Frosted lids, glassy lips, and sculpted cheeks — the 2000s are back, and this time they’ve brought refinement with their nostalgia. What was once seen as the era of glitter overload and butterfly clips has returned as fashion and beauty’s most powerful muse. The Y2K revival has made its way from the runway to the real world, merging shimmer with polish, and boldness with restraint.
From surgery to self-acceptance, the Slay Queens star opens up about beauty, empowerment, and finally feeling at peace in her own skin.
Reality TV star and influencer Inno Morolong says she’s finally in a healthy and happy place with her body — one that not only fuels her confidence but also reminds her of her strength, growth, and the beauty that comes with embracing herself fully.
South Africa’s leading beauty destination, ARC, has found a new home in Sandton City — and it’s nothing short of spectacular. The brand’s newest flagship spans 800 square metres of curated indulgence, designed to redefine the way beauty lovers experience luxury shopping.
For years, blush was treated as an afterthought — a soft dusting to mimic a healthy glow. But the beauty world has rewritten the rules. Now, blush isn’t shy, subtle, or polite. It’s loud, it’s dramatic, and it’s climbing far beyond the apples of the cheeks. Exaggerated blush is the trend of the moment, transforming faces into canvases of fearless colour and unapologetic expression.
Born in one of the country’s most uncertain times—just a week before the national lockdown was announced—Shonisani Braids has blossomed into a trusted and beloved name in the fibre hair industry.
There’s a quiet power in brown. For years, makeup leaned either towards barely-there nudes or high-impact brights, leaving the versatile world of brown tones in the shadows. Now, mocha, caramel, and espresso shades are back at the centre of beauty conversations, reclaiming their place as timeless, flattering, and fiercely stylish — especially on brown skin.
In a digital age where authenticity is currency, Palesa Phillips has carved her own lane by blending beauty, fashion, and lifestyle into a narrative that feels both aspirational and relatable. As a model and content creator, she’s built a loyal community by staying rooted in honesty and sharing what she genuinely loves.
The MTV Video Music Awards have always been a stage for unforgettable style moments. From Lil’ Kim’s purple wig in 1999 to Lady Gaga’s infamous meat dress in 2010, and even the paperboy hat craze that Britney Spears popularised in the early 2000s, the VMAs remain a breeding ground for iconic beauty and fashion.
From juggling studies and DJ decks to managing Faith Nketsi and building his own brand, the reality TV star makes sure style is never negotiable.
Reality TV star and influencer Andzelo Tivani is one busy guy. Between juggling school — chasing that law degree — spinning tracks as a DJ, managing the ever-glamorous Faith Nketsi, and secretly working on his very own clothing line (which he teases will be revealed soon), the multitasker still makes sure he steps out looking sharp. Keeping himself in tiptop shape is a non-negotiable, he admits, because presentation is everything.
In South Africa’s beauty industry, trends come and go. Yet for Sorbet, the country’s largest professional salon group, longevity has never been about chasing the next big thing. Instead, it’s about something far simpler: people.