True Love

True Love is the iconic South African fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazine for black women. It is the go-to handbook and style guide for women who believe that their magazine should be stylish and thought provoking. It challenges its readers with in depth, focusing on subjects that stimulate debate and discussion.

True Love

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STYLE

STYLE News • Here’s what’s hot off the press in the fashion world!

BOSS ENERGY • Bold yet elegant, the oversized boyfriend blazer makes a dramatic statement!

BABY Heels • Casual and comfortable, these shoes are bound to put a spring in your step

FIERY RED • Nothing screams ‘powerful and sexy’ quite like a woman in red, so go ahead and fill up your closet with this dramatic hue.

It’s all in the DETAIL • Glam up your outfits with trendy accessories — such as stylish face masks, Alice bands, layered chains and cross-body bags

LEATHER luxe • Up your style stakes in fashion’s strongest and most iconic material

IN KONVERSATION WITH Kwena • Trailblazer and cultural ambassador Kwena Baloyi shares how she’s changing the fashion and influencer game by portraying her most authentic self

BEAUTY UPDATE • Best beauty products to add to your routine

GIVE YOUR SKIN A NEW LIFE • Besides investing in beauty products, it is essential that you get a good night’s rest to rejuvenate your skin

Ready, steady, FIRM UP! • These miracle workers will help improve the appearance of your skin and give it a youthful glow

LAYING THE PERFECT foundation • Next time you go shopping for a foundation, don’t just look for something that complements your skin colour. Look out for ingredients that will provide the nutrients your skin needs

TOOLS of the trade • Make-up brushes are essential when it comes to creating a flawless look. Choosing the right ones for your skin and your makeup requirements is just as important

SCENTSATIONAL • Whether you want something flirty or refreshing, you can’t go wrong with florals

TRESSES to impress • Fancy a new hairdo? It’s all about texture this year, along with curls and short, edgy styles

BRITTLE AND BREAKING hair • Products to help you move from having a bad hair day to a fab one

SOMIZI AND MOHALE on choosing each other • From the time they started dating up to now, Somizi and Mohale have faced unprecedented public criticism. They say they have never been able to enjoy their relationship in peace and have often had to deny rumours of a split. Despite the relentless public attention, the couple remains strong, united and in love

AFRICA Rise • The rise of South African luxury brands. There’s something for everyone – from sophisticated to street-smart outfits. Vibrant, fun and stylish, you’ll love how designer and curator Thula Sindi’s selections showcase the best in African design

SIMPLY JUNOESQUE • Model and entrepreneur, Tebogo Thobejane, shows off her curvaceous body perfectly in these beautiful outfits. This proves that, with a little bit more inspiration in your item selection, you can also pull off these effortless looks

FLAWLESS • Whether bold or understated, these looks are bound to set you apart from the rest

SHOPPING GUIDE • Take care of the whole family by filling up your basket with these goodies!

PUTTING YOURSELF FIRST IS NOT is not being selfish! • Take time out for yourself to recharge so that you can be able to perform at your optimum best

SELF-CARE ACTIVITIES YOU CAN ENGAGE IN

Emotional BLACK TAX • An occasional emergency call from your family is fine but when it starts being a habit and they always need your attention and help, you may be paying emotional Black Tax unaware. Yes, your family raised you, but it’s time you...