From sporting to frivolous: The Fitting Room
Lingerie and lockdowns – what’s the link? Confined to homes and professional lives experienced through video meetings changed the way women like to feel. Non-wired bras and sports bras have increased in popularity exponentially since the pandemic. As daywear became more comfortable and tailoring languished in the closet, bras followed suit becoming an […]
The secret to luscious locks
Exfoliation is not a new word in the beauty industry. The tried-and-true practice is a staple in many skincare routines and for good reason. Smooth, clean and healthy is the result of regularly removing dead skin from the face and body, and this is no secret. Removing dead skin cells from the scalp […]
Nailing it: Feet First Podiatry
Whether you’re toeing the line or dragging your feet with regards to specialist care, feet are more than a metaphor, and deserve professional attention, especially with debilitating toenail pain. Prolonging unhealthy toenail conditions causes significant complications and adversely compromises wellbeing, regular activities, and footwear compatibility. A professional diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan is […]
Spring fling: Made in the Shade
With winter done and dusted, women want something fresh and exciting to replace the drab, dated garb hanging in their wardrobes. Spring gives the opportunity to declutter. Recycle unwanted clothes to charities to free up space for a total spring makeover. Made in the Shade represents quality labels from Aotearoa and overseas. Ali […]
Check out our Northern sights
Amazing wine, arts, shopping and sculpture are all within 20 to 60 minutes drive from Christchurch City. North Canterbury is well known to many for the wide range of recreational opportunities it offers, its winery cellar doors and restaurants and its welcoming heartland towns. Visitors are welcome whether just passing though or staying […]




























