All You Need To Know About Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24

All You Need To Know About Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24

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AFI brings you Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24 on 30 November 2024!

This is a full day of fashion, featuring everything from emerging designers to the legendary icons of African fashion. A true fashion feast awaits you.

You'll experience a unique blend of fashion, food, art, music, and entertainment – an all in one spectacular showcase featuring the African continent’s finest designers.

Join AFI as we usher in Spring/Summer 2024 with Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24 with a celebration of Fashion, Art, Music and Entertainment.

Secure your tickets now!

And it’s all happening at the iconic Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racecourse, a venue renowned for fashion, festivities, and fun. Enjoy live entertainment, luxurious food trucks, and exclusive access to all the excitement of the day.

With over 17 years of curating unforgettable fashion events, AFI is pulling out all the stops this year.

You will witness the continent’s most talented designers as they unveil their latest collections.

From runway shows that demand attention to curated presentations showcasing intricate details, prepare to be inspired.

As the countdown continues, here's a taste of what to expect at Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24:

The AFI Industry Masterclass

For over a decade, the AFI Masterclass has stood as one of the most influential platforms for fashion professionals and enthusiasts alike. Each year, the AFI Masterclass brings together some of the brightest minds in the industry, creating a space for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and innovation.

Curated for designers, fashion design students, industry insiders, and business leaders, this year’s edition will delve into the most pressing topics in the world of fashion.

Attendees will gain invaluable insights into emerging trends, sustainable practices, digital innovation, and how the global landscape continues to evolve in response to these changes.

The AFI Industry Masterclass will be hosted at the Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racecourse on Friday, 29 November 2024. Tickets are now available for purchase. Click here to purchase

A Pan-African Fashion Showcase

Witness the continent's most talented designers as they unveil their latest collections. From runway shows that command attention to curated presentations that showcase intricate details, prepare to be inspired.

Tickets for the shows are now available. Click here to purchase.

Black Dandyism Is The Cape Town Fashion Week Dress Code

Black Dandyism, a fashion movement where Black individuals use clothing to express individuality, challenge stereotypes, and reclaim dignity. From Les Sapeurs of the Congo and oSwenka of isicathamiya fame to Izikhothane, Black Dandyism has grown into a cultural statement.

With Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24 just days away, AFI proudly announces the event’s dress code: Black Dandyism.

On Saturday, 30 November 2024, at the Hollywood Kenilworth Racecourse, over 25 designers will present their latest collections in a full-day celebration of fashion. A standout moment will be the AFI Fastrack show, featuring looks by past finalists inspired by Black Dandyism’s bold elegance.

The chosen theme aligns with the 2025 Met Gala's focus: Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, set to debut at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute. As a key partner of this global event, AFI underscores Africa’s influence in shaping the fashion world.

Fresh Off The Runway: Spring/Summer 2024 Collections

Be one of the first to own some of the garments that will be showcased at the Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24

Cape Town will be home to the House of Nala Premium Pop-Up, which will boast a curated selection of the best and premium African fashion, at accessible prices. This will allow you to shop for the festive season, your summer holiday and the King's Plate!

A Lifestyle Experience

Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24 is more than just fashion; it's a lifestyle experience. A place where fashion, food, arts, music and entertainment converge with luxury, to create an unforgettable experience. 

AFI is known to curate unforgettable events will take centre stage. Be sure to expect a personalised experience that caters to you, the discerning luxury consumer. 

Be part of Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24, where fashion, culture, and creativity converge for a day of unforgettable experiences. Secure your tickets now and join us for the fashion event of the season!

Tickets are now available for purchase. 

The Showcasing Designers

Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24 is set to highlight an exceptional lineup of African luxury designers, promising a showcase of creativity and innovation.

The event will feature a dynamic mix of debuting talent, celebrated returnees, and emerging designers, reinforcing AFI's position as the premier platform for African fashion.

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Media Accreditation Is Open

Africa Fashion International (AFI) invites media professionals to apply for accreditation for the highly anticipated Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24, taking place on the 29th and 30th of November 2024 at the iconic Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racecourse.

In order to ensure fair and comprehensive coverage of the event, media outlets and journalists are required to provide pre-, during, and post-event coverage to qualify for accreditation.

Please note that backstage access will not be granted to any content teams, and media outlets interested in backstage content must submit a written request to AFI for approval.

Click here to apply

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