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...
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 the threads that connect us to...
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...
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, who is the founder and...
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 life to materials that...
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...
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...
“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, it aptly captures the essence of the...
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...
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 have been offering their community...
Our work is in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 12, which aims to ensure sustainable consumption and production. Read More
