Respect

In my second year as a student at DUT (Durban University of Technology) I had the honour of being placed with an amazing designer for my 2 months on the job training.

This woman was and still is all round amazing. From her work to her personality to her style. I became an instant fan of her work. Being a white woman and being able to transform known African fabrics, such as shweshwe, into gorgeous modern wear that different age groups could identify with; keeping it clean cut and elegant where needed, she just inspired me.

Having a passion for prints myself I can't help but thank God for that hook up. This woman taught me so much without even knowing it. I appointed get as my mentor and never looked back. She has built business as not only a designer in her studio but as part owner of one of South Africa's best fashion boutiques, giving local designers a home to retail their clothes.
If you do not know her or about her, feel free to google her. Amanda Laird Cherry. I have nothing but respect for her.

A blessed Monday peeps.

BSC 2014 central library fashion show

The 2014 Central library fashion show pictures have finally arrived. It was an amazing experience and I would like to use this platform to thank all my models and assistants for their support and help.

To my models:
Thank you guys for all you did. some of you took time off from school and work without any compensation or expectations. You went beyond your call of duty as friends and family. Your craziness... my word! laughter all around. I appreciate and love yo u guys. Y'all made my year.
Aphelele
Anelisa
Gracious
Nthabi
Zenzo
Lebo
Ego
Cpo
Lindo
Manini
Thandie
Al
Csa
Anna
looking forward to the next show.

To Hlomela:
Hlom... where do I start? You soooo believe in me that you traveled all the way from Port Elizabeth just to witness the first BSC fashion show. Then you got here and became my Assistant, security guard, makeup artist, assistant photographer, cheerleader, and so much more. You're all round amazing.

To Csa:
Big sis, you assisted in putting together the outfits and putting in extra hours after your normal work hours to ensure that my range was finished on time. I appreciate the help.

To Mdu:
Driving me around and sacrificing your sleep just to transport me back home after long hours at the BSC studio, Thanx big bro.

To My parents:
you guys are just awesome. Your presence just does it for me.

To Bullz:
thanx for availing yourself to take my pics and support BSC. I know your schedule gets real but you still took the time out.

DJ Slash... need I say more?

And how could I forget Dee. Came all the way from Somerset to support a friend. Thank you shlobo.

More pictures are in the album.