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My Favourite Things – Gigi Lamayne

Award-winning Afro Hip Hop artist and reality TV star Gigi Lamayne does not need an introduction. From collaborating with African music giants such as Khuli Chana and Kwesta to starring in MTV’s “Love & Hip Hop South Africa”, Gigi has earned her stripes as an entertainment industry heavyweight. Showcasing her boundless musicality, the rap queen recently released a dance track titled “Menzi Ngubane”, featuring Lady Du, Robot Boii, Ntosh Gazi and Mustbedubz. As an artist, Gigi Lamayne’s life is filled with incredible experiences and opportunities. The rap queen shared the top ten things that bring joy and fulfilment to her existence.

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Everything We’re Buying from Superbalist’s BIGGEST Sale

After a long, dreary winter, Spring is on the horizon and a fashion transition is inevitable. With just a few more dawns away from the season, now is the perfect time to shop for some transitional fashion ensembles. Whether you need a new wardrobe or a stylistic revamp of your closet for Spring, Superbalist’s got your back! The online retail giant is having a big sale (up to 70% off!) on some of fashion’s best staples. The sale includes clothes, shoes, and trendy accessories – making it perfect for a closet overhaul. Moreover, it’s women’s month which is a good time to indulge in some retail therapy, without feeling guilty or breaking the bank.

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Tenacious Transgender Activist Yaya Mavudla Disrupts Erasure Through Art

“My existence as a black Transgender woman is a conversation, therefore whatever I do is a statement in response to those conversations” – Yaya Mavundla Renowned South African transgender activist presents the Black, Trans & Bold exhibition at the historical Women’s Jail, Constitution Hill to disrupt erasure and celebrate Transgender women for their bravery, boldness, resilience, and excellence. The exhibition…

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Fatal Seduction’s Lunathi Mampofu: “The most personal work I have worked on”

Fatal Seduction has proven itself to be more than just about sensuality. With topics ranging from betrayal, suicide and loneliness – among others – the series digs deep into today’s societal issues that rip through civilization like thorns do to the flesh. Causing pain and infections. A prevalent occurrence in today’s time.    The first seven episodes, Volume 1, of…

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Lights, Camera, Fashion! The Local Fashion Police is Back!

PALESA MOKUBUNG, JJ SCHOEMAN, OTSILE SEFOLO, AND GERT-JOHAN COETZEE ARE THE NEW LOCAL FASHION POLICE JUSTICE TEAM

 

For the love of local fashion, Proudly South African’s Local Fashion Police returns with a whole new justice team of four. In support of the clothing, textile, footwear, & leather sector, Proudly SA alongside Palesa Mokubung, JJ Schoeman, Otsile Sefolo, and Gert-Johan Coetzee are looking for South Africans who not only love local fashion, but also embody local is lekker in their everyday lives.

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Life in Pink – Our Top 10 Barbiecore Picks From ZARA 

Let’s face it, it’s Barbie’s world and we’re all just living in it. With all the hype surrounding the highly anticipated live-action premiere of the “Barbie” movie, Barbiecore aesthetics have been trending in a massive way. From all-pink fashion staples and accessories to pink wine, scented candles, and makeup, there is a perfectly pink item to suit every Barbiecore enthusiast’s taste. 

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My Favourite Things – TAWVN

Virtuosic artist, writer, singer, and performer TAWVN – short for “The Artist With Various Names”, is a Jill of all trades. From recording and producing in a bedroom studio to performing at YFM, the songstress is graciously rising to the pinnacle. TAWVN recently released a state of the art animation video for her single “Ngizok’ Bamba” which has received airplay from multiple radio stations across the country.

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