This may be the most clothed we’ve seen South African Model, Candice Swanepoel, but boy! Does she bring the sexy out of a sweatshirt & socks. For her 1st Vogue Australia Cover debut, shot by Victor Demarchelier, she transitions us from Spring/Summer in 9 page editorial, and a Cover to match! Subtly.

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For it’s 2nd year running SAFW & Renault are giving designers a chance to establish themselves and/or their brands in the South African fashion industry.

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It’s always good to see Liya’s face, especially as it seems like all she’s been doing is working hard on her ethical line, Lem Lem. Here she is doing what we’ve always loved her for, modeling. The ageless beauty takes on the latest spring trends from top International design houses for the Wall Street Journal’s Magazine, May 2013 Issue.

Photo Credit: WSJ Online.

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Summer’s so close, and your favourite streetwear cult has got you covered! Yesterday marked the debut of B-side by Wale S/S 13 collection in-store, so you can now shop till you drop!

Here’s the lookbook below:

You may shop the collection now -> http://b-sidebywale.com/

Enjoy!

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It’s no secret designer Maki Oh‘s has made it clear that model/fashionista Oroma Elewa serves as a muse, although we have not seen any public collaboration from them per say… we totally see why they’d go perfect with each other in this video by Theophilus London – a Trinidadian-born American rapper from Brooklyn, New York City called “RIO”.

Click on the Image to watch the video:

Enjoy!

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The School of Fashion at Academy of Art University awarded Max Azria and Lubov Azria Honorary Doctorate degrees at this year’s Graduation Fashion Show and Awards Ceremony in San Francisco on Thursday, May 9, 2013. For the first time, the event took place at the historic Palace of Fine Arts Theatre located in the Marina District of the city.

Dr. Elisa Stephens, President of Academy of Art University, presented honorary degrees to the guests at the invitation-only portion of the event.

Max Azria born in Tunisia is the Founder, Designer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP. One of the most diversified fashion houses in the world, BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP offers some of the most sought-after collections on the market including BCBGMAXAZRIA and Hérve Léger by Max Azria, and has more than 570 retail boutiques worldwide. Azria was inducted into the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) in 1998, and his collections have garnered significant celebrity following such as the First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama, Angelina Jolie, Madonna, Jennifer Lopez and Alicia Keys.

Lubov Azria is the Chief Creative Officer of BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP and Max’s wife. Lubov joined the company as a designer in 1991. Under her influence, the brand has become one of America’s leading design houses for women’s ready-to-wear and accessory collections. In 2004, Lubov and her husband began designing one-of-a-kind gowns for celebrity clients under the name Max Azria Atelier. The following year, Lubov and her design team debuted Hérve Léger by Max Azria, having acquired the couturier in 1998. Lubov was inducted into the CFDA in 2010.

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Frieze New York is an international contemporary art fair that launched in May 2012. In 2013 the fair includes over 180 of the world’s leading galleries, making Frieze New York 2013 the company’s largest event to date.

Maison De Mode, is an ethical pop up shop by Hassan Pierre, creative director of ‘Way it Should Be’ a Sustainable Womenswear Clothing, which has been curated by Amanda Hearst, an American socialite, activist, fashion model, and heiress to the Hearst Corporation, William Randolph Hearst’s media conglomerate since inception.

From the 10th of May to the 13th (2013), the Maison de Mode ethical Pop up shop will be at The Hole Gallery; 312 Bowery Street, and will have pieces from brands such as Edun, Lemlem, Stella McCartney, Osklen, Maiyet, Christopher Raeburn, Organic, Basic, Muzungu Sisters, Soludos, Faherty Brand, Morgenthal Frederics, Lulu Frost, Angel Jackson, Eden Diodati, Spinelli Kilcollin & Tata Harper.

Checkout their facebook page to see what will be up for grabs, starting from tomorrow, HERE.

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David Tlale is expanding his fashion empire! The talented designer who is known for pushing fashion boundaries has launched a new line of  handbags inspired by South Africa and the Ndebele artwork.

“With its colorful and geometric shapes, the art symbolizes a beautiful aspect of our culture as South Africa. We are a diverse nation (rainbow nation) and we come in all shapes, forms and sizes. As David Tlale celebrates 10 years in the fashion design industry this year, he also wants to pay tribute and homage to Mother Africa. He celebrates the country and continent that have nurtured him throughout his journey as a designer. The women of this country have been so supportive and this bag collection is a little token of appreciation to say “punctuate your gorgeous DT number with a killer DT bag.”

The range is available in South Africa at the following stores: Moda, Cellini, Frasier’s, Drakes+Packwells, Queens, The Coachmen, Gopals and Diplopmat.

Check out the price list below:

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On May 6th, 2013, WIE launches the inaugural WIE Africa in Cape Town.

WIE Africa aims to contribute to changing the perceptions of Africa as a whole by showcasing successful African women and innovation connecting with the next generation of African leaders through a series of fully interactive, informative and exciting sessions.

WIE will hold for two inspiring days with 39 speakers (including Nigerian designer, Folake Folarin – Coker, CD, Tiffany Amber) through the 6th & 7th of May, 2013 spanning with career talks from top women in their fields from Fashion to Banking, and will end with an exclusive dinner in honour of Graca Machel & the WIE Power Influence list.

See the list of Speakers, HERE.

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The interwebs were filled with love on Friday, the 26th of April, 2013 as popular American production and distribution company, CBS released the official press release, introducing ‘Africa’s Next Top Model’, sending a tweet-rage round twitterverse.

HauTeFashionAfrica.com, in December 2012, got wind of Oluchi hosting Africa’s Next Top Model via a Cover interview she had with Nigerian Fashion Magazine, Mania, and we are so excited to see that it’s still in the works, and going strong!

Africa’s Next Top Model will be produced by Lulu Productions along with Never Machine Productions and will air pan-regionally throughout Africa in 2013 on MNET Africa Magic channels.

Africa’s Next Top Model will begin production in August in Cape Town and the English-language series will be shot primarily on location in South Africa, sponsored by South African Tourism. Aspiring models will be selected from casting calls in eight countries throughout Africa, including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, Angola and Tanzania.

Africa’s Next Top Model Host and Executive Producer, Oluchi Orlandi is an internationally renowned supermodel who has graced the covers of Elle magazine and Italian Vogue, and has been featured in Victoria’s Secret, Sports Illustrated and countless fashion and beauty magazines, ad campaigns and runway shows worldwide. She was discovered at the age of 17 when she won M-Net’s “Face of Africa” modeling competition.

“Africa’s Next Top Model is sure to be an entertaining celebration of the great beauty, fashion and unique stories of aspiring models from across the African continent,” said Roxanne Pompa, Vice President of International Formats Sales and Production, CBS Studios International. “This is a testament to the universal popularity of the ever-growing ‘America’s Next Top Model’ franchise.”

“I am excited to be hosting AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL and it is great to be part of the successful ‘America’s Next Top Model’ franchise that Tyra Banks created and has hosted for an impressive 20 cycles thus far in the U.S.,” said Oluchi. “The African version of the franchise is long overdue and I expect the show to be a smashing success across the continent. My company, LuLu Productions, will be partnering with Never Machine productions with Gavin Wratten as Co-Executive Producer and also one of the giant media houses to help make this show a big success.”

Thulani Nzima, Chief Executive Officer of South African Tourism, said, “South Africa is proud and delighted to be the host destination of AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL. We welcome the AFRICA’S NEXT TOP MODEL contestants, crew and eager African viewers to South Africa. We know they are going to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of our land, the warmth of our welcoming people who call it home, the sophistication and capability of our cities and the abundance of beautiful experiences that await them in South Africa. We wish them a memorable visit!”

About the “America’s Next Top Model” format:

‘America’s Next Top Model’ is produced by 10 by 10 Entertainment in association with The Tyra Banks Company.  The executive producers are Ken Mok (“Making the Band”), Tyra Banks and Laura Fuest Silva. The series was created by Tyra Banks and developed by Mok and Kenya Barris. Tyra Banks also hosts the series, which will soon begin airing its 20th cycle in the United States. Currently, “America’s Next Top Model” is under license in over 100 markets around the world and has 20 international versions in production.  “America’s Next Top Model” and the “America’s Next Top Model” format are licensed internationally by CBS Studios International.

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