Step into wedding season

Whether you’re the bride, bridesmaid or a guest, it’s the heels that will give you your Cinderella moment. Metropol caught up with leading shoe designer Kathryn Wilson about the latest season of heels we can expect to see stepping into wedding season.     Why did you want to make the move […]

Social vs. Structured

When it comes to the big day, or any big ‘do’ in that case, do you plan a grazing table or a sit down meal? We check out the pros and cons of each.   Grazing tables Grazing tables are undoubtedly eye-catching edible works-of-art. Here are a few tips to consider to […]

Fake it till you make it

Did you know dressing well or even wearing a certain colour can be an instant mood-lifter? Yes, it turns out confidence may just be a power outfit away! Research shows that fashion is one of the simplest ways we can transform our emotions and overall confidence. So let us help you dress […]

Takes the cake

It’s long been said you can’t have your cake and eat it too, but with our roundup of the latest cake trends for the Romeos and Juliets of 2020, you might just be able to! These are some of the sweetest staples of the big day.   CROCHET CAKE: You’ll find crochet […]

Labour of love: Polished Diamonds

It has been a two-year labour of love to design and merchandise the new website for Polished Diamonds – Jewellery Design, now live at www.polisheddiamonds.co.nz.   The attention to detail this plush, parlour-esque haven on New Regent Street is renowned for is evident in the care and attention that has gone into […]

Fare for the seasoned palate: Corianders Durham Street

The best quality real ethnic Indian food is synonymous with one restaurant in Canterbury, Corianders Indian Restaurant.     Whether it’s the creamy butter chicken or a spicy vindaloo, there is fare for the most seasoned palate. Being the biggest doesn’t mean that the smallest details don’t get attention. That’s what’s great […]