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Are you and your best friend the new face of Sisters Ridge?

Win with Sable&Minx, Sisters Ridge Wines and Bella ViSisters Ridge wines, in association with fashion label Sable&Minx and New Zealand mineral makeup brand Bella Vi, announce a photo competition with an enviable prize package worth over $3000.  

Introducing Salon Effects™ Real Nail Polish Strips From Sally Hansen

Quick colour, shine and design for your nails are yours in an instant with Salon Effects™ Real Nail Polish Strips, new from Sally Hansen. With no dry-time, no mess and no hassle these nail polish strips add instant glam and style that lasts up to ten days - simply peel, apply and go!   Depending on the look you're aiming to achieve, they come in three statement patterns for...

Win tickets to a New Zealand television first

How To Shop - Part 1

Source: Refinery29   Learning how to shop may seem like an odd concept. But for many women, shopping is a chore rather than an exciting experience. Rather than looking at it as a necessary exercise in modesty, instead begin to view yourself as a blank canvas.  

Style File: Kat Gee

  Kat Gee is the designer behind the successful Kagi jewellery label, born in 2006 out of Kat’s desire to create designer jewellery that was bold and simple, using both real gemstones and real pearls.    We sat down with Kat to talk about Kagi, her inspirations and of course, fashion and style!   Tell us about Kagi and the latest collection? ...

From the Editor: 26 July 11

Well, I have to say it has been a crazy time here at the FashioNZ office. With Miss Natalie leaving us shortly to broaden her horizons in Australia, we have had a whirlwind of a week with another one to follow!   As for me, I've been out and about, meeting and greeting and sneaking and peeking - the new venue for New Zealand Fashion Week 2011 is looking fantastic by the way! And I have...

Hottest eyewear trends for summer 11/12, Win! New Covergirl NatureLuxe

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NZFW 2011 Photography Competition: Lights, Cameras, Action!

  Have you ever wanted a backstage pass to get behind the scenes, capturing the story of New Zealand Fashion Week?    Now is your chance!  

Spring/Summer Eyewear Trends

  What will be the hottest eyewear trends for summer ‘11/’12?  We sat down with Sunglass Hut’s Stewart Walton, Director of Buying - Sunglasses, to hear his thoughts on key sunglass and eyewear trends for the coming season.  

We Love the Maxi Skirt

 We love the maxi skirt – A versatile and user friendly wardrobe essential for everyone this Spring/Summer.  

From the Editor: 19 July 2011

It is with sadness that today I write my last editor’s letter to you, as in a couple of weeks, I am moving to Sydney.  It’s a bittersweet move for me, as I have so enjoyed this role, and being able to immerse myself in one of my favourite things every week – fashion! It has not been an easy decision to leave. I want to thank all of you for your support during my time as...

Summer sneak peek, Mondegreen Sale, Win! Sable&Minx Aurelia coat

Tuesday 19 July, 2011 ...

New Zealand Fashion Week 2011 designer announcement

An exciting line up of designers, which includes the return of leading fashion house, Workshop & Helen Cherry, alongside a long list of talented newcomers, will show this year at New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW).  

White is the new Black

I’m currently vacationing in the South of Russia, and during my travels, I’ve noticed a huge trend of white clothing emerging in both Turkey and Russia, and apparently in the rest of Europe too! While this summery colour isn’t generally known for its slimming properties, the Europeans seemingly favour white clothing over anything dark – especially this season.  

Summer 11/12 Sneak Peek

With winter weather truly setting in this week, in the FashioNZ office we’ve been consoling ourselves looking through gorgeous summer 11/12 lookbooks, dreaming of the warmer days ahead.  Here is a sneak peek at some trends to expect for summer 11/12.