Blooming bridal bouquets: Victoria Florists
Flowers add to the magic of weddings in so many ways, making it essential they’re on trend and on theme. From boutonnière or buttonholes to corsages, bride and bridesmaids’ bouquets to headpieces, and table arrangements to venue decorations, beautiful blooms help to set the scene for a magical day. Just as bridal fashion is subject […]
Seasonal dressing with flair: Apt Collections
This season showcases gorgeous floral prints and stylish outerwear for effortless transitional dressing. Luxurious textures take centre stage, with velvet-touch fabrics and brushed cord adding elegance. Pants embrace a more flared silhouette – not quite bootcut, they lean toward straight or wide-leg styles, offering a modern, flattering shape. Looking back Apt Collections opened its doors […]
Step into elegance: Mikko Shoes
Explore luxurious new-season women’s styles at this family-owned footwear destination. Mikko Shoes curates collections to bring a welcome dose of joy to everyday dressing. “With a reflective nod to bygone times, AW25 brings a thoughtful shift away from the uber-casual and towards everyday elegance, complemented by a palette drawn from wintery landscapes,” says founder Michaela […]
Layer with love: Off-the-rac
When the weather turns, our wardrobes require a switch-up. Chic outerwear and luxe yet cosy accessories come to the fashion forefront, blending warmth with elegance. Earthy tones and complementary neutrals become the colour palette of the season. Find all the latest autumn winter 2025 collections at Bishopdale’s Off The Rac, where managing director Renee Green […]
Make mine MYKITA: Anstice Optometrists
Worn by celebrities such as Carrie Bradshaw, Brad Pitt, and Lady Gaga, a new lightweight style of frames are now available in Christchurch. Only at Anstice Optometrists, the MYKITA frame brand, pictured above, sets new standards in design and manufacturing, with purposeful products that combine handcraft and high technology. From the MYKITA HAUS in Berlin, […]
What women really want: Reinvent Boutique
What women miss most when shopping for clothes in large department stores is the personal touch; when there’s little care or interest shown, it can be a negative experience. It largely explains why women prefer the more intimate boutique-style store for shopping. Nothing can replicate that one-on-one consultation in an empathetic and safe space. Reinvent […]