SALON 58 x PICHULIK

Salon 58 and PICHULIK joined efforts to celebrate the disposition of seven astonishing South African women. Jackie Burger,  Anet Pienaar Vosloo, Mellissa Muringani, Lindiwe Suttle, Juanita Daniel, Doreen de Waal and Jenna Bruwer are the women whose individuality served as inspiration for the collaboration.  A hallmark of Pichulik’s designs is her ability to bring the sacred and the meaningful to ornamentation. Similarly, photographer Kristin-Lee Moolman referenced religious iconography to create the series of bold portraits exhibited at the Salon 58.

A woman’s clothing and accessories reveal a lot about her and we conceptualized these portraits to tell their stories in a bold new way. Earrings are extremely intimate, more so than other types of jewellery, as they gently brush the neck. They frame the face and it was an honour to be able to create designs for such bold, brave and beautiful faces

This collaboration is the latest in a series of firsts for Pichulik this year. In January she was named as a finalist in Vogue Italia’s Scouting for Africa project. This was followed by an invitation to appear in the Marie Claire #MCNaked 2015 issue (out now) in support of Blow The Whistle, an initiative that campaigns against rape.  

BLACK BETTY SHAPESHIFTERS

There is something I find rather vain  yet charming about a woman who incorporate jewellery in her everyday ensemble. If there above shapeshifters collection by Black Betty is anything to go by, then one does not need an ensemble to exude charm, more especially if the refinery is dear to you.

Inspired by the notion of African Geometry, found in everything from the the cities’ overarching skyscrapers, Cape-fold mountains and interesting graphic patterns of the continent’s design language, the Shapeshifter Range is an expression of this fertile land and its evolving shapes. These silhouettes have been interpreted into angular-designed earrings, necklaces, rings and pendants using diamonds and black and gold rhodium plated silver. As the name suggests, although these facets of the city, it’s natural surrounds and textured products seemed fixed to the naked eye, they are continuously growing and changing and as the ages and decades pass so too does their energy and the way they are perceived, reminding us to do the same. 

I love the use of one of the elements of inspiration (architectural city landscapes) in the lookbook.  photography by Lar Rattray | jewellery (Also, shop the range) by Black Betty .

PICHULIK | BARAKA

Amazing local jewellery brand Pichulik freshly launched their S/S15 Lookbook. Habitually drawing influences from the rich, vibrant and eclectic continent of Africa, the brand remains true to this aesthetic while the delicate craftsmanship progresses further North and the Middle East.

Baraka is the beneficent force from god that flows through the physical and spiritual spheres as prosperity, protection and happiness. This collaborative capsule collection is informed by Islamic Mailian architecture of North Africa and the garb of Islamic tribes that wander these lands.

 I am obsessed with the use of more gold and the use of white plains of linen. The collection is available to shop online here. Photography by Kope Figgins and wardrobe Kat van duinen.

LET’S GET TROPSI

Dear Rae, a local Jewellery brand has launched their summer/spring 2015 lookbook which I am super excited to share. The range has maintained the Dear Rae minimalistic form and natural lines aesthetic yet still elegant and sophisticated.

"The range is inspired by the sensations of Summer. The bright sun, cool leafy shade on your face and the feeling of fruity juice running down your chin."

Think summery sweetness and all things tropical, from pineapples to palm trees in glittery silver gold and gold.  The Let's get tropsi  collection is said to launch this Thursday at the Woodstock foundry.

Remember to shop the collection here. 

THALIA STRATES

Fine local craftsmanship with maximum durability and longevity defines one of a kind luxury, handmade leather handbags for the unique individual. 

Thalia Strates handbags are made from genuine  bovine leather, printed calf skin and game such as sprinbok fur. utilising years of experience and timeless designs that combine inherent functionality with modern beauty.To place orders and for price queries please contact:

thaliastrates@gmail.com // 072 731 0341.

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ICONS & ICONOCLASTS

LOUIS VUITTON HONOURS THEIR ICONIC MONOGRAM BY PARTNERING WITH SIX OF THE RENOWNED CREATIVES IN THEIR RESPECTIVE DISCIPLINES. THE COLLABORATION COMPRISES OF CINDY SHERMAN, FRANK GEHRY, KARL LAGERFELD, MARC NEWSON, CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN AND REI KAWAKUBO, THE RESULT; A BEATIFUL PERSONALLY INSPIRED COLLECTION OF BAGS/LAGGAGES  WITH THE FRENCH FASHION HOUSE’S MONOGRAM. 

SIMPLE MINIMALISM

Martin Margiela Heritage Collection.

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PICHULIK AW14

My love with Pichulik developed somewhat two years ago when the mutual collaboration with fashion brand Lalesso created  a marriage between the Lalesso fabrics with the Pichulik ropes and accessories (see here) , this love if fueled with great admiration and African pride each season. The AW14 campaign lookbook was photographed by Danielle Klopper with amazing  styling by Leonie von Hase and modeled by Mignonne van Eeden.

 This collection is inspired by the photography of Helmut Newton and his intimate portraits of powerful women in their own personal spaces.  Jewellery is worn close to a woman’s skin, brushes her neck, clasps her earlobe. AW 2014 invites our brave lady on some close up encounters. With jewel tones and wooden parts, suede and agate stones and tassels, this collection skirts the glamour of 70s disco, and the soul of psychedelia. Kick those platforms off and dance on those carpeted floors and wooden-clad lounges till the dawn meets your cat-lined eyes.

Shop the AW14 collection here. 

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FEAT. sock co. | A/W 2014

There has been a colourful socks rebellion gaining momentum over the past few years and with having acquired 8 pairs from various brands, I too am slowly becoming part of the rebellion. Colourful socks are an easy and affordable way to personality to your boring ensemble. Be part of the rebellion and brighten up your basic outfit with fun socks in bold patterns and vibrant solids from FEAT. sock co.

 Meet your new favourite pair of socks. The feature of an ensemble is the focal point, the centerpiece, the element that draws one’s attention. ‘FEAT.’ socks characterise the collaboration between eye-catching aesthetics and quality comfort. They are made with truck loads of soul and with all your swagger, you and FEAT. will make the perfect pair. As you strut your stuff, remember that FEAT. socks are made with only the best yarns and all production is kept local to the Western Cape, South Africa.