Architects, fashion designers and tastemakers descend on Johannesburg’s premium design event
Congolese-born, South Africa-based artist Cinthia Sifa Mulanga collaborated with Italian luxury fashion brand Gucci in a tribute to the late Princess Diana
André Leon Talley injected much-needed intellectualism into fashion, inspiring others to find their feet
‘Just when I was at my lowest — sprawled on my couch four months ago — I was pulled back to my feet by the past’
For MaXhosa creator Laduma Ngxokolo there is nothing like a Drake or Eddie Murphy rocking his designs
Meet the designers working to create a circular future for the island
Lockdown forced reluctant South African clothing retail stores online: although foot traffic in brick-and-mortar stores remains important in a mall culture like ours, the secret to success is innovation
Lesiba Mabitsela’s multidisciplinary project interrogates the influence of modernity through examining the intersections between fashion and architecture
Reviving our industry to its former glory is possible. We have the infrastructure, talent, and a population that is eager to work. Now we just need consumer buy-in.
How we choose to dress is an instrument to communicate personal, race, class, gender and identity politics, as discussed in this extract from ‘Born to Kwaito’
Photographer Lebogang Tlhako uses collage to explore making up something that isn’t there
The fashion business is going digital to attract consumers in the absence of being able to physically parade its wares
Founder Robyn Keyser chats to us about how she and her utilitarian fashion brand are surviving the lockdown
Sandile Mhlongo is a self-taught art director who draws his inspiration from several disciplines, including fashion, carpentry and gaming
With vulnerability being the work’s primary reference, the ceramic jewellery made and designed by Githan Coopoo is more than adornment
Oxfam report reveals 100% of workers surveyed at Bangladeshi factories which make clothes for H&M and Cotton On are unable to make ends meet.
Three years into a globally appraised luxury fashion business this designer is investing in honesty and environmental integrity
Bonded by history as much as the present, the two genres of expression work together effortlessly
"Feelings are at the core of everything we do and yet we do not give them the intellectual, personal and public attention they deserve".
An Indian immigrant-turned-milliner built the iconic Master Mansions, which stands firm amid the wind of change
Tunisian designers are making their mark with outfits inspired by their country’s heritage
Siphamandla Dlamini wants to collaborate with visionaries.
There’s an eclectic mix of design and style in store but overall the impression is of comfort and ease.
Lukhanyo Mdingi is a fashion star on the rise. And while he’s shining on the international stage, his focus is on rebuilding his home ground.
The cash, the gossip and the general over-the-topness make for compelling viewing
Swedish fashion retailer H&M has just launched in SA, but has already managed to alienate the country’s 80% black population in just 140 characters.
Acclaimed young designer Lukhanyo Mdingi appreciates that it takes more than a pretty collection to build a brand that has staying power.
Legendary fashion designer Oscar de la Renta, who dressed first ladies from Jacqueline Kennedy to Laura Bush, has passed away at his US home.
Men are more willing than ever to spend on fashion, but there is room for growth in the local market and consumers need to take pride in SA design.
Fashion Weeks in Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi provide a showcase for local designers and are spurring similar events in neighbouring countries.
The designs of David Tlale, Anisa Mpungwe and Craig Jacobs – who have created couture for superfans of local soccer clubs – have been revealed.
From hoodies to a Speedo or a pair of pope-type shoes, your clothes make a statement about you.