Fairlady Jul/Aug 2025

I’m a total fan-girl when it comes to Nora Ephron, who wrote all of Meg Ryan’s best roles. I loved seeing the clear relationship between them in our story on page 38. (Acting out the orgasm scene in When Harry Met Sally was actually Meg Ryan’s idea.) Nora is one of the most human writers I’ve ever read – not just her romantic comedies, which of course are way better than anyone else’s, but pretty much everything she did, including her recipes. She once said, ‘Everything is copy,’ and she acted on that, channelling the anger and hurt of her divorce from Carl Bernstein (pompous ass that he was) into the brilliant Heartburn. Good riddance, and good for her. One of the best things about her – and you can…

Write to flmag@fairlady.com – and remember to put the word ‘Letters’ in the subject line. Winning letter A new chapter? Reading your article ‘Why is thin back in?’ (March/April 2025) stirred up a wave of unexpected emotion for me. As a woman who came of age during that time, I remember vividly how extreme thinness wasn’t just celebrated – it was the only accepted standard of beauty. We didn’t just admire those thin bodies; we measured our own worth against them. We learnt early that desirability and self-acceptance were conditional on size. The relentless messaging around dieting shaped not only how I saw myself but also what I believed I had to be to deserve attention or even just basic acceptance. The current Ozempic craze may feel like a new…

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1 Cute to boot I received a pair of Toni Pons glittery Chelsea boots as a gift, and I have to say they’re amazing. The insole is lined, so it’s soft, with good cushioning. They’re perfect for winter, especially when you spend every Saturday next to a hockey or rugby field. It’s a big plus that the soles are non-slip. I love the silvery colour; it goes with everything. Toni Pons Calgary boots (R1900), tonipons.co.za – Annelee 2 Sun-kissed Give me a multipurpose skincare/makeup product and I’m already halfway sold. The SPF element is important too – it’s the one step I rarely skip. So The Laser Beautique’s Sun-Kissed Tinted SPF 50 ticks a few boxes for me: antioxidant-rich moisturiser, sunblock and tint in one, with lovely packaging as a…

‘My personal style is refined and quietly confident. I love timeless silhouettes and quality fabrics. I believe fashion should never shout; it should be subtle and intentional.’…

‘My style is bold yet intentional – every outfit I wear tells a story and reflects how I feel that day. For me, fashion is a language; it’s how I express my mood, my creativity, and the woman I choose to be in that moment.’…