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Cobalt dreams

Striking and invigorating. Moody but classic, and so chic. Cobalt is the colour of our winter dreams. CURATED BY NINA TUCKER It is a shade that looks effortlessly chic whether you’re wearing it to a gala or the grocery store. According to WhoWhatWear, it’s the colour trend “following in red’s footsteps”, one that encompasses complete […]

See it, feel it: Carpet Binders

With hardwood floors trending, many people are looking for an ideal rug to add softness underfoot, especially as temperatures plummet. You may have found yourself asking friends, family, and colleagues for recommendations on custom rugs, only to be met with off-shore companies and long turn-over times, or places that charge exorbitant prices. Carpet Binders have […]

Wholefood warrior: Dux Group

Restauranteur and entrepreneur Richard Sinke is the ideal advocate for the diet he has espoused for practically his entire life – the Mediterranean diet. Three words that aptly describe his physical persona would be energy, vigour and vitality. For the founder of Dux Group, Richard’s career kicked off in an organic garden in Woolston, which […]

Becoming her own boss: Wilhelmina Shrimpton

Two redundancies, a separation, the launch of her business, yet multimedia master Wilhelmina Shrimpton is thriving, writes Metropol Deputy Editor Nina Tucker. “Hectic” is normal programming for Wilhelmina. When she lists the number of things she’s working on daily, it’s hard not to feel overwhelmed. Broadcasting and reporting, fill-in hosting at various newsrooms, media trainings […]

Editor’s picks

WITH LYNDA PAPESCH When the travel bug hits, and the suitcases emerge, it’s time to think small for carry-on luggage. Most airlines have requirements for carry-on bags, including having liquids in 100ml bottles or less, and separately sealed in a clear plastic bag. This includes items such as perfume, deodorant, foundation, sunscreen, and even toothpaste. […]