SAFA Winners
Celebrating the icons and innovators defining a new era of South African style.
2025 Award Winners
Boity Thulo
Best Fashion Influencer
Sponsored by Monday Republic
Kim Jayde
Best Fashion Icon
Sponsored by Skin Functional
Creative Glamour
Best Make-up Brand
Skin Functional
Best Skincare Brand
THE FIX
Best Fashion Retailer
Dunns
Best Fashion E-commerce Brand
Rasaq Akinwunmi
Best Male Model
Sponsored by Avante Brandy
Nondumiso Beattie
Best Female Model
Katlego Mokwana
Best Emerging Fashion Designer
Sponsored by Black Crown
Jawad Maphoto
Best Hair Stylist
Pierre Van Vuuren
Best Fashion Photographer
Sponsored by Los Lacos Tequila
Yarnh
Best Sustainable Fashion
Jenna Clifford
Best South African Jewellery Brand
Boys of Soweto
Best Streetwear Brand
Bathu
Best Footwear Brand
Vuyo Varoy
Best Makeup Artist
ICE Models
Best Modelling Agency
Pierre Van Vuuren
Best Fashion Photographer
Kim Jayde
Best Fashion Icon
Gert-Johan Coetzee
Outstanding Contribution to Fashion Award
David Tlale
Lifetime Achievement Award
Sponsored by Mentos
Thobeka Mbane
Best Stylist
Special Honours 2025
David Tlale
Lifetime Achievement Award
David Tlale is one of South Africa's most internationally recognised fashion designers. Over three decades, his couture, mentorship and global representation of South African fashion have earned him a standing as a national treasure. His Lifetime Achievement Award at the inaugural SAFA ceremony was met with a standing ovation that captured the full weight of his impact.
Laduma Ngxokolo / MAXHOSA AFRICA
Outstanding Contribution to Fashion Award
Laduma Ngxokolo is the visionary behind MAXHOSA AFRICA, a brand that has redefined the global perception of African knitwear and design. His Outstanding Contribution to Fashion Award recognises his role in placing South African craftsmanship on the world stage.
Gert-Johan Coetzee
Outstanding Contribution to Fashion Award
Gert-Johan Coetzee is a celebrated South African couturier whose gowns have dressed global icons. His Outstanding Contribution to Fashion Award honours his enduring influence on red carpet and bridal fashion.
Refilwe Modiselle
Outstanding Contribution to Fashion Award
Refilwe Modiselle is a trailblazing model and fashion pioneer. Her Outstanding Contribution to Fashion Award recognises her role in redefining beauty standards and championing diversity in the South African fashion industry.