Want to know what’s the latest and greatest? You’ve come to the right place! Your GLAMOUR Guides are here to keep you updated on products, parties, places and everything else currently catching our eye.
Whether you’re into eating out, going to concerts or spoiling yourself with a new purchase, our guides are your source for the best things happening in South Africa this week.
Tuck into tapas
Fine wines and flame grilled tapas are on offer at Grand Provence’s Braai4Heritage during the annual Franschhoek Uncorked Festival, 24 – 25 September. Enjoy the special tapas heritage menu – available from R75 per serving – while taking in the beautiful views of the surrounding mountains. Visit www.franschhoekuncorked.co.za for more details.
Get moving!
Mari Rabie made South Africans proud at the Rio Olympics where she finished 11th in the Women’s Triathlon. Now that she’s back home, Mari is focusing her attention on her athleisure fashion line, movepretty. The fashionable collection of female activewear is designed to give the wearer ultimate comfort and optimal performance while looking incredibly pretty! For more information or to place an order, visit www.movepretty.co.za.
Hit the streets
Launched in 2014, The Street Store has officially gone global! Their 500th store is taking place from 10:30am – 3pm on 25 September outside the Salesian Institute, 2 Somerset Road Green Point. Come hang up your clothing donations and help those in need! For more info on this great initiative, click here.
Take a trip down memory lane
This Heritage Day,
Heritage Day at Nederburg costs R350 per adult and R150 per child younger than 13. Call 021 877 5155 to book, or email [email protected].
Fashion for a cause
On the 29 September at 7:30pm, be sure to join the KLûK CGDT Sunflower Fund Gala Event
. KLûK CGDT will be launching their latest collection in partnership with The Sunflower Fund. Tickets to the event cost R600 and the full proceeds of ticket sales will assist The Sunflower Fund with their awareness campaigns around bone marrow registry, a recruitment process that is fundamental to saving the lives of hundreds of South African’s every year. Click here to book your tickets.
Put a spring in your step
Join Montecasino in celebrating all things spring at their Spirit Of Spring Festival from 23 – 25 September. Enjoy tasty meals, indulge in some spring-themed shopping and be entertained with interactive workshops. PLUS there will be a fashion show by JJ Schoeman, live music acts and a cocktail lounge – it’s the perfect family day out! For more information go to www.montecasino.co.za.
Introducing Michael Kors’ striking new fragrance, Wonderlust. Fronted by the gorgeous Lily Aldridge, the scent is deeply romantic and inspired by the unexpected, the unknown and the exotic. With notes of almond milk, pink pepper and a whole bouquet of flowers, the fragrance is truly unforgettable. Prices range from R910 – R1 495.
Create a beautiful story
We’re so excited to announce that the Anais Jewellery Collection is now available in South Africa! The gorgeous collection allows you to make up your own personal piece of jewellery by choosing your locket, your chain and your charms – all made from precious metals and genuine gemstones. From letters and symbols to birthstones, you’re guaranteed to find something meaningful to you. Chains range from R899 to R1 899, keepers range from R1 299 to R3 699 and charms range from R549 to R3 699. For more information, visit www.anaisparis.co.za.
Save your bag!
Afraid of ruining your gorgeous designer purse in the rain? We’ve found the solution! Save My Bag is a range of handbags made from a waterproof, ultra-lightweight material called poly-lycra, made specifically to protect its contents from the elements. They’re durable, lighter than a bottle of water, washable and also incredibly stylish! For more information on these Italian-made beauties, visit www.savemybag.co.za.
Time for a getaway!
South Africa’s premier outdoor lifestyle and adventure event, The Gauteng Getaway Show is back! Even bigger and better than usual, the travel show will be taking place at the Ticketpro Dome from 23 – 25 September. With over 400 exhibits, abseiling, competitions and food and drink on offer, this is not an event to be missed. For more info visit www.getawayshow.co.za.
Experience personalised comfort
Woolford‘s fall/winter collection sees the launch of a pair of stockings with a waistband that can be completely personalised to suit the figure of the wearer. This revolutionary creation means that the tights are comfortable all over and offer a perfect fit, no matter your shape or height. The new comfort cut is now available in-stores. For more information, visit www.partner-jhb.wolfordshop.co.za.
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