Durban July! What to Wear?

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No to that white dress – you wore that last year. No to that butt hugging, leg flashing cocktail dress – it’s going to be like -1000 degrees. Hell YES to being styled by FOREVER NEW!

If you are in the same boat as me and have no idea what to wear to the Vodacom Durban July this weekend, then fear not, because FOREVER NEW‘s got your back. Or has got something quite literally for your back!

FOREVER NEW is offering you the destination to find your perfect outfit – head to toe! And to make life a little easier here are some chic looks, modelled by the oh-so-beautiful, Melinda Bam. Now you may not be Miss SA material, but with these outfits, no eyes will be on the races. 

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Embellished clutches can turn your outfit from evening to red carpet ready. Try this Evelyn Sparkle Clutch Bag to add a bit of glitz and glamour to a simple outfit.

20150617_forever_new 889This is my favourite look of them all. It might be a bit chilly, but hey, beauty is pain. This Shelby Organza Midi Skirt will turn heads and make you feel just like Melinda Bam.
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As you have noticed headwear is a must for race days and you are bound to see many adorned clips and extravagant pieces but one thing I absolutely adore is this Taya Two Tone Felt Hat (R549). Not only is it a winter trend but it will keep your head warm too. Match this floppy hat with the Thalia Embellished Coat (R2999) and some Kimberly Spliced Leather Gloves (R449). Trust, black on black will always be in. 

This race season FOREVER NEW has everything that you would need to ensure your best is on show at The Captains Table. 


Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk


Hats Off for the SANSUI Summer Cup

SANSUI Summer Cup 2014 BannerNovember the 29th marked Johannesburg’s premier equestrian and fashion event of 2014 and lucky me, I got VIP access! Woohooo! The event? Well, the SANSUI Summer Cup, of course! The theme? “Hats Off” – Great for me because I absolutely DESPISE hat hair. 

The Face of the SANSUI Summer Cup was none other than the beautiful V-Entertainment television presenter and socialite, Dineo Moeketsi. Apparently, she was handpicked because of her abundance of elegance, fashion flare, glamourous spirit and love for horse racing. I think it was just because this chick is everywhere nowadays!

The SANSUI Summer Cup was held at Turffontein Racecourse and had every ingredient horse racing fans and Joburg’s socialites could wish for in a perfect day out; 12 staggering thoroughbred races, a plethora of celebrities and thousands of glamourous hat wearing racegoers. Racing enthusiasts, fashionistas, and jockeys were kept on the edge of their seats – or saddles – when they saw the outfits that attended the event. Here are a few of my favs and, well, not so favs:

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The Sunday Sun held some fashion awards at the event, which included Most Fashionable Couple, and obviously went to the stunning Jay Anstey and Ryan Hignett. Jay, wore this all white woman suit encompassing an open back with absolute elegance. While, Ryan, was dressed by Carducci and topped off his summer look by wearing a hat by Simon and Mary. Love the matchy-matchy!10686705_351603755011699_4048805002405386836_nAnother couple worth mentioning is Topbilling‘s Jonathan Boynton-Lee and Simba Mhere. Both, playing with pastel colours and adding the shades to make summer look stylish. These two make a great couple – don’t they? 😉10401464_351742008331207_6191054263117463426_nAnd time for the Worst Dressed of the day. CRINGE! This condom inspired outfit is completely outdated, unflattering and unfashionable! I have no idea what this woman was thinking!? It’s actually best that no-one can see her face.


Not only were horses racing, but celebs were too! 20 of SA’s hottest Celebrities took to the race track in their sporty kit with charitable competitiveness for the “Racing. It’s a Rush Celebrity Charity Dash”. A heated sprint to raise funds for the event’s official charity, SOS Children’s Village. The winning celebrity had the credit of not only being the quickest celeb on the track but also the honour to handover a whopping R475 000 to this year’s chosen charity. So out of this lot who do you think won?

The Boys: Kojo Baffoe, Alex Caige, Clive Maistry, Lorenzo Gordinho, Simba Mhere and Jonathan Boynton-Lee

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The Girls: Jen Su, Wardah Hartley, Jay Anstey, Tamerin Jardine, Stevie French, Letoya Mangezi, Zakeeya Patel, Kgomotso Meso,  Hayley Owen and Stacey Holland.10846085_741380132605511_5793600337868789128_n

Did you guess right? The overall winner between the boys and the girls, was none other than the fitness fanatic, Stacey Holland! YAY!


So here’s what The Elite TV Girls wore to the event;

10250200_10152850268640631_173862683099942444_nCandy Harris wore a beautiful high Neck fitted mini from Zara. Sheena D wore a sweetheart high-low dress from Robot Clothing and I wore a pearl lace playsuit from YDE matched with my favourite Strappy Sandal heels from Steve Madden.

With all that the SANSUI Summer Cup had to offer, the premium occasion proved once again, as it has year after year, that it is a unique union of the entertainment, sport and fashion industries in one powerful and exuberant event, making is a must for racing industry familiars, newbies, fashionistas and socialites.


To celebrate this years event The SANSUI Summer Cup paid a fun tribute to Jozi and some of its everyday jockeys – the taxi drivers. The viral video created, is a comical rhetoric about the fun and excitement of a day at the races showcased in a typically Johannesburg style via taxi drivers, which are synonymous with the city.

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk


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TOPSHOP auction Met Ball dresses in the fight against cancer

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TOPSHOP is not only interested in clothing the world but they’re also interested in making it a better place too. So, they have decided to auction the dresses made for the 2014 MET Ball Gala held in New York earlier this year. All the proceeds will be going to Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. The unique pieces, worn by celebrities such as Kendal Jenner, Toni Garn, Jourdan Dunn, Chanel ImanZoe Kravitz and Magda Palos, will go live on ebay from the 27th November in a 10 day auction. Better get auctioning!

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Kendall wore a blush strapless dress featuring a delicate fold detail across the top of the bust line, with body contouring paneling and a dramatic volume at the hem. This beautiful shape was created using underlays of netting underneath the hem to support it and an internal corset to secure the dress from bust to waist.

jourdan-dunn-plunging-met-ball-2014-03Jourdan wore a vibrant Chartreuse silk gabardine dress with body contouring panels and a slash front detail. A dramatic back dress train with added volume at the hem creates an hourglass silhouette, shaping Jourdan’s body perfectly. Netting underneath the skirt supports the volume at the hem.

costume-inside-32Toni wore a pale blue double silk Gazar dress with a delicate fold detail across the bust and back. The plunging back is supported to the waist by an internal lace-up corset. The slim silhouette through the hips, falls from the mid-thigh with dramatic volume, supported by a colour matched net under skirt.

1399350068_chanel-iman-560Chanel wore a smoky silver double silk satin dress, with folded pleat detailing across the front and back panels. The dress is backless with two self-rouleaux straps to secure the front of the dress. The hem features a stunning train with floor sweeping panels.

zoe-kravitz-met-ball-2014-01-topshop-custom-Zoe wore an oxblood gown with a plunging neckline detail and self-rouleaux strapping details at the front and back of the dress to secure it. The thigh-high split and pleat detail at the top of the hip create a contemporary cocktail dress look. 

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If you want to support a worthy organisation and receive a fabulous gown while doing so – then get auctioning now!


Fashion Targets Breast Cancer is a powerful force that unites the fashion world in the fight against breast cancer. The organisation was founded by Ralph Lauren in 1996, after he lost a close friend to the disease. Since it began it has raised over £13.5 million for the ground-breaking research of leading charity Breakthrough Breast Cancer. TOPSHOP has been a key partner of the campaign since 2007.

 Find out more about Fashion Targets Breast Cancer:

website: www.fashiontargetsbreastcancer.org.uk  

Instagram: instagram.com/fashiontargetsbreastcancer

 Twitter: @FashionTargets


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Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk

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Forever New #WILDORCHID

ForeverNew-(1)We all know and love the brand Forever New! Want a sophisticated work outfit? Forever New. Want a gorgeous dress for a wedding? Forever New. Want an elegant playsuit for the Polo? Forever New.

Forever New is one of the fastest growing international brands in SA and I had the honour of attending the launch of its latest collection, #WildOrchid.

Celebrities, socialites and Forever New VIP customers attended the unveiling of the new Wild Orchid Collection. The colourful and energetic Wild Orchid collection was modelled in a unique fashion presentation by eleven of the country’s most illustrious female personalities. The aptly-titled Orchids included 5fm DJ, Sureshnie Rider; celebrity make-up artist, Gina Myers; socialite and journalist, Mokgadi Seabi; actress, Zakeeya Patel; TV producer and presenter, Lerato Kganyago; actress, Amanda du Pont; South African superbike champion, Janine Davies; publicist Melanie Ramjee; TV personality, Roxy Burger; blogger Allegro Dinkwanyane and actress Hayley Owen.

 Early summer parties, tropical holidays and balmy nights set the scene for this spirited story, where vivid pinks and sunset coloured exotic flower prints are enhanced by clean white. Now, If you want these items, I’ve made it real easy for you. Just click on them and it’ll take you straight to them.

Wild Orchid-152(3)TV personality, Roxy Burger, wore this Andrea printed wrap skirt (R799) with a Briony Strappy Silk Cami in porcelain (R599).  Accessorize your outfit with clean elegant strappy sandals, oversized tote bags or a pop of colour statement clutch – much like this. 

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The beautiful actress, Amanda du Pont, wore this Isobel Tiered Lace Dress in porcelain (R699). All white remains a key summer trend, worn head to toe or with brightly coloured accessories and these retro oversized sunglasses finish the fun summer vibe.

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Actress, Hayley Owen, modeled the pretty Bethany Ruffle Skirt Dress in vibrant chartreuse (R1139.75). Make a glamourous summer fashion statement with this simple yet head turning dress.

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Actress, Zakeeya Patel, wore the Simone sweetheart sundress (R999). This dress with it’s vibrant floral print can go from a day at the polo to dinner with the girls.

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Celebrity make-up artist, Gina Myers, wore the Adrianna Burnout Stripe Midi Skirt (R799) with a matching cross-over crop top. While bright new look co-ords are perfect for day wear, black can work just as well too. 


Forever New also announced its sponsorship of The EPIC Foundation’s Fairy Godmother Project at the event. Founded by Alta McMaster, the charity assists underprivileged girls in Matric who do not have the financial means to purchase Matric Dance dresses. Forever New initiated its sponsorship by donating a number of dresses to the Project, as well as all profits made at the event. The eleven Orchids also each contributed a number of personal items to the Project, including special occasion’s dresses, shoes, jewelry and handbags. 

The Forever New Wild Orchid Collection is currently available in all Forever New stores and select Edgars stores nationwide.


Here’s what the Elite TV girls wore to the event;

Wild Orchid-105Sheena D wore this sexy laced black tube dress from Young Designers Emporium and I wore a Gingham Skaterskirt from Mr Price with a Mesh V-neck bodysuit. Because I am in love with gold I just had to accessorize with a nude and gold clutch from Zoom.


Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk

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Win 14 GUESS Dresses in 14 Days

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It’s every girls dream to become one of those gorgeous GUESS models, right? Well, now you can – kinda. You get to look like a GUESS model by winning 1 of 14 GUESS dresses in the next 14 days starting from November the 17th. That’s this Monday! 

GUESS has decided to partner with South Africa’s favourite women’s magazine, Cosmopolitan, and is making November the month of the dress. One person will win a GUESS summer dress daily, with the final winner receiving the 14th GUESS dress and a R2000 GUESS voucher. Ka-Ching!

Each day is giving away a different dress ranging from mini to maxi-dresses, in a wide range of designs and finishes. Because the summer holidays are nearly here I’ve decided to show you the 14 dresses you could win matched with your perfect holiday destination:

DAY 1. 17 NOVEMBER - WHITE EMBROIDERED LACE DRESS R1199DAY 2. 18 NOVEMBER - BLUE MIX CORSET DRESS R1399This white Embroidered Lace Dress is perfect for sipping cocktails while your toes squish through the white beach sand at the Grand Cafe in Granger Bay, Cape Town. Then party all night long in this Sheer Corset Dress at Cape Town’s premier beach club – Shimmy.

DAY 3. 19 NOVEMBER - MOROCCAN PRINT TUBE DRESS R1499DAY 4. 20 NOVEMBER - LEOPARD PRINT TUBE DRESS R1099If you’re in the sunny St Francis Bay this year, wear the Leopard-print Tube Dress for those magical sunsets on those booze cruises. Then slip into your Moroccan Tube Dress for a night of fun, good company and even better music at Billy’s Beach Bar.

DAY 5. 21 NOVEMBER - MILK STUDDED FITTED DRESS R1099DAY 6. 22 NOVEMBER - BLACK BETZABETH DRESS R1199Keeping it classy and staying in Jozi this December? This Studded White Dress will turn heads at The Neighbourgoods Market in Braamfontein. Then go from chilled to sexy in this Betzabeth Dress as you party until sunrise at Taboo in Sandton. This little number is my personal fav!

DAY 7. 23 NOVEMBER - WHITE PONTE & FAUX LEATHER BODYCON DRESS R1099DAY 8. 24 NOVEMBER - GREEN OVERDYE BELTED TUBE DRESS R1499Playing in Plett this holiday? Hit Vegas In Plett with full-force on New Years Eve in this monochrome Body-con Dress and then recover from your hangover and celebrate the new year to come by chilling on the Lookout Deck in this casual Belted Tube Dress.

DAY 9. 25 NOVEMBER - GREY OPEN BACK CHAIN DRESS R1199DAY 10. 26 NOVEMBER - BLACK SHOULDER BEADED COCKTAIL DRESS - R1099Sun City. The Palace of the Lost City. You better be wearing this Open Back Dress when you’re strutting your stuff along the poolside. Head to the palace bar in this Beaded Cocktail Dress and you’ll be treated like royalty.

DAY 11. 27 NOVEMBER - PINK SHEER MESH MIX CORSET DRESS R1399DAY 12. 28 NOVEMBER - BLACK ASHCROFT DRESS R1499Keen to get down in Durban? Spend the day window shopping for clothes and surfer boys at the Gateway Wavehouse in this stunning Black Body-con Dress. Then make your way to Joe Cools in this Pink Sheer Corset Dress. When you look and feel this good – no one can slow you down.   

DAY 13. 29 NOVEMBER - GREEN PONTE & FAUX LEATHER BODYCON DRESS R1099DAY 14. 30 NOVEMBER - STRAPLESS SNAKE-PRINT TULIP DRESS R1699Kenton on Sea is the place to be this December. Wear this Ashcroft Dress to your New Years Eve dinner party with friends and if things start to get messy, slip on your Snake Print Tulip Dress and head on down to Winkies on the beach. 


The 14 GUESS dress styles will be clearly marked in all GUESS stores with a MUST-HAVE COSMO tag for all those who didn’t win the dress of their dreams and from 17th to the 30th of November, these tagged summer must-have dresses will be available at 25% off at all GUESS stores. Hell Yeah!

To win your favourite dress submit your entry here: http://www.cosmopolitan.co.za/uncategorized/win-14-guess-dresses-in-14-days/

There’s a GUESS dress for every occasion!


Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk

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Rosey & Vittori: Black on White.

10653863_845238342173939_9090834526195185801_nIf you’re from Cape Town and if you haven’t heard of Rosey & Vittori. Where have you been? Have you been hiding under a rock or behind Table Mountain for the past year?  Well… come out of your cave as you’re just in time for the launch of Rosey & Vittori’s latest collection: Black on White.

Oh ya… and for all you Joburg Folk, I introduce to you the new men’s label you should be keeping an eye on: Rosey & Vittori or R&V for short.DSC_8023

Rosey & Vittori was established in 2012 with the vision to develop modern street couture designed in South Africa. Inspired by Cape Town lifestyle and diversified by street culture of the world, their mission is guided by local and international street culture – but works to create Everyday street classics accented with a sense of madness. R&V is known for it’s Limited Edition, One-of-a-kind pieces and this Slim Fit Cycle Tee (R239.95) is exactly that. This forms part of a collection of 8 in total – this means only 8 were produced. What? Just 8? Better get ordering! 

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Sports Luxe is the trend that seems to be lasting the whole year round! Major sports brands like, Adidas, are now collaborating with high-end fashion labels like TOPSHOP. Rosey & Vittori, decided to jump on this bandwagon but added their own South African flavour to their designs. Proudly homegrown street wear couture, this SA Flag Crew Neck (R359.95) and Two Tone Chino Shorts (R499.95) epitomize what R&V stand for.  

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Drawing upon the sweet science of fashionable sportswear, the designer, Steve Rosenbaum, is no doubt reinforcing a sporty aesthetic to men’s voguish fashion pieces by embracing porous, breathable fabrics when forming sharp, clean lines. This Blue Windbreaker (R1100) and Zebra Print Shorts (R599.95) take the amalgamation of sport luxe and street couture to a whole new level and I love it!

According to designer Steve Rosenbaum;

“the ever-evolving industry of fashion is like a hoop. New trends are borrowed from old, and what is in now, will probably be in style again in another 20 years.”

The Black on White collection is a lot more simple than the last. The previous collection were solely statement pieces, adding a sense of madness to men’s fashion. Here’s a little taster on what R&V’s previous range included:

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R&V is an unconventional way of self-expression by blending what was, with what is.  The aim of R&V is to celebrate non-conformity. It is about being comfortable and whilst doing that,  looking good. This means blurring the line between comfort and style in the most impactful way, but still keeping it simple. Much like mixing Camo Chino Shorts (R550) with a Grey Honeycomb Knitted Jersey (R699).

Lets just be honest, R&V is not for the faint hearted. It’s for the fashion forward man willing to push boundaries to look good!


To order anything from RV’s latest collection, Black on White, simply request the specific piece by sending them a message on their Facebook page, or visit Boaston Society in Long Street.
Rosey & Vittori ships to anywhere in South Africa.

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk

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Steve Madden 2014 Spring Collection Out NOW!!

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A rock-and-roll story of young love in the city unfolds for Steve Madden this spring. But not all of Steve Madden‘s life has been as glamorous as one would think. Did you know that he started out with just $1000 to his name and selling shoes out of the boot of his car?  Or that he was put in prison for alleged fraud in April 2005? Nope? Neither did I… Shoes out of a car boot or not, Steve Madden has undoubtedly built a 9 inch empire when it comes to shoes.

His latest Spring 2014 collection campaign is set in Williamsburg, New York and is inspired by young hipster couples that embody the 60’s Brit rock lifestyle. Late nights lead to early morning hangouts around their Brooklyn apartment and atop their roof over-looking the city skyline.

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Welcome to Gladiator City. The Steve Madden girl takes her love of vintage to the next level by sporting the styles of the Romans. The GLENDAEL gives a sexy twist to the Gladiator trend by adding height—a stacked platform and heel give her legs for dayssss.

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Turning heads is standard practice for the Steve Madden girl and the knee high ARISOTLE will make sure she’s grabbing attention wherever she goes. The shorter PLATO is perfectly styled with shorts, vintage t-shirt and floppy hat and sunnies – best suited for warm spring days spent outside.

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Heavy Metal rock-and-roll style. Never one to blend in with the crowd, the Steve Madden woman makes a statement in spring 2014 by rocking bold metals on her feet.

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Sporting strappy flat sandals like the DAISEY and KROATIA, she stylishly goes through her day of vintage shopping, reading, and practicing guitar.

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Elasticity – a must! Spring is all about music festivals, picnics, concerts and parties and the Steve Madden girl is doing it all in style. Sky-high cork wedges, like the ROPERR and PRIDE have elastic uppers, which make them daytime adventure-approved.

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ROPERR – CORK WEDGE WITH PYRAMID GOLD UPPER – R999

Take the fierce STRETCHE stiletto out on nights when you want to embrace your inner rock goddess.

 

 


 All these stunning shoes and more can be found in Steve Madden stores at Canal Walk, Eastgate, Fourways Mall, Sandton City and select Edgars stores nationwide.

Hurry up and get your feet looking stylish and ready for spring!

Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk

Going Bananas for Banana Republic

elite tv (2)Last week Thursday marked the launch of the brand new Banana Republic store in Sandton City.  However, as many of you might not know, this is the San Francisco brands’ second store in the country. I know right – apparently there’s one in Cavendish Square in Claremont? How is that going to help us Joburgers, hey?  

It is so fantastic that South Africa is now becoming a part of the fashion world with the inclusion of top international brands in our stores. Banana Republic, being one of these brands, holds an approach to style, living  and a state of mind that separates it from the crowd.

You have to check out the new Banana Republic Spring 2014 campaign.  The brand’s campaign is a heartfelt nod to the modern day adventurer who appreciates the journey, not just the destination – and is obviously perfectly dressed every step of the way. This campaign was inspired by the spirit of it’s San Francisco roots and celebrates pure authenticity in it’s core qualities that define Banana Republic.

According to the Banana Republic global president, Jack Calhoun;

 “We’ve been outfitters since our days on safari, and today we outfit people for their modern lives – for all those things that make up day to day life, and especially those big and small moments that matter most.”

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The beautifully spacious and EXTREMELY clean store represents the imagery, look, feel and range of the Banana Republic brand. If it wasn’t for the Stuttafords group, this store would be something us mere South Africans could only dream about – or simply go online to check out. Whichever.

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Many celebrities attended the event including Rolene Strauss, Ross Jack, Simba Mhere and Maps Maponyane but because this was a Banana Republic affair I decided to focus on those celebs who were dressed in Banana Republic from head to toe. Here, Isidingo star Michaella Russell and singer Leanne Dlamini were styled by fashion bloggers Ththi Nteta and Neil Doveton in the Banana Republic California Collection. This collection holds an effortless blend of laid back comfort and easy chic and is grounded in fresh, Sonoran desert neutrals. The palette for the collection ranges from soft white to cantaloupe and cognac accessories, with rich textures and design woven throughout.

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 Top Billing Presenter, Jonathan Boynton-Lee, shows this blend of comfort and chic in the Banana Republic’s iconic fashion piece – the chinos. I absolutely love the neutral colours on him  and before our eyes start wondering over his sexy body – we are brought back to reality by those statement shoes. Thank goodness for the shoes! 

_MG_2407The Binnelanders actress, Amalia Uys, displays where function and style meet in the California Collection. Here, she is wearing the must-have chic Sloan pants with a pattern and depending on her top, these pants are able to take her from day to night. I love the monochromatic trend and Amalia, with her gorgeous red bangs, makes this look so classy.


The new flagship store in Sandton City will showcase new and additional season trends, and concepts – the first store in Gauteng to offer the full Banana Republic shopping experience under one roof. The new store will offer modern apparel, footwear, and accessories including handbags, scarves and belts. 

As previously stated the Spring 2014 campaign portrays true relationships, true style, and true emotions, illustrating life’s most precious and authentic moments shared between loved ones. Watch the Spring 2014 campaign advertisement, as you can see, real-life couples and families wearing their favourite brand.


Here’s what the Elite TV girls wore to the event;
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Social butterfly, Candy Harris, wore a loosely knitted jersey in peach from Witchery, plain black TOPSHOP leggings and matched that with some Steve Madden nude heels to complete the look. The stunning, Sheena D, wore an olive green, sweetheart shaped cocktail dress from YDE and added a black heel from Sissy Boy. I wore a sexy, yet sophisticated V Mesh peplum top from YDE and added some street style in the form of my TOPSHOP leather leggings. To add some flavor to my monochromatic look I wore TOPSHOP beige ankle boots.


 

 Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk


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And the New Face of TOPSHOP is…

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The talk of the fashion world is the introduction of TOPSHOP‘s new Autumn/Winter 2014 campaign girl. Drum roll please. Introducing the iconic British supermodel, Cara Delevingne. At the mere age of 21, Cara has modeled for the likes of Chanel, Dolce & Gabbana and Burberry just to name a few – and now campaign girl for TOPSHOP! So casual. When you think of TOPSHOP you think trendy, you think cutting edge – this is exactly what the controversial model brings to the catwalk.

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TOPSHOP is renowned for staying ahead of trends every season. It exemplifies affordable style, while its brave and irreverent approach has captivated the fashion-conscious shopper the world over.  Previous TOPSHOP campaigns have featured Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, Lily Donaldson, Rosie Tapner and Eliza Cummings but this Autumn/Winter campaign holds a slight difference. It is the first time a TOPSHOP campaign will feature a single girl as Cara, single-handedly, dominates each image.

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 The Autumn/Winter 2014 collection speaks to the diverse and experimental style of a TOPSHOP girl as hero pieces with go-anywhere appeal take centre stage. The biker jacket, the Jamie jean, the Martha parka, Cara effortlessly personifies London style and brings it straight to South African shores.  

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Evening wear is re-worked as modern fabrications and astute tailoring play with the concepts of smart/casual dressing and urban sophistication; the statement sequin and feather cocktail dress worn by Cara epitomizes this look.

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According to TOPSHOP’s creative director, Kate Phelan;

“Cara is a true TOPSHOP girl. Her style is confident and playful and she can be sophisticated and chic as easily as she can be cool and casual. Putting her spin on everything she makes the TOPSHOP collection her own. Her uninhibited natural energy is intoxicating, she is free spirited and fun.”

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Keep a look out for the new collection as it launches in TOPSHOP SA stores from September 2014. In the meantime, check out the behind-the-scenes of the TOPSHOP shoot produced by Leigh Johnson.

The campaign images were shot in London by renowned photographer Alasdair McLellan and styled by TOPSHOP Creative Director Kate Phelan.


Cara’s personality is contagious – from modeling with elegance to pulling the ugliest faces – she makes the stereotypical “dumb model” a myth. Watch her famed ‘Harlem Shake’ video which took place backstage at TOPSHOP UNIQUE AW13.


 Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk

You Spec Winners Looking Spectacular

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I simply cannot for the life of me remember when last I purchased a You Magazine? Oh yes, I remember I didn’t. My mother did. So back in the day I used to flip through it’s pages only stopping at the jokes page and of course, right at the end – The Celebs. What were they wearing? Which event were they at? Who were they seen with? Ahhh… The Scandal!

If that’s one thing I love about the You Mag is that they like to keep the local lekker! So, if you’re looking for some recent gossip on your favourite Mzanzi celeb then the You Magazine is the way to go.  Now, it’s only right that your best SA celeb mag holds an awards evening for the best celebs, and what makes this ceremony even better is that the winners are voted by – You! The You Spectacular Awards 2014 was held at the exquisite Emperor’s Palace earlier in June. Lets get right into the fashion and discuss some of the night’s winners and losers.

???????????????????????????Janez Vermeiren obviously won the sexiest man award. However, for me, this textured skinny tie and simple tailored suit just did not do it. This isn’t deserving of a sexiest man award, is it? This is not the Janez I remember!? Ahhhh yes… That’s much better!996105_10152717413319657_91089709_nJanez should have come to the awards exactly like this. Then he would be most deserving of his award. Just look at those abs… and calves!

Focus LJ – FASHION. Right… Where were we?timthumbOut of all the sexy men at this awards ceremony, my eyes simply could not leave the sight of Jeannie D. She definitely took spectacular to a whole new level in this black almost transparent, long sleeved, floor length gown. Sophisticatedly sexy. This is obviously why she won the award for being the sexiest woman.

???????????????????????????Simba Mhere won  Favourite TV Presenter. So he’s good at presenting, but is he good at styling? I’ll give it to him, this colour compliments his skin tone but I can’t help but wonder whether he was attacked by the baby blue Powerpuff girl just before the show? Hmm?

24GCNENTERTAINMENT_526486754Introducing the new kids on the block: Rubber Duc. Now these boys didn’t win anything but I just had to comment on, not only their fresh music but their sleek style. This look is the epitome of their new single’s lyrics,

“Ain’t nobody got time for that.”

It’s simple but sexy. I love their matching suits enhanced by the velvet detail and just to add some gangsta quality to it – snap back flat caps with their name on it. In case anyone forgot. Keep your eyes on these boys…


So here’s what I wore to the You Spectacular. A coral sequined sweetheart dress designed by the Mercedes Benz Cape Town Fashion Week award winner, Wendy, from The Girls Bridal. And just incase the sequin wasn’t enough glam, I added some sparkle with dangling diamante ear rings.

The trend for hair this season are braids and the old Hollywood curl – so I decided to mix it up and do both. Thank you so much to Walter Wurth, Glenda Magagane and Hannes Greyling from Follicle Hair Salon for making my hair, nails and make-up look absolutely fabulous. I definitely recommend Follicle Hair Salon for those who want to have a complete hair, nail and makeup  makeover by professionals! Pampered in style.

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 Keep it Fashion Fab.

LJ 

Want to know more about Lauren Jenae? Check out her website here.

Follow LJ on twitter @laurenjenaevk and instagram @laurenjenaevk

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