Showing posts with label South Africa. Show all posts
Showing posts with label South Africa. Show all posts

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

FABULOUS FINDS : BAGTHIS




South African  handbag label BagThis was launched this year. Its a range of handmade handbags and purses everything from backpacks to clutches and  purses. Aaliyah the designer of the line is  inspired by african prints like shweshwe and ankara, the colors and prints are usually so colorful and interesting, its no surprise that many of her bags are made from these beautiful fabrics. She is also inspired by the idea of creating something pretty with her hands that someone else can appreciate and enjoy. She will be launching her website soon so in the meantime  check out the pictures of her work below 


Saturday, December 10, 2011

REAL LIFE: SOUTH AFRICAN SINGER MSHOZA WANTS TO BE WHITE

 I am adding a new section to this blog where I am going to talk about real life situations and we can discuss to keep the blog interesting. So I stumble upon this story on AfriPOP today about South African singer Mshoza bleaching her skin. AfriPOP reports that
this week she appeared on the popular South African talk show Motswako to declare her “passion to be white”. The horrified interviewer, Penny Lebyane, later said “Yes I was angry, Yes I took it personal! Yes I even wanted to shake her so I can get her to realize what she’s doing to herself!”

Monday, October 17, 2011

The nominations are in for Africa Fashion Awards

Africa fashion international just announced the nominations for African's biggest fashion awards. Africa fashion week will start next week in South Africa presenting the work of designers from all over Africa. I wish there was a way of watching the awards show live via stream .  Did your fave designer made the cut ? check it out 

Monday, July 4, 2011

Lookbook: The Journey Through Time Part 1 by K H E T K H U M


Primrose Vundla is the head  Designer of Cape town  based fashion house KHETKHUM Clothing.  Khetkhum aims to create a new experience with every piece made. They create clothing that is relaxed, with a hint of Africa. They do work with student designers to create different looks. This is their latest lookbook called The journey Through Time.

Saturday, July 3, 2010

2010 Africa fashion week :Thula Sindi/Boudior D-Huitres








Thula Sindi

What a great way to end the Africa fashion week . The collections were all spectacular . I hope that this will  give more exposure to African designers  and give them a chance in the  fashion world .
















Boudoir D'Huitres
 Ghanaian born Mimi Plange  Grew up in  California  and moved to New York after graduating with  degree in architecture  and spent eight years as a consultant to the fashion industry. As per her  website  she draws her inspiration  from her mother.  Lovely  collection !!
 Photo :Simon Deiner / SDR Photo

Thursday, April 1, 2010

2010 South Africa Fashion week:Palesa Mokubung

When I saw the collection of Palesa Mokubung I was blown away. This is by far the collection that really caught my attention during  SA fashion week because of the futuristic concepts, color and silhouettes and of the designs.Do you like it?

Sunday, March 14, 2010

African Swimwear designers

Yes guys you saw the title right African Swimwear Designers. Although spring is around the corner here on Ciaafrique I am already thinking about the sun in summer after e all I was born and raised in one the hottest countries in the world . Anyhow today I took some time to research and found some of hottest  African swimsuit designers. I am sure there are plenty more out there but so far these are my favorite. If you know more please hit me up so I can post it .


lalesso is most definitely one the hottest line out there .  




  Aya Morrison does not need not any introduction here on ciaafrique . I have posted about this young  talent from Ghana already in the past  and the line is by  far my favorite one.

Bantu  wax is one of the most  talked about swim wear online. They have captivated the world with their vibrant designs


We all know that black coffee was  at the 2010 Arise fashion week. I was surprised  to learn  that they make Swimwear .




This is the  swim wear line of Stoned cherrie from South Africa.


There you have it  Afronistas , All of the Above  designers make other stuff like , shoes, handbags and clothes. I hope you  are getting beach ready  because  summer is only  3 months away. Stay Fabulous !!!!!!!!

Do you like what you see? then don't forget to check out my African designers Directory to Discover more talents.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

KHOSI NKOSI Fashion House



According to their facebook page Khosi Nkosi Fashion House was founded by a young, selfless, artistic and creative designer, who was inspired by African Role models to start her own fashion house.This is her reflection, understanding and passion towards fashion, while enriching the hearts and lives of the people.The khosi Nkosi garments are inspired by what the brand essence stands for:Strong, African, Modern, Nubile woman that loves and respects herself and pays attention to details.

Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Mantsho designs By Palesa Mokubung

Mantsho designs By  Palesa Mokubung



According to her website Palesa studied clothing production in college. she later landed a job in one of South African] most prestigious fashion houses stoned Cherie. The designs are vibrant ,expressive, and bold. I personally love the designs, I still ask myself why to we need European clothing when we have all of these amazing designers in Africa. Here are some picture from this year Salam fashion courtesy of ifashion


Mantsho designs By  Palesa Mokubung


Mantsho designs By  Palesa Mokubung

Mantsho designs By  Palesa Mokubung
Check out the details on this dress ,this requires a lot work, I love it
Mantsho designs By  Palesa Mokubung
To find out more about this talented designer check out her website here

'till next time Afro- Fashionistas !

Monday, May 18, 2009

South African designer DAVID TLALE


David Tlale the Designer

David Tlale is a south African Fashion designer. His designs are memorable, unpredictable and elegant. He designs for both men and women that want to be bold but yet classy.Tlale has won and has been nominated for number of prestigious fashion awards. He was the winner of the 2003 SAFW Elle New Talent Show Competition and he was one of four African designers, to showcase at the Paris Couture Fashion Week in July 2007. David a one of a kind and unique designer that has taken the world by storm and making all of us Afro fashion lovers proud. He is planning on becoming a top couture house in South Africa and be recognized all other the world. Below are some pictures and an interview conducted by Women24.com. Pictures Courtesy of Blueprint Magazine (online Magazine for south African fashion)

Sunday, May 17, 2009

Cheick Diallo the Malian designer


I finally decided to make my post on Cheik Diallo . I know you all might know him by now but one more time is always a blast . I personally beleive that he deserves a l ot more praise than he is getting . Below is a brief bio about him from Egodesign.ca

Cheick Diallo is a Malian designer born in Mali. He studied architecture in France at the - Ecole d'Architecture de Normandie - (School of Architecture of Normandie). He discovers design while studying there and decides to enrol on the furniture design course from 1992 to 1994 at the 'Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Création Industrielle' (National School of Industrial Design)- ENSCI, Paris.
Before his graduation in 1993, he wins a competition organised by the Museum of Applied Arts (or decorative arts) of Paris, thanks to his chair "Rivale" and his standard lamp "Ifen".
Since, he has worked with numerous French architecture agencies whilst continuing his researches and design work. His work is exhibited in France, United-States, South Africa as well as many other countries on a regular basis. Cheick Diallo is the founder of the "Association des designers africains" (Association of African Designers).
Source: egodesign.ca
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