Out of Africa
Online today: a preview of the H&M summer 2008 range (left), which the company says is inspired by hot, exotic locations such as India and Africa.
  This is clearly in the Zeitgeist: the same week we receive Peter Alexanderâs latest catalogue (below), which has an African-inspired collection. Thereâs something about Africa this summer, so letâs hope that translates into awareness of the continentâs issues that we, as a planet, can help with.
 Speaking of exoticism, we do have our special on Katherine MansďŹeld, the famous New Zealand authorâand possibly its âďŹrst fashionistaâ, online, for those who missed it earlier this month. The exhibition of her propertyâincluding her clothing, perfume bottles and jewelleryâis still on in Wellington, and we highly recommend a visit to understand the New Zealand fashion character.











