Your weekly horoscope for 19 to 25 January

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Avoid those unwanted surprises, and rather be in the know. Read your weekly horoscope here.
Everything you need to know for your upcoming week.

ARIES

A surprise regarding an agreement or at work will arise. A fresh phase will begin with Monday’s supermoon lunar eclipse, enabling you to move ahead with domestic, family or property-related matters. A lucky event could boost your mood.

TAURUS

Monday’s lunar eclipse will bring certain conversations, relationships, agreements or travel arrangements to your attention. Some people will be particularly supportive; others may prove their loyalty lies elsewhere. Be prepared for a change of schedule.

GEMINI

A financial matter is best cleared up, so that you can work on other matters that require more focus, such as relationships and existing agreements. For some, decisions will revolve around bigger-picture progress and how to stay on track.

CANCER


Expect a surprise or a change of direction that draws on your resources. Monday’s supermoon lunar eclipse suggests it’s time to reboot your life. Expect changes in a key relationship or agreement. A fresh approach to money may appeal.

LEO


Monday’s Leo supermoon eclipse signals the chance to turn an important corner in your daily, work or health life. Make plans to move forward, even if events occur in unusual or unexpected ways. Say goodbye to one phase and greet a fresh one.

VIRGO


A change of heart or news this week will require a fresh approach to a situation. A social circle or organisation may take your attention towards Monday’s lunar eclipse. Plan ahead to avoid misunderstandings and delays early next week.

LIBRA


A change of circumstance may come as a surprise. For some this may be a change of status, or a partner may surprise you. Monday’s lunar eclipse will encourage you to be more productive – at work, at home and in your personal life.

SCORPIO


Start considering ways to ring in the changes, as a new phase is about to begin in the areas of your work life, goals and interests. A financial matter may come to a head towards Tuesday. Avoid gambling – emotionally and financially.

SAGITTARIUS

Be prepared to be adaptable as there may be some adjustment necessary regarding an opportunity. A fresh phase will begin in a favourite interest or activity, regarding travel or a shared circumstance. Romance could go off the dial. Avoid gambling.

CAPRICORN

A change of circumstance means you must be super-clear this week. Monday’s lunar eclipse suggests a fresh direction will appeal within a business or personal partnership. Your progress will be more productive as a result. A new opportunity may knock at your door.

AQUARIUS


A fresh approach to health, your daily schedule, and work will appeal. A new timetable will help you to build your dreams with the benefit of realistic plans. For some, there’s romance early next week – and a dream come true.

PISCES


A change of circumstance or an unexpected development may feel disorientating, so maintain focus. Monday’s lunar eclipse will shine a light on creative matters, romance, and a health matter.



By Patsy Bennett

Your weekly horoscope for 12 to 18 January

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Everything you need to know for your upcoming week.

ARIES

News at work or regarding a project, trip or study will lead to a fresh understanding or undertaking. Find out more about your involvement with a friend or organisation before making a commitment. When you do, you could make solid progress.

TAURUS

Key talks and meetings will inform you about your best path forward regarding a shared duty or responsibility. You could make great progress with a trip, venture or shared project. You’ll appreciate the help of a partner or an organisation this week.

GEMINI

This week will include important conversations and the chance to make agreements at work, regarding health or a shared duty. Obtain the relevant information that will help you to make informed decisions. Romance could blossom, towards Friday, especially.

CANCER


An uplifting development that encourages you to make long-lasting change within your personal life will motivate you to broaden your horizons. Ensure you avoid making decisions without the full facts. An intense talk or meeting on Friday will be revealing.

LEO


This is a good week to make commitments, be this at work or regarding your own well-being. But to ensure you make the right agreements, you must avoid making assumptions. Key news this weekend and towards Friday will illuminate your best path.

VIRGO


Your creativity and ability to make progress in your chosen field will be in the spotlight this week, as certain agreements, talks and developments will ask that you commit to a venture or at least to an idea. Avoid mix-ups and misunderstandings.

LIBRA


Developments at home or with family will ask that you are practical and that you take your decisions step by step. Ensure you have the facts regarding work and well-being. For some mid-October Librans, a trip may open doors this weekend.

SCORPIO


Key developments will ask that you are clear in your conversations and aims, or you risk creating doubt and uncertainty in your personal life, and also potentially financially. You will be ready to make a commitment that should be beneficial.


SAGITTARIUS

Venus in your sign will aspect Mars next Friday, bringing a lovely activity centre-stage. You will enjoy a fun family time or romance. Beforehand, avoid misunderstandings or even losses, by focusing on details with key personal and financial matters.

CAPRICORN

You may experience a particularly eventful – or even intense - week as key decisions and personal or financial activities will take your focus. Pace yourself and ensure you have the facts at your fingertips, especially this weekend, Monday and Friday.

AQUARIUS


Meetings, discussions and developments this week will ask that you’re super-focused at work, with health or financial matters. You may tend to be seduced by grand plans, and if you remain practical and diligent too, you could scale mountains.

PISCES


You can make great progress with your favourite activities and projects this week. To ensure you gain a strong foothold in your ventures, you will benefit from research, travel or study. A friend or organisation will have key news for you.



By Patsy Bennett

UPGRADE YOUR WORK WARDROBE WITH THESE 5 NEW TRENDS

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It’s a whole new year, and we think you deserve a whole new workwear wardrobe. Update your office look with our favourite five new workwear trends for 2019.
Show that you mean business in 2019 by adding these five trends to your office look. Bonus – they'll work just as well after 5pm, too
They say you should dress for the job you want, not the one you have. With the new year upon us, it’s time to realign with your career goals and do exactly that. Whether you’re gunning for a promotion or starting your own business, here are the top five trends to incorporate into your workwear wardrobe right now.

ANIMAL PRINT

Whether it’s leopard, cheetah, zebra or giraffe, animal print is back for another season. This time around, we’re taking this evening standard into the daytime for a fierce approach to workwear attire. Confidence is key when wearing animal print, especially if your outfit is composed of a lot of it (though a little goes a long way, too). Pair a printed dress with minimalist accessories to prevent the ensemble looking too busy.
Free 2BU leopard-print dress 179.95

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TARTAN

If animal print doesn’t do it for you but you’d still like to incorporate print into your wardrobe, look to pieces in a fine tartan or check. Pair a tartan skirt with a delicate, solid-colour pussy-bow blouse for a subtle yet impactful look, or dare to be bold in a tartan-print dress. Pair it with a vibrantly coloured accessory (like a bag) to look extra chic.
Free 2BU checked dress 179.95

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STRIPES

Striped pieces are staples in any workwear wardrobe. This season, however, black and white stripes in varying degrees of thickness are the key to a successful outfit. Look to vertical or diagonal stripes to flatter and elongate your form, and combine the two for a more interesting approach to the trend. Wear yours with a bright pair of shoes or a handbag in a solid colour for a touch of personality.
Kelso striped pencil skirt 249.95

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JUMPSUITS

Jumpsuits have become a standard piece on the catwalk in almost every designer’s collection, and we’re here for it. They’re great as workwear because you need only jump into one item in the morning and you’re ready to go – especially nifty when you’re running late for work. Wear yours on its own or layer it over a blouse for dressier occasions. This is one item you can really get creative with.
Kelso striped sleeveless jumpsuit 399.95

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SUIT UP

Nothing says ‘I’m ready for business’ more than a two-piece suit. However, this year, ditch that stiff and stuffy structured suit and opt for lighter, floaty fabrics in soft pinks or neutrals, like beige or white (it is summer, after all). Go full glam by wearing it with a feminine cami and all the necessary accessories.
Kelso pink blazer 549.95; Kelso pink formal trousers 299.95

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Runway images: Getty Images

Latest & Greatest: Jan Edition

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Learn more about the latest releases in tech, literature, motoring and entertainment.
From brutally honest reads to Opel’s seven new car launches and a voice-activated microwave, here’s what’s dropping this month.

Streaming Series 

The Girl from St. Agnes (Showmax)

A popular student is found dead at the base of the old mill at St. Agnes, a prestigious Midlands all-girls school. Fearing a scandal, the school declares Lexi Summerveld’s death a tragic accident – but drama teacher Kate Ballard doesn’t believe it. The Girl from St. Agnes is Showmax’s first original drama series, and was filmed in the KZN Midlands and Johannesburg. It stars newcomer Jane de Wet alongside established stars like Nina Milner, Tyrone Keogh, Celeste Khumalo and Zakeeya Patel. The Girl from St. Agnes premieres on 31 January.

Book

The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

Eschewing decades of wisdom that tells us positive thinking is the key to a happy, rich life, blogger Mark Manson’s advice is: ‘F*ck positivity. Let’s be honest. Sh*t is f*cked and we have to live with it.' Manson gives readers a dose of raw, refreshing and honest truth with The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck – his antidote to the coddling, let’s-all-feel-good mindset that has infected society and spoiled a generation. Manson makes the argument that improving our lives hinges not on our ability to turn lemons into lemonade, but on learning to enjoy lemons as they are. He encourages readers to embrace their fears, faults and uncertainties, start confronting painful truths and begin to find the courage, perseverance, honesty, responsibility, curiosity and forgiveness they seek.
R287

Gadget

Voice-Activated Cooking

Amazon has long promised Alexa-connected home automation, and the introduction of its ‘smart microwave’ is the first genuine step towards that goal. The AmazonBasics Microwave can be controlled with your voice, via Alexa. Say, ‘Alexa, cook potatoes’, or ‘Alexa, reheat rice’, and the microwave automatically cooks the dish for the right amount of time, using the correct power setting. The launch model comes with presets for reheating coffee, defrosting peas and cooking potatoes, rice and popcorn – with updates soon to add more dishes to its culinary repertoire.
+- R900, www.amazon.com

Motoring

Opel to launch 7 new models this year

Opel South Africa will be introducing seven new models in 2019, along with a slew of specification updates to its existing range. The much-anticipated three-door Opel Corsa GSi has been confirmed for April. It will be powered by a 1.4T/110 kW engine and features the agile OPC chassis and brake system set up at the Nürburgring. This year also marks Opel’s 120th birthday, which will be celebrated in South Africa with a stylish Opel Corsa 120Y Special Edition in March. Based on the Corsa Enjoy, the special edition will feature many extra styling and specification features.
The Astra gets an automatic 1.6T Sport model in March, featuring the Exterior OPC-Line Sport Pack and Interior OPC-Line Pack, while the balance of the Astra model range will gain improved specifications. SUV fans can rejoice in March and April when the Crossland X Enjoy 1.6 Diesel model joins the range, the Grandland X Enjoy 1.6T Automatic enjoys comprehensive specification updates and the Grandland X Enjoy Plus 1.6T Automatic gets an even bigger spec boost. A first for Opel in South Africa, the Opel Combo 1.6TD Panel Van launches the Opel Commercial range – available for pre-order from this month – and is set to be joined by the Vivaro in November.

Film

Glass (18 January)

M Night Shyamalan brings together the narratives from two of his standout originals – 2000’s Unbreakable and 2016’s Split – in one explosive, all-new comic-book thriller: Glass. Security guard David Dunn (Bruce Willis) uses his supernatural abilities to track Kevin Wendell Crumb (James McAvoy), a disturbed man known as ‘The Beast’, who has 24 personalities – while the spectre of Elijah ‘Mr Glass’ Price (Samuel L Jackson) looms large.

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Film

Matwetwe (25 January)

Matwetwe ('wizard') is a coming-of-age adventure that follows best friends and recent high-school graduates Lefa and Papi as they start to hustle to improve their lives. Over the course of an action-packed New Year’s Eve in Atteridgeville, the boys try to score a huge deal, dodge a kingpin gangster and his violent minions, and battle to save their own lives in a sometimes-serious, often-hilarious escapade. Matwetwe stars Sibusiso Khwinana and Tebatso Mashishi, is directed by Kagiso Lediga and is co-produced by Black Coffee.

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Game

Resident Evil 2 (25 January)

Twenty-one years on, original cult classic game Resident Evil 2 gets a modern makeover – and it’s more terrifying than ever before. Rookie cop Leon Scott Kennedy and student Claire Redfield must fight for their lives in the virus-infected Raccoon City, pursued by rotting-flesh-covered zombies through a terrifyingly lifelike landscape. Third-person, over-shoulder camera work makes for some epic scares, and the re-imagined cut-scenes from the original are bone-chilling. Be prepared to be scared out of your wits, even if you know what’s coming!
+- R845, www.residentevil2.com


Compiled by Trevor Crighton

What’s the big deal about retinol?

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Retinol is one of the biggest buzzwords in beauty thanks to its anti-ageing effects. Here’s how to add it to your skincare routine.
On the quest for great skin? Find out why retinol is the answer to your most pressing complexion concerns – plus meet some of our favourite retinol-rich super products.
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WHAT IS RETINOL?

Retinol (also sometimes found in ingredients lists as ‘retinoids’) is a derivate of vitamin A, which is the key nutrient for boosting cell turnover in the body. When applied topically, this powerhouse ingredient promotes skin renewal, brightens the complexion, smooths and refines the skin’s surface, reduces acne and boosts collagen production. It’s an effective solution to most of our skincare woes, so it’s not difficult to see why so many beauty houses are adding it to their products.

WHY USE RETINOL?

As you age, your skin’s cell turnover rate slows down, causing it to appear dry, dull and wrinkled. Unlike most topical products, retinol is able to penetrate the skin deeply enough to be effective at a cellular level, assisting the regeneration process. If used consistently over time, it’s able to resurface and transform your complexion.

WHEN TO USE RETINOL

Incorporate retinol into your skincare regimen gradually, as this powerful ingredient causes cells to shed faster than normal, which can make skin sensitive initially. Start with a gentle formula, using it twice a week as part of your night-time routine. This will give your skin time to get used to the product. It’s important to use retinol products at night rather than during the day, as retinol breaks down in sunlight. You should also invest in a good-quality sunscreen, if you’re not already using one, as the faster cell turnover will make your skin more susceptible to UV rays.

OUR RETINOL HEROES

Ready to start using a retinol-infused elixir? We thought so. Here are a few of our favourite products, and why we love them.
ELIZABETH ARDEN
Retinol Ceramide Capsules Line Erasing Night Serum 60 Capsules
965
These mono-dose capsules are ideal as they dispense the perfect amount of product, so you can be sure you’re not overdoing it, leading to sensitivity.

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DIOR
One Essential Skin Boosting Super Serum 30ml
1585
This hard-working serum not only targets environmental toxins like pollution, but also protects the skin from indoor toxins, including glue, varnishes and radiation from electronic devices, too.
ESTÉE LAUDER
Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II 30ml
890
This super serum already has a major cult following, and it’s not difficult to see why. Working with the power of the skin’s natural recovery process while you sleep, it promotes night-time purification that helps reduce the visible signs of ageing.

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 FILORGA
Meso+ Absolute Anti-ageing Serum
1010
Combining some of the most effective active ingredients, including retinol and hyaluronic acid, this clever formula mimics the effects of injectable plumping agents, leaving skin visibly smoother and more radiant.

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TREND UPDATES FOR YOUR HOME

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Refresh your space with affordable and on trend updates for a stylish summer upgrade.
Your home should evolve, just as you do. Check out these affordable and easy ways to refresh and add trending items to your interiors. 

While it's important to invest in pieces that anchor a room such as couches and dining tables, sprucing up your space doesn't have to be an expensive and laborious process. "Just like your wardrobe, your interior should be built around key, well-made pieces that are timeless," says Bridget Meier, owner of Styleast Decor & Design. Don't skimp on the investment pieces and don't splurge on expensive scatter cushions, lamps or accessories. This way, you will easily be able to switch the smaller pieces up when you need to, knowing you didn't blow the budget doing so. 

Trend: geometrics and water colours

Lighting can totally transform a room. "Create different moods and ambience with table lamps in key spaces," says Bridget. The more interesting the lamp shade, the better. Geometric shapes add a modern edge, while the water colour trend has an artistic feel that is perfect when the colour scheme is matched to the room. 


Trend: ocean blues

Blue is a cool and calming colour that encourages relaxation, so it's perfect for spaces like your bathroom. Use different shades of blue, from royal, powder to turquoise to get the full effect. 

Trend: rustic serveware

With so much variety and styles in crockery, paired down rustic ranges are a refreshing addition to your kitchen cupboards. 

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Trend: prints and textures 

Simple additions of colourful, patterned cushions will add instant splashes of interest to your room. If you're going for a neutral colour palate, adding textured scatters that mix fabrics works well, while colourful scatters add a pop of colour should you wish to change it up.

Trend: bring the outdoors in

According to Bridget, no space should be without an element of the outdoors. Whether it's driftwood, indigenous flowers or greenery, there's a wide variety of options to choose from. And you can always go with elements of nature in linen if you can't keep anything alive! Nature is proven to naturally enhance your mood so use it with reckless abandon!

Your weekly horoscope for 5 to 11 January

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Avoid those unwanted surprises, and rather be in the know. Read your weekly horoscope here.

Everything you need to know for your upcoming week.

ARIES

This weekend’s partial solar eclipse signals a fresh phase in your career and general direction as you sail into 2019. Be ready to transform these vital areas of your life. Avoid jumping to conclusions midweek but be ready to discuss your ideas.

TAURUS

Some tricky conversations needn’t detract from the revitalising sense that you can turn an important corner this year. For April Bulls, change will involve an exciting venture, project or trip; and for May Bulls, the chance to boost your relationships.

GEMINI

Energetic Mars in your career zone will introduce you to fresh ideas and projects. Be adaptable and ready to make agreements and to negotiate as new arrangements and opportunities arise. You’ll turn a corner with a partnership, business or personal.

CANCER


This is an important week in your partnerships, especially if you were born around 6 July. You will begin a new chapter in an agreement – business or personal. You can make a deep commitment, but must be sure of all the terms.

LEO


Prepare for a fresh chapter in your personal life, as developments will make it clear where you stand. Avoid impulsiveness, especially midweek. For July Leos, a new, stabilising daily routine at work or regarding health is on the cards.

VIRGO


You will be ready to turn a page in a personal situation, to make a commitment to someone, or to making changes domestically. This is a good week to deepen relationships, although you may prefer to move on from some. Avoid rash moves.

LIBRA


This weekend’s partial solar eclipse spells changes at home. You may wish to make a deeper commitment to someone, an idea or a move. Visitors or a trip may spell a change of dynamic. Avoid erratic drivers, slips and bumps midweek.

SCORPIO


A change of environment will spotlight your commitment to someone and romance could blossom this weekend. Take decisions carefully, as you may feel under pressure, especially midweek. Mid-November Scorpios must avoid gambling, emotionally and financially. 


SAGITTARIUS

Be prepared to look at your finances in a new light, as this weekend’s partial solar eclipse will spotlight where your budget could work better. Your relationships should blossom, unless you succumb to pressures at home. Find the time to relax.

CAPRICORN

This weekend’s partial solar eclipse will be in your sign, and signals the chance to reinvent yourself; to revitalise and refresh your work life, too. For birthday Capricorns, this is an especially potent week for change, especially in your personal life.

AQUARIUS


A fresh work and health routine puts you in a strong position to enjoy an increasingly stable and secure year. If you feel stuck in a routine you’ve outgrown, this weekend’s eclipse will help you get out of the rut. Avoid impulsiveness midweek.

PISCES


You’re ready to embrace adventure in 2019, and there’s no time like the present to begin! A fresh interest, social circle or more involvement in a group or organisation will open doors to a deeper sense of satisfaction. Stay focused midweek, especially.



By Patsy Bennett

3 adorable playground outfits for girls

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Shopping for the new school year can be incredibly stressful. Edgars has you sorted with three cute, clever outfit ideas.
Shopping for the new school year can be the most stressful part of January for parents. Edgars has you covered with three adorable outfits that will take your little girl from the playground, to playing princess later.

The ruffled princess

Ruffle detailing is one summer trend that isn’t going anywhere. Of course, a frilly princess dress isn’t always practical for the playground. Rather opt for items that incorporate ruffles subtly, for example on the hem or shoulders. These ruffled T-shirts are adorable and school-friendly. Add a bag and she’s set!

123 Toddlers ruffled T-shirts 39.95 each; 123 Toddlers two-pack leggings 89.95; Accessorize flamingo backpack 399

Queen for a day

Your little queen will slay all day in a regal palette of white and Champagne. Baby-doll shoes and a loyal subject (aka a sweet little soft toy) complete the look.

123 Toddlers baby-doll shoes 89.95; daisy dress 199.95; 123 Toddlers lamb animal toy 99.95

Flower child

Nothing brightens up a day like a splash of pink, a full tulle skirt and a flower crown. Sadly, as adults, we can’t really rock such an outfit on an average weekday – but your toddler can! Add a a pretty pair of ankle-strap shoes, and this gets our vote for outfit of the week.

123 Toddlers pink and grey dress 199.95; 123 Toddlers ankle-strap shoes 89.95


Styling: Rushana Burton; Photography: Melissa Cant


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The Drop: January’s new beauty products

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We’re here to let you know about the best beauty launches this month including MAC, Revlon and Dior!
The start of the new year is the perfect time to refresh your beauty arsenal. These new lust-worthy beauty drops are topping our list.

LANCÔME
La Nuit Trésor 50ml EDP 
1350
Rich and exotic, La Nuit Trésor is the house of Lancôme’s first ‘Gourmand Woody Floriental’ perfume. A bewitching scent, it opens with a burst of delicious raspberry interlaced with vanilla tahitensis orchid and enhanced by notes of damascena rose, giving the fragrance a deep and mysterious allure.

MAC 
Powder Kiss Lipstick 
250
Best known for its beloved matte lipsticks, MAC has now released a new lipstick formula called Powder Kiss. Designed to look more like a soft-focus stain, this weightless lipstick leaves your lips feeling moisturised while providing creamy, buildable colour.


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BENEFIT 
Vanity Flare Palette 
595 
If you’re looking for the perfect everyday neutral palette then consider Benefit’s latest launch, Vanity Flare. Featuring twelve shades in three finishes – soft matte, satin and shimmer – this portable and purse-friendly palette comes with the usual signature tips and tricks to make it easy to blend and build with these rich shades.


ELIZABETH ARDEN
Beautiful Color Bold Defining Felt-Tip Liquid Eyeliner 
285
The latest launch from Elizabeth Arden helps you create the perfect feline flick with ease. Intensely pigmented, the felt-tip liner allows you to draw both fine and bold lines with a single swipe. And perhaps best of all, the formula is quick drying, waterproof and smudgeproof.

REVLON
PhotoReady Color Correcting Pens 
199.99
A true magic wand, what sets Revlon’s colour correcting pens apart from the others is the 3D colour correcting pigments designed to work with your skin to neutralise imperfections instead of covering them up.

LANCÔME
Rose Sugar Scrub 
499
Infused with rose water, real sugar grains and honey, Lancôme’s latest exfoliator is so gentle it can be used on all skin types. Great for dissolving away impurities and removing dead skin cells, this delightful scrub leaves the skin looking smooth, plump and glowing. 

DIOR 
Capture Youth Intense Rescue Age-Defying Revitalizing Oil-Serum 
1685
Dior continues its Capture Youth journey by introducing a new intensive treatment, Intense Rescue Age-Defying Revitalizing Oil-Serum. Combining the power of a revitalising serum with the nourishment of oil, this hero product helps restore lipids and protect skin that is extremely dry or fatigued.


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MEN'S OFFICE-APPROVED SHOES

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Start off the new year with a fashionable bang, and brush up on your office style with our selection of office-approved shoes.
Any office environment has a dress code – whether that be casual, formal or business-casual. Not sure how far you can push the envelope when it comes to your shoe choices? We've done the work for you and paired various shoe options with office dress requirements, so you'll aways put your best foot forward.

DAPPER DUDE

The wingtip brogue
If the dress code of your office is business-casual, 'broguing it' is a safe decision, as it’s a shoe that looks more formal than it does casual. A wingtip is a brogue with decorative detailing on an extended toecap. Pair your chosen brogues with a suit or chinos for the best office-appropriate look.

Charter Club windowpane suit jacket 2199; Charter Club formal shirt 499.95; Guess link watch 1995

BADASS BOSS

The Chelsea boot
Sitting somewhere comfortably between smart and casual, the Chelsea boot adds a stylish glide to your stride. A sleek boot in a rich colour (try dark tan or black) pairs well with a sharp navy or black suit. This boot is easy to pull on thanks to the elasticated gusset on the inside, and its ankle height is flattering and edgy.

Charter Club windowpane check suit jacket 2199.95; Charter Club formal shirt 499.95; Charter Club windowpane check suit trouser 1199.95; Silicone-strap watch (part of set) 279.99; Laptop bag 1299; Anklets 59.95; Signature Chelsea boots 699

TAKKIES WELCOME

The sneaker
While your work may be relaxed in its dress code, there is still an unspoken rule regarding sneakers in the office. Because we wear our sneaks so often (being the most comfortable shoes known to man), they have the potential to look a little shabby. To avoid your sneakers bringing down your whole outfit, make sure they’re in tip-top shape – and clean! Sticking to neutral tones is also a good idea when donning sneaks at work.

Stone Harbour slim-fit denims 599.95; Jack Purcell Converse lace-up sneakers 899

SMARTY PANTS

The open-laced Oxford
The Oxford is every man's go-to shoe for when he wants to spruce up for a special event or for a day of meeting with clients. Its silhouette is sophisticated to say the least, and its aesthetic is clean and means business. An added bonus is that this shoe can walk you straight from the desk to a formal event straight after work. Play around with styling the shoe to avoid looking the same every day. A black leather pair goes nicely with a black or blue suit, for instance. 

D66 suit pants 499.95; Polka dot anklets 59.95; Signature Oxford lace-up shoes 799

THE FORWARD THINKER

The monk-strap brogue
For the man who’s non-traditional yet sophisticated, a pair of stylish monk-strap brogues will make an impact both to your outfit and (we like to think) in the boardroom. This shoe exudes a gentlemanly charm, while the metal hardware adds an edge to your overall look. If you pair a belt and a watch in matching shades to the shoes, your finished look will be perfectly polished. We approve!

Signature windowpane check print trouser 599.95; Bata double-strap formal shoe 999

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