Culture. Style. Identity. [email protected]

Johannesburg, South Africa
Joined February 2012
✨ 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐫 𝐇𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞 ✨ For the very first time, we crown hair as the cover story; and there’s no one more fitting to lead this celebration than 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐞, founder of 𝐇𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐨. In our inaugural 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒗𝒊𝒅𝒂𝒓 𝑯𝒂𝒊𝒓 issue, we go beyond the surface to meet the woman behind the brand. From her personal journey and entrepreneurial spark to the expansive vision she’s building, Lisa Madibe opens up about identity, culture, and what it truly takes to thrive in the ever-evolving beauty industry. As 𝑯𝒂𝒊𝒓𝒍𝒐 turns one, we’re honoured to mark this moment with her — and to launch this powerful new chapter of our publication in celebration of her milestone. 👑 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙃𝙖𝙞𝙧𝙡𝙤 𝙀𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩 is here. 🔗 bit.ly/44qgg5i Cover Star: @LisaMadibe Magazine: @Previdar  Editor & Publisher: @sheilaafari / Front Page Media  Production Manager: Mancha Seema   Photographer: @GeorgeQJr Styling & Accessories: The Fashion Official ZA and Hellen of Troy Styles  Wigs: HAIRLO Beauty  HD Specialist – Install & Styling: Laid by Zethu  MUA: George Makeup ZA  Lighting Assistants: Tshepo V, Zoey Photography and Emotions Studios Cover Story: @sheilaafari Cover Design: @HotWyrd BTS Video: @raelsilver_rs Social Media: @lihle_armani  Studio: George Q Studios   Content Videographer: @londonthecreata #PrevidarHairIssue #LisaMadibeForPrevidar #HairloTurnsOne
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From childhood theatre classes to the world of @NetflixSA, Lihle Ngubo is learning to trust her craft, embrace the unknown and let the work speak for itself. In our latest feature, the Blood Legacy actress reflects on the role that changed everything, the lessons that shaped her journey and the stories she hopes to bring to life next. Through seasons of uncertainty and moments that remind her why she started, Ngubo continues to make room for possibility, one performance at a time. Tap the link below to read the full feature with @lihle_ngubo. ✨ 🔗 previdar.com/lihle-ngubo-is-…
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South African designer @wandalephoto_ makes his womenswear debut with an exclusive collaboration with @friendsofbash and Canvas Studios. Inspired by personal history, cultural identity and the woman his late sister might have become, the collection brings storytelling, sustainability and contemporary South African style into everyday dressing. Follow Previdar for more fashion and entertainment news. ✨
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Spring has sprung, and our beauty wish list is looking rather good. 🌸✨ From skincare staples and glossy lips to playful eyeshadow palettes, nourishing haircare and a fragrance that captures the spirit of the season, we’ve rounded up the products we can’t get enough of this spring. Featuring a mix of South African favourites and international beauty names, these are the additions worth making room for on your beauty shelf. Ready to find your next favourite? Tap the link below to read the full story. 🔗 previdar.com/the-beauty-prod…
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Nigerian luxury fashion label @WanniFuga has built a world where understated elegance, thoughtful craftsmanship and contemporary femininity take centre stage. Founded by designer Toluwani Wabara, the label is known for its fluid silhouettes, refined tailoring and modern designs that bring a fresh perspective to African luxury. From relaxed co-ordinates to statement dresses, Wanni Fuga celebrates the beauty of considered dressing, blending Nigerian heritage with a distinctly modern sensibility. In our latest fashion spotlight, we explore the Lagos-born label shaping its own language of modern luxury. Tap the link below to read more! 🔗 previdar.com/wanni-fugas-con…
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MAC Cosmetics is celebrating beauty in all its individuality with its latest global campaign, ‘We All Wear MAC’. ✨ Featuring a diverse cast including Doja Cat, Tini, Masai Russell, Olandria, Violet Chachki and more, the campaign places authentic-looking skin, personal style and self-expression at the centre of its latest complexion story. Tap the link below to read about @MACcosmetics’ latest campaign. 🔗 previdar.com/inside-mac-cosm…
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Laduma Ngxokolo brought @MaXhosaAfrica to the Paris Fashion Week runway for its official debut, presenting 54 looks that placed Xhosa heritage at the heart of a contemporary luxury wardrobe. Titled Izihlwele Zivumile, meaning “the ancestors have approved”, the collection explored MaXhosa’s signature knitwear through bold colour, intricate patterns, sculptural silhouettes and striking African iconography. With its first appearance on the official Paris Fashion Week calendar, MaXhosa’s latest collection marked a significant new chapter for the South African fashion house. Tap the link below to read the full story. 🔗 previdar.com/maxhosa-africa-…
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#LondonFashionWeek SS27 proved that beauty is better when it refuses to behave. 💄✨ From statement lips at #Burberry and #SimoneRocha to luminous skin at #HarrisReed and #DiPetsa, and sculptural hair at Richard Quinn and Alexander McQueen, the season moved between restraint, experimentation and full-blown transformation. Elsewhere, Francesca Lake, Ashley Williams and Natasha Zinko turned to wigs and exaggerated silhouettes, proving that sometimes the best beauty looks are about stepping into an entirely new character. Tap the link below to read the full story. 🔗 previdar.com/london-fashion-…
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ELIE SAAB and @hm H&M celebrated their highly anticipated collaboration in Paris, bringing red-carpet glamour to the historic Palais Brongniart. ✨ The star-studded evening saw South African entertainers Zozibini Tunzi and @RealNomalanga join Amelia Gray, Anok Yai, Imaan Hammam, Lila Moss and more for the unveiling of the collection, including a surprise bridal gown and veil inspired by @ElieSaabWorld’s celebrated bridal heritage. Tap the link below to read the full story. 🔗 previdar.com/elie-saab-hm-co…
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From @Tyllaaaaaaa’s barely-there Mowalola snakeskin to @charli_xcx’s gothic Saint Laurent and @Normani’s sculptural Robert Wun couture, the 2026 VMAs carpet belonged to fashion with personality. Olandria continued her impressive fashion run in ManMadeSkins, while Lisa went all in on crimson and Teyana Taylor brought the drama in feathered Zuhair Murad couture. This was the VMAs, after all. Playing it safe was never really the point. Tap the link below for all the fashion highlights. 🔗 previdar.com/y2k-couture-and…
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Zimbabwean luxury fashion house Zargue’sia has built a world where glamour, craftsmanship and grandeur take centre stage. Founded by designer Ishmael Tsakatsa, the house is known for dramatic silhouettes, intricate detailing and couture-inspired pieces that bring a sense of occasion to every look. From sweeping gowns to impeccably tailored designs, Zargue’sia celebrates fashion in its most romantic and opulent form, earning recognition both at home and on international fashion stages. In our latest fashion spotlight, we explore the house bringing grandeur back to fashion and the designer shaping its distinctive aesthetic. Tap the link below to read more. 🔗 previdar.com/zarguesia-is-br…
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At Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2027 show in Milan, #Olandria and @iamcardib stepped out in striking Cavalli looks, with Olandria embracing a sleek, sultry silhouette while Cardi leaned into the house’s maximalist spirit in bold animal print. Two different approaches, one unmistakably Cavalli front row. Swipe for a closer look and follow @Previdar for more fashion entertainment! 📸: GETTY IMAGES
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Abena Bambi has built a distinctive creative world around fashion, beauty and lifestyle, using her personal style and visual perspective to connect with an ever-growing audience. Now, the Ghanaian creator is exploring what comes next, from expanding her creative identity to developing a fashion business rooted in her love for style and designed with longevity in mind. In our latest feature, we speak to Abena Bambi about her journey into content creation, her approach to fashion, and her ambitions for building something of her own. Tap the link below to read the full feature. 🔗 previdar.com/abena-bambi-wan…
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L’Oréal Paris’ Ultimate Makeup Masterclass Volume 3 took over Johannesburg’s Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, bringing together beauty lovers, industry talent and some of South Africa’s biggest stars for a day dedicated to all things beauty. 💄✨ Hosted by @Bonang, the sold-out experience featured global makeup artist Harold James, who created a beauty look on L’Oréal Paris Sub-Saharan Africa ambassador @ama_qamata, while attendees explored interactive makeup and haircare stations throughout the venue. We attended L'Oréal Paris’ masterclass to experience it all. Read our full report on Volume 3 via the link below. 🔗 previdar.com/inside-loreal-p…
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From the tennis court to the home, @Venuseswilliams has found another way to think about space. Through V Starr Interiors and her new furniture and décor collection with Crate & Barrel and Crate & Kids, Williams brings the geometry, movement and spirit of tennis into the home, with subtle references woven throughout. But this is about more than furniture. For Williams, home is where design meets memory, identity and the life we build around the things we love. Tap the link below to read the full story. 🔗 previdar.com/venus-williams-…
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What does modern femininity look like when it refuses to choose just one side of itself? Accra-based label Winara Woman finds the answer in fluid silhouettes, sculptural details and an elegant tension between softness and strength. Founded by sisters Rushaiya and Zara, the brand is carving out a distinctive space in contemporary African fashion, creating pieces that feel equally at home in quiet moments and grand entrances. In our latest fashion spotlight, we explore Winara Woman’s world of modern elegance, considered craftsmanship and unapologetic femininity. Tap the link below to read the full story. 🔗 previdar.com/winara-woman-is…
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Lights, camera, fashion! 🔥 @NetflixSA Africa marked a decade of entertainment with a star-studded 10th anniversary celebration, and the guest list delivered on the style front. From standout silhouettes to statement-making looks, the stars brought their fashion A-game. Swipe to see some of the stars who celebrated the momentous occasion and follow @Previdar for more fashion and entertainment. 1/3 #previdar #netflixsa
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Who better to guide Mzansi through the ultimate search for love than one of its most beloved couples? @therealdineo and Solo Ntsizwa have officially been announced as the hosts of @NetflixSA’s Love Is Blind South Africa, and we’re already obsessed with this pairing. 😍 From the pods to the proposals, the couple will be on hand as Mzansi’s singles attempt to find their person, fall in love and make a lifelong commitment… all before laying eyes on each other. #loveisblindsouthafrica #loveisblind #netflixsa
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