Get ahead of your competitors and dress to command the respect you deserve in the business world. For reimagined work attire, opt for chic takes on coats paired with silk shirts, skirts, and pants.
New Balance needs little introduction. For the past century (plus), the family-owned brand has been crafting high quality, high performance, and often — whether intentionally or not, high fashion sneakers, with considered craftsmanship and unmatched utility at the fore.
Their latest release, the New Balance Made in USA 990v6, is a modern riff on their most classic and timeless sneaker. Originally designed in 1906, with subtle changes over time, the 990v6’s appeal remains universal today, offering a contemporary take on the classic sneaker design that elevates its everyday wearability. This iteration furthers the sneaker’s fashionable allure, thanks to sleek new materiality, while an update to the practical tech makes this shoe’s undeniable appeal all the more ubiquitous.
As the name might suggest, the entire Made in USA collection is made in America — something that very few brands can lay claim to, with most American footwear now produced offshore. And while there are many hues on offer, from soft, pastel shades like maize and winter fog, to a warm, weather-ready neutral sandstone, a striking true camo, and macadamia nut and arctic grey iterations featuring contrasting black soles and two-tone hiking laces, it’s the original grey shades that have our attention. A perhaps little-known fact is that New Balance was the first sneaker producers to offer a grey sneaker. In a world of white, New Balance wanted to create a unique, urban offering — something that stood out while blending in with their surrounds. A colour now ubiquitous with the brand, and the shade that has remained New Balance’s calling card.
This dedication to carving a new path has always been central to the brand’s ethos, the Made in USA collection taking this one step further — born from an unwavering commitment to those who want to stand out from the crowd and express themselves fearlessly, without compromising on comfort and quality.
With an unwavering dedication to craftsmanship and innovation, New Balance is not only making strides in style — it’s setting the benchmark for what a sneaker brand should be.
With our collective obsession with the health of our skin showing no signs of abating, the beauty industry has further amplified its research and differentiated its value proposition. While you may have just mastered the triple-step cleanse routine, you are probably quite a few more steps behind that internationally lauded beauty influencer who has moved onto a new daily regime, delivering some awe-inspiring results. Upskill your knowledge with our guide to what to look out for in your quest for the fountain of eternal youth.
Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide is a naturally occurring molecule in our cells that is responsible for DNA repair and cellular nutrition. As we age, there is a gradual decline in our body’s cellular NAD⁺ levels. This decline in NAD⁺ is linked to numerous age-associated diseases, including cognitive decline, cancer, metabolic disease, sarcopenia (age-related loss of muscle mass and strength), and frailty. Many diseases can be slowed down or even reversed by restoring NAD⁺ levels. NAD⁺ is also highly regarded for its unparalleled anti-ageing properties; it has become a powerful tool in beauty, used as both a topical ingredient and a supplement, either as a daily pill or intravenously infused (IV), with impressive results. NAD⁺ is also widely touted as a miracle ingredient that is believed to reverse age-induced deterioration of the skin.
These terms address the interaction between the mind and the skin and refer to the ways in which some skin conditions and issues can be addressed by looking internally first. They are about how our state of mind can affect us physically and how some solutions require a more than skin-deep approach.
Epigenetics is the study of our genes, and microRNAs are a class of molecules that influence how our cells develop and die and how our skin ages via epigenetic signals. For beauty companies, this particular area of epigenetics has fascinating potential in repairing older skin cells, with significant beauty brands already studying how the science can be harnessed effectively.
AI has already been changing skincare, but it’s set to continue in a big way. The new platform, Renude, is a great example. This AI-powered tool, trained to think like hundreds of experts, can accurately identify skin concerns to create a personalised routine focused on ingredients with multi-brand product recommendations.
Throw shade from behind some sleek glasses this season, with these styles that will do more than simply frame your face. Whether bold and statement-making is up your alley, or classic, chic and timeless is more your bag, here we bring together a selection of frames to suit any taste — and face.
Making it easier than ever to ditch the plastic waste that typically comes with all dishwashing products, Ecostore has unveiled its new range of Dish Soap Bars, a genius innovation for the kitchen sink. Equally as tough on grease as it is gentle on hands and, of course, the environment, Ecostore’s Dish Soap Bars are made from plant and mineral-based ingredients, and come in 100 percent recyclable cartons.
With the capacity to handle 125 washes (the equivalent of two 500ml bottles of conventional dish soap), these dish bars are the future.
To quickly clean individual dishes, simply scrub the dish soap bar with a wet dish brush or sponge to create a lather, and run over dishes to clean before rinsing.
To clean a sink full of dishes, or a load of pots and pans, add the bar into a wire holder and swirl around inside a sink full of water to create a soapy base. Clean as you usually would, rinse, et voilà!
Long beloved for the depth and richness it lends to contemporary spaces, velvet is a simple way to imbue homes with tactile charm. Embrace the luxury and opulence of velvet furnishings, which, when used correctly, are the perfect way to update your home for the cooler seasons.
The abrupt temperature change has seen us blasting the heater and turning to our most cosy attire, only to find that our winter wardrobes require a serious update. And while the cold, rainy weather might be putting a dampener on our social lives, we’ve decided to combat the blues with a spot of seasonal shopping. After all, what better excuse is there for picking up some new cashmere?
Here, we round up all of the knits we’re coveting to get us through the cooler months in style.
It’s time to go beyond the gloss to adopt a more purposeful pout. Bold lipstick is back in a big way and this is how you should be wearing it.
Lend some colour to your look by adding a failsafe red lip, opt for ombré, or for a more understated look that still stands out, try your hand at blurred lipstick.
Give your daily look a certain je ne sais quoi with classic red lipstick. Here, you can channel a low-maintenance French girl vibe with a shade of muted red and simple skin, or go full va-va-voom with a bold red guaranteed to turn heads.
The ombré look is achieved by applying a gradient of colour across the lips, starting with the darkest tones by the outer edges and cupid’s bow, and ending in the centre with a light, almost-translucent finish. All you need is a lip liner, two shades of lipstick and a gloss. It might take a bit of practice but the end result is worth it.
For a more understated lipstick look, try your hand at the blurred trend. Here, simply apply your colour to the inner parts of the lips and use your finger to smudge to the edges, resulting in
a blurry, ethereal effect with no defined lines. This look is simple, soft and super feminine.
Over the years, Gucci has staged its Cruise collections against some pretty epic backdrops, setting a scene that always feels more cinematic than the average runway. (After all, who better to bring the drama than this iconic Italian house?)
Now, for its Cruise 2025 collection, under Sabato De Sarno Gucci is looking to the iconic cultural hub that is London’s Tate Modern, flying in supporters of the brand, VIPs and celebrities from all over the world to witness the unveiling of its new offering.
Taking place tomorrow morning (Tuesday, the 14th of May) at 8am (New Zealand time), the show is set to be a spectacle of fashion, glamour and Gucci’s signature showmanship. We will be streaming the runway right here via our livestream link below, so all you have to do is return to this page at 8am tomorrow to witness all the fashion unfold in real-time. See you then.
In our pursuit of optimal health, we are faced with a seemingly endless array of powders and pills that promise to change our lives. But what should we actually be consuming in the mornings? Our nutritionist makes her recommendations.
Firstly, it’s true that the morning is the best time to consider establishing a solid supplement routine. From my years of experience working one-on-one with clients, the most common feedback I’ve received is that if they don’t take something first thing in the morning, then it often gets forgotten altogether.
Increasingly, more supplements are available in powder form, which not only allows the inclusion of multiple active ingredients, but also ensures that these ingredients can be present in more effective doses. Plus, a powder is super easy and efficient to add to a smoothie, water bottle or cereal, as opposed to having to take various tablets separately.
And while what you need to take will depend entirely on your personal health, diet, goals and lifestyle (what may be essential for one person, won’t necessarily be useful for another), generally speaking a fantastic morning supplement blend should address the basics to kick-start your day: energy and mental performance, immunity, skin health and gut health. These can all be covered by looking out for the following ingredients and nutrients. (Those seeking personalised recommendations should talk with a registered nutrition expert, or book with me at Belle Epoque Nutrition.)
This is an everyday must for anyone over 25 years old as it promotes collagen production and boosts your total protein intake which is especially important for recovering from a morning workout, weight loss and ageing. Taking a collagen supplement that includes the necessary cofactors (such as zinc and vitamin C) for collagen synthesis is essential, to ensure that the collagen is going where it is needed most.
I always recommend to my clients to eat eight servings of vegetables every day to get the vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients the body needs. But for some (including me sometimes) this doesn’t always happen. For those who can’t, a good quality greens powder including ingredients such as broccoli sprout, milk thistle, spirulina, chlorella and wheatgrass is ideal.
For most busy people, starting the day with anything that is going to help manage stress, anxiety, and balance mood is going to be beneficial. A few adaptogens I’ve found to have the most scientific support behind them include ashwagandha and rhodiola which can be found in powder form and added into almost anything.
From gastrointestinal health to immune support to hormonal, cardiovascular and mental health, probiotics are the heavy-lifters you definitely need to take every single day (especially given that most people are not consuming probiotic food regularly enough).
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