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Press Icons was founded on a simple belief: exceptional stories deserve exceptional platforms.
Since first publishing in October 2012, we’ve chronicled the people, places and brands shaping modern culture. Today, as a contemporary media house, we continue to curate thoughtful editorial across Lifestyle, Fashion, Beauty, Travel & Hospitality, Automotive, Creative and the Sport Industries—where influence meets intention.
Our approach is defined by quality over quantity. We value authenticity over noise and understand that the most enduring brands are built through meaningful stories.
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  • #ILoveMwah—an Ode to Girly Girls

    Strawberry Lips, a leading strawberry cream liqueur brand known for lending its brand voice to womxn issues such as breast cancer has revealed their latest declaration to femininity: the #ILoveMwah campaign. A campaign dedicated to celebrating independent, goal-oriented, successful and self-loving womxn who proudly conquer the world in their own ‘girly girl’ skin. The campaign…

  • EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE SUMMER CELEBRATION AS LYFE GOES ON TOUR

    Y, SA’s premier youth radio station has always ignited the summer season in style. This year is no different, LYFE – the most highly anticipated event of the year is about to spice things up with  Captain Morgan by throwing not one, not two, but three parties… that are larger than LYFE. This music experience goes on tour in October 2024. LYFE has…

  • TRACE FEST UNVEILS EXPLOSIVE ARTIST LINEUP FOR 2023 EDITION

    Trace released its outstanding artist roster for the forthcoming festival that is unlocked by Vodacom on Saturday, 2 December 2023. This happens just after announcing the return of the highly anticipated TRACE Fest last month. This year’s lineup promises an exhilarating experience, with a varied assortment of top-tier performers from many genres. Music fans can…

  • Don Julio Rocks The Daisies – Where luxury meets festival

    Premium spirit brand and household name, Don Julio has officially joined Rocking The Daisies as one of the partners for the festival, setting to make a splash in celebratory moments, marking the grand entrance into the festive season. This partnership isn’t just fitting; it’s a marriage of luxury, uniting people for a weekend of epic…

  • Collab between King of Couture —Orapeleng Modutle and Superbalist elevates SA’s Ready-to-Wear status.

    Orapeleng Modutle, an acclaimed couture fashion designer based in Pretoria, South Africa, has elegantly expanded his repertoire by branching out into ready-to-wear. The “King of Couture,” as he is known, debuted a new collection under Superbalist on November 4th at a spectacular event attended by the designer’s existing clients, friends, and industry leaders. The highly…

  • Tanqueray and MaXhosa Unveil a One-of-a-Kind Collaboration: Laduma Ngxokolo’s Reimagined COPA Glass

    Tanqueray proudly announced its collaboration with Laduma Ngxokolo, the celebrated founder and Creative Director of the fashion house, MaXhosa, in an exciting blend of South African craftsmanship and iconic design. The renowned COPA glass, a symbol of nostalgia for South African gin fans, is reimagined in this inventive collaboration, merging history with contemporary flair. Laduma…

  • New Music Fridays: “Rois” —Music from Aṣẹ

    Happy new music Friday — In today’s installment, we look at Aṣẹ Records, a recently formed company by some of Johannesburg’s most prominent music and culture curators. Their sound is heavily influenced and inspired by African music elements and fits within the Afro-tech sound genre. About Afro House Afro house is a subgenre of House…

  • Dia de los Muertos: Don Julio Honors The Day Of The Dead Tradition In South Africa

    This summer, Don Julio tequila, a premium spirit famous for its rich legacy and unrivaled craftsmanship, brings the Mexican tradition “Dia de los Muertos” to African shores, once again. Beyond Halloween and into the Heart of Mexico In a world where cultural diversity is valued, Dia des los Muertos (The Day of the Dead) celebration…

  • Johnnie Walker Rocking the Daisies: A Harmonious Blend of Music and Equity — Coming This November

    The highly anticipated Rocking The Daisies music festival will return in style from the 17th to the 19th of November, following a necessary postponement due to extraordinary weather and significant flood concerns in the Western Cape in recent weeks. Furthermore, the Johannesburg date has been pushed out to November 19th. The principal sponsor of this…

  • Johnnie Walker Unveils Exquisite Innovation — The Blue Label Elusive Umami, Launched At Circa Gallery, JHB

    On the 25th of October, Johnnie Walker, the world-renowned Scotch whisky company, debuted its latest masterpiece, the Johnnie Walker Blue Label Elusive Umami, in a mesmerizing event hosted at Circa Gallery in Johannesburg. This private event gathered renowned customers and high-net-worth consumers for a one-of-a-kind experience that recognized the artistry of whisky-making. The evening was…