There is no shortage of talk about the need for greater diversity in the C suites of our businesses and the board rooms of our corporations. There are valid arguments as to the benefits that female empathy and perspectives bring to any leadership culture but still, it seems like we are in the middle of...
You’ve seen the luxury hotel suites, set on the towering floors of a five-star hotel, with premium quality, hand-crafted living quarters. Beds sheets of endless thread count and furnishings decorated with an opulent and over-the-top finish worth more than gold. If only that same, stale, view of the glistening international city below it would change....
Do you ever leave work in town with a dire need for a glass of vino? Does the long commute home by bus take a little too long and become harrowing – almost too much to bare? Imagine an UberEats for stressed-out soccer-mums and you’ve got Italian designer, Carlo Ratti’s latest concept idea in collaboration...
The New Zealand Danced Company embark on their first national tour this April and May, with their new show Kiss The Sky. Exploring themes of nature and time, the show pulls together Asian and Pacific influences for a showcase of original dance, music, and design....
Oscar winner Brie Larson stars in Marvel’s first female-led superhero movie, Captain Marvel. Set in the ‘90s, the film follows Larson’s character, former U.S. Air Force Fighter Pilot Carol Danvers as she becomes Captain Marvel in order to save Earth when it gets caught in a galactic war between two alien nations. Being released the...
A STEM workplace is one that focuses on one or more of the disciplines of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The unconscious bias connected to this statistic in such a growing workplace around the world needs to change, and it might be getting a bit of help from a little friend. We are all fed...
Fitness trackers and wearables may be the latest trend in keeping your health in check, but these nifty pieces of tech may now be used as a way to keep your online security in check too. Gone will be the days of remembering complicated passwords requiring all combinations of upper case letters, numbers and special...
CubaDupa Wellington’s most eclectic precinct turns into a dynamic stage, as Australasia’s biggest free multi-arts festival, CubaDupa is back for 2019. The family-friendly weekend-long event is designed to be a celebration of creativity and art, and includes visual art, food stalls, kids activities and 250 performances from a range of disciplines. Now in its fifth...
I’d name my autobiography… Smidtfaced. To me success means… Making my living from an intellectually and creatively stimulating job, while balancing family and work life. Easy peasy. The most rewarding part of my job… The relationships I’ve made with interesting, exciting people. Hospitality is the intersection of so many different people from all sorts of...
I’d name my autobiography… “If in doubt, smile.” To me success means… I am lucky to have the means to be able to do what makes me happy for a living and I see that as success. Day to day, success to me means a job well done with all parties feeling happy and satisfied...
I’d name my autobiography… Born Strong To me success means… To enjoy a balanced life, enjoy every moment of it. I am very lucky that I had grown up in a loving family. Now that I have my own family, I want to give my kids what I had. I hope I am able to...
You know what they say – everyone knows everyone in little, old, bottom-of-the-world New Zealand. No matter what corner you turn, you’re always going to bump into someone you know. Being internationally-renowned New Zealander is becoming more and more of a regular occurance with our artists. When you turn on the TV and a familiar...
Bringing forward a much-needed 50 shade spectrum of complexion makeup, Rihanna represents inclusion for women of all skin tones around the globe. Fenty Beauty Pro Filt’r Soft Matte Longwear Foundation, $56; Instant Retouch Concealer, $43; Instant Retouch Setting Powder, $50....
pHformula is the first skincare brand in the world to amalgamate cosmeceutical skincare with medical prescriptions. Creating an unprecedented skincare category dubbed ‘pharma-cosmeceuticals’, pHformula provides skin solutions based off controlled chemical skin resurfacing to accelerate cell regeneration. Conventional cosmetics that you can purchase off the shelf typically use grain scrubs such as apricot stones, walnuts...
Sugar Fairy Sweet pastel and tangy sherbet shades are celebrated in Dior’s Limited Edition Spring Look this year with two delectable candy-coloured 5 Couleurs Lolli’glow palettes, $127 each. Glow-In-One To boost radiance and brightness, Kiehl’s Glow Formula Skin Hydrator, $58, includes light-reflecting minerals that imparts a healthy-looking glow. Ultimate Cure Dermaviduals Oleogel Plus, 50ml, $57.80,...
Our Beauty Editor gives you her top picks for the latest beauty releases… (1) Sensual Seduction As the nights get cooler, we’re attracted to deeper, stronger fragrances that have the power to arouse and magnetise. Black coffee and blue absinthe amalgamate in a rich and creamy bed of intoxicating jasmine, orange blossom and vanilla in...
A look from the Helen Cherry AW19 Campaign, in all Workshop stores and online now. Shot by Karen Inderbitzen-Waller and Delphine Planqueel. Animal Kingdom Show off your wild side with an array of bold animal inspiration. Dominating the fashion scene from runway to red carpet- sleek suede, glossy leather and prints from leopard to snakeskin...
