The Full Designer Line-Up For Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24

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Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24, hosted by Africa Fashion International (AFI) on 30 November 2024 at the Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Racecourse 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.

This season, six  fashion designers will debut at Cape Town Fashion Week, presenting their latest collections. These are:

• Laurence Chauvin-Buthaud of LaurenceAirline (Côte d’Ivoire)
• Hélène Daba Diouf of Sisters of Africa (Senegal)
• Safiétou Seck of Sarayaa (Senegal)
• Sandi Mazibuko of House of FabroSanz (South Africa)
• Julia Buchanan of JULIA (South Africa)
• Bathini Kowane of Bathini Designs (South Africa)

They will join an already impressive roster of established designers, including:

• Alia Baré of Alia Baré (Niger)
• Papy Kaluw of Urban Zulu (Democratic Republic of Congo)
• Londeka Buthelezi-Ndaba of Malondié (South Africa)
• Sello Medupe of SCALO (South Africa)
• Keletso Moraba of K.Moraba & Collective (South Africa)
• Gavin Rajah, the globally celebrated South African designer who also serves as the creative director for the event

Adding to the anticipation, AFI’s in-house brand, AFI Privé, will debut its highly anticipated Spring/Summer 2024/25 signature collection, showcasing the pinnacle of African luxury design.

Two celebrated designers are set to make notable returns to the AFI runway. Craig Jacobs of FUNDUDZI, one of AFI’s pioneering collaborators in 2007, returns after a 14-year hiatus. His latest collection will feature in the grand finale, offering a nostalgic yet evolved representation of his craft. 

Another exciting addition is Craig Port, the Cape Town-based designer who last showcased with AFI in 2018. His return marks a significant moment for Cape Town Fashion Week, adding further depth to the lineup.

AFI remains steadfast in its mission to nurture emerging designers. The event will shine a spotlight on the KZN Collective, a group of rising talents from KwaZulu-Natal. Additionally, the AFI Fastrack Prize 2023 finalists will unveil their finale collections, offering a glimpse into the future of African fashion.

With its curated blend of seasoned icons, fresh talent, and rising stars, Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24 underscores the richness of African fashion. From exciting debuts to nostalgic returns, the event is a celebration of the continent’s boundless creativity and cultural dynamism.

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Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24 is not just a fashion showcase but a testament to AFI’s commitment to driving the African fashion narrative forward.

Tickets for Cape Town Fashion Week: The Edit SS24 are now available.