clothing
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Buying designer recycle fashion in Japan
Read more: Buying designer recycle fashion in JapanBuying designer recycle fashion in Japan seemed to make perfect sense. Here was a country internationally renowned for investing in top labels and also having disposable income and a fairly robust sense of consumerism whilst being obsessed with the latest and the newest. This meant, in my mind, the perfect combination – great labels being…
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Highlights around Tokyo in pictures
Read more: Highlights around Tokyo in picturesSo in May of this year, I packed – very lightly, I might add, as, surprisingly for someone with four wardrobes and a predilection for hoarding, I only take one pair of shoes extra to what I wear on the plane, and a tiny toiletries bag of sample-sized skincare and two pairs of trousers –…
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Collective brings style together at The Columbo in Christchurch
Read more: Collective brings style together at The Columbo in ChristchurchOver the past two years, we have watched Sydenham’s shopping complex transform into a chic haven in Christchurch. Collective is the latest addition to the The Colombo and is the perfect fix for the premises. See The Colombo Precinct on Facebook here. Collective is just that, a collective store where many of the designers have…
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Trendwatch: Vans x Disney colab
Read more: Trendwatch: Vans x Disney colabThey’ve been an iconic brand for many years and everyone grew up with the cool skater street shoe but now they have got waaay cuter, with the release of a colab between Disney and Vans. Much-loved Disney characters are spread across shoes, socks, caps, bags and hats. Check out the grey Mickey Mouse range and…
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moochi winter 2015 collection, ‘Parlez vous Francais?”
Read more: moochi winter 2015 collection, ‘Parlez vous Francais?”Here are our edits and top picks of the entirely gorgeous moochi winter 2015 collection called ‘Parlez vous Francais?” Their editorial shoot was even done on location, on the streets of Paris. So beautiful. Below: Corner cape ($459.99) to envelope yourself in. Wrap the scarf detail around your neck and layer over tops and dresses…
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Street style in Japan
Read more: Street style in JapanStreet style in Japan – what we saw people wearing on the streets of Japan. Above – catching the train to Harajuku, Tokyo, to Takeshita Street, below. The backpacks trend was strong on the sidewalks of Tokyo. Hats, bare ankles with trainers. Also – this loose shirt dress trend was everywhere. Ultra-bright trainers were everywhere…
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Like neutral nails or colourful brights? OPI has it all this season
Read more: Like neutral nails or colourful brights? OPI has it all this seasonLike neutral nails or colourful brights? OPI has it all this season with the new release of its Softshades and OPI Brights collections, at $9.95 each and also available in various combinations of packs and minis which are a good value way to try out lots of colours (mini 4-pack $34.99) from Farmers and selected…
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INDUSTRY NEWS: 19th May 2015
Read more: INDUSTRY NEWS: 19th May 2015In this latest column of INDUSTRY NEWS, we bring the latest highlights in fashion, health, and beauty in New Zealand, at 19th May 2015. Kowtow at The Department Store Wellington-based eco fashion brand Kowtow is joining the line-up at The Department Store in Takapuna.The AW15 collection will be presented live and Kowtow’s designer/founder Gosia Piatek…
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SHOWcase 2015 puts Wellington creativity and fashion on show
Read more: SHOWcase 2015 puts Wellington creativity and fashion on showOn May the 2nd, I attended SHOWcase 2015 – the launch for SHOW – a collaborative approach showcasing (hence the title) all dimensions of Wellington creative design such as fashion, interior, art, textiles. SHOW strives to merge these creative industries with community, lifestyle and designer collaborations. It all started with the mysterious invitation which only…
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INDUSTRY NEWS: May 2015
Read more: INDUSTRY NEWS: May 2015Here’s our latest INDUSTRY NEWS column with what’s new in fashion and beauty for May 2015. Kelly Thompson and Andrew Archer launch UNA UNA is a visual creative studio founded by New Zealand-born, now Melbourne-based illustrator Kelly Thompson and Andrew Archer. “After over 20 years cumulative experience working as freelance artists and art directors UNA grew from the desire…