Shout to the Lord: Teboho “Mr S” Seliane, A Legend in the making

By Teboho Masakala

He is funny, humble, fun loving and loves people. He is not only a well known designer but a philanthropist who have the needs of his community at heart. Teboho Seliane from Zone 2 in Thaba Nchu is slowly making a name for himself in the cut throat design industry.

Teboho Seliane

His work speaks volumes and he has designed clothes for local presenters, journalists, businessmen and ordinary people. His designs are well spoken of among the community of Thaba Nchu and is rising to become Thaba Nchu’s top designer. Already, he is one of the most sought after designer by schools in Thaba Nchu during Matric farewells.

"Style Se Unique"

His label name is “MR S” and he goes by the motto “Style Se Unique” and truly his designs are unique, mesmerising and eye catching. Apart from being well known local designers, this award winning designer is down to earth and known for helping people.

He is a religious man who often posts bible verses and inspiring motivational messages on his official Facebook page. Teboho has never looked back since being bitten by the clothing design bug and has taken his business seriously, he is working hard day and night to make a name for himself.

Teboho with his beautiful Girlfriend Precious Nomiki Fubu

Last year, millions around South Africa got to see his work first hand through the Entrepreneurial youth show “Making Moves” on SABC 1. This show gives young people in business a chance to vie for the main prize of R50 000 business funding. He might not have won but the show opened his designs to a new market, even the show’s presenters Pepsi Phokane and Siya were impressed by the suit Teboho was wearing during his presentation which he made himself.

Precious wearing one of Teboho's designs

During the wedding season (November to March) in Thaba Nchu, his designs dominates with almost 80% of weddings having his designs.

A Precious smile.

Newspapers such as Mangaung Issue, Zoom and others has in the past featured Teboho’s works. He is a go getter who is not afraid to take risks to get what he wants, his future is clearly bright. Despite challenges he often face in his line of work, Teboho is not willing to let anything de-focus him from his dream and vision. He is very focused and determined.

Looking after his Queen

Lately, ladies from Thaba Nchu and surrounding areas have been flooding his Facebook inbox, email and phone wanting a piece of his marvellous works. His unique designs and ability to give clients what they exactly want has made him popular with both men and women. This has also earned him friends as his friendly smile is what mesmerises them apart from his work.