South Africa raw to modest TORINO FASHION WEEK DESIGNERS PROFILES 1
1. Mother Nature Couture 3 2. Mother Board 3 3. Enza Management T/A Imara Jewellery.4 4. Alvada Creations....4 5. Ledikana Creations...5 6. KDC unique Designs...5 7. Deep Moon Trading.6 8. Susky..6 9. Sun Godddess.. 7 10. Scalo Designs. 7 11. Nina s Creations..8 12. LEMC Productions and Business Projects..8 13. Queendom..9 14. Ancient Beauty.9 15. Unexpected.10 16. Makgosi Creations..10 17. MSG Creations 11 18. Carlos Frietz.11 19. Royal Wardrobe 12 20. Abri Holdings 12 21. Sadi Joyce 13 22. EullyDoll.13 23. Puchulik 14 2
1. MOTHER NATURE COUTURE We specialise in African South African fabrics aesthetic focused with the Western modern cultures. We can be described as electric, house couture and contemporary. We use 100% cotton and indigo dye fibres. Patchwork and quilting is incorporated into the shweshwe to create unique, authentic, artistic finished designs. We ensure our designs are comfortable, timeless and stylish. Contact Person: Sphiwe Mirriam Sosibo Tel: 033 386 5232 Mobile: 082 325 2254 E-mail: mncouture57@gmail.com Address: 71 Bradshow Road, Bisley, Pietermaritzburg,Kwa Zulu Natal 2. MOTHERBOARD PROJECTS The Motherboard Project is a fashion and lifestyle brand for women and men with a taste for unique, elegant and sophisticated African products with an edge. We produce high-quality products that are unique, stylish and authentic. We pride ourselves in being able to design and create with detail that evokes real life connection between the garment and the customer. If fashion cannot bring up or at least contribute to a feeling or mood then it fails to be that which it essentially must do. We embrace the human touch brought about by our creative collaborations with the indigenous craft workers of Kwa-Zulu Natal, currently under the districts of UMzinyathi and UThukela. These women and men possess skills passed down from generation to generation that promise and deliver our own South African identity onto Motherboard designs. Contact Person: Bathabile Molefe Mobile: 076 037 3903 E-mail: racheltambourine@gmail.com Address: 71 Bradshow Road, Bisley, Pietermaritzburg, Kwa Zulu Natal 3
3. IMARA JEWELLERY IMARA is a Swahili word meaning strong and resolute. IMARA JEWELLERY is exclusively crafted for independent women of style, class and elegance. The jewels are made of beads but with a modern twist for the modern woman. Created by rural African women of rural parts of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa, IMARA JEWELLERY is specifically and custom made for women by women of all races, ethnicity, class and originality. It all began with a woman who had a vision to change the norm of the traditional Zulu craft by creating something of a phoenix from ashes to deliver a product that is both stunning, eye-catching and of good quality specifically designed for the modern woman to take on the world. IMARA has been showcased around the world and is still going far. IMARA jewels are made with meticulous attention and dedication to detail, made by 100% African women to deliver not only just a product but a heritage that has been passed down from generation to generation, with a modern twist to it. Contact Person: Khulile Truelady Mavundla Tel: 031 824 9427 Mobile: 071 659 9871/ 082 717 8702 E-mail: imaracraft@gmail.com 4. ALVADA CREATIONS Address: Office 80 Davenport Square, 89 Helen Joseph Road, bulwer, Durban, Kwa Zulu Natal. Alvada Creations specialises in high end funky couture. Our work is inspired by South African cultures and landscape. We produce ranges for women and men specialising with plus sizes ALVADA CREATIONS is co-owned and head designer Tshukudu Salva Phasha prides herself in knowledge of many aspects of fashion designs/clothing that are popular among women, youth and men of all age groups. Alvada produces garments that of high quality and fashion and uses the latest fabrics and styles that are sourced on the global market. Contact Person: Alvina Tshukudu Tel: 011 037 4407 Mobile: 071 105 7588 E-mail: alvadacreations@gmail.com Address: 1091 Ingonyama Street, Diepsloot West, Johannesburg, Gauteng 4
5. LEDIKANA CREATIONS Ledikana is a South African fashion and accessories brand based in Johannesburg. We specialise in the manufacturing of contemporary African garments, uniforms, hats, bags and other accessories. Our products are handcrafted by women, mostly retired pensioners who are sole breadwinners from the rural areas of Mpumalanga, Kwazulu-Natal, Eastern Cape and Gauteng. Ledikana empowers and develops the skills of women and celebrates all the cultures in South Africa. Contact Person: Mapholo Ratau Tel: 011 053 6553 Mobile: 083 307 3090 E-mail: mapholo@ledikana.com www.ledikana.com Address: 15 Weinberg Road, Lyndhurst, Johannesburg, Gauteng 6. KDC UNIQUE DESIGNS KDC Unique Designs produces woman and kids world class African styled designs and garments for both the South African and International market. KDC Unique Designs is a small local business based in Carletonville our aim is to add value to our community through creating work opportunities in this region. We are currently focused in the South African region supplying boutiques with quality designs.kdc Unique Designs is a small business that is committed to the supply of quality clothing and designs and to showcase the beauty and quality of South African made products both locally and internationally. In addition we are strongly committed to uplift the local community around KDC Unique Designs by training to South African Citizens and employing locally based Citizens. Contact Person: Elzaan Smith Tel: 018 786 2055 Mobile: 072 487 7714 E-mail: admin@mykdcd.com 5
Website: www.mykdcd.com Address: No 9 Beatrix Street, Oberholzer, Carltonville, North West 7. SUN GODDDESS A luxury fashion and lifestyle brand that designs, retails exclusive South African clothing and accessories. Sun Godd'ess was a dream the husbandand-wife team for a long time and they perceive their success as making a positive contribution to the reconstruction of the South African identity. The burning ambition behind the couple is to master the art of authentic indigenous South African design. Sun Goddess was founded on the idea of harvesting stories and images of South African Traditions through fashion. Our heritage stories celebrate a regal Africa that transcends time and fashion, with fashion as means of self-articulation. Contact Person: Thando Mangaliso Tel: 01 883 8890 Mobile: 061 716 3002 E-mail: sungoddessbrand@gmail.com/ fashion@sungoddess.com Website: www.sungoddess.co.za Address: Shop L 306 8. SCALO DESIGNS BY SELLO MEDUPI SCALO is a South African fashion brand that represents quality and style since 2009. Based in Johannesburg SCALO works on the basis of passion and creativity, fused with the dynamism of a Johannesburg attitude. It is a modern, sophisticated and futuristic brand. Revolutionising shape is paramount to the brands philosophy which brings out a great fit and a fluttering silhouettes. He brings out a fresh and innovative approach to design, in order to create wearable yet cutting edge clothes. Contact Person: Sello Medupi 6
Mobile: 082 394 5887 E-mail: sellomedupi@gmail.com Address: 10 Van Beek Street, Maboneng, Johannesburg, Gautengl 9. NINA S CREATIONS Nina Sedumedi Creations is a Design, Manufacture and supply of creative crafts, clothing and leather works specializing with ladies apparel, kiddies wear and Carnival costumes with its two known brands NINA madeinsouthafrica Creations which is the adult brand and Innocent Spirits which is the kiddies brand. We manufacture ladies and kiddies clothing, accessories and lifestyle products and carnival costumes using different modes. Most of our products are made using African prints and seshweshwe materials with a fusion of modern wear, this include stylish shoes both for adults and kids, traditional wedding outfits, beaded accessories, bags and more. We also courier products for our clients who are not able to collect from the studio both in Johannesburg and outside Contact Person: Nina Sedumedi Mobile: 072 109 3915 E-mail: sheismadesa@gmail.com Address: 102 Helen Joseph Street, President House, 4 th Floor,Johannesburg, Gautengl 10. LEMC PRODUCTIONS AND BUSINESS PROJECTS LEMC Productions is best known as Divine Touch by LEMC produces clothes of high quality with a neat finish. Our clothes have a hidden beauty and the secret is the Divine Touch. We specialise in wedding clothes. We make best outfits for all South African cultures and We are an existing proudly South African fashion house that provides the finest garments and designs made exclusively by us. Our brand resonates with all cultures internationally. Our brand is being sold internationally Contact Person: Tini Mashiapata Tel: 012 320 6110 Mobile: 082 464 1257 E-mail: tinilemc@gmail.com Address: 10 Van Beek Street, Maboneng, Johannesburg, Gautengl 7
11. ANCIENT BEAUTY Ancient Beauty is a clothing brand based in South Gauteng. We cater for the young and old, Urban to retro clothing. Our clients always feel confident, royal and classy in our garments. We bring out the beauty in all figures, body shapes and personalities. Ancient beauty aims to make African prints and culture garments acceptable everywhere, make it a lifestyle. African regalia not just for occasions but a way of life to celebrate African Heritage. Ancient Beauty client is a person of style, hip and happening. They understand that style endures. They are versatile in their thoughts, creative and Open minded, as they are not afraid to take a risk in fashion. We a fashion Brand for the retro street market, trendy and brave. Our love for leather and print differentiates us from the rest of the market. Contact Person: Portia Ratau Mobile: 071 504 5396 E-mail: pmratau@yahoo.com Address: 120 De Kprte Street, Brammfontein, Johannesburg, Gauteng. 12. QUEENDOMMMM We are customer centric small company that specialize in clothing for people befitting to be Kings and Queens who value style class fashion and detail. Based in the Johannesburg managed by 2 sisters aspires to be global brand that will cater for the international market. We specialize in designer garments, tailor made menswear, bespoke designs, Contact Person: Mobile: 079 707 4056 E-mail: tumi123nakedi@gmail.com Address: 2626 Avondale South, Small Farm, Evaton, Johannesburg, Gauteng 13. UNEXPECTED 8
Unxpected Clothing (UNX), is a manufacturing fashion house that specializes in custom and handmade sneakers, called UNX sneakers and bespoke clothing for women. The owner Lerato Senoko is a very innovative and is constantly evolving nad creating new products for the international market. She produces her own fabrics and specializes in African couture canvas, shweshwe (traditional) material and leather material shoes She conquering the international markets and one of the best things about the industry she operates is in is the creative liberty she enjoys, which she uses as a platform to express herself through her work and fashion ranges. Contact Person: Refilwe Lerato Sonoko Tel: Mobile: 072 698 7438 E-mail: unx.sneaker@gmail.com Address: 36 First Avenue, Westdene, Bloemfontein, Free State 14. MAKGOSI CREATIONS Makgosi Creations is a designer and manufacture of unique exotic african jewellery and accessories. Makgosi Creations makes many different designs in a form of Neckpieces, Earrings, Bracelets, Clush bags etc.etc. The Bloemfontein based manufacturer has always been fascinated by our culture of S.A Contact Person: Makgosi Motlolometsi Tel: 051 434 1200 Mobile: 083 497 005 E-mail: sellomedupi@gmail.com Address: 3482 Letoka Street, Phelindaba, Bloemfontein, Free State. 15. DEEP MOON TRADING 9
Mercia Ramagaga is a leading Fashion designer based in the North West of South Africa, she is known for impeccable taste and intense attention to details. She is well known in South Africa and supplies retailers and boutiques. They are a world class fashion & clothing label that has made a name for herself by dressing top Government, celebrities and other high profile private clients, she is also providing personal and bespoke services to private clients. Contact Person: Sphiwe Mirriam Sosibo Tel: 053 8715867 16. MSG DESIGNS Mobile: 072 113 9949 E-mail: lttfeltcreations@yahoo.com Address: Shop No 5, Oliver Tambo Drive, Rusternburg, North West. Based in a small Mining Town of Kimberly, MSG Designs is a manufacturing felt products manufacturing house specialising in hats, sleepers, robes and bags We produce 100% handmade felt from pure merino wool. The most popular product in our range is the handmade slippers. Our products are unique and versatile is highly resilient, retains its strength and unique properties for years to come. Felt has superior thermal insulating properties, it can be made to be water repellent. It is renewable and an environmentally friendly resource. It is chemical resistant, flame retardant & self-extinguishing Felt is an excellent sound insulator Contact Person: Sphiwe Mirriam Sosibo Tel: 053 8715867 Mobile: 072 113 9949 E-mail: lttfeltcreations@yahoo.com Address: Mayibuye Arts Centre, Corltulana & Magashwa, Northern Cape 10
17. CARLOS FRITZ Carlos Fritz creations is a trendy upcoming brand by Carlos Fritz, who comes from the small town of King Williams Town in the Eastern Cape, South Africa.His creativity is endless and draws inspiration from arranging flowers, baking cakes, and decorating them. He has worked in the fashion industry. His collection is bold and strong and is not afraid in standing out. He has used different textures of fabric with hand sewn beading and draping. After attending Runway Dubai in 2017, Carlos Fritz realised that he is ready to take his business to new Contact Person: Carlos Fritz Mobile: 083 244 3272 E-mail: carlosfritzcreations@gmail.com Webmail address: www.carlosfritzcreations.co.za Address: 27 Burgess street, Albany Heights, Richmond Hill, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape 18. ROYAL WARDROBE DESIGNS Royal Wardrobe Designs is a brand where personality meets fashion, we believe it's not about the size but it's about the body shape. Our body consultation does not only focus on body but the client's personality is also taken into consideration when designing an outfit. We sketch the design, make pattern and sew garments best fitting for the client. We do make orders for companies. Everytime you deal with Royal wardrobe designs one feels like a king/queen. "Dynasty never dies" as our slogan says. Design garments and suit, wedding gowns, Natural fibres fabrics, Sewing machinery, Synthetic or man-made fibres fabrics, Dress Fabric for special uses, Hat, Underwear, Beachwear, Sewing services and Sportwear. She also designs women underwear for Jockey SA. Contact Person: Machaya Boitumele Boale Mobile: 082 803 2366 E-mail: chaxylady@gmail.com Webmail: www.royalwardrodedesigns.co.za Address: 8473 Zone 1, Extension Seshego, Polokwane, Limpopo 11
19. ABRI BOUTIQUE ABRI in terms of which we manufacture leather bags, leather belts and leather accessories. Our genuine leather products are unique and come in different colours and materials. Our leather products are inspired by African nature. The company was registered in 2011 but most production was manufactured in 2017 We are a Limpopo based company and passionate about what we do. Contact Person: Annabelle Mphahlele Mobile: 076 954 5694 /074 028 3004 E-mail:annabellemphahlele@gmail.com Annabelle@abriboutique.co.za Webmail: www.royalwardrodedesigns.co.za Address: Zone 4 Seshego, Polokwane, Polokwane, Limpopo 20. SADI JOYCE SADIJOYCE is a South African brand founded in 2000 by Joyce Tsie a professional designer. Her design and production of classic fashion is characterised by custom hand made casual to luxurious clothing for both men and women for all seasons. Our art, sewing and more than ten years fashion experience blended together with rich coloured fabrics has turned our brand into a trending classic African traditional women outfits specialist. We cater for private clients and mass production to companies. Our sustainability is driven by the taste of our clients, the trending fashion and the technique and quality of our products. We pride ourselves in the satisfaction of our clients. Contact Person: Joyce Tsie Mobile: 082 400 6367 E-mail: saddyjoyce@gmail.com Address: 12
21. SUSKY Susky Design and Projects in based in Klerksdorp, North West and they produce high end garments for ladies and men. They are the leading brand in Klerksdorp and provide bespoke clothing for private clients and boutiques. Contact Person: Dorah Norman Mobile: 071 670 3473 E-mail: suskymd@gmail.com Address: C65 ikageng Flats, Klerksdorp, North West. 22. EULLY DOLLY Eullydoll Designs and Screen Printing is design house focusing in ethnic modern Xitsonga and denim designs. We specialize in custom made women's clothing, from Casual wear, wedding gowns, couture, and ethnic/tribal wear. We work closely with our clients in carefully crafting the right look to suit the clients personality, body type and lifestyle. Contact Person: Eulender Sambo Mobile: 079 827 6841 E-mail: eullydoll@yahoo.com Address: Stand No 451, Daantjie, Nelspruit, Mpumalanga 13
23. PICHULIK Bespoke range of wild neckpieces designed by Katherine-Mary Pichulik. Each piece is handcrafted in Cape Town using locally manufactured ropes.katherine-mary Pichulik, or Kat as she d introduce herself, is the founder, designer and maker behind Pichulik, the bold accessories line for bolder women. Inspired by her travels, artist friends, fellow wonderful women, and the gutsy and down-right courageous stuff in each of us; Pichulik pieces are hand-made from rope and collected materials anything from shell to semi-precious stones. For Katherine-Mary Pichulik, a hugely talented and creative South African entrepreneur and jewellery accessory designer, the inspiration for... PICHULIK is inspired by the intimate relationships women have with jewellery it speaks of her travels, her mother or grandmother and the people she has loved. Contact Person: Katherine Pichulik Tel: 021 461 2474 Mobile: 072 104 9544 E-mail: info@pichuluk.com Address: Watershed V & A Waterfront, Cape Town, Western Cape 14