These 7 habits of seasoned festival goers

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These seven tips will ensure you next festival is effective and fun. From festival fashion advice to handy packing tips, make sure you're set to go.
Finally, festival season is upon us! There are certain festival habits when it comes to packing and dressing that will help you not only have the most effective festival ever, but also create your best festival self(ie).
Written by Robin Steinlechner

Habit #1: Be a layer player. It might be 30 degrees by day but baby, it’s cold in the glamping tent at night. So dress in layers that are easy to pile on, pull off and pack away. And trust us when we say a fringed coat is always the finishing touch your festival look needs.

Style the look: Bring something that you can wrap around your waist during the day, like a denim or leather jacket, or a checked shirt.
Habit #2: Less is always more. Remember, this isn’t Halloween and most times the simplest outfit looks the best. So when in doubt, scale back. Pick one trendy piece and mix it with other basics – polished perfection is as simple as that really!

Style the look: Pair flared pants with a bodysuit. Let the pants speak for themselves and keep the rest to an unfussy minimum.
Habit #3: Get sporty. Always opt for shorts first. They will dry quickly and help keep your sun-baked body ventilated in style. If you're brave enough, it’s time to break out the spandex, as we expect to see a ton of bicycle shorts on show. They are the latest item of athletic apparel to become a festival favourite.

Style the look: Put prep into practice and pair with a cropped camisole and oversized boyfriend jacket to create a look that’s equal parts effortless and sassy.
Habit #4: Have happy feet. Footwear is key, so forget the flip flops when it comes to festivals. You’re going to be doing A LOT of dancing and EVEN MORE walking, so pick a pair of sneakers or a comfy pair of boots (the trendy alternative to Wellies). 

Style the look: Slip dresses have become a must-have over the last few years, so style them with some chunky trainers or ankle boots for a festival-chic look.
Habit #5: Shoot from the hip. What’s a festival goer to do when a clutch simply wont cut it? With on-trend options ranging from mini backpacks to cross-body bags you’re set to keep your stuff safe and your style on point. We advise investing in a belt bag. It works for both men and women, and it’s the trendiest way to party with your provisions by your side.

Style the look: Wear your retro waist-cincher in place of belt or change it up by slinging your bag nonchalantly over your shoulder.
Habit #6: Play it cool. Outfit enhancing accessories will help supplement your SPF regime. Think bucket hats, neckerchiefs, and statement sunnies that will keeping you feeling cool while looking hot.

Style the look: You can pretty much balance any outfit with a stylish hat but we love a wide brimmed fedora and maxi dress combo.
Habit #7: Invoke elevated essentials. Always keep a hairband, headband or cute clip close by. These little handy extras will be lifesavers for when your hair's suddenly drenched in sweat from non-stop dancing.

Style the look: Alternatively, enhance your outfit by wearing a bandana around your neck that you can always pop on your head later.

And lastly remember to plan your outfits for each day ahead of time. Don’t wear jumpsuits or rompers (they are not porter loo friendly) and never let the rain ruin your style. Get a transparent poncho to rock day or night.



CONSIDER YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT

While music festivals give you the opportunity to take a break from adulting, it doesn’t mean you should shirk your responsibility towards the planet. Here are a couple of ways to let your sustainability shine while still having fun.

An excellent way to lower your carbon footprint is by carpooling. Grab a buddy or three and share the journey or make use of shuttle services provided by festival organisers.

Another great idea is to take a reusable water bottle. When you arrive scout the closest tap to your campsite and ensure you stay hydrated with all the free water your sun-parched body can handle.

And finally, pack a solar light and leave your campsite as you found it!



PACKING ESSENTIALS

There truly is nothing like enjoying some of your favourite bands under the starry sky surrounded by thousands of fellow festival goers bonded by good vibes. So pack wisely and if you get the choice to sit out or dance, we hope you dance!

Health & wellness:
Tissue paper
Face cloth (wet it with your water for when you need to wipe clean; it's much more environmentally friendly than wet wipes)
High-factor SPF
Toothbrush & toothpaste
Lip balm
Lotion
Dry shampoo (you can thanks us later)
Hand sanitiser
Bandaids
Camping essentials:
Tent (a pop-up is best)
Pillow
Yoga mat (for sleeping and relaxing)
Sleeping bag
Head lamp
Recyclable bin bags (you’ll be surprised how handy they are)
Bath towel
Hand-held mirror (always useful)
Mouthwash (for when the bathroom is too far away)
Umbrella
Snacks
Camping chairs

UPCOMING FESTIVALS

Local:
Earthdance – Cape Town, 21 – 22 September
Ipotsoyi Spring Festival – Cape Town, 20 September
Wolfkop Weekender, Power Flower Picnic – Citrusdal, 20 – 24 September
Rocking the Daisies – Darling, 4 – 6 October
Other:
Lake of Stars – Lake Malawi, 27 – 29 September

Images: Getty Images

Yardley Bond Street No. 25 Terms and Conditions

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Instagram & Facebook Competition


1. This Yardley Bond Street No. 25 “Stand a Chance to Win a R10 000 Edgars Shopping Spree” Competition (“Competition”) is organised and conducted by Indigo Brands (Pty) Ltd, a subsidiary of AVI Limited, including their affiliates, partners, associations and agents (“Promoter”).
2. This Competition will run from 15 August 2019 and close at midnight on the 28th September 2019. Entries received after the closing date and time will not be considered.

WHO CAN ENTER?

3. Participants must be 13 (thirteen) years or older (if under 18 (eighteen) years old, you must be duly assisted by your legal guardian) and have a valid identity document or passport and reside in the Republic of South Africa during the period of the Competition, up to and including the dates of determination of the winners and prize redemption dates (“Participants”/”you”/”your”).
4. Participants may not enter or receive a prize if they are directors, members, partners, employees, agents of or consultants of the Promoter, their subsidiaries, holding companies, divisions and/or associated companies or of the advertising or promotion agencies or any other person who directly or indirectly controls or is controlled by the Promoter, or their spouses, life partners, immediate family members or business partners.
5. The Competition is not open for entry by or on behalf of a legal entity and Participants cannot use the account of a legal entity to enter the Competition. Entries must be submitted by the Participant themselves and not by a third party on the Participant’s behalf.
6. By entering this Competition, all Participants agree to be bound by these terms and conditions, which will be interpreted by the Promoter and the Promoter’s decision regarding any issue with the Competition will be final and binding and no correspondence will be entered into.

HOW TO ENTER

7. Entry into the Competition will be via the Edgars Beauty Facebook page @EdgarsBeauty or via the @edgarsbeauty Instagram account.
8. How to enter on Facebook:
On Edgars Beauty Facebook page (@EdgarsBeauty), in the comments section of the Competition post or on the Edgars Beauty Facebook page wall –
Step 1: Post a photo of your favourite Bond Str. Fragrance
Step 2: Include the hashtag #WinEdgarsBondStr25
9. How to enter on Instagram:
Step 1: Post a photo of your favourite Bond Str. Fragrance on your Instagram account
Step 2: Tag @edgarsbeauty in the picture or in your comment
Step 3: Include the hashtag #WinEdgarsBondStr25
10. Entries will only be valid if all steps are completed, either on Facebook or Instagram.
11. Note: Posts/comments may be edited up until the cut-off time. Edits made after the cut-off time will not be considered although if the post/comment was correct before the cut-off time it will still go into the draw.
12. The winners will be determined by a random draw.
13. Multiple entries are permitted but each entry must meet the requirements and be unique (no duplicates).
14. Participants may enter on Facebook as well as Instagram to better their chances of winning.
15. Participants are required to have their own personal Instagram or Facebook account.
16. Incomplete, irrelevant or incorrect entries will not be eligible to be considered.
17. Participants are responsible for their own costs of connecting to Instagram or Facebook and the internet. No responsibility is accepted for any entry that is not delivered, received or is delayed or damaged due to technical reasons or failure on the part of your service provider. Proof of sending is not proof of receipt.

PRIZES

18. There is 1 (one) prize to be won. An Edgars store shopping voucher to the value of R10 000 (ten thousand rand). Redeemable at Edgars stores. The winner will be drawn from the valid Facebook and Instagram entries.
19. The prize is in the form of an Edgars store Gift Card and the winner will be subject to the terms and conditions of the gift card.
20. Prizes are non-transferable or redeemable for cash.
21. The prizes may differ from that shown on the promotional material with regard to illustrations, images, colour and specifications and same shall be subject to availability and in the Promoter’s sole discretion to select same.
22. The Promoter reserves the right to substitute the prizes for an alternative prize of equal or greater value should the prize promoted not be available for any reason.
23. The prizes do not cover any other costs of the winner whatsoever.

DETERMINATION OF WINNERS

24. The winner will be determined by a random draw as soon as reasonably possible after the closing date of the Competition. 1 (one) winner will be drawn from all of the valid Facebook entries and Instagram entries received.
25. The winners will be contacted via direct message from the Promoter to their Instagram or Facebook account. Winners will be contacted as soon as reasonably possible after the determination of the prize winners taking place. Participants are advised to monitor their Instagram or Facebook account for any such notifications and ensure that their settings allow them to receive direct messages from the Promoter, if not, the prize may be forfeited.
26. The Promoter will make 2 (two) attempts to contact and notify the selected potential winner. If the selected potential winner does not respond to the notification by contacting the Promoter within 48 (forty-eight) hours, or if after first being contacted by the Promoter, is not reachable, or the winner fails to provide the Promoter with the required information to hand over the prize, the winner will forfeit the prize and a replacement winner will be selected from remaining qualifying Participants. This process shall continue until the winner has been contacted in terms of the terms and conditions.
27. Once the winners have been determined there will be an announcement on the Promoter’s Facebook and/or Instagram page and/or the Edgars Facebook and/or Instagram page. In line with data protection legislation, the names of winners will only be announced should they have consented to having their names disclosed.
28. Participants must ensure that the settings on their Instagram or Facebook account allow for them to participate in the Competition and for the Promoter to see their posts. The Promoter will not be liable for any “hidden” posts or entries. Only entries that are visible to the Promoter at the cut-off time will be considered.
29. Once the Promoter has received the contact details from the potential winner, he/she will be required to furnish the Promoter with their full name, identity number and answer questions as required in terms of the Consumer Protection Act. If the potential winner qualifies, the Promoter will arrange for delivery of the prize.
30. The Promoter reserves the right to select an alternative winner in the event that they reasonably believe, in their sole discretion, that the winner is not eligible to win, the post is not relevant to the criteria set out above, has contravened any of these terms and conditions and/or the Instagram Terms or Facebook Terms, has created multiple Instagram accounts or Facebook accounts in order to enter more than permitted, acted fraudulently with regards to the Competition, has acted in a manner that is not in the spirit of the Competition, their conduct can be reasonably interpreted as scamming or circumventing the rules of the Competition, acted fraudulently with regards to the Competition if it would be unlawful to award the prize or if the winner fails to accept the prize after 2 (two) attempts for any reason whatsoever, if after first being contacted by the Promoter, is not reachable, or the winner fails to provide the Promoter with the required information to hand over the prize. In this instance the winner will be disqualified and forfeit the prize. The Promoter’s decision shall be final and no correspondence will be entered into.
31. Prize winners will be required to sign an acknowledgement of receipt of their prize, if applicable, and will be required to furnish the Promoter with their names and identity numbers in terms of the Consumer Protection Act.

RESTRICTIONS ON CONTENT OF COMMENT AND PHOTO

32. The Promoter reserves the right to remove any comments, photos and content uploaded should this be deemed unsuitable by the Promoter. All content is published at the discretion of the Promoter.
33. Any comment, photo or other material uploaded by users do not necessarily reflect the Promoter’s views or ideals. The Promoter does not warrant the accuracy of any statement made by Participants.
34. Comments and photos that are uploaded must be original.
35. Participants participate at their own risk and take responsibility for all comments and photos under their Facebook or Instagram account and information provided.
36. The comment or photo cannot violate the copyright or other rights of any third party.
37. The comment or photo cannot include inappropriate, offensive, illegal or obscene material or gestures (e.g., hate speech or pornographic images).
38. The comment or photo cannot disparage, reflect poorly upon or otherwise adversely affect the goodwill and/or reputation of the Promoter.
39. The comment and photo must be relevant to the theme of the Competition.
40. Any comment or photo determined by the Promoter in their sole discretion to be in violation of the preceding criteria will not be published or removed immediately, will be void and will not result in Competition entry.

GRANTING OF RIGHTS IN COMMENT AND PHOTO

41. Participation in the Competition will require for example that your name, Facebook or Instagram account and photo be displayed on Facebook or Instagram. SHOULD YOU NOT AGREE THERETO, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ENTER THE COMPETITION. Winners have the right to decline permission to use their name or image in marketing material or participate in any marketing activity. Should the winner verbally or otherwise agree to it, the Promoter may publish the winner’s name and images on, including but not limited to, the Promoter’s Facebook and/or Instagram page or website, if applicable, without any liability to the Promoter or remuneration due to the winners.
42. The Participant grants to the Promoter the non-exclusive, irrevocable, perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, transferable, sub-licensable right and license to use, perform, exhibit, reproduce and/or otherwise exploit the comment and photo in any manner and in any and all distribution channels, venues or media now known or hereafter devised, without further notice or any compensation to Participant. Participant further agrees, upon the Promoter’s request and without compensation, to sign any and all necessary and appropriate documents so as to effect, perfect or record such grant of license rights.

PUBLICITY AND DATA PRIVACY

43. By entering, a Participant acknowledges that personal information about the Participant will be shared with the Promoter and their agents to the extent necessary to conduct the Competition and for prizes to be delivered to prize winners.
44. All personal information relating to the Participants will be used solely in accordance with South African consumer and data protection legislation.
45. Should the Participant have elected to receive marketing communication from the Promoter and other AVI Limited brands, the Participant’s contact details will form part of the Promoter’s database and they will receive marketing communication on, including but not limited to, upcoming promotions, competitions and offers related to AVI Limited brands. The Participant’s personal information will be shared with the AVI Limited brands and their agents to the extent necessary to ensure they receive this communication either via email or SMS, and for prizes to be delivered to prize winners for example. Should a Participant wish to remove their details from this database at any stage, please select the opt-out option made available to you or contact the Promoter’s consumer care line.
46. Nothing in these terms and conditions is intended to, or must be understood to, unlawfully restrict, limit or avoid any rights or obligations, as the case may be, created for either the Participant or the Promoter in terms of the Consumer Protection Act.

GENERAL

*Please note that the following terms require you to take on risk, limit the liability of the Promoter and indemnify the Promoter. Please read them carefully and contact the Promoter if you have any questions!
47. The Promoter reserves the right to extend, reasonably shorten, suspend the time period of the Competition or terminate the Competition whenever it should so choose for technical, commercial, or operational reasons, or for reasons beyond its control or generally for any reason whatsoever within their sole discretion. The Competition, its prizes, and terms and conditions may be amended by the Promoter, at any time during the Competition, and will be applied and interpreted within their sole discretion. In such an event, all Participants waive any rights that they may have/purport to have in terms of this Competition, and acknowledge that they will have no recourse against the Promoter whatsoever.
48. All publicity and other materials will be the sole property of the Promoter.
49. Participants confirm by their entry into the Competition that Instagram and Facebook are not the promoters of this Competition, it is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by or associated with Instagram or Facebook and they fully release Instagram and Facebook from any liability in connection with this Competition. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Competition are to be directed to the Promoter.
50. The Promoter is not responsible for –
50.1 entries that are lost, late, illegible/garbled, corrupted, misdirected, defective, inaccessible, compromised, incomplete, damaged or delayed and all such entries are void and will not result in Competition entry;
50.2 any entry that is not delivered, received or is delayed or damaged due to technical reasons or failure on the part of your service provider. Proof of sending is not proof of receipt. Participants are responsible for their own costs of connecting to the Instagram or Facebook account.
51. To the fullest extent permitted by law, by participating, the Participant indemnifies, releases and agrees to hold harmless the Promoter, their associated, holding and subsidiary companies, and its directors, officers, agents, representatives, shareholders, employees, successors and assigns from any and all claims or liability arising from participating in the Competition, any Competition-related activity and/or acceptance, receipt, possession or use/misuse of any prize.
52. To the extent permitted by law, the Promoter will not be liable in any way whatsoever, for any claims arising from loss, injury, damage or costs, suffered by a Participant in relation to this Competition or the prizes offered, including but not limited to claims relating to defects in the prizes or any losses caused by such defects or losses arising from incorrect or inaccurate information supplied by Participants.
53. The Promoter will not be liable for any loss suffered as a result of incomplete or incorrect information provided.
54. South African law shall govern these competition terms and conditions and the courts of South Africa shall have exclusive jurisdiction.
55. By entering this Competition Participants agree to the aforementioned terms and conditions. A copy of the terms and conditions for this Competition is available on the Notes section on the Yardley London SA Facebook page accessible via the link on the Edgars Beauty Facebook page (@EdgarsBeauty) or the link on @edgarsbeauty on Instagram. For any queries please contact Yardley London SA via direct message on the Yardley London SA Facebook page or email Customercare@indigobrands.com or call 0800 INDIGO (463 446).

5 MUST-HAVE TRENDS FOR YOUR HOME THIS SPRING

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Update your home with smoky glassware, gold-dipped cutlery and basket-weave details for a sophisticated look and feel.
This spring we’re embracing bold, super-contemporary themes for the three main areas of the home. From smoky glassware to matte-finish ceramics, we’ve got all you need to spruce up your kitchen, living room and bathroom with ease.
Written by Emma Follett-Botha

COLOURED GLASSWARE

Jewel-toned glasses add a striking pop of colour to an embellished drinks trolley or streamlined mid-century modern bar cart, and are meant to be displayed front and centre. Whether it’s highballs for a round of refreshing mint cocktails, or wine goblets for a punchy sangria, you’ll be serving your drinks in style.
Private Collection coloured glasses 59.95 each SHOP NOW

SMOKY GLASSWARE

Incorporate the smoky glassware trend in your bathroom with soap dispensers and toothbrush holders for a boutique-hotel feel. The muted hues will slot in effortlessly with your existing décor scheme, or serve as minimalistic starting point around which to decorate the rest of the space.
XXX smoky glass tumbler 129.95; XXX smoky glass dispenser 149.95; XXX smoky glass toilet brush 269.95
Private Collection smoky glass tumbler 129.95; Private Collection smoky glass dispenser 149.95; Private Collection smoky glass toilet brush 229.95

MATTE FINISHES

One sure-fire way to lend a crisp, clean and uber-modern touch to your kitchen is through matte-finish crockery. To ensure longevity of the trend, opt for a subdued colour palette that allows you to use the items interchangeably and ensures that your crockery won’t date.
Hotel Collection matte pebble mug 39.95 each SHOP NOW; Hotel Collection matte pebble side plate 59.95 each SHOP NOW; Hotel Collection matte pebble bowl 69.95 each SHOP NOW; Hotel Collection matte pebble dinner plate 79.95 each SHOP NOW

BASKET-WEAVE DESIGN

Rounded shapes and curved lines offer a fresh alternative to the geometric angular patterns that have taken centre stage for the past few years. The basket-weave design is an appealing way to add interest and texture to a room, whether in the form of scatter cushions boasting intricate woven detail, or industrial-looking wire lamps that cast the room in a gorgeous patterned glow.
Hotel Collection velvet braided scatter cushion 399.95
Hotel Collection woven-shade desk lamp 59.95

GOLD CUTLERY

A modern take on the vintage brass flatware from yesteryear, gold-dipped cutlery is an opulent addition to any table setting. Layer gold cutlery with bright, jewel-like colours for extra vibrancy, or pair it with crisp, white table linen and touches of greenery for an earthy, organic feel.
Hotel Collection 4-pack cutlery set 399.95 SHOP NOW

Fashion Editor: Brittany Penebre, Junior Fashion editor: Rushana Burton. Photography: Andre Wepener/Pixel Lounge. 


All items subject to availability. Prices may change.

Let’s talk about the Huawei Y Series

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All the features you love at a fraction of the cost? Sign us up!
The high-end phone market is a saturated and competitive place, with brands trying to outdo each other in functionality and tech features. It has us wondering, ‘What about the rest of us?’ Huawei answered this call with the release of the 2018 Y Series – five phones that address the needs of the young (or young at heart) with the functionality you love at a price you can afford. Here are the highlights of each model:

The Y 7 2018 is designed for those who love gaming. Get lost in the 5.99 inch display, which offers a more immersive gaming experience with detailed graphics and audio. The Y 6 2018 is made for those who enjoy music on the go, as well as those who like to sing and share their performances with friends. The Y 5 Prime and Y 5 Lite 2018 are perfect for first-time mobile users and those looking for an inexpensive device with a seamless user experience. The Y 3 2018 features Android Go, a lite version of the current Oreo operating system, which optimises the device performance while making it more efficient.

No matter which device you choose, the great thing about the Y Series is that all of them look as good as they perform, with sleek and fashionable designs, wide displays and ergonomically designed curved screens. They also have split-screen mode, which allows you to multitask between two applications at any given time. And, as with any modern Huawei, the camera quality is insane. Other cool functions include Face Unlock (Y 5 Lite, Y 5 Prime 2018, Y 6 2018 and Y 7 2018) and impressive battery life.


We mentioned that the Y Series comes at a fraction of the cost of high-end smartphones. What do we mean by that? Retailing between 999 and 2999, the price is almost unheard of for a phone range delivering this level of performance.


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