5 Reasons to buy our June/July'26 Disruptors Issue

This season, GLAMOUR celebrates the disruptors—those bold individuals redefining what success looks like and challenging the status quo across fashion, beauty, business, entertainment and culture. Our June/July 2026 issue is dedicated to a new generation of changemakers who are proving that there is no single path to making an impact. Whether you're looking for inspiration, practical beauty advice or the latest fashion trends, here's why this issue deserves a place on your coffee table.

Meet our inspiring cover stars

Gracing the cover are three women who embody the spirit of disruption: DJ Zinhle, Ponahalo and Naliyani Uma. Each has carved out a unique lane in her respective industry, inspiring countless others to dream bigger and embrace authenticity. Through exclusive conversations, they share the lessons they've learned, the challenges they've overcome and how they're continuing to evolve while remaining true to themselves.

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Youth Month Spotlight: Our Disruptors’ Issue Cover Star, Ponahalo on blocking out the noise, community, and living her dreams

Exclusive interviews with industry trailblazers

Go beyond the headlines with intimate interviews featuring some of the most exciting names shaping South African entertainment. Internationally acclaimed DJ duo TxC open up about taking their sound to the global stage, building careers on their own terms and expressing themselves through music and style. We also sit down with The Polygamist star Luyanda Zwane, who shares the woman behind the screen, revealing the people who inspire her, the values that keep her grounded and what's next in her journey.

Luyanda Zwane. Image: Instagram/@luyanda_zwane

Fashion inspiration for the season

Refresh your wardrobe with our carefully curated edit of winter fashion essentials. From timeless structured coats and statement heels to stylish luggage perfect for your next winter escape, we've rounded up investment pieces worth adding to your closet. Plus, if you've noticed the return of '90s fashion, you're not alone. We explore the revival of nostalgic trends like Capri pants, coordinated skirt suits and other throwback favourites making a stylish comeback with a modern twist.

Beauty that celebrates everyone

Our beauty pages spotlight accessible, high-performing brands that are changing the industry through innovation and inclusivity. Discover why brands such as Essence, Catrice and local favourite Swiitch Beauty continue to win over beauty lovers without breaking the bank. We also dive into winter haircare, sharing expert advice on maintaining healthy hair growth by prioritising scalp health across different hair textures. To complete the season's beauty inspiration, we unpack the bold trends taking over—from vibrant eyeliner and statement lashes to embellished hairstyles that encourage playful self-expression.

Thought-provoking conversations shaping culture

This issue goes beyond fashion and beauty to explore the conversations defining modern life. We examine how podcasting has evolved from a niche medium into one of the most influential platforms shaping culture, storytelling and public discourse. We also investigate the hidden cost of constantly being connected, offering practical tips for managing digital overload and reclaiming balance. And because youth culture continues to move at lightning speed, we unpack Mzansi's ever-evolving slang while exploring Gen Z perspectives on relationships, money, ambition and the future of work.

Packed with inspiring stories, practical advice and fresh perspectives, GLAMOUR's June/July 2026 Disruptors Issue celebrates the people and ideas reshaping our world. It's an issue that will leave you informed, inspired and ready to embrace your own disruptive journey.