Rad lads
Street style or dinner date – these local picks marry luxury and versatility for winter warmth with an edge.
Your woolly winter wardrobe
With the winter solstice behind us and the worst of the weather ahead, it’s time to invest in extra layers to keep warm. There is no better comfort from Mother Nature’s temperature chaos than cosying up in quality wool garments. The Wool Company have all the layers you need to keep warm this […]
Heat-conscious hair styling
Heatless hair styling methods continue their stratospheric social media climb – yet how often do they fail to live up to the results we see online? An inability to master a heatless hack can counteract its great benefit to hair health. Heat-conscious hair styling is next in the line of defence to minimising […]
Renowned nationwide: V for Hair
Ladies from all over New Zealand are seeking Vicki Ogden-O’Fee’s restyle and grey hair transition expertise. The secret to Vicki’s success in grey hair transitions lies in her deep understanding of natural undertones and professional training in personal style and colour analysis. She can guide clients toward shades and styles that complement their […]
Home of the winter wardrobe: Merivale Mall
Browse the best of the local fashion landscape in luxury. From head to toe, winter wear truly comes into its own within Merivale Mall – find all your favourites with friends, and finish with a warming, indulgent treat. Curated by Nina Tucker.
Serious about skin: The Villa Retreat
Step into true serenity with a beauty therapy moment, designed just for you. Winter weather toys with our skin – making personalised treatments even more pertinent. At The Villa Retreat in Spreydon, owner Leeanne Whiting has created a welcoming and relaxing space for her growing clientele, who often tell her that they leave […]
Fine fibres: Wild Earth Yarns
After a flirtation with artificial materials, the world is returning to nature’s finest fibres. A Christchurch-based and family-owned operation sources wool and possum from the scenic South Island, crafting a beautiful range of yarns. Wild Earth Yarns stocks its own label alongside Rowan Kidsilk Haze, a mohair and silk blend on Lincoln Rd, […]
Aligning growing smiles: OrthodontiX
Take advantage of your child’s growing years by addressing misalignment and setting their teeth and smile on the right track. Guiding correct teeth alignment and facial growth, new technology from Invisalign redefines how malocclusion, the imperfect alignment of teeth, is treated. Reducing the need for multiple dental appliances, the Invisalign System with mandibular […]
Snow fever fashion
Show the snow who’s boss. Whether you shred the slopes or admire them, there’s no reason you shouldn’t be the centre of style attention. Layer with cashmere and merino to brace the chill and pair matching snow sets to stay chic.
The power of 3
For three Christchurch mums, a chance meeting at the gate of Farleigh Kindergarten in Merivale sparked a creative partnership that birthed a business. Metropol deputy editor Tamara Pitelen meets the founders of the luxury scarf brand known for its craftsmanship, stories, and heart. Some of the best things in life come in threes […]











