Thando Thabethe, aka Thabooty,is our ultimate celeb girl crush. This yearalone she bagged a gripping lead role on Mzansi MagicsHousekeepers, walked at Milan Fashion Weekfor Moschino (GTFO, girl!) and launched her own talk show on TLC.The time is now for Thando, and there isno stopping her hustle. COSMO deputy editor Noxolo Mafu gets thetea on this mega-babes year and an insideguide to the seasons hottest hang-outs, highlights and thecoolest summer-ready wardrobe by Guess.READY, SET,SUMMER!
What’s your favourite thing about summer?
I love going out with friends and doing outdoor activities. There’s nothing quite like sundowners in my backyard with the people I love, or a Sunday afternoon at a market. I also love getting out my summer wardrobe: I’m a less-is-more kinda girl, so give me short-shorts and a tank top and I’m happy!
You grew up in Soweto. What’s your best memory of summer as a child?
Days out with my family at a water park, or a picnic. I’ll cherish those moments forever. Outings have a way of bringing a family – or friends, or lovers – closer. I don’t know what it is, but there’s something extra-special about sharing experiences with the people you love.
Ideal summer day of fun?
I’d have to be in a coastal city – Durban over Cape Town, purely for the weather! The day would start with a morning at a spa, including a full-body massage and a facial. Then I’d have lunch at a beachfront seafood restaurant, followed by a sexy, chic yacht party – picture ethereal cover-ups, house music and cocktails flowing everywhere.
You’re a globetrotter. What’s your favourite international destination?
I’ve travelled all over the world. Some destinations have surprised me (in a good way); others were not at all what I expected. I enjoyed my summer getaway in Phuket, Thailand – everyone needs to go there once in their life. Rio de Janeiro was also amazing – lots of fun under the sun.
Brazil is a country full of flavour, with a laid-back, ‘loving life’ attitude. I’ll be doing Spring Break in Cancún next year, and I’m really looking forward to it. Follow my Instagram for updates!
And local?
This story is from the November 2018 edition of Cosmopolitan - South Africa.
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