Founded in 2019 by designer Jacques Bam, The BAM Collective is a Centurion-based label redefining South African fashion with flair, concept, and a firm commitment to individuality. Known for expressive silhouettes and kaleidoscopic colour palettes, the brand merges art-school experimentation with catwalk precision, creating garments that do more than dress the body; they celebrate it.
Although Ghanaian afro-fusion singer Gyakie grew up immersed in music, with a musician father – highlife legend Nana Acheampong – who often took her to the studio, pursuing a career in the arts never captivated her.
Whether she’s managing productions, styling edgy fits for her feed, or brainstorming the next big thing in local film, Asisipho Cwele, better known as Asii, is a multi-hyphenate creative with her eye on the bigger picture. As the founder and CEO of Force Productions, she’s bringing stories to life across film and animation, while also working behind the scenes on other filmmakers’ projects. But that’s only one side of her hustle.
Founded in 2017 in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, Kente Gentlemen is the brainchild of Aristide Loua, who channels his multicultural upbringing spanning Côte d’Ivoire, India, and the United States into designs that fuse heritage with cosmopolitan flair.
H&M South Africa is celebrating every curve in its latestCurvy Fit Denim campaign, shot locally and featuring popularSouth African content creators Kamohelo Muso, Paula Beeand Unalo Mzize.
She’s faced doubt, pressure, and rejection—but Zee Nxumalo never stopped believing in her voice.
Now, the world is listening.
Zee Nxumalo’s dream of entertaining the world has blossomed into a life far beyond what she could have imagined—one filled with exciting milestones, unexpected opportunities, and a rising wave of success that continues to lift her higher. One of her proudest achievements so far is being the most nominated artist at this year’s Basadi in Music Awards, with four nominations to her name. It’s a milestone she once saw as a distant dream, something she quietly wished for but never fully believed could happen. Now, she’s watching it unfold in real-time as she steadily carves out her space in the industry.
There’s a new kind of flirt in town and she’s soft, dewy, and dangerously charming. Coquette Beauty, the viral aesthetic dominating TikTok and Instagram, is all about blushing cheeks, glossy lips, and a touch of innocent glam that feels equal parts playful and powerful. Inspired by hyper-feminine icons, vintage romanticism, and that “just-fell-in-love” glow, the look leans into soft pinks, subtle shimmers, and doll-like features. It’s a visual love letter to the art of being delicate but never dull.
Every year, GLAMOUR’s Most Glamorous Awards celebrate the women rewriting the rules of style in South Africa. These are not just trend followers or red carpet regulars, they’re the pioneers, risk-takers, and fashion storytellers using clothes as a canvas for identity, culture, and confidence. Whether it’s bold minimalism or maximalist flair, their style is never accidental. It’s intentional, authentic, and impossible to ignore.
Founded in Cape Town in 2016 by creative visionary Robyn Keyser, later joined by Tanya Slater in 2019, Artclub and Friends has forged an identity as more than just a label, it’s a community built around artistic integrity, sustainability, and intentional design.
In a world obsessed with filters and perfection, award-winning media personality and rapper Nomuzi “Moozlie” Mabena flips the script. For her, beauty isn’t about curated ideals—it’s rooted in authenticity, confidence, and the energy you bring into every room. Whether she’s lighting up stages or leading in boardrooms, she surrounds herself with the real—family, friends, and moments of quiet reflection in nature or prayer—to stay grounded.