A KALTBLUT exclusive editorial introducing: MYKITA. Photography by Daniela Müller-Brunke. Models are Chelsi Shikongo and Terence Masamuna. Styling by Ulrica Knutsdotter. Hair and make up by Charmaine de Kock. MYKITA takes an independent approach to eyewear design and production, bringing together all departments under one roof to form the modern manufactory. Blankets by Basotho Heritage blankets.
The driving force at the modern manufactory is the collective impulse consistently to challenge the status quo. MYKITA strives to set new standards in design and manufacturing with purposeful products that combine handcraft and high technology. The unmistakeable MYKITA aesthetic demonstrates integrity towards materials and construction, as well as the individual artistry of the craftsmen. The close relationship between design, research & development and production cultivates a commitment to quality and a spirit of innovation that is apparent in the eyewear collections. Headed by founder and creative director Moritz Krueger, MYKITA is committed to a course at once enterprising and authentic. In addition to 14 own shops in cities across the globe, including Los Angeles, New York, Paris and Tokyo, MYKITA is available at selected optical and fashion stores in over 80 countries.
Daniela Müller-Brunke was born in Namibia to German parents. At the age of 7 the family moved to South Africa where she grew up in a small town in the semi-desert. After studying photography at the Nelson Mandela University in Port Elisabeth she moved to London to work as a photographic assistant for several years. After honing her talent in London she moved to Berlin. Here she works as a fashion and portrait photographer, dividing her time between London, Berlin and Africa shooting for clients worldwide. She regularly spends longer periods of time in Africa to work, visit her family and to breath.
Daniela’s work is very much influenced by growing up in Africa. She has mastered the art of studio lighting and feels equally at home shooting in nature. She often finds beauty in the ordinary, striving to find a balance between her roots and the world of fashion.
Models: Chelsi Shikongo Instagram: @chelsi_shikongo signed at www.bossmodels.co.za Instagram: @bossmodelsa and Terence Masamuna Instagram: @david_terence94 signed at www.myfriendned.co.za: Instagram: @myfriendned
Photographer: Daniela Müller-Brunke www.mueller-brunke.com Instagram: @danielamuellerbrunke represented by wildfoxrunning.com Instagram: @Wildfoxrunning
Stylist: Ulrica Knutsdotter Instagram: @ulricaknutsdotter oneleague.co.za Instagram: @oneleague_agency
Hair and Make up: Charmaine de Kock Instagram: @charmazingmakeup www.sixlove.co.za Instagram: @sixloveartistmanagement
Photographer‘s assistant: Anke Loots instagram: @ankeloots
