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The Coutts Collection F/W 2021 Lukhanyo Mdingi, designer of his namesake brand founded in 2015 and based in Cape Town South..
New York is the official kick starter to fashion month. And this pandemic has given small New York City based..
The Remix: Hip Hop X Fashion is a story about the love affair between NYC hip hop culture, the fashion..
Latest Fashion Lab talk In conversation with Fashion Lab Africa , publisher of Fashionhandbook SA, Leanne Tlhagoane chats to Liz..
The countdown to the end of year 2020 begins now.. This is it. Dec 1. There may well be some further..
It’s November? What?! Yeah, the Christmas trees and decor are up in the shopping malls, and the countdown to the..
Here’s all you need to know about Fashionhandbook South Africa’s new and exciting October Cover Challenge . We’re inviting you..
It’s October already. Not unexpectedly, October has arrived ushering in the last quarter of 2020. But it does feel rather..
Fashion Handbook SA Launches Online Designer Directory News Release: Johannesburg, 2 September 2020. The fashion publisher creates an online designer directory..
Welcome September. Even though globally we are still under the cloud of Covid-19, a new season is upon us. Spring..
Special Edition: Self Care Sunday As part of our inspired action on Women’s day 2020 (South Africa) here is a..
Written By @leannetrcy, owner/publisher of @safashionhandbook The future doesn’t change if we don’t. I’d like to acknowledge this Women’s Day..
Owner/Publisher @Leannetrcy and team are celebrating two years of Fashion Handbook SA. 2 years in. Allow us to reintroduce..
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 ”..
The fact that Summer has come & gone and made way for Winter is probably one of the most comforting..
The Easter holidays have taken a left turn this year due to the effects of COVID-19 which has basically put..
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..
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..
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,..
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..
What started out as a Los Angeles skate and surf subculture style is now a globally understood and coveted fashion..
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..
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’.
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,..
First Impressions. Over several weeks I shared by best advice and insight, gave guidance and perspective based on experience to..
#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,..
Be Local|Buy Local BL| BL” is a curated photo series using local influential South African fashion designers, including the likes..
Introducing fashion mentoring sessions Note from the publisher Hello Everyone! I’m really happy to be launching and introducing the first..
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
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..
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...
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 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..
With its reputation dating back to the 1900s, Melville is known to be a melting pot of food, people and..
Perhaps Cupid missed your shot this Valentine’s Day but instead of crying over your unrequited love for your crush, we..
The inaugural BRICS Fashion show was hosted by the South African government through the Department of Arts and Culture (DAC),..
In an effort to connect and expose SA designers to the remarkable South African Merino Wool fiber, Cape Wools SA..
Publishers note… Living through an unprecedented era of rapid change as we are now brings many things, but inevitably it’s..
From the fashion pages of the latest Fashion Handbook mag… Talented team: Cover muse: @solarisitu MUA: @orlioh Stylist:@chloe_andrea_the-creator Photographer:..