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.