Winter is coming, and so are winter collections, in the world of design and fashion that is. In true Coco Republic fashion, their latest drop of tables, cabinets, and other homewares are stylishly chic, tasteful, and consistently second to none. Their new winter collection called the Isabella, designed by Anthony […]
After a year that was rather devoid of red carpet fashion shows, this year’s Oscars was a nice return (if a little off kilter) to the glitz and glamour of Hollywood awards ceremonies. The diverse list of nominees reflected the progressive social change 2020 bought the world, and while there […]
A few months ago, my partner and I stood in line as a bouncer at the door waited for people to leave so more could enter. We weren’t clubbing, we were waiting to spend $500 on a Thai Constellation. I stood outside afterwards, holding onto it with a death grip […]
Your G.J. Gardner Home can be anything you want, and their design plans are an integral part of its story. We have many architecturally designed concept plans to help you easily find a floor plan that works right for you. Our designs ensure maximum liveability through the perfect blend of […]
Huawei is heating up the market with some new releases that are right up there as top-notch value-for-money propositions, offering a fair swag of the winning attributes that make their pro counterparts so stellar but for a fraction of the price. First off, Huawei has upped the ante on its […]
Inspired by the act of adventuring in nature, Kiwi sustainable clothing brand, Kowtow takes the lead of famous mountaineers and rock climbers like Sir Edmond Hilary, Lynn Hill and Junko Tabei for their Winter 21 collection. Taking note of the juxtaposition of explorer’s brightly coloured tools against a backdrop muted […]
Some people are natural-born runners but for some, it is an act of fitness that poses its challenges, be it struggling with a lack of energy, a hectic work schedule or just the mental dread of an impending workout wherein running is your weakness. But no matter which side of […]
It is a compelling challenge for one of the world’s largest intimate apparel companies to balance the delicate dichotomy between a marketing strategy that must encompass a global distribution reach of over 4,000 doors across 34 countries, and the nuances of something as acutely intimate and personal as lingerie. Bendon, […]
Let’s face it, we’re now spending a lot more time at home than we would ever have imagined just a couple of years back, which might well have highlighted for many, the already common challenge of brightening up those darker rooms lacking in natural light without having to go to […]
The concept of “flow” was coined in the 1990s by psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, being that state in which one performs an activity at optimal performance essentially without having to think about it. In Csikszentmihalyi words, it is that zone when you are “fully immersed in a feeling of energised focus, […]
Entrances that entrance and entice don’t just happen by happy accident. There are some design tricks that will make the most of your home’s front door; the first opportunity to impress. Colour It Confident Weatherboards and other cladding materials tend to be either dark or light, so it’s almost obligatory […]
When decades of dedication and a profound passion for the elaboration of champagne reaches a heady height, in the case of Piper-Heidsieck’s then Chief Winemaker Régis Camus, such a moment epitomising the maison’s history, philosophy, style and their heart and soul, would be the composing of their Rosé Sauvage. This […]
The Registered Master Landscapers have recently announced the winners of the 2021 Landscapes of Distinction Awards, which showcase the outstanding achievements and work of professional landscaping practices of all sizes and specialties around the country. The Landscapes of Distinction Awards are the highest accolade of professional recognition in the industry and […]
We all know the importance of lip care. Regular use of lip balm can help with dry and cracked lips, leaving them looking smooth and healthy. However, after-care is only solving half the problem and finding a lip balm that prevents cracked lips in the first place is key for […]
Naomi Osaka, #2 tennis player in the world, TAG Heuer ambassador and M2woman’s cover star this issue (which I’m sure is an accomplishment she mentions when introducing herself) has become embroiled in a media controversy after opting out of talking to the press between matches at the French Open. This […]
It is often when we decide to pare things right back to their essence while being mindful of the quality of those things we choose to keep and how we spend our time, that we can achieve more clarity on what is important in our lives and shift our focus […]
How we define good leadership is ever evolving but each new opportunity for future leaders is still shaped by the legacy of past leaders. Barfoot & Thompson Director, Kiri Barfoot has both a strong connection to the almost one hundred year history to a family business and a new generation […]
Summer just wouldn’t be summer without the joie de vivre inspired by gin and its juniper-lead mélange of botanical flourishes that comes to life in so many classic cocktails. The thing about this summer spritzing favourite though is that it does an equally stellar job of weathering the colder months. […]
The precise intentional art of flat pattern laying a garment design to maximise fabric usage and minimise pre-consumer waste in the fashion supply chain is the driving force behind the whimsical, eye-catching silhouettes of besties and business partners Lavinia ‘Ilolahia and Talia Soloa’s namesake clothing range, Layplan. Since the clothing […]
Chloé Zhao has made cinematic history with her Best Director win at the 93rd Academy Awards. She is the first woman of colour and the second female ever to win the Oscar thanks to her work on Nomadland. We interviewed Chloe about her now Oscar-winning film recently. The core brilliance […]
A kitchen is the heart of any home and while planning your new kitchen can be exciting, there are many considerations. Being the most functional room of the house, a kitchen is often used for many different purposes beyond cooking, therefore it is important to design a kitchen that reflects […]
