It was a public holiday. And it was hot!!!! I was looking for an excuse to wear my new shoes, even though we were only going up the road to deluxe to get coffee. Having being inspired my my multiple Nick Wooster posts I decided to do the matching shirt and tie combo (though this … Continue reading Black and blue for GQ Style Diary day 6
Black & blue - GQ Style Diary Day 3
Another day another outfit. I'm trying to not let the GQ style diary thing influence the way I dress. But I think it is or has, and not in a good way. I'm being quite conservative, and well, what's the point in that! I think it's time to start whipping out some red pants, pocket … Continue reading Black & blue - GQ Style Diary Day 3
Plaid gingham & green - GQ Style Diary Day 1
So, for those who don't know, I was lucky enough to be asked to do a 2 week personal style diary with the guys over at GQ.co.za To quote that crazy cat girl on YouTube, I was nervous and excited at the same time. It's one thing starting this blog and having people coming to you, … Continue reading Plaid gingham & green - GQ Style Diary Day 1
New Paul Smith Store
Are you kidding me? How awesome is this store? It opened up about a week ago in its new home at the corner of Bree and Wale street in a building that dates back to 1860, and is without a doubt a much better fit for this brand then it's previous home in the V&A … Continue reading New Paul Smith Store
Pink and Purple
Pink. Its not for everybody. But it can be pretty awesome if you wear it right. Lets start with the dont's of pink. Don't wear pink of you have a fair complexion, it is better suited to those who have a darker skin tone. Don't overdo the pink, it is wonderfull as an accent but … Continue reading Pink and Purple
adidas Spring Summer 2013
See that? That cupcake has my name all over it! I was luck enough to invited to the preview of the adidas summer and spring 2013 collection, as well as be let in on all the plans they have for the upcoming year! I'm not sure I'm allowed to share that with you guys, but … Continue reading adidas Spring Summer 2013
Red red and red for #FancyFriday
Been rocking the coloured pants lately. Although this look never really goes out of fashion it kinda comes and goes in waves...or colours at least. So while it's here, I'm gonna own it, or try really really hard. I realise I may have overdone it on the red, what with it being EVERYWHERE and all. … Continue reading Red red and red for #FancyFriday
Wooster Wednesday #8
Okay. So, I know this will now make my 3rd "how to tie a bow tie" post on the blog. And I promise, it will possibly be the last. But this is Nick Wooster teaching us how to tie a bow tie, and this is Wooster Wednesday. The other reason I stuck it on … Continue reading Wooster Wednesday #8
Floating with pink
Who says white men cant jump? The last time I wore this tie I felt it would have worked better with a pink shirt. The red is very bright and so I thought the pink would help tone it down a bit. I also decided to go ultra preppy, but college type preppy, with the … Continue reading Floating with pink
Swinging 20’s for Great Gatsby
So Misha had been invited to the premiere of the Great Gatsby at Spier event and, it was a dress up theme. Yesssss. Now, I don't need a lot of convincing to wear a bow tie, in fact I need no convincing at all. I know you know this. One of the comments from Misha' … Continue reading Swinging 20’s for Great Gatsby