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ed’s letter
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have learned the hard way that all work and no play only results in me feeling burnt out and exhausted, with barely enough enthusiasm to put together a vaguely stylish outfit to wear to work, let alone motivate and lead my team. The recent December holiday break has done me, and I’m sure you too, the world of good and after my share of eating, sleeping, feasting and playing with my kids, I’m feeling energised and ready to go. This year I have only one resolution: to find balance. After reading the inspiring interviews in this issue with accomplished working women like Redi Tlhabi, Aerin Lauder and Elizabeth Hurley, I can see that I’m not alone. Between the chaos of family life, work demands and personal expectations, I want – and need – to find some sense of peace in the middle. I’m not very good at sticking to resolutions but hopefully this one is actually achievable! In the interim, I think I’m going to dedicate some ‘me-time’ to shopping for a few power outfits for work, inspired by this month’s incredible Kelso editorial, which you can find on page 66. Why don’t you do the same? Happy shopping!
Email me at editor@contactedgarsclub.co.za
INSPIRATIONAL WORKING WOMEN n I’m a fa xe lu e h t of Re-Nutriv range
012 Stella’s 2 ow h s runway
MICHELLE OBAMA
AERIN LAUDER
A strong woman from a family of female icons. Read our interview on how she finds balance, on page 52.
I admire her effortless grace in her roles as a global ambassador, first lady and mother of two.
STELLA MCCARTNEY She runs a fashion empire while juggling a husband and four kids. Enough said.
EDITOR’S PORTRAIT: NEIL ROBERTS AT AGENCYBOOK. ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY: GALLO IMAGES/GETTY IMAGES.
less blouse gives this sleeve A quirky print making it a trendy addition a stylish edge, robe. to my work ward
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PRIZE LETTER As a part-time belly dancer, I always keep a costume and veil in my car boot. Recently, I was at Bayside Mall when I received a call from someone needing a last-minute dancer. I had no make-up or bling jewellery to go with my costume so I hurried into Edgars and found everything I needed – even using the changing room to do my make-up and ‘bejewel’ myself before shimmy-shaking to the event. – Gail Noone
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Get set for a year of daring fashion
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Where the heart is
I recently arrived home after being in Europe. Unwrapping my new-look Edgars Club magazine gave me an instant summer feeling, thanks to the turquoise-blue colours and the model’s sunshiney casual look. And of course the high heel shoes reminded me of the markets in Italy. That said, it’s great to be back home. – Trish Wood
Stuck on you
Edgars has been at my side since the birth of my triplets. Born prematurely, none of their clothes fitted them. My husband rushed to Edgars and voilà: a perfect fit for all three. Seventeen years later, Edgars is still coming to the rescue. When one of my girls was recently struggling with acne, we bought a range of Clinique products at Edgars. She’s thrilled that her skin is now looking clearer than ever. – Kamla Kisten
Doing it right
As I opened the October Club magazine I was amazed at the wonderful fashion. I was so impressed with the funky colours in this issue; page after page of great tips and celebrity interviews (my favourites being Lady Gaga and Jen Su talking heels). There was also beauty advice on shopping for your skin type that made such an impact that I couldn’t wait to get down to Edgars to try out your recommendations. – Cindy Ramiah
WIN Coral compliments
Thanks for October’s ‘Bright Now’ beauty feature. I often feel out of my depth when it comes to makeup, so was naturally anxious when looking for ways to wow the guests attending my 21st birthday party. I came across the article and tested the coral lips/orange lids combination. It complemented my mint-green dress perfectly. – Alison Vadachalam
Write to us at Letter of the Month, PostNet Suite #2, Private Bag X11, Mowbray, 7705 or email letters@contact edgarsclub.co.za and include your contact number. You could win a Narciso Rodriguez gift set, valued at R1 790.
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INTERNET CALL CENTRE/FASHION HOTLINE 0860 69 22 74 General website queries, online order queries and online card/financial service applications. EDGARS ACCOUNTS 0860 11 24 42 General account-related queries, balance enquiries, payment arrangements, updating of personal details, reporting of lost and stolen cards, etc. EDGARS CLUB 0860 11 24 68 General Club-related queries, complaints and suggestions. CASH AND GIFT CARDS 0860 69 22 74 General cash card, cash card voucher and gift card queries. CUSTOMER SERVICE CALL CENTRE 0800 20 39 25 General comments about service and merchandise.
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PHOTOGRAPHY: JESSE-LEIGH ELFORD AT SUPERNOVA. ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY: SUPPLIED. COVER PHOTOGRAPHY: JACQUES WEYERS AT AGENCYBOOK. STYLIST: ANNELEE JOUBERT. STYLIST’S ASSISTANT: CARLY TOD. HAIR: MERLE AT INFIDELS. MAKE-UP: ROBIN NISSEN. MODEL: JACOMIEN AT BOSS MODELS.
Emergency bling
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shop smart in store CELEB STYLE
From the office to the red carpet, animal print works beautifully.
GO WILD
If there’s one thing you buy this season, make it an animal-print blazer.
GET THE COVER LOOK
Kelso blouse, R349.95
CLASSIC CHIC Dark skinnies are a wardrobe staple that can be worn with anything.
Kelso skinny jeans, R149.95
Make fashion work for you with this month’s cover look, at select Edgars stores SKY HIGH
HOT DETAILS
Platform heels add a sexy edge to any outfit.
Put embellished collars at the top of your fashion list.
Sissy Boy heels, R399.95
Win the cover look
Lasting Finish WITH A RIMMEL MAKE-UP HAMPER WORTH R1 000 25 Hour One lucky reader can win a Rimmel hamper, including the products below. SMS ‘RIMMEL’, your name and account number Foundation to 34448 (SMS costs R1.50) or dial *130*334# from your cellphone and follow the prompts. Entries close 20 February 2013. in Mocha, R99.95 Glam’Eyes 3-in-1 Blusher Vinyl Max One Professional 60 Seconds Scandal in Summer Stroke Maxi Liquid Liner in Nail Colour Eyes Show Fever, R89.95 Shine Lipgloss Black Glam, in Aye, Off Mascara, in Muse, R99.95 Aye Sailor, R109.95 R79.95 R59.95
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Professional Eyebrow Pencil in Dark Brown, R79.95
PHOTOGRAPHY: JACQUES WEYERS AT AGENCYBOOK, GALLO IMAGES/GETTY IMAGES. STILLS PHOTOGRAPHY: SEBASTIEN ROHNER. ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY: SUPPLIED.
MARY J BLIGE
ALEXA CHUNG
Kelso blazer, R449.95
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View from the top
Take power-dressing to new heights with a chic and confident office wardrobe that commands attention by annelee joubert photography nicholai fischer
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Blazer, R449.95, blouse with embellished collar, R349.95, skinny jeans, R149.95, all Kelso (Opposite page) Blazer, R449.95, blouse, R299.95, ponti pants, R299.95, court shoes, R199.95, all Kelso
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Kelso wrap dress, R449.95
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Sleeveless blouse, R199.95, leggings, R179.95 (pack of two), court shoes, R199.95, all Kelso
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SHE’S GOT THE LOOK Get the make-up edge at the office. Putting these looks at the top of your agenda, will earn you the attention you deserve by lameez hendricks photography jesse-leigh elford
EXECUTIVE EYES Ever heard of the daytime smoky eye? Switch from severe sooty shadows to basic browns for a chic work look. Apply a layer of chocolate brown eyeshadow along the upper lash line to the crease, then blend a deeper brown over that. To take it after hours, apply the darkest brown shadow you have and concentrate the colour at the outer corner of your eye, creating a sideways ‘V’ shape.
Estée Lauder Automatic Eye Pencil Duo in Walnut Brown, R395
Rimmel Color Rush Quad Eyeshadow in Smokey Brown, R109.95
Lancôme Hypnôse Mascara in Brown, R315
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STANDOUT NAILS Turn up the voltage on an old-school French mani with a Half Moon Manicure. Start by applying a light colour as a base and then paint your tips in a contrasting shade like black or red. To get the tip just right, cover the larger part of your nail with a ring-binder reinforcement before applying the colour. Chanel Le Vernis Nail Colour in Dragon, enquire in store for price
EXCLUSIVE TO EDGARS
O.P.I Nail Lacquer in Lincoln Park After Dark, R135
EXCLUSIVE TO EDGARS
GOSH Nail Polish in Miss Sweety, R79
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entertain me highlights FOR GREAT MUSIC February is set to be a fantastic month for music fans. The multi awardwinning Red Hot Chili Peppers will be playing in South Africa on 2 February at Joburg’s Soccer City, and 5 February at the Mother City’s Cape Town Stadium.
FOR SOMEONE SPECIAL
Already a hit in Australia, Georgini jewellery is available at select Edgars stores nationwide. Synonymous with quality and affordable luxury, the sterling silver range features cubic zirconias, semiprecious stones and freshwater pearls.
FOR THAT NEW YORK FEELING
Calling all Kiehl’s fans. In addition to being available at Edgars Sandton, all Kiehl’s products can now be ordered nationwide through the Edgars Fashion Hotline. Simply call 0860 69 22 74 to have it delivered to your home or your nearest Edgars store.
Also heading our way is Mexican-American singer/ songwriter Rodriguez. He’ll be performing 15-18 February at Joburg’s Big Top Arena and 20-21 February at Cape Town’s GrandWest Casino. Get in the mood with the DVD Searching for Sugarman, R99.90, as well as the soundtrack, R129.90. Both available at CNA.
HOT THIS
MONTH Things to do, see and enjoy
FOR YOUR DINNER TABLE
The Sunday Times called Jeremy and Jacqui Mansfield the hottest duo in food. With their award-winning cookbooks, Zhoozsh! and Zhoozsh! Faking It, all that’s needed to ‘Zhoozsh!’ up your dining experience is their range of top quality tableware: crockery, cutlery, glassware and more. Now available at Boardmans.
COMPILED BY: VANESSA MCCULLOCH. PHOTOGRAPHY: ELLEN VON UNWERTH. ADDITIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY: SUPPLIED.
The next time you’re beauty shopping at Edgars Woodlands or Tygervalley, be sure to visit the Clinique counter. Designed for Clinique by Apple, a few swipes and taps of your finger is all it takes for the iPad® Skin Care Diagnostic Tool to help diagnose your skincare concerns and recommend the best products to solve them. Then print the list or email it to yourself.
Make-up guru Bobbi Brown has recently released her seventh book, Pretty Powerful: Beauty Stories to Inspire Confidence. “It’s based on the idea that women are pretty without make-up, and powerful when they have make-up [on],” says Brown. Filled with practical make-up tips, great makeovers and powerful stories that celebrate beauty inside and out, this is a must-have guide for any Bobbi Brown devotee. Pretty Powerful: Beauty Stories to Inspire Confidence, R299.90. Now available at CNA.
WHAT’S
VALENTINE’S OFFER Spend R1 000 on Georgini jewellery this February and receive a key ring valued at R300. Available while stocks last.
FOR AN EVEN BETTER CLINIQUE EXPERIENCE
FOR GREAT MAKE-UP TIPS
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