Innehållsförteckning för October 2019 från True Love

When brainstorming the current issue with the team, I couldn’t contain my laughter when one of the ladies suggested we do a feature on marriage weight. Basically, marriage weight is when the comfort of blissful matrimony leads to gaining weight. I had never heard of such a concept, as I’m constantly battling weight gain on any given day [Chuckles]! Our feature on DNA Analysis (page 94) delves deeper into how testing your DNA make-up could give you the secret to longevity. Literally, what your body thrives on, food to eat or stay away from, and the perfect exercise regime best suited to you. A few months ago, while travelling from an event in Bloemfontein, I had the pleasure of meeting fitness extraordinaire Takkies, of Dancing In Heels. She praised how…

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Plaits are trending on international runways and red carpets alike. The two-line braids are effortless, yet chic. Leave them loose at the ends to create a curly finish, or tie them up into a tight bun for a formal vibe. Here’s how to create this sassy look. THE TWO- LINE PLAITS IN 7 STEPS STEP 1: PART YOUR HAIR DOWN THE MIDDLE USING A TAIL COMB – FROM THE FRONT OF YOUR HEAD TO THE BACK. SECURE THE HAIR ON THE LEFT SIDE WITH A SCRUNCHIE SO IT DOESN’T GET IN THE WAY OF YOUR FIRST PLAIT. STEP 2: PUT A SMALL AMOUNT OF GEL ON THE EDGES OF THE HAIR ON THE RIGHT SIDE AND BRUSH UPWARD AND AWAY FROM YOUR FACE — THIS WILL ENSURE YOUR PLAITS LOOKS…

K NAOMI, MEDIA PERSONALITY “FRESH AND SUBTLE, YET LONG-LASTING IS WHAT I LOOK FOR IN A PERFUME.” KAMO MODISAKENG, ACTRESS “A STRONG SCENT THAT’S FEMININE BUT ALSO HAS A MASCULINE ENERGY..” TSHEGO MANCHE, BEAUTY INFLUENCER “SOMETHING THAT TURNS HEADS AND ANNOUNCES THAT I’VE ENTERED THE ROOM.” KEFILWE MABOTE, LIFESTYLE INFLUENCER “I LOVE A UNIQUE, MYSTERIOUS, ALLURING AND FRESH FRAGRANCE.” THANDI GAMA, BEAUTY INFLUENCER “A SOFT, FLORAL AND ROMANTIC SCENT THAT’S REFRESHING AND LONG-LASTING.”…

It’s the morning of our October cover shoot and I arrive at Morrells Boutique Hotel — our set for the day — to loud music pumping in the background and Anele’s booming voice laughing at something the make-up artist had just said. After introducing myself, I step outside to make room for the tons of heels Anele’s brought, as well as the sea of sequinned items our fashion team’s sourced. Photographer extraordinaire, Nick Boulton, arrives and Anele literally jumps out of her chair to greet him. Their casual banter points to a relationship that spans years. At that moment, I knew this would be one of our most relaxed and entertaining cover shoots ever. Fast-forward to the day of the interview…I arrive at Anele’s house nervous as a first-grader on…

Is a hotdog a sandwich? Why or why not? Apparently yes! A sandwich is two or more slices of bread, or a split roll or bun with a filling in between. What’s the most ridiculous fact you know? It’s impossible to sneeze with your eyes open. What kind of secret society would you like to start? I’d probably start a group where women leaders scout and identify potential in young female students and give them internships and job opportunities. What’s your general feeling about women? Women are such powerful forces, once we’ve identified the light within us, we’re unstoppable! What is popular now that everyone will look back on in five years with embarrassment? People’s opinions on social media! Some people take their freedom of speech too far and don’t…

ON LOVE IN INTOLERANT TIMES… Courtnaé: “Love should never be about internalising society’s rigid expectations and boxing yourself in. Looking at Quintessa, don’t you think society wishes for her to have a husband, kids and a white picket fence? But does she want all of that? No! We define love for ourselves, and it’s the only definition that matters!” Quintessa: “Love is a blessing, and not everyone is lucky to experience it wholeheartedly and freely. We live in a society where it’s hard for people to express themselves and exist as who they are. We’re happy, but also know that it isn’t the same for everyone. One of the reasons I love Pride Month is that it gives everyone a platform to be themselves without social pressures.” ON…

Assess your overall debt. You can, either, first pay off the debt (s) with the highest interest rate or target your smallest debt and then move on to the bigger debt. Build an emergency fund. An emergency fund should, at least, be six months of your salary. Your debt elimination plan is worth nothing if you don’t have an emergency fund. Have an annual savings target. This will push you harder to save — even if it means taking on another job. Sometimes, people focus so much on their salaries that they completely forget about other means of making money. What are you saving or investing for? Remember that there is a big difference between the two. Saving is short-term and it’s money that you will most likely spend. Investing,…

The Internet of Things (IoT): This refers to the concept of inter-connectivity – that devices can be connected to each other and to the internet. An increasingly common example of IoT is being able to control household functions, such as switching on a coffee machine or being able to see who is at your front gate when you’re not at home! Big Data: The big is a reference to both the size and value of information that can be collected about human behaviour and interactions. Companies who retrieve this can process and then apply what they learn. Instead of surveys, for example, businesses can use big data to assess customer preferences. Augmented Reality: Unlike virtual reality which creates make believe, augmented reality superimposes technology on something from the real world.…

Imagine consulting a sangoma in the comfort of your own home, via Skype, a WhatsApp video call, FaceTime, or even Instagram DM? Better yet, imagine visiting her in her indumba that is not only filled with the smell of impepho (incense) but also imithi (medicine) packaged in jars and bottles. You watch her murmur to the ancestors while she wraps her acrylic-nail manicured hands around the bones she uses as a means of communication and shakes them before throwing them to the ground. Her nails aren’t the only thing that fixates your eyes on her, but also her expensive weave resting on her shoulders and lips glistening with gloss. You were assured by your friends that she’s the real deal though, and the beaded chains around her neck, as well…

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CREAMED AVOCADO WITH SALMON SPREAD ON BISCUITS Makes: 16 Prep Time: 15 mins Ingredients 1 avocado 2 tsps lemon juice ½ cup creamed cheese Black pepper to taste 1 packet salty biscuits 200 g salmon ribbons Method 1. In a blender, place avocado, lemon juice and creamed cheese, blend to a smooth paste, and season with black pepper. 2. Spread the avocado mixture on the biscuits and top with salmon ribbons and avocado slices. VETKOEK AND CURRIED MINCE Makes: 16 Prep Time: 30 mins Ingredients 500 g ready-made vetkoek mix Oil for frying 4 T sunflower oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp ginger, crushed 500 g lean minced beef 2 T medium curry 1 T hot curry 2 T tomato paste 1 x 410 g…

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Tell us more about yourself. I'm a professional make-up artist, as well as the founder and creative director of Vuyo Varoy Lifestyle Emporium and Sir Varoy. I was born in Cape Town and I have four sisters — that makes me the only boy in our family. I studied fashion design at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology and moved to Joburg in 2004 to intern at e.tv as a wardrobe stylist — this is where I was introduced to make-up artistry. I then enrolled for a course at PMU (a professional make-up school). I joined M.A.C Cosmetics as a make-up artist in 2007 and six months later, I got approved to work backstage at SA Fashion Week. During that year, the company sent me to Las Vegas for an…

Ponytails have become longer and fiercer than ever before! Here are three ways to rock this style: SUPER SLEEK The sleeker, the better. Flatten the hair by applying a styling gel, and use a hair mist daily to keep the ponytail well-nourished. HIGH AND LONG To create a high and long ponytail, you need to: keep your head downwards, gather the hair at the top of your head, secure it with a stretchy headband, and slip on an extension. This hairstyle can strain your hairline, so strengthen it by applying an essential oil. You can spice it up by plaiting the ponytail into twists, or using a styler to create a straight and smooth look. NO FRIZZ While wearing this style, apply a hydrating cream, and a conditioning spray twice…

ACCESSORISE Hair accessories have dominated the SS19 runways. Jazz up your afro with hairbands, hair clips, or metallic beads. Accessories tend to pull the hair and lead to breakage, so ensure that you aren’t wearing them for too long. Keep your tresses nourished with a hydrating mask and a conditioning spray. “Condition your hair so that it is soft and manageable when inserting accessories,” says Zola Ngejane, a natural hair stylist at Urban Zulu Hair Salon in downtown Jozi. TIED UP Pigtails and knots are no longer for kids. Ciara rocked afro pigtails at the 2019 Met Gala, and models sported big knots at the runway shows for Moschino and Dior. For this look, use a styling gel to flatten your natural hair, and a holding mist to maintain your…

1 NORMAL AND COMBINATION SKIN Normal skin heals beautifully and ages slowly with less visible pores, smooth texture, and few sensitivity issues. The best ingredients to maintain radiant skin are zinc oxide and titanium dioxide. Apply a serum to moisturise the skin, and stimulate collagen and elastin. - Dr Alek Nikolic, Executive Director Aesthetic: Facial Enhancement at Skinmiles.com and Skin Ingredients (Pty) Ltd 2 Using a broad-spectrum sunscreen and Vitamin A is the best thing you can do for your skin. Vitamin A has the ability to normalise how skin cells work, and it forms the basis of a normal, healthy and well-functioning skin. – Solé Joubert, Environ Skincare SA Brand Manager 3 Combination skin describes any condition where the skin has more than one skin type, concern or issue. Use…

One thing people don’t know about me… I once shot a movie with Trevor Noah where I played Pinkie, a township hair salon owner. Favourite childhood memory… My late mom was a big fan of freshly baked and steamed bread. So that, and Brooke Benton playing in the background. Favourite holiday destination…It’s a toss-up between Croatia and Port St Johns. I love the latter for its beautiful people and warm water. I’m always there with friends because it’s an hour from my hometown, Umtata. Croatia was simply amazing. Favourite social media… Definitely Twitter. I love words! Flats or heels… I’m definitely a flats kinda girl. But in all honesty, I prefer to be barefoot. My top three tunes… Mbongeni Ngema’s Vuma Dlozi Lami, Beyoncés Smash Into You and Whitney Houston’s…

Are you usually early or late? I usually make it to my appointments on time but when I’m overwhelmed, then I run late. What would you rate 10/10 and why? Savoury African food — when it’s done right, it’s lit! It really takes me to another level. African culture and diversity can be tasted in our spices, and it’s the most beautiful thing to experience. We can literally taste the differences in our food. What job would you be terrible at and why? I was once a gardener and I was terrible at it. I used to mow the lawnmower cable (cut over it) all the time, and it would result in me getting an electric shock. It was not pleasant at all. What age do you wish you could…

In August, the JSE partnered with TRUE LOVE to inspire women to take charge of their finances. A lot of emphasis was placed on women investing not only for themselves, but in each other through various initiatives geared at developing them. The JSE’s Group CFO Aarti Takoordeen emphasised the importance of South African women building a savings culture, as they influence the buying decisions in most households. Rapelang Rabana, a technology entrepreneur and founder of Rekindle Learning, encouraged women to invest and believe in themselves — regardless of their area of expertise. Woman and Finance founder and money columnist Mapalo Makhu urged the audience never to think of themselves as broke. A panel of keynote expert speakers empowered guests with investment goals, plans and financial facts. Meanwhile, mini spa treatments…

“Love is not the same as lust. But can there be romantic love without lust?” “Ntwana, really?” he says for a third time. “Cadre, at this juncture we must set up a commission of inquiry into umjolo to figure out what the hell is going on,” I say, with a generously put-on accent. It earns a laugh. “What is love ke, makunje?” I pull myself back from blurting out “Baby Don’t Hurt Me! Remember that song?” It is an appropriately silly response, but it’s perhaps a little too close to home. My friend is upset. He suspects that his girlfriend is cheating on him. I’m doing my best to distract him with a drink and loud music. I want to say there is nothing to fear; that it will all…

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STRAWBERRY SLUSH Makes : 3 cups Prep Time: 10 mins Ingredients 1 kg strawberries, ripe and frozen 2 cups ice 1/2 cup strawberry liqueur 1/2 cup vodka Juice of 1/2 lime Method 1. In a blender, place all ingredients together and blend. Serve very cold. CLASSIC SPRINGBOK SHOOTER Makes: 6 Prep Time: 1 min Ingredients 1 cup amarula liqueur 1 cup peppermint liqueur Method 1. Divide 25 ml of the liqueur into shooter glasses — starting with the amarula then peppermint liqueur. Let them slowly mix. Leave to stand for about 2 minutes before serving. POMEGRANATE CHERRY SPARKLER Makes: 6 to 8 Prep Time: 5 mins Ingredients 1/2 cup pomegranate Sparkling wine Cherry liqueur Fresh cherries for garnish Method 1. Pour a few pomegranates, and…

What’s better than learning and laughing together with your nearest and dearest — enjoying a meaty feast together, of course? SA Pork hosted the first-ever Meat Masterclass at the Capsicum Culinary Studio in Cape Town and HTA School of Culinary Art in Joburg, and boy, did our readers have a good time! Enthusiastic home cooks and loyal readers relished in the experience to learn some tasty new tricks and cook up a storm! The events kicked off with treats and refreshments as the would-be chefs mingled and gleaned interesting facts about the cost-effective and versatile pork. They had the opportunity to ask burning questions and learnt a thing or two, which will hopefully come handy when preparing meals at home. Next, they headed to the cooking studios where the keen…

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Afropunk Paris was awesome. It was my first time performing in Paris, and my second time in France. I always get excited performing for new audiences — I even jumped into the crowd. I first met Coldplay’s Chris Martin at the Global Citizen Festival but we never spoke. When I got off stage in Paris, he was backstage waiting for me. It was a memorable moment because he’s such a warm person. He told me he likes what I do and is a fan. I hope to work on an incredible project with him. I always have ideas or a melody so I create a lot of music. I like following a feeling or energy more than a genre — hence, I can draw inspiration from any place. I listen…

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For a stress and burn-free relaxer experience, follow these tips. Use a soft-toothed comb to brush your hair one week before relaxing it to prevent scratching your scalp and making it vulnerable to burns. Ensure that the hairdresser bases your scalp, hairline and ears well. Never wash your hair a week before relaxing it. If you have sores, avoid using chemicals until your scalp is completely healed. Use a relaxer suitable for your hair type. Relaxers are classified according to their strength – super, regular and mild. Don’t leave the relaxer on for too long as this will burn your scalp. The cream should sit for only 30 minutes at the most. Apply it to only new growth, and not to previously relaxed hair. If your scalp itches, do not…

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LERATO HUMA Age: 33 Occupation: Fashion designer and The LH Collection founder “I mainly wear oversized dresses and shirts, and a whole lot of black items. I needed a makeover because I have really boxed myself in where style is concerned. I definitely needed a fresh look for summer!” Lerato says. HAIR “Lerato arrived wearing a wig. As soon as she took it off, I noticed that she had a healthy afro underneath. I could tell that it was well taken care of, so I was impressed. I decided to do the half-and-half hairstyle — a top knot in front and a bushy afro at the back. I first divided her hair into two parts, from ear to ear, then created the knot using a Marley braid fibre. I used…

The GRL PWR Series came at a time in my life when I questioned my purpose. I felt like I needed to build something that was bigger than myself, and which would make a difference to the people around me. After sitting with my life coach, I knew conversations around women’s issues were something I was passionate about. My company, GRL PWR Production, was born this year. I’ve always wanted to venture into business and empower myself in that space. Because I had spent almost a year building the brand for the series, I wanted to take ownership of it and what it stands for! The bigger vision is to create jobs for women with the various projects I’ll have under the production agency! The sisterhood, confidence and healing I’ve…

Movie title that best describes my life is…The Pursuit of Happyness. A fictional place I would like to visit… Pandora, the exoplanetary moon in the science fiction film Avatar. Favourite piece of clothing… That is very hard because I cherish my whole wardrobe. If I were forced to choose, it would be a denim jacket, pair of jeans or any African-print pants. The most annoying question that people often ask me is…Can you sing for us? What three risks do you think are worth taking? To find and live your purpose, travel the world when you can — even on a tight budget, and to be giving of yourself to people and the things you’re passionate about.…

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When author, money columnist and founder of Woman and Finance — a personal finance blog — Mapalo Makhu took to the stage at the recent #JSESheInvests, guests commended her uplifting style of money talk. The event, organised by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, was geared towards encouraging women to invest in each other, as well as sharing pivotal money and investment lessons. “There are 12 months in a year, so make time to learn something new about money every month,” said Makhu, who also kept reminding attendees that they were not broke, but pre-rich. You’re Not Broke, You’re Pre-Rich also happens to be the title of her debut book, set for release in early October. The style of writing, she says, is very conversational. “I hope that people find it an…

The sector: Retail 4IR technology: Self-checkout counters Your move: Learn how self-checkout works in the e-commerce space. There is no teller when you buy online, yet customers are able to make purchases of the goods they are looking for. Most e-commerce sites allow you to park your goods in a cart, so experiment with a variety of sites to see how the various processes work. You can stop the purchase before making actual payment. But you can also start seeing which of your regular purchases can be digitised. When possible, be an online consumer so you can learn how the system works. When self-checkout is discussed or introduced in your company, you’ll already have functional and customer insights that could be really useful, and that may position you to…

Spring clean your life. When last did you use that food steamer? Is the popcorn maker even out of the box? There are things we accumulate over years simply because we can – the latest fads in food prep, the on-trend fitness gadget, the jewellery for that one costume party. These are things that won’t only de-clutter your life and bring you cash, but also won’t make a noticeable dent in your downgraded lifestyle. Avoid get-rich-quick and pyramid schemes. If your social media friend really thought you could become a millionaire from selling alkaline water and miracle herbal juices, wouldn’t they be living it up instead of wearing out their shoes on recruitment drives? Start an emergency fund. Put aside a little something every month for emergencies. When a rainy…

What are your non-negotiables? Where do you rate sex on your list of priorities? If it features nowhere, then you’re most likely one of those people who wouldn’t mind being in a relationship where the nookie is not good. How in touch are you with your sexuality? The more in touch you are with your wants and desires, the more mediocre sex will affect you. If it is high on the list of your priorities, then obviously a relationship that doesn’t cater for your sexual needs won’t work for you. What is good sex? Do you consider having an orgasm good sex, or is it based on the connection you have with that person? Communication can solve a lot of things, including bad intercourse. A lot of people settle for…

Wanting the ring and maintianing a healthy weight are not two conflicting desires. With a bit of focus and determination, you can have both. Be accountable. You share a large number of meals with your spouse. The two of you can agree that 80% of those meals will be healthy. That will curb weight gain for both of you. Do more. Watching Netflix is not the only way to spend quality time as a couple. Go cycling, hiking or swimming and visit museums and galleries on weekends. Being active is not only good for your body, but is a great bonding exercise too. Make yourself a priority. Yes, you’re busy and have many demands, but taking care of your health and weight is important for your wellbeing.…

“In 2015 I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I was 17 and doing Grade 11 at Southdowns College. I was oblivious to the changes that were about to happen in my life. Weirdly enough, earlier that year, one of our teachers called all the girls aside after assembly and shared her breast cancer story. She told us about the importance of self-checking and said one in every three women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Sitting in that room, I didn’t even think that I would be one of them. There wasn’t a build-up of events, but I woke up one morning and felt a huge lump on my left breast. It was blueish-green in colour but it didn’t hurt. I told my parents about it and we went to…

How did you fall in love with cooking? I woke up one day and decided to start recreating all the dishes I had eaten at restaurants, which led to me blogging in 2017. What's your favourite childhood food memory? My family and I would always prepare Sunday lunch after church, then sit around the table and feast. It was always such a beautiful scene to watch. What food resolution do you keep getting wrong? Trying to stick to a clean, healthy diet. What South African food are you crazy about? A good old braai with all types of meat, especially boerewors. I’m a big meat lover! What's your go-to quick dinner? Steak and green vegetables. What famous person would you love to cook for? Barack and Michelle Obama. I’d make…

Nolundi Mncwango, 47 An events specialist, wife, mother, daughter, sister and a lover of fun, Nolundi says she uses travelling to make new friends, spend time with family, and unwind. What fascinated you about Dubai? Their infrastructure is out of this world and the weather was perfect when we visited. We stayed at the Atlantis Palm Hotel, which has almost everything you can think of — including fun activities and different restaurants. I’m a New Year’s Day baby, so I really enjoyed their New Year’s Eve party and our stay. What would you recommend others try? The sand dunes, hiring a yacht, the helicopter ride, and definitely visiting their two big malls. Siya Toyi, 29 Eastern Cape-born commercial quality professional loves the finer side of life. What she loves the…

The actress and model, known for her role as Benni on Mzansi Magic’s The Queen, shares the top three songs that always get her in a jovial mood. TASHA COBBS -You Know My Name “I play this song most mornings when I need a reminder that there’s a Higher Power and a purpose in life, bigger than my personal and worldly expectations.” DESTINY’S CHILD - Survivor “My daughter and I jam to this song on her way to school. It gets me in a good mood.” NZOBELLA FEATURING CAIT DAVIES AND RAFF - Limitless “I love this song because I escape to another world when I listen to it. It makes me feel good.…

What to do when you’re stuck According to Robynne Farrell, managing director at 1st For Women Insurance, the first thing you should do when your car breaks down is to switch on your hazard warning lights, so that you’re visible to other motorists. If possible, roll your car to the yellow lane, or as close to the shoulder of the road as possible. When it’s safe to do so, get out and place your warning triangle 50 m behind your car. When convinced of the safety of your vehicle, return to the car and lock all doors. If you’re scared that your vehicle might get hit from behind, don’t stay inside — rather stand at a safe distance away from the car. What’s next? Once settled, contact your insurance or…