GLAMOUR South Africa

The must-have guide to looking and feeling fabulous, GLAMOUR is the upbeat glossy that inspires women around the world. In the mix: fashion trends, beauty expertise, advice for work, love and life - and 24/7 style!

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Glamour South Africa

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Editor's picks OUR CURRENT FASHION & BEAUTY OBSESSIONS • Are you always looking for the newest fashion launches, collaborations and limited edition collections? Us too! Our editorial team's wish lists are constantly evolving, and here are a few items currently on top of their lists.

BEWITCHING BIJOUX • Whether elegantly classic or excitingly fresh, you can never go wrong with diamond jewellery. This festive season, update your look with pieces that'll last a lifetime.

COLOUR POP • Eighties nostalgia is real. Put on a pair of bright-hued leggings and dance your way through summer!

LOW-SLUNG • After dominating our wardrobes for over a decade, high rise jeans are giving way to a whole lot more Noughties in summer 2022, as low-slung waistlines return to the forefront of our sartorial consciousness. Don't be afraid to take it low with a cropped top for the full Y2K effect.

SUPER-SHEER • Fashionistas looking for a bit of fun with style after two years of tracksuits will love super sheer fabrics this spring. If you don't have a red carpet date lined up, you can layer these fabrics over or under bra tops, blouses, cycling shorts or skirts to protect your modesty, making this SS22 trend one of the most versatile.

ALL-WHITE AFFAIR

FASHION RADAR? • CREATIVE. COLLECTIVE. CONNECTED.

THEBE MAGUGU A FASHION FORCE • Through his work, astute Fashion Designer Thebe Magugu proves that African fashion has a place at the global table.

RETHINKING FASHION • You don't need to be a designer, industry professional or government official to champion sustainability.

FEEL

SEEING DOUBLE • This season, we're all about pairing up with our bestie for the easiest, ehieest eye and lip looks. This is playing matehy-matehy made easy and fun. Ready to recreate? Here's some inspo.

WHAT'S ON OUR BEAUTY RADAR? • This month, I'm loving a little bit of everything. Here, I share my favourite items, from my handbag to my bathroom.

After the tone • Here's how to tell if your skin is warm, cool, neutral or olive - and match your makeup to it.

SEASONAL SCENTS • We're about to teleport you into holiday mode, where your preferred sweet, fresh, spicy, or any other aromas will have you ready for every occasion. You might even discover your new signature perfume here! This is the starting lineup of fragrances for your summer.

MAKEUP BRUSHES CHEAT SHEET • Everything you need to know about how to use your makeup brushes and, most importantly, a guide on buying the correct brushes to ensure a seamless beat. M.A.C National Artist Mokgadi Shogole shares all the deets to make the process easy and efficient.

The good-skin diet • Dr Vanessa Lapiner is a Specialist Dermatologist and Founder of root4, South Africa's First clean medical grade dermocosmetic skineare and nutraeeutieal range. She shares with Glamour how to apply her groundbreaking DR. L protocol to defend, renew and liberate the gut, brain and skin axis to reignite inside-out beauty that results from understanding that the gut is where the seeds of beauty are planted.

THE ART OF EYEWEAR • Founder and Director of Camarena Porter Optometrist trading as Spectacle World Adele Camarena shares the latest eyewear trends - every shape and colour - and expert advice on hygiene and eye tests.

AU NATUREL • Founders and Directors of Auganie, Mokgadi Mabela and Vicki-lee Fredericks on owning a 100% female run, BEE adherent and owned enterprise that champions...