Retail Therapy in Cape Town

11/6/2014

South Africa is considered "cutting edge" in the realm of jewelry and fashion design. Its jewelry has received worldwide recognition as a sophisticated art form that celebrates the country’s rich cultural diversity and mineral resources. On the fashion front, local designers are making important creative statements about what it means to be South African with their take on trendy, affordable design. Cape Town offers an array of craft markets, boutiques and art galleries that concentrate on developing local South African talent. The Victoria & Alfred Waterfront hosts high-end international brands such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Burberry alongside local retail shops such as Carrol Boyes and local chocolatiers. Diamonds 27 has recently opened their doors on the V&A Waterfront and showcases some of the best quality hand selected loose diamonds ready to be set into bespoke jewelry creations.

The Neighbourgoods Market takes place every Saturday from 9:00am – 2:00pm in a sky-lit brick warehouse at the Old Biscuit Mill, with over 100 traders offering everything from organically grown fruits and vegetables to locally crafted beer and traditional food.