Trendy kids fashion made-to-measure: KuNa label is African kiddy chic

Jan. 20, 2010 - PRLog -- Handcrafted with love in South Africa

Times have changed from the days when children dressed as miniature adults that limited their physical freedom and imposed social restrictions on their behavior. Those days are long gone; today, choosing modern apparel for children is less about following the latest trend and more about enhancing their natural radiance and joyous energy. Not only can children wear any colour, the shade and intensity has a positive effect on their self-esteem. According to owner and designer of the KuNa clothing line for girls aged 2 – 10, Shingai Netshipise, “KuNa clothing is bright and bold with an African twist, yet global and original; materials include natural cotton from South Africa, Zimbabwe and Zambia, and wax prints from Northern African countries.”

   Custom-made to fit irregular sizes

The Johannesburg-based KuNa factory markets its clothing range to global consumers, including South Africa. Shingai Netshipise (25) is a seasoned fashion designer, having worked for the Foschini Group (Cape Town) and alongside well-known names in fashion circles such as Marianne Fassler and Hannia Webber's Sibella range, before launching her own label, KuNa. “While off-the-shelf garments are pre-made according to standardized measurements based on the age of the child, we recognize that some children are tall or petite for their age and many of the garments are therefore custom-make to individual specification,” says Netshipise. KuNa also specializes in making special occasion wear; gift vouchers may be purchased from the online store at www.kuna.co.za  Besides demanding that the basic design is comfortable and flattering, other features that make KuNa clothing and tote handbags so alluring includes striking hand embroidery, detailed sequined art, beading, trims and tie-dyeing. “Materials are deliberately sourced for their comfort-value, durability and are easy to wash,” says Netshipise.



   KuNa Customer Care

View what the KuNa label has to offer on www.kuna.co.za. Kuna is sold exclusively through its on-line store. “Delivery of orders take 7 – 10 days to process and dispatch, depending on location; parcels are sent via registered mail which customers can either track themselves or liaise with KuNa Customer Care,” says Netshipise.

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In contrast to huge online superstores, KuNa is a unique and upscale boutique, offering a specialized selection of girls clothing ages 2-10 years. www.kuna.co.za has a special focus on quality products that aren't readily available in department stores, all made and hand crafted with love in South Africa