Parkhurst 4th Avenue Candlelight Shopping 2011

Get ready for the outdoor shopping event Jozi looks forward to every year: Parkhurst 4th Avenue’s Candelight Shopping. This year a Christmas Carnival will be happening on Saturday 26 Nov along 4th Avenue too!

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{2 Evenings of Shopping Pleasure}
Enjoy 2 evenings of late night dining and Christmas shopping on Thurs 24 Nov and Thurs 1 Dec. Collection points for the benefit of Jan Hofmeyer House will be found at various stores along 4th Ave for tinned food, clothing and toys for kiddies:

Moi Decor – Cnr 4th Ave & 12th Str
Senses Florist – Cnr 4th Ave & 12th Str
Modernist – Cnr 4th Ave & 12th Str
Life Unplugged - Shop 22B, Cnr 4th Ave & 10th Str

It is advisable to book a table at one of the many restaurants along 4th if you are wishing to dine these evenings. Please contact the restaurant of your choice to make a booking.
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{Saturday Christmas Carnival}
This year, Sat 26 Nov sees Parkhurst’s 1st Christmas Carnival from 9 am – 3pm, in support of charities focused on children and animals such as the SPCA, Bear Hug Project and Children’s Skills Training Programme. So bring the kids and enjoy various activities including kiddie face painting, a pet dress up competition, gift wrapping and pony rides ...

Pony rides at Antigone, cnr 4th avenue & 11th streets
Face painting stalls on every block on 4th Avenue up until 14th street
Gift wrapping at Sense Creations , #5 Sunlit Court, cnr 4th Ave & 12th Str (011 447 1961) and Polka Dot, #13 4th Ave (011 447 9892)
Best Dressed Pet Competition at Pet Paraphernalia in aid of SPCA, #22 4th Ave (011 447 8388)
Bear Hug Project Stall at Moi Decor, #6 Cobbles Centre, Cnr 4th Ave & 12th Str (011 447 9080)
Cadac Cooking Competition at Braeside Butchery, Cnr 4th Ave & 10th Str (011 788 3613/011 442 6614)

For more info contact Carissa on 084 514 2882 or email shopping.on.4th@gmail.com

cute father's day printables :)

happy father's day to all the daddies out there ;) i found some cute printables to make your dads day extra special. click herefor more. pics courtesy of amandaparkerandfamily.blogspot.com

i love me some animal print

i love jerseylicious. im such a fan. thanks to them im loving leopard print too - only to find out it is a major winter 2011 trend. actually, looking back, it was quite big on the 60s too, so its proven to be a classic. the trick is mixing it with base colours such as black or brown - and not to over do it. YDE has some stunning prints available. you dont have to go so bold with your print - handbag, scarves, showes and hats can help you follow this trend no problem :)
pictures from animalprintessentials.com and shopstyle.com.

some hyde and seek

finally, a market full of goodies to rival the i heart market in durbs and some of the vintage ones in the cap. jozi has been quite slow in following this trend (and im not sure why) but now there seems to be a market that will serve this very purpose. hyde and seek is a country market where vendors sell their homemade delicacies, accessories, handmade designer clothes etc. treat your self to a chic day in jozi by visiting this market the first saturday of every month, ten to 4pm. visit their website for more info!

vovo telo opening in 4th avenue

pic courtesy of emmajanenation

so, you may have noticed the signage at full stop in parkhurst - they are moving to 7th avenue parktown north in june. its kinda sad because full stop has become an institution and almost synonymous with trendy and vibey 4th. but not to fear, because artisan bakery peeps from PE are opening their 3rd (or 4th..i dont know, dont quote me) store in its place. say hello to fresh bagels, baguetters and croissants....its always nice to have another bakery in town... they are already open in 44 on stanley, so its only fitting that they open in The Hurst as well ...for more visit vovotelo.co.za

Romantic, Girly Decor for your Wedding from MOI

Moi Decor, our fav shop in Parkhurst 4th Avenue, now also offers wedding decor hire. If you love the decor in their store, you will love the decor they have to hire! French, romantic, vintage, glamour....all the things a girl could want on her wedding day! They even hire out teacups, birdcages and chandeliers!
http://www.moidecor.co.za/weddings.htm

the festa is back!

its that time of year again! jhb's biggest and most fab portuguese festival is back! from 21 april - 2 may, get down to wemmer pan and enjoy music, espetada and caprinihias! keep warm with piri piri sheekin! it is all for a good cause, with proceeds going to the lusito association for the physically and mentally challenged! its a festival that is not to be missed! for more info visit http://www.lusitoland.co.za/

eyelashes - then and now

oh so exciting! the other day someone asked me if my eyelashes were real! yea, i have been waiting for this....(im slightly obsessed with eyelash length if you havent noticed). you may remember i blogged about revlon's growlucious mascara and posted a pic of my own eyelashes ...

the point i was trying to make was that it actually works. however, since that post, I have been lucky enough to try rapidlash (the R650 tube of eyelash growth serum available from most salons) and i think it works...it doesnt really make the lashes longer, it thickens them...well that is my opinion...what do you think? it took about 4 weeks for me to see a difference...

wonderful blog to read

i came across this interesting blog (2summers) written by an american who is living in melville...i love hearing stories about south africa from expats. its so interesting to get their take on what we consider so normal ;) enjoy!

cute as a button!

omg i came across these edible buttons on etsy and i just couldnt help myself but blog about them. never seen anything like it....so cute!! i wonder if we can get these kinds of things in SA?? anyone know?

my ten favourite things about winter

i think summer has officially said its goodbyes ;( dry your tears and say hello to winter! here are my ten favourite things about winter, so i'm not too sad: 1) the clothes winter is an excuse to dress tres chic. scarves, coats and burets are so much nicer to wear than summer dresses 2) the soup i love winter soup - vegetable, beef or chicken, as long as its made with cayenne pepper its a winner 3) early morning 'fresh' air i love the promise of a winter morning when the air is crisp and the sun is shining...its a promise of a great day ahead 4) reading i love reading a book in a sun patch in my lounge on a cold winter afternoon. nuff said 5) the cosy stay in watch tv nights 6) a cup of hot coffee in the morning - wether it be at your house, at mugg and bean or wherever 7) the bathing ritual. its a lot more appreciated in winter 8) fluffy socks need i say more? 9) a cosy, blankety bed zzzzzzzzzz 10) red wine by the fire place pics: the sartorialist, drizzleanddrip, seaofshoes, parisboutiquehotel, myhomeideas

all things vintage

if you are a sucker for vintage attire, then get down to twentytwo in braamfontein. they have an array of vintage clothing and odds and ends. they also take part in the fab market on main on saturdays!

josie field @ radium beer hall tonight

got nothing planned for later tonight? head on over to one of jozi's most famous institutions - the radium beer hall, to check out singer/songwriter josie field. call andy (0835421044) to book. starts at 8pm and tickers are R60!

elizabeth's timeless style in cat on a hot tin roof

i was flicking through the channels on dstv the other day and liz taylor in all her 50s glory caught my eye on TCM. cat on a hot tin roof was playing and liz was decked out in this beautiful classic white ensemble. what really impressed me was that this dress is so classic, it can still be worn to this day. i absolutely love it!

goodbye to a true hollywood icon

i have always loved liz taylor's iconic hollywood style from the 50s...

beyond pretty trash the dress shoot

ah. we love pictures. we love them. they really take the most amaaazing pics ;) here are some pics from my cousins' trash the dress shoot in langebaan. the pics came out so nicely don't you think?

buddha ta anyone?

finally, there is a new spot to see and be seen in jozi. buddha ta in the design quarter fourways is a new bistro / bar where you can indulge in cocktails and your own customised tapa platters or, if that doesnt tickle your fancy, you can go a la carte. seems quite vibey from the outside. havent been yet, but will be popping in for a birthday do over the weekend to see if it really is as fab as everyone says it is :)

the style exhange network. i love!

things like this make me sooo excited. how would you like the idea of exchanging old clothes for something new(er) or updating your wardrobe without breaking the bank? well thanks to the style exchange network you can do both. its a novel concept and its operating right here in jozi. basically its a new way of buying and selling clothes - you can sell your clothes and get cash or you can exchange them for another something else. you know what they say, one persons old is another persons new. so if you like bargain hunting and have style, then this is for you.

parisian macaroon box anyone?

these are quite hard to find - and they are so pretty. colourful macaroons are tres french darlings! you can get your box of ganache filled creme puffs from hamperess.co.za - its a bit steep in price, so it will probably work well as a gift for someone really special

beautiful! just beautiful!

this has to be my favourite dress i have seen all year (yes, i know its only feb, but still). its so elegant, chic and simple yet striking. do you agree? its an eli saab gown taken from his spring/summer 2011 collection....sooo beautiful!!

its the year of the rabbit

and to usher in this bunny year (according to the chinese calendar), brightwater commons are celebrating it in true chinese new year style! this saturday from 11 am, expect to be dazzled by the various acts on display, the exotic and authentic cuisine and the market... i recommend trying the dumplings...they are divine!

few little odds and ends from moi parkhurst

i love this shop! there is always something quaint/cute/unique in this little romantic decor store in parkhurst... a perfect place to pop in for something small for valentines day :) visit http://www.moidecor.co.za for more

2 new markets in jozi coming right up!

oh, how i love quaint cupcakes and brioche. and homemade lemonade. and some sunshine. now you can get all these things at 2 of jozi's brand spanking new markets! so nice to have something else to do other than visit sandton city over the weekend!

the super

the super (market) started last year and is based in 4th avenue parkhurst. its a quaint little market that is big on personality where you can get flowers, lemonade, bagels, cupcakes etc all whilst visiting one of jhb's vibiest avenues. they promise monthly night markets too *soooo exciting - parkhurst needs more of these ;)* the first market for the year opens 5th feb. visit http://www.thesuper.co.za/ for more. images from thesuper.co.za

market on main

making its debut on sun, 23 jan, this market promises to deliver an array of goodies and is supported by http://www.artsonmain.co.za/ and http://www.mainstreetlife.co.za/. so if you are in the mood for design, good company and a vibey atmosphere, head on down this sunday! visit http://www.marketonmain.co.za/ for more!

a puppy's boudoir!

dont have time to give your little pup the treatement she (or he) deserves? well, then let the ladies at lepawtique do it for you. craighalls very own pooch boutique and spa. as they say on their website: "Le Pawtique is an oasis of cool classy sophistication with a hint of French chic run by animal lovin’ professionals!". aaa, this is something our resident yorkie leelu & professional snugglebug will love! visit lepawtique.co.za. pics courtesy of lewpawtique.co.za

golden globes best (and not so best) dressed

last night saw the annual golden globes ceremony grace LA and there are a few trends to note:

earthy peach hues
--- sandra, im not too sure thats a good look for you? the bangs are a bit heavy
--- scarjo, you look tired baby
--- mego, you look like a transformer

majestic white
---nice ladies. but jlo just because you wear white doesnt mean you have to wear white eyeshadow as well

long sleeves
---angie and leighton...what is this? little house on the prairie?
---anne, you are ok

minimalist chic - love it all!

black fishtails - BEAUTIFUL!
red is hot
--- except january jones looks like a vegas showgirl

emerald green
--- i think catherine wears it best, then mila

adorable odds and ends from moi decor

little treasures at moi decor in parkhurst - www.moidecor.co.za