★ Hard Rock Cafe Rocks it's way to Johannesburg ★

Get ready to rock, as the iconic Hard Rock Cafe makes its way to Johannesburg! Hard Rock International is pleased to announce plans to bring the brand’s one-of-a-kind blend of music, entertainment and authentic scratch-based cuisine to Johannesburg with a state-of-the-art location showcasing Hard Rock’s new design style and latest technology. The new Hard Rock Cafe Johannesburg will be located at Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, and will undoubtedly be a must-see for both visitors and locals ...

“This extraordinary city of Johannesburg is famous for its energetic and electrifying culture, and incredible music; and we are truly excited to open Hard Rock Cafe Johannesburg in this location. Our local partner Soft Coffee Holdings in Johannesburg, has worked hand in hand with us to ensure this cafe will become an instant hit in the City of Gold,” said Antonio Bautista, Area Vice President Hard Rock International. “Hard Rock is thrilled to be a part of this incredible country and our newest location in Mandela Square, Johannesburg will definitely not disappoint!”

Guests of Hard Rock Cafe Johannesburg can enjoy fresh, high-quality items from Hard Rock’s scratch-based menu, including the favourite Legendary Experience menu, featuring a mouth-watering selection of 10-ounce Legendary Burgers. Hard Rock’s Smokehouse Menu uses the very best Hickory wood chips to slowly cook its ribs, chicken and pork to juicy, tender perfection. In addition to its food, Hard Rock Cafe’s extensive, award-winning drinks menu includes Hurricanes, Margaritas, signature favourites and Alternative Rock (alcohol-free) beverages, all available in Hard Rock souvenir collectible glassware. Hard Rock’s cocktails are handcrafted, just like its cuisine, and as authentic as the memorabilia on the walls. 

The Johannesburg cafe’s Rock Shop offers rock ‘n’ roll-inspired items, as well as collectible Hard Rock Cafe merchandise in its exclusive retail location. This Johannesburg-specific merchandise can only be purchased at this location, which offers an exclusive design quality that enhances each item’s appeal. Fans can also acquire Hard Rock’s much-coveted signature pins.

All Images via Hard Rock Cafe Johannesburg

A Thought for Thursday ...

High Society

Soiree season is fun and ladylike in High Society, the pretty spring party collection from Forever New...

This candy-hued story is a sweet selection of feminine and refined looks perfectly suited for afternoon High-Tea, a day out or a spring party. 

A playful mood reminiscent of a retro-era Palm Springs shows 1950’s & 1960’s silhouettes with modern updates. Sorbet pink, spring lilac and powder blue form a fun and fresh colour palette worked into feminine prints and textures. 

Florals bloom in sweetly coloured silks and are seen in spliced digital patterns for new season interest. Statement neckpiece style adornment is a key trend in party wear, decorating classic shift dresses in sugary colours. Shell tops, skirts and sundresses in powder hues are textured with crochet, broderie anglais and lace overlays. Tailored separates complete the feminine look, with full skirts and formal tailored shorts to pair with pastel knits and sleeveless crochet tops. 

Chic finishing touches complete this girly collection, with pastel stone jewels and feminine strappy heels to give outfits a new season update. Handbags continue to be covetable in modern shaped totes with new hardware perfect for day, while jewelled and pearl embellished clutches are set to complete race day and spring party looks. 

Some of my Favourite Items:

Alice Blue Madeline Day Bag R599

Bleach Mandy shorty overalls R699

Lemon Sorbet Savannah applique swing dress R999

Mystic Mint Beatrix embellished tank R899 

Ballerina Blush Jen Lace Shell Top  R699

 Mint Dakota Statement Stone Bib R349

Experience the sweet allure of High Society, available in all Forever New stores and select Edgars stores from October 2013. 

All images via Forever New

Find Your Edge - The Elements

Wrangler “Find Your Edge” is about igniting your senses of spontaneous adventure and encouraging you to discover the unknown. It is an emotive call to action to awake the instincts and an untameable wild spirit, while embracing the elements of nature — Wind, Water, Fire and Earth.

The global “Find Your Edge” campaign video, based around a couple who want to leave everyday life behind and seek freedom and explore the open road. Wrangler becomes their ultimate travel companion in this journey.

Wrangler is available at Stuttafords stores.

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Girl on Fire

Girl of the moment, Jennifer Lawrence, appears in the fall-winter issue of Dior Magazine ...

The bi-annual publication is printed by Dior and as the face of the Paris fashion house’s Miss Dior line, Jennifer exudes pure elegance in a series of black and white images photographed by Mikael Jansson. 

The American actress shows off the season’s outerwear and tailored suiting for the striking portraits.

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Monday Motivations ♥

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Katy Perry for W Magazine

Singer Katy Perry is the November cover star of W Magazine, appearing sultry on 2 covers. Mario Sorrenti shot the “Roar” star in a series of retro-inspired images styled by Edward Enninful ...

Wearing the designs of Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren and Marc Jacobs amongst others; Katy wows in the sexy spread. 

Inside the magazine, Katy opens up about her first hit “I Kissed a Girl” saying, “It was a bit radical to sing about bisexuality, but it was a topic that was on the tip of everybody’s tongue. And even though it was ‘I kissed a girl, and I liked it, and that’s what I like to do sometimes,’ I sang it with a wink.”

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Prêt-à-Popsicle

How 'cool' is this collaboration between Designer, Lara Aktinson and a high fashion department store in the U.A.E. inspired by the most iconic S/S 13 Fashion Collections and the Summer Popsicle fad ...

Beyond dressing up the edible parts of the Fashion Pops, Atkinson includes detailing on the wooden popsicle sticks and wrappers. Just like an Amazing Designer Outfit, these small details make the whole look. This fun concept merges the eye-catching Designer Creations with mouth-watering Popsicle Flavours — which is definitely a more affordable way to enjoy the latest runway fashions.

These awesome popsicles were available at various pop-up shops and popsicle vans parked in popular spots. 

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Flirty 50s Fun

It’s time to have fun in the 50s in the latest edition of How To Spend It Magazine where photographer Andrew Yee, of Atelier Management, captures model Samantha Gradoville in some Flirty Fashion  ...

Channeling the 1950′s, the blonde beauty dons retro-influenced designs chosen by stylist Damian Foxe featuring the work of Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and Dior amongst others.

Hair is styled by  Shlomi Mor while Makeup done by Nives Riddles.

I absolutely love how this editorial gives a kick of coquettish cool and a swish of New Look elegance to my favourite era! 

~♥~

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Elegantly Audacious Glasses by Dior ♥

Dior’s new audacieuse glasses — Resolutely feminine, and equally futuristic. Their striking design, which reinvents the butterfly form in a glamorous, contemporary style, makes them an accessory quite unlike any other ... I definitely think it may be time for me to update my spectacles (the frames on the right are beautiful!)

Bierfest

South Africa's biggest beer festival just got bigger! Last night was the opening night of the Bierfest at Montecasino, which is housed in a 4'000 seater Bavarian Brauhaus adorned with authentic décor from the Motherland... 

A bevy of feisty frauleins deliver fistfuls of frothing bier and mouth watering Bavarian food to you and your friends at your own wooden bier bench.

The Oompa Band performing on Stage inside the Bavarian Brauhaus

The tubthumping tuba courtesy of the Oompah band will blow your blues away as you step up to test your strength and skill against an array of traditional Oktoberfest challenges!

Royal Bavaria Beer (Left) and Flying Fish Beer (Right)

Not being an avid Beer drinker, the festivities that occur around this jamboree are incredible and missing it would just be a sin. Besides, for those of you who don't drink Beer there is a selection of Wines, Ciders and Soft drinks that should keep you going through the night. I settled for a Beer called the Flying Fish which was flavoured with Lemon (Really Delicious, for all those ladies who don't quite fancy beer).

Greg and I at the Bierfest enjoying some Beer

There are loads of competitions on offer during the festival including of course the best dressed King Ludwig and Princess Therese. Also, one should also be ready for the official sport of Bierfest: Beer Pong.

Convinced? Limited seating available so Book your tickets here!

Please note:

All purchases at Bierfest are made using "crowns". Crowns are available in denominations of R25 and purchased in packs of 5 (value R125). Crowns are NON-REFUNDABLE