Celeb looks that win five stars

Published Dec 20, 2015

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It was a year of fun, fashion hits and fashion misses. Being a star unfortunately comes with the expectation of ensuring one is always looking the part. I feel sorry for celebs who think we are interested only in their talent. Admittedly, we are a shallow generation, who expect to see our celebrities looking like A-listers even when they go grocery shopping.

Here is a wrap-up of the celebrities who earned five gold stars on our list:

 

  2015 HITS

In no particular order:

Somizi Mhlongo wowed this year. This is one personality who never ceases to amaze. He brought South African Idols back to life with his character and sense of style. Many people tuned into the show just to see how he was dressed.

 

We cannot fault the Queen Bee Bonang Matheba for taking being a brand and a celebrity very seriously. It was a turbulent year for Matheba but she continued to keep our fashion appetite satisfied. Her look at the pineapple Ciroc event was my best look of the year.

 

This was definitely Nomzamo Mbatha’s year. Even grannies and aunties were curious to know this child called Nomzamo. Kudos to the team behind the star. Clearly, they mean business and have ensured that Mbatha plays with her fellow A-list contenders with ease. I loved her look at the Style Awards in November.

 

JSomething of Mi Casa also caused a stir when he won the GQ Best Dressed Man award. Some top designers were quoted in the papers saying he is an “average dresser”. I think his look has evolved and is getting snappier. Don’t worry J: as you celebrities always say, haters will always hate.

 

2015 MISSES

Our list is like the South African Department of Education: we never blatantly call people failures because we don’t want to crush people’s self-esteem. The following celebrities are very creative and they have displayed great talent over the years. We do, however, note that there is room for improvement. It is nothing a professional stylist cannot fix.

 

Cassper Nyovest might have shamed the devil and filled up the Dome but Brother Man needs to up his wardrobe game. When you think of the Mama I Made It star, nothing comes to mind except for a cap. His look is rather bland and needs a bit of edge.

Another thing we are hoping for in 2016 is for Nyovest to stop sweating the small stuff. Whingeing on social media is for novices.

 

Rhythm City actress Samkelo Ndlovu needs to invest in a top- notch stylist.

Celebs her age are busy slaying left, right and centre and I see no reason why she should not be in the mix of Mzansi’s IT girls. Come on girl, you can do this!

I hear that Minister of Communications Faith Muthambi travels to Venda every weekend for consultations with her stylist.

I was finished when I heard this piece of information because I think this stylist is not only doing the minister a disservice, but we all know who pays for all those trips.

Ma’am, if you are going to make such frequent trips, please can they be worth the taxpayers’ money, at least.

Your stylist needs to find another day job. I have no words for her.

Even my grandmother from rural Limpopo dresses better.

 

We all love and respect the public protector, Thuli Madonsela, but the hairstyle needs to go.

I think it has served its time and it’s time for a new look.

Ministers have come and gone and some because of her sterling work. It is only fitting that next year we should see a new look from the public protector’s office.

Please don’t fiddle with your wardrobe. It ticks all the right boxes. Just get a new hairdresser. With all due respect, please. I hope my tone sounds humble enough.

 

PERSONALITIES TO LOOK OUT FOR IN 2016:

Solomon Sebothoma’s star is on the rise. He played strong roles in e.tv’s Matatiele and M-Net’s telenovella, The Road.

Fans are warming to his natural acting abilities and his charming good looks.

 

Nomisupasta is fast becoming a hit in the Afro-jazz and pop scene. The girl has got soul for days.

The eccentric musician embarked on a tour of Swaziland and Mozambique on Friday. Next year will see her in Namibia and Tanzania.

Her international profile is quite impressive as well. My advice is, “work on your style, girlfriend!”

 

Every third person you meet at an event is wearing a Maria McCloy design.

African prints have become such a common part of everyday looks; they are no longer reserved for one day of the year, on Heritage Day.

After coining it at the Maboneng Precinct, McCloy has extended her reach and is now at The Workshop in Newtown.

The Sunday Independent

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