05/06/2026
Durban is slowly turning Purple 💜
As we build up to the Hollywoodbets Durban July, we kicked things off with the first round of judging for the Young Designer Award — a celebration of creativity and the next generation of South African fashion designers.
The event took place at the Hollywoodbets Greyville Saddler’s Arm Room, where more than 130 aspiring designers showcased their garments and mood boards to the judging panel. The room was filled with excitement as each designer brought their own interpretation of this year's Country Allure theme to life through fabric, colour and design.
As part of our MyEducation Student Support Programme, the top three finalists will receive bursaries worth R70 000, R50 000 and R30 000 respectively, helping them take the next step in their design careers.
A heartfelt congratulations to the Top 25 semi-finalists. Your creativity and dedication have earned you a place in the next stage of the competition.
Next stop: the Young Designer Award semi-finals at the Hollywoodbets Gold Challenge this weekend — another exciting milestone on the road to the Hollywoodbets Durban July. 💜