Tuesday 27 October 2015

SAFW - Gert-Johan Coetzee A/W 16



What do you get when you combine one of the country's top designers with a sophisticated automobile brand renowned for its sheer motoring power? Throw in some technology and in short, the fusion of the three is simply sublime. Gert-Johan Coetzee teamed up with Ferrari and Sony Experia to bring us an unforgettable show in a dazzling location - none other than the Ferrari Showroom in Bryanston, Johannesburg. 

Gert-Johan and his muses:
spotted here are Thando Hopa & Jay Anstey

Photograph: Nick Boulton; Hair & Make-Up: Lyn Kennedy

We were treated to a behind the scenes look of the magic that happens when such powerhouses come together. On the morning of the show, we attended a special preview where Gert-Johan spoke to us about the inspiration behind the collection. 'My collections always have a meaning behind them. I thought that the next world war will probably be fought over water,' and thus, this element became the muse of his latest Autumn-Winter 2016 collection. What followed was an accessible yet beautiful collection using a deep shade of blue to provide the overall framework. To showcase the collection alongside the motoring masterpieces, a shoot featuring Jay Anstey and Thando Hopa took place in the Ferrari garage. 

GJC & Ferrari are dazzling together!
Photograph: Nick Boulton; Hair & Make-Up: Lyn Kennedy

Flowing water captured effortlessly 
Photograph: Nick Boulton; Hair & Make-Up: Lyn Kennedy

Gert-Johan Coetzee's collaboration with Spree.co.za has also been incredibly successful. The idea of fashion at one's fingertips (especially the latest collections) has appealed to consumers and his ranges have consistently sold out on this online platform. Of course, this collection will be no different: select items were immediately available on Spree.co.za. Gert-Johan and his team understand the business of fashion and the importance of making runway looks accessible. Customers no longer have to wait endlessly or try to hunt down their favourite designs: if anyone thirsty for some of the latest Gert-Johan Coetzee collection a refreshing glass of ice-cold water is coming right up. 

Click here to go to GJC on Spree!

Some of the blue looks from the collection
Simon Deiner/SDR Photo

Some of the black looks from the collection
Simon Deiner/SDR Photo

Jay Anstey:
a show-stopper indeed!

Simon Deiner/SDR Photo