Spring/Summer Wardrobe Tips

Every spring  summer I struggle to come up with new and sassy ways to mix and match the items in my cupboard and often stick to the same outfit combinations all the way through spring and summer. So I thought I’d lend a helping hand and share some the of the cute outfit combinations I’ve found online over the past few months – and then I’m going to take it one step further and show you were you can get these same items in South Africa!

This week I’m concentrating on two outfits I absolutely love – (both are great combos with shorts) and how to achieve the same look from online store Zando.co.za.

I first found this cute shorts and jersey combo in a US Zoom catalogue and just loved it!  

 The great news is you can find similar items online at Zando!

This black knitted sweater from Pull-It can be ordered off their site for R239 and these Vero Moda shorts for R299.

I love this casual-chic shorts and T-shirt combo which I found on Fashionworship.com. 

Recreate the look with these finds from Zando. These Mint sandals are just R179! The bag is from Buffalo and is R351. 

These bracelets are from Utopia and are R69 each. The feather necklace is from Tessa Design  and is R209. 

The shorts below are from Rip Curl and are R291 and the sunnies are Michael Kors and will set you back R1580. 

Lastly, this funky T-shirt is from Mint and will set you back R364.

Simply Divine Rings from BellaReathe

How precious are these rings from BellaReathe! The jewelry brand has really struck a cord with these super cute rings – now all that’s left for me to do is to choose which one I want to buy (it’s like Sophie’s choice!).

This elegant silver Peace Ring is the ultimate in simplicity – and it’s made in Cape Town so it’s doubly awesome. Retail price: R210.

This Kissing Couple Ring with Heart is too cute for words. Retail price: R230.

These brass nugget and tube rings would make a fabulous addition to any wardrobe this season. Retail price R190.

Be a Bright Spark This Summer

I’m in love with brights this summer! I just can’t get enough of neon nail polish, brightly coloured accessories, and oh-so-shocking pinks.

I’m also in love with new beauty brand GOSH and was delighted to see they’ve got a fantastic selection of must-haves brights and neons for summer and I thought I’d share my favourite picks with you. 

Here they are: 

I love this Amazing Length’n Build electric blue mascara from GOSH. This stunning product will give you longer lashes with intense colour. R89 at selected stores.

With a name like this I just couldn’t not feature this ultra cool yellow nail polish! This OMG Nail Lacquer in Lime N Lemon is a must-wear when you’re lounging on the beach this summer. R49 at selected stores.

I’m smitten with this Velvet Touch Lipstick in Tropical Pink! The lipsstick gives an intense and lasting colour to the lips due to a high concentration of colour pigments and it contains Vitamin E so your lips will feel silky smooth. R110.00 at selected stores.

Shine Shine On

I absolutely love these products from local brand Shine Shine! I’m a sucker for anything proudly SA so I was smitten from the moment I saw these stunning designs. Take a look!

Love these Shine Shine serving trays – just R200 each. 

These placemats will make any table look awesome – R250

Spice up your laptop with these super cute sleeves! R350

For more information on Shine Shine visit their website here.

Hooray for Spiezia!

I’ve just discovered the most divine organic skincare range! Spiezia is 100% organic and the products are to die for. 

All Spiezia products are handmade in Cornwall, UK and the entire product range can be used on all skin types, including those with skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis etc. as well as during chemotherapy.

The products are also packaged in the most gorgeous jars!

According to Spiezia their products contain no parabens (linked to oestrogen overproduction and breast cancer); no synthetic fragrances or colours; no silicones – basically none of the bad stuff and all the good stuff. 

Shop for Spiezia products here.

Make a Statement!

This spring/summer 2012 is all about making a statement – especially with accessories. There’s no better way to jazz up a simple outfit than with a statement necklace. 

I’ve found some fantastic options from Sass Diva. Take a look!


This arrow down gold bib neck piece retails at R330.00 and would look great with a white tank top, black skinny jeans and gold pumps.

This stunning pharaoh bib neck piece is the perfect accessory for an LBD. 

I love this snake skin effect link neck piece! It would go great with a dress or a basic tank top and skirt. The necklace retails for 270.00.

For more information visit Sass Diva on Facebook. 

Dress & Dare Launches Summer 2012 Collection

The Dress & Dare boutique in Illovo, Sandton recently launched its Summer 2012 Collection with a delightful splash of colour.

This summer is all about colour colour colour! And the bolder the better. The colour palette is bright and varied. Bold turquoise and coral or tangerine tempered with natural tones; soft and subtle sorbet, candy pastels, buttercup yellow and plenty of soft pink – with a dash of neon here and there!

Imported from Europe, the Dress & Dare Summer Collection incorporates short shorts, light trench coats, cropped light leather jackets and full length pants.

From simply stylish day-wear, to exquisitely elegant evening gowns, Dress & Dare has brought the best of Europe’s 2012 Summer trends to Sandton.

For more information visit www.dressanddare.co.za

Glam It Up With Oxygen

I’ve been on the hunt for some new party dresses for summer and fell in love with what Oxygen had to offer in their brand new summer range! The range is available at selected boutiques from September 2012.

Here are my favourite picks from the range:

I love this dusty pink dress – perfect for a summer garden party. Pair with heels and a cute clutch and you’re good to go.

 I’m smitten with this stunning LBD – it screams sophistication.

This silver dress is great for a night on the town or for a cocktail party – pair with black heels for a smoldering look.

Oxygen is available at selected independent boutiques. For more information, please contact 087 940 4664 or visit http://www.skye-sa.co.za.

My Walk in Wardrobe

As if I didn’t have a shopping problem already, I’ve gone and found an awesome new online boutique! My Walk in Wardrobe has tons of designer gear for you splurge on this winter.

I’m in summer mode (yes I am in denial) so I’ve been scoping out all the pretty dresses they have in stock. Here are some of my favourites – some of them can be work with leggings and boots so I don’t feel bad ordering them in winter. 

I love t-shirt dresses and this one would be great for warm or cold weather! Great colour too! This one from Hot Igloo retails for R400. Click here to order it!

This little chiffon number for TGCG is super cute. The navy polka dot shift Dress retails for R500. Click here to order it!

This blue chiffon one shoulder dress is perfect for a night out. The dress retails for R250 (on sale from R499!). Click here to order it!

I love this high neck party dress – and red is always a winner. This retails for R200 (on sale from R399!). Click here to order it!

This off the shoulder dress is also a great option for winter. It retails for R270 (o sale fro R450!). Click here to order it!

Upcycle with REcreate

I’ve hidden my credit card in my freezer … and it’s all because of REcreate! I’m obsessed with their Upcycled decor items and furniture and seriously would buy the whole collection if I was left to my own devices for long enough. And, what make it worse is that the collection is currently on sale at City Mob – curses!

Donna Solovei, the genious behind the brand produces upcycled vintage furniture that is just to die for. REcreate turns castaways into clever creations that will transform interior spaces forever. 

Imagine a suitcase turned side table; zinc tub turned ottoman! Their stylishly salvaged pieces never seize to amaze and inspire.

Using pieces of discarded junk, Katie recreates a unique, recycled range of furniture, lighting and interior accessories, each piece infused with its own previous character but with a new function. By blending South African craftsmanship, with high end finishes and her own eclectic perfectionist flair, Katie creates an original end product with a new integrity that epitomizes the very best of South African design.

If I’m not careful soon my entire house is going to have a shappy-chic vibe to it!
For more information on REcreate visit www.recreate.za.net or contact Katie at katie@recreate.za.net.