There are few fashion purchases that offer as much return on investment as a pair of red shoes. They inject personality where there was none, confidence where there was caution, and a sense of occasion into even the most ordinary day. After all, when we picture a woman wearing red shoes, we rarely imagine someone … Continue Reading
I was recently invited to try the Winter Special Lunch at Chefs Warehouse Beau Constantia. Nestled on the slopes of Constantia, with sweeping vineyard and city views, and a menu that celebrates both creativity and flavour, this special offers one of the finest value-for-money dining experiences in Cape Town this season. For R895 per person, … Continue Reading
There are certain skincare products that quietly earn a permanent place on your vanity — the ones you reach for not just because they work, but because the entire experience feels luxurious, comforting and transformative. For me, the new Sisley Black Rose Concentrate Radiant Youth Serum, R4,950 (SHOP) is exactly that kind of product. Get … Continue Reading
There’s something undeniably exciting about slipping on a new pair of sunglasses or spectacles. The right frame can completely shift your mood, sharpen your style, and bring a fresh energy to even the simplest outfit. So, when I was invited by Essilor Luxottica to their Winter ’26 media preview last week, I couldn’t wait to … Continue Reading
While many complain about the Cape’s cold, rainy and wind-swept winter days, local food lovers know this season holds a particular kind of magic. Winter in Cape Town is when some of the city’s most exciting restaurants unveil their seasonal menus — thoughtful, comforting offerings that invite slower lunches, longer conversations and the simple pleasure … Continue Reading
There’s something especially delightful about a beauty collaboration that feels both luxurious and meaningful, and the latest partnership between Clinique and proudly South African accessories brand Thandana is exactly that. To celebrate the relaunch of Clinique’s beloved Chubby Stick collection, the two brands have joined forces to create a limited-edition Thandana lip bag — a … Continue Reading
There’s something wonderfully uplifting about discovering a fragrance that instantly makes you feel a little more luminous, a little more confident, and completely yourself. Jimmy Choo captures that feeling beautifully with Jimmy Choo I Want Choo With Love EDP—a scent that is light, radiant and unapologetically feminine. The newest addition to the beloved I Want … Continue Reading
There are certain beauty finds that quietly slip into your routine and, before you know it, you’re reaching for them every single day. These three little beauties have done exactly that. From the moment they landed on my desk, they’ve been on high rotation in my daily ritual—and I simply had to share the love. … Continue Reading
I’m Candice-Lee Kannemeyer, and I live in the inspiringly beautiful city of Cape Town with my husband and daughter. Read more →
