Our Story
A house of intention
Founded by Lindiwe Makhoba
UNALISA Brands is a South African fashion and beauty house founded by Lindiwe Makhoba, a former banker turned designer whose debut collection showed at Africa Fashion Week London in 2019.
The brand has since featured at Seychelles Fashion Week (2019 & 2021, aired on SABC3) and the Durban Fashion Festival. Our identity is simply unique, but edgy — clean silhouettes with bold, tailored details.
Community
Hiring local
Our atelier hires local women and youth, creating meaningful work in the South African fashion economy.
Foundation
NPC Ucu Foundation
A portion of our work supports the NPC Ucu Foundation, extending opportunity to the next generation of creatives.
Craft
Made by hand
Every piece — from tailored garments to hand-blended perfumes — is crafted in South Africa with considered materials.