F-uture
A-bility
V-ersatility
E-quity
L-ocomotive
O-ptimism
Favelo Catoure a brand by Sipho “Drew” which is an acronym for Future, Ability, Versatility, Equity, Locomotive and Optimism
I had a mini interview with Sipho
What is your brand name?
My brand name is FAVELO, which is an acronym for -future ability versatility equity locomotive optimism.
When did you start designing?
I have always had an interest in arts and crafts and developed an ability to design last year
Where do you see yourself in 5 years time?
In 5 years I see myself in France, publishing my own magazine and in the business of manufacturing clothes, and a design school to nature youth artistic portraits.
Who or what inspires your designs?
I am inspired by Ray Caesar and Riccardo Tisci of Givenchy, they play outside of the grounds of the ordinary
I am also inspired by animals, most pieces I make are made of animal fabric
Where can consumers find your designs?
Customers can find my clothes online on my site -and order online we do door to door delivery and soon international, soon they will be found at Ozlo clothing store in Maboneng Precinct, Nuf Nuf in Carlton centre
Email: sipho732@gmail.com
Twitter: @Favelo_Pariah
Where have you showcased your designs?
I have show cased my clothes at Hillbrow Theatre .