Weekend Madness

Going Cold Turks

Every second Sunday Cape Town is treated with the ultimate in weekend entertainment: Cold Turkey. The perfect way to end the weekend on a high, the event features local and international DJ’s and reflects Cape Town’s diverse culture with electronic music and braai vleis (what a duo). Chilled-out electronika, neck-bobbin’ hip hop, messy dubstep and a spectrum of sounds in between, is served up with your drumsticks and pap. This event fuses the different elements of pop culture that Cape Town has to offer: from the location in industrial area of Woodstock, to the Graffiti styled building of Amadoda Braai all the way to the ever-trendy devotees who populate it. It’s no wonder celebrities like musician Lauryn Hill and Clifton Shores’ Reality stars Katy Johnsons and Kathy David have been spotted enjoying a chilled Sunday afternoon with the Cold Turkey crowd.

This week was no different. Epic electronic mixes from DJ’s Danger Ngozi and Sisterfella, dominated the sound waves, and effortlessly merged with the rhythm of people’s steps. The drinks were over flowing and laughter was freely shared. The order of the day was go wild. This unique event was matched fittingly with an array of trendy, stylish, crazy and sexy apparel. Some opted for timeless Chuck Taylor’s while others chose Doc Martens. Either way, the dance floor was the place to be.

The style that was met by Cold Turkey’s alternative vibe varied from rocker chic, to patterns galore, differing right to the fit. Simply put: crazy, sexy, cool (if I may borrow from TLC). The assorted sounds of the day invited different style characters to mix and mingle. This crowd accurately reflected Cape Town’s multi-faceted street style: some like it extreme and in-your-face whilst others prefer simply chic, laid-back elegance. Whichever way they choose to play up their looks, it worked and it looked darn right hot!

Here are just some of the street style looks that tugged at my heart…

Lee