How Activewear Start-Up Macho & Minx Aims To Empower Communities In South Africa
How Activewear Start-Up Macho & Minx Aims To Empower Communities In South Africa. Macho & Minx is a small, proudly South African active wear business, which was launched in Cape Town in February 2019.
Moreover it is the brainchild of a Mum of three who wanted to create a functional range. Comfy active wear which not only makes women feel great but also supports local artisans. With her fun and quirky nature and her passion for exercise, comfy clothes and beautiful things, the first yoga leggings were born. Macho & Minx believes in supporting the community as much as possible. The company has a store n Constantia. It also has various yoga, Pilates & gym studios that sell its products.
The patterns are made and cut in Woodstock, the fabric is cut in Manenburg and the leggings are sewn in Retreat. Most importantly all the fabric is locally sourced. Keeping the business small, local and personal underpins the Macho & Minx philosophy. From ladies gym pants to yoga leggings and sweat tops. Macho & Minx Seeks to provide the most vibrant active wear range in Cape Town, South Africa. The company is also looking into doing running belts which should be out in a few Months.
In the spirit of giving back, Macho & Minx activewear has and continues to donate a portion of its monthly sales to support Mdzananda Animal Clinic. The clinic, situated in Khayelitsha, South Africa is an incredible shelter that has grown from one-man show to a fully functional clinic. Moreover the clinic acts as support to all those in the Khayelitsha community. Therefore educating and assisting them in looking after their furry babies.
