Weekend at the Oasis
When our friends at ASMALLWORLD asked us to be part of their weekend re-launch trip to Marrakesh, Morocco, we jumped at the chance. After arriving a week earlier to scour our favorite shopping haunts, Alisa, Ashley, and I joined Sabine Heller and all of her guests on the balcony of the Taj Palace Hotel Presidential Suite. When our friends at ASMALLWORLD asked us to be part of their weekend re-launch trip...
Read MoreBehind the Label | The Base Project
Twin brothers and founders of The Base Project Chris and Doug Akin partnered with local artisans from Northern Namibia to design and produce locally-sourced, eco-friendly jewelry at fair trade prices. Each of their handcrafted tribal bracelets are unique and thoughtfully made in addition to being fall's must-have arm candy. We spoke with this trendsetting duo and found out more about their travel wish list and favorite places for inspiration. Shop...
Read MoreGlobal Trend: Tribal
The tribal trend was one of the biggest to emerge on and off the runway during the international fashion season that just ended -- a celebration of colorful, ethnic-inspired fabrics, beads, mismatched prints, and fringe. View and share inspirational images of our favorite trend and shop style-savvy products from Africa below! The tribal trend was one of the biggest to emerge on and off the runway during the international fashion...
Read MoreEnd of Summer Getaway Part IIII: Kenya
Fringed by white sand beaches and shaded by coconut palms, the Swahili coastline of Mombasa is the ultimate beach destination in Kenya. The easy journey to Kenya's second largest city is part of the reason it has become one of the best luxe beach spots in Africa, and the world. Nairobi locals take the quick flight to Mombasa for beaches, bars, shopping, and world-class resorts. It?s nearing the finale of...
Read More24 Hours in Lamu with Sandy Bornman
Aman Lamu's Sandy Bornman shares her adventures in Lamu. See these 9 unmissable spots in 24 hours! Aman Lamu's Sandy Bornman shares her adventures in Lamu. See these 9 unmissable spots in 24 hours! 1. Best Place to Stay? Peponi Hotel. However besides Peponi Hotel there are also many villas like this to rent. 2. Best Breakfast Joint? Peponi Hotel 3. Fave Stores? Alyshaa Designs for traditional Kenyan Kikoi's. The Masaai...
Read MoreBehind the Label | Aman Lamu
Sandy Bornman lives on one of the most enchanted islands in the world-Lamu. This African paradise is the inspiration for her collection, Aman Lamu. This chic and easy collection features African khanga fabric and is completely made by hand. Read about what inspires Sandy and about her favorite spots on Lamu. Sandy Bornman lives on one of the most enchanted islands in the world-Lamu. This African paradise is the inspiration...
Read MoreZambiana Jones
I had a dream of Africa. Of vast stretches of tawny grassland teeming with wildlife. Of villages untouched by cheesy American commercialism and Chinese tchotchkes, but filled with friendly locals. Of action and adventure with splashes of old-world sophistication in the form of sundowners and high tea. Of Indiana Jones clones as my safari guides. I had a dream of Africa. Of vast stretches of tawny grassland teeming with wildlife....
Read MoreBehind the Label | Adele Dejak
Adele Dejak is a designer inspired by the heart and soul of Africa's artisanal craft and culture. Having lived and worked in England, Italy, Nairobi, and currently Kampala in Uganda, her global style and vision create bold, statement pieces. She has a distinctive love for Ankole cow horn, and has managed to craft horn, brass, leather, and native textiles into modern designs. We asked Adele to describe her recent collection...
Read MoreGlobetrotter | Laetitia Trouillet
Meet designer, consultant, mom, and all around super woman Laetitia Trouillet. In the past nine years that she has been living in Marrakesh, she has managed to take superstars Gwyneth Paltrow and Sarah Jessica Parker shopping in the souk, open a chic boutique, Lalla, that carries her Moroccan-made leather goods, and become a consultant for hotels such as The Four Seasons. We asked Laetitia to share secrets about her own...
Read MoreThe Great Escape | Cape Town
Rising six stories with a dramatic rock backdrop and panoramic sea views, Mwanzoleo?Capetown?s most luxurious private villa?is a five-bedroom sanctuary of uncompromising comfort, luxury and design that overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. This private villa was designed for a lifestyle connoisseur who demands over-the-top comfort coupled with the convenience and amenities of a private hotel. Rising six stories with a dramatic rock backdrop and panoramic sea views, Mwanzoleo?Capetown?s most luxurious private...
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