Korean culture has always inspired me, featuring the exquisite Rom&nd ‘Zero Velvet Tint’ lipcolours. I show you all the details and the full photoset of this Korean beauty makeup tutorial!

In keeping with the aesthetic and atmosphere of Maggie Marilyn’s stunning runway show of 2019, I wanted this makeup look to emulate a fresh feel! To create this I went for a barely there makeup look, with rough tussled curls and defined eyes complete with dewy skin.

I share the top ten makeup artists who have inspired me and my love of makeup, plus the twelve up and coming artists that you need to know about!

My favourite picks in fashion, makeup and style for Summer 2020! ♡

Beautiful things are the epitome of joy! The Wardrobe will soon have it’s very own shop featuring a collection of staple fashion accessories, as well as pieces I have designed and hand made here in New Zealand. I share a preview of the pieces I have created in my upcoming label ‘Katie Marvel’ ♡ 

Makeup Monday is my favourite excuse to get creative with makeup and try out new looks, and now I often share the full process over on my Twitch channel!

What is natural light? Captured at the beautiful Hamilton Gardens this article includes: Types of natural light, some natural light photographers well worth following and learning from, and a few of the basic natural light setups with instructions. Finally, I’ll cover the dos and don’ts of working with natural light along with the most important tips and tricks…

Your front seat ticket to NZFW 2019… The highlights of my top five New Zealand Fashion Week shows from backstage and the runway!

Read on to see the highlights of last season and what’s new this spring!

A Business Showcase featuring ‘Jewelsparkle’ by Juliet Caldwell. An independent New Zealand jewellery designer, with a talent for effortless design and a love of colour. Read on for more of this beautiful hand-made collection and style tips…

I created one new creative makeup look each day leading up to Halloween. A Snow Queen, a Ghost, and a Flower Fairy, so here’s a run down of the process!

How-To Faux Freckles: A Makeup Monday look from start to finish with pictures and full tutorial…

“A rose by any other name, would smell as sweet.” This famous quote from William Shakespeare’s play ‘Romeo and Juliet’ eloquently describes my thoughts on what beauty is, and why it’s such a controversial topic. 

The Wardrobe is a space for everything beautiful. I have had the pleasure of featuring a number of beautiful and talented women on this blog since it's launch. A little more about myself and how I created this platform. Here's a few facts about me, as the creator and photographer behind The Wardrobe Blog…

I cover the basics of beautiful brows, from the shaping service I loved at Phoenix Cosmetics, and a selection of essential Phoenix Cosmetics products that transformed my look. Because when it comes to my brows, this is no easy feat! 

This week we take a look at the style and inspiration behind Phoenix Renata's renowned aesthetic, with a vintage Hollywood glamour photoshoot...

New Zealand Fashion Week 2017 was a beautiful cornucopia of inspiration. With designers inspired by both past and future, the bold and the delicate. 

I am a self confessed makeup amateur, but I'm also self taught. Over the last year I've upped my game and learned a few tips and tricks along the way. Read on to find four looks to love!

A beautiful Dress from the Gatsbylady London straight out of the 1920s; a special feature with Miss Hero Holliday who styled my hair for this special occasion outfit amongst the wisteria.