Hello Pretty is Winding Down

After more than ten fulfilling, magical years beginning in the good old days of 2012, Hello Pretty is retiring and heading off to the beach with a drink with a tiny umbrella.

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Show our logo some love and win!

So you guys, we're kind of awesome on Instagram - I kid! We're not thaaaat vain. But if you think we're awesome on Instagram, we won't turn down your nice words. In fact, this is one situation where flattery will get you EVERYWHERE.

We want to get your creative juices flowing - show us your best interpretation of our logo and you can win a whole bag full of Hello Pretty goodies. Great awesome hey?
 

Show our logo some love and win!
Show our logo some love and win!
Show our logo some love and win!

How to do it?

  • Like Hello Pretty on Instagram
  • Like the super cool paper shaper Ross Symons aka @calvinrockstar on Instagram - he is the whizz behind our awesome origami logo!
  • Post your masterpiece on Instagram (if you don't have Instagram then Twitter will do - please note that only entry per person will be counted though), tag @helloprettysa and #HPLogo, and wait for the praise to come rolling in.

Easy right? Right. So now for the good stuff. What do you win?

Show our logo some love and win!
Show our logo some love and win!
Show our logo some love and win!
Show our logo some love and win!
Show our logo some love and win!
Show our logo some love and win!

So get in there! We can't wait to see what you all come up with.

Entries close at midnight on Thursday 31st of July. Please note that Hello Pretty's standard competition Ts and Cs apply.

Baby, it's cold outside...

Winter has well and truly arrived, pretties. And what better excuse for a gorgeous snowflake necklace with a cheeky little diamond? You can get  yours from Emma Anne Jewellery right here. Wear it while cuddling up with a mug of hot chocolate and listening to this classic winter-themed duet.

We featured this necklace in our newsletter this week, along with a curated collection of other great winter-inspired goodies. If you'd like to be kept in the loop, sign up now!

Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty

Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty

Some of you may recall the Beeld Lifestyle article on menswear trends that we contributed to a little while ago - since we were sharing some premium intel (because we're totally humble), we decided to elaborate a bit further for you guys.

So menswear trends in 2014! These aren't so much predictions as observations as we go about our daily lives - the boys are getting more and more comfortable with expressing themselves, which is really great to see. And fun!
 

Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty
Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty

Prints are making a real splash, and florals aren't just being reserved for women anymore.  What's nice is that if you're not a full male fashionista, the huge number of printed accessories for men are available that allow you to dip your toes into the trends.  For example, printed bow ties, as well as a massive growth in the popularity of printed, quirky socks.

Statement shoes also seem to be making appearances everywhere - the printed trend also comes into play here, but for the more reserved guy even just brightly coloured sneakers are all over the place.  Coming into play here as well is a trend that is becoming huge across all spheres of influence, not just mens fashion - being able to customise your shoes or sunglasses and own once off items in a world surrounded by mass production is very appealing. For example, one of our sellers, Eish Hade allows you to customise your sneakers. (Also reflective of the continued world wide rise of "craft")

Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty
Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty

Accessories like "man bags" are also very on trend - leather goods, for instance, are a classic and elegant investment that can stay with you for life. (for example, Savior Brand Co and Chartermade) Camo has been seeping back for a while - this does not mean it must be baggy! (oversized also doesn't necessarily equate to baggy) A tailored look is always on trend - South African men seem to be paying closer attention to taking better care of themselves, so stuff is fitting better, beards are trendy and groomed and people are just looking more put together.

Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty
Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty
Jewellery is becoming more widely accepted, with arm parties not being just for the ladies! "Africas" are popping up with increasing regularity, which are very special and unique, and wooden rings are hugely popular.
 

What's nice to see is that fashion is becoming a lot more accessible - I think the rise of male fashion bloggers also contribute to high fashion filtering down to the average guy. People are also looking to street style for inspiration more and more, as opposed to just glossy mags. Although we feel they feed off each other as well.

Menswear Trends with Hello Pretty

So that's what WE think. How about you? Do you have any suggestions or predictions for menswear trends?

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