In fact, six of the continent’s biggest influencers and up-and-coming stars were identified for being leaders in categories covering everything from accessory design to publishing.
All the winners were recognised in a glittering ceremony at the annual Africa Fashion Awards (AFAs), organised by African Fashion International (AFI). The ceremony was the culmination of the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Africa and celebrated contributions to the fashion industry across eight categories.
“The Africa Fashion Awards are always a reflection of the growing excellence of the continent’s fashion industry. AFI is proud to continue to recognise the stellar talents that are moving African fashion forward by providing a platform on which to celebrate them,” says AFI Group marketing manager Sizwe Nzimande.
The title of Designer of the Year went to critically acclaimed, multiaward-winning fashion stalwart Marianne Fassler for her continued capacity to surprise after more than two decades in the industry. Katherine-Mary Pichulik, also from South Africa, took the title of Accessory Designer of the Year for Pichulik, a bespoke label of handcrafted neckpiece accessories. She says other than those pieces she’s also currently working on bags, belts and headpieces.
Source:citizen.co.za
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