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04 March 2024
MaXhosa Africa Makes Its Mark With Paris Fashion Week Debut
Chief Creative Director Laduma Ngxokolo reaches into his bank of past ideas for a set of pieces that center the South African fashion brand’s authenticity.
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Fashion + Beauty
10 December 2021
Here's Our List of The Continent's Best Fashion Moments of 2021
We finally received the green light to play outside again, and Africans have wasted no time in grabbing the fashion world's attention.
News
19 February 2021
South African Fashion Label Maxhosa Stands Out in Upcoming Movie 'Coming 2 America'
South African designer, Laduma Ngxokolo's Maxhosa knitwear has been spotlighted in the exciting upcoming film 'Coming 2 America'.
Style
30 October 2018
The 10 Best Moments from Lagos Fashion Week 2018
A recap of the memorable designs and raw talent showcased at this year's Lagos Fashion Week.
Fashion + Beauty
25 April 2018
The Influencer's Insight: Afua Rida Is the Stylist Passionate About Telling African Stories Through Fashion
Our second feature in this four-part series highlights Afua Rida—the Ghanaian fashion influencer who wants the world to recognize Africa's impact on fashion.
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25 April 2018
South African Designer Laduma Is Taking ZARA to Court For Copying His Sock Design
Maxhosa Ngxokolo says ZARA lifted his design.
Fashion + Beauty
27 September 2017
7 Emerging African Designers You Should Know
Through innovative strides and careful execution these womenswear and menswear designers are changing the way we see African fashion.
Video
14 April 2014
MaXhosa By Laduma 'My Heritage, My Inheritance' Short Fashion Film
Laduma Ngxokolo's MaXhosa By Laduma has unveiled 'My Heritage, My Inheritance,' a short fashion film produced by South Africa's The VCG.
Style
25 March 2014
Our Favorite Looks From Joburg Fashion Week
These are our favorite looks from the Mercedes-Benz Joburg Fashion Week for Fall/Winter 14.
Fashion + Beauty
29 March 2013
South Africa's Maxhosa Knitwear For Men (& Women?)
We talk to Laduma Ngxokolo from South African fashion house Maxhosa Knitwear about his close Xhosa ties and the possibility of threads for women.
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