“A good time with family and friends and the feeling of watching a sunset with your favourite sundowner in your hand”. That’s the vibe that Vincii Beta retailer, Arragon, gives. The Story Arragon created their first commercial product, a leather belt with a knife buckle, back in 2018. The goal was to bring new life and …
“It’s a shame I’m not Beyonce”. If she were, Regina, founder of Kasa Knits and Krochets, would influence people to feel comfortable in their bodies – regardless of their shape, size or gender identity. But, there is only one Beyonce, so instead Regina crochets beautiful, sustainable garments with “lots and lots of love”. Starting Kasa at …
It’s Lockdown 2020. It’s chaos – people are losing their jobs, millions are hungry and cold, governments are corrupt, and everyone seems hopeless. What does Dylan Oosthuyse do? He starts his sustainable fashion brand, TwoCan, from the firm belief that anyone can make a difference. The vision TwoCan’s clothing was born from the idea to …
“We make things we want to wear”. This is Tumi & Peng, one of our pilot retailers and manufacturing partner’s, general business strategy. What follows is their story. Born in Lockdown During the beginning months of SA’s lockdown, Peng (Sadiq Majal’s) cousin, Tumi, and her friends wanted tie-dye hoodies. What started as making something cozy for …
Last weekend The Group of Creators put on a show for SA Menswear Week that could blow your socks off. #SAMW A/W 22 gave young South African designers the opportunity to showcase their work on the runway. Along with sponsors like Deetlefs Wine Estate and the amazing team at OPIA Experience, the event was one …
Picture this… You’re at a braai. A friend turns to you and says “I love your jacket! Where did you get it?”. You thank them for the compliment, it’s a new jacket and you absolutely love it. You tell them where you bought it. Your friend loves that brand. They always have great clothing at …
“Finding classic male styles and making it quirky, edgy and risky” That is how young designer, Ruan Goosen, describes his style. Taking a look at some of his work we think this description is spot on – and we love it! Ruan’s journey as a designer has had a few twists, turns and up-hill battles. …
