The rise of thrift culture has introduced Gen Z to a world that is tailor-made for ordinary teenagers and young adults who have a strong sense of identity. Shot in Braamfontein thrift store, the second tier of the photographic series ‘Out of this world: Down to Earth’ is an urban utopian fantasy that portrays this kind of world.
Scent and style go hand in hand. While it’s often said that you can boast a sense of style on a budget, for some reason the rule isn’t easily applied when we’re talking about scent. When people think “low budget fragrances” instant nightmares of headache-inducing smells from years gone by come to mind.
Renowned clothing brand H&M joined fashion’s biggest night of the year, The Met Gala. Awkwafina, Adwoa Aboah, Paloma Elsesser, Quannah Chasinghorse, Hari Nef and Stefon Diggs walkedthe red carpet wearing one-of-a-kind H&M designs.
Every year, without fail, the prestigious MET Gala ceremony brings together an incredible crowd of fashion designers, models, and the brightest stars of music and film in celebration of the Costume Institute’s latest exhibition. “Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion” was this year’s show, and it drew from the Costume Institute’s own permanent collection to highlight the multi-sensory experience of wearing clothes.
With an entrepreneurial spirit and unrivalled creative flair, Naliyani Uma effortlessly balances multiple roles while leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. Synonymous with style and sophistication, the fashion and beauty influencer curates a unique blend of inspiration and expertise, collaborating with renowned brands internationally.
Out of this world: Down to Earth is a photographic series that explores visual storytelling, inspired by comic book graphics, used to further tell the the story of Kisasa Vol.2 — Captured the City of Gold—Johannesburg, South Africa.
Let’s be honest: getting the perfect Mother’s Day gift is no easy feat. However, with the auspicious day fast approaching (it falls on Sunday, May 12 this year), it is important to start thinking about what you will be gifting the special woman in your life. This year, we are encouraging you to skip the last-minute bunch of flowers or the chocolate box and really put some time and thought into your gift selection instead. After all, our moms (or mother figures) do an awful lot for us, so it’s a no-brainer that we would want to give a little back.
“The evolution in the modelling industry has been heartwarming. It’s great to see more inclusion on the runway.” – Yuri Pailman
Yuri Pailman’s modelling journey is a tale of opportunity meeting inborn talent and destiny. The 26-year-old fashion model and talent agent who has strutted the runway for acclaimed luxury vogue brands such as Wanda Lephoto and The BAM Collective surprisingly had no intentions of breaking into the industry – despite having a deep appreciation for the craft.
Frankly, we’re not sure how this month could possibly be outdone in terms of style. From media powerhouse LootLove’s breathtaking couture gowns at the Metro Music Awards (MMAs) to influencer and fashion connoisseur Naliyani Uma bringing Schiaparelli’s braided tie runway trend to life at CRUZ Vodka’s South African Fashion Week (SAFW) launch soirée, the month was nothing short of a fashion fad’s paradise.
From stealing Mzansi’s hearts at the sensational Miss South Africa pageant to collaborating with various esteemed beauty brands, model and micro-influencer Nande Mabala is well on her way to becoming a multimedia powerhouse.