Tyla’s South African Music Awards Glam Is So Etheral | See the Looks

By now, Painted by Esther‘s beauty philosophy is instantly recognisable. Her approach to makeup isn’t about heavy contouring or dramatic transformations. Instead, it’s built around luminous skin, strategic highlights, flushed cheeks, and what can only be described as angel energy.

For the South African Music Awards, she brought that signature aesthetic to Tyla’s look. The skin was radiant and almost reflective under the lights, while soft pink blush added warmth and dimension. Frosted inner corners, shimmering silver eyeshadow, and a precise winged liner gave the look a nostalgic, Y2K-inspired feel without taking away from the fresh, glowing finish.

Even the placement of the highlighter felt intentional, creating a glass-like effect across the high points of the face and chest that made Tyla appear lit from within.

Her dress complemented the beauty look beautifully. The plunging silhouette, sheer panelling, and delicate lace details added just the right amount of drama, while the crystal choker tied everything together.

This is the kind of glam that has become synonymous with Painted by Esther: soft, ethereal, radiant, and impossible to ignore.