Gospel Star Dr Rebecca Malope Embarks on Fashion Journey, Designs Her Own Clothes: “I’m Now a Pro”

• Dr Rebecca Malope, South African gospel legend, has ventured into the fashion industry as a self-taught designer
• Known for her colourful gowns, Malope began designing her own outfits during the COVID-19 pandemic to manage costs and maintain her unique style
• She hopes to expand this passion into a full design business in the future
• Briefly News spoke to popular fashion designer and stylist Tony who urged the singer to keep pushing and always be authentic with her designs

South African gospel legend Dr Rebecca Malope is ready to take over the Mzansi fashion industry with her designs. The star, famous for her colourful gowns on and off the stage, recently revealed that she embarked on a fashion journey.

Rebecca Malope switches careers

Is there anything Dr Rebecca Malope can't do? The star, undeniably one of our time's greatest gospel singers and perur time, is now a fashion designer. Dr Rebecca's love for fashion has always been shown by the colourful and stylish outfits she has rocked over the years.

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According to ZiMoja, the star revealed that she is a self-taught designer who has been doing really well. She said her passion for design started during the COVID-19 pandemic and has never looked back. The award-winning singer added that as a top celebrity, she must always look good and not repeat her clothes, so making them herself helps cut costs.

"People know I love my shiny dresses and suits and as time goes on, maintaining a look becomes expensive even for us artists. You always need to look good and not repeat clothes, so I decided to teach myself how to make my clothes."

Rebecca Malope wants to expand her fashion design business

The singer added that she wants to go big. The self-taught designer said she hopes to start a real design business someday.

"You know, only time will tell, but I am enjoying it. In the future, I want to expand and maybe start a real design business."

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Speaking exclusively to Briefly News, celebrity fashion designer and stylist Tony applauded Dr Rebecca Malope for following her passion for fashion. He also urged her to be authentic with her designs. He said:

"As a designer, I advise her to embrace her unique vision and personal style, as that will set her apart in a competitive market."

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Source: Briefly News