Skip to main content

The revolution is here!!!


I was browsing through the latest issue of the South African Glamour Magazine and I actually noticed that the majority of the models that were featured in the publication were black models. This is a fact that is significant in an industry where representation has become a very sensitive topic. This change has come about after the appointment of Asanda Sizani as the editor in chief of the publication. This itself was groundbreaking as she is the first black editor of this particular international magazine.

Asanda Sizani is no stranger in the fashion media industry. The fashion revolutionary hails from the Eastern Cape and pursued her education in fashion at Cape Peninsula University of Technology.  The impressive credentials that are synonymous with her name have built her legacy within the South African media and fashion industry.

 I was specifically impressed by the manner that she changed everything about the magazine from the layout to the models that are featured in the magazine. It is incredibly rare to page through a fashion magazine whether local or international that is representative of every race.

The groundbreaking first issue under her direction

The inaugural cover under her leadership was groundbreaking on its own as it featured, for the first time, a local hip hop artist being Nadia Nakai alongside activist Thandi Hopa as well as herself. The monumental event of her being chosen as the editor of the magazine didn't deter her from realizing the responsibility that she now has as she has been quoted saying that she aims to inspire black and brown girls and boys. I for one can say that I am inspired and I look forward to purchasing every issue of Glamour Magazine from now on.

The October issue that made me stand up and take notice

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Roundup: ‘Blood Legacy’

The latest release from Gambit Productions ‘Blood Legacy’ has just rightfully earned its spot on the list of the productions that have set the bar amongst this year’s releases with its stellar cast and quality production aesthetic that has had South Africa buzzing with excitement. You know those goosebumps you feel after watching a trailer for an upcoming Netflix or Showmax release, that is what I felt after I watched the trailer for Blood Legacy for the first time. The show which is set in Durban lived up to the standards that were set by the trailer. A great cast is the key ingredient The first aspect of the show that grabs your attention when you watch the first episode is the amazing casting. The combination of the legendary, veteran and the up-and-coming actors that we are lucky to have here in South Africa can be found on the show.   The legendary would be the late Connie Chiume and Sello Maake Ka-Ncube, the veterans would be Xolile Tshabalala, Pallance Dladla, Enhle...
Post a Comment
Read more

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE: SAFW OPENING NIGHT PRESENTED BY CRUZ VODKA

  CRUZ VODKA GOES FLORAL FOR SAFW OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION OPENING PARTY PICS   Johannesburg, South Africa -  Langhams Lifestyle Estate was ablaze with the hottest fashion affair of the season as CRUZ Vodka hosted an electrifying opening party. Attended by the crème de la crème of the South African fashion world, the event set a new standard for style, sophistication, and innovation ahead of South African Fashion Week, which kicks off tonight in Mzansi. Themed around the vibrant energy of New York with a delicate touch of floral, the dress code inspired attendees to showcase their unique interpretations of metropolitan chic intertwined with natural beauty. The result was a visual spectacle, with guests adorned in avant-garde ensembles that seamlessly blended urban flair with botanical elegance. Among the luminaries gracing the event were the icons of South African fashion, including the illustrious "stylist to the stars," Phupho Gumede, whose innovative styling has gra...
Post a Comment
Read more

The Fergusons vs Former Employees

Hey guys so this is a story I have been wanting to cover on the blog but I had a feeling that I should wait because I knew it was gonna be taken to another level. The drama started with Vatiswa Ndara publishing an open letter where she states that she and the rest of the cast wanted to submit Igazi  for the international Emmys. The open letter included correspondence between Vatiswa and the office of the minister of Arts & Culture, Nathi Mthetwa where Ms Ndara requested for funding to submit nominations for Igaz i. The office responded that unfortunately they could not allocate the requested funds. The story then took a turn when the Fergusons issued a statement that they were not able to provide Miss Ndara with the R700 000 that she requested, this was a fact that was not included in Miss Ndara's open letter and social media posts. the production company then went on to refute other allegations made by Miss Ndara such as that the production company benefits from th...
Post a Comment
Read more