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The most unique local lifestyle brands and products that will guide, motivate and inspire you to express your identity.
RAGS
It is no secret that thrift is the new black. If you are into thrifting, yet weary of the sometimes limited options in Namibia, you will be happy to know that RAGS exists. With consistent stock drops on their Instagram profile, you might find yourself setting timers for when the next lot of curated, upcycled and ridiculously cute items are posted. RAGS sells out in a flash, which is part of the fun, and the bidding items (which require you to make an offer in the comments) are always a tug of war between the coolest thrifters on the block.
Instagram: @rags.collection
BIRKE DEDIG
Art that truly makes your soul move is hard to come by. Oftentimes, abstract art has the ability to capture your mind’s eye and without knowing how or why, speaks to you in a language only you thought you understood. Birke Dedig is a self-taught Namibian artist specialising in depicting raw emotion on canvas. She does not merely paint things, she paints feelings and experiences in interpretive colours and textures. Birke’s colour palette includes brilliant blues and deep earthy reds, complemented by striking pops of yellow hues. Her process involves expressing nuanced emotions through shapes, colour and texture until a state of utter tranquillity is achieved, it is then that she knows the artwork is complete. Birke sells her magnificent paintings via Instagram, where you can view her catalogue as well as contact her for commissioned pieces that will make a truly unique addition to your home or office space.
Instagram: @a.r.t_online
STRETCH LENNY POTTERY
Food and drink just taste better out of beautiful ceramics, right? So before you host your next dinner party or high tea, invest in Stretch Lenny’s beautiful pottery. Named after owner Martin Harris’ four-legged friend, this local pottery studio incorporates neutral Namibia-inspired colours and prioritises ergonomic design. Stretch Lenny is the perfect pottery studio for all your cup, bowl, jar and jug needs. Plus, every now and then Martin posts a picture of Lenny assisting in the studio. Bonus!
Instagram: @stretch_lenny_pottery
ARUASI’S CLOSET
If your grandmother didn’t leave you any heirloom corsets, there is no need to fret! Aruasi's Closet is ready to plug you with jaw-dropping vintage corsets. Elegant lace pieces, edgier black staples and statementpatterned corsets define the range, but everything in between is just as gorgeous. Whether it zips, clips or laces up, at Aruasi's Closet you will find the waist-cinching vintage wonder that feels like it was made just for you.
Instagram: @aruasiscloset_official
THREADED
Nothing says hand-made with love quite like embroidery. The team at Threaded prides itself in incredible attention to detail, which shows on every bow, bag and decorative embroidery hoop. The latter can be custom-ordered to feature a name, date or design of your choice, making for the perfect thoughtful gift for a little one’s first bedroom or commemorating a monumental anniversary. You can view the Threaded catalogue on WhatsApp Business and order a hand-made embroidered piece with ease.
