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Tafadzwa Zimoyo Actor Entertainment Editor
Makanaka. As they say in English, “You are beautiful”.
Just like its name, “Makanaka,” is how it aptly describes the fashion show that took place in the parking lot of Sam Levy Village in Bordale on Saturday.
It was a beautiful scene.
Dubbed “Makanaka Fashion Show”, the well organized, colorful event was organized by Jacaranda Culture and Media Corporation.
Many would agree that it is a breath of fresh air in the field of art considering that it used to be confined to music, film, modeling and television.
The emergence of the world of fashion in Zimbabwe’s entertainment sector is a step in the right direction.
Gone are the days when all the media reviewed every weekend and there was other music.
The game has reached another level.
By the way, in Zimbabwe (NAMA) the hands that have renewed, modernized and brought glamour, have put on a fashion show.
At the award ceremony, he said that his Midas touch has also extended to the fashion world and the fashion show, which will become an annual event.
Looking at the season, Spring, the show was well timed as it was in color.
The event was attended by all races and colors in a glitz and glam show held under the theme “Day-Dream”. It was all about pushing a bolder view of art and fashion.
Again, this show is well illustrated with bright woven accents and bold abstract designs that show the show’s effort to break away from old traditional descriptions and enter into a new meaning and understanding of what Africa means to individuals in the 21st century.
Guests spot the point and you don’t need to waste your precious time worrying about what to wear when it comes to fashionistas.
You understand the mission.
Arriving at the event, one would think that if it is not New York, then the South African Mercedes Fashion Show is not Zimbabwe.
Who knew something good could come out of Nazareth?
That biblical interpretation is the same as what happened on the Sabbath.
Who knew the parking lot could be turned into a runway?
They designed it very well and it was for a television production.
Hello, when it comes to fashion it’s all about lights and good sound.
The organizers brought their A-game on those issues and made sure everything went to plan.
The models were accessories on the show and it was about cats.
US model and catwalk mother Naomi Campbell was from Zimbabwe and apparently trained the models because what they did on the ramp was great.
No crashes, funny walks or falls on stage.
They looked like they were born to do it.
Actually, this way.
The reality is that Naomi was not in Zimbabwe and the producers worked with the Top Model Zimbabwe agency to prepare the models and after weeks of rehearsals and hard work put on a scientific show.
It was flowing in chronological order.
It was like the Milan Show, or Victoria’s Secret if you want to put it that way.
Indeed, domestic designers are lekker.
Some of the designers include Fungai Muzoroza, Danai Madondo, The Big Locomotive, Venon and Amon.
They have proved their competence in both domestic and foreign fabrics by being creative and business minded.
Their biggest task of the night was bringing Zimbabwean and African Chinese translation to the airport.
They came and saw and conquered.
They can be heard roaring like lions in the fashion jungle.
Some of the clothes are available in selected stores, some were on stage and used in music videos of local artists.
It would be remiss if we didn’t talk about the evening’s host, popular radio personality Samantha Musa, affectionately known as “Miss Red” in showbiz circles.
Yes, she didn’t give up.
She cruised flawlessly through her presentation on stage and onstage.
In fact, she was the right candidate for the job.
Like her namesake, “Miss Red” didn’t wear red, but opted for a white bob-tube mermaid gown with a designer white pearl necklace on her chest.
Now that was a fashion statement.
She was like an angel and with a commanding voice, was in no rush to run the show and got along well with the guests.
However, are fashion conscious fans more civilized or shall we say it’s a myth?
The show started on time, guests were on time and everything went according to the script.
But then, since the two are intertwined and inseparable, it wouldn’t be a proper fashion show without some music.
A list of entertainers including Tami Moyo, Nyasha David, Mwenje Matole and Mimi put on a polished act.
JCMC baby Nyasha David needs no introduction to such cool happenings.
His hit song “Mariana” was appreciated by female fans.
Mwenje Matole had to take care of his genius as he produced tune after tune.
Multi-award winning singer Tami Moyo and her dancers then closed the show with a beautiful performance.
A typical fashion show, Tami ensured that guests got their money’s worth apart from coming to witness the fashion statements.
The only mistake of the night was when the models showed some designs.
The screen is showing the name of the scene “Makanaka”.
He was right to some extent, reminding the attendees that it was a Makanaka event, but some said that checking the names of the designers was good if not good.
Marketing well.
“We know they screen the upcoming designer’s story first on the stage, but what if someone misses that part? Wasn’t it necessary and fair to have the designer’s name flashed on the screen like in most fashion shows,” said a model who asked not to be named.
Fashion critic and fan Theresa Floy, from Borrowdale, said the show was good for bringing life to the industry.
“Thanks to the organizers for a job well done. I’m happy and I’ve been waiting for this. After the amazing Zimbabwe (SIZA) Awards in February, we thought that was it.
“This show proved that Zimbabwe has what it takes to compete globally. They introduced upcoming designers and we hope to see the merchandise in stores,” she said.
“The name Makanaka is first and foremost a message to Zimbabweans that we are all beautiful and unique and there is no better way to convey that message than through a fashion show,” said JCMC spokesperson and show producer Panache Nyakawa.
“The aim is to revitalize the fashion industry, giving both new and established designers a platform to showcase their work and sell their wares.”
JCMC founder Zivanai Steve Zhao emphasized that his vision is to see Zimbabwean fashion on global runways.
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