Gert-Johan Coetzee

Gert-Johan Coetzee (born 18 November 1987), is a South African fashion artist. His fashion atelier is based in Linden, Johannesburg in Gauteng province. He specialises in couture red carpet gowns, he also designs ready-to-wear range. Coetzee is known for dressing South African and international celebrities at red-carpet events. Quotes I’ve always loved the simplicity of a print newspaper paper because it’s such a good canvas for creating art. For this drop, I want people to know the genesis of my story and I feel like the articles that have been written about me in the media highlight my journey very well. I want people to know where I come from, as well as what the vision and mission of the GJC brand is. Also, conversational pieces always land better with audiences. The message I want to convey is that the world is your canvas and that your story is yours to tell.” As a creative, I often forget that coming up with cool ideas doesn’t come naturally to everyone. It’s only when I engage with people who aren’t in creative spaces that I realise the importance of our contribution to the world as creatives. My advice to young fashion designers is to believe in themselves and their crafts. It’s very important to bet on yourself. Be true to your unique creativity because that’s what sets you apart from everyone else. Help is not coming. This is a quote from one of my favourite authors, Mel Robbins. As harsh as it may sound, no one is coming to save you. It is completely up to you to put in the work and make your craft a success. Instead of waiting for your big break, work with where you are and what you have currently. With the designs on the denim range, I really want people to know how crazy I am But most importantly, I want to create something that people would like to wear for any occasion. Since denim is a timeless piece, the range will give classic chic, with some GJC pazazz External links Category: living people Category:Fashion designers from South Africa Category:1987 births