Catherine Del Monte, Author at twyg

6 Social impact CMTs restitching fashion’s values

In the heart of South Africa’s fashion landscape, a silent transformation is unfolding – one that intertwines heritage, innovation, and conscience. Cut, Make, Trim manufacturing businesses, often abbreviated as CMTs, are emerging as the unsung champions of a renaissance in...

September 19, 2023

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Fashion meets San culture in the new SELFI collection

In a world in which fashion usually skims the surface of issues, SELFI’s Spirit Body ’23 collection dives deeply into the human experience. Each piece is a tribute to indigenous cultures, an embrace of body diversity, and a reminder of...

September 8, 2023

4 Shampoo bars that will leave your hair and the planet squeaky clean

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4 Shampoo bars that will leave your hair and the planet squeaky clean

The wellness and beauty industries bombard us with products that promise to transform us into our “best selves”. As a result, our bathroom cabinets have become hotspots for packaging waste and harmful chemicals. But growing consciousness about sustainability and the...

August 22, 2023

Made in Soweto Mama’s Boy crochet hats are stealing hearts

Fashion

Made in Soweto Mama’s Boy crochet hats are stealing hearts

A mother-son duo remind us that in life, we wear many hats, and that everyone has a story to tell. For Simphiwe Ismael Khumalo and his mother Tulisile Jaqueline Radebe, their crochet hat brand, Mama’s Boy carries profound significance. Simphiwe,...

August 1, 2023

Fashion

7 Upcycling brands reimagining fashion waste in SA

At the heart of the circular fashion future lies the concept of upcycling. Upcycling, in practice, involves transforming discarded materials or products into new items of higher value or quality. It is a creative and innovative way to give new...

June 29, 2023

Samkelisiwe Mhlongo-Setshedi: “No machine can replace work done by the human hand”

Fashion

Samkelisiwe Mhlongo-Setshedi: “No machine can replace work done by the human hand”

Growing up between a rural location near the Valley of a Thousand Hills and Hammarsdale, a township west of Durban where books and resources were limited, Samkelisiwe Mhlongo-Setshedi became a maker. Her innate creativity and fascination with design defined her...

June 2, 2023

These 5 local decor brands take eco seriously

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These 5 local decor brands take eco seriously

New interior design trends are being driven by the increasing demand for closed material loops and a circular economy. When asked to comment on what constitutes sustainable furniture and what one should consider when sourcing sustainable furniture, Gareth Pearson of...

May 19, 2023

What does fashion revolution mean for Africa?

Fashion Fashion Revolution

What does fashion revolution mean for Africa?

“It takes a revolution to make a solution”. This line from the 1974 hit, Revolution, by iconic reggae sensations, Bob Marley and the Wailers, was intended as a comment on political violence in the group’s homeland at the time. But,...

April 24, 2023

13 Size-inclusive slow fashion brands leading change in the South African industry

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13 Size-inclusive slow fashion brands leading change in the South African industry

As we collectively forge a new future for fashion, we need to ensure that the slow fashion movement is inclusive and accessible. For plus-sized people, the opportunities to engage with sustainable fashion have been limited. Historically, the fashion system has...

April 3, 2023

Township studio Patch and Stitch makes mending matter

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Township studio Patch and Stitch makes mending matter

Tucked away on a quiet street in the heart of Daveyton township on the east of Johannesburg, you’ll find Patch and Stitch. Collen Shoko and Lesego Masilela opened the doors to their alterations and repair studio a year ago. They...

March 9, 2023

Features

Shedding light on loadshedding

Loadshedding is expected to continue for the next two years making alternative lighting solutions essentials of the South African household. We’ve compiled a list of useful, local, stylish, and sustainable loadshedding essentials to illuminate any home, from candles to solar...

February 8, 2023

Features

What to wear during a summer heatwave

Looking stylish in a summer heatwave – while keeping sweat and stress to a minimum – is no easy feat. To help, we have put together a guide of tips and tricks for you. And we’ve curated a range of...

December 6, 2022

7 South African hat brands to keep you shaded in style

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7 South African hat brands to keep you shaded in style

With our outdoor lifestyles, we are susceptible to the sun’s harmful UV rays. This means that as we gear up for the heat of summer, having a hat to protect you is a summer essential. “Since my parent’s generation used...

November 1, 2022

6 Indigenous plants for cultivating a biodiverse garden

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6 Indigenous plants for cultivating a biodiverse garden

Founder of Veld & Sea, Roushanna Gray, and her mother-in-law, Gael Gray, who used to run the renowned Good Hope Gardens Nursery in Cape Point, as a wealth of knowledge when it comes to indigenous plants. Indigenous plants are usually...

October 24, 2022

9 South African getaway spots with an eco-friendly ethos

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9 South African getaway spots with an eco-friendly ethos

As 2022 hurtles towards an end and the weather warms up, we’re dreaming of escaping the hustle and bustle of daily city life. And what better way than to switch off and recharge with time away in nature at a...

October 4, 2022

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Author: Catherine Del Monte

6 Social impact CMTs restitching fashion’s values

Fashion meets San culture in the new SELFI collection

4 Shampoo bars that will leave your hair and the planet squeaky clean

Made in Soweto Mama’s Boy crochet hats are stealing hearts

7 Upcycling brands reimagining fashion waste in SA

Samkelisiwe Mhlongo-Setshedi: “No machine can replace work done by the human hand”

These 5 local decor brands take eco seriously

What does fashion revolution mean for Africa?

13 Size-inclusive slow fashion brands leading change in the South African industry

Township studio Patch and Stitch makes mending matter

Shedding light on loadshedding

What to wear during a summer heatwave

7 South African hat brands to keep you shaded in style

6 Indigenous plants for cultivating a biodiverse garden

9 South African getaway spots with an eco-friendly ethos

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