For Mbali Christina, beauty has never been about simply looking good. It has always been about transformation, storytelling, and finding confidence in your own reflection. As a beauty educator, creative director, digital entrepreneur and one of South Africa’s most recognisable voices in beauty, Christina has built a career rooted in helping others embrace self-expression through makeup.
Johannesburg-based digital creator, influencer, content strategist, and co-host of the culture-driven podcast Rhythm and Vibes with Kagiso and Hlomani Hlomani Nketani has built a distinct digital presence shaped by lifestyle vlogs, fashion storytelling, and a consistent visual language that feels both curated and lived-in. He stands among a new wave of South African creatives reshaping how culture is documented and shared online.
There are designers who dress the body, and then there are designers who build entire visual worlds. Banke Kuku belongs firmly to the latter. Her work does not simply exist on fabric. It unfolds, it lingers, it speaks in colour and rhythm, carrying with it the memory of cities, cultures, and lived-in duality. Born in Lagos and shaped between Nigeria and the United Kingdom from a young age, her perspective is one of layered identity, where heritage and modernity are not in conflict but in continuous dialogue.
One Lucky Bestie Could Become the Newest Member of the Creme of Nature Squad
Creme of Nature is inviting women who are passionate about their hair, self-expression, and confidence to step inside the House of Unstoppable, an immersive pop-up experience taking place on 20 June 2026, hosted by brand ambassador Nomzamo Mbatha and the beloved Creme of Nature Squad.
At just 21 years old, Bradley Nkoana is already sprinting into South African sporting history. The Mabopane-born athlete has emerged as one of the country’s brightest track stars, earning international recognition through his blistering speed, record-breaking performances, and contributions to South Africa’s success on the global stage.
What happens when a cult skincare brand joins forces with one of the world’s most recognisable fitness communities? A wellness experience that goes beyond cleansers and treadmills. Kiehl’s South Africa and Gold’s Gym are encouraging consumers to view skincare as part of a broader self-care journey, one that includes movement, recovery and community. To celebrate the partnership, the brands recently hosted an immersive event where guests could train, learn about their skin and connect with fellow wellness enthusiasts.
Mikhalé Jones has always been a storyteller. Whether through music, movement, or the quiet moments she captures away from the spotlight, her world is built on emotion, memory, and creative expression. The singer, songwriter, and dancer first captured the attention of South African audiences through her captivating covers and later as the winner of the first season of MTN Pulse Virals. Since then, she has evolved into one of the country’s most exciting contemporary soul artists, blending R&B, neo-soul, jazz, and hip-hop into a sound that is uniquely her own.
Few makeup artists have captured the beauty world’s attention quite like Ngozi Esther Edeme, better known as Painted By Esther. Known for her vibrant use of colour, signature blush placements and transformative celebrity looks, the British-Nigerian artist has become one of the most sought-after names in beauty. Through a two-day masterclass hosted by NYX Professional Makeup in Johannesburg, South African beauty lovers were given a rare opportunity to learn directly from the artist behind some of Tyla’s most memorable beauty moments, as well as looks worn by Naomi Campbell, Viola Davis and Doechii.
In the hands of Lafalaise Dion, the humble cowrie shell transcends ornamentation and becomes something altogether more profound. It becomes memory, mythology, ancestry, and art. Through her eponymous label, the Abidjan-based designer, artist, performer, and former journalist has carved out a singular visual language that sits at the intersection of fashion, spirituality, and cultural preservation. Her creations do not merely adorn the body. They tell stories, invoke histories, and honour a lineage that stretches far beyond the present moment.
MaXhosa Africa to stage it’s one of a kind Durban fashion showcase as Kabza De Small, Stella Artois and Moët & Chandon join an award-winning marquee experience.
Saso’s Marquee Experience has announced a landmark partnership with MaXhosa Africa, bringing one of Africa’s most celebrated fashion houses into the heart of this year’s Hollywoodbets Durban July for a first-of-its-kind cultural and luxury collaboration.