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Mirari Gin Creates ‘St Barths’ Cocktail For Summer

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We love Mirari Gin and this artisanal distillery nestled in the heart of Johannesburg’s trendy Maboneng precinct, has been creating cool beverages since 2013 at their Time Anchor Distillery. The unique and fragrant Mirari Gin Range, created by Chief Distiller Shanna-Rae Wilby has three variants, each with their own unique signature taste. Shanna-Rae is one of the significant women who is changing the narrative that this is a man’s industry, and we love that about her. She heads up a distillery that has progressed from a 100-litre holding capacity to 100 000 litres since its founding – no mean feat at all. Their creative Amber African Botanical Gin bears the mark of 13 botanicals that includes multiple botanicals that are indigenous to South Africa, including, Honeybush, Rose Geranium, Sour Figs and Boekenhout Honey. Each 500l litre batch of their Pink Damask Rose Gin, on the other hand, is distilled with…

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In Fashion

SA Fashion Week To Showcase AW19 Next Week

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Twice a year the best of the best come out to play – and that is of course at SA Fashion Week, the highlight of the fashion calendar – and not only for the clothing. Play spot the celeb in the front row, take in all the trade shows and displays as well as support young and up and coming designers all at once. SA Fashion Week are coming of age – yes they are turning 21 this year and this season AW19 will see an incredible 56 designers showing their Autumn/Winter Collections. The highlight of this celebration year will be an exclusive book and also an exhibition set to take us on a magical journey through the evolution of fashion design in South Africa, spotlighting the best fashion moments the country has to offer. They are the driving force behind structuring, strengthening and growing a consciousness of the enormous…

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In Fashion

Miss SA Tamaryn Green Launches New Soviet Denim Collection

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As our beautiful Miss South Africa, Tamaryn Green, prepares to compete internationally in the Miss Universe competition (and hopefully follow in Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters footsteps), she took some time out to collaborate with the designers at Soviet Denim and create her very own denim jeans, also incorporating the 60th Miss SA jubilee celebrations feel to the denims, as well. Since 2015, our Miss South Africa ladies have been partnering with Soviet Denim to create their very own denims – Liesl, Ntando, Demi-Leigh and now Tamaryn get to wear their very own jeans with pride, and Tamaryn has personalised her denims with a stunning diamond shaped pocket plate on the back pocket of the jeans as well as a few other key elements. Tamaryn has kept that in mind the 60th Diamond Jubilee celebrations and together with the denim designers has brought the diamond element as well as the Miss South Africa…

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In Lifestyle

BBC release new branding and great summer programmes

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There is nothing quite like a fresh new look to get one ready for summer, and the team at BBC Studios Africa know that – which is why they allowed a few media to come through and take a sneak peek at their brand new summer programming schedule – as well as a fresh, new and chic, brand revamp The new branding for BBC Lifestyle Channel 174 is vibrant and playful, and the perfect fit for the number one international lifestyle channel on DStv. The design features a fresh set of palates, designs and objects around the channel’s aspirational and entertaining lifestyle content, and the official makeover will launch from 20th November with a new series Give It A Year, fronted by the UK’s ‘First Lady of Football’ Baroness Karren Brady which illustrates the channel’s ambition to always entertain, inspire and empower viewers. The event last week also showcased the…

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In Lifestyle

Meet Sue McCoubrey – co-owner of Block & Chisel

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After an incredible 30 years in the local decor industry, Lynn McAdam, and her company Block & Chisel has established a significant brand at the top end of South African retail and interior design. Her daughter Sue, and son Paul, are now sharing the reigns in this family owned and run business, Paul operationally runs it day to day and Sue heads up the look and feel of the shops. Block & Chisel have featured in many magazines, at trade shows and are a house hold name in South Africa. They have also opened up a flagship store in Illovo, and we caught up with Sue to find out more about this thriving decor business… Tell us about the idea behind Block and Chisel and how it developed in to the well known brand that it is today? My mum had been collecting antiques and hiding them under her bed…

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In Lifestyle

Create beautiful lighting additions to your home or workspace

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If you are looking to create a bit of a mood or lighting difference to your home or work space – then do make sure to check out Streamlight’s brand new multi-branded collection, ironically called ‘Dark’. Dark introduces a warm and friendly glow of elegance, modernism or artistic creation into your workplace or living space. Streamlight have specialised in the art of illumination over the last 2 decades, and also provide expert guidance for you to achieve your dream aesthetic. They also specialise in lighting layout designs and supplies exclusive, quality lighting for corporate, residential and hospitality spaces. The team behind industry favourite, Streamlight, have just launched their world-class showroom in the heart of the Design District in the trendy area of Kramerville. A new, sophisticated playground where lighting brands and designers from all over the world showcase their work. In the heart of the Streamlight showroom, you can look…

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In Fashion

Meet The Woman Behind Popular Brand Lou Harvey

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The Lou Harvey brand has become synonymous with high quality, unique design & vibrant colors and has been selling like hotcakes for over 10 years now. Now selling around the globe (most recently in the USA), this sophisticated range is the realization of Lou’s desire to balance style and functionality for every woman at any lifestyle juncture: whether you are a new mom in need of a nappy/diaper bag, taking a trip to the beach, headed to the golf course or the gym or even catching a plane, Lou’s creations are designed to support your journey in the most practical and fashionable way. A mom herself, Lou keeps innovating with cool designs and colours that she loves. We recently caught up with Lou to find out more about this Durban-based entrepreneur… A stunning wallpaper collection, Lou, well done! Tell us about the inspiration behind the collection and the patterns? Thank…

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In Fitness

FIBO Global Fitness Africa races in to Jozi in October

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Calling all fitness fanatics – you will want to make sure you pay FIBO Global Fitness Africa, the world’s biggest trade show for fitness, wellness and health a visit from 26 to 28 October this year. The expo, presented by Dis-Chem Pharmacies, is three action-packed days of all things fitness with a one day fitness industry summit and two days of world-class events, stimulating fitness demos, and tips on leading a healthy and active lifestyle! Stock up on the latest fitness equipment, apparel, sports nutrition and supplements from exhibitors offering great show-only specials. Bringing together the latest fitness and health trends, products, events and experiences including live workouts, fitness classes, seminars and cooking demonstrations, you’ll walk away feeling inspired and motivated. Megan Oberholzer – Portfolio general manager Reed Exhibitions says “FIBO Africa is excited to launch this global fitness craze on the African continent and look forward to inspire…

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In Entertainment

In The City With Roxy Burger

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We caught up with the gorgeous TV presenter, celeb blogger and brand new mum, Roxy Burger, to find out more about where she loves to hang out in our beautiful city. Favourite Restaurant… I’m a sucker for GREAT sushi and dim sum, so my go to would have to be Koi in Sandton. When I was pregnant I craved a lot of salty and spicy foods, so soy sauce and wasabi were everything to me then, I could have drunken the soy sauce straight from the bottle. Favourite coffee spot… I recently had cake and coffee at Gabriella’s Tea Room in Parktown North (formerly the Pudding Shop) and it was decadent. Their food is delicious and there cakes are phenomenal too. I highly recommend their carrot and pineapple cake. Favourite Hotel… I would have to say the Saxon Hotel in Sandhurst. Their spa is incredible too. The atmosphere is fantatsic and…

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In Fashion

K Naomi announced as the face of local footwear brand, Footwork

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Local celeb, presenter and fashionista K Naomi is going from strength to strength, and it has just been announced that she is the new face for the stunning local footwear brand, Footwork. Footwork are known for their cutting edge stylish, yet elegant and easy to wear ladies shoes, for the busy, fashion-savvy women who need footwear for every occasion. They are also known for their great collaborations with celebs that embody hard-working women with a deep understanding of themselves, who have excelled in their chosen fields, and who are independent and are ultimately style icons in South Africa. For the SS18 collection, Footwork partners with K Naomi, an influencer who represents the brand’s strong, independent and fashionable customer. The brand has followed K Naomi’s journey and has seen personal and stylistic growth, which has developed a great sense of self-purpose. Like K Naomi’s style, this SS18 Footwork collection makes a…

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