Couture country: Durban July’s best celebrity fashion looks
Country chic: South Africa's biggest stars arrived at the Durban July on Saturday, nailing this year's fashion theme...
Black News 
The Durban July attracted some of the biggest celebrities in South Africa – including a Springbok and a politician – under its theme, “Country Allure”. The horse racing event, which doubles as a fashion extravaganza, took place at the Greyville Race Course in Durban
The main race was won by Note To Self, which bagged R10 million in prize money.
DURBAN JULY: CELEBRITY FASHION LOOKS
The Durban July has come and gone, leaving many memorable fashion moments.
This year’s theme for the horse racing event was “Country Allure”, and guests nailed their looks featuring cowboy hats and boots, equestrian-inspired ballgowns and cow-print accessories.
Celebs managed to pull off couture looks dressed in denim, leather and lots of fringes and tassels.
From Somizi to Sorisha and Malema to Makhadzi, take a look at the star-studded red carpet…
HORSE RACING TO FASHION EXTRAVAGANZA
The Durban July, which dates back to 1897, has evolved from merely a day at the races to one of Africa’s biggest fashion events.
In its early decades, the event came with a modest dress code, but these days it’s all about artistic expression and pushing boundaries.
Like Hollywood events such as the Met Gala, the Durban July carries a new theme every year. The event goes beyond sports betting and entertainment; it promotes tourism, creativity, and craftsmanship from emerging designers, and also serves as a networking event where fashion, entertainment, sport, and business overlap.
