Hair & now: Hairdressing Industry Creative Awards
New Zealand’s hair industry celebrates its best talent with the Australian Hairdressing Industry Creative Awards. Metropol editor Nina Tucker caught up with one of Canterbury’s finalists, visionary stylist Marque Morehu, on the inspiration behind her collection. Marque Morehu’s talent precedes her. The director and senior stylist of Kaiapoi’s M M Hair Studio, and […]
Reuse, relove: The challenge for the fashion industry
The fashion industry is responsible for 10% of the world’s carbon emissions – sending roughly 92 million tonnes of textile waste to landfill, of the 100 billion tonnes produced each year. Metropol editor Nina Tucker asks three industry leaders what it means to be a sustainable fashion brand in New Zealand. Fashion is […]
Fashion fundraiser: Harbour Couture charity gala
“Fundraising to pay for the rebuild of Governors Bay jetty has always been an innovative affair,” smiles Louisa Eades, secretary of the Governors Bay Jetty Restoration Trust. “We’ve done art auctions, a golf day, music festivals, Santa photos, and a board game.” Next up is Harbour Couture, a fashion gala at the Loons […]
Reduce your fashion footprint
Mindful Fashion’s Chief Executive Jacinta FitzGerald is right. We can create high-quality products in New Zealand using low-impact materials – and we can do it well. Invest in clothes made to last, not to be replaced. Local, and many with B Corp status, these brands are a great place to start. […]
Join the flock: Get Flocked
Knitting, crocheting, and crafts alike are experiencing a resurgence in popularity – from handmade chunky sweaters and blankets to knitted scarves with retro designs. Such crafts come with countless benefits, including reducing stress and anxiety and encouraging mindfulness. By providing a sense of calm, knitting can lower the heart rate and reduce cortisol, […]
Embrace grey with confidence: V for Hair Merivale
Master hairstylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee answers your top questions. Do I need to know my natural undertone? “Yes – knowing your skin undertone is not negotiable. It’s the starting point in guiding the right shades of silver, ash, or warm grey to best flatter your complexion.” Why should I think about the haircut too? […]