From sketchbooks and mentorship to national and international runways, the Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) has spent 15 years transforming emerging local designers into successful fashion entrepreneurs.

As the Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) celebrates its landmark 15th edition under the theme “Where Legacy Lives”, eThekwini Municipality is inviting fashion designers to be part of the milestone showcase, which promises to be bigger and better than ever.

Applications are currently open and close on July 31. Designers interested in showcasing their collections can apply by completing the online application form at https://forms.gle/9yHiqibirFNaxtLq9

eThekwini Municipality said, “This year’s showcase will celebrate the remarkable journey of designers who joined the programme 14 years ago and have since built successful fashion businesses, created employment and showcased their work on national and international platforms.

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“It will also introduce the next generation of fashion household names currently participating in the intensive 10-month DFF Mentorship Programme, highlighting the City’s continued investment in developing creative talent and growing the local fashion economy.”

The 15th DFF will take place from September 16 to 18 at the Durban Exhibition Centre, culminating in the Recognition Awards on September 19.

For more information, contact nondumiso.mthembu@durban.gov.za.

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