On the Street

Melissa Spratt is used to designing movie sets but that doesn’t mean she can’t spare a little time for her own style. Having recently moved back to Nelson from London she describes her style as vintage-meets-sporty-meets-tomboy.

What are you wearing? My Thai silk jacket was bought on Marketplace and originally purchased in Singapore. Old merch t-shirt from Santigold concert. I bought my gold Urban Outfitters culottes from Ebay. My fedora hat is made from recycled plastic bottles by Kooringal. New Balance sneakers were also from Marketplace. Pink Glitter socks are from Topshop and pink sea pearl earrings were made by my friend Gab Bertogg.

What is your style? Vintage-meets-sporty-tomboy.

What is most of your wardrobe made up of? Mainly jackets, shirts, onesies and vintage items with textural fabrics and colour.

What are you loving at the moment? I love the current mash-up of decades. The resurgence of 90s fashion and therefore 70s style because it was trending in the 90s. Baggy overalls, crew neck jumpers, high-waist flares, t-shirts, silver chains.

Where do you buy most of your clothes from? Op-shops, vintage shops, Trademe, Marketplace, and I receive hand-me-downs from friends.

What is your approach to shopping? I’m attempting to consume less but that can be a little hard working in costume and styling. As a rule, I only buy second-hand. If it needs to be new, I will do my best to check for ethical supply chains and only buy quality, natural and recycled materials.

What is your all-time favourite purchase? The electric blue and purple version of this jacket from ‘Mr Ben Vintage’ in Glasgow. I have worn it to death, so it is beginning to fall apart, hence why I was very excited when I stumbled upon this identical version on the other side of the world in autumnal colours.

What wardrobe item should everyone invest in? Whether it be a strong hat or a banging jacket, you should invest in items that make you feel amazing or help you express yourself. Wear your clothes for yourself and no one else.

Do you have a style rule you always obey? If you wear it with confidence, you can pull it off.

If you could raid one person’s wardrobe, who would it be? If 1968 was a human...

Finish this sentence – You would never catch me wearing… Stilettos- as much as I love their look, sadly they give me shin splints.

Add some warmth and colour to your wardrobe this season. Handcrafted earrings perfect for everyday wear while adding elegance to your outfit. $185-$495

Louise Douglas Jewellery

191 Hardy St, Nelson louisedouglas.com

Sandals with a greener footprint

Fashion, functionality and anatomy are essential elements of the Woden DNA, ensuring sandals carefully designed for urban life. Shine 253 Hardy St, Nelson shinedesignstore.co.nz

Soul by Mariposa 257 Hardy St, Nelson | 49 Commercial St, Takaka Ph: 0800 132 500 | mariposaclothing.co.nz

Unforgettable ring = Unforgettable proposal

Creating custom jewellery and happiness since 1960

Jens Hansen 320 Trafalgar Square, Nelson jenshansen.co.nz

Look as beautiful as you feel

Gorgeous new sleepwear range encompassing style and comfort, with natural fabrics.

Little Boutique

Lingerie | Swimwear | Sleepwear 51 Bridge St, Nelson littleboutique.co.nz

Stunning coloured gemstones

RoCS have an amazing variety of gemstones alongside their jewellery collection. All gemstones are available for purchase and are fully tested by their qualified in-house gemmologist.

RoCS 238a Queen St, Richmond rocs.co.nz

Auckland-based label Stolen Girlfriend’s Club have just released their new lockdown-inspired Spring collection “I Don’t Want To Go Out”. We love the Cross Town Sweater for an edgier look, perfect for those cooler transeasonal days. Available now in store and online.

Trouble & Fox Bank Lane, Nelson (lane next to BNZ, through to Montgomery Sq) troubleandfox.co.nz

Embrace spring and rejuvenate with Lemon Bergamot

A fresh, fragrant and zesty blend of lemongrass and bergamot to rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul.

Living Light Shop 2A, 219 Trafalgar St, Nelson Central Arcade livinglight.co.nz

KAMA – the original Indian Love Oil

Indulge in the unique fragrance of Kama products, a Kiwi favourite for more than 50 years. Be Adult 117 Hardy St, Nelson (Montgomery Arcade) bkinky.co.nz Brass Monkey’s New Zealand made range of 100% fine merino garments for men and women will keep you warm if the weather turns chilly. Lightweight, durable and breathable.

Outpost Supplies 53 Quarantine Rd, Nelson outpostsupplies.co.nz

Robyn Reynolds & Co

Three dynamic women under one roof in their new Church Street creative hub.

Jacqueline Roberts Art Erika Heidi Jewellery Design Robyn Reynolds Fashion Designer 12A Church St, Nelson

Style up your spring

You will find plenty of tops that are perfect for layering amongst Cruella’s unique handknitted styles and New Zealand made brands.

Cruellas 155 Hardy St, Nelson cruellas.co.nz

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FUNERAL SERVICES

Kate Hislop, Ardine Wilson, Suzanna Pearson and Jackie Gibbs-Beaton of Stacey.

Own the moment

Stacey in Richmond is a magnet for women who love clothes and want to feel good in what they wear. When Jackie Gibbs-Beaton purchased the store three years ago she knew she was buying a much-loved local icon. “It is a brand that was founded by an amazing woman, Cheryl Stacey, in 2004. It is important to me to honour her legacy.”

While the store sells a large array of high quality New Zealand, Australian and European labels, its popularity is due also to its staff. “We are like a family, all experienced in fashion and passionate about giving each of our customers a fantastic shopping experience whenever they walk through our door,” says Jackie. With warm and engaging personalities, sales consultants Ardine Wilson and Suzanna Pearson take delight in giving an exceptional level of customer care. In addition to Ardine’s many years of retail experience, Suzanna is qualified as a colour consultant and wardrobe stylist. The store’s website and business support is carried out by vibrant young mum, Kate Hislop. “We work together to hand-select everything we sell,” says Jackie. “We have such a wide cross section of customers of all ages, sizes and life stages. Whether they are looking for a garment for a special occasion, evening attire or everyday wear, we want to help. Sharing our ideas gives the store a fantastic variety of fashion looks in an array of colours and styles.” The Stacey team is passionate about their philosophy, ‘Own the Moment.’ “No matter what garments you are putting on, you need to feel fabulous, right now, at this moment,” says Jackie. “There is no better feeling than helping someone feel confident and beautiful in what they are wearing,” says Ardine. “It is very humbling to hear people’s stories and be able to help them feel positive about themselves when they are dressed well.” As well as providing a happy customer experience in an airy, light-filled shop, Stacey is also about fun. Their VIP nights are always popular and they also offer shopping nights for groups of women who want to have a special night out. Customers can also make personalised shopping appointments, a service that is more and more in demand.

“It is our team that makes this place so special,” says Jackie. “We just feel so lucky to be able to work together to bring rays of sunshine into other women’s lives.”

Stacey Ph 03 544 7737 249 Queen Street, Richmond stacey.co.nz Stacey clothing

My home

TESS JAINE

Jillian and Kevin live in an old farm house in beautiful Todd Bush Valley. From there they can see boats in the bay, hear birds in the branches and enjoy their slice of paradise.

Who lives here?

I live here with my husband Kevin, with whanau, and friends coming and going. We have lived here for 10 years, but purchased the property two years prior to that.

What four words would you use to describe your home?

Spacious, peaceful, crafted and historic.

What inspired this look?

Built in the late 1800s we are in a long line of good people who have contributed to the open and warm feel that this house exudes.

What’s your decorating style?

Like William Morris we try to decorate with the premise of, ‘buy nothing that is not either beautiful or useful’ and fits the feel of the house.

Where do you shop for homewares?

A variety of places from antique shops to auctions, to quality second-hand and period pieces, as well as inherited antiques from family. New furniture and fittings are purchased to fit the period of the house.

Best budget tip?

Talk. Do as much as you can yourself (look online and learn) and enjoy the process. Contour Roofing were great and Go Scaffolding did some wonderful things as we painted from top to bottom. Look after your tradies - tea and coffee the bare minimum, and snacks! Old houses have quirks - be prepared. And remember, that’s the fun of it!

Best money spent?

Buying this house!

What piece would you never part with?

Too many to name… most would be items that were handed down from family or were purchased specifically for this house.

What’s next on your interiors list?

Finishing the upstairs bedrooms, followed by a kitchen revamp which has been planned but not yet implemented.

ABOVE: The dining room looks out onto the sun drenched balcony. | Kevin and Jillian often have friends round to play music in their dedicated music room | The upstairs landing is a beautiful spot to enjoy the views of Nelson bay. | The house is the oldest and first house built in Todd’s Bush Valley. | The lounge with its impressive bay windows. | The leadlight cabinet is a special piece of furniture inherited from Jillian’s grandparents. OPPOSITE PAGE: The front door features original stained glass windows that cast a beautiful light through the entranceway. | Kevin and Jillian have a collection of antique dressers throughout the house for storage. Kevin restores many pieces of furniture himself.

In the evenings the grey herons, tui, kereru, kingfishers and koromiko are all around, nesting in the trees.

What’s your favourite spot in the house?

For both of us it is hard to pin down, however the upstairs balcony with the views to the sea are a major drawcard. From this view we see sunsets and storms; boats (especially fishing boats), and bird life, in an incredibly peaceful and unimpeded panorama. We look down on the community park and out to the wetlands, which we call the ‘moors’. On Sundays you can see the radio-controlled models, and on special days the regattas with spinnakers up! In the evenings the grey herons, tui, kereru, kingfishers and koromiko are all around, nesting in the trees.

What’s your favourite room?

When we first arrived, what was the old Sunday school pink room (and it was pink!) was where we set up camp. It was quiet, dark and soundless. The first major renovation was the master bedroom upstairs with the balcony looking to the sea. This room had scrim, and the usual past debris of a long old life. This room is now ours. It’s been redone to our liking, and we love it! The doors open out to the panorama.

What do you love about the neighbourhood where you live?

It’s quiet and peaceful in the valley, and the most noise you are likely to hear is the bird life! Also the street lights at night face down which means night sky viewing, and to top it off, you hear Ruru calls in the valley.

Turn your backyard into the ultimate sanctuary

4Seasons is excited to introduce the new-release spa pool, swim spa and plunge pool range from Galaxy Spas.

One effect of lockdowns in New Zealand is that Kiwis have reflected on their lifestyles and looked long and hard at ways they can improve their lives on a day to day basis. “This last lockdown made me think about how important it is to invest in our health and wellbeing and the importance of having a space at home where we can prioritise it,” says Dave Herald, Nelson store manager. Over the last 20 years 4 Seasons has been selling spa pools to Nelsonians and Dave says their customers’ stories about how a spa has transformed their lives centre around a few key benefits. In a family situation sharing a spa is a fun way to spend more quality time together, switching off screens and enjoying those conversations that might not otherwise happen. Others enjoy a quiet, relaxing retreat for some ‘me-time’, to soak away the stresses of the day and wind down for a good night's sleep. A spa also provides a perfect way to relieve aches and pains and assist in rehabbing injuries or recovering faster from exercise and sport activities. One of the best things about Galaxy’s new range is its line-up of swim spas and plunge pools. If you have been thinking about a swimming pool for your place, Dave shares why a swim spa or plunge pool is a great alternative to consider. “Swimming pools can be expensive to install and maintain, take up lots of room, and unless heated, can’t be used year-round. With a Galaxy swim spa or plunge pool, you get all the benefits of a pool and more.” Galaxy’s exclusive Dynamic River Flow Control inverter swimming system means you can make your regular swim an incredible exercise, training, or rehab experience. Large, patented turbo jets create a powerful yet smooth continual flow of water for you to swim against. Increasing or decreasing the water pressure against 10 speeds allows it to cater to all abilities or intensity preferences. And then, when you have finished, you can relax and recover in one of the dedicated massage seats. Enjoy family time in a Galaxy Spa.

Galaxy swim spa with a swim zone and separate spa zone.

Galaxy plunge pools feature the same amazing swimming system but have wide steps at one end rather than seats, perfect for those wanting a more traditional pool configuration. “And they can be enjoyed all year round,” says Dave. “You can adjust the water temperature to suit your needs and the season: cooler in summer, warmer in winter, meaning you can always get in a workout, or soak away your aches and pain regardless of the weather.” Some Galaxy swim spas have two zones – a cooler swim zone and a separate hot spa zone for dedicated hydrotherapy, giving you the benefits of a pool and spa in one. 4 Seasons is your one-stop shop for advice, quotes, delivery, and installation of your new Galaxy. Pop in and check out their range of products to further enhance your outdoor living space, such as barbecues, heating, furniture, and umbrellas.

4 Seasons Cnr Achilles Ave & Rutherford Street, Nelson Open 7 days - Monday - Saturday, 9am- 5pm Sunday and public holidays, 10am - 4pm. Ph: 03 547 4732 4seasons.co.nz

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1. Add an inviting ambience to your room with the latest table lamps. The right lighting can lift your spirits and make you more relaxed. storeycollection.co.nz 2. Make a dramatic difference to an interior space with digital wallpaper from Craig Potton MNZM, New Zealand’s leading landscape photographer. craigpottongallery.co.nz 3. Natural fabrics, handcrafted, and always a good dash of vintage. aninsidestory.co.nz 4. Choose fresh picked flowers from the chiller, order a beautiful bouquet, or shop in the delightful gift store on the Appleby Highway. theflowerfarm.co.nz 5. Quality bedroom furniture, accessories and locally made beds from Nelson’s sleep specialists. nelsonbeds.co.nz 6. Coast luxury outdoor beanbags are perfect for relaxing on the deck, around the pool, out on the lawn, or at the beach. lynfords.co.nz

Spice up your spring

Ready for a fun new project? Cruellas have lovely new cottons and linen ready for you to crochet or knit.

Cruellas 155 Hardy St, Nelson 03 548 4016 cruellas.co.nz

WeedX natural herbicide

New Zealanders love WeedX because they can spray with peace of mind. It’s safe, fast, effective, organic and non-toxic. Available in either ready to spray or concentrate. Refills welcome.

Goulter’s – The vinegar people 122 Tahunanui Dr, Nelson Order online at vinegarpower.co.nz

Get a good night's sleep

Talk to Nelson Beds before you buy your next bed. Get a good night's sleep Quality beds made right here in Nelson at prices Talk to Nelson Beds before you buy your next bed. you won’t believe. Quality beds made right here in Nelson at prices you won’t believe. Nelson Beds

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Pulse Flex is a game-changing, ultra-compact, all in one portable two-way speaker that offers true flexibility. Use indoors for full stereo sound or take it outside on a picnic.

Beggs Music Works 264 Hardy St, Nelson beggsmusic. co.nz

Garden hideaway?

These rustic style cabins provide the perfect extra space in your backyard. Any building under 30m2 no longer need council approved building consent so getting your backyard haven just got easier.

Allwood Sheds 15 Gladstone Rd, Richmond 03 547 7026 allwoodsheds.co.nz

Providing a safe ride for your little ones

The Graco® SlimFit3™ LX 3-in-1 car seat is Graco’s slimmest design that fits three car seats across, saving space in your back seat without compromising on the safety you trust and the features you need.

Baby On The Move Nelson 4 Akersten St, Port Nelson babyonthemove.co.nz