Since its formidable inception, OM Style Avenue has been a trailblazer in Mzansi’s couture landscape, offering intricate designs and astounding silhouettes. Founded by the self-proclaimed King of Couture, Orapeleng Modutle, the fashion brand’s magnificent creations have been donned by various entertainment industry tastemakers such as Bonang Matheba and Boity Thulo.
Multipotentialite Tamika Karelse is the epitome of a style connoisseur. With a flair for blending timeless silhouettes and avant-garde designs, the 22-year-old digital creator is a trendsetter who constantly unearths innovative ways to redefine contemporary fashion.
In the profound words of late music icon, Nina Simone, an artist’s duty is to reflect the times. Renowned for poetic paintings that illustrate the contemporary political landscape, Zimbabwean visual artist, Gresham Tapiwa Nyaude holds the same sentiment.
As a hopeless romantic and a sucker for the ever-controversial “keeping a dark secret” love trope, Charlie’s introduction as Phila’s love interest in “Savage Beauty Season 2” was exactly my kind of plot. Waltzing into the epic Netflix sequel as a femme fatale on a quest for vengeance, her character delivered sensuality, malice, and—dare I say—DRAMA!
Multi-hyphenate media personality Homba Mazaleni is determined to change the world one philanthropic initiative at a time. Having risen to the limelight following her top five stint as a Miss South Africa pageant queen, the radio has host consistently used her platform to promote inclusivity and encourage authentic individuality.
Award-winning singer-songwriter, Nomfundo Moh does not need an introduction. With a flair for seamlessly blending music genres, the ‘Soft Life’ hit-maker has stolen the hearts of many music enthusiasts across the globe.
When it comes to contemporary haute couture in the African diaspora, few names resonate as strongly as Nigerian fashion designer, Ruth Erikan James, popularly known as Veekee James. Renowned for her self-titled fashion imprint, the trailblazer is notorious for showcasing exquisite red carpet designs that have become synonymous with elegance and afro-exuberance.
There’s no doubt that societal progress has been made towards gender equality in recent years, with opportunities for women creatives to build their profiles on and offline being made more accessible. This has given women opportunities to showcase their unique voices, break into various industries, and make monumental contributions.
Fashion has been a popular embodiment of self expression since the beginning of time. Although it is often seen as a frivolous, vain and ephemeral industry in the modern world, the art continues to tell authentic stories through intricately sown fabrics. Having ventured into fashion as a way to inspire dark skinned girls to embrace their skin tone and redefine societal beauty standards, Nndivhaleni Matlabo, affectionately known as Leni, can attest to the significance of vogue.
Armoured with a glamorous resume and multiple accolades under her belt, actress, dancer, and TV presenter Bontle Modiselle-Moloi is the epitome of an “it girl.” Having stepped into the entertainment scene as a dancer and gracefully evolving into choreography, the media powerhouse has earned her spot as an industry pioneer.