Ethereal enchantress

We’re interrupting regular programming to bring you sartorial inspiration for those tropical escapes ahead. While you flee the cold, we’re here to fatten your suitcase. If you’re swapping cosy sweaters for floaty fashion in the coming weeks, pack playful pieces with romantic charm. My advice? Embrace dressing adventurously overseas – chances are you won’t run […]

Jeweller Sophie Divett: An artist’s evolution

Stepping out as a Christchurch entrepreneur and artist, Sophie Divett’s journey into jewellery wasn’t planned – it evolved. Metropol writer Hannah Brown finds what started as a side hustle to fine arts studies became a full-time business, Sophie’s collections now synonymous with timeless elegance and conscientious design. Looking back, Sophie’s path into jewellery was less […]

Talking texture

Nothing speaks to me like textured clothing – it offers more impact and meaning than a simple garment. Picture Kaia Gerber walking the Valentino Fall 2023 runway in jeans and a white button down, except those jeans were instead silk gazar embroidered with microbeads in 80 shades of indigo to resemble denim. Contrasting materials trap […]

Blooming bridal bouquets: Victoria Florists

Flowers add to the magic of weddings in so many ways, making it essential they’re on trend and on theme. From boutonnière or buttonholes to corsages, bride and bridesmaids’ bouquets to headpieces, and table arrangements to venue decorations, beautiful blooms help to set the scene for a magical day. Just as bridal fashion is subject […]

Seasonal dressing with flair: Apt Collections

This season showcases gorgeous floral prints and stylish outerwear for effortless transitional dressing. Luxurious textures take centre stage, with velvet-touch fabrics and brushed cord adding elegance. Pants embrace a more flared silhouette – not quite bootcut, they lean toward straight or wide-leg styles, offering a modern, flattering shape. Looking back Apt Collections opened its doors […]

Step into elegance: Mikko Shoes

Explore luxurious new-season women’s styles at this family-owned footwear destination. Mikko Shoes curates collections to bring a welcome dose of joy to everyday dressing. “With a reflective nod to bygone times, AW25 brings a thoughtful shift away from the uber-casual and towards everyday elegance, complemented by a palette drawn from wintery landscapes,” says founder Michaela […]