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5 Creative Directors Killing It

Words by Kendra Hunsley It takes a special kind of person to steer the narrative of a fashion brand. From formulating design concepts across all spectrums to constantly having to perform hat tricks and pull out fresh and innovative ideas…

Maftown’s Impact on SA Hip Hop

Words by Mercia Tucker Mafikeng is home to some of South Africa’s most talented and celebrated artists. When considering the cultural capital of South African music and entertainment spaces in the 90s, however, Maftown hardly came to mind. Kwaito took…

Store of the Month: Shelflife Johannesburg

Words by Azola Mona Founded on graffiti and street art in 2006 the natively Cape Townian, Shelflife was the first streetwear store in Africa. To date, the retail streetwear and sneaker store has held the local urban/street and sneaker culture…

The Rise of Virgil Abloh

Words by Kendra Hunsley The insurgency taking place within the fashion industry is one that cannot be ignored and has the entire industry in hysteria. There’s a wave of modern fashion designers and creative directors who have infiltrated the…

10 Most Iconic Jordan’s

Words by Lesedi Baipone “I thought Jordan’s and a gold chain was living it up” – Nas / Street dreams Today’s athletes are not just athletes but are part celebrity and part business brands. Athletes are extremely marketable as they bring…

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Top 10 Business Lessons I have Learned from Jay Z

Words by Nick Kaoma “More than a Hustler, I’m the Definition of it” Shawn Corey Carter is one of the most astute, charming and savvy men walking God’s green earth today. Everything Mr. Carter touches seems to turn into platinum.…

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Top 10 Urban Brands That Should Make a Comeback

Words by Mzo Gcwabe Nostalgia was first coined by Johannes Hofer in the 1680s as a diagnosis for the painful longing for “home” experienced by soldiers that spent an extended time out in the field. For many of us today…

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Feature: Until Until

Words by Caron Williams Great movements are marked by an incredible vision. They offer a sense of community, an identity and an ethos that resonates profoundly with a set group of people. They fundamentally mold and shift culture, and ultimately…

Hip Hop & Luxury Brands

Words by Kendra Hunsley For as long as we can remember, luxury brands have been a formidable force within hip hop culture. For years, rappers have referenced numerous luxury brands within their music. These brands represent a sense of aspiration…

SA Hip Hop Brand Kings

Words by Mercia Tucker “The Superstar shoe was dead. The shoe was dead. And Run-D.M.C. singlehandedly brought that shoe back” said Angelo Anastasio, Marketing Director for Adidas 1984-1991. It was Russell Simmons’ idea for the group to record a track…

Separating the artist from their art

Words by Mercia Tucker “Can you separate an artist from their art?” is an old question but is still a relevant one. That there exists in the world a bond stronger than an exceptional artist’s with his art, I’m not…

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Breaking Bread with Farah Fortune

Farah Fortune. A name synonymous with tenacity and drive, this PR pit bull in heels is the accomplished head of African Star Communications. The incarnation of her Arabic name, meaning ‘joy’, Farah is jovial as we meet to have lunch…

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