It’s an exciting time for the New Zealand art world. With new light being shone on the creative arts as essential to our wellbeing, there’s an opportunity for the industry to step into a golden age. In 2019 Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said she want

Centuries before supermodels could claim the right to stay in bed until paid enough to do otherwise, the monarchs of France made lounging in bed not only a privilege but a matter of state. When the king or queen retired to bed, or arose, up to 100 co

What happens when icons of contemporary fashion have the desire to create a living environment with the same passion, style and elegance as their fashion brand? Ceresio 7 Guest House is the brainchild of Dsquared2 founders Dean and Dan Caten, who wan

Whether it’s savouring a glass of fine wine or sinking into a good book on a sumptuous couch, everything seems better when you’re on holiday. So why not bring a little bit of that leisurely feeling back with you? After a blissful stay at Black Barn V

Earthy and naturalistic, the rustic look of weathered steel adds a welcoming feeling – and now it’s easier than ever to achieve this rich, storied look thanks to Resene’s new FX Faux Rust Effect. Evocative of Tuscan patios and English country gardens

Make an entrance, and an al fresco lunch to remember, with charming climbing plants. Ayrlies Garden’s Bev and Ben say: “Climbing roses of course are traditionally used on archways and for very good reason, they flower so well and can be trained up an

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Like the forms of contemporary furniture, the right tree can contribute a modern feel to your space. Owner of the aweinspiring Ayrlies Garden in Whitford, Auckland, Bev McConnell, and head gardener Ben Conway say: “Deciduous trees are great for outdo

The Au Thèâtre Ce Soir Fabrics collection from the legendary Christian Lacroix embraces decadence in a domestic setting home. Exuberant and romantic, the vibrant damasks and florals will add theatrical grandeur to your home, while the palm prints pro

Lush leaf motifs, a naturalistic colour palette and a dash of nostalgia create a vintage vacation vibe that will elevate your home whatever the season. A celebration of the outdoors, the joyful new range from Mokum utilises leading technologies to br

Designed to add a sense of luxury and warmth to your interior space, the elegant, eclectic new pieces from Republic Home draw from a variety of enchanting influences. Colour and texture are at the heart of this curation, which combines an intuitive m

An international destination for the arts and a champion for culturally diverse creative perspectives, the Auckland Art Fair will bring together more than 40 local and international galleries at The Cloud on Auckland’s Queens Wharf from April 29 to M

Rain, as we know, is no friend to our follicles. Add in the fact that our winters are now noticeably warmer than they used to be and you’ve got the perfect conditions for a less-than-perfect hair day. But whether moisture and humidity causes your hai

Enthusiasm for beauty trends can be contagious, but this time we admit we may all have overdone it. Sometime after power brows became the new lipstick, styling and waxing bars turned into temples of worship and top-shelf pluckers became (locally) fam

Model: Lily Montana from 62 Management. Hair and makeup: Serenity Anderson. Location: Highwic House. ■

Model: Veronica Crockford-Pound from Unique Model Management. Hair and makeup: Chay Roberts. ■

New Zealanders are famous for commitment to black – not to mention grey, navy and beige – and though dark or neutral colours can be an easy default (and a chic one) wearing colour can be life-changing; impacting your mood, appearance and social inter

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