What would you do if you got to test drive a luxury brand car, specifically a Volvo?  Would you find inspiration in the design and interpret it into a room of abundance?  Well, four of Gauteng’s leading interior designers did just that.  They were given a car to test drive and tasked to interpret elements of the car in an innovative room setting that embodies the design traits…

Wouldn't it be nice if you could exchange your entire wardrobe, or a few of those items you loved in store but have never worn after purchasing, for new (at least to you) designer label items of clothing?  Well, DESTINY Magazine and Skip hosted an exciting Fashion Exchange workshop, helping Fashionistas lead the way in recessionista trends.

The 150…

I love this time of the year when major retail companies celebrate their birthdays and South Africans go into a frenzy over major “End of Season” sales... Decorex SA celebrates its 20th Birthday this year with an online pop up store showcasing some of the finest South African design talent on an Uber trendy website, Citymob, which showcases the latest must-haves to roll off…

Possibly due to a recent love lost, aka, a break-up, I find myself wanting to thrust myself into decorating my home and naturally or more irritatingly, I’m currently most drawn to rooms with a rich romantic ambiance with muted tones.

These warm, neutral tones are perfect for creating…

Thaba Ya Batswana has wished the “Winter Blues” away with their new and very first hot chocolate trio, designed to warm up even the coldest winter months.

“We expect to see a lot of happy faces at our Kraal Restaurant as patrons can now indulge in a selection of 3 Hot Chocolate flavours: ‘Hot Chocolate with a condensed milk infused cream topping…

The countdown has begun to Africa’s premier décor, design and lifestyle exhibition. Decorex Joburg takes place from the 7^th to 11^{th of} August and there’s a feast of ideas and inspiration in store for this year’s visitors.

This year marks the 20^th anniversary of Decorex Joburg which will see organisers and exhibitors…

Timothy Maurice Webster’s new book Soul to Sole is a guide to creating an authentic identity, something many of struggle with in this fast-paced moment in time.  Timothy’s inspirational and philosophical words are not his first, he is a contemporary brand stylist and successful entrepreneur and the author of three brand leadership books as well as a columnist…

Not many of us have a log cabin in the ski-slopes to migrate to during the cold winter months so I’m bringing you the next best thing….A way to transform your own home into a haven of “winter delight.”…

So you’ve heard about The Luminance Trunk Shows which have been in all the major cities in SA thus far from your fashion forward friends? Now is your time to come and experience it for yourself and shop your heart out!  Luminance, in association with Nedbank Private Wealth, is bringing a Pop-Up store to your city, Pretoria…see the details below...  You don’t want…

A whole lot fun was had in Tuscany, Italy, recently when Matto Vanzi of Italy was crowned the winner of the BOMBAY SAPPHIRE® World’s Most Imaginative Bartender competition.

Matteo Vanzi took home the top honours at the global final in Tuscany, Italy, which saw him compete against professional bartenders from around the world for…

With a fashion heritage of 40 years and humble beginnings as a specialist bridal store, D’Oré re-opened its doors on Thursday 23 May, unveiling a restoration of elegance and style, elevating the stores aptitude on competing at an international level with global boutique stores.

In addition to the well-loved brands that the store has stocked over the years…

A place of peace and tranquility in the middle of the hustle and bustle of a rich, hurly-burly suburb is difficult to come by in the “City of Gold” although in contrast, Life Day Spa in Rosebank is a haven of luxury, relaxation and absolute indulgence, offering you peace of mind, in only a few hours.

I was recently treated to a “pamper me” session at Life Day Spa which was a…

                                        Lee-Ann Liebenberg and Nicky van der Walt

Last week Thursday saw the return of the infamous Union Pop-Up Bar in Melrose Arch once again, drawing our most glamorous celebrities thanks to Bombay Sapphire. 

Bombay Sapphire, the gin infused with precious botanicals known to those who drink it…

I’m envious at the best of times of women with long, lustrous, frizz-free hair as I’ve struggled for years to achieve such locks and am still pioneering toward the mark.  To me, long hair represents a lady with patience as it’s a well known fact that long hair requires much more attention and work than short hair as well as a certain level of class and sophistication if…

It’s not often that you come by a product that has enough “dirt on it “to make you squeal with joy.  On a rainy day in Parkhurst I stumbled into a trendy boutique and gasped at the sight of these good looking wooden sunglasses which go by the name; “Hout Couture.”  I knew they had to be a South African product with such an authentic name, I knew I had to own my own…

David Llewelyn is known for his hand crafted, signature collections as no two pieces he creates are alike in style and customization, making him enormously unique as an interior designer.  His new Autumn/Winter collection was launched in Hyde Park last week and illustrates a variety of highly specialised finishing techniques that are new and fresh in the South…

For a leading luxury men’s and women’s brand such as Tiger of Sweden which is sold and marketed in 18 countries this next bit of information comes with much anticipation.  Tiger of Sweden has just launched their “Made to Order” service in South Africa which introduces: “Designed in Sweden. Woven in Italy” in conjunction with premium Italian weaver…

Top Cape Town based interior designers, Stephen Lasker of Edge Interiors, Tracy Lee Lynch whom won last year’s “Interior Designer of the Year” award, Debbie Hall from the Hall Collection and Adriaan Lochner, winner of last year’s “Best Small Stand” award will all be participating in this years Decorex Cape Town show which kicks off on Thursday the 25^th of…

Even though Emerald Green was named the Pantone colour of the year for 2013, the hue of blue is making its mark on runways and showroom floors across the world.  Kyle Schuneman, international interior designer, says the true shade of blue to go for this year is a mix of royal blue and navy…

The last two evenings of SA Fashion Week measured up to all I expected it to be and more.  It was exciting, edifying and extremely fashion forward which caused my summer wish list to extend in space and time.  My favourite designers from the last two days were, amongst many, Colleen Eitzen, Sies! Isabelle, Kottin & Twill, Palse Homme, Joel Janse Van Vuuren, Loxion Kulca…