BRAVO MARIE CLAIRE

I don't usually buy Marie Claire. I often debate whether they cater to my needs. This month I caught a glimpse of their fab cover of Angelina Jolie and I just had to have it. This purchase was purely based on Angie and nothing else. I rushed home to start reading; I flipped through the pages looking for the Jolie article. I was struck and pleasantly surprised by the article on modern day Sangomas. This is a topic that we all avoid, mostly because we don't understand Sangomas and frankly the entire thing makes us uncomfortable. I say bravo MC for starting the conversation about the tricky topics and really for showing that you care about the African girl's issues. Still smiling from ear to ear over the Sangoma article, then bang..the most fabulous androgynous face ever gracing the fashion spread. This glorious face reminded me so much of Grace Jones. A dark skinned mannish beauty that made me wish I were a boy. Who is she? Well her name is Selena Ayala, and she is far from mannish, infact she is quite gorgeous in a very girly way. That made me really appreciate how wonderful a job the team did (photographer, make up and stylist) on this shoot. I couldn't get you the wonderful boyish photos; see MC April issue please. 

BAD SERVICE AT ZARA

Zara JHB is one of the saving graces of fashion. A cute dress here and a boy-friend blazer there, at somewhat reasonable prices keep me going back.

However the shop assistants at Zara are the most sour and morose bunch I have come cross in a while.

If it’s not the snooty gate keeper at the fitting rooms unable to even say hello, his interest only on scanning the clothes and keeping you behind the line; then it’s the sulky walk around-s whom I thought were there to be my personal shopper, however I soon realized how wrong I was when a request for a different size led to a gloomy shop girl dragging herself across the store as though the sound of her shoes were reminding me how much they didn't need my money.

What a pity and a shame because I really like Zara. But the clothes aren’t worth the abuse of the fitting room assistant shouting at you to stay behind the line. I may be a bit sensitive but If I am spending my money I damn well deserve some respect.  

Blue hearts

This is what I wore to Saturday brunch..

My mom bought this dress for me at Melts. I was a little unsure at first about it. It is floor leghnth, and loose fitting with a floral print pattern.

I wore the dress with flats and a blue hat. This hat is from Mr price and is perfect for a sunny lazy afternoons.

About the outfit:
- Dress- Melts
- Sling bag- Woolworths
- Hat- Mr Price

Valentines Day

My thoughts on St. Valentine's Day...

The idea of Valentines day is wonderful.. A day dedicated to showing the one you love how much you love them is fantastic. Roses, chocolates..hopefully Lindt, candles, lingerie and all things love, who can hate that? 

I cry at weddings and romantic comedies, so any celebration of love gets a thumbs up from me. 

I know that Valentines day is widely commercialized; corporations push consumerism under the pretax of love..yati yata..blah blah.. Who cares? 

Die hard liberals will say; why not show your loved one you love them everyday..why do you need a day where people try to sell you stuff to express your love?  Truth of the matter is that if you are in a relationship or you have been in one at one point or another in your life, you know that's easier said than done. 

Why not have a day where you remind your loved one that  they mean the world to you? What's the harm? 

You don't need to spend anything to support the unscrupulous corporations that are using love to push product; all I'm saying is what will it change if on V day you make breakfast in bed for the love of your life or you drive them to work just to make their life easier. If you can do these things everyday that would of course be lovely.  

I can understand the argument that V day attempts to put a price on love, however I also subscribe to the belief that you can never show too much love for your love. 

I respect people with strong views and ideals but I feel Valentines day is not the enemy, crime, cancer and corruption are perhaps far better advisories to take on. 

So I hope on V day, you will fall in-love all over again with the person you've loved for years..make someone feel special and appreciated, let someone know they are loved just because they are who they are...give someone a kiss, or receive one..

Why not let this Valentines day be the day you let that person know that you want to spend the rest of your life with them..?

I'm just saying.

SAFE HOUSE

Last night I watched Safe House starring the amazingly talented Denzel Washington (who I just love) and some other people...whom I vaguely recall. Safe house is mostly shot in Cape Town and throughout the movie amazing references are made to our beautiful county...from Green point stadium to our very own local grape the Pinotage. As a South African this movie is soo cool to watch..To hear Denzel saying he's going to Langa Township just makes you want to jump on your chair for joy and the movie generously showcases the beauty that is Cape Town.

If for no other reason watch this movie just to see Denzel yet again completely immerse himself and become the role..

Unfortunately like most of you I did not know he was in town at the time of the shoot, therefore I missed the great opportunity to stalk him..and the opportunity of being an extra on the movie.."girl on street" would have suited me just fine. 
Enough said..go watch it.   

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=oWzTOoOpFa8

LOVELY CHEAP

Look what lovely things I found; the best part is how cheap they are..

Chanel chic!.is this crop jacket, bound to add a touch of class to an outfit. Mr Price is selling it at a complete steal..R139.

Its made from from crotchet like fabric and has 1/3 lenghth sleeves. The stitching is really good on it too.

This is one of my best finds ever.

The black borders are a leather like fabric and they add a little edge to this jacket.

These peep toe boots are both cute and tough at the same time. Pretty tough to resist at Edgars for R349. I love the leather buckles and the peep toe is too cute.

Is n't this the cutest satchel bag you've ever seen?

There is also a back ,white and grey version. Retailing at a not so bad R250 at Woolworths. Satchel bags are back this season and for seasons to come hopefully...I'm loving this trend very much.

BAGS FOR HIRE!!

Rent a designer bag..

This reminds me of a scene from Sex and the City the movie, Jennifer Hudson playing Carrie's assistant is explaining to Carrie how the baby Louis Vuitton under her arm is hers for the week.

If you are burdened with the love for authentic designer bags but you just haven't quite managed to save up enough money for that Jimmy Choo you adore..well why not just hire it?

Designer bags is a company that allows you to change bags as often as you want without spending an entire car deposit; the only catch is that after a week or a month you must return the bag.

Their website Designerbags.co.za allows you to browse the available stock and choose the designer bag you just cannot live without for a week. Once you've paid the quoted fee the bag will be delivered to your doorstep...easy peasy.

Designer bags on offer include Alexander Mc Queen, Louis Vuitton, Jimmy Choo, Burberry and YSL. It will cost you R1400 to rent a Louis Vuitton  for 7 days and R800 for a Fendi. 

This is for the trendy fashionista with a limited budget and fabulous taste.

Images from http://www.designerbags.co.za