Summer Spa: Champs Elysees
A tropical holiday may not be in the travel cards this summer, but you can get the next best thing in your own backyard with Champs Elysees’ range of luxurious spa treatment options. We’ve pulled together our favourite treatments so you can take a mini holiday at the luxurious resort-like […]
Bold colours a Cup Week winner: Wink Shoe Store
“Start with the shoes, and work upwards.” This is Cup Week fashion advice from Lenore Farrelly of Wink Shoe Store when falling in love with a show-pony pair. The boutique shoe store is gorgeous, with local-designed clothing and accessories to complement the unique range of footwear. “Colourful as a candy […]
Trends for tresses: Earth Organic Hairdressing
When it comes to hairdressing, there’s never a dull moment. No sooner has a new trend hit the style scene, there’s another one to take its place. Metropol caught up with Earth Organic Hairdressing owner Traci Aylmer to tease the latest looks. “Last year was really about long groomed waves; this […]
Sophisticated style afoot: Mikko Shoes
Mikko Shoes’ new season collection is an enchanting offering of energising colourways and sophisticated shapes providing ample inspiration for the warmer months ahead. Metropol spoke with founder and buyer, Michaela, about this season’s trends and the Mikko difference. BEFORE WE DIVE INTO THE SS20 TRENDS, TELL US A LITTLE BIT […]
A tailoring pur-suit: The Gentleman’s Tailoress
Detail is king when dressed for best on race day. A dashing outfit wins – when it fits the wearer superbly.. No one in Christchurch does what Megan Wolfery does. She holds the title of the only true men’s tailoress in town, with the expertise of 35 years, befitting of […]
Winning days each way: Addington Raceway
The thrill of sport, glamour of fashion, fun of socialising and luxury of hospitality come together for a day at the races. And this extraordinary Cup Week, Addington Raceway has two excitement-filled race days to look forward to. Tickets are selling fast – and some areas are sold out for both […]
Racewear style picks: The Crossing
The Crossing is the heart of fashion, beauty and retail in the Christchurch CBD, so Metropol asked those in the know what their style picks are for nailing Cup Week looks – and beyond. “My pick for spring is anything from our Lucy floral print – they are perfect […]
Well heeled: Stepping Out
A great pair of shoes will take you places, and if the places you’re going this party season include the races, weddings, and barbeques, then Stepping Out is your ultimate shoe shopping destination, where Moana Taylor and Carolyn Ewing have created a mecca for occasion sandals and shoes. With brands including […]
Trackside glamour in Hanmer: Fashion Works Hanmer
Very bright and very pretty. This will be the winning look for Cup Week, and is the exciting spring vibe when stepping into FashionWorks. A day in Hanmer Springs is pure inspiration when creating a top-to-toe outfit of designer creations and accessories. Stand out from the crowd on race day […]
the step masters: Ecco Shoes
Helping you look hot to trot for Cup Week 2020 – giddy up. The Ecco Shoes Shape and Vitrus collections are the latest in leather, tailored for style and engineered for comfort. With the highly anticipated event less than a month away, take this as a sign to start planning your raceday […]
