Summer event style tips: Zebrano

Event confidence begins with a gorgeous outfit. It might be a Christmas barbecue, a summer wedding, a New Year’s Eve cocktail party, or a beachside dinner, the desire to look dazzling remains. For Zebrano’s team of style gurus – skilled at finding the best outfit for you in the latest season’s colours – […]

Effortless style for every occasion, go botanical: OFI Linen

Busy women who value style and convenience love having a great go-to boutique where choosing outfits is easy. In the heart of the city, Cashel Street is home to OFI Linen where head director Wendy Giltrap and her experienced team understand the pressure of finding the perfect outfit, even when time is short. […]

Restoring clothing confidence: TAD Design

In the heart of Rangiora, a boutique of sartorial beauty awaits. Previously a hair and beauty salon, owner Tracey McMillan always dreamed of giving women a new lease on life through head-to-toe dressing, removing the intimidation of fashion. A few popular pop-up clothing shops were the seed and Tracey made it a reality, […]

Make an entrance

First impressions count, so they say, and often that starts at your front fence. If you have one, a front fence sets the tone for the entire  façade of the home. An opportunity to really wow visitors,    or potential buyers if you’re selling, it brings that all-important curb appeal to your property. […]

Christmas gifting: getting it right

If you are one of those ultra-organised personalities, with itemised lists of gorgeous gifts for each person in your life, and a tick next to each, this isn’t for you. Christmas gifting can be a nightmare, in a world where it feels there are so many options or just not enough.Lately, it’s impossible […]

The magic of Christmas: Isaac Theatre Royal

Spoiler alert: A Christmas Royal giveaway is hiding in this story. Christmas in New Zealand is all about sunshine, sand, and days at the beach. Even amidst the barbecues and beach trips, there’s something special about stepping into the Isaac Theatre Royal for a dose of festive magic. In the heart of Christchurch, […]