What to expect from New York Runway SA

“Recent years have illustrated a shift in trends towards African-inspired design, tones and textures. Together with acclaimed designers from the African continent, international luminaries from the world’s major fashion capitals have spearheaded the integration of Afro-centric design elements,” says New York Runway SA producer Jade Allen from Red Carpet Creative.

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Jacques LaGrange

“With the eye on Africa, an inbound pathway foundation is being laid for global designers to bring their creations to SA and Africa. A magical new arena in which to explore and play” adds Runway Prestige New York director, Rabaab Abdalla.

The show will feature a collective of New York designers fresh off the NYFW runway and lots more. Here’s what to expect.

Local and international designers

Showcasing designers from New York include VanElse by Else Hardjo with accessible attire for the successful businesswoman; Honee for House of Honee presenting extravagant otherworldly futuristic apparel; Rian Fernandez accredited as the Best Designer of the Northern Philippines; Michael Lombard whose approach takes to bold leathers and studded ensembles and elegant evening-wear by Este & Clo.

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Representing the forefront of local fashion is SA’s king of couture who has graced the NYFW runway for the past three years consecutively - Jacques LaGrange along with BeachCult by Joanna Hedley – an AFWL local launching her latest Midnight Safari collection featuring the Prowling Leopard print by Emijl De Kock; ZED Menswear bespoke tailored attire for the discerning modern-day gentleman along with New York fashion week locals Malcolm KLûK and Christiaan Gabriel Du Toit – all showcasing their spring/summer collections.

Jacques LaGrange

Hair and make-up

Guerlain offers guests an added dash of French flair and finesse with an interactive beauty bar. Kush Kolour (Cannabis Sativa-infused nail polishes and treatments) will be hosting a pop-up nail station, set beside the Curl Connection and Black Roots hair bars.

These high-end, wide-range haircare lines are also infused with Cannabis Sativa for revolutionary treatment transformation and results-driven effect. Amidst the exhilarated on-goings, Life Day Spa Canal Walk invites attendees to sit back and unwind in their sensory spa lounge

Too good(y) bag

Goody bag gifting includes a range of organic body products by Gaia Cosmetics; five 100ml products compliments of Curl Connection and Black Roots Hair; oil and varnish from Kush Kolour together with a range of other fantastic perfumes, vouchers and other.

A good cause

A portion of every ticket sold will be donated to the African Wildlife Foundation. The African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) is the leading international conservation organisation focused exclusively on Africa's wildlife and wildlands.

Since its inception in 1961, the organisation has protected endangered species and land, promoted conservation enterprises that benefit local African communities, and trained hundreds of African nationals in conservation – to ensure the survival of Africa's unparalleled wildlife heritage.

Tickets are available here.