Sindiso Khumalo
Sindiso Khumalo is a Cape Town womenswear label founded in 2015 by the textile designer of the same name. It is known for sustainable, craft-led clothing made from prints drawn by Khumalo and inspired by her Zulu and Ndebele heritage.
| Founded | 2015 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Sindiso Khumalo |
| Base | Cape Town, South Africa |
| Award | LVMH Prize joint winner, 2020 |
| Website | sindisokhumalo.com |
What is Sindiso Khumalo?
Sindiso Khumalo is a South African fashion label based in Cape Town. Every textile is designed by Khumalo herself, starting from drawings, watercolours and abstract cut-outs, and the collections draw on her Zulu and Ndebele heritage and her home region of KwaZulu-Natal.
History
Khumalo first studied architecture at the University of Cape Town and worked for architect David Adjaye in London. She then completed a Masters in Textile Futures at Central Saint Martins before founding her label in 2015.
In 2020 she won the GCFA Independent Designer award and was a joint winner of the LVMH Prize. Her work is also held in the collection of the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Products and positioning
- Womenswear in original printed textiles
- Handcraft and artisan collaboration
- Sustainability and empowerment as core values
Khumalo has spoken on sustainability in fashion at the United Nations and the European Development Forum.
Why it matters
The label is a leading example of African design that combines storytelling, craft and sustainability, and its LVMH Prize recognition gave it a global platform.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Sindiso Khumalo from?
Sindiso Khumalo is a South African designer whose label is based in Cape Town.
What is Sindiso Khumalo known for?
The label is known for sustainable womenswear made from Khumalo's own hand-drawn textiles, and it was a joint winner of the 2020 LVMH Prize.