European luxe from Mikko
Whether it’s art, fashion or fragrance, nobody does it better than the Europeans. Long have we looked to the style capitals of Milan, Paris and Madrid for inspiration; not to mention imitation. In footwear they excel; what is a wardrobe without the much-coveted Italian shoes or Spanish boots prominently on display? Mikko Shoes, […]
Hallmarks of quality: Canterbury Jewellers
In 1982, a jewellery shop in Christchurch first opened its doors. It was a business that would prosper, build a good name in the community and develop its own proud history. Nearly 40 years later and Canterbury Jewellers remains one of our country’s leading manufacturers of hand-crafted jewellery, engagement and wedding rings, signet […]
Get the glam
The art of make-up is one to admire, and often a special occasion calls for an expert to work their magic. However learning a few tricks of the trade can make achieving beautiful, polished make-up at home a whole lot easier. Luminous, glowy skin Choose a foundation that matches your neck colour, blends […]
Dressing for any occasion: Fashionworks
Ladies do you need a new outfit? Is there a special occasion on the horizon? Or maybe you’ve spring cleaned your wardrobe and have a few spare hangers to fill? The solution is a visit to Hanmer Springs and more specifically a chat with owner Alice Stielow and her team at FashionWorks. They’re […]
The people and places of Christchurch
The Christchurch Heritage Festival is an annual programme of community events coordinated by the Christchurch City Council. The festival has run continuously since the mid-1990s, apart from a hiatus of three years following the Christchurch earthquakes. This year’s theme is people and place – our stories revealed. The theme is an opportunity to […]
Renaissance of redesign: D-Sign Studio
This past decade has seen a seismic shift in people’s relationship with the environment. Sustainability is the future and when businesses embrace this, anything is possible. Interior designer Shreeni de Silva heads a boutique furniture redesign studio that champions sustainable thought and practice. Established in 2013, D-Sign Studio is renowned for its handpicked, […]
From the editor: 30 September 2021
Collaborative tourism to the fore. Tourism is a vital part of New Zealand’s economy, and now, after lockdown, it’s even more crucial to work together to make it grow. That Canterbury gained at least a small share of the $26.6 million Government funding confirmed recently for regional tourism organisations (RTOs) is heartening yet […]
Nothing beige about neutrals
Amidst the ever-changing trends of vibrant colours, pretty pastels and bright shades of the rainbow, neutral tones are a strong and steady constant in the fashion world. In the latest spring lookbooks, earthy neutrals are everywhere, and it is no surprise these warm, subdued tones are shining. Shades of chocolate, cinnamon, rust, and […]
Get your spring on
Along with new wardrobe pieces, warmer weather also means new accessories to add to your daily ensembles New season slides and open toe shoes are coming out, as well as bright and playful handbags, sunglasses, wallets and jewellery. Here are some of our favourite little touches for spring outfitting.
Anti-ageing, tightening treatments: Skin Rejuvenation Clinic
What makes a person’s face look younger or older involves a number of variables such as skin texture, tone, and colour to wrinkles, loss of volume, and sagging. The last of those, sagging, happens because collagen, the structural support of the skin, diminishes over time. Collagen loss also contributes to volume loss and […]
