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2014-12-16T12:54:00.000+02:00

Give a Lasting Gift this Christmas

2014-12-11T22:50:00.002+02:00

What better way to say ‘I love you’ than with a gift that keeps memories alive and on display. The latest product in the innovative range of personalised photo offerings from Printstagram allows you to create magnetic prints from your favourite photos, designs and images, providing a lasting and visible reminder of good times and special people ...

An ideal gift for Christmas or any other occasion, the new personalised magnetic prints are available in a choice of a 10x15 landscape or portrait print or a set of nine options in 5x5 prints.

Printstagram’s easy-to-use photo editing software allows you to upload images from your PC and even to access pictures from Facebook and Instagram, with built-in layout options that make creating your prints a breeze. With the click of a button your order is placed and then it’s up to the experts in colour and printing at Printstagram to deliver your high-quality personalised magnetic print to your door. It’s a creative and innovative gift that will be a constant reminder of how much you care.

Printstagram is giving an early Christmas present of their own, with a 50% discount on personalised magnetic prints ordered before 31 January 2015. The normal price of R99 for one 10x15 print has been discounted to just R49, while a set of nine 5x5 magnets that would normally cost R199 is just R99, excluding delivery. What’s more, Printstagram guarantees delivery of all orders placed before 12 December to your door in time for Christmas.

You unique code for this promo is: Q-RIOUSER

Use it before 31 January 2015 for a 50% off Discount on your Magnetic Prints!

All you have to do is log on to www.printstagram.co.za, select ‘Magnets’ from the 'Products' drop-down menu, design your gift and quote the unique Promotion code given when placing your order.

Happy Printstagramming!

~♥~

LIU JO joins Stuttafords’ World of Brands

2014-12-09T23:14:00.003+02:00

Stuttafords is proud to announce that Italian fashion brand Liu Jo has joined its world of brands, with an exclusive selection in their Sandton City flagship store. Under the creative direction of Marco and Vanni Marchi, the Liu Jo creative philosophy is devoted to the enhancement of natural femininity and beauty of every woman, expressed through a style that is refined, glamorous and always opens to individual interpretations ...

Carpi, Italy’s top knitwear industrial cluster is where Liu Jo was born in 1995. Since its first steps in one of the best “Made in Italy” apparel clusters, to the opening of a 350m² flagship store in one of the world’s most important cities, year after year Liu Jo has written the chapters of a story that came to become a full fledged entrepreneurial philosophy that stemmed from a particular take on the contemporary woman: “femininity” is certainly the keyword of the Liu Jo customer and it’s always the basis of all the collections and products that embody the brand. The woman that wears Liu Jo shows glamour, freshness, modernity, self-confidence, wide-ranging appeal, irony and Italian Style among every peculiar feature. Today the company has over 320 mono-brand stores and over 5,500 multi-brand stores all over the world.

The Liu Jo Jeans Fashion collection for Summer 2014 is made for the woman with attitude who loves to follow new trends without ever neglecting elegance, refreshing her sophistication through the 3 themes in the collection:

The Rebel Rock mood is versatile, perfect for everyday occasions or special evenings, where distinctive rhinestones, sequins and pyramidal studs decorate soft blouses and T-shirts with embroidered edges and tattoo prints, where roses feature heavily.

The True Marine mood finds its smarter soul with a powerful denim attitude, revolving around aquatic shades such as Hawaii, Dark Blue, True and Blue Navy, through to the warmer Lady Peach and Rebel Rose. This range is full of new ideas and washes, with tears and darns giving these items a used but cool, contemporary look.

The underlying theme of the third and fourth instalment is a Texan take on an ethnic, summary and breezy twist to give the Liu Jo woman the “new cowgirl” look, as she navigates through urban landscapes, wearing loose, soft long skirts and sanded viscose overalls with cotton muslin waistcoats and shirts with coats of arms embroidered on them or metallic gold decorations or sleeveless denim ones in used washes with tiny hammered studs and rhinestone nails for a lived-in but feminine mood.

Finally, all of the 3 themes are accessorised by lightweight jacquard pashminas in natural beige shades and light gauze, to add a finishing touch to a casual or shabby-chic look.

Visit Stuttafords Sandton, where you’ll see why Liu Jo has something to suit your every mood, in a way that will enhance your elegance and personal style.

Stuttafords is the exclusive stockist of Liu Jo in South Africa.

Forever New: Marrakesh Summer

2014-12-09T22:31:00.002+02:00

Be transported to exotic Morocco with Marrakesh Summer, the glamorous new collection from Forever New ...

Dazzling grand bazaar markets and the high season heat inspires a cooling selection of palace blue dresses, dramatic navy skirts and sand dune white tops. Full of free-spirited bohemian flair this collection combines statement prints with fresh new styles in this season’s latest dresses, skirts and tops.

Hand painted paisleys, calendula blooms and metallic textures are combined and layered to create an elegant yet electic look, reminiscent of travels to the Far East.

Silhouettes are billowing, wrapped and draped with hemlines that float and cascade. Scarf styled halter necklines feature on new summer dresses and stylish playsuits with cut-out necklines add a relaxed but dressed-up look. Subtle embellishment in antique gold highlights this exotic story.

Accessories, including rings and bracelets are subtle and feminine, with hoop earrings and bangles in high shine metallic and elegant porcelain white clutch bags complete the look. Jeweled sandals provide the ultimate glittering finish.

The Marrakesh Summer Collection is now available in all Forever New stores and select Edgars stores.

Topshop to Open in Rosebank

2014-12-01T22:12:00.002+02:00

TOPSHOP, the British style authority and one of fashion’s biggest success stories, will open a shop-in-shop in Edgars Rosebank Mall on Tuesday 09 December 2014. Launched in South Africa in November 2012, TOPSHOP currently has stores in Sandton City, Gateway Theatre of Shopping and the V&A Waterfront, as well as shop-in-shops in Edgars Menlyn Park Shopping Centre and Edgars Canal Walk Shopping Centre ...

The newly renovated Rosebank Mall offers the ideal location for the newest TOPSHOP space; situated in one of the trendiest business areas in Johannesburg and in close proximity to the Rosebank Gautrain station. The 4-story shopping centre is home to renowned international brands, including River Island and Ben Sherman, as well as key anchor tenants such as Edgars and Stuttafords.

The TOPSHOP shop-in-shop Edgars stores allow the brand greater accessibility, appealing to a wider target audience. The Rosebank Edgars store-within-store area will replicate the unique TOPSHOP store design, creating a powerful environment which captures the essence of the brand and its distinct, uniquely British shopping experience. Customers will be able to purchase on-trend TOPSHOP collections including apparel, footwear and accessories.

2014-12-01T21:47:00.000+02:00

Calvin Klein Opens First Store in SA in V&A Waterfront

2014-12-01T21:34:00.003+02:00

Calvin Klein, Inc. today announced the opening of the first Calvin Klein store in South Africa at the Victoria & Albert Waterfront in Cape Town ...

Located in the heart of Table Bay Harbor, the V&A Waterfront is one of the largest and most prestigious shopping malls in South Africa. The Calvin Klein store is located on the first floor and spans over 250 square meters, offering men’s Calvin Klein sportswear, men’s and women’s Calvin Klein Jeans and Calvin Klein Underwear, as well as licensed Calvin Klein accessories; watches, sunglasses, jewelry and fragrances.

The store interior incorporates sleek materials with rich, tactile finishes and graphic details throughout, in keeping with the brands’ overarching aesthetic. The unique space showcases disciplined design, iconic geometry and a pure palette of materials rooted in colored metals, glass, concrete and wood.

Calvin Klein, Inc. is one of the leading fashion design and marketing studios in the world. It designs and markets women’s and men’s designer collection apparel and a range of other products that are manufactured and marketed through an extensive network of licensing agreements and other arrangements worldwide. Product lines under the various Calvin Klein brands include women’s dresses and suits, men's dress furnishings and tailored clothing, men’s and women's sportswear and bridge and collection apparel, golf apparel, jeanswear, underwear, fragrances, eyewear, women’s performance apparel, hosiery, socks, footwear, swimwear, jewelry, watches, outerwear, handbags, small leather goods, and home furnishings (including furniture). For more information, please visit calvinklein.com.

Topshop Personal Styling with Juanita

2014-11-28T17:01:00.003+02:00

TOPSHOP Personal Styling, the premium, complimentary shopping service that gives access to the latest arrivals, the hottest trends and styling inspiration in the comfort of a private dressing suite, has played an integral role in the success story of the British TOPSHOP brand. Juanita Van Zyl, Personal Stylist at the TOPSHOP Sandton City store, is responsible for ensuring that the local service and experience is just as outstanding ...

Joining the TOPSHOP team in July 2014, Juanita is well-equipped for the demanding title. With a BA Degree in Arts and Fashion from LISOF, Juanita began her fashion career job-shadowing at Styling Concepts in 2012, where she was responsible for the sourcing of merchandise for shoots. During this time, Juanita also worked as a stylist for both Kaylene West Styling and The VIP Room, which involved the sourcing and styling of shoots for magazines, television commercials, CD covers and music videos. Juanita joined Iman Cosmetics as the Marketing and PR Manager in 2014 where she was responsible for the marketing of the new product in South Africa as well as sponsorships, trend reports and the management of both stock and stockists.

Juanita is thrilled to be part of the TOPSHOP team, especially in the capacity of the Sandton City Personal Stylist. She believes that there is a need for personal styling as many people are unsure of how to dress for their size or shape. Priding herself on a firm understanding of body types and how to best enhance them, Juanita refutes the belief that a personal stylist is only relevant to people with no style. Rather, she believes that the service is designed to benefit every customer, whether in the form of a useful tip or in providing an entirely new way for a customer to view their body.

“I want my clients to change the way they see themselves; to go bigger and bolder. I always encourage them to go for the more daring look and to move away from being safe. I love spending time with my clients and building relationships with them” Juanita Van Zyl.

Juanita cites the wide assortment of product and large number of trends on offer at TOPSHOP at any one time as another reason for the need for the in-store service: “TOPSHOP can be a very difficult brand to understand. The fact that there are at least two or more individual trends in the store can overwhelm any customer. A Personal Stylist assists in creating an understanding of the pieces and creates outfits out of one or more of the trends in store”.

Located in a separate, beautifully designed Personal Styling section in the Sandton City store’s Fitting Room area, Personal Styling customers are assigned an appointment with Juanita to help them find exactly what they need. Specific appointments are available to any TOPSHOP customer, ranging from a complete wardrobe overhaul, packing for a holiday getaway, a quick lunchtime fashion fix or helping to find the perfect pair of jeans or outfit for a special occasion.

Hand-picked for her experience, passion and undeniable flair for styling, Juanita assists customers of any age with any styling requirement. Offering an intrinsic knowledge of the TOPSHOP brand and product, Juanita ensures that each customer receives the most out of their visit to the TOPSHOP Sandton City store & Personal Styling experience.

TOPSHOP Personal Styling appointments may be made via email: brdtopshopsandtonws_9807@edcon.co.za

The Personal Styling Sandton City service is completely complimentary.

Get into Guess this Weekend!!!

2014-11-26T23:26:00.000+02:00

GUESS Sandton City is offering 20% off any GUESS purchase this weekend when you try on a pair of GUESS jeans!

*Terms and Conditions Apply

To redeem the discount:

Print out the attached voucher
Visit GUESS Sandton City on Saturday 29 or Sunday 30 November
Try on a pair of GUESS jeans
Hand in the voucher

How exciting is this?! ... See everyone in store this weekend!

~♥~

Please note: This offer only applies to the GUESS Sandton City store.

Guess Presents Cape Town Calling

2014-11-25T22:48:00.004+02:00

Cape Town’s premier and most glamorous New Year’s Eve event returns to The Bungalow, Clifton in 2014. Following a perfect New Year’s Eve celebration last year, Cape Town is calling again. Party in style with the sexiest people, breathtaking views and world-class DJ’s for one unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience. Presented by GUESS with G&G Productions, Red Square, RK Events and The Bungalow ...

For tickets, table information and bookings contact Lisa: 079 521 1995.

For more info contact Ronen: 082 786 6744.

Regular tickets

Gets you access to the main event
Limited Discount Ticket: R500 (Limited to first 500 tickets only)
Main Sale: R550 (ends midnight 29 December)
Late Sale: R600 (30-31 December)

VIP tickets

Gets you access to the main event, an Express VIP entry, access to The Bungalow VIP area and dance floor:
Limited discount ticket: R800 (Limited to first 500 tickets only)
Main sale: R850 (ends midnight 29 December)
Late Sale: R950 (30-31 December)

To purchase tickets, visit: http://www.newyearsevesa.co.za/capetown/

Venue: The Bungalow, Clifton

Doors open: 18h00 till 03h00

www.newyearsevesa.co.za

#CapeTownCalling

#ILoveGUESSSA

A Pin in Aid of Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital

2014-11-24T22:38:00.000+02:00

Hard Rock International partnered with the Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital Trust to launch a co-branded pin that will support the construction of the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital set to open in 2016.

The pin, featuring a 3-D hand containing the continent of Africa on an outstretched open palm, will be available for a limited time only at Hard Rock Cafe Johannesburg and online at www.hardrock.com.

15% of the retail price of each pin sold will be donated to help build, equip and train medical professionals at the future Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital.

Give a Personalised Wall Clock this Christmas

2014-11-24T22:15:00.003+02:00

Every home needs a clock – and sometimes every room needs a clock! Time is precious and keeping track of it can be a special experience with a personalised wall clock from Printstagram ...

Printstagram, the innovative photographic printing company that is inspiring individuals and businesses to create their own photographic memories with a wide range of products, has a brand new offering in time for Christmas – wall clocks that can be designed using your own photographs, art, and ideas.The personalised wall clocks come in a rectangular or square shape in a striking aluminium format and feature a ‘stand off’, which allows the clocks to stand away from the wall, making them even more eye-catching. Prices are:

R199 for a 200mm x200mm clock
R299 for a 300mm x330mm clock

“The art of giving personal and much-appreciated gifts is alive and well at Printstagram,” says Tandi Potgieter, MD of Printstagram “Our wall clocks are something new and different that can be adapted for any member of the family, or even for special business clients. Added to that, our online design software and our services make it easy for anyone to create beautiful custom-designed gifts for their loved ones, and our highly competitive prices add an element of Christmas joy to every purchase.”

For more information and to order your personalised wall clock, go to www.printstagram.co.za.

Robyn's Floral Bomb

2014-11-24T22:04:00.001+02:00

In anticipation of warmer days and delicious nights, celebrated accessory label Missibaba delights with a blossoming flower explosion. The striking new design entitled Robyn’s Floral Bomb is the latest style to be added to the brand’s luscious product portfolio ...

When faced with the daunting task of finding the perfect clutch for Missibaba designer and founder Chloe Townsend’s wedding, studio assistant and designer Robyn Silberbauer started to experiment with the plethora of colour and leather combinations dispersed around the sunny Woodstock studio.

While in bed one evening, Robyn had a vision and rushed to work the next morning to create her blooming masterpiece. Pulling out every small piece of leather that she could find, Robyn punched out endless piles of flowers and carefully assembled them onto a leather panel. The result was a colour explosion and voila Robyn’s Floral Bomb was born!

The design can be worn either as a clutch or sling bag and is available in a feast of layered blossoms that showcase delightful summer brights, patent and gold, and midnight blue and liquid black hues. A mixture of fresh textured leathers will be introduced as more colour ways are explored and invented.

Robyn’s Floral Bomb is available at both the Johannesburg and Cape Town Missibaba stores at a retail price of R2950.00.

For more info visit: www.missibaba.com or follow them on Twitter @Missibaba

Guess: 14 Dresses in 14 Days

2014-11-17T23:28:00.001+02:00

GUESS South Africa has officially named November the month of the dress. The global lifestyle brand, which originated as a jeans company in the United States, will be giving away 14 dresses in 14 days locally, from today, 17 November 2014 ...

Partnering with COSMOPOLITAN South Africa magazine, the 14 dresses in 14 days Campaign will be hosted on the publication’s website and respective social media profiles. From 17 – 30 November 2014, 1 person will win a GUESS summer dress daily, with the final winner receiving the 14th GUESS dress and a R2 000 GUESS voucher.

Ranging from mini to maxi-dresses, in a wide range of designs and finishes, the 14 GUESS dress styles will be clearly marked in all GUESS stores with a MUST-HAVE COSMO tag.

For the duration of the campaign, from 17 – 30 November, these tagged summer must-have dresses will be available at 25% off at all GUESS adult stores.

All entries are to be submitted on http://www.cosmopolitan.co.za/uncategorized/win-14-guess-dresses-in-14-days/ ... Good Luck!

Bombay Sapphire Mixology

2014-11-17T22:40:00.002+02:00

Summer is officially here and what better way to enjoy the season than with some Bombay Sapphire Cocktails! Become your own Mixologist and let your imagination run wild as you make your own cocktails ...

Bombay Sapphire Sonic

A beautiful twist to the conventional G&T, fresh lime is squeezed into the glass with woken up mint placed in the side adding aroma and elements of sweet and sour. Try it.

Ingredients

25 ml Bombay Sapphire Gin
Topped with tonic
Fresh lime wedge
Mint on stalk

Serve in a tall glass and garnish with lime wedge and mint

Method

Add Bombay Sapphire gin into a tall glass over cubed ice, top with tonic water, squeeze fresh lime wedge into glass and rim edge of glass before dropping into drink. Clap mint with stalk in your hand and place in the side of the glass leaving a few leaves sticking out.

Bombay Sapphire Genie

This cocktail is based on the classic French way of enjoying Gin with lime and ginger beer called a Gin-Genie. This cocktail incorporates the additional aromas of fresh mint to really lighten up this cocktail.

Ingredients

60 ml Bombay Sapphire Gin
90 ml Ginger beer
10 ml Fresh Lime
6 fresh mint leaves
1 dash angostura bitters

Serve in a highball glass and garnish with mint sprigs

Method

Clap mint in your hands to wake up the aromas, add to bottom of the glass and add all other ingredients over cubed ice. Stir to mix the mixture. Garnish with mint sprig.

Original Cosmopolitan

While many of you will be familiar with its vodka-based variation, the original gin Cosmopolitan precedes it by 40 years. The recipe was uncovered by Jared Brown in a 1933 cocktail book, and has gin as base and is infused with raspberry.

Ingredients

50 ml Bombay Sapphire Gin
15 ml Cointreau
15 ml Freshly squeezed lemon juice
20 ml Raspberry-infused sugar syrup

Serve in a martini glass with no garnish

Method

Add ALL ingredients into a shaker filled with cubed ice. Shake and strain into chilled martini glass.

Bombay Collins

This classic cocktail is brought back to life with Bombay Sapphire gin mixed with fresh lemon, sugar and carbonated water. This cocktail was first memorialized in writing in 1876 by "the father of American mixology" Jerry Thomas as a Tom Collins.

Ingredients

50 ml Bombay Sapphire Gin
30 ml fresh lemon juice
25 ml Sugar syrup
Top with Soda

Serve in a highball glass and garnish with a lemon slice

Method

Pour Bombay Sapphire into boston shaker glass with fresh lemon and sugar syrup, shake and strain into a tall glass filled with cubed ice. Top with a little bit of soda and garnish with a lemon slice.

The Ultimate Gin & Tonic

A classic way to enjoy a long, cool Bombay Sapphire, the unique blend of its 10 Botanicals makes this drink a real luxury after a long day. Simply a large measure of Bombay Sapphire charged with tonic water and a fresh citrus squeeze.

Ingredients

25 ml Bombay Sapphire Gin
1 wedge fresh lime / Lemon squeezed
Topped with tonic

Serve in a goblet glass and garnish with lemon or lime

Method

Add Bombay Sapphire gin into tall glass over cubed ice, top with tonic water, squeeze fresh lime wedge into glass and rim edge of glass before dropping into drink.

Bombay Bitter Summer

A combination of Italian bitters and grapefruit that perfectly balance the complex botanicals in Bombay Sapphire. An aperitif drink perfect on a hot summers day before dinner.

Ingredients

45 ml Bombay Sapphire Gin
45 ml Ruby grapefruit juice
20 ml Aperol
15 ml Fresh lemon juice
15 ml Sugar syrup

Serve in a tall glass and garnish with a grapefruit slice

Method

Add all ingredients into shaker filled with cubed ice and shake till chilled. Strain into a tall glass with cubed ice and garnish with grapefruit slice.

I can't wait to start mixing up my own delicious Bombay Sapphire Cocktails!

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Forever New's Wild Orchid: Party Dresses & Tropical Prints

2014-11-06T12:58:00.002+02:00

Make a glamourous summer fashion statement as the days get longer with the colourful and energetic Wild Orchid collection from Forever New ...

Early summer parties, tropical holidays and balmy nights set the scene for this spirited story, where vivid pinks and sunset coloured exotic flower prints are enhanced by clean white.

Vibrant orchid prints adorn party dresses, pretty playsuits and chic wrap skirts, while bright new look co-ords are perfect for dressed up day wear. Pop colour dressing makes a statement with bright colours such as chartreuse, vivid pink and coral. All white remains a key summer trend, worn head to toe or with brightly coloured accessories.

Cool monotone palm prints are illustrated on jogger pants, sarong skirts and breezy kimonos. Layer print on print for a fun, stand-out look and mix colour with pretty laces and embellishment for a more feminine touch.

Accessorise your outfit with clean elegant strappy sandals, oversized tote bags and statement clutches. Retro oversized sunglasses finish the fun vibe.

Some of My Favourite Pieces:

Simone sweetheart sundress, R999

Left: Regina bardot top Black, R349

Right: Sophia printed hot pant, R699

Freya frill top playsuit, R699

Left: Claudia palm print jumpsuit, R999

Right: Ruby embellished maxi dress, R1799

Left: Addie Off Shoulder Ruffle Blouse Pink, R599

Right: Erin Belted Short , R499

Mischa beaded panel dress, R1999

The Wild Orchid Collection will be available in all Forever New stores and select Edgars stores from 20 October 2014.

Fabiani: The Finest Menswear Destination on the Continent

2014-10-30T22:42:00.000+02:00

The Sandton City flagship Fabiani store is a warm, luxurious and sensory space offering customers an exclusive array of fashion, shoes and accessories that celebrate the brand’s dedication to colour, quality and that unexpected pop ...

Enter through signature brass arches that compliment expansive brass framed windows capturing glamorous scenes from black tie affairs to cafe moments. You are invited to embark on a journey of sensory exploration that elevates shopping to an entirely new level. Vibrant music sets the tone and the fresh scent of COMME des GARÇONS Amazingreen fills the air as a glass of rich and multi-layered Chivas 18 touches your lips. The finest fabrics glide across fingertips and the eye is drawn to distinctive Fabiani detailing thoughtfully placed throughout the space.

The store’s lux wardrobe merchandising encourages you to contentedly browse and select pieces as you would in the comfort of your home. Imported mannequins dot the store, bringing the brand’s fashion vision to life in a quirky and eye-catching way. A halo lit shoe wall, achieved by glowing tubing in Fabiani’s signature pink, draws you in and invites you to relax on one of two specially commissioned Fabiani French Chesterfield couches.

The spacious changing area boasts a tailors mirror and an iconic heritage wall celebrating style since 1978. Original Fabiani stores, campaign faces and members of the iconic team wallpaper the space, taking you back in time to the soul of the brand.

A bold new design feature, in the form of an expansive and impactful media wall, completes the sensory experience, streaming the latest Fabiani fashion show, seasonal campaign and exclusive behind the scenes footage.

A Tailored Experience.

With the steady flow of international brands flooding the South African market, Fabiani stands apart by continuously refining the personalised service for which it has been renowned for over three decades. Great attention is paid to the customer shopping experience with luxurious complimentary touches such as beautifully wrapped parcels; complimentary same day tailoring and shirts freshly steamed and placed inside Fabiani travel bags upon purchase. Completing the customer journey, an attentive fashion consultant walks you to the door with your purchase, shaking your hand and thanking you for your custom.

Out With the Old.

In order for the existing Sandton City store to be translated into Fabiani's exclusive flagship store concept it was necessary for it to undergo a major refurbishment. The store, based in a shopping mecca for fashion aficionados, is one of the most valued in the brand’s current property portfolio, alongside the stores such as the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town. A local expansion strategy focusing on the careful selection of further key locations within South Africa sits alongside plans to expand across Africa, servicing the demand for Fabiani across the continent. The latest flagship store concept and sensory experience will be rolled out to existing stores and continuously evolved to match and exceed international innovation within the retail space.

Market Matters.

When asked about a change in male consumer buying habits, Fabiani's Designer, Nat Iqani comments, “There is far more choice in the market now. With brand’s pushing to consistently increase their online presence and international operators pouring into the country, men now are becoming more selective, but in the same breath they are also buying more because they are in the know.” The fashion conscious consumer of today is switched on to latest international trends and this pushes the Fabiani team to consistently deliver collections that are true to the brand promise of quality, colour and that unexpected pop.

Product Portfolio.

The Sandton City store presents the full product portfolio from the S14 collection including elegant formalwear, stylish weekend wear, handmade Italian shoes and signature accessories such as cufflinks, pocket squares and this season’s must-have – a Fabiani flower lapel pin. Slim fit chinos in cotton stretch twill sit alongside tailored blazers and bold golfers emblazoned with iconic Italian insignia are paired with Fabiani denim. Double compact poplin shirts take centre stage in plain and bright colours, bold and subtle patterns, all expertly finished with Fabiani signature detailing and contrast trims. Jackets in Italian Linens and Cotton come in textured stripes and ginghams with striking red and cobalt blue lining. The famous Fabiani slim fit wool stretch suit caters for both traditional purists and fashionable innovators. To compliment the Fabiani collection a carefully curated assortment of international brands are available in-store. These include an exclusive collection from G-Star RAW located into a specially designated space, socks by Swedish brand Happy Socks and a fragrance collection by COMME des GARÇONS.

The Fabiani Collection is exclusively available at Fabiani stores.

Beyoncè and Topshop Create Joint Venture Company

2014-10-28T09:59:00.000+02:00

Picture credit: PA Photos
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Beyoncé and Sir Philip Green today announce the creation of a 50/50 joint venture company, Parkwood TopShop Athletic Ltd. formed to produce a global athletic street-wear brand launching in Fall 2015 ...The brand will encompass clothing, footwear and accessories across dance, fitness and sports categories ensuring a dynamic fusion of fashion with the highest levels of technical performance. The global distribution platform will include TOPSHOP stores and topshop.com, with many existing and new partnerships also to be Sir Philip Green comments: "We have been looking at this category as fashion inspired fitness develops, and know that this is right in our customers' heartland. Creating a partnership with Beyoncé, one of the most hard-working and talented people in the world, who spends many hours of her life dancing, rehearsing and training is a unique opportunity to develop this category."

“I could not think of a better partner as I continue to grow the Parkwood business. I have always loved TopShop for their fashion credentials and forward thinking” said Beyoncé. “Working with their development team to create and produce a technical and fashion led collection is exciting and I’m looking forward to participating in all aspects of this partnership.”

Sir Philip adds: "Being partners with Beyoncé and her team who have the greatest creative energy and enthusiasm is inspiring for all of the team at TOPSHOP. We have much to achieve in just under a year, but we are all up for the challenge, and look forward to delivering athletic street-wear in an inventive and exciting way.”

Jewels & Lace Annual Sale ♥

2014-10-27T23:07:00.003+02:00

It's that time of the year again!!! It's the Jewels & Lace crazy prices Annual Sale. ALL PRICES WILL BE REDUCED.

Prices start at R10 and everything that is not on sale will be at least 20% off their already low website prices. AND Jewels & Lace are giving away a R2000 voucher to 1 of their lucky shoppers on the day! Gorgeous clothing will also be sold by local brand Fashion Under Construction!

This is one Sale that you cannot miss out on! ♥

For any enquiries:

email: info@jewelsandlace.co.za
phone: 060 570 8464

Brilliant News for All Fashion Addicts Countrywide!

2014-10-27T22:46:00.002+02:00

Nicci Boutique has hit the web, visit their online store, their fabulous collections are just a click away wherever you are in South Africa...

And ... there is a Special offer! Free delivery & 15% off all online purchases over R1000. This promotion is valid till Friday 31 October ... so get shopping!

Find them on www.nicci.co.za And have a look at the latest trends, Nicci news and events.

New Travelite Range

2014-10-27T22:18:00.001+02:00

Travelite, the local travel brand set on reinventing the luggage industry, proves its ingenuity once again with the launch of three new collections in November 2014. New ranges, Eco-Lite, Journey and Travelsmart not only meet the ever-changing and demanding needs of the individual traveler, but offer unique pieces of the highest quality and superior design. Engineered to enhance the journey, the new ranges have a unique and extensive selection, in both form and function ...

ECO-LITE

Ultra Trendy, Ultra Eco-Friendly

The Eco-Lite collection consists of a 74cm, 62cm and 52cm 4-wheeled, upright trolley bag and vanity case. With an outer shell made from recycled Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles, all Eco-Lite luggage pieces are hard-wearing, high-impact resisting and waterproof, as well as environmentally friendly. With a fully-lined interior, each luggage piece also features a retractable locking, recessed trolley handle and a fixed, recessed TSA lock. The spring-loaded carry handles and 4-wheel 360° spinners allow for ease of travel, as well as smooth and easy wheeling. The Eco-Lite collection will be available in pink, green and black and will launch in Frasers and independent travel and luggage stores the first week of November.

JOURNEY

Let Us Take You There

Journey luggage is distinguished by a crushed nylon exterior. The collection includes a 4-wheel, upright trolley bag in a 74cm, 62cm and 52cm size, as well as a toiletry bag. The nylon fabric, which is hard wearing, water repellent and resistant to dirt and abrasion, is paired with 100% nylon self-repairing zips on each luggage piece. Retractable locking recessed trolley handles, secured lockable zippers and 4-wheel 360° spinners allow for minimal bag damage, bag content safety and easy movement. The Journey collection will be available in black and khaki and will launch in Frasers and independent travel and luggage stores in the first week of November.

TRAVELSMART

Luggage That Weights Itself

Travelsmart is a revolutionary luggage range with a built-in scale handle, on two non-cabin bags, which facilitates the weighing of bags before they are checked in. The collection, made up of a 78cm, 68cm and 55cm expandable 4-wheel upright trolley, is made from a polyester fabric which is hard wearing, water repellent and resistant to dirt and abrasion. The 100% nylon self-repairing zips, secure, lockable zipper pullers, retractable locking recessed trolley system and fixed, recessed TSA combination locks ensure protection of both the bag and its contents, while the 4-wheel 360˚ spinners ensure smooth and easy wheeling. The Travelsmart collection will be available in black, grey and grape and will launch in Frasers and independent travel and luggage stores towards the end of November.

Travelite is available at Frasers stores and all leading luggage stores nationwide. Visit http://www.traveliteluggage.co.za for more information.

Top Mixologist Adds Flavour & Flair to Southern Sun Montecasino Menu

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Denzel Heath, master mixologist, creates his
Smoked Lime & Marmalade Havana Mojito masterpiece

Challenged with creating the perfect cocktail for the Southern Sun Montecasino hotel’s summer season,mixologist of the moment Denzel Heath, Head Trainer at Thirst Bar Services and one of the top 3 mixologists in South Africa, produced the Smoked Lime & Marmalade Havana Mojito — a refreshing new-look version of an old favourite traditionally concocted using white rum, sugar, lime juice, sparkling water, and mint ...

Renowned for creating bespoke signature drinks to satisfy any client or guest’s thirst, and with 14 years’ local and international mixology experience, as well as numerous bartending accolades to his name, including the Bols Around The World 2013 and 2014 South African championship, Heath serves his Smoked Lime & Marmalade Havana Mojito taste-sensation by mixing lime, mint, rum, orange marmalade-flavoured soda water, and his special ingredient, rosemary-smoked brown sugar, all muddled and poured over crushed ice.

The Smoked Lime & Marmalade Havana Mojito is best served with a
dehydrated orange, lime wheel, sprig of mint and bombilla straw

“In general, the classic Mojito and different flavour variations are the most popular cocktails in South Africa,” says Heath. “The Smoked Lime and Marmalade Havana Mojito variation brings out the flavour of ex-Bourbon barrel-aged Havana Club Rum, and compliments it with the spicy orange flavours of the marmalade”.

Heath’s Healer Whiskey Sours

For those who prefer something stronger, Heath’s Healer Whiskey Sours and Sergeant Pepper Hearts Club are also causing a stir. Made using freshly crushed walnuts, walnut bitters, green apple puree and Jameson’s Irish Whiskey, the Healer Whiskey Sours is a unique fruit and nut combination, while the Sergeant Pepper Hearts Club is a refreshing take on the classic Sherry Cobbler, mixed using Absolute Raspberry vodka, pomegranate puree and black pepper.

The sensational Sergeant Pepper Hearts Club cocktail, a delightful mix of
Absolute Raspberry vodka, pomegranate puree and black pepper.

Although these 2 cocktails are not available on the Southern Sun Montecasino’s Sundowners on the Deck menu just yet, you can make them for yourself at home. Watch Thirsty Barman for the recipes when they come available.

It’s Friday afternoon, summer’s back, the sun’s out and you’re looking for the best way to start the weekend. Make Southern Sun Montecasino’s vibrant deck your first stop – sit back, relax and ease into the weekend with complimentary canapés, live entertainment, a round of Smoked Lime & Marmalade Havana Mojitos — and then let us know what you think @MontecasinoZA and @ThirstyBarman.

Heaths mixes his Healer Whiskey Sours using freshly crushed walnuts,
walnut bitters, green apple puree and Jameson’s Irish Whiskey

Southern Sun Montecasino’s Sundowners on the Deck happens every Friday between 15:00 and 18:00. For details, visit montecasino.co.za. For general enquires or to book a table at the Southern Sun Montecasino, please call 011 367 4367.

Fast & Flashy – See the Best of Mercedes at Montecasino

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If the sheer-performance of Mercedes Benz gets your pulse racing, Gauteng’s premier entertainment destination, Montecasino, is the place to be on Sunday 2 November from 9am till 2pm.

Bring the whole family along to Montecasino’s first-ever free-to-attend Mercedes Benz Club 2-Door Day for an up-close-and-personal look at your favourite Mercedes models. Hundreds of stylish specimens, all on the Montecasino Outdoor Piazza and all there for your viewing pleasure – as a car fan you can’t afford to not visit Montecasino.

Experience the ultimate in driving performance at Montecasino’s Mercedes Benz Club 2-Door Day. For all the details, visit www.montecasino.co.za.

Montecasino – We’ve Got it!

Bombay Sapphire® opens state-of-the-art gin distillery & world class visitor experience

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BOMBAY SAPPHIRE®, the world’s number one premium gin by value and the fastest-growing premium gin, proudly opened the doors to Laverstoke Mill – its gin distillery, visitor experience and brand home, on 1 October 2014 ...

With more than 200 guests experiencing an exclusive first showing of the renovated site and a spectacular unveiling of the unique glasshouses on 17 October, 10 chose botanicals of the unique taste of Bombay Sapphire – juniper, lemon peel, grains of paradise, coriander, cubeb berries, orris root, almonds, cassia bark, liquorice, angelica –were grown on display.

Those closest to the project served as hosts to explain the different experiences of the site including: Master of Botanicals, Ivano Tonutti; Master Distiller at Laverstoke, Mill Nik Fordham; Estate Manager Will Brix; and designer Thomas Heatherwick. Guests also learned about the gin’s unique Vapour Infusion method – the delicate distillation process which captures the natural flavours of the botanicals to produce a smooth and complex-tasting gin.

The newly restored site provides an opportunity for the public to explore Laverstoke Mill as a state-of-the-art gin distillery and world-class visitor experience that marries the site’s history and beauty with the highest standards in design, functionality and sustainability.

For more than 200 years, the mill produced high quality paper for the bank notes of England. The mill expanded with the growth of the British Empire. During Queen Victoria’s reign, it rose prominently and Laverstoke Mill began making bank notes for England’s newly acquired lands, including India. This deep-rooted heritage connects the story of England, Laverstoke Mill, India and the 1761 British recipe for Bombay Sapphire.

The 2-hectare former brown-field site, just 60 miles from London, is an impressive collection of 40 buildings – showcasing many fine examples of Victorian and Edwardian architectural styles. The utmost care was taken to retain as much of the original buildings as possible balanced with the modernity of the British-made spirits brand.

Reflecting on the restoration project, Global Category Director for Bombay Sapphire Ben Farlow says, “We fully respect the importance of heritage and have made every effort over the last four years to ensure Laverstoke Mill is a place that is reflective of its past, and holds the fundamental principles of creativity, integrity and beauty at its centre. It is fantastic to witness the opening of Laverstoke Mill and show-off the incredible design and splendor of the site which we are proud to call our home as it provides the perfect setting to showcase an elegant brand as Bombay Sapphire.”

Laverstoke Mill has been recognised as the first distillery and first refurbishment to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ design-stage Building Research Establishment’s Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) accreditation for its distillery process buildings.

“This marks the start of a new legacy for Bombay Sapphire gin. For the first time, we are opening our doors to the public and inviting them to explore the story of Bombay Sapphire,” says Nik Fordham, Master Distiller of Bombay Sapphire. “We are very proud of how we craft each and every bottle of Bombay Sapphire on site and look forward to sharing that passion and enthusiasm with the public.”

The Bombay Sapphire Distillery at Laverstoke Mill also features the Empire Room, a new advocacy and training centre to educate the world’s top bartenders. Tailored brand education master classes will be hosted here for trade and media guests from all over the world, offering an incredible learning experience and opportunity to understand and share in the core values at the heart of Bombay Sapphire.

Marques' Almeida X Topshop

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TOPSHOP is proud to announce it is working with design duo MARQUES’ ALMEIDA for the first time this season. The collection will launch worldwide on 9 October 2014 with pieces that stay true to the designer’s identity that has made waves through London Fashion Week the last two seasons. Fabric-led separates and basics create the perfect 90’s inspired wardrobe, where mixing high and low provides a youthful, raw and effortless approach to style ...

MARQUES’ ALMEIDA comments:

“This collaboration with TOPSHOP was one of the most fun things we’ve worked on. We’ve always focused our research around teenagers and what we call the “ youth code” of dressing since we started the brand, working on this collection meant we could go back and dig deep into those archives, finding old editions of i-D and The Face, Corinne Day and Kate Moss shoots. Sofia (Marta’s sister) and our friends played a big part in forming this collection, as it was all about what we really want to wear! We can’t wait to see the end result in stores and online!”

Denim

MARQUES’ ALMEIDA's signature fabric features heavily and is non-stretch in deep indigo and bleached-out blues and whites. Raw edges and a cut-out of the designer’s logo feature, creating a frayed effect. Boxy A-line dresses, straight leg jeans, shorts, skirts, tunic tops, oversized jackets, parkas, plus a bucket hat and rucksack all feature, with standout pieces ripped to emulate an animal print effect.

Ribbed Knitwear

Turtleneck dresses, mid-length skirts, vests, polo shirts, cardigans, jumpers and straight-leg trousers in a lightweight rib knit are designed to be worn together and add colour to the collection in a palette of lime, turquoise, fuchsia and navy.

Silk Georgette & Taffeta

Adding a luxury element to the collection, the bright palette continues across a selection of silk pieces. Georgette is layered and relaxed creating a tiered effect in mid-length dresses, camisoles and long-sleeved blouses. Taffeta pieces are structured and provide a foil like sheen on blazers, blouses, miniskirts and wide leg trousers.

The campaign imagery has been shot by Marta Marques and features a group of friends, including the designers’ muse; Marta’s Sister, Sofia Marques. The collection has the biggest international stockist distribution of any designer collaboration and will be going into 68 stores.

Kate Phelan, TOPSHOP's Creative Director Comments:

“MARQUES’ ALMEIDA have given the TOPSHOP girl a window into their super cool world. This collection brings everything that is modern and fresh about the design duo. 90’s, grunge and youth are referenced and the MARQUES’ ALMEIDA signature look is brought together perfectly.”

The MARQUES’ ALMEIDA collection will only be available at the TOPSHOP Sandton City store. This exclusve collection will launch globally on 09 October 2014.