On 19 July 2026, GLAMOUR once again transformed South Africa's social calendar with the return of the GLAMOUR's Most GLAMOURous Awards 2026, an unforgettable evening celebrating the country's most stylish names in fashion, entertainment and culture.
Hosted at Divine Sunset, this year's event embraced the enchanting theme "Fashion Is Fantasy," inviting guests to push the boundaries of creativity, self-expression and personal style.
@therealdjzinhle Last night at #GMG2026 with @Crocs 💚 Thank you @Glamour South Africa for a spectacular night 🫶🏾 #ComeAsYouAre #GladYouNoticed ♬ original sound - DJZinhle
From the moment the first arrivals stepped onto the red carpet, it was clear that the dress code had been taken seriously.
Dramatic silhouettes, bold couture-inspired creations, shimmering embellishments and avant-garde beauty looks turned the venue into a living runway, while social media quickly became flooded with photos, videos and behind-the-scenes moments from one of the most anticipated fashion events of the year.
The evening was expertly hosted by Thulane "Toolz" Hadebe and Tania Durand, whose energy and charisma kept guests entertained as GLAMOUR honoured the individuals shaping South Africa's fashion and creative industries.
Among the distinguished guests was media icon Basetsana Khumalo, whose timeless elegance reminded everyone why she remains one of South Africa's enduring style authorities. Reality TV star and entrepreneur Khosi Thwala became one of the evening's standout fashion moments, turning heads with a show-stopping look that had social media buzzing long after she walked the carpet.
TikTok feeds were filled with outfit transitions and behind-the-scenes clips, while X buzzed with fashion commentary and favourite looks.
Congratulations to our very own @KuhleAdams who won the @GLAMOUR_sa Most Glamorous Red Carpet Award, cementing her place as one of our industry's best-dressed stars ✨ #ExpressoShow pic.twitter.com/gP0LaCncNJ
— Expresso Show (@expressoshow) July 28, 2026
The reach of the event extended far beyond the venue. High-profile guests, content creators and industry insiders amplified the celebration by posting their favourite moments throughout the evening, helping GLAMOUR's Most GLAMOURous Awards dominate conversations across multiple platforms.
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— Nozipho M (@nozipho_mashaba) July 26, 2026
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Lungile Thabethe#GMG2026 @GLAMOUR_sa pic.twitter.com/1l47PmU7n2
Every post added to the excitement, creating a digital front row for audiences who couldn't attend in person.
@thepostofficially Here’s the gmg2026 review hope you like it 😌✨
As always, fashion remained the star of the show. Bold silhouettes, statement tailoring, couture-inspired gowns and fearless beauty looks transformed the red carpet into a celebration of personal style.
The event once again proved that South African fashion continues to evolve, with local creatives pushing boundaries while celebrating individuality and self-expression.
The online response reflected what guests experienced in the room: a night where creativity, community and culture came together in true GLAMOUR fashion. Every shared photo, Reel and video reinforced why the awards have become one of the country's most anticipated lifestyle events.
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