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ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week: Day 4 Recap

The final day featured only one designer, Kluk CGDT likely because Malcolm Kluk and Christiaan Gabriel Du Toit, who are the creatives forces behind Kluk, used the runway to show Pret-a-Porter, bridal, and couture. They produce six collections a year and currently outfit most of South Africa’s celebrities and politicians. Kluk has participated in Fashion Weeks around the globe including Singapore, New York and India. The dresses were everything that is feminine, flowing, strong, bold, and elegant. Self-described, their brand

2009/08/24

ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week: Day 3 Recap

The shows Saturday evening started around 6pm and the house was packed- everyone came out to see Gavin Rajah at the BMW Showroom and along with Fabiani, ran away with creations that could appeal to even the most discriminating eye! Day 3 shows included: Carducci Women: Francois Rall is currently responsible for the collection at Carducci and his focus has been on embodying hte heritage of modern South Africa. Carducci showed quite a bit of black, denim and lighter

2009/08/24

ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week: Day 2 Recap

[singlepic id=172 w=320 h=240 float=center] It was Friday so, needless to say, the crowds were out and the designers did not disappoint! Day 2 shows included: Suzann Heyns and David Tlale for Luella: Suzann is a LISOF-trained and Elle Magazine bred fashionista. Her collection emphasized tailored garments and slightly avant garde designs made from quality fabrics. David Tlale launched his brand over five years ago and since has shown at Paris Fashion Week and New York Fashion Week! His past

2009/08/24

ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week: Day 1 Recap

[singlepic id=80 w=320 h=240 float=center] I loved it! The Cape Town Fashion Week is unlike many others in that it’s open to the public who can purchase tickets! Day 1 started off about 3 hours behind schedule due to some set issues however, once started, it was full of surprises and stellar shows by relative newcomers to the fashion industry with Michelle Ludek being the highlight for me! Day 1 consisted of shows from the following: The Graduate Show: Featuring

2009/08/23

Nabeela Abrahams at Cape Town Fashion Week

Nabeela aka Lady Noble hit the runways at the Cape Town Fashion Week as part of The Graduate Show! There were over 25 students showing their creations and while we saw quite a bit of sequins and glitter, and a few outfits that could have used a few more finishing touches, Nabeela Abrahams‘ outfits were nicely done in her gold/purple color theme. ARISE Cape Town Fashion Week : The Graduate Show – Nabeela Abrahams from Johnica Reed on Vimeo. Also

2009/08/21

Cape Town Fashion Week – Day 1

The Cape Town Fashion Week was scheduled to start at 1 pm local time with The Graduate Show however, due to a few technical difficulties, the show start time is now 3 pm local! Stay tuned….

2009/08/20

Cape Town…Hometown

Every time I am in Cape Town, I am reminded of how much I love this city…I fall in love more each time! Today, Johnica and I have been graced with the opportunity to hang with native Capetonians Mastura and her daughter, designer Nabeela Abrahams who will be in tomorrow’s show, The Graduate Show. For Nabeela’s show, her color palette is purple and gold using chiffon, chenille and silk satins. Her pieces are ready-to-wear with an evening dress, a jumpsuit

2009/08/19

Cape Town Fashion Week

All this week, Blueprint for Style will be providing updates from theArise Cape Town Fashion Week in Cape Town, South Africa! The shows officially kick-off August 20, 2009 and run through August 22, 2009 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. Stay tuned for updates, store reviews, designer features, and photos from the shows and events!

2009/08/18

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