Profound words

Whatever you do in life will be insignificant, but it's very important that you do it, 'cause nobody else will. Like when somebody comes into your life and half of you says, " You're nowhere near ready for this", but the other half says." Make it yours forever!"...  Remember Me

Mr. Price paperdoll competition

Nez has taken part in a nation wide competition (South Africa only) where you create a outfit using the latest Mr. Price fashions, she could win a fashion shoot for their catalogue where she would be directing and co-ordinating the clothing, accessories and make up... please vote for her design she could use this opportunity to expand her career if fashion...

www.seventeen.co.za/page/mr-price-paperdoll-1

for the love of vintage

Fashion is one of the things that inspires us the most it allows us to explore our creative side. Cape town is one of the best places to find great vintage clothing and second hand stores is in Long Street is where you should start. The smoothest way to shop is to start near the bottom end and walk towards the mountain (wear comfortable shoes)… that way you can finish your shopping extravaganza with a fabulous Mojito slushi at Lola’s.

Your first brief stop would be the open-air antique market on Church Street – although more for jewellery collectors, you may spot the odd pair of ’70s platform boots or a retro leather jacket.

Best for… pretty sparkly brooches.
Details: Monday-Saturday 8 am-3 pm. Church Street Mall.

From Church Street take a right into Long Street and head to my favouritist vintage shop of them all… tucked right at the back of the Long Street Antique Arcade is the lovely Terri Mullins and her boutique Glitterati.

From the minute you step into that Diagon Alley of musty smells and sparkly bric-a-brac you step into a time machine, and Glitterati is the Vogue magazine that you’d read on your trip through the decades.

Best for… fake fur coats that are sure to keep you warm in the winter months.
Details: 172 Long Street. Tel 082 819 5247. Open Monday – Friday from 10:00-16:30 and Saturday from 9:30-13:30.

A legend in the Cape Town vintage scene is Pandora’s Box, which is one street up and a few blocks away from the Antique Arcade. In the 12 years since it opened many a film star has passed through the doors of this electic second hand shop… just ask owner Nicky Marini. She’ll gladly tell you about the time she met Richard Gere and Leonardo DiCaprio.

Best for… never-been-worn retro ’80s blazers. Grab them while you can!
Details: 79 Loop Street. Tel 021 424 8597.

Back on Long Street, the next must-stop on your vintage tour is Second Time Around, which has been around since 1972! The current owner, Deirdre Sarnitz claims to stock some of the oldest vintage clothing in Cape Town and I can well believe it – one can easily spend hours sifting through her collection.

Best for… well… everything. Although a little pricier than most this is the real deal. And they hire out costumes.
Details: 196 Long Street. Tel 021 423 1674.

Turn right as you come out of Second Time Around and turn right again into Bloem Street where you’ll find hello again. This clothing store, owned by Lynne Groenewald, hosts a combination of young designers and vintage clothing. The second hand clothing, sourced by Wendy van Neel, is mainly ’70s and ’80s and doesn’t form a big part of the store, but it’s worth a peek.

Best for… the vintage Dutch bikes. Sure, they’re not cheap, but at least you’ll be cycling in style.
Details: 44 Bloem Street. Tel 021 4260242.  Check out their blog: helloagainshop.blogspot.com

Next up is Never on a Sunday, which is, quite literally, never open on a Sunday. Clever hey! Pop in to the newly refurbished Baobab Mall (it looks great) and you’ll find Shane Bezuidenout’s vintage store lurking in the back with retro ’70s and ’80s gear.

Best for… I spotted a lovely leather patchwork over-the-shoulder bag for R125.
Details: Baobab Mall, 210 Long Street.

At this point you can decide to break for that refreshing Mojito, or you can continue to the final two stores which sit very close together. So You is owned by Sharifa Mohamed, and, unlike some of the other more eclectic stores, offers a clean and modern décor with an organised selection of well-maintained garments. It’s also still reasonably priced.

Best for… pretty, shiny dresses to give a formal occasion a retro feel.
Details: 303 Long Street.

Finally we stumble upon seventies and ’80s, which is run by Dawie Kiakia and Justin Kaoma who moved to their new location in November last year. And yes, you guessed it, these guys have sourced a super collection of artefacts from the crazy days – prepare for bight neon puffer jackets and sparkly disco accessories.

Best for… white Wayfarer wannabe’s at R49 each.
Details: 305 Long street.

Top Thrifty Tip: Lynne, from hello again, mentioned that an exciting new children’s secondhand boutique and fun place was opening on the 19 June at 201 Bree Street, Cape Town. Check out www.merrypoppins.co.za for more info.

...and for those of you in DURBAN you are not out of luck...

Bizarre, Musgrove Centre. Tel: (031) 201-4321
Antique and modern jewellery. Anything stylish, including costume jewellery from the 1930s.

Nearly New, cnr Florida and Innes Rd, opposite Mitchell Park. Tel: (031) 312-0939
According to owner Linda Mammsen, the shop has been around for 18 years. She keeps upmarket designer labels, and the clientele ranges from 16 to 80 years old, she says. A landmark in Durban, the shop has an extensive range of evening wear, and specialises in hiring out party outfits. So if it's feather boas, Spanish dresses or anything outrageous or costume partyish you need, this is the place to come. There are also ranges of handbags, shoes, gloves and hats. Many of the customers are from overseas, and say they enjoy the sensation of shopping in a little boutique (very big in London and Paris right now).

Pandora, 82 Pandora Road, Malvern. Tel: (011) 622-4882

YesterYear, 21 Thornton Road, Westdene. Tel: (011) 726-5096
Sometimes very interesting jewellery and accessories can be found on their mannequins!

I hope that helps any of you that are interesed in vintage and the likes...take a day to go visit them for your self you wont regret it...