As women, we know when a brand truly understands us — our lifestyle, our pace, our bodies, and our desire to feel confident at every stage of life. And this season, Miladys has done something extraordinary. The beloved South African womenswear brand has unveiled its first-ever Store of the Future at Canal Walk, and it’s more than just a new look… it’s a new era. Walking into the space feels like stepping into a world designed with you in mind. The store blends warm textures, natural tones and modern open-plan layouts that make shopping feel calm, beautiful, and intuitive. It’s elevated without being intimidating — luxurious yet deeply comforting. A place that celebrates women, just as we are. “At the heart of what we do is our customer, and our goal is to make her shopping experience uplifting and enjoyable.” — Natalie Wills, Managing Director at Miladys This fresh design direction, created by National Visual Merchandising Manager Leigh Seager and the Mr Price Group store desi...
This past Friday, 9th May 2025, I found myself back at Ostrich Farm in Cape Town for my third ULTRA Music Festival—and it was nothing short of incredible. From the euphoric beats of Martin Garrix lighting up the Main Stage to the deeper sounds of Culoe De Song on the Resistance stage, the energy was electric. But this year came with an exciting twist: I had the pleasure of being hosted by Philip Morris South Africa (PMSA), who showcased their latest ZYN nicotine pouches. As someone curious about wellness trends and emerging alternatives in the lifestyle space, I was intrigued to learn more about this product that’s making waves globally. ZYN is a tobacco-free, smoke-free nicotine pouch designed for adult nicotine users. It’s already available in over 35 global markets, and its presence at a music festival like ULTRA marks a bold statement from PMSA about a cleaner, more considerate way to consume nicotine. What makes ZYN stand out? For one, the convenience. These small pouches are disc...