Turning 21 is a milestone worth marking with intention, and as such, it warrants a wardrobe that feels elevated yet effortless — whether you’re celebrating your own foray into adulthood or someone else’s.
From chic jewellery to statement dresses and sharp yet playful tailoring, the vibe should be fun and fabulous. Here, we share an edit of what to wear to mark the occasion in fitting fashion.
Step out in standout style with fun and fabulous looks guaranteed to steal the spotlight.
While winter may be behind us (at last!), and we should be making for the great outdoors come the weekend, sometimes there’s no better way to relax than to lose yourself in a great watch. Luckily, there’s a slew of captivating, cerebral, and comic new releases to keep us entertained. Here, we’ve rounded up an edit of the new films, series, and returning shows that have our attention.
Coming 25th September
Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, this thrilling drama stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Benicio Del Toro, and Teyana Taylor as former revolutionaries forced back into action when a long-buried enemy returns. Bound by loyalty and sacrifice, they must rescue a teammate’s daughter in a tense story of unfinished battles and hard-won redemption.
Coming late October
Keanu Reeves stars as Gabriel, a well-meaning but bumbling angel who swaps the lives of struggling gig worker, Arj (played by Aziz Ansari) and wealthy venture capitalist, Jeff (played by Seth Rogen). This playful comedy explores wealth, identity, and what really makes a life worth living.
Coming 23rd September
In The Lowdown, Ethan Hawke plays Lee Raybon, a relentless Tulsa “truthstorian” whose latest exposé sparks a dangerous unraveling. Set in a crumbling city and a fractured family, this gritty new thriller is all about what happens when you know too much.
Watch now on Amazon Prime
In The Girlfriend, Laura’s picture-perfect life is upended when her beloved son introduces Cherry — a charming newcomer whose presence quickly sows suspicion. What starts as polite unease escalates into a gripping battle of wits in this taut drama about love, ambition, and the dangerous games people play.
Coming 24th September
Based on Mick Herron’s London Rules, and off the back of a slew of Emmy nominations, Slow Horses returns for a fifth season with more blood, blunders, and blistering one-liners as Jackson Lamb (Gary Oldman) leads his team of outcasts into a new national security nightmare.
Coming 16th October
Season three of The Diplomat ups the stakes as Kate Wyler (played by Keri Russell) finds herself in the role she never wanted — with the power to match. With the president dead, and the vice presidency in reach, political ambition and personal fallout collide in explosive new ways.
Give your wardrobe a timely update with the seasonal essentials that will see you through spring in style. From lightweight jackets to new season denim and the must-have accessories of the moment, this is everything you need to build a curated capsule for the season ahead.
Nothing says spring quite like a breezy mid-length dress — perfectly primed to take you from the office to after-work drinks and beyond.
This rustic-chic jacket’s popularity is showing no signs of wavering — a quintessential wardrobe all-rounder that pairs as well with jeans and a tee as it does a short skirt and boots.
An enduring staple for a reason, a well-cut pair of jeans is a year-round essential, and the wide-leg flare is proving this season’s sartorial superhero.
Put your best foot forward in the shoe of the moment. Part boat shoe, part loafer — this is a hybrid that shouldn’t work in principal, but in practice proves effortlessly elevated.
Bringing a definitive air of laid-back luxury to any look, the rafia bag takes cues from summertime style while proving its prowess year-round.
Finish your look with a flourish and embrace a 70s-inspired shade upgrade this spring — the undisputed frame of the season.
Another shoe hybrid with strong fashion footing, this season, walk the walk in a chic wedged mule.
A silk scarf paired with just about anything is proving a foolproof fashion formula.
Embrace your inner Scandi It Girl and lean into pyjama dressing. ‘Just rolled out of bed’ never looked so chic.
The office shirt has been revamped this spring, with a few bells and whistles that will turn heads at both brunch and in the boardroom.
After months of monochromatic wardrobes and early nights, there’s something about this time of year that feels like coming up for air. Solstice at Commercial Bay is back this September (18th—21st), and it’s shaping up to be the perfect excuse to shake off winter and step into something a little lighter.
Anchoring the celebrations are two runway shows, styled by Karen Inderbitzen-Waller, with a line-up that leans into the optimism of the season. Think fresh collections from the likes of Wynn Hamlyn, Juliette Hogan, Sylvester, Coach and more — pieces designed to lift your mood and energise your wardrobe for the brighter days ahead.
Beyond the runway, the precinct will be buzzing. Harbour Eats welcomes exciting new arrivals — Mokki (serving ceremonial-grade matcha and açai bowls) and King Pow (your new go-to for dumplings and bao) — alongside spring dining offers from go-to favourites. There’s live music, exclusive in-store offers, and a very good reason to shop: one lucky visitor will take home a $5,000 spending spree.
Solstice is all about that shift in energy — the longer days, the return of colour, and the joy of reconnecting. It’s the reset we’ve all been waiting for: fashion, food, music and good company, all wrapped up in a celebration of the season to come.
When & Where: Thursday 18th — Sunday 21st September, Commercial Bay
commercialbay.co.nz/solsticeevents
Phoebe Philo’s long-awaited accessories have arrived in New Zealand at Simon James, marking the first time the iconic styles have been within local reach. Beloved for her timeless yet irreverent aesthetic, Philo’s cult designs (cemented during her reign at Céline) blend minimalist precision with an effortless cool factor, transforming everyday essentials into future heirlooms.
The first arrivals are from Collection C, distilling Philo’s signature sensibility into bags and accessories that command attention without raising their voice. Available in-store now at Simon James’ Herne Bay boutique in Auckland.
Phoebe Philo’s covetable accessories are available to shop exclusively at Simon James’ Herne Bay boutique. To experience the collection, enquire via email, here.
Simon James
230 Jervois Road
Herne Bay
Auckland
1021
Perfectly located, effortlessly stylish, and famously Instagrammable, Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley is the ultimate celebration destination. Whether you’re turning 30 (again), planning a girls’ weekend, or orchestrating a milestone-worthy escape, this vibrant destination is where the good times roll.
Fortitude Valley has a reputation for knowing how to have a good time. Equal parts cultural hub, design precinct, and dining destination, it’s a place where every corner offers something worth discovering.
At the heart of it all is James Street — a design-savvy, foodie-favoured stretch that makes curating your itinerary almost too easy. Mornings start with boutique browsing and spa appointments, afternoons melt into rooftop cocktails or leisurely hours by the pool, and evenings are reserved for Brisbane’s dining heavyweights: think the Middle Eastern flavours of Hellenika, the contemporary European fare of Penelope Bistro, or the wood-fired mastery of Agnes.
Stay in one of the Valley’s many design-forward hotels, The Calile being the jewel in the crown — where arched architecture, pastel palettes, and sun-soaked terraces make every moment feel like a holiday. Curated celebrations here flow effortlessly from the chic rooftop to the intimate wine bar to design-forward event spaces, with the city’s buzzing energy as your backdrop. And when the night winds down? Plush beds, crisp sheets, and a well-earned late checkout await.
Vibrant, chic, and always a little sun-kissed, Fortitude Valley is celebration central.
Zoe Hobbs, Oceania’s fastest woman, embodies the same precision, resilience, and elegance as HardWear by Tiffany — each stride and each link a testament to the power of potential.
Zoe Hobbs moves with a precision born from years of relentless work. The New Zealand sprinter, Olympian, and fastest woman in Oceania has built a career centred on focus, grit, and an unwavering belief in what’s possible. For her, speed is only half the story; the unseen hours of training, recovery, travel, and mental preparation forge real strength.
For our Denizen cover shoot Hobbs shared, “True strength isn’t given, it’s built through discipline, resilience, and an unbreakable belief that you can defy the limits set for you.” It is this exact ethos that initially drew the athlete to HardWear by Tiffany — jewellery as bold and daring as Hobbs herself. Each link, crafted with intention, embodies resilience, determination, and enduring power, echoing the qualities Hobbs cultivates every day on and off the track.
Her decades of dedication crystallised in a defining moment when she broke the 100m sub-11 second barrier and transformed her long-held dream of going pro into a tangible reality. Every aspect of Hobbs’ career mirrors the craftsmanship of HardWear by Tiffany — centred on strength, and honed with intention. “HardWear is power refined, strength forged into elegance,” she says. Even setbacks, like a torn hamstring, are approached as moments to rebuild, refine, and come back stronger. “Every link in HardWear by Tiffany tells a story, just like every stage of my journey. It’s a reminder of how far I’ve come, and how far I still want to go.” On the track, the bold jewellery mirrors the strength of her stride; off it, it reflects a commitment to excellence and a desire to inspire others, especially young women chasing paths that once seemed unreachable.
“HardWear by Tiffany’s bold lines and unapologetic structure make it more than just jewellery. It’s power refined, strength forged into elegance.”
Looking ahead to World Championships, Commonwealth Games, and the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028, Hobbs is measuring success not only in seconds shaved and accolades, but in the integrity of her process, the precision of her preparation, and the clarity of her focus. Like each individual link in the HardWear by Tiffany collection, the building of Hobbs’ journey is deliberate, structured, and unapologetically strong.
Zoe Hobbs is running her own race; each stride a link in a seemingly unbreakable chain of momentum — built on patience, purpose, and an unwavering belief in her pursuit. “I believe in what’s next,” she says. “And I’m only just getting started.”
As the European summer season comes to a close, watch enthusiasts gathered on the shores of Lake Geneva for Geneva Watch Days, a more intimate, public-facing event that has become a key rendez-vous on the horological calendar. Launched in 2020 by Jean-Christophe Babin, CEO of LVMH Watches and Bvlgari, the event champions inclusivity and collaboration, offering a fresh perspective on contemporary watchmaking. Open to all and free of charge, it’s a platform for both renowned brands and independent players to showcase their craft.
For Bvlgari, Geneva Watch Days is an opportunity to present bold new interpretations of its signature timepieces. The Octo Finissimo Lee Ufan x Bvlgari epitomises this dialogue. Born from a creative exchange between Product Creation Executive Director Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani and South Korean-born, Japan-based artist Lee Ufan, the watch draws on one of Lee’s defining motifs: the contrast between a static rock and the infinite reflections of a mirror. The result is a titanium-cased and braceleted timepiece with a mirrored dial delicately accented by black hands, limited to 150 individually hand-finished pieces.
Alongside this, Bvlgari unveiled the Octo Finissimo Marble Tourbillon, a technical and aesthetic triumph. Carved from deep blue Italian marble, just 4.85 mm thick, and paired with a hand-wound BVL 268 calibre, the artful timepiece blends sculptural beauty with mechanical mastery.
Bvlgari has also revisited its Aluminium line in 2025, now cast in bronze. The new Bvlgari Bronzo GMT and Chronograph harness the alloy’s living patina, evolving over time to reflect the wearer’s own unfolding story. Distinctive, tactile, and full of Italian flair, they exemplify the Maison’s blend of heritage, savoir-faire, and contemporary boldness.
At Geneva Watch Days, Bvlgari proved once again that horology is as much about emotion and art as it is about precision and time.
There’s an art to demonstrating literary shrewdness from a glimpse of one’s shelves. Here’s how to establish yourself as a worldly, erudite and well-read individual.
They say not to judge a book by its cover, but to judge a person by their books, well that’s perfectly acceptable. On display for all and sundry to see, you could persuasively argue that no other personal accoutrement is as revealing as the tomes that weigh in on your coffee table — moreover, the literary masterpieces that reside on your shelves.
Irrespective of how dusty they might be, one would hope to find your worldly perspective reflected in a well-rounded literary assemblage. There are some titles whose presence is simply obligatory; The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Lee Harper’s To Kill A Mockingbird, and Papa Hem’s For Whom the Bell Tolls. But then come those solely there to impress; Homer’s Iliad, Daniel Defoe’s Robinson Crusoe and inevitably something by one of Russian greats — perhaps a copy of Dostoyevsky’s The Brothers Karamazov that when your date picks it up, you proceed to inform him/her that it’s Hillary Clinton’s favourite piece of literature. Never mind if its spine hasn’t once been broken.
While a few heavy-hitting volumes are all but imperative in the name of gaining some literary kudos (William Faulkner’s The Sound and the Fury might be a step too far), these ought to be broken up by subject matter more fanciful too. A splice of Truman Capote will demonstrate your deep-seated romanticism, and from who else could you have learnt that ‘the only way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it’’ but for Oscar Wilde in The Picture of Dorian Gray?
A heavily dog-eared copy of Shantaram — once taken on an intrepid escapade in a former life, i.e. your 20s — will serve as the marker of someone well-travelled while Keith Richards’ Life might be your only (vicarious) escapade into the world of rock stardom.
It always pays to have some poetry on hand — Wordsworth and Coleridge’s aptly titled Lyrical Ballads ought to do the trick, while an antique copy of The Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm (the second most widely read collection of stories in the world after the Bible) reveals all those who remain young at heart.
Though barely touching on the subject of coffee table books, a genre largely reserved for the very best of art, design and fashion, therein lies a trove of culture-loving insinuations for observers to pass judgement on. In light of as much, and with the giving season ahead, the following are some excellent titles that will help demarcate an astute taste in books.
1. A Short History of Nearly Everything
by Bill Bryson
2. Lolita
by Vladimir Nabokov
3. The Human Stain
by Philip Roth
4. 1984
by George Orwell
5. The Art Museum
by Editors of Phaidon Press
6. The Tipping Point
by Malcolm Gladwell
7. Jonathan Livingston Seagull
by Richard Bach
8. Catch-22
by Joseph Heller
9. Life
by James Fox and Keith Richards
10. The Bible
by various authors
11. Papillon
by Henri Charrière
12. Poolside with Slim Aarons
by Slim Aarons
13. Moby-Dick
by Herman Melville
14. The Catcher in The Rye
by J.D. Salinger
15. The Origin of Species
by Charles Darwin
16. The Penguin History of New Zealand
by Michael King
17. Andy Warhol “Giant” Size
by Editors of Phaidon Press
18. White Teeth
by Zadie Smith
19. The Interpretation of Dreams
by Sigmund Freud
20. The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
by C.S. Lewis
This Father’s Day, give Dad the gift he really wants (quality time with you), and strap into a movie you know he’ll love. From dad-centric classics to high-octane newcomers and everything in between, these are the films we suggest watching with the old boy this weekend.
Steve Martin at his dad-of-the-year peak. Watching George Banks panic over his daughter’s wedding is both hilarious and strangely relatable — because every dad who has headed down an aisle knows that mix of pride, love, and mild terror.
Tom Cruise returns as the ultimate ace, mentoring a new generation of pilots. Fast jets, father-figure vibes, and plenty of high-octane fun — it’s a no-brainer.
Robert De Niro as the ultimate overprotective dad? Classic. Ben Stiller’s hapless character navigating his in-laws’ terror-testing rituals makes for laughs that hit home for anyone who’s met the parents.
Edgy, chaotic, and absolutely unforgettable, while Fight Club might not be an obvious choice, it certainly is a cult classic, and anyone who likes to push boundaries will no doubt see themselves in the captivating storyline.
Will Smith delivers a deeply moving (read: tear-inducing) performance as Chris Gardner, a homeless salesman, and father determined to provide for his son against all odds.
Adam Sandler’s Sonny Koufax might start off as a carefree bachelor, but fatherhood quickly flips his world upside down. Big Daddy is silly, heartfelt, and reminds us dads can show up in the most unexpected ways.
A classic that will always go down a treat, the original 1972 The Godfather always warrants a rewatch. Power, loyalty, family — it’s intense, iconic, and Don Vito Corleone will forever be the ultimate patriarch.
Will Smith embodies dedication itself as Richard Williams, whose vision and grit shaped Venus and Serena into tennis legends. It’s a real-life testament to fathers going above and beyond.
Bill Murray reliving the same day might not scream ‘dad movie,’ but the lessons in patience, persistence, and learning from mistakes is pure parenting wisdom.
Ad Astra stars Brad Pitt as an astronaut grappling with his father’s absence in this quiet, introspective story about fathers and sons, set against the stunning backdrop of space.
High-speed thrills meet teamwork and mentorship in this captivating Oscar-winning film starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale. Dads who love cars (or just great storytelling) will be hooked.
You simply can’t beat a classic. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade is a perfect mix of laughs, thrills, and father-son bonding that always goes down a treat — no matter how many times you’ve seen it.
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