A fresh winter look: Made In The Shade
Twenty years ago, Sally, a busy wife, mother, and grandmother, discovered a local womenswear store that changed how she felt about clothes shopping, and it is all down to the owner, Alison Donn. Made in the Shade is all about the service – Alison’s personal approach. “Before you know it, your wardrobe is […]
Less can be best
Minimal makeup means using only what you need to enhance your features. As always, cleanse, tone, and moisturise before applying makeup. Instead of a heavy foundation and concealer, try a glow-enhancing lotion that matches your skin tone, and/or a tinted moisturiser. The latter are available in hydrating formulas to add to your natural […]
New season new skin: The Beauty Parlour
Collagen induction is a shining star in beauty therapy, especially when it comes to tightening and refreshing your facial skin. Owner and operator of The Beauty Parlour in Fendalton for 16 years, Angela McCarthy-Coffin (inset) and her team are skincare experts, specialists in collagen induction therapy (microneedling), which helps to stimulate collagen production. […]
The lip lock
At America’s renowned Met Gala, a wide range of lip shades were featured. The most popular choices were pink and brown nudes. These subdued colours complemented the extravagant outfits, and provided a natural touch to the overall look. Some choices were more daring, however, with a few attendees opting for striking reds to […]
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Breathing life into the city: Stockman Group
Lured by the historic enchantment of the SALT district, small businesses are returning – breathing community spirit back into a very unique part of town. Above Your Space, at the heart of this redevelopment, has an evolving portfolio of boutique office spaces from 10-100sqm. “This was always known as the […]
Elegant Architecture: Borrmeister Architects
The rebuild of an award-winning 1970s abode in Cashmere took cues from its original plans, while modernising and reinterpreting the design into a functional family home. Shortlisted at the recent Canterbury NZIA Awards, the ‘Courtyard House’ features a dramatic promenade entry enclosed in glass and vertical louvres, revealing the heart of the […]










