a luxury feel, whilst still being young, quirky, and edgy. Our motto is: Buy less, choose wisely, buy local.
Collection Inspiration
“This collection was born as a reaction to the hatred, violence and terror. With terrorist attacks in Paris, Nigeria and Syria, to name a few, and the xenophobic outbreaks closer to home, we began thinking how immune we have become to loss of life. Another headline, another day. Nowadays a roll of the dice can dictate ones’ fortune. Lives become like pawns in a child’s game. Innocence lost. People are brazenly killed because of their religion, beliefs, origin or even their luckless location. It goes beyond race and creed to the point where Africans kill fellow Africans.
We sit back in our cushioned lives and watch thle chaos unfold. We are all terrorists.” – Samantha Constable.
Awards / Accolades
2011 – Elle New Talent Finalist
SAMANTHA CONSTABLE
Selfi is a ready-to-wear women’s clothing brand based in Cape Town. The brand was created in 2009 by fashion designer Celeste Lee Arendse. Selfi ensembles exude a playful, yet sophisticated and cool elegance that tends to enhance the natural beauty of any women. Attention is paid to the manipulation of form, print and colour which are all used to create ready-to-wear pieces that ensure comfort and style.
Clothing DNASelfi Autumn/ Winter 2015 has a strong digital-print focus and is specifically inspired by 20th century russian artists, like Kazimir Malevich, for colour inspiration and shapes which are birthed from the ‘Suprematism’ art movement. Baby pink, royal blue and red embossed on fine lined blocked prints make up our colour palette, while floating hands and abstract images of the ‘self’ have inspired the shapes used. Style details include boxy shaped crop tops with over the knee pencil and flare skirts, polo neck jumpers, and baseball tailored jackets. Hemlines are over the knee, taking us back to a sporty 40s and 90s feel. Collection InspirationFor the Selfi 2015 Autumn/Winter Collection, aspects of the ‘Self’ were explored and dissected by looking at the current age of the ‘self’ vs. the age of modern technology, and how these two have merged over time. The floating hands, found in our prints, are symbolic of hands that create, as technological advances have made the practical use of our hands less necessary. Another big inspiration was the idea that human beings are energy manifested in a solid body, and this energy makes us abstract and multifaceted – almost transcendental. Aspects of the “feminine” and “masculine” parts of the ‘Self’ were also explored, as well as the ways in which they merge and become one whole. For example, women dressed in traditionally male clothing and men wearing traditionally female attire demonstrate the ambiguity of the gender divide. All of these ideas have culminated in a collection that has ‘sport luxe’ and ‘androgyny’ as its major themes. Awards / Accolades 2014 - Young Entrepreneur competition winner in connection with South Africa and the British Council - Winners won a trip to London and were given access to fashion industry related events: London Fashion Week, showrooms, designer studio visits, museums, and attended workshops and design related talks.
SELFI
Shana is collaboration between Shana Morland and Robbi Gorelick, which started in 2011. The label is based on quality as well as producing garments that are trendy whilst retain a classic element. Our range can be found at Cloth and Steel in Kloof Street, Cape Town.
All garments are made locally with an emphasis on good construction techniques and design, resulting in great timeless pieces. The fabrics are sourced both locally and internationally, and every step is taken to ensure they are as natural as possible.
Fabric is extremely important to us and it is this feature that gives the label a superior quality.
All prints are either hand printed or screen-printed, with the highest-grade quality, ensuring that the prints are long-lasting and can withstand harsh treatment.
Collection Inspiration
Winter 2015 celebrates street wear, where one’s individuality is expressed through the choice of style and colour one wears. Textures are strong, with ‘luxurious’ fabrics combined with ‘daywear’ fabrics to create strong and confident outfits.
Awards / Accolades
2015 – Third show at AFI Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
SHANA
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NN VINTAGE - 7 MARCH SATURDAY - 18,45
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SUZAAB HEYNS - 7 MARCH SATURDAY - 19,30
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Suzaan Heyns is a South African fashion designer who launched her eponymous luxury label in 2008. The brand’s aesthetic centres on a combination of artistry, the unique, and the unexpected. The allure of art is evident in each garment, as Suzaan captures her fascination with life and transforms it into seasonally inspired collections. | Suzaan has created an ever-changing installation space in her flagship store at Melrose Arch. The store not only showcases the artistry behind the clothes, but is also where art and fashion meet through various mediums. | The Suzaan Heyns label promotes a lifestyle and vision with the foundation being the combination of artisanal craftsmanship, a constant journey for the unique, and a touch of the bizarre.
Clothing DNA
The allure of art is evident in every garment as Suzaan captures her experiences and fascination with life, as she deconstructs and skilfully reworks these garments into sculpted, yet wearable, pieces of art.
Collection Inspiration
“Will many gifted beauty come, bowing to your bold rule of thumb" - Inspired by Robert Graves’ poem Down, Wanton Down! - Suzaan Heyns explores tragic opulence through the indulgent use of luxurious fabrication in a contradictory collection.
Awards / Accolades
2009 - Most creative range at the African Fashion Awards 2010 - Featured in the British publication titled “New African Fashion” by Helen Jennings2011 - Decorated as an international fashion ambassador in the USA by Melange Productions 2011- Featured in the international publication titled “Fast Forward: Fashion” along with Vivienne Westwood and Clive Rundle 2011 - Nominated for Best Costume Design at the Naledi Awards | 2011 - Glamour Magazine Woman of the Year: Style Star 2012 - Honoured as “Most Beautiful Object in South Africa” by Design Indaba 2012 - Selected to showcase in Ireland at The Volvo Ocean Race International Style Collective 2012 - Chosen to represent South Africa at the London Olympics Ekhaya Village Showcase by the Department of Arts and Culture 2012 - Elected as one of the Mail & Guardian Top 200 Young South Africans2012 - Invited to showcase at the first Annual Namibia Fashion Show 2012 2012 - Awarded the title of Most Stylish Designer at the 16th Annual South African Style Awards 2013 - Winner of the 16th Annual Business Day BASA Innovation Award 2013 - Selected by The Walt Disney Company as the first African designer to take part in the international “Inspired By Minnie” campaign 2014 - Profiled in the City Press ‘100 World Class South Africans’ supplement 2014 - Chosen by Frances Goodman to collaborate on The Goodman Gallery exhibition ‘Nail Her’
SUZAAN HEYNS
The Fabiani brand remains true to its legacy of sophisticated menswear, immersed in tailoring with formal handwriting details. Fabiani’s current vision is to be the “go-to” menswear retailer in South Africa for the style-conscious consumer, offering a diverse variety of menswear to the South African market. Fabiani is currently a private-label, branded menswear retailer with a fifteen-store network in most major cities in South Africa, with growth potential to all regional shopping malls in the country.
CLOTHING DNA
Fabiani offers a complete, trend-focussed menswear collection, inspired by true Italian styling of high quality and premium workmanship. The range is packed with signature “pops”, shining through in magenta throughout the range of garments, which magnifies the signature Fabiani flair. A thoughtful collection of traditional menswear silhouettes – ranging from tuxedos to business and fashion suits – is on offer in addition to more toned-down refined pants and sports shirts. These are all enhanced by many varieties of casual tops, classic footwear, accessories, ties and many other complimentary items for the dapper man.
FABIANI
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LOCATION
FASHION WEEK JOBURG - 30Melrose Blvd, Melrose Arch, Johannesburg, 2196
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Melrose Arch’s new urban design creates a rare quality of in and out-doors residential, commercial, retail and leisure spaces. Bustling with boutique browsers and café culture, Melrose Arch offers a truly international high street fashion experience, alfresco style, leading to the sparkling retail galleria that provides the stage on which over 100 of the country’s top retailers re-define the face and future of shopping.
Savour the unique tastes of twenty restaurants and coffee shops on the Square, Piazza and street-sides. Live, work, play, shop or stay, you’ll enjoy Melrose Arch’s people-friendly meeting places, amazing buildings and curved streets and a vibrant atmosphere that is simply out of this world! Discover why Melrose Arch has been voted the place to see and be seen for 8 consecutive years by the Leisure Options Best of Johannesburg Readers’ Choice Awards.
Address
No 30, Melrose Boulevard
Parking Entrance 3
Melrose Arch
Melrose Arch Call Centre
Tel: 011 684 0099
All Designer involved in the Fashion week in Joburg in March 2015.
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All Designer involved in the Fashion week in Joburg in March 2015.
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AKEDO
FABIANI
GRAPEVINE
GAVIN RAJAH
KHOSI
LEIGH SCHUBERT
LUMIN
DAVID TLALE
FABIANI
L.A.N.D.
MARIANNE FASSLER
NN VINTAGE
RUALD RHEEDER
RICH MNISI
SAMANTHA CONSTABLE
SCALO
SELFI
SHANA
STEFANIA MORLAND
SUZAAN HEYNS
TART
TSOTETSI
RUALD RHEEDER
RICH MNISI
SAMANTHA CONSTABLE
SCALO
SELFI
SHANA
STEFANIA MORLAND
SUZAAN HEYNS
TART
TSOTETSI
