Monthly Archives: June 2026

Lafalaise Dion and the Architecture of African Memory

In the hands of Lafalaise Dion, the humble cowrie shell transcends ornamentation and becomes something altogether more profound. It becomes memory, mythology, ancestry, and art. Through her eponymous label, the Abidjan-based designer, artist, performer, and former journalist has carved out a singular visual language that sits at the intersection of fashion, spirituality, and cultural preservation. Her creations do not merely adorn the body. They tell stories, invoke histories, and honour a lineage that stretches far beyond the present moment.

 

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Saso’s Marquee Experience Partners with Maxhosa Africa to Champion African Luxury at the Durban July 2026

MaXhosa Africa to stage it’s one of a kind Durban fashion showcase as Kabza De Small, Stella Artois and Moët & Chandon join an award-winning marquee experience.

 

Saso’s Marquee Experience has announced a landmark partnership with MaXhosa Africa, bringing one of Africa’s most celebrated fashion houses into the heart of this year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July for a first-of-its-kind cultural and luxury collaboration.

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Gen Z: The New Blueprint – Titus Mokou

Few creators have captured the humour, resilience, and everyday realities of South African youth quite like Titus Mokou. Known to millions as his beloved alter ego, Mologadi, the Limpopo-born digital creator has built a loyal audience through relatable storytelling, sharp wit, and an uncanny ability to turn ordinary moments into cultural touchpoints.

 

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Painted by Esther Is Changing Beauty One Blush Look at a Time

If you’ve spent any time on beauty TikTok, Instagram, or your favourite magazine’s beauty pages over the past few years, chances are you’ve seen the influence of Painted by Esther. As the celebrated makeup artist prepares to bring her expertise to South Africa for the NYX Cosmetics Masterclass, beauty lovers have every reason to be excited. After all, this is the woman who helped transform blush from a subtle accent into one of the most defining beauty statements of the decade.

 

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