"Richard joined Maze clothing five years ago and became not only a valued colleague but also a close friend. By launching the Richard Bloom foundation his legacy will help many young designers achieve their dreams. Opening up opportunities for talented new designers, such as Deeva, would be something Richard would be proud to be associated with," says Port.
The Richard Bloom Benefit Show, taking place at the Bree Street Studios in Cape Town, will show the spring/summer 2007 collection of Craig Port as well as that of Deeva van der Merwe - the winner of the Pursuit magazine Fashion Eye competition - and is part of the Sanlam South Africa Fashion Week Regional Collections.
Deeva is an up-and-coming new designer selected by Craig, alongside Pursuit magazine, as an intern and is the first to benefit from the Richard Bloom Foundation. Craig, through the foundation, has been mentoring her in the development of her own collection for the event as well as funding the production of the collection and show.
Venue: The Daylight Studio
Bree Street Studios
17 New Church Street
Cape Town
Date: 3 August 2006
Time: 8.30pm for 9pm
Tickets: R 200.00 (in advance only)
For information on how to make a donation to the Richard Bloom Foundation or to get tickets for the event, contact Dawie Nathan on tel +27 (0)21 465 0488 or email .
