Mens wedding rings

I've had a lot of requests for wedding band recently.

But the bigger question for all the guys is:

what's the best ring for a man?

It comes down to personal choice at the end,

but guys have just as big a variety as women these days.

Guys can choose between a bunch of metals:

Silver, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Titanium and Tungsten

 

  

 If you want to keep it traditional, just go for a plain yellow gold band.

  

Or mix it up with an intricate design?

 

But for the guys who really want something different, 

why not some stones in the mix?

Men these days do like something flashy.

Think about what you want and then what you need.

If you work with your hands a lot steer clear of softer metals, 

like 18ct Gold or Silver, that can scratch and deform easily.

Also remember if you pic Titanium or Tungsten, 

they can't be resized like the other metals,

one size for better or worse.

CPUT Jewellery Exhibition 2012

It's that time of the year when the Art and Design students exhibit all their hard work.

So last night (21 November) I went to the launch of the jewellery Dept at CPUT ( where I graduated).

All I can say is wow....  Go look!!!  

It's an amazing collection of the 3rd and 4th years work, 

and the 1st and 2nd years work is of an amazing standard this year!

My dearest sidekick Caru is also exhibiting her Btech range... and wow.... seriously...

Photo from CPUT website.

"The event is set to take place at the Jewellery Design Department on CPUT’s Cape Town campus, from 22 to 30 November and is open to the public.

Various award-winning pieces will be on show such as the Ashanti Collection 

- that had three student finalists – 

as well as the PlatAfrica Collection that won best student group design this year. 

Even though the event focuses on the Jewellery Design graduates, 

work by close to 60 students will be displayed. 

For some student designers this will be the first time their work will be displayed to the public."

Africandy

14th November was the launch of 

Africandy!

An online design emporium.

Go check it out, it's freaking awesome!

To hipster or not to hipster....

After a conversation at a party this weekend, we’ve come to the conclusion…

No one knows what a hipster is exactly.  It’s gotten a negative connection these days. A standard line used (Thank you Lauren) is “I’m not a hipster, I sell shit to hipsters”

Urban dictionary defines as such: “Hipsters are a subculture of men and women typically in their 20's and 30's that value independent thinking, counter-culture, progressive politics, an appreciation of art and indie-rock, creativity, intelligence, and witty banter.”

So what is a hipster?  There’s such confusion with what a hipster really is… Is it someone who has style or doesn’t have style?  

“Once certain concepts of fashion and music have reached mainstream audiences, hipsters move on to something new and improved.”

I think I’ve come to the conclusion… a hipster is anyone that does what they like and enjoy.  It’s got nothing to do with being mainstream of different.  It’s about being happy about yourself.

So by all means, go be a hipster!!!

The Beach Bistro @ Eden on the Bay

Seeing as I'm turning into a foodie...

I thought I'd blog this lovely new find.

 The Beach Bistro at Eden on the Bay, opened today...

My dearest friend Andrea and I walked past by chance....

 

And the awesome decor and look lured us in.

 How great is it?

They play really awesome lounge music

and the vibe is just great. 

Not to mention the adorable bartenders :P

 

 

 We were looking for breakfast, but just missed it

Breakfast is until 11:00 and there after the kitchen is closed until 12:00

until the lunch menu starts.

They have awesome coffee (which is important for me) 

and Andrea was very impressed with the  way they serve water,

in a flute glass with ice and lemon.  Fancy!

We decided to try out their sandwiches:

 I had the Meat Eater: Steak, Haloumi Cheese, Rocket and Onion with sweet chilli Sauce.

and Andrea had the Chicken sandwich: Chicken, Mozerella, Cherry tamatoes and rocket.

They're prices aren't bad, mid range, but the food is so worth it!

I think I've found my new Sunday brunch spot!!

I bee loving it...

Look Bees... I know, I have a little obsession with them....

What are they? Wait and see

Super excited about playing with these little buggers.

This was the first experiment that I just popped into a pendant...

Maybe the others will good in rings?

Drunk jewellers

Last night Tuesday (24th July) saw the second of many jewellers drinks evening.

Talking shop, catching up, gossiping and ranting.

The lovely Anna Raimondo (Smith By Anna), Emma Stricker (Emma Anne), 

Nina Schiller (Inkheart) and yours truly caught up, 

with our awesome setter Kieran popping in for a drink too.

Lovely time at the Woodstock lounge, so recommend their Mojitos