If you had asked me a few years ago whether I’d ever consider celebrating Thanksgiving, I would have laughed and kept scrolling. As an African, the holiday didn’t exist anywhere in my world. It belonged to American sitcoms, Hallmark movies, and families who had autumn leaves in their backyards. We didn’t grow up thinking about turkey carving, gratitude lists, or…
A woman wearing an African Hairstyle – locs
If you’ve ever felt like your afro hair refuses to cooperate (no matter how many products promise miracles), you’re not alone. Because let’s be honest, every coil and curl tells a story, yet so many of us have spent years trying to “fix” what was never broken in the first place. Our hair is stunningly versatile, full of depth and…
They say if you find something you truly love, buy it in every colour. And honestly, I live by that rule. I’ve done it with shoes, jeans, and winter coats, and this autumn, I’ve done it again with the most flattering trench coat for autumn, a piece so perfect, I couldn’t resist getting it in two colours. There’s something about…
If you’ve been paying close attention to the designers shaping the future of African luxury fashion, then you already know the name Katungulu Mwendwa. You’ve seen her vision. You’ve felt her quiet confidence. Long before the mainstream caught on, Katungulu, the creative mind behind Katush, her Nairobi-based label, was already being hailed as one of the most distinctive voices redefining…
In a world where fashion often signals more than style, Meghan Markle’s Paris Fashion Week debut becomes a study in power, purpose, and personal alignment. This is a moment where elegance meets influence, and where a single outfit tells a story far beyond the runway. If 2025 is Meghan Markle’s freedom year, her surprise appearance at Meghan Markle Paris Fashion…
Autumn’s here, and nothing makes dressing for this unpredictable season easier than an autumn capsule wardrobe. Crisp mornings turn into sunny afternoons, and sudden chills can make outfit choices tricky. With the right pieces in your wardrobe, you’ll glide through the season feeling polished, confident, and effortlessly stylish. And to take your autumn capsule wardrobe even further, explore these key…
You all know by now I was in the Austrian Alps (again) this late summer (read about it here). Ans lwt mw tell you, early September in the mountains is unpredictable. One minute you’re hiking under a warm, sunny sky, the next you’re ducking into a café to escape a sudden downpour. That’s why knowing what to wear in the…
Sölden isn’t new to me. I had visited before in July, when the days felt summery, bright, and alive. Even then, there were pockets of rain, but the sun dominated, warming afternoon hikes and energising café terraces. Visiting Sölden in late August, however, was a completely different experience. We stayed for five nights and six days, and rain became the…
For decades, Vogue has been the benchmark of global fashion, shaping trends and telling stories that define style worldwide. As an African reader, I’ve admired its authority and creativity, yet our voices and stories rarely reach the centre. African designers, models, and creatives are redefining fashion on the ground and online, but the magazine often features us only in fleeting…