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FROM THREAD TO TRIUMPH: How Vanessa Fanfoni Is stitching a new future for young designers

17Mar

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FROM THREAD TO TRIUMPH: How Vanessa Fanfoni Is stitching a new future for young designers

Sitha Maliwa: Vanessa Fanfoni In a modest studio space in Pretoria, fabric, thread, and ambition come together in a quiet revolution. Here, under the guidance of fashion educator and entrepreneur Vanessa Fanfoni, creativity is not merely encouraged - it is engineered into opportunity. Fanfoni is the founder of Fashion Forward Lab, a dynamic creative education and fashion incubation platform that is steadily reshaping how young designers in South Africa learn, create, and launch their careers. What began as a passion for fashion has grown into a mission: to equip the next generation of designers with the technical expertise and entrepreneurial mindset needed to thrive in a fiercely competitive industry. Inside Fashion Forward Lab, the sound of sewing machin...

ROOTED IN RADIANCE: Creme of Nature and Maxhosa unite to crown culture at MXS Kulture Festival 2026

10Mar

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ROOTED IN RADIANCE: Creme of Nature and Maxhosa unite to crown culture at MXS Kulture Festival 2026

By Sitha Maliwa : In a powerful celebration of African identity, style and heritage, Creme of Nature has announced a landmark partnership with the MXS Kulture Festival, bringing textured hair artistry to the forefront of one of the continent’s most exciting cultural stages. The fourth edition of the festival, curated by visionary designer Laduma Ngxokolo of Maxhosa Africa, will unfold on 21 March 2026 at Toadbury Hall in celebration of Human Rights Day - a fitting backdrop for a festival that honours African creativity, pride and cultural storytelling. As the Official Hair Partner, Creme of Nature will bring its celebrated textured hair expertise to the Maxhosa runway, transforming every hairstyle into a statement of heritage, identity and unapologetic Af...

JOZI JUST GOT CROC’D: The party of the century

28Nov

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JOZI JUST GOT CROC’D: The party of the century

By Zee: If you weren’t on the Crocs guestlist tonight at Sandton City, honey… sit down. You missed everything. And by everything, I mean a full-blown, shoe-filled fantasy land that had us all questioning our life choices up until that very moment. First things first, Crocs came through like the true snack they are. Before the event even kicked off, they delivered a fresh pair of CROCS straight to your door. Yes, your door. Not your neighbour’s, not your cousin’s… yours. Talk about setting the mood for an entrance that screams: “Yes, I’m here to glow.” When we finally sashayed into the store, a dozen assistants greeted us with goodie bags. I’ll admit, I peeked inside and thought… hmm, empty? Plot twist: the mystery of the empt...

FROM WASTE TO RUNWAY: Curro Vanderbijlpark learners turn trash into trendsetting statements

24Aug

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FROM WASTE TO RUNWAY: Curro Vanderbijlpark learners turn trash into trendsetting statements

By Zenoyise John: At Curro Vanderbijlpark, Grade 11 learners recently transformed recycled materials into stunning fashion statements, proving that style and sustainability can coexist. The Fast Fashion Solution Project was not just a school event - it was a bold declaration against the wastefulness of the fashion industry, and it hogged headlines across local media. The brains behind this ground-breaking initiative, Business Studies teacher Motshedisi Ramakarane, wanted her learners to experience first-hand the consequences of their clothing choices. “I really wanted the learners to see how their purchasing decisions have affected the environment,” she said. “We emphasize sustainability from primary school using the philosophies of Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle, and I w...

SZA BECOMES VAN’S ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: A celebration of creativity, freedom, and self-expression

15Aug

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SZA BECOMES VAN’S ARTISTIC DIRECTOR: A celebration of creativity, freedom, and self-expression

By Sitha Maliwa: In an electrifying move that merges music, fashion, and youth culture, Vans has welcomed SZA as its new Artistic Director. This multi-year partnership is set to ignite creativity, celebrate individuality, and inspire a generation to embrace their authentic selves. With her fearless vision and unapologetic artistry, SZA is taking the Vans legacy of “Off the Wall” spirit to bold, new heights. SZA, the five-time Grammy-winning powerhouse, has always been more than an artist - she is a revolutionary shaping the emotional tone of a generation. Her genre-defying sound and fearless authenticity create a space where softness meets strength, vulnerability meets power, and fashion norms are challenged. Now, she brings that vision to Vans, a brand that h...

WHAT YOUR GLASSES SAY ABOUT YOU: The psychology behind eyewear choices

4Aug

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WHAT YOUR GLASSES SAY ABOUT YOU: The psychology behind eyewear choices

By Sitha Maliwa: Eyewear has become far more than a visual aid. In today’s world, glasses are part of personal branding - an everyday item that carries subtle cues about personality, taste, and even lifestyle habits. From the colour of the frame to the coatings on the lens, what you wear on your face may reveal more about you than you realise. First Impressions: Eyewear as Nonverbal Communication Think of how quickly people form impressions. According to various studies in social psychology, first impressions are often formed within seconds, and glasses are front and centre. They don't just enhance eyesight; they frame identity. "Frames are one of the first things people notice,” says Execuspecs optometrist Wesley Language. “They sit right on the face, and they ...

OWNING THE CURVES: Zintsikelelo Madikwa redefining beauty, one bold step at a time

20Jul

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OWNING THE CURVES: Zintsikelelo Madikwa redefining beauty, one bold step at a time

By Zenoyise John: Zubntsikelelo Madikwa (Image: Supplied) From the quiet hills of Mount Fletcher in the Eastern Cape to South Africa’s growing fashion and advocacy scenes, Zintsikelelo Madikwa is more than a pageant finalist—she’s a movement in motion. With elegance, heart, and purpose stitched into every step of her journey, she’s using fashion not just to dress bodies, but to elevate souls. In 2021, Zintsikelelo stood tall as a Miss Curvybody SA finalist, using the spotlight to challenge societal norms and spread a message of body acceptance and mental wellness. “Being a finalist wasn’t just about wearing a crown - it was about becoming a voice for those silenced by shame, bullying, and self-doubt.” Her campaign focused on body positivity, mental healt...

DURBAN JULY: Who served, who scored, and who should’ve stayed home?

6Jul

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DURBAN JULY: Who served, who scored, and who should’ve stayed home?

By Zee: Hey glam squad! It’s your girl Zee, fresh from the Hollywoodbets Durban July, where the theme was Marvels of Mzansi. Well, some folks marveled - and others? Yoh, they went straight for Marvels of the Messy. Let’s spill: First up, Somizi. You know he lives for the spotlight, and he did not disappoint. He rocked up with four different looks - yes, four, babes - including a humongous dress that looked suspiciously like my shebeen-queen auntie’s tired bonnet after a three-day groove, complete with a giant portrait of his late mom slapped on it. Then he switched into a newspaper-inspired frock that looked like last week’s recycling. Dramatic? 100%. Tasteful? Hmm, ask the ancestors. DJ Tira? Guys. He looked like someone accidentally spilled methylated sp...

FASHION’S DARKEST SECRET UNBOXED: Salvation Army’s chilling #BehindTheLabel campaign exposes Child Labour

26Jun

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FASHION’S DARKEST SECRET UNBOXED: Salvation Army’s chilling #BehindTheLabel campaign exposes Child Labour

By Zenoyise John: MAE SOT Bag (Image: Facebook) South Africa’s fashion influencers thought they were getting the hottest new designer drops. Instead, they unwrapped a global shame. In a bold and gut-wrenching campaign titled #BehindTheLabel, The Salvation Army has shattered the fantasy of fast fashion, revealing the brutal truth behind the glittering industry: 160 million children trapped in child labour, many of them behind the seams of the clothes we so casually wear. What started as a seemingly glamorous activation quickly spiralled into a wake-up call. Top-tier influencers were hand-delivered premium-looking packages from faux luxury labels like MÆ SOT and DHAKA. With embossed logos, custom tissue wrap, and elegant design, the packaging screamed exclusivity. But whe...

FROM FAN TO FASHION KING: Man B becomes the new face of Bogart Man

24Jun

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FROM FAN TO FASHION KING: Man B becomes the new face of Bogart Man

By Sitha Maliwa: In a move that blends street charisma with sartorial elegance, fashion powerhouse Bogart Man has crowned a new king of style. Man B Tyekana, the magnetic entertainer and entrepreneur from East London, is now the official face of the brand - a bold and inspired choice that’s shaking up the African fashion landscape. The announcement, made at Bogart’s ultra-modern headquarters in Sandton, Johannesburg, felt less like a corporate deal and more like the beginning of a fashion renaissance. The synergy was undeniable: Man B, long a devoted fan of the brand, has now stepped fully into the frame, not as a mannequin, but as a muse. This is fashion storytelling at its finest. Bogart Man, known for its unapologetically sharp tailoring, global flair,...