CLOUD DANCER. Curated by Nina Tucker
A classic, wardrobe-essential hue, Pantone’s colour of the year, Cloud Dancer, materialises in boundless range for your 2026 fashion wishlist. Let it be a blank canvas – one that encourages a fresh era of self-expressive dressing.
Totes that tell a story: Victoria Jane
Homewares designer and master stylist Vicki Ogden-O’Fee shares her latest collection. “There’s something quietly powerful about carrying a piece that has a story,” Vicki says. “Our newest Victoria Jane tote bag range has just landed, online and in store at V for Hair, Merivale, and it’s a collection born from colour, craftsmanship and […]
WATCH IT
Back to work and watching the clock? Do it in style. Here’s five splashy timepieces that double as fashion accessories.
BEACH BABE – by Nina Tucker
Who needs a Euro summer when you can dress the part? These breezy seaside staples will have you feeling beach-babe-beautiful for days on the boat, at the bach, in the sand or on the sea. SHORE-BOUND STYLE Don’t sleep on accessories this summer – from sandals, sarongs, straw hats and sunscreen to a […]
DAZZLING DRESSES. Curated by Nina Tucker
Serve more than your potluck plate at Christmas dinner this year. Chic styles and sharp shapes afford immediate elegance – and did you really think we wouldn’t feature a red and green palette in our Christmas issue? The holiday’s classic hues have defined the runways this year, giving you a free pass from […]
Jewellery reimagined: BL Jewellery
When beloved broadcaster Miriama Kamo wanted to breathe new life into treasured jewellery, she turned to Christchurch jeweller Brett Liddle. This particularly meaningful project saw Brett handmake a ring that would connect Miriama to her late father – a piece created to hold his memory in a modern contemporary style. “Jewellery carries our […]
Play with prints: Zebrano
Summer is the season to be bold. Mixing prints is less about rules and more about balance, contrast, and a bit of fun,” says the team at Kiwi retailer Zebrano. With styles from New Zealand, Australian, and international designers in sizes 14 plus, they know how to make prints work for every mood […]
Beautiful and breathable: Only from Italy
Don’t miss the chance to secure these timeless, nature-inspired designs before they’re gone. Our final shipment for 2025 has just arrived,” says Simone, manager of Christchurch boutique OFI. “Our most-loved exclusive English Botanical Floral cotton poplin range, and our most popular Giovanni shirt is back in gorgeous summer hues including tangerine, fuchsia, and […]
Preserve your sight: Anstice
Sunglasses are far more than a fashion accessory. They’re an essential investment in long term eye health. Prolonged exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays can increase the risk of cataracts, macular degeneration, and pterygium (often called surfer’s eye), all of which can affect vision and comfort over time. “Possibly one of the most important […]
