Welcome to a new era in wool

The New Zealand Merino Company has rebranded as Zentera, signalling a strategic evolution while maintaining its focus on premium, traceable wool and regenerative practices. The New Zealand Merino Company has rebranded as Zentera Wool Company, a move its leadership says reflects a natural evolution rather than a shift in direction. Chief executive Angus […]

Dressing naturally: Linens & Treasures

An appreciation for elegant, sustainable fashion begins here. Complete your linen love story with a curated collection of natural fibres, jewellery, and accessories – your one-stop style destination at Barrington Mall. “Linen is the ultimate for women going through menopause and beyond – or for any age group, really. It’s simply so much […]

Trend report

Having marked her brand’s 20th anniversary in March, STORM founder and creative director Deb Caldwell has pioneered New Zealand fashion long enough to see fads come and go and core trends cycle back around. “Trends often return after roughly 20 years because of nostalgia,” Deb says. “Right now, international fashion trends for autumn […]

The Crossing – Instant style: What to Wear. Where to Buy it.

Editor’s picks: Welcome to your wardrobe for inner-city life. Whether you’re more of an early dinner at Bar Franco before your first trip to the stadium kind of girl, or prefer simple Sunday shopping, this guide to getting dressed is for wherever the city takes you. I’m no cool-as-ice city slicker (I hail […]

Wear the season: Darcy Boutique

Whether you have a winter wedding coming up or you need to update your jeans and knitwear, Darcy Boutique offers pieces to keep you warm this winter – while still looking super stylish of course. With the cooler months of winter fast approaching, Darcy Boutique in Merivale has everything you need to be […]

Texture takeover

Texture is your cheat code to getting dressed. It adds character from afar and tactile interest up close – texture becomes the hero and saves you all the hassle. New Zealand fashion greats have given their stamp of approval; the latest from Trelise Cooper, Juliette Hogan and Karen Walker prove the texture takeover. […]

No more denture pain: Village Denture Studio

Gone are the days when dentures were ill-fitting, outdated and worst of all, painful. Advanced digital technology means that dentures today are a world away from the dentures of old. Back in the day, traditional denture-making involved uncomfortable, messy impression material in the mouth. Today, though, all that is gone, says clinical dental […]

Winter reimagined: Mikko Shoes

Make everyday a little bit extraordinary with the latest luxury autumn/winter collection to land in Christchurch. Mikko Shoes’ new season range is rooted in confidence, depth and enduring style, where heritage hues meet modern attitude. “Rich colour, tactile finishes and purposeful silhouettes balance comfort, functionality and quiet sophistication for the cooler months,” says […]

What’s hot in hair: Haar Design

Christchurch stylist Caro Haar shares the latest hair trends, from an intentional shift to a 70s and 90s-inspired renaissance. “We’re moving towards sleek, soft textures and away from overly messy styles – hair is becoming much more intentional in 2026,” says Caro, owner of Haar Design in St Albans. Caro notes a shift […]

Rings with aroha: BLJewellery

A distinctly Kiwi take on the contemporary wedding ring. Brett Liddle, jeweller and founder of BLJewellery, created the Aroha range of wedding bands from his love of nature. “I love incorporating natural elements into jewellery, allowing the wearer to take a small piece of our country with them wherever they go. My designs […]