Freshen up for spring! Skin Rejuvenation Clinic

Spring is the perfect time of year to look at your skin and to get yourself ready for summer, Skin Rejuvenation Clinic’s Dr Brigid Lee tells us how. When you are looking for solutions for your skin issues you want your cosmetic medicine specialist clinic to be at the cutting edge of […]

European Flavour: Molto Bella

Reap the benefits of continental jet setting just 40-minutes from Christchurch. Molto Bella in Rangiora has an exclusive collection of clothing and homewares from the dreamiest European locations, including the Amalfi Coast, Greece, Spain, Belgium and Denmark.   Curated by owner Anette Drewery, each piece is lovingly considered for its style and […]

Effortless summer style: New Order

The countdown to summer is nearly over, meaning it is time to equip your closet for the sunny season ahead. At New Order Boutique in Rolleston there is always plenty to choose from and a great range of styles.   Owner Nikki is just as excited for the new season as we […]

What it takes: Sirocco Hair Studio

Once upon a time, your favourite hairstylist might have been an apprentice. To qualify in their chosen career would have required hard work and total commitment.   In the seven years she has owned her salon, Rosanne Marks of Sirocco Hair Studio has taken on two apprentices, and three others have come […]

Now screening new dedicated aneurysm ultrasound: Veins NZ

At the new offices at 256 Papanui Road, Consultant Specialist Vascular Surgeon Peter Laws and the team at Christchurch Vascular Group (CVG) are now offering a dedicated vascular ultrasound service.   Aneurysm screening is one of the many services available. Metropol asked Peter, “What is an aneurysm?” He says: “Simply put, an […]

Dream big for beauty’s sake

Sleeping Beauty was put under a sleeping spell for 100 years, but it begs the question: was it really a curse or a blessing? Catching those Zs is a science-backed way to achieve an inner and outer glow, and here’s three ways to do just that. Beauty sleep “You look tired” are […]

Making scents of it

Finding the perfect perfume, or one for a very special occasion, can be overwhelming for fragrance connoisseurs and newbies alike. When you add in the often high price tag, it’s understandable that care and consideration are prerequisites for your hunt. Here are our tips for sourcing your signature scent.   Keep it […]

Is your ride road ready? Leading Edge Automotive

Spring is here at last. The days are getting longer and best of all, the weather is getting warmer. Now is as good a time as any for a road trip in our own backyard. However, making sure your wheels are tip top before you hit the road is paramount.   At […]

It’s in the bag

A bag in the summertime has its work cut out for it. It needs to be versatile to transition from work to play, from formal to beachside lounging. Yet it also needs to be timeless enough to suit more sustainably minded times. In a time where people may be examining extravagant purchases, […]

The anti-aging treatment everyone’s buzzing about: Transform Clinic

Profhilo is receiving increasing hype around the world for its anti-aging affects. Transform Clinic owner Jenny Little tells Metropol why the Christchurch clinic has been offering the non-surgical treatment for more than a year.   WHAT IS PROFHILO? “It’s an injectable with a high concentration of a special hybrid hyaluronic acid, but […]