"Cuteness Overload": Elderly Couple in Sunnyside Leaves SA in Stitches with Matching Outfits
- An elderly couple in South Africa become the talk of the town over their amazing sense of fashion
- The lovebirds were captured in a video making rounds on social media, wearing matching outfits that left SA floored
- Comments poured in from online users who flooded the comments section with jokes and laughter
- Briefly News spoke to relationship expert and Founder of Engaged Humans, Paula Quinsee, on how the portrayal of elderly couples in matching outfits influences social media trends, particularly in South Africa
An elderly couple in Mzansi proved that fashion and style are not just for young people. The lovebirds left SA cracking up in laughter after they were filmed rocking matching outfits.
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Sunnyside elderly couple rocks matching outfits
The video, which was uploaded by TikTok user @sibonelo_4k, has since gone viral on the internet as it showcases the pair walking confidently side by side as they held hands while dressed in perfectly coordinated outfits.
Their matching clothes, complete with coordinated colours and patterns, caught the attention of passers-by and, soon, the online community.
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Although the couple’s names remain unknown, the lovebirds were filmed in Sunnyside, Pretoria, and within hours of being posted, it attracted thousands of views, along with likes and comments.
Social media users couldn’t help but shower the couple with love and laughter, while others praised the couple’s sense of style and the joy they brought to the timeline. @sibonelo_4k also poked fun at the couple while taking to his TikTok caption, saying:
"If this ain't us. Don't want it."
What made the moment even more special was the way the couple carried themselves — holding hands and walking with pride, showing that love and companionship only grow stronger with time. Their coordinated fashion statement not only brought comic relief but also served as a heartwarming reminder of lasting love.
Take a look at the video below:
Elderly couples in matching outfits trend online
While speaking to Briefly News, relationship expert and Founder of Engaged Humans, Paula Quinsee, stated that couples often portray themselves as individuals; however, matching outfits can foster a sense of commitment and togetherness, challenging stereotypes about ageing and romance in South Africa.
She explained by saying:
"Reinforce the idea that love can endure the test of time, which can be aspirational for younger generations. Inspire younger couples to express their bond more publicly and creatively through coordinated looks or "couple content."
The relationship expert added:
"When we are exposed to feel good stories like this, it can go viral because they radiate warmth, playfulness, and give others hope which can challenge the idea that affection is just for the young and instead highlight companionship, loyalty, and joy in older age."
SA cracks jokes in the comments
People were entertained by the couple as they rushed to the comments section to poke fun while some gushed over them, saying:
Titi said:
"Guys, why are you guys taking videos of the Sunnyside couple? I love them."
Aus Paris added:
"My favourite sunnyside couple, Yhoo."
Ma_Omms was amused, adding:
"And they don’t repeat clothes matchi matchi everyday."
Mistress shared:
"They been dressing like this since I moved to Sunnyside in 2010, my heroes. I admire them."
Thabang M wrote:
"Saw them yesterday wearing red t-shirts."
User replied:
"This couple used to come to Marabastad dressed in matching outfits..I love them... always holding hands."
Ntandokazi Kababa expressed:
"I always come across this couple, and they are matching and holding hands."
Nomzwa gushed over the couple, adding:
"Cuteness overload."
Mbali Elihle simply said:
"Yoh, this couple has been around, hey. They're aging lekker."
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3 other Briefly News stories about couples
- A radiant elderly couple joyfully beamed as they signed their marriage certificate at Home Affairs. The couple convinced Mzansi that soulmates exist.
- A man on TikTok captured the beautiful moment of an older couple creating cute content in public. Social media users wished for the same kind of love.
- An elderly couple served ultimate relationship goals after a woman showcased the lovebirds showing great affection and care for each other.
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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at johana.mukandila@briefly.co.za
Paula Quinsee (Certified Relationship Therapy Educator and founder of Engaged Humans) Paula Quinsee is the founder of Engaged Humans, facilitating connection between individuals and organisations to create a more human-connected world. She is a certified Imago Relationship Therapy educator and facilitator, NLP practitioner, PDA analyst, coach and trainer. Paula is also the author of two self-help guides - Embracing Conflict and Embracing No - as well as an international speaker, advocate for mental health and activist for gender-based violence.
