Guillotine

Founded by Lisa Jaffe in 2007, Guillotine is a pioneering South African design house where craft and intuition come together. Modern minimalist lines, meticulous tailoring and softly sculptural forms define clothing that celebrates contemporary bodies. Grounded in ethical and sustainable practices, each piece balances thoughtful craftsmanship, self-expression and enduring design. Through collaborations with diverse creatives, Guillotine extends fashion beyond clothing, creating platforms for artistic exchange, distinctive perspectives and contemporary African design.

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A black and white striped Damask woven wrap or shawl draped over a white mannequin torso against a plain white background.
A striped Woven 100% Cotton scarf with small colorful embroidered symbols, draped over a white long-sleeve top against a plain white background.
GUILLOTINE x WALDMAN Monarch Adinkra Symbol Scarf
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R 1,550.00
A blue patterned shawl draped over a white mannequin torso against a plain white background.
GUILLOTINE x WALDMAN Monarch Adinkra Scarf
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R 1,550.00
A purple and beige Basotho Blanket patterned neck warmer cowl scarf with turquoise piping, shown on a white long-sleeve top.
GUILLOTINE Basotho Neck warmer | Lilac Ivory
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R 1,550.00
A pair of chunky knit fingerless gloves in a warm taupe-brown color, featuring a vertical ribbed pattern and a small black embroidered X detail near the wrist.
A person wearing a beige ribbed knit beanie, matching knit fingerless gloves, and a cream knit sweater, with their face obscured by windblown brown hair. Each knit item features a small black embroidered X accent.
WRAPT x GUILLOTINE | Merino Rib Hand Warmer | Oatmeal
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R 850.00
A pair of red chunky knit leg warmers with a small pink embroidered X detail on each.
A woman wearing a black ribbed knit beanie with a small gold cross emblem, a black turtleneck, a black coat, and a red ribbed knit fingerless glove, shown against a plain white background.
WRAPT x GUILLOTINE | Merino Rib Hand Warmer | Imperial Red
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R 850.00
A pair of dark navy blue cable-knit fingerless gloves with small light pink embroidered X's near the cuffs.
A black ribbed knit fingerless glove worn on a person's hand, shown against a plain white background.
WRAPT x GUILLOTINE | Merino Rib Hand Warmer | Black
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R 850.00
A pair of dark brown ribbed knit leg warmers with cutouts and small white embroidered X's near the bottom.
A dark brown ribbed knit fingerless glove worn on a hand, shown against a plain white background.
WRAPT x GUILLOTINE | Merino Rib Hand Warmer | Chocolate
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R 850.00

Guillotine

At the heart of Guillotine is an intuitive understanding of the relationship between clothing and the body. Tailoring creates modern, three-dimensional lines, while carefully chosen fabrics guide shape, movement and volume. Print, texture and unexpected detail bring a distinct character to each collection, resulting in clothes that feel expressive yet enduring. Unbound by passing trends and designed to be lived in, interpreted and made personal by the wearer. Inspired by Johannesburg, Guillotine produces curated ready-to-wear collections in limited editions. Exceptional craftsmanship, considered finishes and high-quality fabrications reflect a slower, more thoughtful approach to design. The brand works closely with local artisans, skilled makers and small creative teams, placing collaboration and enduring relationships at the centre of its ethical practice.
Collaboration also extends Guillotine beyond the conventional boundaries of fashion. Lisa Jaffe has worked with photographers, musicians, artists, printmakers, filmmakers, architects, interior designers, textile designers and performers to explore clothing through film, installation, live performance and conceptual presentations. Guillotine has also presented numerous collections at South African Fashion Week. These exchanges bring additional layers of meaning to the garments, transforming fashion into a space for artistic dialogue and individual expression. The Johannesburg flagship continues this vision, bringing Guillotine together with a considered community of South African designers and creative partners.