Meet Cyla Gonsolves

After leaving the set of The Intern by David Tlale in 2017, designer Cyla Gonsolves didn’t pause — she moved with purpose to bring her vision to life. Guided by a love for craftsmanship and a devotion to quiet luxury, Cyla began creating pieces that celebrate ease, beauty, and timeless femininity.

From her serene studio on a farm in Porterville, with the support of a dedicated team of women from the Cape Flats, every garment is thoughtfully made — each stitch, a story of intention, skill, and care. Together, they weave garments that hold the warmth of human hands and the spirit of community.

In 2023, Cyla Gonsolves was crowned the winner of the SA Fashion Week New Talent Search, a milestone that led to a special collaboration with Mr Price, celebrating accessibility, artistry, and South African design.

Today, the Cyla Gonsolves label continues to evolve as a South African womenswear brand rooted in wearable poetry: refined silhouettes, natural textures, and an understated elegance that endures beyond seasons. From dreamy dresses to soft knits and fluid blouses, each design embodies a sense of calm sophistication — created to move gently with the rhythm of modern life.

“Where calm becomes couture, and every thread tells a softer story.”