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First Impressions. Over several weeks I shared by best advice and insight, gave guidance and perspective based on experience to..
It goes without saying that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach and with Father’s Day nearing,..
Introducing fashion mentoring sessions Note from the publisher Hello Everyone! I’m really happy to be launching and introducing the first..
A Nicholas Coutts Retrospective. A Nicholas Coutts design speaks volumes for originality, craftsmanship and authenticity, forming part of a newer..
#publisherspick of Sunday fashion reads As it turns out, this last Sunday in May is the first of my #publisherspick..
The future is circular As the global fashion industry is in the throes of necessary change, proactive designers and makers..
With his new Fall/Winter 2019/ 2020 ‘Perennial’ collection, Lukhanyo Mdingi consolidates the label’s sustainable approach South African Designer Lukhanyo Mdingi..
If time is luxury, then self-love must be the ultimate in luxury. Here is our winter ‘me- time’ edit. ..
Ladysmith born seamstress, Patricia Bamusi, has been sewing buttonholes by hand since 1994 for local luxe brands such as David..
Caroline Greeff: A go-to conceptual make up artist who likes to push boundaries Where it all begin… Her love affair..
It is often said that winter is the most fashionable season of all seasons so we have complied a list..
A few years ago, I read the autobiography of fashion legend and icon Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel. It prompted in me..
One of the most eventful times of the year has arrived and although its origin is quite religious, there are..
The Art of Collaboration Annicia Manyaapelo , founder of NichLuxe -a business that focusses on Luxury in Africa with special interests..
Hanneli Rupert is the founder and Creative Director of Luxury Brand Okapi and Merchants on Long in Cape Town, one..
Glamour in the Palm of your hand, since 2008. ABOUT THE BRAND: With so many questions surrounding irons nowadays- about..
A designer who knows how to leave his imprint season after season, Mzukisi Mbane makes his mark on the South..
With winter sneaking up in the Southern Hemisphere, we all need something that will keep us from freezing to death..
Sustainable fashion in the luxury market is high up on the agenda of the Condé Nast International luxury conference happening..
In my second edition of the Fashion handbook South Africa (FHBSA), the April ’19 issue launches a conversation on Luxury,..
Fashion season is upon us and if you are attending, and a little anxious about how you’re going to approach..
THE BRAND: A contemporary African print brand that prides itself in quality and affordablity. BEHIND THE BRAND: In 2015, Grace Bampile founded..
THE BACKSTORY: The shoes are produced by a heritage family-run factory, with 20 years in the shoe manufacturing industry behind..
SiSi the collection is all about the classic shirt with a twist. Here we get to meet the SiSi’s behind the..
With its reputation dating back to the 1900s, Melville is known to be a melting pot of food, people and..
“Tshepo The Jean Maker” was founded in 2015 by Tshepo Mahlala, a 27 year old entrepreneur, designer, stylist and creative...
Perhaps Cupid missed your shot this Valentine’s Day but instead of crying over your unrequited love for your crush, we..
A VISUAL STORY BY THEMBA MBUYISA WHAT IS IT: A new visual story from Johannesburg based visual artist, Themba Mbuyisa..
The inaugural BRICS Fashion show was hosted by the South African government through the Department of Arts and Culture (DAC),..
Kentse Masilo entered Project Runway South Africa for the opportunity to unlock one of her dreams. She shares exclusively with..
Publishers note… Living through an unprecedented era of rapid change as we are now brings many things, but inevitably it’s..
From the fashion pages of the latest Fashion Handbook mag… Talented team: Cover muse: @solarisitu MUA: @orlioh Stylist:@chloe_andrea_the-creator Photographer:..
Beauty quotes from South Africa’s Beauty Bloggers I started my business based on 1 Peter 3:3-4 your inner beauty should..
In Conversation with Erica de Greef, Senior Curator of Fashion at Africa’s largest museum of contemporary art Zeitz MOCAA in..
Thebe Magugu has travelled to two international fashion capitals this year to present his namesake Fashion brand + his faux..
Presenting the first digital cover for the new look Fashion handbook. Our cover stories feature the first Beauty report, reviewing..
Fast changing views of beauty are being driven by diversity, inclusivity and empowerment, reshaping what it is and what it..
Presenting the first cover for the new look Fashion Handbook. Our cover muse asked, “Why me?” Well, Here’s why. Words..
