Fashion that works: Sally Mac’s
Customer loyalty, friendly advice and enthusiastic staff have helped this ‘world-famous in Amberley’ institution of style thrive for the past 30 years. “I started Sally Mac’s because I was frustrated with trying to find clothes,” says Sally MacDonald, owner of Sally Mac’s a women’s clothing store in Amberley. “I felt that women over […]
Dopamine décor
Inspired by Dame Trelise Cooper’s ‘dopamine dressers’, we invite you to oxytocin your interiors, Ōtautahi. Dopamine décor – the philosophy that heroes vibrant, personal aesthetics over rigid design rules – can boost your mood just as much as clothing that makes you feel good. What is dopamine décor? Decorating for your own happiness. […]
Thread together
Christchurch is full of crafty creatives – especially if we’re talking about textiles. With a few taster workshops, you might find the next Caitlin Crisp is in your family. Beyond a fun, family-friendly and screen-free way to spend a few hours together, learning textile craft makes fashion accessible and personal. Whether you join […]
Tasman’s Great Taste Trail
One of the New Zealand Great Rides, the Tasman Great Taste Trail offers four distinct riding experiences. Choose a section and head out for a few hours or ride the full loop as a multi-day biking adventure. Back and beyond: Grade 3, 63km, 4 to 6 hours Tapawera, Baton River, Pokoro, Riwaka: The […]
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