Embracing change: V for Hair
Master stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee encourages clients to embrace change one beautiful transformation at a time. One of the most important (and often overlooked) elements in a great colour transformation is understanding your unique undertone,” says Vicki, owner of V for Hair in Merivale. Without that crucial first step, the result can fall flat, she explains. […]
The secret to younger-looking skin: Skin Rejuvenation Clinic
A 1992 invention, 30 years of proven safety and efficacy culminates in the form of Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy. Popularly referred to as IPL, this treatment is exactly that: popular. “Nowadays it is one of the most commonly performed aesthetic procedures worldwide. However, there are far too many people still not benefiting from the […]
Downtown: The development set to redefine Christchurch Central
‘Downtown Christchurch’ could be your ticket to New York city-style living. If you have always fantasised about the life of Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw, Mr. Big and their glamorous Fifth Avenue penthouse apartment, this might be your chance to live it. When Richard Peebles and Ben Owen of leading property development company Peebles […]
Editor’s note: What it means to be a Cantab
Some people truly radiate the spirit and tenacity of a Cantabrian. Others, we collectively cherish as a country. I’d argue both Dame Sophie Pascoe and Tiki Taane fall into those categories. Metropol, at its core, exists to champion our region and those within it, so you can imagine my delight when these two national treasures […]
Restoring memories: McDonald & Hartshorne
From the refresh of an important family heirloom to the complete rebuild of furniture passed down through generations, restoring such pieces preserves special memories. Even better, it’s a commitment to sustainability, reducing waste by returning beautiful pieces to their former glory. The bones of most antiques are solid and sturdy, so it makes sense to […]
The heart & soul of Dame Sophie Pascoe
Compassionate, gracious, not to mention gorgeous – Dame Sophie Pascoe radiates the resilience you would expect from someone who built their life and career proving just how wrong stereotypes can be. Metropol editor Nina Tucker caught up with our most decorated athlete on motherhood and the word ‘retirement’. Dame Sophie’s dream was always a colossal […]
The white tee
Over, under – the white tee makes a case as one of the most underrated sartorial staples. Not just as the base of what feels like a million outfit alternatives, its crisp colour, or lack thereof, pairs with almost anything. Make the most of the wonders it can work within your wardrobe. Curated by Nina […]
Winter wonders await in Hurunui
Where alpine adventure meets fireside indulgence. When winter wraps its snow-dusted arms around the Hurunui region, the landscape transforms into a serene alpine escape just a few hours from Christchurch. Whether you’re carving up mountain trails, soaking in mineral-rich thermal pools, or gazing at galaxies light-years away, this is where winter is done properly – […]
Dame Sophie Pascoe’s sartorial influence
For Dame Sophie, living a life in the public eye has meant being subject to constant assessment of her appearance. Over time, she learnt to use it to her advantage, developing an eye for the best pieces in local fashion. I used to utilise fashion to hide my disability at times. Now I very much […]
Brace against the elements
A crucial factor in any build – weathertightness and insulation can make or break how comfortable you are at home this season. At the core of building and living in homes is a desire for protection and shelter against the weather. Alongside quality insulation, ensuring an all-season weatherproof building envelope should be a primary consideration […]
