The wines of Waipara
North Canterbury is abundant with award-winning wineries, and beautiful cellar doors and vineyards. The area is a haven for winemaking, with the perfect climate for grape growing; long sunshine hours, hot dry summers, and long autumns. The sheltered Waipara area is close to the sea, and the warm days and cool nights provide […]
Masking it
Fabric face masks have become one of the “must-have” accessories these days, to help keep Covid-19 at bay. Mandatory in public situations, there’s no reason they can’t be as fashionable as the rest of your attire. Many New Zealand companies are designing and producing good quality masks in a range of fashionable (and […]
Masters of the craft: Molto Bella
Born out of a passion for natural fibres and Italian craftmanship, La Bottega Di Brunella has stayed true to this for as long as the brand has existed. With every item made in-house from yarn to garment, in the beautiful Amalfi Coast village Positano, the Italian label’s genuine commitment to meticulous quality control […]
Tightening, the gentle way: Face Value
Trending procedures in cosmetic medicine are minimally invasive treatments that stimulate collagen production. One of the newest of these are mono threads; smooth, non-barbed threads that tighten the skin when lifting is not required. Ideal for rejuvenating the skin without adding volume or ‘bulk’ to the treatment area, mono threads are a complement […]
How to Carrie it off: Shoe Therapy
If there’s one thing Sex in the City’s Carrie Bradshaw taught us, it’s that a gorgeous pair of shoes teamed with a classy clutch can make the plainest attire look sensational. With events season ramping up, now is the time to hunt down some fabulous footwear and a head-turning handbag or two. Shoe […]
Embracing realty technology: Simon Herbert
The saying “the more things change, the more they stay the same” is one that can be applied to the real estate industry in 2021. Nationwide Covid-19 lockdowns have forced vendors and purchasers to look at doing things differently, although they still want the same outcomes. Simon Herbert of Harcourts Grenadier Avonhead says […]
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