South African TV host and content creator Kim Jayde is celebrating another major achievement after being named Best Fashion Icon at the South African Fashion Awards.
The fashion star received the award at the latest South African Fashion Awards (SAFA), which took place on Saturday at Hotel Sky in Sandton, Johannesburg. The win is especially meaningful for Kim because it marks the second consecutive year that she has taken home the Best Fashion Icon title.
Kim took to social media to share her excitement and gratitude after the special moment. She revealed that she did not expect to win and was so surprised that she had not even prepared an acceptance speech.
“‘BEST FASHION ICON’ @southafricafashionawards – as voted for by YOU THE PEOPLE, for representing South African fashion on local and international stages. I truly did not expect this, which is why I didn’t prepare a speech.
To the fashion industry that I love so much, thank you for loving me right back of All praise be to God that I get to live my dream!
Thank you to all of the organisers and sponsor @lorespresso_za !Words can’t express my gratitude – I cried my eyes out the second I left the stage THANK YOU!”
Kim also took a moment to thank the people who supported her and helped her reach the achievement. She credited her community for continuing to stand behind her and expressed how much their votes meant to her.
“My community lifted me UP! Thats why I stand ten toes down. Voted for BY THE PEOPLE – ‘Best Fashion Icon 2026’ @southafricafashionawards for the 2nd consecutive year
I’m so humbled. I’m so thankful! Thank you for every vote! To the event organisers and sponsors – thank you for a night that’s ONLY ABOUT CELEBRATING AFRICAN FASHION!”
The award adds to Kim’s growing reputation as a fashion personality who continues to showcase South African and African fashion both locally and on international platforms.
Winning the same award for two years in a row makes the moment even more special for the TV host and content creator. For Kim, the recognition is not only about her personal fashion journey but also about the support she has received from her community and the wider fashion industry.
With another Best Fashion Icon award now added to her achievements, Kim continues to celebrate African fashion while using her platform to shine a light on the creativity and talent within the industry – OK.
