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Tuesday 23 September 2014 at Shimmy Beach Club in Cape Town, ThisIsMe, South Africa's first personal online verification authority held their launched where MC, Jeannie D welcomed guests who were treated to an open bar and delicious snacks throughout the evening. Addressing the audience about the importance of securing one's online identity was Claire Cobbledick, Head of Marketing for Gumtree SA and Bonita Nuttall of Carte Blanche fame . This was followed by the CEO of ThisIsMe, Mark Chirnside, presenting the reason for the launch of ThisIsMe, the evolution of identity management as well as the importance of being in control of one’s own online presence and data. After much information about the imporatnce being in control of your online life, Nik Rabinowitz wrapped up the formalities with a lighter take on identity which had guests in stitches. I was shocked to hear that the MC of the night, Jeannie D was also a victim of online theft for a company that sold dieting pi...

The Sunflower Fund set to dazzle guests in a kaleidoscope of colour at this year’s Grand event! To book tickets please visit http://www.webtickets.co.za/event.aspx?itemid=829261529 The Sunflower Fund will be hosting its annual charity ball in a dazzling kaleidoscope of colours this year at Grand Café & Beach. One of the most anticipated events of the season and the highlight of the social calendar, this prestigious event promises to not only invoke the culinary senses but will take guests on a visionary exploration as Grand Café & Beach is transformed into an explosion of colour. This unique setting where beach culture meets free-spirited eclectic décor will provide the backdrop to this memorable event with guests dining on the deck whilst overlooking the ocean. Top cuisine, quality service and style come together in an astonishing destination offering an incredibly vibey and sexy venue creating a more relaxed and fun atmosphere for all guests to enjoy. Guests will enjo...

Who is taking responsibility to combat online fraud in South Africa? The Finance Minister warns South Africa of several fake social media personas. With Minister Nene being misrepresented online, concern is mounting as to who can be trusted online and the question must be asked “who is taking responsibility?” South Africa is in need of a trusted, independent authority to verify and authenticate South African individuals. As the legendary Mark Shuttleworth did for the websites of this world through his company Thawte, by verifying websites’ identities, ThisIsMe, is doing for individuals online. “Getting South Africans verified through ThisIsMe, is the only way to be sure that we are dealing with actual, legitimate people. In the online world, protecting oneself by taking ownership of one’s identity is a trend that is fast becoming a necessity,” comments Mark Chirnside, CEO of ThisIsMe. “We are officially launching ThisIsMe to businesses on 23 September in Cape Town and...

Port Elizabeth has in the past few years produced a number of successful fashion designers, who have helped put the friendly city on the map. Amongst the PE fashion crowd is a fabulous lady, who like all of us worships at the alter of fashion but she took it one step up and decided to start her own business and in the process has established herself as one of the most stylish ladies in Port Elizabeth all whilst looking fabulous. Mbukwashe Zwide , more famously known as Hombakazi is the founder and creative director of Hombakazi Vintage Cabin, which is a brand that has become something of a fashion saviour for women who have been looking for that relatable individual that can prove to them that being stylish should not be at the cost of too much effort and also provide them with a template on how to style themselves. The brand has most importantly changed the way that vintage clothing is seen and styled in an era where trends dictate what people should wear. The brand operates in the ...

Last Thursday, Spreee.co.za invited everyone who is everyone in the fashion industry, celebrities, bloggers and fashion magazines to view their eagerly awaited S/S 2014 Spree Lookboard for their Spree Boutique which includes designers Marianne Fassler, Malcolm KLûK, Christiaan Gabriël du Toit, Gert-Johan Coetzee, Thula Sindi who where all in attendance. The event was in full force with the designers looks on live mannequins as we circles around them taking pictures and admiring the small details on each look. As a big fan of Gert-Johan design aesthetic, I was not let down once again. The newspaper print on the skirt and the dress was fresh combined with the pattern of it. The cut was done to perfection giving you a new look at the print itself. from far it attracted you close and close up it made you want to touch it. Kluk and CGDT gave us a new form of print on print. As they recently showcased their collection for MBFWCT at their new house it ...