Dr Martens × Rick Owens collaboration: extravagant boots with ’90s grunge

October 13, 2022/12.20

Rick Owens’ non-conformist nature finds itself on two Dr Martens boots […]

New from New Zealand: releases from Marzena, Nevé, and Nick Von K

October 12, 2022/23.01

Marzena releases a post-wax body oil, Nevé has an impressive range of candles, sprays and wood wicks, while Nick Von K explores diamond and pounamu […]

Tutus on Tour brings ballet without fuss

October 7, 2022/12.55

This year’s Tutus on Tour is akin to the Unplugged albums of the 1990s: you get to experience the Royal New Zealand Ballet in a more raw form, writes Jack Yan […]

Shanina Shaik models Ksubi × P.E Nation limited-edition collection

October 6, 2022/0.00

Ksubi and P.E Nation have collaborated on a limited-edition denim collection for women, dropping today (October 6), modelled by Shanina Shaik and photographed in Sydney. The collection comprises 16 pieces and combines both brands’ æsthetics, blending feminine style with a streetwear sensibility. Details include Ksubi’s signature 4 × 4 embroidered crosses and P.E Nation’s […]

In brief: Skin Proud’s new releases; Mahu Skin and Nutrakawa tap into traditional knowledge

October 3, 2022/2.57

New entries to the Skin Proud range include its Detox Tonic, an exfoliating toner with AHAs enriched with apple extract, niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, and alœ vera. It’s refreshing and gentle on the skin. It’s complemented by Skin Proud’s Unplug, a white clay mask with sebum-absorbing white clay, amino acid, a free radical-fighting active and […]

Jacinda Ardern makes surprise appearance at World of Wearable Art Awards 2022

September 30, 2022/9.45

Hawke’s Bay designer takes out top honours for the second time—’We are in awe of the designer’s resourcefulness’ say judges—but the prime minister’s appearance was the surprise of the evening, writes Sopheak Seng with Lucire staff […]

Reviving some of our 1998–9 articles

September 13, 2022/0.14

In the 1990s, storage space for websites was limited, and expensive. It was the norm for us, before the turn of the century (and occasionally afterwards) to remove articles to prioritize ones that were more popular or current. With one of our 25th anniversary articles being prepared for print, we dug out a handful of […]

A personal tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II

September 9, 2022/6.48

Founder and publisher Jack Yan looks at HM Queen Elizabeth II’s significance to him and his family […]

Triangle of Sadness a perfect commentary of our times

August 31, 2022/6.59

Ruben Östlund’s second Palme d’Or-winning film is a somewhat heavy-handed but engaging delight about what we should truly value. Sadly it proved to be Charlbi Dean’s final film. Jack Yan reviews it […]

More colourways to come for New Balance’s 9060

August 26, 2022/12.49

Initially released in July, and with the first new colourway in August, New Balance says fans can expect two more for September3 for its 9060 silhouette […]