Coat tales: what to look for when shopping for a new season coat
The hunt for a new winter coat can be an arduous task if you don’t know what you are looking for. The looming winter season brings with it a huge display of styles, colours, textures, prints and lengths to keep your appetite for coats satiated – if not a little confused! Here’s our […]
A woman of many hats: Q&A with Angela Stone
Angela Stone was just 14 when she started her modelling career, working with top retailers and international brands across Sydney, Melbourne, Milan and London and, at just 21, opened the doors of Portfolio Model Agency here in Christchurch, before starting her own styling business, Angela Stone Consulting Ltd seven years later. Today stylist, […]
King of his Castle: a fashionable Q&A with WORLD Director Benny Castles
He started as a retail assistant, but Benny Castles has worked his way up to the upper echelons of fashion royalty, making his name as the king of colour, with a personal style that is as vibrant and worldly as the brand which he is now a director of. Fresh from a whirlwind […]
Earn your stripes: exploring a fashion staple
The concept of ‘earning your stripes’ has its foundations in the military chain of command and, although it refers to hard work and accumulated experience, we wholeheartedly believe you can earn your stripes by adopting a stylish striped selection. A staple of both wardrobes and fashion collections the world over, stripes seem to […]
The gift of luxury pampering: five gifts from Champs-Elysées for the lady in your life
Win your precious mum a stunning Argyle Pink and White Diamond pendant from Partridge Jewellers, valued at $1,200! Show much you care by giving her the gift of luxurious relaxation and exquisite pampering. Whisk her away from the pressures of every-day life, and treat her to an experience dedicated to making her feel […]
Mother’s day magic: French Blue is the perfect place to shop for gifts for Mother’s Day
The romance of winter has arrived at French Blue with stunning scarves, classic raincoats and gifts bearing quintessential European charm – it’s Mother’s Day shopping bliss. Owner Catherine Matthews has sourced gorgeous scarves by Pom. Made in Amsterdam in cotton as silky as English Lawn, they’re adorned with artwork from turtles and tigers […]
A beautifully curated collection: Ruby Six is Amberley’s gem of a store
There’s a new catch phrase that has made it into the local lexicon – lifestyle store – and that’s exactly where Ruby Six owner, Jenni Dobbie, believes the beautiful Amberley store sits. “I feel the term ‘lifestyle store’ captures our ethos at Ruby Six,” she says. The carefully curated product ranges include stylish, […]
Autumnal edge: diving into the deep red tones of fashion
Though it’s more commonly known as autumn on this side of the world, the fact this season’s moniker is known to some as fall is a fashionable little irony, as we’re falling for this shade in all its seasonal glory. Whether you think of it as plum, burgundy, deep red, maroon, wine or […]
A beautiful collection: all the beautiful things to be found in Sumner village at The Ivy
The Ivy has evolved since it first opened in 2014 stocking a simple collection of beautiful wares from all around the world. Over time it has grown, broadening its ranges, a treat each time you walk through the door to see what new stock has arrived, whether ceramics, books, children’s gifts or new […]
A soul-ful salon: Soulstyle Organic Hair Salons are the easy going environmentally friendly salons you need to check out
The vibe is chill, the feeling is restorative and the products are eco friendly at the two Soulstyle Organic Hair Salons owned and operated by Deanna and Greg Campbell. Blending authenticity with style to bring you the uplifting but calming experience that every hair appointment should be. Locally roasted Switch Organic espresso is […]
