Crafting Trendy Wedding Celebrations That Wow

Wedding trends 2026

Most women have been planning their wedding for years. Long before the man. Long before the ring. Long before the venue. Colours chosen, décor imagined, favours decided. It all felt certain then. But time changes things. Styles evolve. Tastes mature. And what felt right a decade ago doesn’t always reflect who you are now. Add to that how quickly wedding trends shift year on year, and it’s easy to feel caught between staying true to your original vision and wondering if you’re missing something new.

Walmart Opens Its Third Store in SA: Boksburg

Walmart Boksburg Launch 2026

Advertisement Walmart Boksburg is all about energy South Africans know and love Share this article This past weekend, Hello Lifestyle swung by the opening of the brand-new Walmart store at East Point Shopping Centre – and let’s just say, Boksburg arrived ready. From early morning queues to families posing for photos under the blue and […]

Mall of Africa Welcomes a Wave of New Stores

Coach Mall of Africa

Mall of Africa continues to lead the way with an impressive line-up of new store openings and relocations, that have brought fresh energy, global style and proudly South African brands into the centre. From fashion heavyweights to emerging local concepts, the latest arrivals reflect the mall’s ongoing focus on curated retail experiences that bring the world to Africa.

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide For Her

Jack Black Cherry Ale Valentine's Day gifts for her

If you’re wondering what to get your girl for Valentine’s Day, here are some red-hot ideas to set things in motion. Spoil that special woman in your life by gifting them something that speaks more than a thousand words ever could. Valentine’s Day is about expressing your love, and these gifts scream “you are my soulmate”.

Hot Girl Walks’ New Best Friend: Duck Apparel Moves With You

Duck Apparel Lightweight Motion Jacket Chilli Red

Duck Apparel has never been about dressing for one version of life. It’s all about movement — the kind that happens between Pilates classes and coffee runs, school drop-offs and spontaneous plans, long travel days and even longer to-do lists. With the launch of Duck’s new Lightweight Motion Jacket and two striking new Soft-Motion Legging colours, the brand continues to blur the line between performance wear and everyday style.

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide For Him

Gifts for him - grooming kit

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about the girls, but the guys too. Spoil your special man with one (or two) of these gifts that say “I love you”.

Bedford Crossing Shopping Hub Opens in Bedfordview

aerial view of Bedford Crossing shopping mall and hub with trees and cars

A fresh retail and lifestyle destination has officially opened its doors at 85 Boeing Road East, Bedfordview. Bedford Crossing, a convenience-led shopping precinct, launched in December 2025, bringing a modern, community-focused mix of supermarkets, specialty shops, dining spots and lifestyle services to one easily accessible location.

The One Coat You Need All Year Round: The Classic Parka by Duck Apparel

Duck Apparel Classic Parka and Woven Tote

As South Africans pack their bags for European winter escapes — or prep for our own unpredictable summer storms — one outerwear hero is fast becoming a must-have: Duck Apparel’s Classic Parka™ in Ebony x Ivory. Delivered alongside the brand’s effortlessly chic woven tote and Milan sunglasses in the colour Tea, this coat proves once again why Duck is redefining stylish functionality for modern travellers.

Deck the Halls with DIY at Centurion Lifestyle Centre

Centurion Lifestyle Centre

Stand a chance to win your share of over R30 000 in home improvement prizes, proudly sponsored by Centurion Lifestyle Centre’s participating tenants: Sleepmasters, Essops, Dial-a-Bed, Pick n Pay Hypermarket, Volpes, The Bed Centre, Gelmar, Mr Price Home, and Panarottis.

Life-Size LEGO F1 Car Owns South Africa’s Roads

Lego x Mercedes AMG biggest unboxing yet with life-size Lego car

Advertisement Biggest Unboxing Ever Coming to your City Share this article A masterpiece of precision, imagination and engineering has officially touched down in South Africa. LEGO® South Africa has brought in its largest life-size build ever showcased in the country: a full-scale LEGO® Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 W14 E Performance car, constructed from an extraordinary 192,937 […]

SoftMotion by Duck Apparel: The Leggings That Do It All

Running in Duck Apparel’s SoftMotion Leggings

In a world flooded with activewear, it’s rare to find leggings that strike the perfect balance between sculpting support and silky-soft comfort. Duck Apparel’s SoftMotion Leggings set out to do exactly that. After putting them through Hyrox simulations, gym sessions, pilates flows, yoga stretches, and road runs, they’re proving to be a strong new contender in the performance-wear space.

H-List: Travel Accessories That Can Double-Up As Year-End Gifts

Travel accessories that double up as year-end gifts

If you’re looking for the perfect year-end gift for a traveller that loves accessories for his/her hobbies, we have just the gift guide for you! From travel mugs to toiletry bags to AirTags, we have thought of everything you can get your travel buddy as a last hoorah for 2025!

From Thread to Throw: Volpes Brings Local Luxury to Kramerville

Volpes Kramerville Bedding

South Africa’s beloved home linen brand, Volpes, has opened its brand-new flagship store in Johannesburg’s Kramerville décor and design district — and it’s everything a home enthusiast could dream of. The store brings together local craftsmanship, timeless design, and modern innovation, creating an inspiring space for anyone looking to elevate their home.

Collectors’ Paradise Reimagined as Shemer Opens in Sandton

Shemer Nelson Mandela Square Hublot Try on

Retail therapy for collectors is taking on a new meaning in South Africa’s wealthiest square mile with the opening of Shemer. As Sandton cements itself as the country’s luxury capital, fine watches are fast becoming more than just status symbols — they’re the new face of smart investment.

Bright Days Ahead: 3 Fashion Trends Bringing the Joy This Summer

Two people standing in blue and yellow outfits, showing the Colourful Summer Trend

From colour-drenched looks that lift your spirit to tactile fabrics that love your skin, the season celebrates feeling good in what you wear. Whether you’re refreshing your staples or reimagining your style, these three trends define the months ahead.

FIELDS Opens Its First Johannesburg Boutique at 44 Stanley

Inside the FIELDS Store

Advertisement A Testament to Conscious Craftsmanship and Modern Masculinity Share this article In a world of fast fashion and fleeting trends, FIELDS stands apart — rooted in integrity, artistry, and sustainability. The South African menswear brand, celebrated for its quiet sophistication and considered craftsmanship, has opened its first Johannesburg store at 44 Stanley, an enclave […]

Light, Local, and Luxe: Inside Jockey South Africa’s New Season Essentials

Two women posing in their Jockey underwear sets

This spring and summer, Jockey South Africa invites you to rediscover comfort and confidence in its brand-new Spring/Summer 2025 collection, launching in stores and online this September. Designed for those who value both form and function, this collection embodies the joy of self-expression, celebrating individuality through fit, fabric, and feel.

Blowouts Made Easy: Meet the 2-in-1 Veaudry™ myAirStyler

Veaudry myAirStyler makes at-home blowouts look salon sleek

Getting a salon-fresh look at home has always been the ultimate beauty dream — but often the reality involves a tangle of tools, too much time, and more heat damage than we’d like to admit. Enter the Veaudry™ myAirStyler, a powerful 2-in-1 styling system that promises to take the stress (and the strain) out of […]

H-List: Proudly South African Products To Shop For This Heritage Month

Proudly South African products

Live your best, proudly South African life this spring with locally made products that either serve as a little treat from you to yourself or an outstanding gift to a family member or friend. Whether you need new lashes, want to expand your tea collection, plan to invest in a new teacup, dream of buying […]

Jet Lands in Sandton City with a Revamped Flagship Store

Jet Sandton City Store Launch Young adult fashion

Following the success of its refreshed Canal Walk store, Jet has now brought its reimagined retail experience to Sandton City, Johannesburg. The 1,800 square-metre outlet officially opened on 28 August 2025, offering shoppers a bold new take on fashion, beauty, homeware and cellular products. Fashion for Every Generation Shoppers can explore Jet’s full range of […]

From Workouts to Playtime: Fourways Mall Welcomes Planet Fitness & Shooters

Planet Fitness Fourways Mall Cardio Section

Fourways Mall has just upped the ante on lifestyle and leisure, welcoming two bold new additions to its ever-growing catalogue. First to make a splash was Planet Fitness, unveiling its most luxurious training facility yet — complete with a hard launch of its exclusive partnership with HYROX, the global fitness racing phenomenon. Think sleek interiors, […]

Fashion with Purpose: Tanja Merlo on N3YH’s Eco-Luxe Movement

N3YH founder, Tanja Merlo

In a world where fast fashion dominates and conscious consumerism often feels like an uphill battle, one South African woman is redefining what it means to create with purpose. As the founder of N3YH, an eco-luxe athleisure and sleepwear brand rooted in sustainability, elegance, and ethical craftsmanship, Tanja Merlo is not just designing clothing; she’s […]

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