On Stage Design Indaba 2011: Laduma Ngxokolo

Laduma Ngxokolo’s Amakrwala range of knitwear weaves Xhosa traditions and beadwork patterns into the attire.

The South African textile and knitwear designer tells of the beginning of his design career. He started by redesigning the clothing traditionally worn by Xhosa men upon initiation. His garments were made with Xhosa beadwork and culture in mind, while also using locally produced materials such as wool and mohair.

Laduma Ngxokolo is a South African textile and knitwear designer, best known for his men's knitwear range inspired by traditional Xhosa beadwork.