New Zealand
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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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WOW – the World of Wearable Art 2015
Read more: WOW – the World of Wearable Art 2015As a member of the fashion press one of my many highlights is attending WOW – the World of WearableArt – in my hometown of Wellington. I never tire of sitting next to first-timers and hearing them literally gasp, ‘Wow’ as this magnificent show unfolds. This year, WOW was better than ever and I have…
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A lighter touch: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream Sheer and Foundation
Read more: A lighter touch: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream Sheer and FoundationThe expression “creme de la creme” may have been invented for this incredible product; La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream. If you love luxury beauty, this brand will already be a good friend to you. Along with top-shelf beauty brands such as La Mer and Sisley, La Prairie is internationally famous as the skincare cream…
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The Week on Thread Episode 21
Read more: The Week on Thread Episode 21It’s finally sunny outside, which is perfect timing, for the second week of the school holidays. We’ve been getting outside a bit more, and dug a drain (I know! All the glamour!) and some long overdue gardening. Pictured above, I wear my Taylor Swift anchor print Keds from Hannahs shoes, and Karen Walker badges on…
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MACnificent Me makeover collection
Read more: MACnificent Me makeover collectionDespite being somewhat of a tongue twister – and making me say “Maleficent” at LEAST twice – the new MACnificent Me makeover collection from MAC featuring six inspiring people who were chosen from a thousand entrants, is simply magnificent. The public from selected countries around the world (Australia was one, but sadly not New Zealand)…
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ON MY DESK skincare new releases for October 2015
Read more: ON MY DESK skincare new releases for October 2015Oooh, the sun! Sunshine is just starting to come out for Spring and with it, so many cherry blossoms and magnolia blooms. From natural beauty…to the world of beauty products, and there are also lots of lovely new things out right now in skincare and beauty. In this latest column of ON MY DESK, I…
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New from MAC – Studio WaterWeight and Vamplify
Read more: New from MAC – Studio WaterWeight and VamplifyNew from MAC this month come two exciting new products that are quite fresh and unique in their fields, namely, Studio WaterWeight foundation, and Vamplify lipglosses. WaterWeight is unique in that it’s an elastic gel serum formula, meaning fluid and thin formulation that blurs imperfections. Vamplify lipglosses are also a hot new product, as they…
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Serums – what are they and which one is right for you?
Read more: Serums – what are they and which one is right for you?Serums – what are they and which one is right for you? We take a look at some of the wonderful ones on the local market and I outline their points of difference that make each one special so you can see what suits your needs best, and as always, include where to buy and…
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ON MY DESK September 2015
Read more: ON MY DESK September 2015Check out what’s new across my path this month, in ON MY DESK September 2015… Above: Essie Gel Setter is the nail lacquer brand’s new top coat. I found it worked really well, strengthening my nail polish to last for three days without chipping. It can be easily removed with nail polish remover at home,…
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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…