Cybèle launches promotional film for spring–summer 2009–10
While the idea of a designer creating a promotional film for her collection is not unprecedented, Cybèle might be breaking new ground in New Zealand with Serpentine for her spring–summer 2009–10 line. The film is being launched online, helping the label reach its international customers, such as those in Japan. Designer Cybèle Wiren […]
Miss New Zealand Katie Taylor WOWs Miss Universe with national costume
Photo credit: World of Wearable Art Ltd. For those in the Bahamas wowed by Miss New Zealand Katie Taylor’s national costume, we can now reveal more, since it has been shown there. The eagle-eyed fashionistas among you will have recognized it was having come from the Montana World of Wearable Arts’ show. Specifically, it’s In-Tui-Tion, […]
Vote for Katie at Miss Universe ’09
Miss New Zealand Katie Taylor wearing a swimsuit by BSC Swimwear Thailand. (Photo from Miss Universe LP, LLLP) The shots of Miss Universe New Zealand 2009, Katie Taylor, are probably the best I’ve ever seen of her—and I’m pretty sure that Katie herself is thrilled with them, too. My lips are sealed on some of […]
Branding New Zealand: a discussion
[Cross-posted] I had a very productive time in Christchurch, especially at The Future of Fashion II conference organized by Fashion Industry New Zealand (FINZ). It was also wonderful to connect to the folks at CPIT there. One question that arose after my presentation (which can be found in written form on this site) was […]
Photographed by Angela Scott We’ve received word from Miss New Zealand 2009 Katie Taylor that she is safely on the plane to Miss Universe, after getting an upgrade on Air New Zealand. And she’s armed with some new clothes and accessories from Natalie Chan. We wish Katie all the best as she represents New Zealand […]
Robinson Designer Goldsmith reveals first of its Diamond Tattoo collection
Ken Robinson at Robinson Designer Goldsmith (Takapuna, New Zealand) gave Lucire a sneak peek at the first of his company’s exclusive Diamond Tattoo collection earlier this week. Robinson explains, ‘The platinum skull is pavé set with 2·4 ct of collection-grade diamonds. The 18 ct rose and yellow gold swallow is set with orange and yellow […]
Jockey ups the sex appeal with Dan and Honor
All Black Dan Carter is a sex symbol among some quarters of the population. Jockey has upped the sex appeal in its latest campaign by including the rugby player’s girlfriend, Honor Dillon. Jockey chief Tim Wheeler has said that Carter is one of the most recognized models the company has used. The campaign runs only […]
After an exhaustive search of whom could fix my Dayton boots in the shortest time possible in Wellington, New Zealand, I can only recommend one place: Dixon Street Shoe Repairs, a family business that has been around for decades in the capital, run by Esvar Parbhu. It’s a testament to the quality of Daytons […]
This came in from Mint Condition, the PR company and showroom in Auckland, New Zealand. We love the homage to Saul Bass, never mind that the labels being sold are really good! You may also like Resurrecting another five articles from last century New Zealand Fashion Museum tells the El Jay story at Kirkcaldie’s Publisher’s […]
Getty Images On the site today: assistant fashion editor Bronwyn Williams talks about trends for 2011. A few weeks ago, we attended presentations from the Massey University trends’ students, and we found that the majority of forecasts they identified were in line with our thinking. Bron elaborates on these more, as well as the key […]
