Extraordinary. That is how one would describe virtuoso Catherine Pretorius, popularly known as Dope Saint Jude. Born and bred in Cape Town, the rapper and songwriter is a globe-touring musician with a passion for the arts. With a new single out called “Alphas”, Previdar had a chat with Dope Saint Jude to discuss her favourite things – from artistic artefacts to her favourite pair of sneakers.
Innovative collaborations are taking the fashion industry by storm. From high-end fashion houses to sustainable fashion brands – collaborations have unearthed some of the industry’s finest work. This is true for Swedish retailer H&M and Rich Mnisi’s upcoming collaboration launch.
There are few events in the annual fashion calendar that spark a level of excitement quite like Paris Couture Week. One of the most iconic events in the fashion industry, Fall/Winter Haute Couture Week 23—2024, kicked off in Paris on July 3. The show highlighted the finest creations from renowned fashion houses, setting the stage for the upcoming season’s trends and styles. The show began with Schiaparelli showcasing their most—awaited collection, and setting the tone for the rest of the week.
Lifestyle content creator Brittany Smith is a firm believer in living in the moment –while capturing it to make memories of course. Multifaceted, the dynamic digital creator shared some of her favourite things with the Previdar team – ranging from kitchen essentials to some of her fancy tech gadgets. I’ve always had a desire to pursue something in clothing…
Mzansi’s much-loved fashion extravaganza, the Durban July, came back with a bang this past weekend. Star-studded, the fashion affair, which is primarily a horse racing event, was held on 1 July 2023 – showcasing some of the most breathtaking fashion moments.
With the rise of sustainable fashion, thrifting has become the most desirable option for various fashion industry stakeholders globally. Although it has been practised for ages, the discourse around environmentally conscious consumerism has propelled its recent popularity – countering fashion’s reputation as a mega polluter. Thrifting has become the best way to indulge in the glitz and glam of fashion, while simultaneously protecting the planet. Moreover, it is a great option for when you’re strapped for cash and want to save money, or you just like the idea of finding unique and vintage items to add to your closet.
Grammy-award-winning musician, Pharrell Williams made his runway debut as Louis Vuitton’s new creative director of menswear on Tuesday June 20, when the luxury fashion house unveiled its spring/summer 2024 collection during Paris Fashion Week. The star-studded event took place at Paris’ Pont Neuf and featured a choir and an orchestra, as the models showed off the colorful new designs on…
As we have established from fashion houses across the globe, red is the colour of choice for 2023. However, the hue’s newfound popularity has not replaced its dopamine-inspired predecessor – pink. Dazzling, electrifying pink looks have been just about everywhere since last year, from the runway to the red carpet. It is impossible to scroll through social media without coming across the hot pink aesthetic that social media users have aptly dubbed Barbiecore. Moreover, celebrities such as the Queen of Rap, Nicki Minaj have been embracing the bold hue for over a decade now.
The entertainment industry has lost a legend in Tina Turner, who passed at the age of eighty three. In addition to her brilliant contributions to Rock & Roll, Tina also had an immeasurable influence on fashion. Known for her energetic, staccato dance moves, the songstress often showcased her legs in ultra-mini skirts and animated dresses, decorated with a fringe…
Since its initiation in 2012, the Scouting Menswear Competition set out to select the best of the best within a large pool of young menswear design talent. It has raised the profile of emerging menswear designers, introduced them to media and buyers, as well as supported them in breaking through into the retail market.
Today expectations from young designers are high – they are required to produce a comprehensive collection within a few months, be active on social media, have a strong industry and media presence and simultaneously cope with the business of fashion.