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King Of Sole
Before ‘It’ shoes and extreme heels, there was MANOLO BLAHNIK. Now, the man who turned footwear into lust items is starring in his very own documentary (along with A-list fans such as RIHANNA and ANNA WINTOUR). One of fashion’s biggest characters tells us where it all began…
Pretty Parisian
FRENCH WOMEN are celebrated for their effortless beauty– a combination of flawless skin and innate composure. How do they do it? JUANA PARATHYRAS travels to Paris, the home of beauty house Sisley, to find out
'My Life As A Love Addict'
DURING HER TWENTIES, Daisy Buchanan dated a string of bad boys and grew to think love was all about crazy sex and dramatic bust-ups. Here, she explains how SHE KICKED THE HABIT.
Italian Treasures Women With A Mission
Scores of young Italian women are dedicating themselves to the rescue and repair of paintings, frescoes, sculptures, mouldings and church facades. Step into their world and share what it feels like to be a custodian of beauty.
The Skinny Myth
A 20-year Obsession With Staying Slim Kept Alix O'Neill Trapped in a Cycle of Deprivation and Reward. But Pregnancy Shook Up Her Perception of Perfection – and Her Sense of Self
Tried & Tested: Learning My Strengths
In an attempt to learn more about her leadership style – and intrinsic behaviour in general – LYNETTE BOTHA assessment to the test
Fantasy Takes Form
Saudi Arabian designer MOHAMMED ASHI talks to EDWAIN STEENKAMP about his lifelong love of fashion, and creating some of the most spectacular gowns seen on the red carpet
5 Minutes With Nosipho Dumisa
Nosipho’s thriller, Nommer 37, is one of the most highly anticipated local films of 2018. On screens 1 June, it tells the story of a wheelchair-bound man who witnesses a crime, and tries to use the incident to his advantage – but at what cost?
Art Is A Verb
Fela Gucci (Thato Ramaisa) and Desire Marea (Buyani Duma)Constitute the Cultural Movement Faka. They Use Performance, Literature, Sound, Photography, Video and Fashion to Exhibit Their Experiences as Creative Black Queers Penetrating Spaces That Were Previously Off-limits.
Unbreakable The Rana Ayyub Story
Her Past Life Faded Away. Memories of Herself Were Crushed Under the Weight of Daily Danger, Her Lifes Mission Distilled to Unearthing the Truth.
What Is The National Health Insurance Bill And How Will It Affect Me?
Everyones talking about it, but is the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill and its sister, the Medical Schemes Amendment (MSA) Bill the miracle cures for good quality universal healthcare in South Africa? Sarah Browning-de Villiers investigates if SA is about the swallow the right pill.
Taste His Legacy
For the Prolific Travelling Chef Anthony Bourdain, No Country or Dish Was Off Limits. He Was a Champion of Fearless Exploration, and Shone a Light on Our Shared Humanity... This Is His Story.
Avoid Holiday Bank Balance Burnout
Januworry isn’t just a Twitter hashtag – that post-holiday account hangover is a real issue. Zoya Pon looks at five beliefs that pave the path to Januworry and shares tips on how to save before it’s too late
Specialists Vs Generalists
With so many recruiters looking for multi-skilled talent these days, is there still a place for expertise? Lynette Botha weighs in
Encore
After seven seasons, Olivia Pope will go down as one of the most powerful female leads in TV history. But beyond the Beltway fixer, who is Kerry Washington? Broadway star? Producer? Activist? Yes, yes, and yes
Just Keep Swimming
Competing in the 100m freestyle and butterfly events at the Rio Olympics was a surreal experience for Yusra Mardini – a year earlier, she’d used those swimming skills to save herself and others from drowning in the Aegean sea, when the boat in which they were fleeing syria began to sink. in this extract from her book, Butterfly: from refugee to olympian, my Story of reScue, Hope and triumpH, the now goodwill Ambassador for the un Refugee Agency shares her hopes for her future, and that of refugees the world over
Toot Your Own Horn
It’s Never Too Late To Celebrate Your Success. And No, It Doesn’t Mean You’re Bragging, Writes Tidi Benbenisti
Reese Gets Real
The award-winning actress and producer – who runs two of her own companies – took on another role this year as a force for Time’s Up. She takes MARIE CLAIRE on a candid tour of her world
The No -BS Guide Self-Care
These Days, We Know That Taking Time Out For Number One Is Not A Luxury But A Necessity. Here Are Some Easy Ways To Show Yourself You Care
How Not To Have A Nervous Breakdown
Being overcome By panic, and living in a constant state of anxiety, led Lynette Botha to re-evaluate her priorities
The Power Of Networking Now
The nature of networking is changing. The cultural shift from competition to collaboration and the ubiquity of social media are shaking things up – Abigail McDougall tells you how to adapt to networking 2.0
From Lagos To London –And Back
Tokyo James is a force to be reckoned with in todays creative global space and a champion of new views on African identity. Afika Jadezweni caught up with the British- Nigerian creative director during his recent visit to South Africa
A Question Of Success
A Simple But Life-Changing Initiative In Malawi Is Offering Sex Workers Medical Treatment And Counselling Free From Discrimination, Criminalisation And Violence
Fashioning The Future
Sustainability in fashion is no longer a nice gesture its the way forward. The green revolution is upon us, and those who are not on board will soon be left behind