BEAUTIFUL NEW FOSCHINI CONCEPT STORE OPENS AT CAVENDISH

A brand new Foschini concept store will open at Cavendish Square tommorrow, Thursday 2 December 2010. Cavendish Square customers are in for a real treat as this store is a first of its kind and promises shoppers an all new retail therapy experience.

Customers can expect a boutique-like feel in the new concept store which has premium quality fittings and fixtures. The smartwear area containing the Foschini Collection and Oasis by Foschini brands leads you in with high gloss panels, exquisite wallpaper and a twist of modern lighting fixtures. This is cleverly contrasted by the casualwear area carrying the News, Instinct and WWW ranges, with textured floors and natural colours, creating a more relaxed environment.

The most exciting part of the Foschini Cavendish Square store update is the Stoned Cherrie’s Love Movement brand housing that combines a modern juxtaposition of textures with antique finishes. This area shows off the bold, bright and fun range by local designer Nkhensani Nkosi.

In addition to being a top-to-toe destination for ladies fashion, this store carries exciting ranges of kidswear, featuring the in-house brands Renegade for boys and Gossip for girls, as well as the Instinct surf brand for both boys and girls.
This store is set to be the top-to-toe shopping destination for fashion lovers. Come in and take advantage of the store’s opening discount offer, only valid from 2 to 5 December 2010.

Cavendish Square `Beautiful’ Book Literacy Sale for AIDS Day

Five day charity book sale from Wednesday 1 to Sunday 5 December

Cavendish Square will be hosting a fund-raising book sale with AIDS NGO Wola Nani from Wednesday 1 to Sunday 5 December.

Supporting the organization’s work with women, orphans and vulnerable children, Heart 104.9FM will be partnering to raise awareness in line with the station’s “Show your Heart” initiative.

Radio presenter Saskia Falken, will host her on-air Book Club meeting at the Mugg & Bean in Cavendish Square on Saturday 4 December. Her December guest will be Cape Times new books editor and published poet Karin Schimke . Book club members can reserve their attendance online at the Heart104.9 FM website.

In addition, Heart FM personalities will be participating in a daily children’s reader programme. Details of the schedule of participating celebrities can be found on Cavendish Square’s website.

“This month’s theme is `Beautiful Books’” says Well Read Books sale convenor Mark Leach. “Desirable and lavishly illustrated coffee table books will be available – ideal for gift giving! Additionally, fiction, non-fiction, Mind Body Spirit and Africana will be available as well as classic CD and DVD titles.

“At Cavendish Square, the cause of children’s literacy is very close to our hearts. We have therefore decided to host yet another book sale in support of children’s literacy” says Madrie Verwey, Cavendish Square Marketing Manager.

“To date we have entertained and enthralled young readers with a stellar roster of celebrity volunteers including Michelle McLean, etv weatherman Derek Van Dam and freelance writer/broadcaster Nancy Richards”.

Wola Nani, which is Xhosa for `embrace’ was established in 1994. It supports women, orphans and vulnerable children infected and affected by HIV pandemic.

For further enquiries, to volunteer as a children’s reader or to donate books, CDs and DVDs, please contact Mark on 083 342 2261, (021) 424 0497 or mark@wellread-books.com

SASSY NEW ACCESSORIES OUTLET, SASS DIVA, OPENS AT CAVENDISH SQUARE

One of the hottest new fashion accessories labels to hit South Africa, Sass Diva, opens their doors at Cavendish Square today

Said Brenda Bibby, Cavendish Square Centre Manager; “We are thrilled to add Sass Diva to our fashion tenant mix, which is a perfect fit for the centre.”

“Although Cavendish Square is 37 years old this year, the Centre is still viewed as a youthful, fashion forward brand amongst its target audiences. We have managed to keep the centre’s youthful energy through inclusion of fresh new tenants as well as regularly refurbishing and upgrading the centre, ensuring that it is always at the forefront of international retailing trends.”

Sass Diva is a vibrant, young and fast paced company that is always at the forefront of style, aspiration and fashion and has quickly become a market innovator in the fashion accessories industry, with their products featuring regularly in magazine editorials.

The new Sass Diva store at Cavendish Square can be found next to Levi’s on the first level.

To be the first to know about other exciting changes happening at Cavendish Square become a fan of Cavendish Square on facebook. The centre also offers numerous daily competitions and will keep you informed of retailer special offers and events. Go to www.cavendish.co.za to sign up now.

Movember fashion for mo-bros and mo-sistas – the perfect excuse to go shopping!

Cultivate the perfect moustache to go with latest men’s fashion trends
After years in the fashion wilderness, moustaches are back, and with good reason! Celebs such as Brad Pitt, Jack Black and George Clooney have all been spotted sporting moustaches. Moustaches are also a hot trend on the international runways, and there springing back everywhere from university campuses to the corporate world.

You may ask why? Well, because November is no more - it has been officially renamed Movember. Movember began in Australia in 2003 with a plan to bring the moustache back into fashion and as a bit of a joke, and to do something to raise awareness about men’s health issues. It has since swept the world and this is South Africa’s first official year participating and upper lips around the country are getting a little fuzzier this month.

Movember aims to raise awareness for men's health issues such as prostate and testicular cancer by getting guys to register with a clean shaven face at the beginning of Movember at www.movember.com and then they have the month to grow and groom a Mo (moustache)! All funds raised go to CANSA’s Men’s Health Programmes.

Local Southern Suburbs resident, comedian Stuart Taylor - best known as the “Going Nowhere Slowly” guy and the “Learner Husband” was spotted trying out his “mo” with some stylish new men’s wear available at Cavendish Square. Stuart recently became a dad for the second time, and when not being kept busy running after an almost three-year-old and changing nappies of his one month old baby, he is very busy on the corporate circuit.

WIN “MO-VELLOUS” FASHION FROM CAVENDISH SQUAREFor your chance to win “mo-vellous” fashion, become a fan of Cavendish Square on facebook. Find the Cavendish Movember 2010 photo gallery and tag the famous person who you think has the coolest “mo”. Cavendish fans can also send in their pictures of themselves with “mos” to get into the draw for the Best Fan “Mo”
These hot prizes are up fro grabs from Cavendish Retailers:
• R4000 gift vouchers from Jay Jays – Cavendish newest and hottest unisex fashion retailer
• A Fabiani sanforized mercerised cotton Shirt available in white, light blue, red, navy and black, valued at R799.99, from Fabiani Cavendish Square
• Canterbury vintage red 100% cotton twill flat front shorts, and 100% cotton shirt, as worn by Stuart Taylor, valued at R739.99 from Canterbury Cavendish Square
• R500 gift voucher from Old Khaki Cavendish Square
• Denim jeans valued at R699 from Polo Cavendish Square

SPORT UNLIMITED OPENS “ROCKING” NEW STORE AT CAVENDISH SQUARE

Sport Unlimited has recently launched a “rocking” new store at Cavendish Square shopping centre in Cape Town.

This well known retailer caters to just about all sporting codes but specialise in surf and skate brands. At the Cavendish Square store, situated on the First Level, customers will find an altogether new shopping experience, making it easier for them to find items amongst the wide selection of surf and skate brands.

Said Brenda Bibby, Cavendish Square Centre Manager, “Although Cavendish Square is 37 years old this year, the centre has also prided itself on being fashion forward in its thinking. This is represented in the mix of tenants that the centre houses, with brands constantly evolving to stay ahead of trends. Sport Unlimited brings to Cavendish some really hot brands such as Billabong, Quiksilver, Roxy, Rip Curl,Hurley, and Fox – brands that our youthful shoppers love.”

Added Bibby, “We must commend Sport Unlimited on the brilliant job they have done with their brand new store at Cavendish Square, which is fresh, functional and contemporary. The Sport Unlimited team have a knack for reading what their customers would like to see in store and this is reflected in their merchandising.”

For more information about Sport Unlimited, go to www.sportunlimited.co.za.

To be the first to know about other exciting changes happening at Cavendish Square become a fan of Cavendish Square on facebook. The centre also offers numerous daily competitions and will keep you informed of retailer special offers and events. Go to www.cavendish.co.za to sign up now.

A WORLD AWAITS YOU AT THE NEW MUSICA STORE AT CAVENDISH SQUARE

The new Musica store situated next to Clicks in Cavendish Square is a must visit destination for movie buffs, music lovers and gaming junkies. South Africa’s most popular music store has revamped its Cavendish store making it one of the most state of the art entertainment stores in the country.

Said Cavendish Square Centre Manager, Brenda Bibby: “Cavendish Square is one of Cape Town’s oldest centres, and a much-loved destination for both locals and visitors. Over its illustrious history, the centre has seen many changes but has always remained true to its roots and ensures that it offers all that its customers desire. Musica is an old favourite in our centre, and it is just one of our many long term tenants that have revamped this year.”

Added Bibby, “New Clicks Holding has shown their faith in Cavendish Square by not only revamping Musica but also adding a brand new Clicks store to the mix. We are sure that our customers will enjoy the new shopping experience at Musica which offers all the latest in CDs, DVDs and gaming. Their friendly staff are always happy to source rare items for customers and offer product advice, ensuring customer satisfaction.”

In addition to CDs, DVDs and gaming options, Musica at Cavendish Square is also a retailer of cellular phones and contracts, media players, and speakers and docking stations.

For more information about Musica, go to www.musica.co.za.

To be the first to know about other exciting changes happening at Cavendish Square become a fan of Cavendish Square on facebook. The centre also offers numerous daily competitions and will keep you informed of retailer special offers and events. Go to www.cavendish.co.za to sign up now.

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NEW JAY JAYS STORE AT CAVENDISH SQUARE OFFERS HOTTEST YOUTH FASHION

Australian retailer, Jay Jays, has opened its doors at Cavendish Square shopping centre. Jay Jays offers youth orientated street style fashion at very affordable prices.

Said Brenda Bibby, Cavendish Square Centre Manager: “We are delighted to welcome Jay Jays to the centre and believe that they will add something new and exciting to our fashion tenant mix.”

Added Bibby, “Having been in this business for 37 years, we know that it is always important to stay on top of trends and ensure that our fashion tenant mix appeals to our target audiences. We are regularly revitalizing the mix to ensure that all our customers’ needs are met. Jay Jays offers our youthful customers fresh new street styles at incredibly affordable prices.”

Jay Jays lives by the motto that they offer their customers the freedom to express themselves and be whoever they want to be, but at prices that won’t bust the budget!

Recognising that their customers are very much a part of the online community, and that they interact with brands online, Jay Jays has created something called “Jayvatars” which allow customers to make a “mini version” of themselves and customise and dress up whichever way they like. This is a truly fun application, aimed at the youth market. For more information or to create your own “Jayvatar” go to www.jayjays.co.za.

To be the first to know about other exciting changes happening at Cavendish Square become a fan of Cavendish Square on facebook. The centre also offers numerous daily competitions and will keep you informed of retailer special offers and events. Go to www.cavendish.co.za to sign up now.

CAVENDISH SQUARE LITERACY BOOK SALE RAISES CLOSE TO R70 000 FOR CHARITY

R68 557 was raised at the Cavendish Square Children’s Literacy Book Sale hosted at the centre last week.

Bookworms descended en-masse at Cavendish Square for the inaugural Cavendish Square Literacy Book Sale, which was themed around National Children’s Day. Celebrities including Heart 104.9FM presenter – Saskia Falken, E-TV weatherman – Derek van Dam, SAFM presenter – Nancy Richards and former Miss Universe – Michelle McLean gave up their time to read stories to children from some of Exclusive Books’ bestselling books.

All the funds raised from the sale of books at the first Literacy Books Sale will go to NGO, Wola Nani’s programmes for orphans and vulnerable children.

Said Brenda Bibby – Cavendish Square Centre Manager, “We are thrilled that our customers showed their support for raising awareness about the importance of literacy. We are looking forward to hosting the next book sale to commemorate World Aids Day on 1 December.”

Added Bibby, “We must commend the team from Well Read Books for organizing such a professional event on behalf of Cavendish Square and Wola Nani and putting together a wonderful selection of contemporary and classic children’s titles which proved incredibly popular amongst the Cavendish Square shoppers.”

NEW AMERICAN SWISS STORE AT CAVENDISH SQUARE SPARKLES

114 years after opening in Cape Town, American Swiss has recently opened a brand new beautiful concept store in one of Cape Town’s oldest shopping centres, Cavendish Square.

Said Brenda Bibby, Centre Manager for Cavendish Square: “Much like Cavendish Square, which has been Capetonians’ perfect excuse to go shopping for 37 years now, American Swiss is also steeped in history and has managed to maintain its market leader position through constantly keeping abreast of trends.”

Added Bibby, “American Swiss is just one of many long term tenants that have recently undergone a makeover and we are thrilled with their new store which has opened up on the ground level. The store combines some very modern retailing trends with the traditional, and makes fine-jewellery accessible to everyone.”

American Swiss remains the contemporary jewellery retailer of choice – offering stylish and fashionable jewellery and international watch brands to aspirational individuals. Throughout its history, American Swiss has been at the cutting edge of jewellery trends, complementing the hottest look of the time with the luxury and brilliance of fine quality diamond jewellery and watches.

This is also reflected in its very modern store, which opens up into common spaces outside its Cavendish Square store, through the introduction of a jewellery “barrow” which offers more affordable jewellery

American Swiss is home to some top local and international fashion jewellery brands including Chete, Donna Mia and Charm School. In addition, American Swiss is also a leading stockist of international watch brands including Guess, Fossil, Michel Herbelin, Calvin Klein, Diesel and Michael Kors.

In time for Christmas, American Swiss has added an online application called “The StyList”, which allows shoppers to browse through its catalogue online and select merchandise that they would like, and share with friends via facebook. What better way to drop a hint to a husband or boyfriend who is always buying the wrong Christmas gifts?

For more information about American Swiss or to start using “The StyList”, go to www.americanswiss.co.za.

To be the first to know about other exciting changes happening at Cavendish Square become a fan of Cavendish Square on facebook. The centre also offers numerous daily competitions and will keep you informed of retailer special offers and events. Go to www.cavendish.co.za to sign up now.

CAPE TOWN WELCOMES HOME SA’S GOT TALENT TOP THREE

TOP THREE TO PERFORM AT CAVENDISH SQUARE – SATURDAY 13 NOVEMBER AT 13H00

Cape Town really proved that they have talent at the finals of SA’S GOT TALENT last week with the top three and winner all hailing from the Mother City.

Cavendish Square has organised a heroes welcome for Cape Town’s top talent, and ALL of the top three will perform at the Centre Court next Saturday 13 November from 13h00.

Performing will be winner, James Bhemgee – a former street sweeper and unemployed tenor, runner-up, Constable Madalene Abrahams – a local policewoman and third placed group, Limited Drum Corps, who also come from very humble backgrounds and had to borrow drums for their show stopping performance.

Facebook fans have dubbed Bhemjee as “South Africa’s own Susan Boyle – only better” and South Africa was reduced to tears when the 45 year old former street sweeper and unemployed tenor James Bhemgee won SA’s Got Talent on SABC 2. Bhemjee won R250 000.

Bhemjee beat fellow Capetonian vocalist and policewoman, Madalene Abrahams (32) who came second, with The Limited Drum Corps coming third making it a 1,2,3 for Cape Town.

Bhemjee was first “discovered” on the streets of Cape Town by a woman who overheard him singing whilst he was working as a street sweeper. She was so impressed that she paid for Bhemgee to have vocal lessons and today he performs with the group, the Cape Flats Tenors, but until now, was waiting for his big break.

Runner up, Constable Madalene Abrahams, sang her way into second place with a near perfect performance of Whitney Houston’s “I Will Always Love You.” By day a policewoman, the transformation tonight into glamorous diva left the audience speechless.

The three judges had no say in last week’s grand finale and it was purely based on public votes. But they did have a lot to say about Bhemjee’s win: “You are so humble but blessed with a stunning talent” said Ian von Memerty; “You are natural and proved there is no need to show off” commented Randall Abrahams; with Shado Twala telling him that he could “perform anywhere in the world.”

Shado Twala also added that “Cape Town’s proved that they’ve REALLY got talent!”
Join Cavendish Square in welcoming the top three home next Saturday 13 November at 13h00 at Cavendish Square Centre Court. The event is FREE of CHARGE.

An ideal position to watch the proceeding is at Col’Cacchio’s pizzeria in Cavendish Square. Call them on 021-674 6387 to reserve a table.

For further information go to Cavendish Square’s Facebook fan page where you’ll also find details of exciting competitions and retailer specials, or call Cavendish Square on 021 657 5600.

LOCAL CELEBRITIES GIVE UP THEIR TIME TO READ STORIES TO CHILDREN

These celebrities will be reading from some of Exclusive's Books' best selling children's stories in a bid to raise awareness for the importance of Children's Literacy.


The schedule for readers is:
Thursday 4 November at 14h00 - Heart 104.9FM's radio presenter, Saskia Falken
Friday 5 November at 14h00 - ETV Weatherman, Derek van Dam
Saturday 6 November at 12h30 - Former Miss Universe, Michelle McLean
Saturday 6 November at 13h30 - SAFM radio presenter, Nancy Richards


The Centre will also be hosting a Charity Book Sale in conjunction with Wola Nani and Heart 104.9FM in aid of Children's Literacy programmes from Thursday 4 November to Sunday 7 November.

All activities will take place in the Cavendish Square Centre Court on the lower ground level.

Kids-themed Charity Book Sale at Cavendish Square

Get to Cavendish Square this weekend and show your support for children's literacy.

The centre will be hosting a charity initiative for Children's Day (Saturday 6 NOvember) and will be hosting a Kids-themed Charity Book Sale to support children’s literacy.

The sale will be held in conjunction with Heart 104.9FM and will be held in support of NGO Wola Nani's programme for orphans and vulnerable children.

It takes place in Cavendish Square Centre Court from Thursday 4 – Sunday 7 November.

Apart from a normal array of adult fiction and non-fiction, the book sale will specifically showcase children's books featuring both contemporary and classic children’s titles for today’s younger readers. In addition, there will be vintage children’s books for adult collectors (Hardy Boys, Just William, Biggles, etc) as well as investment quality volumes showcasing famous children’s illustrators (Arthur Rackham, Edmund Dulac, etc).

“This is a great opportunity to celebrate the joys of childhood – at any age” says Mark Leach, sale convenor of Well Read Books. “From Harry Potter to the Famous Five, from Dr Seuss to the Borrowers and from Arthur Ransome to Roald Dahl – our November Cavendish Square Book Sale will not only promote children’s literacy but will celebrate the inner child in us all”.

“We are starting our charity book sale calendar with Children’s Day,” said Madrie Verwey, Cavendish Square marketing manager. “ To promote children’s literacy, we will be launching a kiddies reader programme, where readers will either be celebrities, local children’s authors, Heart 104.9FM DJ’s or children’s literacy volunteers.

Additionally, local radio personality, Heart 104.9 FM’s Saskia Falken, will host her Book Club author meetings at the Mugg & Bean in Cavendish Square.

The Cavendish Square Children’s Day charity book sale starts on Thursday 4 November and runs until Sunday 7 November.

This will be the first in a series of ongoing, themed charity book sales at Cavendish in support of children’s literacy.

For further enquiries, to volunteer as a children’s reader or to donate books, CDs and DVDs, please contact Mark on 083 342 2261, (021) 424 0497 or mark@wellread-books.com

Win VIP tickets to SA Weddings Bride of Year Competition and watch the SA vs Argentina Polo Match at Val de Vie Wine and Polo Estate

Cavendish Square has another treat for all those romantics facebook fans out there... a chance to win two VIP tickets to the spectacular final of the sawedding.co.za annual bride of the year competition will take place at Val de Vie Polo estate in Franschhoek on Saturday the 13th of February. Simply go to the Cavendish Square fan page and mark that you like the Bride of the Year post! The winner will be notified tomorrow afternoon (Friday 12 February)

The theme for this year's event is A DAY AT THE RACES, and will include a fashion show featuring some of Cavendish Square's favourite fashion outlets including: Jo Borkett, Monsoon, Marion & Lindie, Slate, Stuttafords, Nicci Boutique, with accesories provided by Accessorize.

12 Finalists from over 3500 entrants will have the chance to dust off their wedding dress and strut their stuff in front of celebrity judges in pursuit of prizes worth R160 000.

Entrance to the fun filled event is only R200 and includes a picnic, Champagne, Show, polo and After party and goodie bag for each guest. Go to www.saweddings.co.za to get your ticket and cast your vote for your favorite finalist.

Win two sets of double tickets to see Tom Jones live in Concert

Cavendish Square has a special Valentine’s Day gift for their loyal facebook fans… a chance to win two sets of double tickets to see the sensational Tom Jones live in concert at the Grand Arena on Wednesday 7th April 2010. To stand a chance to win, go to the Cavendish Square fan page and click on the Tom Jones status update - mark that you like the post or tell us why you think you should get the tickets.

The legendary Welsh showman brings his dynamic show of both greatest hits and unexpected treats to the Grand Arena, Grand West Casino and Entertainment World in Cape Town on Wednesday 7th April 2010 and at the Sun City Superbowl on Saturday 10th April 2010.

Tom is a living legend who has befriended, collaborated and hung out with practically every key character in the music and showbiz worlds; he has the rare ability to cut across generations and genres, appealing to young and old, mainstream and cutting edge alike. One of the great performers of both the 20th and 21st centuries, he’s widely recognized as one of the godfathers of modern soul, a man without whom the likes of Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson, Joss Stone and Duffy would never have existed.

Incredibly, after making music for 45 years, it has been suggested by critics on both sides of the Atlantic that his latest album 24 Hours might just be his best yet. Recently certified Gold, it is a collection of largely original songs that Tom has co-written, containing some of the most personal and revealing work in his 5 decade long career.

Tom is thoroughly enjoying bringing a show that presents repertoire from the 60’s to the present to audiences in a variety of venues across the world which include classic hits Its Not Unusual, What’s New Pussycat, She’s A Lady, Sex Bomb, Burning Down The House and more.

Sir Tom is coming back into the nation's arenas and hearts with a repertoire that spans decades and generations; or in the more humble words of a true music fan, "I'm just opening up shop again. Let's see who comes in through the door."

Recent reviews of Tom Jones’ US Tour have been abundant with praise:

“Tom Jones’ hugely entertaining set…found the Welsh singer having more fun than would appear healthy for a man his age….he performed his songs with an energy, flair and wit that should put performers half his age to shame” Variety

“He…served notice that [he] still has it going on, and it was no idle boast” Boston Globe

“This performer’s true calling card has always been the pipes. Tom Jones [performed with] the iron will of a true entertainer who proved he still has what it takes….and you had to love him” Vanity Fair


Tour Itinerary

Cape Town
Wednesday 7th April 2010
Grand Arena, Grandwest Casino and Entertainment World.
Tickets R330 – R580

Johannesburg
Saturday 10th April 2010
Superbowl Sun City
Tickets R330 – R580

Win two tickets to the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon Women's Workshop

Cavendish Square is giving away two tickets to the official Two Oceans workshop, entitled ‘POWER, STRENGTH and BEAUTY in WOMEN’S RUNNING’. The workshop is organised by the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon race office and the Sports Science Institute of South Africa (SSISA), and presented by Runner’s World Magazine, and will be held on Saturday 13 February 2010 at the SSISA conference centre in Boundary Road, Newlands.

For a chance to win, simply reply to this message or mark that you like this on the post on Cavendish Square's facebook fan page.

The workshop is intended to help those participating in the 2010 Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon prepare for the race day on 3 April and promises to be highly informative with practical presentations which will focus on essential training concepts, nutritional, motivational and technical advice as well as “beauty-on-the run” for women runners.

Speakers will include a dietician, physiotherapist, sports scientist, Fairlady Beauty editor, Urban Sanctuary and our very own Frith van der Merwe (Old Mutual Two Ocean’s women’s record holder).

Topics will include training tips for the fairer sex, running kit for women, healthy eating for an active lifestyle, coping as a female runner, making life changes, financial fitness, beauty routines-on-the-run and plenty of inspiration, including insights into Frith van der Merwe’s most amazing running experiences and performances.

The workshop fee is R295 and this will include a PUMA goodie bag, handouts from the presentations, light refreshments and a finger-lunch. Registration is at 08h30 and the workshop will end at about 14h30.

Attendees stand a chance to win great prizes from our sponsors in the lucky draw and there are also spot prizes, including four pairs of Puma running shoes, state-of-the-art foot scans, Moyo foot and hand rituals and others. By signing up for the Cavendish VIPs, you can win a R3000 Cavendish Square gift card.

Seating is limited and pre-payments are required, so contact Nthabeleng Meso on [021] 659 5649 or email workshop@ssisa.com to book your seat and make the necessary payment arrangements.

For the latest information and the Old Mutual Virtual Coach training programmes visit www.twooceansmarathon.org.za.

Cavendish Square makes a fashionable entrance at the J&B Met

Always fashionably first, Cavendish Square embarked on an incredibly unique project at this year’s J&B Met - Cape Town premier fashion and social event. Partnering with FEDISA, Cavendish Square took the 2009 Cavendish New Faces winners and finalists to the J&B Met, dressed in stunning, completely over the top creations, designed by the first year students at FEDISA.

Said Madrie Verwey, Cavendish Square’s Marketing Manager, “We wanted to do something a little bit different and really make a statement at this year’s J&B Met, and in so doing get the Cavendish brand exposure in a subtle and sophisticated way.”

The 6 2009 Cavendish New Face winners and finalists were dressed in unique creations, specially designed by some of the first year students at FEDISA (Future Excellence Design Institute of South Africa) - the only registered and accredited private institution offering a BA degree in fashion in the Western Cape.

Allan Le Roux, FEDISA’s CEO and Academic Director, said, “We are always looking for opportunities to expose our students to real working situations whilst their studies are on-going, and we jumped at the opportunity to get involved with Cavendish Square’s J&B Met promotion which was an entirely unique concept.”

Allan adds, “The students worked through the holiday period to complete signature looks for Cavendish Square, working within the J&B Met theme for this year, “In full colour”, whilst still making sure that Cavendish’s brand identity was easily identifiable. We are incredibly proud of their achievement and have received fantastic feedback about their designs, and a lot of interest from the public.”

Added Madrie Verwey, “Cavendish Square’s 2009 Face of Fashion winners, Tamsin Groom and Don Madge, actually made into the semi-finals of the J&B Met Most Elegant Couple Competition – an incredible achievement considering that their competition were wearing creations from some of the country’s top designers!”

“We were also very honoured to have walked away with the coveted “Best J&B Met Centre Court display” in a shopping mall in the Western Cape, where we up against the likes of Tygervalley and V&A Waterfront. In keeping with the J&B Met theme, “In full colour”, the team created a stylish and elegant display which included mannequins with handmade J&B branded bodices and a burst of textures and bright colours in the skirts. The concept for the display was devised entirely in-house and featured beautiful floral creations by Fabulous Flowers, a Cavendish Square tenant.”

For further information, go to www.cavendish.co.za, or register to become a fan of Cavendish Square on facebook where you can see all the spectacular creations for yourself, plus pictures of J&B Met celebs and Most Elegant Couples.

BARGAINS GALORE AT CAVENDISH SUMMER SALE

Cavendish Square’s Summer Sale 2010 is expected to attract thousands of shoppers, on the ultimate bargain hunt. The sale runs from 28 to 31 January 2010.

Cavendish is expecting a very good turn out at this year’s Summer Sale. Many people appear to have curbed excessive spending over the festive season, saving their hard-earned cash for the January sales. Others still, just make a day of it, grabbing some lunch and strolling the mall in search of the ultimate bargains.

Many people buy higher end designer goods, as the discount on some of these labels is incredible – and people still demand high quality, even in an economic downturn.

Shoppers enjoy the one-stop shop element of Cavendish Square, which is known for the widest range of sales, all in one place. Almost all of Cavendish’s retailers will be participating in the sale this year, so there will be brilliant bargains aplenty. There will be huge price cuts across the board in men’s, ladies and children’s fashions, audiovisual and electrical, accessories, jewellery, homeware and beauty.

For more information on Cavendish Square Summer Sale visit our website on www.cavendish.co.za . Log on today and find out how to join the Cavendish VIPs and win your share of R150 000 in prizes.

Mugg & Bean Cavendish continues to impress!

Review by Bianca Coleman

In the beginning there was coffee, and it was good.

Mugg & Bean was founded in 1996 on a philosophy of generosity, with large portions and bottomless coffee. Two years later, the brand was franchised and Mugg & Beans popped up everywhere, and luckily in Cavendish Square as well.

Open from 8am (9am on weekends) till 10pm, Mugg & Bean’s menu is divided into breakfast time, lunch time, dinner time and any time. While these categories refer to the types of dishes, all of them can be enjoyed any time, including breakfast which is served all day. This brilliant for people who firmly believe breakfast is the most important meal but don’t necessarily wish to rise from their beds before noon. Or before 5pm, for that matter.

The All American Breakfast - two fried eggs, back bacon, beef sausage, Boston beans, grilled tomato, M&B wedges with a slice of M&B toast – is the most popular but there are a few new things on the menu worth checking out too. Like the Delite Breakfast, which is poached egg and gypsy ham on health toast with cream cheese and cherry tomatoes with a side of fresh apple. Yum.

Also new is the Cuban steak sandwich, served on Italian flatbread with jalapeños and
sautéed onions topped with a fried egg, which is absolutely delicious, and by the way, those wedges….OMG…so light and fluffy and irresistible.

Mugg & Bean is a wi-fi hotspot, which, along with the food and the famous bottomless coffee (still only R12,90), makes it a great place for your unofficial branch office. The boss need never know.