A model agent: Sally Pomeroy of Harcourts Grenadier
Sally Pomeroy of Harcourts Grenadier Ferrymead loves the ocean, a cold beer and fashion. She does a bit of modelling for New Zealand Brand Orlando and even sashayed on the catwalk at last year’s NZ Cup Week. When it comes to her work, helping people achieve their dreams is a […]
Buying and selling business: NAI Harcourts
There comes a time for every business to sell, allowing the owner to retire, or to focus in another direction. We chatted with Athol McCully at NAI about the process. “First, engage a qualified business broker, who will have the training and expertise to assist you,” he says. “Next, your […]
Cash-free coffee: Ricoh Pandemic Pivot
One Christchurch café is putting the “e” in coffee, making a post Covid-19 decision to use only electronic payment. Allpress Espresso has made the call to accept no notes or coins at its Montreal Street café. Roastery and café manager James Nightingale says the cashless system has been largely well […]
Wedding guest winners: Zebrano
It may be the happy couple’s big day but that does not mean you can’t look amazing celebrating them. We talk to Christchurch Zebrano manager Michelle Carter on how her team can help you find your iconic look for any wedding. Whether you prefer a flirty feminine feel or more […]
All about autumn: Made in the Shade
Copious colours, a plethora of plains and a flourish of florals are available at Made in the Shade from an array of sought-after brands like Anne Mardell, Lisette, Bittermoon and Optimum (which can be customised to size and colour). A gorgeous range of accessories are also on full display at the counter. […]
Tailored to perfection: MVR Tailoring
There’s a new pairing in Canterbury and their mutual love for detail and implementing a client’s vision to perfection is what saw the two joining forces. Tailor Mark van Roosmalen or MvR Tailoring and artisan shoemaker Louise Ayling of LA Shoemaker are masters of their respective crafts. Louise honed her […]
Exquisite new season edit: Mikko Shoes
As the leaves begin to fall around our beautiful city, Mikko Shoes presents an exciting collection of quality European footwear and handbags for the cool weather to come. To give us some wintry wardrobe inspiration, we spoke with Mikko’s founder, Michaela Longstaff, about what key pieces we can expect in store this […]
Beauty in the ’burbs: Helen’s Beauty in Avonhead
Nestled peacefully in the Western suburbs you’ll find an unexpected level of care and indulgence at Helen’s Beauty in Avonhead. Specialising in massage therapy, manicures and pedicures, leaving the salon feeling fresh and rejuvenated is a given. Director and therapist Helen Sitarz is a fine arts graduate, which takes her […]
Icing on the wedding cake: Twisted Flour & Sugar
This dynamo mother and daughter duo really do put the icing on the wedding cake. Sally Holt is the fantastic frilly and flowery creative and Kate Podmore, an ingredients alchemist with a flair for fondant. Once clients arrive at Twisted Flower & Sugar Merchants sunny greeting room in Wigram with the […]
