Bring back the brooch

Fashion shows through Europe and the USA have shown brooches to be a big trend for the coming seasons, for women and also men. Of course, the late Queen Elizabeth II was renowned for wearing brooches and had a fabulous collection, mainly diamond and pearl designs. Top designers have showcased all manner from […]

Being your best: Me Time Wellness

Taking some me time and adding the correct type of therapies can work wonders, making you feel lighter on the inside while reshaping curves and smoothening skin. Me Time Wellness specialises in a variety of therapeutic massages and treatments offering Brazilian lymphatic drainage, body sculpting, Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), vacuum therapy, and cupping, […]

Get the look

Take inspiration from Ballantynes and the beauty of the garden city.   Photography: Honey Lens Styling and makeup: Ballantynes Models: Portfolio Model Agency Hair: Mods Merivale

Delightful dresses: Darcy Boutique

As the weather warms, it’s all about pretty florals, spring colours, and feminine silhouettes. Darcy Boutique has a gorgeous selection of new season dresses to take you from work to Friday drinks and everything in between. Pop in-store to browse their collection, or take a look online. Park right outside and head into […]

Clothing care: Maxwells Drycleaning

Keeping our clothes in good order not only makes us feel and look good, but lengthening the usable life of garments also creates less waste. One team of people in Christchurch have the experience and knowledge to take expert care of your favourite garments and home accessories so that you are always looking […]

Jewellery to cherish: Marion and Co

Christchurch and North Canterbury shoppers have been delighted to discover Marion McKellow’s jewellery boutique on High Street, Rangiora. “Trading as Marion & Co Jewellery, we are about to celebrate our first birthday in North Canterbury after retailing in Merivale from 2002 until 2015,” says Marion. “I moved to North Canterbury in 2014 to […]

Cup day perfection: Green Stripes

Green Stripes is the shop to visit as Cup and Show week approaches for hundreds of unique and classy hats, fascinators and hatinators. Avonhead Shopping Centre.

Get the glam

Getting glammed for a special occasion often means a more dramatic makeup look than day-to-day. But for those who don’t feel confident rocking a bold red lip or a dramatic winged liner, then opting for ‘soft-glam’ might be for you. Soft glam has a very effortless, diffused, and almost ethereal look, and is […]

Summer skin sorted: Moss Spa

The spring and summer seasons invite a calendar filled with special occasions and events, and we want to dazzle for them all. With the correct preparation, getting ready for any occasion can be a breeze. At Moss Spa, you’ll be prepped, pampered and ready for whatever the busy season has in store. As […]

Glitz and glam

Getting dressed up for a special occasion is often half the fun of actually attending the event. Your look isn’t complete without perfectly selected accessories to tie everything together. This could be a bold heel, glittery jewels, a handy clutch or a headpiece that makes a statement. Take a look at a few […]