Tranquility at its finest: Lotus Day Spa
Set in Cashmere’s award-winning Swan Lake Gardens, amongst the tranquil and peaceful surroundings of large trees, a freshwater lake, Lotus Day Spa offers a multi-award winning, rejuvenating spa experience. The spa provides luxurious pampering services including couples pampering, luscious facials, massage therapies, pregnancy massage, body treatments, group and corporate pampering, bridal packages, and […]
A handy new tool: Hanmer Springs App
For some Cantabrians, Hanmer is a popular and calming destination to escape to. Many of us that live in Christchurch will, once or twice a year, make our way to Hanmer on a Friday night, and arrive feeling tired and ready to eat. With a user base of over 2000 after only 3 […]
Seasonal hair trends: Hair Art & Beauty
As much as some hate it, autumn is sneaking up on us. Luckily, the Hair Art & Beauty team are keeping tabs on new trends, and ones that are here to stay. Read on for their picks for autumn and winter hair and beauty trends. Styles: The shaggy, layered cut is back. You’ve […]
Accessorise and accentuate
Larger than life hearts and flowers are among the latest trends taking over fashion on the international scene. From solid, bulbous silver to seashell and dainty glass hearts, this trend has swept across America and Europe. Pendants, bracelets, rings and earrings all rock the trend. Nor does it stop there. Floral embellishments are […]
Delightful denim
CURATED BY LYNDA PAPESCH Once the preserve of the working class because of its durability, denim has come a long way since its 17th century origins. Now gracing the most fashionable catwalks in the world, denim plays a major role in 2023 trends, from patchwork to plains, in all hues, especially blues. Whether […]
Skirting the trend
Fashionistas often keep an eye on American and European trends. Hot news from the American fashion leaders such as Prada and Bottega Veneta is that the autumn/winter season has shown a return to more voluminous A-line skirts, and floor-sweeping maxis. Fashion is cyclical – roughly every seven years – so skirts will always […]
Resell, recycle, relove: re.clotheme
Clothes are made to be worn and loved, yet so many of our clothes sit helplessly in our wardrobe, waiting to one day be favoured over our most cherished garments. Multiple studies worldwide have found that one third of women’s wardrobes are never worn, only to deteriorate over years until destination: landfill during […]
Micro-needling benefits: V for Hair & Beauty
Read about the benefits of this popular skincare treatment. Micro-needling, available locally at V for Hair & Beauty, uses a wand or pen with tiny needles to create tiny wounds on the skin. Owner Vicki Ogden-O’Fee says this triggers your body’s healing response, resulting in stronger, more radiant, and healthier skin. “Just one […]
Bake that brie
Gooey, runny, delicious – bake brie (or camembert) cheese is all of those. A treat for any occasion, it can be customised to personal tastes, and baked several ways. Bake it in puff pastry like a pie, in a cast iron pan Mediterranean-style, or in a ceramic dish. A wheel or whole cheese […]
An elegant icon: Crowne Plaza
In the heart of the city, the new 1851 Social Champagne Lounge at the Crowne Plaza is a recent addition to the growing number of true lounge bar options in Christchurch. Hear that magical sound? That’s the gentle pop of a chilled Laurent Perrier Champagne bottle being opened, carefully poured then placed back […]
