All Images by FJ at Eye Poetry photography These phenomenal, exciting and brave students from the Free State Fashion hub could be the next Palesa Mokubung, who became the first African to partner with an internationally acclaimed Swedish multinational clothing retailer H&M.
Perhaps they are the next Laduma Ngxokolo of MAXHOSA, who has sensationally set the world of fashion on fire with his bold inspiring original designs, who knows everything is possible.
Fighting against all odds to fulfil dreams they had since childhood was not glamourous nor easy. It took hard work, dedication and inspiration behind the scenes as well as support from families, mentors and the rising star of Bloemfontein, Candy Smith.
The 4th installment of the prestigious fashion and lifestyle showcase held at the Sun Windmill just off the N1 Highway, in the city of roses left us in excitement and hunger for more.
Take a look at some of our memorable moments from the Free State Fashion Week runway