In her Durban-based studio, Kathrin shares her journey into the fashion industry, owing the credit to her talented mom. “Growing up as a little girl, I watched my mother sew and work with such beautiful fabrications that I could only dream of sewing. Because of that, pursing fashion design was something that was always on the top of my mind.”
Kathrin always planned to work alongside her mom one day. With many years of experience, Carol has a keen eye for detail and ensures every Kathrin Kidger garment is flawless. Carol explains, “We have to make sure our garments are different and individual. Quality is absolutely essential.”
It was after winning a competition at the end of her studies in fashion design that kickstarted Kathrin’s illustrious career. “When I sat down with the brand in 2004, the idea about creating pieces that really speak to the narrative of being an African woman was at the core of my brand.”