Performance artist, musician and fashion muse Manthe Ribane literally lights up faces with her extraordinary and eccentric approach to fashion.
Soweto born and raised, she already started performing at a very early age, she was only eight when she had the opportunity to perform at Nelson Mandela’s 80th birthday at FNB stadium, according to Nataal.com.
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The way she moves, sings with a touch of melancholy, and innovates within her varies artistic fields are truly inspiring.
Her style is both exaggerated and simplistic, and offers a fashion point of view that is both expressive, playful and beautiful to look at.
How to introduce some her her aesthetic into your winter wardrobe:
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The velvetene Carmen Miranda
No need to add a piece of fruit-carrying headgear (it's not ideal for an office environment); rather add some velvet to your wardrobe for that luxe feel.
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Fluffy off-the-shoulder jumper, R 329, H&M.
Reversed suit
Put a twist on this classic by flipping it and reversing your blazer. Looks so boss.
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Trousers, R199.99, MRP.
Blazer, R229.99, MRP.
Volume
Go bold with big sleeves, ruffles and the general volume of your outfit.
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Rich Mnisi Collared Balloon Sleeve Blouse, R 909.30, Woolworths.
Mellow yellow
Dusty yellow might be the new dusty pink, but all variations of this bright hue is welcome.
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High Neck Fit And Flare Dress Yellow, c(inch), R399, Spree.
Images: Gallo and supplied
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