After a glorious 3 weeks in Zanzibar Island it was time to head back inland and visit some art and dance studios. I was a happy island girl, enjoying the sunsets, taking walks and making new friends. I spent time in Michamvi, Paje, Jambiani and Stone Town exploring and generally enjoying myself even though theContinue reading “Getting Seasick On A Zan Fast Ferries Zanzibar 2 Ferry”
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Originally Kasified Clothing Revealed Art Inspired Women’s Collection
This year Originally Kasified Clothing has been showing women’s collection starting with the Autumn/Winter collection that they showcased earlier this year at Soweto Fashion Week, which I absolutely loved. but by far this Spring/Summer collection inspired by elements of Art is my favourite.”Not only was it a part of this year’s plans but also becauseContinue reading “Originally Kasified Clothing Revealed Art Inspired Women’s Collection”
Abantu Book Festival
Abantu Book Festival kick of in SOWETO from the 6th to 10th of December 2016. The festival is the first of its kind and magnitude, not just in terms of location but to centre black writers and readers.Organised under the theme – Our Stories – the festival celebrates African stories through written and spoken word,Continue reading “Abantu Book Festival”
Bulbulia Threads In The Streets Of Johannesburg
I was first introduced to Bulbulia Threads on the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg runway this August and I instantly fell in love with the brand and the amazing work done by Tasleem Bulbulia who has been in the fashion industry for over 20 years (If you ask me she does not look a day overContinue reading “Bulbulia Threads In The Streets Of Johannesburg”
Review: African Crest Guest House
A couple of weeks ago I had the opportunity to spent time at African Crest Guest House located in Three Rivers in Vereeniging in the Vaal triangle. My partner and I arrived on Friday night and we were served dinner that was specially prepared by African Crest Ronnie. African Crest Guest house has beenContinue reading “Review: African Crest Guest House”
Diva Designs By Brenda Quin Shown At Durban Fashion Fair
Brenda Quin showcased for the first time at Durban Fashion Fair revealing a collection called ‘The Rhythm of Africa” which featured lots of colours while embracing the African Queen trend in headwraps and beads. Brenda travels through Africa a lot and that is where she drew her inspiration showcasing the vibrancy of Africa and theContinue reading “Diva Designs By Brenda Quin Shown At Durban Fashion Fair”
Tuelo Nguyuza Collectiv Bridal Range Brings A Spin To Traditional Wedding Dresses
Collectiv Culture Taking inspiration from the multiple cultures in South Africa, TN Collectiv’s bridal range Collectiv Culture caters for the western woman looking for a modern twist on traditional wedding dresses. Instead of creating looks that already exist, Collectiv Culture has taken what is currently available for brides looking for traditional wedding dresses and reinventingContinue reading “Tuelo Nguyuza Collectiv Bridal Range Brings A Spin To Traditional Wedding Dresses”
Couture D’Afrique by #MBFWJ And Puma Select
ADAMA PARIS My favourite shows at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg was Couture D’Afrique which featured 12 designers from the rest of Africa. I truly enjoyed Senegalise fashion designer Adama Paris‘ show with amazing headwraps and layering like I have never seen before. I loved the patterns and the styling really represents the modern woman thatContinue reading “Couture D’Afrique by #MBFWJ And Puma Select”
#MBFWJ: NN Vintage Perfectly Portrays The African Queen Trend
Last night NN Vintage wowed fashion lovers with a star-studded showcase at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg in Sandton. I was eager to see what NN Vintage had in store for us because I have always been impressed by their previous collections. I really relate to the garments and I am definitely the kind of womanContinue reading “#MBFWJ: NN Vintage Perfectly Portrays The African Queen Trend”
#MBFWJ: Colour By Nandi Mngoma And Inga Madyibi
Nandi Mngoma and Inga Madyibi made their label debut at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg last night in Sandton. It truly was a great collection with lots of colour from the garments themselves and the choice of make-up. It’s a chilled back collection for a woman who loves to look great but still look simple. IContinue reading “#MBFWJ: Colour By Nandi Mngoma And Inga Madyibi”
Afrikan Princess 