Left to right: Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Isabel Marant, Balmain, Brandon Maxwell, all Spring 22.

Turn all the right heads with these party-ready outfits, just in time for the festive season

Burn those trackpants (or, at least, store them at the back of your closet) — we’re planning on seeing out this year with a bang and a banging ensemble. The outfit recipe of a dress, showstopping shoes and sparkling accessories is simple to put together yet highly impactful, whether you go for a full-length frock or a playful mini. Either way, you’ll be making an unforgettable impression in all the right ways.

Left to right: Alexandre Vauthier Strassed Embellished gown from Faradays, Christopher Esber Yrjo dress from Muse Boutique, Rixo Mya dress from Muse Boutique.

Left to right: Metallic Paillette-embellished Mesh dress from Burberry, Isabel Marant Verikio Silk dress from Workshop, Alaia Edition 2004 The Goddess dress from Faradays.

Clockwise: Giuseppe Zanotti Pris Wedges from Faradays, Saeda 100 Black Suede pumps from Jimmy Choo, Sling chain pumps in suede from Saint Laurent, Alexandre Vauthier Tiffany sandals from Faradays.

Clockwise: Cleo satin bag with appliqués from Prada, Tiffany Eternity 32mm Round watch from Tiffany & Co., Cascade earrings from Saint Laurent, White and pink diamond ring from Sutcliffe, Black and white diamond ring from Sutcliffe, Night time gazing bracelet from Partridge Jewellers.

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Tout your trench — the most classic of coats is dominating the sartorial sphere this autumn, and these are the styles to shop now

Channel your inner denim darling with the blue-jean looks our editors are loving

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Whether your game is chess, checkers or dominoes,

Whether your game is chess, checkers or dominoes, the exquisitely crafted three-game set by @poltronafrauofficial x @giobagnara is taking games night to a whole new level ♟️⁠
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Available locally from @studioitalia.

Last week's annual Milan Salone Fair, once again c

Last week's annual Milan Salone Fair, once again continued to show the evolution of design across all facets. With impressive art installations, to the introduction of future furniture and the update of design classics. The Salone del Mobile remains the most important event on the global design calendar. A few of our highlights from the week follow.⁠
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1. Toshiya Hayashi and Hokuto Ando, founders of the Japanese design studio @weplus.jp created an installation from floating colourful fabric. The site-specific structure was set within the courtyard of Palazzo Litta in Milan, for @fondazioneermannocasoli, and received an award for its drama and beauty.⁠
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2. @cassinaofficial and Fondation Le Corbusier joined forces to present a captivating large-scale installation titled ‘On the Rocks.’ Paying homage to the great modernist designer the installation explores Le Corbusier’s boxy furniture pieces, which have been reimagined with custom leatherwork by Matthieu Blazy and Bottega Veneta.⁠
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3. The Narinari Chair by Tiziano Guardini and Luigi Ciuffreda for @bebitalia took inspiration from the Sea Eagle, an aquatic bird in flight. The stunning organic nature of this chair is sure to see it become a future classic. B&B Italia is available locally from @matisse_nz⁠.⁠
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4. The Big George Chair by Cristián Mohaded for @moooi has been designed to emulate the happiness that comes from a warm embrace from a close friend. Available locally from @eccnewzealand⁠
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5. Designed in 1967 by Cini Boeri. The Boborelax chaise was reimagined for the 2024 Salone in new fabrics. Available locally from @studioitalia⁠
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6. New Zealand born designer @sabine_marcelis created an installation titled 'A Glimpse into Alula’s Natural and Cultural Landscape'. The exhibition paid tribute to the ancient Saudia Arabian oasis' natural and cultural landscape⁠.⁠
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7. The Kida lounge chair by @stephenburksmanmade for @dedon_official⁠. Available locally from @dawsonandconz.⁠
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10. Curated by @ysl creative director Anthony Vaccarello, an exhibition in honour of Italian architect and designer Gio Ponti showcased a custom tableware collection originally conceived by the designer in 1953.

Set with 4 emeralds and 298 brilliant-cut diamonds

Set with 4 emeralds and 298 brilliant-cut diamonds (totalling 1.82 carats), @cartier’s Panthère de Cartier ring makes magnificent use of the now-iconic feline motif with two of the sculptural heads coming face to face.

Waddling our way to the weekend 🐧 #WorldPenguin

Waddling our way to the weekend 🐧 #WorldPenguinDay

No plans for Anzac afternoon? How about spending i

No plans for Anzac afternoon? How about spending it in gastronomic bliss at Remuera’s beloved @sisorestaurant? With an array of exceptional new seasonal dishes, such as their mouthwateringly delicious Free Farmed Park Meatballs, Sìso is a more than perfect place to spend your afternoon.

Today we reflect upon the sacrifices made by our f

Today we reflect upon the sacrifices made by our forefathers and their gallant efforts made for our freedom.⁠
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old.⁠
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.⁠
At the going down of the sun and in the morning,⁠
We will remember them.⁠

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