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Image by Fabrice Malard Update: Imane Ayissi , AW 20-21 Haute Couture Fashion week, Paris For a different view..
Here’s a new and fun way to get to know some sustainable fashion brands New News…. Newly launched instagram filter ”..
Nikiwe Dlova is a 32 year old creative artist from the heart of South Africa, Soweto, who loves expressing herself..
The fact that Summer has come & gone and made way for Winter is probably one of the most comforting..
If we cannot control this passage of time in our lives, what do we do?
How to stay in control when everything seems so out of control #covid19 #lockdown
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The Easter holidays have taken a left turn this year due to the effects of COVID-19 which has basically put..
Its #Day12 of being at home during the 21 day South African Lockdown due to #COVID-19…and tbh, from a drinks..
You might have seen SA Fashion Handbook’s latest offering, “Insta interview series” which consists of an Instagram Direct Message interview/conversation..
Johannesburg, South Africa. The #21daylockdown currently in place to combat #COVID_19 in South Africa means being at home for 24..
Helpful hints to stay healthy in the time of #Corona and beyond As we (try) settle in to a new..
African Fashion International (AFI) was established as part of an unequivocal determination to propel and restore refined African fashion brands on..
Here’s how you can make your Fashion Designer dreams come true Two different projects offering career-changing opportunities for emerging and..
Design Indaba has become a respected institution on the global creative landscape, based on the foundation of our annual festival..
Nandi Dlepu, creative entrepreneur and founder of “Mamakashaka”, an agency that creates authentic arts, lifestyle and cultural experiences for individuals, brands..
South African Menswear Week is Africa’s the only platform that has made it its mission to dedicate the development and..
Whether you’re spending it with your romantic partner or any other loved one (including yourself), Valentine’s day is a time..
Publisher of SA Fashion Handbook speaks on 2020, future plans and more. Twenty-Twenty It’s been a rocketing start to the..
Quick facts – Approximately 75 million people work to make our clothes. 80% of them are women between the ages..
Will the recent success of young African designers on the international stage, namely Thebe Magugu (South Africa) winning the LVMH..
From being a dancer – from the National Ballet of Cameroon to the company of french star Patrick Dupont-, to..
by @leannetrcy Here’s a round up of a few things I’m excited about this Summer. But first. Who else..
We talk to local designers and a fashion researcher to understand the influence and history of southern-African heritage textiles, today...
Cedric Mizero is a fashion designer who has an artistic approach to his work. Having grown up in Kigali, Rwanda,..
For the body Celery juice it Celery juice has many benefits such as clearer skin, improved digestion, less bloating, sustained..
We chat to Samantha Page of Evodia about sustainability in fashion. Her interests lie in sustainability and how it impacts..
Waseefa Hutton has always immersed herself in the fashion space, from watching her grandmother sew clothes, to learning about fashion..
All you need to know + the simple steps to take to get featured on the Fashion handbook South Africa’s..
Griffin Shea, is the owner of independent bookstore Bridge Books located in downtown Johannesburg. Founded in 2016, the stores focus..
An online collaboration with Hse of Bespoke Emporium not to be missed! Do you need to find the perfect dress..
First impressions. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s sprawling capital city, and the country’s commercial and cultural hub, smells like ‘home’. Now, I’m..
What started out as a Los Angeles skate and surf subculture style is now a globally understood and coveted fashion..
– The CO-OP is intended to be a collaboration hub for like-minded entrepreneurs who want their products to be experienced..
Its Summer 2019/2020 and there are so many new fashion trends and some old ones making a return. Here are..
The House of Lucent showcassed their AW20 collection at the South African fashion week and walked away as the New..
Some of the biggest names in Hollywood made their way to the E! People’s Choice Awards Sunday night. There is no award..
Under the fashion spotlight, long hemlines, draped silhouettes, wrist-length sleeves, headscarves and high necklines are taking centre stage. Modest Fashion..
Hashtag #FHBSummer is a content hub on our Instagram and Twitter for Fashion Creatives & Summer lovers. This segment is..
Every year new beauty trends emerge and while some may come and go, others stay or reappear. But with so..
7 easy and essential summer self care tips What if we flipped the script and said that if you feel..
Fashion Editorial outtakes from the Fashion handbook South Africa The Summer 2019 issue: The team: Cover star: @keneilwe_mothoaPhotographer: @buka_andilePhotographer assistant: @lebogangramfateArt Director: @le_thabsStylist: @_samstyles_Make up artist: @samusibiyaAssisted..
Seasoned Fashion Insider views on the local fashion landscape By Leanne Tlhagoane The rise of young local designers and African..
Keneilwe Mothoa a.k.a. ‘Aunty Nei’, our #Summer19issue cover star chats to us about her career as an interior and fashion..
Find out about what’s in the new Fashion handbook South Africa ‘The Summer ’19 issue’.
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The theme for the 6th edition of Kampala Fashion Week was ‘Temple’ and the location was at Yamasen Commercial space,..
As we countdown to our 2019 October issue, we thought we should share our top 10 favourite fashion editorials thus..
#publisherspick of Sunday fashion read Hands up if you can believe it’s the last Sunday in September already? And as..
5 mins with Melinda Wavamunno Press Director of Kampala Fashion week Never afraid to undertake a creative challenge , Kampala..
Born in the humble city of Kimberly, the capital and largest city of the Northern Cape province of South Africa,..
#publisherspick of Sunday fashion reads Starting in May 2019, the last Sunday of every month is reserved for the #Publisherspick..
H&M’S FIRST AFRICAN DESIGNER COLLABORATION #MANTSHOXHM H&M’s much anticipated collaboration with South Africa’s very own Palesa Mokubung launched August 15th,..
#publisherspick of Sunday fashion reads Half way through the year! Happy Sunday everyone! Today’s list of Sunday fashion reads give..
Europa Art helps the world, not just your wardrobe. In commemoration of Mandela Day, the acclaimed fashion brand has decided..
#publisherspick of Sunday fashion reads Here’s a list of fashion reads from around the world that I find either interesting,..
If you haven’t heard of Nicholas Hlobo before, now you know and Louis Vuitton is making sure of that! Having..
Be Local|Buy Local BL| BL” is a curated photo series using local influential South African fashion designers, including the likes..
Orange Culture‘s AW19 collection is a combative exploration of the confrontations faced by outcasts. It’s a “mind your business letter”..
It goes without saying that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and with Father’s Day nearing,..
Introducing fashion mentoring sessions Note from the publisher Hello Everyone! I’m really happy to be launching and introducing the first..
A Nicholas Coutts Retrospective. A Nicholas Coutts design speaks volumes for originality, craftsmanship and authenticity, forming part of a newer..
A lot of magazines, blogs, quizzes etc tell us that the clothes we wear mirrors who we are and that..
#publisherspick of Sunday fashion reads As it turns out, this last Sunday in May is the first of my #publisherspick..
Festival beauty and fashion looks continue to evolve beyond the expected bohemian and rock references to include creatively led and..
The future is circular As the global fashion industry is in the throes of necessary change, proactive designers and makers..
5 key things we can learn from Dapper Dan & his story. #whatdapperdansaid #dapperdanharlem #gucci #africa
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With his new Fall/Winter 2019/ 2020 ‘Perennial’ collection, Lukhanyo Mdingi consolidates the label’s sustainable approach South African Designer Lukhanyo Mdingi..
It goes without saying that Vintage is one of the greatest things to ever happen in fashion. Many love the..
One day to go until The Met Gala 2019. An annual fundraising event that takes place at the Metropolitan Museum..
If time is luxury, then self-love must be the ultimate in luxury. Here is our winter ‘me- time’ edit. ..
Ladysmith born seamstress, Patricia Bamusi, has been sewing buttonholes by hand since 1994 for local luxe brands such as David..
Caroline Greeff: A go-to conceptual make up artist who likes to push boundaries Where it all begin… Her love affair..
It is often said that winter is the most fashionable season of all seasons so we have complied a list..
A few years ago, I read the autobiography of fashion legend and icon Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel. It prompted in me..
One of the most eventful times of the year has arrived and although its origin is quite religious, there are..
The Art of Collaboration Annicia Manyaapelo , founder of NichLuxe -a business that focusses on Luxury in Africa with special interests..
Mantsho by Palesa Mokubung will be collaborating with H&M in its first South African designer collaboration, and a first for African Fashion...
Hanneli Rupert is the founder and Creative Director of Luxury Brand Okapi and Merchants on Long in Cape Town, one..
Glamour in the Palm of your hand, since 2008. ABOUT THE BRAND: With so many questions surrounding irons nowadays- about..
A designer who knows how to leave his imprint season after season, Mzukisi Mbane makes his mark on the South..
With winter sneaking up in the Southern Hemisphere, we all need something that will keep us from freezing to death..
Sustainable fashion in the luxury market is high up on the agenda of the Condé Nast International luxury conference happening..
In my second edition of the Fashion handbook South Africa (FHBSA), the April ’19 issue launches a conversation on Luxury,..
Fashion season is upon us and if you are attending, and a little anxious about how you’re going to approach..
In the second edition under new owner and publisher, the Fashion handbook South Africa (FHBSA) launches a conversation on Luxury,..
THE BRAND: A contemporary African print brand that prides itself in quality and affordablity. BEHIND THE BRAND: In 2015, Grace Bampile founded..
THE BACKSTORY: The shoes are produced by a heritage family-run factory, with 20 years in the shoe manufacturing industry behind..
SiSi the collection is all about the classic shirt with a twist. Here we get to meet the SiSi’s behind the..
