Victorian Beauty Reimagined for the Modern Woman

Wekhrolou Kapfo - Diploma in Fashion Design

Wekhrolou Kapfo’s Spring/Summer 2026, Victorian Era Reimagined, the winner of The Heritage Reborn Award (Best modern twist on cultural attire), is a fresh, thoughtful reimagining of one of fashion’s most lauded eras. Drawing from the very structured silhouettes and romantic detailing of the Victorian era, the women’s wear range evolves the detailed layering with comfortable, practical, and sustainable elements, keeping up with the mindful and modern wardrobe.

This collection fights against the constrictive nature of ages gone by, especially tight corsetry and heavy wools, favouring soft cotton, lace, and organza instead. These lighter materials breathe ease into the garments, so while they hail from warm places like Goa, they remain steeped in the Victorian spirit and infused with modern-day versatility for everyday wear. Wekhrolou’s choice of colours: a stark black and white interspersed with light pink, strengthens the whole concept while giving a very lighthearted and bright appearance to settlements.

Blissfully complementing JDDA 2025’s theme – PAUSE, ‘Prioritising a Unique Sense of Ease’, Victorian Era Reimagined looks to the past for inspiration, honouring the historical beauty but taking away its unease. Minimal yet sophisticated, structured yet unfettered, so women can move, breathe and live in comfort.

Wekhrolou Kapfo’s collection is a perfect balance between past and present, style and sustainability, beauty and comfort. This collection invites us to honour the heritage while embracing change, where fashion can be both modern and meaningful.