As the year goes on and our lives get more and more hectic. It can be hard to stick to the optimistic health goals we made at the new year. When there’s a choice between hitting the gym or watching an entire season of a show on Netflix, I know […]
Lake Taupo is a great Winter holiday getaway and for a unique and boutique experience the luxurious Acacia Cliffs Lodge is a divine stay. The lodge was architecturally designed to maximise the views of both the lake and the mountains. The perfect place for a romantic anniversary weekend away or...
The Miele Blizzard CX1 is switching up the way we vacuum with its superior bagless style that has been designed to be even more efficient. Most bagless vacuum cleaners let out a plume of dust when they’re emptied but by adding a fine dust filter that only needs to be...
Karen Walker’s latest collection has given us a serious case of wanderlust. ‘Lost in Paradise’ features pieces adorned with tropical prints and some Victorian-esque coats. Karen Walker was inspired by the idea of being shipwrecked on a faraway island when she created the pieces and each item has its own...
Feeling stressed? Indulging yourself in a little bit of dark chocolate could be the answer. Two recent studies presented at the Experimental Biology 2018 meeting found that eating dark chocolate with a high level of cacao, (70 per cent and above), has positive effects on stress levels, mood, inflammation and...
For most of us, our early 20’s are a time of figuring out who we are and where we want to go – it can be a time of uncertainty, dodgy flatting situations and entering the workforce – but for Crimson Education’s Chief Operating Officer, Sharndre Kushor, her early 20’s...
Whether we want to admit it or not, we’ve probably all experienced a period in our lives when our finances were quite royally f*cked. Melissa Browne is an entrepreneur, accountant, financial advisor, author, speaker and self-confessed shoe addict who wants to share her financial wisdom with Gen X and Y...
From luxury skincare to stationary inspired by Hollywood icons we’ve hand picked a selection of this season’s most covetable pieces. Escentual For a signature scent perfume Prada’s La Femme is a great choice. La Femme is a floral and feminine fragrance that pays homage to the frangipani flower, with spicy...
Gin Wigmore’s new album Ivory is dropping April 6 and already Wigmore has released a slew of empowering tunes from the new album as part of her #GirlGang project. The singer teamed up with five different inspiring female artists to create original pieces of art inspired by each of the...
Take a closer look at the intricacy and fragility of human connections – from friendships to relationships to families, these are some of our top reads that deal with the human connections we all have. Women In Sunlight Frances Mayes Women in Sunlight revolves around the life of three women...
An all-female heist team, wise-cracking superheroes and more, as we give you the rundown on the movies worth seeing throughout May and June. Ocean’s 8 “For three-and-a-half weeks, the Met will be hosting its annual ball and we are going to rob it.” This is Debbie Ocean’s (played by...
Oprah Winfrey on the role that took 56 years to come to light. Interview and images courtesy of Disney. It has been 56 years since the sci-fi novel, A Wrinkle In Time first made its way onto the bookshelves of young people around the world – and in 2018, the...
So far 2018 has shaped up to be a pretty exciting year for fresh music from a lot of our favourite artists and the excitement hasn’t stopped yet! Here’s the latest albums you need to look into plus the Kiwi musicians set to release some new tracks. James Bay Electric...
Winter may be coming, but that doesn’t mean you have to hibernate until September – here’s the hottest events throughout May and June. May Auckland Writers Festival Aotea Centre, May 15 – May 20 The Auckland Writers Festival returns for 2018 – and over 200 of the world’s best authors will...
Brand Manager (local Roast & Ground coffee portfolio at JDE) and volunteer I’d name my autobiography: Love, Life and Laksa. To me success means: Doing and achieving what’s important to me. Best advice I’ve been given: Is actually a quote by Maya Angelou that I discovered a wee while back...
COO and Co-Founder of Kami I’d name my autobiography: “A Woman on a Mission.” To me success means: Peace of mind and knowing that I have made a difference in the world. Best advice I’ve been given: Don’t let others dictate who you are and who you will become. I...
Co-Owner of Matakana SuperFoods I’d name my autobiography: “Better to be kind than right” To me success means: Getting the important things right. And for me, the most important things are the relationships I have with the people in my life –my family, friends and employees. Best advice I’ve been...
Co-Owner and Designer of Loobie’s Story I’d name my autobiography: ‘The Path Less Travelled’, as this not only reflects the inspiration for our A/W18 collection but the is the inspiration behind the launch of Loobie’s Story eight years ago. To me success means: Loving what you do, and being […]
On February 16 2018, M2woman hosted its first ever Journey To Excellence panel where we discussed gender diversity and pay parity in the workplace – one point that did arise, however, was the need for women to empower and help each other. We spoke to some of New Zealand’s top […]
Charlize Theron has never played by the well-versed rule book expected of Hollywood leading ladies. And her highly anticipated portrayal of a mum struggling with parenthood in new flick, Tully is no different. For those wondering what is more tolling, the life of a protagonist fighting in post-apocalyptic times or a […]
Call it delaying the inevitable, but we can’t seem to let go of any burst of warmth and colour. The vibrant, whimsical illustrated handbag and silk scarf from Christian Dior may just do the trick of injecting sunny, positive vibes into the dreariest of winter days. Styling By Juvena Worsfold...
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Witchery White Shirt Campaign which hopes to bring awareness and raise funds towards ovarian cancer research. Tuesday May 8 marks the day, and Witchery are encouraging Kiwis to wear a white shirt in support of those suffering from ovarian cancer. To commemorate […]
Keep up to date with all the latest trends and news in the fashion world. 90s Child The ‘90s have had a major impact on fashion over the last four years – from baby doll dresses and band tees to tattoo chokers and oversized plaid shirts, there’s something very grungy...
Athletic apparel brand Reebok and actress Gal Gadot are joining forces to empower women through fitness. Gadot has been announced as the face of Reebok’s ‘Be More Human’ campaign which strives to inspire women of all ages to embrace a more active lifestyle. Reebok have introduced Gadot through a series […]
Meet the New Zealanders who are turning their love for all things health-related into lucrative business opportunities. In 2019, the wellness industry is booming – from nutritionists to yoga teachers, there’s now a higher demand than ever before for all things health and fitness related, and it’s not just overseas. […]
There was a time when eating a completely plant-based diet was seen as ‘plain’ or ‘dull’, but with more people choosing to try out the vegan way of life in the last ten years, most of us have realised cutting out animal products doesn’t have to mean missing out on […]
Contraception is something most of us are relatively familiar with but could it be altering our moods? Whether it’s the pill, the implant or an IUD, around 70 percent of the female population of New Zealand are on some form of contraception. Along with preventing pregnancy, contraception is often used […]
The latest products and news you need to keep your mind and body in tip-top shape this Autumn. Keeping It Simple One of Adidas’ newest sneaker offerings is the Adidas Deerupt with the casual streetwear design paying homage to the last shoe the company’s founder, Adi Dassler worked on back […]
From the latest innovations in weight management to the drink that’s being hailed as the new coconut water, we’ve got all your latest food news sorted. Sweet Treats The follow-up to Annabel Langbein’s successful book, ESSENTIAL Volume one: Best Ever Meals for Busy Lives is here and this time, Langbein...
The nights are a little longer and colder now but that’s the perfect excuse for some inside entertaining. To help add some flavour to your evenings The experts from QT Hotels have two simple cocktail recipes that will add some flair to any occasion. Shinsen Martini Cocktail by Jared Thibault...
All of the latest news and pieces from the world of success and business. Welcome To The Future Smartphones just keep getting more and more well, smart, and the Huawei P20 series is being hailed as the superphone that can deliver next-level artificial intelligence. One of the most exciting features...
Give your home the refresh it deserves with this season’s latest homeware and furnishings. Size-Defying Sound The days of having a large and clunky stereo in your lounge are gone. While sometimes the tiny sizes speakers are these days can have an impact on the sound quality, that isn’t something...
Take a dive into the world of underwater photography. Amber Jones has always had an affinity with the ocean – whether its surfing, swimming or free diving, it’s one of her favourite places to be. She decided to take her love for the ocean along with her passion for photography […]
From stunning landscapes to delightful dining options Taranaki may just be the North Island’s most underrated holiday destination. When you hear the word ‘vacation’, chances are New Plymouth isn’t exactly the first place that comes to mind but after it was touted as the second best region to visit in […]
Planning a mid-year getaway or just dreaming of an island in the sun, here’s the latest travel news from around the globe. Capture The Moment Printing out your holiday snaps while on the go has never been easier thanks to the HP Sprocket Printer. It allows you to print photo...
Take a trip to the Mediterranean. Inspired by everything from the Terrazzo of Northern Italy, the Gaudi-esque ceramics of Barcelona and intricate Greek mosaics and marble, stone accents and furnishing are all the rage especially in bold, earthy tones peppered by lashings of citrine and aqua. For the walls: Resene […]
One of our favourite burger spots Better Burger is challenging its customers this Earth Day (Sunday April 22), to eat their entire plate – including the packaging. Earth Day shines a light on the important issue of the amount of waste we create as a society. One of the biggest […]
With Jane Iredale’s GreatShape™ Contour Kits, $99, perfect bone structure and the ideal face shape can be achieved in three easy steps: contour, blush and highlight. Two brushes – the Contour Brush, $92, and the Blending Contour Brush, $95, – deliver precise definition and a buildable, forgiving application, respectively. […]
If you’re a vegetarian or a vegan you’re probably pretty familiar with the humble chick pea and tofu – one of my favourite things about them is how versatile they are when it comes to cooking. While I was sifting through Pinterest trying to find some new ideas for vegetarian […]
All of you organic foodies out there are probably already aware of the super popular organic wholefood refillery GoodFor which opened in Ponsonby almost a year ago. GoodFor have been bringing Kiwis waste-free shopping since early 2017. Their Williamson Avenue store is filled with organic bulk wholefoods that use zero […]
