The show was about to begin and while everyone was getting seated, My eyes were fixated by the projector screening of these most freaky yet funny Japanese adverts. I and the photog next to me began to wonder as who in their right state of mind would come up with such ads and why were they being screened - then it hit me, perhaps the Stefania Morland S/S15 collection draws influences from Japan and these freaky adverts are to set the mood for show.
#MBFWCT | David Tlale
23 August 2013
Obvz, the Mercedes Benz Cape Town Fashion Week wrapped a couple week back and considering the formidable amount of partying I was serving the eve prior to David Tlale's S/S14 showcase and the lack of sleep thereof, missing the show was somewhat disappointing. To be utterly frank I was never dazzled by David's dramatic offside location choices, however I invariably have great respect to what he offers.
With a primary focus on menswear, David offered an amazing collection that truly celebrates spring/summer season. The well assembled collection was total a winner, featuring finely tailored ready to wear suits in print and ombre-like effect, short shorts in teal and yellow with a pop of shiny gold in some pieces and of course the classic black and white, I can only dream of owning the entire collection.
Images by SDR |
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#MBFWCT | Adriaan Kuiters
12 August 2013
Set at the Iziko National Gallery in Company Gardens, Adriaan Kuiters show created an intimate atmosphere with a London like feel. Amidst all the bold local paintings and given my developing love for all things art, I greatly feared that the S/S13 collection would fade amongst the art pieces, quite contrary, although muted and minimalistic, the clever use of all voluminous embracing sleeves, fabric choices and styling gave the collection a striking definition. Adriaan Kuiters also showcased women's collection for the 1st time, to couple with the menswear, offering a simply light, well constructed collection with a sense harmonious androgyny.
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