Nailed it
After more than a month of fashion shows from the very best, there’s a whole crop of fresh spring/summer nail trends emerging for minimalists and maximalists alike. Texture is the name of the game this year; add oomph with polka dots, geometric patterns, rhinestone applique and glitter, or channel your inner mermaid with […]
A collaborative collection
What does popular New Zealand fashion designer Karen Walker have in common with an Australian denim production house? A whole lot, it seems. Karen Walker has just revealed her latest project; a collaboration with Outland Denim. Based in Queensland, Australia, Outland Denim is a B-Corp company and one of the world’s hottest right now, […]
Be a stud
Cue the revival of yet another ‘90s craze: studded silhouettes return as the ultimate embellishment of 2019. Small studs, big studs, spikes, rhinestones… if it’s studded, we want i t.Check out our styling tips ahead. FOOTWEAR WITH FLAIR The easiest way to embrace this edgy trend is with footwear – studded strappy sandals, […]
Float into summer
Party season is coming our way, which means barbecues, beach parties and picnics. What better way to welcome the season than with the addition of some floaty summer dresses to your wardrobe? Check out this moodboard of our favourite seasonal selections. 1. BRIGID MCLAUGHLIN LADY HAY DRESS. 2. COOPER STREET SAVANNAH HANKY […]
Playing dress up dolls
Who would have thought a love of dressing old-school paper dolls in the early ’50s would transform into an award-winning design at the World of Wearable Arts Awards. Placing second for her Dress-up Dolls entry in the Transform section of this year’s competition, Meg Latham coincidently grew up where WOW originated 31 years […]
Rent a wardrobe!
Designer Wardrobe has opened its second rental store right here in Christchurch, giving ladies access to more than 1600 designer pieces from Trelise Cooper and Ruby to Zimmermann and many more. There are outfits for every occasion, from race day and weddings to school formals or corporate balls. Designer Wardrobe buys clothing […]
10 years of Loobie’s Story
For 10 years now, Loobie’s Story has been adding the bohemian beauty to our wardrobes. Metropol catches up with founder Laurinda Sutcliffe about the brand’s exotic evolution. You’re celebrating an amazing 10-year milestone in business… How did Loobie’s Story come to be? Loobie’s Story started when I found myself suddenly let go […]
Party season’s hottest styles
Whether your style is classic elegance or ‘of the moment’ attitude, feminine mystique or strictly minimalist chic, there is no better time than Christchurch’s party and event season to revel in your signature style, or to try out a whole new look for the sheer delight of it. The city’s iconic destination […]
Fashion, frocks & fascinators
A spectacle of racing will entertain the crows, celebratory bubbles will clink and fabulous fashion will feature because, for as long as we can remember, fashion has been inextricably entwined with horse racing. And although fierce competition between trainers, drivers and breeders is a timeless feature of the sport, the fashion stakes too […]
From top to toe: Magazine Designer Clothing
For a stunning Cup Day outfit, the team at Magazine Designer Clothing can dress you from top to toe. Choose from the beautiful selection of predominantly New Zealand-made designer clothing and an exquisite range of accessories to complement your outfit, including jewellery, fascinators and bags. Whether you are off to the races or […]
