A stylish statement: fashion Q&A with designer Juliette Hogan
Leonardo da Vinci once described simplicity as “the ultimate sophistication”. It’s an apt description of Juliette Hogan’s style statement. A label which is characterised by strong, pared-back, minimalist design, her pieces are a powerful combination of unfussy femininity. This is a designer who is all about timeless quality. Metropol talks to Juliette about […]
Something to smile about: dental implants are giving Dentistry on Merivale’s dentures clients another choice
Do you have one or several missing teeth? Have you had dentures for years but want something solid and natural looking to chew and smile with? Dental implants may be the solution for you. Dental implants are small, pure titanium screws that are surgically placed in your jaw and have proven themselves to […]
The good stuff: seeking out cosmetics that are good for the body and soul
Natural, preservative-free and organic are the buzz words of the culinary world, as we increasingly seek foods which are equally as good for our bodies as they are for our planet. Yet it’s not just our food which is getting the natural makeover, as we seek safer and simpler products to fill up […]
Flattering fashion: Made In The Shade is delighted about their new arrivals this Autumn
Made in the Shade is a boutique brimming with a colour wheel of flattering fashion – in natural, breathable, fabrics. “This season’s Optimum Knitwear has arrived and includes the ‘coffee-bean top’ with contrasting cuffs and collar,” owner Ali Donn says. “Clients often say ‘I love that style but would like perhaps a different […]
An orthodontic revolution: Ron Sluiter of OrthodontiX on how online dental monitoring is set to change the way you think about orthodontic care
“Online ‘dental monitoring’ will completely change the delivery of orthodontic care,” says Ronald Sluiter of OrthodontiX. Dental monitoring is app-based artificial intelligence developed in Paris to follow an ortho-dontic treatment intensely and Ronald is pleased to offer it in each of the three Canterbury OrthodontiX clinics. In his opinion, the sophisticated software will […]
Brow Queen takes salons by storm: how micropigmentation specialist Pip McGregor is now making waves in the cosmetics industry with her own brand Lauren & Louise
Micropigmentation specialist Pip Mcgregor is well known throughout the country for producing stunning eyebrows and now she’s set her sights on the New Zealand cosmetics industry. “Historically New Zealand salons have had it tough sourcing excellent product with healthy margins that clients love,” she says. “It’s not enough to just sell a makeup […]
Exceptional eye care: why Corneal Lens Corporation is so excited about their newly stocked Evolve range of eye drops (and why you should be too!)
Christchurch’s Corneal Lens Corporation is thrilled to welcome the Evolve range of eye drops for dry eyes. Created and manufactured in London, Evolve Eye Drops quickly became a top seller in the UK, prompting Corneal Lens Corporation to bring the premium products to New Zealand. Whitney Parsons, Marketing and Accounts Manager for Corneal […]
Over the rainbow: transform your wardrobe with this multi-colour trend
It’s that time of the year when our wardrobes begin the transition from summer’s gloriously bold and beautiful primary colours, to the navys, greys and deep burgundys that make up most of our outfits from March through to May. But if you want to buck this trend, there’s certainly the scope this season […]
The bold and the beautiful: Kristen Stewart’s tale of two crafts
Kristen Stewart’s two businesses couldn’t be more different – there’s the bold and there’s the beautiful. And now they’ve come together under the one roof. First there’s Kristen Stewart School of Makeup (KSSM) – an innovative training school, which provides a professionally focused Diploma of Make-up Artistry for those passionate about make-up art […]
The autumn aesthetic: goodbye summer hello luxurious autumn
As our wardrobe waves goodbye to summer, embrace the autumn aesthetic and all of its delicious offerings. It never plays by the rules.
