Thebe Magugu (South Africa)

The winner of the 2019 LVMH PRIZE and the first African designer to win the prestigious title, Magugu was born in South Africa, studying at Johannesburg Fashion Design School & Retail Education Institute before launching his first collection in 2015. Since, he has collaborated with renowned designers such as Richi Mnisi, showcased in London and Paris where he was nominated for the LVMH PRIZE. His work is inspired by culture, tradition, contemporary art and experience, giving another view on how the aesthetics of the African apparel industry is perceived. He currently has stockists in South Africa and France.