We all know how easy it is to get lazy with exercise over winter – after all, who wants to head out for a run when it’s freezing outside and pouring with rain? Struggling to stay motivated at the end of winter, myself and a couple of my colleagues started a star chart system. The...
It’s no secret that protein is key if you want to stay fuller for longer, keep your energy levels up, build and repair muscle, and have healthy skin, nails and hair. While protein is an important part of your diet, sometimes it can be hard to know where to start with getting your daily protein […]
It doesn’t take an expert to figure out that relationships are seriously complicated. We all want our relationships to succeed, however at times we struggle to figure out how to make things work. We often fall into the trap of thinking that if our partner meets our list of prerequisites, our relationship will go smoothly. […]
We live in a meat and dairy-rich nation, but an ever-increasing body of research is now suggesting that if we want to live longer, happier lives, cutting down on our consumption of animal products is a must. So what’s the deal with plant-based diets anyway and what does this all mean for you? Plant-rich...
No matter where you are across New Zealand the good news is that this small nation is pretty bloody stellar at putting on a good brunch and there are literally thousands of cafes across the country that offer top notch brunch options. If you’re planning ahead for the weekend and looking for some good brunch […]
There’s nothing like a good cookie (or five) to get you through a long afternoon at work but being high in fat, sugar and carbs, most cookie recipes are well… not exactly healthy. A few weeks ago with only a few ingredients in my pantry, I went on a mission to find a healthier cookie […]
While most of us love a bit of (or maybe a lot of) meat and dairy in our diets, dietitians are forever racketing on about the benefits of cutting down on our meat and dairy intake – particularly in New Zealand where we practically consume beef and milk by the truck load. One of the […]
A generation of young women have grown up being told that the key to clear skin is in what we put on our skin. One thing that we are rarely told by large skin care brands is that what we put into our body is just as important, if not more important, than the brand […]
Chronic tiredness is a major issue in our modern world. Life is getting faster and faster and people seem to be getting increasingly exhausted. CEO and founder of the Huffington Post, Arianna Huffington, has experienced this first hand and after collapsing at her desk in 2007 due to sleep deprivation, she has become passionate about […]
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, right about now it seems that almost every woman in Hollywood is expecting a baby. While we love the maternity style and can’t help but get behind the baby name guessing games, you really can’t beat that moment when bubba is finally born. Making our week […]
These days there are about a billion skincare products on the market, all promising to do incredible things. But we all know what it’s like to spend our precious pennies on a skincare products that turn out to do, well… nothing. The pretty bottles may promise amazing results, but when it comes down to it, […]
For decades, Vogue has been at the forefront of fashion, dictating trends around the world and acting as the world’s leading fashion publication. In an exciting step in the right direction for inclusivity in the fashion industry, Vogue Arabia has just launched their first issue and Gigi Hadid is the cover star. In a personal message on a recent […]
It’s always a little awkward to talk about how much money you make but the truth is that to survive, we all actually need some moolah. It’s true that money isn’t everything, but it is definitely interesting to know which industries are real cash cows and which are, well… not. SEEK this week released stats about […]
The new year is officially here and if you’re anything like me, you’re already starting to make travel plans for the coming year. Whether you are planning a one week holiday, or many months abroad, chances are you are just a little bit curious as to what the hottest travel destinations actually are. Lucky for all of […]
When Zara finally opened in New Zealand last year we were beyond excited. However, we’ll be the first to admit that the Spanish high street brand has been surrounded by its fair share of controversy over the years. Zara’s latest ‘curvy’ campaign is no exception and the people of Twitter are going crazy. The campaign […]
The 2017 Oscars may have gone and been, but it seems like the entire population of the internet is still buzzing over what went down on the iconic evening. From that now famous Warren Beatty *blunder* to that amazing footage of Chrissy Teigen sleeping, it turned out to be one hell of an eventful night. […]
Since she first graced our screens as Hermione on Harry Potter, Emma Watson has been our #1 girl crush. Not only is she incredibly talented and beautiful, but the girl is also the real deal. A fierce advocate for human rights and a political figure in her own right, Emma Watson is a true #GirlBoss. […]
I don’t know what it is about the humble G&T, but it really is just the best drink in the whole entire world. Whether it’s a cold one in the sun after a long day at work, or a G&T in the form of a popsicle, it’s no secret that a large portion of the […]
You don’t have to look far to realise that the beauty world is going all kinds of crazy over face masks right now. While there is nothing new about the concept of a face mask, their recent rise to fame has seen dozens of new varieties flooding the market. From sheet masks, to blackhead clearing […]
If there’s one thing that Kiwis know a thing or two about, it has to be a good beach. From Northland, to Coromandel and all the way down to the depths of the south, we have more than a few beaches to be proud of. But have you ever wondered what the best beach in […]
It seems like every celebrity in Hollywood is pregnant right now. From Lauren Conrad to Beyoncé, there are a whole lot of baby bumps gracing our screens right now and we are totally loving it. Taking maternity style to the next level, Amal Clooney attended the César Awards in Paris in a Versace gown that […]
You don’t have to look far these days to meet somebody who suffers from anxiety. The ever-increasing pace of life, along with added factors like poor diet, long working hours and lack of exercise can all contribute to anxiety in a big way. According to research, around 18 percent of adults suffer from anxiety, making […]
There’s something fascinating about knowing exactly what healthy people eat every day and when that person just so happens to train model and Hollywood mother Chrissy Teigen, well we start to take a bit of notice. Simone De La Rue is an Australian workout instructor and personal trainer who has an impressive list of clients that […]
If you know anything about homeware, you’ll know that you really can’t go past Citta. Offering beautiful homewares at prices that we can actually afford (hooray!), Citta has quickly become a favourite among interior lovers. Lucky for all us us, Citta has just dropped their latest offering and we can confirm that it is DREAMY. The […]
It’s the biggest night of the year for the music industry and it brought together artists from all backgrounds and genres. The 2017 Grammys were one for the books and true to form, the entire population of the internet seems to be talking about what went down at the awards. Notable mentions from the 2017 […]
Since she graced our screens as a contestant on the Bachelor NZ season 1, Matilda Rice has well and truly won us over. Still happily in a relationship with the original Bachelor, Art Green, Matilda has made a reputation for herself as a bit of a health guru. From her Paleo diet to her commitment […]
It seems that Meghan Markle has come out of nowhere. Once an unknown name, Markle now stars in the hit show Suits and is dating none other than Prince Harry. With her own website called The Tig that is primarily dedicated to wine and food, Markle knows a thing or two about good, fresh and wholesome […]
It’s no secret that Kendall Jenner has become a bit of a style icon in recent years. Like her sisters, the 21 year old model and reality television personality is involved heavily in the fashion industry, with Jenner recently walking in the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show and appearing on the cover of Vogue alongside friend […]
It’s the film we love to love – since it first hit our screens 14 years ago, Love Actually has cemented an important place in our hearts and lives. To the delight of fans everywhere, it has been announced that the entire cast of the film will reunite for a short sequel film. The sequel […]
In this modern world we are all busy people. Between work, family commitments and spending time with friends, it can sometimes be a struggle to make it to the gym or head out for a run. Recognising that exercise is often hard to fit into your day, The Economist looked deeper into the calorie burning […]
You don’t have to be a genius to realise that an ever-increasing amount of people are struggling with saving money, with a recent survey revealing that 69 percent of adults have less than $1000 of savings in the bank. The survey found that low levels of savings existed among people of all income levels, with […]
Any fashion girl will tell you that looking good sometimes comes at a cost. You may feel like a million bucks in those $400 pants, but after a while keeping up with new fashion trends can get pretty pricey. To the delight of bargain hunting fashion girls everywhere, one of the biggest trends of the […]
She’s only 12 years old but since entering onto our screens in the hit Netflix show Stranger Things, Millie Bobby Brown has been the name on everyone’s lips. Brown was most recently nominated for a People’s Choice Award and Screen Actors Guild Award on behalf of her performance in the critically acclaimed Netflix sensation and has quickly […]
It’s the most romantic day of the year but if you’ve been a bit too busy and haven’t yet had a chance to get something for the one you love, the latest offering from Moët & Chandon could be exactly what you need. This season, Moët & Chandon introduces a creative language of love with the […]
It’s a hard situation to be in. Maybe you have your eye on somebody but it seems that they don’t even know you exist, or perhaps you’ve just started dating someone but you don’t know how to take things to the next level. I always thought that falling in love just kind of happened, but […]
Since she graced our screens as a contestant on the Bachelor NZ season 1, Matilda Rice has well and truly won us over. Still happily in a relationship with the original Bachelor, Art Green, Matilda has made a reputation for herself as a bit of a health guru. From her Paleo diet to her commitment […]
It’s no secret that people these days are waiting until they are older to get married and often, never marrying at all. With a recent survey finding that the average age of marriage is now five years older than it was in 1960, millennials are often perceived as being fickle and afraid of commitment. It’s interesting to […]
It’s the biggest night of the year for the music industry and it brought together artists from all backgrounds and genres. The 2017 Grammys were one for the books and true to form, the entire population of the internet seems to be talking about what went down at the awards. Notable mentions from the 2017 […]
Any pregnant woman will tell you that at times, sleeping well is no easy task. Between trips to the bathroom, overheating and struggling to get comfortable, you basically just have to sleep in whatever position will allow you to actually catch some z’s. While it may be difficult, the American Pregnancy Association have released information that suggests […]
I’m in my 20s and live in Auckland so as you would expect, about 80 percent of the conversations I have with my peers in some way involves us all whining about how damn broke we are. Older generations call us spoiled and we are often accused of being a generation full of losers who […]
