Get Your Skin Autumn-Ready With These Essential Products
March marks the beginning of autumn, a season notorious for leaving us with dry, cracked and tight skin. Whether on your face or your body, the colder months wreck havoc on your skin. In preparation for the upcoming autumn and winter months, here are five must-have skincare products that will hydrate and protect your skin […]
Eat Your Heart Out At Club Como: A Mediterranean Masterpiece
A Mediterranean atmosphere enveloped us as we stepped inside Club Como. It did not matter that we were standing in the middle of Morningside Shopping Centre in the forever chaotic city of Johannesburg. In fact, Club Como instantly transported us elsewhere. Shell-lined curtains and deconstructed statues donning the walls contributed to a feeling of peace, […]
Exploring The Rich Tapestry of Art Galleries Across SA
Local South African artists have an abundance of art galleries to choose from to showcase their artworks. From painters and sculptors to textile artists, the talent across Mzansi is unmatched. If you visit one of these art galleries, you are sure to be in awe of the country’s local art scene. Graham Contemporary Art Gallery […]
Best Spots to Indulge in Afternoon Tea in South Africa
High tea is an age-old British tradition where light savoury and sweet snacks are served in the afternoon, often with a brew made from raw tea leaves. It is different to afternoon tea which is more formal and often served later in the day. However, in South Africa, the terms are interchangeable. Naturally, South Africans […]
The Best Pet-Friendly Accommodations for Four-Legged Friends
You no longer need to avoid eye contact with your four-legged friends when you leave home with suitcases and bags. Instead, pack them one too and enjoy a family holiday at one of these pet-friendly accommodation spots in either Joburg, Cape Town, Durban or Pretoria. Pet-Friendly Spots in Joburg Amberhall Guesthouse Amberhall Guesthouse caters for […]
Using AI as a Tool to Better an Artist’s Life
It is not news that Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rocked our worlds. Whether it is answering our questions, interpreting statistics, giving us an email format to follow or generating images of our wildest imaginations, it has proven itself a worthy assistant. However, the creative world is just as scared of AI as it is in […]
Louis Vuitton Becomes Official Partner of Formula 1
The worlds of fashion and motorsport collide in an epic partnership between Louis Vuitton and Formula 1. With a 10-year agreement, the fashion house is now being placed at the heart of motorsports for the foreseeable future. Victory Travels in Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton and Formula 1 first intersected when the LVMH Group became the […]
New Restaurants in Pretoria
New Restaurants in Pretoria The foodie scene in the Jacaranda City has recently been enhanced with an array of new or revamped restaurants in Pretoria. All of these dining destinations bring unique flavours, one-of-a-kind experiences and original concepts to the city’s residents and visitors. Here are six of our favourite: Golden Hour Pretoria’s Golden Hour […]
VIVA Cruises: Going With the Luxurious Flow of Life
Whether you are sailing down a river or across the ocean, cruises are a once-in a-lifetime experience. Luckily, in South Africa, Whitestar Cruise & Travel, who represents VIVA Cruises, specialises in providing handpicked cruise experiences. If you are looking for a river cruise through the heart of Europe for your next escape, or a cruise […]
Stanwix & Zwelendaba Triumph Investec’s Emerging Artist Award
The Investec Cape Town Art Fair recently crowned their Emerging Artist Award winners. Ben Stanwix and Xhanti Zwelendaba walked away with the award for their outstanding work on Thaba Nchu, where history meets art. Investec’s Inaugural Emerging Artist Award Investec’s Cape Town Art Fair aims to establish a bridge between South African artists and the […]
Cheers to the Hottest Cocktail Trends for 2025
This year’s cocktail trends are a mixture of old and new, with various favourites promising delicious and gorgeous combinations in every bar. There’s a focus on minimalism, lower alcohol volumes, reverse recipes, savoury flavours and exotic ingredients everywhere. Here’s more on each of these trends: Cocktail Trend 1: Less Is More Minimalism is trending in […]
Home Activities that Won’t Break the Bank
Whether it’s a rainy weather kind of day or a late Sunday afternoon, sometimes you just want to be at home. And that is perfectly okay. In fact, it is sometimes the most effective way to save money. That doesn’t mean you have to become a couch potato, though. We have a list of home […]
5 Out-of-the-Box Ways to Serve Caviar
Caviar is known for being an expensively delicious ingredient, often served in fine dining restaurants. But, what if we told you there are regular ways in which to enjoy this luxurious delicacy? With an increase in sustainable farming methods, caviar is becoming more affordable and, therefore, more accessible to all social classes. No need to […]
Our Top 5 Beach Reads for Summer’s End
As South Africans soak up the last bit of summer, we can highly recommend a visit to the beach one last time before autumn arrives. Instead of just appreciating those sandy scenes, and watching kids play in the waves or families building sandcastles, why not indulge in one of our favourite beach reads? Lighthearted, funny, […]
Vans Premium Old Skool Music Collection: Three Eras, One Icon
Vans Old Skool has taken itself to a new level. No longer just a skating shoe, the Premium Old Skool Music Collection has become a social statement of fashion and heritage. Therefore, Vans’ three new drops are a throwback to musical eras that shaped current worldly ways under one name. Revisiting the Old Skool Era […]
#HelloRecommends: Hyde Johannesburg, The Ultimate Staycation
Hyde Hotels has added Joburg’s ever-evolving Rosebank to their list of locations. The recently revamped The Bank building is now the home of Hyde Johannesburg Rosebank – a bohemian-styled bleisure destination of note. Inside, you’ll also find the NPF Tasting Room, the award-winning Proud Mary Restaurant and Workshop 17 – a modern co-working space. This […]
The Best New Restaurants in Durban
Durban is a tourist’s haven with it being a coastal town. It also comes with an evergreen food and drink scene, with various new restaurants to try out. Here are our top five: Bean Bag Jazz Lounge Florida Road is jazzed up again with the return of its legendary Bean Bag Jazz Lounge in November […]
Our Top 10 Shoe Brands That Make For Happy Feet
Style is no longer the most important thing in people’s lives. These days, it’s overpowered by comfort and functionality. Well, for the most part at least. We propose both: Finding a shoe that allows you to walk for miles while looking fabulous and fashionable at the same time! Best Local Shoes For Your Feet Veldskoen: […]
Voting Volvo EX30 for Car of the Year 2025?
Seventeen cars have recently been listed as finalists for the SA Car of the Year (COTY) 2025 Awards, with the Volvo EX30 being the only fully electric vehicle in the line-up. While Old Mutual Insurance sponsors the award, the South African Guild of Motoring Journalists (SAGMJ) organises the event. And, the 39th edition of the […]
How to Prevent Rebound Weight Gain from Stealing Your Joy
Rebound weight gain is a physiological subsequence of calorie restriction and too high a deficit. Diets can go terribly wrong and actually end up tipping the scales the other way if not done sustainably and in the right way. So, here is a round-up of what rebound weight gain is and how it comes about. […]
CLOSED: WIN an Annual Family Membership at Two Oceans Aquarium
In partnership with Cape Town’s Two Oceans Aquarium, we are giving away an annual Two Oceans Aquarium membership! Yes, your family of four can stand the chance to win big, with each individual membership valued at R595. Memberships & Benefits With this annual membership, your family can visit the aquarium as often as they want. […]
DIY: Paint Your Home Your Way
We’re calling all DIY lovers, arts and crafts afficionados and anyone with a tiny bit of creativity. Gone are the days of buying cups, mugs, vases, plates, servers or trinket trays. It’s time to make your own and paint your home your way! Don’t let yourself feel overwhelmed just yet. We have many novice, amateur […]
CLOSED: WIN 1 of 5 Dog Man Book Hampers
Five lucky Hello Lifestyle readers will each receive a Dog Man Book Hamper with three novels by Dav Pilkey. This celebrates the release of the Dog Man animation by Dreamworks on 7 February 2025, which is based on Pilkey’s bestselling book series. You can explore the entire Dog Man universe with this book hamper, consisting […]
CLOSED: Organic & Natural Products Expo: WIN Tickets & A Product Hamper
We’ve partnered with the Organic & Natural Products Expo Africa to give one lucky Cape Town reader two entry tickets to the expo and a large product hamper!. The hamper will be filled with a selection of products from various exhibitors. The expo is taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre between 28 […]
