I live in linen and have such a love affair with this beautiful, natural fabric that I wanted to chat about what makes linen so special. We’ll talk about everything, including creases and care, why the price tag, and I’ll also share some of my favourite linen pieces to have and to own.
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You guys, is it just me or does MRP have the best summer selection this year? You can literally build your entire summer wardrobe without completely breaking the bank! Like, how cute is this look? And super affordable too! You can get the whole look, head to toe for only R330 buckaroos! Score! White Super Skinny Jeans – R159.99, Peasant Top – R69.99, Lace Up Gladiator Sandals – R99.99 And could we just have a moment of “Ohhh Ahhh” for this totally cute Cut Out Floral Dress? Take your pick! Cute Floral Cut out Dress (R129.99) or a fun, yet girly Floral Playsuit (R119.99)? In case you missed the fashion memo, white is all the rage this season! I could totally do this entire look (below) right now and head out for a fabulous lunch by the beach! White Peasant Top (R69.99), Cheeky White Shorts (R129.99), Gold Thong Sandals (R69.99), Longer Length Blue Print Kimono (R119.99) Shop all these beautiful summer pieces right now at MRP.COM before it’s too late! With such gorgeous styles and insane prices to match, I reckon these will be flying off the shelf!
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I’ve just returned from the most incredible bush adventure! Four days out in Africa, getting up close and personal with all her beautiful creatures, just roaming around a few inches from the protection of our Landrover. Before our trip, I popped into Old Khaki (of course) to pick out some bush-ready, summer-ready and style savvy pieces and I couldn’t resist this gorgeous fringed Cardi. Isn’t it just the cutest summer cover-up? It was perfect for our evening game drives! Since I had bush veld on the brain, by pure stroke of luck and perfect timing, I also found this floppy bush hat while I was there, which was just the cherry on top! It will defs become my bush adventure staple from now on! I wore it on almost every game drive and it kept me cool, protected from the sun and thanks to the little drawstring I didn’t lose it. And the colour… perfecto! Look at that frrrrriiiinge! Obsessed! We had such a blast! This was part of our group racing to catch the lioness before she moved away on our last game drive evening. We were incredibly blessed to have seen it all… We spotted the entire big five entourage… Lions, Leopard, Buffalo, Elephant and Rhino, as well as a whole lot more. I wasn’t too fond…
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It’s the weekend baby! And ya know what that means?…. Time to get ready for the hottest weekend wear! I’ve rounded up some of my weekend essentials from the super cool RT Range at MRP! You can’t do weekend wear without jeans! And thankfully MRP have the hottest denim styles to suit your mood and your budget! Now, you don’t need me to tell you how to wear jeans, the most versatile wardrobe essential! What you do need is a pair of each! Every stylish gal needs a pair of (1) dark wash skinny ankle grazers, (2) a pair of ripped up, patched up boyfriend jeans and of course, (3) a pair of ink-wash denim dungarees. Don’t let the winter chill get you down! Get cozy and look oh-so-chic with a warm and fuzzy sweater. Obsessed with these three RT options MRP! (1) Jacquard print sweater, (2) pink and fluffy fitted pullover and (3) spotted fluffy pullover. Wear them with a pair of jeans, or for that extra stylish look wear a fluffy pullover layered over a button up denim shirt and a bold neck accessory! This winter, grey is the new black and you can get everything your heart desires in Grey at MRP! Love this (1) longer length denim shirt, (2)…
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The Forever New Cote d’Azur collection launched in stores this week and let me tell you gals, it’s probably my favourite Forever New collection to date. It’s got all the elements of elegance, refined style and glamour without being overly racy or too seductive. Think Hollywood’s golden era, redefined in classic, modern day silhouettes with playful prints and very ladylike finishes. Midi skirts, lace, crop tops, soft fabrics and scallop details. The collection was inspired by the beautiful blue Azure waters that reflect the golden sunshine, so the prominent colours for this collection are buttercup yellow, porcelain white and Mediterranean blue. I popped into store to check it out and it’s such a beautiful collection, with very versatile pieces that can be mixed and matched to create show stopping looks for any occasion. To give you gals some inspiration behind the collection, I put together three looks for three different occasions… Off Duty Ladylike I fell hopelessly in love with this gorgeous buttercup skirt. It has the power to make you feel like a Hollywood starlet. This look is the perfect little day outfit for high tea with the girls, or lunching with your man on the weekends. Soft, feminine…
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I’m trying to step out of my style comfort zone. For a girl who wears jeans-jeans-and-more-jeans, it’s a hard thing to do. Trust me! Lately, full swing midi skirts have really caught my eye. They look so glam, effortless and stylish. So, when I spotted this beaut at Forever New, hesitant at first, I tried it on and fell in love with it! Everything about it is perfecto! The cut is very flattering on my frame. The high waist doesn’t make me look short and frumpy (which happens to me with midi skirts) and I love that it’s not solid black. The horizontal “burnout” stripes give it a nice vintage feel, and keep it looking stylish! Here’s a few virtual looks I’ve put together on how I’d style this fabulous skirt… Ladylike Lace Crop Top: Forever New. Snakeskin Laceup Heels: ZARA. My favourite way to style a full midi skirt like this one, would be with lace up heels! I love the effect the laces give to this skirt and transform it from 50’s style to modern glam. Then, to keep it ladylike, I’d pair it with a pretty lace crop top, tucked in to reveal the beautiful waistband of the skirt. Monochrome Plain White…
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So obsessed with denim shirts/ jackets, and as we head into summer, definitely loving my little denim vest or deinim gilet! I bought the most gorgeous little denim vest from Bershka while I was in Greece, and have been finding so many different ways to wear it. I tell you, it’s the ultimate closet must-have to snazzy up any outfit. I wore it non stop on holiday and it was great for a night out when I wanted to look “smarter” but not be too smart. I was after-all, on holiday! There are a ton of ways to wear it! My fave is to pair it with a girly dress. I am a girly-girl, but I also like dressing with a bit of an edge, so adding this little number to an otherwise plain dress, really makes it more my style! I also love wearing it with an all black ensemble and killer heels. And of course, finishing it with loads of ring bling and arm candy! Another way I could rock it is with my H&M weaved skirt, that I also can’t wait to wear this summer! I tried out this outfit with a different Gilet (since it was a bit longer), but both could work just…
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For once in my life, I saw something worn by one of the blogs I follow, and could actually drive to H&M (coz you know, I was in Greece) and get it! I was so amped! Now all that’s left, is to lose the 3 (blooming, bladdy, friggin) kilos I gained eating Gyro’s in Greece and I then I can rock my new baby! My Inspiration
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Happy 4th July to all my American readers! To fit in with today, I wanted to do a little post on stripes! Since stripes are one of those Classic Style items, it’s definitely worth it to invest in some stylish stripes that suit your individual style! I’ve always been afraid of stripes, but when you find “the right” stripe to suit you, you just can’t go wrong! Now I’m hooked! I think the key to wearing stripes is to make sure the top (and I’m sticking to tops as striped bottoms are a no-no unless you’re super skinny!) is to ensure that the fit is not super tight. Stripes look their best when they are effortless and flowy, not when they are stretched across your body! If you must, a size bigger is always an option. Don’t be afraid to buy a bigger size! If it bothers you that much, just cut off the label – no one will know and you’ll look better – promise! Another key to shopping for striped tops, is to ensure that the stripes run all the way around. One of my pet peeves is stripes that do not match up in the front and back of tops! I recently…
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A few weeks ago, I attended the launch of Edgars’ HAUTE Winter 2013 at Melrose Arch. The entire store had been pre-setup to give fashion editors a complete look at the winter range that will be on offer this year. Named, Fashion Avenue; it’s the place where high fashion resides, anything can happen and there is a surprise around every corner! I am really excited for winter, and while I’m a summer girl through and through, winter is really a fun season to play dressup! I was totally smitten with about 90% of the collection, which means you’re likely to spot me shopping up a storm at Edgars soon! Thank goodness for accounts! I’ll let my pics do the talking, however expect to see lots of grape, biker, leather-look pieces, coloured skinnies, flower power, cosy layers, shades of black and grey, prints, knits and my favourite, leggings (plain and patterned). For boots and shoes, expect to see ankle boots, biker boots, the wedge sneaker (a hot winter trend), pumps, courts and the ever-popular brogue. Cross body bags and lady like bags are season staples, but make sure you keep an eye out for bags with studded details to keep you…
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If you’re a child of the nineties, you probably remember baby-doll dresses, right? Those suit-just-about-any-shape cute dresses, that had a fitted bodice and just the right amount of “flare” at the bottom? Ringing any bells yet? Well the skater style skirt (and dress) is very similar, just an updated version. What we love most about this style is how perfect it is for summer, but because it’s so versatile, it can be dressed up for autumn, winter or spring. And you know what that means… investment, investment, investment! Best Part? You can style it up with items you’ve already got in your wardrobe! A little black vest, white tank top, cute t-shirt, graphic print jersey tops and tees, that sexy corset or bodysuit, denim or biker jacket, and all those shirts… the possibilities are endless. Look how cute it looks with a denim shirt (above), To help you put some cute skater girl outfits together, we picked out some stylish way to wear your skater skirt. Remember you can shop the look directly on ASOS! Just click the link to go to the item, and if you’re shopping online from South Africa, make sure you read this first so that you know what to expect from customs! Casual Style…
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We’re getting closer and closer to warmer weather, and it’s nearly time to pack away your layers and re-stock your wardrobe with beautiful, trendy summer pieces! Show off a killer summer tan in a dress that makes you want to sing. We’re all about the bold, bright, tropical prints this season and as always, Woolies is fashionably on-trend with stylish dresses that will brighten up your summer wardrobe. Some of the key trends for dresses this season include bold tropical prints, skater dresses, neon and prints … Take a look at some of our favourite outfits Woolies have just launched in store, as well as inspiration from some stylish fashion bloggers. And because we know how much you want to wear your new dresses right now, check out our tips on how to style our outfit for Spring into Summer and wear it right now! Tropical Florals It just wouldn’t be summer without floral prints! This season floral gets fabulous and infuses with tropical prints in bold, bright colours. One of the most flattering styles of dresses to don this summer is the 50’s skater dress. It’s kind of like an update to the traditional, suits-everyone a-line style, but with…
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