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  • Creative Minds

    Creative Minds

    (An Introduction)

    Article Written By: Silaji Saidi

    This article goes a long (or short) way to centralize on fashion designers’ minds (their capability & ability), in Zimbabwe and around the globe. A perfect motivational fresh breeze of air, especially for beginners.

    Design thinking is a technique used by designers for illuminating complex problems with creative elucidation. It obliges as a recipe for flogging up a batch of creativity whenever you are greedy for some raw ideas.

    Fashion designers are minds of creativity. They live to execute innovative and creative ideas in the fashion world. As we all know, fashion has a world of it’s own, with a loads of different cities which are always awake and running all the time. Their dedication and obsession (fashion designers) has lead our major world to pass through evolutionary, revolutionary, extraordinary and forever changing moments.

    As a designer, your mind and mindset are weapons of mass innovative creations, not ordinary, but brain teasers, heart pleasers and eye catchers. Your mind is restless; always active and working unconsciously and consciously. Everything you’ll ever and always encounter becomes an idea and a design.

    Designs must only be prodigious to consumers, not you. See the beauty, don’t fancy the beauty. This pulls you away from making oneself (you) at home, as making oneself at home may loosen you up, thou creating laziness. This applies to fresh learners or beginners.

    Passion for this occupation is a must have. Psychologically, it helps you to go an extra mile after an extra mile. You are a leader to yourself and your own designs, but mostly to you own designs. Live your designs, don’t let other people (consumers) live you designs more than the owner (in this case, you). In a simple term, be your designs and let your designs be you. When you’re out there in the world, it shouldn’t be hard for people to detect that you’re a designer. It may be hard for them to detect that you’re a designer without being told, but if they get to know, everything about you should be believable that you’re a fashion designer.

    It’s legal to make yourself personal designs far improved than the ones you offer for sale to your consumers, but not in a repetitive manner. No matter how much passion is involved, you can’t hide or deny the fact that you’re in it for the money. A business mind or mindset is a major priority. Business is a factor running the world. You can’t escape or bury it.

    It’s not all the time you’ll have your creative mojo. Ideas flow in and out, but that should never be an issue for you. Always have a backup plan. Attend fashion shows in flesh as much as you can and also watch more shows on the TV and use the internet as often as you can. In such a way, you’ll never be blank when it comes to manufacturing ideas (creative ones).

    Love feedback from the world, whether it’s negative or positive. Feedback gives a room for new enriched innovative ideas.

    “Every block of stone has a statue inside it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it.” – Michelangelo

  • Former MR ZIMBABWE PLAYS A LEADING ROLE IN A SCI-FI MOVIE

    Former MR ZIMBABWE PLAYS A LEADING ROLE IN A SCI-FI MOVIE

    By Rubaya Tapiwa:

    Rish Verma aka Rishban Verma is the former Mr Zimbabwe, he won the title in 2017. It was when he won the people’s choice award, during Zimbabwe Models awards. That same year he won: Best Fashion (male), Best International model and People’s choice model of they (which he won by more than 3000 votes). Since the day he won the awards, Rish has embarked on another journey in his life which is acting. He however dismissed the rumour, that he has left modelling industry and jumped in another ship in becoming a full time actor. Currently, former Mr Zimbabwe is going to be featuring in a South African lm, titled ‘Rapid Contact’. The lm has mixed with Zimbabwean production. Rish plays the character of the ‘White Brothers’. “My role in the lm is one of the main characters, called white brothers. We (white brothers) are in charge of the dream world, after people fall asleep,” he narrated. Rishabn Verma’s journey in the modelling industry began after Van AJ Klaus, director of movies recognised his talent via social media. “I noticed that I was capable of doing movies when Director Van AJ Klaus saw me on social media and billboards. He gave me a shot to do Tidal Drift and so I found that this industry has made me grow and become a inuencer. He has featured in a number of lms such as Tidal drifts, the Ethereal and Citadel,” said Rish.

    Former Mr Zimbabwe stated out that for one to be successful in the industry, he or she needs to be humble and to be dedicated in their work. In ‘Rapid’, Rish will be casting along award winning Zimbabwean model, Don.

    By Rubaya Tapiwa:

  • DOMINATING TWINS IN THE ZIM MODELLING INDUSTRY

    DOMINATING TWINS IN THE ZIM MODELLING INDUSTRY

    By Rubaya Tapiwa

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    They may not be physical identified as Identical twins, but when comes to both modelling and music they share the same gifts which is modelling and singing. The Muvimiri twin brothers Brenton and Branden are two time Zimbabwe Models Awards winning, Best Twin Male Models. As they won the award in 2017 and 2018. The duo are well known by their stage name ‘Twinstar’or ‘Team Active’ in both their modelling and music career. Brenton and Branden have achieved a number of things besides winning awards, since they ventured in the modelling industry. Branden and Brenton won Mr Valentine 2017 and 1st runners up Mr Valentine 2017, respectively. The duo said by participating in Mr Valentine pageantry, it opened doors for them in the industry. “Participating in Mr Valentine it was a new experience since it was our first time, to do any modelling but it was amazing and we are happy that we took the opportunity and we made the best out of it,” said Twinstar. In addition to their career’s modelling prole, they are participating as runway models. They have cat-walked several times in different shows for the award winning designer Tapfumanei Munenge. The Muvirimi twins stated out that they manage to keep up with their music as most of the time, the same platform that catwalk in they also headline as artists.

  • GET TO KNOW: Phasash photography

    GET TO KNOW: Phasash photography

    Photographer Adiala Jamela a 20 years old born on the 16th of March 1999 recently started Phasash Art Photography 2 months back with my partner Sasha Mushavatu. When asked for Gear they use he said: · · · · · · camera I use a Cannon 4000D lens : lens it depends on the project I will be working but usually most of my pics I use a portrait lens 50mm tripod I rarely use ash on photos because I love natural light and for me am all about the beauty creativity and with natural light am more flexible to create different styles and tell different stories through my pictures that’s for outdoors only for indoor I also use ash but I try by all means that my pictures look different I use a reflector on most of my shoots

    My favorite lens is a 50 mm because its gives me sharp images, its depth of eld just amazing and it’s not heavy its portable. I can literally do anything with it without getting tired of holding my camera and also its really good for street photography; hence, for most my travels I carry my camera, lens , and my reflector as they are easy to carry.

    For post processing I use Lightroom mostly, sometimes Photoshop. I love working in the dark, lol, whilst listening to music sometimes listen to my songs and I like taking my time as I work on a certain coz I believe each and every picture has a different feel so I make sure I give it what it needs. I educate myself through YouTube ,help from my partner Sasha and just asking around for help from some of the photographers I know like @Yanaka…etc and also getting lessons from @Naka Visuals and I have this doll at home and also my toys car that I practice my pictures on. Most of my inspiration comes from Naka visuals I like his creativity it’s so unique. Contact phasash art on +263 779 101 547 13

  • Miss UZ 2019 finalists

  • Miss Nust 2019 finalists

  • Question and Answer: Shantel N Mpofu

    Question and Answer: Shantel N Mpofu

    Age: 19

    Modelling Agency: Freel9

    Location: UK, London

    What made you first become a model?

    My inspiration to become a model came after getting inspired by the models I saw on TV and their poise and elegance ignited an idea in me that one day I want to be doing what they do.

    How did you feel when you did your first ever fashion show or photo shoot?

    My first ever photo-shoot was for charity calendar shoot for Miss Africa Great Britain and being given the opportunity to participate in this only increased my motivation to do more and it also made me feel proud to represent Zimbabwe.

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    ho was your role model as a child and how did that help in being a model?

    Although I never had a particular role model for me it was always the idea that I have only got one life, and whether I fail or succeed at something, knowing that I have tried was my number priority. Since not everyone can make it having that idea stick to me in everything I do in life has helped me a lot more than anything.

    What did your parent first think of you being a model and where they supportive?

    My mum was very supportive and every time I would go to an event she was always there with me and I realised how everything becomes so much easier when you have the support of the ones you love around you. Even though my dad could not make it to the events I did he was always supportive too.

    If you were not a model, what other profession would you have been doing instead?

    Modelling is my passion however I also want to become a computer forensics analyst as technology is something I am very passionate about.

    How do you cope under the pressures of being a model?

    By simply knowing that the pressure and stress and worth it is what helps cope as a model and it knowing that there is others who also want to do what I am doing but can’t help to not easily give up.

    What beauty tips do you swear by?

    Hmmm.. Beauty tips I swear by include always making sure to have a good face wash routine and washing your face at least 2 times a day it really helps in maintain the skin. Another tip would be to drink a LOT of water and also try drinking lukewarm water often too since it is even more healthier.

    If a young girl/boy wanted to be a model what would your advice for them be?

    My advice would to go for it but also know cultivating success is a process there means one has got to have a lot of patience.

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  • Miss Red Carpet Crowned

    Miss Red Carpet Crowned

    1 organiser, 14 participants on one fateful day. Pindurai Mwakurudza aka Lady Vicious; with a bevy of multi-talented models; on the 22nd of March 2019.Pindurai is proudly the owner of Vicious Collection Company that do the following services:

    1. Events Management,
    2. Marketing and Advertising,
    3. Fashion and Style,
    4. Waitressing and Ushering,
    5. Dance Choreographing,
    6. Fashion Modelling.

    The purpose of this show was to link up people in the fashion industry, Entertainment and professional business (companies, individuals, organizations, unions) together. This is a fashion showcase which also connects models in the business world. Models can be brand ambassadors, Advertising and Marketing agents, actresses who when connected to professional business people can change the business world into something big. I believe beauty makes the world go round. So instead of models being crowned and forgotten my shows will link them to companies who will work with them and employ them.Recently Pindurai did her first Red Carpet Show at Londoners Sports Club at Strathaven Shops in Harare dubbed Miss Red Carpet Londoners. The show was successful and 14 models contested and 4 were crowned. Asked how she managed to put up such a show this is what she said I love things and have loved things since I was born. My mom told me that when I was barely a day old I already started moving my neck side to side trying to check what’s happening and where I was…..kkkkkkkkkkkkk she giggles.I never wanted to say I can’t do anything. I told myself if someone can so can I and when I do something I do it in my way” she says. What inspired me to do a Red Carpet Show was the BAA awards in Bulawayo. I noticed how people loved Red Carpet interviews and found out that people in Zimbabwe really love things but they are starved of the things like these Red Carpet shows. So I vowed to myself that I won’t starve Zimbabweans for shows anymore, I am going to be one of the people to host such shows. So I approached Mrs Mubi the Londoners owner who is very supportive of Girl Child and artists. I told her my plan and she told me to plan everything and she will sponsor so that’s how my first Red Carpet Show became a reality…yipppee thanks to this kind, loving, generous lady Mrs Mubi. I spread the word about Red Carpet and word spread and models came for auditions and I came up with the 14.So in December 2018 I did a highlights show for the Red Carpet to taste the waters and it was successful again with all help from Mrs Mubi my dear friend to groom the models I approached Phill who I met at miss Plus Size by Icon Modelling Agency last year. So on models side I was sorted. I had the models and a groomer to help with routines and catwalks.I also worked with Propabless for models photo-shoots, Model Guide for models online magazine coverage and NY TV for live streaming and marketing, Uncle Paulito (God father) for sound engineering and PA system and lights to make the event successful and the event went smoothly thanks to these guys.

    -Special thanks to the Judges-

    Gloria Manager: for a rhumba outt called Ban a Des As, a local business women, music promoter and a fashionist. Blessing Madura: Co-founder of Appointment Corporate Zimbabwe. Shungu Dzevana Children’s Home Board Member. Project Manager for Lovely Zimbabwe and Creative Director for Chikokoko International Festival. Appointment and The Rack Fashion shops CEO, “I love fashion and like do develop concepts. Uplifting talent and identifying talent” Naishe: Head of Presenters for NY TV, a fashion model, Actress and Writer. Special thanks also to all models who participated ,Elizabeth Majongwe, Bridget the Boundaries Movie Producer, Artists that featured Ding’o the Hip Hop artist, Tiergo Do go the RnB artist and Tyrants Dance group, Lodza, Rumbidzai Magwizi, Nyasha, and all that supported me. Lady Vicious (Vicious Collections) will be doing its second Red Carpet in August watch the space and the End of year Red Carpet in December.We also caught up with the winners of this event and they were grateful and thankful to have taken part in this event. I feel so excited by becoming miss Red Carpet I really wanted this title I worked hard for it, as it feels so grateful to get what you want in life that you work hard for and I am more explored for my next big step in the industry I had the best outt made by my local designer JEROME WEAR as a fashion model I had the walk and my smile killed it as well as my Contestant. I learnt that every pageant needs effort to win it no matter how easy it may seem because you may not know every individuals skills and tricks on the stage. Being humble with everyone also contributes to your winning. I want to thank Lady Vicious for the support and advices she gave me to me to the top, my designer for the clothes he designed for me #Jerome wear for life, all the friends who came to support and mostly I want to thank the Lord for the favours he gives me said Ashley Zisengwe the crowned miss red carpet lady. Beatrice Mugandani who was voted Miss Personality had this to say I feel so honoured to be part of the crew that made it in to the top 4. I am so happy to be Miss Personality. I just practised as everyone else did, we did rehearsals together as a team. I just believe it was my appointed time by God. Teamwork, time management, accepting diversity and practicing are all paramount to every model For one to make it at the top. Winners were: 2nd Princess: Kimyola Banda 1st Princess: Ruvimbo Gavi Miss Personality: Beatrice Mugandani Miss Red Carpet: Ashley Zisengwe

  • Shadel Noble to attend Mpumalanga fashion & design week

    Shadel Noble to attend Mpumalanga fashion & design week

    By Tapiwa Rubaya

    I am looking forward in cat-walking in Mpumalanga, firstly I can’t wait to meet other models that I will be working with and also I would like to learn about their culture,”

    Shadel Noble popularly know as the King of the modelling ramp, began his modelling career after being encouraged by his family and peers to venture into the industry. Yet when he began his journey in the industry, he had no idea that he was destined to be part of the modelling royal family. The 25 year old is a two time Bulawayo Arts Award winner under the Best Model Award, he is the former brand ambassador for AMMFI an agency based in SA and his the former Mr Fingers and Mr Zimbabwe 2018. Mr Noble is one of the few Zimbabwean models who are going to attend the Mpumalanga Fashion and Design week; a fashion event which is going to be hosted in Mpumalanga province in South Africa. This will be the third time for him to attend the event as a model. He told Model Guide Zim that he was excited to go back at Mpumalanga Fashion and Design week show a place where he is going to showcase his talent as he makes the country proudly. “I am looking forward in cat-walking in Mpumalanga, rstly I can’t wait to meet other models that I will be working with and also I would like to learn about their culture,”he said. The event will be attended by models from Botswana, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe among other countries. One of the organisers of the Mpumalanga Fashion and Design week event, Samuel Marema said they selected Shadel to be part of this year’s team again because he is one of the pioneers of the event and many audiences and models would like to see him across the ramp. Shadel is part and former face of AMMFI International. He has also been part of our brand from the start. “He is a humble model, we have been working with him since 2015 and throughout at MFDW. Shadel is the most loved guest model. I know most local models and our audiences are excited that his going to be present.” Informed Marema. During the event Mr Noble will be joined by other Zimbabwean models who inculde Adonis Ncube the current brand ambassador of AMMFI; award winning model Raymond Zviko Motsi and Lovemore Zambezi. The Mpumalanga fashion and design week will take place in May the 3rd at Secunda. As for Shadel he has cat-walked in various international and local runways such as: SA Mens Wear week, Intwasa Arts Fashion show, Ekuruleni Fashion show, SADC fashion week, Eswati fashion week, Fashion Without Borders (Botswana).

  • DREADLOCKS

    DREADLOCKS

    By silaji Saidi

    Dreadlocks, also know/called “locks” age back 2000 years ago before it became popular with the Rastafarians and African people. Now we eye them everywhere about the world with approximately everyone on this planet. Some are short, protracted, not worn/planted about the unabridged head and worn/planted about the unabridged head. A signicant meaning stage show a humongous part in all types of dreadlocks. People who’ve no philosophy in the history of dreadlocks think they originally emanate from Rastafarians and some think Africans; but they’re wrong. Dreadlocks emanate from continents, cultural practices or countries like Africa, Australia, Hinduism, Rastafarian and Buddhism etc… Dreadlocks have been worn/planted for diversied reasons in each culture: as an interpretation of rooted religious or spiritual sentiment, ethnic pride, as a political statement and in more modern times, as a representation of a free, alternative or natural spirit. In this common modern era, 3 reasons why people plant dreadlocks dominate the most are:

    1.TRADITIONAL/CULTURAL

    Look around the world, people are hand to hand with their cultures and traditions. Limelighting on the dreadlocks era, Africa and the Caribbean territory mostly plant “locks” because of their culture and tradition (will explain it on the second article). Profoundly I’ve discovered a lot of people in Zimbabwe think having dreadlocks is following the Rastafarian culture, but no, it’s not. You become their prey in discovering that you’re not a Rastafarian and they label you as “FAKE”. It’s unethical to the dreadlocks’ philosophy. People have even gone further forgetting that besides the Rastafarian culture dominating, Zimbabwe also has a culture and it’s traditions.

    2. FASHION STYLE

    From my previous article in VOLUME 9 on page 7, you now know the basic meaning of Fashion. It’s a goodwill parasite feeding everywhere and on everyone about the globe. Whether you’re cultural or not, the fashion parasite feeds on you. Over the ages of history, dreadlocks were known to be worn/planted around the unabridged head but Fashion has spiced it up. Fashion uses what’s there to transform it into what’s not there. The most common dreadlocks style trending is having dreadlocks only on the middle of your head and none on the sides.

    3. IDENTITY

    Africans and Black African Americans are known most yo occur in this category. This is claiming the natural beauty the Almighty has blessed them with. It’s shouting out to the world on how proud they are to be who they are.

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