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 […]

Mary Outram’s winter edit at The Crossing

The coat stays on I’m excited to be back with another seasonal feature for Metropol and The Crossing… this time built around winter dressing and the art of layering properly. Winter style always feels a little more intentional to me. You can’t rely on just one great piece when it’s freezing outside… the […]

Wardrobe wonders: TAD Design

Fashion is a world of possibility, and inside Rangiora’s TAD Design is where owner Katie Medley brings that world to life. Shop a collection of top local and international labels from  Trelise Cooper to Zoe Kratzmann, and find the confidence that great style unlocks. taddesign.co.nz

Chic winter layers: Made In The Shade

Winter warmth comes in every layer at this enduring store in the Christchurch fashion scene. “New season stock has arrived, from iconic labels like Vassalli and Lisette, and beloved local brands Bittermoon, Blackstone and Royal Merino,” says Made in the Shade owner Ali Donn. She’s the woman behind the beautiful collection you’ll find […]

A chic second layer

Curated by Nina Tucker I’ve found my usual tee-and-jeans combo isn’t cutting through the cold on walking meetings of late. If your wardrobe rotation could do with a second layer, here’s all the outerwear I’m crushing on right now.

What’s next for local fashion?

How does the New Zealand fashion industry hope to secure a successful, sustainable future? Leaders across the $7.8 billion dollar industry hope to find out at the Threads of Tomorrow Summit in Auckland on 16 June. This industry contributes billions to New Zealand’s economy and employs tens of thousands of people, yet it […]