menswear
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What Star Wars characters would wear if they wore NZ fashion
Read more: What Star Wars characters would wear if they wore NZ fashionWhat Star Wars characters would wear if they wore NZ fashion: a tongue in cheek stylish interpretation of characters in The Force Awakens all in designs by New Zealand fashion labels. FIRST UP… THE LIGHT SIDE Daisy Ridley stars as the kick-ass scavenger Rey who is strong in the fashion force. Rey would definitely dress…
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Designer Profile: Jasmine Kroeze of Pinch & Punch
Read more: Designer Profile: Jasmine Kroeze of Pinch & PunchFor our latest Designer Profile of a New Zealand fashion designer, we chat to Jasmine Kroeze of Pinch & Punch and the launch of her menswear and womenswear brand and website, www.pinchandpunch.co.nz Tell us a bit about yourself and your background in design? I was born in rural New Zealand, after my Dutch parents emigrated…
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We love: Wellington rainwear label Okewa
Read more: We love: Wellington rainwear label OkewaWellington rainwear label Okewa recently released their latest collection Silk and Soul. Like Okewa’s core collection, Silk and Soul stretches from everyday, versatile pieces to sophisticated trench coats and overcoats, making it both function-friendly and outing ready. With the unpredictable Wellington weather especially in mind, Okewa’s raincoats are a transeasonal staple, making them perfect for…
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5 style tips for men
Read more: 5 style tips for menNot everyone is a fashion enthusiast, but when they are interviewing for grad school or a new job, making sales at work, or catching the eye of someone you admire, a good first impression will increase your chance of success. 1. Casual shirts done well Wearing plain or graphic t-shirts and shorts doesn’t have to mean…
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The Week on Thread Episode 20
Read more: The Week on Thread Episode 20How’s your week been? As a mum, I’ve been juggling the last week of the term before school and kindy holidays, with a packed schedule of fashion and beauty events so it’s been busy but lots of fun! Read about ‘The week on Thread Episode 20′ to see highlights of my week in photos all…
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Kate Sylvester smokin’ hot at Marr Factory 2015
Read more: Kate Sylvester smokin’ hot at Marr Factory 2015Kate Sylvester showed a (literally) smokin’ hot show at Marr Factory 2015 tonight with smoke wand-bearing models styled by Katherine Lowe of KatherineIsAwesome blog, sporting “just kissed Johnny Depp” hair by Matt Benns of Stephen Marr and makeup by MAC artist Kiekie Stanners. Pink smoke filled the Golden Dawn pub on Ponsonby Road for the last…
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MAC makeup looks at the Nom*D show at Marr Factory 2015
Read more: MAC makeup looks at the Nom*D show at Marr Factory 2015Check out the stunning beauty by MAC and the incredibly clever key artist Kiekie Stanner’s facechart from last night’s Nom*D show at Marr Factory. DESIGNER: Nom*D KEY MAKEUP ARTIST: Kiekie Stanners, M.A.C Senior Artist INSPIRATION: Music icon Nico from the Velvet Underground’s slept in eye makeup. KEY PRODUCTS: Face: M.A.C Face and Body Foundation with M.A.C…
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Model Casting at NZ Fashion Week 2015
Read more: Model Casting at NZ Fashion Week 2015So, how do models get chosen to walk in shows? If you’re a model aspiring to walk in New Zealand fashion week, your agency will attend the model casting about 3 weeks prior to NZ Fashion Week and designers can choose models to suit their individual shows as the men and women walk in front…
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New Zealand Eco Fashion Week shows ethical fashion with ReCreate
Read more: New Zealand Eco Fashion Week shows ethical fashion with ReCreateNew Zealand Eco Fashion Week hit the capital this month, showcasing ethical and sustainable fashion at its best. As part of fashion week, The Designer Runway event also took place with over 20 international and national designers presenting ethical, eco-friendly and upcycled collections. New Zealand ethical label, ReCreate, was awarded New Zealand Eco Fashion Designer…
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Zambesi Spring Summer 2015: smells like team spirit
Read more: Zambesi Spring Summer 2015: smells like team spiritWe headed into the Zambesi showroom recently to view the upcoming Spring/Summer ranges for men and women by Zambesi and be talked through the collection – presented in a static display on mannequins – by designer Liz Findlay. Here’s what they had to say about their new range, and the photos I snapped on the day. A team…