On the Street

Chris Bowater, CEO and company director of Bowater Hyundai, Isuzu and Renault, has perfected the smart casual business look. Chris accredits his style to knowing what he likes, being efficient and, of course, a few tips from his wife Yvonne.

What are you wearing today?

My Abelard shirt and Rembrandt chinos are from Nelson Tailors Menswear. I got the jacket from Japan while we were there for the Rugby World Cup, and my boots are from Singapore.

What is your style?

I would say business casual meets smart casual. I like simplicity and classic tailoring with a twist.

What is most of your wardrobe made up of?

Suit pieces (jackets, shirts and trousers) as most of my week is spent in a business setting.

What are you loving at the moment?

My classic denim jacket, it’s weathered and old but looks great with everything.

Where do you buy most of your clothes from?

I like to buy local, so much of my wardrobe is acquired in Nelson. From jandals bought at Hogey’s on Hardy Street to business wear from Sharon at Nelson Tailors Menswear on Trafalgar Street. Sharon has a fantastic range, and she gives great dress advice. My other pieces tend to be sourced from holiday travels.

What is your approach to shopping?

Efficiency! I know what I like and what suits me. I hate trying on too many options, so I zone in on those pieces quickly and then make a decision to buy or not to buy.

What is your all-time favourite clothing item?

My American college-inspired Nelson Rugby Football Club team jacket, it still looks fantastic after almost 30 years.

What has been your worst clothing disaster?

Most of my wardrobe choices in the 1980s (life before wife!). White trousers, striped toe socks with jandals… never going to be good looks for me!

What wardrobe item should everyone invest in?

I would say a well-tailored jacket, especially a suit or sports jacket, and a timeless classic denim jacket looks good with everything. They are really versatile and can be dressed up or down.

Do you have a style rule you always obey?

Not so much a style rule but an absolute must for me is wearing the pounamu gifted to me by my precious daughters. It holds a very special meaning and I wear it every day, with everything.

If you could raid one person’s wardrobe, who would it be?

It would be the two Ryan’s – Reynolds and Gosling. I love their casual smart, put-together style.

Finish this sentence – You would never catch me wearing…

An Auckland Blues rugby jersey or anything Auckland Rugby!

Owner of Skin Ethics, Rebecca Spiers.

Let your skin represent you

There is nothing quite like the luxury of being pampered, and internationally-qualified, advanced skin therapist Rebecca Spiers lives for the joy and satisfaction of pampering her clients while meeting their diverse, and sometimes complex, range of skin care needs. Nelson is extremely fortunate that with an impressive range of postgraduate qualifications and over twenty years of experience, she and business partner, mum Jan, have brought their Skin Ethics practice here. Rebecca’s parents were keen to retire to the Top of the South and she was easily encouraged to make the move with her own family, establishing their Skin Ethics clinic opposite the Suter Gallery at 207 Bridge St. With many years involvement in beauty therapy tertiary education, assessment and programme development, along with acting in an industry advisory role, Rebecca brings a high level of expertise to the region. Combine that with a top-ofthe-range array of treatment equipment and a desire to want every client to walk out the door feeling they have had a luxurious experience, and it is no surprise that some of her North Island clients are winging their way here to continue partaking in her services. Wellington’s loss is certainly Nelson’s gain. Among the many services available are advanced skin and body treatments including Dermapen 4 micro-needling, infrared MediLUX LED light therapy with the full spectrum of colours, and IPL skin rejuvenation along with hair and tattoo removal. Despite being able to offer the latest treatments for all skin and body types, Rebecca also offers superbly luxurious facials. “I want everyone who walks out the door, even though they may have had a resultsbased treatment, to feel that they have had a blissful, nurturing experience,” she says. “I particularly love being able to give people back their confidence and hold their head high again after something that has been bothering them has been corrected. This is not just a job for me. I really care about people and about doing my best to nurture them.”

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Previous and ongoing clients attest to Rebecca’s warmth, experience and professionalism as her many testimonials show.

“As soon as you enter Skin Ethics there is a feeling of calm. The décor is beautiful and stylish – much like Rebecca herself. Having had a range of facial treatments in Nelson over the past five years, I can honestly say that this was above and beyond anything I have had before,” says one who sums up the experiences of many. Both women and men are welcome at Skin Ethics and Jan and Rebecca will go out of their way to help you feel welcome and nurtured. In these days of the ‘constant rush’, a visit to Skin Ethics will not only nurture your skin, it will also nurture your soul.

Skin Ethics 03 539 4404 207 Bridge St, Nelson skinethics.nz

BEAUTY Report

Keep fresh with treatments set to leave you looking and feeling your best this winter.

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Using natural ingredients and hand crafted in their factory in Nelson, the Botanical skin and body care range makes gift giving easy. Botanical Bath Bomb’s, $12.

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Independent boutique nail salon specialising in luxury gel manicures on natural nails.

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Professional teeth whitening at a great special price. Just $169 for your 60-minute treatment (RRP $599). Rose Askin (NZCTWA registered, trained and qualified)

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Book your free consultation to find out more about our gold standard laser treatment. Ph: 03 539 0699 mabinhouse.co.nz

Beautiful thinking

This intensely hydrating mist assists the absorption of subsequent skin care products, and can be used during the day to moisturise and to set and refresh makeup.

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