A style maven: Q&A with the irrepressible Lynn Woods
Lynn Woods is a name and a business that Christchurch respects. Synonymous with timeless fashion and informed sartorial advice, Lynn and her eponymous business are an asset to the business landscape. Metropol talks to the style maven about what makes her tick. After having been in fashion for so long, what still inspires […]
Chin up: reduce your double chin without surgery at Face Value
At last, the long awaited non-surgical approach to reducing double chins has been approved for use in New Zealand and now administered in Christchurch by Face Value Cosmetic Medical Clinic’s Dr Philip Frost. “I am delighted to be one of first doctors in New Zealand trained to offer this treatment,” Dr Frost says. […]
Bold & the beautiful: Token’s take on this season’s accessory trends
Autumn brings both sunshine and showers and, to celebrate the season, stunning on-trend jewellery, scarves, gloves and sunnies are all at Token in Avonhead Shopping Centre. Jewellery is going bold, says owner Eliza Rattray. Stella & Gemma earrings stun with feathers or heavy-chorded tassels in soft blush, blues, pinks and greys. It’s a […]
All tied up: this fashion trend is all in the detail
When it comes to the latest style fad, this one has the latest look all tied up. Bound, crisscrossed, laced or tied, we’re seeing them all and the laced-up look is making its mark from head to toe, with this delicious detailing featuring on everything from tops and skirts to dresses and […]
Synonymous with style: Q&A with New Zealand fashion mogul Paula Ryan
The year 2018 marks the 20th anniversary of the Paula Ryan clothing brand, a label which is synonymous with New Zealand and Australian women. Magpie Style Wardrobe Director Bridget Hope talks to Paula about her successful career and secrets to style confidence. After 20 years with Paula Ryan clothing, what is the most […]
A beautiful boutique: a visit to Marmalade Clothing in Oxford
Deliciously warm autumn colours at Marmalade Clothing and Curiosities are a reflection of Oxford’s misty mornings, harvest time, vast open landscapes and woodland walks. The hues of heather, moss, lichen, copper, cranberry, blackberry and indigo all feature strongly amongst the natural fibres. Marmalade is well known for catering to lovers of Tencel, modal, […]
Going grey gracefully: V for Hair wants to see you looking your best in grey
Beautifully styled grey hair is turning more heads than ever before in a growing trend towards natural beauty – enhanced with a little salon magic. Master Stylist Vicki O’Fee, of V for Hair and Beauty upstairs in Merivale Mall, says women often start to grey by 35, or even earlier – and many […]
Somewhere Special : Via Sollertia is bringing your wedding ring dreams to life
It feels like a relaxed art gallery space – a place to browse, chat and fall in love with something precious. Via Sollertia Jewellers on New Regent Street sparkles a little differently. “Many think handmade means out of reach,” says Manager Clare. “In reality, it isn’t.” The 28-year-old has already been in the […]
The powerful virtues of Medical Research: pioneering the future at Canterbury Medical Research Foundation
To a large extent, the longer life expectancy we enjoy owes to pioneers of modern medicine in our midst. Canterbury Medical Research Foundation is one of eight research organisations playing this vital role in New Zealand. It is second only to Auckland in size. Focused on transitional science, to identify a very clear […]
Massage magic: a relaxing visit to Beauty Progress
Would you be interested in better health, more relaxation, better circulation, greater flexibility, higher levels of peace of mind, an improved sense of well-being, stress relief and a feeling of being totally revitalised? A visit to Beauty Progress Thai Massage Spa for a traditional Thai Massage is designed to re-energise your body, mind […]
