February - March 2021

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All a woman needs

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EDITOR Makhosazana Zwane-Siguqa PRODUCTION MANAGER Pertunia Mdluli FASHION CONTRIBUTOR Thula Sindi FASHION CONTRIBUTOR Tsakane Ndlovu BEAUTY CONTRIBUTOR Grace Mantjiu ART DIRECTOR Given Zondi DESIGNER Sihle Nyakane PHOTO RETOUCHER Jermain Hend
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Hello!
Exactly two and a half years ago, I embarked on what was to be a life-changing journey. I had worked in the media space for 15 years – 13 of them as an editor on various of our mainstream brands. During this time, I had also clinched the post of Head
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STYLE News
Under Armour introduces moisture-infused fabric to help athletes who suffer from dry and itchy skin. Say goobye to uncomfortable gym days and hello to better days. The UA Meridian + Moisture Infuse collection will be available in all major brand hous
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Boss Energy
The ‘80s-inspired oversized jacket is bound to be a hit this season, if recent runway shows are anything to go by. Daring and stylish, these blazers are usually reserved for the office, but modern designs give them a feminine edge so you get to rock
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BABY Heels
Previously underrated, baby heels are now back in fashion. It’s a good idea to add these shoes to your collection as they’re fun and easy on your feet, ensuring that you won’t end up with blisters. For comfort and making a fashion statement, you can’
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Fiery Red
There’s something mysteriously attractive about a lady in red. This colour associated with passion, love and energy was spotted on the AW20/21 runway shows of Michael Kors, Givenchy and Mugler and proved to be a showstopper! IMAGES Supplied,Instagram
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It’s All In The DETAIL
FACE MASKS AREN’T GOING AWAY ANYTIME SOON. GET INTO THE HABIT OF COORDINATING YOUR OUTFIT WITH A TRENDY MASK. ADD A REGAL TOUCH AND STAND OUT WITH AN ELEGANT ALICE BAND THE CROSS-BODY BAG HAS BECOME THE PEOPLE’S FAVOURITE — IT’S PORTABLE AND USER-FR
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LEATHER Luxe
Leather is back in style, as demonstrated on the SS21/AW21 catwalks by Paco Rabanne and Altuzarra. If you’ve invested in a leather jacket, shirt, pants or any other piece, you’ll get lots of wear out of it — and not only this season. Leather is a goo
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IN KONVERSATION WITH Kwena
BRIEFLY TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF. I consider myself a powerful force who breaks boundaries and gives a completely new meaning to the term ‘influencer’. For me, being an influencer goes beyond influencing my audience’s purchasing decisions. It means bu
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Beauty Update
THE HOUGHTON SPA IS A PLACE WHERE TIME STANDS STILL AND EVERY MOMENT IS DEDICATED TO SERENITY. THIS METROPOLITAN SPA, TUCKED AWAY IN AN AFFLUENT SUBURB OF JOHANNESBURG, OFFERS THERAPIES TO HELP HEAL THE MIND, BODY AND SOUL. WHETHER YOU’RE IN THE CITY
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Give Your Skin A New Life
A good night’s sleep is essential for glowing skin. When you sleep every night, your skin regenerates and repairs itself. A night-time skincare routine that focuses on repairing your skin and hydrating it helps to keep your complexion clear and your
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Ready, steady, FIRM UP!
Fine lines, saggy skin and loss of elasticity are all signs of natural ageing. The production of collagen in your body decreases as you get older, which results in skin becoming less elastic and wrinkles becoming more visible. Nobody can stop the age
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LAYING THE PERFECT foundation
There is a new selction of foundations on the market, and they are supercharged with built-in skincare benefits. These skin-enhancing bases not only help you fake perfect skin, they can actually blast away breakouts, erode uneven texture and minimise
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TOOLS Of The Trade
Brushes aren’t only reserved for make-up artists. If you’re planning on trying new makeup trends and looks, you need to invest in the right tools for complexion perfection. Your secret to immaculate make-up application starts with the tools of the tr
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Scentsational
Finding a signature scent takes time as the scent needs to be distinctively you and help you stand out. You may be seeking a new fragrance, or you may prefer something trendy to spritz on – either way, you’ll find the search for your ideal scent both
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BRITTLE AND BREAKING hair
If you keep on treating your hair as if you’re doing a science experiment, you’re bound to have endless problems. Overstyling, colouring and processing hair can cause it to break, leaving it damaged. Brittle hair is the most difficult to repair. Deep
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TRESSES To Impress
Choosing a new hairstyle can be confusing at times. The natural hair movement has made things easier, giving women more freedom to play around and bring out the beauty of their natural hair texture. Mixing one or more textures of hai r on a hairdo ha
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SOMIZI AND MOHALE On Choosing Each Other
ince day one, the marriage of Somizi Mhlongo-Motaung and Mohale Motaung-Mhlongo has been under intense scrutiny. If it’s not people accusing Mohale of marrying Somizi for his money, it’s bloggers and tabloids accusing Mohale of using his newfound fam
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Simply Junoesque
PHOTOGRAPHER Sfundo Majozi MODEL Tebogo Thobejane MAKE-UP Fellicia Ndlovu of Felli_beauty LOCATION Riboville Boutique Hotel and Restaurant (011 234 2456)STOCKISTS Desigual (010 109 3940), Europa Art(011 883 5354), Fashionnever (www.fashionnever.co.za
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AFRICA Rise
PHOTOGRAPHY Lubabalo Lesolle MOBEL Blue Mbombo MAKE-UP Nomalee Beauty ■
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Shopping Guide
Our Hydro 5 Razor is designed like no other razor to protect your skin from irritation and provides you a close, smooth shave. The unique Hydrating Gel Reservoir hydrates and delivers 40% less friction than lube strips*. Price: from: R129.95 Schick®
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PUTTING YOURSELF FIRST IS NOT Is Not Being Selfish!
Society tends to glorify women who take care of others more than they care for themselves. There’s an assumption that just because you can take care of others, you’re a superwoman who is also capable of taking care of yourself. Sadly, this is not tru
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10 Commandments For Dealing With Demanding Family Members.
Prioritize your needs first before helping others. Understand your strengths, weaknesses and triggers. Name your limits and set clear boundaries about your physical, emotional, mental and financial limits. Avoid explaining or justifying your boundari
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Emotional BLACK TAX
It’s in those moments when you’re forced to put your life on hold and you’re left with no choice but to help your family, that you realise that Black Tax is just not monetary and extends beyond the Rands and cents. The definition of Black Tax can be
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Good Girls Want Good Sex Too
It’s 2021 and many sex books have been published. Sex shops have also mushroomed all over our country, even in townships, making sex no longer a taboo in our society. But sadly, the idea that good girls don’t enjoy sex, for the sake of it, is very mu
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Six Ways To Be More Open About Your Needs In The Bedroom
Be open to exploring your desires and what gives you pleasure. You need to have some idea of what you want before you invite your partner to explore with you. Don’t be judgemental about your partner’s needs or your own. Create a safe space to communi
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Make Boss Moves And Command The Respect You Deserve
For many women, climbing the corporate ladder becomes a completely different story when they get to the top. Instead of celebrating their professional growth and the culmination of hard work, determination and dedication in their area of work, they f
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Gbv A Far Deadlier Pandemic In Our Society
In South Africa, one in five women has experienced physical violence by a partner, that’s according to the Social Policy Network. In addition, government’s Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) Command Centre reported more than 120 000 cases of G
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Top Tips For Dealing With Common Workplace Behaviours
Human resources executive, Nonoshee Nomachule Ramphele, offers tips for dealing with some common workplace dynamics. Problem: You’ve been understanding about your employee’s personal problems, but now it’s getting out of hand and without a fail, the
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Domestic Abuse
It is challenging to escape abuse or defend yourself while living in an abusive home. Joanne Laskey, a clinical psychologist practicing in the COPE Therapy team at Akeso Stepping Stones mental health facility, suggests the following steps to break fr
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Self-defence Tips That Could Save Your Life
Over the years, South Africans have seen crimes committed against women – rape, domestic violence, GBV, femicide – escalate with little consequences for perpetrators. South African women are living in fear. Sierra D. Waters captures this serious matt
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Lamiez Holworthy and Khuli Chana’s PRIVATE HAVEN
Celebrities treat their homes as sacred spaces where they retreat to after a long day of work, rubbing shoulders with fans, and putting on a smile in public places – even when things are falling apart in their lives. That is why it’s rare to get a ce
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Experience A Wonder Of The World
The COVID -19 pandemic has made travel unpredictable because countries go into lockdowns unexpectedly. But this shouldn’t be the reason you don’t plan your next trip. Victoria Falls, which lies on the mighty Zambezi River, forming a natural border be
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Solo Trips For Your Soul
Nombulelo Boyana, founder of Chica Travel, a podcast started in 2019 that shares her travelling experiences, says people shouldn’t be afraid to take time out to travel alone. While there’s a misconception that travelling alone is lonely, Nombulelo be
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Do’s And Don’ts
Struggling to make the right decisions for a better financial future? Worry no more, Old Mutual’s Karabo Ramookho helps you stay on the right track with your money, thanks to these do’s and don’ts: DO STAY INVESTED. If you have investments and you’r
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Your Health Is Your Wealth
Last year President Cyril Ramaphosa pleaded with South Africans to make use of the Covid Alert SA App. Until the vaccine reaches our shores and the majority of citizens are immunised, we have to play it safe. Besides washing our hands religiously, sa
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The Revolution Is Being Televised
Q: You have extensive experience in television, please tell us about your journey. A: I’ve worked in broadcasting for most of my career, having spent 24 years with my previous employer. I’m fortunate enough to have worked across various parts of th
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Luxe Living
They say if it gives you the “kwetsa” effect, then you’re definitely drinking the original iGemmer. iGemmer is a beer concentrate that has been part of many Africans celebrations; it is the drink of choice for many communities in Mzansi. Continue toa
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In Touch With Nature
REEN - COLOUR OF NATURE, SYMBOL OF FRESHNESS. IN COLOUR THERAPY, GREEN IS ASSOCIATED WITH HEALTH AND WELLBEING. IT IS ALSO BELIEVED TO REDUCE STRESS, ENCOURAGE MINDFULNESS AND BOOST CREATIVITY. ADORNING YOUR HOME WITH GREEN ACCESSORIES INVITES AN AUR
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When Your Man Is Running Low On Emotions
We walk into romantic relationships expecting them to be filled mostly with joyous moments, and minimal conflict. Yet, our reality couldn’t be further from this. For instance, your partner could be an exceptional father, but an emotionally absent hus
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Guilty Pleasures For Moms
Taking time out to take care of yourself is not only beneficial to you, but it can also benefit your kids. As a mom, you constantly need to recharge so that you can give your best. Remember that you can’t be any good to anyone if you’re not good to y
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The Secret To Financial FREEDOM
When your bank account becomes a playground for debit orders and you’re left with very little money to see you through to the next payday, the concept of financial freedom may seem lightyears away from your reality. But according to experts, financia
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Some Down Time
Reality show, Uthando Lodumo, which is about controversial songstress Babes Wodumo and Mampintsha’s traditional and white weddings, has been delayed by Covid-19 until further notice. But don’t despair, an equally sizzling show, The Real Housewives of
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Checklist
You’ve weighed up the pros and cons of being in a relationship with an emotionally distant partner — and have decided that your relationship is worth fighting for. Nhlabathi-Madonsela suggests minding the following: VALUES EXERCISE. What you value
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A Meal Made With LOVE
Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 40 minutes Serves: 4 800 g chicken thighs and drumsticksSea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste2 garlic cloves2 tbsp olive oil5 sprigs rosemary250 g button mushrooms1 cup chicken stockFresh rosema
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Self-care Activities You Can Engage In
Fundi recommends that you do the following to show yourself self-love and care: Change your behaviour. This allows you to be self-aware. Follow your heart if you normally use your mind when making decisions, or vice versa. That can include changing
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Flawless
Amp up your style. Instead of wearing glitter on your eyelid, switch it around and try it under your eye. A liner on the upper lash will define your eyes, while the shimmer from the glitter will help open them up. A natural make-up finish has proven
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WHEN MOTHERHOOD Becomes Too Demanding
They say motherhood is a thankless job, but one that mothers excel at and don’t need a bonus for to enhance performance. Although an instinctive and beautiful experience, parenting is constantly filled with many challenges. In most cases, mothers fee

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