#AvengersJozi - SA Fashion Week & MARVEL Designs

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The Walt Disney Company Africa has announced in collaboration with SA Fashion Week,by paying a tribute to the super hero team up of a lifetime – Marvel’s Avengers. On 21 March 2015, at the ’15 Spring/Summer Collection Showcase, six designers revealed their ready-to-wear lines, entirely inspired by the iconic characters featured in the upcoming 24 April cinematic release of Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron.

After a month-long search in December 2014, six designers from across the continent were chosen to showcase their lines at SA Fashion Week. They are South African designers Siyabonga Ntini (Ralfe), Roman Handt (Roman Handt) and Luiz Delaja (M4S) as well as Zimbabwean designer Rumbidzai Muzofa (Rumbie by Rumbie), Zambian designers Christina Kabamba and Donna M’shanga (Kamanga) and South African-based (Spanish-born) designer Amos Tranque (Amos Tranque). Drawing inspiration from Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Black Widow and The Incredible Hulk, the designers were given free rein to bring each character’s iconic imagery and style to their chosen men’s and women’s lines.

Each designer’s unique take on the Marvel brand and their incorporation of the Avengers characters showcased remarkable use of fabrics and materials, whilst playing with silhouettes, shapes and colours in both men’s and women’s fashion. An exciting fusion of designs from across the continent provided eye-catching and celebratory pieces that included futuristic, traditional and contemporary elements mixed with a distinct blend of African themes and, of course, some daring twists.

“As fans the world over anticipate the release of the next chapter in Marvel’s Cinematic Universe, we are thrilled not only to be celebrating the Avengers but also the immense talent that the designers have brought to the SA Fashion Week runway,” says Deirdre King, Head of Marketing for The Walt Disney Company Africa. ‘The Inspired by Marvel campaign truly showcase the timeless and universal appeal that these characters have, whilst remaining relevant in since they first appeared in comic books almost 5 decades ago.”

This is not Disney’s first foray into high fashion – even as far back as 1937, the company collaborated with Cartier for a piece inspired by Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Recent collaborations globally include the likes of Tommy Hilfiger, D&G, Castelbajac, Philipp Plein, Chopard, adidas, Havaianas and Desigual to name a few. Earlier this year, world-renown shoe designers such as Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik and Christian Louboutin, revealed their own Inspired by Cinderella Shoe designs at the European Premiere of the film. On the local front, 2013 saw Suzaan Heyns becoming the first designer on the continent to participate in the Inspired by Minnie campaign that debuted at SA Fashion Week in October.

The Inspired by Marvel Collections mark the upcoming 24 April cinematic release of Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron, the epic follow-up to the biggest Super Hero movie of all time. South African fans have an extra reason to celebrate as the hotly anticipated film features key action sequences shot entirely in Johannesburg. Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron stars Robert Downey Jr. as Iron Man, Chris Evans as Captain America, Chris Hemsworth as Thor, Mark Ruffalo as The Incredible Hulk, Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow and Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye.

Follow: www.facebook.com/MarvelAfrica To find out more about all things Disney, please visit the websites www.disney.co.za or www.disneyafrica.mobi.

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@SurteeGroupZA - 7 For All Mankind - @SandtonCity Store Launch

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Surtee Group's launch of the first 7 For All Mankind store in South Africa took place on Tuesday, the 4th of November 2014.

Surtee Group are the custodians of luxurious brands in South Africa for more than 50 years. The Joburg fashionistas and  guests were introduced to the group’s signature stamp of quality and premium personalized service at the launch event in Sandton City, Johannesburg.

7 For All Mankind has become one of the world’s premiere denim lifestyle products since it's launch in Year 2000 in Los Angeles. The brand very quickly gained critical acclaim due to its innovations in fit, fabric and finish and is very popular amongst many Hollywood celebrities.

The globally desired brand continues to grow and evolve, expanding its product line to include women’s, men’s, kids, sportswear, handbag and footwear collections. 

This is also because of their innovative collaborations and exciting partnerships with highly regarded designers such as The Great China Wall, Zac Posen, Azzedine Alaia, Evan Yurman and Pucci, which have allowed the brand to push the envelope of design and creativity.

7 For All Mankind continues to merge the worlds of denim and couture to redefine the fashion landscape. The brand is currently sold in its own retail stores, luxury department stores, and high end specialty boutiques in over 80 countries throughout the world and now in South Africa.

The Surtee Group is well known for their exclusive brands. In their Grays stores they offer Ermenegildo Zegna, Brioni, Canali, Etienne Aigner, Façonnable, Stefano Ricci, Surtee Collection, GrosVenor and Raffaele Caruso. Further to this the Group also offers luxury brands including Hugo Boss, Dunhill, Mont Blanc, Timberland, Hackett, True Religion, 7 For All Mankind and Mama’s & Papa’s. Follow them on twitter @SurteeGroupZA ; @GraysLuxury ; @AasifSurtee ; @SuhailSurtee ; @Toyamac13  Check out the store in Sandton City in your next visit to the shopping mall.

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Pink Pony - 5 KM Walkathon @CANSA #PIHT #PoloSA

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Polo South Africa organized a 5 km Walkathon on a Saturday morning on 4 Oct 2014 in continuation with the Polo Horse Trials 2014. 

The entry ticket was fixed for R25 and all proceeds has been added to the final cheque which will be handed to CANSA at the end of the campaign.

The day was enjoyed by all and everyone was invited to join in on the Pink Pony Walkathon.

More than 200 people took part in the 5km walk around the Inanda Country base before a jam packed day of cross country. 

 Prizes were handed out for the Best Dressed Pink Walkers.

Some of the shots of pets as they were also covered in Pink.

Pink was the flavor of the day and CANSA #CancerSupport was supported by all the community present.

All these picture are taken by Polo South Africa's hired professional photographers for the event. 

Thanks a lot to Polo South Africa for extending the invite to me. Follow Polo on Facebook & Twitter. Follow CANSA on twitter.

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Launch Event - BANANA REPUBLIC @SandtonCity, Johannesburg - 7 Aug 2014

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From San Francisco to Johannesburg...

Banana Republic has opened it's second store in South Africa in Sandton City, Johanneburg after another one they had in Cape Town.

Clothing and accessories brand, Banana Republic opened its second store in South Africa in Sandton City shopping mall. High profile guests & media attended the launch event where they saw Banana Republic’s approach to style, living & an image that this brand has in the minds of it's consumers.

All the who's who of Johannesburg celebrities were present at the launch event and enjoyed the Indie band Bye Beneco. I liked the fact that the store has chairs to rest while your spouse or loved ones shop. Though you won't be bored as there is plenty of clothing & accessories for both male and female consumers.                               

Checkout several tweets along with snaps at the hashtag #BananaRepublicSandton  

Banana Republic South Africa on Facebook

BANANA REPUBLIC store represents the niche & international look and feel along with whole clothing range brought to you in South Africa by the Stuttafords group.



Some of the brand’s range was available in Stuttafords stores and the Banana Republic store in Cape Town, but this full fledged store at Sandton City will offer a full Banana Republic shopping experience under one roof. The store has modern apparel, footwear, and accessories including handbags, scarves and belts.

Visit the new store to check what suits your needs and has Banana Republic lived up to your expectations?

Stuttafords, your world of brands, is the license holder for Banana Republic in South Africa along with several other brands they have in their kitty.

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