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16 Take a stance, Easy to
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19 What’s on our
fashion radar?
20 Local main fashion
Utility pieces
30 Short notice
The miniskirt makes
a comeback
32 Romance born
Tulle, pleating and
luxurious fabrics
40 Get the look Fairy-tale 
dresses paired with
gilded accessories
42 Pan-African fashion
Featuring the
Dibaba sisters
46 Summer-ready skin
52 Melted butter
The babes taking over
the customised-bold-
wig-colour scene
56 Beauty, from A-Z
58 Q&A Featuring
Reese Witherspoon
59 What’s on our
beauty radar?
60 Daze This season’s
hottest beauty looks
66 Vaginal rejuvenation
Because your nether
regions deserve a lift
68 Strong bodies
Powerful women who
encourage us to love
living in our skin
70 Kinesiology
Should you try it?
72 Brown skin girl
Celebrating diverse beauty
74 Pan-African beauty
Featuring Tracy-Lee
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78 Cover story 
The dynamic career of 
Lupita Nyong’o
87 The only unfollow that 
broke my heart Coping 
with social media cruelty
88 Overweight and fit 
Good health is a result of 
our behaviour, not our size
92 The rules of casual sex 
Wake up happy the 
next morning
96 Dear everyone: we don’t 
owe you children 
Not every woman wants to 
be a mother. What’s 
wrong with that?
98 Fear-facing travel 
Tarantulas and sheer drops 
in exotic locations
104 Hey, it’s OK
108 How to start 
a side hustle
110 Thank you, next 
Warning signs 
a friendship is toxic
112 Hold the moment 
Five women on the joy of 
having their first child
116 Trending CBD oil
118 Spots
120 Born to cook 
A recipe for steamed 
mussels, garlic and parsley 
from a five-star chef
122 Books
124 Drive Lexus UX Urban 
and X-over
127 Stockists
128 The women who 
made me By Leanne 
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Editor-In-Chief 
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EDITOR’S LETTER
Asanda
Asanda Sizani, Editor-in-Chief
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Three chilling words we’re asking, confronted 
with the reality of an alarming increase in 
gender-based violence in South Africa. During 
the production of this issue, the Glamour team 
wore black in solidarity and joined protesters 
in support of the #RiseUpWomen movement. 
Our mood is sombre as we reflect on what it 
means to be fearless. The dream is to be able to 
walk through life with confidence and pursue 
our dreams and passions without fear.
I peered through the window of Glamour’s 
10th-floor office, shortly after returning from 
joining the protesters, my ears still ringing 
from the sound of police sirens and protest 
songs. As I reflect on the past few days, I feel 
the need to be surrounded by women to feel 
a sense of safety and empathy. Now, more 
than ever, we cannot be isolated from one 
another. My focus has shifted to not only 
the pleasure of enjoying a #HotGirlSummer, 
but, more importantly, a #SafeGirlSummer. 
I applaud the growing number of local 
brands and corporates who’ve come forward 
to condemn femicide and violence against 
women and children. Avon Justine added 
their voice to the chorus of condemnation 
against all forms of violence. Working with 
like-minded organisations such as People 
Am I next?
Opposing Women Abuse (POWA), 1 000 
Women Trust, Tears Foundation, Yokhuselo 
Haven, the Epic Foundation, Lawyers Against 
Abuse, the Saartjie Baartman Centre for 
Women and Children (SBCWC), Mosaic and 
WARear, Avon Justine has raised in excess 
of R8 million to fund the causes championed 
by these organisations, through an initiative 
called Avon Light Up and Speak Out. Avon 
Justine has called upon survivors of gender-
based violence to contact any of these 
organisations for counselling or legal advice.
Lend a voice. Harness your power. Let’s 
intensify the fight against patriarchy and 
femicide. We have every right to demand justice 
and safety for all women and children. We need 
to demonise misogynistic practices and de-
commodify our mothers, sisters and daughters.
It isn’t up to women to fight this national 
pandemic on their own. We must all speak out 
about incidents of misogyny, whether explicit 
or inferred. Every single noble intention and 
call to action can change everything. We live 
in hope that one day, a change will come.
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daily fix of fashion, beauty, trends and topical women’s issues
Discover everything you didn’t know about our cover star Lupita Nyong’o.
Young and ambitious, Faith 
Mangope’s career is taking 
off – including those of the 
women she’s helping.
Psychodermatology: 
beat stress and get 
clear skin with beauty’s 
new buzzword.
When last did you look at 
your vagina? Sexual health 
expert Dr Tlaleng Mofokeng 
on what you need to know.
Perfect the art of the 
season’s new favourite 
rebellious statement: 
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(1) Earrings Mango R249 (2)
necklace By Cara R180 (3) shirt
H&M R1 183 (4) heels Prada
R15 468 (5) blazer Zara R1 329
(6) trousers Zara R738 (7) boots
Mango R1 199 (8) sunglasses
Retrosuperfuture R2 428
(9) bralette Nette Rose R699
(10) skirt Witchery R1 099
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Power dressing doesn’t need 
to be hard. Bring out your best 
attributes and give your workwear 
attire a boost with blazers, skirts 
and everything in between.
Easy to HANDLE
Red bag Le 
Pliage R1 469
Faux-croc bag 
Mango R699
Snake-print bag 
Gucci R15 961
Suede bag 
Thalia Strates 
R5 200
Tote bag Cotton 
On R249
Shopper bag 
Country Road 
R699
Coral bag 
Project Dyad 
R2 470
Leather bag 
Zara R2 204
The humble tote bag has – and continues to 
serve – many purposes, whether you use it 
day-to-day or for your weekly grocery shop, 
we’ve got you covered with the best and latest.
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Deeply embedded in the history
of women’s fashion, the iconic,
and utterly flattering, wrap
dress will have you looking the
part, no matter the occasion.
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(3) collared dress Trenery 
R1 799 (4) polka-dot dress 
Country Road R849 (5) silk 
dress Zimmermann R9 689 
(6) wrinkle-style dress Zara 
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Consider our latest spotlight-stealers –
from superheroes to statement fashion –
your shortcut to what you need to know.
It’s been a big year for
breaking barriers, and
now our attention has
turned to breakout star
Nafessa Williams, who
plays Anissa Pierce, aka
Thunder, TV’s �rst black,
lesbian superhero in DC
Comic’s Black Lightning.
HOLLYWOOD’S
NEW HERO
Gucci’s Alessandro 
Michele made 
a few political 
statements for his 
2020 cruise show, 
including sending a 
dress embroidered 
with a uterus 
down the runway.
WOMEN’S 
RIGHTS
PINNED DOWN
By day, graphic designer Nicole Dalton works on
beautiful packaging and branding at Jane Says, and
by night she runs Ghost Goods, an online boutique
with a focus on pins, patches and slogan T-shirts.
Get yours at etsy.com/shop/GhostGoodsCo.
Whether it’s an everyday tote or
purse, make sure no out�t goes
unstyled with Project Dyad, a Cape
Town-based studio specialising in
the design and manufacturing of
contemporary leather accessories.
LEATHER GOODS
Bag Project
Dyad at AKJP
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CROWN
JEWEL
Local brand Guiseppina
Jewels caught our eye
from the store window
of AKJP. We love her
playful pieces that
come in an array of shapes
and hues, and that each
piece is completely unique.
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Inky blacks and gleaming metals lend a dose of 
practicality to beige’s richer, more luxe cousin.
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Top R699 and 
earrings R299 all 
Witchery; shorts 
H&M R179; blazer 
Trenery R2 499; 
sunglasses Giorgio 
Armani R4 190; 
necklace By Cara 
R155; belt Calvin 
Klein R899
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R23 250; earrings 
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Jacket H&M R799; 
cap Puma x Sue Tsai 
R349; earrings Yellow 
Jewellery R650
Bodysuit H&M R429; 
shorts Witchery R999; 
coat Burberry R40 850; 
earrings Lorne R590; 
sneakers Converse R750
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Top Versace R3 595; 
trousers H&M R1 099; 
earrings By Cara R125; 
hat Zara R359; heels 
Steve Madden R1 299
Top H&M R329; 
jacket R1 499 and 
trousers R1 299 
both Trenery; hat 
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R299; earrings R105, 
necklace R180 and 
ring R165 (for pack 
of four) all By Cara
Dress Gucci Price on 
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Emporio Armani Price 
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By Cara R125; shoes 
Dr Martens R4 000
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Top G-Star Raw R1 199; vest 
Selfi R1 200; trousers Cotton 
On R499; earrings Witchery 
R199; belt bag Coach R4 895; 
sunglasses Ray-Ban R2 490; 
heels Steve Madden R999
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jacket Zara R899; 
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Dress Burberry 
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everal years ago, when I
first learnt I had got a job at
a women’s fashion magazine,
lots of people wanted to give
me advice. It ranged from diet
rand of earrings I should look
en asked, “What are you going
to wear?”
As the curious parties ran through the
respective ‘looks’ of the existing team
– one writer wore only monochrome, one
had the monopoly on jeans (her wardrobe,
reportedly, had 200-plus pairs), another
had first dibs on anything with ruffles (yes,
really) – my mind went blank. The only
thing I could come up with? Miniskirts.
I’ve always reached for a mini in a moment
of crisis. A statement in itself, there’s nothing
simpler than pulling on a short skirt – all
you have to add is a black cashmere jersey,
and you look like you’ve made an effort.
The last time I counted, I own upwards of
20. They range from Prada suede and
Courrèges patent-leather retro styles to
summer denim options from Frame, and
a smart khaki safari iteration from Arket.
One of my favourites is a black Loewe style
with small shards of mirrored plastic sewn
on to it, like sparkling fish scales. It’s difficult
to sit down in a lot of my minis – but that
guy is the prickliest. Still, he packs a punch:
when I wore him to a party during Fashion
Week a few years ago in Paris, the event
photographer mistook me for Alexa Chung.
Why, you may well ask, wear something that you
can’t sit down in? To quote Eve Ensler in The Vagina
Monologues: “My short skirt is happiness. I can feel myself
on the ground.” As a schoolgirl, hitching up my bottle-
green uniform skirt felt assertive. As a teenager, shy and
spotty, a leopard-print mini lent me an air of confidenceI
didn’t possess. At university, I cycled around the campus
in a succession of vintage tennis skirts, circle skirts from
American Apparel and a much-loved JW Anderson for
Topshop kilt, savouring the sensation of the crisp breeze
on my knees, feeling as though I owned the world.
Short notice
More than half a century after they 
conquered the swinging ’60s, miniskirts 
still spell defiance – and they’re back in 
the sunlight for spring. 
That’s the wonderful thing about short skirts: all that 
1960s-era youth-culture optimism still inhabits the mini’s 
very seams. Mary Quant, largely credited as the mother 
of the miniskirt (though Greek warriors were wearing 
variations of them as early as 300 BC), always said they 
were a vehicle for change – literally. She started dealing in 
minis in 1966, naming the scandalously short skirts after 
her favourite car, the Mini Cooper. “The mini car went 
exactly with the miniskirt; it did everything one wanted, it 
looked great, it was optimistic, exuberant, young, flirty, it 
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FEELING INSPIRED? 
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reason that, aged 17, I wore one to take my 
driving test.) In 2019, a mini symbolises 
noncooperation, a gloriously unsubtle ‘F 
you’ to the kind of people whose actions 
inspired #MeToo. There’s defi ance in a 
fl ash of leg.
I’m not the only one wedded to short 
cuts: at a recent appointment with a 
fashion retailer’s womenswear team, I 
was surprised to hear that minis are big 
business. In November, the retailer sold 
nearly 9 000 checked miniskirts after a celeb wore 
one in its Christmas ad and sparked a buying frenzy.
Minis have certainly had a vaguely preppy, 
daylight-appropriate makeover for spring/
summer 2019, teamed with zingy knitwear and 
smart blazers at Versace and Carolina Herrera.
At Prada, they had a tennis skirt’s 
skimpiness, paired with oversized cashmere 
cardigans and smart gold-buttoned jackets. 
And at Burberry, they were central to 
the ‘relaxed’ segment of Riccardo Tisci’s 
debut spring/summer 2019 show, styled 
with brothel creepers, button-down shirts 
and the ubiquitous trench coat.
When it comes to styling, the age-old rule still 
applies: if you’re baring your legs, keep it a little 
more demure up top. Other points to note: crisp 
shirting and tailored blazers work unexpectedly well 
with a mini (and if things are looking a little prim, 
throw in an optic white shoe). A-line shapes can be 
more forgiving than straight, tailored cuts. Seek out 
utility pockets and seams to break up block shapes. 
By all means, wear tights if it will make you feel more 
comfortable: even Versace included thick, colourful 
hosiery on its runway this season. And if you’re about to 
take your driving test, may I suggest a short black skirt? 
I passed the fi rst time. And I now drive a Mini Cooper. 
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Fairy-tale dressing takes on a sophisticated, 
easy-to-wear turn with fl ossy tulles, demure 
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We caught up with 
designer Shana Morland 
about what to expect 
from her eponymous 
line and inspirations. 
YOUR MOM, STEFANIA 
MORLAND, IS AN 
ESTEEMED DESIGNER. 
HAS HER AESTHETIC 
INFLUENCED YOU?
My mother is my biggest role 
model in the fashion industry. She 
has always been there to show me 
the ins and outs of the business. 
Her aesthetic and mine are quite 
similar, but with subtle di� erences. 
I design feminine garments that are 
wearable for every day, while she 
leans more towards couture.
HOW WOULD YOU 
CHARACTERISE YOUR 
BRAND’S AESTHETIC?
Feminine, whimsical with attention 
to detail, and edgy.
HOW DO YOU WANT 
WOMEN TO FEEL 
WHEN WEARING 
YOUR CLOTHES?
Nothing gives me greater joy than 
witnessing a transformation. I want 
my designs to make women feel 
beautiful, confi dent and elegant.
MUST-HAVE ITEMS?
An embellished velvet headband 
finishes a look o� charmingly. Invest 
in unique boots and sandals to add 
an edge to a feminine outfi t. Spring 
and summer are the best times to 
wear lace or frilly dresses, tiered 
silk skirts and playful ensembles. 
(1) Sequinned dress H&M R699 (2) stud earrings Witchery R199 (3) boots Aldo R1 999 
(4) clutch Accessorize R599 (5) headband MRP R60 (6) leaf hair clips Woolworths R60 (7) high-neck blouse 
Forever New R699 (8) necklace Ted Baker R580 (9) asymmetrical dress Philosophy di Lorenzo R19 021 
(10) tulle dress H&M x Giambattista Valli R1 999 (11) bronze hair clips By Cara R150 
(12) bracelet Ted Baker R1 380 (13) heels Gianvito Rossi R12 625 (14) sheer blouse Dolce & Gabbana R10 557W
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featuring Nike and
the women of speed
Dubbed the “fastest family in the
world”, the Dibaba siblings are on
track to success and have
captured the attention of Nike,
as the brand reiterates their
continued commitment to
championing women and diversity.
o one could’ve predicted what the 
future held for the Dibabas. They 
grew up in the rural area of Bekoji, 
Ethiopia, and their parents were 
farmers. Perhaps their success can be 
attributed to a daily routine of hard 
work and, their mother Gutu says, 
“freshly squeezed goat’s milk.” Or to 
al childhood; they attended school 
and helped out with household chores.
Regardless, the siblings are unlike any the world has 
known in the sport of athletics, so it comes as no surprise 
that Nike would choose them to represent their running 
sneaker, the Nike Zoom Pegasus Turbo 2. Designed for 
comfortable, long-distance running, the shoe allows you 
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to train faster and longer. The mesh in the 
upper is more breathable, which means it’s 
lighter than its predecessor.
The list of accolades and medals this 
family holds is unprecedented: Tirunesh 
is the 5 000m world-record holder, has 
three Olympic gold medals, five World 
Championship gold medals, four individual 
World Cross Country (WCC) adult titles 
and one individual WCC junior title; older 
sister Ejegayehu won the silver medal in 
the 10 000m at the 2004 Olympics and 
two bronze medals at the IAAF World 
Championships. Younger sister Genzebe’s 
achievements are no less impressive; her 
list of accolades includes the Laureus 
Sportswoman of the Year award and the 
IAAF Athlete of the Year.The youngest, 
Anna and Melat, are expected to follow 
in their sisters’ footsteps. While they’re 
competitive, they also share an unbreakable bond and 
support each other. If one of them wins, they all do.
Ethiopia has a history of producing some of the best 
long-distance runners in the world, and at the 1992 
Barcelona Olympic Games, Derartu Tulu, a cousin of the 
Dibabas, became the first black African woman to win an 
Olympic gold medal. It’s safe to say that greatness runs in 
the family. The Dibaba sisters are to athletics what Venus 
and Serena Williams are to tennis, and they continue to 
pave the way for other athletes. Nike has always been 
innovative and able to move with the times. The brand 
has been supporting and empowering women in sport 
for nearly 50 years. In the past, sportswear was targeted 
at men. But Nike saw that female-specific athletic gear 
had potential, and the brand was already thinking about 
women’s needs, especially when it came to chest support 
and apparel that would offer comfort, support and allow 
them to perform at their best.
With the support of the sports fraternity, family and 
a brand that continually innovates and celebrates women 
in sport, the Dibaba sisters are geared to win. 
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Whether you’re on the lookout for a makeup 
fi x, a skin saviour or a hair spoil, prepare your 
beauty cabinets for a full product restock.
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Minimalist? Bold beauty? Glitter
enthusiast? These shades will ensure
your nail beds 	t your personality;
no matter the shade.
(1) Hannon Nail Varnish in Coral R115 (2) Morgan 
Taylor Nail Lacquer in Follow The Petals R163 
(3) Catrice Gold E� ect Nail Polish in Fascinating Grace 
R59.95 (4) Mavala Nail Lacquer in Fancy Pink R87
If you aren’t the full-face-of-makeup
type, a little mascara will go a long way.
Swipe a coat, or two, depending on how
dramatic you prefer your lashes. Falsies
are a good way to amp up your look
from of	ce glam to drinks after work.
(1) Essence Lashes To Impress in The Mega Volumiser
R54.95 (2) Dolce & Gabbana Volumised Lashes
Mascara in Dahlia R605 (3) Catrice Lash Couture
R80 (4) LA Girl Wispy Lash Mascara R95
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smell like summertime in a bottle.
(1) Mont Blanc Lady
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75ml R1 210 (2) Avon
Far Away Gold
EDP 50ml R279 (3)
Boucheron Quatre Rose
EDP 100ml R1 310
For a gorgeous shimmer, apply a 
highlighter to the high points of your face. 
Want to really stand out at golden hour? 
Dust your bronzer onto your shoulders, 
collarbone and even your hands. ➻
(1) Catrice Luminice Highlight & Bronze Glow 
Palette R144.95 (2) Apivita Queen Bee Holistic Age 
Defence Cream R1 225.95 (3) Palladio Radiant 
Youthful Glow Brightening Peel O� Mask R145
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Embrace your natural mane with a thick 
emulsion that will leave your curls and coils 
fully hydrated. Prefer straight and sleek? 
Run a � at iron through your lengths and lift 
your roots with a voluminous mousse. 
(1) Moroccanoil Intense Curl Cream R485 (2) TRESemmé Volume 
& Lift Mousse R89 (3) ghd Royal Dynasty Styler R2 800
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Indulge your body in these skin-reviving
treatments. If you’re thinking of opting for a tan
on-the-go, be sure to scrub off any dead skin prior
to self-tanning and moisturise well thereafter.
(1) Bodycare From Africa Cape Olive Exfoliating Salt Scrub 
R79.95 (2) Skinny Tan Wonder Serum R499.95 (3) 
WBeauty Marula & Fynbos Honey Body Butter R89.95
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That mini makeup-removing glove goes
on your �nger. Yes, your �nger. Then,
squirt on some micellar water, which is
great for removing under-eye makeup
and comes in handy if you aren’t near
a basin to wash your face. ➻
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Pack a punch with a glossy swipe of
colour. Make sure to exfoliate your lips
with a scrub � rst, as certain shades
may cling to dry patches.
(1) Dolce & Gabbana Dolcissimo Matte Liquid Lip Colour in
Fuchsia R785 (2) ChapStick Total Hydration Natural Lip
Scrub R129 (3) LA Girl Glazed Lip Paint in Tango R49.95.
(1) GLOV Quick Treat R89 (2) La Roche-Posay Ultra
Micellar Water R200 (3) Vichy Pureté Thermale
3-In-1 One Step Cleansing Micellar Solution R165
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spend some well-deserved me time by
masking at least once a week. The great
thing is there’s a mask to combat every
skin issue you may be experiencing.
(1) RVB Skin Lab Diego Dalla Palma Dandelion Orange
Blossom Jelly Scrub R495 (2) Sorbet Hydro Skin Recovery
Sleep Mask R220 (3) SKN Logic Exfoliate Enzymatic R157
Before you get all glammed up, add a serum 
to give your skin a dewy look. This will also 
help you apply foundation easier. In case you 
didn’t already know, eyeshadow palettes are 
multifaceted. They can be used as a highlighter, 
contour or even serve as a lip colour. All you 
need is a palette that has a variety of hues.
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R325 (2) Lancôme 
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Activating Concentrate 
R1 120 (3) Essence Olá Rio 
Eyeshadow Palette R149.95
Protecting your melanin has never
been this easy. All you need is a good
toner, a brightening serum and a
broad-spectrum moisturiser, and
you’re ready to head out.
(1) Dermalogica Age Bright Clearing
Serum R1 195 (2) Elizabeth Arden Eight
Hour Daily Defence Moisturiser R425
(3) Lamelle Skin Essence Rejuvenate R343
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you’ve done a great deed towards 
shielding your skin from sun damage. 
Be sure to rub on your hairline and
eyebrows, too, as these are the parts
we tend to easily leave behind.
(1) Skinny Tan Protect & Glow SPF30 R249.95
(2) Sothys Protective Lotion Face & Body SPF30 R695 
(3) Clarins Dry Touch Sun Care Cream SPF50+ R415
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touched it up regularly, and 
I was 100% convinced this 
would be my look forever 
– until I decided to dye it 
black, hoping it would make 
me look more sophisticated. 
It was a decision I regretted 
almost immediately because 
I had to re-strip my hair to 
get back to my signature 
pink. The horror of my 
uncalculated decisions soon 
hit me when I looked back 
at old photos and realised 
much of my hair had broken 
off, leaving it almost half 
the length it used to be. This 
completely broke my spirit. 
Wearing wigs changed all 
of that. My hair has never 
been healthier, and I can 
change its colour whenever 
I want. With MB, so can you. 
STaNDINg 
OuT IS Key
We have no boundaries 
when it comes to colour, 
style or technique. We’ll pull 
an all-nighter if it means 
we’ll make our clients’ 
dreams come true. All our 
products are handmade, 
custom-coloured, ethical 
and designed by us. This 
includes our packaging. 
Every detail counts and we 
consider each and every 
unit a work of art, which 
is why we mustn’t rush. 
We’re also inspired by our 
clients’ ideas and their 
personalities. We find out 
what they like before we 
make recommendations. 
We ensure our clients 
receive a product that’s 
completely ready to use 
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Melted Butter (MB) was
born of R10 000, a couple of
wig courses, an Instagram
account, a hairstylist who
understood my vision and
a killer design team. I was
inspired by years of panic
and anxiety after my hair
started shedding, thinning
and breaking due to
excessive salon bleaching
and colouring. Hot pink was
my go-to hue for six years. I
Melted
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Living by the personal beauty 
mantra ‘new hair, still me’, the 
striking Melted Butter babes, 
Kim Jordan, Dj Carly O and 
Lee-Why, in collaboration 
with Black Sun Media and 
Ask Amy, are taking over the 
customised-bold-wig-colour 
scene, one wig at a time. 
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accessories they need, such 
as a wig-application kit. 
The thing I don’t like 
about buying products 
online is that you either have 
to rely on YouTube to teach 
you how to use it or spend 
more money on salon visits 
when you realise you can’t 
do it yourself. Our products 
are ready-to-wear, pre-
plucked, carry our signature 
style, and come with 
instructions and links to 
tutorials. We offer post-
sale assistance, supported 
by Ask Amy, who’s active 
on social media and email 
throughout the week. We 
regularly update clients 
with tips and tricks, as well 
as offering them advice. 
 
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Melted Butter products are 
for everyone, from matric 
dance students to party 
girls, and from office babes 
to CEOs, moms, brides, 
vacay baes, influencers, 
travel addicts, the LGBTQIA 
community, and anyone 
experiencing hair loss 
or battling with health 
complications. Our wigs are 
the answer for every person 
who wants a good hair day 
or a versatile do, without 
commitment or damage.
 
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A team of overthinkers, 
we consider and calculate 
everything to create 
products that are not just 
to our standard, but that
impress our customers,
in terms of the whole
experience. If so much as
one hair is out of place,
it’s either removed or
corrected. 
MB is an experience and
customer service is our top
priority. We’ve given people
a way to enjoy hair and
colour, the commitment-
free and cost-savvy way.
Now you can put down
the peroxide, put all those
bob and fringe regrets to
sleep and look however
you want, whenever you
want, damage-free. I think
that’s a beautiful, healthy
thing. 
 
INNOVaTIONS 
TO COMe
We are always playing 
around with colour. Since 
our inception, we’ve come 
up with four of our own 
colouring techniques, which 
we’ll be sharing on our 
online blog. A new MB hair-
dye range will launch soon, 
which includes colours I, 
personally, haven’t seen 
on the shelves before. The 
best part is, the dye is 
suitable for human hair and 
MB Lux Fibre wigs. 
THe NuMbeR 
ONe COlOuR 
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The most important rule 
about colour: be upfront 
and honest. If the result is 
unachievable and it could 
damage your hair, beyond 
repair, say so. 
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Natural hairlines, light 
colours that salons can’t 
achieve and high-density
hair. Our human-hair
range is handmade to
suit the client’s needs.
The hairlines are natural,
and we colour and treat
the wigs over a few days
to avoid damage and to
achieve the perfect shade.
We hand make our MB Lux
range exactly to the client’s
specifications. 
 
TOP SelleRS
The MB Lux range is
extremely popular because
it’s affordable and looks
organic (the wigs don’t
look synthetic). Signature
pink and white units from
our 12a human-hair range
are trending. 
THe bRIgHT 
fuTuRe 
We’re busy closing pop-up 
deals that are currently on 
the table. We’re hoping to 
have a physical presence, 
nationwide, before the 
end of the year. Our 
international client base 
is growing, too. Although 
we’re happy being online, 
we’ll be opening our own 
signature MB House that 
SA clients will be able 
to walk into and feel the 
magic of Melted Butter. 
For more info, visit 
ilovemeltedbutter.com
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Women from around the world have added their
faces to Dove’s #ShowUs campaign and are urging
the media to include them in their stories. The
movement launched globally, and was recently
brought to life in SA earlier this year and shared
with the industry at the Loeries Creative Week 2019.
here’s been a positive shift in the
media and advertising spaces
since Project #ShowUs was
launched in March this year. The
campaign has challenged the
creative industry to better represent
women in their work, and to be more
involved in conversations around
representation and inclusivity. There
were 5 000 photographs in the Project
#ShowUs Getty Images bank when
the movement was started, but by
August 2019, over 1 600 additional
images had been added by real women
from around the world – that’s more
than 6 600 diverse and representative
images of women as they’ve chosen to
be portrayed.
The encouraging feedback was also
evident at the Loeries Creative Week
2019, where Dove and UN Women
hosted a masterclass panel discussion
led by six industry icons: Unilever
brand representative Sphelele Mjadu,
UN Women’s Anne Githuku-Shongwe,
transgender activist Elle Rose van der
Project #ShowUs
IT’S A MOVEMENT
Burg, advertising industry creative
Khanyi Mpumlwana, Glamour editor-
in-chief Asanda Sizani and radio
personality (also the MC and panel
moderator) Azania Mosaka.
More than 100 creatives were in
attendance, and topics discussed
included the need for more realistic
portrayals of women in advertising
and the media to reinforce self-belief
and, most importantly, change the
narrative of how beauty is defined.
Influencers, decision-makers and
clients were all called upon to partake
in the conversation. Dove also had
a stand at the event, where attendees
could pose for a photograph shot 
by Girlgaze photographer Masego 
Morulane, who worked on Dove’s 
global #ShowUs campaign. Each of 
them pledged to represent women, 
From left to right
Khanyi Mpumlwana, 
Asanda Sizani, Elle Rose van 
der Burg, Azania Mosaka, 
Anne Githuku-Shongwe 
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Some 143 creatives took up the 
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the issue at its core. To date, 1 300 
companies around the world are 
now using images from the #ShowUs 
bank in their work, across 46 
countries, and 12 000-plus images 
have been downloaded. 
But the success of the campaign 
is only the beginning of a positive 
trajectory in the media and 
advertising spaces, with the reality 
being that 71% of South African 
women still don’t feel represented 
in the media. This campaign is the 
beginning of a movement in the right 
direction.
To help broaden the defi nition of 
beauty, share your image by visiting 
dove.com/za/stories/campaigns/
showus.html
“The campaign has challenged 
the creative industry to be more 
involved in conversations around 
representation and inclusivity”
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The root of all acne is a pore clogged
with dirt, dead skin cells and sebum.
Beyond that, there are many ways
acne may manifest, like whiteheads
(also called closed comedones),
blackheads (open comedones) and
cystic acne (occurring deeper in the
skin). If the acne is inflamed – red,
painful, swollen – that’s a sign that
bacteria is also involved.
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
In general, an active ingredient is the
ingredient in a product that’s doing
the thing you want the product to
do. In an acne cleanser, the active
ingredient may be something like
benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid.
But, depending on the way the
claims are worded on the packaging,
the ingredient mayor may not be
called out in a drug facts box and the
product may/may not be considered
a drug rather than a cosmetic.
ALPHA HYDROXY
ACIDS (AHAS)
A type of chemical exfoliant, AHAs
loosen the bonds that hold skin cells
together, which allows them to be easily
swept away, revealing new skin cells
underneath. Glycolic acid and lactic
acid are two popular types of AHAs.
ANTIOXIDANT
Ingredients that can help neutralise
free radicals (highly reactive
molecules). When the balance of
free radicals and antioxidants in the
skin is out of whack, free radicals can
cause damage, possibly resulting in
premature aging of the skin.
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All the skincare terms you 
actually need to know, here. 
AZELAIC ACID
A type of acid synthesised by yeast, 
barley and wheat that’s believed 
to have a gentle exfoliating e� ect. 
Research has shown that it’s e� ective 
at managing both acne and acne-like 
bumps that are a common symptom 
of rosacea.
BETA HYDROXY 
ACIDS (BHAS)
A type of chemical exfoliant, BHAs 
loosen the bind that hold skin cells 
together, allowing them to be easily 
swept away, revealing new skin cells 
underneath. Salicylic acid is a well-
known type of BHA.
BENZOYL PEROXIDE
An active ingredient against acne, 
benzoyl peroxide can kill the type of 
bacteria that’s often responsible for 
infl amed acne. Benzoyl peroxide can 
also irritate or dry out skin, so it’s 
important to also use a moisturiser in 
conjunction with benzoyl peroxide.
BROAD SPECTRUM
A label applied to sunscreens that 
o� ers protection against both 
UVA and UVB rays, both of which 
contribute to your risk for skin cancer.
CHEMICAL EXFOLIANT
Chemical exfoliants are the gentler 
cousins of physical exfoliants. 
Where physical exfoliants manually 
scrub or brush o� dead skin cells, 
chemical exfoliants (lactic, glycolic 
and salicylic acid) break the bonds 
between those dead skin cells so that 
they are easily washed away.
COLLAGEN
A protein found in many parts of the 
body, including your bones, muscles, 
and ligaments. In skin, it’s important 
for keeping the face looking fi rm and 
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damage the skin. Antioxidants are 
thought to neutralise free radicals 
and prevent that damage.
FRAGRANCE-FREE
Fragrances are another common 
irritant to those with sensitive skin, 
which is why it may be helpful to look 
for products that are fragrance-free, 
which means no scents have been 
added to the product. But beware of 
those labelled “unscented”, which 
may indicate that a scent has been 
added just to cover up the natural 
scent of the product.
HUMECTANT
A type of hydrating ingredient found 
in moisturisers that actually draws 
water into the skin, but doesn’t 
necessarily keep it there. Common 
ingredients like glycerin and 
hyaluronic acid are humectants.
HYALURONIC ACID
Hyaluronic acid is found naturally 
in the skin and acts as a humectant, 
meaning it can draw moisture into the 
skin; products with these molecules 
allow moisture to bind to the skin 
without feeling greasy or heavy.
MICELLAR WATER
Used as a cleanser, micellar water 
is made up of micelles (spherical 
clusters of surfactants) and water. 
Rather than washing it o� like a 
typical cleanser, micellar water 
is usually wiped on with a cotton 
pad, which also wipes o� dirt and 
excess oil, and then left to dry before 
continuing with the rest of your 
skincare routine.
NON-COMEDOGENIC
An ingredient that’s comedogenic 
means that it can clog pores. So, if you 
have acne-prone skin, it’s important 
to seek out products that are non-
comedogenic.
PARABENS
A type of preservative in products that 
can be irritating, especially for people 
who already have sensitive skin or a 
skin condition like eczema or psoriasis. 
PEPTIDES
Chains of amino acids that make up 
part of a protein. In skincare, peptides 
are used because they’re thought to 
penetrate more deeply into the skin 
than large, full proteins, like collagen.
RETINOIDS
These compounds – retinol, retinal 
(or retinaldehyde), retinoic acid, and 
synthetic retinoids like adapalene 
and tazorac – are one of only two 
proven ways to prevent the signs 
of aging (the other is sunscreen). 
Retinoids, which are forms of vitamin 
A, work by stimulating the skin cell-
shedding process from below, leading 
to smoother skin and a reduction in 
both signs of aging and acne. 
SEBUM
The oil on top of your skin is composed 
of lipids. Some people naturally produce 
more sebum than others, giving them 
oilier skin. Sebum can also contribute 
to the development of acne.
TONER
A type of product originally designed 
to help balance the skin’s pH. 
STRATUM CORNEUM
The outermost layer of your skin. It’s 
composed of skin cells held together 
by intercellular lipids with a layer of 
dead skin cells and oil on top. It keeps 
hydration in and potential irritants 
and allergens out. 
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plump. But collagen production in 
our bodies slows down as we age, and 
exposure to UV radiation degrades 
collagen as well. That’s why collagen 
and products that claim to boost the 
production of collagen have become 
such popular ingredients in recent 
years. However, collagen is too big 
of a molecule to make it through to 
the deeper layers of the skin when 
it’s applied topically. And drinking 
collagen supplements hasn’t been 
proven to help much. The most helpful 
thing you can do for your collagen is 
to wear sunscreen to prevent the loss 
of what you already have.
COMEDONES
Clogged pores. They may be open 
blackheads or closed whiteheads. 
DOUBLE CLEANSING
A technique that involves using two 
cleansers – an oil-based cleanser 
fi rst followed by a typical foaming 
or water-based cleanser – to more 
e� ectively remove heavy makeup, 
sunscreen or oil.
EMOLLIENT
Moisturising ingredients that can 
penetrate into the spaces between 
skin cells, which leaves the skin 
feeling softer and smoother. Face oils 
– such as squalene, argan and jojoba 
oil – generally act as emollients and/
or occlusives.
FREE RADICALS
Molecules that have gained or lost an 
extra electron, which means they need 
to ‘steal’ electrons from surrounding 
sources. Free radicals are sometimes 
created in the body in small amounts 
through totally normal and natural 
processes. But they can also be 
created by exposure to some kinds of 
radiation, including UV rays. And in 
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she's not pregnant, so now I do, too. 
It makes my hair look better.
Glamour: Do you enjoy ageing?
RW: I've been on this planet for 43 
years, which is long enough to have a 
point of view. I can speak thoughtfully 
about the changes I'd like to see in 
the world. I feel like I earned my grey 
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Glamour: What was the last
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the past four years; it's changed the 
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involvement. Escaping to a different 
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Glamour: What's on
your reading list?
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overcoming the impossible to 
become successful. Or ful�lled. I 
think many people can relate to 
Tara's unreal childhood. She had to 
escape an oppressive situation to 
�nd her centre and path.
Reese Witherspoon shares her
big little truths about ageing,
self-involvement and the beautyritual that changed her life.
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Limited Edition Beautiful 
Colour Moisturising Lipstick 
in Pink Punch R299
Glamour: What's your 
favourite beauty tutorial?
Reese Witherspoon: My makeup 
artist, Molly R Stern, taught me how 
to put on fake eyelashes. She hates 
it when I put on a full strip, but I'm 
from New Orleans – I love a good 
old-fashioned strip lash. I pop it on, 
put a little liquid liner over it, and 
I feel like my eyes look more open.
Glamour: The lipstick colour you 
wouldn't be caught dead wearing?
RW: Brown. Like, dark brown. It made 
me look terrible on my driver's license.
Glamour: The skincare 
step you never miss?
RW: I use Elizabeth Arden Retinol 
Ceramide Capsules at night to look 
more awake in the morning. They 
also even out the redness on my skin, 
so I can wear less foundation.
Glamour: What vitamins 
do you take?
RW: Prenatals. One of my friends 
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SUndownERS
Sweep a red eyeshadow all 
over the lids, then dot 
a creamy orange shadow in the 
centre. Finish off with a pink 
eyeliner, brush out your brows 
and keep the lip neutral so that 
the focus stays on your eyes. ➻
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Sky high 
There’s nothing cheap 
about tons of shimmer and 
bold bright liner when it 
has this much dimension. 
As for the lips, you can’t go 
wrong with a vibrant hue.
CoSMiC 
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Long-lasting and intense 
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pigmented matte lipstick 
and seal the deal with clear 
gloss. For your lids, dab a 
tiny amount of petroleum 
jelly for some extra sheen. 
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SUnBEAM 
Sweep on a yellow shadow and buff it out. Repeat this step 
until you have achieved your desired shade intensity. Lightly dust 
a bronze blush under your cheekbones for a subtle glow. ➻
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Is it time you 
treated your 
nether regions to 
a lift? Accredited 
subspecialist 
urogynaecologist 
Dr Stephen 
Jeff ery sheds 
light on the latest 
cosmetic surgery 
trend: vaginal 
rejuvenation. 
Words by THOBEKA PHANYEKO
What do the therapies involve, 
and what are my options?
Surgical vaginoplasty
Intended to tighten the vagina. 
A surgeon makes an incision, 
mainly in the back of the vagina, and 
administers stitches. The operation 
takes 45 minutes and requires an 
anaesthetic.
Some women also have an operation 
on the vulva to make them smaller. It 
involves removing part of the lips and 
also requires stitches.
Rejuve your va-jay-jay
What is it? 
A range of procedures that improve 
the function and appearance of your 
lady parts. The most common one is to 
reduce its width. The vagina isn’t just 
a tubular structure but a dynamic 
organ, which also includes the vulva 
(large and small lips). These structures 
alter as a woman ages and bares 
children. If the inner and outer parts 
of the vagina and vulva are thin and/or 
have lost tone, this can cause dryness, 
pain and discomfort during sex. Some 
women even lose the ability to orgasm.
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Dr Stephen 
Jeffery weighs 
up the pros 
and cons
PROS
Surgical vaginoplasty 
The results of tightening are 
excellent if it’s done by an 
experienced surgeon. Sexual 
function improves, for both 
partners. Some women may 
find going to the toilet, especially 
bowel function, improves. 
Laser therapy 
Excellent improvement in 
symptoms of vaginal thinning. 
This includes reduction in burning 
and soreness. Many women have 
better orgasms and feel more 
lubricated during sex. There may 
also be an improvement in bladder 
function. This treatment is backed 
by excellent research and has 
been approved by international 
bodies. It is also particularly good 
for women with breast cancer who 
can’t take vaginal hormones.
The O-Shot
Natural products, which come 
from your own body, are used.
CONS
Most of these treatments are 
costly, and medical aid doesn’t 
cover them. 
Surgical vaginoplasty 
Scarring, and possible pain, during 
sex, if not done by an expert 
surgeon. Infection and long-term 
pain. Reduction of the vaginal lips 
may result in abnormal-looking 
lips, if not done properly.
Laser therapy
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Laser vaginal rejuvenation
A procedure that’s so simple
it can be performed in an
office, laser rejuvenation involves a
small, wand-like device that creates
tiny, superficial laser points on the
vagina and stimulates new tissue
growth. Studies have shown benefits
that include thickening of the outer
tissue, the formation of new blood cells
and increased collagen production,
which, in most cases, improves the
orgasm. Dr Jeffery recommends three
to six sessions, each one month apart.
The O-Shot
The procedure involves taking
15ml of blood and placing it in
a machine that separates plasma (the
liquid part of blood) from the blood,
which is then injected into the vagina.
Plasma contains a high concentration
of proteins that stimulate cellular
repair and regeneration in active
cells. New blood vessels and tissue
are formed, improving elasticity and
resilience in tissues and peripheral
nerve regeneration. The procedure also
reduces acidity (achieving normal pH),
which lessens your risk of infection.
Patients have experienced stronger
orgasms due to a tighter vaginal
canal, more lubrication and improved
sensation in the clitoris.
Fillers
Substances that can be used
for labial fillers include:
Fat fillers: Fat is taken from your
inner thigh. It’s a natural procedure
that won’t cause an adverse reaction.
Hyaluronic acid: Hyaluronic acid is
naturally present in all of the human
body’s cells. It acts as a filler that
binds water, which makes tissue moist,
smooth and lubricated for better 
movement. The injection of hyaluronic 
acid into the labia increases its volume 
and improves its appearance. During 
sex, sensation in the area increases. 
The injection often comprises a number 
of fillers, for example, an O-Shot with 
hyaluronic acid or fat.
Who should consider it?
If you feel too loose down there, 
are experiencing a painful, burning 
sensation or having trouble reaching 
orgasm, you should consider having a 
rejuvenation.
Are there other factors 
that contribute to changes 
in the female anatomy?
Childbirth, especially via vaginal 
delivery, causes stretching and tearing 
of the muscles and tissues. Women 
undergoing menopause, when hormone 
levels typically decline, may develop 
these issues.
For more info, visit urogynaecology.co.za
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Caster Semenya 
Track-and-� eld athlete 
The reigning Olympic champion 
has fought negative opinions 
about her race and gender since 
she was a teenager. “For a decade, 
the International Association of 
Athletics Federations (IAAF) has 
tried to slow me down, but this 
has actually made me stronger,” 
she said in a recent statement to 
The Post. “The CAS’s [the Court 
of Arbitration for Sport] decision 
won’t hold me back. I’ll continue 
to rise above it, and inspire young 
women and athletes, in South 
Africa and around the world.”
They’re fi erce and 
have no time for 
ridicule or criticism. 
These powerful 
ladies embody 
body positivity and 
encourage us to love 
living in our skin. 
Words by JESÉ-CHÉ LILLIENFELDT
Simone Biles Gymnast 
At 22, and with plenty of medals under her belt, Simone Biles 
is not your average athlete. She’s been hitting the gym since the 
tender age of six and has built up incredible attitude, strength and 
skill. Simone’s success is down to her petite body, kept in shape 
due to her strict choice of diet. “I would say everyone is blessed to 
have been born with a body. You have to be confi dent in whatever 
God gave you because that’s all you have. Learn to love yourself.”
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Letshego Zulu
Biokinecticist and
adventure enthusiast
Biokineticist and co-founder
of Pop Up Gym, Letshego Zulu
is one of the fittest women in
SA. Her advice? “Respect your
body, fuel your body, challenge
your body and, most of all,
love your body. Your body is
the only thing you have to live
with for the rest of your life.
Treat it well.”
Shana Power 
MMA 
 ghter 
This Nike ambassador is not to be messed 
with. Shana Power’s badass skills in the 
ring will encourage you to take up MMA 
yourself. This dynamic fi ghter shows us 
it’s OK to have tattoos, and throw punches 
and kicks, as opposed to being defi ned by 
what society thinks women should look, 
dress and feel like.
Serena Williams Tennis player
A message from one of the world’s greatest tennis players
inspired many women: “People are entitled to have their
opinions, but what matters most is how I feel about me. You
have to love you, and if you don’t love you, no one else will. And
if you do love you, people will see that, and they’ll love you, too.”
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Misty Copeland 
Ballerina
Misty Copeland is fi t 
and strong. She uses her 
platform to speak about 
body image and the lack 
of acceptance of the body 
shapes of women in her 
industry. “In my opinion, 
it’s about how you feel on 
the inside. As an athlete, 
I understand my body and 
its response to exercise 
and the fuel I give it. To me, 
that’s what’s important.”
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With a focus on spiritual behaviour, as well as being a trained and qualified
kinesiologist, Fadwa Booley Cozyn, founder of Mobile Therapies, shares some
insights into the world of kinesiology and energy healing, here.
Words by JESÉ-CHÉ LILLIENFELDT
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Glamour: What is an energy healer?
Fadwa Booley Cozyn: An energy 
healer is intuitive and trained in 
dealing with and helping people 
identify and clear negative energy 
and energy blockages.
Glamour: Take us through 
the practice of kinesiology.
FBC: Specialised kinesiology means 
the study of body movement. 
However, in the natural health fi eld, 
the term is used for muscle testing or 
muscle monitoring for stress and 
imbalance. We use muscle testing as 
a verifi cation tool for detecting and 
repairing various imbalances relating 
to physical, spiritual, mental and 
emotional stress, and nutritional 
issues, learning problems or injuries.
Glamour: What’s the difference 
between a kinesiologist and 
an energy healer?
FBC: A kinesiologist will fi nd the 
blockages using muscle-testing 
techniques and balance the individual 
on a physical, mental and emotional 
level. An energy healer will clear the 
blocked and stagnant energies on a 
spiritual level.
Glamour: Is there an age limit 
when it comes to healing?
FBC: Everyone is welcome. I’ve even 
worked on animals, too.
Glamour: How often would 
one need to see a specialist?
FBC: I would suggest three sessions 
to get you out of fi ght-or-fl ight mode. 
The muscle testing will indicate when 
the next session should take place.
Glamour: Why would you 
recommend this form of healing?
FBC: It concentrates on your mental, 
physical, emotional and spiritual 
state. Having blockages or feeling o� 
balance can infl uence every aspect 
of one’s life. Mobile Therapies is 
international, and this form of healing 
can be provided via Skype as well.
Glamour: How did kinesiology 
help you in your own life?
FBC: I felt o� balance, playing the 
same negative story of hurt and 
trauma patterns over and over. When 
I discovered kinesiology it made a 
drastic change in my life, marriage 
and relationships.
Glamour: What methods would you 
recommend to the Glamour reader?
FBC: I recommend the Neural 
Organisation Technique, which is a 
branch of specialised kinesiology to 
get you out of the fi ght-or-flight stress 
response. Once the body is out of this 
stress response, I would then work 
with what is causing the overall stress 
on the nervous system.
Glamour: What does a session entail?
FBC: When I fi rst see a client, I use 
a combo of applied and specialised 
kinesiology and muscle testing to 
monitor your body on a physical level, 
like micro organisms, general health, 
hormones and toxins. Next, I check 
the spiritual body. If there’s energy 
that needs to be cleared out, I clear it. 
I then do the Neural Organisation 
Technique to make sure the brain and 
the body work synchronously.
For more info, call 082 744 3232 
WHERE TO GO 
> CAPE TOWN
Kinesiology Cape Town 
12 Campbell St, Observatory
tal@kinesiologycapetown.co.za 
072 4317 234 
> JOBURG
The Kinesiology Healing 
Centre of Johannesburg 
5 Condon Rd, 
Blairgowrie, Randburg 
laika@kinesiologysa.com 
011 781 8211 
> DURBAN
A Touch of Healing 
Westridge Rd, 
Umhlanga Rocks 
kazia@atouchofhealing.co.za
082 467 0202 
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The Multi Vitamin R312.60
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Being Yourself by Dr Joe 
Dispenza (Hay House; 
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You can’t be what you don’t see. Here, four pioneers on our radar who 
show diverse beauty and create a conversation around inclusivity.
Brown skin girl
ROBIN THEDE
She’s taking over comedy,
breaking records and making
history. Robin’s HBO series
A Black Lady Sketch Show is
a hilarious comedy comprised
entirely of an all-black, all-
female cast, director and
writers. The series is executive
produced by Issa Rae and guests
include Kelly Rowland, Angela
Bassett and Patti LaBelle. We
love Robin’s hilarious impressions.
She uses makeup cleverly to play
multiple characters.
ZOZIBINI TUNZI 
The Miss South Africa 
pageant was a proud moment 
this year. How incredible 
was that glittering crown on 
26-year-old Zozibini’s short, 
natural hair? Actress Bonnie 
Mbuli tweeted, “My Miss SA is 
a girl who looks just like me, 
nappy hair fade and all.”
PALESA MOKUBUNG 
Mantsho (‘black is beautiful’ 
in Sesotho) was established 
in 2004 and has since graced 
numerous runways in Greece, 
India, USA, Jamaica, Nigeria, 
Botswana and Senegal. Palesa, 
the designer behind the brand, 
is known for her textured 
haircuts, oversized square 
frames and a signature dark lip.
She celebrates the female form
through her designs, which 
complement the female shape 
in a � attering and playful way.
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The Black Panther and Us actor has spun a 
dynamic career on her own terms – and in 
rapid fashion. Good thing the sky’s the limit.
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glides into the restaurant at our appointed time, the picture 
of cool in a blue charmeuse jumpsuit with a camel-toned rain 
jacket draped over her arm. If diners are aware a star is among 
us, they don’t betray it. After briefly casting about for a different 
table, then deciding the one we’ve got will do, she jumps 
directly, wholeheartedly, into the interview, clothes first.
“The gesture of my style is definitely my mom. I always 
thought she was very elegant, and she was always present with 
the way she put herself together without being pressured,” 
says Lupita, citing her mother’s ritual home manicure every 
Sunday night while the family watched TV together. But 
she also looked up to her aunt, Amondi, her mother’s sister, 
whose style tacked in the opposite direction: black leather 
jackets, a Mohawk at one point, even the motorcycle to 
complete the look. “I kind of oscillated between the two. 
I find I love the elegant, the classic, the simple, but I also like 
the outrageous and the quirky and the almost accidental.” 
Lupita could almost be describing her career, except for the 
accidental part. The year started with the premiere of Little 
Monsters, a comedic zombie flick, went right into the smash 
success of Jordan Peele’s horror Us, in which she plays 
heroine Adelaide Wilson and her demonic doppelgänger 
Red, and will close out after she reprises her role as CGI 
alien Maz Kanata in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. 
In between, the Oscar winner published a children’s 
book, Sulwe, in October, and she’s this close to starting 
shoots on a TV series based on Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s 
Americanah, which she is producing, with her Black Panther 
co-star Danai Gurira writing the script. So, Lupita radiates 
the energy of a girl next door, especially as she recalls how she 
role-modelled early fashion choices, but she also happens to 
be one of the most powerful black women in film. Though 
her family is from Kenya’s Luo tribe, Lupita Amondi Nyong’o 
was born in Mexico City in 1983. Her first name is derived 
from the name Guadalupe – the Virgin Mary. Her father, 
Peter Anyang’ Nyong’o, now a prominent Kenyan politician, 
and mother, Dorothy Ogada Nyong’o, had immigrated to 
Mexico shortly after Charles Nyong’o, her father’s brother, 
disappeared in 1980. Charles was never found; he was likely 
a target because of his opposition to the Moi presidency. The 
childhoods of Lupita and her five siblings would be marked 
by political pressures. They had to share their father with 
the rest of the community for the good of the fight, and lived 
in fear for his safety, particularly after the family returned 
to Kenya in 1984. Migration would become the norm for 
the family, and home was a fraught concept for Lupita, who 
would only spend the first few months of her life in Mexico 
City before the family moved to New York City. When 
she was 16, her parents sent her to Taxco, Mexico, to learn 
Spanish at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México’s 
Learning Centre for Foreigners. In 2003, she enrolled in 
Hampshire University, in Massachusetts, as an international 
student, immersing herself in African studies.
“We were really deeply investigating and exploring and 
analysing a lot of socio-political dynamics,” she says. “My 
enlightenment was my education, to really recognise that 
these things play out in cultural and social setups. They 
don’t play out theoretically.” After graduating, she entered 
the Yale School of Drama. Her introduction to Hollywood 
came in the form of her stint as a production assistant 
on The Constant Gardener. Then, in her last year at Yale, 
Lupita landed an audition with Steve McQueen for a role 
in 12 Years a Slave, based on Solomon Northup’s real-life 
account of his kidnapping and enslavement on Edwin 
Epps’ plantation. In the film, Lupita plays Patsey, a woman 
who was known to pick more than 230kg of cotton a day 
– twice the quota. Patsey was repeatedly raped by Edwin 
and tortured by his jealous wife. The film’s most devastating 
scene depicts Edwin (Michael Fassbender) brutalising 
Patsey, after forcing Solomon (Chiwetel Ejiofor) to whip 
her as well. It’s reminiscent of Denzel Washington’s turn 
as Private Silas Trip in the 1989 film Glory. Like Denzel, 
Lupita won an Oscar for her performance, thrusting 
her into the public eye and kick-starting a rapid ascent. In 
her acceptance speech, Lupita, in a baby-blue Prada gown 
whose colour she felt evoked Kenya, thanked Patsey, saying, 
“It doesn’t escape me for one moment that so much joy 
in my life is thanks to so much pain in someone else’s.”
“What struck me was her absolute readiness,” says 
Lupita’s 12 Years co-star Sarah Paulson, who played the 
abusive Mistress Epps. “Lupita was the personification of 
destiny. I don’t think I had ever seen a face filled with so 
much light – she is the definition of ‘lit from within.’” Around 
the time the movie came out, she had been sleeping on a 
mattress on the floor of a New York apartment, too anxious 
about placelessness to spring for a bed frame, she told the Bad 
Brown Aunties, a podcast hosted by two fellow Hampshire 
alums. When she became the first black African to win an 
Academy Award for acting, the accolade helped solidify 
her application for a green card. It was heart-wrenching to 
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been taking on during that moment in her career. In a bone-
chilling op-ed in the New York Times, Lupita recounted her 
run-ins with Harvey Weinstein. She wrote in vivid detail of 
narrowly escaping the producer’s grasp in the confines of 
his home, with his family in nearby rooms. After another 
creepy encounter, she vowed never to work with him. She 
also vowed to “never shut up about this kind of thing.” Now, 
although she notes she’s still limited to her own experiences 
and those that wend through the industry grapevine, Lupita 
says that in the nearly two years since, “there’s definitely 
more of a sensitivity toward sexism, chauvinism, abuse,” and 
that many film sets often employ an “intimacy coach.”
“In the past, when it came to physical combat, there were 
always consultants on set, but when it came to intimacy there 
was never, ever somebody present to help actors navigate that. 
Now you have that, which is a great inclusion, and ensures 
that those kinds of abuses don’t happen.” She adds, “I think 
there’s also at times an oversensitivity, which I just think is 
the nature of the pendulum shifting, and it takes time to find 
the balance. I’m quite happy that there’s that kind of extreme 
change, and hopefully we find equilibrium as we move forward.”
Lupita has a reputation for keeping her private life 
private, though fans have desperately tried to dream-cast 
romantic relationships with Michael B Jordan and Jared 
Leto. Crowd hope has more recently refocused on Janelle 
Monáe, though neither woman has publicly commented. 
When I ask how she handles curiosity about her love life, 
she replies, “There’s parts of myself that I care to share 
and then there are parts that I don’t.” In my mind’s eye, 
there’s a highlight reel of images and videos of her cuddled 
with friends and co-stars, but I wonder when it is part of 
the celebrity’s job description to have every relationship 
inventoried as ‘friend’ or‘lover.’ And so I dig a bit deeper 
about maintaining control over her image. “I’m conscious of 
the danger of the intention to perpetuate a struggle without 
triumph,” she says. What happens when we lose agency over 
our narratives? What does it mean to be one of Hollywood’s 
most powerful women, yet still be susceptible to headlines 
that compress your life into something digestible? There’s 
a thin line between your story being told and you being 
devoured. In 2017, Lupita made headlines because her hair 
was photoshopped for the cover of Grazia. Lupita called the 
magazine out in an Instagram post, including photos of her 
“I believe in enjoying the moment.
It’s all about the moment”
unretouched image and a caption that stated, “Had I been 
consulted, I would have explained that I cannot support or 
condone the omission of what is my native heritage with 
the intention that they appreciate that there is still a very 
long way to go to combat the unconscious prejudice against 
black women’s complexion, hair style and texture.” She says 
she has learnt to pick her battles, but purpose clarifies itself, 
and her courage to speak out is innate. “I was born into 
a political family. My father was fighting for what he 
believed in,” says Lupita. “I think it was really just instilled 
in me that there are things in this world that are worth 
changing – part of living is about trying to transform the 
world into the world that we want to be a part of.” 
For every project she takes on, Lupita relies on gut instinct 
to guide her. “As I prepare, I have to articulate to myself why 
I’m doing this. The secondary thing is definitely the people,” 
she says. “When I choose projects, I want to have faith that it 
will speak to a time when it’s needed as much as it speaks to 
me at the time that I make it. I really understood this with 
Black Panther, when we were making that movie in such 
a different political climate than the one in which it came 
out.” Ryan Coogler and Joe Robert Cole wrote the film while 
Barack Obama was still US president, but it came out a year 
into Donald Trump. “Ryan was speaking to a future relevance 
that he couldn’t have predicted.” She signed on to the project 
on the strength of Ryan’s pitch alone, before a script existed. 
“Marvel won’t give you the script. Marvel won’t give you the 
scripts!” she emphasises. “I read the script for the first time 
six weeks before we started shooting.” Black Panther, which 
grossed R19.7 billion in box offices across the globe, exploded 
conventional Hollywood’s (which is to say, white) notions of 
what an all-black film could do commercially.
More than that, “In Black Panther, I felt that the African 
experience was allowed to exist aspirationally,” says Lupita. 
“I think it’s more common in America to hear of the struggle 
of black people than it is to hear of the success. It’s more of 
a sensation to have a headline about a struggle, you know? 
‘Lupita Shunned by People for Her Hair Texture.’ The struggle 
through having dark skin is clickbait. So when Black Panther 
came along, it was refreshing to work on an African narrative 
that didn’t lead with the struggle of being African.” Lupita 
has said her gut led her to take the role of Miss Caroline in 
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The magnet: Taylor Swift’s ‘Shake It Off’ was in the script. So 
she taught herself to play it on the ukulele, as director Abe 
Forsythe imagined for the role. She also immersed herself 
in the minutiae of being a pre-school teacher, right down to 
creating lesson plans. “I love diving deep into a character 
I’m playing,” says Lupita, emphasising that children posed a 
particular challenge. “I would be so tired at the end of the day 
working with these kids. They’re unpredictable; they’ve got 
a lot of energy. But I loved it. I loved every moment of it.” 
Like Abe, Jordan wrote the mirroring characters of Adelaide 
and Red specifically for Lupita in his thriller Us. Part of her 
immersive prep work for that film was watching a list of 
horror films recommended by Jordan. “They helped me 
and Jordan establish a shared cinematic language while 
shooting,” says Lupita. “Lupita is a performer who is able 
to tap into raw energy and raw emotion. She can delve into 
some really dark places and do so with complete emotional 
commitment, as we saw in 12 Years a Slave. And in Us, I knew 
she was going to play characters that showed two sides of this 
primal darkness: one bubbling under the surface and the other 
bubbling over the surface,” says Jordan, who says Lupita has a 
‘Hitchcockian’ star quality. “Lupita the star is distinctive and 
incomparable. There’s only one of her. So the notion of seeing 
two Lupitas on screen at the same time would automatically 
feel compelling – as well as alien and unnatural.” 
Shortly after she wrapped Black Panther, Lupita had 
somewhat reluctantly begun work on her first book, Sulwe, 
which came out in October. The idea came from a speech 
she gave in 2014, at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood 
brunch, about colourism. “I received a letter from a girl,” 
she said to the audience, “and I’d like to share just a small 
part of it with you: ‘Dear Lupita,’ it reads, ‘I think you’re 
really lucky to be this black but yet this successful in 
Hollywood overnight. I was just about to buy Dencia’s 
Whitenicious cream to lighten my skin when you appeared 
on the world map and saved me.’” Her words went viral 
at the time, and shortly came suggestions for a children’s 
book. But, says Lupita, “I just felt depleted. I was just like, 
‘I have nothing more to say. It’s all in the speech.’” 
With time, and having felt the enormous potential 
of Black Panther, however, she returned to the idea. “Black 
Panther was the key I needed.” The book centres on a little 
girl named Sulwe – Luo for ‘star’ – who is bullied for being 
“the colour of midnight,” an experience that mirrors her 
own. ‘How could she, as dark as she was, have brightness 
in her?’ Sulwe wonders to herself. The child’s dreamlike 
journey to self-discovery is complex and full of nuance, 
even in child-friendly prose. With illustrations by Vashti 
Harrison, the book is as beautiful as it is powerful. And 
it’s another book that will serve as the basis for Lupita’s 
next project, which she is producing and starring in: the 
TV adaptation of Americanah, which her friend Danai is 
adapting. Danai worked with Lupita on Black Panther and 
also wrote the off-Broadway play Eclipsed, in which Lupita 
acted. “We’re so close to rolling the cameras. It’s really 
exciting to see that kind of labour of love actually come to 
fruition,” says the actress, adding that Danai is bringing 
“her tenacious passion and her perspective, humour, her 
understanding of the stories and the worlds of Americanah.”
One has to wonder how she’s able to keep herself 
balanced with so many projects. For Lupita, there has to 
be a clear dismount from each project. “I found that it’s 
good to have that interim before I return to my ‘normal 
life.’” She insists on travelling or enrolling in vipassana 
meditation retreats. “Finishing an intensive project is kind 
of like having a hangover, where you’re so used to a rigor of 
existence and then all of a sudden, there’s none,” she says. 
“I make the time because otherwise I wouldn’t survive.”
She also commands herself – and those in her inner 
circle – to embrace a sense of spontaneity. Back to that sky-
blue Prada on that all-important career altering evening 
in 2014, or rather, the day before: her publicist thought 
a dress rehearsal could help ease everyone’sjitters.
For most red carpet events, Lupita’s stylist Micaela 
Erlanger chooses a look, and then Vernon François and 
Nick Barose will work with Lupita on, respectively, the 
hair and makeup. But a dress rehearsal just felt too forced, 
maybe even a jinx. “To give me that kind of grandeur,” she 
says, “would be crippling for me.” And so, the morning of the 
Oscars ceremony, her team walked in to dress her for the first 
time, but they were all a bundle of nerves. Lupita says she was 
blissed out from a massage that Alfre Woodard had gifted 
to her, but her team was shaking. “They were physically 
shaking, they were so nervous.” So she turned on the stereo 
and blasted ‘Grown Woman’. “Beyoncé did the trick. We 
danced it off, we had a good laugh, and then we sat down. 
You’ve got to let the oxygen in,” she says. “I believe in enjoying 
the moment. It’s all about the moment.” 
“It’s more common to 
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to hear of the success”
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I always thought I’d reacha point in my life and mycareer when social media
got easier and cruel comments
didn’t bother me. For better and
worse, I now know that day is never
coming. I could stop reading the
comments altogether, but then
I wouldn’t get to connect with the
99% of people who are wonderful
and teach me so much about myself
and the world.
Here lies the rub: we’re
neurobiologically hardwired for
connection. When we stop caring
what people think, we diminish
our opportunities for connection,
and we’ve got a far bigger problem
than a few belittling remarks. Yet,
when we allow ourselves to be
defined by what people think, we
reconnaissance research skills, as 
well as a surprisingly deep capacity 
for verbally beating the crap out 
of people who hurt you or hurt the 
people you love, it’s devastating. 
When we fire back and have to bear 
witness to our cruelty – to watch 
ourselves brandish name-calling, 
humiliation or ridicule as a weapon 
against another human being – that 
can crush our self-respect.
The second strategy I came 
up with was to limit the posts 
that draw the most venomous
reactions. Unfortunately, these
are posts about social justice and
human rights issues. I don’t post
about social justice issues to win.
I post because staying silent about
dehumanising refugees, separating
families, diminishing the dignity
of people because of who they are,
who they love, or where they come
from, makes me complicit.
Make no mistake, choosing
comfort over standing up for what
we believe is true and important will
sever our connection to ourselves.
Why? Because we must belong to
ourselves to fit in, be liked, not cause
problems, sidestep conflict, or not
disappoint people, we break our
hearts. Unfollowing your beliefs for
others is the real threat.
The only foolproof strategy I’ve
come up with so far is this: owning
our story, owning what we believe,
and loving ourselves is the bravest
thing we’ll ever do. Do the world
a favour: speak your truth. Follow
your wild heart.
Researcher Dr Brené Brown on coping 
courageously with social media cruelty
The only unfollow 
that broke my heart
lose our capacity for authenticity 
and courage.
I studied vulnerability, courage, 
empathy and shame for twenty 
years, which gave me emotional 
X-ray vision. When I see someone 
issue a posturing, blustery “I don’t 
give a damn what anyone thinks!” 
speech, I can see the pain dripping 
off their 12-year-old self. It isn’t 
true because it’s not how we’re 
built. If you develop skin so thick 
that you lose the ability to be hurt, 
you could end up feeling nothing.
I’ve tried a few social-media-
hurt-reduction strategies over the 
past two years. The first turned out 
to be pretty awful: I responded. That 
sounds innocent enough, but when 
you study vulnerability in people 
for a living, and you have CIA-level 
“When we allow 
ourselves to be defined 
by what people think, 
we lose our capacity 
for courage”
Dr Brené Brown at 
her Ted Talk
The Power 
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Good health is a result
of our behaviours 
– eating well, exercising 
and having a positive 
outlook is good for us all, 
regardless of our size.
Words by SHANNON MANUEL
Overweight,
not un� t or unhealthy
t he fi tness world is responsible for the acceptance of a variety of body shapes and sizes. The question is, does the suggestion that active people don’t have to look a certain 
way mean we’re ‘normalising’ the 
unhealthy condition of obesity? 
The philosophy ‘health at every 
size’ recognises that healthy living and 
personal wellbeing are what’s important, 
not just weight control. Someone can be 
overweight and healthy, just as someone 
can be thin and unhealthy. Overweight 
and obese people fi nd exercise harder 
than those at an ideal weight, but 
that doesn’t mean they can’t reap the 
health benefi ts. Groundbreaking body-
positivity activist and award-winning 
yoga instructor Jessamyn Stanley is 
living proof of that. 
She identifi es as fat and fi t, has 
outspoken views on inclusivity in the 
yoga industry, and coined the term 
‘fat yoga’. On her Instagram page, 
@mynameisjessamyn, are images of 
her performing yoga poses as a ‘plus-
size woman of colour’. Based in North 
Carolina, US, Jessamyn practices and 
teaches high-energy vinyasa-fl ow yoga, 
an athletic style of yoga, which strings 
together a variety of poses in a sequence. 
Her classes incorporate a body-positive 
approach that focuses on how the 
body feels versus how it looks. Since 
Jessamyn attended her fi rst class when 
she was 16, yoga has played an integral 
role in providing immense clarity and 
balance in her life. 
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received negative feedback 
or body shaming? 
Jessamyn Stanley: All the time. 
But I expect it, considering I work 
in a fi eld where trolling is common. 
It’s hard to deal with negativity 
from other people, but most people 
only troll because they’re bored and 
lonely. When I consider that truth, it 
allows me to feel compassion for those 
who send me negative messages.
Body shaming exists in most other 
industries, too. It reminds me the 
work of dismantling patriarchal and 
heteronormative values is a big issue.
Glamour: Have you had to 
work on building a better 
relationship with your body? 
JS: My relationship with my body 
is constantly fl uctuating and is a 
life-long journey of acceptance. I’d 
encourage anyone who’s struggling 
with their body image to stop seeking 
a quick fi x and start valuing their self-
worth. Be your own cheerleader. Stop 
waiting for someone else, a product 
or a mantra to do the work for you. 
Glamour: Has the yoga community 
been accepting of your attempts 
to change the perception of what 
a yogi looks like? 
JS: While I think there’s been a subtle 
increase in diversity across the yoga 
community, I don’t think the yoga 
‘establishment’ has been particularly 
supportive of this shift. The ability to 
practice yoga is completely unrelated 
to the physical body and thus it 
should always be inclusive. However, 
many modern yoga establishments 
aren’t inclusive because their value 
systems have more to do with fi tness 
and boutique-studio culture than the 
spiritual practice of it.
Glamour: How can we 
eliminate the perception that 
overweight automatically 
means un� t and unhealthy?
JS: I think increased visibility of 
fat-bodied athletes in health and 
fi tness arenas could help decrease 
body negativity over time. Progress 
is gradual and should be never-
ending, regardless of any marginal 
shifts I’ve noticed over the past few 
years. We mustn’t stop pushing for 
the widespread practice of body 
positivity.
Glamour: Most people comment 
on your size when they see photos 
of you performing dif� cult yoga 
poses. Is yoga more than physical?JS: I’d never call myself a master of 
any yoga pose. The public’s inability 
to understand that body size has 
nothing to do with postural ability has 
nothing to do with me and everything 
to do with diet culture. The postures 
are merely a gateway to bigger and 
more meaningful discoveries of 
ourselves. When mind and body 
unite, the experience is spiritual. 
Glamour: You’ve never shied away 
from describing yourself as fat. 
JS: I call myself fat because it’s seen 
as something negative – I’ve found 
the reclamation of the word ‘fat’ to 
be a pivotal aspect of my journey to 
accepting my body.
Glamour: You advocate using
cannabis for wellness.
JS: Human beings have used
cannabis medicinally for thousands
of years, and only during the last
century have public perceptions
shifted. The more it’s talked about,
the more using it will become normal.
Glamour: Tell us about the
app you plan to release.
JS: The Underbelly is an online
yoga platform that gives new and
seasoned practitioners a chance to
build a home practice, anywhere
in the world. The classes are
unlike any other online, precisely
because I’m the exact opposite of
most online yoga teachers. I’m fat,
black, queer, swear like a sailor and
I encourage boundless body love.
Classes are fun and accessible.
Launching in spring 2019, The
Underbelly will be available
worldwide on iOS, Android, web, and
a wide range of streaming platforms
including Roku and Apple TV.
“I’ve found the 
reclamation of the 
word ‘fat’ to be 
a pivotal aspect 
of my journey to 
accepting my body”
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Glamour’s Most Glamourous 2019 Awards.
Dressed to the nines
The sensational Glamour’s Most
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with E! Entertainment, ghd South
Africa and Michel Herbelin – was a
glitzy affair honouring the style and
fashion game of 11 diverse South
African women. Boasting magni�cent
views of the Joburg skyline, Emoyeni
Estate provided a �tting venue for
our star-studded guests, including
Glamour’s Reader Search winner
Katlego Tefu.
The event, which trended instantly
on social media, was co-hosted by
comedian Donovan Goliath, dressed
by Pringle of Scotland, and September
2019 cover star Celeste Khumalo,
wearing French Navy Couture.
Guests were spoilt for choice
with a full night of fun, inspiring
conversations and an array of
activation stations from Maybelline,
Hendrick’s Gin and Candy & Co,
while ghd South Africa treated
all our winners to a personalised
styler engraved with their name.
To refresh themselves in the balmy
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hile it goes against conventional 
wisdom, I’m a staunch opponent 
of the idea that sex is always 
better with someone you love. 
To me, sex is like tennis: a 
pleasurable activity you can 
others, with varying degrees of 
formality. And it can be quite invigorating.
After four years with an exclusive, committed 
partner, they usually know at least four to six things 
that you like doing. You’ve probably brought up 
your kinks and turn-offs. You’re unafraid to say, 
“A fraction to the left.” But sex with the same person, 
with whom you currently have a minor standoff 
over who’s going to call the landlord about the water 
spot on the ceiling in the kitchen, can also become 
rote in a way casual sex cannot.
Casual sex, of course, can occasionally suffer 
from its newness or lack of intimacy – we all have 
lacklustre, one-night-stand stories. But casual sex 
offers novelty. In the same way that it’s fun to stay 
in a hotel, even if you have no desire to live there, 
there’s something inherently sexy about getting 
down and dirty with someone new.
Here are some guidelines for making casual sex, 
well, casual. ➻
Whether it’s a friends-with-benefits
situation or a Tinder date gone
right, here’s how to ensure everyone
wakes up happy the next morning.
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“Would you be 
down to have some 
sex tonight with 
no expectations 
for the future and 
no commitment 
whatsoever?”
Be prepared
If you’re in the market for casual hookups, 
always operate under the assumption that 
you will be heading back to your place at the end 
of the night. Even though you’ll inevitably end up 
staying elsewhere from time-to-time, casualness 
is something that you should exude through 
your attitude, not your apartment’s cleanliness 
level, so it’s better to be prepared. Own more 
than one towel. Own at least as many pillows 
as there are participants. The amenities don’t 
need to be expensive or luxurious – you’re not 
opening a spa – but you want your guests to feel 
comfortable.  Perhaps the most important thing 
to have on hand? Condoms. You’re going to need 
a stash of those. No moaning about how it feels 
better without one – if that’s you, then do yourself 
a favour and buy some better ones. Buy 17 different 
kinds so you can try a new one every night! I 
don’t care. If you’re having casual sex, accept that 
condoms will always be part of that equation.
Keep it light
Casual sex, like a delicate mousse, 
is deceptively complex to get 
right, easily ruined by over-mixing, 
and – most importantly – best 
enjoyed when it’s light and fluffy. 
The point is, this isn’t the time nor the place for 
conversations about how you’re coping with your 
dad’s new girlfriend post your mom’s abrupt move 
to Mauritius. Casual hookups can be militantly 
sex-only, or they can involve a drink or two at a 
nice bar with some light conversation. This is an 
occasion in which normally-lacklustre topics like 
“Where did you grow up?” and, “What do you do?” 
shine. Now, this isn’t an invitation to be boring 
or taciturn, it’s just a plea for you to keep it easy-
breezy. Ask about movies, books or music if you 
want, but don’t try to peacock about your Bitcoin 
investment. Invite someone over and tell them 
a little too much about red wine flavour profiles, 
which you learnt from YouTube videos. Show them 
a video of your dog trying to climb a tree to catch 
a squirrel. Avoid digging deeper.
This goes for activities as well as conversation. 
Don’t suggest hangouts that can be easily 
misconstrued as a date – sit-down meals, movies, 
museums, and the like. That’s not keeping it casual. 
That’s a non-exclusive relationship. Or, most 
probably, one person gearing up to want more than 
casual sex.
Don’t get fancy with the spices
There is a scene in Ratatouille that no one 
outside of my family remembers, in which 
Linguini accuses Remy (the rat chef ) of “getting 
fancy with the spices”. In familial parlance it’s 
become shorthand for going overboard out of 
desperation to do well. Casual sex is not the place 
to try things with which you don’talready have 
a baseline comfort level. There’s a huge difference 
between, “I’ve never had sex in a car, wanna help me 
out?” and, “Let’s dabble in BDSM tonight.” Being 
up for anything – a good outlook when it comes 
to casual sex – means: “Up for fairly common sex 
acts that we’re both comfortable with, perhaps 
with minor, fun twists.” It doesn’t mean you need 
to test drive your kinkiest fantasies.
Ask the hard questions 
after the second hookup
If you hook up with someone one time – 
say off a dating app or a tipsy kiss with a long-time 
acquaintance after your mutual friend’s house party 
– you need to debrief the next day. The condition 
of one-time sex is that it requires so little of us. If, 
however, you fall into the horny pattern of repeating 
your no-strings sex, you need to establish some 
boundaries, especially if you ever see one another 
outside of the bedroom. At this point, you need to 
say something like, “Are you cool with keeping this 
casual? No big deal if you aren’t, I just want to be on 
the same page because that’s what I’m looking for.” 
And then if you crazy kids continue to engage in 
unattached sexcapades, set more specific rules, and 
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Don’t make it weird
The two of you aren’t dating. You 
have no more say in who they choose 
to be in a relationship with than you 
do in what they wear. (I mean, you 
don’t get a say on what your partner 
wears when you’re dating, either). You only get to 
set your boundaries, and hopefully, that meshes 
with their expectations, too. Don’t get possessive. 
Don’t publicise that you two are hooking up. Don’t 
start going the extra mile by offering to pick up 
their parents from the airport, which sets up a 
dynamic that once again replicates dating. Just 
be cool, put in a moderate amount of effort, and 
have fun.
accept that it won’t be the last time you talk about 
them. Casual sex does require some work, after all.
Don’t linger
Prolonged proximity leads 
to intimacy, whether you 
like it or not. If you hang out 
with someone long enough, 
you become friends, and 
then you’re friends who are 
regularly sleeping together 
and spending the subsequent 
n boom! The next thing you 
know, you’re at the supermarket buying them 
a cheesy Valentine’s Day card. I’m not suggesting 
you grab your pants and do a Mission Impossible-
style dive out of the nearest window on the fifth 
floor the moment you’re finished orgasming. I’m 
just saying that breakfast is intimate, as is cuddling 
together for hours watching a series, and intimacy 
and casualness tend to extinguish one another.
Read the room
Most hookups don’t start with someone 
coming up to another person and asking, 
“Would you be down to have some sex 
tonight with no expectations for the future and no 
commitment whatsoever? I’m thinking we do it for 
about four to six months and slowly let it taper out 
as we find other people that we’re actually into.” 
That’s not to discourage you from being open or 
direct, but to warn you of what casual sex requires. 
(Like all sex, it requires full, enthusiastic consent). 
In a casual relationship, however, someone may 
never explicitly end things with you. They may 
never tell you that they don’t want you to stay 
over after sex. If they’re a friend or acquaintance, 
you both may have to renegotiate your friendship 
a bit after you’ve slept together. You may need to 
navigate weird situations like what role you play at 
their birthday. Part of the agreement is that because 
things are so casual, a lot of communication is done 
with broad strokes and surface-level emotions, 
rather than long, sit-down, emotional conversations. 
Don’t ask for that, and don’t expect it.
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f you have a uterus, chances are 
you’ve been asked, “When are 
you going to have children?” This 
question fills many women with 
dread, frustration and annoyance, 
and leads to another question: why, 
when modern society is relaxed 
about a multitude of female roles 
and identities, is procreation still 
considered a woman’s prerogative?
Of all the taboos women face, choosing not to have children is perhaps 
the greatest. There’s an overwhelming sense of expectancy – from society, 
friends and even our mothers – to raise kids, simply because we can.
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CHILDREN
In 2016, Jennifer Aniston, who’s no 
stranger to pregnancy scrutiny, penned 
an open letter, shaming media culture. 
“The sheer amount of resources being 
spent right now by press trying to 
simply uncover whether or not I’m 
pregnant points to the perpetuation of 
this notion that women are somehow 
incomplete, unsuccessful or unhappy if 
they’re not married with children. We 
don’t need to be married or mothers to 
be complete. We get to determine our 
own happily ever after for ourselves. 
Yes, I may become a mother someday, 
but I’m not in pursuit of motherhood 
because I feel incomplete in some 
way,” she wrote. She’s one of many 
female celebrities, including Oprah 
Winfrey and Ellen DeGeneres, who 
have decided to live a child-free life.
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“The decision to
not have children
is often, wrongly,
labelled as
sel	sh, shallow
and immature”
The choice not to have children 
is just that, a choice; and yet, as 
with other decisions women make 
about their reproductive health, it’s 
stigmatised and criticised. At 18 years 
old, I declared, “I don’t want children.” 
It was met with shocked looks and a 
variety of confident comments such 
as, “Just wait until you’re older,” 
“You’re too young to know what 
you want yet,” and, “You’ll change 
your mind.” Ten years later, the 
comments have evolved somewhat 
from, “What kind of woman doesn’t 
want to bring children into the world? 
Don’t you want to give your parents 
grandchildren?” to the ever-inspiring, 
“It’s your duty to your husband.” (I’m 
not even married.) Sadly, it’s reactions 
like these that cause many women to 
stay silent to avoid endlessly having 
to justify their decision to people who 
aren’t listening.
The old-fashioned belief that a 
woman isn’t whole unless she has 
a child can lead women to have 
children, even if they don’t want them. 
Childless women are also stigmatised 
and excluded. They’re made to feel 
bad about their choice to be child-
free because there are so many other 
women who want to have children but 
are unable to. The pressure has led to 
many questioning their identity and if 
there’s something wrong with them. 
The fact is, there are many reasons 
not to want children. Some are 
practical, like not being able to afford 
them, understanding that your career 
path is not conducive to being a parent 
or not having a stable support system. 
Some choose not to based on mental 
illness or genetics, while others feel 
that they don’t have a maternal urge 
or don’t want to bring a child into the 
world just because it’s expected of them. 
Other women are put off by the 
ridiculous standards of motherhood. 
Mom-shaming has become the 
norm, not only reserved for celebrity 
mothers. And others abstain from 
motherhood for seemingly selfish 
reasons. But isn’t that their right, as 
human beings? Preferring to use your 
money to travel instead of starting a 
family, not wanting the mess or your 
body to change, having the freedom to 
make spontaneous decisions, or not 
wanting to sacrifice sleep, are all valid 
reasons, which you don’t have to justify. 
The decision not to raise kids is 
often, wrongly, labelled as selfish, 
shallow and immature. There’s this 
misconception that women without 
children lead amazingly care-free 
lives: free of work pressures, family 
responsibilities and financial worries. 
That’s not the case. 
The decision doesn’t mean there’s 
no respect or love for what children 
bring to the world. There are many 
women – and men – who play activeroles in the lives of their nieces and 
nephews, godchildren, act as mentors 
for children or are teachers. 
In recent years, there’s been a 
growing yet contentious conversation 
about parental regret, primarily 
focused on mothers. What we’re 
learning about regretful mothers 
dispels singular thinking that women 
who regret having children must be 
neglectful or substandard parents: 
it’s motherhood these women regret, 
not their children.
Motherhood isn’t a one-size-fits-all 
role, and it shouldn’t be viewed as such. 
The ‘sanctity’ of motherhood and the 
entrenched belief that the maternal 
instinct is innate and unconditional 
is more harmful than helpful. A clear 
indicator of this are the millions of 
children who are mistreated, neglected 
and abandoned by women and men 
who aren’t ready to be parents. 
Women should choose motherhood 
because they want kids, not because of 
societal pressure, and should support 
other women and their decisions. As 
long as we consider the childless life 
an inferior one, not raising a family 
will always feel more like rebellion 
than an acceptable choice. 
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“Shaarrk!” my elder brother Nik shrieked. I was 
eight years old, and we were swimming just 
o� shore in Estepona, Spain. Catching sight of an 
ominous shadow below, I screamed and splashed. 
I heard Nik howl with laughter. The ‘shadow’ was 
mine, and although it was just a prank, that fear 
kept my feet on land for the next 16 years.
In 2017, six months after my mom suddenly 
passed away, my boyfriend Josh and I booked a trip 
to Bali. The luminous Indonesian island is known 
for its serene, spiritual vibe: something I sorely 
needed. Plus, as my mom was a perpetual beach-
seeker, scattering some of her ashes on the sands 
of Nusa Lembongan, a tiny island o� the south-
east coast, became my goal.
While there, Josh told me about a magnifi cent 
mandarin fi sh he’d seen when he’d previously 
dived in the Bali Sea. The fear of a Jaws-style bite 
had always stopped me going further than a paddle 
in the ocean, but now something had shifted. My 
mom was very courageous. In her honour, I decided 
to explore the underwater world at Manta Point for 
myself. It’s home to 3.5m-sized manta rays. I didn’t 
need to complete a PADI course, as the explorative 
dive we chose meant it would be just me, Josh and 
our instructor, Claude. As our tiny boat rocked 
on the water, I couldn’t stop shaking. The water 
looked black, and the only thing running through 
my mind was what was waiting for me beneath. 
After what felt like forever, I fi nally plunged into 
the unknown. But a few metres down, my chest 
felt overwhelmingly tight.
“I was petri� ed of deep 
water – until I took the 
plunge in Bali”
by Joanna Blom� eld
At fi rst, it wasn’t the deep water that panicked 
me, but the sudden realisation that we’d be 
underwater for 25 minutes. I had no idea I’d feel so 
claustrophobic.
I signalled my distress before shooting to the 
surface. They followed and calmed me down. I was 
terrifi ed, but I kept thinking of my mom. ‘She was 
brave, and so am I,’ I thought. I sunk back down. 
Then, I thought I saw a shark, but my eyes were 
playing tricks on me. After many reassuring hand 
gestures from Josh, I relaxed enough to notice the 
rays. Huge, dark, spaceship-shaped beasts, yet so 
majestic, elegant and serene. Gliding – dancing, 
almost – so e� ortlessly, they completely captivated 
me, and their beauty made me forget about my 
fear. I felt at peace for the fi rst time in months.
Returning to the beach, I was euphoric; it 
was as though I had conquered an emotional 
mountain. At the beach, we fl opped on top of 
beanbags to watch the famous Bali sunset over 
a few beers, and I glowed with pride when Claude 
called me a “water baby”, my childhood nickname 
before my phobia stole it. Since that defi ning 
experience, I’ve been cli� jumping in Menorca 
and island hopping in Turkey: two water-themed 
holidays I never thought I’d do. But travel is helping 
me by freeing my mind and enriching my life.
I still squeal when something touches my foot 
in the sea. As with other challenges I’ve faced, 
I heed my mom’s precious words, “Be brave” – and 
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“Who’d like to hold him?” says our guide, 
scooping something from the rainforest fl oor. 
Given his cupped hands, I know he isn’t referring 
to anything I’d like to hold. I’m a lifelong 
arachnophobe and the mere thought of spiders 
– their long spindly legs and rapid movement 
– has always made my skin crawl. And, of course, 
he’s holding a tarantula. Sweat drips from my 
forehead: it’s 31˚C and humid. I back away from 
the group, but the cicada song reminds me I’m 
in the Amazon, where you can’t escape the 
forest life. I’m told some spiders might scurry 
across my feet or climb up my legs.
I had wanted to visit the Amazon and get 
lost in the river’s tributaries since reading 
Eva Ibbotson’s Journey to the River Sea (Pan 
Macmillan; R161) as a child. But I knew it 
came with a caveat. I wasn’t intimidated by the 
malaria-ridden mosquitos, piranhas or jaguars 
– my biggest fear was encountering spiders way 
more sinister than the house ones that terrifi ed 
me. Still, making this trip was my biggest dream, 
so I fl ew 16 hours to Manaus in Brazil for two-
weeks, trekking the forest, above a carpet of 
spiders.
After staying in a jungle lodge for a week, 
trekking the forest and swimming in the river, 
while looking out for sloths, pink river dolphins, 
caimans and exotic birds, the fi nal leg of our trip 
involved heading to a more remote part I’d been 
dreading. Our camp, reached by canoe and a two-
hour hike, looked like every other place under the 
canopy: dark, humid and inhospitable to humans. 
And 100% the sort of place where spiders like to 
hang out. I wasn’t mentally prepared, but by that 
point, there was no going back.
At dusk, we tied our hammocks between trees, 
and three of us left the camp in search of plants 
to use as dinner plates. Five minutes in, my 
torch fell to the forest fl oor, and three tarantulas 
scuttled past my feet into the darkness. “They’re 
everywhere,” laughed one of the guys. Feeling 
freaked out, I went back to the camp, but 
I couldn’t help but wonder what I’d missed out 
on. That night, I climbed into my hammock-
and-mosquito-net cocoon and imagined the 
world’s largest spider: a Goliath, bird-eating 
spider, jumping from a tree and landing on the 
net. I’d been told I wouldn’t see it; I’d just hear 
it. I listened for sounds of life, but the cacophony 
of the forest calmed me. Eventually, I fell 
asleep. The next morning, I was proud of myself 
for having survived the night – and on the way 
back to the lodge, our guide picked up another 
tarantula. I didn’t hold it, but to my surprise, I 
didn’t retreat, either. Instead, I stepped forward 
and watched it, albeit warily. ‘The forest is the 
spider’s home. I hope I’ve been a good guest,’ 
I thought.
Was I completely cured of my fear? No. But 
the exposure helped me. Sometimes, I leave 
a room when I see a spider. I’ve realised it’s 
not spiders that cause my anxiety; it’s my mind 
honing in on something to be anxious about. 
I’ve learnt adventure means pushing yourself 
outside your comfort zone. On my last night in 
the jungle, it was hard to distinguish the fi refl ies 
from the stars refl ecting on the river, but spiders 
didn’t even cross my mind. The unknown can be 
a terrifying but beautiful place.
“Trekking with tarantulas 
in Brazil helped my 
arachnophobia”
by Elizabeth Sulis Kim
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I’m 4 000m above land and can see the snowy 
Swiss Alps surrounding the glassy surface of 
Lake Thun. In other circumstances, I’d be struck 
by the breathtaking view. But right now, I’m 
holding my breath, sitting on the edge of a plane, 
dangling my legs over the side. I’m attached to 
a skydiving instructor and he’s yelling at me to 
“Jump!” But I can’t. My entire body is frozen in 
fear, the wind is deafening and all I can think is, 
‘I’m going to die.’
I never thought I’d say yes to a skydive. 
I hate heights – usually, the thought of being on 
a tiny plane is enough for me to break out in a 
sweat. This is all heightened by my anxiety and 
post-traumatic stress disorder, both of which I 
was diagnosed with after surviving a fatal coach 
crash several years ago. My fear can be irrational, 
which is why I wouldn’t just be terrifi ed about 
the parachute failing. For me, the real threat 
is surrendering to a situation where I have to 
completely rely on someone else, or worse, the 
elements. It’s put me o� everything from skiing 
(what if I lose control?) to taking risks in my 
career (what will happen if I change industries?). 
But after years of letting my fears hold me back, 
I decided to face them, once and for all.
So, last year, I booked a solo trip to 
Switzerland’s Interlaken region, renowned for 
its paragliding, rafting and, of course, skydiving. 
The plane ride up was so tense that I couldn’t 
even smile at the instructor’s jokes – I was too 
busy trembling with nerves. I didn’t want to sit 
on the edge when he told me to. But when he 
threatened to push me, I knew it was time to 
“I faced my fear of 
heights – by hurling 
myself out of a plane 
above Switzerland”
by Radhika Sanghani
‘lose control’ and surrender to the sky. I shut 
my eyes, took the biggest breath of my life and 
let myself fall forward. The sensation was more 
brutal than I’d imagined. We free-fell at 320kph, 
and the wind tore through my hair. I saw fl ashes 
of mountain, grass and sky, and realised I was 
tumbling. I screamed, nonstop, but after about 
40 seconds, I was forced to take a deep breath. 
As I took that life-saving gasp of air, I couldn’t 
remember a time I’d felt so alive. The moment 
was interrupted by my instructor shouting, “I’m 
going to open the parachute.” I thought I’d be 
relieved, but, to my amazement, I was enjoying 
it. As we glided back down to the ground, I felt 
giddy with adrenaline. 
By the time I got back to the Salzano Hotel, 
the exhilaration had worn o� , but I couldn’t stop 
smiling. I had no idea I was capable of facing 
my fears head-on like that; it made me realise 
that perhaps I’m braver than I thought. My 
anxiety hasn’t magically disappeared, but now I 
recognise it doesn’t have to stop me from taking 
risks. Things that used to trigger my anxiety 
– pitching an idea in a meeting or turning up to 
an event where I don’t know anyone – don’t feel 
as scary. Once you’ve dared to throw yourself out 
of a plane, a work rejection pales in comparison. 
Who knows what else I’m capable of? For the 
fi rst time in years, I’m ready to fi nd out. 
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... To prefer a puppy 
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... To wish someone else 
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... To love buying shoes 
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... To try one more time, 
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... To eat a whole tub of 
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it the next day.
... If you change 
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... To break down 
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... To let go of the things 
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Words by tHOBEKA PHANYEKO
If you’re keen to start a side hustle, you need to ensure that
there’s a market for the product or service you’re offering,
cautions career executive and business coach Lynne Frost.
“Be honest,” she advises. “Do you want to earn an additional
income? Help others? Test the market before you start your
own business?” Being cognisant of your ‘why’ will help you
stay determined in the face of adversity. On days when you
how to start a
S i d e h u St l e
feel despondent, Lynne advises focusing on the benefits. 
“Think of it as a way of saving for a house deposit, car or 
holiday. It also means you’re not putting all your career eggs 
into one basket. Furthermore, you’ll empower yourself, 
learn new skills and have an alternative form of income 
should the company you work for announce redundancies.”
 Here, Lynne’s side-hustle success secrets.
A single source of income is no longer enough to sustain a modern 
lifestyle. As the cost of living continues to escalate, so does the idea 
of starting a business to supplement your income. Where to start?
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sTreNgTHs
Balance your dreams with a 
dose of reality. A side hustle 
is a mini business, in which 
you’re the CEO, as well as 
a gopher and a minion. Let 
your skills and abilities 
be your guide. You’ll need 
energy, commitment and 
determination since it will 
probably take up much of 
your time.
TaP INTo yoUr 
resoUrces
Making a list of ideas 
works for me – ones that 
could realistically generate 
an income. Think of the 
financial resources you’ll 
need to get started and if 
you have enough reserves. 
Are you going to go it alone 
or work with a partner?
 
DraFT a mINI 
bUsINess PlaN
Coming up with an idea 
is easy. Turning that idea, 
however great, into reality 
is tougher. My advice is to 
start with a mini business 
plan, which is exactly like 
a real business plan, only 
shorter. Think about what 
your product or service is, 
who will buy it and how 
much it will cost. How 
will you reach your target 
audience? If it’s via social 
media, how much will it 
cost you to set up? How 
much time can you spend 
on it? How much money 
must you make before it 
becomes worthwhile? 
Have a 
realIsTIc 
scHeDUle
Your schedule should be 
carefully considered. If you 
work from nine to five, then 
you’ll only have time before 
and after work, and at the 
weekend. Are you prepared 
to give up that time? Can 
you fit it in? Is your long-
term objective to keep your 
business as a side hustle or 
do you plan to expand it? 
Don’t let it interfere with 
the job you already have. 
Have aN 
aNcHor 
clIeNT
Getting started is tough, 
so it’s always good to have 
an ‘anchor client’, an 
individual or organisation 
that gives you early-stage 
and repeat business. One of 
my clients was retrenched 
last year. She started a 
few side hustles to keep 
herself sane and financially 
liquid. One of her hustles 
was digital marketing for 
a property company. Even 
though she later secured a 
new job, she retained her 
first client and sourced two 
others. Her side hustle still 
provides her with a regular, 
additional income.
sTarT 
vIsUalIsINg
Visualisation is a powerful 
way to trick your brain. 
That’s why we get scared 
while we’re sitting watching 
a horror movie, even though 
the cinema is perfectly safe.
Once you have an idea 
for your side hustle, start 
visualising what it will 
look like, and keep adding 
to that vision until you 
believe it’s real. Once you 
believe it, you can do it. I’m 
not saying it’s easy or that 
it won’t be hard work, but 
it can still be possible. My 
wonderful helper has side 
hustles making sandwiches 
for office workers and doing 
clothing repairs. She works 
hard and tells me that it 
makes her feel empowered 
to generate the extra 
income she needs for her 
family.
Lynne says it’s not just 
important but crucial for 
women to be independent 
in a world that’s constantly 
changing. “Freelancing and 
other forms of nonstandard 
work are becoming more 
common. Women can’t rely 
on their partners to support 
them anymore. They too are 
affected by these changes,” 
she says. 
You may even become 
the breadwinner, as a 
result of being proactive 
and setting something up 
on your own. “Ultimately, 
what will determine your 
success is a good, workable 
idea, a plan to make it real 
and the persistence to keep 
it going,” Finally, don’t 
underestimate the support 
of your friends and family.
Prepare
a business plan 
and update it 
often, so it keeps 
you focused on 
the end game.
Be realistic
about the time 
and resources you 
have available.
Set time-based
goals to help 
you overcome 
fear and 
procrastination.
the buy-in of 
your family and 
friends can help 
you through 
tough times. 
Go in with
both your head 
and heart. Be 
prepared and 
monitor your 
progress.
Find a mentor, if
you can’t afford 
a business coach; 
someone you 
admire.
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Words by SHANNON MANUEL
Friendships are continually shifting, but if you’re 
questioning whether the person you consider 
a friend has your best interests at heart, it may 
be time to exit a toxic friendship.
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What is a toxic friend?
There’s actually a big di� erence 
between a toxic friend versus a 
toxic friendship and, for most of us, 
it’s important to realise that this 
friendship (the pattern between the 
two of us) has become unhealthy. 
Rarely is the other person outrightly 
toxic to everyone as often as they 
are with you. Within your specifi c 
friendship, they may have 
developed a toxic pattern where 
you’re experiencing a number of 
unmet expectations. And, in most 
instances, I’ve found that those are 
generally unspoken expectations, 
where we have swallowed so much of 
our feelings over time that we 
eventually just tire of it and want to 
walk away.
In your experience as a friendship 
expert, what have you discovered 
to be the causes of friendships 
turning toxic?
We’ve never had a healthy 
relationship that didn’t practice the 
three requirements of a relationship, 
and any relationship that isn’t feeling 
meaningful now is because of the lack 
of at least one requirement. Positivity: 
positive feelings that leave us 
satisfi ed. Consistency: consistent 
interaction that leaves us feeling 
safe. And vulnerability: meaningful 
sharing that leaves us feeling seen. 
‘Frientimacy’ (friendship intimacy) 
then is any relationship where both of 
us feel seen in a safe and satisfying 
way. A toxic relationship is when 
we’re missing any of those three 
things regularly.
How do you de� ne a toxic friendship?
I view toxic relationships on a 
spectrum: on one side there’s a 
pattern that’s annoying us, which 
damages how we feel about the 
friendship; on the other end of the 
spectrum there’s a relationship that 
is abusive and unsafe for us to 
continue because the other person 
continually disrespects boundaries.
Can you change a toxic friendship 
into a healthy one?
It’s possible to transform a 
relationship from toxic to healthy, 
and it’s almost always better to try 
that before ending it. By the time 
we’re thinking about walking away, 
it’s safe to assume that we’re not 
getting enough positivity – enjoyable 
feelings – from that relationship to 
or many of us, one of the best things about being a woman is the joy of female friendships 
– relationships that are comforting, nurturing, complex and profound. There are few things 
better than enjoying a day or night with your closest female friends, bonding over the joys 
and heartaches of life, but what happens when it’s less Sex and the City and more Mean Girls?
Honesty is necessary in any relationship, and friendships are no exception. However, it’s 
when the honesty becomes relentlesscritique of everything you do that the relationship 
becomes toxic. You fi nd yourself unable to talk to your friend because you’re afraid that 
they’ll point out all your wrongdoings instead of giving their support.
Toxic friendships can be detrimental to your health. A toxic friend is someone who is 
stressful to be around. They’re in continuous rivalry with you; they try to change you; they are 
unreliable, combative, or expect too much from you. These behaviours can cause your stress 
and anxiety to rise to critical levels and can have signifi cant consequences to your peace of 
mind and ability to socialise with others. Toxic friends can also damage your self-esteem. 
The more time you spend with negative and abusive friends, the more likely your sense of 
self will feel compromised. (You feel worse about yourself during and after your interaction, 
even a memory of them can bring you down.) What keeps even some of the smartest and 
nicest adults looped into these toxic friendships is falling prey to what this friend can be or 
has been in the past (which may have been fantastic) but is no longer the reality.
Friendships are made by choice, and you shouldn’t feel obligated to remain friends with 
someone just because of the amount of time you’ve been friends. At some point, you need 
to evaluate the situation and determine whether they are doing you more harm than good.
We asked friendship guru Shasta Nelson, writer of Frientimacy: How to Deepen Friendships 
for Lifelong Health and Happiness (Basic Books; R235 ), the important questions.
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make it worth the negative. Science 
shows that we need a positivity-
negativity ratio of 5:1 to keep our 
relationships healthy. Which means 
we need to either fi gure out a way 
to decrease the negativity (set a 
boundary, express our feelings, ask 
for what we need, apologise, practice 
forgiveness) or we need to increase 
the positive (invoke mutual gratitude, 
more laughter, schedule more fun 
time together).
How do you repair a broken friendship?
My general rule is that the more 
you’ve invested in a friendship 
(shared history, time spent together, 
love expressed) the more you should 
attempt to repair the friendship. 
More often than not, if we can show 
up with curiosity, kindness and 
clarity, there’s a chance that we can 
not only save the friendship but 
strengthen it and make it more 
trustworthy than before. Part of 
feeling safe with each other is having 
the confi dence that we can go through 
disappointments, frustrations and 
negotiations, and still love each other 
on the other side. If we walk away 
before that every time, we will only 
exacerbate our loneliness as we’ll 
rarely reach frientimacy with 
someone.
They’re not happy
for your successes.
They covertly put
you down – making
micro-aggressive
comments.
They exhaust
you emotionally.
They’re there for
you during the
good times but
never the bad.
They’re not
emotionally
responsive,
validating or
helpful.
They don’t stand
up for you.
They are quick to
point out your �aws.
They’re too busy
for everything
and anything.
They continuously
break your trust.
They pressure you
into doing things
you aren’t
comfortable with,
and make you feel 
inadequate when 
you refuse. 
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Five women recall the overwhelming surprise, joy 
and anxiety of becoming a mother for the first time.
Tatum and son Christian 
Words by TaTum KeshWar, sharon sTone, roxy Burger, 
sarah harris, Diane von FursTenBerg
Tatum Keshwar 
Model and psychologist
We were on a family trip to Dubai and I was 
feeling a little weak, but I also had this warm, 
fuzzy feeling that would come over my belly 
from time to time. I knew that I felt different, so 
when I got back to SA I took a pregnancy test. 
I was overjoyed when I found out that we were 
having a baby. I always knew that I wanted to be 
a mom. I’ve always had a strong maternal pull. 
When I was younger, I exercised this on my little 
sister in a way that a cautious sibling does.
When I became pregnant, I knew that I was 
in a place that I wanted to be: I had always 
said that I wanted to be physically, financially 
and emotionally fit before becoming pregnant 
– and I’m happy to say that’s where I was. I was 
in the best shape of my life, financially stable, 
emotionally strong and in a loving partnership. 
It felt organic.
Sometimes I would burst into tears and tell 
my husband, Warren, “Oh my goodness, I’m 
going to be a mother!” I’m not certain 
if it was the pregnancy hormones or me 
processing it all, but the anticipation of 
experiencing something so wonderful 
and miraculous was exciting. And that’s 
precisely how every day of this journey 
feels, even the tiring or testing days. It 
may be all new and uncharted territory, 
but becoming a parent feels so natural 
and organic to me. I’ve grown from 
it. I’m more self-aware, operating on 
a different level of consciousness. I’ve 
realised a new depth in my capacity 
to love and be compassionate, and 
new heights of being understanding 
and patient – not just for my child, my 
partner and my family, but for 
everybody. This is by far the most 
exciting and fulfilling chapter of my 
life and my most favourite title.
Sharon Stone Actress and producer
I found out I was going to be a parent the day after I lost my 
child. It was 2000, and my then-husband and I had a series of 
devastating late-term miscarriages. On our final attempt to 
have a baby naturally, I had to go through painful surgery – and 
36 hours of labour – to deliver a stillborn. It was on our way 
home afterwards, one of the darkest moments of my life, that 
I got a call from an adoption lawyer: he had a client with a baby 
boy due in a few weeks. Would I be his mother?
Six weeks later, I listened over the phone to my son Roan 
(now 19) being born, in keeping with the terms of our closed 
adoption. From the moment I held him, I was in awe. I sat by his 
bassinet through the night to watch him sleep. Like most first-
time parents, I worried, but there was no need. Babies speak a 
language all mothers are instinctively fluent in, whether or not 
a child is biologically related to them. I immediately knew the 
difference between his various cries and what it was he wanted.
Just as remarkable was how much being a mother taught 
me about myself. Every detail in my life became a little more 
magical just because I was sharing it with him. I remember 
lifting him to a flower, and saying, “I can’t tell you how long 
I’ve waited for you to get here so that I could show you this.”
I’m now a single mother with three adopted sons, and it has 
been the great privilege of my life to raise them. When you 
adopt, you realise, any child could be your child, any person 
could be your relative. After that, you never see the world in 
the same way again. I share a connection with everyone on this 
planet. And that’s a miracle in and of itself. ➻
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“I’ve realised a new depth 
in my capacity to love 
and be compassionate”
ABOVE Sharon and sons Quinn, Laird 
and Roan; RIGHT Sharon and Roan
Roxy Burger TV presenter and blogger
Lesson one of motherhood: take your expectations and 
bury them. After 28 hours of being in labour and one 
epidural later, my daughter, Adrienne Zoey, was born, 
and it was single-handedly the best day of our lives. Later 
that evening, it became one of the toughest. At around 
11pm, we received some rather unsettling news. Her 
paediatrician, a little bewildered herself, told us that 
some test results from her cord blood were “a little off.” 
Actually, a lot off. Huh? Cord blood? What test? Sorry, 
what result? These were my initial reactions. Complete 
bewilderment. During my pregnancy, I had prided
myself in being extra informed. I’d ticked all the boxes,
dotted the i’s, crossed the t’s and even done the Kegels.
But what I’ve learnt since then is thatmotherhood
isn’t something you can prepare for. I had no idea that
some hospitals test for thyroid function at birth. They
tested blood from Adrienne’s umbilical cord and this
test revealed an irregularity in Adrienne’s cord blood.
She was born without a thyroid gland and was diagnosed
with congenital hypothyroidism (CH). If not picked up
in infancy, the consequences are severe and can cause
mental and physical disability. That last sentence is
all you need to send a new mom, filled to the brim with
raging birth hormones, over the edge. It devastated me.
I felt as if I failed the most important task I’ve ever had to
complete: to bring her into the world safely and healthily.
But – and this is a big but – we’re incredibly blessed. CH,
albeit very serious, is very easy to treat. The treatment
is so ironically simple for something so incredibly
important. Every day we give her a tiny little pill and
that’s that, end of story. The biggest oxymoron of my life.
The hardest part of this lesson I needed to learn is
that you can’t control everything. So let go, mama! Don’t
sweat the small stuff – you’re doing great! It’s not always
perfect but it will be magical, so take it all in.
Sarah Harris Deputy editor
To say I didn’t rush into motherhood is an understatement. 
Although I’m married for 14 years, I had my daughter, 
Dree, only 18 months ago, at the tail end of my 30s – a time 
when questions like, “Do you want children?” begin to dry 
up because the consensus is your ovaries probably have.
The truth is, I never particularly pined to be a parent; 
sure, I thought it might happen one day, but I was never 
in any hurry, mostly because the idea of pregnancy and 
delivery had always terrified me – for unexplained reasons, 
I’m always the person everyone tells their labour horror 
story to. And then I was pregnant. (As it turned out, I 
was fortunate to have an incredibly easy pregnancy, only 
really feeling or looking pregnant in the last eight weeks, 
while a planned caesarean – which I highly recommend 
– soon scuppered crippling labour fears.) I didn’t read 
one pregnancy book, download a trimester app, change my 
diet or attend a single class. I went about my life as usual 
(just eating a lot more oranges, my only craving). 
And then she arrived, my instant best friend, all 3.8kg 
of her, and life as I knew it ceased to exist. Well, not 
entirely. Yes, spontaneity flies out of the window – I’ve had 
to get to grips with schedules – but it changes as much as 
you want it to. I still work (after seven months’ maternity 
leave wearing nothing fancier than a tracksuit, I came back 
to a promotion); I still travel for the twice-yearly ready-
to-wear fashion collections. Dree sometimes comes with 
me, if only for a weekend.
But it’s a small price to pay to discover that your 
favourite scent in the world is that of your newborn’s 
wispy, super soft hair. She’s exhausting. It’s exhausting. 
But an hour after she goes to bed when I have a longed-for 
moment of freedom, I always feel like waking her up again, 
just so we can hang out more.
Sarah and 
daughter Dree
Roxy and daughter Adrienne
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Diane von Furstenberg
Fashion designer
When I became pregnant with my first child at
22, I had no idea how to be a mother. I simply
became one. I had just become engaged to Prince
Egon von Furstenberg, the greatest catch in
Europe at the time. I put on the diamond ring
and thought, ‘How wonderful!’ without believing
we were going to get married any time soon.
I did, however, spend the night with him.
I remember telling him I would give him a son.
I meant it to be seductive; instead, it turned
out to be prophetic.
A few weeks later, I fainted in the Piazza San
Babila in Milan. I was pregnant. I ran home to
my mother in a panic and said, “Everybody will
say I did it on purpose.” She told me to relax and
tell Egon. So, I sent him a telegram. He replied,
“Organise marriage in Paris July 15.” It was May.
I was furious. How dare he tell me what to do?
In the next few months, I organised a wedding
and made plans to move to New York with my 
future husband. I worried that motherhood would 
keep me from starting the business I had dreamt 
of, but in fact being pregnant forced me to 
concentrate on my goals. By the time Alexander 
(now 49) was born, I had effectively launched my 
brand. Along the way, I spoke constantly to the little 
person in my belly about what was going on and 
when I gave birth, he felt like an old confidant. My 
daughter, Tatiana (now 48), followed a year later. 
There’s a photograph of me, Egon and the 
children back then and our combined ages were less 
than 50. But these little people had come out of me 
so we became friends, and we’ve been friends ever 
since. Your children are an extension of yourself. 
All you can do is love them no matter what. 
“Your children are an extension 
of yourself. All you can do is 
love them no matter what”
FROM ABOVE 
Diane and 
daughter Princess 
Tatiana and son 
Prince Alexander
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TRENDING
How to
CBD
speak
It’s in co� ee, face creams 
and even lube. It’s 
cannabidiol, but what 
exactly is it, and what to 
make of the claims?
CANNABIDIOL
NOUN, KAN-EH-BUH-DIE-EL
This compound, known as CBD, is 
derived from the cannabis plant. CBD 
has been shown to help shield the 
body from oxidative stress (which can 
cause cell damage and disease). 
Anecdotally, some claim it’s anti-
infl ammatory and can help relieve 
anxiety and pain. Though more 
controlled studies are necessary 
before the public can be advised on 
how CBD can be used successfully, 
says Dr Dustin Lee, an assistant 
professor in psychiatry and 
behavioural sciences. According to 
Business Insider South Africa, CBD 
was removed from South Africa’s list 
of highly controlled drugs last May. 
Until May 2020, you can buy it from 
anyone, not just pharmacists, and you 
don’t need a prescription.
PSYCHOACTIVE
ADJECTIVE, SIGH-KO-AK-TIV
When a CBD product contains more 
than 0.3% of THC (delta-9-tetrahydro-
cannabinol), it’s considered mind-
altering. Seeing ‘psychoactive’ (or 
‘THC’) on a label means you might 
get high. Be careful of how much of 
it you’re ingesting.
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Words by CoTTon CoDinha
HEMP
NOUN, HEMP
Refers to a strain of the cannabis 
sativa plant and its fi bres, which were 
originally used to make fabrics. Hemp 
is now bred with higher amounts of 
CBD. Slightly confusing fact: CBD 
derived from hemp and marijuana is 
identical. Unless the product contains 
THC, it’s not psychoactive.
TERPENES
NOUN, TUR-PEENS
These compounds give cannabis 
plants their fl avour and aroma. Two 
common ones? “Limonene has an 
uplifting, citrus fl avour, and myrcene 
is mind-relaxing and has a clove-y 
scent,” says Grant Rogers, a brand 
manager at Extract Labs, a hemp-
derived CBD company. Think of it like 
the subtleties of wine, adds Sally 
Nichols, the president of Bloom 
Farms CBD. Still, Dr Lee urges 
consumers to take the mood-altering 
claims with a pinch of salt. “The 
research we have with terpenes, and 
most of CBD, doesn’t match the 
marketing claims,” says Dr Lee, citing 
the lack of well-controlled studies.
FULL SPECTRUM
ADJECTIVE, FULL SPEK-TREM
Refers to a CBD product that contains 
all elements of the cannabis plant, 
including up to 0.3% THC.
BROAD SPECTRUM
ADJECTIVE, BROAD SPEK-TREM
This CBD product contains every 
element of the cannabis plant (all 
terpenes and cannabinoids) except 
THC.
BIOAVAILABILITY
NOUN, BY-OH-AH-VALE-
AH-BILL-AH-TEE
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“Most of the research is preclinical. 
We need controlled studies before 
we can advise the publicon how 
CBD can be used successfully”
How fast CBD enters the bloodstream 
to take e� ect. Smoking and vaping 
are the most immediate because 
CBD goes into your lungs, says Grant. 
Holding a tincture under the tongue 
for absorption takes about 10 minutes. 
A soft gel capsule or sweet ingested 
orally can take up to several hours 
because it has to work through your 
digestive system; your response time 
can be lengthened by how much food 
you’ve eaten.
ORGANIC
ADJECTIVE, OR-GAN-IK
It’s crucial to look for organic 
certifi cations in hemp-derived CBD 
because hemp absorbs everything in 
its surrounding soil (including heavy 
metals or pesticides). “All the sources 
in your product should have organic 
certifi cations on the label or website,” 
says Sally. “You can also look for 
‘organically grown.’”
CERTIFICATE OF 
ANALYSIS (COA)
NOUN, SIR-TIFF-IK-ET 
OF AN-AL-UH-SUSS
Any reputable CBD product should 
have one done by a third-party lab. 
Find the batch number on your 
product (usually on the bottom or 
side), and check the brand’s site for its 
COA report. Ensure the level of THC 
is under 0.3%. (Concentrations vary, 
but most readings hover between 
0.05% and 0.11%, well below 0.3%.) 
Heavy metals, pesticides and 
microbials should also be included; 
look for ‘ND’ (‘not detected’). 
WHERE TO BUY THIS 
TRENDING PRODUCT
> CAPE TOWN
GOODLEAF 
37 Buitenkant St, Tiny 
Empire, Zonnebloem
021 286 9055
> JOBURG
CBDSHOP
Cnr of Grayston Dr and 
Benmore Rd, Benmore 
Shopping Centre, 
Benmore Gardens
060 070 2607
> DURBAN
THE HOLISTIC RELEAF 
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
68 Adelaide Tambo Dr, 
Durban North
081 441 6701
THE WORLD HEALTH 
ORGANISATION (WHO) HAS 
RELEASED A CRITICAL 
REPORT ON CBD OIL. FOR 
MORE INFORMATION, 
VISIT WHO.INTP
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Urban Moyo
24 Central, 6 Gwen Ln 
and Fredman Dr, Sandton 
011 326 5523 
Experience a new take on live-
fire cooking at Moyo, with its 
broad menu of flavours that 
still stay true to African roots. 
The smoked bone marrow 
(R69) and turmeric yoghurt-
marinated chicken (R149) is 
a must-try. Top it off with their 
cocktails (R95 each), all 
presented with an artistic flair. 
ZIo La FaMIgLIa 
Jan Smuts Ave, Dunkeld 
West 010 110 0293
Zio La Famiglia is a little gem 
of a restaurant, situated in 
the heart of upmarket Hyde 
Park. The space is warm and 
welcoming, and caters for 
both al fresco and indoor 
diners. Enjoy something 
light, like the salmon ceviche 
(R95), or go for the kingklip 
(R245). And don’t leave 
without trying the flagship 
almond-and-pear cake (R75). W
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DassLer’s 
87 De Korte St, 
braamfontein 072 395 4454
This café in Braamfontein is 
named after Puma’s founder 
Rudi Dassler and has made 
the brand’s concept sneaker 
store even cooler. Immerse 
yourself in the full Dassler’s 
experience by going for 
Dylan’s grilled cheese (R990). 
Why the hefty price tag? A 
mini bottle of champagne 
accompanies the gold-leaf 
sandwich, as well as a pair of 
Puma sneakers!
Cape Town
gÅte
7600 Knorhoek rd, 
Quoin rock, Stellenbosch 
021 888 4740
For a luxurious food and wine 
affair, head to the Quoin Rock 
Wine Estate, situated on the 
Simonsberg slopes. The Day-
time Experience (R800 for six 
courses) and the Dining 
Experience (R1 000 for seven 
courses) include dishes made 
from the finest ingredients at 
the estate.
no FIxeD aDDress
242 Sir Lowry rd, Good 
Market, Woodstock 
nofixedaddresscatering.com
Following his successful career 
in Vancouver, owner Steve 
Duke decided it was time to 
open NFA in his home town of 
Cape Town. With delicious and 
flavourful dishes, like the crispy 
Japanese fried chicken with 
sesame noodle salad (R99), 
fish-of-the-day tacos (R90) and 
curry of the week (POR), you 
won’t leave disappointed.
JUnIor
12-16 Kloof Nek rd, 
Gardens 021 422 2968
The days are longer and 
warmer, and the nights out 
on the town are in full swing. 
Satisfy that late-night hunger 
pang with a quick stop at 
Junior for your fast-food 
fix. Go for the cheeseburger 
(R47) or chicken sandwich 
(R43). For a little extra kick, 
the creamy Oreo milkshake 
(R38) is a must.
Durban
9th avenUe WatersIDe
2 Maritime Pl, Harbour
031 940 4628
With panoramic views of 
Durban Harbour, 9th Avenue 
has firmly established itself 
as one of the best fine-dining 
eateries in Durban. To start, 
the fresh Saldanha Bay 
mussels paired with fennel 
and orange segments is a 
flavour combo that will blow 
your mind (R125). The 
generous portion of grilled 
queen prawns is cooked to 
perfection (R295). All the 
dessert options come highly 
recommended, but we’ll be 
returning for the gin and 
tonic sorbet and meringue 
delight (R80).
KaLaMata
5 Mackeurtan Ave, Durban 
North 082 387 3927
This family-run spot is just 
the place you need to kick-off 
your Friday night, offering 
traditional Greek music, 
dancing and plate breaking. 
There’s a wide selection of 
meze to suit a variety of 
tastes. The calamari (R80) 
stood out, as well as the 
grilled halloumi (R40). The 
charcoal-grilled lamb chops 
(R180) and pork neck (R100) 
are skewered and the flavours 
are mouth-watering. 
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Groundcover Farm, 
Curry’s Post, Midlands 
071 356 3221
Head out and enjoy your 
Midlands Meander with 
some warm, friendly service, 
delicious food and breath-
taking views of the KZN 
Midlands. Their warm 
Buddha bowl (R90) is a 
nutritious dish packed with 
seasonal veg and comes 
drizzled in their famous 
beetroot-hummus sauce. Try 
the burger parcel (R110), a 
bacon and wagyu beef patty 
wrapped in a butter roti.
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Hotel and Spa Christo Pretorius
knows how to impress a crowd.
Mussels, garlic
and parsley
ServeS 15
STeAmed muSSeLS
1kg Mussels, fresh, clean
500ml White wine
1 Garlic clove, cut in half
1 Lemongrass stalk
5 Star anise
1 Thumb of ginger, sliced
1 Red chilli, deseeded
and chopped
1 Whole fennel bulb, chopped
10g Pepper corns
10g Fenugreek
10g Fennel seeds
5 Bay leaves
muSSeL fiLLing
fOr pOTSTicKer
60ml Canola oil
100g Onion, julienned,
then diced
1 Garlic clove, crushed
1 Green chilli, deseeded
and chopped
10g Ginger, peeled
and chopped
10g Cured lemon, peeled
and chopped
100g Carrots, julienned,
then diced
100g Potatoes, peeled,
julienned, diced,
precooked
200g Mussel meat, chopped
20g Flat-leaf parsley,
chopped
20g Chives, chopped
60ml Fresh cream
10g Salt flakes
10g Black pepper, crushed
pOT STicKer dOugH
And fiLLing
½ Cup of flour
125ml Boiling water
200g Mussels, chopped
5g Sea salt
3g Black pepper
muSHi SAuce
200g White sugar
500ml Water
100ml Fish sauce
20g Garlic, chopped
20g Red chillies, deseeded
and chopped
30ml Rice wine vinegar
10g Salt flakes
pArSLey dreSSing
100g Parsley, chopped
40g Castor sugar
15ml Dijon mustard
100ml Mussel liquid (from
the cooked mussels)
100ml Rice wine vinegar
50ml Lemon juice
125ml Canola oil
red wine (fOr picKLing)
300ml Verjus
100ml Water
250ml Red wine
125ml Red wine vinegar
10g Lemongrass
10g Ginger
10g Garlic
2 Limes, zest and juice
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Christo Pretorius
A familiar face on the SA 
culinary scene, Christo has 
loved food since he was a small 
boy, growing up in Vryheid, 
KwaZulu-Natal.
30ml Castor sugar
SweeT-And-SOur red 
OniOn SHeLLS
600g Baby onions, peeled, 
cut in half and shelled
250ml Red Wine, for pickling
5g Sea salt
2g White pepper
1 Vacuum bag, medium
muSSeL cOnSOmmé
250g Mussel shells
250mlMussel liquid, 
from steaming
15ml Canola oil
50g Onion, julienned, 
then diced
50g Leeks, julienned, 
then diced
50g Celery, julienned, 
then diced
50g Fennel stems
10g Garlic, whole
10g Lemongrass
10g Ginger, fresh
1 Red chilli
60ml Sake wine
60ml Mirin vinegar
60ml Soya sauce
2L Water
Steamed mussels
> Clean mussels, discarding 
those that are open.
> Combine all ingredients in 
a medium-size pot and bring 
to the boil.
> Let liquid boil for 10 minutes 
to intensify the flavour.
> Add mussels to a colander, 
steaming a little at a time, to 
ensure they open.
> To keep mussels intact, 
carefully remove them from 
their shells.
> Retain the liquid for the 
consommé.
Mussel filling 
for pot sticker
> Sauté onions, garlic, chilli, 
ginger and lemon peel, 
until soft and caramelised. 
Season as you go.
> Add the carrots and 
precooked potatoes to the 
onion mixture. Season again.
> Add mussel meat, herbs 
and cream. Reduce until 
smooth.
Potsticker dough 
and filling
> Mix flour with hot water 
until it forms a dough.
> Knead dough for five to 
eight minutes until smooth.
> Roll dough through a pasta 
machine (to number four). 
Cut into circles with a cookie 
cutter.
> Mix shredded meat with jus 
and herbs. Season again.
> Place mixture in the middle 
of the circle and fold, as 
if making tortellini. Pinch 
edges to make it look like a 
Chinese potsticker.
> Blanch potsticker in salted, 
boiling water and refresh in 
ice-cold water.
> Before serving, blanch 
again and then pan fry until 
golden brown.
Mushi sauce
> Combine all ingredients in 
a saucepan and bring to the 
boil.
> Once boiling, remove from 
stove and set aside to cool.
> As soon as the liquid has 
cooled, blend in a food 
processor or blender for 
three minutes.
Parsley dressing
> Chop parsley and add to 
food processor.
> Add sugar, mustard, mussel 
liquid, rice wine vinegar and 
lemon juice. Blend for five 
minutes on speed six.
> After five minutes, add oil 
and blend on speed three for 
five minutes.
> Transfer to a clean squeezy 
bottle, ready for serving.
red wine 
(for pickling)
> Bring the pickling liquid 
to the boil in a small pot 
over medium heat, with all 
ingredients, and let it infuse 
for 30 minutes. Let cool.
> Pour pickle into a jar or 
container, add pickling liquid 
and set aside.
Sweet-and-sour 
red onion shells
> Place onions in a vacuum 
bag with warm pickling 
liquid, compress and seal.
> Remove before serving.
Mussel consommé
> Heat oil in medium pot, on 
medium heat.
> Add mussel off-cuts and 
cook until a crust is formed 
and mussel has caramelised.
> Add all vegetables and half 
the wine, then reduce.
> Add soya sauce, mirin and 
Asian aromatics, then cover 
with water. Cook for one 
hour.
> For a clear consommé, 
strain through a double layer 
of cheesecloth.
For more information, visit 
12apostleshotel.com 
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ZULEIKA DOBSON by Max 
Beerbohm (Random House; R442)
In 1911, the gorgeous conjurer Zuleika arrives in 
Oxford to visit her grandfather, the warden of 
(the fi ctional) Judas College, at a time when the 
university was essentially all-male. The entire 
student body promptly falls in love with her, and 
comedy (or tragedy, depending on how you see 
it) ensues. Among her admirers is the dreamy 
but aloof Duke of Dorset, a Knight of the Garter 
and all-round golden boy, whose response to her 
rejection has unexpected consequences.
THE IDIOT by Elif Batuman 
(Vintage Publishing; R200)
The Idiot is a warm and funny account 
of an all-consuming crush. Set in the 
’90s, Elif’s fi rst novel is about Selin, 
a Turkish student at Harvard, who falls 
in love with a Hungarian student, Ivan, 
through their contemplative email 
correspondence. But the book is also 
about Selin’s love a� air with language 
– Russian, Hungarian, English – and how 
it both captivates her and lets her down, 
just like the distant Ivan. It’s semi-
autobiographical – Elif went to Harvard 
at the same time as her heroine, and the 
two share a love of Russian literature.
DEATH IN VENICE by Thomas 
Mann (Harper Collins; R346)
Gustav, a well-respected author, 
becomes obsessed with a young 
Polish boy staying in the same hotel 
as him, sinking deeper and deeper 
into intoxication and mania at the 
same time as disease creeps through 
the city of Venice. There are some 
big Nietzschean themes going on 
here, but beyond the layers of 
philosophy and myth is a profound 
and disturbing psychological 
portrait of a man ruined by passion.
BASSIE: MY JOURNEY 
OF HOPE by Basetsana 
Kumalo (Penguin; R320)
Since being crowned Miss SA 
1994, Basetsana has become 
everything from the fi rst black 
Top Billing presenter to one of 
SA’s top media powerhouses. In 
her intimate and very candid 
autobiography, she shares never-
before-seen photos, her secrets 
to a successful TV and business 
career, and a look into her high-
profi le marriage to Romeo.
HOUSE OF STONE by Novuyo 
Rosa Tshuma (Penguin; R295)
During the chaos of the fall of 
Rhodesia, Abed and Agnes’ son 
disappears. Their only hope of 
fi nding him is Zamani, a quiet, well-
read lodger who has been trying 
(desperately) to integrate himself 
into the family for years. A witty and 
dark tale of the turbulent rise of 
Zimbabwe and the people trying to 
fi nd a place in its future.
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The newest addition to the Lexus
collection, the UX (Urban + X-over),
is designed with the modern urban
explorer in mind – younger buyers who
seek new and exciting experiences that
are also relevant to their lifestyles. It’s a
new take on luxury driving that has SUV
compact crossover capabilities.
“Lexus wanted to offer a car with
nimble performance that’s simple to
manoeuvre, which makes it as easy to
drive as a sedan,” says chief engineer
Chika Kako, who happens to be a woman.
A palette of 13 exterior colours
accentuates the UX’s stunning lines. Our
favourite is Celestial Blue, a solid blue that
has glass flakes that sparkle in the sunlight.
Typical of Lexus, the UX offers a
quiet driving experience, thanks to a high-
strength structure and optimal placement
of specially designed sound-absorbing and
insulating materials throughout the body.
The UX has eight-way power-adjustable
(F Sport and Hybrid) front seats, the
latter with adjustable lumbar support.
Lexus luxury extends throughout the 
UX cabin. Lexus Climate Concierge, as 
used in other Lexus models, automatically 
links heating and cooling airflow with the 
heated and ventilated seats to optimise 
interior temperature comfort. A headliner 
design eliminates distracting shadows at 
the windshield header, as well as control 
switches with a signature ‘Lexus feel’. 
Chika’s less-is-more approach makes 
the interior feel more inviting and 
accessible. Optional leather upholstery is 
inspired by sashiko, a customary Japanese 
quilting technique used to make judo and 
kendo martial arts uniforms.
The UX instrument panel design 
combines unique Lexus traits and 
intuitive technology. An 18cm TFT LCD 
metre digitally creates realistic, analogue 
gauges in a three-dimensional space.
The Lexus Remote Touch Interface 
(RTI), with haptic feedback in the 2019 
UX, is designed to feel as familiar to 
use as a smartphone. The RTI utilises 
intuitive operations, such as double-
tapping and flicking, to mimic common 
phone gestures. How cool is that? W
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Renowned TV presenter, media 
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SABC’s Morning Live, Leanne 
Manas reveals the fi ve women who 
have shaped and inspired her.
T H E W O M E N 
W H O M A D E M E
GABRIELLA MENELAOU
This little girl has given me life! I look 
at her and I’m fi lled with love and 
pride that I never would have thought 
possible. My daughter has shown me a 
part of myself I didn’t realise existed. 
I’ve always been very private with 
my  emotions and a� ections, but this 
little angel has taught me how to love 
intensely and show those emotions. 
She’s made me want to make this 
world a better place for her in 
whatever way I can.
OPRAH WINFREY
Being in media and broadcasting, 
Oprah has consistently been an icon 
that I’ve looked up to. I always loved 
watching how real she was – she never 
pretended to be anybody she wasn’t. 
I can relate to that. I’ve portrayed 
myself in my career as Leanne and 
no one else. The person you see on air 
is the same person o� air.
MAYA ANGELOU
Every time I read or listen to Maya 
Angelou’s spoken word, I feel like she’s 
speaking to my soul. I’ve read her 
books, poetry, essays and plays, and 
I’m enthralled by her wisdom each 
time. She forces you to be aware of your 
blind spots and makes you question 
what you believe is right about yourself.
SELMA SHEHAB
My great-grandmother is a woman 
I hold in the highest regard.She left 
Lebanon in pursuit of a better life with 
two young children in her arms and 
pregnant with my gran. She went on 
this journey by herself, arrived in 
South Africa knowing one person and 
built an amazing life for her family. 
She had such strength, and was an 
example of how, as a woman, you can 
defy all the odds stacked against you.
VIDA MANAS
My mom is the defi nition of a lady. 
She turns heads and carries herself 
with such grace – a wonderful example 
to look up to growing up. My mother 
was also the person who saw in me 
something I did not: the ability to use 
my voice. I was shy growing up, but 
my mom made me go to speech and 
drama lessons my whole life, which 
ultimately gave me the confi dence 
to stand on stages locally and 
internationally, and address millions 
of people on TV daily.