Fashion

Where to Draw Inspiration for Your Fashion

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Over recent years, fashion in Mzansi is growing and becoming more expressive. People are finding their true voices in style and trends.

Fashion, being one of the most influential categories in the world, has inspired many. There are tons of places for you to find your inspiration.

Putting The Passion In Fashion

As a nation, fashion is becoming a form of expression and a way to introduce yourself to everyone you meet. People are becoming fearless and more confident in who they are, from the minimalists right through to haute couture inspired.

Fashion is no longer just about style but individuality. You can find inspiration from street fashion, afro-centric, geometric, encore 90s and so much more.

Check out a few spots that will inspire you with their authenticity…

90s Inspired

Archive

Sneakers will never go out of fashion, but everyone has their favourite designs. Archive has a wide range including some exclusives.

With 90’s-style sneakers back with a bang, visiting Archive will have you inspired. The store is known for offering versatility from unexpected designs, colours and comebacks. Sneakerheadz definitely approves of how they fit out our feet.

Get more inspiration by checking out the below:

African Inspired

The Space

The Space is a clothing and accessory store overflowing with exquisite brands by Africa’s talented designers and craftsmen. 

Each of the designers offer fresh and exciting fashion statements for men and women. The Space and their brother brand – Space Man, both bring edge, style and an African flair to the mix. 

The Space has created a platform for designers who offer a new approach to Africa-meets-modern fashion to sell their goods.

Some of the amazing African designers that you can find at The Space include:

Fashion Week Inspired Trends

Houndstooth

Fashion Week always brings some eye-raising fashion, some may be questionable but some are definitely worth a second look. One of our favourite inspirations at the moment is houndstooth.

Photo by New Tess

What used to be considered as a grandmother’s go-to has taken a new turn and swag. This print has also moved from being boxed in the black and white to brighter colours and unexpected designs.

There are tons of looks to be inspired by.

High Fashion

Photo By Versace

Versace

Versace is one of the oldest brands that bring high fashion at its best, from timeless classics right through to fashion in the future.

They have taken the culture of fashion to a whole new level of artistry creating wide ranges for men, women, kids and an exclusive jean couture range.

Versace crafts street smart clothing, high fashion, haute couture and so much more.

Street Style Inspired

Street style has really boomed in the country and all of its followers are drawing inspiration from it and are crafting their own personal taste.

Street style is a fusion of new wave, the 90s and a touch of personalisation.

Photo by June Stanley

Tell us where you draw your inspiration for your sense of style.