ABOUT

Ephymol is a bold menswear label founded by designer Ephraim Molingoane in 2002. Based in Marshalltown, Johannesburg, the brand made its debut at South African Fashion Week the same year, instantly marking its territory with unapologetic masculinity and sharp tailoring.

Rooted in timeless design and contemporary relevance, Ephymol channels the pulse of the present – drawing inspiration from politics, urban life, personal relationships, and the vibrant energy of the streets. Molingoane’s upbringing in Soweto and the Free State exposed him to a rich tapestry of cultures and subcultures, from Mapantsula and Sophiatown sophistication to Hippie freedom and Swanker flair.

 His aesthetic is a celebration of cut, construction, and character – where print-on-print, patchwork, and vibrant colour collide with the expressive codes of AmaBhaca regality, Mblasela kitsch, and the Pantsula’s loose-fit swagger. Each collection is a tribute to South African identity, reimagined through a lens of fearless elegance and cultural pride.