Industry Interviews

Elo's Cakes | Business Showcase

When you buy from Elo’s cakes, you’re not just buying and supporting a local new Zealand small business, but you’re also supporting the work opportunities for people with special needs, like my sister Sophie who works for this amazing New Zealand business run by talented cakery owner Daniella!

Elo's Cakes | Business Showcase

Axolotito | Business Showcase

New Zealand designer Beebay Milan is inspired by nature with her beloved New Zealand label Axolotito. A leader in ethical fashion, she is raising awareness of endangered animals through her hand crafted, bespoke jewellery…

Axolotito | Business Showcase

Judy Gao | Judy Gao Couture

Judy Gao is both a self taught seamstress and business woman, quickly becoming noticed in New Zealand and abroad for her exquisite and unique gown designs. An eye for detail and a strong sense of the trends, Judy is turning heads with her label and creations which she also models herself. With three collections behind her, and the launch of her recent bridal wear range I chat with Judy about how she started, and made her dreams a reality. 

Judy Gao | Judy Gao Couture

Nicole Schmidt | Forgotten Lockett

In this month's style feature, the beautiful, and vivacious Nicole Schmidt sits down to chat and share a number of poignant insights with me about her journey in the alternative fashion scene. A makeup artist, model and of course the designer and brilliant mind behind 'Forgotten Lockett'. A beautiful dark, but feminine collection of gothic inspired creations ranging from chokers, to clothing and accessories. 

Nicole Schmidt | Forgotten Lockett

Cathy Warden | Rita Sue Clothing

In this month's Business Showcase, I have a little chat with Cathy about how she got started with Rita Sue, and the inspiration behind this New Zealand brand. Rita Sue Clothing is a quaint little boutique situated inside St Kevin's arcade on K Road, Auckland. 

Cathy Warden | Rita Sue Clothing

Amy Mclaine | Miss Hero Holliday

I met with Amy A.K.A Miss Hero Holliday at the very fitting Parnell Rose Gardens for a few photos and a lovely afternoon chat recently. It was beautiful weather during our conversation at the gardens so we covered almost everything about life, learnings, and of course everything style.

Amy Mclaine | Miss Hero Holliday

Claire Hahn | Millinery Designer

A fashion influencer, creative entrepreneur, wife, and mum of three. Claire is one of NZ's finest creators of headwear and contemporary millinery accessories for the races and high fashion.

Claire Hahn | Millinery Designer

Miss Victory Violet | Style Feature

This month’s Q & A is with none other than internationally published, NZ Pinup Queen Miss Victory Violet. Otherwise known as Ella, she has been awarded Miss Viva Las Vegas '15 & Miss Pinup New Zealand ’14. She is not only a talented Hair and Makeup artist, but a trained hairdresser, pinup stylist, designer and blogger. She has collaborated with international pinup brands like Erstwilder and Miss Candyfloss, and has charmed hundreds of thousands online, with her inspirational message of body confidence. Miss Victory Violet shares a number of helpful tutorials, tips and tricks, and always the latest in pinup goodness on her blog.

Miss Victory Violet  | Style Feature