We’ve got some great news taking us into the New Year for our lovely Capetonians! heat has just found out that Bensimon are opening their first flagship store at the V&A Waterfront this summer. The incredibly stylish lifestyle brand initially started with surplus military clothing that was reworked to give it a chic element while maintaining its vintage charm. The range grew to include shoes and accessories, including the Bensimon takkie made famous by personalities like Bridget Bardot then, and Julia Roberts now. The brand has continued to resonate with men and women who appreciate its low-key casual-chic elements. Bensimon now produces home wear, furniture and luggage, and is expanding into art, books and music in its native France. To get in on all this excitement, watch this space for more details!