Designing a kitchen can be thought of in two steps, the practical side of where everything goes and how it functions, and the pretty side where you can make it your own with colours, hardware and all the little touches. With the pretty side having so many options, we decided […]
Get your 5+ a day with a good helping of objects inspired by the spoils of the earth. Cheerful and vibrant, have a little fun with this zesty trend that trades classic florals for fruits and veggies. Style Tip. Perfect for an early autumn dinner spread, dress a table end […]
See out the end of summer with a fresh take on an old favourite. With a nod to the “Coastal Grandma” TikTok trend, give revamped nautical decor a spin and allow its soothing effects to wash over you. Style Tip. Quirkiness is key to giving this trend a modern update, […]
Sober AF Boasting about getting plastered over the weekend is so 2019. It’s all about being sober curious these days. Impact entrepreneur wunderkind Lisa King, the founder of AF Drinks, noticed this trend and saw an opportunity to provide sophisticated, high-quality non-alcoholic beverages that cater to this market. She started […]
It’s 2022, we have entered a new progressive age where we are all conscious about diversity and representation right? Well sort of. But it’s complex, even the best intentions can see flippant tokenization of cultures. And while it might be important for the likes of a pan-Asian front to fight […]
Role models are such powerful figures in any female’s life. A strong mother, for example, who stands up for their children, uncompromisingly loyal. A global leader, making a difference around the world, using their voice to tackle change and real-world problems. An actor, appearing in blockbuster films, that uses their […]
The latest and greatest must-haves to see you through the summer season 1. Marigold A new addition to the Sunday Riley C.E.O. collection, Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream, $111, is powered by the gold standard of Vitamin C – THD Ascorbate. Boosted by sodium hyaluronate, lutein and allantoin, this […]
Tropicana meets Bohemian flair in the form of “Jungalow” interiors. A timely arrival for warmer days, this key trend mixes natural textures with lush foliage prints and vibrant pops of colour to bring your home to life. Style Tip. The juxtaposition of rustic raffia against plush textiles gives this trend […]
Linen to Love There’s nothing better than the feeling of hopping into a freshly made bed complete with the most luxurious linen bed sheets. And while finding linen bed sets can be an easy task, obtaining high quality European-made can be a little trickier. That’s where EuroLuxe comes in. Distributing […]
Home renovating can be a pricey and time-consuming affair. There are, however, a number of cost-effective ways in which to get creative and give your home that much-needed refresh without the costs associated with a major renovation. From updating your kitchen to upgrading your light fixtures, read on for some […]
The trajectory of modern New Zealand wine has been nothing short of impressive. From being a country known for its dairy and lamb in the 1980s to catapulting onto the world wine stage in just over 40 years with its crisp grassy Sauvignon Blanc wines followed by its lush fruit-driven […]
Minimalism is an ever popular home trend that is beautifully captured in this custom design GJ’s Hamilton showhome. Designed to emulate the elegance and charm of a modern riverside lodge. Entering from the street, a short hallway leads into the kitchen-dining-living hub of the home. Here your eyes are drawn […]
What’s our WFH policy? Are we losing productivity by not having people in the office? Can I still have some days where I log into Zoom in my pyjamas? Yes, there are a lot of questions for employees and employers at the moment about navigating the future of work. And […]
Smell and Taste Impact A recent study has found that what we smell and taste can trigger substantial changes to food choices later in the day. Scientists have always known sensory exposure can change people’s food choices and behaviour, but this is the first study to show these effects can […]
If there have been any silver linings to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s that office workers have embraced flexible working, working from home, and working in pyjama bottoms and blazers! Employers who had previously been reluctant to allow workers to work from home or flexibly have had to reconsider to ensure […]
Environmental, Social and Governance factors are becoming increasingly important for companies, investors and stakeholders, but sometimes it can be hard to see the wood for the trees. Our Journey to Excellence expert, Mark Lister, Investment Director at Craigs Investment Partners talks us through the ABCs of ESG and why it […]
Over her 15 year career at Penfolds, Zöe Warrington has become one of Australasia’s most trusted wine experts. With a role that touches all aspects of the famous Penfolds brand and winemaking, Zöe is also a caretaker of the history of one the region’s oldest winemakers. Zöe shares with us […]
We all live busy and fast paced lives, so home should be a place designed to help us relax and unwind. But what if you could take that a step further, and transport yourself into the tranquil Palm Springs desert lifestyle every time you walk through the door? The […]
1. Matte Makes Moves Soft and cool with a barely-there feel, Gucci Sérum De Beauté Fluide Matifiant, $92, is enriched with seboregulators as well as moisturising ingredients to create a comfortable shine-free finish all day. 2. Ballad of Light Inspired by the dance between light and water in the pristine […]
All Day, Every Day We all know that sun protection is a quintessential part of our daily skincare routine but what we don’t prioritise is defending our skin from atmospheric pollutants. When UV rays and pollution are combined, they create a cumulative impact and can overwhelm the skin’s natural defense […]
The Grandmillenial trend lives on and gains a new lease on life for 2022. An antidote to white walls and minimalist monotony, this charming, personable aesthetic creates a warmth and eclecticism for any old-soul. Image from the Palazzo collection from Osbourne & Little, POA from Seneca Style Tip: Layering is […]
Struggling to maintain your New Year’s resolution of keeping fit? Lucky for you, a new fitness trend is about to sweep the globe – it’s MMA, but not as you know it. They have rebranded themselves as Alta, a program designed, delivered and promoted by some of the most respected […]
We all have the one friend who’s hard to buy for. Every year when their birthday rolls around, we end up scrambling around trying to find that unique gift because they already have all the latest gadgets or on-trend accessories – and buying them yet another voucher is starting to […]
Apple cider vinegar, turmeric, green tea and bone broth. They are some of many whole foods that potentially benefit our health when we consume them on a regular basis and at certain levels. In recent years, healthy eating has turned toward functional foods and finding the right balance. Where low-fat […]
With Easter just around the corner, heralding the cooler temperatures and shorter days of Autumn, these celebratory holidays bring with them the anticipation of egg hunts, sweet spiced hot cross buns and chocolate-covered bunnies. But for many of us, we find our chocolate obsession is matched in equal measure with […]
Sleep can be a pretty complicated thing. It would be great if there was a little button we could all press to turn our brains off at night, but the unfortunate reality is that is far from the case. What is fortunate is that we have a greater understanding of our […]
Female representation in New Zealand’s largest companies is still a work in progress. Well, technically speaking, it’s an embarrassment. In New Zealand, less than 30 percent of board directors are women and 27 companies – nearly a fifth of all those listed on the NZX – have no women on […]
Dreams. They’re weird, right? When we put our heads down at night, our minds crank out some often absolutely bizarre made up yarn to act as our ‘overnight entertainment’, leaving us confused, scared and often fascinated when we snap back to Earth. While even the smartest and most well read […]
As we age, we become more familiar with our own baseline personality. We know whether we fit into the extrovert or introvert camp. We can put a label to our core being whether that is sporty, intellectual, fun, etc. When it comes to money however, we often struggle to acknowledge […]
When picking out a new car, easily the most trivial but at the same time crucial aspect of the decision is the colour. The shade of the outer coat has little practical function, yet we absolutely factor it in, because if we pick one we don’t like, we have to […]
Hit refresh on the home-front and give your space an update with these new drops in home tech and furnishings. Earth Appeal Those with an eye for the latest in interior trends will have noticed the recent emergence of minimalist Cali-Cool aesthetic. Light and fresh interiors are complemented by raw […]
There are so many ways in which to get inventive and creative when home decorating, that it can become overwhelming, especially without a solid starting point from which to express the desired mood for a space. Fortunately, when it comes to the strongest visual element, colour, we have the Pantone […]
One of the most interesting new interior trends of the moment has to do with the temporal lobe of the brain, which is tasked with organising sensory input. More specifically, it has to do with the olfactory cortex, which is crucial for the processing and perception of scent. This portion […]
When starting a business, or anything new really, our instincts first tell us to iron out the tangible details; What are we doing? Where are we going to set it up? When will we be able to get it off the ground? These questions are often the easiest, because the answers are black-and-white, easy to […]
The world is positively abuzz with interior design trends touting the next big design cue with which to curate that perfect sanctuary within our homes. We’ve gotten all snug and cozy with the Danish concept of hygge, only to turn our attention to being content with not too much but […]
By now, we should’ve all accepted the fact that there is no magical pill or diet that is going to keep our bodies looking and feeling like they were when we were 21. Still, the studies have shown that some diets are certainly more forgiving to the body than others and some are going as far […]
… and why this needs to change. When you hear of a ‘boys club’, most people will be taken back to some form of childhood nostalgia where tree huts or play dens had signs saying, ‘no girls allowed.’ For me, it reminds me of the industry I work in today […]
Do you feel like you are constantly striving to ‘optimise’ your career, home, family? Does your to-do list relentlessly roll over and flatly refuse to ever lie down? Are anxiety and apathy constant companions? Stress, a persistent bedfellow? Are there never, ever, not nearly enough, hours in the day? Chances […]
Natural Confidence Dress your pout with formulas that will nurture and nourish your skin. Widely acclaimed as the world’s best lip balm, Lanolips 101 Ointment Multi-Balm Watermelon, $17.50, is an uber thick lip treatment that coats your lips in skin-mimicking lanolin and natural oils. On the bougier end of the […]
Chilean born Patricia Miranda-Taylor, winemaker at Wither Hills, has worked across eleven winemaking countries before settling in New Zealand. Using this unique global perspective, Patricia shares with us her views on what makes New Zealand wine so special and how we can further cement our position in the world. […]
