Okay, as of going to print, we are full steam ahead into the new year, and there is no shortage of global and local political and economic intrigue. Europe/US relations, Iran, Venezuela, Ukraine and so on. Throw a dart at an atlas, and you will likely hit a hotspot. At […]
With the release of Fire And Ash Scarlett Johansson has been dethroned as the highest paid actress of all time by Zoe Saldana. Zoe Saldana has got a stake in a few major franchises which boosts her profile. She shares a slice of Marvel movies with Scarlett as well as […]
Auckland’s social set recently descended upon The Shy Guy to usher in the “Summer of Sour,” celebrating the debut of the BATCHED Lychee & Yuzu Sour. The venue, a private members’ club known for its velvet-lined luxury and a “no-photography” rule that usually keeps its secrets safe, made a rare […]
I wasn’t sure I wanted to stay on this 83-metre luxury hybrid superyacht but then I found out Keira Knightley filmed a murder mystery on it and now I think it might be worth experiencing. “The Woman in Cabin 10” might have been a Netflix dud with a 28% critic […]
lydiarachel.com Photography Finding success in two careers is hard, having to say goodbye to one of them is even harder. Rachael Mayne had to make this choice between clinical psychology and art, with each having a symbiotic relationship with the other. Since taking the plunge with art she has been […]
Digital life is monitored and exploited by Big Tech, with every interaction benefiting the companies that control algorithms and harvest our data. Yanis Varoufakis’ concept of technofeudalism highlights the illusion of freedom and the concentration of wealth. The essay encourages us to challenge this system and envision digital spaces that […]
In the world of Margot Robbie, a cup of tea is not just a beverage; it is a universal problem solver, a celebratory toast, and a grounding ritual all rolled into one. She has famously admitted to drinking at least ten cups of Dilmah a day, a Sri Lankan brand […]
New Zealand is full of amazing women leaders across a range of sectors and industries, and while our Leading from Every Angle series is an ongoing feature, here is a recap of the awesome leaders we have profiled and some of their lessons from the journey. 1. Speak up Tracey […]
She never intended to build a company. Even now, looking back, Sarah Heal still describes the beginning of Information Leadership as “a bit of a happy accident.” There was no plan, no strategy, and no planned leap into entrepreneurship. It began with a phone call from a friend. It started […]
Many of us have witnessed the troubling effects of ageing on the mind in older friends or family members – the forgotten names, the misplaced keys, the struggle to solve problems that once seemed simple. For decades, scientists have accepted cognitive decline as an inevitable part of growing older. But […]
It’s been a pretty hot summer in New Zealand for the most part but if you like your summer escapes even more stifling or you want a serious antidote to the upcoming winter, here’s a quick travel guide to the global fringes of thermal endurance. Fifteen locations that represent the […]
Summer has been really packing it in early this year. So why not start looking forward to more snuggly outfits a little early with Taylor who are spinning up their Winter 2026 collection with Recline by taylor, a capsule cotton-cashmere collection. For Winter 2026, Taylor explores the Latin word Lacuna, […]
Kathryn Wilson is leaning into the 90s for Winter ’26, which is very cool because anyone who grew up in the era knows it was the absolute peak of fashion, television (here’s looking at you Baywatch), music, and music technology formats – here’s looking at you TLC and the Sony […]
Music is the heartbeat of Levi, a sentiment that resonates deeply here in New Zealand where the festival circuit and street culture drive fashion trends. To capture the spirit Levis new campaign highlights the collective of artists who are rewriting the rules of their genres, wearing the silhouettes that are […]
A definitive curation of this season’s most essential beauty breakthroughs Radiance Refined High-performance home care reaches a new level of precision as SIMKA launches two specialized bio-cellulose masks. Clear and refine a congested complexion with the Skin Clarity Bio-Cellulose Facial Mask, $131; a blend of salicylic and mandelic acids designed […]
Shield and sustain through the cooling shift with intentional restoration and high-performance rituals. Autumn’s arrivals focus on the art of the reset; a curation of advanced essentials to fortify, repair, and protect. 1. Fig Energy Fig, raspberry and bergamot bring Mediterranean energy to the cult balm-to-oil cleanser, Elemis Pro-Collagen Green […]
Pantone has descended from the heavens and decreed the colour of the year to us. They have consulted with the oracle and determined the colour is going to be PANTONE 11-4201, which in human tongue is called “Cloud Dancer”, otherwise known to everyone else as “white”. I jest of course. […]
Chances are that if you haven’t fully returned to the office, there is growing pressure to do so. Commutes are back, desks are filling up, and the kitchen table is being reclaimed for actual dinners. But even with the push toward corporate normality, there’s still strong merit in having a […]
If you’ve ever watched the early seasons of Downton Abbey and thought, “Yes, I too would like my weekend to include a grand staircase moment, ornate lighting and a lot of curved polished wood,” The Clements in Cambridge delivers that exact energy, but without the entangled inheritance plots and intergenerational […]
It’s been 10 years since Zaha Hadid’s death, and it still feels strange to write about Zaha Hadid in the past tense. Not only because her designs seemed so futuristic but because her ideas are still happening. Walk through any major architecture school today, or any large practice with a […]
It’s important to get a variety of perspectives on the world. We only ever see one side of anything, with multiple perspectives we can finally start to see the full picture of what is happening. The Siena Drone Photo Awards brings together a cohort of international photographers, amateurs, emerging talents, […]
Early in January, I was innocently scrolling my phone when the algorithm served me an article outlining ‘20 Places to Visit in 2026.’ Fascinating, I thought: I love places. Clicking on the link, I found a slew of luxurious, far-flung destinations, the kind I’d be lucky to visit once in […]
Whether you are embarking on a new build or looking to refresh your current sanctuary, 2026 is the year of the “mood.” Moving away from the clinical whites of previous decades, the modern New Zealand home is embracing texture, depth, and a touch of secret luxury. To understand this shift, […]
