Make mine MYKITA: Anstice Optometrists

Worn by celebrities such as Carrie Bradshaw, Brad Pitt, and Lady Gaga, a new lightweight style of frames are now available in Christchurch. Only at Anstice Optometrists, the MYKITA frame brand, pictured above, sets new standards in design and manufacturing, with purposeful products that combine handcraft and high technology. From the MYKITA HAUS in Berlin, […]

What women really want: Reinvent Boutique

What women miss most when shopping for clothes in large department stores is the personal touch; when there’s little care or interest shown, it can be a negative experience. It largely explains why women prefer the more intimate boutique-style store for shopping. Nothing can replicate that one-on-one consultation in an empathetic and safe space. Reinvent […]

Be envied and go green

Peridot, spinel and sardonyx are the three birthstones for August. The first of these, peridot is known for being formed under extreme conditions, found in hardened lava and also in meteorite fragments. The preferred colour is a pure “grass” green without any hint of yellow or brown, although peridots range in colour from yellowish green […]

ring, ring, ring

The ring stack is a trend that is here to stay. It lets you freely customise, curate, and make your look your own. You can create a go-to stack for every day featuring versatile ring styles or change up your stack to match your different outfits and moods. Here are some suggestions from jewellery guru […]

Special gifts: Coco Gifts

Why travel long distances to locate the perfect gift when you’ll find endless choice, and exclusive, quality products, right on your doorstep? Situated in central St Albans, just a few blocks from Merivale Mall, Coco Gifts are the experts at streamlining your shopping experience, starting with stress-free car parking, and helpful staff. You’ll be tempted […]

Upcycled bling

A strong trend this season, and a great way to reuse old jewellery that deserves more love is upcycling. Many jewellery or pendant purchases, inheritances or gifts become forgotten but hold too much sentiment to be discarded. Upcycling any unwanted jewels or old gold means a new piece for your collection while being completely one […]