Wardrobe refresh
Step into the new year fresh with a fun selection of wardrobe pieces, that make outfitting a breeze. Perfect for if you are heading back to the office or lapping up the last of your holidays in the sun, opt for styles that are versatile and can be worn in multiple ways. Beautiful […]
Dream weaver from head to toe
Woven textiles and accessories add texture to outfits from jeans and a tee to crisp, clean white linen, tropical sun-kissed outfits and more. From top to toe, hats, bags, belt and shoes, woven straw, wicker, raffia and the like can soften an outfit or make it look more casual, and summery.
Bring on the bands
Hairstyling can be a bad morning’s worst nightmare. Having a few headband options will help achieve a bouncy, effortless look when your hair just isn’t co-operating. From sparkling embellishments to classy black velvet, a headband will glamorise your look while keeping flyaways at bay. Headbands made a comeback after Miuccia Prada spotlighted the […]
Love is in the air
Not everyone chooses to celebrate Valentine’s Day, but if you do, we have some loved up style inspiration for you. Whether you are celebrating with partners of friends, a day dedicated to showing some love and affection calls for the perfect outfit. We have drawn inspiration from the traditional colours of love, reds […]
If the shoe fits
Walking is a terrific way to get around and when doing so it is essential to have comfortable footwear. The myriad choices these days effortlessly blend comfort with fashion so yes, you can have both. Remember that shoes should cushion and support your feet, feel comfortable and fit well. Shoes should be bought […]
Beautifully cool healing: Cryosystem
Cryotherapy is the science of exposing the body to sub-zero temperatures to stimulate physical and mental health benefits. The latest innovation, The Cryo-Facial combines traditional beauty therapy with cryotherapy and is quickly becoming the coolest way to deliver overall health, beauty and wellness. The Cryotherapy Facial is emerging as the go-to for cryo-clients […]
Hula your way to fitness
Weighted hula hoops have come out as one of the biggest international fitness trends this year. Other trends gaining plenty of enthusiasts include ZUU, stroller fitness, reverse running and trapeze classes. They were revealed in a new study by UK-based PureGym, which analysed worldwide Google search data for over 100 different fitness trends […]
Longer lives tied to physical activity
New research shows why people live longer, and it’s likely because they are more physically active. Researchers from Harvard University in the USA used evolutionary and biomedical evidence showing that people, who evolved to live many decades after they stopped reproducing, also evolved to be relatively active in their later years. The researchers […]
Hit the trail
North Canterbury is home to a growing number of cycle trails, suitable for all ages. Here are some to try next time you’re in the area. Amberley to Leithfield 8.3km, 1 hour Stage 1 of the Amberley Area Cycle Trails (AACT) is open so you can now cycle, walk or run safely between […]
