Christian Louboutin has always had a flair for the unexpected, but his latest move feels like a true generational shift. The French designer has named Jaden Smith as the house’s first-ever Men’s Creative Director, a role that sees the actor, musician and style icon relocate to Paris ahead of his debut collection in January.
“Being a Black woman is such a gift. We carry layers of depth, creativity, and passion that naturally flow into how we create and how we see the world.”
There’s something irresistible about a woman who wears her creativity like second skin, and Bonolo Mashilo is exactly that.
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.
As the fashion world mourns the passing of Giorgio Armani, reflections turn not only to his impeccable tailoring and unrivalled craftsmanship, but also to the way he cemented the red carpet as an extension of his atelier. Armani understood, long before it became industry standard, the cultural currency of Hollywood – and he wielded it with quiet mastery.
Soweto has always been more than a place—it is a living archive of resistance, resilience, and storytelling. From the sound of protest songs to the rhythm of township theatre, it has long been a stage where stories hold the power to move, mobilise, and inspire. Now, in the heart of this cultural powerhouse, filmmaker and visionary Thapelo Motloung is writing a new chapter in South African cinema.
There is a certain electricity in fashion photography when it transcends simply showing clothes and begins to tell a story. In this latest editorial, that spark turns into a full flame. The images are cinematic, darkly romantic, and unapologetically dramatic, each frame folding elegance and provocation into one.
Founded by designer Jacques van der Watt, Black Coffee has long stood as one of South Africa’s most distinctive fashion voices. Known for its architectural precision, sculptural silhouettes, and meticulous construction, the brand embodies a language of design where structure meets poetry, and restraint meets drama. Each garment feels as though it is engineered rather than merely sewn—rooted in geometry, yet never divorced from emotion.
H&M South Africa lit up Johannesburg with the S/S25 Music Experience – a night of fashion, music and celebration marking both the arrival of the second drop of the Spring/Summer 2025 collection and the brand’s 10-year anniversary in South Africa. The iconic 92 Rivonia building in Sandton was transformed into a striking red-hued stage, creating the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable night of style and sound.
With the Mayonie Festival, Zakes isn’t just throwing a party — he’s creating a home for Afrohouse, Afrotech, and South African pride.
Zakes Bantwini is no stranger to breaking boundaries. The Grammy Award-winning star, hitmaker, and cultural icon has never been content with just making music — he’s always been about creating movements. His latest venture, the Mayonie Open Air Festival, is proof that his vision is bigger than the stage.
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.