Bonang Matheba is no stranger to high fashion, she is as at home on the red carpet as she is on her reality TV Show, hosting a huge event or on the cover of a magazine. Read on to see the rules of style we’ve gleaned from one of the most consistent BellaStylistas on the continent.
Denim is A Wardrobe Staple
Be like Bonang and treat denim like a wardrobe must have – whether it’s cute cut-offs or distressed jeans, it’s a seminal piece in your fashion arsenal. Pair your denim with anything from lightweight, billowy blouses to the ultimate foolproof summer outfit formula – A pair of jeans and a crisp white shirt. Or you can go fully fashion forward with a kimono-style robe. Either way, our guess is, denim will be on heavy rotation in your wardrobe.
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Co-ords the Word
The first step to working your coords is choosing the right print or color. Go for a color palette that flatter your skin tone like Bonang. You can also opt for prints that elongate your frame like her striped set. Coords are perfect for playful weekend outfits – paired with sneakers or sandals. For events, amp it up with edgy and polished with badass heels and heavy metal jewelry.
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Monochromatic Magic
Head to toe colour sounds far harder than it actually is. Let us assure you that is not the case. Bonang knows that one of the most noteworthy trends in the last few seasons is embracing this effortless approach to dressing up. There’s just something so glamorous about this fresh take on colour, and it has the added bonus of making getting dressed much easier. Not only do you look instantly chic in a well planned monochrome outfit, you can also experiment with shape and silhouette, or opt for hues in the same color palette for the perfect fashion girl ensemble.
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High Octane Glamour or Not At All
Bonang Matheba is famous for dazzling on the red carpet and has worn several looks that, to this day, still captures the imagination of the public. This fashionista knows that sometimes the only way to go is high octane glamour turned up to the nth degree. We trust Bonang when it comes to history making style moments, and are always excited when she’s hosting a show or appearing on a red carpet because we are always 100% sure it’ll be epic.
Like Bonang, make sure you go hard or go home, there’s nothing worse than looking unsure or like you did it halfway. Let your confidence shine when opting for breathtaking looks like this Gert-Johan Coetzee number with floaty layers of cloud-like organza for her stunningly executed 30th birthday party.
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