Luxe looks: Estilo Boutique
From office style to elegant evening looks, this Lincoln fashion hub has you covered. Feeling great and expressing our personal style through what we wear should be easy and fun. We all have enough on the to-do list without the added pressure of sourcing outfits for special occasions, for busy workdays, or for […]
3 knitwear essentials: Zebrano
“Knits are the pieces you reach for again and again”. They layer easily, move with your day, and work with almost any outfit,” say the team of stylists at New Zealand designer fashion retailer Zebrano. We asked for their top three knitwear essentials, and how to style them. THE JUMPER From crew necks […]
You wear it well: The Wool Company
Four seasons in one day is how Cantabrians describe their weather, and dressing for those rapid shifts can be a daily challenge. For Margot Riach, owner of The Wool Company, the answer is simple: merino possum. “Once people wear it, they never look back,” she says. “By blending the fibres, we create soft, […]
Wool girl
CURATED BY NINA TUCKER If you want to be a cool girl, you must first become a wool girl. New Zealand’s favourite fibre – sustainable, breathable, biodegradable, beautiful – don’t try to convince me wool (whether that’s merino, cashmere, tweed, or mohair) isn’t the best thing you could have in your wardrobe.
Look lively: Matthews Eyecare in The Tannery
Eye care is about more than just updating your prescription; it is an important part of looking after your overall health. Regular eye exams don’t just help you see clearly, they can also pick up early signs of conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration and even diabetes, says Claire Randall of Matthews Eyecare in […]
Luxury never fades: Duffle&Co
A commitment to quality and sustainability has seen this premium Kiwi bag brand thrive well into its tenth year. Premium luxury bag brand, Duffle&Co is celebrating 10 years of providing customers with made-to-last quality and a firm commitment to people and planet. Managing director Bernadette Stevenson, whose brand was recognised in British Vogue […]
Buy local: Yarn with a true New Zealand story – Wild Earth Yarns
While much of New Zealand’s wool is shipped offshore for processing, one Christchurch-based company is keeping the entire journey close to home. Wild Earth Yarns, owned by Graham and Jacqui McLaughlin, is committed to producing 100% locally made, fully traceable yarn. “We’re seeing a global shift away from synthetics toward natural, biodegradable fibres,” […]
Welcome to a new era in wool
The New Zealand Merino Company has rebranded as Zentera, signalling a strategic evolution while maintaining its focus on premium, traceable wool and regenerative practices. The New Zealand Merino Company has rebranded as Zentera Wool Company, a move its leadership says reflects a natural evolution rather than a shift in direction. Chief executive Angus […]
Dressing naturally: Linens & Treasures
An appreciation for elegant, sustainable fashion begins here. Complete your linen love story with a curated collection of natural fibres, jewellery, and accessories – your one-stop style destination at Barrington Mall. “Linen is the ultimate for women going through menopause and beyond – or for any age group, really. It’s simply so much […]
Trend report
Having marked her brand’s 20th anniversary in March, STORM founder and creative director Deb Caldwell has pioneered New Zealand fashion long enough to see fads come and go and core trends cycle back around. “Trends often return after roughly 20 years because of nostalgia,” Deb says. “Right now, international fashion trends for autumn […]
