TALKING TEXTILES
laduma ngxokolo
The maturing of young men is an important part of Xhosa culture; marked by traditional events to which boys commonly wear geometric knitwear in styles imported from the West. Determined to create a series of motifs that would better reflect his true identity,
Ngxokolo has created an award-winning collection of knits inspired by the colours and shapes of Xhosa beadwork, now resonating with overwhelming success amongst his contemporaries.
(South Africa) Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, South Africa
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inspired menswear 2010
2011-06-30 17:33:16