Bonang Matheba, Boity Thulo, Elaine and more stepped out in Gucci as the Italian luxury fashion house celebrated its Cape Town store opening
Cape Town’s luxury fashion scene welcomed a touch of Italian glamour as Gucci celebrated its store opening on 23 October 2026, bringing together some of South Africa’s most recognisable names in fashion and entertainment.
Among those dressed for the occasion were Bonang Matheba, Boity Thulo, Elaine, Dylan Wentzel, Daniela Canny and Shiela Ho, each showcasing a distinctive interpretation of Gucci’s signature aesthetic.
From sharp tailoring and luxurious silk to monogrammed statement pieces, the evening offered a glimpse into the House’s evolving design language, with several guests wearing looks from its Primavera Fall Winter 2026 collection.
Bonang Matheba Makes a Statement in Gucci Tailoring
Never one to shy away from a fashion moment, Bonang Matheba attended the celebration wearing Look 61 from Gucci’s Primavera Fall Winter 2026 collection.
Her ensemble featured a light wool double-breasted jacket, a silk poplin shirt and matching light wool trousers. The tailored silhouette delivered a sophisticated take on power dressing, reinforcing Bonang’s reputation as one of South Africa’s leading style personalities.
Boity Thulo Embraces Pinstripe Power Dressing
Boity Thulo opted for a striking Gucci pinstripe silk-wool blazer and trouser combination, bringing a contemporary edge to classic tailoring.
She completed the look with Gucci Donna pumps and a Medium Shoulder Bag crafted from dark silver metallic GG coated canvas, finished with the House’s recognisable Horsebit detail.
The result was a confident, polished ensemble that placed tailoring firmly in the spotlight.
Elaine Takes on Gucci’s Iconic Monogram
South African singer Elaine embraced Gucci’s instantly recognisable GG motif with a coordinated look featuring a GG cotton canvas zip jacket and matching shorts.
She paired the ensemble with Gucci’s Women’s Savoy GG Canvas Boots, creating a bold head-to-toe monogram moment.
The look brought a youthful, playful energy to the celebration while highlighting the enduring appeal of Gucci’s heritage patterns.
Dylan Wentzel Gives Luxury Denim a Contemporary Twist
Dylan Wentzel kept things understated in Look 8 from the Primavera Fall Winter 2026 collection.
His outfit combined a black satin stretch jersey crewneck T-shirt with light blue, bleached stone-washed cotton denim high-waisted trousers, finished with a Gucci leather label.
The pairing demonstrated the House’s more relaxed approach to luxury dressing, where elevated fabrics meet everyday wardrobe staples.
Daniela Canny and Shiela Ho Showcase Gucci’s Softer Side
Daniela Canny brought texture and print to the occasion in Look 38 from Gucci’s Primavera Fall Winter 2026 collection.
Her ensemble featured a shearling bomber jacket layered over a printed silk crêpe de chine shirt and matching midi skirt, balancing statement outerwear with fluid femininity.
Shiela Ho, meanwhile, chose Look 15 from the same collection, wearing a white wool coat with a silk shirt and stretch acetate duchesse trousers.
Both looks highlighted the collection’s contrasting textures, refined fabrics and contemporary silhouettes.
A Fashionable Moment for Gucci in South Africa
The Cape Town celebration brought together established luxury codes and modern personal style, with each guest offering a different perspective on the Italian fashion house.
From Bonang Matheba’s commanding tailoring to Elaine’s playful monogrammed ensemble, the event placed Gucci’s latest designs in the spotlight while celebrating the personalities shaping South Africa’s fashion conversation.
With its Cape Town store opening, Gucci marked another moment in its South African retail presence, bringing Italian luxury and local star power together for a memorable occasion.
Images courtesy of Gucci.
