What a stylist wears, reads and looks for in street style
image and words by Shamillar Manhika
Eyes on.
Stylist Shamillar Manhika is obsessed with colour, community and craftsmanship, just like us. “Getting dressed is my way of romanticising life, one outfit at a time,” she says. “Now I’m exploring how to fold my African heritage into my work, blending bold textiles, ancestral stories and traditions that feel nostalgic, yet new.” Upon request, she shares what she’s been wearing, watching and reading lately.
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In my wardrobe
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I’m currently living in my ‘The Rioter’ hoodie from Briar Will. I love how she plays with colour and creates illusions by printing vintage
clothes onto new garments. I’ve also been eyeing Kahe’s ‘This Is My Boot 2’, a stunning leather boot that transforms into a wedged mule. Its designer, Kacy, is the queen of multifunctionality. Then there’s Bizarre Lingerie, making flattering, sultry lace lingerie that’s made to live outside the bedroom.
On my bookshelf
The last book that really stayed with me was The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune. It’s a whimsical tale of family, love and embracing what makes us different. Perfect for anyone craving an escape that leaves you beautifully wrecked long after.
On my playlist
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Nū is an Ethiopian artist based in Naarm and her album Technifro-185 is pure magic. Imagine live coding with angel vocals. She’s also my sisi (sister), so I got to hear her talent before the world did.
For street style inspiration
Naarm’s Inner North and West are unmatched. Footscray on a Thursday afternoon is my favourite, with African aunties in head wraps and Asian uncles dripping casual swag. It’s effortless, alive and never trying too hard.
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