CALLING ALL SOUTH AFRICAN CREATIVES
DRIVING CULTURE FORWARD
Celebrating 100 Cultural Innovators Shaping South Africa's Creative Future
Deadline: 23 November 2025
CALLING ALL SOUTH AFRICAN CREATIVES
DRIVING CULTURE FORWARD
Celebrating 100 Cultural Innovators Shaping South Africa's Creative Future
Deadline: 23 November 2025
CALLING ALL SOUTH AFRICAN CREATIVES
DRIVING CULTURE FORWARD
Celebrating 100 Cultural Innovators Shaping South Africa's Creative Future
Deadline: 23 November 2025
CALLING ALL SOUTH AFRICAN CREATIVES
DRIVING CULTURE FORWARD
Celebrating 100 Cultural Innovators Shaping South Africa's Creative Future
Deadline: 23 November 2025
Calling Johannesburg's photographers, Durban's stylists, and Cape Town's fashion designers. Let celebrate you the movement makers, driving culture forward.
Calling Johannesburg's photographers, Durban's stylists, and Cape Town's fashion designers. Let celebrate you the movement makers, driving culture forward.
ABOUT DC100
ABOUT DC100
DC Shoes, in collaboration with Creative Nestlings, is honoring the photographers, stylists, designers, artists, and cultural innovators who are shaping the next chapter of creativity in South Africa.
If you’re using creativity as a means of movement and culture as a form of expression, this is for you.
DC100 is more than just a list; it’s a platform that recognizes South Africa’s cultural visionaries. We are highlighting 100 individuals who are advancing culture through their contributions in fashion, photography, design, music, visual arts, and more.
This is about identifying the cultural power behind the culture.
Calling Johannesburg's photographers, Durban's stylists, and Cape Town's fashion designers. Lets celebrate you the movement makers, driving culture forward.
ELIGIBILITY:
ELIGIBILITY:
Based in South Africa
Based in South Africa
Actively working in one or more of the 16 creative & cultural industries
Actively working in one or more of the 16 creative & cultural industries
Age: 18-35 years old
Age: 18-35 years old
Demonstrated cultural impact through work, not just follower count
Demonstrated cultural impact through work, not just follower count
You can nominate yourself, a peer or a collective :)
You can nominate yourself, a peer or a collective :)
SELECTION CRITERIA:
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Photographers capturing the new visual language of South African youth culture
Photographers capturing the new visual language of South African youth culture
Stylists redefining fashion narratives
Stylists redefining fashion narratives
Designers building at the intersection of function and culture
Designers building at the intersection of function and culture
Visual artists pushing creative boundaries
Visual artists pushing creative boundaries
Cultural strategists shaping how brands connect with communities
Cultural strategists shaping how brands connect with communities
Content creators documenting the scene
Content creators documenting the scene
Frequent Questions
Frequent Questions
Frequent Questions
Can I nominate myself?
Absolutely. Self-nomination is encouraged. We want to hear from you.
Can I nominate multiple people?
Yes. Submit a separate form for each nominee.
How are the final 100 selected?
Based on cultural impact (40%), creative innovation (30%), community influence (20%), and alignment with DC's "Driving Culture Forward" ethos (10%). A curation panel including Creative Nestlings, DC Shoes, and industry advisors from across South Africa's creative economy will make final selections.
Is this only for established names?
No. We're specifically looking for emerging voices (2-5 years in practice) alongside established innovators. Cultural impact matters more than years in the industry.
What happens after I'm selected?
Selected individuals will be profiled across Creative Nestlings and DC platforms, invited to exclusive events, and connected to collaboration opportunities with DC and Boardriders brands. You'll also join the DC100 alumni network for ongoing connection and opportunities.
Can I nominate myself?
Absolutely. Self-nomination is encouraged. We want to hear from you.
Can I nominate multiple people?
Yes. Submit a separate form for each nominee.
How are the final 100 selected?
Based on cultural impact (40%), creative innovation (30%), community influence (20%), and alignment with DC's "Driving Culture Forward" ethos (10%). A curation panel including Creative Nestlings, DC Shoes, and industry advisors from across South Africa's creative economy will make final selections.
Is this only for established names?
No. We're specifically looking for emerging voices (2-5 years in practice) alongside established innovators. Cultural impact matters more than years in the industry.
What happens after I'm selected?
Selected individuals will be profiled across Creative Nestlings and DC platforms, invited to exclusive events, and connected to collaboration opportunities with DC and Boardriders brands. You'll also join the DC100 alumni network for ongoing connection and opportunities.
Can I nominate myself?
Absolutely. Self-nomination is encouraged. We want to hear from you.
Can I nominate multiple people?
Yes. Submit a separate form for each nominee.
How are the final 100 selected?
Based on cultural impact (40%), creative innovation (30%), community influence (20%), and alignment with DC's "Driving Culture Forward" ethos (10%). A curation panel including Creative Nestlings, DC Shoes, and industry advisors from across South Africa's creative economy will make final selections.
Is this only for established names?
No. We're specifically looking for emerging voices (2-5 years in practice) alongside established innovators. Cultural impact matters more than years in the industry.
What happens after I'm selected?
Selected individuals will be profiled across Creative Nestlings and DC platforms, invited to exclusive events, and connected to collaboration opportunities with DC and Boardriders brands. You'll also join the DC100 alumni network for ongoing connection and opportunities.
Can I nominate myself?
Absolutely. Self-nomination is encouraged. We want to hear from you.
Can I nominate multiple people?
Yes. Submit a separate form for each nominee.
How are the final 100 selected?
Based on cultural impact (40%), creative innovation (30%), community influence (20%), and alignment with DC's "Driving Culture Forward" ethos (10%). A curation panel including Creative Nestlings, DC Shoes, and industry advisors from across South Africa's creative economy will make final selections.
Is this only for established names?
No. We're specifically looking for emerging voices (2-5 years in practice) alongside established innovators. Cultural impact matters more than years in the industry.
What happens after I'm selected?
Selected individuals will be profiled across Creative Nestlings and DC platforms, invited to exclusive events, and connected to collaboration opportunities with DC and Boardriders brands. You'll also join the DC100 alumni network for ongoing connection and opportunities.
Can I nominate myself?
Absolutely. Self-nomination is encouraged. We want to hear from you.
Can I nominate multiple people?
Yes. Submit a separate form for each nominee.
How are the final 100 selected?
Based on cultural impact (40%), creative innovation (30%), community influence (20%), and alignment with DC's "Driving Culture Forward" ethos (10%). A curation panel including Creative Nestlings, DC Shoes, and industry advisors from across South Africa's creative economy will make final selections.
Is this only for established names?
No. We're specifically looking for emerging voices (2-5 years in practice) alongside established innovators. Cultural impact matters more than years in the industry.
What happens after I'm selected?
Selected individuals will be profiled across Creative Nestlings and DC platforms, invited to exclusive events, and connected to collaboration opportunities with DC and Boardriders brands. You'll also join the DC100 alumni network for ongoing connection and opportunities.
Can I nominate myself?
Absolutely. Self-nomination is encouraged. We want to hear from you.
Can I nominate multiple people?
Yes. Submit a separate form for each nominee.
How are the final 100 selected?
Based on cultural impact (40%), creative innovation (30%), community influence (20%), and alignment with DC's "Driving Culture Forward" ethos (10%). A curation panel including Creative Nestlings, DC Shoes, and industry advisors from across South Africa's creative economy will make final selections.
Is this only for established names?
No. We're specifically looking for emerging voices (2-5 years in practice) alongside established innovators. Cultural impact matters more than years in the industry.
What happens after I'm selected?
Selected individuals will be profiled across Creative Nestlings and DC platforms, invited to exclusive events, and connected to collaboration opportunities with DC and Boardriders brands. You'll also join the DC100 alumni network for ongoing connection and opportunities.
From the streets to the studios, from the sketches to the soundtracks
SOUTH African creatives are redefining what culture means.
Through the DC100, Creative Nestlings and DC Shoes are celebrating those voices, stories, and ideas that move us all forward.
Join us in recognising the people building tomorrow’s culture today.
From the streets to the studios, from the sketches to the soundtracks
SOUTH African creatives are redefining what culture means.
Through the DC100, Creative Nestlings and DC Shoes are celebrating those voices, stories, and ideas that move us all forward.
Join us in recognising the people building tomorrow’s culture today.
From the streets to the studios, from the sketches to the soundtracks
SOUTH African creatives are redefining what culture means.
Through the DC100, Creative Nestlings and DC Shoes are celebrating those voices, stories, and ideas that move us all forward.
Join us in recognising the people building tomorrow’s culture today.
From the streets to the studios, from the sketches to the soundtracks
SOUTH African creatives are redefining what culture means.
Through the DC100, Creative Nestlings and DC Shoes are celebrating those voices, stories, and ideas that move us all forward.
Join us in recognising the people building tomorrow’s culture today.
From the streets to the studios, from the sketches to the soundtracks
SOUTH African creatives are redefining what culture means.
Through the DC100, Creative Nestlings and DC Shoes are celebrating those voices, stories, and ideas that move us all forward.
Join us in recognising the people building tomorrow’s culture today.
From the streets to the studios, from the sketches to the soundtracks
SOUTH African creatives are redefining what culture means.
Through the DC100, Creative Nestlings and DC Shoes are celebrating those voices, stories, and ideas that move us all forward.
Join us in recognising the people building tomorrow’s culture today.