There’s so many ways to re-style knitwear to suit the weather and an aesthetic mood.
Check out how I planned my looks for Cottagecore life at Boschendal Farm – my recent travel staycation stop…
Tag: South Africa
Decadent Threads: Vaccinated in Velvet
Plush velvet was my fashion choice for the momentous occasion of my first Covid-19 jab.
There was a whole process to styling – being swept up in the euphoria of finally being closer to this pandemics end, and the fascinating rise of merch saying things like #PfizerGang
Here’s how I got vaccinated in velvet…
Stylish Safe Stay: Boschendal Estate
Escape to where you’ll be more than a pandemic survivor.
Boschendal Estate is a practical and stunning travel destination – with luxury Cottagecore that blooms against the backdrop of magnificent wineland vistas.
Find out about this farm and the special deals they have for you, now!
Stylish Safe Stay: Hôtel du Parc
Find out whether Hôtel du Parc is worth booking into for your next Staycation, as I review another Cape hotel for my Stylish Safe Stay travel series.
Here’s your local travel insider’s look on this boutique hotels quality of sleep, style, safety, and more…
Stylish Safe Stay: Old Foundry Hotel
The hotels under Ideas Cartel can sometimes come off as contrived, but they’re also fun and not at all off-putting.
The Old Foundry finished my trilogy of this hospitality brand, and this is everything you need to know about the experience, foodie favourites, travel perks, value for money, and style…
Travel Essentials: An ERRE Dress for Luxury & Leisure
Celebrating the styling versatility of a fresh ERRE fashion house creation, and the spaces and contexts it could have thrived in without a pandemic in play…
Stylish Safe Stay: The Onyx Hotel
As the winter season enters the Cape, I look at the perks of a Winter Staycation in the heart of the Mother City – from signature cocktails, to tours into the Winelands.
This is another Stylish Safe Stay to try…
Wanderlust: Plush Hotel Beds & Crisp Linens
Reminiscing on the hotel beds I’ve loved before, the wonders of crisp white linens, and ruminating on tourism and local travel culture in the age of the Covid-19 global pandemic.
Catch up on hotels, hospitality, and a little bit of hope – from London to New York, Cape Town, to the South of France…
Decadent Threads: Ritzy PINK Comforts
I’m thinking on the long weekend ahead, and styling that’s going to keep me chic and comfortable.
Here are my travel and style musings on ritzy pink comforts by elite South African fashion designer favourites of mine…
Culinary Quest: Loose Leaf TWG Teas
From High Tea in gorgeous spaces, to Afternoon Tea at home, this is why my imported loose leaf TWG teas have become part of an at-home ritual during lockdown…
Culinary Quest: Casa Labia by Ideas Cartel
At this innovation intersection, Casa Labia Cultural Centre serves warm hospitality, culinary delights to remember, views perfect for rest & relaxation, an event calendar for the family, and an aesthetic staycation to remember.
Here’s why you should visit…
Stylish Safe Stay: Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel
The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel is all accessible affluence, and a world of flavour fun, travel relaxation, and slivers of familiar comfort.
Catch the luxury hotel deal of the year, and wander with me as I review the hospitality at this esteemed Belmond offering…
Culinary Quest: Afternoon Tea at Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel
Perennial pleasure can be found in the Afternoon Tea experience at the famed Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel.
Here’s why to make this luxury Cape retreat your next culinary stop…
Stylish Safe Stay: The Park Inn by Radisson, Cape Town (Foreshore)
ParkInn by Radisson has the kind of staycation offer that’s no-pressure romance, rest, and relaxation.
Check out this Stylish Safe Stay for a steal…
Travel Essentials: Suited for Summer
Here’s the Summer suit you can rock this season – somewhere between Givenchy SS20 and Resortwear of old.
Streetstyle is back – and all looks should be worn with masks!
Pampered & Pleased: The Taste of Opulence Teased By The Cullinan Hotel
From Champagne at Sunset, to Sunday Roast with all the divine accoutrements; To sum up a stay at The Cullinan – one of Tsogo Sun’s premier properties – observe me:
Relaxed, Refined, and Resplendent!
Symbol of Hope Lights Up Spirits & Streets by the Water
So pleased to see that one of my favourite Cape shopping haunts, V&A Waterfront, is keeping to its model of holiday seasons filled with: Sustainability, collaboration, creativity and compassion.
Check out the symbol of hope they’re lighting up our worlds with now!
Solo Winter: Daring Delight at the Radisson RED
One leaves the weight of tradition at the sliding door of Radisson RED Hotel, and steps into a contemporary image of African style.
Solo Winter: Park it in at The Park Inn by Radisson, Cape Town (Foreshore)
Travellers leave Park Inn by Radisson Cape Town (Foreshore) with a positive and lasting impression, because this 4-star Radisson property is convenient leisure.
Solo Winter: Escape to a #WhimsicalWinter at Cape Quarter
A glossy ‘cabinesque’ apartment #Staycation sounds all kinds of brilliant, right?
With Cape Quarter, you can stay winning with that option and more.
Solo Winter: 5 Reasons to enjoy a Century City Hotel #Staycation
Century City Hotel does not just want to be good at what they do; They also want to be remembered – with fondness and a little bit of an aspiration to return.
Solo Winter: Can The Island Club Hotel deliver Budget-friendly island vibes?
The Island Club Hotel & Apartments, is not an establishment to consider solely for price…
“These are personalised spaces, where a business trip becomes a pleasure and a family stay is a carefree one.” – The Island Club Hotel
Solo Winter: Is a #Staycation at The Colosseum Hotel worthwhile?
Is a #Staycation at The Colosseum worthwhile?
I do believe that for most people, good hospitality can be more discernible when traveling solo – the lack of noise, presenting a more crystalline perspective of any experience.
Solo Winter: Cellars-Hohenort for Best Priced Quality High Tea?
Some Afternoon Tea spots and tea cafes, fall disappointingly short with High Tea…while today’s foodie escapade location rose to the occasion admirably.