February 2013 Blog Posts (65)

Highlights From Tashas 'VIP White Party'

Best party I've been to so far this year is tashas VIP strictly dress white party! tashas celebrated their brands seven year birthday in style and glamour. The venue was draped in a big white tent with smaller tents catering sushi, drinks, oysters and champagne at tashas melrose arch. The evening was perfect for this whimsical setting. There was an abundance of food…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on February 19, 2013 at 6:00 — No Comments

Preview - Sneak Preview



We’re giving you a sneak peak at what’s in store for you this Winter at Preview Shoes. You needn’t set off to Spain this Winter to lay your hands on the most beautiful Boots in town. Preview Shoes has brought in the latest Line of Magrit Footwear to tickle your fancy this Season. These Fusion Stiletto Boots display the Classic Craftsmanship from almost…

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Added by Preview on February 19, 2013 at 6:00 — No Comments

FLUTTER

Barbara Goatcher always had a passion for design and began her career at a well-known Advertising Agency in Johannesburg. After searching for a change in pace and some much needed inspiration, 2010 saw Barbara move from the Big city to a more quiet and peaceful Durban – which is when Flutter came about.

 

Although never being taught jewellery design, Barbara found that the materials…

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Added by Taryn Jones on February 18, 2013 at 11:00 — No Comments

Home Grown Mongoose

This is a case of 'local is definitely lekker' as these bags from Mongoose are seriously gorgeous, uniquely designed by local artists and the fabrics used are 100% natural, mainly cottons, linens and hemp. They are beautifully trimmed with fine detail and all handles are made from bovine leather for strength and durability. The company is based in Pretoria and employs women to manufacture bags,…

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Added by paola chellew on February 18, 2013 at 11:00 — No Comments

Sporty Chic

Sportswear seems to have exploded all over the fashion industry, and is now not only limited to the treadmill and aerobics classes. This sporty trend can be been seen in stores for both men and women alike and is great for the summer months ahead. “Comfort, effortless, chic and colourful” are key words when describing this sportswear inspired trend. Nike, Puma, Addidas and Converse are merely a…

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Added by Taryn Jones on February 18, 2013 at 9:30 — No Comments

Michael Lin Art Collection

If you know coffee, you know illy, and if you know illy, you may know about the “illy Art Collection,” which regularly introduces a limited line of espresso and cappuccino cups, like this set designed by Michael Lin.

 

Lin, from Taiwan, is an artist of a new global pop art, inspired by daily life and by his origins and family memories. He often decorates using…

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Added by illy on February 18, 2013 at 7:00 — No Comments

Reptile Notions

With 2013 being the “Year of the Snake” on the Chinese calendar, designers around the globe have reinvested in this trend which we experienced a few years ago and which we “hate to love.”  Snakeskin has been seen on all the major runways with Fashion Weeks currently on, without reservation, internationally.

 

The key is to invest in a few classics which would remain timeless…

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Added by Elesha Stewart on February 18, 2013 at 6:00 — No Comments

Coca-Cola Unveils Marc Jacobs-Designed Cans

Coca-Cola has launched a limited-edition collection of Diet Coke cans designed by their creative director Marc Jacobs to fete the soda brand’s anniversary in Europe.

The trio of cans pays tribute to the fashion decades of the 1980s, 90s and 2000s, with each silhouette created to incarnate…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on February 18, 2013 at 6:00 — No Comments

Kate Moss Lands Kerastase

Kérastase is hands-down one of the most buzzy hair brands out there, especially after wrapping up a NYFW season that included hair looks for Jason Wu and Creatures Of The Wind. The brand is already a backstage-beauty mainstay, so it's no surprise that it's tapped one of the world's all-time buzziest models to front its new line-Kate…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on February 18, 2013 at 5:00 — No Comments

Best of the Week

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Added by neofundi on February 17, 2013 at 9:00 — No Comments

a passion for fashion: well-heeled

Well well well....well-heeled

 

What is it about a Perfect Pair of Heels that makes them so irresistible? Is the Beauty in the eye of the…

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Added by Taryn Louch - passionista on February 15, 2013 at 21:00 — No Comments

Amazing 3D-Illustrations by Veri Apriyatno

Veri Apriyatno's captivating collection of human forms drawn with intense detail has created these hyper-realistic illustrations of himself. 

Each monochromatic form continues from the previous in an exploration of infinity. It's often difficult to identify where the drawing ends and the real artist begins. Apriyatno uses just a pencil to build the shadows…

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Added by Socratis Avgitidis on February 15, 2013 at 7:52 — No Comments

Love Day

Valentines Day has reared it's loving head again for another year of teddy bears, chocolates and overly full resturants and hotels - I turn my eyes to all things red hot which reminds me that Valetines Day is not only one for love; but for bold fashion statements all round!…

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Added by Taryn Jones on February 14, 2013 at 11:30 — No Comments

Electric Scooter “Moveo” by Antro

Hungarian non-profit Antro group created the “Moveo” – a lightweight electric scooter with folding capabilities allowing for it to collapse like rolling suitcase. It took a five years to develop such a great scooter. It’s weight is only 25 kilograms but it provides a top speed of 45 km/h, and one charge of its battery allows to pass 35…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on February 14, 2013 at 6:00 — 1 Comment

passion of pilates*

Core.

No, it’s not that hard bit found in the middle of an apple. Core refers to something a lot more sinister than a seed container to which a stem attaches. Core is a big buzzword in Fitness, and I found out the excruciating way, that the Core is what is supposed to support me during Exercise, relieving strain…

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Added by Taryn Louch - passionista on February 14, 2013 at 0:00 — No Comments

Stalker Branches Out...

“No-one? I DON’T BELIEVE. You don’t fancy ANYone????”

 

Eeeeish. This girlfriend won’t give up without a fight.

 

No “oh no-one special” nonchalant shrugs. She wants the juicy goss.

 

So I risk it. The pathetic, gory truth.

 

“Well. YOU CAN’T TELL ANYONE……” I look around my living room, expecting a paparazzo…

 

“I have liked the same person FOREVER”.

 

Girlfriend shuffles to…

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Added by Candy Paula May on February 12, 2013 at 18:00 — No Comments

Elegance Jewellers - No Strings Attached

Our N.O.M waxed cord bracelets, made in our very own workshop are still among our trendy clients, one of our best-sellers.  They’re really fun and easy to wear and correspond with the latest global trends.  “Bangle” them up along your arm by custom designing your own distinct charm using precious or semi-precious metals in any colour of your…

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Added by Elesha Stewart on February 12, 2013 at 11:54 — No Comments

New kicks on the block

It's hip to be squared this season with spring's cubism inspired accessories.  Introducing my new found favourite... block heels.…

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Added by Sarah Blanckenberg on February 12, 2013 at 10:00 — No Comments

Macarons & Fashion

For the last couple of years, the famed French macaron maker Ladurée has been teaming up with fashion’s creative minds to make special macaroon sets.

Last year’s fashion week saw a partnership between Ladurée and Lanvin’s Director, Alber Elbaz. The result: a limited-edition bubblegum pink macaron and box.…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on February 12, 2013 at 9:44 — No Comments

Grand Finale with Tiger of Sweden

Tiger of Sweden wrapped up the show with a perfect ending to a glitzy Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week held in Stockholm recently.  Following a magnificent entrance, the full-capacity pavilion was wooed by an incredible women and menswear collection entitled “Intellectual Clash.”…

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Added by Elesha Stewart on February 11, 2013 at 12:28 — No Comments

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