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Find out about what’s in the new Fashion handbook South Africa ‘The Summer ’19 issue’.
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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 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..
If you haven’t heard of Nicholas Hlobo before, now you know and Louis Vuitton is making sure of that! Having..
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..
#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..
Ladysmith born seamstress, Patricia Bamusi, has been sewing buttonholes by hand since 1994 for local luxe brands such as David..
A few years ago, I read the autobiography of fashion legend and icon Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel. It prompted in me..
Hanneli Rupert is the founder and Creative Director of Luxury Brand Okapi and Merchants on Long in Cape Town, one..
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..
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..
“Tshepo The Jean Maker” was founded in 2015 by Tshepo Mahlala, a 27 year old entrepreneur, designer, stylist and creative...
A VISUAL STORY BY THEMBA MBUYISA WHAT IS IT: A new visual story from Johannesburg based visual artist, Themba Mbuyisa..
The inaugural BRICS Fashion show was hosted by the South African government through the Department of Arts and Culture (DAC),..
Kentse Masilo entered Project Runway South Africa for the opportunity to unlock one of her dreams. She shares exclusively with..
Cap A sleeve extending only a short distance from the shoulder and tapering to nothing under the arm. Balloon A..
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..
CONVOY The definition of convoy is travelling together in mutual support. Convoy is a collaborative retail space, established in the..
From the fashion pages of the latest Fashion Handbook mag… Talented team: Cover muse: @solarisitu MUA: @orlioh Stylist:@chloe_andrea_the-creator Photographer:..
Thebe Magugu has travelled to two international fashion capitals this year to present his namesake Fashion brand + his faux..
In Africa’s fashion industry, are seasonal collections relevant? The just completed Spring 2019 collections in Paris have effectively wrapped up..
Presenting the first digital cover for the new look Fashion handbook. Our cover stories feature the first Beauty report, reviewing..
Fast changing views of beauty are being driven by diversity, inclusivity and empowerment, reshaping what it is and what it..
Itumeleng Solar Baloyi, a wellness and self-care enthusiast shares her beauty story. On Affirmations Most of us probably don’t get..
It has been 21 years since Lucilla Booyzen returned from her adventures abroad as a model and show producer and..
Presenting the first cover for the new look Fashion Handbook. Our cover muse asked, “Why me?” Well, Here’s why. Words..
“Those who think of clothing exclusively in terms of this or next seasons’ fashion are missing the point a little...
Best known for bringing modern punk and new wave fashion into the mainstream, her enduring influence is born out of..
