An ode to the Southern Seas, Emilia Wickstead’s latest collection was inspired by the designer’s Samoan/New Zealand roots. After discovering The Faery Lands of the South Seas (a non-fiction book from the 1920s) on her daughter’s shelf, Wickstead sought to evoke the idea of journeys across the seas, creating a beautiful, illustrated sailboat print that was splashed across cotton poplin skirts, cropped shirts and dresses.
Luckily for us, one such dress has just landed at Simon James, making our decisions around what to wear for a day on the water, much easier. Paying subtle homage to the sailing, while still feeling simple and sophisticated, this printed dress is the perfect boat-day piece.
Ermenegildo Zegna continues to explore the question of ‘what makes a man?’ in its new campaign, examining the theme of modern masculinity through a distinctly personal lens.
Centred around Gabriel-Kane Day-Lewis, Zegna’s new imagery takes a look at what has made the model/musician the man he is today — pulling the influence of his upbringing into sharp focus by including his mother (five-time César-award-winning actress) Isabelle Adjani, into the shoot as well.
By asking Yasmina to turn the camera on her son, and present him in the way that she sees him, Zegna flips the script from ‘what makes a man?’ to ‘what makes my man?’. Throughout the campaign, shot in Oasi Zegna (the birthplace of the brand itself) Yasmina and Day-Lewis reflect on the lessons and values that define the latter as a modern man — both styled in a selection of sleek, tailored looks from Zegna’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection.
In this way, the lauded brand is asking all of us to consider our contemporary ideals, and how these materialise in the men that are the most important to us. It is a call to turn inward and be accountable for our own assumptions and expectations of masculinity and how, perhaps, those can shift and change.
An elegant expression of manliness, in line with the kinds of clothes that Ermenegildo Zegna is known for creating, this new campaign perfectly encapsulates the essence of the brand and offers a thought-provoking twist on the campaigns of old — anchoring it firmly in a contemporary conext.
It’s forecast to be a glorious (and exciting) couple of days out on the water this weekend, and what better pairing for the occasion than an effervescent glass — or two — of prestige Champagne?
Thanks to Dom Pérignon’s on-water summer delivery experience, this can be facilitated in the most luxurious way possible. Dedicated concierge service Dom Pérignon on Deck will see chilled cases of Dom Pérignon Vintage 2010 delivered directly to your yacht on Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf, this Friday and Saturday the 12th and 13th of March.
Place your pre-order via the Delivery on Deck websitebefore 3pm, Wednesday 10th March, and JP Ribs and Machina Charters’ custom Dom Pérignon ribs will pull up to you with aplomb, delivering the goods (perfectly chilled and ready to pop) on the day.
Should you prefer your Champagne on dry land, we recommend heading to Saxon + Parole this weekend to experience the venue’s Dom Pérignon Lounge. Book a booth to enjoy a Dom Pérignon and oyster experience, or make the most of these summer sunsets with a line-up of Auckland’s top DJs providing the ultimate soundtrack at Saxon + Parole’s Luminous Nights events, taking place on the evenings of Friday 12th and Saturday 13th March.
So, what are you waiting for? The pre-order window for Dom Pérignon on Deck closes at 3pm Wednesday 10th of March, so make sure you book online to secure this luxurious experience, dedicated to bringing you and any guests on board a unique moment of decadence.
In planning our new issue, we felt inspired by the ways in which New Zealand had been put on the map in the last year. Not only as one of the safer countries in the world (as far as Covid was concerned) but also, for our efforts in hosting one of the biggest sporting events of the year — America’s Cup.
Dedicating a section to the America’s Cup, we looked at some of the key players to know, the best places to go and the seafaring etiquette everyone should be aware of as they head out on the water. From Peter Burling to Patrizio Bertelli to a glossary of terms for sailing novices, this section celebrates the culture and excitement around the Cup, and will prove an invaluable resource.
Elsewhere, we sought to highlight the talent of formidable Kiwis with profiles on design guru Arch Macdonnell and silver screen darling Melanie Lynskey, as well as the raft of inspiring up-and-comers in our ‘People to Watch 2021’ section. From a superyacht designer to a New York Times bestselling author to the man on a mission to change the way we shop, these are the people giving us hope for the future.
Of course, our Gastronomy section is packed with delicious dishes to eat now, a guide for finding the tastiest vegan dishes everyone will love, a deep-dive into some of the tastiest sweet dishes around and a few words of advice from hospitality guru Sophie Gilmour about starting an eatery. But if cultural consumption is more what you’re hungering for, our Culture section is equally full of recommendations around what to watch, read and listen to in the coming months.
Over in Design, we explore the fantastical, utopian worlds of digital art and look at an exquisite property tucked into a remote part of Waiheke Island, alongside detailing the simplest ways to spruce up your interiors. Similarly, our fashion section will see you adequately equipped for an Autumnal change-up, with new labels to know, trends to get on board with and a masterclass in style with the new Creative Director of luxury womenswear label Adrienne Winkelmann, Jessica Grubiša.
And if your feet are starting to feel itchy as we approach the season when we would usually be planning an overseas trip, look no further than our Navigator section, bursting with Expedition Earth’s photos of less-frequented parts of New Zealand alongside Eddie von Dadelszen’s trip down memory lane, as the designer waxes lyrical on all the overseas destinations that have meant something to him.
Offering an optimistic vision for the future, our Autumn issue is not only a reminder of the wellspring of talent we have on our doorstep, but a reminder for us to proactively go out and support those individuals in hospitality, design, fashion and beyond, working hard to ensure Auckland continues to grow into a world-class city.
From its first designer collaboration with the inimitable Karl Lagerfeld in 2004, H&M has welcomed a stream of high-fashion names through its high-street doors, creating collections with the likes of Kenzo, Erdem, Moschino’s Jeremy Scott and couture darling Giambattista Valli. Only getting better with every year, these collections have become beloved for the way they democratise pieces by some of the biggest names in fashion, allowing everyone to buy into the designers they love.
Now, for its 2021 iteration, H&M has teamed up with none other than Simone Rocha — the lauded, Irish designer whose London-based brand reached a milestone 10 years in business this year. Celebrating Simone Rocha’s signature whimsy, the collection brings the silhouettes, embellishments, shapes and influences that have, for so long, defined the Simone Rocha brand, lending contemporary twists to classic looks and paying homage to a label that has always marched to the beat of its own drum.
In creating the H&M collection, Rocha dipped into her archives to consider how she could rework elements of her past into pieces for a new audience. The result runs the full gamut of styles from special-occasion looks to more casual pieces and even includes menswear and childrenswear alongside the women’s offering — marking the first time the brand has created options for the whole family.
And while the designs are distinctly Simone Rocha in style — think tartan details, elements of tulle, beading, florals and of course the classic pink-red combination that has become so associated with the brand — they are also inherently wearable and are sure to give our everyday ensembles a much-needed spruce-up.
This collection is available exclusively at H&M Commercial Bay from the 11th of Marchin strictly limited quantities, styles and sizes.
You’ve had more time than usual to appraise your surroundings, so take the opportunity to challenge your perspective and elevate your interior with this selection of refined masterpieces.
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Waning Gibbous to Waxing Crescent, February 2020, 37°20’33.4”S 175°30’30.5"E (2020) by Katie van der Drift
Waning Gibbous to Waxing Crescent, February 2020, 37°20’33.4”S 175°30’30.5"E (2020) by Katie van der Drift
$5,250 Chromogenic Photograph from 4×5” Negative 1220 x 980mm From Sanderson Contemporary
Reality Effect by Matt Arbuckle
Reality Effect by Matt Arbuckle
$3,500 Acrylic and oil stick on knitted polyester 620 x 825mm (framed in aluminium) From Parlour Projects
Never underestimate the power of a well-designed console to add a practical yet aesthetically-pleasing element to any space — whether you’re looking to incorporate drawers, display spaces and shelves into a living room, or cleverly punctuate an entryway. We suggest perusing this array of sleek consoles, rendered in a variety of finishes and styles to suit any decorating style.
From New York to London and now Milan, the globally trying times haven’t halted the progress of the seasonal fashion collections. Once again, most of the shows on the international fashion week circuits were digitally-focused, with designers utilising livestreamed runway shows to an audience on the other side of a screen; plus artfully-shot lookbooks and films to showcase their ready-to-wear releases for Fall/Winter 2021.
Of course, it’s still possible (and encouraged) to take inspiration from the likes of Prada, Fendi, Emilia Wickstead, Gabriela Hearst and more for how to style your own wardrobe this autumn — and perhaps what to invest in. Here are five trends we’ve spied to update your sartorial repertoire.
Top of the Crops Whether rendered as a bra-top under a jacket, or as a rib-skimming knit, designers put the upper midriff on show this season — usually paired with a longer hemline on the bottom, try with some slouchy trousers or a calf-length skirt.
From left: Rosetta Getty; Fendi; Emilia Wickstead; Fendi
Blanket Dressing Cosy does it with the copious number of ponchos, knits and oversized throws shown from the likes of Gabriela Hearst, Erdem and Alberta Ferretti. When it comes to this look, sleeves are overrated.
From left: Colville; Alberta Ferretti; Erdem; Gabriela Hearst
Lovely Leather The black biker jacket has been firmly shown the door (aside from one sighting at Simone Rocha) in favour of buttery overcoats in a range of both neutral and saturated shades. Whether you opt for a looser, 80s-inspired silhouette or something more polished and fitted, the leather overcoat is an easy way to instantly look put together.
From left: Jason Wu; Alberta Ferretti; Gabriela Hearst; Proenza Schouler
Creamy Cable Knits Fine knit jumpers and dresses may be ideal for layering, but a chunky cable knit makes a statement and designers have gone for supersized stitches this season.
From left: The Row; Khaite; Ulla Johnson; Gabriela Hearst
Leg It Add a touch of sass to an otherwise covered-up look with a skirt that reveals a (still nicely summer-bronzed) leg when you stride about your day. As seen at 3.1 Phillip Lim, it’s a great way to show off statement hosiery — another big trend.
From left: Proenza Schouler; Victoria Beckham; 3.1 Phillip Lim; Emilia Wickstead
Standalone Designer Highlights
Prada For their latest collection as co-creative directors, Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons were inspired by change and transformation, and the liminality that exists between two disparate states of being. Harnessing both simplicity and complexity; elegance and practicality; expression and minimalism, the joyful collection is the perfect antidote to dark times with its tactile textures and artful layering.
Prada Fall/Winter 2021 Ready-to-Wear
The Row With an uncanny ability to make us rethink the proportions of everything we wear, The Row has done it again this season with a perfectly relaxed take on its signature minimalist sensibility. The way forward, it seems, is just the right amount of oversized — from a cream turtleneck tucked into white trousers to a louche yet (naturally) luxurious camel suit.
Fendi Kim Jones’ first women’s ready-to-wear collection for Fendi was a masterclass in neutrals imbued with rich interest, proving a muted colour palette is anything but boring. We love the fringed coats, both belted and not, the sumptuous materials and ultra-long sleeves.
There is something about coloured concrete that makes you stop and look. Think about LA’s infamous Paul Smith wall or Majorca’s Neuendorf House. It has an arresting effect, transforming something that usually feels stoic and industrial into something that carries a unique presence, and serves to deliver intrigue and dimension.
Known for harnessing the potential of coloured concrete like no one else, PeterFell has cultivated a stellar reputation for its tonal slabs. Already offering a number of bold shades that create attention-grabbing spaces, PeterFell is taking this one step further with the release of its new pastel range.
Offering pastel-coloured concrete in six new shades, PeterFell’s latest collection will work to create dreamy, utopian spaces that stand out against the stark minimalism we so often see trending in design.
Thanks to the use of Aalborg white cement providing a starting point that is significantly lighter than normal, PeterFell was able to achieve a range of true pastels, just as they should be — soft, chalky and perfectly-pigmented. From the cool, dusty tones of Spearmint and Bluebell to the faded, pinky hues of Peach and Blush, PeterFell’s new concrete is giving us the best excuse we’ve had in a while to fill our homes with colour.
Clockwise from left: Lavender; Bluebell; Spearmint; Buttercup; Blush; Peach
Last year, we were introduced to some of the best tacos we’ve ever tried courtesy of Manuel Moreno and his inner-city spot Mr. Taco. Now, Moreno is treating our taste buds to another authentic Mexican specialty with his recently-opened eatery two doors around the corner on Victoria Street: Miss Torta.
Offering all-day breakfast, lunch and dinner until 8pm, Miss Torta is named for the ubiquitous Mexican torta, or sandwiches, that form the central dishes on its menu. Comprising a soft white bun within which a variety of delicious fillings are combined, the tortas are perfect for a quick, easy and tasty lunch (or dinner) that will leave you full and satisfied.
From left: The Cubana with crumbed beef fillet, ham, sausages and cheese; Inside Miss Torta’s Victoria Street location
Variations include the Pierna Adobada, with tender and moist marinated pulled pork, Milanesa, a crunchy crumbed beef fillet, a jamón y queso (ham and cheese) — and more. All the tortas include tomatoes, shredded lettuce and thinly sliced red onion, as well as avocado and jalapeños or chipotle. The Cubana is one of the most popular tortas in Mexico, says Moreno, with a hearty filling of crumbed beef fillet, ham, thin sausages and cheese, plus the aforementioned lettuce et al.
While taquerias are everywhere in Mexico, Tortarias are also extremely ubiquitous, Moreno tells us, and he wanted to introduce New Zealanders to the beauty of the hearty sandwich. He commissions a local bakery to bake his torta buns in exactly the right way, and always uses the freshest ingredients.
From left: Chilaquiles with tortilla chips, salsa, queso fresco and eggs; The torta buns are specially made by a local bakery
Along with the tortas, the all-day breakfast menu offers a variety of traditional Mexican dishes. Think Chilaquiles — tortilla chips, red or green salsa, queso fresco and two fried eggs — huevos rancheros, and huevos a la Mexicana (Mexican-style scrambled eggs). You’ll also find dishes like tortilla soup, fish tacos, enchiladas and fajitas on the ‘all-day, everyday’ menu, great options for a low key dinner.
Should you be thirsty, there are colourful Jarrito sodas, but we’d have a glass of Miss Torta’s house-made horchata any day. A delicious, creamy iced drink, we’re told it is made from “rice milk, a splash of sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon… and love.” We’ll have a top-up, please.
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