Fashion
How Bonang Matheba Stole the Spotlight in a Custom White Dress
With Bonang Matheba, every outfit feels like confidence on display. She has a way of choosing looks that speak just as loudly as her words, and her custom white ensemble at the JSE Women Summit 2025 event was the perfect example. On stage as a keynote speaker, Bonang carried the room with her presence,her custom white ensemble wasn’t just clothing, it became part of the story she was telling about women, investment, and self-worth.
Designed by South African designer CHATS by C.DAM, the gown was designed with deliberate attention to every detail, The top was fitted neatly with a covered neckline that kept things refined, leaning away from excess and focusing on elegance. Below the waist, the fabric softened and flowed into a long, easy drape that skimmed the floor, adding movement and femininity. Over the gown, Bonang layered a long, structured coat in the same white shade. The coat sharpened the outfit’s outline, balancing the softness of the skirt with strong tailoring at the shoulders. Together, the two pieces created a striking silhouette that felt both modern and timeless.

Bonang Matheba in a Custom White dress
Her styling choices pushed the look even further. She avoided oversized statement jewelry, proving again that sometimes less makes the boldest impression. A pair of simple silver earrings framed her face without distracting from the gown. Everything came together with a short bob, straight and tucked just enough to show off her earrings, and clean makeup that highlighted her natural glow. The whole effect was refined, yet natural.
This look stood out perfectly because it wasn’t just all about the design, it was also the meaning it carried. The all-white palette gave Bonang a commanding presence under the lights, pulling the audience’s focus toward her words. At the same time, the mix of sharp tailoring in the coat with the soft drape of the skirt became a visual metaphor for her message, power and grace existing side by side.

Bonang Matheba
For an event dedicated to women’s leadership, her look couldn’t have been more fitting. It mirrored her advice about investing in yourself and in your community. Bonang showed that style, when worn with intention, can hold the same power as a speech, it tells its own story and leaves its own mark.
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Fashion
Tyla Goes Black and Silver at the NAACP Image Awards
At the 57th NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena, singer Tyla stepped onto the red carpet in a clean black-and-silver look built around simple lines and considered detailing.
The outfit centred on a fitted black slip dress with a scoop neckline and slim straps. The design stayed close to the body, allowing the cut and fabric surface to define the visual character without heavy embellishment or structural volume.

Tyla – Instagram
Her footwear provided the main accent. Crystal-embellished Rosalie Jewel sandals from Christian Louboutin added silver reflection against the matte black dress. The slim heel and transparent ankle strap kept the construction modern, while the crystal detailing introduced soft light variation under red-carpet lighting.
Jewellery followed the same direction, with silver-toned pieces selected to sit alongside the dress rather than dominate the styling.
Beauty choices remained understated. Hair was styled simply to keep the neckline and shoulder line open, while makeup focused on softly shaped skin, defined eyes and a natural finish that complemented the overall look.
The combination of matte black fabric and crystal elements created visual contrast, particularly in photographs where surface texture and light interaction became more noticeable.

Tyla – Instagram
At a global event celebrating Black excellence across film, television and music, Tyla’s appearance reflected her growing international presence while keeping styling focused and uncomplicated.
The black slip dress continues to function as a reliable red-carpet foundation, but paired with statement footwear and considered accessories, it delivered a contemporary and visually balanced result.
Fashion
Boity Thulo Owns the Gucci Primadona at the Zeitz MOCAA Gala
Boity Thulo attended the 2026 Zeitz MOCAA Gala in Cape Town wearing Gucci’s Primadona. The annual fundraiser, held during Cape Town Art Week, brings together artists, curators and patrons in support of the museum’s exhibitions and education programmes.
This year’s gala also paid tribute to the late curator Koyo Kouoh, recognising her contribution to the institution and to contemporary African art. In that context, Boity’s fashion choice was hard to miss for its clarity and confidence.

Boity Thulo – Instagram
She wore a Gucci Primadona look in the house’s signature monogram, styled as a flowing, floor-length cut with feather-trimmed cuffs and hem. The high neckline and relaxed drape created structure without restricting movement, while the neutral colour scheme kept the focus on shape and texture. She paired the look with pointed black heels, oversized sunglasses and a compact top-handle bag, keeping accessories controlled and deliberate.

Boity Thulo – Instagram
The Zeitz MOCAA Gala has grown into a multi-day programme that includes exhibition walkthroughs, collector gatherings and live performances, all aimed at raising funds for the museum’s curatorial and educational work. Hosted at the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa at the V&A Waterfront, the event remains one of Cape Town’s key cultural fixtures.

Boity Thulo – Instagram
Within that setting, Boity’s appearance aligned with the evening’s tone: formal, considered and grounded in contemporary African cultural life. The look balance luxury branding with control.
At a gala centred on art, philanthropy and institutional support, her choice of Gucci signalled global fashion awareness while remaining contextually appropriate for a South African cultural event.
Fashion
Faith Nketsi Shows the Lingerie Trend Isn’t Going Anywhere
South African media personality Faith Nketsi has sparked conversation around a lingerie-inspired outfit that reflects how intimate-style pieces are being styled in everyday fashion. The brown lace camisole top paired with tailored white trousers highlights how modern styling blends delicate fabric details with structured clothing. The outfit keeps styling simple, focusing on shape, fabric, and neat finishing.

Faith Nketsi – Instagram
Lingerie-inspired clothing has become more visible in streetwear, influencer styling, and runway presentations. The continued presence of lace bralettes, satin camisoles, and corset-style tops shows how pieces traditionally worn as inner layers are now being styled as outer fashion elements.
The brown lace top is worn with clean, structured trousers, creating a contrast between soft fabric detailing and sharp tailoring. The lace trim along the hem and neckline adds visual interest while keeping the overall appearance balanced. The combination pairs a lightweight, intimate-style top with more formal bottom wear.

Faith Nketsi – Instagram
Nketsi’s public fashion choices often attract discussion on social media, particularly because her wardrobe reflects current youth and influencer styling preferences in South Africa. The lingerie-inspired look fits within a wider preference for clothing that allows personal confidence to be expressed through close-fitting cuts and visible texture work.
Designers and stylists have increasingly mixed clothing categories, pairing elements usually associated with innerwear, evening wear, and casual dressing. The approach allows outfits to move easily between daytime and social settings. Nketsi’s styling follows this direction by presenting sensuality in a controlled and polished manner.

Faith Nketsi – Instagram
The outfit’s minimal styling keeps attention on fabric quality and cut rather than accessories or bold pattern work. The neutral colour combination supports a clean visual finish, while the lace detail provides subtle contrast. This type of styling reflects the current preference for straightforward, wearable fashion that still carries statement value.
Faith Nketsi’s appearance demonstrates that lingerie-inspired fashion remains visible in modern style choices. The look shows how intimate-style pieces can be styled for public wear without losing structure or everyday practicality.
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