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The Great Zambezi Exhibition

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CELEBRATING THE BEAUTY OF NATURE Flocks of brightly-coloured birds and an abundance of wildlife - which includes hippos, elephants, black rhinos, wild dogs, cheetah and lions - can be found around the Zambezi River. And it’s this diversity of fauna and flora which has inspired Ardmore Ceramic Art’s ‘The Great Zambezi’ exhibition, which will be staged at The Cellars–Hohenort in Cape Town from February 17 to February 19. Running through parts of Mozambique, Zambia, and Zimbabwe – birthplace of Ardmore founder, Fée Halsted – the river and its fauna and flora have been imaginatively realised in ceramics featuring hippos ridden by local people, elephants and crocodiles which evoke memories of the stories of Rudyard Kipling and Rider Haggard, troops of vervet monkeys chattering in the forest canopy and Flame Lilies and Scadoxis flowers interacting with colourful Narina Trogans and Angolan Pita birds. For those interested in adding something special to their interior décor, Ardmore will b

Press Release : FOR YOU AND YOUR ONE&ONLY THIS VALENTINES

There is plenty to fall in love with at One&Only Cape Town this February and the perfect opportunity to give your significant other the One&Only treatment this Valentine’s Day.  Few things are as memorable as a decadent surprise on this special day, be it a spa treatment, romantic dinner, or even the ultimate luxury of a night at the resort. This year the resort is offering a range of romantic experiences and tempting treats. And if you want to pop THE question, the resort has the perfect plan for you too. A LOVE- ly dinner à duex ! Enjoy the spoils of South Africa’s own celebrity chef Reuben Riffel.  You and your loved one can enjoy a Reuben’s six-course tasting menu at R950 per person. Expect hearty foods and perfectly paired wines to warm the heart. The restaurant boasts a 5,000 bottle wine loft and guests looking for a very intimate experience can book an exclusive table for R3 000 per couple including a bottle of sparkling wine and a dozen red roses, in the heart of th

It's On. SAMW schedule!

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I've been struggling as to what to write about as my first post for 2017, whether it should be a raw post about my plans for this year or something that revolves around what this year means to me. Finally, a break through happened after a confirmation that I had been waiting for from one designer that I will be collaborating with and styling their look book after SAMW for publications. At this moment unfortunately I cannot say who but all will be disclosed soon, very soon. The awaited South African menswear week is happening in two weeks time and it's better than ever. Thirty designers showcasing their AW2017 collections at the Green Point stadium, where fashion will meet socialites, Fashion bloggers and celebrities. For the past two years SAMW has given us innovative, talented and amazing designers that have taken the fashion industry to new heights around the globe and this year promises more. Starting from the 1st - 4th of February, below are the designers that I am excited