I’ve always been big on fasting – for religious purposes. I’d like to think of it as my secret weapon when I need to figure out life, find grace, favour, clarity etc. By now I’ve pretty much done it all; sun-up to sun-down weekly fasts, Esther’s 3-Day Fast [that’s the bazooka of fasts I tell you], 21 Day Daniel Fast.…
“Queen Cleopatra” is a captivating 4-part documentary series that explores the life of one of the most renowned, influential, and often misunderstood figures in history, Cleopatra. The life of Cleopatra has been a topic of much discussion and myth. However, this docuseries aims to revaluate this aspect of her intriguing story, including her romantic life, in a fresh perspective. Additionally,…
The world of modest fashion has been growing and evolving over the years, with more and more women embracing this look. No longer limited to a particular religion or culture, modest fashion has become a global phenomenon. Designers and brands from all over the world are now offering their own take on modest clothing and sending these looks down the…
High Fashion has gone virtual with the Metaverse Fashion Week by Decentraland, running from 28th – 31st 2023. The global multi-disciplinary and cross-metaverse event shall feature runway shows, after-parties, immersive experiences and virtual shopping from the marketplace from multiple brands for you to create your very own super stylish metaverse avatar! With 60+ participating brands, artists, and designers, #mvfw23 is…
If you are looking to have your Christmas decorations really stand out this year, why not try some African Adornment made my local artisans? These pieces will not only be a great conversation starter, but will also bring in the essence of creativity and appreciation of Modern African Culture right into your home! The African Christmas Tree Whether you are…
THE ART OF LA SAPE A La Sape enthusiast is called a Sapeur and the movement is called Sapeurism (La Sapologe). La Sape is an abbreviation based on the phrase Société des Ambianceurs et des Personnes Élégantes (loosely translated to Society of Ambiance-Makers and Elegant People). Sapeurism is a cult-like love for extravagant fashion and style amongst the – mostly…
Everyone’s riding the natural skin care wave, and if you’re wondering where to start, we have some fruity tips for you! Before splurging on the latest beauty products, let the kitchen [more specifically your fruit basket] be your beauty store to help you get your glow-up. PINNEAPPLE Pineapple is a great source of dietary fibre and vitamin C that help…
As the coffee culture grows across Africa, the verdict is still out on the long-term benefits of coffee consumption and possible dangers of caffeine addiction. Couture Africa has however discovered that there’s much more to this Black Gold than meets the eye, and in fact Coffee has lots of topical uses with amazing benefits for skin and hair! Reduces Skin…