Metropol - 2 June 2016

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COMPLIMENTARY2 June 2016

N a t i o n a l M u l t i A w a r d W i n n i n g M a g a z i n e

THE CITY

Cuisine FOLLOW THE RAINBOW

HOMEboudoir winter warmers

BEAUTIFUL CHORD

FashionLEATHER LOOKSFOR WINTER

STRIKING A

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CONTENTSCOVER STORIES

28 FASHION Leather looks for winter

FEATURES14 LIFE THROUGH THE LENS

34 TICK TOCK: THE SKIN CLOCK

70 SHINE A LITTLE LIGHT

FASHION27 STYLE VS FASHION

32 THE BEAUTY BAR

35 SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE

CUISINE48 DUCK DUCK GOOSE

50 WHERE CUISINE MEETS CULTURE

53 ROASTED FEIJOA CHUTNEY

HOME57 FLOOR IT

62 THE TRIBE HAS SPOKEN

66 RETRO RULES

FRONT COVER

Winter is already winning hearts as it introduces functional beauty to the style scene. Practicality meets pleasure in the aesthetics for the season with an emphasis on texture and layers from top to toe. Think draping scarves, fi tted fedoras and luscious leather.

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hen you need your residential or commercial building or renovating project completed on time and budget, using trade qualified, high quality

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Having worked on a wide variety of design styles, the Whyte team offers you extensive first-hand experience and the highest quality of trade expertise (our team has over 500 years of combined experience), so you know youre in the right hands. And we know how frustrating it can be to deal with poor quality shoddy workmanship, time delays, red tape, budget over-run being let down. Instead, when you choose Whyte Construction youll discover we will do everything possible to develop your project to ensure its true potential is maximised, with professional, hassle-free service that gives you the result you really want without any stress. Building high quality architecturally designed homes, alterations and renovations in the Christchurch and Canterbury region represents our core business.

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CONTENTSCOVER STORIES

28 FASHION Leather looks for winter

FEATURES14 LIFE THROUGH THE LENS

34 TICK TOCK: THE SKIN CLOCK

70 SHINE A LITTLE LIGHT

FASHION27 STYLE VS FASHION

32 THE BEAUTY BAR

35 SOMETHING TO CELEBRATE

CUISINE48 DUCK DUCK GOOSE

50 WHERE CUISINE MEETS CULTURE

53 ROASTED FEIJOA CHUTNEY

HOME57 FLOOR IT

62 THE TRIBE HAS SPOKEN

66 RETRO RULES

FRONT COVER

Winter is already winning hearts as it introduces functional beauty to the style scene. Practicality meets pleasure in the aesthetics for the season with an emphasis on texture and layers from top to toe. Think draping scarves, fi tted fedoras and luscious leather.

65

2 JUNE 2016 VOL 19 ISSUE 11

www.metropol.co.nz

53 CUISINE Follow the rainbow

32



THE CITY



BEAUTIFUL CHORD


STRIKNG A

10

4829

58 HOME Boudoir winter warmers

ph 355 6065 290 Papanui Rd, Merivale w w w . o n e i l . c o . n z

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Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and

correctness of the information contained within this

magazine, however Metros Publishing Group Ltd can

accept no liability for the accuracy of all the

information. The information and views expressed

anywhere in this magazine are not necessarily the

views or opinion of Metros Publishing Group Ltd, its

editorial contributors, freelancers, associates or

information providers.

Metropol is published every fortnight and delivered to

the best addresses in the Christchurch and Canterbury

region. It is also available from many selected stores,

Malls, stands, waiting rooms and offices. Metropol is

subject to copyright in its entirety. Reproduction in

whole or in part without permission will result in legal

action.

Publisher

Metros Publishing Group Ltd

Managing Director

Trevor Laplanche

[email protected]

16 Leslie Hills Drive,

Riccarton,

P.O. Box 9362

Christchurch, NZ

Ph: (03) 343 3669

Fax: (03) 343 3659

ISSN 2382-1841

45,000

Metropol Circulation

audited by ABC

: Tracey PrinceAdvertising

[email protected]

Kate PiersonEditorial:

[email protected]

Production: Julian Laplanche

[email protected]

Emma DyerAdministration:

[email protected]

Wendy CookPhotography:

[email protected]

Kate Pierson

EDITORS

PERSPECTIVE

Kate Pierson

ith Canterbury Fashion Week next week, and our latest cover a fashionable nod to what we can expect from this year's show, I've been thinking quite a lot about the subject.Generating billions of dollars per annum in New Zealand, fashion is

the untameable beast at the heart of consumer culture. The chameleon like nature of the industry keeps loyalists to 'what's hot and what's not' on their toes, and leaves the rest of us who consider ourselves a 'work in progress' rather perplexed.All of this 'threads and kicks' talk has inspired some nostalgic and rather cringe-inducing memories for me as I reect on my style or rather unstylish - evolution. It would be dicult to determine which of the styles I donned as a kid of the eighties and nineties eras deserves the 'most heinous' fashion faux pas title.My obsession with unattering fabrics; oversized, wideleg jeans, and tie-dye leggings with slouch socks spring to mind as does a denim 'cowgirl' styled dress covered in sequins, which I picked up second-hand shopping with my Mum and wore to the point of its extinction. That was a sad day in our household. I also can't forget the pink, patent leather heels that my friend and I wore on girls' nights out. My preoccupation with heeled shoes (no longer the case these days) in fact started at around the age of six when I begged my parents for my own pair of 'clip clops'. I still vividly remember when they took me to buy them. I think I probably insisted on sleeping in them such was the love of these $20 white, pointed heels with bows on.The interesting thing about a lot of the styles we have banished to the back of our minds/wardrobes is that they nd themselves back in vogue when style royalists decide to give them a second wind. Ultimately, fashion is an extremely subjective, personal thing, but I believe one of the best parts about donning something you feel really proud of, is the condence injection. Despite being somewhat of a Tomboy these days, I know I also love the feeling that comes over me when wearing a beautiful garment.I hope reading through some of the not-so-fashionable hallmarks of my youth provides some great conversation starters this weekend as you share some of your own sartorial sins with friends and family.

WThe race is with yourself Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon 2016 Towards the end of last year, donning a relaxed, holiday glow and in a state of blissful ignorance, I signed up for the 2016 Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon.

Its anyones guess what on earth I was thinking at the time, but I was defi nitely disillusioned - imagining myself vigorously training in the lead up to the event and then breezing through the 21.2 kilometres. As the 13th May drew closer, the reality of the commitment Id made dawned on me, and the butterfl ies started to fl y with wild abandonment around my stomach. On the day, as the horn sounded to mark the start of my stream, I felt the adrenalin coursing through my veins. At the three kilometre mark, I hit the accelerator and resolved to run for as long as I could. I felt euphoric in the lead up to the halfway point. I had an inner monologue running over and over you can do this!, youre going to make it right to the end!, I cant wait to do this again next year!It was a completely di erent story at the 16 kilometre mark. Id adopted a far more negative attitude owing to legs that felt like they were full of concrete. I changed tact, running and walking instead, hoping that Id get a second burst of wind that would propel me towards the fi nish line. At one point I was so exasperated I cried out, Im feeling completely defeated right now! A woman a few steps ahead of me turned around with a big smile and said, Dont forget, the race is with yourself.Her words gave me a sense of buoyancy and drive. While I could no longer run, and hobbled up to and over the fi nishing line, her mantra worked its potent magic on my self-doubt. Her sentiment is something Ive thought a lot about since fi nishing the race as it has much broader relevance. On the tougher days; when youre facing a challenge that seems impossible to conquer; or if friends and family are moving ahead in leaps and bounds while your progress seems stagnant; remind yourself that the race is yours and yours alone. As we celebrate the arrival of winter in this issue, the fun challenge at hand is how to live life to the fullest when hibernation mode becomes very attractive. Weve included a number of winter warmers from food to fashion that we hope will spur you on. Carpe Diem is the motto this winter!

Kate Pierson

EDITORSPERSPECTIVE

Kate Pierson

PhilanthropyBy Melinda Collins

While the Christchurch event showcased all the fashion highlights from the new season, and celebrity models, dancers and singers brought the entertainment factor to the runway, the jewel in this shows glittering crown was that proceeds raised from the event go towards supporting families who need to call a Ronald McDonald House their home.

Phil and Tash Murphy and their children eight-year-old Pyper and fi ve-year-old

Tasja are one such family. After hitting her head when she fell from

the trampoline in 2013, Tasja was rushed to the hospital for a CT scan where they discovered a massive brain tumour. We were later told that if they hadnt found it, within two to three months Tasja wouldnt be with us today, Tash says.

The family was sent to Christchurch the next day and, after a day of blood tests, they were sent to Ronald McDonald House where they stayed for 196 nights.

When she asked where to pay and was told it was free, Tash burst into tears. From that moment on, even though our lives had been turned upside down, I felt as though a weight had been lifted o my shoulders. I didnt have to worry about anything at all except my family.

Diagnosed with a rare brain tumour called Choroids Plexus Papilloma that had spread to her spinal cord, Tasja had to have

brain surgery twice before undergoing months of intensive chemotherapy. The family had to stay in Christchurch the whole time Tasja was in treatment, but she is now in remission and living life to the fullest.

There were so many happy moments we had at the house even though we were living a nightmare and that is all thanks to Ronald McDonald house, Tash says.

It was not just a roof over our heads, it was our home.

There were so many happy moments we had at the

house even though we were living a nightmare and

that is all thanks to Ronald McDonald house.

Fashionable

Fun, fashion and frivolity are what we associate with most catwalk events, but for M-Factor Family Fashion Show

last month, it was about so much more than that.

Metropol June 2, 2016 74 April 21, 2016 Metropol

Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and

correctness of the information contained within this

magazine, however Metros Publishing Group Ltd can

accept no liability for the accuracy of all the

information. The information and views expressed

anywhere in this magazine are not necessarily the

views or opinion of Metros Publishing Group Ltd, its

editorial contributors, freelancers, associates or

information providers.

Metropol is published every fortnight and delivered to

the best addresses in the Christchurch and Canterbury

region. It is also available from many selected stores,

Malls, stands, waiting rooms and offices. Metropol is

subject to copyright in its entirety. Reproduction in

whole or in part without permission will result in legal

action.

Publisher

Metros Publishing Group Ltd

Managing Director

Trevor Laplanche

[email protected]

16 Leslie Hills Drive,

Riccarton,

P.O. Box 9362

Christchurch, NZ

Ph: (03) 343 3669

Fax: (03) 343 3659

ISSN 2382-1841

45,000

Metropol Circulation

audited by ABC

: Tracey PrinceAdvertising

[email protected]

Kate PiersonEditorial:

[email protected]

Production: Julian Laplanche

[email protected]

Emma DyerAdministration:

[email protected]

Wendy CookPhotography:

[email protected]

Kate Pierson

EDITORS

PERSPECTIVE

Kate Pierson

ith Canterbury Fashion Week next week, and our latest cover a fashionable nod to what we can expect from this year's show, I've been thinking quite a lot about the subject.Generating billions of dollars per annum in New Zealand, fashion is

the untameable beast at the heart of consumer culture. The chameleon like nature of the industry keeps loyalists to 'what's hot and what's not' on their toes, and leaves the rest of us who consider ourselves a 'work in progress' rather perplexed.All of this 'threads and kicks' talk has inspired some nostalgic and rather cringe-inducing memories for me as I reect on my style or rather unstylish - evolution. It would be dicult to determine which of the styles I donned as a kid of the eighties and nineties eras deserves the 'most heinous' fashion faux pas title.My obsession with unattering fabrics; oversized, wideleg jeans, and tie-dye leggings with slouch socks spring to mind as does a denim 'cowgirl' styled dress covered in sequins, which I picked up second-hand shopping with my Mum and wore to the point of its extinction. That was a sad day in our household. I also can't forget the pink, patent leather heels that my friend and I wore on girls' nights out. My preoccupation with heeled shoes (no longer the case these days) in fact started at around the age of six when I begged my parents for my own pair of 'clip clops'. I still vividly remember when they took me to buy them. I think I probably insisted on sleeping in them such was the love of these $20 white, pointed heels with bows on.The interesting thing about a lot of the styles we have banished to the back of our minds/wardrobes is that they nd themselves back in vogue when style royalists decide to give them a second wind. Ultimately, fashion is an extremely subjective, personal thing, but I believe one of the best parts about donning something you feel really proud of, is the condence injection. Despite being somewhat of a Tomboy these days, I know I also love the feeling that comes over me when wearing a beautiful garment.I hope reading through some of the not-so-fashionable hallmarks of my youth provides some great conversation starters this weekend as you share some of your own sartorial sins with friends and family.

WThe race is with yourself Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon 2016 Towards the end of last year, donning a relaxed, holiday glow and in a state of blissful ignorance, I signed up for the 2016 Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon.

Its anyones guess what on earth I was thinking at the time, but I was defi nitely disillusioned - imagining myself vigorously training in the lead up to the event and then breezing through the 21.2 kilometres. As the 13th May drew closer, the reality of the commitment Id made dawned on me, and the butterfl ies started to fl y with wild abandonment around my stomach. On the day, as the horn sounded to mark the start of my stream, I felt the adrenalin coursing through my veins. At the three kilometre mark, I hit the accelerator and resolved to run for as long as I could. I felt euphoric in the lead up to the halfway point. I had an inner monologue running over and over you can do this!, youre going to make it right to the end!, I cant wait to do this again next year!It was a completely di erent story at the 16 kilometre mark. Id adopted a far more negative attitude owing to legs that felt like they were full of concrete. I changed tact, running and walking instead, hoping that Id get a second burst of wind that would propel me towards the fi nish line. At one point I was so exasperated I cried out, Im feeling completely defeated right now! A woman a few steps ahead of me turned around with a big smile and said, Dont forget, the race is with yourself.Her words gave me a sense of buoyancy and drive. While I could no longer run, and hobbled up to and over the fi nishing line, her mantra worked its potent magic on my self-doubt. Her sentiment is something Ive thought a lot about since fi nishing the race as it has much broader relevance. On the tougher days; when youre facing a challenge that seems impossible to conquer; or if friends and family are moving ahead in leaps and bounds while your progress seems stagnant; remind yourself that the race is yours and yours alone. As we celebrate the arrival of winter in this issue, the fun challenge at hand is how to live life to the fullest when hibernation mode becomes very attractive. Weve included a number of winter warmers from food to fashion that we hope will spur you on. Carpe Diem is the motto this winter!

Kate Pierson

EDITORSPERSPECTIVE

Kate Pierson

PhilanthropyBy Melinda Collins

While the Christchurch event showcased all the fashion highlights from the new season, and celebrity models, dancers and singers brought the entertainment factor to the runway, the jewel in this shows glittering crown was that proceeds raised from the event go towards supporting families who need to call a Ronald McDonald House their home.

Phil and Tash Murphy and their children eight-year-old Pyper and fi ve-year-old

Tasja are one such family. After hitting her head when she fell from

the trampoline in 2013, Tasja was rushed to the hospital for a CT scan where they discovered a massive brain tumour. We were later told that if they hadnt found it, within two to three months Tasja wouldnt be with us today, Tash says.

The family was sent to Christchurch the next day and, after a day of blood tests, they were sent to Ronald McDonald House where they stayed for 196 nights.

When she asked where to pay and was told it was free, Tash burst into tears. From that moment on, even though our lives had been turned upside down, I felt as though a weight had been lifted o my shoulders. I didnt have to worry about anything at all except my family.

Diagnosed with a rare brain tumour called Choroids Plexus Papilloma that had spread to her spinal cord, Tasja had to have

brain surgery twice before undergoing months of intensive chemotherapy. The family had to stay in Christchurch the whole time Tasja was in treatment, but she is now in remission and living life to the fullest.

There were so many happy moments we had at the house even though we were living a nightmare and that is all thanks to Ronald McDonald house, Tash says.

It was not just a roof over our heads, it was our home.

There were so many happy moments we had at the

house even though we were living a nightmare and

that is all thanks to Ronald McDonald house.

Fashionable

Fun, fashion and frivolity are what we associate with most catwalk events, but for M-Factor Family Fashion Show

last month, it was about so much more than that.

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Ashleigh Fish, Laura Hitchon,Gael Chapman

Vanessa Leeming, Jamie and Kade Prouting

Mandy Caldwell, Jonny Knopp, Erica Austin

Wendy Cunningham,Simon Henderson

Alison van Lent, Adrienne Smith, Lynn McKinney, Diane de Wagt Emma Newman, Craig Forster, Kim Chan

Theresa Sinclair, Mark Sinclair,Julie Lassen, Phil Hunt

Chris Williams

On Friday 22 April, the re-owned Wigram Base Events Centre threw a beautiful cocktail party for people in the wedding industry as a way to introduce them to the stunning venue and to provide an environment for them to network. Decorators through to celebrants came together to enjoy a tipple and share inspirational ideas.


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Ashleigh Fish, Laura Hitchon,Gael Chapman

Vanessa Leeming, Jamie and Kade Prouting

Mandy Caldwell, Jonny Knopp, Erica Austin

Wendy Cunningham,Simon Henderson

Alison van Lent, Adrienne Smith, Lynn McKinney, Diane de Wagt Emma Newman, Craig Forster, Kim Chan

Theresa Sinclair, Mark Sinclair,Julie Lassen, Phil Hunt

Chris Williams

On Friday 22 April, the re-owned Wigram Base Events Centre threw a beautiful cocktail party for people in the wedding industry as a way to introduce them to the stunning venue and to provide an environment for them to network. Decorators through to celebrants came together to enjoy a tipple and share inspirational ideas.

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The unique and glamorous Candy & Cuba clothing collection found its perfect match in Quinns and celebrated the start of its exclusive partnership with the store. Portfolio models, Bliss Hairdressing and Kristen Stewart School of Makeup each worked their creative magic to deliver a show designed to sparkle and shine.

Boasting pops of candy fl oss pink and baby blue, feminine frills and delicate beading, garments in lace and silk wooed the crowd and won their a ections. Romantic designs commanded attention for their innovation.

Inspired by the elegance of designers including Oscar de la Renta, Jimmy Choo and Valentino, the ever-talented, Fiona Jackson, designs and manufacturers her exquisite garments in Dubai and the colours in her collection pay homage to the stunning Arabian Gulf.

Jacksons impressive background includes high profi le event management including the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix and the United Arab

Inspired by the elegance of designers

including Oscar de la Renta,

Jimmy Choo and Valentino.

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Emirates 40th birthday national celebrations. Jackson has also rubbed shoulders with royalty working closely with the Abu Dhabi royal family managing dozens of wedding celebrations and private events.

With an emphasis on stylish and accessible pieces, the initial 21 piece Candy & Cuba collection o ers beautiful dresses, impeccably tailored skirts, and shirts and tops that channel e ortless sophistication.

Visit Quinns to immerse yourself in the style experience.

A fashionable institution in its own right, Quinns in Merivale, came alive on Thursday 19 May with

elegant looks storming the catwalk.


It was a fl amboyant a air at Sumner School Hall on Saturday 7 May, as 20 Strictly Sumner locals sauntered

their way onto the stage to dance up a storm.

Inspired by Strictly Ballroom and Dancing with the Stars (DWTS), the philanthropic event attracted a 500 strong crowd who were dazzled with the talent and charm of ten local couples giving their all for 10 di erent charities.

With only 16 weeks to prepare and hit the stage, the couples some old friends, others initially strangers wowed with high-energy creations and complex dance moves as they shook their tail-feathers in spectacular fashion.

Representing all aspects of the community - from builders, doctors and surf instructors through to pharmacists and yoga teachers - the dancers delivered polished and entertaining routines. The renowned judges including former Bachelor and DWTS contestant, Crystal Chenery, and Lisa

Davies from TV1 News, were faced with a colourful challenge of crowning a winning pair.

It was the dynamic duo of Amy Barry and Nick Brown that ultimately stole the a ection of the judges. Barry and Brown burned up the dancefl oor

dancing for the Christchurch Coastal Pathway who hopes to put the money raised towards the creation of a boardwalk ramp for buggies and wheelchairs.

Winning was the icing on the cake of an amazing journey. Over the 16 weeks we worked so hard, and even though it was a competition, we were all there to support each other and just wanted each other to do well. This was well out of our comfort zone, but it became a story of self-discovery and strong friendships.

It was the dynamic duo of Amy Barry and

Nick Brown that ultimately stole the affection of

the judges.

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Lights, Camera, Action

Bikes are making their blockbuster debut at the Hollywood Cinema in Sumner on Sunday 12 June as the second annual Big Bike Film Night steals the show.

Following unprecedented demand for tickets and a sold-out Friday 10 June event, Curator and Event Director, Brett Cotter, committed to another screening on the Sunday. Best get on your bike though as tickets are selling faster than a Bradley Wiggins time trial!

Showcasing a collection of short movies with action packed bike adventure, the evening is a bike lovers idea of paradise with plenty of drama, humour and even a hint of romance thrown into the mix!

The Big Bike Film Night connects cycling fans through the art of imagery, storytelling and incredible fi lmmaking; yet you dont have to be a cyclist to relate to these stories, theres something here for everyone, Cotter says.

The assortment of short fi lms at the Big Bike Film Night includes the compelling stories of two of Americas fi nest road racers, Davis Phinney and Connie Carpenter-Phinney; Britains only Extreme Unicycling Display Team the outrageous Voodoo Unicyclists; three times Single Speed Jedi, World Champion Australian Brett Bellchambers; the colourful female racing cyclist, Mianzi Rei from Germany, as well as the gripping story of Rob Jarman and his attempt on the UK downhill speed record.

This collection is a great reminder of why we love to ride our bikes. Stories that captivate us, stories that make us think, and most importantly of all - stories that inspire us to get on a bike.

For more information on the Big Bike Film Night go to www.bigbikefi lmnight.nz

Showcasing a collection of short movies with action packed bike adventure.

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It was a fl amboyant a air at Sumner School Hall on Saturday 7 May, as 20 Strictly Sumner locals sauntered

their way onto the stage to dance up a storm.

Inspired by Strictly Ballroom and Dancing with the Stars (DWTS), the philanthropic event attracted a 500 strong crowd who were dazzled with the talent and charm of ten local couples giving their all for 10 di erent charities.

With only 16 weeks to prepare and hit the stage, the couples some old friends, others initially strangers wowed with high-energy creations and complex dance moves as they shook their tail-feathers in spectacular fashion.

Representing all aspects of the community - from builders, doctors and surf instructors through to pharmacists and yoga teachers - the dancers delivered polished and entertaining routines. The renowned judges including former Bachelor and DWTS contestant, Crystal Chenery, and Lisa

Davies from TV1 News, were faced with a colourful challenge of crowning a winning pair.

It was the dynamic duo of Amy Barry and Nick Brown that ultimately stole the a ection of the judges. Barry and Brown burned up the dancefl oor

dancing for the Christchurch Coastal Pathway who hopes to put the money raised towards the creation of a boardwalk ramp for buggies and wheelchairs.

Winning was the icing on the cake of an amazing journey. Over the 16 weeks we worked so hard, and even though it was a competition, we were all there to support each other and just wanted each other to do well. This was well out of our comfort zone, but it became a story of self-discovery and strong friendships.

It was the dynamic duo of Amy Barry and

Nick Brown that ultimately stole the affection of

the judges.

ShakeOffit Bikes&

Lights, Camera, Action

Bikes are making their blockbuster debut at the Hollywood Cinema in Sumner on Sunday 12 June as the second annual Big Bike Film Night steals the show.

Following unprecedented demand for tickets and a sold-out Friday 10 June event, Curator and Event Director, Brett Cotter, committed to another screening on the Sunday. Best get on your bike though as tickets are selling faster than a Bradley Wiggins time trial!

Showcasing a collection of short movies with action packed bike adventure, the evening is a bike lovers idea of paradise with plenty of drama, humour and even a hint of romance thrown into the mix!

The Big Bike Film Night connects cycling fans through the art of imagery, storytelling and incredible fi lmmaking; yet you dont have to be a cyclist to relate to these stories, theres something here for everyone, Cotter says.

The assortment of short fi lms at the Big Bike Film Night includes the compelling stories of two of Americas fi nest road racers, Davis Phinney and Connie Carpenter-Phinney; Britains only Extreme Unicycling Display Team the outrageous Voodoo Unicyclists; three times Single Speed Jedi, World Champion Australian Brett Bellchambers; the colourful female racing cyclist, Mianzi Rei from Germany, as well as the gripping story of Rob Jarman and his attempt on the UK downhill speed record.

This collection is a great reminder of why we love to ride our bikes. Stories that captivate us, stories that make us think, and most importantly of all - stories that inspire us to get on a bike.

For more information on the Big Bike Film Night go to www.bigbikefi lmnight.nz

Showcasing a collection of short movies with action packed bike adventure.


Located in the entrance area to the new Scorpio Books shop, in the BNZ Centre at 120 Hereford Street, the In Situ Photo Project opened on 19 March and has so far completed two exhibitions, with its third one, Herstory, now underway.

A solo exhibition featuring the work of Chrissy Irvine, Herstory works on the principle that New Zealand women are unique and all have stories to tell.

Hannah says todays women continue to push the boundaries. They live in communities with a variety of role

models for young women, from engineers and fi refi ghters to nurses and mothers. Chrissys photos are of 18 such women.

The fi rst exhibition, My Place, featured portraits of Cantabrians photographed in their favourite places - anywhere from a tree or a bookshop, to a bay, bathtub, or bar. They were fi rst on display at the COCA gallery before the earthquakes and Hannah selected 23 works from the 68 originally exhibited.

The second exhibition, On Site, began on 1 April and featured the work of two

Credit: My Place King Family

by Bruce Connew

Hannah Watkinsons love for photography has inspired her to

start up the only non-profi t gallery for contemporary photography in

New Zealand that does not sell its exhibits. One of its main goals

is to help establish emerging photographers.

LIVING LIFE THROUGH THE

LENSby Hans Petrovic

emerging artists and three well-known photographers alongside each other. Their work was made in response to the social and cultural history embedded within our land. Shot in various regions across New Zealand that have gone through and continue to go through phases of signifi cant transition, this exhibition questioned our understanding of place and memory.

Majoring in photography, Hannah graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Canterbury and is doing her Honours in Photography this year. The idea for the gallery came from

Credit: My Place Van den Broek by Tim Veling

the fact that as a student she exhibited as much as she could. An artists work looks di erent in a gallery space. It is important for an emerging artist to exhibit, but there were not many places in Christchurch where they can do this, she says.

Hannah then heard that Scorpio Books was relocating back into the central city and that they wanted a gallery in the space next to them. She convinced Jo Hewitson,

of Scorpio Books, that it was a good idea for In Situ Photo Project to be established there, and this was agreed to by the landlords, Nick and Sue Hunt of Lichfi eld Holdings.

This city needs to be thinking about art and cultural spaces, and this is where the sponsors are helping us push the boundaries

and making interesting new things possible.

Of course, as a non-profi t enterprise, it could not function without sponsorship, for which Hannah is grateful to the Christchurch City Councils Transitional City Projects Fund; Lichfi eld Holdings; Andrew Barclay of Colliers International; Fuji Xerox; Greystone Wines; the Ilam School of Fine Arts; Photo & Video International and Karma Cola.

This city needs to be thinking about art and cultural spaces, and this is where the sponsors are helping us push the boundaries and making interesting new things possible, Hannah says.

Credit: Felicity Powell

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Located in the entrance area to the new Scorpio Books shop, in the BNZ Centre at 120 Hereford Street, the In Situ Photo Project opened on 19 March and has so far completed two exhibitions, with its third one, Herstory, now underway.

A solo exhibition featuring the work of Chrissy Irvine, Herstory works on the principle that New Zealand women are unique and all have stories to tell.

Hannah says todays women continue to push the boundaries. They live in communities with a variety of role

models for young women, from engineers and fi refi ghters to nurses and mothers. Chrissys photos are of 18 such women.

The fi rst exhibition, My Place, featured portraits of Cantabrians photographed in their favourite places - anywhere from a tree or a bookshop, to a bay, bathtub, or bar. They were fi rst on display at the COCA gallery before the earthquakes and Hannah selected 23 works from the 68 originally exhibited.

The second exhibition, On Site, began on 1 April and featured the work of two

Credit: My Place King Family

by Bruce Connew

Hannah Watkinsons love for photography has inspired her to

start up the only non-profi t gallery for contemporary photography in

New Zealand that does not sell its exhibits. One of its main goals

is to help establish emerging photographers.

LIVING LIFE THROUGH THE

LENSby Hans Petrovic

emerging artists and three well-known photographers alongside each other. Their work was made in response to the social and cultural history embedded within our land. Shot in various regions across New Zealand that have gone through and continue to go through phases of signifi cant transition, this exhibition questioned our understanding of place and memory.

Majoring in photography, Hannah graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Canterbury and is doing her Honours in Photography this year. The idea for the gallery came from

Credit: My Place Van den Broek by Tim Veling

the fact that as a student she exhibited as much as she could. An artists work looks di erent in a gallery space. It is important for an emerging artist to exhibit, but there were not many places in Christchurch where they can do this, she says.

Hannah then heard that Scorpio Books was relocating back into the central city and that they wanted a gallery in the space next to them. She convinced Jo Hewitson,

of Scorpio Books, that it was a good idea for In Situ Photo Project to be established there, and this was agreed to by the landlords, Nick and Sue Hunt of Lichfi eld Holdings.

This city needs to be thinking about art and cultural spaces, and this is where the sponsors are helping us push the boundaries

and making interesting new things possible.

Of course, as a non-profi t enterprise, it could not function without sponsorship, for which Hannah is grateful to the Christchurch City Councils Transitional City Projects Fund; Lichfi eld Holdings; Andrew Barclay of Colliers International; Fuji Xerox; Greystone Wines; the Ilam School of Fine Arts; Photo & Video International and Karma Cola.

This city needs to be thinking about art and cultural spaces, and this is where the sponsors are helping us push the boundaries and making interesting new things possible, Hannah says.

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How did you pioneer these two brand new concepts the cycle infrastructure and the co-sharing workspace?In both scenarios an opportunity existed. I have this problem where I say yes to everything and then work it out later! When youre doing your own thing it can be really tough sure you have lots of wins, but you also have the losses too. It can be tough when you dont have someone to share that with when youre starting out. If you look at graphs of entrepreneurship and what people experience, its like a rollercoaster as youre upping and downing the whole way.

How does the bikesharing work? The bikeshare project took three years to get to the launch date in August 2015. Weve added a sixth station at the Bus Interchange as part of the two year pilot. Initially we crowdfunded the project and now we have Spark backing it. There have been 5,000 trips since we launched, which is really good. Weve got a lot of locals using it to get to meetings across town and we are working with the University of Canterbury on data to help us put together a case for what this might look like in the long-term.

RideYou dont need to wander far around the CBD to spot a tangible manifestation of Robs talent from

his Next Bike cycle infrastructure (www.nextbike.co.nz) Spark Bikes helping people get from A to B

around the city, to his co-sharing workspaces, C Lab (www.c-lab.co.nz) and Quad

(www.quadcowork.nz). Metropol talks with Henderson about his entrepreneurial ride to date.

What does a co-sharing workspace mean for Christchurch? One of the things I didnt realise is that when you start up a co-sharing workspace you end up with more than just people around you - you have a community. There is also great collaboration and you end up helping each other. For freelancers and aspiring creatives sometimes its just about getting out of the house and being a part of this workspace community to fi nd that a problem shared is a problem halved. People fi nd they are experiencing similar struggles and can share in each other successes. When we started C Lab (together with local IT company Trineo) it was an accessory to other things and it wasnt about making a profi t. For me its about watching people do well. The interesting thing has been around curating a community of people. A lot of people get in touch and want to work there.

How do you manage the challenges and any potential naysayers when youre an entrepreneur trying to break new ground? There is sometimes an element of that [naysayers], but there is no gain in focusing on people who arent keen to support or are negative about what you are doing. Although it can be generational at times, I do believe that people in Christchurch are more open to new ideas and excited about the future.

What is your view on the future of Christchurch and its potential? This is a city of opportunity and there are opportunities now that wouldnt have existed pre-earthquakes. I believe its about navigating old school and new school thinking and fi nding enthusiastic people and sticking with them. The struggle might be real, but thats what its all about. Its about trying something new. If it was easy, everyone would be doing it!

What motivates you on a daily basis? I think a lot of the time people only see the success at face value without understanding all of the struggle behind it. Im happy to say we had a lot of business and community support with the bikeshare project. Im grateful for the public and political support and friends and family. Equally though, Im spurred on by people saying nows not a good time to start a new idea. I like to fi nd a way to make it happen!

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Theres no escaping the raw power of fi rst impressions, especially when it comes to selling your home, says Denise Pheloung from Creative & Co.

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Twenty-fi ve years of interior design experience and an innate skill at making each home look its best, means Denise enjoys every day on the job. This can be anything from selecting fabric options for reupholstering, creating a complete interior

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The premise of home staging is quite simple to make potential buyers see themselves living comfortably in the home, resulting in a quick and stress-free sale, and an increased sale price.

Working with a range of clients across Canterbury, Denise adds her touch to apartments and sprawling rural homes, houses which are lived in, or empty new builds. Homes are de-cluttered, living

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From a conservative, post-Victorian city to a bold and innovative urban hot spot, Christchurch has emerged as a city that packs a proverbial punch.

Our architecture, activities and now even our art are driving this exciting change and commanding attention, not just on a national level, but now an international one as burgeoning tourism numbers enable us to play host to an increasing number of high profi le international acts.

Christchurch is one of only two places in the Southern Hemisphere to host British international artist and fi lmmaker John Akomfrahs Vertigo Sea. His fi lms have been included in international fi lm festivals such as Cannes, Toronto, and Sundance and he has recently been shortlisted for the Artes Mundi 7 prize.

Arts Mundi is an internationally focused arts organisation that identifi es, recognises and supports contemporary visual artists. It is best known for its biennial international prize and exhibition, which takes place in Cardi .

Now showing at Christchurchs Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA) Toi Moroki gallery, the cutting edge, three-screen video installation was described by international art magazine Art

Review as a stand out.A 48-min long exploration of the seas integral

role in the troubled histories of slavery and whaling, Vertigo Sea fuses archival material, readings from classical sources, and newly shot footage, to highlight the greed, horror, and cruelty of the whaling industry, which is juxtaposed against scenes of the many generations of migrants and refugees crossing the ocean for a better life.

Bridget Rewetis exhibition Tirohanga showing alongside Vertigo Sea at CoCA is tied specifi cally to the land of Aotearoa. It takes the narratives of Bridgets Iwi at Tauranga Moana as a starting point to explore our understanding of the land and landscape.

Her fi lms challenge the idea of the wild; untamed; sublime landscape, as fi rst told by the 18th century European migrants, o ering an alternate perspective from Te Ao Mori through its quiet observation.

The two installations are now showing for free at independent, not-for-profi t gallery CoCA until 7 August 2016.

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By Melinda Collins

From a conservative, post-Victorian city to a bold and innovative urban hot spot, Christchurch has emerged as a city that packs a proverbial punch.

Our architecture, activities and now even our art are driving this exciting change and commanding attention, not just on a national level, but now an international one as burgeoning tourism numbers enable us to play host to an increasing number of high profi le international acts.

Christchurch is one of only two places in the Southern Hemisphere to host British international artist and fi lmmaker John Akomfrahs Vertigo Sea. His fi lms have been included in international fi lm festivals such as Cannes, Toronto, and Sundance and he has recently been shortlisted for the Artes Mundi 7 prize.

Arts Mundi is an internationally focused arts organisation that identifi es, recognises and supports contemporary visual artists. It is best known for its biennial international prize and exhibition, which takes place in Cardi .

Now showing at Christchurchs Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA) Toi Moroki gallery, the cutting edge, three-screen video installation was described by international art magazine Art

Review as a stand out.A 48-min long exploration of the seas integral

role in the troubled histories of slavery and whaling, Vertigo Sea fuses archival material, readings from classical sources, and newly shot footage, to highlight the greed, horror, and cruelty of the whaling industry, which is juxtaposed against scenes of the many generations of migrants and refugees crossing the ocean for a better life.

Bridget Rewetis exhibition Tirohanga showing alongside Vertigo Sea at CoCA is tied specifi cally to the land of Aotearoa. It takes the narratives of Bridgets Iwi at Tauranga Moana as a starting point to explore our understanding of the land and landscape.

Her fi lms challenge the idea of the wild; untamed; sublime landscape, as fi rst told by the 18th century European migrants, o ering an alternate perspective from Te Ao Mori through its quiet observation.

The two installations are now showing for free at independent, not-for-profi t gallery CoCA until 7 August 2016.

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On Friday 29 April, The Cashmere Club was brought to life with a womens fundraising event for Reclaim Another Woman (RAW) Charitable Trust featuring an inspirational talk from Annah Stretton. The heart-warming, charitable trust helps women in need to rehabilitate their lives.


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Rubbing shoulders with some equally grandiose identities including the Isaac Theatre Royal, the brand new Piano Centre for Music and the Arts - The Piano - will stand in all its elegant and philanthropic glory in the new performing arts precinct. Four grand pianos will fi nd a home in the beautiful space.

Available for community and commercial rental, the start-of-the-art building will provide an ambience and acoustical magic like no other. The centres vision is to provide a place for performers ranging from the professional through to aspiring.

The leading-edge technologist working on these components is Rueben Bijl who says, All of the technical components in the building are designed to be easy to use for a wide range of visitors. The concert hall has preconfi gured lighting and

audio setups for typical concert scenarios so that an event can be run without requiring additional in-house sta .

The building has full access control systems, which means that performers can easily hire a room, or use a space for a rehearsal for a short period of time and have certainty around the ability to access them while maintaining good security for The Piano. There is also Wifi throughout the building for visitors and teachers.

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The concert hall has been designed to control the temperature in half degree increments so that it can be raised or lowered without making an audible sound, Reuben comments of the space. This is confi gured alongside a concert booking so that the temperature will be just right when people arrive.

With 50 bookings already in place including the Writers Festival, Anna Coddington (Fly My Pretties), Indian Ink Theatre Company and New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Piano Centre Director Bronwyn Bijl says, We are very, very proud of what we have achieved.


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FUN, FANCY, PHILANTHROPY On Thursday 14 April, Mashina Lounge at the Christchurch Casino played glamourous host to the Noir Et Blanc charity poker event. SPCA Animal Care Manager, Rebecca Dobson, was front and centre stage as she won the fi nal hand of the tournament.


Jess Bigwood, Brooke Henderson, Laura Le-Comte

Kirsty Brown, Chris Mintern,Andrea McSweeney

Mike King, Stuart AndersonVicki Denley,Don McKenzieRob Allsop, Ali Jones

Clare Wilkinson, Geoff Smith, Teresa Sime Tom King, Donna Hughes, Darren TaitHamish Fryer, Justine Smith,Jeff Bigwood

David Lynch,Laura Wells

EPICEntertainment

Greg Cooper, Renee Jones,Frank Burgess

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The winner of eight Tony awards and four Olivier Awards, including best musical, Hairspray is the wonderful musical about to wow

Christchurch with its comedy and big hair.

Hairspray is the second of this years productions by Showbiz Christchurch following the sell-out success of Mamma Mia! Hairspray is the musical with a heart as big as a beehive! Manager of Showbiz Christchurch, Michael Bayly, says.

It take us back to the 1960s, to Baltimore USA, with music capturing a melting pot of American styles from Doo-Wop and Rock and Roll through to early Motown. Audiences should get set for a high energy and joyous feel-good musical ride that will have them reaching for a bumper can of ultra-hold hairspray.

The story of Hairspray revolves around plump teenager, Tracy Turnblad, whose dream is to dance on The Corny Collins Show, a local Baltimore dance programme. When she wins a role on the show, Tracy becomes a celebrity overnight and meets a colourful array of characters. She also seeks to right the injustices of segregation on the TV show using the power of music and big hair.

In 2007, Hairspray was released as a highly successful movie with a stellar cast including - most famously - John Travolta in an unforgettable performance as Edna Turnblad, Tracys overweight mother and agent. On December this year, Hairspray will be staged live on NBC television in the USA. That just demonstrates

Its a theatrical experience not to be missed. the ongoing popularity of this musical, Michael says. Its a theatrical experience not to be missed.

Season dates are 8 to 18 June including evening performances at 7.30pm; Saturday matinees from 2pm on 11 and 18 June; a Sunday matinee at 4pm on 12 June. Visit www.showbiz.org.nz.

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CELEBRATING SUSTAINABILITY On Wednesday 11 May, Enviro-Mark Solutions hosted an evening event to celebrate Ricoh New Zealands signifi cant sustainability achievements including their ongoing carboNZero certifi cation.

Photos by Jane Wyles Photography

Paul Barrett, Neil Gilbert, Tony Sellin

Craig Mennie, Ian Falconer

Stu McKenzie, Ceisha Poirot, Warren Riley

Maureen McCloy, Nick Steel

Greg Jones, Daniel van der Starre, Kathleen Hill, Duane Smithson, Richard Gordon

John Blanchet,Kieran Brewster

Daniel van der Starre, Deputy Mayor Vicki Buck, Kathleen Hill, Duane Smithson

Duane Smithson,Richard Gordon Rachel Teen, De Hawker, Bronwyn Cook


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FUN, FANCY, PHILANTHROPY On Thursday 14 April, Mashina Lounge at the Christchurch Casino played glamourous host to the Noir Et Blanc charity poker event. SPCA Animal Care Manager, Rebecca Dobson, was front and centre stage as she won the fi nal hand of the tournament.


Jess Bigwood, Brooke Henderson, Laura Le-Comte

Kirsty Brown, Chris Mintern,Andrea McSweeney

Mike King, Stuart AndersonVicki Denley,Don McKenzieRob Allsop, Ali Jones

Clare Wilkinson, Geoff Smith, Teresa Sime Tom King, Donna Hughes, Darren TaitHamish Fryer, Justine Smith,Jeff Bigwood

David Lynch,Laura Wells

EPICEntertainment

Greg Cooper, Renee Jones,Frank Burgess

LIGHTS, CAMERA

The winner of eight Tony awards and four Olivier Awards, including best musical, Hairspray is the wonderful musical about to wow

Christchurch with its comedy and big hair.

Hairspray is the second of this years productions by Showbiz Christchurch following the sell-out success of Mamma Mia! Hairspray is the musical with a heart as big as a beehive! Manager of Showbiz Christchurch, Michael Bayly, says.

It take us back to the 1960s, to Baltimore USA, with music capturing a melting pot of American styles from Doo-Wop and Rock and Roll through to early Motown. Audiences should get set for a high energy and joyous feel-good musical ride that will have them reaching for a bumper can of ultra-hold hairspray.

The story of Hairspray revolves around plump teenager, Tracy Turnblad, whose dream is to dance on The Corny Collins Show, a local Baltimore dance programme. When she wins a role on the show, Tracy becomes a celebrity overnight and meets a colourful array of characters. She also seeks to right the injustices of segregation on the TV show using the power of music and big hair.

In 2007, Hairspray was released as a highly successful movie with a stellar cast including - most famously - John Travolta in an unforgettable performance as Edna Turnblad, Tracys overweight mother and agent. On December this year, Hairspray will be staged live on NBC television in the USA. That just demonstrates

Its a theatrical experience not to be missed. the ongoing popularity of this musical, Michael says. Its a theatrical experience not to be missed.

Season dates are 8 to 18 June including evening performances at 7.30pm; Saturday matinees from 2pm on 11 and 18 June; a Sunday matinee at 4pm on 12 June. Visit www.showbiz.org.nz.

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CELEBRATING SUSTAINABILITY On Wednesday 11 May, Enviro-Mark Solutions hosted an evening event to celebrate Ricoh New Zealands signifi cant sustainability achievements including their ongoing carboNZero certifi cation.

Photos by Jane Wyles Photography

Paul Barrett, Neil Gilbert, Tony Sellin

Craig Mennie, Ian Falconer

Stu McKenzie, Ceisha Poirot, Warren Riley

Maureen McCloy, Nick Steel

Greg Jones, Daniel van der Starre, Kathleen Hill, Duane Smithson, Richard Gordon

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www.charmed owers.co.nz

Decora Chant Waterproof boot. Colours Black, Brown sugar, Mocha

RRP $349Great for the sports elds or around

town this waterproof boot is so comfortable and warm Inside zipper

for easy o and on with a Faux fur collar. Merrell air cushion in heel absorbs shock and adds stability

www.Merrell.co.nz

BALL, FORMAL + EVENING WEARNever show up in the same dress

as someone else.Park Avenue Fashions

363 Lincoln Road, Addington.Ph. 374 5858.

www.parkavenue.co.nz

Adding the edgeRepertoire Brigade Jacket

$379.90Available from

Repertoire in The Colombo Mall363 Colombo Street, Sydenham

Ph. 366 1200www.repertoire.co.nz

Its cold, so take comfort in the latest luxe Untouched World AW16 knits for men and women, and make

winter a whole lot warmer.Untouched World

Flagship Store and Caf:155 Roydvale Avenue, Ph: 357 9399

Untouched World Re:START Store: N13/96 Oxford Tce, Ph: 365 9533

www.untouchedworld.com

Bec & BridgeAngel Trail long

sleeve dress $259Available instore or

online fromRaw NovaThe TanneryPh. 389 8704

www.rawnova.co.nz

Random roll neck sweater styled with Random midi pleat skirt.

Fredrick Ashley Fendalton Mall, Memorial Ave. Phone: 03 351 5892 Open 7 days

Pretty in Pink... 1960s Lace Dress,Plaid Wool Coat and Velvet Hat.

Winter style atMadam Butter ys

Vintage Style Boutique477 Ferry Rd, Woolston

Ph. 0274 594 052

It was the iconic French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent who once said, Fashions fade, style is eternal.

So how do we create this sense of personal style that is ours and ours alone? While I love fashion, I am certainly not its slave, and prize personal style above all else. But for the uninitiated, how do you create a style that is unique to you and you alone?

One particular style icon who has only been recognised as such in her later years 90-something, New Yorker Iris Apfel who said, Fashion you can buy, but style you possess - serves as an inspiration to generations of women of all ages.

Teaming the most outrageous and eclectic pieces found at fl ea markets, chintzy bargain basement stores, and vintage boutiques, Iris is living proof that style is not a refl ection of how much money you spend. It can be a joyous

amalgamation of handcrafted and mass produced and high-end and low-end cutting edge fashion, as well as second-hand treasures.

To have style, you have to know who you are, what you can carry, what youre comfortable with, what you can a ord, what makes you happy, Iris says.

Take a leaf out of Iris book, and combat the sea of sameness you fi nd at high street shops and malls by digging deep into the treasure troves that only second hand shopping can give. Look out for that one-o , diamond-in-the-rough piece that will make you stand out in the crowd.

Even if you love well-made designer clothing and can a ord the high price tags, sometimes its the chunky wool poncho that looks like it was hand knitted by your grandmother, or the kitsch mid-century

souvenir silk scarf from Milan you wont fi nd anywhere else that makes an outfi t your own. These types of treasures are truly priceless and

add oodles of character to an otherwise soulless ensemble.

As Iris says, The key to style is learning who you are...Theres no road map to style. Its about self expression and, above all, attitude.

We couldnt agree more.

VS.STYLE

FASHIONBY MAJKA KAISER

FFASHION & STYLE HEAASHION & STYLE HEALLTH & BETH & BEAAUTY MAKEUTY MAKEOOVER KIDZONE VER KIDZONE FFASHION NZASHION NZ


WE GIVE YOU MORE!You order, we send, theyre happy...

Fresh NZ grown owers. Best value Christchurch orist, our creations are hand

crafted, beautifully arranged and full of owers.

Charmed Flowers7 OShannessey Place, Addington

and at Collective, The ColomboPh. 348 8346.

www.charmed owers.co.nz

Decora Chant Waterproof boot. Colours Black, Brown sugar, Mocha

RRP $349Great for the sports elds or around

town this waterproof boot is so comfortable and warm Inside zipper

for easy o and on with a Faux fur collar. Merrell air cushion in heel absorbs shock and adds stability

www.Merrell.co.nz

BALL, FORMAL + EVENING WEARNever show up in the same dress

as someone else.Park Avenue Fashions

363 Lincoln Road, Addington.Ph. 374 5858.

www.parkavenue.co.nz

Adding the edgeRepertoire Brigade Jacket

$379.90Available from

Repertoire in The Colombo Mall363 Colombo Street, Sydenham

Ph. 366 1200www.repertoire.co.nz

Its cold, so take comfort in the latest luxe Untouched World AW16 knits for men and women, and make

winter a whole lot warmer.Untouched World

Flagship Store and Caf:155 Roydvale Avenue, Ph: 357 9399

Untouched World Re:START Store: N13/96 Oxford Tce, Ph: 365 9533

www.untouchedworld.com

Bec & BridgeAngel Trail long

sleeve dress $259Available instore or

online fromRaw NovaThe TanneryPh. 389 8704

www.rawnova.co.nz

Random roll neck sweater styled with Random midi pleat skirt.

Fredrick Ashley Fendalton Mall, Memorial Ave. Phone: 03 351 5892 Open 7 days

Pretty in Pink... 1960s Lace Dress,Plaid Wool Coat and Velvet Hat.

Winter style atMadam Butter ys

Vintage Style Boutique477 Ferry Rd, Woolston

Ph. 0274 594 052

It was the iconic French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent who once said, Fashions fade, style is eternal.

So how do we create this sense of personal style that is ours and ours alone? While I love fashion, I am certainly not its slave, and prize personal style above all else. But for the uninitiated, how do you create a style that is unique to you and you alone?

One particular style icon who has only been recognised as such in her later years 90-something, New Yorker Iris Apfel who said, Fashion you can buy, but style you possess - serves as an inspiration to generations of women of all ages.

Teaming the most outrageous and eclectic pieces found at fl ea markets, chintzy bargain basement stores, and vintage boutiques, Iris is living proof that style is not a refl ection of how much money you spend. It can be a joyous

amalgamation of handcrafted and mass produced and high-end and low-end cutting edge fashion, as well as second-hand treasures.

To have style, you have to know who you are, what you can carry, what youre comfortable with, what you can a ord, what makes you happy, Iris says.

Take a leaf out of Iris book, and combat the sea of sameness you fi nd at high street shops and malls by digging deep into the treasure troves that only second hand shopping can give. Look out for that one-o , diamond-in-the-rough piece that will make you stand out in the crowd.

Even if you love well-made designer clothing and can a ord the high price tags, sometimes its the chunky wool poncho that looks like it was hand knitted by your grandmother, or the kitsch mid-century

souvenir silk scarf from Milan you wont fi nd anywhere else that makes an outfi t your own. These types of treasures are truly priceless and

add oodles of character to an otherwise soulless ensemble.

As Iris says, The key to style is learning who you are...Theres no road map to style. Its about self expression and, above all, attitude.

We couldnt agree more.

VS.STYLE

FASHIONBY MAJKA KAISER

FFASHION & STYLE HEAASHION & STYLE HEALLTH & BETH & BEAAUTY MAKEUTY MAK

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