The scrunchie gains a hold

Style tends to be a bit of history repeating itself and that aptly applies to hair styles as well. The ‘scrunchie’ is most definitely back and it has a hold on all of us again. Hailing from circa 1980, you can now (once again) find them at shops all over town. That essential […]

Old style charm and barbering: Pride Barbers

We don’t hear as much as we should about pampering for men, but it’s deserved, it’s here, and it should be part of your routine. The traditional barber’s shop was always more than a stopover for a tidy-up. It was a centre of friendship and news, personal service and relaxation, and that’s exactly […]

Work it at the office party

Getting to the end of every year is a call for celebration, especially at work. The festive season is a time to look back on all the accomplishments, the challenges, the highs, and the lows, and say cheers with the people who were there along the way. Some spend more time at work […]

The prettiest pair: Rangiora Shoe Lines

Warmer days are fast approaching, and there is no better time to add a few fabulous new season pieces to your wardrobe. Rangiora Shoe Lines’ selection is carefully curated by store owner Rebecca Barker, who sources the very best styles and brands for customers. Currently instore are beautiful styles featuring bright and bold […]

Bold bling is in

In an era of Zoom meetings and working from home, big, blingy earrings are the key to looking flawless from your computer screen without putting in much effort. Statement earrings such as chunky hoops or embellished studs have become a grounded trend this year, as seen in Vogue’s 2021 Fall Report. Versace also […]

Skin shield on

The more we learn about the importance of everyday sun protection, the more wonderful products are being created to keep our precious skin shielded from harmful rays. It is recommended you wear face sunscreen every day, even the gloomy ones or days you are mostly indoors. Why? Because even behind the clouds and […]

Holistic approach to beauty: My Beauty Clinic

Acupuncture is an ancient healing tool that reaches back thousands of years and is an integral part of traditional Chinese medicine. Facial acupuncture is an extension of traditional acupuncture. It’s said to naturally help make the skin look younger, smoother, and all-around healthier. Principal Practitioner at My Beauty Clinic, Sophie Lau, is a […]

Facial like no other: All About You

Global lockdowns introduced us to Zoom, the essential tool for face-to-face connection, but alongside its benefits came an increasing awareness of our physical appearance onscreen. This spiked an increasing interest in beauty treatments, but beauty treatments that were non-invasive, less painful and more natural. Beauty company Environ got on board and developed the […]

Shade in style

For those bright sunshiney days ahead, stylish protection from UV rays is the way to go. Sunhats come in all shapes, sizes, fabrics, and colours, and can take you from lunch to the beach and everywhere in between. Go casual with a straw style, or more put together with a felt or sturdy […]

Sun’s out, shades on

The sunny seasons are on the way in, and so too are all of the fun fashion accessories that help keep us protected while looking good at the same time. Sunglasses are must-have accessories, but more so than ever in spring and summer. Protecting your eyes from the harsh sun when out and […]