Geingos debuts ‘Hawa’ fashion collection

Former first daughter Dângos Geingos recently collaborated with Zuriel by Luis Munana to unveil a fashion collection titled &#039;Hawa&#039; celebrating Namibia&#039;s past, present and future in a deeply personal showcase.Premiering at Windhoek Fashion Week’s 9th annual edition recently, the collection emerged with its narrative of healing, heritage and an embrace of Namibia’s future.According to Geingos, the name Hawa is derived from the Swahili word for “air,” “longing,” or “spirit” – and also pays homage to the original woman, Eve, embodying the essence of creation and rebirth. This symbolism became deeply personal for Geingos, who was encouraged by Munana to channel her creativity after the passing of her father, the late president Hage Geingob, earlier this year. “This collection was born from a place of loss but evolved into a journey of gratitude,” Geingos said.“Through Hawa, I wanted to eternalise the incredible gift my father left me: the freedom to become who I am. It was an invitation to embrace the grace that comes with transition, and I wanted to convey reverence.”At the heart of Hawa was a design process rooted in storytelling. The collection explores modern Namibian style, blending comfortably chic, ready-to-wear looks with a bold interplay of prints. Every element was made locally, with the aim of achieving sophistication and ease.Signature piecesIn a press statement, Geingos said the collection’s design motifs draw inspiration from a resort wardrobe as Namibia transitions into the much-anticipated December mode – a time of well-earned relaxation.Signature pieces, like the wrap skirt, anchor Hawa’s narrative. This stand-out design symbolises the dignity of African heritage through traditional values and customs, while its modern styling reflects Namibia’s dynamic future.The runway presentation was elevated by appearances from some of Namibia’s big names. Actress and presenter Selma Kamanya made a celebrated re-entry to the runway, while musicians Lioness, Waters and Ian Lovly each embodied the allure of creative liberation that Hawa sought to capture.Art can healMunana, the visionary behind Zuriel and Windhoek Fashion Week, remarked: “Hawa is more than a collection; it’s a story of rebirth, of looking back to honour where we come from while stepping boldly into where we’re going. Working with Dângos has been a reminder of how art can heal and inspire.”Windhoek Fashion Week once again cemented its place as a beacon of Namibian creativity on the global stage, and Hawa stood as a powerful testament to the beauty of collaboration and storytelling.A visual debut of this conceptual collection is set for January 2025, with made-to-order purchase options available now.

Geingos debuts ‘Hawa’ fashion collection

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Namibian Sun 2025-04-03

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