Day 2 – In today’s special report we look at
the schedule for the #ICONic #MBFWCT coming up Wednesday, 25 July 2012. It’s
set to be one of the most prolific fashion weeks in Cape Town’s history and the
CTICC and other off-site venues are most likely to make fashion headlines
across the globe. From secret reports of black runways to limited viewings and
special 100-seater shows in intimate venues, one cannot afford to miss out on
anything.
Wednesday, 25
July 2012 kicks of with three designers, all Cape Town based. Rosenwerth; Philosphy by Jenni Button and Kluk
CGdT.
Three shows for opening day and they are guaranteed to set a tone for the rest
of the week. These three labels are well known for stitching together ensembles
that every woman professes to die for. Undoubtedly well said, as these three
are quite established in the industry, and with Kluk CGdT coming back from
Paris recently, we’re quite thrilled to see how they will launch fashion week
off.
Thursday, 26 July 2012’s line-up is slightly longer and carries much more weight. Starting
at 17H00 with Durban couture designer, Leigh Schubert, followed by the #ICONic brand, Habits by
Jenny Le Roux, menswear phenomena, Craig
Port;
and of course, the ever luxurious Gavin
Rajah.
Thursday’s players are #ICONs on all sorts of levels. Leigh Schubert has
designed the SA Olympic team’s opening ceremony kit; Habits has for many years
set the trends and tone for women all across SA; Craig Port has time and time
shown how men can evolve their personal styles in underwear and casual to smart
wear without losing their masculinity and of course, Gavin Rajah. Need I say
any more than his name for you to conjure your own visuals of meticulously
designed and tailored eveningwear that could render Cinderella breathless.
Friday, 27 July
2012 is what it is. Starting with the special presentation by @AFI_sa and
@CTFC_za, presenting the emerging designers Black Coal Clothing / Strato /
Selfi / August and Non-European. All brands that are proven their worth and are
showcasing some real raw talent that will take them far. They will be followed
by Michelle Ludek / Ruff Tung at 17H00. 18H00 will see Thula Sindi bring forth
a collection for every modern working woman who knows her sense of elegance and
understands her eveningwear needs. That show will be followed by menswear
designer, Ruald Rheeder. A show I’m crossing fingers and toes I will get to
experience first hand. Closing off the night will be legendary brands, Hip Hop;
Fabiani and Viyella Heritage.
Last day of
fashion week, Saturday, 28 July, will sport a killer line-up of designers making waves in the
industry in their own rights. Opening with David Tlale, who continues to pop
fresh insights into the use of fabrics and cuts for women to accentuate their
best curves, Lalesso will follow, with Tart and Adriaan Kuiters hot on their
heels. Adriaan Kuiters, a gorgeous and niche menswear
brand from Cape Town, will be making their inaugural appearance at Cape Town
Fashion Week, through MBFWCT, and will likely set the theme for this summer’s
men who have a sophisticated sense of travel. Rounding off the evening will be
Spero Villioti, Stefania Morland who happens to be a favourite of mine and
finally, Dax Martin.
I think it’s
quite evident and conclusive that I wish upon a star, shiny and bright in the
darkest of skies, that I could attend all these shows. All these designers
present something magnificent, magical, iconic and hot. Perfect for summer in a
winter’s night.
If you find
yourself in a proposition whereby you can only choose a select few shows to go
to, these are the ones I recommend: Kluk CGdT; Habits; Gavin Rajah; Thula Sindi
/ Ruald Rheeder; Viyella Heritage; David Tlale; Tart / Adriaan Kuiters and Dax
Martin.
All I’m going to
ask is everyone please feedback to me what you thought of the shows you managed
to see. And I will do the same.
Look out for
some behind the scenes interviews coming up later with a select few designers.
We’ll also be conducting some twitterviews too, so stay tuned.
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