AKJP STUDIO

AKJP Studio is, first and foremost, a thoughtfully curated clothing store , showcasing the work of independent South African designers with a strong sense of identity and craft. And yet, it’s more than retail. The daily-fresh bagels, bottomless coffee, and unfussy cocktails turn a quick visit into a slow ritual. You can sit outside, take in the gentle rhythm of Kloof Street, and feel part of something quietly local. Effortlessly stylish, rooted, and refreshingly unpretentious.

I love AKJP. It's a unique space in Cape Town that offers local designers a platform to share their work. They put lots of effort into how they curate the shop. The window display always has something interesting to look at. I especially love the homeware things like ceramics and fragrances. The staff are excellent, very helpful and friendly. My favourite thing about the shop is the small cafe/ bar offering. I love sitting out front, drinking some of the best cocktails in town and watching the hustle of Kloof St. I would definitely recommend this store to locals and tourists visiting Cape Town.

I am in love with this place. They have very interesting collection for both clothes and accessories. Great to know that local African designers are so talented. Staff was very friendly and helpful. I was able to find something that fits my style and am super happy with my purchase! If you are looking for smart creative fashion, this is a must go place!☺️

Gorgeous collection of original designs and an expert curation from other local talent. Claudia was working the floor and is an absolute GEM of a human. This was such a magical interlude during my Cape Town vacation.

Wasn’t my first purchase at AKJP, but definitely my last. Bought my wife a necklace for her birthday, and it had a broken clasp. Returned it to AKJP, who said the designer would fix it and that they would be in touch. Had to follow up, and only then were we told we could collect it. Went in - wasn’t ready. When we finally did go in to collect it, they handed us a completely different necklace with a new clasp. Demanded a cash refund, which we reluctantly got. Was happy to pay premium prices, but not for shoddy workmanship and bad service.

I don’t often write reviews, but I’m consistently impressed by the quality of both the products and service at AKJP Studio. Their collection competes and (often) wins against international trends. Also, their cocktail and wine bar is where the true creative magic happens. Keep it up, and merci AKJP!

The sales ladies were super helpful with helping me find the exact style of dress I was looking for. They gave me 3 options to try on, gave me great feedback on seeing me in each one and were very sincere. Also happily helped me find the best sizes for my build in each design. Will definitely be back to get the other two I left behind.

With an ever-growing international following, AKJP's collection is consistently bold, edgy, timeless, and effortlessly crafted, making each piece a statement. With a focus on sustainability and supporting local artisans, AKJP is shaping the future of fashion in Africa. Moreover, their cocktail and wine bar is a hidden gem amongst the international creative elite—a shout-out to Claudia LS and her team.