Driving home after casting hundreds of sugar indused kids, I am glad it’s Friday. I had a little chuckle on the way home in the traffic though. ladies should not wear shapeless tracksuit pants unless to the gym or around the house and men should not wear alice bands. Ok my two cents on Friday afternoon style.

Here is a style I do like. And we know I love handags.

I think these bags from Wren are great. Local S.A. Designer Wendren says “‘Local is lekker’ is an important aspect to the Wren label. Wherever possible Wren tries to promote the local design community and industry of South Africa. For example, the famous and traditional South African indigo and resist dyed fabric known as Shweshwe or Ujamani fabric is used as the base fabric for some bags.” That’s great! I like! See her shop for more designs!

Happy Friday!

Maybe it’s the Spring air, but I am loving yellow today. I finished my Home Office shoot and now I am onto the next job I will post all the behind the scenes pics when the shoot it out. But I can’t help missing this super bright Resol Frida armchair available from Id Solutions.

I just love my beautiful new Charles and Keith shoes I bought at their store in Changi Airport, Singapore. See more shoes like these below on their website.

What a great week of blogging it’s been. Reporting for Bloesem and now guest blogging for Ofifteen.  I really have enjoyed it and it’s very exciting to see your name on another blog. Thanks to everyone for their support!

Visiting Blogger: Kim Gray

1.) Kim Gray: - ABOUT

After being an intern at Marie Claire Magazine for +- 1 1/2 years, I went on my own and began freelancing for advertising agencies and magazines and have been on my own now for 4 1/2 years. I love styling as every day is different, whether styling fashion campaigns or running after kids to styling decor shots, each day holds a different scene.

Here are some decor images I have styled..

Read more at Ofifteen.

Our prized TV Cabinet we found on the side of the road at a second hand shop. After driving around all Sunday afternoon it sprang out to us like a puppy from the SPCA. It had to be saved and loved!

A good scrub and a splash of green paint later.

Baskets make great draws and hide Cd cases and magazines.

I just love these images by the super talented Rebecca Thuss, an award winning photo-stylist, a creative director, wedding designer and crafter. Now that is a list of talents!

See her portfolio for more.

Sourcing for my Home Office shoot I stumbled upon Klooftique, a store I haven’t been to in ages. They have the most beautiful leather items. Wow!

You can find more beautiful items on their website or visit their store at 87 Kloof Street, Cape Town.

Pink roses, Roland Bello, crocheted flowers, Babazeka, Birdie Pillow, Skinny La Minx, Floral and tin centre piece, Martha Stewart.

Happy spring day! Blossoms are meant to be all over your shoes,bags and blouses this summer. So get inspired this spring with petal prints and frilly frocks. If it’s all just a little too frilly and flowery for you, ad some subtle hints like this brooch.

I love this fashion conscience website. Get your dose of fashion, celeb news and designer sales with a conscience. I loved this Sequined Kimono Dress.

Look out for this sign meaning, Organic. For items made from organic materials; which are free from non-natural pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, and fertilisers.

I am sure you have realized by now I am an avid fan of Babazeka. They have just taken part in their first Sanlam S.A. Fashion Week, read what Sarah has to say here. I am rather disappointed for Babazeka and it sounds like many of the stores where not too impressed with the organization and attendance. People wafting through to be “seen” and and to rub shoulders with the “Whose who”. Pretty sad really! Fashion and design should be taken with a pinch of salt I think. Wear what you like, appreciate good quality and craftsmanship and who cares what the fashion editor next to you is wearing. You aren’t her and she isn’t you, and that what’s makes life great.

Anyway, Welldone Babazeka on what looks like a great stand! We’ll be watching out for you at the next Design Indaba !

This one might be more for the boys, or I guess any gadget guru, but I love this sexy little silver clock. Working from home (a flat) it’s nice to know what the weather is doing outside. Unless it’s raining or completely cloudless I guess the temperature before leaving the 15th floor. (Often with a layer too little or too heavy) So I like this little gadget! You can find more gadgets like these on www.oregonscientific.co.za

1. BA169 Weather Hub

Mount it on the wall, stick on fridge or stand it on your table. With three different placing methods, the Oregon Scientific weather hub adds style to any corner of the home or office environment. It provides useful information, including current time, indoor temperature and weather forecast. With its fashionable design and circular shape, it shows you the weather in style and its affordable price makes it an ideal gift item.

Features:

¨ Weather forecast with animated icons include sunny, partly cloudy and cloudy, rainy

¨ Daily alarm clock and indoor temperature display with °C or °F display format

¨ Included magnet, wall mount or table stand design

¨ 2-min daily beeping alarm

¨ Low battery indicator

¨ Three LR44 Batteries included

Price: R398 Inc VAT

Available from Pertec, distributors of Oregon Scientific in SA on (011) 805 1996, (021) 508 4700 or (031) 201 3774 or visit www.oregonscientific.co.za

2. RRM326P Dual band projection clock with FM radio

With a clear LCD display, the accurate time and date is visibly and stylishly shown on this clock. The projection function lets you avoid fumbling at mid-night in order to look at the time. Also, the projected image can be shown at different angles, up to 180 degree. Rotate the projection arm and choose an angle that suits you most. In addition, the clock is packed with features such as the built-in FM radio and 120-minute timer function. All these functions make accessing time and date information easier and more enjoyable.

Features:

¨ RF clock and calendar

¨ Built-in FM radio antenna

¨ 120-minute sleep timer function for FM radio

¨ Daily 2-minute crescendo alarm (radio or beep alarm)

¨ Backlight

¨ Swivel projector which can project time and alarm status image

¨ Uses 2 x UM-3 / AA 1.5V batteries or 4.5V AC adaptor for continuous projection

¨ Desktop stand for secure positioning

Price: R698 Inc VAT

Available from Pertec, distributors of Oregon Scientific in SA on (011) 805 1996, (021) 508 4700 or (031) 201 3774 or visit www.oregonscientific.co.za

Take a look at this lovely new online gifting shop. They stock homeware from oriental style tea pots to beautiful delft blue pottery bowls and table runners to glassware. See www.homeandgiftware.co.za

Part two of our Marie Antoinette inspired day of fun.

Photographs: Emielke, food styling Brita du Plessis, Make up Nicole Raab, styling Kim Gray