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Venus Williams has spent most of her life being watched in motion. On a tennis court, every step has consequence, where you stand, how much space you leave, the angle of your body, the distance between yourself and the person across the net. It is a life built around reading space before anyone else does. So perhaps it makes sense that, away from the court, Williams became obsessed with another kind of spatial intelligence. She founded V Starr Interiors in 2002, turning an instinct for proportion, atmosphere and movement into a design practice. Now, with her first furniture and décor collection for Crate & Barrel and Crate & Kids, she is taking that relationship with space somewhere more intimate, into the home.

After years of inspiring audiences through fashion, travel and luxury lifestyle, Sarah Langa has officially entered a new chapter with the launch of Sarah Langa Interiors, an interior design studio dedicated to celebrating African creativity, craftsmanship and contemporary living.

It was a fashionably orange affair as celebrities, cultural tastemakers and sport superfans made a fashionable statement at Cheetos’ recent Varsity Sports launch event. The global snack brand turned up the energy at the Cheetos Playground in Johannesburg, celebrating its new partnership as the official Snack Partner of Varsity Football for the 2026 season, alongside a three-year partnership with Varsity Sports that will extend into Varsity Cup.

Luxury has long been synonymous with exclusivity, prestige and possession. Don Design, however, believes its future lies in something far more enduring: culture. Through Desiré, the flagship cultural platform from his creative holding company, Very Rare & Co., the South African cultural curator and entrepreneur is bringing together fashion, music, art, gastronomy and hospitality to create experiences that are as intentional as they are inspiring. The platform’s debut unfolded in an exclusive penthouse overlooking Sandton from the Michelangelo Towers, setting the stage for a new conversation around what African luxury can be.

Stella Artois launches its limited-edition White Can alongside South African creative visionaries Kay Kay Ribane and Keneilwe Mothoa, reimagining the aesthetics of the court.

In the heart of Johannesburg, a transformed tennis court became a striking monochromatic sanctuary as Stella Artois unveiled its limited-edition Wimbledon White Can. Bringing together media, tastemakers and friends of the brand, the exclusive Perfect Serve experience reimagined the traditions of Wimbledon through a distinctly contemporary South African lens.

From bold fragrances to elevated skincare and premium drinks, here’s how to spoil Dad this Father’s Day.

Father’s Day is no longer about predictable socks and last-minute gadgets. Today’s modern man appreciates thoughtful gifts that reflect his personality, lifestyle, and legacy. Whether he’s the adventurous trendsetter, the refined gentleman, the wellness-focused dad, or the man building generational wealth, this curated Father’s Day Gift Guide offers impactful gifting inspiration for every type of father figure.

The spirit of mana was alive and well at Truffles on the Park this week, as Teremana SA hosted an exclusive, hands-on Liquid Education Experience that had guests sipping, learning, and living their best tequila lives.

The campaign follows the release of the brand’s first permanent addition to the line-up in nearly a decade, Another Hendrick’s.

For nearly three centuries, Moët & Chandon has shaped its legacy through craft and patience, guided by the belief that time is as essential as terroir. At the heart of this philosophy lies the story of Moët & Chandon’s Grand Vintages, champagnes defined by the Cellar Master’s interpretation of a single year.

Editor’s Introduction

Staycations have become one of the most exciting ways to rediscover the cities we live in. They offer the thrill of travel without the long flights, the packing lists or the logistics. For this issue of Previdar Travel, we explore one of Johannesburg’s most enchanting hidden gems. Nestled in the leafy suburb of Houghton, Villa Simonne Boutique Hotel invites guests to travel the world without ever leaving the city. With suites inspired by global destinations and cinematic eras, it offers the rare ability to step into another place, another time and another mood. In this cover feature, we discover why Villa Simonne has become the ultimate destination for the modern staycation.