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Co- owner and Manager of Siamese Doll Restaurant I’d name my autobiography… Something really random like “The Adventures of Steve”. To me success means… Happiness in as many aspects of my life. I feel it’s not something everyone achieves. Best advice I’ve been given… I believe her words were “if […]
Founder of Oh Natural I’d name my autobiography… “Beautiful Chaos”. Running a business I love and having 3 boys I also love under the age of 7 is just that. To me success means… Getting to live my life on my own terms. For me, this means not having to […]
Cotton Comforts The Summer months mean hot, balmy nights. Pyjamas in natural fabrics, such as cotton and silk, are both breathable and comfortable, leaving you with a much more restful sleep. New Zealand brand, Penney + Bennett have just released their Cascades range of sleepwear, featuring 100 percent cotton fabric […]
Realign Your Mind We all know the importance of keeping our bodies physically fit, but we often neglect our precious mental health. Essential Oil therapy has been used for centuries as a way to realign our ‘emotional brain’ by stimulating our limbic system, which controls our mood and emotions. Newly […]
Need some stylish new luggage? Or are you always running low on battery at the airport? Our Travel News will sort you out. Charging Ahead Keeping connected while travelling can be hard. With long-haul flights and hard-to-find power points, your phone battery often dies right when you need it. Travel […]
Rest easy at night, regain your energy and recover after a workout – our Wellness News is here to ensure you keep you healthy. Stay On Top For those working highly stressful jobs, keeping hydrated is a great way to keep energy levels up, however, the free radicals building up […]
A Journey to Diversity You may have heard of our M2woman Journey to Excellence Live Forums; an immersive event where a panel of successful women in business talk about the issues and solutions to achieving diversity in the workplace. Currently up to its fourth series, our February panel promises to […]
Give your timepiece a luxurious upgrade with TAG Heuer’s Aqauracer Lady Calibre 9 Automatic watch. The pioneering brand was the first in the world to patent a watertight case and this innovation is carried on to the Aquaracer Lady with water resistance up to 300 metres. With a 12-sided unidirectional […]
Inheriting a 35 year old legacy, restaurateurs Sid and Chand Sahrawat have acquired iconic Auckland eatery The French Cafe. Adding the fine dining establishment to their family of other award-winning restaurants (Sidart and Cassia) and renaming it Sid at The French Cafe, the Sahrawat’s have kept elements of The French […]
An ode to a relish for life, jewellery and watchmakers, Maison Chopard, welcome their latest fragrance collection, Happy Chopard Eau de Parfum. Now with a commitment to more responsible perfumery with their Journey to Sustainable Luxury, the collection is made of the most treasured, natural ingredients. From the collection comes […]
Carry the desert on your shoulder with Saben’s High Summer capsule collection, Mirage. Bright poppy red contrasted with the texture of black python illuminates the collection with limited edition gunmetal hardware featuring throughout the desert-inspired range. The Big Sis Tilly bag in Red Python is a must-have this summer.
Shun excessiveness with PANDORA’s new Modern Minimalism collection. Sterling silver and PANDORA rose feature throughout with paired back rings, hoop earrings and fine chains detailed with freshwater cultured white pearls. A sophisticated collection designed to be worn for any occasion.
Lancôme’s yearly tradition of collaborating on a collection with a designer has this year seen them pair with American fashion house, Proenza Schouler. The meeting of minds has offered us a beauty collection strong on colour, giving wearers a powerful statement where they can express their individuality. Products include an […]
High performance sound and Nordic design come together in the Copenhagen speaker from Vifa. The Danish company uses the finest natural materials in their products while delivering exquisite sound design, resulting in a beautiful speaker both visually and aurally. The Copenhagen has a matte polished die-cast aluminum frame with a […]
Stripped Back With one musical offering from the Kiwi songstress already this year, Kimbra’s new EP Songs from Primal Heart, Reimagined comes as quite a surprise. After a four-year gap between her second album The Golden Echo and her latest album Primal Heart, fans weren’t expecting Hamilton-born Kimbra to be […]
Taylor Swift Reputation Tour The undeniable force that is Taylor Swift comes to our shores this November with her Reputation Tour. The seven-time Grammy winner released her number 1 album in November of last year featuring hits such as ‘Call It What You Want’ and ‘Look What You Made Me […]
A modern day Cinderella story following Chinese designer Guo Pei as she chases her dream into the world of Haute Couture, Yellow is Forbidden is a documentary from New Zealander Pietra Brettkelly capturing Guo as she makes her debut on the international scene. In cinemas November 1. Baby Mama’s Club […]
Boss at Jess’ Underground Kitchen I’d name my autobiography… What Spare Time?! To me success means… Waking up and being inspired to do what you do every day, with a team of amazing people beside you that are just as inspired as you are. Best advice I’ve been given… Be […]
Founder and Director of Yu Mei I’d name my autobiography… It’s a Work In Progress. To me success means… Knowing why you’re doing what you’re doing and relentlessly working to achieve your goals. Best advice I’ve been given… “Less words” I made my first dollar: I started a pop up […]
Artist, mum and student I’d name my autobiography… ‘Cracked hands and blank canvas’ To me success is… Success is a constantly evolving thing. Success to me happens daily, weekly, yearly or even over a lifetime. Success could be as little as getting my toddler fed, bathed and in to bed, […]
KIRI BARFOOT Kiri joined Barfoot & Thompson in 1991 in the Accounts department whilst studying for a commerce degree. She represents the third generation of the Barfoot family within the company. After travelling and working overseas in London and Israel, Kiri returned and has held numerous positions with the company, […]
All of us have boxes of family photographs and documents scattered throughout our homes. Imagine being able to quickly and easily scan all your most important photographs and documents into your computer or cloud storage location. Quickly organise your entire photographic history. Automatically colour correct and restore poor condition and […]
Make time out of a busy day to stop and recharge. A revitalising cup of fresh peppermint tea and a helping of buttery avocado toast go hand in hand with paging through a fantastic book. Vase by Gidon Bing, Mug and Teapot by Kirsten Dryburgh, available at The Poi Room.
A way to balance your hormones, a drink that helps probiotics reach your gut and a soak for to aid muscle recovery – our Wellness News is here to ensure you keep yourself healthy. Keep Your Hormones in Check As women, we are all prone to hormone imbalance at some […]
From the Christmas lunch ideas to how to reduce the plastic we use, our Food News will keep you up to date. Kiwi with a Twist The Kiwi Christmas is nothing without a pavlova on the table for dessert. While some may slog it out in the kitchen to get […]
All of the latest news and pieces from the world of success and business. Print Power The stress of owning a small business can sometimes get overwhelming. With bills to pay, clients to impress, stock to get out and emails to send, you’ve barely got time to worry about anything […]
When travelling abroad, a spritz of some of your favourite fragrance as you step off the plane is a nice way to feel less sluggish after a long flight. Unfortunately restrictions with carry-on bags on international flights can mean taking your go-to perfume in your handbag is not possible. Work […]
Looking for a luxe holiday but can’t quite pull yourself away from work for too long? The SO/ Hotel can offer a designer hotel experience without taking you away from Auckland’s CBD. Known for their pairings with covetable designers in other international cities, SO/ Auckland has partnered with Kiwi fashion […]
While guided tour groups are a great way to get in all the must-see tourist spots during your travels, they often miss those hard-to-find places that are off-the-beaten-track. G Adventures have just announced their latest destinations for their partnership with National Geographic that will show you another side to the […]
This forum continued the conversation on all forms of diversity in the workplace, and how we can tackle them in our own workplace. Check out all the photos from the event here “By sending selected key male Managers within our business (along with selected female Leaders) we have seen real value. […]
In cinemas October 11 is the first film to encompass the remarkable story of one of the true icons of our time, as she fights to maintain her brand’s integrity, her principles – and her legacy. Dame Vivienne Westwood is Punk Rock’s Grande Dame. One-time agent provocateur, the doyenne of […]
The music scene is set release some great new music in the coming months. Here is what we are looking forward to from artists both at home and abroad. JESS GLYNNE ALWAYS IN BETWEEN You may have heard her upbeat track, ‘I’ll Be There’ on the radio or her feature […]
A mystery thriller, a dark comedy from Netflix and an international reality show coming to New Zealand; September and October are looking to heat up our screens both big and small. A SIMPLE FAVOUR Based on the novel of the same name, A Simple Favour sees mummy blogger, Stephanie (Anna […]
From celebrating and empowering women to a high fashion exhibition in Tauranga and a wearable art extravaganza, we’ve got your next two months in your calendar booked out. JOURNEY TO EXCELLENCE On 16 February 2018, we took a major step forward by launching the M2woman Journey to Excellence Live Forums, […]
OWNER & FOUNDER OF SKINOGRAPHY. I’d name my autobiography… A Quiet Rebellion I’ve never been one to follow the crowd and I have always questioned the system! I’ve always used my intuition to guide me with heart-centred decisions I’ve made through my career, business and life. To me success means… […]
FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF LASH NOIR I’d name my autobiography… I wouldn’t ever write a book about myself, I can barely manage to pull together a blurb of my credentials for our website! To me success means… Being in charge of your future. Cultivating your own opportunities, living an inspired […]
LAWYER AND BUSINESSPERSON – OWNER OF CRIMSON ORGANIC TAMPONS Best advice I’ve been given… Was from a retiring partner in a law firm when I was just starting out – “back your own judgment and don’t listen to others who suggest you have it wrong just because they think they […]
Look to a warm, nourishing chia pudding to get your day off to the right start. With more nutrients than your standard bowl of porridge, simply stew on the stovetop with a blend of coconut milk, cinnamon and mashed banana for a breakfast that tastes as good as dessert.
TRACK YOUR LIFE While some of us find it hard to put our smartphones down, working out while using them isn’t exactly the easiest feat. Designed specifically for women, the Fitbit Versa lets you part with your smartphone during your gym session without worrying if you’re missing those important emails. […]
PICTURE PERFECT Standing out on LinkedIn can be hard and having a great profile pic can make all the difference. A professional photo shoot is not an option for everyone and so many of us turn to our humble phone to do the job, but with varying results. Enter the […]
