Nucleus and Body are two Cape Town-based labels designed and run by Nicole Rasmussen. Nucleus incorporates fabrics like linen, chiffon and cotton twill to show drape as well as tailoring, while its sister range, Body, focuses on casual clothing with a twist, using cotton knits and viscose knits. And on Friday, 1 and Saturday, 2 June you can enjoy up to 30% off on current Nucleus and Body stock.
Ragu may be classified as a meat-based sauce, but in Italy, where it originates, they are many and varied. And that’s what is on offer at Ragu in De Waterkant: a variety of delights. What was originally intended to be an Italian clothing boutique evolved into an intriguing little spot where you can enjoy authentic Italian dishes while shopping for hand picked fashion and accessories, and sinfully sexy lingerie.
Mungo & Jemima opened their Claremont store in a charming, historic cottage in Cavendish Street late last year, offering suburbanites easier access to M & J’s own labels as well as those of other South African designers. Now, with the recent opening of the M & J Café, you get to relax with some Deluxe coffee in the gorgeous courtyard of the Claremont store. To celebrate, they’re offering a 2-for-1 special during May.
Following a hugely successful Missibaba pop up event at Kirsten Goss’ Holland Street shop the proudly South African designers decided to join forces and open a Cape Town store. Missibaba designer, Chloe Townsend, has always dreamt of owning a “hole in the wall shop of delights” and after time spent in London realised just how well her and Goss’ pieces work together. Capetonians are the lucky beneficiaries.
Take Care and Adriaan Kuiters recently opened their Kloof Street boutique. Menswear label Adriaan Kuiters presents tailored pieces with classic lines in a muted palette that echoes classic fifties leisurewear and Take Care is a womenswear label passionate about simplicity and elegance. With parallel design ethics and an obsession with simplicity the designer’s turning their dream into reality was inevitable.
This month sees two delicious, not to be missed events hosted by Dear Me and Tjing Tjing in collaboration with Frankie Fenner. Together at Tjing Tjing celebrates creativity and originality along with leading designers, while the Meat-A-Palooza showcase ethically-sourced meat in all its glory. Sandwiched between these two, chef Vanessa Marx participates at the Constantia Fresh Festival.
While everyone loves a sale, not all sales are equal. If you’re still feeling the effects of the festive season, 207 Long Street is the place to be. The Bonafide Summer Sale offers 50% off selected stock across Bonafide stocks nternational brands Carhartt, Mooks, Edwin Denim, Sabre Sunglasses and Pointer Footwear, as well as Adidas, LoveWaterLove, Tom Ford, New Balance and others.
While good coffee is the only way to start a day, Monday mornings that start with a meeting need coffee (lots of coffee) and something more. The something more that turns me from a bleary-eyed, sleep-deprived shadow of myself to an enthusiastic employee ready to face the day is coffee - and a bacon croissant from Jason Bakery. Now, there’s a way to show my appreciation for its restorative powers.
Gentlemen, Dondup wants you to look your best this festive season. One of the best ways is unique button down shirts: detail, cool, cotton, colour, - Italian style. A summer collaboration between Dondup and Camicie - a winning combination. Even better? Dondup is offering a unique discount of 50%. With three levels of fantastic fashion to browse, this popular Long Street store is a must visit.
From Long Street to Cavendish Street, Mungo & Jemima introduce another home and another way to show their love for SA fashion. The neighbour you have always wanted is finally moving in. The Southern suburbs are swinging their arms wide open to welcome the new ladies from town… Mungo & Jemima’s second and bigger boutique!
Sarah Jane and Cecil Bosman have returned from a year spent travelling through Indonesia, India and Argentina and Capetonians are the lucky beneficiaries of their adventure. Their new store, Mr & Mrs, is where you’ll find the most beautiful homeware, fashion, gifts, jewellery, ceramics and more. Mr & Mrs is set to become one of our favourite places to shop!
It’s not for nothing that MeMeMe won the Best Small Emporium Supporting South African Design at the Marie Claire Prix d’Excellence de la Mode Awards this years. This much-loved boutique stocks an exciting mix of the best South African clothing, accessories, shoes and handbags from a wide range of local designers that includes owner Doreenn Southwood’s own line.
Hurley is a leading global clothing brand with its roots firmly in surf, skate, art, music and beach culture, making it a perfect fit for Cape Town. Last Season Store in Woodstock is an authorised Hurley dealer, but with a difference. This outlet store is where you’ll find last season’s labels at reduced prices. Good labels rarely go out of style and who doesn’t love a great bargain?
Victim of Art is the new kid at 210 on Long. This concept store stocks a fabulous selection of fashion and accessories for men and women, infants and parents, including High Fashion, Vintage and Street Wear. You’ll find everything you need, from summer dresses to sandals; hats to handbags, and jeans to jackets.
EDWIN is an authentic Japanese denim brand that prides itself on innovation, craftsmanship and integrity. The brand’s rich history includes inventing ‘stone wash’, being the first to develop ‘old wash’, and create ‘new vintage’. This sought after premium brand, started in Japan in 1947 by a gentleman named Mr Tsunemi, is now available in Cape Town!
The City Bowl Market on Hope has become one of the most popular markets in Cape Town, and the monthly Fashion Market perhaps more so. Don’t miss the Fashion Market this Saturday, 29 October, where you’ll find fashion, vintage, accessories, jewellery, decor and more, along with the usual selection of the most delectable, mouth-watering goodies.
Positive Heroes, a non-profit organisation working to prevent millions of South Africans dying needless deaths as a result of the stigma, fear and ignorance surrounding HIV/AIDS, and The City of Cape Town join forces on November 3rd 2011 to host BLOOM; a fashion show and auction with a difference at the iconic Civic Centre.
Mungo & Jemima in Long Street stocks their own ranges as well as those of new and established South African designers, including the gorgeous new swimwear range from LoveWaterLove. This unique line is designed to be mixed and matched in style, fabrics and sizes and with summer upon us, it’s already making waves.
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UPDATE: Due to unforeseen personal circumstances, Li Edelkoort has had to cancel her trip to Cape Town.
Boots and unique furniture design are two of a very small number of things that make me look twice - and even lust after. Dondup in Longmarket Street has just unveiled three fabulous products, two of which on my list. This fashion and accessory store, which has a dedicated following, is also having a sale that you don’t want to miss! More>
The Bay Harbour Market in Hout Bay, which opened to rave reviews this winter, is launching its Summer Night Markets this Friday, 9 September. Experience an authentic slice of South African creativity, culture and cuisine.
Bonafide Clothing, Cape Town’s premium street-wear store, stocking brands like Carhartt, Edwin Denim, Sabre Sunglasses, Tom Ford, Mooks and Pointer Footwear, presents two not-to-be-missed fashion events: The MFW Sample Sale and the Lee Contemporary Fashion Range Lauch, on 1 and 7 September respectively.