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‘Our clothes reflect the very fabric of who we are and we shouldn’t feel ashamed for giving that some attention’ Some people say that fashion is frivolous and I agree that forking out for unwearable trends is a fool’s errand. But I do believe that what we wear can transform us. The confidence that comes with a well-cut blazer, the joy of finding a dress that meets all your key criteria, how invincible you feel in your ‘investment’ trousers – these emotions are not immaterial. Our clothes reflect the very fabric of who we are and we shouldn’t feel ashamed for giving that some attention. Think of all those precious garments that bring back memories of people and places and moments in your life. When I look back on my…

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MY TYPICAL MORNING AND EVENING ROUTINE… Nothing makes me feel as good in the morning as yoga. If there was a pill you could take that made you feel as good as yoga everyone would take it. I also like toast or porridge, black coffee, and spend too much time on Instagram. Before bed I’m ready for The Handmaid’s Tale, The Good Place and Feel Good, the new Mae Martin show. PEOPLE YOU SPEND THE MOST TIME WITH AND WHY… My husband Tom; Steve, our adopted family member from Syria, who lives with us; and our kitties, Toast, Seymour and Audrey. That’s my nest. It’s cosy and loved-up. Also my right-hand woman, Gina, and my amazing Guilty Feminist co-hosts rock my world. MY ADVICE TO MY YOUNGER SELF IS… Relax,…

THE BELTED BLAZER This will highlight an hourglass shape or give the illusion of a waist to a more athletic build. THE FLUFFY KNIT It’s all about the texture here. The yarn is light and soft, and the fit is oversized. THAT ’70S STYLE Bell sleeves, long locks and groovy prints are a mainstay on the runway this season. BORROWED FROM THE BOYS Pair larger pants and a boy’s blazer with a fitted top underneath to add some shape. THE DRESS SHORTS Park the pencil skirt and try some dress shorts this season. Wear them knee grazing with a relaxed fit. ANIMAL PRINT Go wild this season! Snakeskin is a subtle alternative if leopard print feels too much. THE BEIGE TRENCH COAT A wardrobe staple to the world’s most chic,…

Q: I’m after practical and stylish storage for my kids’ toys. Any advice? A: Look for upholstered pieces that double as footstools, sofas with room under the seats or tables with concealed storage. Just don’t forget what you’ve hidden away! Look for statement pieces of furniture and go for storage cabinets that are compact enough to fit into an alcove, while still offering plenty of shelf space inside. You can style the top with your most treasured finds. I recommend a cabinet on legs – by seeing the floor beneath, you’ll increase the sense of space in the room. Q: How do I keep messy stuff out of sight? A: Pop clutter, or stuff that’s waiting to be sorted or put away, in a basket for a quick tidy-up. Choose…

MAC LIPSTICK I discovered MAC makeup in the US in the ’90s and have never looked back. Ruby Woo lipstick is a particular mainstay. LA MER REGENERATING SERUM A potent treatment for lines and wrinkles. SANTA MARIA NOVELLA BODY SOAP Since 1612, these soaps have been produced by monks and friars in an apothecary in Florence. I have been using them for more than 25 years. SERENITY MAKEUP An exciting new makeup collection from a Kiwi makeup artist.The Illuminating Lotion amplifies and highlights bone structure,while the Black Caviar Gel Kohl Pencil is the best I’ve ever used for ease of application. TOO FACED CONCEALER Like a facelift without surgery! GUINOT EXFOLIATING GEL A gentle exfoliating peel I use once a week to refine my skin. SKYN ICELAND EYE GELS I…

‘You have to make a choice between breaking through it’ Like many of us, Caitlin Cady tried and fell off the meditation wagon several times before it clicked for her, but she says that once it did, it was utterly and profoundly life changing. In this edited extract from her new book Heavily Meditated, she shares how she learned to let go, what it’s done for her, and easy techniques to make it part of your own daily routine. KEEPING CONTROL Terrified of meditating? I know, sounds ridiculous. Like being afraid of a kitten. But on a fundamental, subconscious level, I was absolutely petrified of taking my foot off the gas and loosening my grip on the steering wheel. I was afraid that if I let my guard down, my…

You may have heard it takes 30 days to create a new habit. Well, it’s not as simple or as difficult as that. If you have managed to create a new habit simply by doing it for 30 days, congratulations. Repetition is important, but most of us fail well before we get to the 30 days, and even after the 30 days it may still not be an ingrained behaviour. Whether it’s exercising regularly, eating less sugar, or meditating, even though I know all these things are good for me, and they are all enjoyable (except eating less sugar, let’s be honest), my success in actually doing them on a regular basis is sporadic at the best of times. Why do willpower and motivation evaporate so fast? ‘THE TRUTH IS,…

Fried chermoula cauliflower on herby bean dip with slaw SERVES 2 WITH LEFTOVERS 1 medium cauliflower, save the leaves (about 800g) 2 tbsp ghee or oil Sea salt and black pepper CHERMOULA SPICE MIX 2 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp sweet paprika 2 tsp ground coriander Chilli flakes or ¼ tsp cayenne, to taste HERBY BEAN DIP 240g cooked white beans or chickpeas (1 × 400g tin, drained and rinsed) 1 garlic clove 2 tbsp tahini Juice of 1 lemon 1 big handful of a mix of fresh parsley and coriander, leaves and stems roughly chopped separately Extra virgin olive oil, to serve SLAW ¼ red cabbage (150g), finely shredded 1 green apple, cut into matchsticks 1 celery stick and leaves, sliced 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp…

Bohemianism, I realise, is a bit like acne. You can cover it up, you can hide it completely for a time – but sooner or later it just breaks through. Tonight, my bohemian tendencies are stirring under my currently conventional existence. Friday evenings used to be shabby makeshift galleries, vodka drunk from plastic cups, and chats with my possession-free, art-focused friends. Now I’m perched on an overstuffed grey tweed sofa, perusing flat screens on Mr Stable’s iPad. ‘We all have bouts of wanting to fit in. But it’s a cage’ “Do we need one as big as that?” What I actually mean is, ‘as expensive as that’. While Mr Stable chats knowledgeably about 75Hz refresh rates and D-hub ports, I’m thinking, ‘Couldn’t we just blow that money on a fabulous…

After my mother died, my sister and I had the job of clearing out her wardrobe. It was sad. And not just because we were missing our mum. Her clothes made me sad in a way that was hard to explain. Surely she’d had some memorable outfits? I looked for a purple suede jacket of hers from the 1970s. It had glue stuck on its wide lapel – residue from a “Hello, my name is…” sticker at a feminist conference – probably one where Marilyn Waring spoke. I also had a vivid image of a gypsy maxi dress with African beading. Once she had liked dungarees, hand-tooled leather boots, op shops and beads from Trade Aid. Or maybe I had just imagined that from my childhood highlights reel like a…

A fashion insider’s secret to always looking stylish is the capsule wardrobe. This seasonal collection of core garments can be interchanged with one another to create limitless looks that will take you effortlessly from work to weekend and everywhere in-between. The 10 key pieces are classic in cut and designed to showcase the best of the season, so you’ll always look on-trend, without the stress. 1. THE CARDIGAN Izabel London Animal Knit Cardigan, $119.99 2. THE SWEATER State of Play Carmen Sweater, $139.99 3. THE CORD JACKET Zest Oversized Cord Jacket $99.99 4. THE BLOUSE Whistle Pleat Back Shirt, $79.99 5. THE SHIRT Zest Washed Golden Shirt, $79.99 6. THE BLACK JACKET Oliver Black One Button Jacket, $119.99 7. THE SKIRT Band of Gypsies Good Lovin Skirt, $69.99 8. THE…

Paris THE FOCUS OF THE FRENCH FASHION HOUSES IS ALWAYS GLAMOUR – WITH FRILLS, BOWS AND RUFFLES A FIRM FIXTURE New York STREET STYLE IS CELEBRATED IN NYC WITH DESIGNERS TAKING A SUPER SLICK, PARED-BACK APPROACH London THE BRITS ARE FAMOUS FOR THEIR AVANTE-GARDE CREATIONS WHERE A PLAYFUL USE OF TEXTURES AND MATERIALS IS KEY…

She has been retracing her mother’s colourful life Al-Noor Mosque with its majestic golden dome and the cordon of flowers along Hagley Park was at the heart of the Christchurch terrorist attack. A smaller heart beats in a humbler part of the Garden City. The Linwood Islamic Centre is a simple weatherboard house next to a liquor store across from the Eastgate Mall. Further down the gravel driveway and past an All Blacks flag, the nondescript mosque has its tribute flowers too. They are tucked into the shoe shelves. A multicoloured chair by the entrance looks more like retro chic than religious decor. “It belonged to Mum,” says Angela Armstrong, patting the patchwork leather. Before March last year, the 45-year-old anthropology student at Canterbury University who lives an hour’s drive…

When I started my first office job, straight out of school at 17, I sat next to the delightful Hazel Boyd. She was slim, blonde, kind and 32. She had two children and was married to Gordon. She lived in a lovely house, in a smart area (whereas we resided in a council flat, in a not-so-smart area), and I thought she was ancient. When she came into work one day, and announced she was pregnant with her third child, I nearly had a coronary. People still have sex at 32? I thought I would vomit in my mouth – I found the very thought quite disgusting. I was outspoken, and asked “What’s it like being 32, Hazel?” She retorted, with a shocked look on her face, “You’ll find out…

Design your Make the week go smoothly with a tidy desk and all the tools you need to hand. Here are some of Kikki.K’s top tips for staying organised: 1 Reduce clutter. Keep only your essentials on your desk, and set up storage solutions for everything else. 2 Make space for some things you love, whether that’s a plant, candle or photos. 3 Rather than relying on an electronic calendar, spend a little time each day to manage your schedule in a planner or diary. You’ll have more awareness of what you’ve booked in and will be able to approach the week feeling well prepared. FRIENDLY ADVICE In a recent interview between Sandra Bullock and Jennifer Aniston, the pair got chatting about Jen’s success with her Apple TV+ series The…

PUT ON A DISPLAY Add a natural focal point to rooms by creating a vignette of pieces, whether that be ceramics, glassware, fresh flowers or art. Play with scale, mixing and matching different heights while maintaining one cohesive colour or material. Double up on the decorative and functional value of pieces by collecting tableware, too – serving bowls can be displayed on floating shelves in the kitchen, and don’t need to be expensive to look special. REACH HIGH Luxurious homes tend to have high ceilings. To create an optical illusion, hang fabric curtains as close to the ceiling as possible. The higher the curtains, the higher your ceilings will appear and the bigger your space will feel. MAKE AN ENTRANCE Hallways can make a great first impression, but these transitional…

SPLISH, SPLASH Had a little too much fun in the sun this summer? Combat parched skin and dry strands with these ultra-hydrating new releases. 1 Joico HydraSplash Hydrating Shampoo, $38. This light but powerful thirst quencher delivers just the right amount of moisture to rehydrate hair for 24 hours. 2 Ahhh Solid Moisturiser in Ocean Cruz, $13. Handcrafted in New Zealand using a nourishing blend of natural ingredients, this all-over moisturiser softens and soothes skin. 3 Bobbi Brown Hydrating Water Fresh Cream, $110. Hyaluronic acid instantly doubles the skin’s moisture levels while red algae and fermented clary sage target redness and visibly calm skin. Bonding session From cult haircare connoisseurs Olaplex comes the hotly anticipated No. 7 Bonding Oil, $55. Already beloved by celebrities overseas, this first-of-its-kind, highly concentrated reparative…

1. Pick it and stick it This catchphrase works wonders when it comes to avoiding hangovers (pick your poison and stick with it, mate – tequila and red wine don’t mix!), but is also helpful when talking meditation. PICK IT Before you sit down to practise, commit to a length of time and a technique. Set your timer (I recommend seven minutes as a solid starting place. From there, you can build to 11 minutes, then 15 minutes, and ultimately 20–30 minutes when you’re ready) or tee up a guided meditation track of your choice. STICK IT Once you’ve locked in your plan, stick to it and see it through. Why is this so critical? Let’s say you sit down and think, ‘Hey, I’ll freestyle this today. I’ll just do…

Read: • Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg (Random House, $38). • 9Things Successful People Do Differently by Heidi Halvorson (Harvard Business Review Press, $30). Watch: • Heidi Halvorson’s ‘How Successful People Reach Their Goals’ on proven tactics to get to where you want to be. hbr.org • Founder of Stanford’s Persuasive Technology Lab BJ Fogg’s TEDx talk on forgetting big changes, and starting with tiny steps instead. youtube.com Listen: • Best-selling author and workplace wellbeing teacher Michelle McQuaid’s podcast with BJ Fogg. michellemcquaid.com • Heidi Grant Halvorson on the HBR podcast. hbr.org…

Read of the month My Dark Vanessa Kate Elizabeth Russell 4th Estate, $38 The fine line between seduction and coercion is navigated with all the tension of a tightrope walk over the Grand Canyon in this groundbreaking novel. At 15, boarding school pupil Vanessa Wye falls under the spell of her charismatic 42-year-old English teacher, Jacob Strane. Academically gifted Vanessa is lonely and craving attention, and Jacob gives her what she yearns for plus a whole lot more, crooning over her red hair and fashion sense and lending her some of his favourite books, including Nabokov’s classic, Lolita. Vanessa soon starts having sleepovers at Jacob’s house and becomes convinced she’s been singled out as someone special. Seventeen years later, at the height of the #MeToo movement, another former pupil from…

BOOK: The World That We Knew by Alice Hoffman is both heartbreaking and full of hope. It’s a truly engaging story. ALBUM: Benee’s Fire on Marzz. HOLIDAY DESTINATION: Paris during design week – so many amazing design events all over this beautiful city. It’s my favourite combination of business and pleasure. FILM:: Jojo Rabbit took me on an unexpected rollercoaster of emotions. Thank you Taika. RECENT PURCHASE: Cartier’s trinity ring – engraved to treasure loved ones passed. MAKEUP PRODUCT: Chantecaille’s Happy blush. It’s tough to feel grumpy when you put this on in the morning. GADGET: I splashed out and bought the Dyson Airwrap. It makes hairstyling a treat rather than a chore – one that I’d generally avoided until I got this. FLOWER: Tuberose – for its intoxicating fragrance.…

Our favourite reader letter featured in next month’s issue will win a beautiful set of natural skincare products from Evolu, valued at $255.With a focus on providing results for your skin and delighting the senses, founder Kati Kasza takes a hands-on approach to developing their products by personally blending 100% pure essential oils to create products that deliver a spa-like experience.This prize includes Evolu’s Eye+Lip Serum,Active Age Defence Protective Day Cream SPF30, Renewing Facial Exfoliator,Triple Action Oil Control Clay Mask and their Relaxing Creme Cleanser. Evolu is proudly a zero emissions company. evolu.com To enter the draw to win this great prize, email next@bauermedia.co.nz and let us know your thoughts.…

Melissa Spicer remembers the moment she decided to give booze a break. The 47-year-old went to a party more than a year ago with a bad cold, intending not to touch a drop of alcohol. As the night went on, she found herself slugging back martinis, until she went home drunk in the early hours of the next morning. Melissa woke up with a hangover and a new realisation: she didn’t like her relationship with alcohol. She wasn’t an alcoholic, but she was a binge drinker who found it difficult to put the lid on her drinking. “When I drank, I got to the stage where I wasn’t quite sure what was going to happen next,” says Melissa who is a prop master in the New Zealand film industry. “I…

CATHERINE YOUNG Founder/Creative director, Sparkles the Dog There probably aren’t too many people who can say a supermodel gave them their big break. But that’s what happened to Catherine Young. It was 2006 and the now 46-year-old had returned to Wellington after spending four years working as an analyst for several Melbourne banks. Recently married to Darren Stafford, an accountant she met in Australia, Levin-born Catherine was busy making inroads into a banking career in Wellington. But then a 5kg bichon frise/miniature poodle named Sparkles came into her life. “I wanted to give Sparkles the best care I could,” says Catherine. That included keeping her tiny ball of fluff warm and stylish during winter. “But I couldn’t find any jumpers that weren’t polyester, synthetic or plastered in logos. I wanted…

These skinnies promise everyday comfort. Dress them up with a crisp white shirt. Step out in style in classic bootcuts, featuring a mid rise, slim thigh and slightly flared legs. The hero of the active woman’s wardrobe, jeggings don’t compromise on function or form. For the full denim range, visit thewarehouse.co.nz New season, fresh choices Check out the fantastic range of new and improved jeans at The Warehouse.…

Q I’m 47 and have recently given up dying my hair every other week (the regrowth showed after 10 days and I was sick of spending all my time and money at the hairdresser’s). I’m at peace with my decision, but because I used to have black hair and now it’s white, I feel like none of my clothes or makeup suit me anymore. I’d love some advice! MAKEUP EDITOR Megan Bedford Well done on embracing this change: your new look can be refined, relaxed or of the moment. In terms of makeup, going grey causes the loss of some definition and flattens out your features, particularly if your brows have adapted too. Using some tricks to define your features and bringing back a touch of colour will have the…

Cosy up With the change of season upon us, it’s the perfect time to create an autumn sanctuary at home. Snuggle up with Wallace Cotton’s new autumn 2020 collection – for the cosiest sleep, flannel is this season’s favourite. The super-soft flannel bedding range comes in three wintery designs – Alpine, Snowball and Galaxy. Each duvet cover has a colour co-ordinated stripe on the reverse side for an easy update mid-season, and matching sheet sets complete the look. Duvet sets from $89.90, sheet sets from $99. Available in store and online at wallacecotton.com. LAVISH LAYERING Coco Republic’s latest homewares collection celebrates the natural and timeless beauty of stone. Providing interest and style to living areas when displayed together, the collection includes marble trays, vases, bowls, table lamps, bookends and crystal…

Step 1: CLEANSER Going beyond the bar of soap and even the foaming cleanser we all know and love, today’s options include oils, gel cleansers and micellar-style makeup removers. Switch formulas according to the season or even your skin’s condition on the day – opt for oil or balm when it’s feeling dry in the cooler months and a gel for oilier days and during summer. Beauti Pomegranate Glow Enzyme Mask Cleanser, $105, is a gel-balm hybrid that also acts like a gentle glycolic acid to exfoliate, while Votary Cleansing Oil Rose Geranium and Apricot, $109, and Trilogy Rosehip Transformation Cleansing Oil, $35, are designed to both soothe skin and remove any makeup. Step 2: TONER/ESSENCE Anyone familiar with the Korean skincare routine knows that toner and essence…

Roasted baby beetroot, avocado, cherry tomato, asparagus and halloumi salad SERVES 4 This dish makes a wonderful light lunch or dinner. There are so many textures and wonderful fresh flavours going on in here – all healthy, satisfying and delicious. If asparagus isn’t in season you can use fresh beans instead. 12 baby beetroot, scrubbed and left whole (or halved if large) 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 8 spears asparagus, lightly blanched 12 cherry tomatoes, halved 80g salad greens of your choice 1 ripe avocado, deseeded, peeled and cut into slices 100g halloumi, cut into slices 2 tbsp balsamic glaze, to serve Salad greens, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. Place the beetroot with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, sea salt…

BEST OF BORDEAUX Lillet, the elegant, wine-based aperitif prepared in the cellars of Podensac, a small village in south-west Bordeaux, has been made since 1872. The Vesper cocktail made famous by James Bond in Casino Royale, is not as some would have it a simple dry martini, but a lethal, luscious libation of gin, vodka and Lillet, shaken and garnished with a thin strip of lemon peel. What makes this cocktail so special is arguably the Lillet, which is available in the smooth and fruity Blanc; fresh and aromatic Rosé; astringent Rouge and the premium Grand Reserve. The artisanal Rosé won a double gold medal at the 2018 San Francisco World Spirits competition – a perfectly pink fruity concoction introduced in 1962, and is at 34 proof not to be…

New York, New York From October this year, Air New Zealand is making it easier to get that ‘I heart New York’ T-shirt you’ve always wanted. Our national carrier will be commencing a non-stop Auckland to New York service into Newark Liberty International Airport three times a week, with the inaugural flight on October 29. Although the direct route will be great news for those planning a trip to the Big Apple, travellers will still want to prep themselves for a long haul, with flights ranging between 15 and 17 hours. COOL AS ICE Getting to experience the wonder of Antarctica isn’t something many of us are fortunate enough to do, but Auckland Museum is giving visitors the chance to get up close and personal with the frozen continent. With…

FAKE HEIRESS To her circle of plutey friends she was Anna Delvey, a wealthy German heiress, who lived in boutique hotels, handed out $100 tips, wore designer clothes and travelled in private jets. In reality she was Anna Sorokin, a Russian immigrant who swindled the bejesus out of everyone she met. In May last year Anna, 28, was sent to prison for her fraudulent ways. This BBC drama-documentary mixes straight reporting of Sorokin’s rather eye-boggling story with fictionalised drama segments. STEPHEN FRY’S 7 DEADLY SINS Thought the seven deadly sins were set in stone? Think again! In his new podcast, actor/comedian/writer Stephen Fry lays out the seven “rude and wriggling” cardinal sins on the surgical table to “poke, prod, pry and provoke” and generally have a bit of fun with.…

Yes, there’s something different about me. Two weeks ago, I got a touch of Botox. These days it’s nothing to frown about, but go ahead and frown if you want, because I won’t be able to for at least three months – a nice change from looking like Grumpy Cat. Here’s the thing with getting older (incidentally, don’t look at me for life lessons, life hasn’t taught me a thing except I don’t suit orange), inside you stay exactly the same, while on the outside some very disappointing pre-programmed stuff starts happening and the two things aren’t in sync – in fact it’s this disconnect that makes middle-aged men think they can pull young chicks. Women, however, are more pragmatic about their looks, even if our shop window reflections can…

THE MIDI COAT A classic tailored Midi coat in a neutral colour is a must. Formal in style, the coat is perfect when paired with a longer-line dress or wide-legged pant. Showcasing a bold colour and print underneath allows you to show some personality while always maintaining elegance. TIP: Choose your accent colour from your print. THE STATEMENT COAT Allow the bold colour and unexpected texture of this coat to stand out by combining it with pared-back items. The denim acts as a neutral anchor for the outfit and the tonal jumper and accessories enhance the coat, rather than compete with it. TIP: Drape this scarf rather than tie it. THE WRAP COAT The perfect layering piece, the wrap coat is a winter wardrobe essential. Universally flattering, the coat can…

TERRACOTTA TONES From burnt orange and toffee to cinnamon and brick, terracotta tones are easier to wear than you might think, and suit most people. A top-to-toe tonal look works well in this colour palette and showcases a laidback elegance that is very on trend. TIP: Ruched detailing adds boho flair to an outfit. This is a flattering cut and styled skirt, for every body shape. Due to circumstances, some styles pictured may not be available at time of publication. Styles subject to in store & online availability. Not all styles available in all stores. Garment colours may differ slightly from publication.…

MUSTARD TONES With endless possibilities and broad versatility, mustard is the hottest colour of the season, especially once you’ve worked out which one suits you. Darker shades work for people with lighter complexions while softer mustard tones will complement olive skin best. TIP: Layer the puffer over merino basics to avoid adding bulk. Try out the trend using a print. Due to circumstances, some styles pictured may not be available at time of publication. Styles subject to in store & online availability. Not all styles available in all stores. Garment colours may differ slightly from publication.…