H&M has collaborated with Mantsho, a South African label to produce a capsule collection that will be launching in select stores across the UK on August 15. This will be the retailers first African collaboration since it started working with fashion designers in 2014 to produce clothing for its stores. H&M’s collaboration with Mantsho collaboration went for playful print looks that are fresh, flowy and flattering to the feminine form. These looks are then completed by matching print espadrilles, chunky earrings and a woven clutch.
The dresses for H&M come in an array of African-inspired prints with their colours ranging from baby blues, browns and blacks to hues of pink and amber reds, all of which celebrate the elegance and vibrancy of Africa. Mantsho translates to “black is beautiful” in Creative Director for Mantsho, Palesa Mokubung’s native Sesotho language.
Mokubung’s work for H&M is definitely reflective of such beauty in all of its forms as the capsule pieces are a curation of her most popular work from past collections. “This is my love letter to the world from Africa,” she said in the official press release. “I hope customers around the world will enjoy this ensemble of my standout pieces from my last three collections.
Rightfully so, the pieces are stunning to say the least. This collection’s baby blue print is perfect for the end of summer while the other dresses have just the right balance of bright and dark colours that are appropriate for the fall when temperatures begin to cool. My favourite item will probably have to be the embroidered sweater and print blue skirt to match as can be seen in the pictures below.
Prior to this, Mokubung has shown various of her past collections in South Africa, while gracing a number of runways in the United States, Greece, India and Senegal.The Mantsho collection for H&M will be priced between £24.99 – £79.99 and is expected to be sold online and in selected UK stores from August 15.
What do you love the most about H&M’s collaboration with Mantsho, a South African label?
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This collection looks amazing! Can’t wait to see it in person.
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Hello Kathrine,
Well, you know what they say… “pictures don’t lie” so I think you would probably love the collection in person!
Oh yes, these look stunning. This was a good collaboration.
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For sure. My favourite part is the earrings. I can’t wait to get my hands on a pair!
Oh how exciting! I did not know this. I love the bell sleeved dresses and the geometric print pull-over and skirts! I am steering clear of fast fashion but for this collab I may make a an exception.
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What a gorgeous collection! The vibrant prints are so much fun! I definitely need to go see this collection in store. I’m really liking those espadrilles.
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Yes, the espadrilles are indeed really cute and it would look good with the matching dress. You made a great choice!
These pieces are stunning! The dresses in the first photo are gorgeous. They’re colorful, vibrant, & I love the meaning behind the prints. :]
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Hello Carmen,
Everybody loves prints. They are so much fun and chic to wear!
What a gorgeous collection!
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Hello Jessica,
The entire collection is a whole mood. Everything came together really nicely!
This is great news!!! I love the prints and the color! I hope the collection will also be available in Mexico.
Thank you for sharing!
Lindifique
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Hello Natalia,
For now, I think the collection is only available in the UK and South Africa. You might be able to access it online though. I will be sure to update the article with a link on August 15 if that option becomes available. Cheers!
I love a good H&M collaboration and what a beauty this is!
The patterns are absolutely stunning 😀
Rachel | Teacups & Tartan
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Hello Rachel,
H&M always seems to have a lot of good collaborations up their sleeves! Glad to see that this one is with a South African brand.
Oh gotta check this collection out. I love the fabrics and tribal earrings. Lovely!
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The earrings are actually my favourite part of the collaboration and then the embroidered shirt. I wish these would be available in stores out here in Canada. I will check if they have it online once it launches on August 15th.
This collection looks so beautiful! It’s hard to choose my favorite piece, but I absolutely love the design on the earrings! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
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Hey Melissa,
Glad you love the earrings. They are my absolute favourite too! 🙂
How amazing that H&M has a collaboration with an African label. Those pieces are all so gorgeous!
xx Simone
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Hello Simone,
I know right?! It is so alluring to see what can be created when talented minds come together – the collection is a dream!
The prints and colors are amazing in this collection! i have to go in store to see it in person!
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Yeah, I still wish the collection was launching in stores across Canada. It would have been so cool to try on some of those items and perhaps make a purchase!
What a beautiful collection….It would have been nice to have collection available in Canada. Will definitely go online to oooh and ahhhhhh. Thanks for sharing ❤. Oh by the way the ADs are very intrusive and annoying and this impacts on my ability to enjoy your awesome/informative site
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