Once upon a time I had to travel all the way to Sydney to acquire Lindt hot chocolate as a gift to win the heart of my partner. Now Aucklanders need only drive… Pretty much the entire way to the airport to visit Chocolate Mecca. Located at the brand new […]
On what appears to be a stereotypically overcast day in the port city of Bristol, people are gathering from all over Europe and beyond to celebrate something they have all in common. In a time that sees people increasingly more fractured from one another, everyone can agree on at least […]
It’s not often the events of real life conspire to make a TV show release early. But in the case of Emily In Paris on Netflix shooting schedules had to be pushed forward so a certain little sporting event wouldn’t get in the way of filming. Seasons normally begin in […]
Emily is also touring from the French Alps to the piazzas of Rome, which gives us the itch to turn on roaming data, and explore ourselves. Here’s our topic French picks once you leave the capital, romance and drama not included. NICE Nice has attracted artists for centuries and it’s […]
At the recent Watches & Wonders 2024 Van Cleef & Arpels celebrated the spectacle of the stars with two new editions of their Lady Arpels Jour Nuit watch, first introduced in 2008. The two new models come in 33 and 38mm models and took three years to design and build. […]
The critically acclaimed Chinese Sci-fi that people have literally been dying to make has finally arrived for western audiences via Netflix. While the story is almost too big to truly fit the TV format satisfyingly, one part everybody can agree on is the performances of the stellar cast. Jess Hong […]
Olga Kharlan is indisputably one of the biggest names in fencing, and a hero in Ukraine’s young post soviet sporting world. She’s been Women’s number #1 ranked player across five years and is a four-time individual women’s world sabre champion, and a four-time Olympic medalist. She’s hoping to add another […]
We’re plunging into winter and leaving the award season long way behind us But let us take a moment to appreciate the best Chanel’s brand ambassadors had to offer us at the Hollywood Hotel’s Polo Lounge for the Annual Pre-Oscar dinner hosted by Chanel and Charles Finch. Actress Alexandra SHIPP […]
Bulgari Global Ambassador, Zendaya shines in a magnificent Bulgari High Jewellery necklace, while attending the Dune: Part Two Red Carpet Premiere in London. Milan, Italy At the Milan photocall for the Challengers release Zendaya chose for the day a white gold B.zero1 look, while for the premiere she wore a […]
As the co-founder of iconic beauty brands MONDAY Haircare, Osāna Naturals and Châlon Paris, Jaimee Lupton has shaken the market and made a name for herself both here and overseas. MONDAY is available in 37 countries and is now considered New Zealand’s biggest beauty brand ever. Recently she and her […]
Usually these images feel like a celebration of the individual stories unspooling across the world, a sliver of someone’s life captured and memorialised. This year that feels somewhat trite as the winning image from the 2024 World Press Photo Contest comes from Routers photojournalist Mohammed Salem, a Palestinian reporter in […]
I just binged 3 seasons of Bridgerton back to back and it feels exactly like doing laps around a fast food drive-through. As such it’s time to reconstitute my melted brain with some world expanding documentaries. Fortunately for me the Doc Edge Festival is upon us with a collection of […]
In the labyrinthine alleyways of Paris, where the past lingers like the aroma of a well-aged Bordeaux is where the Noire collection by Silk&Steel finds its muse. Under the creative helm of Sarah Cotterall, the brand has always offered pieces that are as much a narrative as they are adornment […]
Fifth Avenue, New York, has become an even more glittery affair after Chanel has recently planted its très chic footprint with a new flagship dedicated solely to Watches and Fine Jewellery. This isn’t just any boutique—it’s a veritable temple to all things Chanel. Designed by Peter Marino, the space is […]
If you’re anything like me, which I pray you’re not, then you think way too much about microplastics and our reliance on plastics in general. Thankfully we’re not alone in this worry and businesses are ever so slowly beginning to take note. Wellington based Kowtow has always had a mission […]
Good news for Auckland’s Queen Street as it welcomes a brand new luxury boutique near the waterfront. Christian Louboutin has quite literally set up shop in a 90-square-metre boutique located at the entrance of Queens Arcade. You cannot miss it with it’s bright red scale tile façade and blue ceramics. […]
Levi’s have focused on fit and fabric for their ‘24 Autumn/Winter collection as well as the democratisation of loose-fitting jeans. It’s time to get comfortable no matter what body type you’re sporting. The collection’s revamped and relaxed jeans offer both versatility and longevity, and we’re here for it. They’ve focused […]
Nobody’s story is the same. Everyone has their own individual struggles and challenges to overcome. We’ll never know the inner turmoils others are going through, although maybe we should take the time to find out sometime. One way or the other we find ourselves in this very moment. Some sitting […]
Rochelle Moffit, owner of Tickled Pink personal branding agency talks about the importance of living life on your own terms, and how it’s helped her find genuine happiness in business, and everything she does. After 20 years in business and with two divorces behind me, I’ve learned a few lessons […]
Zendaya has quickly made herself a style icon, absolutely slaying it with each new look she brings to the red carpet. Her Dune 2 looks have been a tour-de-force, turning heads, creating buzz, and making everyone else in the star studded cast into background characters on her globe sized runway. […]
To dazzle or not to dazzle, that is the question with the new Mini DolceVita. This new timepiece being modelled by the ironically timeless Jennifer Lawrence dazzles with a case framed by 38 IF-VVS Top Wesselton diamonds. It’s your choice though, another iteration lets the rectangular 21.50mm x 29.00mm stainless […]
This christmas Piaget has been inspired by the Côte Aux Fées in Switzerland with the French Riviera for its new jewellery collection. The collection features watches, rings and necklaces among others. Each one capturing the inspiration of white mountain slopes, golden evenings, deep icy blue nights and picturesque coasts. One […]
Emma Chamberlain has teamed up with Levi’s to work on a new collection which nods to the legendary Redwoods, the expansive Pacific ocean, and all of the natural world of Northern California, where both brand and celebrity grew up. It utilises earthy hues, cozy-core styling, and a signature woodsy print […]
Melbourne-based Aesop has released a new collection of six fragrances inspired by “worlds that transcend our immediate perception”. According to Aesop’s long-term fragrance collaborator Barnabé Fillion “worlds beyond perception” means a blend of woody, resinous and spicy notes opening with the sparkling citrus of Petitgrain, followed by Elemi and lavender […]
We’re full swing into Summer so that means it’s time to jump the ditch and work on that sunburn on the sunny Gold Coast. There have been a lot of new openings since we last visited, so here are our quick picks for where to eat, where to stay, and […]
Woven Wonders Black Friday is generally a day notorious for its shopping frenzies and discount-driven madness but amidst this commercial chaos, Deadly Ponies emerged with a collection that takes a more considered and timeless approach. With their 2023 Black Friday collection, they have woven the narrative of Black Friday into […]
CAMILLA AND MARC’s “Metamorphosis” collection serves up a delicious blend of fashion and theatrics. Perfect for those who aspire to outshine everyone at the world’s swankiest resorts or for the staycationer looking at styling it up even in the comfort of home. And the muse for this particularly summery collection? […]
The only thing that overshadows world-renowned couture designer, Guo Pei is her own work. Named one of Times 100 most influential people, she is trusted with dressing A-Listers and royalty alike for the world stage when she isn’t blazing new paths in fashion. She is the talent behind Rihanna’s trailing […]
Michelle Yeoh is a veritable powerhouse of talent coming off the back of A24’s Oscar-winning highest-grossing film and her own Golden Globe and SAG Award wins for Everything Everywhere All At Once, she’s now providing the mystery in the latest Agatha Christie adaptation A Haunting In Venice. Streaming now on […]
Afrique en Cirque Gravity-defying acrobatics and the sounds of afro-jazz are coming to shake The Civic with an incredible tribute to African culture. Inspired by daily life in Guinea, Afrique en Cirque transports the beauty, youth and artistry of Africa to the big stage. It’s an irrepressible, heart-filled spectacle that’s […]
In this post Covid, lockdown world, travel really is the hot ticket obsession but life is too short for mediocre accommodation so to help with your global jaunts we have scoured the planet for some of the world’s most enchanting resorts, where luxury is defined not just by opulence but […]
Add a touch of natural luxury to your living space or someone else’s with Wild Poppies Floristry and Gifts, New Zealand’s number one premium florist. Their online store extends the beauty of bespoke arrangements nationwide, ensuring a touch of nature’s elegance reaches every corner of New Zealand. For Auckland locals, […]
This is SO EASY! A summer smash — and also excellent in winter. This is another fine example of chilli getting busy with sweetness and fruitiness. MAKES ABOUT 500ML 190g icing sugar 4 limes 2 fresh habaneros 450ml cream (or crème fraîche) Note Pour some boiling water into a small […]
Another one-pot wonder! This dish is great with some buttery, crusty bread — we usually have a big green salad/slaw with it too. We also love it on toasted Vogel’s with fried or poached eggs for brunch or weekend brekkie. SERVES 6 2 tbsp canola oil 3 chorizo sausages, chopped […]
In LA, most of the fish tacos you’ll find are ‘Baja style’, named after Baja (BA-HA) California in Mexico. They’re made with deep-fried battered fish. However, when we were in Tulum on Mexico’s east coast near the end of our taco odyssey, we had some incredible tacos made with grilled […]
For the last ten years we’ve watched Sarah and Otis Frizzell grow their brainchild, The Lucky Taco together on Ponsonby Road and beyond with one of New Zealand’s very first gourmet food trucks. On the strength of great tasting tacos every time it’s become its own brand, launching their award-winning […]
What’s On the Board The new seasonal menu has landed at Jervois Steak House, celebrating the best and freshest produce of spring and summer. New dishes include a Savannah rib eye on the bone (a new cut, perfect for sharing), a black tiger prawn cocktail with Marie Rose, avocado and […]
The M2woman Journey to Excellence with Craigs Investment Partners brought to you by SRW, Tax Management New Zealand, and Waitiri Creek Wines held on October 27, 2023 was another powerful addition to the M2woman Journey to Excellence legacy. Even if we say so ourselves. This, the 14th Journey to Excellence […]
Within the global education sector, ACG Schools have built a reputation for their dedication to premium, independent, and holistic learning. Not only is this based on a strong global network and a leading curriculum, but also teachers and leaders that guide and support academic excellence among its students. A leading […]
