Love is in the air
“There is simply the rose; it is perfect in every moment of its existence,” so wrote Ralph Waldo Emerson in the 19th century, and perhaps this pithy but somewhat profound statement encapsulates best why the rose has, for centuries, symbolised love and is the flower most given on Valentine’s Day. […]
Botanical beauty
Nature is undeniably beautiful. Therefore, adorning ourselves in leafy glade renditions or the magical mystique of a lush green forest reflects our free-spirited feminine wiles. Karen Walker has her own take on the botanical twist. Her ‘Runaway Girl’ pendant has turned woodland nymph, now dangling an adorable oversized acorn as […]
A powerful collection
Natalie B Coleman has long merged fashion and social activism and her latest collection is no different. A portion of all proceeds from her limited SISTERS collection – available exclusively at Zambesi – will be donated to the UNFPA for its life-changing work in the female sexual and reproductive space and local […]
Fabulous Face-Framers
Prescription glasses have come a long way, from library to catwalk – these fabulous face-framers can be a true reflection of personality. Being short-sighted has been a big bonus for celebrity cook Jax Hamilton. She has a designated drawer for her 36 pairs of spectacular spectacles and eight pairs […]
A lifetime of happiness
Based at its plush New Regent Street location, Polished Diamonds – Jewllery Design, is in the business of sweeping people off their feet with its custom-made rings. Using cutting-edge technology and traditional handcraftsmanship, diamond rings, remodelling, repairs and adjustments are completed at the best price and the highest quality standards. […]
Fun-loving flats
Flat summer shoes, a.k.a flatties, will be teetering high on the shoe-shopping list this summer. We look at the low down on this wardrobe favourite. Flat mules offer open-healed summer comfort with closed-in-toe chic – and they’re oh-so-easy to slip on and off. They add style to pants of any length […]
Style staple: shoulder bags
Shoulder bags are the most practical style staple for an active life, leaving hands free to juggle phones, children, dogs, Christmas shopping – and giving hugs! It’s all about the strap with the shoulder bag. There is a return of the ’80s chain straps seen in slim gold to bold twisted […]
Stepping up their game
Since ECCO Shoes’ story began in Denmark in 1963, the company has evolved to become a revolutionary shoe manufacturer like no other. Enter the SHOCK-THRU collection – a range of sleek, athleisure-inspired sneakers that incorporate brand new ground-breaking technology. At the core of ECCO’s ethos lies a determination to provide shoes with […]
To the max
The trends of maximalism and minimalism seem to be fighting for the top spot everywhere. It’s time to wave goodbye to demi-fine jewellery as it steps out of the spotlight and is replaced by a chunkier rival. This season, leave your dainty jewels on the duchess and make way for […]
Homemade & Heartfelt: Rainey Designs
Self-taught glass and jewellery artist Selma Rainey started designing and creating in 2006, then once husband Sean joined her, the Christchurch pair established their boutique jewellery business, Rainey Designs. Several years later, the business has grown but still maintains the qualities of a boutique business by keeping everything locally […]
