Monday to Sunday edge: Lifestyles

With life returning to normal (albeit a new normal), the urge to get away for time out and retail therapy adventures is hard to ignore. Hanmer Springs never fails to please. It is a shopper’s paradise – the place to source that something special. Lifestyles is one such store. Its quality casualwear takes […]

Settle for awhile: Settlers Boutique Motel

The country is opening up again to international tourists and Hanmer Springs is a drawcard for visitors and locals alike. The thermal resort town is a gem in the tourism crown and launched its inaugural Alpine Winter Festival in 2021. The event is on again this year, from 1-31 July. Local moteliers Sue […]

A dash of Danish: Kjole Style

Why is it that a piece of jewellery, a handbag or garment with a European label always gives us that tingle of excitement? No doubt it’s because we associate anything from Europe to be of superior craftmanship, built from centuries of artisan knowledge and skills passed from generation to generation. Kjole Style lauds […]

Drive, eat, explore

Hurunui might just qualify as the ultimate holiday spot in New Zealand’s South Island, with its plethora of wineries, eateries, day spas, thermal pools, adventure, hiking, fishing and scenery. It’s in close travel proximity to Christchurch, making it ideal for a day trip, a weekend away or just a Sunday drive. Check out […]

Timeless and classic glam

Classic glamour is forever timeless in fashion, especially for those extra special occasions in life. Finding the perfect outfit for a big event takes some consideration. Keeping to classic colours and styles takes out a lot of the worry of pieces dating, or your taste changing after one wear. Take inspiration from this […]

Be my guest

After a few disrupted event seasons, finally, the industry is getting back into full swing. You know what that means… a new wardrobe incoming. While formal attire is often the common dress code for weddings and other special occasions, there are varying levels of formality that the hosts can decide on for their […]