Spa-tacular!: Moss Spa review
Melinda Collins checks out the central city’s new “cocoon of calm”. The world is whizzing past the windows of Moss Spa in the new Sudima Laneway, which is also home to the upscale 5-star Sudima Hotel and Vices & Virtues restaurant and bar, on the corner of Victoria and Salisbury […]
A bold new look
New Zealand Cup and Show Week is an iconic event that has been loved by the public since its beginnings in the late 90s. Fashion lovers have the opportunity to celebrate in style and showcase all of the latest trends. This year the springtime festival has had a revamp, with the Bloom […]
7 Show Stoppers: Rangiora Shoelines
Get your spring shoe selection up to date with the unique and exciting new footwear at Rangiora Shoelines. We’re head over heels for these seven spectacular styles. Fresh springtime styles in a delightful palette of colours are coming in hot off the runway and straight onto the shelves at […]
Silhouettes of spring
Jumpsuits and dresses might just be the seasonal style strategy as the temperatures increase and we seek to maximise daylight hours. After all, who has time to plan an outfit every day anyway? Fast, efficient and trans-seasonal, jumpsuits and dresses can do it all. A simple black dress or jumpsuit […]
Colour for summer: Made in the Shade
As temperatures rise and days get longer, our diaries fill with happenings and events, such as Cup Week with all the glitter and glamour of Addington Cup Day, followed by Show Day and Riccarton Racecourse Gallops; not to mention the myriad of spring fêtes, stage shows and concerts – both indoor and […]
The hottest hats
Summer is almost upon us, so it’s time to put away the beanie and bring out the sunhat. Here’s a rundown of the hottest hats of 2019. Through the veil The perfect last piece of your race day ensemble – the veiled hat! These beauties were surprisingly plentiful in the […]
Creating clothes to mooch in: Q&A with moochi
Moochi is your everyday luxury, from off-duty essentials to coveted designer pieces. With contemporary design and classic, effortless style, moochi is all about feeling confident and looking chic. We caught up with founder Kellie Taylor about her design inspiration and her top style tips for the coming season. Can […]
Super supplements: Hair Art & Beauty
For our hair and skin to be in the best condition possible, there are certain nutrients we need. Many factors in today’s modern lifestyle contribute to a nutritional deficiency – stress, environmental pollution, pregnancy hormones, poor sleep, lifestyle choices and diet all cause various nutrients to degrade quickly within our bodies. On […]
Choc Chunk Tahini Cookies – Recipe
INGREDIENTS 1 cup (280g) hulled tahini 1 cup (220g) raw caster (superfine) sugar ⅓ cup (80ml) maple syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1 egg 2 cups (280g) wholemeal (whole-wheat) spelt flour ¼ teaspoon bicarbonate of (baking) soda ¼ teaspoon baking powder 200g chopped dark chocolate METHOD Preheat oven to […]
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 […]
