#MBFWJ2017 – Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Joburg Day 2: Gavin Rajah brings optimism to the runway

Can’t we all get along? Looking at the global political landscape, the response would seem to be a sad “no.” However, that response seemed unacceptable for popular South African fashion designer Gavin Rajah whose return to the runway was a breath of fresh air. Rajah reminded us it was possible to all get along by …

New luxury t-shirt brand raises awareness on human rights abuses in the fashion industry

When it comes to deciding whether to buy clothing, accessories or shoes, there¹s plenty to consider – such as style, color, quality, and price. Yet, there is one aspect that most consumers rarely factor into their buying decisions – the working conditions of those people who are producing the clothing. Many of today¹s largest fashion …

LBW 049: Meet Colleen Quen, Ladybrille Woman of the Month February 2017

Recognized by industry luminaries across the globe, couturière Collen Quen seemed to have it all. Her masterpieces appeared in Flair, WWD, International Herald Tribune, Vogue (France), and America’s Next Top Model. Her legendary artistry led to a decade of costume commissions by the internationally famed Alonzo King’s LINES Ballet Company. A native of San Francisco, …

Lookbook: ‘My Heart Skipped A Beat In Cuba,’ the Spring/Summer 2017 collection by design duo Ife’s Closet

My Heart Skipped A Beat In Cuba, the Spring/Summer 2017 collection by design duo Ife’s Closet, features an 20-piece assortment of high fashion and high energy ready to wear pieces through a burst of colorful and rich vintage prints. From slimline dresses and tops with exaggerated silhouettes to peplum and layered skirts and jumpsuits, Ife’s …