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Tasleem Bulbulia, established South African designer, known for her exquisite bespoke pieces and intricate designs, draws inspiration from all aspects of her life. With almost 25 years experience, she was a founding member of the Cape Town Fashion Council. With earlier labels she created, Funeka and Soul Child, which retailed in top South African stores, Tasleem worked to redefine womens’ fashion, by effortlessly combining an indigenous fashion aesthetic with high fashion techniques. Her designs routinely feature at SA Fashion week and AFI fashion week. She’s featured on Top Billing, Pasella, Eastern Mosaic, and local and international fashion publications. Her latest venture, Bulbulia Threads, is the culmination of her culture, faith, and her fashion ethos. Bulbulia Threads is modern, meaningful and modest. 8