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By Olwethu-Thando Klaas. Additional text by Elsibe Loubser

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This autumn and winter heralds the madness of free will, glimpses of inspired combinations and a plethora of fashion options. Being edgy and fresh is key. But you’re more likely to get it right if you respect the essential cut and purpose of a clothing item.

What is needed this winter
The three collages in this story were created at polyvore.com – simply click on the image and follow the link to find the references for all these items.

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By Kashief Achmat

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Boobs, butt, some fanny and more boobs. That’s what I expected when I opened up this month’s edition of Playboy magazine. Now I have to admit, I haven’t read that many Playboy magazines in my life (mainly because I spend more time looking at the pictures), but this time round, I’ve actually done some serious reading and have come to the conclusion that the magazine is quite exquisite – and I’m not just referring to the lovely cover model that is Lee-Ann Roberts. I always thought she was a shy, innocent model and TV personality who made watching TV interesting again. But how wrong I was…

May 2012 cover of Playboy, South Africa

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Star sign of the month: Taurus – Lucky Bull (21 April – 20 May 2012)

May 10, 2012

(21 April – 20 May 2012) [English and Afrikaans] By Natasha Ventura Vertaling deur Lieza Marais-Bester ***** Is Taurus your sun sign? Then this should affirm your vibe right now: It is time to pursue variety instead of more-of-the-same, especially if you’re helping yourself to generous scoops of any luxury. At the centre of comfort [...]

MaXhosa: grafiese kuns in ‘n trui / graphic art in a jersey

May 7, 2012

[English and Afrikaans] By Elsibe Loubser / Deur Elsibe Loubser ***** Laduma Ngxololo se truie is in Kaapstad! Al van hom gehoor? Sy reeks, MaXhosa, is manstruie met ‘n storie wat eg Suid-Afrikaans is. Lees vinnig om in te haal en ry dan spoedig Langstraat 34 toe om vir jou ‘n storie te koop wat [...]

Elize Vossgatter’s art: Far beyond a girl’s tale

April 27, 2012

[English] By Lauren Manuel Additional text by Elsibe Loubser ***** To develop new techniques and ways of seeing – that is an artist’s quest yet not every artist’s destiny. And so it’s just one good reason to keep your sights on Elize Vossgatter… Detail from Nothing but a Rich Bitch

Review of The Big Issue, 20 April – 11 May 2012

April 23, 2012

[English] By Elsibe Loubser ***** The Big Issue, based in Cape Town with offices in Newmarket street, is kicking ass in this issue. Here’s why we like it…  Cover of The Big Issue, 20 April to 11 May 2012