TRENDS | COTTON ON COMES TO THE V & A

Today I received the most exciting news! Yes, Cotton On is coming to the V & A waterfront! Finally there's something that I can afford at the Waterfront (lol) without breaking the bank. Here are some details on their press release:

COTTON ON TO HIT THE SHORES OF THE V&A WATERFRONT    

In a move set to excite the people of South Africa, leading Australian retail brand, Cotton On, is thrilled to announce their new store opening at the V&A Waterfront on 30 May 2014.  The launch will mark the Group’s 100^th store in South Africa.

At 1500 square metres, the new Cotton On store will be the largest in the Western Cape and will offer collections from Cotton On, Cotton On Body, Free and Rubi Shoes. The stable of Cotton On Group brands will deliver on-trend basics and fun, affordable fashion which South Africans have come to know and love.

Since opening their first store in 1991 in Australia, the Cotton On Group has been rapidly growing with no plans to slow down. Now with over 1300 stores in 16 countries, the Cotton On Group maintains its commitment to reach more people across the globe.  The Australian retail giant has been operating in South Africa since 2011.

Free by Cotton On, which launched in South Africa in 2013, will be available at the new V&A store catering to the free-spirited, independent minded boys and girls (9-14 yrs) who have outgrown the kids range and are too young for adults, but want to wear a brand that allows them to express their individuality and have fun with their fashion. Free by Cotton On makes it easier for South African parents who struggle to make a transition from Cotton On Kids to finding a brand that they feel is appropriate for their “tweens” to wear.

“We pride ourselves on the notion that there is something in our stores that absolutely everyone will love. Our aim at every turn is to ensure that whenever our customers walk into any one of our stores, they will leave happy,” explains Cotton On Group Country Manager, Johan van Wyk. The new Cotton On store will open its doors on 30 May 2014, operating daily from 9am – 9pm, and will be located at Shop 146B V&A Waterfront, Victoria Wharf.

See you there :) 

xoxo

Iptishaam 

 

LOOK POST | SIMPLE ,

 Hey Guys & Girls! Firstly, I would like to take this opportunity to wish everybody a VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR. While most bloggers are re-capping on the last years' happenings, Myself and Nur are stopping on the side of random roads to take pictures! 

And that's basically where the following look post begun. I entitled this look 'SIMPLE' due to the fact that that is exactly what this look is- SIMPLE. With that being said, it is also how I'd like to start off my year with look posts which embody simplicity (hopefully). 

The sweatshirt-which reminds me A LOT of Riri's style- I bought at Cotton On. The boots which you can view HERE

is an item which I can't go without. It is for this reason that I am so thankful to Cape Town for its wet weather we've been having lately. 

I have a feeling that these Utility Boot Cats and the Timberland will be on SUPER TREND for next Autumn/Winter (Well, I'm hoping it is). The rest of the look is a combination of undone hair and burgundy lips, My fav! 

What do you think about taking random pics on sides of roads? 

 

Have a stunning Friday and weekend <3

xoxo

Ipti

 

 

 

Prints and Textures (NOT A FASHION MELT-DOWN..I promise)

Hey everyone! It has been a crazy long weekend, from making my Dad feel super duper special for fathers day to working the long weekend (even the public holiday). 

Speaking about work, this is something I put together for the day in retail. I knew i wanted to wear this balmain inspired dress, watermelon color cardigan and military boots but still felt that I needed to add more layers and perhaps different textures? 

I remembered that I bought this really cool scarf from Cotton On the day before and decided to pair it with this outfit. The beanie from Mr Price was just something i added to give my outfit some playfulness. 

As you can see, this look comprises of many details.. From Military, Balmain to quirky and fun. Here it proves that you can wear different elements and textures and still look appropriate? 

Obviously I am honking my own horn here, and I am sure you have your own opinion.. So what do you think? Am I playing it too safe? Are there too many elements together that it is just a complete mess? 

"A good blogger opens themselves up to critic and ridicule, a great blogger takes it as a pinch of salt" 

-Iptishaam Davids