October 2013 Blog Posts (25)

The art in being different

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Hyundai Veloster

The first impression

What is the point of being different? To stand out from the crowd? To march to the beat of your own drum? For some it’s a burning desire to be unique, to break from convention and conformity. For others it’s for the sake of it…

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Added by Daniel Calbacho on October 28, 2013 at 9:30 — No Comments

Whisky Sensorium, brought to you by Brandhouse

If you’re looking for something different to do this weekend then head over to Soweto for the FNB Whisky Live Festival.

 

Upon entrance go straight to the Brandhouse, Whisky Sensorium, where you’ll experience an immersive environment set to stimulate all five of your senses.

 

Triya Govender, Johnnie Walker Brand Manager says, “This…

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Added by Elesha Stewart on October 25, 2013 at 17:19 — No Comments

WINNER ANNOUCED AT THE EASTGATE LOOK OF FASHION 2013

On Friday, 18 October 2013, Eastgate Shopping Centre experienced a night of fabulous fashion and stylish trends at the annual Eastgate Look of Fashion (LOF) 2013.  

The Eastgate LOF is a prestigious platform for local talent and aspiring models to launch their careers, and is the longest running, and most influential modelling competition to take…

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Added by maya on October 25, 2013 at 10:00 — No Comments

Arcade by Kirsten Goss

The latest Kirsten Goss collection, inspired in part by the “Steampunk” genre, is best described as darkly romantic with an edge of subversive drama. Fusing the flamboyance and audacity of 20’s Gatsby with a dash of punk for good measure, the bold new Arcade range features asymmetric earrings, striking cuffs and a brass geometric necklace.…

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Added by Elesha Stewart on October 24, 2013 at 9:31 — No Comments

Earth by Sivana Diamonds

A sparkling affair was held last week at a swanky venue in Rivonia, RoomFive, which saw some of the biggest celebs in SA attending.  It was the big reveal of the new Earth Jewellery Range by Sivana Diamonds, which proved that “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend” as ladies drooled over the range on offer.…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on October 23, 2013 at 21:00 — No Comments

The Multi-Purpose Active Wagon

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The first impression

Does that sound less than appealing? Well it shouldn’t. Station wagons are basically just like SUV’s, only riding lower on the tarmac. Yes, that’s right! Both are designed for practicality and are suitable for growing families. Globally…

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Added by Daniel Calbacho on October 21, 2013 at 9:30 — No Comments

Preview-Casadei Stilettos

Step into Summer with these Stilettos from Casadei in a mixture of Metallics and Bold Bursts of Colour, and available in Gold and Red. This Season we experience an Ethnic Mix of Materials, and the Woven Embroidery paired with Pops of Colour, make for a Statement Stiletto. Paired with a Simple Summer Dress or Jeans, you can take your look…

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Added by Preview on October 21, 2013 at 6:00 — No Comments

Chanel Fall-Winter 2013/14 AD Campaign

After a Chanel Fall/Winter 2013-2014 runway show beneath a futuristic metropolis at the Grand Palais, Karl Lagerfeld defies the laws of gravity with the rue Cambon Fashion house’s latest ad campaign.

The new Chanel ad campaign for the Fall-Winter 2013/14 ad campaign, shot by Karl…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on October 17, 2013 at 17:23 — No Comments

Flute for the Soul

There's nothing like music to soothe away the stresses of city life...get down to the Linder Auditorium tonight for a dose of Mozart's Magic Flute Overture in addition to Beethoven's 5th. Till the 14th November, concerts at the Linder are de rigueur on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at 8pm.…

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Added by paola chellew on October 17, 2013 at 10:30 — No Comments

Indoors-Out

The saying goes, “bring the outdoors in” and that may be the truth in most our homes where a pot plant or two, flower arrangement, herbs and even orchids are carefully displayed through-out our homes but with the weather as exquisite as it is here in SA, you want to spend more time outdoors so why not bring the indoors out with these fantastic summer garden rendezvous ideas.…

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Added by Elesha Stewart on October 16, 2013 at 13:04 — 1 Comment

Danné Montague-King - DMK

DMK unveiled their two latest groundbreaking product offerings this past month, namely, TransGenesis and Fiberblast.

 

TransGenesis, catchphrase is “The ULTIMATE Anti-Ageing Crème -

Transcending Time and Giving You a New…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on October 15, 2013 at 18:09 — No Comments

Preview-Giuseppe Zanotti Flats

These Gorgeous Giuseppe Zannoti Flats are a must-have item this Season and celebrate Attention to Detail. The Crystal Detailing in an array of Bright and Bold Colours brighten any ensemble, and the mix of Colourful Metallics paired with Bejewelled Embellishments ensure you don’t go unnoticed in your Flat out Fabulous…

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Added by Preview on October 14, 2013 at 17:02 — 1 Comment

The Marshmallow of SUV’s

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The first impression

Nissan South Africa launched their Murano back in 2002 and made its way to South Africa in 2005.. Acclaimed for it's coupe like design and overall sporty lines, it was unique and fresh. The medium sized segment was pretty new back then. Eight years on and it’s a…

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Added by Daniel Calbacho on October 14, 2013 at 9:30 — No Comments

First of It's Kind Rockabily Festival Set For Cape Town

If you love Hot Rods, custom bikes, burlesque and an all-round retro flavour? Then be sure to catch the first official Rockabilly Festival to be held in South Africa, hosted by Dusty Rebels and the Bombshells in Cape Town, South Africa, on 9 November 2013.…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on October 9, 2013 at 21:30 — 1 Comment

Pretty in Pink: The Colour of the Month

In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we take a look at the colour pink, what it symbolizes and look to pink décor for inspiration.

 

The color pink represents compassion, nurturing and love. It relates to unconditional love and understanding, and the giving and receiving of nurturing.  In color psychology, pink is a sign of hope. It is a positive…

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Added by Elesha Stewart on October 9, 2013 at 13:48 — No Comments

JPO Springs into their Second Season

After a successful first ‘comeback’ season, the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra is guaranteed to put a spring in your step with its Second Symphony Season at its musical home, the Linder Auditorium in Parktown.

 Classical music lovers will be spoilt for choice with a feast of piano and violin concertos…

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Added by paola chellew on October 9, 2013 at 11:00 — No Comments

Boy Vey...

“Please. Please can I just touch it for a while?” He pleaded.

“No! I don’t even know you!” I reply. 

“Ok. I’ll give you MY foot first to make it a fair exchange.” 

Before I knew it, this 6.2ft man had his Paul Smith-clad foot in my hand. I had no option but to marvel at his chutzpah. 

I slipped my shoe off. I can safely assume he liked my foot. He grabbed my face and kissed me.

(Note: my…

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Added by Candy Paula May on October 8, 2013 at 18:00 — No Comments

Meze, Mira and Makeup

Irene Stephanou’s Meze, Mira and Makeup is an hilarious one-woman account that is both poignant and passionate, and encapsulates the agonies of an adolescent Greek girl growing up against the grain.

In a world where being asked to dance is the penultimate prize, Mira articulates her encounters in a mimicry of colourful chameleonic characters…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on October 8, 2013 at 9:00 — No Comments

The do it all SUV

 

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The first impression

A Cougar is mountain lion, which is part of the Puma family of kitty cats. Ask most youths today what they think a Cougar is and more than…

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Added by Daniel Calbacho on October 7, 2013 at 9:30 — No Comments

Lancôme introduces DreamTone

We all strive for perfect skin in this imperfect world and it does somewhat seem to be the end of the world when our skin acts up or is not as radiant and clear as we’d hoped for.  I have middle-aged friends on all sorts of extremely intense skin regimes because the pressure for “flawless radiant skin” is top notch.

 

Well, thankfully, in this day and age we have…

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Added by alexandra avgitidis on October 4, 2013 at 17:41 — No Comments

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