Khosi Nkosi

Khosi Nkosi fashion house was founded by a young artistic designer, Nobukhosi Nkosi, who was inspired by african role models to start her own line. The Khosi Nkosi creations are true to african heritage, yet modern and classy.

Runways: Johannesburg
Awards: Young Designers Competition 2008

Khosi Nkosi is available at the following YDE stores:
•V&A Waterfront
•Cresta
•Rosebank
•Melrose Arch
•Centurion
•Menlyn

Image: kimgray.co.za

AVANT APPAREL

One of my fav brands: Avant Apparel!

Avant Apparel was founded in 2008 by the young and trendy duo, Bailey Allison and Lauren Du Plessis who's range is just as trendy and sophisticated as they are.

They are both Lisof Graduates. Their breakthrough came about when Afi Sa approached them to showcase their designs at MBFWJ 2011.
In 2011 they also received the award for "Best Savvy Emerging Fashion designer".

They are based in Parktown North Johannesburg. You can find their clothing at Egality in Parkhurst. Check out their blog www.iloveavant.blogspot.com


Photographer/ SDR Photo

THE TART BRAND

Tart is a ladies brand which was established in 2001 by Cari Stephenson. In 2010 the Tart family grew when Isabel de Villiers joined the team.
Tart started off with the t-shirt, but has evolved to include all aspects of leisure wear. The simple silhouettes and colourful energetic designs are appealing and oh so easy to wear.

I love Tart for many reasons. One being that the Tart philosophy matches that of my own, "if you look good, you will feel good." The Tart woman is described as an outgoing active woman, so me!
Another reason for my love for Tart is that it is PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN. All their products are produced locally. How awesome is that?
The tart studio is in Observatory, Cape Town.
Tart clothing is available at The Space stores and selected boutiques nation wide.

Image: afi.za.com

Designer Profile- Thula Sindi

On Sunday 28 October 2012 Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Africa Fashion Awards was held in Johannesburg.

Thula Sindi was honoured as SA Tourism Designer of the Year.

A little more about Thula.
Thula Sindi is one of South Africa's most well known young designers. He designs, manufactures and markets a women's fashion line. His creations are timeless, elegant and sophisticated.

Date of birth: 18 July 1983
Place of birth: Klerksdorp, Northwest Province South Africa
Education: National School of Arts Johannesburg. London International School of Fashion(Lisof)
First job: Head designer at Vlisco, a Dutch textile Company.
Runways: Paris, Hong Kong, Beijing, Lagos & New York.
Awards: Small Enterprise Development Agency, Best Youth Entrepreneur 2012.
SA Tourism Designer of the Year 2012

The Thula Sindi ready-to-wear collection is available at selected Edgars Stores nationwide.
Johannesburg- Melrose Arch & Sandton City
Cape town-V&A Waterfront
Durban- Pavilion

Photo via: thenewage.co.za