Sydney’s inaugural Forces of Fashion event was a disappointing day at the office. By Murray Bevan, FNZ Publisher As the late, great Martin Luther King once said, “We must accept finite disappointment, but never lose infinite hope.” This is my new mantra after attending Vogue’s Forces of Fashion event in…

There are nail salons, and then there’s Dudleys Nail Bar. Set in Remuera, Dudleys Nail Bar feels less like a traditional salon and more like the chic living room of your most design-savvy friend. The aesthetic is polished but warm – curved lines, considered textures, a palette that whispers rather…

Last week, Rhode Beauty officially landed in Mecca stores, and it was nothing short of chaos. Lines stretched out the doors, the website crashed within minutes, and over in Sydney, Hailey Bieber herself hosted a launch event that made headlines – for all the wrong reasons. The controversy? A serious…

From senior leadership to behind-the-scenes product and planning, FRAME HR has a fresh lineup of fashion industry opportunities across Aotearoa. If you’re ready for your next move in retail, development, marketing or merchandising – these are the roles worth knowing about. Senior Retail Manager – NZ Fashion Brand A leadership…

The styling tool you can easily borrow from your grandma In case you hadn’t noticed, brooches have made a comeback, which has left me to wonder, why did we ever stop wearing them in the first place? In a time where your outfit often needs to multitask, taking you from…

There’s something quietly intimate about asking someone to unzip their bag. It’s a small act of trust – an invitation into the everyday rituals, the chaos, the preparedness, the personality. So I headed to the Deadly Ponies HQ to do exactly that: sit down with the team and find out…

New-season collections are landing with intent, heritage brands are making global plays, and one much-loved local label is taking its final bow. From sculptural tailoring and punk-coded jewellery to Super Bowl campaigns and last-chance pop-ups, here’s what’s moving fashion forward right now. Glassons – EDT 2026: Elevated, Effortless, Unapologetically Fluid…

Every January, millions of people across the United Kingdom begin the familiar ritual of reviewing payslips, receipts, and financial records in preparation for tax season. For many, it is a stressful and confusing time — the forms, allowances, codes, and changing rules can feel overwhelming. Yet, behind this annual challenge…

A house is more than walls and furniture. What truly makes it feel like home are the little details that reflect the people who live there. From the kitchen to the living room, thoughtful additions like a custom chopping board or a set of photo prints can add warmth,…

PNP Farms Butchery Angus beef sausages. Photo: Supplied / MPI A batch of sausages sold at two South Island branches of a butchery has been recalled because they may contain glass. The Ministry of Primary Industries (MPI) has recalled PNP Farms’ Butchery brand Pure Angus Beef sausages with a best…