Johannesburg — Fashion in the African Diaspora - Stories

"Quick Take" is a new series dedicated to short-form insights on the business of fashion and the expanding industry across the diaspora. From Johannesburg to New York, catch our take on the creatives capturing our collective imagination. First up, South African designers Palesa Mokubung and Thebe Magugu.

BusinessPROTOChic TeamAugust 17, 2019South Africa, Palesa Mokubung, Mantsho, H&M, Thebe Magugu, LVMH Prize, Fashion, Johannesburg

Creating Spaces with South African Artist Banele Khoza

Contemporary artist Banele Khoza opened his design workshop and art gallery BKhz Studio earlier this month at 68 Juta Street right off the Nelson Mandela Bridge in Braamfontein.

CulturePROTOChic TeamAugust 30, 2018Banele Khoza, South Africa, Bkhz Studio, Johannesburg, Art

What We're Watching: Trevor Stuurman's First Exhibition

This week's edition focuses on photographer-cum-designer Trevor Stuurman, who is celebrating his first solo exhibition HOME in Johannesburg, South Africa.

CulturePROTOChic TeamAugust 31, 2017Trevor Stuurman, HOME, Photography, Art, Johannesburg, South Africa

Social Cues: The Best Dressed from Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Johannesburg

Street style was vibrant yet again this past weekend during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Johannesburg (MBFWJ) held over three days at the luxurious Mall of Africa.