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Dream dresses

Dresses are a staple year-round. Switching up the style can refresh your look for the season, adding invigoration and becoming the change you might need. In winter, I love dresses with some sort of sleeve, for added warmth and elegance. Often, these colourways suit the season impeccably, while also offering great versatility for […]

Affordably built to last: Durasteel

If build price is an issue, and let’s face it, build price is always an issue, chances are there is a fabulous option you haven’t considered. It is suitable for first-homers, families, retirees, and investors. It could be a home, a bach, a studio, or a workshop. Designed and built in Canterbury, Durasteel […]

Combatting stretch marks

Developing when the skin stretches or shrinks abruptly, stretch marks are a type of scar so common that most people will have them. Such a quick change causes the collagen and elastin within the skin to rupture, causing stretch marks to appear when the skin starts to heal. According to multiple studies, around […]

Belt up

Not just a tool for holding pants up, a belt combines practicality with sophistication and accentuation. For definition through oversized or baggy clothing, to cinch a waist and create an hourglass effect, or to add another dimension or colour to a monochrome look, a belt is your best friend. To create the illusion […]

Gifts handmade with love: Exquisite Gifts by AJ

In need of a special and unique gift for that special someone? Look no further than Merivale’s Exquisite Gifts by AJ. The gift shop, which is owned and operated by Amanda Ward and her husband Dave, is popular among locals with its range of products for everyone. From unique homeware and custom refurbished […]