Fashion

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Embark on a stunning coastal trail at Andersons Lagoon If you are looking for a scenic day walk that won’t take longer than three hours, then this is the destination for you. Only a 48 minute drive out of Ōamaru, Getting there is simple. Start by driving from SH1 in Palmerston and turning […]

Summer holidays may be over, but birthdays and celebratory events are never over, and for busy parents, it’s not always feasible to host a children’s party at home. The easiest and most fun option is going where space is plentiful and children can party like there’s no tomorrow. Chipmunks Playland and Café at […]

Finding the right bra size is not always easy for many women. Lingerie specialists say there are three key steps you can follow to ensure a correct read every time when measuring your bust. Bra sizes are based on your band size, which is the number, and your cup size, which is the […]

A Kiwi summer barbecue evokes images of sumptuous salads, sizzling steak and sausages, lawn games, and delicious cocktails for the adults. Wearing white is classic, especially when mixed with a rainbow of popsicle brights, or pretty pastels. Try raspberry, lime green, or orange and lemon citrus shades, especially when accessorising. Curated by Daniella […]

Pastels, brights, and more earthy hued gemstones – there is something out there to suit all tastes. If you were born in February, your birthstone is amethyst – the purple variety of quartz that ranges from lilac to deep purple. A symbol of personal empowerment and inner strength, amethyst is also believed to […]