Blonde intentions: Surreal hair and beauty
Making the change to blonde is a big transition and one that should not be taken lightly (pun intended). Owner of Surreal hairdressing, Michelle Marsh, talks to Metropol about her team of blonde specialists who are there to help you maintain those beautiful blondes. First and foremost, the integrity of the hair is the […]
Return of the perm: Hair Art & Beauty
Perms are back, baby! Hearing the word perm probably conjures up thoughts of huge ‘80s hair, but the modern reality is far removed from those frizzy memories. Whether you want a looser, loppy curl or tight ringlets, contemporary perming techniques can create a range of looks to suit your style and sensibilities. Perms can […]
Event perfection: Saints of Tai Tapu
Set against rolling countryside and the iconic Port Hills, Saints of Tai Tapu is not only a picturesque and customised event space, it also brings together a refined selection of sought-after professionals to cater for every aspect of your celebration. The venue: Built in 1881 in the classic early-Christchurch neogothic style, the idyllic events space […]
Style stencilled in: RESENE
Virtually endless in its versatility, stencilling is unmatched in its ability to produce a big effect with very little effort. In this room, stencilling triangular tiles has achieved a casual look with a bit of Mediterranean feel – not unlike the tiles you might find in a Greek or Italian trattoria. Since many of today’s […]
Centre Stage: Harcourts Gold – Au Staging
Staging properties for sale has become more common in real estate, and what bigger endorsement for the practice than one of Christchurch’s top real estate business owners starting a home staging business. Harcourts gold’s Lynette McFadden tells Metropol about her new venture, Au Staging. What is the Au Staging difference? I’ve worked as a […]
Extend your shelf life
Styled well, shelves can be a catalogue of beloved life knick-knacks on show for all, but done with less consideration can appear as a clustered after thought. Rather than being s(h)elfish we thought we would share our top tips to styling your shelves. Book smart: This may seem obvious, considering bookshelves are not new […]
Rattan revival
The appeal of natural fibres in the home refuses to wane, epitomised by the resurgence of rattan, cane and wicker furnishings. Playing into trending aesthetics of modern bohemian, rattan freshens up the mood of any room. Airy and durable, rattan has been used in furniture design for centuries. The climbing vine, which grows mainly […]
Coffee table styling pro tips
So, you’ve bought a beautiful new coffee table. Now, how to adorn this focal point to suit your home? Metropol compiles some tips to help. ALL ABOUT BALANCE Too many knickknacks look cluttered, but too many large items looks heavy. The solution? Balance the small with the large. THE HIGH AND THE LOW Likewise, […]