EDGARS CLUB MAN DECEMBER/JANUARY 2014
DECEMBER/JANUARY 2014 EDGARSCLUB.CO.ZA
HELLO HOLIDAYS Your guide to taking it easy… • • • •
Mini break essentials Bold beach style Master braai tips Sunscreen that works
Why CrossFit will change your life, p66 WIN A spin in a Ferrari
Scent Match
Find the fragrance that suits your style
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y the time you read this it should officially be here. Summer, that is. Don’t get me wrong: I like winter, but let’s face it – we don’t live on the southern tip of Africa for the skiing. You’ll find everything you need in this issue to make this your best summer yet. If you’re carrying a little extra winter ‘luggage’ then rush to our CrossFit feature (p66) to find out how to get in shape and actually enjoy the process. If it’s style you’re looking for we’ve got you covered – from our beach break (Going Coastal, p36) to a lazy summer road trip (Chasing the Sun, p42) and everything in between (Mini Break, p24). You’ll also find three sportsmen in the latest active wear profiled in Born Winners (p58). For a healthy dose of inspiration check out our men of style – internationally renowned Pharrell Williams (p28), and local style guru Neil Doveton (p17), who lent his seasoned styling experience to our road-trip shoot. If you’re planning on braaiing anytime soon (and you should be) you’ll want to check out the food feature (Become the Braaissiah, p80) by Andy Fenner – it’s simple, tasty food done well that anyone can make. Whatever you’re up to in the holidays take it easy, and we’ll see you in the new year with another issue filled with great features and, of course, the latest trends to keep you one step ahead. PS: Don’t forget to flip the mag for the festive Gift Guide.
Cover Photography: Jacques Weyers. Model: Luc at Boss wears Stone Harbour. Grooming: Alet Viljoen at Supernova.
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club MAN EDITORIAL Content Director Justine Stafford Editor / Art Director Piers Buckle Group Fashion Editor Annelee Joubert Club Senior Managing Editor Delicia Krause Managing Editor Liza West Copy Editor Rogan Louwrens Features Editor David Moseley Grooming Editor Lameez Hendricks Designer Monique Mouissie Junior Fashion Editor Matthew Britten Grooming Assistant Laurissa Vergottini CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Alex Eliseev, Andy Fenner, Carla Calitz, Sean Fraenkel, Stacey Vee, Zane Henry DIGITAL Digital Publisher Luke Peters Digital Editor Erla Rabe Digital Content Manager Candace Freeman Freelance Community Manager Cindy Taylor Senior Digital Designer Riyaan Shinjuku Wiener Digital Financial Assistant Malika Alexander Content Assistant Shalagh Fredericks MANAGEMENT Managing Director Lani Carstens Group Account Director Samantha Stevens Digital Director John Gardner Production Director Nina Hendricks Financial Manager Angelo Dionisio Human Resources Manager Aashiqa January ADVERTISING Advertising Director Moyra Beeming 011 895 0402 moyra.beeming@johnbrownmedia.com Advertising Manager Estelle Dietrich 021 486 7609 estelle.dietrich@johnbrownmedia.com PRODUCTION Production Coordinator Tessa Smith Reproduction Virtual Colour Printing CTP FOR EDGARS Marketing Executive Belinda Godfrey CRM Marketing Manager Cameron Burt Publications Manager Sumeera Dawood Club Publication Assistant Lindiwe Magubane Club Operations Manager Candida Steyn Financial Controller Ursula Kahn Edgars Club Magazine, 2nd Floor, Block A, North Side, Black River Park, Fir Street, Observatory 7925 PostNet Suite #2, Private Bag X11, Mowbray 7705 EMAIL: edgarsclub@johnbrownmedia.com TEL: 021 486 7600 FAX: 021 486 7614 JOHN BROWN UK: 00 44 20 7565 3000 www.johnbrownmedia.com All prices are correct at the time of going to press. This issue features products that will be in stores from mid-Nov to mid-Dec. Any person using information contained in this publication does so at his/her own risk and such person hereby waives any right to action against Edcon and indemnifies Edcon, its employees, agents, sub-contractors and suppliers against any claims for loss, damage to person or property, injury, liabilities, claims, sickness or death, which may result from the use of such information or from any other cause whatsoever suffered either by such person or by any third party. Edgars Club magazine is published on behalf of Edcon by John Brown South Africa (Pty) Ltd © 2013. Address all correspondence to: John Brown SA, PostNet Suite #2, Private Bag X11, Mowbray 7705. Tel: 021 486 7600 Fax: 021 486 7614. The contents of this magazine are protected by copyright and may not be reproduced without permission.
EDITOR’S PORTRAIT: MORNE VAN ZYL.
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New in Store | Gift Ideas | Books & Movies | Giveaways
NEW IN STORE T.M. LEWIN
TEXT: ROGAN LOUWRENS, LIZA WEST. PHOTOGRAPHY: SÉBASTIEN ROHNER, SUPPLIED.
It has been 115 years since UK clothing powerhouse T.M. Lewin began, and now the brand’s formal businesswear – still made with the same techniques – is finally coming to South Africa. Expect to see the brand at four Edgars outlets and a standalone store.
PAUL FRANK Renowned for their take on, well, monkeying about with style, Paul Frank Industries made their SA debut in September, launching at five select Edgars outlets. Prices start at R229.
ALL HE WANTS FOR CHRISTMAS
MONIQUE Designer
LIZA Managing Editor
For my brother, these comfy shoes to go with his ironically indie look. R99.95, JX.
My husband is looking for a new timepiece, and this one is perfect. R2 799, Seiko
WE ASKED THE FOUR LADIES WHO HELP PUT TOGETHER YOUR EDGARS CLUB MAN MAG WHAT THEY WILL BE BUYING FOR THE MEN IN THEIR LIVES…
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THE DOVETON EFFECT STYLE? NEIL DOVETON HAS IT UP TO HERE. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS ON THE FASHION BEAT AND YOU PICK UP A THING OR TWO
PHOTOGRAPHY: STER KINEKOR, MORNE VAN ZYL, SUPPLIED.
A quarter of a century has passed since Neil Doveton began his career in print media and fashion. Ten of those years were spent as Men’s Health SA’s fashion and grooming director; he’s also ventured into the wild-tech west of e-commerce and digital publishing. Now, he’s putting his well-tailored soul into the launch of MrDoveton.com – a curated digital destination designed to help men make informed purchases and keep up to date on trends, what’s available, and where to find it. Earliest style memory? 1971. I was just seven years old when I bought my first tie. I saved up all my pocket money and headed off to the men’s outfitters in the mall near where I grew up. The tie was a garish ’70s purple-andbrown clip-on. I’m not sure whether you even find these anymore? I wore it to death – sporting it proudly with a purple shirt and chocolate-brown corduroy bellbottoms. Favourite item in your wardrobe? And why. Ah, the Sophie’s Choice
question. That’s tough. I have so many favourites. If I had to narrow it down to one item only, it’d have to be my navy blue suit. It’s extremely versatile and makes for an easy transition from day to night. No other suit gives as much mileage. It goes with just about everything. In winter I wear it over a cardigan, shirt and tie combo with brown leather brogues; in summer it’s great paired with a crisp white shirt, pocket square and leather sandals for easy elegance. What will you be wearing these holidays? SPF and all things Resort. The holidays are all about being comfortable: swapping winter’s layers for breathable, easy-towear polo shirts, T-shirts, lightweight knits, cotton shorts and pants in tailored cuts. White is a popular trend this season, and is reliably casual and elegant when worn with navy. Leather strapped sandals are also a sartorial essential in my summer wardrobe. The weekends? Tropical print walk-shorts, T-shirts and flip-flops – Havaianas of course.
The three items every man should have in his wardrobe? Chinos – dressed up or down, they make a stylish and comfortable alternative to jeans. Classic white shirts – they’re the cornerstone of a successful working wardrobe. The perfect blazer – whether cotton, linen or wool, the right blazer will always make you look like you put in more effort than you did. Who influences and inspires your style? Christopher Bailey, the creative director at Burberry. His reinterpretation of the traditional Brit is a fine example of modernising the classics. Also Tom Ford – undoubtedly my style icon – and of course Mad Men’s Don Draper and Suits legend Harvey Specter, who successfully combine just the right amount of style and alluring arrogance.
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Beach Cool | Holiday Looks | Style Profile: Pharrell Williams
PHOTOGRAPHY: JACQUES WEYERS
style Persol sunglasses, R2 650, from Sunglass Hut; printed T-shirt, R149.95 (S–XL), R169.95 (2XL–3XL), printed swim shorts, R249.95 (S–XL), R269.95 (2XL–3XL), both Stone Harbour edgars club man / holidays 2014
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1. Swim shorts, R249.95 2. Printed shirt, R249.95 3. Vulcanised thongs, R199.95 4. Walk shorts, R299.95 5. Printed swim shorts, R249.95 6. Vulcanised mules, R199.95 7. Persol sunglasses, R2 650 8. Burberry sunglasses, R2 990 9. Prada sunglasses, R2 990 10. Printed T-shirt, R149.95 11. Printed T-shirt, R149.95 12. Collared shirt, R299.95 13. Chinos, R299.95 14. Suede derbies, R499.95
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Clothing and footwear by Stone Harbour; sunglasses available at Sunglass Hut
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Photography: SÉbastien Rohner. Junior Fashion Editor: Matthew Britten.
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Photography: Sébastien Rohner. Junior Fashion Editor: Matthew Britten.
1. Volcom tank, R229.95 2. Dolce & Gabbana sunglasses, R1 990 3. Zoo York shorts, R499.95 4. Ecko T-shirt, R269.95 5. JX. Motel flip-flops, R79.95 6. Quiksilver boardshorts, R499.95 7. Billabong vest, R229.95 8. Burberry sunglasses, R2 250 Sunglasses available at Sunglass Hut
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SINGER, SONGWRITER AND ALL-ROUND MUSICAL BEHEMOTH: PHARRELL WILLIAMS IS RIDING THE CREST OF A WAVE, AND BRANCHING OUT INTO FASHION AND FRAGRANCE AT THE SAME TIME 28
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Giorgio Armani sunglasses, R2 690, from Sunglass Hut; printed vest, R119.95, check shorts, R249.95, both JX.
coastal GOING
SALTWATER SWANK IS ALL ABOUT PUTTING AN URBAN REV ON THE BEACH-BUM AGENDA BY MATTHEW BRITTEN PHOTOGRAPHY NEIL ROBERTS
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sun Wherever the road takes you this summer, be sure to get there in style by Neil Doveton PHOTOGRAPHY Jacques Weyers
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From left: Persol sunglasses, R1 790, from Sunglass Hut; check shirt, R249.95 (S–XL), R279.95 (2XL–3XL), walk shorts, R299.95 (28–40), R329.95 (42–44); printed T-shirt, R149.95 (S–XL), R169.95 (2XL–3XL), printed swim shorts, R249.95 (S–XL), R269.95 (2XL–3XL), thong sandals, R199.95, all Stone Harbour
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Fresh Summer Scents | Skin Protection for All
KEEP YOUR COOL Light and wearable spritzers for summer – equal parts energetic and enigmatic 1. Azzaro Chrome Summer Edition EDT 100 ml, R695* 2. Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Living Stromboli EDT 125 ml, R965* 3. Just Cavalli Man EDT 50 ml, R930 4. David Beckham The Essence EDT 50 ml, R395 5. Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo EDT 50 ml, R725
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DEFENCE
M EC H A N I S M LEAVE THE HOUSE WITH SOME PROTECTION (OF THE SUNSCREEN VARIETY, OF COURSE), AND YOU’RE SURE TO SCORE – IN THAT YOU’LL SAVE YOUR SKIN FROM SUN DAMAGE, THAT IS BY LAMEEZ HENDRICKS PHOTOGRAPHY SÉBASTIEN ROHNER
TEAM: Light-skinned lads RECORD: You always burn and don’t tan as readily, which means you’re highly susceptible to sun damage.
GAME PLAN:
Givenchy Doctor White10 UniVersal Shield SPF 50 PA+++, R545
Because you feel and notice the burn much quicker than medium- and dark-skinned fellas, you may be smoothing on the sunscreen every day during summer. But to truly make a difference you need to get into the habit of reapplying every two hours if you’re out in the sun for long periods. You should also be using sunscreen during winter, as UV rays still affect your skin on cloudy days. You want medium to high protection, with an SPF of nothing less than 30 – bearing in mind that organisations like European trade association Cosmetics Europe now warn that anything under SPF 15 isn’t up to scratch.
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Sisley Super Stick Solaire SPF 30, R950. Exclusive to Edgars
Go for creamy sunscreens that relieve dehydrated skin during sun exposure, or soothing milky sprays that make it easy to cover those hard-to-reach areas – so you don’t need to go through that awkward moment of having to ask your bro to rub sunscreen on your back.
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lightskinned Clarins Sun Care Milk-Lotion Spray SPF 50+, R320
ALL PROPS STYLIST’S OWN
Always opt for a broadspectrum sunscreen: the product you choose should be labelled UVA (think ‘A’ for ‘ageing’) and UVB (think ‘B’ for ‘burning’)
Vichy Capital Soleil SPF 50+, R255
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NICHOLAS RUPANGA From Zimbabwe originally but now living in South Africa, Rupanga is a trail runner of the highest pedigree with a number of impressive results under his belt. It’s been a tough year with injuries. Not my best. I was planning on the Otter Trail Run, but for the second year in a row I’ve had to miss it due to injury. I did Comrades in June but it was a tough experience. I passed halfway in just under three hours, but finished in just under 10. I completely blew. From 70km I was walking to the finish. The highlight of my year was definitely the AfricanX, a three-day trail run with runners participating in teams of two. I won it in 2009 and we managed to come
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second this year. I was happy about that because we’ve struggled for results there in the last few years. The worst of the injuries seem to be over. I’ve done a few comeback races and I’m feeling good. I won the Mountain Warrior in Stellenbosch and the Table Mountain Challenge 21km. So I’m feeling good again. Though I’m a trail runner, I have the potential to finish in the top 10 at something like Two Oceans. My dream is to get a gold at that race. But time is running out. I’m 38 now, so I probably have five years left to achieve that. My running fits in around my work. Luckily the people I work with are very accommodating. We sit down and look at my schedule. Sometimes they even encourage me to do more training.
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Just participating is not good enough for these three diverse sportsmen. They’re the best at what they do, and they’re all in it to win Photography Caroline Mackintosh
Puma crew-neck T-shirt, R399.95; Pro-Action shorts, R149.95
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Coast to coast, with holiday resorts, lakesides and World Heritage Sites in between, SA has some of the most beautiful campsites in the world. They’re just waiting for you to arrive and unhitch, fold out your camping stool and light up the fire. We’ve rounded up a caravan collection from budget to big-bucks, and for every kind of road trip imaginable.
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ER UMM HIS S T D OA HE R ON T T R A R HE YOU AKE T N E THE Y VE T IS, TACE BY S HEAR
PHOTOGRAPHY: GALLO IMAGES/GETTY IMAGES.
g n i v o Muse ho JURGENS EXCLUSIVE Jurgens caravans have been crisscrossing the South African landscape for 60 years now, so it’s safe to say they know what mom and dad need in a holiday home on wheels. The top-of-therange Exclusive sleeps four, and with almost six
metres of interior space it’s extremely roomy without cutting corners. You’ll find hot and cold running water, a stove and microwave, a large fridge, and enough working space to keep you from having to stand on anybody’s toes when
you’re rustling up a bite to eat. The dinette converts into a second double bed. Other creature comforts include a shower, toilet and hand basin. Best for going on that family holiday Get it at jurgens.co.za R290 000 (standard)
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moving house SAFARI XPLORER Not to be wasted on green, manicured lawns, this best-selling off-road caravan is kitted out for camping on the plains of Africa. Built tough, the Safari Xplorer has a
1800kg heavy-duty axle made for towing on uneven ground, and hot-dipped, galvanised skid bars. Don’t be fooled by the compact exterior: when you set up, the Xplorer and its safari tent unpack into a
well-equipped base camp, including a stargazer double bed, a dinette that converts into two more beds, and a slide-out galley that contains a two-plate gas stove, an 80 L fridge and, yes, the 80L kitchen sink.
a generous 210L fridge, an optional microwave and space for a 4.5L gas bottle. If you want to stretch out with a little more room, you can extend the Sprint with a full tent. First-timer tip: book into a caravan park
with ablution facilities. Best for newbies in the caravan park Get it at sprite.co.za/ models/sprint.html R119 500
What more could you want for a night under the African sky? Best for a weekend in the Kruger Get it at jurgens safari.co.za R259 400
SPRITE SPRINT Fancy touring the Garden Route in a love nest on wheels, but not sure this caravanning thing is for you? Great for couples, the Sprite Sprint is an entry-level caravan that has an island bed, a dinette and plenty of overhead lockers and wardrobes. You also get
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BECOME THE
BRAAISSIAH EVERYTHING YOU KNOW ABOUT BRAAIING IS… ACCEPTABLE. TURN UP THE HEAT WHEN YOU FIRE UP THE COALS THIS YEAR BY TRYING THESE EASY, ELEGANT RECIPES
BY ANDY FENNER STYLING BRITA DU PLESSIS PHOTOGRAPHY SEAN CALITZ
Seared skirt steak on smoky toasted ciabatta
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FISH Tuna really doesn’t get the braai treatment enough. I’m not sure why – the char imparted by the grid works really well with the oiliness of the fish. Rub your tuna steaks down with oil and cumin seeds, then snap them on the braai and cook them for no longer than two minutes per side. When they’ve picked up a nice sear, remove, slice, and serve in wraps with plenty of homemade guacamole, finely sliced raw red onions, a smear of sour cream, a good squeeze of lime juice and a fist of coriander.
Spice-rubbed tuna steak burrito
Braai essentials OUR CAVEMAN DAYS ARE LONG BEHIND US – SO MAKE SURE YOU COMPLEMENT THE FLAVOURS YOU’VE DRAWN FROM THE FLAMES WITH AN INCENDIARY SENSE OF STYLE.
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Braai tongs, R249.95 at Boardmans
Jamie Oliver serving boards, R399.95 at Boardmans
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