Showbiz spoke to two of Botswana’s top fashionistas and stylists Uyapo Ketogetswe and Thapelo Letsebe, to find out what trends to look out for on the fashion scene this year. “We won’t be seeing many new trends but rather a resurgence of past trends that are updated with detailed tweaks. What is more interesting is how these fashion pieces will be styled by individuals. It’s this individuality that will establish new trends,” says Ketogetswe. He is also positive that Botswana’s fashion industry will grow in leaps and bounds this year.
According to Ketogetswe, Batswana are beginning to embrace fashion and understand the importance of appearance. “The status quo now allows for fashion entrepreneurship by individuals such as designers, accessory makers and event producers. The international fashion community is now eyeing Africa as the front runner in innovative, culturally inspired fashion and Botswana is one of the countries to watch,” explains Ketogetswe. He is also positive that Botswana’s fashionistas have great potential, all in varying interests, adding that the leverage needed is hard work and determination. Ketogetswe believes that some of the fashionable items to look out for this season are yesteryear inspired street-wear: clean and crisp denim, military inspired hues, bold and bright colours, prints, ponchos and blanket scarves.
