STYLE DIARY

On Tuesday we had Belinda Phofu representing the ladies in this week’s Style Diary. However since we have had many beautiful ladies featured in our Style Diaries, I think it’s only fair that we appreciate what men have to offer in terms of Style. Therefore; Khaya Sithole will be dong for the guys in this week.  Khaya describes himself as, “A young blogger from JHB, with a deep passion for suits and tailoring, a luxurious taste, attention to detail, ambitious for educating young men of South Africa, a creative and a visionary.”   

He also may consider his style to be formal yet eccentric not forgetting that it’s influenced by our very own street style. His weeks are never boring as you may often find him setting up interviews with bespoke tailoring brands, interacting with people who influence our street culture and even have time for a cup of coffee with a friend.

Everyone say hello to Khaya Sithole

1. Who inspires you in terms of style?

Fabio Attanasio (Italian bespoke tailoring blogger), Menzi Mcunu and Tyrelle Correa.

2. How would you define Style?

Style  is being influenced from many different places. Such as, street culture/fashion blogs, seeing different places and cultures. If I had to describe it in one word – Originality.

3. If you had to invade a celebrity’s closet, which celebrity would it be (Internationally or locally)?

The deputy minister of Higher education and training seems to look dapper. I would like to invade his wardrobe.

4. Where do you usually do your shopping?

Can I be honest; I’m such a loyal customer. Levi’s, Topmen, Mr Price, Cotton ON and Country Road.

5. Which item of clothing do you believe is a necessity and one cannot live without?

This is a hard one as each item has its unique role. I think a crisp white shirt because it can be a determining factor of your outfit.

6. What’s your number 1 tip for all the ladies and Gents?

My style tip for both ladies and gents: Try to look good, always.
 

7. In your spare time, when you aren’t too busy, what do you love doing?

In my spare time, I enjoy reading up on the art of tailoring and sewing.

8.  What do you think of South African Street Culture fashion?

Locally, street culture fashion has emerged and grown rapidly over these past years. I like that it gives off different impressions of different personalities.

9. If you had to go shopping in a different country where would you go?

Florence, Italy

10. Which country do you believe has an interesting sense of style?

I’ve always been fascinated by Japanese fashion.

11. Which is your favourite hangout place and why?

Doubleshot Coffee and Tea. It is my favourite because I’m a lover of coffee and the atmosphere and design is welcoming for a gentleman.

12.  Which is your Favourite Fashion Magazine or Magazines?

Grazia South Africa, GQ (South Africa and British Edition), Details and Destiny Man

 

13. Who do you usually go out with when you do go shopping?

Shopping alone is best, according to me because I understand my style.

14. Which is your Favourite Label/Brand out of the brands that you have worked with so far and    why?

Levi’s and Wrangler because they provide an average man with a great pair of denim.

15.  What advice do you have for people who are interested in the Fashion industry?

If you are interested in the fashion industry, be willing to sacrifice, dedicate yourself to this industry and LOVE this industry.

16.  What are you currently doing?

       Currently, I’m taking a gap year.

17. Where do you see yourself in the next 5 years

       I hope to become the voice of tailoring in South Africa and be an influencer to young men of    South Africa. 

You can follow  Khaya on Twitter @KHAYA_SITHOLE or you can always catch up with him on his blog @ www.men-spoke.tumblr.com

 

Happy Shopping Guys

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