COMPLIED BY Jo Buitendach
To put a fresh spin on it, we’ve chosen three iconic chairs to inspire us
’Tis the season for beautiful gifts – and for our annual curated prezzie guide. Take a seat and sift through these minimalist, colourful, and natural and curvy ideas for your shopping list.
Minimalist Excellence
The 2 Fauteuil Grand Confort – by Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret and legendary architect/designer Le Corbusier – originally debuted at the Salon d’Automne in Paris in 1929. With its tubular steel framing, plump leather cushions and sparse, cube-like design, this is the archetype of a modern armchair. | cassina.com
Aballs M table lamp by Parachilna in Black
POA | cremadesign.co.za
Toguna sidetable
From R3 499 | woolworths.co.za
Chequered jug by Dani Enne
R2 300 | nosso.co.za
Staggered Stripe cotton rug 180cm x 120cm
R899 | woolworths.co.za
LV Aerogram Pilot tote
POA | louisvuitton.com
Crossover 2 carry-on in Black
R10 499 | thulestore.co.za
Globe Burst chandelier by Tom Dixon
POA | cremadesign.co.za
LV Rider boots in leather
R42 000 | louisvuitton.com
Byredo Desert Dawn EDP 100m
R5 220 | skins.co.za
Bioceramic What If…Blackagain? watch
R2 520 | swatch.com
Guzzini Tierra napkin holder in Cream
R599 | kitchenique.co.za
Pedrera coffee table by GUBI
POA | cremadesign.co.za
Titleist Vokey SM10 wedge in Jet Black
R3 800 | theproshop.co.za
Interplay wall art in Black & White
R5 200 | hertexhaus.co.za
Graphic Colour
The unique Palace chair – a true icon of the Memphis design movement – was created by George J Sowden in 1983. The real magic of this chair is its smart use of colour: the wood is lacquered black, with the exception of blue legs, green armrests, and a yellow backrest strip. | memphis.it
Mão Escorrida sculpture by Breve
R1 800 | nosso.co.za
LV x Park Seo-Bo Alma travel GM bag
R102 000 | louisvuitton.com
Venezia vase by Jonathan Adler
R3 970 | skins.co.za
Off-White Solution N°2 EDP 100ml
R3 600 | skins.co.za
BORNTOSTANDOUT Drunk Lovers EDP 50ml
R5 310 | skins.co.za
Cast-iron casserole pot in Red
R1 299 | woolworths.co.za
Veuve Clicquot “Road to the Sun” ice jacket
From R850 | yuppiechef.com
Lungi Joe ceramic piece
R16 000 | merchantsonlong.co.za
Sorrento tablecloth
R1 699 | cs4d.co.za
Blue Stripy placemat
R295 | byjohndesigns.com
Dolcevita glasses, tray and pitcher with lid
From R225 each | kitchenique.co.za
The Lobster tablecloth and napkins (set of 4)
From R450 | cs4d.co.za
Natural Elegance
Houtlander’s Chaste bench is a timeless piece of South African craftsmanship, its beautiful curves a play on the classic chaise longue. Chaste allows one person to lounge comfortably and another to sit, cradling their head. The wooden bench can be used indoors and out, and is perfect for spending time with loved ones. | houtlander.co.za
Listrada jug by Breve
R1 750 | nosso.co.za
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Apom EDP 800ml
R8 810 | skins.co.za
Six Dogs Pinotage Stained Gin
R550 | sixdogs.com
Duo lampshade by Ferm Living
R3 665 | cremadesign.co.za
Wooden grinder set
R470 | woolworths.co.za
Double handle vessel in Sage
POA | woolworths.co.za
Lené Ehlers vase
R5 750 | merchantsonlong.co.za
Guzzini Tierra bread bin with bamboo board in Cream
R1 799 | kitchenique.co.za
The Double Cloth reversible cotton throw in Karoo
R1 985 | mungo.co.za
Neverfull Bandoulière Inside Out bag in Tan
R55 500 | louisvuitton.com
Guzzini Tierra centrepiece in Cream
R1 449 | kitchenique.co.za
Fragment sidetable in ash wood and copper
POA | okha.com
Oyster wall lamp by Ferm Living
R14 173 | cremadesign.co.za
LV Monogram Flower Tile side plates in Beige
R3 946 for 2 | louisvuitton.com
Wood frame irregular mirror in Natural
R1 699 | woolworths.co.za
Ribbed teapot with metal sieve
POA | woolworths.co.za
Isola storage table by Ferm Living
R5 237 | cremadesign.co.za
Buur lounge chair by Ferm Living in Off-white
POA | cremadesign.co.za
*Availability and pricing correct at time of publishing.
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