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Whether you’re into eating out, going to a concert, getting fit or spoiling yourself with a new purchase, our guides are your source for the best events happening in South Africa this week.
Whether it was the his and hers wedding gowns for brides and grooms, personalised jam jar gifts for guests or wedding stationary, Fraai Meraai was the go-to company when brides needed to make their special day extra special for guests.
Now Fraai Meraai (Fraai is the Afrikaans term for cute) is taking their designs to the next level with the announcement that they are infiltrating the corporate and baby market. From company logos on cups, glasses and coffee mugs, to catch phrases on golf shirts for team building exercises, Fraai Meraai’s design team can make it happen.
The Fraai Meraai design team of creative thinkers tackles a project with absolute precision to make sure the client has a unique and inspiring design. Fraai Meraai pride themselves in being versatile and creating solutions for their client’s needs.
For more information, visit their website www.fraaimeraai.com.
A visit to The Wedding Expo will ensure that you meet with all the wedding suppliers you will need for your very special day! From booking your venue and photographer to choosing your wedding dress and make-up artist, The Wedding Expo brings the bride-to-be the most comprehensive wedding mall, with the most service providers in one place. The Wedding Expo, which takes place on 11th and 12th at the Cape Town International Convention Center (CTICC), is without a doubt the only show you should attend for inspiration for your big day.
The Wedding Expo is the only wedding show in South Africa that has been approved by the Association of African Exhibition Organisers (AAXO) and is the recipient of countless awards, most recently winning a Diamond Arrow Award in the annual PMR.Africa National Survey on Event and Exhibition Organisers in South Africa.
The expo takes place on 11th and 12th June 2016 at Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Tickets are R80 online and R100 at the door.
Get you gourmet and grape groove on at the 2016 Taste the Helderberg showcase when this winter-blues-busting food and wine affair celebrates the talents and tastes unique to this thriving region on Wednesday evening, 15 June 2016.
This sensoryshowcase of all things Helderberg serves up a treasure trove of the finer things in life with more than 100 premium wines to sip on and dishes from eminent local chefs and artisanal producers to warm the cockles.
Food lovers are also in for a royal treat at this year’s Taste the Helderberg, now in its 8th year, where a delicious smorgasbord of sumptuous delights ranging from signature dishes to decadent sweets will perk the most jaded palates.
The Helderberg Winelands area stretches from Somerset West to Stellenbosch and Sir Lowry’s Pass Village, with some of the country’s most lauded cellars, restaurants and eateries adding their passions and pleasures to this booming area.
Limited tickets for Taste the Helderberg 2016 are available at the cost of R100 per person. The ticket includes a wine glass and the opportunity to taste some of the best wines in the country. Numerous restaurants will tempt the taste buds with mouth-watering portions of their popular dishes which will be on sale throughout the evening.
Enthusiasts can get their happy on in the Helderberg from 17h00 to 21h00 and are encouraged to come straight after work to make the most of the evening.
For more information on Taste the Helderberg 2016 visit www.wineroute.co.za or call 021 886 8275. Tickets will also be available at the door but note that they sell like hotcakes.
Housed by Nigerian-American celebrity stylist Kanayo Ebi, Innocente Messy‘s Mobaly collection features 15 essential trend-led pieces. From defined silhouettes to exaggerated outerwear, the collection is inspired by the ’60s mod subculture with accents and influences from West Africa.
The talented Congolese and London College of Fashion graduate’s breakthrough line has been praised by Beyoncé’s stylist Ty Hunter, US singer Melanie Fiona and worn by celebrity Angela Simmons.
For more information, visit www.innocentemessy.com.
On 16 June, Jozi’s spectacular Emmarentia Dam will celebrate South Africa’s youth with a beautiful day of music at the dam. This full-day family event, a JacarandaFM music experience, welcomes music lovers of all ages. Named after Valiant Swart’s chart-topping hit of the same name, Liefde By Die Dam is a showcase for the best in local talent.
Join the groundbreaking group Die Heuwels Fantasties, revered for their unique music and their energetic live performances, on Youth Day. Joining Die Heuwels on the mainstage is iconic front man of legendary South African rock bands Fokofolisiekar and Van Coke Kartel, Francois van Coke who released his #1 self-titled debut album in 2015. Whilst lazing under the leafy trees of Emmarentia, Theuns Jordaan who is without a doubt one of the biggest voices Afrikaans with personal sales of more than 1.4 million, will serenade you. Adding to this stellar line-up is the man behind the name, Valiant Swart taking audiences on a journey with his Blues guitar and harmonica. To round off this unbelievable day of entertainment are 7 SAMA nominee all-girl group Blackbyrd, up and coming star Brendan Peyper and Jozi favourite Majozi, who will bring you brand new songs from his newly released debut album.
For your day out at the dam there will be a delicious range of South Africa’s best artisan food traders. You can also bring your own picnic and spread your blanket out for the perfect celebration of youth and music. The event takes place from 10am – 5pm. Tickets cost R160 online / R460 VIP and can be purchased here.
Established in 2005 by mother and son team Penny and Dimitri Parolis, Inner Secrets Lingerie has recently celebrated their 10 year anniversary. Heralding such a milestone prompted a new look to take the brand into the future!
“Having just celebrated our 10th anniversary, we felt that it was time to upgrade our image, as we move the business from its infancy into the next exciting period of growth. We have now firmly established ourselves and the identity of Inner Secrets Lingerie and since retail is constantly evolving, it was time for us to present a new look,” comments Dimitri.
The well-recognised stores, which offer women a professional and personal experience in the fitting and styling of all intimate apparel including swimwear and sleepwear, called for a clean, streamlined, modern look with very luxurious finishes to compliment the heritage world brands that they represent.
“The shell of the stores has a polished, neutral look so they feel much more spacious than before and this has created the perfect canvas to showcase the beautiful lingerie and swimwear pieces. We have kept the change room area spacious, comfortable and intimate, to almost represent one’s own dressing room so that women feel at ease as they dress down and become transformed with our professional fitting service,” says Penny
Over the years, Inner Secrets Lingerie has focussed on their business processes, merchandise and service offering to such an extent that they feel confident of their efficient retail operation that is ready to be expanded upon. The new look falls in line with their future plans for the growth of the brand countrywide.
Skinny laMinx is proud to present their gorgeous new print collection, Brise Soleil.
Mid-century style has become very much in vogue these days, possibly because we long for more optimistic times before we noticed that our planet is hotting up. Perhaps it’s time to stop building glass-clad airconditioned edifices, and rather to use humble brick and concrete blocks that provide shade, security, ventilation, privacy and beautiful pattern too.
These thoughts have inspired Moore to create three textile designs in a new fabric collection called BRISE SOLEIL. With these designs, in cool shades of grey, rich tropical blues and fresh pale greens, she hopes to communicate a sense of much-needed mid-century optimism, evoking cool protection, dappled light, and the simple pleasure of a repeating pattern.
The President Hotel entices you to make the most of this winter by indulging in your favourite heartfelt dish and a glass of wine or two at The Islands restaurant.
Come and warm up this winter with their special that includes a main course from R100pp, a two-course set menu for R145pp or a three-course set menu for R190pp. The winter warmer special runs from 12 May until 31 August 2016. This special is available for dinner 7 nights a week and booking is essential.
T’s and C’s: Offer is subject to availability and cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offers.
For more information or to book your seat, please call 021 434 8111.
If you thought pyjamas were just for sleeping in, think again. Coined pyjama dressing, sleepwear as both day and loungewear is gaining momentum. Not only are Sunday’s acceptable for lounging in pyjamas but every other day of the week can be too.
Frustrated by the lack of sophisticated sleepwear products for women, Signature Clothing were inspired to launch their own sleepwear range.
Providing style and comfort to women, Signature Clothing’s new sleepwear range is an affordable luxury investment and is aimed at women who want to look and feel good at home as well as when they are out and about.
With at-home working and home based businesses becoming the norm, a more relaxed attitude to workwear has been adopted. Pyjamas have become multifunctional in that they are easily transitional from sleepwear to daywear, making them the perfect attire to wear when working from home. Effortlessly stylish, no longer do you need to feel embarrassed when having to sign for an unexpected package delivered to your door.
Signature Clothing’s beautiful range of quality sleepwear consists of modern yet timeless silhouettes (buttoned down piped long and short sleeve blouses and matching bottoms) in both classic colours and a variety of sophisticated, feminine and fashionable prints. Soft to the touch, all the pieces are made from Rayon Challis, a luscious lightweight fabric that drapes beautifully and is ideal for travel clothing as creases disappear within minutes. The range is available in sizes 32 – 40.
Proudly South African, the production of Signature Clothing is done locally, thus supporting and empowering the local community. To see and buy Signature sleepwear styles or to view stockists, visit www.signatureclothing.co.za.
In the jungle, dense with life and radiant with colour and energy, nature rules and the fittest and fastest thrive. Inspired by this dynamic world, the Nike Running Jungle Pack showcases a dense tropical motif featuring the equatorial flora and fauna. Delicate insect wings and lush branches reside alongside bright poison dart frogs, the camouflage flash of a jaguar and phosphorescent-like blue finishing.
The pack includes three Nike Running performance footwear styles for men and women: the Nike LunarTempo 2, the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus 33 and the Nike Free RN. In addition, there is a t-shirt for men, a racer-back tank for women and a hat.
The Nike Running Jungle Pack will be available for a limited time starting June 9 at nike.com and retail stores.
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