Montecasino to host Pink Punter 2013 – Posh in Pink

What started 12 years ago and over 600kms away as a gathering of friends in a picnic stall at the Durban July has evolved into a permanent fixture on Joburg’s social calendar. It’s Pink Punter and for the first time ever it’s taking place at Gauteng’s premier entertainment destination — Montecasino ...

Bigger and better than any Pink Punter before, Pink Punter 2013 — Posh in Pink at Montecasino hits the Montecasino Outdoor Events Area on Saturday 6 July 2013 from 11:00 to 22:00, and will feature an outdoor tent town, beer garden, cash bars, large screen televisions, live race feed, fantastic entertainment and great DJ’s, live betting plus loads of beautiful people splashed in pink and having a good time in the sun. 

It’s the biggest Durban July party in the province and with prizes for the best dressed, you have every reason to step out in style and enjoy all the fun, fashion and festivity of the Durban July in the City of Gold — in pink. 

Tickets are available through TicketWeb — www.webtickets.co.za, but numbers are limited so buy now to avoid disappointment. Standard tickets cost R250; VIP tickets cost R500 and get you VIP entry into the area, VIP lounge area, private VIP cash bar and VIP restrooms. Right of admission is reserved and no under 18’s are allowed. Corporate hospitality is available on request 

For full details on Pink Punter 2013, Posh in Pink, visit www.montecasino.co.za or www.pinkpunter.co.za. Alternatively, join Montecasino (www.facebook.com/Montecasino) and Pink Punter (www.facebook.com/pages/Pink-Punter-2013-POSH-in-PINK-at-Montecasino) on Facebook or email info@pinkpunter.co.za. 

ABOUT PINK PUNTER 

The concept of getting friends together to enjoy the festivities of what the Durban July has to offer is key to the event’s success. The Pink Punter's "cult-like" popularity saw it outgrow the picnic stalls of the Greyville Racecourse in Durban and led the event to Johannesburg in 2008. 

Ironically, moving the event to Joburg was an overwhelming success, with numbers swelling from 350 guests in 2008 to 2000 in 2012. During this time, the Pink Punter has been refined into a professional operation encompassing everything that's great about the Durban July — one of South African’s finest horseracing events. 

2013 sees Pink Punter moving venues once again to accommodate all those party-goers who have missed out in the past. The new venue at Montecasino allows for an enhanced Pink Punter experience while still maintaining the outdoor feel of past events.

Aldo: Check Your Hedge SS 2013

This season, ALDO presents a marketing campaign as fresh as the grass is green.

ALDO has unveiled CHECK YOUR HEDGE, a global marketing campaign that celebrates the days when summer’s great escape becomes an adventure close to home. Who needs to go anywhere when the sun’s so high and there’s a garden getaway calling? ...

For the shoot, accomplished photographer Dan Jackson lent his camera eye to a bold, graphic vision of an ALDO summer. Leafy greens and poolside blues inspired by David Hockney are given an over-the-top pop-art twist by models Jourdan Dunn, Emily DiDonato and Florian Van Bael.

“We decided to mix it up in 2013 - a sophisticated and ambitious concept, a strict styling code, a new photographer, two girl models instead of one, and capped by a bold early 90's nod to one of our favorite bands from back in the day. CHECK YOUR HEDGE is mischievous, elevating, and inviting all at once. It feels confident, like when someone winks - not in a flirty way but in the 'I get you and I get it' kind of way,” explains Douglas Bensadoun, Creative Director — Vice President, Marketing, ALDO. 

The launch is supported by an integrated marketing campaign across a variety of platforms including print, online, out of home and social media. 

So unplug, kick back, hit the pool, and CHECK YOUR HEDGE, — before you miss the party brewing in your own backyard. 

The SS13 campaign and collection will only be in ALDO stores from the end of July  beginning August 2013. 

ABOUT ALDO :

Founded in 1972, ALDO Group is a leading international retailer for fashion footwear and accessories with over 1,600 stores in 80 countries. ALDO, the group’s flagship brand, delivers fashion to a diverse customer base at prices that make keeping up with seasonal styles a luxury within reach.

International Fashion Sale on a Bigger Scale

Lakusasa Exhibitions brings you the 2013 International Fashion Sale under new ownership, new management and new strategies. From 26 to 28 July 2013, an International Fashion Sale extravaganza will be held at Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand ...

With a “winter wonderland” theme, shopping hours from 10am till 10pm, it promises discounts of up to 70% on local and international clothing brands like Tom Ford, Roberto Cavalli, Marc Jacobs and Cazal sunglasses; popular international men’s wear brands such as Borgat Man, X-Seption and Mondo Barracci, an exclusive Turkish brand. The ladies will also be in for a shopping treat indulging in various cosmetics, fragrances, and lingerie brands; shopping Errol Arends clothing as well as shoes at discounted prices. 

There will be spot prizes up for grabs for all in attendance, a well orchestrated fashion show and refreshment bars for recharging after a long day of shopping. With Metro fm broadcasting at the IFS grounds and Grazia Magazine offering the shoppers a pampering station throughout the shopping days, there is no doubt that the 2013 International Fashion Sale will be spectacular, a place for a fashionista at heart! 

MasterChef Judge Scores With Boktown Inspired Menu

Benny Masekwameng with his ABSA Boktown, Montecasino inspired dishes

Season 2 of MasterChef SA is in full swing and in the spirit of a MasterChef Invention Test, Montecasino challenged Tsogo Sun Celebrity Chef and MasterChef SA judge, Benny Masekwameng to create a two course menu inspired by ABSA Boktown at Montecasino — the Home of the Official True Supporters’ Village ...

Jacques Heath (GM SunSquare Hotel), Benny Masekwameng (Tsogo Sun Celebrity Chef) and Tamerine Jardine (Miss Earth)

Benny’s Boktown inspired menu featured a truly South African steak roll consisting of grilled Cajun-spiced and BBQ basted sirloin steak slices on baby rocket leaves topped with Chakalaka and Peppadews, and wrapped with a herbed ciabatta roll, served with a Greek side salad and baked crispy potatoes, and for dessert, a traditional apple crumble served with mixed berry compote and Crème Anglaise. On arrival guests were served a green Martini. 

Tsogo Sun Celebrity Chef, Benny Masekwameng and Miss Earth, Tamerine Jardine

The final clash in the Castle Lager Incoming Tour takes place this Saturday, 22 June and sees our Boys take on Samoa. Voted the BEST place to watch the big game, ABSA Boktown Montecasino will come alive with Springbok fans enjoying all the tries, triumphs and great moments of the game. Complete with live entertainment, Springbok-themed prizes, boerie rolls and beverage offerings, best dressed competitions, Springbok ambassador appearances and more - there is no limit to the amount of fun, laughs and good times to be had! 

The match will be screened on Montecasino’s huge Outdoor Piazza screen. Gates open at 16:00 and the game kicks off at 17:00. Tickets cost R30 and include a free beverage (local beer, cider, soft drink or mineral water). There are only 1600 seats available, so book your tickets now on montecasino.co.za

For more info about Absa Boktown at Montecasino or the various other exciting events, promotions and special offers just waiting for you to enjoy at Montecasino, visit www.montecasino.co.za or join the official Montecasino Facebook fan page at www.facebook.com/montecasino. You can also follow Montecasino on Twitter at @MontecasinoZA - #MonteBoktown 

Marc Jacobs for Coca-Cola light® ♥

When you combine fashion and Coca-Cola light®, you are bound to get a sparkling result. Today, we announce the latest fashion forward campaign that will tantalise your taste buds. Straight from the runway, we present Coca-Cola light® and Marc Jacobs Sparkling Together ...

Coca-Cola light® has seen international designers such as Jean Paul Gaultier and Karl Lagerfeld lend their creativity to the iconic bottle in 2011 and 2012 respectively.

This year, Marc Jacobs brings his unique vision to the brand, uniting the stylish and light-hearted personalities of both icons. Inspired by the ’80s, ’90s and ’00s, the chic designs capture a celebration of women through the decades, with a whimsical twist–true to Jacobs’ signature style.

Jacobs’ collection exudes a youthful spirit, with provocative artistry–the perfect partner to collaborate with Coca-Cola light®.

Marc Jacobs commented, “I feel very privileged to be the new creative director of Coca-Cola light® in 2013 and put my stamp on the Sparkling Together campaign. Coca-Cola light® is an icon… and I love an icon.”

Coca-Cola light® and Marc Jacobs 330ml cans, 500ml and 2L PET are available in store this June ♥

There's even a cute video to go along with the campaign! A must watch!

images via Coca Cola

Info via Brand Ambassador

Paris-Edimbourg

Inspired by the Scottish influence of Chanel’s pre-fall 2013 Paris-Edimbourg collection, the iconic fashion house tapped actress Tilda Swinton for the collection’s campaign ... 

Creative Director Karl Lagerfeld lensed the Scottish blonde for the new advertisements set against a backdrop of medieval tapestries. 

 Rich tartan and ornate embellishments bring a new twist to the transitional season.

Via FGR

Father's Day Ideas from Tumi ...

So, the 16th of June is Father's Day and Tumi have put together some awesome gift ideas for Dad's of all sorts ...

For the Digital Dads:

For the Boardroom Bound Dads:

For the Travelling Dads:

Traveling Dancer

Photographer Marco Trunz captures Danish fashion model Amanda Norgaard for the latest issue of KURV Magazine...

Dressed by stylist Nadja Brvar in a mix of prints and ladylike silhouettes from designer labels, the ballerina graces the New York City subway with a dancer’s grace.

Hair and Makeup done by Sandra Kern and Janina Zais respectively.

Via FGR

Made In China ...

The June 2013 issue of Harper’s Bazaar China features fashion models Hong Jun Chen, Li Jie Liu, Li Jun Liu, Lin Zhu and Hiu Hiu Ma as designer dolls... 

Dressed in spring looks from the likes of Michael Kors, Dior and Louis Vuitton selected by stylist Xiao Mu Fan; these Chinese beauties channel their inner barbie both in print and in motion for an accompanying film directed by Shxpir. 

Make-up is done by Qi Sun and hair by Jason X.

Via FGR

Read Many Pages ...

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Topshop opens in Hong Kong!

TOPSHOP launches its first flagship store in Hong Kong today. The 14,000 square ft Hong Kong flagship store is positioned in the bustling area of Queen's Road Central. Sir Philip Green opened the store alongside Korean singer Kim Hyuyeon and Taiwanese actress Gwei lun Mei ...

Sir Philip Green comments: "This is a very exciting step in the continued growth of TOPSHOP as a global, yet uniquely British, brand. I am confident that the fashion-loving Hong Kong customers will enjoy the retail experience and fantastic product offer that TOPSHOP will deliver for them." 

TOPSHOP stores are unique and unrivalled shopping destinations all over the world, bringing with it the coolest British styles and trends to Hong Kong. With more than 300 new pieces delivered every week the new store will house the best that TOPSHOP has to offer. 

Shoppers will be able to enjoy the best ranges from the iconic British brand - Unique; the seasonal collection shown at London Fashion Week, Boutique; the brand's premium limited edition line, and the designer collaborations TOPSHOP is recognised for worldwide, will all sit alongside the trend-led mainline collections. 

Other must-have pieces will include TOPSHOP's famous Leigh Jeans, worn and loved by the likes of Alexa Chung, Kate Bosworth and Sienna Miller and Topshop Make-UP, every fashion girl's first stop for the latest trends and colours. 

Items exclusive to the Hong Kong store, such as collectable T-shirts and beanie hats will be available to buy for the launch. 

TOPSHOP's world renowned and complimentary by-appointment Personal Shopping service will be on offer in a dedicated suite; Customers will be able to enjoy the full VIP treatment and shop with the experienced TOPSHOP Personal Shoppers on hand to offer style advice. 

TOPSHOP will open a corner space within the LAB Concept store later in the year.

Dior Opera

Dior’s fall 2013 ready-to-wear campaign embraces the luxury fashion label's pension for all things glamorous. Starring models: Daria Strokous, Anastasia Ivanova, Iselin Steiro and Marie Piovesan who were photographed by Willy Vanderperre in the Opéra Garnier in Paris ...

The rich interior and exterior of the building provide the perfect backdrop to Creative Director Raf Simons’ elegant designs. The gowns showcased are totally in their element — surrounded by grand staircases, ornate ceilings and dramatic chandeliers.

In addition to full skirted, strapless dresses, the Dior Fall 2013 ad campaign shows off a few sophisticated jackets, statement necklaces and glamorously polished beauty looks; a night at the opera has never seemed so elegant. 

Monochromania

Forever New introduces Monochromania, a fresh take on 1960’s mod style. Influenced by the current city street style trends of New York, Paris, and London, Monochromania is the perfect style refresh for your wardrobe ...

The Monochromania collection focuses on sharp tailored looks paired with clean black and porcelain separates, highlighted with primary pops of cobalt and mustard. Patterns go bold with high contrast geometric patterns and spliced colour block details. Monochromatic stripes enhance the look, exuding the ultimate in 60’s ‘it girl’ chic. 

Ladylike silhouettes appear in A-line dresses, shell style tops and clean, minimalist lines. The Tux Jacket is set to be a wardrobe staple, arriving in black and white colour combinations. The print trouser remains a key piece and features in a bold geometric drape silhouette, with a side stripe for a sportswear twist. 

Accessories continue the minimalist colour palette, with heavy gold chain nameplate necklaces and bracelets, worn layered up for a bold statement. The oversized watch is a key piece as inspired by street style wrist layering. 

Bags and clutches receive a monochromatic update, with black and porcelain colour panel blocks and sleek gold hardware. Footwear is simple and chic, with black ankle boots and two-tone ballet flats anchoring the look. 

Some Items I can't wait to get my hands on:

Angie Boyfriend Blazer (Right) and Tina Baroque Printed Tank (Left)

Trudy Small Bag

          

Valencia Stripe Shift Dress (Right) and Lilly Printed Tank (Left)

Experience the mod movement of Monochromania, available in all Forever New stores and select Edgars stores from 11 June 2013.

All Images via Forever New