I think it’s possible that we have one of the most fun youth cultures in the world. It is crazy, liberal and filled with attitude. Music, both local and international, is a big enabler for the youth. Inspiring them to see themselves in new and sometimes crazy ways. The way in which music is sold,...Continue Reading

The fashion when it comes to clothing right now is: wear whatever you want. People are feeling the freedom to mix pieces inspired from different decades into one stylish look. People are creating their own voice in fashion. The 90’s and the 70’s for example, can exist in one look. People’s taste when it comes...Continue Reading

Fashion items in South Africa are increasingly being sold in social settings. Not because that is where the most money is made but because, it is the ideal environment in which to showcase a brand and make a connection. Social experiences bring people together. Market culture is favorable because people have the versatility to shop,...Continue Reading

Everywhere we are seeing bolder fashion choices. People are going out more, seeing more, screenshotting more and so their taste in fashion is evolving. This is resulting in putting looks together that stand out in a sea of fashion-forward individuals. If we look at this more closely we will understand that the above-mentioned influences are...Continue Reading

Feminism is one of the biggest movements happening at the moment. Firstly, it’s a fight for equality and more importantly a continuous change of perception of what it means to be a woman. It’s a movement that empowers women to push the boundaries, find strength and freedom. It has its influence on fashion as a...Continue Reading

Men through the ages are known to be admired for qualities such as their physique and particularly physical strength. While this is still valued by men and women alike, men are increasingly being noticed for looking really good over orthodox ‘masculine’ qualities. Fashion brings out the soft side in men. It also makes them more...Continue Reading

Our retail market is now home to more global brands and just as many local start-up fashion entrepreneurs. Product parity has been a result of global players who have built their enterprises on mass production. Seeing the same or similar designs in several stores can result in an ‘inauthentic’ perception of a brand. Making it...Continue Reading

Fashion for the most part is strongly influenced by music. It’s also made leaps in depicting modern culture and more specifically pop culture. Globalization and pop culture have made fashion the same in different places. While it’s necessary to break barriers, it is just as important to retain unique lifestyle as opposed to adopting a...Continue Reading

The age old saying ‘beauty is in the eye of the beholder’ really has been taken lightly. Retail brands have played it safe in terms of design, aesthetics and colour. Creating simple and beautiful garments that are easy on the eye for the majority. Nothing wrong with that. However in 2018 there’s a real desire...Continue Reading

We are living in very unhealthy times which is why there is such a great desire to lead a more health-conscious lifestyle. Recently this approach to life lead to fashion trends such as athleisure. It’s also lead to the preference of comfort over trends. In the past women and men wore clothing based on the...Continue Reading