SA Fashion Week is underway and Naked Ape took their wares to the runway after making a jaw-dropping entrance. The designer brand has spent the past 15 years shaping its studio of African-inspired non-binary wear and brought another showstopper along with its SAFW arrival.
Oozing glamour and sophistication, founder of the brand Shaldon Kopman arrived VIP-style with Unathi and Mel Bala at his side in another unique design; a brand-new, customised Mercedes-Benz V-Class. The sleek ride kept the crowd in suspense with this entrance.
Was this the latest model hot off the production line? Or was it a one-of-a-kind, bespoke creation made just for the celebrated designer? The speculation was as fierce as the fashion on the runway. Fashion lovers couldn’t help but wonder—what’s the secret behind the luxury wheels? Could it be a preview of something even bigger coming from Mercedes-Benz, or was this a custom masterpiece tailored exclusively for Naked Ape?
Mamelodi Sundowns and Bafana Bafana stars Mothobi Mvala and Teboho Mokoena were also at the show, spotted in another Mercedes Benz V-class.
Naked Ape presented their Afro Monk collection, with the aim to encapsulate the essence of spirituality and sustainability, weaving them into a seamless tapestry of timeless elegance.
One thing’s for sure: Naked Ape is rewriting the rules of SA Fashion Week, and this latest entrance was a masterclass in blending high fashion with high-octane luxury. Everyone’s waiting to see what comes next!