Seafoam Supreme
The hottest hue to hit the consumer conscience ahead of summer has had many former incarnations. But the colour formerly known as turquoise, mint, aqua or even pale blue or green is back with a cool new name and a new hip attitude. A soothing blue-green colour reminiscent of crashing […]
A Yule So Cool: Corso Merivale
It’s that time of year when our thoughts turn to Christmas, and with loved ones coming to visit, you want your home to look as welcoming and beautiful as possible. If your Christmas décor requirements are for tasteful, stylish and unique pieces, then boutique homeware and lifestyle store Corso Merivale […]
An Exceptional Portfolio: NKR Builders
An impressive reputation is always preceded by something exceptional. For local firm NKR Builders, the ‘exceptional’ is a multi-award-winning portfolio, across the residential and light commercial sectors. Specialists in new builds, renovations, shop fit-outs, building inspections, general house maintenance, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and landscaping, NKR Director Nathan Roberts and […]
Crushing on Velvet
Velvet may have been a hallmark of the eighties, but the luxurious fabric is experiencing a renaissance and is well and truly at home in this contemporary day and age. Plush and textured to the touch, it makes for a stand-out statement piece, taking the form of pillows, couches as […]
Cherry on the Top
Cherry red certainly packs a sartorial punch. The fiery shade is dominating the fashion shows this season, with a look which has us all hot around the sartorial collar and not just when looking through rose-tinted glasses. Bold tomato red hues stood out on the SS18 catwalks of several designers, […]
Coral Cravings
In Ancient Greece, red and pink coral symbolised happiness and immortality, with amulets of the aragonite mineral used to drive away misfortune and illness. Whether recognising the talismanic qualities of nature’s bounty or simply the sartorial appeal of this summery shade, the darlings of the design world have been harnessing […]
Luscious smooth locks: V for Hair and Beauty
Salon staff at V for Hair and Beauty, Merivale, are adept at administering increasingly popular keratin smoothing treatments. Some clients find these keratin interventions life-changing. Owner, Vicki Ogden-O’Fee describes her keratin smoothing treatment as distinguishable from a chemical straightening process that’s found in some countries, in that the former doesn’t […]
Crafting memories: Via Sollertia
Custom-creation jewellers, Via Sollertia of New Regent Street, can help take the pressure out of marriage proposals with a new bespoke ring making service, the Nu Proposal. The family run boutique business takes pride on offering both bride and groom an experienced professional design and creation experience. Clients can visit […]
Wine & Art Auction for a good cause: Canterbury Medical Research Foundation
The Canterbury Medical Research Foundation (CMRF) Wine & Art Auction celebrates its 25th year on 1 December, with its annual Wine & Art Auction at Rydges Latimer. Since it began 25 years ago this flagship event has raised more than $1.6 million for research right here in Canterbury. CMRF is […]
Top Apparel leaders: Indigo Brands
With international brands like Diesel and Scotch & Soda, Indigo Brands continues to celebrate its ongoing success in the fashion industry alongside a continued and loyal commitment to its customers. Its mission is simple: Be the leading distributor in the fashion clothing and footwear industry within New Zealand and Australia […]
