The timeless trouser
Call them pants or trousers, this fashion staple transcends the seasons in an assortment of styles, making them one of the most-worn items in your wardrobe. We look at the history and the future of the timeless trouser. Trousers can be credited to inventor and entrepreneur Jacob W. Davis who […]
Striking new city store
Fresh, bright and bursting with the colours of her new Kraftwork collection, renowned New Zealand fashion designer Kate Sylvester’s vibrant new store in the city centre is now open. Situated at 112 Cashel Street, the store is the brand’s second in Christchurch, with a Merivale store that opened in mid-2016. […]
Fashion for the busy woman: Key Black
The beautiful Key Black boutique in Cashmere will offer you locally made and designed styles for your curves. Specialising in foundation garments and styles you can work into your everyday wardrobe, the Key Black label is perfect for a busy woman’s lifestyle; easy to wear and easy to care for […]
Spring begins here: Made in the Shade
Spring has never looked lovelier than at Made in the Shade, with new stock arriving daily. From the vivaciously vivid to the dreamy pastel palette; from jaunty French-style “oh là là” tops to star-spangly sweaters; and from snazzy stripes to classy but classic check trousers, there’s something here for every gal looking […]
Floral Fixation
Will floral prints ever go out of fashion? Never! But if you’re going to wear flowers, now is the time to splash out; if one thing screams ‘spring has arrived’, it’s blooming flowers! Check out our top tips for this season. Take inspiration from the tougher punk-style ensembles that incorporate […]
Makeover magic: Maxwells Drycleaning
As Canterbury’s number one drycleaner and launderer for 20 years, Maxwells Drycleaning has always offered first-class cleaning of fine fabrics, along with top-quality service from the team. However, the team is thrilled to enhance this service even further, with each of the seven stores getting a gorgeous modern makeover. The Merivale Mall […]
If it suits
Suits are head-turning, confidence-creating and fabulously flattering – and have now relaxed into an exciting wardrobe staple. We check out the hottest suit styles for the coming season, to take us into 2020. While women once minced in demure pencil-skirt and jackets of the 1930s and 40s, this season’s trouser […]
Crazy for crochet
As we crawl our way out of winter, we’re starting to spend our days daydreaming about our spring and summer clothing collection. 2018 was the year of the basket bag, paving the path for a trend of all things woven in 2019; enter an abundance of intricately entwined fabrics – crochet, knit, […]
The perfect pair: Kjole Style
Amongst the exclusive range of clothing at Kjole Style is a handpicked selection of jeans that many customers have claimed to be the most comfortable they’ve ever owned. The Pulz brand includes three styles, with the Stacia Curve the most popular – perfect for pear-shaped figures – eliminating the ‘waist […]
Empowering through style: Bibi Maber
As a personal stylist, Bibi Maber’s goal is to empower clients by helping them get in touch with their authentic self and develop their own unique style. This allows them to shift their focus to target their life goals and dreams. She speaks from experience. While going through her own […]
