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All the Glitz & Glam from the Miss South Africa Finale

After months of great anticipation, Mzansi has a new Miss South Africa! An ecstatic Natasha Joubert from Tshwane was crowned Miss South Africa 2023 at the spectacular pageant finale held at the SunBet Arena at Time Square in Pretoria on Sunday night. Joubert (26) is a BCom Marketing Management graduate and is the owner and fashion designer of Natalia Jefferys, a company she started when she was 19. The esteemed competition’s runner-up was Johannesburg’s Bryoni Govender who was also the Motherkind fitness award winner.

 

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Loafers Are the Only Shoe Style You Need for Spring 2023

Loafers, especially the chunky models have established themselves as a classic and timeless piece in every fashion enthusiast’s wardrobe. Arguably one of the comfiest flats out there, loafers are a chic way to elevate an outfit. Historically, the shoes were made of suede, leather, or croc-inspired styles but nowadays, you’ll find fun prints and patterns in chunky and sleek silhouettes. Not only are loafers super functional, but there are tons of styles you can wear to dress up or down. When it comes to the loafers 2023 trends, with its chunky soles, platform soles and bright colours, it is very versatile and varied.

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Is Quiet Luxury Sucking the Fun Out of Fashion?

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The stealthy-but-wealthy style has saturated the mainstream lexicon thanks to TikTok’s firm grip — but perhaps it’s taking the joy out of dressing.

Quiet luxury. You’re tired of reading it, and we’re surprised we’re still typing it. Nonetheless, it persists. A product of social media’s obsession with the style of popular TV shows, the trend denotes a low-key fashion language rid of logos and embracing high-quality materials, landing somewhere in between normcore and minimalism. In simpler terms, it’s a $1,000 USD Loro Piana baseball hat paired with a $2,750 USD cardigan from The Row. It’s Sofia Richie Grainge in matrimonial Chanel meets Jacob Elordi off-duty, headed to Erewhon. It’s Succession, it’s the Olsen twins, it’s Gwyneth Paltrow, in all black, convincing the world she’s not responsible for a 2016 ski collision at Utah’s luxury Deer Valley Resort. It’s one collective “shh!” from the world’s richest glitterati.

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Five Leading Fashion Designers’ Creations Will Be on Show at the Miss South Africa 2023 Finale

Some of the country’s top fashion designers will be dressing the finalists in a fantastic fashion-forward Miss South Africa 2023 finale.The Miss South Africa pageant, which will be broadcast on SABC 3 this Sunday from 18h30, takes place at Sun International’s flagship venue, the SunBet Arena at Time Square, Pretoria and promises to be a spectacular, entertainment-packed show. It will also be live streamed for an international audience on the Miss South Africa app.

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Nandi Madida Apple Music’s Visionary Woman: A Voice to Be Reckoned With 

As South Africa embraces the vibrancy of Women’s Month, there’s no better time to celebrate the remarkable talent, tenacity, and multifaceted brilliance of Nandi Madida. With a CV that boasts hosting multiple Global Citizen concerts across the globe, releasing chart-topping music, a Beyonce-collaboration, and partnerships with the biggest luxury brands on the planet – there can be no debate that Nandi Madida is one of the most gifted talents of our generation. And she is only getting started!

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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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