Thulisile Phongolo brought a fitted black gown to the DJ booth, giving her latest performance look a more dressed-up feel without adding unnecessary details.

The long-sleeved gown has a square neckline and a close fit through the bodice, waist and hips before falling to the floor. The black colour keeps the look simple, while the neckline adds interest to the otherwise covered design. The designer of the gown has not been confirmed.

Photo – Instagram/@Thulisile Phongolo

She paired the gown with strappy metallic heels, which were visible beneath the floor-length hem. A delicate black pendant necklace sat at her neckline, while she wore a slim wrist accessory.

For the DJ booth, Phongolo wore black over-ear headphones across her head as she worked the decks. The headphones added a functional element to the outfit while fitting naturally with the all-black look.

Photo – Instagram/@Thulisile Phongolo

Her hair was styled in a high bun, with reddish-brown strands and a full fringe framing her face. A few loose pieces were left around the sides, softening the updo.

Her makeup included defined brows, eyeliner, full lashes, softly contoured cheeks and a nude lip. The neutral finish worked with the black gown without introducing another strong colour.

Photo – Instagram/@Thulisile Phongolo

The look is in keeping with Phongolo’s preference for fitted, feminine pieces. She has previously stepped out in more elaborate designs, including a Maryzo Designs gown, as well as casual combinations such as a Versace denim jacket with black trousers. Her wardrobe regularly moves between glamorous occasionwear and simpler fitted looks, and this DJ appearance sits comfortably between the two.

This time, however, the setting was different. The same kind of fitted black gown that could work for an evening event also made sense at the decks, where Phongolo has built a second career alongside her work as an actress and television personality.

‎Siyanda Bani stepped out in a powder-blue tiered dress that puts a fresh spin on a familiar feminine shape. The dress has a fitted bodice with a sweetheart neckline and halter straps, along with a narrow cut-out at the waist. From there, the skirt opens into several gathered tiers, creating a full midi-length shape.

Photo: Instagram/@Siyanda Bani

The powder-blue colour gives the dress a soft look, while the construction keeps the outfit structured. The textured fabric is visible across the bodice and skirt, adding interest to the otherwise plain colour. The fitted waist also creates a clear contrast with the fuller skirt, making the tiered construction the defining feature of the outfit.

Bani paired the dress with gold accessories, keeping the rest of the look focused on warm metallic details. She carried a small rounded gold clutch and wore pointed-toe gold heels with slim ankle straps. The shoes extend the metallic detail down to the feet without introducing another colour into the outfit.

Photo: Instagram/@Siyanda Bani

Her jewellery included gold earrings, a delicate necklace, bracelets, rings and a chunky gold-toned watch. She also added oversized sunglasses with amber-tinted lenses, giving the daytime outfit a stronger finish.

For beauty, Bani wore her long black hair straight and loose, with a neat centre part. Her makeup included defined eyes, glossy nude-toned lips and a warm complexion. The simple beauty look allowed the dress, sunglasses and gold accessories to remain the main focus.

Photo: Instagram/@Siyanda Bani

The look also fits with Bani’s history of wearing feminine shapes and soft colours. She has previously worn a pastel-pink tulle dress, showing an earlier take on the voluminous dress trend. This time, she takes the same interest in volume in a different direction, using a powder-blue colour, a fitted waist and layered tiers to give the classic dress shape a more structured look.

Faith Nketsi has made a case for wide-leg trousers in a look that balances a voluminous bottom half with a fitted cropped top.

The South African media personality wore high-waisted, wide-leg trousers in a deep chocolate-brown shade. The trousers feature pleats at the waist and fall loosely through the legs, creating a long, relaxed shape. Their high waist also sits neatly against the cropped top.

Photo: Instagram/@Faith Nketsi

She paired the trousers with a black sleeveless crop top featuring a high, folded neckline. The top is fitted through the upper body and ends above the waist, leaving a narrow section of midriff exposed. The combination of the cropped length and high-waisted trousers gives the outfit a clear break between the two pieces.

Photo: Instagram/@Faith Nketsi

Nketsi kept her accessories simple. She carried a small black quilted handbag with a short handle and gold chain detail, while black strappy heeled sandals completed the outfit. Slim bracelets and small earrings added jewellery without taking attention away from the clothes.

Her beauty look was just as pared back. Nketsi wore her dark hair pulled into a neat bun, while narrow black sunglasses framed her face. Her makeup featured defined brows, subtle eye makeup and a neutral lip.

Photo: Instagram/@Faith Nketsi

The outfit works because the wide trousers are balanced by the cropped, fitted top. The brown and black combination also keeps the look restrained, allowing the shape of the trousers and the neckline of the top to stand out.

The look fits comfortably with Nketsi’s approach to fashion, where fitted pieces, tailored separates and statement shapes regularly feature. She has also worn coordinated sets and wide-leg styles before, making this latest outfit another example of her preference for trousers that give a polished finish without relying on a dress.