Thuli and Gert-Johan Coetzee at SA Fashion Week

Cape Town – Designer to the stars Gert-Johan Coetzee wowed the audience when he opened South African Fashion Week on Tuesday night with his brand-new Spring Summer 2016 Collection. The young designer also announced that he is launching a brand-new bursary and got a standing ovation from the 450 or so fashion lovers, including Advocate … Continued

#SONA2016: Thuli Madonsela shines in yellow “celebration” dress

PARLIAMENT – Public Protector Advocate Thuli Madonsela stunned the media at the State of the Nation Address in Cape Town in a spectacular yellow dress. As she walked on the red carpet, the media jostled for her attention, shouting, “Thuli, Thuli” trying to get an interview with her. Her gown was designed by Gert-Johan Coetzee … Continued

SONA fashion trends

CAPE TOWN – The State of the Nation Address isn’t just about politics. The fashion is always a big talking point. At the end of the day, it’s not what you choose to wear but rather what comes out of the President’s speech that matters. But some MPs would argue if they are going to … Continued

Bonang Matheba Steps out in Gert-Johan Coetzee

South African AOP, Gert-Johan Coetzee, hosted the World Cancer Day gala dinner organized by South African’s frst lady, Tobeka Madiba-Zuma, last night. Bonang who stepped out in style rocked a red strapless dress designed by Gert-Johan Coetzee. Matheba paired her outfit with red shoes. This is the second time Matheba will be slaying in Gert-Johan … Continued

SA fashionistas on why fashion week still matters

Fashion bloggers share their love for the fashion festival and explain why it’s become a ‘ritual’. JOHANNESBURG – While SA Fashion Week is largely known for its high-end glamour and star-studded attendance, it’s also become a space for young designers and fashionistas to hone in on their personal style. The fashion festival is in its … Continued

Bonang Matheba slays in ‘Gert-Johan Coetzee’ inspired outfit

South African media personality, Bonang Matheba, attended the 2016 edition of the L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate event yesterday (Jan 9). #BonangMatheba at the Queen's plate 2016 in a 1920's inspired white lace dress #lqp2016 #GJC #alwayswinning A post shared by Gert-Johan Coetzee (@gertjohancoetzee) on Jan 9, 2016 at 2:43am PST Bonang who stormed the venue in … Continued

#GJC A/W 2016: The elixir of fashion

Kicking South African Fashion Week off to the perfect start, Gert-Johan Coetzee’s AW2016 collection left audiences spellbound at the Ferrari showroom in Bryanston last night. Kicking South African Fashion Week off to the perfect start, Gert-Johan Coetzee’s A/W16 collection left audiences spellbound at the Ferrari showroom in Bryanston last night. As we’ve seen over the … Continued

Gert-Johan Coetzee: an insider’s view into the invite-only show #SAFW

Last night Gert-Johan Coetzee kicked off the first day of SA fashion Week with an exclusive show held at the Scuderia Ferrari showroom in Bryanston, Jozi. For this collection, he stayed true to his extravagant style and flamboyant aesthetic – there were lots of mirrored embellishments with Swarovski crystals, layers and sheer details. The collection … Continued

Tapping the flow of inspiration

Johannesburg – The next big war, they say, will be fought over water, and designer Gert-Johan Coetzee is celebrating this most precious commodity with his brand-new collection for South African Fashion Week, to focus attention on a resource that’s often taken for granted. “We’re in the middle of the worst drought in 23 years in … Continued

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