Dainty designs: Sophie Divett Jewellery
Sophie Divett Jewellery offers hand-crafted and custom-made jewellery pieces. “Inspired by Aotearoa’s beautiful natural landscapes, mountains, flora and fauna my collections feature castings from leaves, seed pods and other plants,” says Sophie. Her new High Street showroom features ready-made collections of handmade sterling silver, gold plated and solid gold […]
The personal touch: All About You
All About You is a leading, local beauty therapy salon that has been in operation for many years, long before its present owner, Tracy Cox, bought the business in 2016. Now, with two salons located in both South and North Christchurch, its visible presence is on the rise. The main […]
Paying lip service
Harsh winter conditions aren’t always kind to lips, but there are a few tried and true remedies for keeping yours looking luscious. Hydration is number one. People tend to hydrate less in winter, but it is essential to still drink plenty during the colder months. Dehydration will leave your […]
All pride, no prejudice
A true feast for the eyes, this ROYGBIV-realness is a great way to liven up any wardrobe. These head-to-toe suggestions, from red to violet, ensures that there is something for everyone. Because as Coco Chanel once said, “the best colour in the whole world is the one that looks good on you.” […]
Huawei? Yes way
While it may conjure up concerns about privacy for some, there’s one thing for sure – the biggest electronics company on the planet, Huawei, produces a quality product. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott looks at its latest fitness band. When it comes to battery life, Huawei absolutely wipe the floor with the […]
A girl’s best friend
A 59.60-carat pink diamond (the Pink Star) last month fetched a world record $71.2 million. Pink may not be your colour choice, but if you’re looking for diamonds there are plenty out there in all sorts of colours. Here are some tips from Metropol. Diamonds are still the first choice […]
Time for bed
A good night’s sleep is one of the most important things we can do for our health, yet too often it can be easier said than done. One way to invite a glorious night of shut eye into your life is to create a sleep routine, and, yes, that means new sleepwear. […]
In frame
If glasses are your thing, now is your time to shine, because rather than a few distinct styles emerging as standout trends for 2021 – they’re all in! Retro rounds, classic cat eyes, sporty aviators and sleek rectangles have all had a modern update and are ready to accompany you wherever this […]
Designed with men in mind: Cutler & Co
At the heart of Cutler & Co is a sensitivity to the nuances of living and dressing in Canterbury and, cleverly, they distil that understanding into their men’s clothing designs and range. Store manager Liam Strachan says winter 2021 is all about soft, refined layering. “Corduroy is impossible to ignore […]
The name says it all: Bradley Wood Dentists
In the past, wearing braces on the teeth was a daunting prospect, and achieving the desired outcome could take a long time. Fortunately for us, Bradley Wood Dentists offers patients the Fastbraces system, and true to its name, it’s a gamechanger for those requiring braces. The average treatment with standard […]
