SUN FUN
Frame selected; shape fitted – it is time now to have a bit of fun with your sunglasses. BY NINA TUCKER. Match them to your outfit or find a fascinating pattern. Let them become your summer fashion statement, serving a new version of you.
A new vision experience: ILS
In the summer sun, polarised lenses to combat intense light and glare are essential, yet often not considered until it is too late. As technology advances, photochromic lenses become the benchmark. When UV hits, these lenses react: in sunlight, they darken, and become polarised outdoors, and in softer light, lighten. The Transitions XTRActive […]
The year of the snake
Following the 2024 Year of the Dragon, on 29 January, the Chinese Horoscope Year of the Snake comes into being. By Lynda Papesch. Already, fashion houses and other industries are incorporating serpents of all shapes and forms into jewellery, emblems on clothing, textiles, and even enamel souvenir badges. Snakeskin boots, belts, and bags […]
Hair cheer: Haar Design
The beauty industry is buzzing with those summer touch-ups, and one local hair salon is wrapping up a year of barely ever having an empty chair. At Haar Design, Caro is reflecting on the incredible support the salon has seen over the year, thankful for being trusted in the hair health of so […]
Summer in colour
Refreshing, sprightly hues are back on the rotation and exactly where they belong for seasonal soirées. Pair standout pieces with neutral accessories to balance bursts of colour, and throw on a pair of Mary Janes for effortless, elegant summer style. Curated by Nina Tucker.
Aqua aura
It’s that time of the year when days spent pool or beachside become the benchmark for warm weather. Journal your 2025 goals, practise gratitude from the year that was, and soak up the sun – sunblock on. Sip a fruity drink and relax, with friends or in your own company, and keep a […]
Kiss me
Lip gloss is the handiest weapon in your beauty arsenal, for dewy, no-makeup days. Like the noughties, lip gloss is again all the rage – but the product formulas look vastly different. It could be argued that Hailey Baldwin Bieber’s Rhode Peptide Lip Treatments are to thank for the revolution. Becoming such a […]
Shoe of the season
Seen on the steppers of Anne Hathaway, Jennifer Lawrence and Sofia Richie, an it-shoe of the season has arrived on our shores. Ballet flats and Mary Janes have been a defining shoe this season, diversifying into this toe-baring offering. Whether you like the mesh/fishnet look or not, it is certainly a breathable summer […]
View from the court
On the holiday horizon are swinging racquets, spiralling rugby balls, and swishing hoops, for some. When not showing the family how it’s done, spend it courtside looking fabulous. Anytime, anywhere, be your accessory a cocktail or racquet, let your wardrobe embrace the essence of that energy, taking inspiration from these looks from Tuesday […]
Sleep in festive style
Get cosy with your closest over Christmas in sleepwear sets that suit the season. Lean into the craze completely, with colour, motifs, and accessories, and find yourself dressed and ready for memory-making and photo-taking on Christmas morning. By Nina Tucker.
