Young Designers Emporium, better known as
YDE; is all about the edge, style, glam and all things fashion. If you have been looking for a place that has all things authentic then this is the place to find it.
The Young Designers Emporium plays an integral role in the fashion industry. They bring you the best garments and strive to give young talented designers a platform.
The Young Designers
The brand has taken it upon themselves to create an awesome platform where rising talent can show the world what they can do.
YDE takes the future of fashion very seriously and its significance in the brand is what motivates them to promote the talent that South Africa has to offer.
Anyone who has the love, passion and talent in fashion can join this influential platform.

How you can get your stuff out there?
- First and foremost, you have to bring out your A-game.
- Your product sales will determine your staying power.
- Your designer label and garments must be exclusive to YDE.
- When you are accepted into the Young Designers Emporium, you must register your brand trademark.
You can read more about the requirements
here.
The Emporium
Whether you are a man or woman, YDE has clothes for everyone and if you are looking for something that screams unique - this is the spot.

Having provided a platform to multitudes of up and coming fashion designers, you can expect to find something fresh, cutting edge and fashion forward. YDE offers different ranges of footwear, clothing from casual to glam and accessories which include belts, bags, sunglasses and much more.
The store is always bringing in limited garments that sell out at the blink of an eye. YDE says, "Our clothing and accessory ranges and brands are original, sexy and expressive, and cater to a fresh and trendy customer-base who has a keen eye on local and international fashion trends".
So if your plan is to make a statement, YDE is the place you need for a little retail therapy.
The Fashion
Clothing
YDE has different kinds of clothing to meet every occasion so if you visit the store, you will find all sorts of characters.
Whether the look you are looking for something formal or something for a night out - they've got you covered. Both men and women.
Shoes
The shoes you will find here, you will not find anywhere else. They bring something unique every time whether it's heels, sneakers, formal shoes for the ladies and gents. You will not be disappointed.
Accessories
YDE has every accessory you can think of, giving you many options to choose from, not to mention - a good variety. They also have some young designers who make these lovely items. So whether you want a belt, bag, bangle - they have that and more.

Some of the talented designers that are a part of the YDE community include:
- Amber
- Khosi Nkosi
- Limits Unknown
- Lucky Luke
- Milla
- Miss Friday
- Phenomena
- Reverse Clothing
- Velvet
- and many more awesome designers.