So... the first show for my viewing pleasure was non other than David Tlale. Inspired by "Cape Colored" heritage, Tlales showcase was held in the rich historical area of Bo Kaap. One of thee most iconic Cape Heritage sites; well known for its multi colored semi-detached houses and its colored and malay culture. Managing to block of the road in true Tlale dramatics, the runaway was the main street (Rose Str) and the back drop was a breath taking blue sky and table mountain. With the city buzzing and the awkward sound of our own voices the lack of music set an eerie tone to the all white show. Splashes of color were seen in the dip dyed stockings, platform court shoes and hair rollers in the girls hair. Each model started off cloaked in bright fabric before revealing their looks. The show was beautiful and I felt completely in tune with the designs and inspiration since I have deep routes in the Cape Coloured and Malay culture.
I was lucky enough to have the chance to interview David Tlale for our new webshow launching really soon! If you follow me on twitter I'm sure you've seen the "#Threads" hash tag. Threads is all about fashion in South Africa and filming our first few episodes at fashion week with my co-hosts Anelisa Mangcu (Perfectly Tailored) and Nicci St Bruce (Vamp) was so much fun! The three of us attended the final day and worked hard interviewing Designers and Editors about their take on fashion week. Having missed all the big names it was really fun to spend the evening working with the girls and getting some really great content for our show (after a change of outfit of course).
All in all fashion week was more like fashion day for me but David Tlale made it worth my while and so did the Threads team! Below is a peak of my outfit and a great photograph of Anelisa, David Tlale and I.
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|Abaya//Gifted from Jeddah. Shoes//Aldo. Bag//Aldo. Socks//Cotton On|