M.A.C. gives you Liberty of London April 9, 2010

‘Give me prim. Give me proper. In this colourful collaboration, M.A.C celebrates Liberty of London’s most famous prints. Bloomingly lovely!’ ‘The demure-to-daring prints of Liberty of London colour our world with Brit wit and bohemian chic. M.A.C joins forces with Liberty, creating blushing, cool compacts, lipsticks, eye shadows, blush, accessories  and more.’ VIEW THE COLLECTION

Inspirational T Shirt Design – ‘Freedom Walker’ by Tu March 19, 2010

“The Freedom Walker are exclusive kicks made in commemoration to our Madiba’s Long Walk To Freedom. Feast your eyes on the interesting details on these sick kicks: > A nod to Madiba’s awesome dress sesnse > The rugby world cup that he held in his hands > His younger self at the beginning of the [...]

I AM SO D.O.P.E.!!! March 4, 2010

It is said that the D.O.P.E STORE is the coolest concept store in Africa and can it be said that it is one of the “dopest” products, spaces or even brands that Élan has come across this year in Africa. The creators describe their store as ‘a cool shop that stocks the best products in the market. [...]

Jewels of the Kalahari – Hand Eye Magazine Article January 14, 2010

image courtesy of boo george “The ancient Bushmen enter the international jewelry market The Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert are almost as old as humanity itself. Geneticists tell us that they are perhaps the oldest group still walking the earth. Sadly, like many ancient peoples, they are among the poorest and most disenfranchised in their southern African [...]

Jewels of the Kalahari_Part Two January 13, 2010

Some of the images Boo George took during a trip to Kgalagadi in Botswana over December 2009 with Sabine Roemer, Anna Haber and Charlie Ryan. This is part of the Jewels of the Kalahari Jewellery Collection. A trip full of inspiration and an exchange of knowledge from both Roemer and team and the Bushmen people. The model [...]

Jewels of the Kalahari_Part One January 13, 2010

Élan Botswana recently got involved with a project that involves the women of the Sans People. This is an initiative that falls under the Kuru Foundation / Group based in Botswana that helps to raise funds for various initiatives concerning the bushman in Southern Africa. Through our work relationships in England and Europe we have become part of [...]

Prada unveils its temporary pop-up store in Paris August 12, 2009

Stalking the Wild Things: Style Warrior – Summer Bronzing from MAC June 10, 2009

‘The “wild things” of the world come together in eclectic and expressive new combinations’  Have no barriers and unleash the animal in you!

CHANEL Celebrates No 5 Day in New York City May 5, 2009

CHANEL Celebrates No 5 Day in New York City With Unveiling of New ‘No 5′ Film Starring Acclaimed French Actress Audrey Tautou     “CHANEL has unveiled the highly anticipated short film titled, Train de Nuit starring acclaimed actress Audrey Tautou, directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet. This artistic piece launched at 12:00AM on May, 5, 2009 [...]

Happy 100th Birthday Selfridges April 20, 2009

Selfridges commemorates its 100th birthday with a series of events and limited edition products from designers including Giles Deacon, Marc Jacobs, Mulberry, Converse, Vivienne Westwood, Stella MacCartney and Paul Smith. Be sure to go in store during the month of may to check out the celebrations. Click here for more information.