THE TRIBE OF ZIMBABWE WINS BEST DESIGNER OF THE YEAR AT ROIL BAAZW AWARDS 2021

One of the few fashion brands in Zimbabwe that originally it’s vision is to celebrate the African roots . #ProudlyAfrican In her social media Zana Ncube who is the founder of The Tribe Of Zimbabwe,she said. “I am in the business of selling memories by reminding Zimbabwean and Africans who they are.Through fashion and architecture,…”Founder of the brand Zana Ncube aka Zana Kaya at Roil Bulawayo Arts Awards Red Carpert.

Brand’s founder and Creative director :Zana Ncube in a costume which is inspired by the late Queen Lozikeyi Dlodlo.

A Nguni Bride Costume .

The costume is inspired by the Kings :Tshaka Zulu ,Lobengula and Mzilikazi were all unapologetic of their roots.Model Right :@Muzeilsibs

HOW I MANAGED TO CONQUER FEAR OF STANDING INFRONT OF A CAMERA?

HOW I MANAGED TO CONQUER FEAR OF STANDING INFRONT OF A CAMERA?
When Nathan Atane Ephraim was coronated as Mister Nigeria University, many wanted to know who he is.In an interaction with him, he gives us an insight background about himself and some of his aspiring achievements in the world of modeling.
Nathan tells us how he managed to conquer the fear of being shy in front of the camera !

Q:Can you tell us about yourself if you can provide biograph?
A:Nathan Atane Ephraim is a 28 years old indigene of Andoni, Rivers State, Nigeria and a computer science graduate from Kenule Beeson Saro Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, Rivers State. Born and raised in the slums of port harcour( prison water front) where he had his primary and secondary education. He has always been a stylish kid and many would call him a model as he exuded from a young age a certain charisma and great choice of clothes . A rare spectacle of people residing in his area of birth.

Q:What inspired you to take part at Mister Nigeria Universe ?
A:Modeling as always been what I wanted right from my tender age. it has been my passion, In 2013 I went into full time modeling and same year I went for my first pageant( face of lacreme Nigeria) in calabar and didn’t win. Have always had flare for modeling.

Q:What did it mean winning Mister Nigeria Universe, and how has your life changed ?
A:It actually means a lot to me or permit me to say it’s a dream come true and it has positively affected my life.
Q:You once shared a post on Instagram that you used to fear, standing infront of the camera,how did you manage to conquer the fear ?
A: I confronted my fears and decided to make friends with cameras. Like Worldcharming Smart courage would say “ look into the camera”.
Q:Aside from Mister Universe Nigeria which other titles are you hoping to win in future?
A:Mr Universe world wide, Mr Supranational and Mr World.

Q:Who is your inspiration in the world of modeling?
A:My manager Mr Teinye Boyle inspires me alot.
Q:State 3 of your current favorite jam?
A:Alcohol by joeboy, Understand by Omah lay and Monalisa by lojay.
Q:Given an opportunity to advise any young aspiring model,what would you say?
A:I would tell that model to chase his/her dreams, I would tell him/her to know what they want and go for it and while chasing your dreams put effort and be consistent.

Q:How has the Covid 19 pandemic affected your modeling career ?
A:Didn’t really affect me because I needed enough time to prepare. So this more like every disappointment is a blessing because Mr Universe Nigeria was scheduled for 2020 but there was a delay because of Covid and I guess it was my time that’s why.

Q:What is next for you?
A:What is next for me is expansion, do international pageants, try bigger platforms, pet projects and lunch my foundation to touch lives.

MODEL OF THE MONTH : Martin Chaz

MODEL OF THE MONTH –Profile
Name : Martin Chaz
Nickname: Martin
Age:23
City/Country: Tanzania (Dar es salaam)

Modelling Sector: Runway and commercial

Events/shows:
_Spring summer fashion show
_Red in lady fashion show
_Stara fashion week
_Tanzania fashion festival
_Swahili fashion week

Brand Ambassador/Commercial adverts: Vodacom commercial

Titles &Awards: None

Aspiring:To be the newly … student

AFRICAN TOUCH IS READY FOR SWAHILI FASHION WEEK

As the world is gearing up for one of Africa’s biggest fashion shows , Swahili fashion Week so are the designers ready.Africa touch is one of the brands that are showcasing during the event ,we get to find out the origins of the brand and what to expect during the show.

Q:When did your brand came up in the world of fashion and what are some of the pull factors that contributed to it’s establishment ?
A:My brand first came around on 2018 but before that at young age I always seemed to be interested in fashion and had interesting point of views when it came to fashion and style eventually that grew up to be a passion for later on led to the coming of my brand ‘Africantouch‘ Fashion brand.

Q:Why the name African Touch ?
A:I came up with the name ‘Africantouch‘ because in a world where the concept of identity keeps rising rapidly it is better for Africa to have it’s own identity especially in the fashion industry .
I realise that what people wear is what represent them and what they stand for to the world

Q:As a designer how has the Covid-19 Pandemic affected your brand ?
A:Covid didn’t really had an effect on my brand locally because in our country we didn’t have lockdown rather it sky rocketed my brand awesomeness since majority of the people spent more time on line that led them to come across my brand social Media pages .I would say that covid 19 had a positive impact on my brand

Q:What are some of the lessons you have learnt as a designer during this pandemic ?
A: I learnt that as a design and a brand in general it is absolutely crucial to establish an online presence.

Q:Why is it important for you as a designer to exhibit your work at Swahili fashion Week ?
A:Swahili fashion week is one of the top three biggest fashion platforms in africa and this would give me massive exposure and credibility for my brand and as a designer because I will get to meet the fashion industry finest and learn from them andaldo get inspired but also this will open new market opportunities for my brand and build up connections for my brand.

Q:What can you tell us about the fashion industry of your country ?
A:We are at the point where the fashion industry in our country is starting to pick up pace on it’s growth margin in terms of support and awareness .

Q:How has technology created an impact in developing the fashion sector of your country ?
A:Technology has played a major role because it has made it easy for manufacturing designs and also fabrics through automatic sewing machines we are able to reduce time also get better quality clothing products …. technology has also helped in spreading awareness About African prints designs and brands through social media.

Q:In the previous shows that you headlined what did you learnt about fashion shows ?
A: I have learnt that when it comes to designs uniqueness is everything u should strive for this automatically setsup apart from being normal and creates interest for ur designs and ur brand in general.

Q:After the show what is next for your brand ?
A:Hopefully …get into the market on an official note and promote my brand designs and brand awesomeness

BE YOU! BE TRULY AFRICAN (AFI JHB FASHION WEEK)

BE YOU! BE TRULY AFRICAN (AFI JHB FASHION WEEK)

The AFI JHB Fashion Week is back this year the fashion week challenged it’s fans to be who they are and be proud of their identity,as designers exhibited their designs in line with the theme from the 29th to the 30th of October.The event was scheduled to be hosted at Atlo 234Africa’s highest Urban Bar on the 57th floor at the Leornado Building in Sandton.And it’s scheduled to be a hybrid .

The event brought people together,after along period of isolation,due to the covid 19 pandemic restrictions .

Designers were expected to present a renewed Outlook on who “we are” and what makes us unique driven by lifestyle and the fashion. Designers showcased their latest collection having re-imaged new trends to complement to New way of living.

This season the AFI is in partnered for the second time with Anglo America Platinum,to showcase this year’s PlatAfrica Jewellery Design and manufacture competition finalists as part of AFI. Guests enjoyed music, cocktails,blend of fashion and 360 degrees of Johannesburg.One can re- watch the show online {www.africafashioninternational.com] .While in person tickets are sold and limited and part of designers presented their works to headline the show among them is David Tlale.

CALLS ARE OPEN FOR MISTER ZIMBABWE 2021-AUDITIONS

As we are counting down to flip the other page of the calendar so is the modeling industry.

The industry is waiting to witnessed new page in Mister Zimbabwe as a new King is set to be crowned before the year ends .

However the transaction of the title will be done after the auditions.

Currently everyone is going to be curious,in which province is the King going to derive from .

The organisers of Mr Zimbabwe have set,the 29th of October as the first day of the auditions.

Models from across the country, provinces and different backgrounds are permitted to take part in the auditions,however the targeted an age is 18-33 years.

Mercy Mushaninga who is among the organisers of Mr Zimbabwe pageant, informed that despite one deriving from rural areas or urban areas they won’t be stopped to showcase their talent due to geographical locations.

Previously many have had thoughts that the pageant is only limited to those coming from bigger cities such as Harare,Bulawayo and Gweru.

Mercy Mushaninga also added,that when applying models should send along their pictures;portifolio,Z Cards.

She however encouraged models to understand the purpose of a Z Card.

“A Z Card is like a CV and you can’t have a Z Card when you are not trained as a model .

“Most of the models ,they are doing a wrong thing hence we have Z Cards that are not professional,” she said.

She further added,that Z cards assist judges to know more about the model’s previous works.

Those who are keen in taking part in Mister Zimbabwe auditions are to apply by sending their application letters at: zimmodelsawards@yahoo.com

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