Tuesday 31 July 2012

2 Gold Medals: Proudly South African!


Earlier this week at the 2012 London Olympics, South African Swimmer Cameron van der Burgh, secured the Gold medal in the men's 100m breaststroke, in a world record time. And, today Chad le Clos of South Africa won the men's 200m butterfly Gold Medal.

Cameron van der Burgh (Left) and Chad le Clos (Right)
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Chad le Clos is through to the final of the men's 400 metre individual medley later tonight and Cameron van der Burgh qualified for the semi-finals of the men's 100 metre breast stroke.


 Well Done Team SA! 

Monday 30 July 2012

In A Perfect World ...




I read this e-card and I couldn't stop laughing ... so I decided to share it with you :)


 ♥ Happy Monday! 

Sunday 29 July 2012

Homegrown Star ...


Actor Ty Keogh has lifted the prestigious 'Sexiest Man of the Year' title at the 2012 YOU Spectacular, adding this to a host of notable achievements over the past few years ...


Friday 27 July 2012

Vandenberg: Life Below the Surface

Australian photographer and diver Andreas Franke has completed a gallery collection that may just be the first of its kind — a photography gallery underwater on a sunken ship ... 


Wednesday 25 July 2012

Glory Days


For their August 2012 issue, Vogue Germany included plenty of Romance and Mystery in their striking New York-Based editorial titled Glory Days, leaving me Daydreaming of this Glamorous City (and a few of these Gorgeous Dresses) ...

Sunday 22 July 2012

The Crazy Cool of Emma Stone


Emma Stone, known for her quirky sense of humor and girl-next-door looks appears on the cover of British Vogue's August 2012 issue, looking ultra sexy in a 60s-styled photo shoot snapped by Patrick Demarchelier ...

Saturday 21 July 2012

Wrangler Launch


photo credit: Marina Brokorenko
Thursday Night was the official Launch of Wrangler in Jozi CBD. It was a Star-studded event in the Beautiful Turbine Hall filled with Beautiful People and Authentically Hot Denim ... 


Thursday 19 July 2012

★ 100'000 Page Hits ★

In just a Few Short Months, Q-riouser & Q-riouser has reached 100'000 Page Visits! 


A Big THANK-YOU to all my Fabulous Followers and Wonderful Visitors! 


Here's to the next 100'000 ...

Wednesday 18 July 2012

Solipsist


Inspired by the ideas of convergence and unison between living things, Solipsist, is a Psychedelic Fantasy Short Film built on elaborate costumes, some light, dust, and multiple visual effects ...

Happy Birthday Madiba!


One of the most loved men in the world turns 94 today and 18 July has been declared Mandela Day and on this day we are encourage to follow in Madiba’s footsteps, by giving a little of our time (at least 67 minutes) to make a difference to the lives of those who are less fortunate...


Monday 16 July 2012

From Russia with Love ... from Charlotte Olympia




Everyone from Keira Knightly to Sarah Jessica Parker adore British shoe-designer Charlotte Olympia Dellal and my Little Russian Heart skipped a beat when I saw these cheeky pieces from her Pre-Fall 2012 Collection ...

Sunday 15 July 2012

Topsy Turvy



On friday night, I went to watch Jonathan Roxmouth in his one-man Show titled Topsy Turvy in the Studio Theatre at Montecasino. And, yet again, I was blown away by the immense Talent we have right here in South Africa ...

Thursday 12 July 2012

Style Inspiration: Coco Chanel


Famous French designer, Coco Chanel, is still considered to be one of the most important influences of Fashion Design. Known for her Modern and Practical designs, she is credited for the concept of the Little Black Dress (LBD) during the 1920′s. This is why many people still 'Chan(n)el' their inner Coco! ♥ ...

Tuesday 10 July 2012

The Clothing Conspiracy ...

This perfectly describes how I occasionally feel about my wardrobe ... Anybody Else feel the same way??


Monday 9 July 2012

Vogue Italia: A/W 2012-13 Collections


Gucci



Autumn/Winter 2012-13 Collections have been photographed by Steven Meisel for the July cover shoot of Vogue Italia. Each Double Page Layout is styled by Karl Templer using a cast of newcomer Models ... 


Friday 6 July 2012

Soups at Skoobs



With Winter being an extra bit Chilly this year, Skoobs Theatre of Books launched their Soups at Skoobs Promotion yesterday; You can relax at the Innovative State-of-the-Art Store with a Book and a Steaming Bowl of Delicious Soup created by the legendary Benny Masekwameng. Besides, reading a book with a cup of tea or coffee is 'Sooo Last Season' ...


Thursday 5 July 2012

46664 Fashion — Colours, Prints & Contrasts


46664Fashion is heading Fearlessly into Summer 2012/13, with enough Fun and Flamboyance to get the good times rolling well before the Festive Season ...


Wednesday 4 July 2012

The New Addition to my Wardrobe ...


 I would like to introduce to you the new addition to my Shoe Closet (and my Handbag): My Beautiful New Pair of Pale Gold Folding Ballerina Pumps from Butterfly Twists! ...


Tuesday 3 July 2012

Marchesa Resort 2013


I adore Dresses ... but Dresses from Marchesa take my breathe away!! The designs are always ultra Feminine and Quaint with the perfect amount of Drama! Not to mention, that the Label is practically synonymous with big red-carpet names...

Monday 2 July 2012

Fashion Illustrator: JSK


Illustrating is one of my Favourite pastimes, and when I found this interesting illustrator, I had to share him with you. JSK is a freelance Fashion Illustrator and Art Director based in Sydney and Seoul...

Sunday 1 July 2012

Mugler’s Japanese Resort


I Love the Thierry Mugler Brand, and I am really enjoying how creative director Nicola Formechetti and designer Sébastien Peigné look to build a new image for the Mugler brand...