{"id":17068,"date":"2023-06-26T08:00:58","date_gmt":"2023-06-26T06:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/?p=17068"},"modified":"2023-06-23T13:26:07","modified_gmt":"2023-06-23T11:26:07","slug":"a-stunning-success","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/blog\/2023\/06\/26\/a-stunning-success\/","title":{"rendered":"A stunning success"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><strong>Years ago, Nicolene Francis &#8211; better known as Nici &#8211; discovered what makes her heart beat a little bit faster. Making women feel special by creating, and selling affordable accessories. Fast forward a few years, and she\u2019s the proud owner of a beautifully unique one-stop-shop she believes has its very own heartbeat.<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Growing up in a family of entrepreneurs, the seeds of one day owning her own business were planted at a young age. But having the ability to sell ice to an Eskimo, Nici Francis had always dreamed of becoming the marketing manager of a big company. And so she got the qualification to back her goals.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI kicked off my working life at a big telecommunications company. But it didn\u2019t fascinate me and I just wasn\u2019t getting the hang of it. I was so unhappy, and it was so unlike my bubbly self to feel that way day in and day out.\u201d<br \/>\nWhenever the job would get the best of her, she\u2019d visit the local arts-and-crafts shop selling all kinds of handmade goods, just to feel a little bit more like herself again. One day, just as wooden beads were making a comeback in the jewellery scene, Nici noticed the quirky and colourful t-shirt necklace.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI liked it a lot! But I couldn\u2019t help thinking &#8230; how could I make these prettier, and sell them for less? Right then and there, Nici\u2019s Accessories was born. I opened the Nici\u2019s Facebook page, quit my job eight days later, barely three months into working for a boss.<br \/>\n\u201cThe same day I quit my job, I approached the first person I saw in our apartment complex and asked her if she wants to make jewellery with me. She said no, but offered to ask her sister\u2019s daughter, who started working with me a few days later.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>At the time Nici didn\u2019t know how she was going to pay her bills, let alone her first employee. But if there\u2019s a will, there\u2019s a way, right? In Nici\u2019s case \u2013 there\u2019s always a way! And needless to say, she made it happen.<br \/>\nIt wasn\u2019t long before she added all kinds of jewellery, scarves, purses and handbags to her list. Before long her living room business moved into their garage, followed by the small garden wendy house. One wendy became two, and two became three.<br \/>\n\u201cI remember a time when I used to hang the jewellery on palm trees outside the wendy houses to display to our customers, who used to park up to three blocks away to be able to come and visit. During this time, I opened two very small additional shops across Pretoria.<\/p>\n<p>But it just wasn\u2019t working out and I had to close them again. And, as we were making plans to knock down the three original wendies to make one big shop, Covid arrived.\u201d<br \/>\nBut since Nici has always believed in building a relationship with her customers, the orders kept coming in like crazy, despite the economic crunch. And, thanks to her loyal supporters, Nici\u2019s Accessories persisted. From there, the shop moved once or twice due to limited space and parking, only growing bigger and better.<\/p>\n<p>Today, now at the Byls Bridge Promenade Centre in Centurion, Nici\u2019s business is flourishing. Pop in and you\u2019ll find all kinds of accessories to zhuzh up your look, from head to toe. Clothes, shoes, scarves, hair accessories and jewellery galore! And all kinds of locally sourced home d\u00e9cor, and kiddies\u2019 goodies too. As Nici puts it\u2026 \u201csomething for everyone, from crawling to cane walking.\u201d<br \/>\nBut don\u2019t think the usuals go there just to keep up with the latest fashion trends. For many their outing simply isn\u2019t complete without catching up with the fab founder herself. This, coupled with a warm hug, friendly smile and a contagious laugh, just gives Nici\u2019s that personal touch.<br \/>\n\u201cI love chatting with my customers. For me, it\u2019s so much more than just a job and making money. And that\u2019s why I don\u2019t want multiple Nici\u2019s Accessories shops. For now, I just want to improve the one I have now. That\u2019s why I\u2019m excited that the shop will be expanding into the space next door in the very near future.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI want the shop to be a beautiful, tranquil space where women can come and just \u2026 be. A place where I can touch lives, share the love, and laugh and cry with our customers. I believe Nici\u2019s has her own heartbeat and personality. She\u2019s just one-of-a-kind!\u201d<br \/>\nIt\u2019s no wonder Nici often goes to the shop in her pajamas to get a head-start before it opens. We mean, who wouldn\u2019t want to prepare for a day\u2019s work with such aesthetically pleasing surroundings?<\/p>\n<p>And, when she says one-stop-shop, she means it. Nici\u2019s also boasts with an onsite beauty bar \u2013 with facials, massages, waxing, mani\u2019s and pedi\u2019s. The sugar on top? You get to fill up at Nici\u2019s Eatery with a well-deserved coffee, some breakfast, lunch, something light, or something sweet.<br \/>\nA self-confessed shopaholic, she feels that retail therapy brings her loads of happiness. From clothes, jewellery and d\u00e9cor to sneaker shopping\u2026 pair after pair after pair of white sneakers if she\u2019s being honest.<br \/>\nWhen Nici isn\u2019t shopping, working or dancing about with her 20-odd staff members, you\u2019ll probably find her at home, laughing with them around a braai.<br \/>\n\u201cI have an incredible team and I love them to bits! Each person brings something different to the table, and together they create such a pleasant atmosphere. I just love being around them, and being there for them, not just as an employer, but as a friend, and hopefully a mentor too.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>But it\u2019s not only the shop that brings her joy \u2013 she just loves spending time with her husband, Philip and family. And, come to think of it, a nice-smelling bubble bath and a big glass of wine to end off a busy day also never hurt anyone.<br \/>\nOne thing is for sure \u2013 this bubbly blonde with the sassy sneakers knows how to take a leap of faith. It just goes to show that with a little hard work and determination, anything is possible! <em>Details: @Nici\u2019s Accessories on FB and IG<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Nici\u2019s top fashion picks this winter\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17070 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-400x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article-1920x1440.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Did Nici mention the importance of supporting local? Well, she is now! She deems these sneakers the perfect personalised accessory to round off most outfits. Available in various different colours, it\u2019ll be hard to pass up when visiting her shop.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-17071 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-400x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article2-1920x1440.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Add a stylish twist to your wardrobe with one of these gorgeous leopard print bomber jackets. They pair easily with denim, and leggings, and will even take your semiformal, or cocktail attire up a notch. What are you waiting for? Get roaring with a jacket that never goes out of style!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-17072\" src=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-400x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"400\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-1068x801.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/getitmagazine.co.za\/pretoria\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2023\/06\/Nicolene-in-article3-1920x1440.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Nici just loves this mini dress in rust. Nipped and tucked in all the right places, this dress is guaranteed to make you feel feminine. For the colder months, she suggests pairing the dress with leggings or thermal tights, a chunky scarf to add stylish warmth or a neutral coat or jacket for some effective insulation.<\/p>\n<p>Text: ALANICKA LOTRIET. \u2022 Photographer: HILDA MANS. \u2022 Make-up: HEIDIE FOURIE. \u2022 Hair: JANINE\u00a0 LATEGAN.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Years ago, Nicolene Francis &#8211; better known as Nici &#8211; discovered what makes her heart beat a little bit faster. Making women feel special by creating, and selling affordable accessories. Fast forward a few years, and she\u2019s the proud owner of a beautifully unique one-stop-shop she believes has its very own heartbeat. 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