Star power fashion
Curated by Nina Tucker Designer, artist, and visionary, Elsa Schiaparelli’s cosmic fascination, inspired by her astronomer uncle, was the launchpad for stars and celestial style, a now mainstream motif in fashion. And the famously superstitious Christian Dior took stumbling on a metal star on the street as a sign of destiny; he was […]
Instant style: The Crossing
Editor’s picks: Why I’m loving the winter palette Grass to forest greens, burgundy hues to excite you for a weekend wine, rich cocoa tones, and a chic sprinkling of silver… winter’s colour palette is what dreams are made of. There’s something so satisfying – sartorially, of course – when the fashion industry unites […]
Carry winter well
What’s more frustrating than when a slippery tote won’t stop falling off your shoulder in winter? Sometimes you need a sturdy carryall, yet winter dressing is about mastering the art of essentialism – what you need, and what you don’t. When you leave the house with just the essentials (keys, phone, coat and […]
Puddle queens
Curated by Nina Tucker Caught in a shower? Here’s how to dress for winter weather in style. A chic raincoat, sustainably-made umbrella, and the perfect pair of wellies. The famously Glastonbury-esque accessory, gumboots are showing up in the styling of new-season Sylvester, Trelise Cooper and Karen Walker, and it’s undeniably cute. Well, it’s […]
Fashion forward: Harlem Clothing
Christchurch fashion personality Bianca Hampton is back with a brand new store in St Albans. When beloved local brand IvyBlu closed its doors, founder Bianca Hampton stepped away from the industry and turned her focus to other interests. Fashion, though, wouldn’t leave her alone. “It’s a passion in you. It’s something you can’t […]
Wild style
Curated by Nina Tucker “It’s been one year since we launched. We are feeling very lucky to be here,” say brothers Tom, Ike and Cosmo behind fashion label Sylvester. For their high winter collection, Lucky, is a snug-yet-chic segue into the season, and feels like their most thoughtful yet. “We have released eight […]
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