Traditional African Wear Instagram 2021

Ntombobom is like a candy store for those who love and adore Xhosa traditional attire, commonly known as umbhaco. Artists such as Simphiwe Dana and Tony Gum have recently worn items by Ntombobom.In Botswana seshweshwe is known as German print, as a nod to its origins, and when worn formally it is called Leteisi. In Lesotho, the traditional blankets are the thing both men and women wear during formal occasions


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Traditional Attires South Africa 2021

Although this is celebrated only in South Africa, the continent has an explosion of sartorial expressions, and some are increasingly becoming more widespread as communication between regions becomes more fluid. There’s been a boom in dashiki print fabric, with shirts and dresses a global fashion choice in the last couple of years. No longer a Ghanaian expression only (and also beloved of African-Americans), Kente prints have made a surprising jump, and are now being seen in Southern Africa as well. These are just prints we’re seeing in places like Malawi and South Africa, and usually not the real handwoven textiles made in Ghana.
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South African Traditional Wedding

The most traditional order of the processional is ushers in pairs, followed by bridesmaids in pairs, followed by the maid of honor, ring bearer, and flower girl. The bride enters last, escorted by her father (unless your preference or religion dictates that she be escorted by both parents). In the most traditional weddings, the processional music is the same for the entire wedding party. The officiant greets the guests and, if this is a religious wedding, leads a brief opening prayer. He or she also (optionally) asks who gives the bride in marriage. If you plan to have readings, these follow.

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TAMARYN GREEN CROWNED MISS SA 2018

Tamaryn beat 11 other dazzling young women from across the country to scoop the prestigious crown.

She will also represent the country on a global stage at Miss Universe SA.  Tamaryn made it to the top two and beat 26-year-old, University of Cape Town graduate Thulisa Keyi who walked away with the Miss World SA title.

Tamaryn is a 23-year-old medical student from the Western Cape.

The dazzling medical student and model bowled judges over when she told them that she would use her medical knowledge to heal people. “I want to empower women to be the best version of themselves.”

Bonang Matheba lived up to her title as ‘host with the most’ as she blew the live audience and viewers at home away with her on-point presenting skills and her fashion slayage.

Reigning Miss Universe Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters looked regal in a sophisticated grey figure-hugging gown and got major love from the audience.

“Miss Universe must be unapologetic, beautiful, demonstrate credibility and grace under pressure. She loves her country and knows this will always be home.”

Outgoing Miss SA Adè van Heerden said that she handed the crown over with a full heart.

Tonight also marked 60 years since the Miss SA pageant first started and  nearly 40 former Miss South Africa title holders took to the stage for a beautiful tribute.

Tamaryn walks away with a lucrative R3-million prize package, which includes a R1-million cash prize and a fully-furnished apartment for the year of her reign, and a Nis

With the excitement, I actually forgot I won so much money – Miss SA Tamaryn Green

Newly crowned Miss South Africa, Tamaryn Green didn’t get a wink of sleep last night because of the “excitement and adrenalin” that came with scooping the coveted crown.

Tamaryn who is a 23-year-old medical student from Paarl in the Western Cape beat 11 other young women, when she went home with the Miss SA title at Sun Arena in Pretoria on Sunday night.

An elated Tamaryn told TshisaLIVE on Monday that she battled to find words to express the way she was feeling.

“To be honest I didn’t sleep at all because of the excitement and adrenalin, but it all hit me when I watched a video of the moment my name was called out. It all happened so fast that I didn’t have time to process the emotions, so when I watched the video I became emotional. I can’t believe that a dream I had for so long became a reality, and that I am living my dream.”

The beauty queen will also represent the country at the Miss Universe pageant later this year, while runner up Thulisa Keyi walked away with the Miss World SA title and will strut her stuff at that competition.

Tamaryn walked away with a prize package worth R3-million and includes a R1-million cash prize, a swanky Sandton apartment for the year of her reign and a Nissan Qashqai.

When asked about what she was going to do with all that guap, Tamaryn said she honestly didn’t have a clue yet.

“I actually forgot that I had won so much money and someone reminded me this morning. I have no idea what I’m going to do with it, but I want to give something back to my parents for putting me through my studies and being there.”

Before the Miss SA pageant, Tamaryn said life was all about studying and that her entire life changed the moment the crown was placed on her head.

She said she was looking forward to meeting new people and the exciting journey that lay ahead of her.

“I am passionate about children’s health and educating mothers on how to prevent child illness and diseases because it is prevalent in South Africa, so this is definitely something I will use this new platform to focus on.”