MORE IS MORE
Move over, minimalists. A new wave has reached us – and it’s all things ‘extra’. More than a loud shirt or bright blazer, I’m talking matching sets engulfed in prints that serenade without sound, or a combination of colours that only makes sense to you. Maximalism is about being bold and authentically expressive. […]
Making hair goals happen: Haar Design
Master stylist Caro Haar introduces two new team members to keep up with demand at her popular Merivale hair salon. No stranger to being sought-after, Caro Haar, director of Haar Design, has added both established and emerging talent to her team this year. Master stylists Janelle Fynmore and Savanna Penderis were welcomed in […]
All-natural luxury: OFI Linen
Inspired by the quality of natural fibres and European-designed elegance, one Christchurch boutique is building the wardrobes of countless Cantabrians. OFI Linen stocks its shelves with the best textiles including cashmere, silk, cotton, and linen – with a focus on ethical labels and production processes. In-store, the experience is just as exquisite, with […]
The runway returns: NZ Fashion Week is back
New Zealand’s fashion industry and sartorial spirit will awaken after years of a rocky, uncertain future from 25 August. Thanks to a team of determined creatives and generous supporters, New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW) returns to Auckland with six days of shows and exhibitions for an industry deprived of this event since 2023. […]
Hair & now: Hairdressing Industry Creative Awards
New Zealand’s hair industry celebrates its best talent with the Australian Hairdressing Industry Creative Awards. Metropol editor Nina Tucker caught up with one of Canterbury’s finalists, visionary stylist Marque Morehu, on the inspiration behind her collection. Marque Morehu’s talent precedes her. The director and senior stylist of Kaiapoi’s M M Hair Studio, and […]
Reuse, relove: The challenge for the fashion industry
The fashion industry is responsible for 10% of the world’s carbon emissions – sending roughly 92 million tonnes of textile waste to landfill, of the 100 billion tonnes produced each year. Metropol editor Nina Tucker asks three industry leaders what it means to be a sustainable fashion brand in New Zealand. Fashion is […]
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