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In this issue

Beauty Awards
Our 2025 winners

Festive glam
Get colourful and creative with makeup

Nailed it!
Mani styles we loved — and still adore

Weave it in
The resurgence of sewin hairstyles

Mental health tips
Some guidance for the new yea

A 2025 FASHION OBITUARY

As the chapter of 2025 comes to a close, we look back at the fashion trends we're determined to enthusiastically wave farewell to.

3 mins

Shimmer

New Year's Eve is a night of celebration as we say goodbye to the old and embrace what's next. And you want to look good for your next chapter! It's a positive omen, if you will. With this in mind, these curated looks are sure to give you that confidence boost on the biggest night of the year.

1 mins

New Year

In 2026, I am embracing a new version of myself - and my style.

1 mins

A Year of Seismic Shifts in Global Fashion

The year 2025 will be remembered as a period of profound transformation, marked by both exciting breakthroughs and significant challenges that recalibrated the global fashion industry's landscape. From epoch-making changes in leadership at legacy publications and iconic European luxury houses to the triumphant celebration of African design and the return of a beloved cinematic fashion film, the industry experienced an earthquake of change. The ripple effects of these developments are already being felt and will continue to shape the industry's trajectory for years to come.

4 mins

Unconventional Festive Makeup

Unapologetic, bold and made for summer nights. This season is the perfect opportunity for makeup to become your playground – where colour, texture and bold self-expression jump right in.

1 mins

THE NAIL TRENDS THAT DEFINED 2025

This year, we saw manis go from minimal to maximal, high-gloss futuristic designs to nostalgic childhood fun and everything in between. Here, we round up the most talked about styles that are *still* worth trying.

2 mins

Side cornrows with sew-in

The undercut got a braided upgrade — and we're obsessed. Inspired by Cassie Ventura's iconic 2009 buzzcut, this look features cornrows on one side and a cascading sew-in on the other. It's bold, edgy and perfect for anyone craving a festive-season switch-up without committing to the clippers.

2 mins

Luxury Reimagined

Escape to the new Spier Hotel in Stellenbosch for a moment to slow down, breathe and reconnect with yourself through the rhythm of the Winelands.

2 mins

AMA AMATA Beauty with Purpose

As the Sub Saharan Africa ambassador for L'Oréal Paris, the actress is moving with intention in the new year: softer, surer and beautifully aligned.

5 mins

Lights, Camera, ZEE NXUMALO!

At 22, the artist is moving through the world with softness and ease. Embracing new stages, new stories and new versions of herself, she shows that becoming isn't about perfection, it's about stepping boldly into the unknown. Her partnership with Brutal Fruit proves that she is not only the moment, she belongs!

5 mins

THE PINK TABLE, WHERE GLAMOUR IS SERVED

The Story of Brutal Fruit Spritzer featuring Zee Nxumalo

1 mins

TINA KNOWLES' DEBUT MEMOIR: MATRIARCH in Review

In this heartfelt reflection on family, faith and the quiet power of becoming, the American multi-hyphenate opens a window into her upbringing in Galveston, Texas - a place that shaped her values, her strength and her deep sense of purpose.

1 mins

Unveiling QUARTZ Restaurant

Quoin Rock has always been a place where beauty, craftsmanship and passion converge. Now, that spirit takes on a delicious new form.

3 mins

Feeding My Tribe

Serving heart filled dishes to close family and friends has been at the heart of Chef Mmule Setati's work. With her latest cookbook, and cooking classes, she is furthering her connection and creativity with food building a community one shared meal at a time.

3 mins

Host Your Perfect Friendmas

'Tis the season to be jolly and what better way to spend it than with the family you've chosen? We've roped in Chef Mmule to help you curate the perfect setting and menu for your besties.

2 mins

BEST ADVICE FOR 2026

With the promise of new beginnings, what better way to step into 2026 than with a renewed sense of self?

2 mins

MOMENTS THAT SHAPED THE CULTURE IN 2025

It's been quite an eventful year and we've been keeping a watchful eye on the people who have been pushing boundaries, shifting the atmosphere and making moves in different sectors. To ensure that no moment goes unnoticed, we roped in tastemakers and cultural commentators Lee Tshabalala and Gift Makhubu to spotlight the moments that shook up the entertainment landscape.

3 mins

Celebrate the Festive Season On a Budget

Being the main character this December doesn't have to break the bank.

4 mins

MEET NISSAN'S DRIVING FORCE FOR EQUALITY

Leading with both head and heart, Human Resources Director Kholo Kunene champions environments where people feel seen, valued and equipped to thrive. Her leadership philosophy blends strategic insight with authentic human connection, a rare combination that has made her one of the most respected HR leaders on the continent.

1 mins

EXPERT ADVICE: GET OVER BEING GHOSTED

Whether it was a promising potential partner or a so-called friend who pulled a disappearing act.

4 mins

STANDOUT 2025 MUSIC ALBUMS

This year, music in South Africa felt different, closer, deeper, more human. It gave us a wave of sound that crossed genres and generations and reminded us that rhy thm lives in our hearts first.

2 mins

WOMEN WHO MADE ME

Miss South Africa 2025, Qhawekazi Mazeleni: redefining what it means to use a platform for purpose.

3 mins

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GLAMOUR South Africa Magazine Description:

Publisher: Content-Nation-Media

Category: Fashion

Language: English

Frequency: 7 Issues/Year

GLAMOUR will be bringing you fresh, NEW content. With breaking celebrity news stories that are trending NOW. Forecasting all the NEXT fashion and beauty trends.