Winter reimagined: Mikko Shoes
Make everyday a little bit extraordinary with the latest luxury autumn/winter collection to land in Christchurch. Mikko Shoes’ new season range is rooted in confidence, depth and enduring style, where heritage hues meet modern attitude. “Rich colour, tactile finishes and purposeful silhouettes balance comfort, functionality and quiet sophistication for the cooler months,” says […]
What’s hot in hair: Haar Design
Christchurch stylist Caro Haar shares the latest hair trends, from an intentional shift to a 70s and 90s-inspired renaissance. “We’re moving towards sleek, soft textures and away from overly messy styles – hair is becoming much more intentional in 2026,” says Caro, owner of Haar Design in St Albans. Caro notes a shift […]
Rings with aroha: BLJewellery
A distinctly Kiwi take on the contemporary wedding ring. Brett Liddle, jeweller and founder of BLJewellery, created the Aroha range of wedding bands from his love of nature. “I love incorporating natural elements into jewellery, allowing the wearer to take a small piece of our country with them wherever they go. My designs […]
You’ve got the look
From Crocs to cigars, Canterbury couples are world-class when it comes to wedding fashion, putting their own personal spin on both trends and traditions on everything from shoes to flowers and bow ties. Enjoy this curation of fashionable moments from recent Canterbury weddings.
DIY reception dress
When Christchurch bride Emily Shannon wasn’t sure she could convince her groom Rhys that she needed a second dress for their wedding reception, she gathered her patternmaking book and an ethereal silk fabric, and put her fashion design degree to the test. What inspired your dress? I wanted a second dress because of […]
Instant style. What to buy. Where to buy it. The Crossing
Editor’s picks: The wedding guest wardrobe No matter how joyful a day it is, the first emotion that washes over me pre-wedding is panic: what will I wear, where can I buy it. I don’t want to be worrying about my wardrobe while my friends prepare to say ‘I do’. I break my […]
Do me a favour: Duffle & Co. – Whistle & Pop
From engraved jewellery as wedding favours to initialled travel bags, weddings bring plenty of opportunities for personalised giving. Make it personal From matching duffles or tote bags to honeymoon luggage, Duffle & Co’s Make It Personal service adds a name, date, anniversary, or initials laser engraved on your travel bags for the ultimate […]
Mother’s fit: The Fitting Room
Mothers of the bride or groom have more to worry about than how their bra fits come wedding day. From shape to support, leave it to Christchurch’s fitting experts. Family photos that will last a lifetime, emotional speeches you want to be present for… there’s no time for covert bra-adjustment operations. Feeling confident […]
Your day, your way
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from the thousands of wedding images our editorial team has been poring over in the last few weeks, it’s that Canterbury couples are ripping up the rule book. In 2026, the way people say ‘I do’ is infused with personality and pizazz. Here’s a snapshot – see […]
Living la vida low-tox: Cut the Crap
A personal health wake-up call led a Christchurch entrepreneur to question the ingredients in everyday beauty products and create low-tox alternatives. “Your skin is the largest organ on your body, and what you put on it goes straight into your bloodstream,” says Luana Griffin, founder of low-tox hair and skincare brand Cut the […]
