Che bello! From OFI
“A distinctive addition to your wardrobe, from us to you,” says women’s fashion founder Wendy Giltrap of OFI Linen, about this exclusive Spanish-designed collection made in Portugal. Spanish design, beautifully made in Portugal and available exclusively from OFI. Inspired by the colour, sunshine and effortless Mediterranean style, this beautiful new collection brings a […]
Summer refined – Mikko Shoes
Grounded optimism meets the season’s favourite colours in this new footwear collection. From your morning commute to a weekend escape, Mikko Shoes’ new season collection is curated for the way you actually live, says founder Michaela Longstaff. “Incorporating colours that boost your mood and shapes that won’t let you down, spring/summer is about […]
Sharp style – Rembrandt
Your menswear style guide for Cup Week events thanks to Rembrandt. Suit or separates? Mix it up! Separates on Tuesday, suit on Saturday. Visit Rembrandt in-store for professional suit fittings. Shirt: Think crisp and breathable, and don’t be afraid to play with colour or pattern. Accessories: A leather belt that matches your shoes, […]
Cup Week style carousel – APT Collections
Playful details meet timeless silhouette when it comes to spring style from Christchurch-operated fashion boutique Apt Collections. From beside the track to beyond Cup Week, this sweet offering in a seasonal palette makes getting dressed a dream. Visit Apt Collections in Barrington Shopping Centre or at aptcollections.co.nz
The season’s top hairstyles – Haar Design
Volume! Bounce! Cohesion! Christchurch hair stylist Caro Haar shares the inside scoop ahead of spring event season. “When I first came to Christchurch 20 years ago, everyone worked their hairstyle around their hat or fascinator,” says Caro Haar, the award-winning salon owner behind Haar Design in St Albans. “Today, a few still do […]
Pearlicious: Mermade Pearl Studio
Contemporary pearl jewellery with a fashion-led point of view. Pearls may be timeless, but the way we wear them continues to evolve. At Christchurch-based Mermade Pearl Studio, founder and designer Lisa Yuyi takes a distinctly contemporary approach to one of jewellery’s most enduring materials. With a background in fashion design from AUT, Lisa […]
Rural raceday style – Whistle & Pop
At its roots, Cup and Show Week celebrates the coming together of town and country, anchored by premium agricultural and elite equestrian events. South Island accessories brand Whistle & Pop shares a similar origin: sophisticated jewellery with a rural twist. We’ve handpicked these pieces so you can capture the essence of Cup and […]
Dress for the occasion – Darcy Boutique
Cup and Show Week brings a little extra excitement to Christchurch. It’s a chance to dress up, embrace colour – but where do you find something that makes you feel fabulous? For Darcy Boutique owner Victoria Knutson, that sense of occasion is one of the joys of curating each season’s collection. “I’ve always […]
Nailed it – Zara’s Beauty Room
It only comes around once a year, so let your nails turn heads this Cup and Show Week. “I’ve always been passionate about nail art,” says Zara Spiers, owner of Zara’s Beauty Room in Spreydon. “For me, nails are a mini canvas, and I love turning them into something beautiful. It’s important because […]
Manicure magic – Colombo Nails & Beauty
Get to know the crew behind one of Christchurch’s top five nail salons. Inside Colombo Mall, nail artist Linda Nguyen and her team of three technicians practise their magic on the hands of Christchurch. With 20 years of experience, and her crew equally equipped, the nail salon has earned its spot as one […]
