Student creations add spice to Somerset Mall prêt-a-porter festival

By Gideon Malherbe

21/09/2006

Exciting student creations were seen as twelve of Cape Town's hottest models took to the catwalk on Saturday, 23 September during the Somerset Mall's prêt-a-porter fashion.

The Mall's Centre court has seen 18 fashion shows over the three day festival showing the latest summer trends on offer at some of the Mall's many clothing retailers and fashion boutiques.

The students show was billed as the highlight of the festival, adding spice to the proceedings with over-the-top, fresh and exciting designs.

Garments included 1 st year shift dresses (C ubism in Africa) , 2 nd year coats ( Urban Combat & Escapism) and swimwear ( Street/Beach), and Avante Garde graduate outfits.

The show was produced by PLANET PRODUCTIONS' Karen Burt, in conjunction with the Academy.