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The red carpet at the 2017 South African Fashion Week (SAFW) opening party

Last night the 2017 South African Fashion Week (SAFW) had their official opening party sponsored by Cruz Vodka. Celebs donned their best and stepped out in style to attend the glamorous event.

Here’s who stood out for us.

By: Ayanda Ngcobo

1. AKA went the monochrome route in graphic print pants and a white shirt. His look was trendy and fresh.

The one and only SUPA MEGA ??@akaworldwide #CRUZsafw

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2. Blue Mbombo always brings the glamour to any event. This floor-length red gown was elegant and strikingly feminine.

@blue_mbombo absolutely breathtaking on the red carpet this evening in a gown by @scalodesigner #CRUZsafw

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3. The head piece and statement accessories complemented Bontle Modiselle’s dress perfectly.

@bontle.modiselle is glamour personified in this gorgeous @jj_schoeman dress #CRUZsafw

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4. Dash was debonair in a polo neck and slim fit pants.

@dashrsa looking dapper on the red carpet #CRUZsafw

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5. We loved Jessica Nkosi’s skirt but would’ve paired it with a different top.

@jessicankosi is just ravishing in this number, dressed by @rubiconclothing #CRUZsafw

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6. Kat Sinavason was one of our favourite looks of the evening. His oozed effortless style.

The ever stylish @kat_sinivasan #CRUZsafw

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7. Kelly Khumalo wore a beautiful champagne gown complemented with pops of red.

@kellykhumaloza oozing elegance and style dresses#d by @house_of_saint_luke ? #CRUZsafw

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8. Lira played with pleats and cuts in an asymmetrical dress.

@miss_lira looking like a goddess in this magnificent @gertjohancoetzee creation #CRUZsafw

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9. Lunga’s jacket was a win in our eyes.

Fresh to death! @lunga_shabalala #CRUZsafw

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10. The Major League DJz looked edgy in leather and black.

@majorleaguedjz in the house! #CRUZsafw

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11. Nadia Nakai served serious leg game in a super high slit gown.

@nadianakai is a sight to behold on the red carpet this evening #CRUZsafw

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12. Natasha Thahane brought glitz and glam to the event in a jewelled creation.

@natasha_thahane dazzling on the red carpet in a gorgeous gown by @dennismaponyamanthata #CRUZsafw

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13. Omuhle was radiant in a metallic and white gown.

#CRUZSA @tovch_

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