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Arise Africa Fashion Week, held at the Sandton Convention Centre, brought a plethora of designers from the continent to showcase their extraordinary talent. Here are a few notable designs...
David Tlale
Tlale's patterned evening gown with brown flower detail is a showstopper.
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David Tlale
An 80s-inspired jumpsuit in glam gold paired with beads for an African feel. We love it!
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David Tlale
For go-getters and jet-setters, Tlale's designs are bold and trendy. In this outfit, the South African designer brings pattern to the fore, anchored with a tailored jacket and gorgeous brown leather bag.
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Gert van de Merwe
South African designer, Gert van de Merwe's timeless designs were also on show. The inspiration for the Arise Africa collection is the journey through Africa, of a girl from the "Belle Epoqhue" bedecked in flounces, ruches, roses and animal prints.
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Gert van de Merwe
What could be a simple black cocktail dress gets a cosmopolitan edge with the added animal print shawl.
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Gert van de Merwe
Frills have made a big comeback and van de Merwe incorporates this element to up the glam factor on this evening dress.
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Lisete Pote
Angolan designer, Lisete Pote silhouette-hugging gold gown is stunning.
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Lisete Pote
She celebrates and enhances feminine curves with the mermaid silhouette.
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Paul Hervé Elizabeth
This self-taught designer was born on the island of Martinique in the Caribbean and travelled through Paris, New Orleans, New York and London. Even with all these influences, he still brings an African flavour to his designs.
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Paul Hervé Elizabeth
"My inspiration is based on our Afro-Caribbean traditions improved with my personal design touch," he says.
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Paul Hervé Elizabeth
A common element in this collection is the large belt which accentuates the figure, even when working with a simple colour like black.
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Ade Bakare
Nigerian designer, Ade Bakare is celebrated for his unique, ultra feminine and luxurious gazar and organza sweep coats.
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L'or d Afrique by AuDITIONS
Gold adorned the models as they sashayed down the catwalk. We love the concept of using leather for gowns.
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L'or d Afrique by AuDITIONS
"Gold has a rich tradition and history in Africa, so together with AFI, we were keen to add to this tradition as a fashion piece of design," says the creative director of AuDITIONS, Mark Pool.
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Ade Bakare
This structured outfit highlights his influences from from architecture and colour.
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Ade Bakare
Something borrowed, something blue... He may not be exclusively focussed on wedding gowns, but this dramatic veil with feather detail is eye-catching.
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Bongiwe Walaza
"My look is a truly modern African one that blurs the boundaries between formal and casual," says South African designer, Bongiwe Walaza. "It's Afro with global traditional inspiration."
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Bongiwe Walaza
Here, she frames the female form with an afro-chic print.
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Kreyann' by Anna Ngann Yonn
Cameroonian designer, Anna Ngann Yonn describes her collection as "pure and simple". Fabrics are chosen for their natural components.
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Kreyann' by Anna Ngann Yonn
Ruffles trend up this outfit. If you've got the legs, show 'em off.
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Thulare Monareng
South African designer, Thulare Monareng makes colour an it-factor and brings her Soweto-roots to the fore with this ensemble. Cute tie-up sandals are fast becoming a wardrobe essential.
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Thulare Monareng
Bright orange gives this classic design vibrant appeal for daring individuals. You can't be a wall-flower in this get-up.
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Compiled by: Kele Scheppers

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