Yay! I am really excited about the new Fundudzi collection - by the very lovely Craig Jacobs - being in store now at Blackbeard & Dare around the country.
It is a beautifully simple collection of eco-friendly pieces, embedded in, and inspired by, the unique natural environment of Africa.
Shown at Joburg Fashion Week, the clothing is all completely wearable and accessible. There are lovely dresses and skirts and t-shirts. And then there are some shorts and blouses as well. Fabrics are as organic as possible and there is also plenty of use of the sustainable fabric made from bamboo. Bamboo has a comfortable and luxurious feel to it while looking much like a jersey knit. It also drapes beautifully on the female form, and is thus both flattering and comfortable.
And with any garment that you buy that has been made from bamboo, a proportion of the proceeds from the sale will be donated to charities associated with The Trust who support charities and causes that work to the benefit of the African continent.
Beautiful and worthy, what more can you ask for in a collection of designer clothing.
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Having recently lost the best scarf I have ever had, I am obsessed with finding another great one to replace it. This red scarf looks fantastic, especially as the one accessory with this simple pared down black shift dress and tights.
I have known Sylvie for years, but we haven't seen each other for a while. It was lovely to catch up with her last night when she was doing the make up for the Woolies new summer range launch. The make up was beautiful, with gorgeous light pinks and peaches really evocative of the long sunny days to come. More on the launch later.
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Here is a quick piece that I wrote for MoneyWEB, discussing the issue of having a South African Style Identity. While this is only my opinion, I feel pretty strongly that we don't need a set of rules imposed on us. Although someone really does have to do something about a nation who feels that Crocs are where it's at. Click here for the full article.
I met Jessica Aronson a while ago as she works part time in Callaghan in Cavendish. I had no idea then that she was a designer. But that she is. She makes beautifully hand crafted, versatile pieces for young women such as herself. Because everything is made so beautifully, it is excellent value for money - so head to Portfolio in Loop Street where she is stocking her range this month. 
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