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Couture Dreams

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 11 Aug 2016 17:05:00 +0000

We recently shot our gorgeous brocade dress with Georgia a new face at Max Models in Cape Town. The photographer was Vivian De Waal. We loved the clean and unpretentious backdrop to the shoot.

The dress has multi panels that are interspersed with nude tulle insets. Around these is crystal beading. The hem has a column of trapunto that took forever to do!

Pretty Wedding Dress by Gavin Rajah

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 16:34:00 +0000

Gorgeous silk organdie dress by Gavin Rajah. Ruffles and soft delicate roses were the inspiration for this couture piece.

GAVIN RAJAH by Vivian de Waal

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 22 Jun 2016 05:20:00 +0000

Model: Naro @ Max Models Cape Town

Stylist: Cally Palmer

Gavin Rajah Resort 2016

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 15 Jun 2016 18:54:00 +0000

Latest collection from Gavin Rajah

GAVIN RAJAH Behind the Scenes Resort 2016/7

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 30 May 2016 10:35:00 +0000

#gavinrajah

#francoispistorius

SPRING PREVIEW

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 19:03:00 +0000

Amazing pieces from our Spring/Summer preview - work in progress!
Shot on Marianne @ Max Models Cape Town

GAVIN RAJAH FEATURED IN L'OFFICIEL JULY 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 12:33:00 +0000

Thrilled to have some of our pieces in L'OFFICIEL India. Beautiful printed silks

READY TO WED

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 24 Jun 2015 21:32:00 +0000

A new collection was launched last week in Paris. This bridal collection is meant to be an affordable collection for brides looking for luxurious wedding dresses at reasonable price points. The dresses range from commercial silhouettes to flights a fantasy. This collection is entitled ready to read and is the seminal collection for brides looking for great value for money. The collection has been spearheaded by designer Gavin Rajah and Chelsea Liu and is called Ready To Wed.

The collection was shot by Kristin Lee Moolman, art direction by Louw Kotze and beautiful models Ariel and Anja from Ice Models Cape Town.

Gavin Rajah in July 2015 Marie Claire

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 23 Jun 2015 22:27:00 +0000

Gavin Rajah Resort 2015 in Marie Claire

GAVIN RAJAH CRUISE 2016

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 17 Jun 2015 15:25:00 +0000

THE MAKING OF GAVIN RAJAH COUTURE 2015/6

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 27 May 2015 20:44:00 +0000

A short clip showing the intricate detail on garments and the workmanship behind the couture collection to be shown in Paris in 2015.

GAVIN RAJAH AT CANNES FILM FESTIVAL

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 22 May 2015 16:00:00 +0000

Tarina Patel wore Gavin Rajah Resort 2015 collection to the Cannes Film Festival this year. The dress was constructed from panels of lace inspired by 70's motifs as well as silk tulle.

DANIELLA MIDENGE SHOOTS FOR MARIE CLAIRE FEATURING GAVIN RAJAH

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 20 May 2015 18:33:00 +0000

Our gorgeous pants shot in the May issue of Marie Claire by photographer Daniella Midenge. We love this shot! Model Jenna Pietersen

BEST DESIGNER AT FAN FASHION HOSTED BY NEDBANK

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 17 May 2015 09:22:00 +0000

GAVIN RAJAH COUTURE FEATURED IN GLAMOUR

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sat, 09 May 2015 18:25:00 +0000

Jaboolie Water Polo Week 1 2014 | Powered by Gavin Rajah

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 08 May 2015 14:50:00 +0000

Fun project we had creating swimwear for this winning waterpolo team!

GAVIN RAJAH RESORT COLLECTION

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 08 May 2015 02:40:00 +0000

GAVIN RAJAH COUTURE 2015

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 15:58:00 +0000

GAVIN RAJAH COUTURE 2015 A|W

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 07:48:00 +0000

Styled & Directed by: Louw Kotze

Make-up: Michelle-Lee Collins

Photographer: Antonia Steyn

GAVIN RAJAH COUTURE 2014

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Sun, 05 Apr 2015 13:39:00 +0000

PHOTOGRAPHED BY: KOPE|FIGGINS

STYLED BY: BEE DIAMONDHEAD

www.gavinrajah.com

LONDON FASHION WEEK - THE BAD

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 21:09:00 +0000

So its almost a wrap and most of the reviews are in..........LFW finally ended up cranking it up a notch or two after being resolutely dull for the last couple of years. Having said that some collections left one wondering whether designers should have actually bothered showing. First up was the disappointment of the week -the man himself - Tom Ford. Rather dull unimaginative collection......still basking in the limelight of his 90's collection for Gucci. Everyone wanted to say it but only few dared say it....the collection lacked lustre. So the super exclusive collection which bore strict instructions to not twitter or take pics proved useful as no one broke a nail or strained a wrist to catch a pic of the collection or make any amazing comment on the collection. Off course the Guardian (Jess Cartner Morley) and the Telegraph (Lisa Armstrong) were overtly gushy about the collection but then again hardly anything meaty in their reviews....not sure either would tell if a seam was pressed well or not! Don't get me wrong I think the man is clever but hardly a design genius...more a clever marketer and one who knows how to whip the masses into a frenzy if not through the raunchy campaigns then through another heady scent concocted in the bowels of Estee Lauder's headquarters. His good with creative direction and sells a dream/lifestyle well but this collection was hardly fashion forward nor as strong as his previous ones.

THE BAD:

Photo: Yannis Vlamos / GoRunway.com

Pringle of Scotland - Any bets as to how long the current designer (Alistair Carr) stays in that position? Really bothers me when the essence or the intrinsic heritage of a brand is completely disregarded. Can no one learn from Burberry? Totally weird cuts and combinations of fabrics. Even more irritating were the pants which had odd contrast inserts.

Photo: Yannis Vlamos / GoRunway.com

Nicole Farhi - All the gals suffering with body dismorphic disorder are in for a treat this season. Sure there were one or two pieces which were interesting in terms of shape but nothing we have not seen at Balenciaga or Balmain.

Photo: Yannis Vlamos / GoRunway.com

Richard Nicoll - Choosing some French movie from the 1960's as inspiration may be seen to be very clever and convey the impression that one has an appreciation for cult cinema however for a movie (L'Enfer), that was deemed incomplete, this collection just bored me to death. Who with any sane mind is adding this into their buying input for Spring/Summer 2012? Cool soundtrack to the show though!

The good parts are on the next installment!

MILAN FASHION WEEK - BACKSTAGE GUCCI & SELECTED LOOKS

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 11:26:00 +0000


Love the double handbags!

THINGS WE LOVE THIS MONTH!

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 16:07:00 +0000

Here are some of the things that we adore this Christmas....

1. Ralph Lauren Scented Candles for home. Available from A2 in Cape Town at the V&A Waterfront or from Apsley House in Hyde Park, Johannesburg

2. 'GRACE - 30 Years of Fashion at Vogue' by Peter Lindbergh, Mario Testino, Bruce Weber and Grace Coddington available on Amazon

3. If you are in Cape Town this season try and go to Truth....its a great coffee experience and will possibly never make you want to have another cup elsewhere. For true lovers of caffeine.... You can find this coffee haven at Prestwich Memorial, 1 Somerset Rd, Green Point in Cape Town or at the V&A Waterfront.

4. If you have an Iphone or Ipod then download the Viber app. It will cut your phone bill down this festive season and works well!

5. For the best sun protection this summer try the Anthelios range by La Roche-Posay. Absolutely brilliant product and you can try buying this on Amazon as well as we have not found anyone in SA stocking it as yet!

6. For a laugh and especially for the kids get some Insta Snow. It works wonders. So if you have any friends travelling from the UK pick some up at Harrods or Hamleys!

GAVIN RAJAH HOMEWARE COLLECTION 2010/11

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 18:37:00 +0000

Available through our studio in Cape Town +27 (0) 21 424 7842/9 or email info@gavinrajah.com

Stone Linen available in 600 thread count extra long staple cotton in satin finish with luxurious embroidery and White Linen available in 800 thread count extra long staple cotton in satin finish with same embroidery design.

WOOL & CASHMERE THROW FOR BEDS

STONE LINEN COLLECTION

STONE LINEN COLLECTION - EMBROIDERY DETAIL

GAVIN RAJAH HIGH SUMMER EVENING COLLECTION - WORLD AIDS DAY BENEFIT

noreply@blogger.com (Anonymous) — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 09:54:00 +0000