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From the ones who take off with wedding gowns, to the rest who can't work without deposit: Here are the types of tailors you love to hate

Mama Shona. We all have a love-hate relationship with them.  They are full of empty promises and will fail to deliver when you need them most. They can drive you up the wall when you realise they used the wrong kitenge for your ruracio that is one day away.
Here are 10 types of fundis you will encounter:  

1. Trendsetters
They seek top-notch designs for you. They get most of their designs from Instagram and Pinterest. They know what is trending in South Africa and Ghana. They have an eye for fashion and will tell you:  “Achana na hiyo design. It will make you look 10 years older. Kuja  I will show you the latest...hata unaeza lipia pole pole.”

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