Wardrobes with wow: Estilo Boutique
With a busy summer ahead of weddings, outdoor events, work functions, family celebrations and nights on the razzle, the desire for a wow but workable wardrobe is paramount. The mission to build such a wardrobe becomes an elevated experience when it happens within an intimate, one-on-one environment that feels safe and welcoming. Estilo Boutique curates […]
Unforgettable moments: Skyline Queenstown
A visit to Skyline Queenstown starts with a scenic gondola ride high above Queenstown, before you take the driving seat in the gravity-fuelled Skyline luge. Once you’ve conquered the course, hop on the chairlift and do it all again and again and again. Once is never enough. Then treat yourself to a sumptuous dining experience […]
Christmas at the Crowne: Crowne Plaza Christchurch
Crowne Plaza Christchurch is hosting their Christmas Day Buffet at Market Place Restaurant. All the joy of Christmas feasting but without the preparation – what could be better? Promising a day of decadence and relaxation, this December 25th Market Place Restaurant will once again be wrapped in seasonal decorations, full of holiday ambience for its […]
The waves of wellness
Every year we see wellness trends come and go. Let’s take a look back at some of the all-time greats of the last decade and see what has stuck the course. Gut health When research emerged that gut microbiota play a fundamental role in our health, it became a huge focus in the wellness industry. […]
Living healthy, living well
“You can’t pour from an empty cup” – Joseph Fleming Taking care of others comes naturally to most of us. Our children, our parents, our cherished friends, we don’t think twice about looking after them. So why do so many people struggle to take care of their own health and wellbeing? Wellness is now recognised […]
Finding balance
Author, speaker, and wellbeing retreat leader are just a few of the hats wellness coach Rachel Grunwell wears. Metropol’s Georgia Summerton chats to her about her experience coaching others towards a happier and healthier life. After decades working as a journalist, Rachel was offered a wellbeing column while on maternity leave. It was writing this […]
Influencing with style
The 2021 Women of Influence winners were recently announced, and amid the impressive line-up is Yu Mei founder, Jessie Wong. Taking out the Business Enterprise award, Jessie has seen amazing success in her career, and is making her presence known in the fashion industry. Metropol writer Georgia Summerton chats to her about her journey so […]
Chic shirt styling
An essential trans-seasonal wardrobe item, (in our humble opinion), is an oversized shirt. When worn as a layer over t-shirts and tanks, it provides a light amount of warmth but doesn’t add too much heaviness to an outfit. Buttoned up and tucked into pants or a skirt, a shirt becomes a smart casual option, and […]
Delicious, fresh fare: Urban Revival
We’re all foodies at heart and it’s great to know that we have plenty of choice, and not just in the central city. The growing hub of Silverstream is home to one innovative, fully licensed eatery where fresh is best, and as local as possible. Urban Revival is open seven days a week and has […]
On and off the stage
Actor, comedian, singer, writer, producer, and director, Mark Hadlow wears many hats and is one of New Zealand’s most loved and well-known performers. His outstanding appearances in musical theatre and plays, as well as television and movie roles have lead to him receiving multiple awards for his work. Metropol writer Georgia Summerton chats to him […]