A shoot with Vamp Clothing

Vamp Clothing Dinosaur Necklace, I've got one and am wearing it today!

So I've just joined a modelling agency and after having some portfolio shots taken the feedback has been so wonderful I feel blessed to have such great family, friends and tweeps in my life.

Photographer and 10and5 editor Alix-Rose approached me to do a shoot this weekend for Vamp Clothing and of course I was super keen - their stuff is amazing!

Beautiful Vamp Clothing Pink Dress

Photo by Paul Ward.

They sell offbeat indie pieces that are edgy, soft and sexy all in one.

We had lots of fun taking shots in random places and I completely loved trying on silky dresses, flowing skirts and "cray cray" necklaces (as Nicci would call them).

If you haven't checked out their stuff then hurry! You're missing out! You can see more Vamp Clothing on Etsy.

I feel so lucky to have been a part of this project and can't wait to show you all the pics. 

Ashtray Electric CD Launch

On Saturday night the drummer boy and I headed to Assembly to check out Ashtray Electric's Measured in Falls album launch.

By the time we got there is was slowly filling up as Haasbroek spun some tunes in between the thickening crowd. The mood was expectant but also heavy as the desire to let loose took longer than normal to take hold (possibly because of the sobriety of things).

I was in the smoking section of the club when the band began to play and I was slightly bemused at the unceremonialness of it all. There was no announcement, just the first few chords plucking into the now slightly rambunctious crowd. It took a few seconds to even realise that something was happening.

The band played to a full dance floor. Their new songs are a lot grittier and harsher than any previous songs I can remember and people loved it. Of course they played a few "golden oldies" and it was not long before they announced their last song.

Afterwards G-Zis took to the stage. They definitely enjoyed their own set as they jumped around stage but more importantly so did the thrashing bodies on the floor. I skipped out on this part of the evening to go chill with DJ Sideshow who said she had been scheduled to play in the VIP section. What? What a waste of what is always a great set to move your body to. I also think it's kinda strange that at an album launch there would be a separate entertainment section set up.

Overall, though, we had a good night. Where you there? What did you think?

Image from here.

Lunch at Tribeca, Kalk Bay

The first time I went to Tribeca I had tea and a piece of chocolate cake. The tea was standard and the cake was so dry it was like shoveling desert into my mouth.

Needlesstosay I wasn't too keen on going back there but last week my pops and I were looking for somewhere to go for lunch in Kalk Bay and found ourselves sitting at the window seat at Tribeca.

Wow.

Pop's mezz platter

I was blown away at how fresh and tasty their meals were. I had a smoky chicken sandwich while the popsicle opted for the goat's cheese and veg sandwich. Both were absolutely delicious. We enjoyed it so much that today we decided to go back. This time I ordered the Tribeca beef burger and pops got the mezze platter. We were well-impressed once again.

The Tribeca beef burger

The portions are generous and the food is flavoursome. I couldn't even finish my burger. The wedges were srumptious but I have a sneaky suspicion that the chef sprinkled them with Aromat which is great-tasting but not the healtiest seasoning option. 

If you're ever in Kalk Bay and are looking for somewhere to eat then I totally recommend Tribeca.

Yum!

Things I like

 

Isn't this bathing suit just too gorgeous? I love the elegant style that women had in the 40s, 50s and 60s and this suit reminds me of it.

Very dearly wants. 

I also like these. Very much.

The weekend that was

Hope you’re all ready for another Monday! This weekend I…

+ Watched Kiki’s Flying Delivery Service.

+ Ate some of the best Chinese takeaways I’ve ever had.

+ Had dinner with the lovely Se, wonderful Meh and awesome Wal.

+ Realised that I eat too much toast and need to find a better (healthier) snack option.

+ Tried Simonsvlei’s Sauvignon Blanc and really liked it.

+ Went dancing with the awesome Wal.

+ Probably had too much wine.

+ Got to try some of awesome Wal and the lead singer’s cake (yum).

+ Bought a pair of high-waisted jeans and turned them into shorts.

+ Had a date night with the lovely drummer boy.

+ Went to Assembly for the aKing gig and much preferred DJ Sideshow.

What did you do this weekend?

Oh, and today, screw the rest of the world and kiss someone passionately in public. Image from here.

5 Gum Experience: Krushed and Sorted & Etienne de Crecy

Last weekend the lovely drummer boy won tickets to the 5 Gum Experience party happening at the Waterfront. I had no clue who Etienne de Crecy was but was intrigued about the idea of him performing from the centre of a lit up cube.

The whole event totally blew me away. It was well-organised with an open tab at the bar for everyone, free strips of the five flavours of wrigleys gum, light installations decorating a corner of the area and an air of expectance.

First up was Krushed and Sorted with Mr Sakitumi joining their team for the evening. Their set drew the crowd in with a clever mashup of old footage and audio mixed together with some crazy beats. Everybody loved it. I’m a firm fan of Mr Sakitumi; I love his onstage energy and he didn’t disappoint.

Then, after a short waiting period, the cube was revealed with de Crecy at the very heart of it. The combination of pulsing beats with fantastical lighting created an incredible show. I got some photos of the cube in all it's techno-glory; they're not the best quality but you get the idea.

A fluid light display that reacts to movement of shadow. Epic winning.

You aint nothin' but a hound dog.

"Let's make rock 'n roll!"

The cube.

Very Tron-esque.

Liftoff.

Double vision.

Green means go!

What an amazing experience! 

Le Bonheur Wine Estate for a bit of wine, fun and French

So on Friday afternoon the lovely Se and wonderful Meh and I set off for the stretched out lands of Stellenbosch area. We were headed for Le Bonheur Wine Estate, some fine wining and an evening of Frenchy fun.

Firstly: don't ever set off for the far-out lands of that side of the world without directions. We did and ended up taking a wrong turn, spending hours in the car and visiting a crocodile farm. Hmm.

But, eventually our femaley-intuitive-directional-radars (we have those) helped us find the beautiful Le Bonheur.

We were treated to a complimentary glass of wine (just enough to tempt you to buy a bottle), some themed snacks and a warm environment in which to chill, chat and await the screening of the film for the evening.

Since the lovely Se is studying French and plans to whisk herself away to Paris at some point we found ourselves seated in front of a warm fire and a big screen to the opening credits of La Vie en Rose.

It was a fun evening doing something a bit different but I do have some advice for those wanting to enjoy the estates dinner and a movie evenings: bring along your own pillow for the film and make sure you specify any food issues - Se doesn't eat ANY meat and I've just given up pork which didn't really work with their bacon and cheese quiches and parma ham wraps.

Otherwise it was lovely!

Image from here.

The weekend that was

It's a very stormy, cold Monday n Cape Town today. Hope you're all keeping warm with gloves, scarves and heaters!

This weekend I...

+ Went all the way out to Le Bonheur Wine Estate for a movie, wine and tasters.
+ Bought some cute jerseys from the Hospice shop.
+ Sewed.
+ Met some talented & wonderful people.
+ Made a faux pas.
+ Survived said faux pas relatively unscathed.
+ Saw Etienne de Crecy in a show I'm not going to forget quickly.
+ Wore heels out (my feet hurt).
+ Had lunch at the Octopus Garden in St James.
+ Missed the train so had to walk home in the freezing wind.
+ Slept 12 hours straight.

What did you get up to?

Also, don't you just love the fact that this room has been built around this tree? Love the idea, the feel, the look. I think I want to build my dream home around a giant tree.

Image from here. 

I've started reading a new book

When I was in school I used to inhale books. Fiction was my poison and I could devour one in a day or so.

Lately I find myself wanting to read more but making excuses about not having enough time, or there not being any good books for me to read.

Bullshit.

From now on I'm gonna spend every spare second with my nose in a book because the pages of fantasy novels, biographies and adventure tales have so much to offer me.

I've just started reading The Book Thief. I'm loving Death's perspective on the world he's describing and although I'm only about twenty pages in I feel good about reading again.

Have you read it?

What do you think?

Image from here. 

Pirates of the Caribbean 4

Last night we settled down at the cinema to watch the latest in the chronicles of Captain Jack Sparrow and the series of unfortunate events that follow him around.

It was a typical Pirates of the Caribbean movie with action, humour and a little bit of romance but wowee the mermaids were awesome (and just darn beautiful)!

Gemma Ward plays the first singing siren that the gnarly pirates meet. She's alarmingly beautiful until Scrum gets too close and has an unwanted conversation with her fangs.

The women they chose for the mermaids ooze sex appeal and magic. I loved it!

Astrid Berges-Frisbey played the alluringly sensual and childlike Syrena who is captured and carried through the jungle for her tear. She's absolutely stunning and even though the storyline around the mermaids and their role in the adventure was fairly weak it made me remember watching The Little Mermaid and wishing I had fins.

Oh, and the Spaniards aren't bad looking either ;)