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Shifting Sands African Couture

Name: Shifting Sands African Couture
Address: 123 A Eccleston Cresent, Bryanston, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2021, ZA
Telephone: 079 496 0747
Price range: £££
Rating: 4.8

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Shifting Sands African Couture

Luxury African-inspired bridal & red carpet gowns for unforgettable moments. Worldwide service.

✨ www.shiftingsands.co.za
📍 Bryanston, Johannesburg
(22)

Whether you are looking for an Ndebele, Tswana, Xhosa, Zulu, Sotho, Pedi or any African inspired or cultural gown, or traditional attire Shifting Sands will accommodate your style, and will bring your traditional wedding to life.

26/10/2024

Lee-Ann Naidoo Mrs Grand Africa 2023-Queen Shining bright on the stage in Istanbul in a custom gown.... you look amazing. Bring the crown home godesss

23/10/2024

Wedding season... creating memories for a lifetime. The joy of starting your love journey in the perfect dress

29/09/2024

Artist Fatoumata Diwara from Mali and Keitumetse Madisha at the Gauteng welcome event of the 25th edition of Standard Bank Joy of Jazz at Nelson Mandela Square, Johannesburg, September 26, 2024.

Image: Veli Nhlapo

27/09/2024

Smiling into the weekend with a stunning wedding dress adorned in vibrant, colourful feathering—celebrating African elegance and joy! 🌈💃🏽

25/09/2024

Dressed in our rainbow nation colours, celebrating the vibrant rhythms of our music and the richness of our traditions, today we celebrate the heart and soul of South Africa.

13/09/2024

Putting the final touches on the Mzansi Youth Choir Outfits—can't wait to share the magic with you all! 🎶✨

11/09/2024

A walk down memory lane with this iconic look that captured the spotlight on the cover of "The Wedding Collection" magazine. True style stands the test of time."

10/09/2024

Proud moments when my designs share the stage with South Africa music legends....

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09/09/2024

With PJ Powers - Thandeka – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

31/08/2024

"Voices of Victory: Mzansi Youth Choir Sets the Tone for South Africa's Battle Against New Zealand."

What a day…. big thank you to for being on the field with me to sing a brand new World In Union. Love you and LOVE YOU BOKKE❤️❤️❤️

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30/08/2024

Sun, sand, and a dash of love! This stunning beach wedding is made even more breathtaking by the beautiful smile of the bride, Thando, perfectly paired with her gorgeous wedding dress inspired by sea shells, crystals and glass beads.

28/08/2024

Halfway through the week and feeling grateful for my journey as a fashion designer and having the privilege of creating garments for remarkable women. Here's to continuing to shine bright and empowering women to do the same!

23/08/2024

Behind every great dress is a great collaboration! Janet Gray and the brains behind Shifting Sands, Sanette, creating the perfect dress!

22/08/2024

Unforgettable night of rhythm and unity! Sharing the stage with the legendary PJ Powers - Thandeka and the incredible Mzansi Youth Choir was a powerful celebration of music and togetherness. ✨🎶

21/08/2024

Wow, just wow! This dress is absolute perfection! The intricate details are truly mesmerising - what a masterpiece! Mandy Kgobe, you're rocking this stunning gown!

16/08/2024

THE MAGIC BEHIND THE SCENES! The stunning photos you see take hard work and creativity to make beauty shine through!

09/08/2024

Just us chatting with Mrs. South Africa Tourism 2024, about her collaboration with Shifting Sands Couture. Watch it!

04/08/2024

"Pure pride and joy witnessing the incredible Mzanzi Youth Choir light up the stage at the Lexus Pop Classic Show. Their talent and passion are truly inspiring!" Creating garments for these beautifull souls is such and honour.

21/06/2024

Myrtle Janet Gray . You look absolutely stunning. My team at Shifting Sands African Couture are praying for you to bring the crown home..

21/10/2023

Wedding of the year. 2023 Zandile this was your dream

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13/10/2023

Magical moments ..

04/10/2023

An Awesome moment... my clothes on stage with Cold Play and Mzansi Youth Choir .. so proud

03/10/2023

Still one of our favourite designs

Sometimes simplicity is just the best.

We love the long full flare skirt because it’s the perfect skirt to dress up or down, you get to style it in many different ways and we promise you will love it!

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03/10/2023

Mzansi Youth Choir dressed by Shifting Sands African Couture on stage with Cold Play wow wow wow the most amazing performance

29/09/2023

Mzansi Youth Choir you where incredible on stage with the finals of America's Got Talent always an honour to dress true talent

Address

123 A Eccleston Cresent, Bryanston, Sandton
Johannesburg
2021

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	08:00 - 17:00

Telephone

079 496 0747

Website

http://www.shiftingsands.co.za/

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Celebrating our love for cultural design in full colour, and of course dancing is needed. ❤️🇿🇦 #WeddingWednesday #AfricanElegance #CulturalSplendor

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Adding the final beaded touches to a stunning African outfit—celebrating the artistry and culture with every stitch. ✨🌍 #FridayReflection #AfricanElegance #BeadedBeauty

Elegant attire, vibrant prints, and unforgettable celebrations—African weddings embody the essence of love, life, and cultural splendour. ✨💍 #WeddingWednesday

Reflecting on a week of hard work and sewing beautiful beads—ready to unwind and enjoy the weekend vibes! ✨🪡 #FridayReflection #WeekendVibes #BeadedBeauty #ProudlySouthAfrican #instafashion #FashionCreation #fashionista #fashionstyle #InstaFashion #fashiondesign #CreativeJourney #DesignInProgress

Putting the final touches on the Mzansi Youth Choir Outfits—can't wait to share the magic with you all! 🎶✨ #MzansiYouthChoir #DesignInProgress #CreativeJourney #ProudlySouthAfrican #fashionista #DesignerLife #SouthAfrica #AfricanCulture #ShiftingSandsCouture #Design #DesignIntheMaking #BehindTheScenes #FashionCreation

African couples are slaying the wedding game by fusing our rich heritage with Western elegance! 😍 #AfricanWeddingInspo #FusionFashion #LoveWins

Saturday morning reflection on a grand week and glittering weekend ahead! #BeadedBeauty #Fashion #SouthAfrica #ShiftingSandsCouture #InstaFashion #WeekendVibes #GlamUp #instafashion #fashionista #DesignerLife #fashionstyle

Smiling into the new week! Ready to tackle new adventures and make it an amazing one! Myrtle Janet Gray sure is! #fashionstyle #fashiondesign #model

Just us chatting with Mrs. South Africa Tourism 2024, @myrtle_janet_gray about her collaboration with Shifting Sands Couture. Watch it! #MrsSouthAfricaTourism #ShiftingSandsCouture #Fashion #SouthAfrica

"Radiant in red and gold, epitomized elegance on their wedding day. Adorned in intricate traditional attire, they celebrate love amidst vibrant hues, creating a mesmerizing blend of cultural richness and matrimonial bliss. 💑🌟 #IndianWedding #CelebrationOfLove"

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Our Story

Sanette Van Schalkwyk fashion designer and owner of Shifting Sands African Couture was born and raised in Bloemfontein. She grew up around her grandmother’s sewing machine and this sparked her passion for fashion design. As an inspired young designer, she won numerous awards and started her own fashion design studio at age 19, more than 30 years ago.

Over this time her beautiful creations have been on catwalks all over the world. Sanette has been featured in national and international publications and magazines. Recently she was nominated for an Mbokodo Award for her outstanding and valuable contribution in the field of arts and culture in South Africa.

Thousands of brides have walked down the aisle in her couture creations and many celebrities have been spotted on the red carpet in Sannette’s one-of-a-kind creations.