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The Firs of Rosebank celebrates fashion designers

Winners included Gert-Johan Coetzee and Ole Ledimo.

December 1, 2022

Asanda Matlhare 1 minute read

Jacques Bam is excited about his fashion nomination. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

The Fashion Industry Awards South Africa (FIASA) celebrated fashion designers and seamstresses at The Firs in Rosebank.

Koketso Mohlala beams with joy as a winner at the fashion industry awards. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Speaking on November 30, the founder of the awards Alinah Missouri said she was thrilled about the partnership.

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Candice Modiselle prepares to host the fashion industry awards. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Juniour Lawrence and Nceba Classen are happy about the fashion industry awards. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

“A decade ago, The Firs was the iconic shopping destination for high-end design, and the likes of Clive Rundle, Fred Eboka and Naked Ape called The Firs home for many years. Their recent refurbishment has brought vibrancy and vitality to the Rosebank shopping district and we love the energy and passion of their management team and tenants. It’s a perfect fit!”

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Marle Coetsee smiles with her fashion industry award. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Asanda Africander, Musician Zahara and Alicia Thwala look forward to the fashion industry awards. Photo: Asanda Matlhare

Missouri added that the South African fashion industry value chain reoriented and journeyied towards the next normal, which was good news. She also added that it was necessary to nurture and grow the fashion ecosystem.

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December 1, 2022

Asanda Matlhare 1 minute read