Waterfall City just got a serious upgrade for anyone who takes their streetwear and leisurewear seriously. The Old School clothing store at Mall of Africa in Midrand is now open, and for fans of vintage sports heritage, casual lifestyle apparel, and locally rooted fashion, it is worth making the trip.
Old School Clothing Store Has Arrived at Mall of Africa
Old School, the South African leisurewear and supporter label that has built a loyal following across the country, has opened its doors at Mall of Africa in Midrand, and it fits right in.
For those unfamiliar, Old School is not your typical fast-fashion chain. The brand leans hard into vintage sports heritage, casual lifestyle apparel, and the kind of relaxed streetwear that has roots in South African culture and fashion. Think classic cuts, team colours, and everyday pieces that actually hold up. It is clothing built for real life, not just for Instagram.
The Mall of Africa location puts the brand in front of a wide Gauteng audience. Midrand sits at the geographic midpoint of Johannesburg and Pretoria, which means the store draws shoppers from both directions. Whether someone is coming from Sandton, Centurion, or further afield, Mall of Africa is a practical destination, and Old School is now a practical reason to visit. Around 300 stores call this mall home, and the clothing store landscape here is competitive. Old School earns its place by offering something people genuinely want, and something that many of the bigger chain retailers simply cannot replicate: a point of view that is specifically South African.
What Makes Old School Different in South Africa's Urban Fashion Scene
There is a reason Old School has grown the way it has. The brand understands its customer. South Africa's urban fashion scene has never been about chasing international trends at a discount. It is about identity, locality, and wearing something that means something. Old School taps into that directly, drawing on the visual language of classic sporting culture and the kind of everyday casual wear that has always looked better than it was supposed to.
The range covers leisurewear staples: branded tops and the supporter pieces that have become a genuine subcategory of South African street fashion. These are not novelty items. They are wardrobe workhorses that carry a lot of cultural weight for the people who wear them.
The Bigger Picture: Local Brands Finding Their Footing in Major Malls
Old School's arrival at Mall of Africa is part of a broader and genuinely exciting shift in South African retail. Local apparel labels are no longer content to operate from small standalone stores or markets. They are taking up space in major shopping centres and holding their own against international competition. That says something about how South African shoppers are changing too.
There is a growing appetite for clothing that reflects local culture and local history. Old School feeds that appetite well. It does not need to apologise for being a South African brand in a South African mall. That is precisely the point.
For more on what is happening in Joburg's creative retail space, check out our feature on Artclub and Friends, another local label doing interesting things. And if you want to explore the neighbourhoods where this kind of independent creative energy first took hold, our Maboneng creative precinct guide is a good place to start, as is our roundup of places to go in Braamfontein, where local streetwear culture has long had a home.
Getting to Mall of Africa
Mall of Africa is located on Lone Creek Crescent and Magwa Crescent in Midrand, Johannesburg. It is easily accessible from the N1 highway, and there is ample parking on site. The mall trades daily from 09:00 to 20:00, which makes it straightforward to plan a visit around almost any schedule.
If you are making a day of it, the mall has around 300 stores and a strong food and beverage offering to fill out the visit. Old School sits within a retail environment that genuinely supports the brand, surrounded by the kind of foot traffic that appreciates what it is selling. Head to Mall of Africa, find Old School, and pick up something you will actually wear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Old School clothing store?
The Old School clothing store is located inside Mall of Africa in Midrand, Johannesburg. The mall is easily accessible from the N1 highway in Waterfall City.
What type of clothing does Old School sell?
Old School specialises in leisurewear, vintage sports heritage apparel, and relaxed streetwear rooted in South African fashion culture. The range includes various supporter pieces.
What are Old School store trading hours at Mall of Africa?
Old School trades during Mall of Africa's standard hours, which are daily from 09:00 to 20:00. These hours apply seven days a week, including weekends and public holidays, though it is worth confirming on public holidays.
Is Old School a South African clothing brand?
Yes, Old School is a South African brand with a strong local following. It draws on vintage sports heritage to create apparel that reflects a specifically South African identity and point of view.
What other streetwear and urban clothing stores are at Mall of Africa?
Mall of Africa has around 300 stores, including a competitive mix of local and international clothing retailers catering to the streetwear and urban fashion crowd. The Old School clothing store at Mall of Africa joins a retail landscape that already serves Johannesburg's style-conscious shoppers well.