Luxury never fades: Duffle&Co
A commitment to quality and sustainability has seen this premium Kiwi bag brand thrive well into its tenth year. Premium luxury bag brand, Duffle&Co is celebrating 10 years of providing customers with made-to-last quality and a firm commitment to people and planet. Managing director Bernadette Stevenson, whose brand was recognised in British Vogue […]
The great West Coast road trip
Between Haast in the south and Karamea in the north, the West Coast is one adventure after another. From ancient forests to gigantic glaciers, watch the oceanic performance at Punakaiki’s blow holes, shop for greenstone in Greymouth and Hokitika, explore old gold workings and hike over one of the massive glaciers. Duration: 7 […]
Welcome to a new era in wool
The New Zealand Merino Company has rebranded as Zentera, signalling a strategic evolution while maintaining its focus on premium, traceable wool and regenerative practices. The New Zealand Merino Company has rebranded as Zentera Wool Company, a move its leadership says reflects a natural evolution rather than a shift in direction. Chief executive Angus […]
Buy local: Yarn with a true New Zealand story – Wild Earth Yarns
While much of New Zealand’s wool is shipped offshore for processing, one Christchurch-based company is keeping the entire journey close to home. Wild Earth Yarns, owned by Graham and Jacqui McLaughlin, is committed to producing 100% locally made, fully traceable yarn. “We’re seeing a global shift away from synthetics toward natural, biodegradable fibres,” […]
Shear joy
Words: Nina Tucker | Images: Dorothy McLennan Beverley Riverina Forrester’s award-winning wool fashion business was born from her rural North Canterbury farm and innovative, optimistic mind – a venture that took garments to New Zealand Fashion Week and international runways, and knitting kits to the world. I had to wade through sausage-making courses […]
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