By Celani Sikhakhane
A woman farmer is making her mark in fashion by producing luxury clothes made from cattle hides.
Nelly Xulu, from Vryheid in KwaZulu-Natal, owns the Harvest farm on the outskirts of the historic town, known as the home of Mkabayi ka Jama, the aunt of King Shaka kaSenzangakhona.
Her farm is on the outskirts of Vryheid, a region where white farmers still dominate the agricultural sector.
Xulu produces attire such as wedding gowns, traditional headgear for women, men’s clothes such as amabheshu, leather jackets, and home accessories.
When Scrolla.Africa contacted Xulu, but she was busy in a meeting, so she asked us to view her TikTok interview, recorded on 27 July at the installation of Inkosi Mzamo Buthelezi in Pongola.
Xulu assisted the Shaka Ilembe cast with clothing products as part of their wardrobe.
Her clothing range also attracted the attention of former agriculture minister Thoko Didiza, who invited her to events hosted by the Department of Agriculture.
She has showcased her products at many big agricultural events, where she has dressed the female farmers.
Xulu is working with several women who are well-skilled in fashion and farming.
Rich people buy her products for weddings, traditional ceremonies, Zulu Kingdom ceremonies, and fashion shows.
Her wedding gowns made of cow skin don’t come cheap, costing from R7,500 upwards.
Pictured above: Harvest farm owner Nelly Xulu from Vryheid in KwaZulu-Natal wears a luxury cow skin top.
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