Confections x Collections
A SWEET SPOTLIGHT ON SLOW AFRICAN FASHION
Confections x Collections (CxC) is an annual coming-together of creative expression that shines a spotlight on slow, considered African fashion. During this much-anticipated event, we host intimate fashion shows for local sustainable brands paying homage to their craft and unique stories. These salon-style shows, curated and produced by Twyg, offer close proximity to the designers and a deeper engagement with their label's ethical values.
Hosted within our Lounge, Mount Nelson’s pastry chef Vicky Gurovich collaborates with each designer to create bespoke creations that harmonize with their designs for the limited-edition menu – completely invigorating the hotel’s institutional Afternoon Tea.
MEET THE MAKERS
To mark our Confections x Collections fashion show in 2023, we commissioned local director Jessie Zinn to create films with three of the designers involved.
Chu Suwannapha
South Africa’s ‘prince of prints’ Chu Suwannapha blends the visual vernaculars of his home country of Thailand with his adopted home of Cape Town.
Palesa Mokubung
Palesa Mokubung has always been inspired by strong women and conceived of her brand Matsho as a way to dress powerful business leaders who want to feel like the “sexiest woman in the room while being covered from head to toe”.
Sindiso Khumalo
Inspired by pioneering Black women from the 18th–19th centuries, Khumalo’s eponymous line, defined by sustainable sourcing and slow fashion, is a riot of Peter Pan collars and summer dresses.
Chu Suwannapha
South Africa’s ‘prince of prints’ Chu Suwannapha blends the visual vernaculars of his home country of Thailand with his adopted home of Cape Town.
Palesa Mokubung
Palesa Mokubung has always been inspired by strong women and conceived of her brand Matsho as a way to dress powerful business leaders who want to feel like the “sexiest woman in the room while being covered from head to toe”.
Sindiso Khumalo
Inspired by pioneering Black women from the 18th–19th centuries, Khumalo’s eponymous line, defined by sustainable sourcing and slow fashion, is a riot of Peter Pan collars and summer dresses.