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David Tlale graces Gabs July Fashion Show

David Tlale collection PICS: PHATSIMO KAPENG.
David Tlale collection PICS: PHATSIMO KAPENG.

Fashion fanatics and Gaborone elites thronged the Game City Mall Rooftop on July 15 to witness the spectacular Gabs July Fashion Show headlined by the international acclaimed fashion designer, David Tlale.

The event was also graced by the presence of the Minister of Finance, Peggy Serame, Mrs Botswana reigning Queen, Ambrociah Samboko and Keno Custom Suits co-founder Donald Nnoto. David Tlale is a South African fashion designer who is renowned for setting pace in the industry.

In an interview, the sterling designer highlighted that he showcased a fusion of collections. The first collection which was Orange and White, accessorised with sunglasses and sling bags was according to Tlale, “a monogram for a collaboration with Avon South Africa.” Another collection that he showcased was the Brown and Gold collection, and he stated that it was an Autumn-Winter collection fused with the ‘black story.’ Moreover, it was debuted at Paris Fashion Week in March.

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