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 […]
Best foot forward: Mikko Shoes
It’s been six months since Mikko Shoes arrived in Christchurch and opened its beautiful Victoria Street store. After a busy winter, the family-owned company has been preparing for the warm season ahead. Metropol sat down with Mikko’s founder, Michaela Longstaff, to discuss some of the new trends arriving in store […]
Time for a new look?: Sirocco Hair Studio
Spring is a time of change, renewal and growth – so whether your hair just needs a freshen up or you want a completely new look, Sirocco Hair Studio can help. Owner Rosanne Marks leads a friendly and knowledgeable team of stylists – Emma, Olivia and Ashlee – who provide […]
Luxe Locks
When it comes to our hair, we’re constantly craving change, which is great – after all, our hair just keeps on growing! So we’ve checked out the latest looks for locks you can expect to see in 2019/2020. Bobs and beehives We’re heading back to the 60s, when bigger was […]
Chic & comfort combine: ECCO Shoes
In a world of fast fashion, the effortless elegance of classic French girl style becomes ever more desirable. The idea of valuing quality over quantity and curating an undeniably chic wardrobe that is relevant from year to year, is not only easier on the wallet but on the planet too. […]
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, […]
A Stellar Designer
From a musician fronting one of the most successful New Zealand bands of the past two decades to a Kiwi fashion icon, Boh Runga is a creative force to be reckoned with. We catch up with Boh about her latest jewellery collection and getting an international nod from the Duchess of Sussex. […]
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 […]
