LOOKBOOK Studio, Unit 102, The Foundry, Prestwich Street, De Waterkant, Cape Town (2025)

22/07/2025

Let’s talk textiles, for real 👇🪡👂🐏🙌

It’s that time, people – time to really dive into the importance, beauty, and power of African fibre and textile craft. Time for Textile Talks 2025. 🧶

Founded by Twyg () and now in its third year, this three-day event gathers makers, experts, creative leaders, and manufacturers in the textile industry to – in a nutshell 🌰 – connect, engage (with one another and with you!), and explore the powerful force this realm can be for positive change. ♲

This year’s theme, Thread with Care, puts the spotlight on care, repair, and sustainability over waste – and promises to be brought to life through must-see exhibitions of natural African fibres and textiles in Cape Town. 👁️

Tickets are selling fast, so get yours today and join us next week! Head over to Twyg’s website (you know the way) to book and learn more. 🎟️

📍 V&A Waterfront, Cape Town
🗓️ 29–31 July

17/07/2025

A(nother) moment for textiles 🪡🖼️

Last night, we popped in at to have a squiz at the IScamtho Nge-Craft fiber art exhibition – and, oh, we’re so glad we did! 🧶 Greeted by the sweet smile of Nkuli Mlangeni-Berg (founder of exhibition host – ), we had a tour of the intricate textile works made by artists from Norway, Sweden and our homeland – South Africa. Some familiar, some new...

👁️ Participating artists:
Lukhanyo Mdinghi ()
Matilda Dominique ()
Faith47 ()
Sibabalwe Ndlwana ()
Estelle Bourdet ()
Bulumko Mbethe (.mbete)
Liza Grobler ()
Ditiro Mashigo (.mashigo)
Rozanne Whyte ()
Sara Elgren
Ida Hagen (.no)
Sarai Alvarez Riveros (.alvarez.riveros)
Morris Åkermalm Edberg ()
Lucie Panis-Jones ()

GO CHECK IT OUT! The exhibiton is open to public from right now (8pm-5pm) until tomorrow (same times!). 🚶‍♀️

Bree Street Community Hall (inside Clarkes), 133 Bree Street, Cape Town

For more info, visit . 📲

17/07/2025

Cocoa on Kloof 🫘🥂🍫

We’re going – and you should definitely come too! Join us this Saturday for the official debut of BANTU CHOCOLATE () at AKJP BAR (). 🤎 Apparently they’ll be serving up espresso martinis, chocolate-infused goodies & tablescapes, bubbles, and as always – VIBES! C’mon... do we even need any more convincing? 😻

Let’s get a taste of Bantu Chocolate (). 😋

📍 AKJP Studio, 73 Kloof Street, Cape Town
📅 Saturday 19 July, 3PM – 5PM

💌 :

15/07/2025

Warmth Within: a full circle campaign ✏️🪜📱📸📙

Swipe for a glimpse into our latest campaign for Mobelli (), dubbed ‘Warmth Within’ – a reimagination of the brand and the comfort of indoor furniture. More than a collection, it’s a mood – couches that sit deep, soft to the touch; dining tables suitable for shared family meals; and lounge pieces that allow stretched-out legs. 🙂‍↔️

As for concept, art direction, production, styling, video, print design, and print inserts – well, that was done by yours truly aka LOOKBOOK Studio production (thelookbook). 😉

To see more, flip through the latest House and Leisure () Volume 17 (Harvest) 📔
To shop the collection, visit the Mobelli () website | mobelli.co.za 🔗
To see more exciting collabs and projects, keep your eyes on our socials 👀

a LOOKBOOK Studio production (thelookbook) 🪜
Creative direction by LOOKBOOK Studio production (thelookbook) 👓
Art direction & styling by Charl Edwards () and Storm Ross () 👁️
Styling by Storm Ross () 👁️
Photography by Frances Marais () 📸
Video and editing by Jana Human () 🎬
Lighting by Lunghelo Mlati () 💡
Production assistance by Murray King () and Chris Timm () 👐
Modelling by Paula Robertson () 🙆🏻‍♀️

08/07/2025

Postcards from a sheep shed in the Karoo 🧶

After a trip to the icy Karoo, we’ve returned with more than just cracked lips, dusty vellies, and full tummies (stuffed with pannekoek, roosterkoek, and lamb sosaties). Most importantly, we’ve returned to the city with a deep appreciation for the ‘world of wool’. 🧵

With more stories to come (keep your eyes on the next edition of 👀), we thought we’d share a few sneaky snaps from this past weekend at the , and from ‘Wool World’ – an exhibition co-curated by .studio and , and made possible by – that brought the landscape, its fruit (wool), crafters, makers, mothers, stories, community, and the warmth of wool to life. 🪨🐑🚜

Swipe for stories of wool and weaving – each telling the seasonal tales of the Karoo. 🪡

👁️ Curated by .studio and

🤝 Partners :

🖼️ Featured participants :

Chantel Zalainskalnsh_mohairstudio

Maddelein Anderson

Miensie van Zyl
bentum.textiles
Tali Lehr-Sacks from .fibrestudio

04/07/2025

Caption:

A place to call HOME 🚪

Who gets to belong? Who is left out? What does it mean to stay, to return, or to be made to leave? And how do we reclaim our place – physically, spiritually, and culturally?

These are the urgent, deeply human questions at the heart of ‘HOME’ – a powerful group exhibition by and in collaboration with , in support of . 🌆

Opening later today (scroll for the deets 👇), HOME gathers a bold and beautiful mix of established and emerging artists, each reflecting on how place, space, and memory shape our personal and collective stories. ✏️

Expect painting, photography, sculpture, installation, and conversations about belonging, memory, and the power of reclaiming space. A reminder that home is something we all have a right to.🏠

Featuring artists:

📍 Wolff Architects, Cape Town
📅 Opening: 4 July 2025 | 5–8pm (viewing by appointment afterwards)
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🧠 Curated by:
🎨 Creative consultancy:
✂️ Poster design:

03/07/2025

JACQUE’MUSE’ 🍌

Yes, he might be the most iconic figure in the zeitgeist: emblem of ‘banana boats’ (and a dream boat!), branded cafés... But to us, Jacquemus (aka Simon) is more than that – he is the ultimate storyteller. And his latest story had us moved from the start. 🧑‍🌾

For Spring/Summer 2026, Simon brings us Le Paysan – a love letter to the land and his roots. Grounded in the simplicity of farm life, the collection is a rich harvest of memories: his childhood, humble beginnings, and upbringing in the French countryside. 🍅 It’s giving Volume 17 (Harvest)... Obsessed doesn’t quite cover it. 😮‍💨

Swipe, savour, and shout out to Simon. Bravo. Bravo. 🤌

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02/07/2025

A W🧶RLD OF W🧶🧶L

Not our usual go-to for LOOKBOOK attire, but this week we’re lacing up a dusty pair of vellies and heading to the Tankwa for the annual ‘Wolfees’ – aka the . 🚜

Kicking off today, the festival brings together local crafters and storytellers to celebrate a beloved fibre 🐏 – set against the raw backdrop of the Karoo. We’re talking all things wool: from ‘boerepraatjies’ and sheepdog demos to design showcases, plus a multi-sensory exhibition we’re especially excited about – ‘Wool World: Beneath Karoo Skies’... 🌄

Curated by .studio and , and made possible by , ‘Wool World’ is a sensory experience exploring the emotional, cultural, and tactile beauty of South African wool. The exhibition pays tribute to the rhythms of the Karoo and the hands that shape this ancient fibre – many of whom are our dear friends, friends of the brand, collaborators, contributors, makers, mentors, and family (literally!). 🫶

To name a few:

h_mohair

studio

We’ll be keeping an eye on it all and sharing more in the weeks to come. 📔 But for the wool lovers, wanderers, and ‘karoo siele’ out there – we hope to see you there! 👁️

For more info and ticket sales, visit karoowinterwoolfestival.com | 🎟️

✂️ Poster design by LOOKBOOK Studio ()

📸 ‘The Karoo’, an exclusive online editorial for Vogue Portugal:
Photography :
Creative direction & styling : , , with
Hair & makeup :
Production :
Fashion curation : from
Garments : .studio and
Photo assistance :
Styling assistance :
Modelling : .saaiman & .welff from
Shot at

01/07/2025

A W🧶RLD OF W🧶🧶L

Not our usual go-to for LOOKBOOK attire, but this week we’re lacing up a dusty pair of vellies and heading to the Tankwa for the annual ‘Wolfees’ – aka the Karoo Winter Wool Festival. 🚜

Kicking off today, the festival brings together local crafters and storytellers to celebrate a beloved fibre 🐏 – set against the raw backdrop of the Karoo. We’re talking all things wool: from ‘boerepraatjies’ and sheepdog demos to design showcases, plus a multi-sensory exhibition we’re especially excited about – ‘Wool World: Beneath Karoo Skies’... 🌄

Curated by .studio and , and made possible by , ‘Wool World’ is a sensory experience exploring the emotional, cultural, and tactile beauty of South African wool. The exhibition pays tribute to the rhythms of the Karoo and the hands that shape this ancient fibre – many of whom are our dear friends, friends of the brand, collaborators, contributors, makers, mentors, and family (literally!). 🫶

To name a few:

h_mohair

studio

We’ll be keeping an eye on it all and sharing more in the weeks to come. 📔 But for the wool lovers, wanderers, and ‘karoo siele’ out there – we hope to see you there! 👁️

For more info and ticket sales, visit karoowinterwoolfestival.com 🎟️

✂️ Poster design by LOOKBOOK Studio ()

📸 Image from ‘The Karoo’, an exclusive online editorial for Vogue Portugal:
Photography :
Creative direction & styling : , , with
Hair & makeup : Produced by
Fashion curation : from
Photo assistance :
Styling assistance :
Modelling : .saaiman & .welff from
Shot at

25/06/2025

It's our birthYAY! 🥳

We all know you don't need a reason to have cake… however, this week marks a very special occasion and milestone – our not-so-little studio is turning 5! 🥹

Born in the midst of a global pandemic, conquering the terrible twos, growing pains, and being the new kid… let's just say that growing up hasn't exactly been easy. But boy oh boy, are we proud of how far we've come! 💛

After five years, our studio has grown in size, ambition, team members, and in the number of seriously cool projects under our belt. 😌 We've published 17 editions of , multiple books, digimags, catalogues, and papers; styled countless shoots; worked on local and international campaigns; consumed what feels like thousands of cups of tea; hosted many a dinners; curated booths, windows and shows; and, of course, made lookbook after lookbook after lookbook... honestly, we might run out of character count here. 🤭

The point is: we're grateful, proud, and it's time for CAKE! 😉🎂

And a special shout out to all our contributors, industry friends, and unofficial co-parents – thank you for helping us raise our baby. 🫶

P.S. / Teaser alert… make sure you're subscribed to our newsletter (link in bio) to receive our secret birthday cake recipe, dropping next week! 👀

24/06/2025

Showing (off) our true colours 😉

Our studio always has a little giggle whenever we receive a “have you seen this?!” mail or DM about ’s 2025 colour forecast, to which we respond with a chuffed smile – “Yeah, we know... we did that! 😏”.

So consider this a friendly reminder (for those who know) and reshare (for those who don’t) that ‘we did that’. Swipe to see the four colour families – Bright 🌈, Dark 🌚, Natural 🌾, and Neutral 🐚 – we created for ’s annual colour forecast for the year 2025, ‘Hybridity’.

To see and learn more about this year’s colour forecast (and our work), head over to our link in bio. 👆

a LOOKBOOK Studio Production ()
Creative direction by LOOKBOOK Studio ()
Production & art direction by
Photography by
Production assistance & props by
Props styling by
Production assistance by
Lighting assistance by

19/06/2025

We made a(nother) magazine 💄📕

As the makers of , we’re always open to briefs and projects that call for our print and digital know-how... Be it mags, digimags, lookbooks, journals, catalogues , books – the list goes on. 🤓

One of our latest? A catalogue for cosmetic connoisseurs, made by yours truly for our friends in Sweden, the family. 💅

Swipe for sneak peaks and spreads. 😉 For the full look (and the option to add it to your basket) – head to the link in bio! 🔗

Made by LOOKBOOK Studio () ✏️
A special thanks to contriburing editor 💋

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