The Ultimate Summer Shopping Guide
We round up our favourite stores, gifts and gadgets to give you inspiration – from stocking fillers to “grand gesture” gifts, treating yourself or your family, here is the Dossier’s shopping guide:
Kids clothing above from H&M
Balmain
Whether it’s a monogramed T-shirt or gold sequined dress, everyone wants something from Balmain. With an enviable sneaker collection and dazzling handbags and jewelry, Balmain is the passport to a world of elegance and glamour, straight from Paris. Every element of their collection is unique and exudes a rebellious rock ‘n roll sophistication.
Balmain is in store at Diamand Walk, Sandton City.
Zegna
For the distinguished gentleman in your life, Zegna would be our first stop. With over 110 years in fashion the industry, their enduring style and innovation is firmly rooted in the wardrobe of the man of tomorrow. Transforming ideas into fabric for a new style of life. With a fine collection of luxurious knits and leather shoes, even the shopping experience is a gift in itself. For those “Succession” vibes, quiet luxury only few will appreciate.
Diamond Walk, Sandton City.
Arc Stores
Perfect for anyone or any budget, you can get all you need from Arc Stores. With a wide range of beauty and hair products, they have something for everyone’s needs with their a brand ethos that celebrates individuality and embraces uniqueness. Our top pics are Dermalogica’s sustainability range and Moroccan Oil haircare. Dermalogica’s Poreskin SPF40 and Moroccan Oil Frizz Control Conditioner is also perfect for holidays abroad. Look out for their lovely gift boxes as well.
New to Arc is world renowned beauty brand NARS. NARS just opened their first stand alone store in the Southern Hemisphere in Sandton as well.
Poetry, with a passion for old-world craftmanship and encourages a journey of personal discovery, is the perfect one-stop destination for beautifully crafted dresses, swimwear and accessories. Recently they added a new home living range, made from luxurious fabrics and inspired by exotic destinations. Their primary color pallets and tropical prints can go from day to evening for any woman. Also check out their great gift bundles, if you are overwhelmed by shopping frenzy.
Aguaclara, the distinguished Peruvian resort wear brand founded in 1987 by the visionary brother-sister duo Liliana and Jorge Villalobos, continues to captivate the fashion world with its embodiment of modern sophistication, timeless design, and unparalleled quality. With roots deeply embedded in Latin artistry and a passion for travel and culture, Aguaclara sets the standard for luxury resort wear that transcends borders.
Aguaclara's story is one of dedication to craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to creating garments that inspire confidence and beauty in every woman. Each piece in the Aguaclara collection is meticulously crafted from the finest Italian fabrics by highly skilled artisans, resulting in creations that are nothing short of works of art.
Follow them on Instagram @aguaclaraofficial and the local page @fabiana_hoy_for_aguaclar
It all began in the mysterious souks of Marrakesh. As Sally, a renowned South African chef, wound her way through the maze of narrow alleys, she found herself unable to resist the mounds of flavoured nougat on offer. Upon her return, Sally was inspired to master the art of creating exceptional nougat, finally creating what has become the Sally Williams we all know and love today. As always, beautiful gifts available.
Ordo Toothbrushes
Ordo focuses on perfecting the fundamentals of oral care by closely collaborating with dental professionals. Just as their products prioritise simplicity, the brand emphasises the beauty in the basics. Maintaining good oral health can be challenging, but starting with a two-minute brushing routine using a fluoride toothpaste twice a day is a simple path to a healthier smile.
A happy smile is an indicator of good health. That’s why Ordo offers a comprehensive oral care solution that is designed to help boost your confidence in your smile, regardless of its appearance.
Ordo represents innovation, effortless elegance, top-notch quality, and affordability. By challenging industry norms, Ordo believes that every beautiful smile deserves an equally exquisite toothbrush.
The bestselling Sonic+ Toothbrush boasts a battery life of over 4 weeks and features multiple cutting-edge technologies, including four brushing modes (clean, white, massage, and sensitive) as well as a two-minute timer with a quad-pacer.
Operating at 40,000 sonic pulses per minute and utilising fluid dynamics for thorough interdental cleaning, the Sonic+ Toothbrush is available in four stylish colours, ensuring that there's an option for everyone. The eagerly anticipated Pearl Violet will be exclusively available in Clicks stores. In a market where sonic pulse brushes are often expensive, Ordo offers an accessible alternative. Shoppers enjoy a 60-day money-back guarantee, and unlike
many competitors that inflate their prices, Ordo maintains consistent pricing throughout the year.
In addition to the Sonic+ Toothbrush, Ordo offers a range of products that include mouthwash concentrate, a reusable mouthwash bottle, a complete-care toothpaste, floss, and interdental brushes. With exciting new product development on the horizon, Ordo remains committed to putting your oral care first. The brand is dedicated to reducing plastic waste and carbon emissions through the use of recyclable and reusable packaging, as well as lightweight liquid transport.
One of Ordo's unique solutions is its concentrated mouthwash, which differs from generic mouthwash products found in most shops. An 80 ml sachet can fill the reusable bottle four times, resulting in 1400 ml of mouthwash from one sachet. Designed to refresh breath and eliminate germs above and below the gum line, this alcohol-free mouthwash significantly reduces single-use plastics.
Ordo's Complete Care Toothpaste is a versatile solution that caters to various needs such as gum health, whitening, sensitivity, and enamel protection. It is proudly vegan-friendly, cruelty- free, and packaged in recyclable materials. Each year there are 1.5 billion toothpaste tubes thrown away that end up in landfills, or worse, in our oceans. All Ordo toothpaste tubes are recyclable, decreasing this footprint.
Ordo believes that everyone deserves access to high-quality, affordable oral care for everyday use.
Ordo is now available at leading online retailers such as Gooralcare.com, Takealot.com, Smileshop.co.za, as well as dental clinics countrywide. Ordo will soon also be available in Clicks stores nationwide.
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Luxottica Sunglasses
Surprisingly, Old Khaki has beautiful accessories, so while buying camping and outdoor clothing have a look at their accessory section.
Lastly, say “Cheers” with Valdo. Valdo is a world leader in the art of making fine Prosecco and Italian Spumanti.
Located in Valdobbiadene in northern Italy, the history of the Valdo Winery in this region full of spectacular natural riches is the heart of Prosecco production and dates back to 1926.
Since then, Valdo has given precedence to a culture of excellence, superior taste and knowledge, earned by hard work and tireless passion.
