Shine time
As the New Year approaches, many thoughts turn to celebrating its arrival. New Year parties are usually about glitz and glamour, sparkle and shine, a time to dress up and enjoy scintillating conversation, Champagne, and gourmet treats. Black is a favourite for evening glamour, paired with gold or silver to add sparkle. The […]
NOTEWORTHY
The year is almost to a close, and we’re rounding up noteworthy moments, or things to take note of, as we edge closer to 2025. By Nina Tucker. Fashion and film Jon M. Chu’s Wicked has landed in theatres worldwide and across the country, garnering lots of chatter with its all-star cast featuring […]
Choosing a perfume
Shopping for perfume? Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch offers some suggestions, taking inspiration from various astrological insights into preferences and personality traits for the various signs of the Zodiac. Arians are strong personalities, love floral fragrances for their romance and sensuality, and enjoy dynamic citrus notes. Taureans can be both stubborn and thoughtful. Spicy […]
Wash that body: Check Your Bits
A life-threatening scare four years ago led a Christchurch couple to create a unique bodywash, aimed at women and men using it to regularly check for cancer signs. Aptly named Check Your Bits, the bodywash is the brainchild of Tamara Milne and Ryan Newman, inspired by their own experience with breast cancer in […]
Polarised and Prada: Anstice Optometrists
A question often asked is, “Should I use a particular lens for my sun wear?” Constantly improving lens technology means there are many options available to ensure optimal vision correction and sun protection is provided, tailored to patients’ specific needs. Alastair, Dispensing Optician at Anstice Optometrists says many patients recognise the importance of […]
Festive fashion
Celebrations on Saturday, holiday on Sunday. Get yourself a wardrobe that does both. Fresh, of-the-moment hues mingle with refined silhouettes to become the pieces that keep you from falling into the one-and-done outfit trap. By Nina Tucker.
Wear it woven
One of the biggest bag trends this summer coming at you hot: the woven tote. Remember, nobody said you have to be on holiday to sport one. CURATED BY NINA TUCKER.
Wigs with wow: Georgies Wigs
Hair loss, for whatever reason, can be a traumatic experience, so having a fabulous wig (or two) may go a long way towards boosting a person’s confidence in their physical appearance. Celebrities such as Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, and Jennifer Lopez often wear wigs as fashion accessories. Others don them for various reasons, […]
Summer’s calling
Warm weather is here, and local designers are tapping into that energy for their summer and resort collections. By Nina Tucker. Fun, fresh, and flamboyant is what you’ll find in the fashion zeitgeist right now. We’re seeing prints, patterns, and so much colour, much-needed after lengthy winter. Butter yellow and mellow pink look […]
PRINTS CHARMING
When it comes to prints and patterns, my muse is Chioma Nnadi, the Head of Editorial Content at British Vogue. CURATED BY NINA TUCKER Naturally, she has access to an exceptionally fabulous wardrobe, and she wears and pairs prints in an intriguingly effervescent way that will make you eager to try your hand. […]
