South Africa’s SIXX6, the trailblazing ready‑to‑wear label founded by Mimangaliso Ndiko in 2022, is turning heads with its visionary fusion of ancestral aesthetics and modern sensibilities . Inspired by the concept of fashion as a “sixth sense,” Ndiko reimagines garments as sensory experiences, weaving together scent, touch, sight, sound, and presence into every design.
Matte had its moment. It gave us powdered T-zones, transfer-proof lips, and filters IRL… but that moment? It’s officially over. From red carpets to runways, the new beauty memo is clear: get glossy, or get gone.
Katlego Tefu is the kind of creative force who makes style feel both aspirational andattainable. With a keen eye for effortless fashion, a love for beauty rooted in authenticity, and an ever-growing digital community, the Johannesburg-based content creator has carved a niche as a trusted voice for the stylish, self-assured South African woman. Whether she’s sharing budget-friendly outfit ideas, walking red carpets as a fashion correspondent, or breaking down natural hair care myths one reel at a time, Katlego’s presence is warm, confident, and quietly radical.
Whether she’s lighting up stages, launching tech startups, or uplifting creatives through her foundation work, Thaba Nyaba is a force of nature—bold, brilliant, and constantly breaking new ground.
Burgundy is having more than just a moment. Once reserved for autumnal palettes and formalwear, the deep red shade, also called maroon, oxblood, port or wine has stepped confidently into the spotlight as fashion’s newest neutral. From the runways of London Fashion Week to the wardrobes of trendsetters like Lisa Madibe, burgundy is leading a style renaissance rooted in bold elegance.
Fashion’s grandest stage – the Met Gala – has long been the playground for daring creativity and style reinvention. Yet, the 2025 edition was particularly momentous for menswear. The theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, invited gents from across music, film, and sport to embrace sartorial freedom, delivering bold, joyful, and exquisitely tailored masterpieces.
In a historic moment for African fashion, the 2025 Met Gala witnessed a dazzling display of African creativity and craftsmanship that could no longer be overlooked. This year’s event, themed around celebrating the enduring influence of Black style, saw African designers not only participating but reshaping the global conversation around fashion itself.
The 2025 Met Gala delivered yet another unforgettable evening of high fashion, as the world’s most stylish figures gathered at the Metropolitan Museum of Art to celebrate this year’s theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” alongside the fitting dress code, “Tailored for You.”
The 2025 Metro FM Music Awards, held at Mbombela Stadium, transcended its musical roots to become a dazzling showcase of South African fashion. Under the theme “Black to the Future,” the event celebrated not only musical excellence but also the creativity and artistry of local designers, who transformed the black carpet into a runway of innovation and elegance.
Every first Monday in May, the Metropolitan Museum of Art transforms into a sartorial spectacle, where fashion’s elite ascend its storied steps, not merely to showcase garments but to etch their presence into the annals of style history. The Met Gala is more than an event; it’s a canvas where couture meets concept, and where the avant-garde is not just welcomed but celebrated. As we anticipate the 2025 theme, “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” let’s traverse the timeline of the Gala’s most unforgettable ensembles.