Natalie Mhandu
Natalie Mhandu | |
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| Born | Natalie Mhandu April 4, 1991 Chegutu, Zimbabwe |
| Nationality | Zimbabwean |
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| Years active | 2015–present |
| Notable work | Style Philosophy, Enchantress Aesthetics, Nine2Five Professional Elegance |
| Website | madamestylist.co.zw |
Natalie Mhandu (born April 4, 1991) is a Zimbabwean entrepreneur and personal stylist.[1]
Early Life and Education
Natalie Mhandu began her career at Simbisa Brands and later worked as a sales representative at Edgars in Harare.[2]
Career
Natalie Mhandu is the founder of Style Philosophy, Enchantress Aesthetics, and Nine2Five Professional Elegance. Her work focuses on personal styling and fashion consultancy.[3] She has also been featured in a cover story for Zim Influencers Magazine, where she shared her journey and insights on entrepreneurship.[4]
Philanthropy and Advocacy
Mhandu supports local artisans and promotes sustainable fashion practices. She studied Sustainable Business Strategy at Harvard Business School Online.[1]
Awards and Recognition
Natalie Mhandu has received several awards, including:
- 2024: Institute of Corporate Directors Zimbabwe (ICDZ) 40 under 40 Young Business Leaders award.
- 2023: Fashionista of the Year and Corporate Oriented Brand of the Year for Nine2Five, National Business Awards.
- 2022: Zim Achievers Female Personality of the Year.
- 2022: Most Fashionable Social Media Personality, Style Icon Zimbabwe Awards.
- 2021: Gumiguru 50 under 40 Best in Arts and Culture award.
- 2020: CZR Top 100 Business Leaders in Retail Value Chain.
- 2020: Commercial Retailers Association (CZR) 1st Runner Up Young Entrepreneur of the Year.[2]
In 2022, Mhandu was nominated for the Female Personality of the Year at the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) and won the Most Fashionable Social Media Personality at the inaugural Style Icon Zimbabwe Awards (SIZA).[5]
Personal Life
Natalie Mhandu has one child.[6]
References
- ^ a b "Home". madamestylist.co.zw. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
- ^ a b "Melody Natalie Mhandu". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2024-07-22.
- ^ "Natalie Mhandu rebrands her shop to Enchantress Aesthetics". Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ "Cover Story By Natalie Mhandu". Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ "Fashion icon basks in glow of ZAA nomination". Retrieved 2024-07-25.
- ^ "Natalie Mammi Chloe". Retrieved 2024-07-25.