I was recently introduced to this very special initiative which has given me a new perspective to the way I buy toys for my friends and family’s children.  This enterprise is called TrashCanKidz and it’s a business with a social conscience and purpose.

They produce unique, handmade dolls that portray orphans and vulnerable children throughout the world, in a playful way, whilst…

                                                         A sky planter

As we draw near to the end of the year, we celebrate our accomplishments, family and friends by dressing up and making an effort to attend dinner parties at those we love.  In thanks and appreciation, it’s only polite to take something special with for “The Hostess” who’s put a lot of thought and work into…

Priyanka Chopra,  a former Miss World, actress and recording artist, is one of the most recognized and celebrated talents in India and International cinema and has now been announced the face of Guess’s 2013 Holiday Campaign.

 Paul Marciano, Creative Director for GUESS?, Inc.says “Priyanka’s confidence, strength and sensuality reflect the…

Elle Decor predicted that Brass will be a hot trend in interior design in 2013 and so the trend has finally arrived, albeit at the end of the year, in SA.  We’ve seen many of our favourite local decor stores stocked with the metal said to as precious as a monkey’s balls.

As designers are turning to the 70’s for inspiration, this trend which you last saw your parents splashing…

Dahon has brought us a concept, I’ve waited years for, to arrive in SA....A foldable bike which gives you the freedom to fully enjoy summer, without having to worry about high petrol prices and congestion.

Besides that, because this is not the biggest selling card for me, it’s the fact that once again, bicycles are “back in fashion” and companies are promoting the use…

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…

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.…

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.…

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…

I’m sure you may gather by now that I’m a big fan of Kiehl’s due to the fact that I often mention their name and review their products.  So with that said, their latest offering I’m bringing your attention to is a Super Multi-Corrective cream which “offers a hard-working solution to correct multiple key signs of aging in just 2 weeks and double efficacy within 4…

                                   The Kiehl's Team with the Abazanyana Family 

Both these wonderful American brands come from humble beginnings, sharing similar values and together they have partnered in giving back to…

We’ve just been introduced to this proudly South African Jewellery label, Scarlet, which specialises in Brass and Silver jewellery design and manufacture. They are focused on producing designs of an international standard from once off statement pieces worn by top models on the ramps of SA Fashion Week to beautiful cuffs, earrings, lavish neck pieces and pendants.…

My favourite skin care brand, QMS Cosmetics has just introduced an Oxygen Concentrator Machine to our markets which is said to revolutionize skin care therapy. 

Dr. med. Erich Schulte, the creator of the brand explains that “QMS Medicosmetics Oxygen Machine delivers 98% pure oxygen to the skin cells, resulting in the best carrier for ingredients to…

South African Jewellery Designer Kirsten Goss never fails to inspire me with her creative and distinctively unique pieces of jewellery.  Her hometown, Durban, is where her craft is mostly practiced but she too has a store in London with rumours of another opening in the “Big Apple” (NY) circulating.  With celebrities such as Sarah Jessica Parker adorning her statement pieces, this lady…

Coffee plays such an important part of our everyday lives, we greet each day with a fresh cuppa and meet our loved ones at our favourite places for “a quick coffee”, most of us have collections of our favourite coffee mugs in our cupboards and our most loved items are beautifully displayed on a coffee table at home...it’s all around us without us really realising or taking note…

Since hearing about the collection between Lanvin’s creative director, Alber Elbaz and leading French cosmetics house, Lancôme, we’ve been batting our lashes prettily and patiently and it’s almost here…. Lancôme is launching the much anticipated Hypnôse Show x Alber Elbas in September.

Alber Elbaz, a true believer that luxury triggers joy has…

“Rather late than never” I say...I’ve been meaning to give our décor lovers feedback on this past Decorex show but have been snowed-in under piles of deadlines that have taken me to Rome and back, or so I wish, but nonetheless the show was amazing and I just couldn’t pass by the opportunity to share this with you.

This year saw an amazing 54…

With summer on its way, one of my absolute favourite skincare brands has just launched a Cellular Sun Protection SPF50 to kiss-away the damage our harsh African sun can bring. 

While sun-kissed skin looks great today, the damage of the harmful UV…

I've always loved the look of black and white photography, lending a hand to great memories which are portrayed in a romantic and undoubtedly intimate way.  It’s one of the most effective ways to lend character to your home and now the “Black & White” decor trend, believed to be inspired by the grand, “lady of fashion,” Miss Coco Chanel has hit the ground…

Wrangler is one of the three biggest denim brands with over a hundred years of denim heritage behind them.  Founded in 1904, Wrangler was originally named Blue Bell but was later renamed Wrangler, meaning “Working Cowboy.”  If I was to judge, I’m sure pleased that they changed their name to the “Working Cowboy” (Wrangler) title, as it’s produced a…