Short story

Hyped as one of the biggest trends for summer and its flanking seasons, the boxy Bermuda short has certainly made its presence known in sartorial circles of late. From luxe linen and silk to more structured suiting and leather – these high waisted, lower thigh grazing numbers are flattering, multi-purpose trouser shorts to see you […]

Jack-et of all trades

It’s time trade in those cute cardigans for some heavy-duty winter warmers – we’re talking about jackets and coats. Metropol gets the lowdown on all of the latest jackets we’re seeing coming through in fashion.     TIME TO TAN: Gone are the days of minimal layers and getting a tan… winter is the season […]

Dame Trelise Cooper’s: True Colours

The juxtaposition of strength and softness that represents women is something Dame Trelise Cooper always seeks to capture in her designs.     It’s not unlike the juxtaposition of Trelise herself; the beautiful, elegant and bubbly woman that heads a fabulous fashion empire, with colour at its heart and style in its soul. It’s also […]

Rocking the leather look

The leather jacket is an iconic silhouette which has crossed the sartorial divide from street star to high fashion, and it has remained there ever since.     With its cult street appeal, this amour of cool is a jack of all fashionable trades; toughen up a floral dress or pull together a chic, all-black […]

COOPER Kimono Del Mar, $599

What’s trending for winter: Style Doctor by Bridget Hope of Magpie Style

As the temperature plummets, here’s what’s on the fashion horizon. Hold onto your hats, coats and scarves, for there is something for everyone here. Never has a fashion season been so full of contradiction. CLEAN LINES: A belted wool trench. A perfectly crisp shirt. The perfect pair of pants. With environmental factors pointing harshly against […]

Coop "Better Sweater" from Ruby Six

Win with Metropol: Coop “Better Sweater” from Ruby Six

If you’re heading north of Christchurch, make sure you visit Ruby Six, a beautiful lifestyle store that will make the hearts of the most fashion mad fans go pitter patter. You’ll find this stylish space just off the main road, at 6 Markham, Amberley. A sartorial showcase of New Zealand and Australian design, with well-respected […]

American Express Openair Cinema

Events guide: Five things well worth leaving home for

The temperatures may have begun their downward descent, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to lock yourselves inside! We’ve gone in search of some of the hottest events around that will be sure to bring some warmth to your autumn. Food, fun and flicks: American Express is bringing the Openair Cinema festival of food, fun […]