Durban Fashion Fair 2015 – Kathrin Kidger

Kathrin Kidger is an award winning women’s wear designer. Her Spring/Summer 2015 collection, which she showcased at Durban Fashion Fair, is titled ‘white mischief’. The collection is inspired to counteract the heat of Africa and create visions of coolness.

For Spring/Summer 2015 Kathrin Kidger combined white anglais, slinky power mesh, chiffon and lace to create a diverse mix of texturized designs in order to depict the African continent.

Her collection has a sports lux feel and is cool and sophisticated at the same time.

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Haute Cuisine Meets Haute Couture at the Cargo Hold

uShaka Marine World’s Cargo Hold restaurant is sailing in the wake of restaurants and cafés in fashion capitals across Europe and not just pairing fine dining with fine wines but also fine fashion.

On Friday, September 25, the Cargo Hold on the Promenade, in collaboration with the KZN Fashion Council, Boschendal and Verve Water will serve up a feast of fashion from exciting Durban designers.

Between each course, collections from big names who have recently showcased at Africa Fashion Week London, SA Men’s Fashion Week and Durban Fashion Fair as well as exciting emerging talents such as Freddy Fashion Design, Hombre, Rooi Rok Bokkie, Zarth, Arabella couture and Mike Narainsamy will be showcased.

The culinary menu is just as spectacular. For starters, enjoy Langoustine and Salmon - Butter poached langoustine, salmon, lemon oil, spring onion chiffonade, mango cloud and pea puree then for the main, Beef Fillet Mignon – Balsamic poached pear, creamy gorgonzola, fondant potato and béarnaise sauce, finished off with a sweet treat, that of Chocolate, Caramel and Coffee Dessert – Coffee and chocolate soil, toffee almond crumb, caramel coconut mousse and espresso ice cream.

The breath taking stern of the Phantom Ship at uShaka Marine World is an unforgettable setting to present both designer clothing and present the finest of food. It is undoubtedly one of Durban's most spectacular culinary locations and recently enjoyed an exciting make over with the addition of new sea creatures to the fascinating marine showcases that give the restaurant its special ambience.

Join the Cargo Hold for a wonderful evening of wining, dining and glamour. Tickets cost R285 per person.

For more information, or to make a booking, contact the Cargo Hold on 031 328 8065/8066 or visit www.ushakamarineworld.co.za

Inside Look: Kanye West Yeezy Season 2 at New York Fashion Week 2015

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Kanye West returned to New York Fashion Week on Wednesday, 16 September 2015, where he showcased his second collection.

Kylie Jenner and Bella Hadid were seen on the runway, where Kanye showcased mostly outwear pieces and oversized sweaters. He also unveiled new colorways of the Yeezy 350, 750 and the 950.

Quite a few celebrities and well-known people attended the show, including his wife (Kim Kardashian-West), daughter (North West), Pusha T, Common, Tyga, Riccardo Tisci, André Leon Talley, Anna Wintour, and Drake. 

Peep a few backstage shots below:

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Introducing the PUMA x Limited Edt Blaze of Glory SG50 – A Tribute to Singapore’s 50th year of Independence

PUMA joined forces with Singapore’s leading sneaker boutique, Limited Edt to celebrate the country’s 50^th year of independence. Drawing reference from Singapore’s iconic Merlion – a mythical creature with a fish body and lion’s head - the PUMA X Limited Edt Blaze of Glory SG50 is re-interpreted with unique details that reflect traits of the national symbol.

The sneaker has premium materials and contrasting textures that mimic the features of the mythical Merlion. Inspired by its mane, silver grey pony hair are incorporated in the toecap, while 3D printed fishscales on 3M reflective material represent the creature’s body on the main bulk of the upper design, and a speckled transcluscent rubber outsole symbolizes the water where it stands.

Paying further homage to Singapore’s heritage and national flag, the shoe also features red and white shoe laces and heel tabs, as well as custom insoles that tell the story of how Singapore became known as the lion city. A limited run of 215 collector edition boxes are in store for the early heads.

Gabriel Yap, Head of Marketing at PUMA Southeast Asia says: “Since launching in 2003, Limited Edt has established itself as the go-to sneaker boutique for Singapore’s sneaker culture community. We’re really excited to team up for a first-ever collaboration in time to celebrate the nation’s 50^th birthday.”

Limited Edt founder Mandeep Chopra says: “We are extremely excited to work on our first PUMA collaboration and with this being such a significant year in the history of Singapore, we felt it fitting to take inspiration from one of our nation’s most beloved symbols. Equally exciting is this is the first instalment of a 3-part collaboration project with PUMA.”

The PUMA x Limited EDT Blaze of Glory SG5 will be available from Today, 17 September 2015, at X-Trend and Shelflife for R2 799.

Durban Fashion Fair 2015: Terrence Bray

Terrence Bray is an award-winning designer whom, specializes in ready-to-wear, couture, bridal, occasion wear and menswear. He is currently in Italy with the Durban Fashion Fair Mentees, as he is their mentor.

For Durban Fashion Fair 2015, the Terrence Bray collection was inspired by pollen, his allergies and the beauty of flowers throughout the stages of their lifecycle. The accent colour is a dirty Chartreuse (which is a ‘pollen’ colour) and then washed down water colour prints on a variety of fabrics (mostly cotton blends).

Terrence Bray is available at various stores, including Egalty, Calyx and Imbizo Gallery to name a few.

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