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We've written about the first-of-its-kind Ardmore Satara Suite at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa, inspired by the incredible hand-painted designs that have become the label's sought-after trademark.
Founded by Fée Halsted, Ardmore is a coveted ceramic, design, and homeware luxury brand with stores, galleries, and studios in Cape Town, Johannesburg, and KwaZulu-Natal. What began as a ceramics apprenticeship in the foothills of the Drakensberg almost 40 years ago has expanded into a wide collection of exquisitely designed homeware and fashion items, including napkins, fabric, wallpaper, furniture, jewellery, scarves, and silk accessories. The Ardmore team includes local sculptors, painters, a graphic artist, and a pottery thrower, all of whom are trained by Halsted.
As we're now heading into the festive season, Ardmore and Fairlawns have just the thing. A luxury festive shopping experience at Fairlawns features Ardmore's brand-new Thanda Tabling Collection, a limited-edition Armoured Warriors silk scarf, as well as a selection of the studio's latest ceramic creations. Consider it a magical, pre-holiday treat or simply an excellent way to stock up on some enviable gifts before the Christmas rush. Your friends and family will thank you.
Make the most of your visit by coupling it with one of the events running concurrently. There's a brunch, a dinner, and a series of insightful talks. Details below.
Dates to diarise
Thu, Nov 14 – Sun, Nov 17 – Visit Villa Moji at Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa in Sandton for Ardmore's festive shopping experience and exhibition. Open from 10:00 – 16:00 daily, and closing at 14:00 on Sun. Tickets are R80 p.p. (or R40 p.p. for under 18s) and include coffee and petite pastries, with proceeds going to the Ardmore Community. Book your tickets here.Thu, Nov 14 from 10:00 – Enjoy a harvest table brunch and join Ardmore founder Fée Halsted and Mavromac owner Hanneke Swart for a morning of conversation. Beautiful gifts are part of this memorable experience. Space is limited, and tickets cost R850 p.p. Book now.
Thu, Nov 14 and Fri, Nov 15 at 15:00 – Fée Halsted shares more about Ardmore's journey of crafting a legacy through ceramic art.
Sat, Nov 16 from 17:30 – Join a long table feast with Fée Halsted and friends with a welcoming drink of Inverroche gin followed by herb-crusted loin of lamb, citrus squash tortellini, and chocolate crémeux mille-feuille on the menu, served with GH Mumm Champagne. There will be live entertainment on the night. Tickets are R1,950 p.p. Book now.
Sat, Nov 16 and Sun, Nov 17 – Catherine and Megan Berning share a presentation on the art and inspiration of Ardmore, exploring the techniques and creative processes that make the brand's ceramics truly unique.
