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FAIRLADY is a modern, glossy grown-up magazine that offers great stories and inspired solutions to the busy South African woman.

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FAIRLADY NEWSLETTER • A SPECIAL GROUP OF FAIRLADY READERS TO GET EXCLUSIVE CONTENT AND GIVEAWAYS

WHAT WE’RE loving RIGHT NOW! • We’ve got our feet pedi-ed, our hands cosseted and our skin hydrated, and we have places to go. Autumn, here we come!

STYLE icons • Introducing three very different aesthetics: minimal and monochromatic, classics with a kick, and whimsical country living plus some sparkle.

Desiree Jearey • Designer, owner and Jill of all trades behind the slow fashion brand Desray

Raya Rossi • Stylist turned visual director, dress designer and collector of books

THE WHY, THE WHICH & the wardrobe

I’ll do it tomorrow • Painting your nails on deadline? Procrastination often gets written off as laziness, or poor time management. But experts say it’s more complex than that.

The 6 PROCRASTINATOR TYPES

WATER MARKED • Mother’s Day is on 14 May this year. But the Sunday before that is a day few have heard of: International Bereaved Mother’s Day, for moms who have lost a child. I am one.

OUTSIDE the 9-TO-5 • From a pet psychic to a human lie detector, these four women have eschewed traditional careers to pursue unusual interests.

Look who’s talking

Big little lies

Set dressing

MAKING A splash • It’s been an eventful awards season, mostly thanks to one woman: the indisputable star of the biggest breakout show of the last two years: The White Lotus*. At 61, Jennifer Coolidge has finally reached a long-awaited career peak.

Is SEX ESSENTIAL for aHAPPY MARRIAGE?

11 WAYS TO FEEL BETTER in 10 minutes or less • … because we could all do with a mood boost right now.

Welcome to the RENÉESSANCE • She had us at ‘hello’. From single mother Dorothy Boyd to the murderous Roxie Hart, Renée Zellweger was Hollywood’s darling… until she disappeared. Now she’s back, second Oscar in hand, and putting herself first.

A comma, not a full stop • In 2017, Nikki Bush’s life was shattered when her husband was murdered during a home invasion. She shares her journey through grief, healing and finding purpose.

The GREEN HEART of Europe • Slovenia’s popularity as a travel destination is on the rise. Visitors are flocking to this small Central European country to experience its pristine natural beauty, thriving culinary scene and outdoor adventures.

*Add to cart* • Welcome to the future of online shopping! These entrepreneurs are celebrating homegrown talent and changing the way we shop online for local designer goods.

CYBERCRIME: THE GREATEST BUSINESS RISK OF OUR TIME

❛Children, set the table. Your mother needs a moment to herself❜ • She might be fictional, but that hasn’t stopped Elizabeth Zott from changing lives. Armed with a No. 2 pencil in her hair (to ward off assaults) and a complete refusal to abide by society’s norms, she’s become a feminist icon. Meet her creator, Bonnie Garmus.

Q&A with Bonnie

Lessons in Chemistry Chapter 2: Pine

I’m staying, but should my money? • The South African economy represents only about 1% of the global economy, so it makes sense to put some of your cash to work in another country.

Calling ALL WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS! • Want to showcase your business? We’re excited to invite you to enter – or to nominate an amazing woman entrepreneur to enter – the ninth annual Santam Women of the Future Awards, in association with FAIRLADY and TRUELOVE.

MEET THE judges • Our panel embodies the qualities we are looking for in our future stars.

WELLBEING • Boost your...