International Packaging trends from around the globe:

A new focus on material mix and surface contrasts helps packaging stand out in the crowded marketplace. The above is a conceptual design by Harshya Singh for Levi's bath and body packaging from the Academy of Art University, in San Francisco. It is a combination of frosted glass with…

Italian superstar Elisabetta Canalis bares all for PETA's iconic anti-fur campaign and proudly declares that she'd rather go naked than wear fur. 

"I decided to go nude because I think that nudity always creates a big reaction," says Canalis. "These poor animals are electrocuted, skinned alive, drowned, and bludgeoned just for the sake of fashion."…

Stop being so unreasonable. What does that even mean? Stop being me so you can be more you all over the place?

I think that in all relationships it’s important to have requirements, boundaries, and, dare I say it, expectations. But, what is reasonable to one person may be utter ludicrousness to someone else…

I have been reading a few books about dating, relationships, etc etc. Steve Harvey keeps saying that men respect women…

This is the 3rd part of my series- The Perfect Pleasure. Remember there is more to smoking than meets the eye. The mood, the state of mind and a sexual tension are the driving forces that make me want to strike a match. If you are thinking of giving up, this is not for you. Enjoy!

You may want to catch up by viewing…

Prabal Gurung is fast becoming one of my favourite designers, his look is provocative and dominated by sporty fabrics. Cute light dresses and amazing shoes. Perfect for a hot summer look.

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Mink Pink garments are influenced an inspired from high-end designers, current trends, street styling and vintage pieces.  Fun, fashionable and affordable.…

We are adding new and delicious items to our tashas menus.  Our new menus will be in the stores by November. In order for us to innovate and be on trend with our recipes, flavours and ingredients we have to research.  I…

Watching a documentary on sharks with my nephew Ilyo this morning, there is a particular scene that he and I love! We watch it again, and again, each inspired in our own way and becoming progressively more elated together! It's a scene shot in a bay, where baby gennets (seabirds) take to the water for the first time to fly - without their parents, who've already left the colony. Understandably, inexperienced young birds floating on water and flapping their wings draws sharks. Big ones. Bull…

18 carat pink gold, Delices de Cartier 

Delices de Cartier is a mouth-watering watch, a timepiece that tempts like a succulent delicacy with its curving transparency, its smooth tapered case, its twisted…

I am a big believer that if I work on myself to become better, I then have the power to change the way I see things and stop trying to change everyone else. The discomfort I am feeling is My discomfort, and only when my judgment morphs into compassion will my view start shifting.

I believe that all of us have been given 5 graces (gifts):

The gift of Thought, The…

Shoelosophy notes: There is a new documentary and I can't wait to see it. 

"God Save My Shoes" is the first documentary film to explore the intimate relationship women have with their shoes.

This film features Christian Louboutin, Manolo Blahnik, Dita Von Teese and many more celebrities.

Check out the trailer…

Projection art photography is a growing trend in fashion photography. This trend accentuates both the human body and different art pieces projected onto the human body. Marc Philbert projects pop art, action heroes and sunset photos with palm trees. This style is new and exciting. Check out the shoot below.

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From Manhattan to Milan, Atlanta to Australia, the after-hours shopping extravaganza Fashion's Night Out celebrated its third glorious year.

All the world’s a stage and never more so than on FNO… women in heels, men in bow ties, champagne is poured and the doors open to fashion’s biggest party! Take a look at some of the…

British-born photographer Araminta de Clermont's riveting photojournalistic series of South African gang members as they are released back into society.

This series is an exploration into the tattoos, and lives, of members of South Africa’s ‘Numbers’ prison gangs (the 26s, 27s & 28s) after having been released back into society, normally after many years, if not decades, of…

I’m calling it. All that energy and moolah invested in Braamfontein got a little closer to paying off this morning with the opening of Cape Town’s favourite Neighbourgoods Market in Braamfontein. But before I talk about that let’s rewind… The week stared with an invitation from Southpoint Hospitality for an overnight stay at its…

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This is our first neofundi newsletter. We plan on highlighting the weeks activities every Saturday. 

Hope you enjoy!

THIS WEEK ON…

The Neighbourgoods Market is finally coming to the city of Johannesburg! In keeping with their commitment to urban regeneration and the goal to revive and reinvent the Public Market as a civic institution, they have chosen a venue in the heart of the city precinct of Braamfontein. If you consider yourself a foodie or self proclaimed Ramsay when it comes to the kitchen or a…

This Introduction kit to Dr Rey's Face & Body Range allows you to experience the wonderful world of Sensual Solutions. The winning Fundi's will enjoy Dr Rey's superior treats of…