Thebe Magugu
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In a world rushing toward automation, one city’s cultural celebration reminds us that connection, spirit and story are still our most vital technologies
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Are celeb crossovers like Ivy Park and Yeezy so last year?
As sales of Kanye West’s Yeezy brand and Beyonce’s Ivy Park plummet, we ask if fashion collaborations are still desirable or have become a liability
South African Industry Fashion Awards are back
The awards return to celebrate fashion talents, muses and unsung heroes.
Objects of Desire: Collectible Collaborations
Just when you thought 2022’s collaborations were slowing down, the biggest brands are bringing some last minute bangers to our radars
Objects of Desire: Everyday homage
Whether an ode to iconic designs, hedonistic homages to ourselves, or creating tiny rituals everyday, these pieces are tastefully inspired
Making Fashion History
Thebe Magugu keeps making headlines. The source of his success his country’s history and his own
Thebe Magugu is reshaping stale ideas of African luxury
Thebe Magugu has mastered the nuances between old-guard Euro-centric fashion and the 21st century’s new wave of youthful designers, full of fabulous modernity
Magugu’s new collection challenges African fashion clichés
Mary Corrigall spoke to the celebrated South African designer on the release of the Heritage capsule collection.
Top 10 Fenty products you should own
After debuting her historically inclusive shade range, Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty finally launches in Africa today.
My life and Andre’s: How André Leon Talley paved the way for black voices in fashion
André Leon Talley injected much-needed intellectualism into fashion, inspiring others to find their feet
Designer Abloh opened the door for Africa fashion
Abloh, who died on Sunday, was the first major black designer to be recognised in an industry often criticised for its lack of diversity
Creatives morph to new world
Jobs and careers are changing rapidly and digital content creators are adapting
The fabric armourer: Thebe Magugu
“There are enough clothes in the world, so I think now it’s about making clothes that actually mean something to people."