What has everyone been up to...?

So here we are, 4 weeks into the second term. We here at DAF cant belive its May already!

Daniel Bradley/Inspiration: Grunge Sub-culture

With the Annual Fashion Show fast approaching; Cape Town Fashion Week and the Graduate Shows; as well as various design competitions around the corner - everyone is busy busy busy!

Anna lane/Inspiration: French Culture/Victorian Era

The 1st years have been working on their first storyboard presentations.

Thandi Pritchard/Inspiration: 1960's Mod Sub-culture

They had to use a foreign or native culture as inspiration for 3 skirt designs.

Second year classroom

The 2nd years have been busy designing their swimwear and sportswear ranges.

Erica Sauzier/1950's/yachting/Varga girls

The theme for the swimwear was 'Traveller'.

Minky Mokapela/Rio De Genaro carnival

The students came up with some truly interesting designs ranging from special occasion to inter-changeable/reversible swim suits.

Grethe Bredenkamp/Thailand

Hannah Lavery/Working Traveller/Reversable Swimwear

The inspiration for their sportswear ranges was the FIFA World Cup as well as incorporating current trends in sportswear.

Hannah Lavery/80's Trend/Inspiration: FIFA stadiums/Active Lifestyle

 They could choose any type of sport and had to pay special attention to fabric choice and construction.

Erica Sauzier/Trend: Knitwear/Inspiration: FIFA trophy cup/Contemporary Ballet

Students used everything from the FIFA stadiums and trophy to the soccer ball as inspiration and designed for every kind of sport -be it tennis; horse riding; cycling and even contemporary ballet.

Grethe Bredenkamp/Trend: streetwear as active wear/Inspiration: Brittish Flag/Soccer team

The ideas were original and all 2nd year students had strong concepts, which flowed effortlessly into the final garments.

Finally the 3rd years have been working on their couture dresses for the end of year fashion show

Charlotte Clark

The theme for this years couture is 'Shallow Seas & Ocean Deep'.

Heike Lauterbach

Students were inspired by the creatures of the ocean; coral; waves and even salt crystals.

Sarah Dreyer

Even though this is one of the most challenging market segments to design for, because of the technicality involved, the girls created some beautiful garments which are sure to stand out at the end of year fashion show.

Kim Sassen

This term its shirts for the 1st years; menswear for the second years and final ranges for the 3rd years...

Watch this space!

Versace Internship!!!

Versace is offering a semester long Internship at their New York offices to the highest bidder.
Donatella donated the Internship to The Art of Elysium, a non-profit organization that encourages working Actors, Artists and Musicians to donate their time and talent to children battling serious medical conditions.

As well as the Internship, the highest bidder will also receive two tickets for the Versace and Christopher Kane show in Milan, a meet and greet with Donatella backstage and signed Versace merchandise and perfume.

I think this is a wonderful way to give to charity as well as the opportunity of a lifetime for one lucky fashionista!!!

The highest bid is currently sitting at 1100USD-follow this link to check it out
http://www.charitybuzz.com/catalog_items/20567?source=carousel

A Military Moment!!

This morning I found this fabulous shoot featuring Giselle Bunchen in the Korean Vogue showcasing the Military trend and had to share it.

I love the clean lines and tailoring mixed with the very soft looking knit T's.

images via

http://www.style.co.kr/vogue/trend/trend_photo_view.asp?menu_id=02040300&c_idx=010105010000988

and

http://cocoperez.com/2010-04-23-gisele-prepares-for-battle

Fashion Fridays !!!!

Courtney Carroll-3rd Year
Jacket-YDE (bombshell)
T-shirt-Mr Price (menswear)
Skirt-made herself :)
Beanie-H&M Paris
Belt-Foschini
Shoes-Shoe City

A new term and a new set of Fashion Friday's to enjoy!!!
I love seeing how the students put items together for the new season-hopefully it will give some inspiration for all of you who are having a wardrobe crisis this Autumn.

Elizabeth Mbulawa-1st Year
Cardigan-Mr Price
Top-Primark (UK)
Shoes-Mr Price
Leggings-Mr Price

Vanessa Sasele-1st Year
Jeans-Edgars
Top-Identity
Wait coat-Jet

Busisiwe Sobopha-1st Year
Jersey-Woolworths
Poloneck-Mr Price
Jeans-Truworths
Pumps-Edgars

Brittany Stroebel-1st Year
Dress-Mr Price
Tights-Woolworths
Necklace & Headband-Mr Price
Boots-Rage

Anna Lane-1st Year
Leggings-market
Jacket-Insight-The Lot
T-shirt-a friends
Shoes-Pep

Farren Arendse-1st Year
Jacket-Mr Price
T-shirt-Woolworths
Leggings-Mr Price
Boots-and accessories-Mr Price

Erica Sauzier-2nd Year
Leggings-Mr Price
T-shirt-made herself :)
Grey Top-Forever 21 (Dubai)
Scarf-Mr Price
Locket-Wolf and bros

Kylie Janssen-2nd Year
Dress-Blackbeard and Dare
Leggings-Woolworths
Jersey-Urban
Boots-Country Road
Necklaces-Mens shop and Skerm unkil

Fiina Amarongo-2nd Year
Leggings-Woolworths
Cardigan-boyfriends
Waistcoat-Legit
Scarf-made herself :)
Boots-somewhere in Claremont

Sane Sokhela-2nd Year
Dress-Instinct
Jersey-PicknPay
Hat-Street Vendor
Shoes-Mr Price

Alexander McQueen Fall 2010

Alexander McQueen's last collection has been revealed in a private showing. 16 outfits from his Hells Angels+Prolific Demons themed collection were shown to a select few. Amazingly detailed fabrics were showcased on designs with drapery and tailoring-which works beautifully.

His shoes are to die for, have a look below at the details.

On 18 February 2010, Robert Polet, the president and chief executive of the Gucci Group, announced that the Alexander McQueen business would carry on without its founder and creative director-it will be interesting to see who they choose to fill the shoes of this creative and dramatic designer.

For the full collection click on the link below

http://www.alexandermcqueen.com/int/en/corporate/archive2010_fw_womens.aspx

Photo's via

http://www.shoeblog.com/blog/alexander-mcqueen-fall-2010/

and

http://cocoperez.com/2010-04-19-a-sneak-peak-at-alexander-mcqueens-fall-2010-shoes

Ayanda Langeni 18/06/1990-11/04/2010

We are sad to announce the death of Ayanda Langeni -one of our First Year students here at the Design Academy of Fashion.

She will be remembered as a bright young woman, brimming with potential and will be missed by all the staff and students.

Condolences to her family in this difficult time.

82nd Academy Award Red Carpet Fashion

The Academy Awards is the most prestigious red carpet event of the year, every single actress , designer and stylist have spent months putting together their looks for the evening- and then hold their breathes waiting to see what the public reaction is!!!!
Personally I think fashion is subjective and what one person loves another may hate, although I also think that certain silhouettes and colours should not be worn by everyone-so without further ado here are the dresses that grabbed my attention.

Amanda Seyfried-Armani Prive

I felt this dress was too voluminous for Amanda's 

petite frame, and looked a little like a wedding dress.

Anna Kendrick-Elie Saab Haute Couture

A beautiful soft and feminine dress, however

I am not entirely sure of the colour on her?

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Carey Mulligan-Prada

I loved this look-it was edgy and glamorous at the same time

and her shoes, hair and bag were perfect.

  Charlize Theron-Christian Dior

I am not a fan of satin..or lilac...or bizarre bust pieces

that's all I'm saying on this one!!

Demi Moore-Atelier Versace

A soft feminine look, however I felt this dress was very "safe", 

it didn't excite me at all.

Diane Kruger-Chanel Haute Couture

I absolutely loved this- it was fresh and modern,

while still being beautifully feminine.

Kristen Stewart-Monique Lhuillier

I was please to see Kristen ditched her usual grunge look

in favor of this grown up gown. The colour and silhoette are amazing

on her, I do however feel statement earrings would have finished the look.

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Maggie Gyllenhaal-Dries Van Noten

Satin creases when you sit down-this is why I'm not a fan-it looks

like a crinkled mess to me-and the print lends itself more to

day wear than a red carpet event-not a favorite!!! 

Mariah Carey-Valentino Haute Couture

Eek-this dress is just too tight, it does NOT flatter!!!

Meryl Streep-Chris March

I loved this look on her-its age appropriate and the hair

is soft and feminine!!

Miley Cyrus-Jenny Packham

I thought this was perfect for Miley-

she looks like a sophisticated princess going to a ball.

Nicole Richie-Reem Acra

OK I know this is not everyone's taste,

however I loved this-I think she looks flawless!!

Penelope Cruz-Donna Karan

Ho Hum, as usual Penelope looks stunning-

but I feel like I have seen her in this look a hundred times?? 

Rachel McAdams-Elie Saab Haute Couture

Rachel was a breathe of fresh air in this beautifully, 

soft, printed dress. Her earrings finish this look off perfectly.

Sandra Bullock-Marchesa

A beautifully made gown and I loved her bold red lips,

however her hair was a little boring and the overall look was a little "safe" for my taste.

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Sarah Jessica Parker-Chanel Haute Couture

A lot of critics did not like this dress, however I thought

it was beautiful on Sarah. I did feel her eye make-up was a little strong. 

Sigourny Weaver-Lanvin

 This dress is very beautiful and classic-however

I feel this silhouette does nothing for Sigourny, the colour however

looks good on her.

Zoe Saldana-Givenchy Haute Couture

I love the idea of the ruffles, however the slit in front

combined with the very different colour bodice is confusing to me. 

Vera Farmiga-Marchesa

I saved my personal best for last-This is the epitome of Oscar night Glamor for me!!

The colour, the fit, her hair and make-up are all perfection!

This dress is far from "safe" and makes a big statement A+

I would love to know every ones opinions so feel free to comment!!!

images from http://www.style.com

Written by Tania Burman