A fringe affair
Bangs are proving they’re not prepared to remain on the fringe of fashion this year, as we see our fave celebs get the cut. Fringes make a bold statement and while they’re pretty darn easy to get wrong, they can be beautifully transformative when done right. Effortlessly cool and always […]
Stepping Up: Mikko Shoes
NZ family-owned and operated Mikko Shoes has finally opened the doors to its first South Island store; a beautiful boutique in central Christchurch. Founder and buyer Michaela Longstaff established Mikko in 2013, after noticing a gap in the market for fabulous footwear that didn’t compromise on comfort. Making it her […]
The coat that says it all: Zebrano
There’s much to be said for the winter coat. This is the one garment none of us can do without. Not only does it provide that much needed top layer to ward off the chill, but it is the first thing people see when you walk down a street or enter a […]
Love the skin you’re in: Bespoke Cosmetic
Bespoke Cosmetic owner Nicky Blue has had a fascinating career, touring with some of the biggest names in music as a wardrobe mistress. Watching makeup artists work their magic built the foundation for a love of makeup and great skin that has proved a common theme throughout her career and […]
Tied & Dyed
It’s official – tie-dye is making a comeback! The bleach-stained print is a huge trend for 2019, having popped up all over the catwalk and made its way into the wardrobes of celebs. Beyoncé wore it on the beach, Dree Hemingway chose the print for a red-carpet event and Justin Bieber turned […]
Adding wow to winter: Kudos Hairdressers
Winter can be a challenging time with its shorter days, lower temperatures, dismal weather and somewhat drab scenery, but then there’s the great stuff about winter, like meeting your friends for coffee in a cosy café, or shopping for something snuggly yet fabulous at your favourite mall, or best of all, planning […]
The Importance of Cosmeceuticals for your skin: Skin Rejuvenation Clinic
What is a cosmeceutical? Cosmeceutical is the word to describe the amalgamation of cosmetic and pharmaceutical products, products that have active pharmaceutical grade ingredients to make visible differences to the skin, all backed by clinical evidence. The skin is the body’s largest organ and its primary function is to act […]
Neutral Territory
We may hate to admit it, but summer has officially ended and although the weather is taking a chilly turn, there’s one thing that can placate us – winter trends, as they start to dominate high-street stores with the promise of bringing our favourite knits, boots and jeans back into our wardrobes. […]
The heart of sustainability
We’ve been experiencing a shift in how we approach fashion globally, as we eschew fast fashion and seek ethics and sustainability in our attire. Metropol catches up with one of the country’s leaders in this space – Kowtow’s Gosia Piatek. Your story of fleeing Poland at the reach of the […]
These boots were made for walking
With winter fast approaching, one wardrobe essential worth investing in is a pair of boots and we’re in luck, as the cooler seasons see an abundance of winter boot trends that strike that right balance of form and function. If you need a little inspiration, these five fashion-forward boot trends will have […]
