Written by: Adrienne BrookbanksSouth Africa’s history of colonial conquest and dispossession of indigenous people has lead to decades of mistreatment of local farms. In 2003, the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) released a report that highlighted the appalling conditions (which include
After six years with Armani Exchange, Argentinean designer Lucio Castro is now starting his own line. Unlike his former employer, however, Castro’s eponymous menswear label has a brazen emphasis on sustainable fabrics and artisanal techniques. His Spring/Summer 2012 collection, named “Nature is a la
1500 seagulls, 300 dragonflies, 50 fish and 750 water lilies have taken a home at the V&A Waterfront until September 5th. They’re all part of an exciting and beautiful art installation to celebrate the launch of new Skip liquid detergent.Last night I attended the launch of the new skip liquid at
Following the success of the legendary White Musk, The Body Shop has released a new fragrance, White Must Libertine.The scent is feminine, sensual and playful, yet instinctively rebellious and embodies distinct notes of Chantilly cream, Sherry Baby Orchids and Turkish delight.What we love: White Mus
A 96 page report called “Ripe with Abuse: Human Rights Conditions in South Africa’s Fruit and Wine Industries” was released yesterday by the Human Rights Watch. The report exposes the poor living and working conditions of farm worker and other farm dwellers in South Africa.“I recognise many of the h
Written by: Giulia Simolo Eco-friendly gifts really do keep on giving. Spoil your best mate on her kitchen tea with some gorgeous gifts that are not only fun but also good for the planet and her health. Here are some great ideas she’ll love and enjoy with her partner. Made for memories With your f
On Friday I was among a team of journos, lucky enough to meet Yvo De Boer, who is now KPMG’s top international sustainability and climate change expert (formerly the Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP) who was a central figure at the COP15). De Boer
Written by: Giulia Simolo When you’ve rounded up your best girl friends and are preparing for a fun night on the town with them, be sure to bear in mind some eco-friendly tips so you paint the town green! Green is in fashion Your eco-friendly night out can start even before you leave your home to
Some inspiration for our DAF student designers for Avant Garde.Even as art-school classmates in Berlin, Eugenie Schmidt and Mariko Takahashi shared a fascination for people and what they wore. The kindred spirits soon launched Schmidttakahashi, a fashion label that explores the fragile concept of id
Written by: Bongani NkosiWithin five hours of its launch the Gautrain’s new service between Pretoria and Johannesburg had attracted more than 7 000 commuters.The figure was considered groundbreaking for a public train established to reduce traffic between the province’s two economic hubs.After a few