Designers showcase their talent at SA Fashion week opening party

The highly anticipated SA Fashion Week SS24 kicks off on Thursday. And the three-day premier event showcases the best of South African fashion.

Attendees will get to experience the latest trends and collections from a line-up of top local designers. On Wednesday evening the Cruz Vodka opening party took place at Langhams Lifestyle Estate in Johannesburg. 

Local fashion designers Hangwani Nengovhela, Ephraim Molingoana, Sello Medupe, Craig Jacobs, Msukizi Mbane and Lele Dhlamini graced the event. They showcased their talent in their own attire and also dressed many of the red carpet guests on the night.


Floral theme

Themed around the vibrant energy of New York with a delicate touch of floral, the party was attended by the best in the entertainment space. Also those with the passion and eye for fashion.

As guests got to enjoy, mingle and dance the night away, they were treated to handcrafted signature Cruz cocktails. They were also entertained by DJ duo TXC, hip hop megastar Maglera Doe Boy alongside DJs TenOceans, Rarri and Tyler ICU.

Stylist Phupho Gumede got the theme spot-on as he bloomed in a stunning flower-inspired outfit made by designer Zamaswazi Nkosi.

Celebrities in attendance 

Celebrities in attendance included Angela Sithole, Gigi La Mayne, Kim Jayde, Penny Lebyane and Natasha Thahane. Kayise Ngqula, Yaya Mavundla, Rosette Ncwana, Khosi Twala,  Money Badoo were also in attendance. Farai Samurai, Vafa Naraghi and Lord Kez brought their innovative style and charisma to the red carpet.

Love was in the air with couples Kay Sibiya and Judie Kama, Lula Odiba and partner King Asshley as well as the Kgosinkwes Theo and Vourne.

The SA Fashion Week runway shows kick off from Thursday April 18 until Saturday April 20 2024. It will be three days of incredible South African fashion being showcased to an eager South African audience. Fashion enthusiasts from around the world will also get to experience the show at the Mall of Africa.


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