Vote for models and win tickets to DFF

The 2018 Durban Fashion Fair ‘New Faces’ Models are nearly ready for their close ups.

DFF New Faces models (back) Ntando Shandu, Sthembiso Bhengu, Lindokuhle Jobe, Dimitri Kalamoudacos, Mfundo Ngidi, Bulelani Thabethe, John Khambule, (front) Connor Wilson, Vusumuzi Makhathini and Ntokozo Sibiya.

EXCITEMENT is building for the annual Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) 2018 where over 50 designers, including nine from other African countries, will take to the ramp at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre between Wednesday, 19 September and Friday, 21 September.

The shows will be followed by the DFF Recognition Awards Show on Saturday, 22 September which honour and recognise the top designers and models taking part in this year’s DFF 2018.

The DFF 2018 will also be taking place alongside the Durban Business Fair which is celebrating its 20 year anniversary.

DFF New Faces models (back) Samukelisiwe Zulu, Christelle Ighozo, Sinethemba Mzila, Sethabile Mpungose, Nandile Mkhize, Rachael Matsaung, (front) Nomfundo Mthethwa, Hlengiwe Cassandra Ngcobo, Phumeza Maphinda and Ayanda Dumane.

Presented by the eThekwini Municipality as part of its successful Fashion Development Programme, the DFF is now in its seventh year of wowing designers, the media, fashion buyers and the public.

It brings out the very best in local fashion with top class shows that allow local creative’s to strut their stuff alongside the best in the world.

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To discover hidden talent, eThekwini Municipality has invested substantial sums in internships, industry related training programmes, networking sessions and various lifestyle and modelling programmes and boot camps.

The current “crop” of new faces are evidence of just how effective this has been.

To win double tickets to the opening show on Wednesday, 19 September, enter the DFF New Faces Model Competition on the Facebook page. “Like” your favourite model to stand in line to win double tickets. One lucky winner from each of the female and male models category will be randomly selected.

Shows start at 6pm each night, with tickets costing R100 per show and R50 per student per show. Tickets go on sale at Computicket from 1 September.

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