Do me a favour: Duffle & Co. – Whistle & Pop
From engraved jewellery as wedding favours to initialled travel bags, weddings bring plenty of opportunities for personalised giving. Make it personal From matching duffles or tote bags to honeymoon luggage, Duffle & Co’s Make It Personal service adds a name, date, anniversary, or initials laser engraved on your travel bags for the ultimate […]
Mother’s fit: The Fitting Room
Mothers of the bride or groom have more to worry about than how their bra fits come wedding day. From shape to support, leave it to Christchurch’s fitting experts. Family photos that will last a lifetime, emotional speeches you want to be present for… there’s no time for covert bra-adjustment operations. Feeling confident […]
Your day, your way
If there’s one thing we’ve learned from the thousands of wedding images our editorial team has been poring over in the last few weeks, it’s that Canterbury couples are ripping up the rule book. In 2026, the way people say ‘I do’ is infused with personality and pizazz. Here’s a snapshot – see […]
Living la vida low-tox: Cut the Crap
A personal health wake-up call led a Christchurch entrepreneur to question the ingredients in everyday beauty products and create low-tox alternatives. “Your skin is the largest organ on your body, and what you put on it goes straight into your bloodstream,” says Luana Griffin, founder of low-tox hair and skincare brand Cut the […]
Fashion’s Favourite Fabrics: OFI (Only From Italy)
When you wrap yourself up in a world of beautiful, breathable fibres, you don’t need to wonder why this natural boutique has expanded across Canterbury to meet demand. In addition to their sunlit central city location, plus three North Island stores in Havelock North, Napier, and Cambridge, OFI has introduced two new locations […]
Wear the countryside: Whistle & Pop
Born from her farm deep in the hills of Hakataramea Valley, Bex Hayman’s jewellery and accessories brand is rich in rural culture and pride. Each Whistle & Pop piece captures the essence of country living – and brings its wearer a sense of absolute freedom. Gift or keep, shop our autumn picks here. […]









