So last week we showed you opulent living in Camps Bay. This week we found a gem of place in the middle of nowhere – nowhere being in the middle of the mountains in Swellendam. I have never seen minimalist … Continue reading
Trend Alert – Tea Length Party Dresses
Tea-length party dresses are the new fad, ladies. With all the fuss around Downton Abbey, lady-like dressing has become all the rage. Less fancy than ballgowns, but more festive than mini dresses, tea-length frocks are ideal formalwear for girls who … Continue reading
TAMU MCPHERSON – Enter The Wardrobe
There is no better way to get inspired, than by entering someone else’s wardrobe. Style gets shaped over time by evolving ideas taken from everything we consume – be it street style, magazines, shop-windows and even other fashionistas’ personal style. … Continue reading
CALL IT SPRING LAUNCHES IN SOUTH AFRICA
CALL IT SPRING is the latest international footwear and accessories brand set to launch in South Africa. The brand’s assorted range reflects up-to-the-minute trends which are easy on the wallet. For original thinkers, CALL IT SPRING offers the perfect place … Continue reading
The Satorialist
Oh my goodness what a beautiful photograph. As usual The Satorialist brings out so much emotion in us. This picture says it all, winter is almost upon us and I am sure everyone is looking forward to big chunky cable-knits … Continue reading
Ralph Lauren outfits USA Olympic team
American fashion designer Ralph Lauren will be the official outfitter of the US Olympic and Paralympic Teams for London 2012, designing the opening and closing ceremony parade uniforms. Ralph Lauren previously designed the teams’ uniforms for the 2008 Games in … Continue reading
Editor’s Choice
I am obsessed at the moment with black leather, be it a pencil, a-line or pleated skirt – this item in this fabric has taken on a whole new meaning this season. As a trend, black leather has made a … Continue reading
MY SKIN GOES ALL RED AND BLOTCHY ON HOT SUMMER DAYS. HELP!
You could be dealing with one of two things: rosacea (a harmless, inflammatory skin condition that often results in redness across your cheeks, nose, chin and forehead) or broken capillaries (often caused by prolonged exposure to heat and UV light). … Continue reading
Forever New – Northern Lights
Moonlight on snow-capped mountains is the backdrop for this romantic winter wonderland collection. Cosy yet glamorous faux fur coats and a palette of soft icy pastels across the range coordinate with ultra-feminine accessories from scarves to gloves, tights and ankle … Continue reading
Enigma – The Ultimate Luxurious Camps Bay Pad
I recently had tea with friends of mine who have moved from Ibiza to Camps Bay. It just so happens they have built their own personal Versailles Palace, which took them the better part of three years to complete. The … Continue reading
Alexa Chung Talks About An Economical Wardrobe
I found this great article with Alexa Chung giving advice on how to buy clothes in this depressing economic climate we are in. How many times do we find ourselves buying so many items of clothing only to be thrown … Continue reading
Lalesso In UK Vogue
It it so lovely to see UK Vogue covering more and more on Africa fashion. Last month they did a story on our favourite Merchants on Long Boutique and this month in their Africa Connection edition they wrote about Lalesso … Continue reading
Prada Accessories
Get inspired by checking out Prada accessories to add to your 60s vibe. Flower power prints and lady-like accessories will create a 60s infused story, keeping it playful and fun. I am loving the Prada green floral printed clutch. One … Continue reading
Statement Piece – The Cuff
Have you got a statement piece cuff bangle yet? Beaded, metallic, printed or gem encrusted this bangle is bound to get noticed. For fun try one on either side of your arm or for a more sophisticated look a plain gold cuff … Continue reading
Cell C. Be the Witness. Justice Mukheli
Justice always took mental pictures but it wasn’t until recently that he picked up the camera and started exploring the craft of photography. It was the co-existence of beauty and ugliness in his hometown Soweto that inspired him to tell … Continue reading
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Unbuckled And Unzipped
Very strange that Kate Moss is walking around unzipped and unbuckled. Unbelievable…Kate Moss walking around London with her hubby Jamie Hince…WITH HER PANTS UNBUCKLED! Not sure if this is the newest fashion trend or if she just had a little … Continue reading
Street Style – Cape Town
So chic and vintage!
Nina Jarebrink Dinner
Norwegian-based designer Nina Jarebrink held a dinner last week for Cape Town and Johannesburg fashionistas at 15 on Orange hotel. I love a fashionista night out every now and then – especially with a good 4 coarse meal, each served … Continue reading
Stylish TAYLOR SWIFT
Country pop singer Taylor Swift looking ever so sassy in a ditsy floral sundress, trench and slipper sandals. And those pearls? I don’t think I have seen the singer looking so fashionably cool. I have made a note in my … Continue reading
GAP INC. EXPANDS IN AFRICA WITH FIRST STORES IN SOUTH AFRICA
SAN FRANCISCO – March 20, 2012 – Continuing to execute on its global expansion strategy, Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) announced today the opening of its first free-standing stores in South Africa – the largest apparel retail market in Africa – … Continue reading
