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Sustainability’s seat at the table

Nose-to-tail eating is a growing practice as society shifts towards sustainable eating. You might shudder at the thought of consuming animal liver, heart, or brains, yet offal disguises itself often – sausage skin usually derives from sheep or pig intestines, while pâté is made with liver. Aside from the uninviting impression of eating […]

Inspired, authentic, bespoke: Lucid Commercial Design

Commercial fitouts, residential, new build or renovation… starting a build project can be completely overwhelming. Design and build with a team that gets it. Lucid Commercial Design provides end-to-end design and build services for businesses and homeowners wanting to express their personality through their spaces. Established in 2003 and led by principal designer […]

3 outfits, 3 occasions

Pampered and treated… most mothers feel the love come Sunday 11 May yet Mother’s Day puts pressure on family. Where to take mum? Which gift to spoil her with? Most importantly – what to wear? We have you covered. SPA & SALON: Consider this an excuse to let your ‘off-duty model’ style shine. […]

Cashmere care: Elle + Riley

With its soft warmth and luxurious feel, cashmere is forever worn and adored. “Cashmere really does improve with age and if cared for properly, its wonderful features are enhanced,” Elle Pugh, founder of premium New Zealand cashmere brand Elle + Riley says. An expert on the textile, she shares her top tips in […]

The salon come back: V for Hair

After a challenging couple of years navigating long Covid and business restructuring, V for Hair’s Vicki is deeply grateful to be back. “What I love most is helping women feel and look amazing. Clients come from all over New Zealand for appointments. It means the world to me,” she says. “Specialising in grey […]