Diamonds might be forever, but nothing feels as personal or as eye-catching as a coloured stone. Promising to add depth and dimension to any precious jewellery collection, coloured stones are finding favour with collectors seeking some pizzazz from their most special pieces, and nowhere does them quite like Sutcliffe Jewellery.
Whether your tastes lie with an eye-catching emerald or with something more along the lines of a ruby or an aquamarine, Sutcliffe Jewellery offers a variety of beautifully-designed, unique pieces in a wide range of stones and configurations. (Hardly surprising given its reputation for offering some of the highest-quality gems and most sought-after craftsmanship in Auckland.) Recognising the power of a coloured stone, Sutcliffe’s range proves how opting for bold tones will deliver personality to your jewllery collection and ensure that every piece you buy is truly a reflection of you.
So, the next time you think about investing in a new piece, be it a pair of earrings, a stunning pendant or a cocktail ring, consider a visit to Sutcliffe. There, you will be able to peruse the comprehensive collections or speak to one of the experts about creating something bespoke. Whatever your taste, it’s time to swap out straight diamonds for something a little more fun.
Right: A divine love peach morganite rose gold earrings, I see fire morganite and diamond earrings.
From left: Bow Beauty 14.41-carat, Essence 9.44ct cushion shaped emerald and diamond ring, cushion cut, aquamarine and diamond ring, Heaven Shines 1.28ct, Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring.
You can judge the evolution of a city by its rooftop bars. This elevated style of watering hole is a native breed of the busy metropolis, a necessary hideaway that rises above the fray with views that remind us of the beauty to be found in a concrete jungle. Because as you sit on top of a building, cocktail in hand, watching the sun fall below an urban skyline, you know that you are part of something bigger than yourself, something truly cosmopolitan, and the city feels full of potential again.
So, it is with great excitement that we unveil Auckland’s newest rooftop bar, Sunset, a sleek, elegant space nestled on the top floor of the Sudima Hotel, and the latest in a raft of rooftop hospitality taking happy hour to new heights.
Inspired by rooftop bars around the world and created with a desire to celebrate the unique beauty of Auckland’s metropolis, Sunset was designed as a place to which us city-dwellers could escape after a long day. Here, satiating drinks and tasty food collide in a sumptuous setting designed by the renowned team at CTRL Space, who paired inviting pastel shades and tactile touches of timber, tiles and stone with curved ceiling details and banquettes — a nod to the 1970s although with a distinctly contemporary feel. And despite it being divided into various indoor seating zones and a sweeping outdoor terrace, Sunset offers unobstructed views across Westhaven and the Waitematā to Ponsonby and the Waitākere ranges, from wherever you decide to park up.
Beyond its spectacular good-looks, Sunset has some serious culinary grunt behind it, too, driven by a team of industry-leading creatives helmed by creative consultant, Andrew Glenn (founder of The Oyster Inn). “Sunset is a 21st-century version of a ‘literary salon’ of sorts,” Glenn tells us, “it is a chic place to meet, mingle, exchange and enjoy, with a fantastic backdrop of the city’s glittering lights after dark… stylish but not pretentious, contemporary yet comfortable.”
The unique bar offering has been designed by Dana Johnston (founder of iconic bars like 1885, 46 & York and Pineapple on Parnell) and Mikey Ball (globally sought-after consultant and former head bartender of award-winning London bars Milk & Honey and Dandelyan) and comprises a seasonal menu of exceptionally-delicious bespoke cocktails alongside a comprehensive and eclectic wine list (directed by Simon Kelly) with vintages that span New Zealand, South Africa, Lebanon, France and more.
The menu is also the result of a collaboration, seeing Executive Chef Harmeet Singh Nanda (also behind the Sudima’s ground-floor restaurant, East) team up with Maximus Perry and Samson Stewart (the duo behind Christchurch restaurant, 5th Street), to create dishes inspired by the Mumbai street food of the chef’s childhood, reimagined with more global flavours. (Think sliders with potato hash, plum chutney, feta and coriander, or lamb skewers with Clevedon buffalo curd or koftas with whipped garlic toum, white onion and parsley salad.)
And if all this wasn’t enticing enough, DJ Cam Robertson (founder of Paris is Burning) has come on board to create the ultimate sundowner soundtrack — drawing on his vast international experience to curate mood-enhancing music and offer DJ Sunset Sessions on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. (Don’t miss the legendary Nathan Haines and Jaimie Webster-Haines as they takeover Sunset Sessions on the 30th of July and the 6th of August.)
Open now, the timely arrival of Sunset points to the ways in which Auckland is growing up. A highly-considered offering befitting of the bustling, international metropolis this city is becoming, Sunset is the perfect inner-city spot to escape to at the end of a long week, and is exactly where you’ll find us this weekend.
Opening hours: Thursday – Saturday, 4pm until late.
Sunset
10th floor, Sudima Auckland City Hotel
63-67 Nelson Street
Auckland
Restraint is often a word used lightly in the design sphere, but it is a concept exemplified in House Fin — a family home designed with longevity in mind. The clients, a young, growing family, wanted a house that would ebb, flow and ultimately evolve with their needs while still retaining the core of the building’s Edwardian history, in sync with other 1900s homes in the neighbourhood. The result brings a new sense and purpose to the existing family home.
Set in Melbourne’s southeast, House Fin’s renovation feels subtle at first glance, but look a little closer and you’ll see how the intricacies of this build are worthy of attention. In reality, the scale of work undertaken by CJH Studio was mighty, with a whole new floor plan created that harnessed the beauty of the historic architecture while adding contemporary details and necessary cohesiveness.
Right: Capitol Complex chair by Pierre Jeanneret for Cassina from Matisse.
Larger rooms were created, ensuites added, and a range of storage spaces included to maximise the space already on offer. For the designers, the aim of the renovation was to create a blank space of sorts that could be altered to suit the growing family for which it was intended. Here, trends are only lightly considered and neutral hues favoured, allowing both art and furniture to speak to the space’s personality, and a sense of timelessness to prevail.
From left: Togo fireside chair by Michel Ducaroy for Ligne Roset, Shimmer table by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia from ECC.
Much of the architecture pays homage to the history of the address, right down to the ornate fireplace and hearth. Curvature is considered but adds a decidedly modern twist (where spaces call for it), such as in closets and on counter-tops or the way in which vertical tiles have been wrapped elegantly around the master bathtub. We see this motif repeated in furnishings too, from a bulbous sofa to rounded light fixtures and wall sconces throughout, as well as the arched doorways that connect the spaces of the home.
Tufty bedby Patricia Urquiola for B&B Italia from Matisse, Atollo table lamp by Vico Magistretti for Oluce from ECC.
It is in its simplicity that the beauty of House Fin is found. With light-flooded rooms and just enough curtains to filter the outside world, it becomes a space where one could spend one’s days quite easily. There would be almost an element of hygge because of the home’s cosy nature, if only hygge were refined and chic. After all, when raising a new family in a home, comfort is as essential as elevated design, and perfection is found when both are brought into harmony. Most importantly, House Fin is a space that feels completely and utterly liveable, until the next iteration of the address inevitably takes shape.
When it comes to jewellery, it can be easy to fall into the habit of wearing the same, sentimental pieces every day. But if current trends tell us anything, it is that having a jewellery wardrobe stocked with pieces that are as elegant as they are versatile, is essential. And with some of our favourite fashion muses offering a masterclass in how to layer jewellery, our desire to expand our own collections with bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings that offer classic shapes with a modern twist is at an all time high.
Luckily, there is one local purveyor to whom we can turn to find pieces that fit the bill perfectly. Michael Hill has been influencing jewellery trends for more than 40years, and beyond its coveted engagement rings and special, signature pieces, the brand’s New Classics edit is the ideal place to find jewellery you will want to wear all the time. Here, we offer a rundown of what to consider when looking for everyday pieces to build your own jewellery wardrobe, and why Michael Hill has everything you need.
Consider the classics Timeless, modern essentials should form the foundation of any jewellery collection. Think simple tennis bracelets or refined rings that act as a base layer or a springboard for layering. The New Classics edit pairs timeless designs with inspired touches that both embrace trends and consider longevity as essential.
Invest in statement designs to update a layered look Trends are here for a reason, and a layered look that brings together simple classics with coveted on-trend pieces is a way to extend the lifespan of your jewellery. With these trends, consider new shapes and materials fresh from the runway, or make bold choices that speak to your individuality, like these statement-making new paperclip earrings, adorned in diamonds, or for a more subtle statement, these exquisite necklaces from Michael Hill’s Serendipity Collection. This is an easy way to both embrace your creative expression while retaining the all-important sense of timelessness that should underpin any piece you purchase.
Introduce pearls for something different Baroque pearls are having a moment and offer the perfect way to elevate an everyday look with some sophistication. Able to feel simultaneously fun, flirty and elevated, a piece like this simple pair of Baroque pearl studs speak to lasting style, and are an easy way to embrace the trend. Incorporated simply as a final touch, or layered with other pearl-lined pieces for a more statement-making look, the use of pearls extends beyond the classics alone, to pieces that are chic and refreshingly modern.
You can never have too many stackable rings With a light touch, sentimental pieces are best adorned with layered, stackable rings. Subtlety on the hands is being replaced with a look that embraces a bit of necessary opulence when it comes to dressing the fingers. Our advice? Don’t hold back on stacking multiple rings by combining simple, timeless pieces with more showstopping ones. Pieces like this yellow gold French Curve ring are a solid starting point.
Mix your materials While the idea of the past has been to label yourself a gold or silver wearer, inviting a mixture of both adds a refreshing and eclectic look to your collection that adds intrigue and curiosity when executed well. If you’re strictly a gold wearer, consider a silver ring in a stack, or add some gold hoops to otherwise silver ears for a more exciting look. A longtime proponent of mixing metals, Michael Hill’s new season edit of silver and gold pieces will bring your everyday looks to life.
While reducing the use of single-use plastic has long been a key focus for many of us, we’re embracing Plastic Free July 2022 as a prompt to renew our efforts in various aspects of our lives. A worldwide movement initially started by The Plastic Free Foundation, Plastic Free July encourages us all to be a part of the solution by actively making better choices for the month that will, hopefully, continue long after July is over.
This year’s occurrence comes as we prepare for a host of single-use plastic items to be phased out and eventually banned by 2025. These include single-use plastic plates, bags, cotton buds, drinking straws, fruit labels and some polystyrene products, and a new government fund is also being launched to help find alternatives to plastics. With this in mind, there has never been a better time to reconsider our relationship with plastics.
Here are some ways throughout the home and the day that we can individually reduce our plastic usage — during Plastic Free July and beyond.
In the bathroom: Use shampoo and conditioner bars Clean, healthy hair, and without a plastic bottle in sight, shampoo and conditioner bars are the future of eco-friendly hair care. Last year, Ecostore released its first batch of the clever products (with the latest smoothing bar hitting shelves a few weeks ago) to very eager uptake; made from plant and mineral-based ingredients, they are vegan, 100 percent soap-free and have a mild pH.
For travelling, eco-conscious blogger Ethically Kate recommends cutting just what you need off your haircare bars, and drying them off before storing in a reusable container.
Clean smarter Ecostore’s genius Cleaner Concentrates are a clever way to reduce your plastic use when it comes time to make your bathroom sparkle. Packed in tiny glass bottles with recyclable lids (creating 90 percent less plastic waste), the formulas are 10-times concentrated and are designed to be combined with tap water in reusable spray bottles. The Bathroom and Shower Refill Concentrate cuts easily through dirt, soap scum and hard water spots using citric acid — a safer alternative to Benzalkonium Chloride that is proven to kill common household germs and bacteria.
In the kitchen: Wrap food and leftovers with compostable or biodegradable food wrap products. Technology has advanced to impressive degrees when it comes to replacements for cling wrap. Local company Compostic offers a compostable “plastic”-like wrap that is spookily close to the real thing, yet breaks down in 24 weeks in a home compost and 12 commercially. If a compost bin isn’t within reach, bee’s wax wrap is a good reusable option, and If You Care offers compostable baking paper, available from Huckleberry.
Other food and kitchen hacks for reducing plastic: Use wooden scrubbing brushes and kitchen tools. Use biodegradable bin liners. Use a keep cup. Use a reusable drink bottle. Use a glass or metal straw. Take your own container when ordering lunch to takeaway. Take a mason jar and reusable straw for smoothies. Take your own container to bulk bin stores (such as Sprout the Grocer or GoodFor Wholefood Refillery) to replenish pantry stocks of dried goods, spices and snacks. Buy cleaning products designed to reduce plastic waste, such as Ecostore’s aforementioned Cleaner Concentrates.
In the wardrobe: Wear a reusable face mask With mask-wearing required on Auckland’s public transport and on domestic flights, it’s time to consider the kinds of masks you wear regularly (and the impact they have). Rather than contribute to the many single-use masks that are landing in our oceans, purchase one or two reusable cloth masks — there are plenty available from both local and international makers here.
Prioritise buying clothes made from natural fibres If you’re after some new threads, make sure you look at the care label if plastic is something you’re looking to banish from your life. Polyester and cotton-blends are known as the styrofoam of the fashion world – impossible to recycle, when clothing made from this ends up in landfill it’s in there for the long haul. Materials like wool, silk, cotton, linen, merino, Tencel (made from wood pulp), hemp and even leather — provided it’s vegetable-dyed – are biodegradable options. Carry a reusable bag in your handbag Pretty self-explanatory — and with the plethora of canvas bags it’s possible to accumulate, why not keep one at the office too, just in case?
A much-loved presence on our social media and television screens, award-winning actor and comedian Tom Sainsbury is a man of many talents. His hilarious parodies are admired for their accurate portrayal of anyone from politicians to fictitious characters. With an uncanny ability to mimic their nuances, Sainsbury’s skits are entertainment gold. Here, he takes on the role of artist to share some personal intel in ink.
What do you look like?
What did you want to be when you grew up?
What is your secret talent?
What’s your vice?
Who is your favourite cultural icon?
Who is your favourite character to parody?
Who have you enjoyed imitating recently?
What is something you’ve never done, but would like to?
When we consider the names that will go down in the culinary hall of fame, there are only a handful of destinations that we can be positively sure will make the cut. One of those legacy greats is MoVida, a Melbourne Hosier Lane stalwart that, inspired by Frank Camorra’s Spanish heritage, offered a refined, convivial and wholly original take on Spanish tapas, and since opening its doors in 2003, set the tone for the Australian dining landscape that would develop in the decades to follow.
Few restaurants manage to achieve what MoVida has, especially in how it revolutionised a joyous, tapas-style approach to dining. And having heard whispers that MoVida would be opening its first international destination right here in Auckland in the coming months, we simply had to know more.
From Left: Movida Head Chef and Founder Frank Camorra; Mooloolaba swordfish skewers topped with salsa verde.
Head Chef and Founder Frank Camorrafirst brought MoVida to our shores nearly a decade ago, with a pop-up at the iconic (and dearly missed) Ostro, in the Seafarers building. From there, a collaborative relationship blossomed between Camorra and hospitality pioneer (and one of the minds behind Savor Group) Lucien Law, so naturally, when looking for an international destination to set up MoVida’s first global flagship, the site where the restaurant had its first taste of New Zealand was an obvious choice.
Cantabrian Anchovies with creamy burrata and Mount Zero olive oil; CHICHARRON DE CADIZ with Macedon rockmelon, espelette and guindilla peppers.
Now, MoVida Auckland is set to takeover the space where Ostro once stood, and will open its doors late next month, offering the Melbourne restaurant’s revered dining experience with a distinctly New Zealand twist. Diners can expect iconic MoVida tapas dishes like Anchovy with Smoked Tomato Sorbet, alongside wood-fired seafood dishes like paella (a first for the group) designed to capitalise on New Zealand’s abundance of exquisite seafood.
The MoVida experience is filled with joy, passion and creativity — and it is these elements that Camorra is most excited to bring to his new Auckland location. Here, the cuisine will be treated like a conversation, where kitchen staff at every level transform the freshest local produce into food that both respects and revolutionises classic Spanish cuisine. According to Camorra, the team at MoVida are supported creatively and encouraged embark on long and fruitful careers in hospitality — something the owner values deeply.
Right: Hiramasa Kingfish, pastrami-style, with burnt orange and creme fraiche on a semolina cracker.
At its core, MoVida is a restaurant that offers vibrancy in every sense of the word. Drawing on nearly-20-years of success in Melbourne, the new Auckland destination will still offer a take that is decidedly and uniquely its own. When considering the MoVida legacy, two decades down the track, it still feels like this is just beginning. We, for one, can’t wait to see what the Auckland outpost has to offer.
With the arrival of MoVida in Auckland comes the opportunity for those seeking a career in one of the most revered culinary establishments. MoVida Auckland is looking for staff across all areas and offering the chance to make your mark on the industry and help define the future of MoVida in New Zealand.Discover all MoVida Auckland career opportunities here or send your resume to [email protected].
When seeking out jewellery that offers something different and feels truly unique to its heritage, there are many design houses that one must explore before finding the perfect piece. And with some of the world’s most revered luxury jewellers now available on our doorstep, it takes something quite special to capture our attention these days. Which is why, when we heard that David Yurman’s iconic jewellery was launching in New Zealand for the first time, we sat up and took note.
Right: Chevron Pinky Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Pavé Diamonds, Belmont® Curb Link Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Pavé Diamonds, Petite Châtelaine® Pavé Bezel Ring in 18K Yellow Gold with Champagne Citrine and Diamonds.
The latest addition to Partridge Jewellers’ impressive stable, David Yurman is a brand that needs no introduction, but is deserving of one all the same. Epitomising its New York heritage but celebrated globally, the lauded jewellery house was founded in New York by David Yurman, a sculptor, and his wife, Sybil, a painter and ceramicist, as a collaboration between the duo to simply make beautiful, wearable objects. And while its pieces feel inherently modern, it is a brand that has never forgotten its roots. With the founders’ son, Evan, recently taking the helm, David Yurman still produces timeless and contemporary collections, defined by the brand’s artistic signature of inspiration and innovation.
The latest campaign, Come Closer, explores the idea of the joy of closeness and connection. It draws on New York City as a perennial and palpable muse, capturing the city’s tenacity and incredible, intangible, creative spirit — something that shines through in every piece.
“After years of separation for many — much longer than any of us could have anticipated — we are all craving connection,” shares Evan Yurman. “Come Closer is a call to all of us to delight in the everyday, where simple moments with family and friends are unexpected and beautiful.”
From left: David Yurman 18k yellow gold diamond pavé tag necklace; Henry Golding.
Worn by the likes of the effervescent Sydney Sweeney, the endlessly chic Scarlett Johansson and the brand’s first-ever male ambassador Henry Goulding, the calibre of David Yurman’s clientele is a testament to the brand’s divine nature. And naturally, Partridge Jewellers is the perfect fit for its first foray into New Zealand. Here, David Yurman will sit alongside other renowned international designers, radiating that innate beauty that has made it stand apart since the beginning.
Baby G has garnered something of a cult following thanks to its tasty, American-style burgers and fuss free vibe. And, after hosting a number of popular pop-ups around the city, the team is finally embarking on something that allows hungry punters more than few days only to sample the delicious offering.
From tomorrow, Baby G will take up a three-month residency at Orphans Kitchen, where it will sling burgers and tasty sides (think truffle parmesan fries with housemate roasted garlic aioli) on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights from 5pm until 9pm. Starting with one burger and a couple of sides but with a vision to offer more snacks and various specials as the pop-up progresses, Baby G will also use the residency as an opportunity to run some test kitchens and get creative.
Capitalising on the convivial, social vibe of the Ponsonby Road stalwart, Baby G’s pop-up will be the perfect place to pop into for a delicious bite, some laid back tunes and a drink or two.
Our collective embracing of drinks that offer lower alcohol or no alcohol is a movement that has been gaining momentum for a few years, propelled by a growing awareness of alcohol’s impacts on longterm health and on a surprising desire in younger generations to abstain from drinking altogether. Now, we have a whole month dedicated to the idea of sobriety, (or sober-curiosity, for those less inclined to give up completely) and a raft of zero-percent beverages to boot.
The latest drink of this ilk comes in the form of Peroni’s reimagined zero-percent offering. Having initially launched its first non-alcoholic beer (Libera) in 2019, the iconic brand has since been able to dedicate more time and technology to perfecting the brew, resulting in a new beer that that truly takes nothing away from the beloved flavour profile of the Peroni Nastro Azzurro we all know and love.
Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% (set to replace Libera) is almost unidentifiable from its namesake, thanks to the clever Italian brewers at Birra Peroni who have used the same signature base recipe and ingredients. The technological inroads that have been made over the last few years has allowed them to gently remove the beer’s alcoholic content* without making any compromises on taste. The result is exactly like the deliciously refreshing Peroni Nastro Azzurro (from its crisp, dry taste to its flowery, hoppy notes), just a touch more suitable for Dry July, or for any time that you feel like a drink but don’t feel like its effects.
So whether you are having some time off drinking or are interested in the option of a zero-percent alternative to your favourite beer, Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% couldn’t have come along at a better time.
*Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% contains no more than 0.04% all.vol. from the brewing process.
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