Media Release: Superga Re-launches Floral & Tropical Botanical Range

With summer well underway, Italian footwear brand Superga is thrilled to re-launch its bright and bold Floral and Tropical Botanical Range. The range forms part of the wider Spring/Summer 2014-15 collection.

It comprises a bevy of high tops, slip-ons, the popular traditional Superga classics as well as sporty slim-lines. Kick-starting the comfortable, vibrant and trendy range are the black & white 2095 ANNABELLA high tops and the white & violet 2754 FANTASYROSE high tops, which will retail for R800.00.

Slip-ons which Superga fanatics can look forward to are the green & fuchsia 2210 slip-ons, the light blue 2311 PALMS AZUL as well as the multi-coloured 2311. The classic 2750 sneaker has been revamped and is now presented in a BAHAMAS tropical print available in both fuchsia & violet as well as green respectively. It will retail for R800.00.

The 2951 slim-lines were first introduced in Poppy Ntshongwana’s range for Superga. Those who loved the burst of summer delivered by these sneakers will be elated to discover these island- loving offerings make a comeback not only in the light blue PALMS style, but also in a multi-coloured HAWAII style and will retail at R850.00.

Whether running errands or about town with family and friends, these sneakers are an ideal wardrobe staple.

Media Release: Suki Waterhouse Face Of Superga AW14 Campaign

The British actress and model Suki Waterhouse, is set to continue as brand ambassador for the Autumn/Winter 2014 season. Shot in London, this is the sophomore campaign featuring the model, turned designer.

The campaign launches with Suki’s exclusive 60’s inspired shoot, alongside 6 key styles for the season, which begin to drop online, and in-stores from late September. Metallic silver, autumnal green and bold burgundy sneakers feature in the classic 2750 and mid-top styles, whilst the popular flatform shoe has been updated with soft navy blue suede.

Three exclusive flatform styles designed by Suki herself and inspired by her time spent in Paris will follow later in the season. This exclusive capsule collection created for Superga will be the model’s first designing experience for the brand with each of the styles encompassing her personality, femininity and playfulness.

“I am very excited about the launch of my new collection with Superga. I really enjoyed creating for the brand and adding a piece of myself into the designs. I hope that everyone loves them as much as I enjoyed making them.” -Suki Waterhouse.

The collection features pastel shades available in a sugary blue and pink; with a bolder option available in red and navy. A cross between a flat plimsole and a platform shoe, each of the designs are in the brand’s popular flatform style and feature hearts imprinted into the sides of the soles. Suki’s three exclusive styles will be available in-store and online from the 8th of October 2014.

Superga has a history of collaborating with the most distinctive British style icons. Suki follows in the legendary footsteps of fashion favourites Alexa Chung and Rita Ora, to star in the AW14 campaign.

From The Desk of:  Janna Koppel Public Relations | janna@jkpr.co.za 

Media Release : Radley Autumn/Winter 2014 Campaign

Radley was born in the heart of London in 1988, driven by a passion for making bags for women that just “work”. The brand has evolved over the years into a British icon of affordable luxury. Radley blends creative design, quality materials and immaculate craftsmanship. They value being colourful, surprising and real to create luxurious handbags and purses that women can’t help falling in love with. Radley’s design approach is straight forward. It’s about putting women’s needs first, achieving the perfect union of beauty on the outside and function on the inside. The intelligent design, that’s Radley.

Simplicity, colour and structure lies at the heart of the Radley AW14 collection. They introduce a series of key new ranges in a confident Autumnal colour palette peppered with bold bursts of colour. The design team sought inspiration from the iconic designs that fill the London landscape, from the classic London black cab to the Victoriana of our Westminster lamp posts, from the silhouette of the iconic red London post boxes to the uniformity of a belisha beacon. The street furniture of London injected with pops of colour, making the ordinary, extraordinary.

The Bloomsbury, a striking new structured range for AW14, its streamlined simplicity in elegant and refined. The range consists of a large and medium structured grab with cross body strap, a cross body canteen, and evening clutch with adjustable strap, cosmetic case and wallet.

The Berkley, a softer more fluid shape in supple Harwood leather. Introduced in two key silhouettes in a autumnal colour palette of navy, Iava and tan. This bag is designed as a day to day companion to be well loved and age beautifully.

The Border, a Radley classic, updated this autumn with the introduction of a mini bag, postbag and clutch. The Borders simple lines and symmetry play on the lines of a classic British letter box shape. 

The Radley AW14 Collection will be available at select Stuttafords stores nationwide. For further information please call (011) 450 1156.

From The Desk Of: Janna Koppel | www.jkpr.co.za | jannakoppel@gmail.com

Media Release: Ted Baker Spring Summer 2014 “Get In On The Act” Lookbook

Fashion’s foremost enigmatic showman, Ted Baker, has set the stage for an eye-popping collection of stylish thrills and frills this SS14. Memorable moments of beauty appear alongside mesmerising, irreverent style to amaze and astound, in equal measure.

Ted’s sumptuous womenswear collection puts on a show this SS14 with striking prints, strong silhouettes and intoxicating colours.

Theatrical tones and sorbet shades, including pink, lilac, lemon and mint, are paired with metallic highlights to create a stylish allure. Botanical beauty provides a focus on prints, with Ted’s ‘Rose on Canvas’, ‘Symmetrical Orchid’ and ‘Sugar Sweet Floral’ prints flourishing across clothing and accessories.

Modernised through colour and texture, tailoring features boucle and subtle metallic fabrics, whilst cocoon coats, blazers and cropped jackets are draped effortlessly over the shoulder. Fluid feminine fabrics and cleverly placed pleats and tucks on dresses take a lead role, whilst free flowing dresses and tops twinkle with jewels, adding glamour and charm to the collection.

In contrast, clean lines and structured silhouettes also make an appearance, including colour block dresses, minimal detailing and biker styling adding an edge to jackets and coats. Neon continues to make a statement with Ted’s ‘Electric Day Dreams’ floral print featuring fluorescent flashes. Statement pieces include a lime neoprene dress and a neon yellow knit, teamed with neon yellow bomber jacket and nude leather shorts. After all, it’s not enough to know how to look the part… you have to know how to turn heads.

Ted’s menswear collection, meanwhile, is full of flamboyant polish and panache, offering vibrant colours, original prints and thrilling threads.

Stripes, spots, geos and checks appear throughout, whether worn head to toe (step forward Ted’s geo print suit) or as subtle details on clothing and accessories. A pink and white linen stripe blazer conjures up an image of a quintessential English seaside gent, while the geometric floral designs of Turkish tiles provide inspiration for statement printed shirts and accessories.

Jackets feature distinctive debonair touches including smarter tortoiseshell and mother of pearl buttons, and shirts have wider, button down collars. Ted’s iconic linings reflect the diversity of his latest travels, from English straw boater lining prints to the more exotic parrot print.

For a more casual look, unlined unstructured blazers relax in soft linens and cottons, teamed with plain or micro check chino trousers and shorts. Harrington and bomber-style jackets continue the stress free vibe, and wardrobe staples such as polos, t-shirts and lightweight knits appear across a palette of punchy tones.

So get in on the act with Ted this SS14, and enjoy a spectacularly fashionable collection that will take your breath away.

FROM THE DESK OF: Janna Koppel | JK Public Relations | janna@jkpr.co.za

Media Release: Suki Waterhouse Is The Face Of Superga For Spring / Summer 2014

Superga are pleased to announce British actress and model Suki Waterhouse as the face of their Spring / Summer 2014 campaign due to launch March 2014. The campaign will depict the brand’s laid-back yet stylish ethos through defining Sprezzatura. Sprezzatura, the Italian art of looking good without seemingly trying.

Sprezzatura encompasses a certain nonchalance; an effortlessly casual grace that Italian fashion does best. Easily described as an artful dishevelment, the style needs not boast the thought and concept that has created an outfit, instead lending a modern interpretation to a timeless notion. 

‘…so as to conceal all art and make whatever one does or says appear to be without effort and almost without any thought about it.’ – Baldassare Castiglione’s The Book of the Courtier

The campaign, due to launch with Suki’s exclusive shots for the brand will follow on throughout the season to feature a behind-the-scenes look at the fashion industry with a showcase into fashion insiders’ style and their interpretation of Sprezzatura. Suki’s influence within the industry reflects well in Superga’s history of collaborating with the most distinctive British style icons. Suki follows in the legendary footsteps of fashion favourites Alexa Chung and Rita Ora and embodies Sprezzatura.

Currently the face of Burberry Brit Rhythm, Suki stars in the 2014’s release ‘Love,Rosie’; the sequel to blockbuster hit ‘PS I Love You’ and is an undeniable rising force within the fashion industry today.

From The Desk of: Janna Koppel Bernic | Janna Koppel PR | jannakoppel@gmail.com

Media Release | Pretty Ballerinas Launches Autumn/Winter 2014 Collection

The iconic Spanish footwear brand Pretty Ballerinas opened its first retail store in South Africa at Hyde Park Corner in Johannesburg in 2013. Pretty Ballerinas, known for its exclusive ballet flats, ballet pumps and flat shoes, are hand-made on the Mediterranean island of Menorca by the legendary Mascaró family shoe business established in 1918. 

Pretty Ballerinas was launched in 2005 and today the brand has a network of over 60 stores in the major fashion capitals of the world, including London, Milan, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Barcelona, New York, Madrid, Sao Paulo, Montreal, Taipei, etc.

Pretty Ballerinas are a firm favourite of both stylists and celebrities and are worn by the likes of Kate Moss, Elle MacPherson, Katie Holmes, Claudia Schiffer and Angelina Jolie, to name but a few.

The Pretty Ballerinas collection comprises over 100 versions, all exclusively handcrafted with unique materials and colour combinations. Many of the styles are named after female icons and silver screen legends from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s.

The Pretty Ballerinas AW14 collection comprises of a selection of pumps and loafers that are stylish and trend appropriate. These are an assortment of leather, pony and elegant brocade fabricated options with fluorescent inserts. The colour palette is a melancholy array of classic black, royal purple, red, olive green and electric blue. This is a sweet, romantic and pretty collection that is a statement of girlishness, class and coquettish style, perfect for the fashionista who gives preference to comfort and femininity for any season.  

The Pretty Ballerinas AW14 collection is available from at the flagship store in Hyde Park Corner. 

From The Desk of:  Janna Koppel  |Janna Koppel Public Relations |  janna@jkpr.co.za