Catwalk collections
New Zealand Fashion Week showcased the best of Kiwi labels, old and new, with relaxed silhouettes, plenty of ruffles, and loose, easy-to-wear styles at the forefront. From flowing maxi skirts to unstructured, lightweight dresses, loose-fitting trousers, and flatter footwear, the looks shifted between androgyny and femininity. Popping among the neutral hues were shades […]
Family flora: Kiwi Flora
Flexibility, adaptability and above all being aware of the changing tastes and requirements of customers are often keys to a business remaining viable and successful. The staff at Kiwiflora Nurseries near Templeton, certainly model these attributes. “Over the past few years we have recognised that today’s residential gardens are now limited in space […]
Get plastered: Red Rock Plastering
Interior plaster walls are fast becoming the preferred choice for high-end home owners, instead of paint and wallpaper. Concrete is in vogue at the moment, from walls to floors, it adds a touch of class to any room. Actual concrete can be difficult to work with, and costly, but there is an alternative […]
For intimate weddings: The George
When it comes to planning an intimate wedding, a hotel can be the perfect setting for a memorable and romantic celebration. With its luxurious amenities and attention to detail, The George hotel can provide a beautiful backdrop for your special day. Here are some tips to ensure a perfect day: Personalised Service The […]
Scenic and historic settings: Ferrymead Heritage Park
It’s not often that you are spoilt for both choice and historical ambiance when it comes to a location for a wedding. That is the case at Ferrymead Heritage Park, home to an early 1900s township. You might opt to have your ceremony in the quite stunning 1911 heritage chapel with its original […]
Extraordinary venue for all occasions: Mona Vale Homestead
Making any wedding a special day is its setting, and the choice of venue. In Christchurch, settings don’t come any better for an amazing wedding than historic Mona Vale Homestead. A charming, fully licensed, venue surrounded by 5.5 hectares of elegant landscaped gardens, along the banks of the tranquil Avon River, it makes […]
Top millionaire cities
When it comes to the number of resident millionaires, cities in the USA and China dominate the World’s Top 10 Wealthiest Cities list. Only one European city, London, made it on to the 2023 list published recently by international investment migration firm Henley & Partners, in conjunction with global wealth intelligence firm New […]
Moreish Moroccan cuisine: Mosaic by Simo
Morocco is known for its beautiful architecture, its exquisite ceramics and of course for its delicious cuisine, that is fragrant and hearty. A s Morocco is at the crossroads of many civilizations, its food is a mélange of different culinary influences. Here in Christchurch we are fortunate to be able to sample authentic […]
A fairy tale location: VR Hanmer Springs Retreat
When planning a wedding, the top priority is always the venue. Once that is secured, everything else can be done at a more relaxed pace. For many couples, the desire is for an outdoor wedding that brings a magic of its own – there is nothing like a breathtaking setting for that unforgettable […]
New haircare technology: Haar Design
Recently launched in New Zealand, Ultimate Repair by Wella Professionals, is changing the hair game. It’s common knowledge that winter dries out hair strands and with life being busy, especially in the lead-up to December, an effective and simple hair care regime is often exactly what is needed. The Ultimate Repair hair care […]
