Wedding guests’ whereabouts: Lincoln Motel
The outfit is finally picked and so is the gift. The babysitter is booked for the dog and the children are going into the boarding kennels. Or is it the other way around? There is a lot to think about when you are getting yourself organised to attend a wedding – it’s easy […]
Clothing care: Maxwells Drycleaning
Keeping our clothes in good order not only makes us feel and look good, but lengthening the usable life of garments also creates less waste. One team of people in Christchurch have the experience and knowledge to take expert care of your favourite garments and home accessories so that you are always looking […]
Brushes behind the brides
The makeup you wear on your wedding day is crucial. It carries us through the best day of our lives, the smiles, laughs, and tears. It’s what you’ll stare at in your wedding photos for years to come. Just as crucial, is the person applying it. Local makeup artist Kasia Stanicich shares her […]
Chateau charm, a dream wedding venue: Chateau on the Park
Situated amidst five acres of whimsical gardens, Chateau on the Park, Christchurch – A DoubleTree by Hilton, is an ideal location for creating everlasting wedding day memories. The Chateau on the Park’s graceful architecture exudes an old-world charm that sets the stage for an incredibly unforgettable celebration. Enveloped by a certain ambiance, the […]
Caitlin Crisp’s fairytale wedding
Earlier this year, New Zealand fashion designer Caitlin Crisp tied the knot with Andrew Vincent, in the garden of his childhood home. Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker caught up with Caitlin for all the details. Like all good fairy tales, there’s a lot of thought, time, creativity, and planning that goes on behind […]
Riding in style and luxury: The Purrfect Ride
The purr of the luxury car engine matches your purrs of pleasure as you are collected and delivered to your chosen destination. Whether you are making the life-changing journey to your wedding, are floating off Cinderella-style to a ball, treating a friend, or when VIP handling is non-negotiable, the way you travel sets […]
Plan to be pampered: Moss Spa
A couple’s wedding day is a day of high-octane adrenaline, flowing champagne, joyous laughter and endless photo ops. For the bride especially, the desire to be the star of her biggest show is paramount, and if she has planned ahead, come her wedding day, she will look sensational. Moss Spa recommends brides start […]
Choosing a forever gown: Brides of Merivale
Selecting the beautiful gown for your special day is a big moment, and one that many dream about from a young age. The wonderful team at Brides of Merivale has a passion for helping their clients find their dream wedding gown, whatever that journey looks like. Their selection of designer ready-made gowns includes […]
Location, ambience & fine cuisine: The Lake House
Sunsets over lakes – what could be more romantic? Such an idyllic setting is available to couples for their wedding at The Lake House on the edge of the beautiful and serene Lake Hood in Mid-Canterbury. The stunning new covered and heated deck dining space is the absolute in lake side dining. Now […]
Popping with personality: Twisted Flour and Sugar Merchants
If we are what we eat, then wouldn’t you like to be gorgeous, popping with personality, sweet, stylish, and perfectly at home in every situation? An affirmative answer means the textbook balanced diet for you is a slice of cake in each hand. Twisted Flour and Sugar Merchants’ mother and daughter team have […]
