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

Kate Moss Returns to Topshop to Celebrate "Being Kate"

TOPSHOP are delighted to announce that the world-renowned collaboration with Kate Moss is set to re-ignite in Spring 2014 ...

Three and a half years after the last collection was created for TOPSHOP — Kate Moss is confirmed to return to the brand to deliver a new take on her style inspirations and unrivalled position as THE true British fashion icon. 

The Kate Moss Collection for Spring Summer 14 will be sold globally via TOPSHOP stores in 40 countries (including the UK and US), TOPSHOP.com and through wholesale partnerships. The collection is currently underway in the design process. 

With so much interest and energy around London as a fashion capital and British style generally, TOPSHOP and Kate Moss felt the time is right to recollaborate and celebrate British fashion. This new phase in this partnership highlights the great close working relationship between TOPSHOP and Kate Moss and is the culmination of two great British establishments coming together. 

Kate Moss and Topshop CEO Sir Philip Green;
[Photo via Topshop]

SIR PHILIP GREEN commented, “I am personally thrilled that Kate wanted to come back to TOPSHOP to work with us again. The first time around was such a lot of fun and she has been sorely missed. The TOPSHOP business has developed extensively around the globe since we launched with Kate in 2007, and its our intention to launch and sell this collection in all 40 countries world-wide where TOPSHOP has a presence, in addition to creating pop-ups in department stores around the globe”. 

KATE MOSS said “I have really missed being involved in the design process, and working with the team at TOPSHOP. I am very excited to create a new collection that bears my name. Now more than ever with London being at the forefront of fashion as it feels like I’m back home working with TOPSHOP”. 

KATE PHELAN commented “Kate is a fashion superstar who sets the trends and influences style, I am looking forward to working with Kate who brings her star quality to TOPSHOP” 

The collection will go on sale globally in April 2014, and the creative teams are working closely with Kate and longtime friend and collaborator Katy England on a multi-platform launch campaign that will evolve the partnership and generate access and excitement for her fans world-wide.

Celebrate Spring with Oysters & Bubbly

Oysters and Bubbly … a timeless taste combination that can’t be beaten, leaving you feeling indulgent and filled with ‘joie de vivre’. And what better place to enjoy it than on the deck or in the lounge of an elegant restaurant in the electric atmosphere that is Montecasino ...

Courtesy of a limited promotion through Tsogo Sun and JC Le Roux, lovers of the classic combination of oysters and bubbly can enjoy their favourite indulgence in one of four top restaurants at Montecasino, up until 13 October.

For just R69, you can enjoy six plump oysters with an ice-cold glass of JC Le Roux. If a mouthful leaves you wanting more, just R29 will buy you an additional glass of the sparkling bubbles, or R129 for a bottle.

Choose your favourite spot to enjoy this luxurious treat or try them all – the palatial and opulent Palazzo hotel, the romantic deck at the Southern Sun Montecasino, the vibrant Aarya or @Monte Restaurant & Wine Bar on the Montecasino Piazza or the trendy 3SIXTY° Liquid Lounge.

Offer is valid until 13 October 2013 from 11:00 to 22:00 daily.

Denim Days with Topshop