For autumn/winter ‘16, Clarks offer a collection of flat shoes which takes exciting steps towards two very different but complementary worlds. Mannish, tailored styles infused with classic heritage are contrasted with super-modern, sports-inspired styles. Sometimes the two moods collide to create brilliantly bold new shapes.

The trend for…

With the opening of the new impressive Mall of Africa, we welcome many new brands into South Africa.  One of them being, Antony Morato. Although Hydraulics stores in Sandton City and Eastgate stock the brand. There is now a flagship concept store in Mall of Africa that can be found in Shop 2230 in the spectacular Crystal Court.

 The AW 15/16 collection is currently in…

I just love that name, and the brand for that matter! It sounds so punk-rock with an absolute appeal to be needed and wanted.

This season, The Kooples introduce light and romantic “feathers’ print” to their ever-so-popular brand.  Engineered in 5 silhouettes, the print is showcased in technical suiting, lace trimmed camisoles, silk dresses and soft…

Many of us have opted for the easy way out by having our hair blow-dried at a salon weekly which chews at our budget every month but by joining rewards clubs we fool ourselves into thinking that it gives us all we need to have the perfect hair for every occasion.

But…

Seen as an extension of our personalities, shoes are worn to make a statement, define our innuendos and tell a telling story about our moods. So take note then when you see a lady donning one hell-of-a-shoe, what her statement to the world, just might be.

SamStar’s new Über sexy Fall/ Winter collection shares a little insight into the lady wearing her shoes.  It’s undeniable.…

If you’ve gained a little weight and the first signs of it is showing is on your face, then you need to know what earrings may (or may not) draw more attention to the areas you wish to conceal.

Earrings can add the flattering finishing touches to your unique features if you know what you’re working with.  Self-talk is pivotal in getting this exercise right.  We turned…

This season, Tiger of Sweden Women introduces the iconic Coralia Coat, known synonymously with the brand world-wide.

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Let me begin by saying, I’m not really a bakkie (pick-up) kind of guy. To me their existence seemed reserved for those whose life and work…

I’m obsessed with this new exfoliating gel that I recently was introduced to from Comfort Zone.  The product is labelled as a “scrub” but the gel-like serum is extremely soft on your skin and still removes dead skin cells as it should.  My skin instantly felt baby-soft and looked radiant.

The product is said to be ideal for oily skin, but I have a combination skin…

If you’re looking for a place to have a fun evening, look no further than the fabulous Metro Restaurant Café & Bar in Bryanston. Owner Kosta Kosmas is a gracious host and the ambiance is warm and welcoming, with gorgeous leather couches and soft glowy lighting which makes intimacy easy.

From Goat to Gizzards, there’s something for everyone at Metro-…

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I’m reviewing Mercedes-Benz' GLE 400. GLE. What's that? Good question. Mercedes have…

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Did you know that the entry level car market, along with the compact crossover segment, are the only two categories growing in…

If you’re looking for a product for your body to correct stretch marks and increase the general tone of your skin, revealing a suppler and compact looking skin then you need to try Body Strategist Oil by Comfort Zone.

A combination of innovative oils of natural origin is combined to give “intense elasticising” action on the concentrated areas of…

I recently came across Comfort Zone’s latest range of products that are beautifully packaged and grabbed my attention from across the Carlton Hair Salon in which they’re stocked…

In preparation for winter, I armed myself with their Tranquility Oil that you can use in a warm bath on a cold winters night.  It’s an aromatic body and bath oil that makes the skin silk-like…

One of our favourite brands from Preview: The Designer Collection, which forms part of the Europa Art Group, is Loriblu by Graziano Cuccù, the gifted Italian designer and shoe maker.

Cuccù started the brand in the 1970’s from his love of shoes and a desire of being a successful entrepreneur.  In his basement, he used an old broken washing machine and turned it into a leather ‘beating’…

This is not for the faint-hearted but promises to be an experience of a lifetime. Dine under the sky or stars while enjoying the most spectacular view. Enjoy a breakfast, lunch, snacks or dinner while dining around a 22 seater table which is suspended 50m in the sky from a crane.…

If you’re a trend-setting shoe lover then you must know of the Italian shoe designer, Giuseppe Zanotti.  His creations are unique in every sense of the word, making him one of the world’s most well-known designers that celebrities swoon over and now we’re able to purchase these little wonders at Preview stores (Europa Art Group) nationwide.…

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A home-grown favourite is the Amarula fruit which is used to make the infamous Amarula liqueur. Use this liqueur to make a warm winter pud, another SA classic, malva pudding with a twist as an after-dinner treat.

Ingredients

1 cup cake flour (125g)

1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

generous pinch of salt

1 egg

1 cup castor sugar

1 Tbsp…