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I Sailed Across The South Atlantic In A Gruelling Ocean Challenge

With little previous sailing experience, Colleen Carstens participated in the 2015-16 Clipper Round the World Race, the world’s toughest ocean racing challenge. It was, she says, the experience of a lifetime.

Speaking Truth To Power

Thuli Madonsela became a household name for holding government to account, without fear or favour, during her seven-year tenure as Public Protector. We chatted to Thandeka Gqubule about writing the recently published biography, No Longer Whispering to Power.

A Handmaid's Tale

TV’s ‘queen of drama’ on playing a feminist icon, her everyday life as a Manhattan cat lady and why you should buy yourself jewellery.

Foodies

Of eateries, streateries and foodie adventures…

Beauty News

Meghan Markle shares one of her top beauty products; Reese Witherspoon releases a lipstick with a cause, and the new Chanel fragrance is here!

Financial Infidelity

I recently stumbled across a whole world of financial secrets and intrigue. It happened like this…

Should AIRBNB BE.Regulated In SA?

Should AIRBNB BE.Regulated In SA?

This Is What Losing Two Children Has Taught Me

Simone Blanckenberg on the searing pain of losing two children, and what helped her cope.

Magical Safari

Umzolozolo, a magnificent safari lodge in the Nambiti Private Game Reserve, set the spectacular scene for our fashion feature this month.

Ask The Doc

Specialist surgeon and lecturer Dr Sarah Rayne answers your questions on menstrual concerns, acne and dizziness.

What If You Lose Your Job?

No one wants to think about the possibility of being retrenched or of losing their job in any way – basically, of the cash flow drying up. But what if it does?

Reclaiming Her Space

Jennifer Aniston is tired of being told how to make a happy life, so she's created her own narrative.

I Am A Ballerina

When Christa Calitz had a serious accident that ended her dream of becoming a professional dancer, she nearly lost her will to live. It took her 20 years to get back on her feet.

I Want Women To Embrace Ageing, Be Proud Of It, And Do It Well.

That’s what Cameron Diaz wishes for us! And in her two books on healthy living and ageing, she pulls together a strategy for doing just this. We loved this no-nonsense interview with her, and we definitely plan on taking a leaf out of her book.

How I Became Jackie Kennedy

Natalie Portman shares the surprising discoveries she made about the iconic First Lady when she took on the role of Jackie Kennedy in what is being touted as an Oscar-winning performance.

The New Nude

Don’t be fooled: the ‘no-makeup’ makeup look is anything but. The key is to keep it stripped downand subtle – but extremely effective. 

has your get - up - and - go got up and left?

if you’re as tired when you wake up as you were when you went to bed, or you’re more than usually down or out of sorts, you may need to check your adrenal glands.

Nette Rose

Owner: Meg MillerStart-up costs: ‘I buy my clothing from charity shops, and in 2015 I sold a lot of it at vintage markets around Cape Town to make “seed money”. I made R8500, which is what covered my costs for the first two months: my first batch of fabric, website and domains. Also, I met lots of models and photographers, who collaborated essentially for free in the start-up stage. I was at university at the time, so my parents covered my rent and living costs, which was a comfort.’Turnover: ‘I created something I was passionate about, and I’ve been earning a profit since the first month.’Website: www.netterose.com

The Duchess Diaries

The Duchess Diaries

Could You Really Die Of A Broken Heart?

Also known as stress-induced or takotsubo cardiomyopathy, broken heart syndrome is a real condition usually sparked by an extremely stressful event – and it can look like an actual heart attack.

New Year, New (Financial) You!

All you know about money is that there’s just never enough, right? Let’s change that, starting right now. Here’s our expert’s 10-point plan.

Healthy living

The year’s starting to gain momentum. Make sure you do too!

Sjoe!

A beautiful pair of shoes with a strong design element does more than finish a look – it starts a conversation. Maria McCloy is one to watch.

Sweet Somethings

Not every entrepreneur sets out with the intention of launching a full-scale business. Fortunately for our taste buds, these folks turned their sideline ventures into thriving confectionaries.

Cheers!

Whether it’s for a week, a month, a year or the rest of your life, no alcohol – or, at the very least, mindful drinking – is the new yoga: everyone’s (not) doing it. Here’s what to drink when you’re not drinking…

How To Invest For The First Time

Investing is often a scary concept, particularly if you’ve never invested money before. A beginner’s guide might come in handy.

The Smoke That Thunders Vic Falls

A feast for your senses and undoubtedly one of Mother Nature’s truly breathtaking creations, Victoria Falls should be high on your bucket list of destinations. We can’t wait to go back!

Mothers-In-law From Hell

Family can be tricky at the best of times, but there seems to be a particular set of tensions when it comes to women and their mothersin-law. They’re not all bad, we know that. But in the interest of having a good vent (and getting some wellearned sympathy), we asked you to share some of your horror stories – and boy, did you deliver!

Is It So Bad To Choose Mediocre?

We all succumb to the ‘do more, be more, excel’ mentality. But is it always possible to be everything we want to be?

She Gets It From Her Mama!

In celebration of Mother’s Day – and inspired by our gorgeous cover this month – we take a look at some of our favourite celebs whose daughters are all grown up and following in their famous mothers’ footsteps.