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 […]

Flirt with florals: Zebrano

Winter is a lengthy haul and while August teases us with its stretching daylight, mother nature likes to deck us with the old one-two punch. Freezing mornings and storms that strike a chill into the staunchest heart require us to keep faith with the idea of balmy days to come. September’s arrival is […]

Sneaking into spring

Cool white sneakers are one of this season’s highly coveted accessories, paired with all manner of apparel from casual to chic to couture. Major shoe designers such as Kathryn Wilson, Asics, Saben and Cole Haan have all added to their bright white sneaker options. Following the runaway success of last summer’s Stella Slide, […]

For lunges and lounging

Activewear has been having a moment for a while now, and it doesn’t seem like the popularity is going anywhere fast. For workouts and walks, stretchy pants have a purpose. The breathability and functionality work wonders when breaking a sweat. But as much as tights are used for being active, they are used […]

That winning smile: Dentures Plus

It says a lot about how far we have progressed in the making and fitting of dentures when those wearing them find themselves receiving compliments about their teeth. Today’s dentures aren’t about just replacing what has been there before. More importantly, they are about being aesthetically pleasing while feeling like a natural fit […]

In all green glory

The colour that connects us to nature and all its beauty, green is dominating spring fashion this year. The lively, bright colour goes hand in hand with warmer weather and the season of refreshing new beginnings. Alongside the beautiful palettes of spring flowers, green shines through as its own hero, and that is […]