Dressing naturally: Linens & Treasures

An appreciation for elegant, sustainable fashion begins here. Complete your linen love story with a curated collection of natural fibres, jewellery, and accessories – your one-stop style destination at Barrington Mall. “Linen is the ultimate for women going through menopause and beyond – or for any age group, really. It’s simply so much […]

Trend report

Having marked her brand’s 20th anniversary in March, STORM founder and creative director Deb Caldwell has pioneered New Zealand fashion long enough to see fads come and go and core trends cycle back around. “Trends often return after roughly 20 years because of nostalgia,” Deb says. “Right now, international fashion trends for autumn […]

Wear the season: Darcy Boutique

Whether you have a winter wedding coming up or you need to update your jeans and knitwear, Darcy Boutique offers pieces to keep you warm this winter – while still looking super stylish of course. With the cooler months of winter fast approaching, Darcy Boutique in Merivale has everything you need to be […]

Texture takeover

Texture is your cheat code to getting dressed. It adds character from afar and tactile interest up close – texture becomes the hero and saves you all the hassle. New Zealand fashion greats have given their stamp of approval; the latest from Trelise Cooper, Juliette Hogan and Karen Walker prove the texture takeover. […]

You’ve got the look

From Crocs to cigars, Canterbury couples are world-class when it comes to wedding fashion, putting their own personal spin on both trends and traditions on everything from shoes to flowers and bow ties. Enjoy this curation of fashionable moments from recent Canterbury weddings.

DIY reception dress

When Christchurch bride Emily Shannon wasn’t sure she could convince her groom Rhys that she needed a second dress for their wedding reception, she gathered her patternmaking book and an ethereal silk fabric, and put her fashion design degree to the test. What inspired your dress? I wanted a second dress because of […]