Cheek2chic Issue 4 July 2014

WINTER WONDER

ZOJA MIHIC SCULPTURE FAIR POLO SEASON

July 2014

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Editor’s letter

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inter has held the Highveld in its icy grip for the past few months but the blond grass and blue skies of Johannesburg have their own special kind of charm.

In this issue South Africa’s most prestigious fashion stylist, Robert Bell, has put together a wonderful “Snow Queen” style fashion shoot for Cheek2Chic, showcasing some of the international labels from Catheryne Gaeyla’s Hyde Park showroom within the frosty beauty of a lovely garden.

Speaking of frosty beauty, the Princess Grace movie made its debut on the world’s stage at Cannes this year. Five of Princess Grace’s famous Cartier pieces were recreated in the maison’s workshops and Cheek2Chic goes behind the scenes to show them being created, as well as scenes from the movie.

South African art and design is becoming a major player on the world stage and the Winter Sculpture Fair, now in its second year, was a great hit at the Nirox Foundation in the Cradle of Mankind.

The style icon for this “winter issue” is jewellery designer Zoja Mihic, who has established herself in New York with her evocative range of jewellery, but pays regular visits to her hometown.

All this wonderful winter sunshine ushers in the polo season in South Africa and seasoned polo player Catherine Hartley

gives the lowdown on the local polo scene, from our gorgeous venues to who to watch out for on the local and international circuits.

Veuve Clicquot is one of the top sponsors of polo worldwide and has been involved in South African polo events over recent years. A dedicated champagista will love this issue’s gift of a gorgeous Veuve clutch and limited edition!

Watch lovers can get their swagger on with Swiss watch Roger Dubuis (below: an artist’s impression of the Historical Hommage) and Mont Blanc, which celebrated 90 years of the Meisterstück heritage with some memorable red carpet moments.

It’s not just Professor Tim Noakes who likes fat girls to become slim; Wendy Luhabe and Rosheen Kriegler’s stylish spa, Fat Girl Slim, has become the place to pop into in Parkhurst for a hot stone pedi to warm up those chilly tootsies!

And on the social side, Cheek2Chic whisks you off to Cannes and the Durban July with Moët et Chandon!

Sarah Cangley Cheek2Chic Editor

Cover picture by: Waldo Pretorius - Hunter Management

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AMAZING GRACE

Nicole Kidman plays the role of Princess Grace

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he legendary Cartier boutique at 13 rue de la Paix in Paris provided the backdrop for the final scene of Grace of Monaco in which a pink-hatted Princess Grace – played by Nicole Kidman – sparkles in Cartier jewellery.

The much anticipated film by French director Olivier Dahan opened the Festival de Cannes in May this year and featured some of Princess Grace’s most famous Cartier pieces.

Cartier created the 10.47-carat emerald-cut diamond engagement ring which Prince Rainier gave her in 1956. For her wedding she received numerous gifts of Cartier jewellery, such as a diamond and ruby tiara and a necklace composed of three strands of diamonds. Faithful reproductions of five of these royal jewellery pieces were produced in the ateliers of the Maison, with the consent of the Sovereign House of Monaco.

In addition, Cartier lent the production team contemporary high jewellery pieces worn by Nicole Kidman, as well as a spectacular emerald necklace seen on Spanish actress Paz Vega, who plays Maria Callas.

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spectacular emerald necklace seen on

Spanish actress Paz Vega, who plays Maria Callas.

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Nicole Kidman and Tim Roth

Chicken brooch Cartier Paris, 1957

Poodle pin brooch Cartier Paris, 1958

Reproduction of the Engagement Ring Gérard Uféras © Cartier

Images by: © Cartier Reproduction of the 1953 three strands diamond necklace Gérard Uféras © Cartier

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erbian South African born jewellery designer Zoja Mihic has always exuded an unmistakable chic, and her quirky indie designer brand has evolved into a sophisticated line which turns heads anywhere in the world.

It comes as no surprise that this citizen of the world has achieved considerable international success, being granted a green card into the States based on her exceptional ability.

Like many successful young South Africans she straddles several continents, with one foot in the city where she was born and raised by her Serbian-born parents, and the other in New York, which she has made her new home after living in Paris.

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Cheek2Chic catches up with her at the stylish coffee shop of Luminance store (which carries her prima line crafted exclusively for the shop).

The back area has been converted into a pop-up shop showcasing Zoja’s latest collection.

It is easy to spot a Zoja jewellery piece – it’s not only the motifs (flowers, shells, snakes and various insects), and a richly-hued kaleidoscope of rough cut glowing semi-precious stones used but there is an intriguing blend of delicacy and substance to each one.

They recall the craftsmanship of ancient Rome or Phoenicia, with an entirely modern twist.

Zoja admits to being influenced by classical and vintage jewellery, using fine filigree, gold leaf and a rough burnish which she prefers to a more fine finish in her cuffs, rings, and earrings.

She has a love affair with serpentine shapes, revealed in the twisted snake earrings set with tiny starry amethysts.

So how did she break through into the international jewellery industry?

With an MBA in international luxury brands management from Essec Business School under her belt she did an internship at Chanel headquarters in Paris and then took time out to explore her business strategy.

She presented and submitted samples to Tranoï, which deals with small and bespoke upcoming brands for Paris Fashion Week.

At the time she did not have a collection and it took three months to create a full collection, which was self-funded.

At her first fashion show she got her first order from Merci, which gave her encouragement.

“Everyone goes to Paris and you get the eye of buyers from around the world,” she says. “They look for whatever is interesting, innovative, marketable and beautiful.”

Paris, being her favourite city, was like “soul food” to Zoja and opened her mind to so much in the time she was there.

After four years she began to get a lot more interest from American buyers, clients and agents who curated brands and the doors to New York opened.

“New York is about work, ambition, opportunity and exposure,” she says. “So I moved there for business. It was now or never.”

The fluctuations of life’s highs and lows are extraordinary in the city which never sleeps. “It is extreme on a daily basis all the time!”

Finding an apartment in New York was one of her biggest adjustments but she finally found a spot in Chelsea. Zoja claims this is due to having “an apartment and parking fairy” in all the cities in which she has lived.

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Pictures supplied by: Zoja Jewels

“What could be better for a little gypsy like me?” she laughs.

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She does not have a store in Chelsea but sells her lines to stores which place orders with her and is working on an online presence, redoing her whole website www.zojajewels.com Currently Zoja presents her line twice a year during New York and Paris fashion weeks. And she is in the process of sampling for Spring/Summer 2015, looking at the next evolution of her collections.

She will incorporate “an element of well being through the narrative told by her jewellery”.

To this end she is going on a treasure hunt via India, the mecca for this type of project which places emphasis on “one of a kind”.

And future plans?

She is planning a capsule collection using 18-carat gold, which will be her first foray into the fine jewellery world.

“The trend is for unusual places for jewellery, like four-finger rings, and adorning the body in different ways. I am also always playing with colour and beautiful gemstones which remain authentic to the signature of my line.”

She has a love affair with serpentine

Besides doing a series of successful trunk shows within South Africa “which is a nice way to expose the entirety of the line”, Zoja is currently working on a project for the One&Only group, which dovetails with an holistic approach to her work.

earrings set with tiny starry amethysts.

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PROVOCATIVE DESIGN SET

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ith a place in the Temporis Hall of Fame, Mr Roger Dubuis is the only living master watchmaker whose original watch and jewellery brand still bears his name Roger Dubuis.

The Roger Dubuis brand name was first founded by Carlos Dias and Roger Dubuis in 1980 after Mr Roger Dubuis had worked many years at top brands like Longines and Patek Philippe.

In August 2008 the Richemont Group acquired the major shareholding interest in the company and took it to new heights.

With a foundation in the staunch traditions and technical excellence of fine Swiss watchmaking the brand produces some of the most provocative and seductive designs in the horological

world.

Today, although its founder is retired from the manufacture that carries his name, Roger Dubuis produces collections like the Excalibur which was inspired by the Knights of the Round Table.

Roger Dubuis is the only manufacture in which all the parts are Geneva Seal certified, and has developed over 30 completely original in-house movements.

The Hommage Double Flying Tourbillon with Hand-made Guilloché, which was unveiled as one of 2014’s new models, has been awarded with the “Temporis Watch of the Year 2014” and the new Roger Dubuis Velvet Collection is a masterpiece of haute joaillerie.

With its bold sense of style and swagger this is a brand is sure to appeal to South Africa’s up and coming “black diamonds”.

VIDEO FEATURE

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Pictures from: www.rogerdubuis.com

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Pictures by: Mike Turner

LPTURE FAIR The country’s finest cuisine,

wine and sculpture in a beautiful outdoor setting

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he second Winter Sculpture Fair, presented by Mastercard, returned to the NIROX Sculpture Park, near the Cradle of Humankind where a selection of South Africa’s best contemporary sculpture and Franschhoek’s finest food and wine were showcased.

Last year’s event was a resounding success and this year’s Fair offered visitors exquisite food and fine wine produced by 38 of Franschhoek’s most popular restaurants, producers and wineries. Restaurants such as Bread & Wine Vineyard Restaurant, The French Connection and The Kitchen at Holden Manz sold freshly prepared, deluxe lunches, and wineries including Haute Cabriere, Môreson, Leopard’s Leap, Vrede en Lust and La Motte, among others, offered wine and bubbly by the bottle or glass. A selection of Franschhoek cheeses, charcuterie, and chocolates were available to purchase.

“We are really excited to bring back this priceless experience to Gauteng’s food, wine and art lovers,” said Philip Panaino, of MasterCard South Africa. “This unique event will once again give visitors the opportunity to enjoy some of the country’s finest cuisine, wine and sculpture in a beautiful outdoor setting that is usually not open to the public.”

Situated in a 15-hectare private nature reserve, the highly-acclaimed NIROX Sculpture Park is home to the ‘NIROX SCULPTURE | WINTER 14’ exhibition curated by Mary-Jane Darroll, and showcased nearly 100 sculptures by more than 50 artists. Visitors meandered through the park in mellow late autumn weather to view the artworks, before picnicking in the countryside with family and friends.

“Local artists, recognised as worldwide leaders in contemporary sculpture such as Marco Cianfanelli and Angus Taylor will once again feature their sculptures, and we’re particularly glad to welcome artists who are returning to South Africa after spending time abroad, including Johan Thom, Aliza Levi and Sean Blem,” said Ross Douglas, director of Artlogic, the Fair organiser.

At the launch of the inaugural Winter Sculpture Fair last year, MasterCard provided funding to the NIROX Foundation to commission a sculpture by a local artist. This piece, Frank van Reenen’s The Giant, was on display for the first time at the 2014 Fair.

“Through commissions such as this, we support local sculpture talent, and the advancement of South Africa’s reputation in the global contemporary arts arena,” said Panaino.

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Visitors meandered through the park in

mellow late autumn weather to view the

artworks, picnicking in the countryside with family and friends.

Pictures by: Mike Turner

Last year’s event was a resounding success and this year offered visitors exquisite food and fine wine from Franschhoek ’s most popular restaurants, producers and wineries.

Pictures by: Mike Turner

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“Through commissions such as this, we support local sculpture talent, and the advancement of South Africa’s reputation in the global contemporary arts arena.”

Panaino.

Pictures by: Mike Turner

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Stylist Robert Bell celebrated winter with a fabulous fashion shoot in the gardens of Catheryne Gaeyla’s showrooms, showcasing her international labels

Yellow and Black Printed Blouse - R17000.00 Pochette-Silver Bag - R21000.00 Both By Roberto Cavalli Black Mock Leather Jeans - R9800.00 By Ermanno Scervino Jewelled Satin Ballet Pump Shoes - R 11200.00 By Dolce & Gabbana Vaudou Neckpiece - R9000.00 By Appartement a Louer

Fashion Stylist ( Editor) - Robert Bell - Bird On A Wire | Picture by: Waldo Pretorius - Hunter Management

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Yellow and Gold Blouse - R8600.00; Black and Gold Floral Pants - R12300.00 Both By Paul & Joe

Fashion Stylist ( Editor) - Robert Bell - Bird On A Wire | Picture by: Waldo Pretorius - Hunter Management

Coat - R17500.00 ; Black and Red Floral Dress - R32000.00; Miss Sicily Red Bag - R31600.00 All By Dolce & Gabbana

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Lace and Floral Dress - R29600.00 ; Patent and Leopard Print Pump Shoes - R10900.00; Bag - R27600.00 All By Dolce & Gabbana

Fashion Stylist ( Editor) - Robert Bell - Bird On A Wire | Picture by: Waldo Pretorius - Hunter Management

Blue and Gold Flower Dress - R13700.00 ; Leopard Print Belt - R8300.00. Both By Kenzo Gold and Crystal Dragon Necklace - R8800.00 By Appartement a Louer

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Dress - R18600.00; Bag - R27000.00; Shoes - R7600.00 All By Roberto Cavalli Warrior Neckpiece R6800.00 and Gold Vilaine Ring R1900.00 Both By Appartement a Louer

Make-Up and Hair Stylist - LaReine Mulder - Hunter Management Model - Sasha From Boss Models Johannesburg

Fashion Stylist ( Editor) - Robert Bell - Bird On A Wire | Picture by: Waldo Pretorius - Hunter Management

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Pictures by: Shane Dyle and Blane Venter

atherine Hartley, owner of Imagine Racing and keen polo player, talks to Cheek2Chic about the current South African polo scene

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HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE THE CURRENT LEVEL OF INVOLVEMENT AND INTEREST IN POLO IN SOUTH AFRICA? ARE WE STILL QUITE MINOR IN GLOBAL TERMS? In terms of numbers, SA is still quite minor. The sport is definitely niche and, I think, perceived as difficult to play and difficult to get into. The current number of players registered with the South African Polo Association is around 500 but we do have a very active tournament schedule and do compete against a number of international teams both here and abroad.

We have a fairly steady (although still small) export market of South African bred and trained horses to England, Zambia, Kenya and Zimbabwe, most of which are thoroughbred exracehorses.

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WHO ARE THE SA PLAYERS, IF ANY, WHO ARE MAKING IT ON THE GLOBAL POLO SCENE?

Of our top ranked players currently making regular news, Ignatius and Jean du Plessis, Chris Mackenzie and Tom de Bruin are regulars in the UK and also Europe, Malaysia and Argentina. Sugar (Stuart) Erskine has been a top ranked player in the US for many years now, having followed on a number of older players who made their livelihoods and subsequent lives in America. Up and coming players include Dirk van Reenen and Cody Ellis, who is currently in the USA.

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I KNOW THAT YOUR COMPANY IMAGINE RACING IS VERY INVOLVED IN HORSE RACING IN SOUTH AFRICA, WITH YOUR WINNING WOMEN RACING INITIATIVE, BUT HOW MUCH INVOLVEMENT DO YOU HAVE IN POLO (BESIDES YOUR HUSBAND BEING A POLO PLAYER)?

still a popular destination over the Christmas and Easter holiday season. Players still make the pilgrimage to play there and there are a number of players permanently based there.

The newly revamped Inanda Club is a lovely venue and will prove a drawcard for sponsors and spectators due to its central location in Sandton.

Val de Vie near Paarl is very popular and attracts newer players due to its proximity to Cape Town and since it is beautifully set out, it is also popular with sponsors and spectators.

Karkloof Polo Club outside Howick and Underberg Polo Club are both beautiful country venues with the capacity to host bigger tournaments as they have multiple fields. Both settings are very pretty and make for a superb weekend away.

Crocodile Creek is very much a country venue within the greater Joburg area and provides an easily accessible alternative to Inanda.

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ARE THERE INTERESTING POLO DEVELOPMENT CLINICS DISCOVERING AND NURTURING FRESH TALENT?

There are a number of polo schools across the country which can essentially teach a person to play from scratch but some riding ability does help. Players who come from another riding discipline are much more likely to succeed at the sport.

As a beginner, there are options to lease horses, and also the modern game has been tailored to accommodate “economics”, so four chukka polo is more the norm at the junior level and one can get by with just two horses. There are regular junior clinics held annually and supported by the SAPA.

I am from a polo-playing family heralding from KZN and have played myself fairly competitively for the past 12 or so years, Women’s polo is one of the biggest growing sectors of polo worldwide and we have a growing interest here too. As in most competitive equestrian sports, men and women can compete at the same level, as riding ability and horse-power should be equal dependant on skill. Obviously where the differences come in, is just pure strength relating to stick and ball control and hitting distance.

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A FEW YEARS AGO, PEOPLE LIKE LEO BAXTER WERE GREAT PATRONS OF THE SPORT. BUT NOW HE HAS SOLD WATERFALL ESTATE AND SEEMS TO BE OFF THE POLO SCENE. WHO ARE THE MAIN PATRONS OF THE SPORT TODAY? Sadly many of the patrons of the early 2000s have fallen by the wayside for various reasons and although Kurland is still a popular venue, the big-level sponsorship is no longer what it was. To this end Clifford Elphick is still the key patron at Kurland and Waterfall, but he no longer has much time to play himself.

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WHERE ARE THE MAIN POLO VENUES IN SOUTH AFRICA? IS KURLAND STILL A MAJOR PLAYER? TELL ME ABOUT CROCODILE CREEK POLO GROUND? IT IS ONE OF THE SMALLER VENUES IN GAUTENG BUT HAS A BIRD’S EYE VIEW OF PLANES TAKING OFF FROM LANSERIA, WHICH MAKES IT QUITE PICTURESQUE. Kurland still has the same number of fields as before and is

DO YOU SEE MORE INVOLVEMENT IN THE SPORT FROM SOUTH AFRICANS FROM EVERY BACKGROUND, LIKE IN KENYA WHERE POLO IS VERY DEMOCRATIC? There is a growing interest in all things equestrian from racing to show-jumping and polo but again without a riding background, it does seem difficult to master. We need to work harder to encourage and nurture this interest from within SA citizens.

POLO IS REALLY ONLY TAKING OFF NOW IN SA, AND IS SEEN BY MANY AS A SOCIAL RATHER THAN A SPORTING EVENT. OBVIOUSLY EDUCATION AND EXPOSURE IS REQUIRED. HOW DO YOU PROMOTE THE SPORT IN SOUTH AFRICA? I think the majority of people see polo as an event to attend, rather than as a sport to participate in. In terms of promotion of it as a sport, we tend to focus on the big events from a social aspect rather than getting new people interested. Inanda Polo School is making some inroads here. In the UK, they often host corporate “team-building” days, etc, around polo, which is something that is a great way to introduce new people to the game.

We also should be working on the pony clubs and schools to attract younger riders and potential riders to the sport. As mentioned before, getting a rider to play polo has them one step ahead already, as they are not worrying about staying on the horse.

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IS THERE SPONSORSHIP FOR THE SPORT IN SOUTH AFRICA? THE BMW POLO HAS BEEN GOING STRONG FOR QUITE A FEW YEARS NOW AND VAL DE VIE SEEMS TO BE MAKING A GO OF IT WITH SPONSORSHIPS FROM VEUVE CLICQUOT AND BLACKBERRY.

Pictures by: Shane Dyle and Blane Venter

and will be held on September 7 and 14 at Shongweni and Waterfall respectively.

With much of our SA polo being played in more country venues, the exposure is not always as big as a sponsor would like! However, local businesses which support the farming districts do often sponsor these smaller tournaments.

The opportunities for appropriate lifestyle brands to link with polo tournaments are many, either as title sponsor or part sponsor, or simply to host clients at the event. In terms of sponsors and linked brands, Europe and Argentina are great benchmarks and here in SA, we need to work towards a similar level of involvement. Polo as a lifestyle has so many angles to showcase and offers so many opportunities for networking.

The BMW Sponsorship is the longest standing sport sponsorship in SA and has become well known and well regarded by both the polo community and public alike. This year’s International is against a 22-goal team from the USA

Winston Churchill once said: “A polo handicap is your passport to the world.” From the many places we have travelled, to people that we have met through polo, I could not agree more.

A very rewarding aspect of our polo is taking horses off the track and schooling them to play. It ensures that retiring racehorses have a second career and to this end Imagine Racing has launched Beyond Racing which is an initiative to promote and re-position the thoroughbred as a successful sport horse.

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Veuve Clicquot Clutch The fashionable Veuve Clicquot Clutch is the latest addition to the ‘Clicquot Mail’ Collection designed by Paris based design collective 5.5 designstudio.

With brown piping, a brown wristlet, and a clear window for easy personalisation, the look is sporty and, as always, “So Clicquot”.

Otherwise flat, with the raised contours of a 75cl bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, the Clicquot Clutch opens up to reveal an isothermic nest capable of keeping a bottle cold for up to one hour.

Available from leading liquor merchants nationwide from: R579.99

One lucky reader have this beautiful gift in their champagne collection by answering the following question: Which Paris based deisgn collective designed the new Veuve Clicquot clutch?

Please email your answer to scangley43@gmail.com.

Only South African residents can enter.

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espite the lacklustre rand South Africa produces an enormous sense of optimism and huge growth trajectory for entrepreneurship among its business community.

South African business success stories abound, and Forbes has listed companies such as Nando’s and Famous Brands, which have both dominated the fast food world, among its top African companies.

Following the footsteps of giants such as Anglo American and De Beers Investec has become so successful in the UK that it sponsors the Epsom Derby.

Scottish born Ian Moir , the CEO of South African retail giantWoolworths, must be smiling after Woolworths Holdings finally saw its $2billiondollar takeover of David Jones approved.

This was following the sanctioning of the deal by Australia’s Federal Court, amid an overwhelming shareholder vote.

David Jones (affectionately known as DJs) was a name spoken in hushed tones by many a South African visitor to Australia back in the 1990s, with its wealth of luxury goods, the glorious foodhall which offered a cornucopia of culinary goodies rivaling anything to be found in Harrods, and top-notch service.

The distinctive black and white DJs patterned packet symbolised the ultimate in leisure and lifestyle, and the flagship Melbourne store which spanned the two sides of Bourke Street, offered everything from cosmetics to women and men’s clothing and upmarket household furnishings, china and crockery.

However the economic downturn of 2008 hit David Jones hard.

The enormous capital investment to acquire this upmarket Australian department store together with Australian brands Country Road, Trenery and Mimco, takes Woolworths (known as “Woolies”) from one of South Africa’s largest retailers to a major southern hemisphere player.

So what plans does “Woolies” have for the store which Welsh-born David Jones opened on the corner of George and Barrack streets in Sydney in 1838, intending to sell “the best and most exclusive goods”.

After years of studying David Jones and the retail scene in Australia Moir has stated that Woolworths’s ambitious target is “to lift David Jones’ bottom line by $130 million a year within five years”.

Picture supplied by: Woolworths

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Picture supplied by: Woolworths

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No doubt the excellent business principles which Woolworth Holdings has applied within its home country, its old fashioned service and a sense of the market, as well as quality private label brands will produce further success.

Moir declared to the Sydney Herald earlier this year: ‘’The department store isn’t dead, mediocrity is dead, poor retailing is dead. What we want to do is create the best department store in the southern hemisphere.’’

David Jones (affectionately known as DJs) was a name spoken in hushed tones by many a South African visitor to Australia back in the 1990s, with its wealth of luxury goods, the glorious foodhall which offered a cornucopia of culinary goodies rivaling anything to be found in Harrods, and top-notch service.

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HOT STONE PEDIS FOR WINTER FEET

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at Girl Slim salon is owned by two of South Africa’s most successful woman entrepreneurs: Rosheen Kriegler and Wendy Luhabe.

The two women decided to combine their love for wellness with their business acumen and opened up Fat Girl Slim in the vibrant heart of Parkhurst in January 2013.

Fat Girl Slim is one of only five exclusive Clarins salons in the Johannesburg area (Rosheen’s mother bought Clarins to South Africa many years ago, so there is a special family connection) .

Visitors to the salon are entranced by its intimate size and the range of services, which include Fat Girl Slim’s famous hot stone mani/pedis with paraffin wax, fabulous Clarins facial treatments to soften lines, refine and detox skin ,waxing, body massages and slimming treatments using laser lipolysis to target stubborn fat and cellulite.

All treatments are performed by a team of skilled, fully-trained therapists and gentlemen are always welcome.

Fat Girl Slim offers exceptional treatments and techniques, aimed at giving the best in relaxation and wellness therapy.

To learn more about treatments and prices visit http://www.fatgirlslimsalon.com

CLARINS BEAUTY OFFER at Fat Girl Slim Salon

Buy two or more Clarins products from Fat Girl Slim until 31 July and get 50 % off your next Clarins Hot Stone Mani or Pedi.

011 4 47 6 9 22 o r w w w. f a t g i r s l i m s a l o n . c o m f o r m o r e i n f o .

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MoĂŤt et Chandon did things in style at the Vodacom Durban July this year .... their marquee was a symphony of red, black and metallics, with the odd splash of yellow.

This stylish addition to the tented area attracted champagne connoisseurs, fashionistas and the very, very stylish.

The champers flowed all day into the night when the fashion took over.

Pictures supplied by: Moet

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The Festival de Cannes 2014 was a whirlwind of magnificent red carpet fashion, glittering movie premieres, press conferences with stars and gorgeous parties.

Mont Blanc this year globally celebrated 90 Years of the Spirit of Meisterst端ck and had some memorable red carpet moments at Cannes 1. Philippe Lacheau 2. Nadja Auermann 3. Sarah Marshall 4. Alexandre Lutz 5. Channing Tatum Pictures by: Image.net

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