By: Ututjinda James Kavendjaa
We see names come and go in the world of local fashion and lifestyle brands, but one name is beginning to resonate with timeless elegance and enduring quality: The Fénr. Conceived and crafted with love and precision, this luxury jewellery brand is swiftly becoming a cherished name among those of us looking for gorgeous hypoallergenic, sweat-proof, water-friendly, and non-tarnish accessories. Let’s talk about it.
By Sevelinus Kalembela
XAMMI, directly translated as lion, is a Namibian creative brand, specializing in organic and abstract ceramics forms. Founded in 2022 by Melody Rohlfs, the brand exists with the aim of creating art that represents the life of women. A woman is a symbol of strength and freedom and that is what Melody wanted to showcase in her artistry. We recently caught up with the founder of XAMMI to find out more about her work and inspiration behind her brand.
Contemporary Namibia is alive and well, as brands continue to come up with exciting products that embody Namibian culture and modernisation.
Couture by Kim has done that a number of times, this time they have put out a new range of shoes – the print is what’s getting us going!
Cheeky is an exclusive, luxurious, and sustainable Namibian swimwear brand that exists to help build a future where women claim their bodies, in confidence and comfort. Their mission is to inspire acceptance and confidence through alluring and bold swimwear.
Pekelatate Haindongo who goes by Peke, is a self-taught, full time creative and photographer, currently honing on his videography skills. Get to know the man behind Tate Visuals.
By: Hilma.L.Inkono
Blings and Charms is a Jewellery business that specializes in custom-made jewellery and seasonal jewellery collections. The business was launched in March 2021 and has since then, made a name of its own.
By Donna
An all-around creative with eight years of experience in the entertainment industry, Marchell Linus is a choreographer, dancer, journalist, producer, creative director and writer.
If you’re a big fan of Proud by Pewa and MN Creations you’ll be happy to know that they launched a brand new physical store called “The Studio”.
We’ve had a multiple emails come in this year re: internship opportunities at Monochrome Magazine. So we’ve decided to look into it and design a program that works for both you and us.
Valentine’s Day is almost here and while you wait for the last minute to find gifts for your significant other, here is our proposed list of gift ideas featuring 15 amazing Namibian brands. You’re welcome.