Byron Lukas
Editor’ s Note
HELLO 2026, WE’ RE READY FOR YOU
Starting 2026 feels like opening a new notebook – clean, full of promise, and quietly encouraging us to make it a great year.
With our first edition for the new year, I’ m reminded that new beginnings aren’ t about starting over. They’ re about building on the momentum, lessons, and special moments we’ ve already created.
This issue helps us start the year with stories to inspire and energise you for what’ s ahead. In our Celeb Q & A, Jennifer Bala shares her journey, insights, and a few beauty tips. If you’ re going to the Cape Town Met, we have everything you need. From standout looks and confident style to the top designers to watch. And for sports fans, feast your eyes on the horses set to chase the crown.
We also spoke with Chad le Clos, one of South Africa’ s most decorated male swimmers, as he shares his goals for 2026.
But if travel is already on your wish list, we’ ve curated a journey that spans both tempo and texture: from the peaceful, slow-living charm of Sedgefield to the rhythmic streets of Rio de Janeiro, gearing up for a festival fever.
With summer in full swing, we explore fresh skin-care resolutions, simple routines, and essentials to help you face the season with confidence. A workout routine that backs down from nobody, and for the food lovers, our food pages are filled with exciting new recipes to spark creativity and bring big flavour to your table.
Thank you for joining us in 2026.
Byron Lukas
Editor
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