Something Old

There's nothing quite like a February wedding - the sun is shining, the location's breathtaking and the bride, well a woman seldom looks more beautiful than on her wedding day. And, of course, the guests certainly rise to the occasion.

So when I was invited to a February wedding on the stunning Oubaai Golf Estate, I had to find something to wear that would not disappoint. And so I thought of "something old" - a dress I'd bought 3 years ago and just never got to wear.

I remember it like it was yesterday, walking into Monsoon and falling absolutely head-over-heels in love with this dress. I had no idea where I was going to wear it but knew I had to have it. And 3 years later, here we are...

The shoes make up the "something new". From Zara, these patent pink numbers were the

perfect accessory.

There's something about a wedding that gets everyone really excited and it's always wonderful to see how stunning everyone looks.

Some of the lovely ladies...

And the handsome best man... 

It was a stunning occasion and the weekend away at the beautiful Oubaai Golf Estate did 

me the world of good!

Of course another important event took place this week - The Oscars, and a fashion feast 

it was indeed. I loved the wide dresses and soft colours - feminine chic at its finest.

My favourite looks of the night:

Jennifer Lawrence in gorgeous Dior

Anne Hathaway in a beautiful Prada creation

Jennifer Anniston in always elegant Valentino

And there were so many more, a fashion extravaganza!

Don't forget the Woolies Sale is in full swing, great bargains to be had. 

Until next time...happy shopping

Made to Fly at the J&B Met

The 2013 J&B Met was, once again, a fabulous affair at Kenilworth Race Course, where horses and haute couture came together for one of the season’s most celebrated events. Of course one of the highlights of the day is the Most Elegant Couple competition where participants are invited to enter and stand in line to win fantastic prizes.

So, drumroll please…my partner, Callen Petersen and I made it to the finals of this most coveted competition! Given that one has to be invited to enter and then endure a round of preliminary judging before the finals, this was a marvellous feather in our fashionable caps.

Although the ‘Made To Fly’ theme lends itself to feathers and flowing fabrics, we opted for a bolder fashion statement: buttons. The rationale behind this: “even though we’re covered in buttons, you can’t hold us down ‘coz we’re made to fly.”

Callen wore one of his own creations – a spectacular jacket complete with almost 3000 buttons. This work of art took approximately 9 months to make as each button was carefully hand stitched. He accessorised with a gorgeous buttoned briefcase and velvet bow-tie to complete the look.

By contrast I wore a simple lace dress from New Look, London but enhanced it with a net slip which made the skirt wider and more feminine. 

I’ve always said that accessories are the spice of life and mine did not disappoint. Callen did a fabulous job buttoning my shoes…

And my bag…

And my hat! Which complimented the blue veil and feathers beautifully.

The J&B Met also attracts celebrities from all over the country. I grabbed a quick pic with the Yfm twins, Hlelo and Ntando Masina.

After a day spent walking about it was great to be able to kick my feet up at the fabulous SABC tent which boasted a ‘sweet’ table second to none. And before I knew it, it was time to go – the J&B Met really was ‘Made To Fly’.

Until next time…happy shopping!