SKORZCH IS LIVING THE FASHION-ABLE DREAM

An Eastern Cape based young designer is ready to take over the fashion world with his own creative craft style. He says he does not like to be called a “fashion designer” but wants the words “Creative Director” to come into people’s mind every time they hear the name Skorzch. Zanozuko ’ Zano’  Sithetho calls his creation Skorzch, which is a name similar to the famous saying “Scotch” never dies. Sithetho says his brand name arises from two sayings: The checked pattern and the saying:"the sun is scorching hot". Although it is written as Skorzch, it is pronounced "S-ko-ssh". 
         

Skorzch started in 2008 as a small t-shirt business but with the influence of the DStv’s fashion series his fashion interest expanded to stylish garment designing.
He says the aim of Skorzch is to not only to make stylish clothes but they should be wearable and easy to wash and iron.


He credits his creative juices to his father, who is a construction worker but says he looks up to a British-born fashion designer Ozwald Boateng of Ghanaian descent, who is known for his trade mark twist style on classic British tailoring.
"He is precisely on point. He makes comfortable stylish works with a twist that is not massive, but it’s simple and elegant.", he says.

Ozwald Boateng

From 2008 until May 2011 Sithetho learnt how to sharpen his sewing and branding crafting skills from Sis Thandi Mvuyelwa, who is also an Eastern Cape designer.
“I used to go over to Sis Thandi’s and watch her work. I learnt how to sew from her machine.”
He learnt about fabrics from sewing, looking at books from the library and also through the Internet.
Sithetho does not draw the designs. The customers choose what garment they want and also choose the type of fabric they want their cloths to be made of from an already prepared catalogue book. He takes measurements then after draft and cut the design pattern. The real work only begins when the clients has paid the deposit.



the buttons



the measuring tools



the draft and the pattern

He says knew he had a level of creativity but wanted to apply it to his desired choice or field of work.

Skorzch is one brand to look out for as the work speaks for itself. It has a touch of timeless vintage that speaks volumes about a man who loves his artistry, his future as a creative director and his love for the lavish life.
Contact Zanozuko Skorzch Sithetho on 083 727 5425 or email him at info@skorzch.com or zano@skorzch.com     Edited by S'busiso Banda

YOU Decide

People talk and one gets to understand what they are on about,but others prefer to show it through what they wear. In this day and age clothing is one aspect that will determine how you are viewed. For instance when going for an interview you are expected to look a certain way, to talk in a certain way and speak audibly and intelligently.

How you wear your jeans says a lot: A simple jean can be made into a hot accessory with a crisp white shirt, a fitted blazer and a bow tie to give it that extra oomph. Or you can simply dress it down with a simple t-shirt and a detailed scarf. You decide whether to wear the jean as a turn-up or to leave it as it is.

First things first when you walk into a shop you decide whether you want a skinny jean, a bootleg, a slim fit or a regular fit. This is determined by the type of style you like,be it smart casual or semi-formal. You decide because at the end of the day,it is your money that is paying for these things but please be careful.

Know your body type so as to dress accordingly,for example tall,skinny girls look radiant in harem pants and curvy girls looks prim and proper in bootleg jeans when fitted right. So you choose what to wear ,how to wear it and when. After all you only live once.

Caro-on-the-grind
xoxo

Tenacious Soul's new range: Flapper girl on the streets

This is a fresh Fashion Brand called Tenacious Soul. Our focus is on women's wear at the moment,the lady we cater for is sassy, assertive and is not afraid to fuse vintage with a hint of streetwear. We design anything from smart ready-to-wear to fabulous high fashion. We also do custom designs however we will not re-design another designer's work.' Let's make the pretty beautiful' : By Tshegofatso Maotoe
 

PHF

Pent House Fam is a group of young people passionate about family values,unity and Arts in every form. These awesome group of young people have taken time to get to know each other and work with whatever talent they have.

 First up we have Thabang T'bang Van Msibi who is the chairperson of the movement.

And his responsibilities are as follows.
1. Set the agenda, style and tone of Board discussions to promote constructive debate and effective decision-making.2.Ensure that all Board committees are properly established, composed and operated.3.     The Chairman maintains open communication with the all committee members 4. The Chairman leads and oversees the operations and affairs of the movement 5.The Chairman works to ensure that the Board functions properly, meets its obligations and responsibilities, and fulfils its mandate as set forth by the committee.6.To provide leadership, ensuring that the committee works as a coherent and corporate body.

Next up is Lwandiso Bongani Mjekula who is the vice chairperson
And this is what he does 1. The vice-chairperson will be the right hand man of the chairperson 2. Responsible for deputising in the absence of chairperson carrying out other duties in conjunction with chairperson  3. To liaise closely with the Chairman and assist him in overseeing conduct and running of the PHF business as described in the Chairman's role / job describtion.

And we move on to the third one Karabo Kola who is the secretary
 And he majors in 1.Organising and following up meetings of the group 2. Looking after the overall administration of the group 3. Dealing with correspondence of the Chairperson's signature 4. Contacting other members to follow-up tasks needing to be done 5.Take notes of the business of the meeting for the minutes.

The fourth victim is Tumi Mashile the treasurer
 1.     The Treasurer has the responsibility of reporting the state of financial affairs to the members 2. keeping the duplicate pay-in slips in proper date order so that the entries may be checked later 3. maintaining a file of accounts and relative receipts for record  purposes 4.   keeping a watch on the expenditure 5.     keeping the committee regularly informed of the financial position - income, expenditure, comparison with budget, 

Public Relations Officer (PRO) - Ohrapeleng Kola and Keleabetswe Kels Monkwe
 Their responsibilities: 1. Use all forms of media and communication to build, maintain and manage the reputation of movement (PHF) 2. Liaising with and answering enquiries from media, individuals and other churches, organization etc often via telephone and email 3.Organizing events including the likes of conferences, exhibitions,  and project tours 4.Managing the PR aspect of a potential crisis situation as well as to influence opinion and behavior.5. Monitor publicity and conduct research to find out the concerns and expectations of an movement stakeholders. They then report and explain the findings to its committee.6. Sourcing and managing speaking and sponsorship opportunities
Grasphic designer- Orapeleng Ohra Kola He is responsible for all the logo’s drawings and branding of the movement and any project of PHF


Merchandise and marketing manager - Sibusiso Levuno

1.Serves in sales of the PHF shirts and Take Orders 2.Responsible for market research and pricing of PHF shirts or any project we might be working on 3.Strategies for distribution of the shirts and any project we might be working on 4. Responsible for promoting any event or project that the PHF might working on 5.Serves creative aspects for promotion and advertising
SocialMedia blogger- Obakeng Yaku-Zembe Sibanda
1. Maintaining and updating information on the movement's social media blog or website 2.Liaising with PRO’S for statement and message’s publishing  3. Manage a Blog  and build an active vibrant and positive blog about the movement and  to spread the word about the movement 4. Become an advocate of the movement in social media spaces, engaging in dialogues and answering questions where appropriate 5.Manage social media campaigns and day-to-day activities. Duties include online advocacy, writing of key messages, inform stakeholders of any project or developments, promotions, etc.

SUB COMMITTEE
First lady of the movement- Wandy 'Deigh-neo Ngomane
To promote gender equality and serves as the face of the movement for the ladies and help in reaching out to the women in our vision and mission
First lady under the Arts department- Naledi Chirwa

  She will be heading the arts department in relations to talent identification and serves as a leader in special project which include performing arts .
Advisor to the movement-Bongani Mafumane
He will serve as an advisor in accordance of the movement vision and establishment of new and innovative ideas in helping the movement achieve its mandate 
Performing Arts Department second in command - Caroline Boitumelo Mmaditaba Masonganye

She will be responsible for the creative performing arts on special project and will serve as the head of the art department in absence of the Naledi 

And last but not least Music\Band Sound Director- Dumisane Msiza and Kgaugelo Emmanuel Kganyago whose pictures are currently not available but do not be disappointed for we have an interview lined up with the chairperson T'Bang Van Msibi this upcoming Sunday...stay tuned

From the heart

Caro-on-the-grind

Pent House Fam Preview

Pent House Fam is a group of young people passionate about family values,unity and Arts in every form. These awesome group of young people have taken time to get to know each other and work with whatever talent they have.

 First up we have Thabang T'bang Van Msibi who is the chairperson of the movement.

And his responsibilities are as follows.
1. Set the agenda, style and tone of Board discussions to promote constructive debate and effective decision-making.2.Ensure that all Board committees are properly established, composed and operated.3.     The Chairman maintains open communication with the all committee members 4. The Chairman leads and oversees the operations and affairs of the movement 5.The Chairman works to ensure that the Board functions properly, meets its obligations and responsibilities, and fulfils its mandate as set forth by the committee.6.To provide leadership, ensuring that the committee works as a coherent and corporate body.

Next up is Lwandiso Bongani Mjekula who is the vice chairperson
And this is what he does 1. The vice-chairperson will be the right hand man of the chairperson 2. Responsible for deputising in the absence of chairperson carrying out other duties in conjunction with chairperson  3. To liaise closely with the Chairman and assist him in overseeing conduct and running of the PHF business as described in the Chairman's role / job describtion.

And we move on to the third one Karabo Kola who is the secretary
 And he majors in 1.Organising and following up meetings of the group 2. Looking after the overall administration of the group 3. Dealing with correspondence of the Chairperson's signature 4. Contacting other members to follow-up tasks needing to be done 5.Take notes of the business of the meeting for the minutes.

The fourth victim is Tumi Mashile the treasurer
 1.     The Treasurer has the responsibility of reporting the state of financial affairs to the members 2. keeping the duplicate pay-in slips in proper date order so that the entries may be checked later 3. maintaining a file of accounts and relative receipts for record  purposes 4.   keeping a watch on the expenditure 5.     keeping the committee regularly informed of the financial position - income, expenditure, comparison with budget, 

Public Relations Officer (PRO) - Ohrapeleng Kola and Keleabetswe Kels Monkwe
 Their responsibilities: 1. Use all forms of media and communication to build, maintain and manage the reputation of movement (PHF) 2. Liaising with and answering enquiries from media, individuals and other churches, organization etc often via telephone and email 3.Organizing events including the likes of conferences, exhibitions,  and project tours 4.Managing the PR aspect of a potential crisis situation as well as to influence opinion and behavior.5. Monitor publicity and conduct research to find out the concerns and expectations of an movement stakeholders. They then report and explain the findings to its committee.6. Sourcing and managing speaking and sponsorship opportunities
Grasphic designer- Orapeleng Ohra Kola He is responsible for all the logo’s drawings and branding of the movement and any project of PHF


Merchandise and marketing manager - Sibusiso Levuno

1.Serves in sales of the PHF shirts and Take Orders 2.Responsible for market research and pricing of PHF shirts or any project we might be working on 3.Strategies for distribution of the shirts and any project we might be working on 4. Responsible for promoting any event or project that the PHF might working on 5.Serves creative aspects for promotion and advertising
SocialMedia blogger- Obakeng Yaku-Zembe Sibanda
1. Maintaining and updating information on the movement's social media blog or website 2.Liaising with PRO’S for statement and message’s publishing  3. Manage a Blog  and build an active vibrant and positive blog about the movement and  to spread the word about the movement 4. Become an advocate of the movement in social media spaces, engaging in dialogues and answering questions where appropriate 5.Manage social media campaigns and day-to-day activities. Duties include online advocacy, writing of key messages, inform stakeholders of any project or developments, promotions, etc.

SUB COMMITTEE
First lady of the movement- Wandy 'Deigh-neo Ngomane
To promote gender equality and serves as the face of the movement for the ladies and help in reaching out to the women in our vision and mission
First lady under the Arts department- Naledi Chirwa

  She will be heading the arts department in relations to talent identification and serves as a leader in special project which include performing arts .
Advisor to the movement-Bongani Mafumane
He will serve as an advisor in accordance of the movement vision and establishment of new and innovative ideas in helping the movement achieve its mandate 
Performing Arts Department second in command - Caroline Boitumelo Mmaditaba Masonganye

She will be responsible for the creative performing arts on special project and will serve as the head of the art department in absence of the Naledi 

And last but not least Music\Band Sound Director- Dumisane Msiza and Kgaugelo Emmanuel Kganyago whose pictures are currently not available but do not be disappointed for we have an interview lined up with the chairperson T'Bang Van Msibi this upcoming Sunday...stay tuned

From the heart

Caro-on-the-grind