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Despite what Olivia Rodrigo’s hit song might have you believe (‘I got my driver’s license last week, just like we always talked about. ’Cause you were so excited for me to finally drive up to your house’), stats show that Gen Z as a whole are not all that eager to get behind the wheel, opting instead for public transport or ride-sharing apps. Whether it’s the result of urban living, financial cost or environmental concern, or just because Ubering is less of a hassle, the younger generation don’t seem to be that interested in owning a car. When it comes to home ownership, it’s less about what people want and more about what they can afford. ‘South Africans want to own a home more than almost anyone else in the…

IN January 2015, a friend’s brother was one of three sailors who went missing during the delivery of a catamaran from Durban to Phuket, Thailand. Radio contact was lost and no emergency location beacon activated, leaving the families stranded between crippling despair and desperate hope that the three were alive, washed up somewhere remote, but safe. A year later, the hull was seen floating off Cape Recife near Gqeberha, thousands of nautical miles from the last contact with the crew. As devastating as this was, clues to what may have happened to the men at last seemed possible. Then, inexplicably, as the hull was being towed to Cape Town Harbour, it sank to the ocean floor. Can you imagine the pain of not knowing if a beloved brother, father or…

1 WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SAVING AND INVESTING? It’s all about your time horizon. Short-term savings range from six months to two years; investing is for the longer term. You can’t afford to take too much risk in the short term, so you would save in a bank account with a fixed interest rate. When you start investing for the longer term, you can take more risk because this typically yields a higher return. You can do this by investing in equities (shares) or other financial products. You don’t need to be an expert, or wealthy, to invest. A good financial advisor can set you on the right track. 2 WHAT’S THE EASIEST WAY TO BUILD UP AN EMERGENCY FUND? Pay yourself first, and automate your savings by setting up…

Spell it out Is anxiety grinding you down? The new book by psychotherapist Owen O’Kane might help. In Addicted to Anxiety: How to Break the Habit (Penguin Random House), the British mental health expert literally spells out the way for you to manage anxious feelings with the acronym SIMPLY: • SPACE: Mentally step away from your feelings and thoughts. Go for a walk, or listen to calming music. • IDENTIFY: Ask yourself what’s going on. Do you feel overwhelmed? Or even scared? • MEET: Rather than trying to escape your anxiety, be curious as to why it’s there. • PACIFY: Quieten your body by using regulated, controlled breathing to slow and calm the stress response. • LET GO: Tell yourself, ‘I am willing to let go of my old habits.’…

Wen the team at Terre Paisible Medical Rejuvenation & Spa in Franschhoek offered a FAIRLADY staffer a chance to try a laser treatment, I knew exactly whom to send. Our fashion editor, Annelee Joubert, had previously mentioned to me that she had little broken veins on her legs that really bothered her. ‘I first noticed these spidery little veins on my thighs about a year ago,’ Annelee says. ‘There were just a few – and then suddenly there were loads of them. I think it’s because I stand a lot. I stand most of the day when I’m on set, or when I’m out sourcing clothing for shoots. I also think it might be genetic; my mom had them. ‘I used to wear shorter dresses and skirts often, but now…

DURBAN CHICKEN CURRY Serves 4 If I cooked this dish on a Tuesday, it would still make me think of a Sunday – the humour of this Pavlovian effect is not lost on me. This chicken curry is plain and simple, no frills, no fanfare. Leftover chicken curry is the gift to your future self with smashed avocado. You won’t regret it. • 45 ml (3 tbsp) coconut oil• 1 onion, diced finely• 15–30 ml (1–2 tbsp) salt• 30ml (2 tbsp) masala• 1 cinnamon stick• 2 whole cloves• 1 cardamom pod• 1 sprig of curry leaves• 1 fresh green chilli, slit from flat end to just before point (do not slit right through), and stalk removed• 2 garlic cloves, grated finely• 1 cm-piece of fresh ginger• 2 tomatoes, chopped• 1…

FOODIE NEWS A taste of the Med It’s fitting that Club Como in Morningside Shopping Centre has a seashell as its logo – the Mediterranean is a central theme at this luxe eatery. The food, which is beautifully plated and delicious, is a modern fusion of Greek, Portuguese, Spanish and Italian cuisines, with an excellent selection of shareable small plates, and main dishes that highlight red meat and fresh seafood. For dessert, the fig malva pudding – served with butterscotch sauce, whipped fresh cream, vanilla ice cream and roasted figs – is divine. And the signature cocktails? Almost too pretty to drink. clubcomo.co.za Heart-warming Judd’s Local on Kloof Street, Cape Town, is all about ‘elevated comfort food’, and from the moment you step inside it feels like a second home.…

Well, you only need to put one foot in front of the other with FAIRLADY’s six-week walking workout programme and healthy meal plan. Walking is one of the best forms of exercise there is. Any able-bodied person can do it anywhere – and because it’s low-impact, it’s easy on your joints and your risk of injury is low. This at-home workout programme is suitable for every fitness level, and gives you everything you need to trim centimetres off your waist, plus sculpt and tone your figure if you want to take it to the next level. You’ll receive weekly walking targets, workouts to keep you strong and fit, and a nutritious low-carb meal plan to give your body the right fuel – one less thing to think about! WALK YOURSELF…

For decades, Cameron Diaz was the golden girl of Hollywood. With her megawatt smile, infectious energy and enviable comedic touch, she charmed audiences in blockbuster hits like There’s Something About Mary, Charlie’s Angels and The Holiday. Yet, in 2014, at the peak of her fame, Cameron did something few A-listers dare – she walked away from it all. Now, after almost a decade out of the spotlight, she is making a return to the big screen. And as she makes abundantly clear, she is doing it on her own terms. THE RISE OF HOLLYWOOD’S GOLDEN GIRL Cameron didn’t start out dreaming of Hollywood. The California native began modelling at 16, and in 1994, at the age of 21, she made her acting debut in The Mask opposite Jim Carrey. ‘I…

‘What’s wrong with her?’ My elderly aunt, visiting with her family from the US, asks me this in a very small voice. She, like the others around the lunch table – my uncle, my two middle-aged cousins, and me – is sitting in big-eyed stupefaction. My 30-something daughter, Beth, has just leapt up to answer a call on her cellphone, and has left the table, screeching with laughter at something the caller has said, and turning heads throughout the restaurant. Prior to this, she had kept us – and, involuntarily, many people seated at tables near us – in rabbit-in-the-headlights appalled fascination with a convoluted story, replete with expletives, about an intimate issue a woman in her close friendship group was grappling with. It wasn’t just the inappropriateness of the…

Unlike other types of loss, with ambiguous loss, grief is unresolved – there is no closure. Instead of seeking that, and a return to your former reality, it can be more helpful to work on coming to terms with the fact that your world has changed and will never be the same, but that you can live in this new world with meaning – and even thrive, says Boss. After studying families in the aftermath of 9/11, she devised six guidelines for coping with ambiguous loss. In Connect, she stresses that they are not linear, and that the aim is to help build resilience. 1 FIND MEANING Focus on making sense of loss and finding a new purpose, whether writing a book (as I have done about my son* ), creating…

For more than a decade, the Santam Women of the Future Awards, in association with FAIRLADY and TRUELOVE, has been a powerful platform, celebrating the bold, innovative and resilient women shaping South Africa’s business landscape. As we enter our 11th year, we’re more committed than ever to recognising and empowering the women who dare to dream – and make their dreams a reality. Whether you’ve just launched your business, are making a difference in your community or have been steering your own enterprise for years, this is your moment. We believe that women-led businesses have the power to transform our economy and redefine the future, and we want to celebrate you! Winning one of the three awards is more than an accolade – it’s a game-changer with cash prizes to…

Being a bit pale, a bit dizzy and a bit tired doesn’t sound all that dramatic, does it? But in reality anaemia can have debilitating effects, ranging from mild fatigue, weakness, breathlessness, pallor, dizziness, headaches and heart palpitations to full-on heart failure, organ damage and death. Having anaemia means you have too few healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen from your lungs to your body’s cells to create energy for a variety of processes – from digestion to thinking. The World Health Organization estimates that 30% of all women, and 37% of pregnant women, are anaemic. Women of reproductive age (15–49) and children are most at risk because of the increased demands on iron stores from menstrual blood loss, pregnancy and growth, which can result in iron deficiency anaemia…

‘There’s what they call “bronde”, which is like a brown-blonde. It’s also called teddy-bear blonde or old-money blonde.’ HAIR Lived-in hair colour ‘Lived-in colour is still very popular,’ says Shanti O’Hagan, head stylist and managing partner at Mop hair salon in Cape Town. This look is achieved with shadowed, blended roots, a soft balayage look, and a money piece (‘We call it a face-frame in our salon’), which gives an accent of brightness around the face. ‘It’s slow to grow out, so it gives you longevity.’ Teddy-bear blonde, mocha brunette & copper The hair colours trending in 2025? ‘For blondes in general, we’re definitely seeing a move towards warmer, more golden-beige shades,’ Shanti says. ‘There’s what they call “bronde”, which is like a brownblonde. It’s also called teddy-bear blonde or…

The magic’s in the mix Layer different textures for a multidimensional look. The sheer knitted top plays off the texture of the shaggy jacket, the embellishment on the skirt and the slouchiness of the boots. Biker chic meets boho For a contemporary twist on boho styling, pair a leather jacket with a classic bohemian printed cotton dress. Known as ‘moto boho’, the look effortlessly blends edgy and free-spirited elements. The gathering Soften the look of an unbleached denim maxi skirt by wearing it with a romantic blouse in a pastel colour. The blouse’s crease-effect fabric echoes the skirt’s gathering details. Print run Prints are a key part of the boho trend. Layer paisley, floral and geometric designs in earthy, warm tones to give you that classic boho-chic feel. Cut to…

IT’S NOT CALLED A MA-TINI FOR NOTHING… Make yourself a martini for Mother’s Day on 11 May – to celebrate yourself or your own mother. Oh, go on, it’s the least you can do. Here’s the classic recipe: INGREDIENTS • gin (of course it’s gin, although James Bond would disagree)• dry vermouth• ice• twist of lemon/1–3 olives on a toothpick/a dash of olive brine, to serve METHOD • Add five parts gin and one part dry vermouth to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. • Shake to chill and pour immediately (otherwise it’ll become too diluted). • Add garnish of choice. • Bask in your own approval! A curious point of view There are many books about giving up alcohol forever – or just drinking more mindfully – as the…

Ask the store to set an item aside for you overnight, and give some thought to whether you really need it. THE SECRET TO SHOPPING SALES LIKE A STYLIST Sales can be a way to go broke saving money – or the source of fab finds. Here’s how professional stylists approach them:  Go prepared. ‘Identify pieces you wear most and the gaps in your wardrobe that need filling, so that what you buy is necessary and functional,’ says fashion expert and luxury brand founder Elisa Dahan.  Peruse the entire store for an overview, selecting pieces as you go. Then peruse again with a clearer idea of all available options. What to pick out as you go? ‘Highquality essentials like great denims, thick cotton T-shirts, good knits, and a long coat…

Part bustling metropolis, part hiker’s paradise, Hong Kong was not what I expected. At all. For one, I was told it was unbearably muggy and pit-stain-inducingly hot. To be fair, I cheated my way out of that one by going in December, when the usually smoggy skies are clear and blue, the humidity abates, and the weather is pleasantly cool. (For the locals, this is the dead of winter, and they dress accordingly – I saw many people in thick coats and boots on a sunny 21°C day.) I had also braced myself for crowds, of which there were plenty. But somehow, even though the city is packed with people, it doesn’t feel overwhelmingly crowded. Pedestrians are polite, wait their turn, and move as one through the streets. There’s no…

PROFESSOR THULI MADONSELA Director of the Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) in the Faculty of Law at Stellenbosch University, and the Law Trust Research Chair Professor of Law in Social Justice Studies Prof Thuli Madonsela has been on the Women of the Future judging panel since 2015. The former Public Protector of South Africa and full-time commissioner on the South African Law Reform Commission founded the Thuma Foundation for Democracy Leadership and Literacy, and is a member of the African Academy of Sciences. She was recently appointed to the UN Scientific Advisory Board and as chairperson of Cities Alliance, a global partnership fighting urban poverty. She enjoys international recognition, including having been named one of Time magazine’s 100 Most Influential People in the World in 2014, and being the recipient…

After cancer, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is the most feared medical condition – ahead of stroke, HIV, diabetes and depression, according to a study published in Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics. And those most afraid are women – for good reason. We are twice as likely to develop the debilitating and incurable condition because we live longer, and old age is the biggest risk factor for AD and dementia. All this makes the findings of the 2024 Lancet Commission on dementia prevention, intervention and care a cause for hope – and a call to action. For its third report (the previous two were released in 2017 and 2020), an international team of dementia experts reviewed hundreds of observational studies from across the world, and concluded that dementia was linked to 14…

Q Your values – respect for people, animals and the environment – align with modern sensibilities, yet you’ve held these beliefs for more than 50 years. What made you so forward-thinking? A My journey in beauty began early – at the age of 13 – when I asked for my first job at Salão Dona Nida, a small beauty salon in my hometown of Alvorada do Sul, Brazil. At that moment, I wasn’t just looking for a trade; I wanted to transform how people saw and felt about themselves. I was persistent until I was given the opportunity to start as an assistant. It was there, sweeping hair and closely observing every cut, colour and transformation, that I realised beauty is much more than aesthetics – it has the power…