Umu Ora believe that how a space feels is inseparable from how we feel within it. Scent moves quietly between body and room, settling onto skin, lingering softly in the air and becoming part of the atmosphere and memory of a place.

Every product begins with ingredients sourced with intention, working with farmers, co-operatives and family-run producers across Africa who share the brand’s commitment to quality, sustainability and respect for the land.

The Umu Ora Edit brings that philosophy to life through four daily rituals: Hand Wash, Body Balm, Home Mist and Ritual Oil. Together, they create a sensory thread through the everyday – connecting wellness with the spaces we inhabit.

At the heart of the collection is Bergamot & Lavender. Bright bergamot carries the freshness of newly cut citrus peel, softened by Cape grown lavender and neroli, while a touch of patchouli adds warmth and depth. Fresh yet grounded, it is designed to lift the mood while leaving both body and space feeling calm, centred and beautifully held.

Wash your hands and allow the scent to remain softly on the skin. Work the Ritual Oil into pulse points and carry it with you throughout the day. Mist a room and transform its atmosphere in an instant. The Unscented Body Balm nourishes deeply without interrupting the scent story, or can be blended with a few drops of Ritual Oil for a richer, more enveloping experience.

Together, these rituals shape the feeling of a moment – on the skin, in the home and in the memories we carry with us. | umuora.com

The prize

The Umu Ora Edit gift box includes:

• Bergamot & Lavender Hand Wash 200ml
• Unscented Body Balm 200ml
• Bergamot & Lavender Home Mist 100ml
• Bergamot & Lavender Ritual Oil 30ml

How to enter

Simple – head to this post on Instagram, follow @umuora and @visi_mag, and tell us how you create calm in your everyday spaces in the comments. One entry is permitted per person.

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Some places don’t need to announce themselves – they simply shift your pace the moment you arrive. Yellowwood Cottage is one of those rare gems, with just the right ratio of ease to escape. Just a short drive from Cape Town, in the secluded hamlet of Churchhaven, where the landscape opens into fynbos, salt air and the vast stillness of the surrounding lagoon, Yellowwood Cottage sits right on the water’s edge as though it has always belonged, anchored in its surroundings and softened by wind and tide. The architecture honours its fisherman’s-cottage heritage with refined ease: camphor wood beams, rattan ceilings and a natural, sun-washed palette are layered with considered modern furnishings, creating a space that is both grounded and supremely luxe. Three en suite bedrooms face calming lagoon views, each fitted with a fireplace for cooler months. A fourth bunk room, complete with books and board games, adds to the relaxed family-centred warmth. Living spaces flow effortlessly onto a shaded veranda that’s been designed for slow mornings, long lunches and the unhurried rhythm of holidays. Fully off-grid and powered by solar energy, the cottage offers thoughtful, curated comfort – luxury linen, a well-equipped kitchen, Wi-Fi, and paddleboards for still-water exploration. In winter, Yellowwood reveals its most intimate secrets through access to fynbos trails under crisp skies, mussel pots simmering in the kitchen, and evenings spent by the fire with red wine – and conversation – in full flow. In spring, from early August to late September, the West Coast puts on one of the Cape’s most spectacular natural displays: a vibrant carpet of wildflowers. In summer, it’s all about swimming, cycling and flamingos drifting across golden sunsets. No matter the season, the setting remains quietly unforgettable. yellowwoodcottage.co.za | reservations@ellekecollection.co.za | 087 711 5500

*The prize is worth R40 500. Ts & Cs apply. Travel costs not included. Valid until 30 September 2026.

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Ducko Down crafts beautiful duck down products that offer superb quality, durability and value for money. Ducko’s bedding and accessories redefines the sleep experience, ensuring a luxurious, soft, warm and comfortable night’s rest.

Ducko duvets and pillows are hand-filled with pure locally sourced feathers and down, and encased in 100% cotton down-proof fabric, making them perfect for all seasons.

All Ducko’s down and feathers are locally produced from certified free range ducks. The feathers are washed and sterilised on the premises, after which they are sorted and filled into the brand’s famous duvets, pillows and scatters. duckodown.co.za | orders@duckodown.co.za | 014 537 2124

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