Partying with Fish Eagle

Yo these Fish Eagle parties are insane.

The good people from Distell have been taking us to various parts of the country.

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ALS GOING INSANE

 ALS... ALL LOVE SUNDAYS is at it again.

 Once again a platform for South Africans to witness huge African acts perform. This week we have Flavor, Timaya, Fali Ipupa and more.

 Decks held down by Fanatic, Capital, Lenoir, Twins on Deck and Snypes.

 7pm... free before 9pm

 Try an ALS jam jar, ALS bomb and ALS orgasm

 Take Monday off

 ALS

Adidas Originals

I love vintage... I love old school. I love brands that adapt to the new era but still maintain their authenticity.

Adidas is one of the coolest brands from day one. The ability to cross-over between sports and street wear with flair. From Run DMC, the Spanish football team and the average Joseph... They cater to us and to their heritage.

I checked out the Adidas Originals store in Melrose Arch for their "Get on the bus" event. The Adibus is so fresh... You'll understand when you get to check it out.

Some cool people were out there, my buddy Thithi from Red Bull tried on every pair in the building, Siphiwe Mpye from GQ was in the building... Always so chilled(I thought I was chilled). Slikour was out there hogging the camera(check him out on Jam Alley), I tried to convince Professor to get the correct pair but dude said he only mess with shell-toes... Oh well.

Bob and Kenzhero made magic on the musical decks. The evening was dope, great kick, gear and people... Well done Adidas.

Oh... Thank you for my fresh pair.

Eat at the Green Peppercorn

Morningside Shopping Center is great for all kinds of shopping. My favourite tobacconist is out there, some great clothing stores(you can get fresh Superdry out there),it's where I buy my supplements, wine and it's easy for grocery shopping. The place is also blessed with numerous great restaurants and a vibe that few places in Johannesburg possess.

It's easy to head to the Tasha's(Johannesburg's trendiest eatery franchise) or Tsunami(slept on... great fish and sushi) but I recently discovered the "Green Peppercorn". Almost hidden away, the space is indoor and outdoor and allows for the cosy or group vibe.

Service is quick, I usually get annoyed when I have more than one waiter because they tend to confuse each other, but they get it right here... menu,drink,food,bill... all at rhythmic pace. Waiter even had jokes. Funny or not... I appreciate the effort.

The menu is diverse; large mains or quick finger foods... I dabbled in a prawn wrap and my dude killed a monster steak sandwich... his sandwich looked like it had a rump in it. The menu has everything from fish dishes, salads and a large dessert choice.

They also offer freshly squeezed juices, the real joints... I love those since regular juice contains a lot of sugar... they hit the spot. I would say that the spot is more for lunch than supper, but that's just my opinion.

Not knocking Tasha's... but take a few steps and try out the Green Peppercorn.

You know I put you on... trust me.

Nanamica so fresh

Part of the reason I wish to travel more, is experiencing new tastes, sights and fabrics. I live my country and city but a lack of exposure to other turfs and cultures, really does limit one in life. An associate of mine who travels a lot came back from Japan with such fresh gear and I was hating on him.

He had items and labels I hadn't heard of. I didn't take kindly to this since I like to stay abreast of what's really good in the world of fashion and retail. One of the brands my dude had was a brand by the name of, "Nanamica". Remember this... google now.

They are known for their excellent outerwear and for being behind the only The North Face Purple Label Collection, the brand impressed me with its perfect fusion of casual style and technical fabrics. it's like futuristic vintage(hope that makes sense).

The collection offers Loopwheeler t-shirts, fleece jackets and vests and of course an impressive range of Gore-Tex infused outerwear. Bottom-line... the shit is fly. I love their luggage too... very versatile.

Unfortunately, I haven't found any places in Johannesburg that have the label, but I have purchased a few items on the internet. When you tell cats that you can't get the gear out here, they think you're flossing on them... but you're can't.

I look forward to getting my hands on more of it, Japan isn't part of the plan but hopefully on other turf.

Why ladies find chunky dudes sexy

Biggie, Big Pun, HHP, Rick Ross and 90% of Big Nuz... these brothers used to and currently get female fans in a frenzy. Rick Ross spends most of his time topless... a lot of time. The man has no tone whatsoever, yet he doesn't care... why you ask?

 When HHP steps on stage... all hell breaks loose. Female fans also lose their minds whenever Big Nuz jumps on... why you ask?

Although being overweight is deemed as unhealthy or an indication of depression, it's also a sign of extreme confidence. Think about it, a man is so comfortable in his own skin and therefore insists on showing it like Rick Ross. That man is bound to have presence and command your attention.

Now if you take into account that the dude dresses as well as Rick Ross or dances as well as HHP or Big Nuz, how are you not going to be drawn to him?

Despite the very obvious size, chunky dudes are not viewed as threatening. Ask yourself why so many chunky dudes go by the name of "Tiny". Women love the huggable and lovable character, they love the bear hugs, love the boyish charm from someone who is not focused on their own looks and will take attention away from them.

Ladies find chunky dudes sexy because they exude love and safety. They exude comfort and joy... They love themselves and love others... There's a whole lot more for them to old onto.

Swag is Dead

The Head Honcho society is about to turn it up in Cape Town on July 30th at Alba Lounge.

With Fanatic, Milkshake, PH, Loyd and Lyle on the decks... It will be on smash.

9pm

R80... R100 VIP

Come looking hella fresh

The Annual DJ Naves Party Tour 2011

DJ NAVES PRESENTS
THE DJ NAVES BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION TOUR 2011!!!

Two weekends, five cities and seven rockstar celebrations!

METROFM hot shot weekend DJ and The PreParty co-presenter, DJ Naves,  presents a larger than before instalment of his infamous annual and  much anticipated birthday celebration event. To mirror the growth and  current stature of the partystarter DJ, this means that the event has  grown out of Johannesburg to reach Pretoria, Bloemfontein, Cape Town,  Durban and East London. He?s bringing the DJ Naves flavor to the  party, city by city,along with his friends...the hottest entertainers in  the country!

DJ Naves is proud to announce that the following DJ Lineup has been  confirmed for the 2011 tour?: MetroFM?s Glen Lewis, SPHEctacula,  Nutty, Lulo Café, Naked DJ, T Deep and Tira, Sizwe Dhlomo, Euphonik,  Milkshake, Dimplez, Vigilante, C-Live,Franky and more.

Not to be missed!

THE DJ NAVES BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION TOUR 2011!

Twitter: @djnaves
Facebook: Lebogang DJ Naves Naves

Event Details

City                  Date                       Venue
Pretoria            28th July 2011        Moloko, Hatfield
Johannesburg   29th July 2011        The Bank, Rosebank
Nelspruit          30th July 2011        Capellos, Riverside
Cape Town      4th August 2011      221, V&A Waterfront
Durban             5th August 2011      De La Soul, Morningside
East London     6th August 2011      Xanadu, Berea
Johannesburg    7th August 2011      Icon, Sandton

For Further Info Contact:
Lebo Naves/ info@djnaves.co.za/072 426 6296
Sphe Ngwenya/dj@sphectacula.co.za/ 082 720 8456

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CHILLING WITH NONI GASA

Noni Gasa (28). TV personality, fashion journo, stylist, lecturer and serial "most stylish" award winner :-)

How are you?

How am I? Well, I don't know, you tell me. How do I look?!

Where are you from?

Just about every corner of KwaZulu-Natal, spanning eMahlabathini to eMaphumulo, eMpangeni right through to Durban (or is that eDebhen?), and now living in Jo’burg, of course.

What keeps a roof over your head?

God, and secondly, getting paid to do what I love: fashion journalism, consulting, lecturing and a bit of TV presenting when it interests me.

Has fashion always been your passion?

Well, my interests are media in general. I started off as a journalist for Media 24 magazines in 2004 before moving over to Conde Nast, publishers of GLAMOUR and GQ, in 2008. I honestly landed in fashion by default and not by design (no pun intended.). It was the synchronicity of the writing, the clothing line I had at Legit, some best-dressed awards and a stroke of pure luck that made it all come together under this broad "fashion" umbrella. But don't be mistaken: it's never been about the fabulosity and air kisses for me. It's purely business.




What is it that you love about modelling?

Funny, I get that all the time. A lot of people seem to think I am or have been a model, but really, I've never been a professional model before! Sadly, I wouldn't qualify even if I tried - I'm all of 1.67m! Every shoot, every catwalk appearance or model-like thing I've ever done has always been in my capacity as a public personality. It's either I'm advertising a product, endorsing a campaign or being featured in a magazine. But thanks anyway, I take it as a compliment.

Word is you actually teach fashion?

Yes, I study and lecture at LISOF in Rosebank and Hatfield, Pretoria. I take the second-year students for a subject called Fashion Media Studies. It includes a diverse range of things like fashion PR, catwalk reporting, blogging, film and fashion advertising. I'm almost two years deep and still loving it! My students make it worthwhile.

In the creative sector, people don't view school as important, what's your take?

There's no formula for success, no. I know tons of people who went on to become big names without obtaining tertiary qualifications. But I wasn't that lucky, and I sure wasn't that smart! I've always believed in having a reliable tool kit: a set of formal skills and an academic foundation which would properly equip me. I come from a scholastic family where reading lay at the centre of our universe, whether it was reading the Bible or daily newspapers. I vividly recall the day my dad banned us from watching telly in the early '90s (to be precise, he walked in on a kissing scene in Santa Barbara and, well, nuff said.) Being the disciplinarian that he was, he made me narrate Wilbur Smith's 500+ page "Rage" to him every evening for several weeks, and by the end of that, I loved reading so much that I was starting to buy my own stash!

 
Formal education was simply a way of life for us, it's just what was expected. Even as I grew older and "earned" the right to make my own choices, I stayed self-motivated to keep studying, and by the end of that, I loved reading so much that I started doing it voluntarily! I'm completing my second degree now, and fuckin' hell ... I'm wrestling a thesis that's kicking my ass! But books are cool, man. Nerds are the new black! I'll keep studying. If not for bragging rights, then to feed my curiosity, jog my brain cells and to simply avoid having dumbass kids. Geeky is the new black!

There has been a recent boom in local street wear brands, think this will last?

The streets will outlive the brands, that’s for sure. We’re yet to see which new brands will stand the test of time and live to see a Centenary à la Converse, Superga, Levi's etc. Personally, I think a boom is great! [It's] a positive sign of growth and increased accessibility. You can never have too many players in the game - each talks to a different market, has a unique identity, personality and ethos. And besides, commercial competition is to the consumer's gain: more choice, less price.


What's the next big trend in ladies fashion?

Coral is HUGE this summer! Get yourself one or two salmon pink items and/or soft accessories in coral hues. Old Westerns are also the inspiration behind the denim shirt, studs, suede and fringe/tassel trend. If it's a dress, make sure it has a '60s swing! And I spoke to a fashion editor friend of mine at one of the local mags yesterday, and she tells me that 'colour blocking' is still big next season. Yay!

What items do all men need to have?

Good skincare products, a decent luggage set, at least two different colognes, a classic big face leather watch, and I'm a sucker for fresh 'tighty whiteys'. Wardrobe essentials: a black or camel trench coat, quality black leather shoes (not 'ama kick and bhoboza'), thin-sole lace-up sneakers (the kind that look like shoes), tons of plain AND plaid cotton shirts, vintage-style tees, a couple of golf shirts (for lazy days), wool V-neck cardigans (a must!), a slim-fit tailored suit, scarves (skinny silks or chunky wools), and unassuming accessories like quality belts and shades that don't scream!

Err, did I leave anything out?

Any plans for your own clothing label?

Yes, you'll be the first to know when it launches. It'll be very different to anything I've done before, but yeah, beeg tings a'gwaan.

So you're on twitter now? Please follow me?

See, THIS is why it took me so goddamn long to get on! you asking me to stalk you? Ok ke, if you insist.

What has been your most memorable styling job?

Wow, there are really too many to mention, and memorable for very different reasons! Last year I styled a cosmetics commercial where I had to foot a R4000 bill for damaged clothes. That's sometimes the risk of the job. And recently, I did Judith Sephuma's new album cover and sleeve, where I commissioned a top florist (Franz Grabe) to make her three dresses using live flowers. That was really challenging: fitting the garments, handling them with caution, spraying the flowers with water to keep them fresh, and then chucking the entire wardrobe in the bin afterwards! The results were awesome, though, well worth the trouble! You should get a copy. Yo, and are you going to let me style AKA's next video or what?

 * Follow Noni on twitter: @NoniGasa.

At the time of going to print Ms Gasa had not yet tweeted. Nevertheless, follow her to be the first in line ("coming soon", she promised!) *sigh* fashionably late... naturally.