Category Archives: Fashion

Nicci Celebrates the Grand Reopening of its Hyde Park Store

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I’ve bought a few bespoke clothing items from Nicci Boutiques over the years and I always get compliments when I wear my ensembles.

Nicci Boutiques has just re-opened its flagship store in Hyde Park Corner, Johannesburg. As a long-standing fixture in one of South Africa’s premier shopping centres, Nicci is set to redefine the shopping experience for its customers with a transformed and updated store.

Nicci has been an integral part of the Hyde Park Corner community since its inception in 1992, continuously offering fashion-forward collections and unparalleled customer service. “The newly transformed store is set to elevate the shopping experience even more, inviting customers to discover the latest trends in a refreshed, stylish environment,” says Niki Breger, Co-Founder of Nicci.

Iconic Shopping Destination

Bharathi Kawal, Hyde Park Corner General Manager, comments: “For over three decades, Nicci has been a cherished destination for Hyde Park Corner’s loyal shoppers, and its enduring legacy is a testament to our community’s unwavering support. We are excited to embark on this exciting new chapter as Nicci unveils their revamped store, we celebrate not only its rich history but also its exciting transformation.”

Nicci has always considered Hyde Park Corner as an iconic retail destination, providing an unmatched shopping environment for its discerning clientele. With the unveiling of its reinvigorated store, Nicci aims to enhance its presence and continue its legacy by offering superior customer service and ageless fashion in one South Africa’s premier retail destinations.

“Change is essential to staying relevant in today’s dynamic retail landscape. Our commitment to reinvention ensures that we continue to meet the evolving needs of our valued customers. We are sure that our shoppers will re-discover a fresh, modern space that blends tradition with innovation.” adds Bharathi. “From timeless classics to cutting-edge trends, Nicci store remains a hub of style, quality, and personalised service which is synonymous with the Hyde Park Corner brand.”

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Shein Pop-Up Store at Mall of Africa

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SHEIN, the global online fashion and lifestyle powerhouse, is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever pop-up store in South Africa. Set to take place from 2 – 11 August 2024, at the prestigious Johannesburg Mall of Africa, this ten-day event promises an interactive experience for fashion enthusiasts and casual shoppers alike.

Drawing inspiration from SHEIN’s ethos of self-expression and creativity, the pop-up store will invite patrons to explore a curated selection of summer and winter fashion, spanning women’s clothing, men’s fashion, kids’ wear, accessories, and SHEIN’s exclusive makeup collection.

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Levi’s® and McLaren Racing Celebrate Heritage and Innovation with First Collaborative Collection

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Since unveiling the groundbreaking 501® jeans, widely known as the first pair of blue jeans, the Levi’s® brand has continuously found new ways to innovate its most beloved garments while staying true to its heritage. In the thrilling world of motor racing, McLaren Racing has continuously innovated and elevated its esteemed cars without sacrificing their undeniable elegance. Bringing together the two icons for the first time, the new Levi’s® x McLaren Racing Collection represents the best of heritage and innovation.

The Levi’s® x McLaren Racing collection features a Racing Jacket, Racing Suit, Racing Gloves, Heritage Trucker, Heritage 501® Jeans, Constructors Tee, and a Racing Bandana. Inspired by the spirit of McLaren Racing’s vintage-era, the cropped and boxy fit Racking Jacket features a chain stitch embroidery logo on the back and twill taping at cuff and hem. Delivered in a light wash, the jacket comes with a satin liner and an embossed veg tan leather co-branded patch. 

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DStv Content Creator Awards 2024 Entries Now Open

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The stage is set, and the spotlight is bright for the DStv Content Creator Awards 2024. The DStv Content Creator Awards is thrilled to announce that entries across all categories are now open, ready to honour the creative talents who are reshaping the content landscape.

This year is about storytelling in all its forms. It’s about the narrative, the stories, and, most importantly, the unique points of view of each content creator. It’s about celebrating the creator’s own perspective – the unfiltered, original POV of content creation that brings stories to life.

What’s New in 2024?
The DStv Content Creator Awards is shaking things up! This year will focus more on celebrating the content creators themselves rather than individual pieces of content. New categories have been introduced to echo the evolving nature of content and its creators because, in the world of digital storytelling, IYKYK.

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This Season’s Wedding Trends

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I recently celebrated a milestone birthday and done all the planning myself.

I wanted it to be the wedding I never had, which made me realise how difficult it can be to plan a wedding!

With that in mind, let’s talk about some wedding trends for 2024 and beyond.

Every couple’s wedding is a day that they will always remember. And with memory making often being a sensory experience, it is important to get the sights, sounds and smells on your special day planned ahead of time so they are just right. 

To do this, brides and grooms will begin thinking of colours for the theme, food and drink flavours for the meals, cakes and beverages, their favourite family members and friends, locations that fit their budget and settings such as the sea, forest, veld, or other beautiful events venues. 

That said, wedding trends for each year come about because of a mixture of the tastes and preferences of couples, the popularity of certain aesthetics, foods and flowers during that season, wedding planners, and, of course, a healthy dose of interference from family members.

As the Southern Hemisphere looks towards autumn and winter, couples will be planning weddings suited for the colder months, which may mean that weddings are more affordable because of lower demand in comparison to spring and summer. 

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