An unforgettable experience: The Carlin Hotel

Nestled in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful landscapes, The Carlin is a boutique, premium hotel unlike any other. Offering a new level of opulence and service for people who have a taste for the finer things in life, the boutique hotel overlooks the stunning Lake Wakatipu and is spread over seven floors. […]

The most delicious Sunday: Eliza’s Manor

Perfectly blending the unique atmosphere of a bygone era, with a sophisticated and modern twist, Eliza’s Manor is a dream location to stay or dine. When you walk through the door, you’re transported back through the decades. Luxury is in every detail, from the beautiful boutique accommodation to the welcoming fine dining restaurant. […]

Relax, indulge and enjoy a resort retreat: Fable Hotels and Resorts

A weekend away or a week away? Whatever you need to recharge your batteries, one leading brand of luxury hotels offers a choice of five different locations around New Zealand for you to choose from. Fable Hotels and Resorts curates exceptional stays in remarkable accommodation with five unique properties, each with their own […]

Out of the blue

Style away the winter blues by embracing all the beautiful hues of this adored colour, no matter what your age is. From royal to baby, navy to cobalt, the shades of blue are varied and vast. Be inspired by the different combinations of contrasting colours that work with blues. Pretty with neutrals such […]

Express yourself: Made in The Shade

The hottest rules around fashion this winter are there are no rules; this winter is all about dressing for nobody but you – it is the winter of self-expression. Never has the urge to celebrate our uniqueness been as strong as it is now, and there’s no better way to declare who we […]

A perfect, pretty and pink winter

Winter is usually the time for dark colour palettes and moody inspired hues, but 2022 trends are showing something quite different. Bright colours have been wildly popular in autumn and winter fashion shows this year, seeing Valentino famously go bold with an almost entirely pink collection. Colour has the ability to shift your […]

The secret to no makeup: Angela Millar

Cosmetic tattooing is now considered one of the most desired beauty treatments in appearance medicine, worldwide. The major appeal of this semi-permanent makeup is that it enhances the face yet looks natural. Angela Millar (pictured) has worked in the beauty industry for over 30 years and describes her career in micropigmentation as rewarding. […]

Our most visible asset: Facehaven

Confidence comes from healthy self-esteem and inner happiness, and when we feel confident, it can’t help but show in the way we present ourselves to the world. For most of us, being the best version of ourselves doesn’t happen overnight. Along with a good diet and exercise programme, we have to put the […]

Workplace mental health

An innovative, employer-funded, fast response digital platform is delivering quick results for people usually facing long wait times to access mental health support. In the 18 months since it launched, the Ignite Aotearoa platform has helped more than 3000 people to quickly access qualified mental health practitioners, therapists, coaches and mentors across the […]

Perimenopause and beyond: Freedom Health

Did you know that more than 50 different symptoms are associated with the hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause and beyond? At a time in your life where everything else points towards more independence and freedom, it can sometimes feel like your body has been hijacked, and you may never feel “normal” again. […]