We’re all familiar with Superette. It’s been a longstanding source of all things designer down-under (think Camilla & Marc,Bassike, P.E. Nation,One Teaspoon, Zimmermann, Ksubi et al.) and over the years has expanded into five stores around the country. Deciding to go in a different direction for its latest store, Superette has set its sights on global designers and is bringing a raft of ‘findings from afar’ to New Zealand.
Its sixth store, the aptly-named Superette International, has just opened in Newmarket and is positioning itself as the slightly more worldly sibling of the Superette we all know and love. Taking up residence at 8 Kent St, the new outpost boasts sleek interiors by Melbourne’s Design Office, where opulent touches meet reclaimed timber floors and industrial, concrete detailing. It will stand as a raw but polished backdrop for overseas labels like James Perse, Reiko Paris, Janessa Leone,Les Coyotes De Paris and Rag & Bone — with many more set to land in the future.
Aiming to host customers for one-on-one styling appointments as well as playing host to fashionable events, Superette International is feeding our insatiable desire for the new without having to board a plane.
Forget Instagram stars and Hypebeast rappers, let Jeff Goldblum, Daniel Day-Lewis and Vincent Cassel guide you through the cooler months in timeless style.
Jeff Goldblum —The elegant eclectic Everyone loves to love Jeff Goldblum. And why wouldn’t they? He’s a universal treasure. Perhaps it’s his perpetually quotable roles (like Dr. Malcolm in Jurassic Park) or his penchant for conspicuous patterns that makes him such an icon. Whatever the reason, Goldblum’s style is one that balances fun and fancy with deft precision. His ability to pull-off a turtleneck is enviable. And his thick-rimmed glasses prove that adopting a ‘signature’ accessory is important for any man. To emulate Goldblum this autumn, pair high-necked tees and fastened top-buttons with blazers and denim jackets. Add a pop of colour somewhere — even if it’s just a pair of outrageous socks — and buy up large on the loafer front. Bonus points if you can come up with your own catchphrase.
Vincent Cassel —The effortless flâneur Ah, the elegance of the French. Call it a generalisation but you’d be hard-pressed to find an exception to this rule, and Vincent Cassel is certainly not it. Sartorial expertise comes easily for this actor. Having mastered the art of casual suiting and perfected the rolled sleeve, Cassels’ understated style has a certain ‘je ne sais quoi’ that demands emulation. Opt for darker colours, denim shirts and luxuriously laid-back linen if you want to contend with Cassel. Tame strict tailoring with relaxed polos, and try a French accent on for size.
Sir Daniel Day-Lewis —The ageless cool-kid Widely recognised as one of the greatest actors of his generation (or any generation for that matter), Sir Daniel Day-Lewis might have retired from Hollywood, but his role as a bastion of style is the one he embodies beyond the screen. Being the strong, silent type lends this actor an air of untouchable coolness. And despite his penchant for workwear pants and field jackets, his outfits always boast idiosyncratic touches. For those embracing the Day-Lewis look this season, don’t dabble. Embrace the ‘method’ of the man himself and commit fully, or not at all. Beanies, boots and brooding are the keywords to keep in mind.
Music is a unifying force. And in light of recent events, what better time than now to be thinking about coming together to listen to records with friends and family. So we thought we’d consult some of the best in the biz’, Holiday Records, to get the lowdown on the albums and artists we should be adding to our ‘heavy rotation’. Focusing this particular list of recommendations on female musicians and bands, Ben and Joel walk us through five records we should be listening to right now.
The Coathangers –– The Devil You Know This is an album we have been thrashing in store since its release in early March 2019. The all-woman punk trio delivers an energetic and powerful record highlighted by epic vocal interplay that emphasises their meaningful, truthful and confronting lyrics. The driving guitar in front of the thumping bass and some rock’n’roll drumming works perfectly.
Our Favorite Track: “Bimbo”
Sharon Van Etten (Left) Aldous Harding (Right)
Sharon Van Etten –– Remind Me Tomorrow Sharon Van Etten, most likely known for her dark but strangely upbeat, melodic single ‘Every Time the Sun Comes Up’, has just released a new album Remind me Tomorrow. She again draws on her potent singer-songwriting skills, mixed with silky synthetic basslines and impressive instrumentals to deliver a critically acclaimed album that has been lauded as her most intoxicating and impressive record to date.
Aldous Harding –– Designer Although technically not released yet, we love the melodic first single, “The Barrel”, off Aldous Harding’s upcoming album Designer. Her hauntingly beautiful and unmistakable voice, over a simple piano chord progression and plucked guitar is worth a listen. The undeniably catchy tune from this award-winning Kiwi singer will have you listening to it on repeat. We can’t wait for the album which is set for release in late April 2019.
The music video is a perfect accompaniment to the beauty and unease of the single and is a must watch.
Tiny Ruins –– Olympic Girls This is another favourite New Zealand indie-folk ensemble, fronted by the mesmerising voice of singer-songwriter, Hollie Fullbrook. It’s a nice, easy-listening album full of glistening acoustic tracks and lyrics that slow down time, transport you elsewhere and just leave you feeling nice. The album was released February 2019.
Our Favourite Track: “School of Design”
Fazerdaze –– Morningside Fazerdaze is a project by Kiwi Amelia Murray that was recorded entirely in her bedroom studio in Auckland. It has resulted in a dreamy pop record that has unsurprisingly been played almost daily in our store this year. Her amazing voice is guided by synthy keys and some fantastic drum rhythms that will have you listening to it from beginning to end in your own bedroom soon enough.
Our Favourite Track: “Lucky Girl”
Albums available from Holiday Records (with the exception of Sharon Van Etten –– Remind Me Tomorrow — which will arrive soon).
Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen transcended their starlet status of the 90s and early 00s to become serious figures in fashion with their label, The Row. Widely-acclaimed and recognised for its exquisite fabrics, meticulous tailoring and uncompromising elegance, the brand was named in reverence of London’s Savile Row, and as such, embodies the same kind of consistent luxury as its British inspiration.
Ever present on all of our wish lists, rarely does a label tap so perfectly into what women want from their everyday wardrobes than this, which is why, when we heard that The Row would be available in Auckland, we took note. Scotties Boutique has acquired a refined selection of the brand’s womenswear, including knotted bags, silky camisoles and versatile slip-ons, as it adds this coveted label to its already outstanding line-up.
Christian Wijnants Summer ’19
Alongside The Row sit a number of beautiful new pieces from Japanese label, Sacai, as well as a selection from Christian Wijnants — the eponymous label of the designer from Antwerp who has gained worldwide acclaim for his elegant knitwear (he was the winner of the esteemed Woolmark Prize in 2013), layered prints and intriguing colours.
Sacai Resort ’19
With new season requirements on our minds and an unassailable love for these brands in our hearts, it’s fair to say you’ll find us combing carefully through Scotties’ recent arrivals in the hope of capturing some of their sartorial magic for ourselves.
Our universal love of beige-toned, foods of convenience served with a side of guilt has come of age. Ceremoniously undergoing a heightened evolution at the hands of some of the country’s finest chefs, the new incarnation of the humble fast food, might be just as fast, but it’s a hell of a lot fancier.
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Cheeseburger from The Culpeper
Cheeseburger from The Culpeper
The definition of refinement, in a burger. If Sinatra were a burger, he would taste like this. The harmonious balance of flavours encased between the sesame bun has to be tasted to be believed. A succulent wagyu beef patty takes centre stage, topped with a slice of melted smoked cheddar cheese, jalapeño mustard, lettuce and tomatoes and finished off with crunchy pickles. Pick up the beast, bite into it and hear the sweet serenade of Ol’ Blue Eyes’ ‘I’ve got a crush on you’.
It seemed almost revolutionary when waffle fries were first introduced to New Zealand kitchens in the 2000s. Elevating the beloved classic, Culprit, the purveyor of contemporary cuisine, has taken a punt, by drizzling its iteration in crayfish oil before seasoning the crispy chunks of potato with paprika salt. And boy, has it paid off. Served with an essential side of crayfish head mayo (derived from an oil made from the crayfish heads), this is fish and chips at its most inspired.
There’s fried chicken, and then there’s Simon & Lee’s fried chicken. The purveyors of some of the best crispy bird in town, from hot Nashville, country fried or buttermilk, it’s their Korean fried chicken that really is something special. Pre-seasoned and double fried for maximum flavour and crunch, Simon & Lee glaze its crispy fried free-range chicken with a thick, sticky marinade of your choice, either garlic soy, safe spicy or danger spicy. But we recommend you stay safe, because as they say, if you can’t handle the heat…
Going above and beyond the traditional, and somewhat uncouth garlic bread of old, Lowbrow has single-handedly resurrected the childhood favourite. Four pillowy-soft rolls with a salted, butter crust join together in a big cloud of bready goodness. Tear each roll apart and you’ll notice that the culinary minds at Lowbrow have gone above and beyond the traditional method of using a knife to spread the garlic butter on the bread. Instead, they’ve injected garlic and parsley butter into each roll, which ceremoniously soaks into the warm, fluffy bread as it cooks.
Long affiliated with New York street peddlers, the hot dog is an original member of the fast food family. Putting a Korean spin on the classic, Han’s head chef Min Baek has replaced the mystery-meat with premium pork and spicy kimchi sausage — made via a collaboration with Grey Lynn Butchers — served in their own house-made soft bun, and smothered in a cabbage slaw that’s coated in an oozy mayonnaise and maple mustard. Finished with melted cheese, this hot dog is one of a kind.
Made famous by a certain bearded Colonel, Auckland’s rooftop eatery, Seven has stepped things up a notch with its delightful incarnation of popcorn shrimp. Each crispy battered morsel contains a plump delectable prawn. The bite-sized wonders are sprinkled with fragrant fried basil leaves before being coated in a zingy, spicy sriracha-spiked dressing. Once you pop you can’t stop.
Head Chef Maia Atvars is playing with fast food preconceptions with his latest creation, the fried oyster muffin. No doubt inspired by the offerings served under the ubiquitous golden arches, Atvars’ dish sees soft English muffins doused in butter and grilled for a supremely crispy exterior, before being filled with battered and fried oysters, a creamy black garlic aioli sauce and thin slices of daikon radish to elevate the crunch. Eat your heart out Ronald.
Like the indulgent feasts of bygone eras, the modern dinner party is about more than simply offering everyone their fair share. With Gucci’s SS19 accessories setting the tone of relaxed merriment, this opulent dinner is framed by an air of luxury, encouraging us to remain around the table well after the plates have been cleared.
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Arli leather bag, gloves, silk shirt and vest
Arli leather bag, gloves, silk shirt and vest
GG diamond tights and shoes
GG diamond tights and shoes
Charm belt, Rahja large tote and gloves
Charm belt, Rahja large tote and gloves
Zumi strawberry print top handled bag, mid-heel pumps with half-moon GG and strawberry print tights
Zumi strawberry print top handled bag, mid-heel pumps with half-moon GG and strawberry print tights
Tights, shoes, metal necklace with crystals and triple wrap snake bracelet
Tights, shoes, metal necklace with crystals and triple wrap snake bracelet
Bracelet and large GG canvas backpack
Bracelet and large GG canvas backpack
Image credit: Styling: Margie Cooney, Art Direction: Fran King
Despite ominous morning clouds giving a number of us cause to consider sporting a hat for the day, last Saturday ended up being the perfect afternoon to don our weekend best and congregate at The Heineken Urban Polo. Spending the day watching exhilarating matches and sipping on flutes of crisp Perrier-Jouët Grand Brut and Rosé champagne, guests in the Denizen and Perrier-Jouët marquee were greeted with flowing drinks and floral installations. The talented florists at Wonder Florals were tasked with adorning the space, transforming it into a summer garden where every corner was festooned in verdant leaves and petals in hues of pink.
Taking up a spot that boasted some of the best views of the on-field action and filled with plenty of jovial conversation, the Denizen and Perrier-Jouët marquee proved the perfect place to enjoy everything the Urban Polo had to offer.
In Chino Canyon in California’s Coachella Valley sits a structure that both blends seamlessly with its surrounding environment, and stands as a beacon of intriguing design against the arid backdrop of sand and shrubbery.
Not a private home, the Desert Palisades Guardhouse was designed for the security guards who watch over the surrounding residences, although the creative minds at Los Angeles based design firm Studio AR&D Architects weren’t about to let the building’s functional nature stand in the way of it being an utterly beguiling feat of modern design.
Jutting out from the rolling landscape with its rectangular construction and stoic, straight lines, the Guardhouse was constructed from steel that was left to naturally rust, lending the outside of the building a tone that makes its geometric nature seem, against reason, to fit in perfectly with its wild environs.
This synergistic connection with nature continues inside, where a generous use of glass renders the interiors light and airy — despite their darker colour scheme. Using timber to carry the rustic orange of the exterior, inside, the clever fit-out has resulted in a space that is cool and calm — a sure relief for those battling the daily desert heat.
Tom Dixon Beat pendants from ECC | Vitra Noguchi coffee table from Matisse | Classicon Bell side table from Matisse
Tying in touches of mid-century modern design (the kind we’ve grown to expect from this part of the world) with contemporary, sculptural finishes and a minimalistic colour scheme, the Desert Palisades Guardhouse despite its nature as inherently low-key, is a structure deserving of attention — and we’re happy to oblige.
Translating to ‘barn’ in French, The Grange, located in the recently-opened Smales Farm hospitality precinct, The Goodside, offers an eatery with a sophisticated yet casual ambience.
Staying true to its name, The Grange comprises a collection of spaces including an elegant main dining room, an all-weather terrace, private dining room and functioning greenhouse as well as a large sunny courtyard leading out from the bar. It has been designed in a way where all of the individual spaces connect together to form an idyllic sanctuary, just like a genuine, authentic grange.
The main dining area seats around 40 people, the terrace another 40, while 32 can dine in the courtyard. The sophisticated private dining room will host 18-20 people, and the greenhouse is also open to private dining for more intimate parties of up to 10 people.
Any eatery of this scale requires a hands-on approach by experienced operators, which is most certainly the case with The Grange. Co-owned and managed by Holly Wilson and Nik Stakes who have cultivated a rich understanding of the dining scene with collective experience managing notable local restaurants including Baduzzi, Rata and Madam Woo as well as Melbourne’s infamous Italian eateries Tipo 00 and Osteria Ilaria, and Australia’s iconic Asian fusion restaurant, Chin Chin.
The Greenhouse
The interior of The Grange boasts a harmony of modern design and natural elements as vines of greenery are intertwined into the chic shades of black and marble surfaces. The rich oak interior is complemented with plush velvet seating and is warmly lit with simplistic pendant lighting. Designed by co-owner of The Grange, architect Mark Wilson of MDS Design has managed to create a restaurant that is charming and sumptuous while remaining inherently relaxed and welcoming.
The Grange has an extensive drinks menu consisting of boutique wines from around New Zealand and all over the world, as well as a selection of the finest spirits and cocktails. Stakes, having managed numerous restaurants and bars in the past, has developed and diversified his wine palate over the years and is showcasing his discerning taste via his curation of The Grange’s extensive list of beverages.
Citrus poached crayfish & crab with witloof
The kitchen is operated by Head Chef, Regnar Christensen who previously helmed the kitchen at Wellington’s acclaimed restaurant, Ortega Fish Shack. Christensen uses The Grange as his creative outlet utilising seasonable herbs from the on-site greenhouse and local produce to create dishes such as heirloom tomatoes with burrata and basil, citrus poached crayfish and crab with witloof.
Other menu highlights include the charcuterie board with duck liver pate, pappardelle with beef cheek ragu, basil and radicchio and the 12-hour braised lamb shoulder for two.
Coconut sugar figs with buffalo curd, pistachio cake crumble and Moscato granita
Making sure to keep anyone with a sweet tooth satiated too, The Grange offers a delectable array of desserts, featuring classics such as tiramisu, hazelnut parfait and housemade ice cream and sorbet — all of which are elevated by a line-up of wines specifically designed to match. As figs are in season, Christensen has taken advantage of this product to create a seasonal treat (one of our favourites). The figs are roasted in coconut sugar and accompanied by creamy buffalo curd and crushed pistachio cake with a Moscato granita before being finished with a drizzle of housemade fig leaf oil.
Calling The Grange a restaurant would be an understatement. It’s a cultural space for the local community, striving to fulfil all of our gastronomic needs. The all-day menu is not even a fraction of what this place is capable of, where a refined breakfast can segue into a productive working lunch, and a Friday afternoon BBQ session or elevated yet nostalgic Sunday roast present the perfect ways to unwind after a busy week. Whether it’s a quick drop-in meal or a drawn-out, romantic dinner on the terrace at sunset, the new heart of the North Shore will always be ready to give you a superb experience.
Opening hours: Monday – Friday: 8am until late Saturday & Sunday: 9:30am until late
Though the summer days are behind us, autumn does give us a little more to work with than the heat allows. This is the beginning of layers, blazers, turtlenecks and trousers (although we’re not advocating dusting off the heavy-duty winter woolies right away). And with the need to wear more, comes the scope for some sartorial creativity — which is why it is one of my favourite times of the year to get dressed.
‘Transeasonal’ is the undeniable buzzword of autumn— bandied about as if it connoted some big, mysterious period of time through which we need to be led, step-by-step so that we don’t (heaven forbid) wear too much or too little. Well, we’re all adults here, and I won’t insult your intelligence by imparting on you another paternalistic ‘guide to transeasonal dressing,’ as if I were revealing the cure for cancer, or the solution to some unsolvable equation. The bottom line is this: as it gets colder, add layers. If too many are added, remove. Groundbreaking.
The other gripe I have with the transeasonal trope is that it often results in looks that err on the side of blandness. Autumn marks a time when new trends and movements emerge on the runways of New York, London, Milan and Paris — in the year’s first fashion month. So rather than being a time to play it safe, it actually offers up the opportunity to experiment with different looks while the weather remains at a relatively mild level.
From the colours everyone is wearing to the reimaginings of past styles, this year’s fashion month has offered up a profusion of autumnal inspo, including a tone I honestly never thought I would wear and a number of new takes on classic pieces. Without telling you how to dress (I think you probably have a handle on that by now) I wanted to outline some of the things I’ve found myself searching for in preparation for the season at hand. The essential things. The things upon which I will build and curate my wardrobe in the lead-up to winter. And the things I counsel you to seriously consider adding to your line-up too.
A trench – this classic piece really can do no wrong, whether you opt for one in its more traditional, timeless form, or one that throws caution to the wind with delightful abandon (we’re talking patterned, patent and transparent). Maybe you take a leaf out of J.W Anderson’s book (who created one of the most major trench moments of the season) and go for volume. Or embrace a change of tone inspired by Jacquemus’ pink iteration. However it materialises, this is the undeniable coat of the season so embrace accordingly.
A.W.A.K.E Mode | Christian Dior | J.W Anderson | Simone Rocha
Something orange — a colour I never thought I would wear again after a particularly enthusiastic bout of donning it as a 12-year-old, orange is indeed, the new black. Seeing salmon-coloured skirts, apricot bags, carrot-toned trousers and tangerine tops, the wave of orange was seen as much on the runways as it was outside the shows. From Saint Laurent to Mulger to Lanvin to Loewe to Off-White to Eudon Choi to Sies Marjan — when I say it was everywhere, it was everywhere.
Intriguing hosiery — what better way to layer, after all, than with a pair of coloured, patterned or plain stockings. Although we think leaving the latter out wouldn’t be such a bad idea this season. Brands like Burberry and Gucci swathed models’ legs in colour and pattern, elevating looks out of the realm of the expected.
Clockwise from top left: Versace | Burberry | Shrimps (both) | Gucci | Versace
A statement dress — think about the attention Molly Goddard garnered for her incredibly-layered, tulle frocks or Simone Rocha’s consistent commitment to exaggerated silhouettes. A bold dress need not be relegated to special occasions or grand dress-codes. It would seem the new way to wear a dress, whether it be long, asymmetrical, frilly, voluminous, lacy or colourful, is with a pair of your favourite flats or sneakers and a devil-may-care attitude.
Saint Laurent | Prada | Molly Goddard | Christian Dior
A long skirt — with The Row’s consistent championing of modest, sleek silhouettes and Hedi Slimane’s second outing for Celine heralding the return of iconic 70s motifs and bourgeoisie style — it would seem that the long skirt is being placed as one of the pieces of the season. Making its comeback in modern, block colours, pleated textures and heritage fabrics, the long skirt will offer something different to your typical, tailored trousers.
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