A New ‘Fashion Bridge’ Between Italy and South Africa
A new initiative called “Fashion Bridges – I Ponti della Moda” has been launched by Italy. The project aims to promote collaboration between the Italian and South African fashion industries.
Mandela’s Tailor Pathe’O on Mission to Boost African Fashion
Pathe’O has seen him rise from self-taught improviser to supplier to Africa’s wealthy and powerful, including Nelson Mandela.
Rwandan-born Fashion Designer Eli Gold Champions African Unity
Eli Gold, a Rwandan-born fashion designer and visual artist who settled in South Africa, uses art and fashion to express his passion for Africa.
South African Fashion Week Comes to a Close
After three days of shows shown by 28 artists, the virtual version of South African Fashion Week (SAFW) Spring/Summer 2021/22 ended on May 1st.
The Pioneering Cameroonian – Imane Ayissi
Imane Ayissi acknowledges that his early collections were not always good, but he persevered and steadily improved his textile and tailoring skills.
Some Facts About African Wax Fabrics
What comes into your mind when you think about wax fabrics? Though it’s called African wax fabrics, they were first originated in Indonesia.
The Rise of South African Fashion Designer Thebe Magugu
South African Fashion Designer Thebe Magugu became the first African fashion designer to win the prestigious award LVMH prize 2019.
How African Fashion industry ‘put food on the table’ for Africans
With the evolution of mankind, there came a time where the man developed a nag…
Investors Would be Wise to Watch Africa’s Designer Brands
“African fashion businesses are growing all the more sophisticated in their skills, teams and media…