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

REBEL WITH A CAUSE

THIS MONTH ON GLAMOUR.CO.ZA • FOR MORE FRESH, NEW CONTENT, VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR YOUR DAILY FASHION AND BEAUTY FIX, THE LATEST TRENDS AND TOPICAL WOMEN’S ISSUES.

#LOOK • A FASHION FOCUS

GRAB AND GO • Low on effort but high on impact, these streamlined pieces will put a bold stamp on daytime dressing without even trying.

BOILING POINT • Your answer to the all-too-famous question: what should I wear?

POWER PLAY • The future of workwear fashion is bright – literally. Make the pantsuit (in eye-popping shades) the star of the show.

SOLE SEARCHING • What’s greater: skyscraper heels in glowing colours or chunky flats that flex your street smarts? We’re calling it a tie.

WHAT’S ON OUR FASHION RADAR? • In the mood for change? Our radar has us focused on true beauty with no boundaries this month – and forever.

How fashion got funny • The joke’s on us – literally – as designers put their tongues firmly in cheek.

BUSY SIGNALS • Cut a striking figure with a mix of clashing prints, colours and all-over patterns.

frill seekers • Models Rianne van Rompaey and Adwoa Aboah ruffle into the new season in the most flouncy pieces. Flirty hems, soft textures and candy-hued shades add up to a fresh take on frills.

GET THE LOOK • From easy, breathable fabrics to out-loud prints, learn how to mix and match your prints and textures in a way that suits both your style and personality.

PANAFRICAN FASHION featuring Nicholas Coutts • After working with a string of some of SA’s top designers, stylists and creative directors, designer Nicholas Coutts has since participated in Design Indaba’s Emerging Creatives programme, showcased at AFI Cape Town Fashion Week and produced a range of interiors for The Guild Group. Here, he talks staying true to yourself and his future collection.

#FEEL • BEAUTY, INSIDE & OUT

SOCIAL DISRUPTORS • In need of some seriously cool beauty inspo? Instead of scrolling through your Insta for hours, here’s nine local beauty influencers to follow right now.

WHAT’S ON OUR BEAUTY RADAR?

The 25 best hair tips of all time • If there’s anyone who really knows little sneaky-yet-genius hair tricks for bouncier waves, secure updos and springier curls, it’s these pro hairstylists.

REBEL REBEL • Calling all rule breakers – take your cue from retro ’80s and ’90s street-style edge.

THE FUTURE OF BEAUTY • Anti-ageing laser showers, print-your-own blusher and topical Botox will soon be winging their way to your virtual shopping cart. We look at the beauty predictions shaping the way we look, here.

FANTASY F ACE CREAMS • We asked Kinvara Balfour, trend hunter and director of multiple tech start-ups, how her future self will buy face cream in 2028.

Q & A • With a portfolio of leading hair brands like Sta-Sof-Fro, AMKA Products brand manager Lerato Selepe shares the hair dye advice you need to achieve salon-worthy results.

hot tips • From leopard print to 3D and crystals, nail your look with the most Instragrammable manis in town.

MAKE UP MOVES • She’s collaborated with Nicki Minaj, NYX Cosmetics and Maybelline, and her 1.2 million YouTube subscribers will agree: makeup artist Aaliyah Jay makes beautiful moves. Here, she shares the steps to her success.

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