Two young designers put fashion on the map at DUT's Fashion Show

Listen to Thandolwethu's interview with Alexandra van Heerden and Babalwa Matiyela, and read below:

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) Fashion and Textile department hosted its Annual Fashion Show at The Durban Station Event Space on Wednesday, 2 October 2019.

I had the pleasure of sitting on the judging panel for the show, and I was absolutely blown away by the students and how creative they are. 

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The designs were on point. I would not mind wearing a dress (or two) from the talented designers who showcased their work on stage. 

According to an article by DUT, the Head of the Fashion and Textiles Department, Sunthra Moodley, said that it takes a lot to break into the fashion industry, and the show is the perfect place to show off the talent we have in the country.

The two big winners of the night were Alexandra van Heerden (Judges' Award) and Babalwa Matiyela (Innovative Range Award).

See Alexandra's designs in the gallery:

See Babalwa's designs in the gallery:

I caught up with both designers to talk about the awards, South African fashion, and they also shared information about some of the people that have inspired them. 

Listen to the podcast for more. 

Contact details 

Alexandra van Heerden  - 082 050 1799

Babalwa Matiyela - 060 682 2448