Verve September 2013 Issue

Verve Auckland’s Boutique Magazine.

SEPTEMBER 2013

SEPTEMBER 2013 — FASHION BEAUTY HEALTH HOME ARTS FOOD WINE TRAVEL EVENTS

Working Style on Shortland Street THE FASHION ISSUE PLUS — FASHION’S FUTURE: FABULOUS OR FRIGHTENING? CELEBRATING SUCCESS WITH NICK NOBILO DESPOTS, DRUG DEALS & DAI EVOLUTION OF THE PROTEST

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Editors’ Note Magazines have a future We introduce our Spring 2013 issue featuring a collection of must-read interviews with the likes of John Minto and Kelly Lasn in Jamie Desplaces’ look into the Evolution of the Protest, Dai Henwood - comédien extraordinaire, and Brandon Svarc, founder and head designer of Naked & Famous, one of the world’s most sought-after denim labels, in A History of Denim.

Themed with fashion as behoves any September issue, Verve features fabric, styles, chic and bling, some timeless, some intoxicating, all fabulous.

There is no doubt that with each new issue of Verve we set ourselves even more apart from the other free publications available to Aucklanders, and that Verve is indeed unique, a bit of an idea factory in fact, filled with stimulating content and images, presented in a way that you, the reader – cannot get enough of.

We note the subtle but undeniable change in the way people relate to printed media, which these days seems to form part of a ‘cross media platform’, supported by websites, apps,

Facebook, Pinterest and the like. At Verve we are committed to steadily broadening what we do – to enable an offering to clients and readers alike that is versatile, various and works well.

However, having acknowledged the importance of the screen, and other ways in which people can relate to magazines, we are adamant that there is nothing that will replace the delight of slipping a fresh Verve from its plastic wrapping, then kicking back to enjoy its distinctive qualities: free, sharable, inscrutable, wonderfully visual, simple to use, and uber-relaxing. Hardly surprising that magazine publishing is far from dead, and that conversely their popularity is on the rise. It is a format that we adore and are proud to share with both you the reader and our clients, the advertiser.

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FITNESS, LEISURE AND LUXURIOUS SPAS VerveMagazine — Editors-in-chief: Fran Ninow and Jude Mitchell Writers: Inger-Lisa Hurst and Jamie Desplaces Layout Design: J. David Contributors: Jackie O’Fee, Paris Mitchell, Julien Erwin, Brittany Jordt, Denise Ferguson, Renee Lang, Claire Chateau, Jennifer Laidlaw, JeanChristophe Poizat and Angus Brown

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COVER: WORKING STYLE

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Contents COVER STORY 16.

Working Style Join Shortland Street Set

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Fashion’s Future...

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HOME

MEN MATTER

YOUNG AT HEART

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Revive Your Deck

Shooting Beauty

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At home with Grace Choi: Gorgeous Karakter

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BEAUTY & HEALTH OUT & ABOUT

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Social Scene with Sofitel’s So Spa

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Danny of D&M

Claude Road

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Relax your way to a Better Body

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Burning Man

Despots, Drug Deals & Dai

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Magical Morocco

GARDENS & PETS

FASHION

FOOD & WINE

ARTS

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A Modern Garden

Nosh Does Pork Belly Peter Hackett: The Honeymooners’ Bed

Rich and Famous and Fashions in Food in Fashion

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Little Paris in the Pacific

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A History of Denim

Bear Park: Challenging Our Thoughts on Construction

Gardens Go Retro

Matters of Interest How Parnell Got Its Name

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Evolution of the Protest

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Don’t Cut Off Our Smiles

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STANDING FOR COUNCIL AND PASSIONATE ABOUT AUCKLAND

Greg Moyle – A Surprising Mix Greg is an surprising mix. A successful businessman, passionate about getting it right for Auckland, an art collector/ art sharer, avid gardener and inner city farmer with some very fine hens at his home in Herne Bay. He is standing for the council in the local body elections to represent Waitemata.

A long term resident of the Waitemata ward he has been active in his community for 24 years. At present he is Chair of Mt Albert Grammar Board, Finance Spokesperson for Waitemata Local Board, Assistant Governor of his Rotary District and Trustee of a number of foundations An overview of some of his ‘front of mind’ projects for Waitemata are preserving the historic suburbs, rates relief for heritage home owners, removing the ‘Cloud’ to create an urban space on Queens Wharf, getting Ponsonby Road right, enhancing Pt Erin pool and preserving the ‘village’environment of our local shoppping centres.

“I am committed to getting it right for Auckland with fresh thinking on the council and I believe Waitemata deserves someone who is committed to representing all people of the Waitemata ward without bias and in their best interests.”

During his time on the council he was the Chairperson of the Arts Culture and Recreation Committee involved in projects including the renovation of Aotea Square,

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St Patrick Square, Pah Homestead, Auckland Art Gallery, resanding of the inner city beaches, Judges Bay, Volvo Yacht Race and the Rugby World Cup.

of chooks who provide eggs and has tanks that provide much of the water to his house and to the native seedlings he nutures for planting.

Some of his projects have also included championing the Tepid Baths rebuild, Q Theatre, Shed 10, Viaduct Events Centre, Campbell Free Kindergarten rebuild, The Cenotaph upgrade and water feature at the War Memorial Museum and Victoria Park Skatepark. Also the relocation of Terry Stringers Mountain Fountain to the Holy Trinity Site in Parnell and Michio Ihara’s Windtree to the Wynyard Quarter

A keen sportsman he represented Auckland in his youth in rugby, rugby league and weightlifting.

His passion for art means he has a number of key New Zealand paintings which he shares. Much of his contemporary art collection is housed at Mt Albert Grammar, his old school and his miltary art collection is at the War Memorial Museum. Some art from his collection is also on the walls of friend’s homes throughout the city.

He has been a constant and major advocate for the ‘alfresco’ street trading rules for outdoor dining.

Greg has four children ranging from their 20s to a 5-year old. Daniel and Rachel are his children with his late wife Pauline and Eva and Luke, are his and Kristen’s children.

Herne Bay is his home and on his property he grows enough vegetables to share with the neighbourhood, living a ‘garden to table’ life as much he can on an inner city property. He keeps a variety

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Greg Moyle

Greg formed New Zealand Financial Planning in 1992, he has Masters in Commerce with Honours, a Law Degree, a Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning and is also a Justice of the Peace. Initially he joined the police and began to study law, leaving to teach accounting at the University of Auckland and to complete his Law Degree.

“One of the most important issues for me is for Aucklanders to vote, this is a key moment in time for our city as we go through massive change and it is vital everyone has their say at the ballot box.”

Greg is also supported by Team Waitemata for the local board, with the team members fully representing Waitemata from Parnell, Herne Bay, Inner City and Ponsonby. The team is Beth O’Loughlin, Mark Davey, Mark Beckett and Peter Meads They are also committed to Auckland as it faces rapid growth and unprecedented change. The decisions being made now will shape the future of the community and city in which we live. www.gregmoyle.co.nz

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Vote Team Waitemata - For a Better Auckland Authorised by Daniel Moyle, Level 1, 198 Federal St, Auckland, Ph 3093680 • www.gregmoyle.co.nz

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The Moyle Family.

Greg and Raspberry (the hen), Kristen, Rachel, Dan, Eva, Luke and Ziggy (the dog).

INDEPENDENT FOR COUNCILWaitemata & Gulf Islands

TAKING AUCKLAND FROM GOOD TO GREAT Your opinions will always matter to me.

I stand for respect:

I have stood as an independent so I can represent you fairly with an open mind - issues, not politics.

• Respect our children – don’t mortgage their future.

• Respect ratepayers – a fairer rates system.

• Respect democracy – encourage the vote.

• Respect all opinions – with real consultation, lack of bias, quality decisions.

• Respect local communities – true hearts of our city.

• Respect business – the engine of our city.

• Respect the heritage of our city, our environment, our property rights.

• Respect a mix of world class transport options – rail, bus, car, water, cycle and foot.

• Respect good public private partnerships – increasing investment in our city.

• Respect our historical relationships with the waterfront.

I believe in unbiased decision making on the council - achieving the best outcomes for our city on time and on budget.

As the father of four children, aged 5 to 29, I want a great city and yet not mortgage their future.

I have been an active member of the community, local boards and the Council. I have the experience and the passion to get the best for Waitemata.

Some of my previous projects include Q Theatre, the Tepid Baths, ‘alfresco’ street dining, Meola Road fields, Victora Park skate park, a safe 40km on Ponsonby Road, and the Viaduct Events Centre.

As a successful businessman I have learnt to never walk away from the hard decisions that will take Auckland from good to great!

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VOTE Authorised by Daniel Moyle (09) 309 3680 Level 1, 198 Federal St Auckland.

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SOCIAL SCENE

Sofitel celebrates So Spa Sofitel Luxury Hotels launched their acclaimed worldwide So Spa by Sofitel in the Pacific, officially unveiling a contemporary new-look day spa at the Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour.

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COVER STORY

Sartorial style isn’t just a concept for modern times. So it is entirely appropriate that one of the city’s most renowned gentlemen’s tailors should relocate to premises that reflect early 20th century sophistication.

In June Working Style unveiled its new 230 square metre flagship store in the General Building at 33 Shortland St, one of the best preserved Chicago-style highrise buildings in Auckland.

Fittings include glass shelving, antique furniture, brass racks, chandeliers and American vintage designer chairs in black velvet and chrome.

The General Building – originally named Yorkshire House – was completed in 1928.

At the time, it was considered one of the finest buildings in Auckland.

Director Chris Dobbs says the investment signals Working Style’s commitment to Auckland City and is a great way to start its 27th year in business.

“A building such as the General demands a certain style and elegance from its tenants and that has been our goal with the fit-out – to preserve the history of the building while at the same time supporting the Working Style brand.

“We are delighted to be part of the building’s rich history which has provided a gracious backdrop for our fit-out,” says Dobbs. “We believe our execution elegantly complements this powerful building and think of it as a toast to our 26 years of classic style.”

“The building is protected by the Historic Places Trust and represents an iconic piece of Auckland’s heritage and architectural history,” Chris Dobbs says.

office buildings’, as set out by Chicago architect Louis Sullivan. Neoclassical detailing on the facades includes an elaborate cornice and the entrance foyer features panels of Whangarei marble, travertine tiles and pilasters with gilt plasterwork ornamentation.

It was designed by American architects Bloomfield and Hunt and built by Fletcher Construction Company at a cost of £56,000. Its Chicago style design was developed for commercial buildings in late 19th century America.

So, Working Style joins the Shortland St cast, a gentlemen’s store where style matches the salubrious surroundings.

And Chris Dobbs invites you to call on his team for a chat, snifter or gargle and to soak up the ambiance.

It is constructed with reinforced concrete and exhibits the three divisions of ‘tall

Above: Creaitve Director, Eddie von Dadelszen

In addition to the brand’s traditional and impeccable retail layout, there is a VIP made-to-measure fitting room and an office for Creative Director Eddie von Dadelszen, as well as a private bar. The floor is Italian marble, and the feel certainly emulates a luxurious gentleman’s club.

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FASHION

Boh Runga’s Designs are Solid Gold, Simple and Elegant Words: Brittany Jordt

Rarely do you see a jewellery designer introduce a line so beautifully simple as Boh Runga’s Solid Gold Hits. Boh’s new collection features carefully selected pendants from her most popular ranges, made for New Zealand Mint Jewellery.

Recreated in nine carat gold, these necklaces are now available with matching earrings.

In a relatively short time Boh’s jewellery has taken flight (a metaphor appropriate for her nature-inspired work) and gained a loyal following. When she first began designing jewellery, Boh carefully considered her style and arrived at small, timeless, and affordable pieces, drawing inspiration from the natural world.

“It’s a pretty special thing when someone wants to buy something you’ve created.

There are a lot of things they can buy for themselves or for someone else, so you have to give them something different,” Boh states. “Women tell me they’ve been given a piece, and now they’ve bought a piece for their daughter. I love that.”

Boh also uses her personal style as inspiration. She creates pieces that compliment a t-shirt and jeans as much as a cocktail dress.

Boh said, “I needed to find out where I sat in the market. I wanted something that related to New Zealand and that people could relate to. I created the Birdland Range by looking at our beautiful birds and drawing inspiration from them.”

“My pieces are fun, but they aren’t frivolous,” Boh explains. “I also don’t have particularly trendy jewellery –

instead I think mine’s more classic. I want it to be worn everyday.”

From feathers to fantails or lotus studs, Boh’s new earrings and her jewellery easily provide that feminine flair we are often in search of.

“All different ages and all different kinds of people wear my jewellery. It has a really broad appeal. Some pieces are a little quirky, and others are like heirlooms. I am very thankful that people have found a place for my jewellery in their lives.”

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LOOK YOUR BEST… EVERY DAY! Struggling to look good every day?

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NKD specialises in creating colourful, easy to wear collections based on international fashion trends but without the chain-store approach.

Owner and designer, Nichola Keast believes clothes must be comfortable and capable of transitioning from day to evening with just a change of accessories.

Beautiful fabrics are sourced internationally and made into classic, directional and adaptable designs enabling women to create their own look and style.

From sophisticated, corporate or relaxed resort wear to special evening pieces, NKD takes you to any occasion, day or night.

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Stunning accessories help to finish the look. Take your pick from colourful scarves, striking necklaces and bracelets, day and evening bags.

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Nichola says that after 20 years in the fashion industry, the biggest compliment she can be paid is to see one of her customers walking out the door knowing they look fabulous. Her skillful eye for shape and colour will help you get the right look for you.

“Every day should be a special day and you should NEVER ever feel overdressed.”

NKD is conveniently located on Orakei Road at the entrance to Kings Plant Barn with parking at the door. The store also boasts a ‘coffee to go’ corner for that caffeine hit while shopping or grab one on the run.

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Your questions answered by

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Meghan Maher Repertoire’s Style Director

I am seeing stripes everywhere. Can everyone wear stripes?

Stripes are everywhere, on all the ramp shows and in all collections both locally and internationally. Stripes and strong geometric prints are a megatrend for Summer 13/14. They are classic in nature and never go out of date, which is why we always love them in our collections.

Take care with horizontal stripes as they break up ones height and can bring attention to areas we often want to camouflage e.g . tummies and hips. They are easier to wear if the stripes are thin and close together.

Vertical stripes can be very flattering, they do the opposite to horizontal stripes. They take the eye up and down the body emphasising ones height. They are particularly flattering when they are narrow and close together.

If you love stripes, have fun with them this season. We have gorgeous striped pants, blouses and maxi skirts. For a more subtle and timeless take on this trend we have gorgeous lined sheer tops with knit striped fabric, it’s a little unexpected and it looks fabulous.

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Striking this Summer

It will come as absolutely no surprise that I love fashion. Every subtle change in a style is registered in my mind, each new season a source of delight. I can’t read a fashion magazine without seeing a new way to wear an old garment or being inspired by a different point of view. Admittedly, there is as much stuff I loathe as I adore, but even the things I don’t like, I can imagine being totally right for someone else.

With spring being now underway, and fashion week just about behind us there’s just so much new fashion to gorge on. Take a trip to the shops and you can’t help but notice the new looks coming through. What’s a girl to do then when she’s in the shops all the time, loves to shop and adores new clothes?

One of my favourite quotes of all time is from Dame Vivienne Westwood who said, “buy your clothing intentionally.” When she said this (around five years ago), she was talking about sustainability in the fashion industry – an industry that surely hangs it’s head in shame, not only for the environmental damage it causes with dyes, bleaches and other textile processes, but also the social impact of sweatshops and poor working conditions to create ‘fast fashion.’ For me however, this quote speaks of making sure that what you buy works for you and your lifestyle, rather than simply making a purchase due to the label or price.

My point here is that buying new garments just for the sake of having something new is a slightly hollow pastime. Once that item is no longer new, you’re left feeling a bit empty. I speak as a woman who has at the end of a season looked back at some of the beautiful pieces she has hanging in her wardrobe and realised with a pang of guilt that some had only left their hanger once.

So, this season instead of racing out and filling your wardrobe with everything new, stop and think before you make a purchase. Ask yourself if you need it. Will it work with items you currently own and do you really, really LOVE it? That is INTENTION. Jackie O’Fee is owner of Signature Style, Auckland’s leading style consultancy. If you’d like a hand to introduce a little ‘intention’ into your wardrobe, further information is available at signaturestyle.co.nz, or pop in and see us at 35 Broadway, Newmarket, Ph (09)529 5115. See Signature Style’s ad in Verve’s Market Place on page 121.

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Iconic ‘The Cupboard’ is now in Ponsonby and Parnell!

The Cupboard – an iconic designer boutique in Parnell for nearly 40 years – is now also in Ponsonby!

Both of our boutiques feature bespoke tailoring and custom design, renowned personal service and exclusive labels – Diane Burkhardt, Succhi Collection and Colleen Behrens – as well as designs by Cannisse and Alistair Trung.

Couturiere and owner Diane Burkhardt draws upon Eastern and Edwardian influences, lavish laces, beading and silks, linens, crisp cottons, silk velvets, soft cashmeres, warm wools and wool knits.

The Cupboard’s enduring fashions are layered and complex, with echoes of Victorian and Edwardian features and hand-crafted attention to detail. They are impeccably cut and sewn; nearly half are purposefitted at no extra cost.

Please come and enjoy our brilliant new boutique in Ponsonby or our iconic Parnell shop. We have something very special to show you!

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TAV specialises in resort wear/ready-to-wear with an emphasis on prints and designs derived from the natural environment and Polynesian traditions. TAV also tailors swimwear. As each piece of fabric is created on the island of Rarotonga, the range of clothing is considered to be unique, comfortable to wear, of good quality and of medium to up-market in standard.

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LE MADU came to life ten years ago as a fun diversion and excuse to travel in Southeast Asia and the Pacific, leaving families to fend for themselves. After years of gathering favourite styles in clothing, shoes, furniture and homeware, we have evolved into specialists in resort living.

To read more on Le Madu, see opposite page.

THE DETAILS 1. Reversible hand painted linen coat, 2. Printed jump suit, 3. Ruffled green dress, 4. Red hair comb, 5. Mother of Pearl shell necklace – TAV Resort Wear 6. Chevron sun dress, 7. Leafy maxi dress, 8. Jungle silk, 9. Paua silk – Le Madu

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La Madu A Partnership in the Pacific La Madu means ‘the honey’ a name which seems to have set the tone for the sweet partnership that has endured for ten years between Adele Johnstone and Gaybrielle Binning the ladies behind the labels La Madu and My Other Life (their wholesale label). They met playing tennis, Adele had started running a shoe store out of her house, Gaybrielle decided to get involved and before too long they had diversified into resortwear and were finding good reasons to venture around Southeast Asia and the Pacific.

Now they have over 50 suppliers and last year started up a second wholesale label called My Other Life. They go on a big buying trip every year and find all matter of delights including fabulous handbags, shoes, furniture and jewellery.

Verve asked the ladies about their business and their partnership.

Verve: You two have been in business together for ten years, how did you meet as friends?

Adele & Gaybrielle: We met on the tennis court. We knew our strengths and weaknesses from there. Adele liked the back line and liked me at the net!

V: Gaybrielle, how did you become Adele’s business partner?

G: We went up to Bali thinking I would lie by the pool and watch her madness but got roped in, firstly through the furniture.

V: What were you both doing (individually) in terms of work/ business before La Madu?

G: You mean instead of playing tennis? We had done a lot of different things, real-estate, personnel recruitment, fundraising and property management. I was attracted by the fun of travel madness, as well as leaving my family at regular intervals to fend for themselves. Adele had worked in media for a long time but since having children, wanted more flexibility in her work hours. I’m not sure if she has gained that, as she is a workaholic!

Also the Thai are very onto it and always have something very edgy for us. Usually too ahead of the time and no-one gets it till two years later.

V: Your business partnership has endured... what do think is the key to a successful partnership?

A&G: Lots of laughing, complete honesty, never taking anything too seriously, except the serious stuff and a wide interest in many other things. Also we have very reliable and fabulously loyal staff that run us brilliantly.

V: What fabulous items do you have in the latest shipment?

A&G: We have so much we have forgotten.... we deal with about 50 suppliers, so yeah. There is some great new furniture and colourful homewares and printed fabrics. Gorgeous new numbers for on the beach in Fiji or around the world.

V: What are your future plans for La Madu?

A&G: We have ever changing plans for La madu and My Other Life. The sky is the limit. In truth it’s a lifestyle business that keeps us out of trouble and evolves as our energy allows.

V: La Madu has diversified from shoes to clothing, bags and furniture, how did this develop over the years?

A&G: We are always looking for something new to tweek it up a bit and keep ourselves interested. It is also a case of going with the customer and the market and that is what we have done.

Who knows what is next?

V: What gets you excited about a buying trip?

A&G: The hope of finding new goodies, though that gets harder. Definitely the food and the climate and living ‘another life’ while we are there. Motor bikes, fast cars and men... haha!

V: Where are your favourite places to go for a holiday?

A&G: They are always working holidays, but we love Bangkok – definitely the motor bikes and food (mango sticky rice, we are addicted).

Gorgeous hide bench seat from our new shipment and an intricately carved head from Ubud in Bali

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Discovering Society’s Parallels – with Doris de Pont and the New Zealand Fashion Museum Words: Inger-Lisa Hurst

On the first day of 2013, Doris de Pont was awarded as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her services to fashion. De Pont has maintained an admirable perseverance and dedication to New Zealand history and society using her passion for fashion as a vehicle.

De Pont has a degree in Social Anthrolpology, has worked as a primary school teacher, held a 25-year long career as a fashion designer and recently gained a first class honours degree in Museum Studies, before establishing the New Zealand Fashion Museum in 2010.

it was the Flapper’s and the 1950s the New Look. In the 1970s fashion started to diversify with more individual choice and that expanded as the world economy became a global economy in the late1980s. That global sameness has led to a desire and a commercial imperative to be distinctive. Something New Zealand designers have done with great success, bringing their own unique style of dress to the world.

De Pont’s labels DNA (1994-2003) and Doris de Pont (2004-2008) were renowned for their use of unique, undeniably New Zealand textiles.

“When it comes to fashion, I have always looked for originality. I wanted things that looked and felt like New Zealand, customising fabrics and painting on fabrics,” says de Pont. “I always wanted my work to talk about New Zealand aesthetics, design and values.”

In 2008, de Pont decided to step away from fashion design and returned to university to complete a degree in Museum Studies. “I started the course with the vision of making New Zealand fashion more visible and when I completed my course I was left contemplating how I could make the New Zealand Fashion Museum happen,” says de Pont. “I knew it needed to have a formal structure (today the museum is a charitable trust), with a focus on education. I wanted to create something that gave enjoyment whilst helping people to understand something about how life was lived.”

So what can we tell about New Zealand’s history through fashion? “In the early period of colonisation we adopted the fashion language of the UK and France,” says de Pont. “People wanted to show off the success of New Zealand, they wanted to better

The New Zealand Fashion Museum is a new model for museums, stepping away from the hallowed halls of permanent collection and into a completely online presence. Their popular pop-up exhibitions are hosted in real time and have included the acclaimed HOME SEWN exhibition.

Above: Doris de Pont

themselves in New Zealand and they did that by wearing the clothes that spoke of success.”

For years we were copiers of fashion, we copied the United States from their films and magazines, we copied Britain and of course we copied the fashion capital, Paris. It wasn’t until the later period, the 1980s that we became more confident in cultivating our fashion identity. This is no different to fashion anywhere in the world – just think of the mini. In the 1960s everyone wore a mini, no matter what their body shape or age, it was just the skirt to wear. There were fashion trends and we all folllowed; in the 1920s

The latest pop-up exhibition to be curated by de Pont is The Age of Aquarius: A 70s Revolution, which will show at the Geyser Building in Parnell from 14 September to 13 October 2013. “The 70s is a time that I am particularly fond of,” says de Pont. “It was the time of my youth and I still have a soft spot for flares.”

De Pont points out a number of parallels between society today and the society of the 1970s. “Things weren’t going well for the economy or society in New Zealand at that time. Young people were questioning the established order. They wanted a world in which human values trumped economic ones. They were searching for a better way to live.

For more information on The Age of Aquarius: A 70s Revolution and the New Zealand Fashion Museum visit nzfashionmuseum.org.nz

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The latest pop-up exhibition to be curated by de Pont is The Age of Aquarius: A 70s Revolution, which will show at the Geyser Building in Parnell from 14 September to 13 October 2013. “The 70s is a time that I am particularly fond of,” says de Pont. “It was the time of my youth and I still have a soft spot for flares.”

Clockwise from above: Age of Aquarius – Judith Baragwanath at the Hullabaloo fashion parade Age of Aquarius – 1970s revolution Audience at the Fashion Museum exhibition – Black in Fashion

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A History of Denim Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

The throbbing bass-line of “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” kicks in. It’s 1985 and a dark-haired male model by the name of Nick Kamen enters a laundrette. He lowers his sunglasses to reveal puppy-dog eyes and pouting, scans the room. He removes his t-shirt and slides off his leather belt to allow for a glimpse of the Levi Strauss & Co. badge. Jeans are dropped and thrown into a washing machine. The camera captures fellow laundry customers as they shift uneasily in their seats. On screen a couple of girls giggle and off screen, no doubt others edge a little closer. The song pulsates.

The world swoons. Two stars are born.

It takes less than a minute for Kamen to become a global heart-throb and for Levi’s to further cement their legend.

Following the commercial, sales of the renewed 501 series increased eightfold, the bar for clothing ads was not raised, but obliterated. A decade and a half later Time Magazine named Levi’s 501 as the fashion item of the century. At the time of writing, a pair of 201s – the forebear of the 501 series – sits on eBay with a reserve of US$14,500. In 2005, a Japanese collector paid over three times that for a similar item still stained with the mud of 19th century American gold mines. It is believed the dirt aided preservation. Dirty vintage denim will often fetch more, and ironically, given that Levi’s laundrette ad, many aficionados refuse to wash their jeans for long periods, if at all, for that genuine ‘worn’ look. Their denim will be like no other. For, like leather, it ages well.

“I have some pairs I clean more rarely,” says Brandon Svarc, founder and head designer of one of the world’s most soughtLeft: Vintage Levi’s 501 jeans, customised into shorts

after denim labels, Naked & Famous. “The ones I’m wearing now have only been washed once in the past eight months. But I do have other pairs that I wash more often to keep them clean and uniform.” If there is such a thing as a ‘denim guru’, then Brandon Svarc is it. For nearly seven decades, the Canadian’s family has been involved in the design and manufacture of denim garments. Upon his birth, Svarc’s father created a brand of jeans and named them after his son. “My grandfather too was such a cool guy,” Svarc tells me. “He made workwear for 65 years and survived a lot in his life. He’s an icon to me.”

17th century paintings by an anonymous Italian artist depict various peasant workers dressed in what appears to be denim.

Also in the 1600s, sailors from Genoa used cotton-corduroy similar to contemporary denim as protective barriers for their goods. The material eventually reached the French town of Nîmes where it was honed to be used in tailoring. The cloth became known as ‘de-Nîmes’ and denim was born.

In 1851, an 18-year-old man left his native Germany for New York before settling in San Francisco where he established a successful family dry goods business selling clothes and boots.

It was the gold rush era and a tailor by the name of Jacob Davis invited the German to partner with him in the creation of a range of durable garments re-enforced with copper rivets for the country’s booming mining industry. Davis and his German friend eventually settled upon the use of denim for their workwear. The German man was Levi Strauss. In 1873, Levi Strauss & Co. and Jacob Davis were awarded patent #139,121 by the US Patent and Trademark Office and the ‘blue jean’ had well and truly arrived.

By the 1930s, the likes of Wrangler and Lee entered the fray and the jean was adopted by cowboys throughout America.

John Wayne further added to the mystique by donning them in myriad iconic roles. Later screen gods like Marlon Brando and James Dean ensured denim’s counterculture credentials with films such as The Wild One and Rebel Without a Cause, complete with cigarettes, sneers and sexy leather jackets (a look aped in that Levi’s laundrette ad). Denim was considered dangerous. Elvis Presley provocatively rocked his hips – and the jailhouse – whilst wearing them in the 1950s, subsequently a host of US schools banned the jean from their premises.

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Feathers had already been ruffled thanks to the manufacture of the first female jeans and when British brand Lee Cooper created a zip-fly for ladies in 1953, there was moral outrage.

The following decade, the label sponsored a Rolling Stones tour and the band later released one of the most controversial album covers of all time with Sticky Fingers. It boasted a close-up shot of a man’s skin-tight and somewhat bulging denim-clad crotch complete with workable zip.

One of the most widely worn materials on earth, denim has long since entered the mainstream, yet somehow retains its antiestablishment, rebellious cool. “From presidents to hobos and everyone in between, anyone can wear denim,” says Thomas Bojer, founding editor of jean bible, Denimhunters. “It’s ageless, genderless and classless all at once.” Bojer rates Turkish and Italian denim, and highly regards Japanese labels such as Iron Heart and Momotaro. Though, he describes himself as a Levi’s guy at heart. “I particularly love their early vintage garments made out of the old Valencia Street factory in San Francisco,” he tells me.“ That closed in 2002. It’s a worn-out cliché, but sadly they just don’t make it like they did back then.”

And tips for finding quality denim?

“With new unworn denim you should feel the fabric; focus on its weight and crispness. The smell of new denim can be an indicator too. Once the fabric is properly worn-in and washeddown, it becomes easy to identify quality from the fading.”

The world’s most expensive jeans come courtesy of Secret Circus. They boast a diamond-encrusted back-pocket and the rather vulgar price-tag of US$1.3million – certainly not the kind of garment you would expect to impress a denim purist. I ask Brandon Svarc if there is a difference in quality between socalled designer labels and a regular, denim-only manufacturer.

“Oh my goodness, what a loaded question! There is no specific answer to that. Show me one item against another and maybe I can compare. Levi’s, for example, is a giant brand with many sublabels which vary in quality. Ask one hundred people and you may get one hundred differing opinions.” “‘Quality’ is very subjective,” adds Bojer. “Some like stiff, heavy denim and perceive weight as a sign of quality, whereas for others it’s about the wash. Personally, I evaluate denim quality based on construction details and the thought that went into it.

But it is very likely that raw, heavy denim, if washed occasionally, will outlast prewashed jeans.”

Svarc says he’s a fan of rare, small brands that design and create locally. Brands that “don’t care about the rules”. I ask him what he believes to be the secret behind denim’s success.

How it has managed to capture the imagination of the world, to remain so relevant and transcend such a wide range of trends, cultures and age-groups.

“It is funny how what are essentially blue twill cotton pants are so popular, isn’t it?” he says. “There are literally books and studies written about this. I can’t be sure why, but people have been rocking blue jeans for the last century, and I have no doubt that they’ll still be wearing them for the next hundred years too.”

Above right: James Dean in Rebel Without a Cause Right: Scene from The Wild One

One of the most widely worn materials on earth, denim has long since entered the mainstream, yet somehow retains its anti-establishment, rebellious cool.

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Rich and Famous and in Fashion

Words: Brittany Jordt

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Born in Penang, Malaysia, the son of a shoe cobbler, Jimmy Choo’s rise to success from humble origins inspires customers and shoemakers alike. Today Choo’s haute couture – handmade footwear, has become a global brand and expanded into handbags and accessories.

This season’s line-up includes classic black stilettos with an erotic twist: handcuff hardware around the ankle and a skeleton key zipper. There are decadent Swarovski crystal encrusted flats (or stilettos, and a matching clutch), emerald suede heels with flamenco-esque ruffles that curve around the ankle, and the ‘Fedora’, a fabulous fringed sandal made in the spirit of carnival.

All three are show-stopping statement pieces, designed to enhance and embolden any outfit. They are shoes that need no introduction – they speak for themselves.

On the more modest side of things, the Baxter is an adorable lace-up ankle boot with a wedge and Wheel, a fabulously chic modern slipper that comes in a variety of colours (including metallic cracked leather!). The autumn line of purses perfectly compliments the shoes, from emerald suede, to jewel encrusted, to classic clutch. There are statement purses to rival the shoes: a carnival-style, handembroidered sequin evening bag and a white (and black) fox fur pompom clutch.

Perhaps a more versatile bag, the ‘Biker L’ bag can be worn on the shoulder or across the body and comes in a variety of colours.

Any of these would make a delicious addition to your wardrobe, giving nights out more than a touch of glamour, and making your girlfriends jealous.

Celebrating over 60 years in business, Marimekko still has what it takes to stand out in the world of fashion. An environmentally and socially aware company, Marimekko takes printing and design seriously from start to finish, and that’s evident in the quality and originality of their lines.

Summer 2013 is full of the same bold colours and brilliant patterns that characterise the Marimekko design ethos.

Cute little sleeveless summer dresses with stand-out designs, like the black and white spotted HyppyTunti and the short sleeve Nona dress, with its small blocks of colour and pockets (we love pockets!). Many of the dresses have a fabulous belt that accents the natural waist and highlights curves.

If you’re looking for some evening apparel, the beautifully fitted Taia dress, features Teija Puranen’s Oodi print with large white flowers, carefully shaded against a black background. The Katta skirt uses a Taapeli fabric with a wood-inspired print; sawmill imagery to influence its shapes and colour combinations. This skirt stands out as a perfect example of what Marimekko does best: geometric designs, funky use of colour, and depth (layering shapes and colour inside of shapes and colour).

It’s clear that Marimekko’s designers put a lot of time, effort and love into their work. The Jussarö fabric is a personal favourite, with its layers of rain and cloud in deep variations of blue. Then there’s the marvelously intricate, incredibly vivid Siirtolapuutarha fabric designed by Maija Louekari.

Marimekko’s products are designed to last a lifetime and are made with integrity. They are pieces that would add vivaciousness to any woman’s wardrobe, especially a splash of colour on a rainy spring day.

She’s been designing for Tiffany’s since the 1980s, and perhaps her most famous pieces have been big, bold and colourful. The huge olive grove behind her house in Marrakech was one of the inspirations behind this new line, and Picasso attends to the branches and leaves of her bracelets, earrings and rings most lovingly. They are delicate and feminine but still retain her characteristic boldness in the size of the leaves, particularly on the cuff and necklaces.

A multi-lingual world traveller, Picasso’s jewellery includes shapes and curves inspired by architecture and museums around the globe. The daughter of Pablo Picasso, Paloma grew up in Paris surrounded by art, and her jewellery reflects her rich personal history.

If you’re looking for more of a colourful statement piece, there are some fabulous medallions, chunky rings with precious stones, and glamorous drop earrings in sterling silver or gold. Picasso’s stackable amethyst, citrine, aquamarine, and peridot (the list goes on) rings with a simple gold band, for example, are a great way to be bold or dainty.

Paloma Picasso’s designs continue to inspire with timeless elegance. Her geometric Moroccan designs use of positive and negative space and innovative patterns catch the eye. Her big, chunky pieces make women feel empowered and confident while her Venezia pieces are delicate and feminine.

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by Janina Alleyne Opposite: Dita Von Teese wearing a 3D printed dress by designer Michael Schmidt and architect Francis Bitonti

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Fashion’s Future – Fabulous Or Frightening?

The technology versus tailor debate is smoldering as 3D printing of garments starts to roll, hot off the presses. The big question is whether technology can replace the tried and true touch of the human hand when it comes to stitching a garment together.

Words: Julien Erwin

The extravagant and indulgent world of fashion today is a far cry from prehistoric times when man, out of necessity, sewed together simple clothing to protect his fragile frame from the extreme vicissitudes of weather and other vagaries of the wild.

Over eons these crude forms of attire took on a greater purpose by incorporating features that defined race, religion, culture, societal status and other characteristics of the wearer. Clothing no longer served the purpose of merely protecting the human body – it became a medium for creative expression.

Prehistoric bone needles, natural twine and animal skins gave way to an array of beautiful threads and fabrics and basic attire morphed into a dizzying variety of styles that included embellishments, embroideries and accessories.

Millennia down the line – enter technology. The invention of the sewing machine revolutionised garment production and in a similar way modern technology will surely radically reshape and redefine the highly competitive environment of fashion today. Or will it?

Whether we like it or not it is an indisputable fact that the long arm of technology has penetrated deep into the fabric of our modern fashion industry and threatens to oust the nimble fingers and vast experience of the accomplished tailor. Or has it? Technology has long had an intrinsic role to play in the fashion world and continues to evolve and mirror the frenzied pace so characteristic of the industry. But can robots replace oldfashioned seamstresses and tailors? Can the designer use computer technology alone to create a masterpiece?

CAD (computer-aided design) and innovative applications are indispensable technological tools used by many fashion

houses to gain a competitive edge, streamline the production process and maximise profit margins.

The use of 3D body scanners that measure hundreds of points on the body ensures the best-fit and lasercutting techniques guarantee the effective use of fabrics.

Nanotechnology has developed smart fabrics (Uniqlo’s patented Heattech and Coolmax) that not only enhance the performance of the human skin, but capture data that facilitates adaptation to the external environment as well.

Has all this technology and machinery permanently ousted the human factor when it comes to actually stitching a garment together? The question is moot.

Enter the fabulous Dita Von Teese in a figure hugging 3D printed creation that so entranced fashionistas that the blogosphere went into overdrive. The creation was a collaboration between designer Michael Schmidt and the architect Francis Bitioni. It embodies a masterful fusion of hand-drawn sketches and technological manufacturing, and surprisingly, was stitched together without the use of the human hand. The 17 components of the nylon outfit were joined together by a process known as ‘sintering’ (SLS – select laser sintering) that is seamless and sturdy.

Now here’s the catch. The final finishing touches had to be done by hand.

Many hours of manual labor went into lacquering and polishing the synthetic fabric and attaching thousands of black Swarovski crystals that added the final breathtaking bling.

Perhaps it is Dita Von Teese’s magnificent outfit that perfectly illustrates where the interaction between technology and human touch is headed in the panoply of the ever-evolving, highly innovative and aspirational fashion world of today.

It will be a glorious synergy between architects and designers, scientific and technological masterminds, uber machines, futuristic tools and indispensable human hands that will steer today’s fashion industry into the future.

Today some fashion trends have culminated in an astonishing display of egocentric and extraordinary designs that sashay down the catwalks purporting to be the ultimate in high-end desirables that only the very few can ever hope to afford or even dare to wear.

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Photo from Servilles & Wella present Deadly Sins: Photography: Andrew O’Toole Make-up: Virginia Carde Styling: Karen Inderbitzen-Waller Hair: Steve Cockle, Servilles Newmarket & Joey Scandizzo Model: Amberley @ N Model Management

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Shooting Beauty

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“It’s intimate and it’s beautiful,” says Andrew O’Toole, “a process of discovery. I’m attracted to the intensity of that close-up gaze. I’m attracted to capturing that depth, that sensuality. Spending a whole day half-a-metre from a model can be an intense experience. You must learn to be gentle and unintimidating.”

Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

It could have all turned out so differently for the award-winning Australian, lauded as the world’s foremost hair photographer.

With criminology studies complete, he was due to read law at Melbourne University but decided to take a travel-break first.

O’Toole purchased his first SLR camera and headed north, trekking to Everest’s base camp before wandering Nepal and India. It was a life-affirming “eye-opener”, the beauty of the light, the colour and the people, an inspiration. He’d found his calling, and the rest, as they say, is history.

O’Toole still gets a kick from snapping the sights. He’s a fan of the exotic, and feels especially drawn to the Whitsundays, Asia and North Africa. “Moroccan cities are incredible,” he tells me. “The way the light bounces off the walls and filters through the laneways. I love to look for things that are out of the ordinary, things that spark creativity within my mind.”

The 40-year-old photographer is based in Melbourne with his wife Kylie, (“we met the old-fashioned way, in a seedy nightclub!”) who is a make-up artist and often works with Andrew on the shoots.

“Kylie is amazing with people,” he says.

“The models will often relax knowing that she is there because when I’m constantly telling them how good they look, it doesn’t come across in a sleazy way.” They have two young daughters, Anais and Bonnie.

95% of his subjects are female. That’s a hell of a lot of women in his life, but it’s just the way he likes it. He’s always felt more drawn to ladies, felt more of a connection and certainly finds working with them far more rewarding. His feminine side, he says, is very well-developed.

“I enjoy making someone feel special,” O’Toole tells me. “The men I photograph are often confident anyway, whereas some of the younger women can be very shy.

Once the images start coming through and they see how great they look on the screen, their confidence swells. They tend to leave the studio having had a different experience. It’s something that is more meaningful for them.”

Anyone, he says, is photogenic with the right photographer. While O’Toole appreciates classic beauty, he’s interested in shooting women with unusual features: “Nine out of ten that come to castings all look the same. The ones that blow me away are not traditionally good-looking – their eyes might be slightly further apart, or their jaw squarer – but you open their book and the images jump out at you, their personalities, their energy, the way they move. They’re the ‘proper’ models.” Simply standing there and looking pretty is not enough, a model’s job is to deliver in front of the camera and his is to capture this.

Outside of Melbourne, Andrew spends much of his working life between Sydney and London. He also travels regularly across the ditch, and recently shot the Deadly Sins campaign for Servilles here in Auckland. Some years ago, he met Paul Serville at the Hair Dressing Awards in Sydney, where they were both honoured with gongs. Sat at the same table, Andrew says they didn’t realise who each other was until they went up to collect their trophies and now the two are firm friends.

“We always catch up in New Zealand,” says Andrew. “Paul’s a top bloke.”

Last year O’Toole released his own product range, ELEVEN Australia, with awardwinning hair stylist Joey Scandizzo. Made and owned by Ozdare, it became the country’s fastest selling hair range in history and is currently taking Scandinavia by storm too. 2014 will see it distributed to the rest of Europe and over to the US, the Kiwis won’t have to wait too long, it’s due to grace these shores in October. It’s an exciting time for Andrew, and life is good.

“If someone gave me ten million bucks tomorrow, I’d want to travel more and shoot people, places and portraits that I don’t currently have the time to do,” he says. “But I’d still carry on working. I have a constant striving to be better and my biggest satisfaction comes from seeing that I’m improving in terms of being both a craftsman, and an artist.”

Above: Andrew O’Toole

O’Toole purchased his first SLR camera and headed north, trekking to Everest’s base camp before wandering Nepal and India. It was a lifeaffirming “eye-opener”, the beauty of the light, the colour and the people, an inspiration. He’d found his calling, and the rest, as they say, is history.

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NEW ZEALAND FASHION WEEK

This year, New Zealand Fashion Week will take place on the 2-8 September. NZFW prides itself on offering a platform to designers, offering maximum visibility and international recognition.

Words: Paris Mitchell

KIRSTIN TWEEDIE OF JET SET BOHEMIAN CHATS TO VERVE ABOUT HER FIRST UPCOMING SHOW. “The event is a great opportunity to show people what we’re doing. I like playing with ideas of ensemble rather than individual pieces – not what you wear, but how you wear it. The shop has always provided a shopping freedom – hopefully the show will be similar – a mix of the pieces we produce with found and imported pieces. A fresh take on what you already own.”

THE MARR FACTORY New Zealand Fashion Week will open its doors to the public at Auckland’s Viaduct Events Centre, for New Zealand Fashion Weekend 2013, on Friday 6, Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 September.

New Zealand Fashion Weekend offers designer runway shows, expert beauty and style seminars and of course, the Designer Garage Sale. Buy tickets online at www.nzfashionweek.co.nz

Stephen Marr presented five nights of fashion shows from New Zealand’s leading design houses this August. The ‘Marr Factory’ was such a success the first time around in 2012, those quick enough to purchase tickets for the 2013 series got to see their chosen designers showcase spring/summer collections at Ponsonby bar Golden Dawn.

Designers included Karen Walker, Zambesi, Helen Cherry and Workshop, Nom*D and Kate Sylvester.

Be sure to keep the Marr Factory in mind for next year.

KATE SYLVESTER X THE MARR FACTORY

JENNIFER BEHR AT PLAYPARK This month Play Park by Karen Walker introduces Jennifer Behr, a one of a kind hair accessories brand. Find something luxurious for everyday wear, proving that headwear is not just for special occasions.

Play Park by Karen Walker, 6 Balm Street, Newmarket.

CELINE Whilst New Zealand Fashion Week will be well under way, New York Fashion Week will be warming up. A little taste from New York with Celine’s fuzzy pouches. Celine berlington clutches $1,200 each.

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SPRING BEAUTY RENEWAL

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THE LOOK:

After months of dry skin spring has arrived! It is the time of year we look for a healthy, understated and easy finish.

Words: Paris Mitchell

BACK STAGE AT RAG AND BONE, SPRING 2012 KAREN MURRELL Karen Murrell Lipstick in ‘Sand Storm’ is a subtle sandy brown shade that is versatile to wear and gels with any skin tone. A neutral lip can help achieve both an effortless and groomed look. $29.95 To locate your nearest stockist, visit www.karenmurrell.com or call 0508 600 400

GUINOT INTRODUCES HUILE MIRIFIC: NOURISHING DRY OIL FOR BODY & HAIR. This 2-in-1 nourishing oil instantly softens the skin and restores hair for long lasting moisture. It can be sprayed directly onto hair, concentrating on mid-length to tips or sprayed on the entire body after exfoliation. $75 For stockists contact: Olivia@beautycare.co.nz or call (09) 336 1891

FOR THE FACE Hourglass is acclaimed for its breakthrough formulations and technological innovations. It has made its mark with an ultra-mattifying, anti-aging foundation that absorbs oil, camouflages imperfections and ensures a long-lasting flawless finish. Studies have shown an improvement in skin’s overall appearance, with blemishes, acne scars and pores becoming visibly reduced in four weeks of use. $102 www.meccacosmetica.co.nz

PALE NAIL TREND

Keep nail hues muted this spring with creamy coloured nails from Leighton Denny’s Riveria spring/summer 2014 collection. Featured: ‘mine’s a rose’. $30 For stockists contact: Olivia@beautycare.co.nz or call (09) 336 1891

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Grace Choi: Gorgeous Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

With a beauty to match her 5-foot 11-inch frame, a career in modelling was inevitable for Grace Choi.

Though born in Shanghai, Grace has spent the majority of her life in Hong Kong and after appearing in a university fashion show as a favour for a friend, she caught the eye of numerous agency scouts. She was to become one of the industry’s most recognisable faces within Asia, as well as working overseas; including appearances at both the London and Paris Fashion Week. Grace has walked the runways and posed for print and television campaigns for the likes of Oscar de la Renta, Diesel, Hermès, Adidas and Vivienne Westwood.

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I ask her how the Asian industry differs from the rest of the word.

“The industry is a lot larger in Europe and America,” she tells me. “You get to meet many more of the key players, which is great on both a professional and cultural level. It’s great to meet other models from overseas too, but it makes castings much more competitive. The industry is still growing in Asia and the models from here are certainly growing in reputation.”

Is China’s fashion industry blooming at the same rate all of its others appear to be?

“Yes, it has expanded greatly in recent years. Apart from the fact that they are the main suppliers and manufacturers of many international brands, there are now also many middle and highend fashion brands emerging, some of which have gone global. It’s now one of the biggest markets too, with many designers locating their flagship stores in Beijing or Shanghai.”

Grace recently founded her own label, YiMing (derived from her Chinese name in Mandarin, Pinyin), a boutique brand that blends Chinese detailing with Western craftsmanship. “It was something that had been floating around my mind for a few years,” she says. “I’ve always been amazed by the detailing of the Oriental Qipao dresses, and realised there was a great demand for that style. It’s classic, elegant and timeless. The dresses are traditionally very formal, so I wanted to modernise them, retaining their heritage whilst adding a contemporary twist.”

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fashion shows to random people on the street. She designs all of the pieces herself and usually goes through three to four drafts before settling on the final result. Grace admits it’s becoming more difficult for boutique brands to establish themselves in this most fiercely competitive of industries. “With a limited budget it’s hard because we must put a lot of capital into material sourcing, sampling and production to ensure quality,” she tells me. “While quality is of the upmost importance, a strong marketing strategy is essential for the success of any label. Apart from Hong Kong and China, we’re trying to break into the overseas markets in Europe, the US, Australia and of course New Zealand. I’m hoping our online store [yi-ming.asia] will help with that.”

Grace isn’t done there though. Further showcasing her creative and business acumen, she also heads Gorgeous Productions, an international event management, fashion show production and model training firm. “Modelling was such an amazing career, but I knew it wasn’t a long-lasting one,” says Grace.

“I decided to start Gorgeous as a way of usefully applying all of the experience I have gained, to invest in my future. To organise a fashion show or manage an event, you need to be a skilled planner, organiser and leader. It’s certainly a lot more complicated than being a model.”

But which life does Grace prefer?

“Modelling is fabulous and glamorous,” she smiles, “but organising the whole thing is far more challenging – and ultimately rewarding. I definitely prefer the event production and fashion business side.”

“Further showcasing her creative and business acumen, she also heads Gorgeous Productions, an international event management, fashion show production and model training firm. “Modelling was such an amazing career, but I knew it wasn’t a long-lasting one,” says Grace. “I decided to start Gorgeous as a way of usefully applying all of the experience I have gained, to invest in my future.”

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VERVE CHATS TO:

Margarita of Elite Teen Programme Verve: What made you decide to concentrate on teens?

Margarita: I remember being a teen myself and what a struggle it was at times.

I thought if I started a teen programme the advice given would be one removed from the parents and we all know teens would much rather listen and take advice from anyone but their parents. I am passionate about making the teenage years effortless, well, as effortless as one can make it. I am passionate about empowering our teens to embrace who they are as individuals, to understand and learn how to dress for their own body shape and personality.

V: Do you work on their self-esteem?

M: We certainly do work on their selfesteem. Self-esteem and empowerment go hand in hand. The more we can empower teens, the more self-esteem they have. Every module is designed to empower; this is extremely important.

By the end of the week, we see huge changes in levels of confidence and

morale. The feedback from parents regarding the rise in their teen’s selfesteem is just incredible. I feel very privileged to be part of this.

V: Do you talk about body image?

M: We do a whole day and more on body image and body language, colours and style personality. It is completely hands-on and we are very lucky to have the use of garments from retailers so the girls get to play a lot with style and fashion in regards to dressing themselves for best effect. It is so important for their self-esteem and gives them invaluable life tools. By addressing their own body shape in a fun way, and understanding that everyone is unique we see the teens quite literally ‘bloom’.

V: What is the message you want to get across?

M: That it is ok to be yourself. We are often so much more powerful than we portray or think for fear of being judged by others.

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Above: Margarita Politis

“The more we can empower teens, the more self-esteem they have. Every module is designed to empower; this is extremely important. By the end of the week, we see huge changes in levels of confidence and morale.”

WORKSHOP OUTLINE • Starts with introductory brain-based session

• Your role as a host

• Pencilcase tutoring

• Appropriate social behaviour

• How to best dress for your body shape • Style personality and fashion • Colour personality (colours to compliment skin tone, hair and eye colour, etc)

• Your role as a guest • Make-up master class • Food and nutrition • Exercise / movement • Body language

• Wardrobe styling

• Interviewing techniques – how to develop a strong first impression

• Smile for the camera

• Photo shoot

• Skin care

• Hair care and create your own styles

• Nail care

• The polished professional

• Formal dress code

• Mini cooking class – make a healthy snack

• The importance of posture

• Cat walk techniques

• Dining experience

• The appearance of success

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL – Margarita, I really have to thank you first and foremost. As you know, Amber has struggled a lot of late with a number of self-confidence issues and had become introverted. The power and self-confidence she has gained is nothing short of incredible. The following week saw Amber get up, and work through clothes she loved, and head out with her friends. You have raised the overall consciousness of etiquette, certainly for Amber and now our household.

What you offer is priceless. I would have paid twice that for her to learn what she did. Bless you and your team.

Sophie – St Heliers

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IS YOUR WARDROBE THE SHOE MUST GO ON! ‘AGE APPROPRIATE’?

Christine Lemalu is the face of Smitten.

Based in Remuera, Smitten was established in 2003 to help women create the WOW factor. With a love of all things stylish and colourful, Christine has a fantastic way of putting a personal touch on each consultation. Christine is fully trained and offers one-on-one consultations in colour, style and wardrobe planning as well as wardrobe overhauls and personal shopping trips.

Christine often gets asked by clients for tips on how to dress ‘age appropriate’. She replies by stating that if you relate your age to your wardrobe choices, this can help you build an ideal, highly personalised style. BUT how a woman looks, feels, and behaves may make her seem decades older or younger than the date on her birth certificate.

It is wise before spending your hard earned dollars, to ask yourself whether an outfit makes you feel fabulous about your body. If you’re in your 50s and have amazing legs, there is certainly no reason to hide them under long skirts. If you’re 19 and feel best when slightly more covered, don’t let anyone pressure you into over-exposure.

You may not care to conform to age-based fashion norms, but they still exist. If you’re going to ignore them, make sure that doing so won’t cause you any undue embarrassment or attract unwanted attention. Remember – you want to stand out for the right reasons!

Christine’s best advice to women looking to stay current and look youthful as they age is to wear flattering colours and styles and inject fun new accessories each season. This way your wardrobe doesn’t have to be replaced too often and you still look totally up to date.

For additional advice on any services offered by Smitten, visit www.smitten.co.nz or phone (09) 522 1982. See Smitten’s ad in Verve’s Market Place on page 120

Third generation of Monks to come into New Zealand heritage footwear family business DAVID ELMAN After six years living in London and working as Marketing Manager for The Walt Disney Company, Rachel Monks has recently returned to New Zealand to come into her family business, DAVID ELMAN. The iconic boutique brand was initially started by her grandfather as a manufacturing entity in a small factory in Newton in 1941, eventually expanding and moving into the retail sector with its own branded stores.

DAVID ELMAN moved out of manufacturing three years ago and is now solely a retail brand, importing all their footwear from Europe – predominantly Italy and Spain. But they still maintain their key point of difference: ranges that always encompass elegant classic silhouettes and styles, as well as styles that are ontrend, but a little bit different for the fashion-forward lady – both of which they have always been known for. Their new summer range is no exception. There are six key looks that DAVID ELMAN will bring to the market this season – Brights, Au Naturale, Chunky Heels, Mesmerising Metallics, Monochrome, and some stunning high heels in the Daring Diva. Plus, during the month of September, when you buy any pair of the fabulous range, you will receive a complimentary Makeup Makeover from Clinique valued at $80 so you can look and feel great from head to toe!

Since her return four months ago to New Zealand, Rachel has worked with zeal, developing a new company logo, new e-commerce website (www.davidelman.co.nz), Facebook fan page (www.facebook.com/davidelmanshoes), VIP email programme, as well as hosting events in both their Ponsonby and Hamilton stores. Her focus in the coming months will be on building complementary brand partnerships and co-promotional opportunities and other expansion prospects.

So, look forward to seeing more new and exciting things from DAVID ELMAN, it looks like they’re taking some great strides!

See David Elman’s ad on page 28.

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ULTRA (sustainable eco chic) has already offered women a modular ten-piece wardrobe that aims to last them the whole year, but what about men? Company Wool & Prince, embarked upon a mission to develop a smart shirt that doesn’t crease or smell even after 100 days of wear.

STYLISH SHIRT

THAT DOESN’T NEED WASHING OR IRONING FOR 100 DAYS!

The company wanted to create the shirt equivalent to a pair of jeans – a piece of clothing that can be worn multiple times before it gets unacceptably dirty or wrinkled. Rather than develop a new alternative to regular cotton, this startup took advantage of the natural qualities of fine merino wool, which isn’t as coarse and scratchy as the wool used in jumpers. The thread isn’t prone to breaking, wicks sweat away from the skin and retains its shape when crumpled. After developing a prototype – based on the woollen heavy duty shirts manufactured by their father’s company Pendleton – Wool & Prince gave their fashionable button-down shirts to 15 volunteers, who wore them while clubbing in New York City and travelling in the Andes. Founder Mac Bishop also wore a version of the shirt for 100 days without washing or ironing to demonstrate its resilient properties. After launching its Kickstarter target of US$30,000, Wool & Prince recently completed funding at over US$300,000.

Wool & Prince shirts were available by pre-order for US$98, coming in four different styles, and the company hopes to produce more in the future for those who missed out on the Kickstarter campaign. The shirt should encourage consumers to cut back on the materials involved in regular washing, as well as buying new clothes as often, thanks to its durable properties.

PS: Believe it or not, the first 3000 shirts produced sold out in less than ten days after the story of this intriguing garment went viral.

the cupboard

...the essence of style

Iconic Boutique ‘The Cupboard’ now in Ponsonby and Parnell Fashion trends come and go. Good style is perennial and ageless.

For nearly four decades, The Cupboard has crafted an enduring statement in design excellence.

New Zealand women and international clientele have visited our sophisticated fashion boutique to choose custom-made clothes and accessories, as well as unique prêt-à-porter styles.

Many buy two or three pieces a season, investing in an enduring wardrobe which can be stylishly blended for years and worn with poise.

These women love our exclusive labels, our professional staff, and a fit that perfectly suits their body.

Until now, these things were only available at our iconic Parnell boutique.

Now, The Cupboard is also at 14 St Marys Road in Ponsonby!

Says designer/director Diane Burkhardt: “I truly love our new boutique, and the huge design studio! It gives me more creative working space, and I can better offer customers immediate advice and consults. I can’t wait to show you our new shop and our spring designs!”

Ponsonby – (09) 378 4770; Parnell – (09) 379 9870 www.thecupboard.co.nz

FRESH AS A DAISY It’s spring cleaning time, so bring in your bedding, linens, curtains, and cushion covers and they’ll come up smelling like roses.

Newmarket 402 Broadway, Newmarket (09) 520 6040 | Eastridge 215 Kepa Rd, Kohimarama (09) 521 6066 | www.regaldrycleaners.co.nz

SARANNE FABRICS: THE BEST LACE SHOP IN THE WORLD Elie Saab laces, laces with beads, vintage laces, and guipure lace are all available at Saranne Fabrics! Saranne Fabrics has lace that has been handmade from France by talented French women in their 80s, who still to this day work their beautiful wrinkled hands turning out amazingly intricate beaded lace. At Saranne’s last count they had 158 bolts of lace!

As you enter Saranne Fabrics in Remuera you will notice that the beautiful jewels on the beaded trims and fabrics look like thousands of diamond rings – irresistibly you are drawn to them!

Saranne will also dye a lace to suit your taste or to match a handbag that you may have. The laces are priced from $100.00 to $1000.00 per metre.

Faye, who owns Saranne Fabrics is a specialist in choosing lace. She has been in the business for many years and all fabrics are chosen and selected by her.

Beaded trims seem to stand out - with their sparkly jewels wanting your attention!

Saranne Fabric store is a force to be reckoned with. It is not only a store that has the most exquisite range of fabrics, Faye who owns Saranne, will design and make you the most beautiful wedding dress! She also specializes in motherof-the-bride and mother-of-the-groom outfits, which she believes are often “forgotten.” Her aim is to make every one of her clients walk out of Saranne feeling like they have had an experience and feel wonderful!

If you have a ball, a wedding, or a celebration to attend, I suggest you visit Saranne and talk to Faye.

MADE TO ORDER service available.

Hours. 9.30 – 5.30, Monday – Saturday OR BY APPOINTMENT. Saranne Fabrics 413 Remuera Road Village Green, Remuera Phone: (09) 522 0180

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TORI NO SU: A WINNER Finalists in the Schools Trash to Fashion Awards 2013 took to the catwalk and modelled their unique designs.

Schools Trash to Fashion is an Auckland Council-driven initiative to spread the word about recycling, reusing and reducing waste by giving students a practical, yet creative, and fun opportunity to turn rubbish into high fashion and moveable art.

“I’d like to congratulate everyone who participated in this year’s awards. The entries were of a high calibre and it is exciting to see the up and coming talent and creativity that we have in Auckland”, says Kaye Glamuzina, Auckland Council’s Arts and Culture Manager.

The Supreme Award went to Kayla Rousselle, Lynfield College, for her entry Tori No Su (Birds Nest) in the Untamed Category.

Kayla won the Emerging Fashion Designer in the 2012 awards.

She says her garment, made from vinyl/pleather and hessian with old green garden netting, sticks and twigs, was inspired by the mystery and enchantment of birds and their extraordinary lives.

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The Most Innovative Use of Materials went to Dae’n Te Reo, Bayswater School (primary) for The Living Room Chair, which was entered into the Mahy Mayhem category. His design brought the old chair back to life and was inspired by the Margaret Mahy story “Down the Back of the Chair”.

The Emerging Fashion Design Student Award was won by Megan Bowker from Massey High School for her entry A Touch of Autumn, inspired by the falling leaves of autumn and its beautiful colours and made from wool blankets.

SIX MONTHS CLOTHES SWAPPING FOR ONLY $260 Rejuvenate your wardrobe and enjoy the many benefits of shopping by ‘swapping’ at Swap My Clothes!

• $260 for six months (or weekly or fortnightly instalments of $10 or $20 respectively), you can enjoy creating fabulous new looks with our beautiful selection of clothes and accessories.

• Earn points by bringing in your pre-loved clothes and turn your costly fashion mistakes and impulse buys into someone else’s favourite clothes.

• We call it fashion with a conscience. You can look your best and support sustainable fashion at the same time. It’s the new socially responsible way to shop AND you save yourself a fortune on clothing while always looking a million dollars!

• We cater to all sizes – so there is something for everyone.

• Sign yourself and a friend up this month and receive an extra three points.

Swap My Clothes promises members an enjoyable and rewarding swapping experience with quality clothing in a friendly and supportive environment. Be part of a community and come to our special events, as well as enjoying promotions and discounts from our partner brands.

Swapping - the ethical responsible way to shop.

The Supreme Award winner’s garment Tori No Su by Kayla Rouselle

MERCY HOSPICE AUCKLAND SHOPS SAY

“THANK YOU”

Do you have quality items someone else could use?

From Monday 2 to Saturday 14 September 2013, Mercy Hospice Shops throughout central Auckland will be making a big deal of customers in appreciation of their generous support. Mercy Hospice’s seven shops are located in Ponsonby, Mt. Eden, Royal Oak, Point Chevalier, Blockhouse Bay and Ellerslie (with a second furniture shop downstairs).

All seven shops have an important role to play in contributing towards Mercy Hospice’s Auckland’s fundraising goal of $3million every year. Thanks to the generosity of shoppers and donors alike, Mercy Hospice Auckland is able to offer, at no charge, a wide range of support and care services to patients dealing with life-limiting illness, as well as support for their loved ones, 24 hours of the day, 365 days of the year.

Shop staff and volunteers are looking forward to thanking customers for the important part they play in helping Hospice meet the growing demand for its vital services. Serving all people in Auckland City and central suburbs, Mercy Hospice’s nurses, doctors and family support staff make more than 10000 visits to patients’ homes and aged residential care facilities every year. Last year this vital service attended to the needs of a record 1000 patients. It’s a number that is only expected to grow.

“We simply could not have achieved this milestone without the wonderful support of our community,” says Lynda Smith, Mercy Hospice Auckland CEO.

Recycle | Reuse | Reduce

Turning second hand goods into first class care.

Our Mercy Hospice Shops welcome donations of good

quality clothing, accessories, homeware, books, CDs, furniture, small electrical appliances, surplus items or unwanted gifts.

We ask that your donations of good quality items be clean and in working order.

Your support will directly help fund the free palliative care Mercy Hospice Auckland provides for people facing life-limiting illnesses living in the Auckland District Health Board area.

MERCY HOSPICE SHOPS Mon-Sat, 10am-4pm

Shoppers who purchase $20 or more of goods per visit will receive one ticket to go into the draw to win a $200 credit to use in-store. Some conditions apply and details will be available in-store. All seven shops will be offering the same prize draw and with lolly jars on hand no one will go away empty handed.

Ellerslie Hospice Furniture Shop 188 Ladies Mile, Ellerslie Town Centre, Ph 579 1208 (Ext 5) Ellerslie Hospice Shop 188 Ladies Mile, Ellerslie Town Centre, Ph 579 1208 Mt Eden Hospice Shop 453 Mt Eden Rd, Mt Eden Village Ph 630 7110

Royal Oak Hospice Shop 728 Manukau Rd (opp Pak’N Save car park), Royal Oak, Ph 625 9300 Ponsonby Hospice Shop 300 Ponsonby Rd (Herne Bay end) Ph 376 5301 Pt Chev Arcade Hospice Shop Pt Chev Arcade, Pt Chevalier Ph 849 2258 Blockhouse Bay Hospice Shop 560 Blockhouse Bay Road (near roundabout), Ph 627 0128

To arrange free collection of furniture call 579 1208 (Ext 5).

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Tasca: An Oasis on Nuffield St The first thing you notice about Tasca, after immediately relaxing in the earthy wooden ambience, is how ‘established’ it feels. It could have been nestled here in Nuffield Street for 20 years or more, but was only opened in 2006. This is exactly what owner Clare Hindmarsh wanted to achieve. ‘Tasca’ roughly translates to ‘neighbourhood tapas bar’ in Spanish. An oasis in Newmarket, Tasca has plenty of ‘flavour’, both in ambience and menu, it is spacious with lots of seating options and is warm, friendly and relaxed. Special care is taken to keep patrons warm, with wellplaced heaters, a fireplace at the back and traditional shawls at the ready.

We love Tasca because it does feel like your ‘local’. Three of us from Verve decided to share everything, starting with a ‘lunchtime tapas plate’, deliciously moist and perfectly grilled haloumi, tasty toasted Spanish tomato bread (rubbed with cooked tomato, olive oil and herbs), a mix of greens, and my favourite, semidried and slightly bitter, black olives. And Spanish style green beans...slow cooked and tossed in olive oil and tomato.

They do great salads at Tasca – meal sized salads that are filling, healthy and interesting with quality ingredients.

We shared the Granada and the Sevilla (named after the famous Spanish cities).

The Granada is vegetarian but far from boring, with large croutons smeared generously with blue cheese and delightful quince paste, walnuts and an exotic pomegranate molasses dressing.

The Sevilla is my ‘go-to’ salad, I could eat this everyday – perfectly just-seared tuna, orange segments, toasted almonds and a superb anchovy dressing.

Clare recommended the house-speciality ‘Moorish eggs’. The eggs are broken and cooked in a tomato and herb sauce and surrounded by aromatic herby beef meatballs, served with woodfired Turkish pide bread. This dish was delicious, tasty without being overly rich.

We didn’t have room for dessert but the cakes looked moist and are served in large slabs! I will save room for the baklava next time! The coffee is excellent – Tasca uses Millers coffee, one of the original ‘old-school’ roasting companies, and it is served in delightful pastel-teal cups.

Tasca is very busy in the evenings, the ambience is lovely, candles on every table provide ambient lighting. Perfect for a romantic dinner for two up to large groups (18 or more people will need a set menu, but there are many options). Care has been taken with the wine list so that it is 70% Spanish.

So get to Newmarket and slip into the oasis that is Tasca. Try some Spanish influenced food and wine and leave feeling that you have just taken a trip somewhere exotic!

‘Tasca’ roughly translates to ‘neighbourhood tapas bar’ in Spanish. An oasis in Newmarket, Tasca has plenty of ‘flavour’, both in ambience and menu, it is spacious with lots of seating options and is warm, friendly and relaxed.

TASCA, NEWMARKET 25 Nuffield Street | (09) 522 4443 www.tasca.co.nz Hours: Monday - Friday: 9.30am - late Weekend: 9am - late

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Above: Arctic Opera, shot by Mara Sommer.

Clothing: Original jacket by Morgan Hollis-Ward, wedding skirts stylist’s own.

Model: Ella @ Clyne

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BEAUTY & HEALTH

VERVE CHATS TO:

Danny of D&M Danny of D&M Hairdressers chats with Verve about his success, dreams and desires and working with business partner, Michael. The combination of their unique cultures, speciality skill sets and creative passion is what defines them and makes them “stand out from the crowd”.

Verve: Danny, you have the most positive attitude. Have you always had it?

Danny: I am quite a high energy, restless type of guy, and even when I’m not feeling that positive myself, I strive to be positive for the people around me.

V: Can you tell the readers a little about your background/career pre D&M – and where that gorgeous accent comes from?

D: I grew up in Europe and the Middle East, and spent my youth travelling around the world, so my accent doesn’t really belong to anywhere. I’ve been hairdressing since I was 16 and have worked throughout Europe before ending up in New Zealand.

V: How did you come to live and work in New Zealand?

D: Some family members were living here at the time. I came to visit them, fell in love with a Kiwi man and here I am, still. I love it here.

V: Can you tell us about your business partner, Michael, how you both set up D&M, and the growth of your business over the past seven years?

D: Michael and I have been friends for about 15 years. We had worked together a little bit, but had built up our careers as busy stylists quite separately. One day about seven years ago, we went for lunch at noon and didn’t finish until morning. The next day we went to the bank (hungover)… the next thing we knew we had opened up.

The rest is history. We wanted to create something that was unique, that celebrated culture. By creating something new, we could push the boundaries, produce collections our own way, collaborate with up-and-coming designers and artists, play the music we like and celebrate all of our different cultures.

V: Over the past couple of years you have been in demand in New York, Paris and now Hong Kong. Can you tell us how this all started/happened?

D: The short answer? Hard work. I started my hairdressing career when I was very young, and over the years have gained skills and experiences by working in different fields of hairdressing, from

editorial and catwalk to music videos and advertising, and all of this kind of just lead me to international opportunities.

V: Can you let our readers know how you cope with the business side of your hair salon – as most creative people don’t enjoy this side of running a business?

D: When Michael and I first started D&M, we were flying by the seat of our pants when it came to the business side of things. Thanks to the support of an inspiring business mentor and a wise accountant, we learned a lot quite quickly.

But to be honest, I’d still rather read Italian Vogue than talk numbers.

Above: Danny (left) and Michael (right)

V: What has been the highlight?

D: I’m so lucky that there have been and continue to be so many! The incredible team at the salon, the awards we keep being recognised with, the session work both here and overseas and my amazing clients.

V: There are definite plusses to having a business partner – do you find this? Can you outline for Verve Readers.

D: Michael and I are so lucky to have each other. We share the challenges and the responsibilities, and we bring different elements to the business. We also both love talking through things a lot so it’s great to have a business partner!

V: Please tell us more about hair trends for summer 2013/14.

D: We’ve been doing a lot of shoulder length hair, worn either loose and soft or sharp and shiny, as seen in Dior’s and Saint Laurent’s latest campaigns.

We’re still feeling the influence of Gatsby with some 20s shorter styles with polished waves.

V: When did you realise that hair was your passion?

D: I was born with five sisters. Someone had to do it.

V: Any tips for brilliant hair that you could share with Verve readers?

D: Caring for your hair is like caring for your skin. You need to invest in wellformulated professional products to get the best results. In New Zealand, we’re exposed to a lot of harsh UV light, so you need the right shampoo, conditioner and treatment for your specific hair needs, as prescribed by your stylist.

V: Although Danny, hair is not your only passion. You are a fantastic stylist with a head full of amazing ideas and inspirations. Tell us more about these.

D: To be honest, I’m always thinking. Hair is my primary platform, but I’m obsessed with details, shape, texture, colour, movement and culture. This just seems to translate into fashion styling. With our salon collections, I always start from a concept that’s about the art direction of the shoot, not just the hair by itself.

A lot of my ideas come from music, film, illustration and iconic women from the past and present. I’ve always been surrounded by women, from my family to my clients, and I take inspiration from each of them.

V: What has been the biggest obstacle in your career?

D: Me! I know I’m too hard on myself but I can’t help it.

V: Must have hair products?

D: Davines OI/ALL IN ONE MILK is one of the most amazing products I’ve tried in years. It makes anyone’s hair instantly beautiful, protects against UV light and heat damage, and gives body without weighing the hair down.

V: Do you feel you have ‘made it’ or do you think that there is much more to come from you as a hair designer/stylist?

D: I have absolutely not finished yet. In fact, while I’m typing this, I’ve had a few new ideas that I’m looking forward to developing …

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Yoga Fashion & Fashion Faux Pas

Words: Denise Ferguson

I drifted down into child’s pose and felt my breathing settle once again. Ahh, that was an amazing sequence. The instructor came and gave me an idyllic stretch... I sunk into myself even deeper. Before she moved onto the next student, she kindly tucked my thong back into my pants and pulled them up to a more appropriate place. Oops.

She instructed the class to please recline onto their backs and take hold of a foot.

“Bend your knee deep and press your foot into the air”. Oh no, that man isn’t wearing any underwear. I can’t look. I can’t not look. Oh dear.

First time student. Nice t-shirt with OM symbol on the front. Yeeah. Teacher softly says, “and everybody lift your hips up and back into downward facing dog”. T-shirt plus gravity equals instantly blinded and strangled. Stupid OM symbol t-shirt.

Shirtless man. Hot body. Sweat flinging off him onto the woman next to him. She dodges, the sweat lands on her anyway.

Gross.

I’ve seen it all. Body parts that I don’t want to see. Jeans, boxer shorts and pyjama pants serving as yoga attire.

Peeps practicing in socks, shoes and see through pants. The latest picture doing the rounds is someone practicing in their birthday suit... but still wearing shoes. I’ve seen it all and I’ve been guilty of at least two of the above faux pas.

You really don’t need fancy threads to practice yoga, but if you’re going to get serious, some good yoga clothes can take your practice to another level. Here are some tips: 1. Ladies: wear pants which stretch easily and cover your butt when you sit down or lean forward. You’ll thank yourself for that one. Guys: your running shorts, rugby shorts, togs and boxers will not keep your bits inside. Trust me. Wear something mid thigh or longer but which stretches and moves easily.

2. Tops which are too loose will constantly annoy you in class and/or expose you. Wear a top which doesn’t restrict movement but isn’t too loose either. In the States many men don’t wear shirts to yoga. Make sure you check with your studio’s etiquette first if you want to forgo the t-shirt but if you do, make sure you have a towel to soak up

the sweat. Hoodies will flop around while you flow, so I suggest you go hood-less.

3. You’ll end up taking most of your jewellery off because it will get in the way.

Better to take it off before you get to the mat as it often gets left behind. I however like to have my jewellery next to me because it is meaningful or reminds me of a loved one. If you like to have it next to you, remember to take it with you.

4. Practicing in socks and shoes will also get in the way and hinder the gripping and stretching of your feet. We get back to basics in yoga. Bare feet all the way.

5. Underwear. Wear it. You’d be surprised how see-through clothes get when you are stretching them to the limit. On that note, black and patterned thongs (and the bits they don’t cover) will be seen by another if you are wearing lighter coloured leggings.

Look, most of us are open-minded and we don’t mind (even enjoy) the occasional faux

pas. Some people get a giggle from it, some people get offended. You could end up the star in somebody else’s story over dinner that night, or your fashion could just hinder your bliss in class. Keep it simple... but not too simple. Think, stretchy and movable, but not so much that it’ll strangle you and expose you. No socks, no shoes, no hoods, no jewellery (unless it is meaningful). At the end of the day, if it doesn’t bother you, then anything is appropriate. Please do remember though, that the person behind you could have a totally different view of your anatomy than you have and it can get pretty crowded in those classes. Enjoy.

About Denise: Passionate about yoga, Denise uses her experience as a yoga teacher and wellness junkie to provide simple, practical health and wellbeing tips to help people evolve from sort of healthy and happy to exceptionally healthy and happy.

She transfers her knowledge through teaching yoga classes, facilitating retreats, writing and blogging.

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Weird and Wonderful Beauty Treatments Words: Inger-Lisa Hurst

BIRD POO FACIALS

SHEEP PLACENTA VITAMINS

Otherwise known as the ‘Geisha Facial,’ the bird poo facial is a Japanese treatment using Asian nightingale excrement mixed with rice bran. Becoming more and more popular in Manhattan’s Shizuka New York Skin Care Salon, the facials will allegedly keep your face soft and smooth using an enzyme in the poo to gently exfoliate the skin.

Used in China, France and allegedly by the British royal family for the last 1400 years, sheep placenta vitamins are said to offer one of the richest sources of nutrients, growth factors, immune co-factors and bioactive cytokines ever known. The vitamins are said to, ”improve the quality of your physical life.”

SNAKE MASSAGE

‘VAMPIRE’ FACELIFT

Snake massages are popping up all over Israel, where clients have a number of different sized snakes placed on their back where they are left to wriggle around. Apparently the larger snakes give a kneading sensation, while the smaller ones have a more delicate touch. Clients can relax knowing that all of the snakes are non-venomous.

Technically called Platelet-Rish-Plasma Therapy, PRP involves drawing a few tubes of your own blood, before the platelets are separated and re-injected into areas of the face which need plumping up. According to Hollywood insiders, the Vampire Facelift is a treatment of choice for Tiger Woods, Alex Rodriguez and Kim Kardashian.

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VERVE CHATS TO:

Brigit of Linden Leaves Linden Leaves offers a beautiful comprehensive range of botanical products that are crafted by hand in Christchurch. The range has a loyal and growing following, because it smells incredible, is gorgeous to use and leaves your skin feeling luxuriously pampered.

Verve: What inspired you to get into the skincare industry?

Brigit: The desire to provide a gentle, natural alternative to the harsh, chemical options available for two of my children who had to deal with chronic, severe eczema.

V: You started your business in your garage. Did you always have the vision for the company you have developed to date?

B: Yes. I always wanted for the company to be known for the integrity, attention to detail and effective products that it has become recognised for. I wanted to be an educator and respectful of our customers intelligence.

V: Why are New Zealand beauty products so popular in Asia?

B: Asian people have a wonderfully holistic approach to their health and wellbeing and there is synergy with our products.

We have a very nurturing approach to beauty and this covers a wide, encompassing parameter of healthy skin, confidence, delight, positivity – inner and outer beauty.

V: When you are creating a new product, how does the process unfold?

B: We consider market trends, if there is a gap in our ranges and often our loyal customers ask us if we can provide a solution to their skin problem. We undertake in-depth research and consideration before we decide on a product or a range. The next step is to work closely with our cosmetic chemist and laboratory for sampling and our product designer so the product and presentation combine to tell the story. We have focus groups and the experience of overseas markets to get a global perspective. It may take us up to two years from concept to launch.

V: What sets Linden Leaves apart from other ranges?

B: The breadth of our offering. We have haircare, skincare, footcare, soaps, plus fragrant diffusers and room sprays to enhance home living. We have beautiful botanical products, crafted by hand. We are well known for our outstanding fragrances.

Our brand is highly sensory, providing delight and wellbeing.

V: How do you develop a product without animal testing?

B: We are against animal testing, and besides, there is no need to. All our products are made with love in New Zealand and use naturally gentle, proven ingredients that have no reason to be tested on animals.

“We offer our customers the choice of a healthy, nourished skin but the ‘experience’ is much wider. It includes a sense of wellbeing, of being nurtured and indulged, connected and included, confident and cared for.”

V: What ‘experience’ are you trying to achieve for the Linden Leaves product user?

B: We offer our customers the choice of a healthy, nourished skin but the ‘experience’ is much wider. It includes a sense of wellbeing, of being nurtured and indulged, connected and included, confident and cared for. Our customers feel respected and trust travels both ways.

V: You export to 14 countries — do you have plans to extend this international market?

B: This keeps us busy enough! We are more interested in caring for our brand and ensuring customers globally enjoy the same experience so rather than expand markets, we are expanding service, education and relationships.

V: What excites you most about your business?

B: The joy and satisfaction our beautiful products give to people, the team I am blessed to work with and the opportunities ahead.

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Pacific Island Noni Fruit – Popular for its Health Boosting Benefits Words: Jennifer Laidlaw

Sticking with the general theory that things that taste delicious are often bad for you and foods that you would rather pass on are probably good for you, it is no surprise that noni fruit is deemed to be a wonder-food.

levels and aid digestion. The juice has a potent smell, best left un-described, so be advised that plugging your nose while you sip it is recommended. The initial sensory shock is no different than overcoming the mental block of drinking greenie-brown healthy smoothies – a little mind-over-matter.

This fragrant, high-in-potassium, treegrowing fruit, is part of the coffee family.

It grows year-round in Pacific Island countries such as Tonga and Niue and has a folkloric reputation of having medicinal properties.

Judith Grant of Life Health, based in Auckland, says what really struck her about the fruit were the strong beliefs and generations of stories from Pacific Islanders that she spoke to – from reports of improved hair and skin to the healing of gaping wounds. Judith and her husband have been taking a daily dose of noni juice for over seven years and they miss it if they don’t have it.

Here in New Zealand, you can find it in juice form – a health tonic shot back in 50 millilitre daily doses to pump up the immune system, boost energy

At this time, there is not enough scientific research to give an official medical seal of approval; however there are studies actively being carried out worldwide to

determine the effects of noni properties on the immune system, specifically to do with cancer treatments. Judith recommends that noni juice be viewed as one part of a healthy lifestyle, like eating well and exercising daily. She also suggests allowing approximately two to three months of daily ingestion for your body to respond to the properties of the fruit and to show signs of its benefits.

In Auckland you can find noni juice in health stores such as Wise Cicada in Newmarket and Ceres in Ellerslie or you can order it online from wholesalers such as Life Health.

For more on Noni Juice visit altmedicine.about.com/cs/ herbsvitaminsad/a/Noni.htm

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The Colour Experts KENSINGTON Hairdressing has been in Remuera for four years now, ensuring that all their clients have great hair, which means an excellent cut and perfect colour.

WELLA is the global authority on hair colour products, with 125 years leadership in the hairdressing industry. They are the choice of Kensington, who are a Wella Premier Salon.

MASTER COLOUR status has been awarded by Wella to Kensington’s owner Gaynor Arbuckle, one of only seven master colour experts in New Zealand.

SKIN TONE reading also helps the Kensington team to personalise your hair colour and make-up to compliment your wardrobe and make you look the best you can.

CLIENT EXPERIENCE is most important at Kensington, as they continually work to ensure that every visit to their salon

gives their clients a high quality hair result and a relaxing and pampered experience.

HIGH QUALITY services in all aspects of hairdressing make Kensington the ideal salon to satisfy all your needs – they always strive to get it right first time.

FASHION is very important at Kensington with Terry, their Creative Director, recently working on X-Factor, looking after GAP5 and the judges. The team regularly work on shows and at fashion week. Their seasonal newsletter will keep you up to date with current trends.

TRENDVISION is an annual international hairdressing competition that seeks out the best creative ideas and talent in the world. Kensington’s team have consistently won awards for their creative colour entries.

MEET THE TEAM —

Gaynor Arbuckle Technical Director

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O-VARY GOOD CAUSE Tracy Pepper was diagnosed with advanced stage 3 ovarian cancer in 1985 at the age of 10, at the time she was the 20th diagnosed case of the disease, with no survivors. Her body was used in the name of science to test drugs to help find the right combination to help other less advanced cases of the cancer. Miraculously she survived. Pepper now plans on climbing the highest mountain in Africa, from September 23-29 with other survivors and supporters to educate, inspire and to honour other women diagnosed with the disease.

To Tracy, Kilimanjaro is the metaphor for the impossible mountain every cancer patient feels they’ve been asked to climb when they are diagnosed. She is not a mountaineer.

She just has determination. Tracy has volunteered for various cancer charities over the past 28 years as a mentor, speaker, ambassador and advocate.

and began to gain weight. Rather than give up, Tracy took her health into her own hands. She fired her doctors and found a more holistic GP who listened to her and understood that she did not fit in a box.

She went off all the medication and began the journey back to natural health and well-being. She now teaches meditation, breathing, yoga as well as having been a practicing neuromuscular therapist for the past 18 years. So not only does she volunteer with cancer organisations but she has devoted her career to helping people control their own health naturally.

You can find her and follow her journey on facebook under Tracy Pepper Expedition of Hope.

The film-makers are looking for funding to make the documentary.

If you’d like to help please contact tracypepper@yahoo.com

Local Kiwi film-makers are creating a documentary – a story about a woman who was told she would not survive and has passed insurmountable odds to not only survive but to devote her life to giving back. What it was like growing up as a young woman with challenges that older woman face and the impact it had on the choices she made.

In 2007, 20 years after the initial diagnosis, Tracy had to have surgery to remove another ovarian tumour on her remaining ovary. It was found early. She is clear of cancer. At the age of 32, she went into medical menopause and was also dealing with malignant hypertension. Doctors put her on so much medication she became physically exhausted, lost all her energy

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Dr Catherine Stone About the Latest New Skin Rejuvenation Treatment e-dermastamp LINDA’S STORY My skin was looking dull and lifeless, the texture had become coarse with large pores. I had started to despair over my ageing skin. I was thrilled then to hear about a new treatment on offer at The Face Place – e-Dermastamp. I didn’t want any ‘downtime’ or anything too painful but I wanted great results and a fresh new look!

What I like about the e-Dermastamp is it can treat my whole face, including the area around my mouth and lips and also the delicate eye area, where I need it! My Skin was numbed before the procedure and I didn’t find it painful, it was a bit red at first but this faded quickly and I was able to go to work the next day!

My skin texture and the overall ‘health’ of my my skin improved within days. My friends have commented that my skin has a ‘lustre’ and I’m glowing. I am looking forward to completing my course of treatments of e-Dermastamp. If my already improved complexion is only a hint of what the final result will be, I will be more than delighted!

Verve: What is e-dermastamp?

Catherine: e-dermastamp (EDS) is the latest technology in skin needling to facilitate skin rejuvenation, collagen stimulation and scar remodelling.

EDS uses a machine with very fine needles on a tip, which vibrates them in and out of the skin at very high speed, creating tiny micro-channels in the skin, naturally stimulating your body’s repair systems to thicken the skin, and improve skin texture.

The tiny micro-needles can be adjusted in length, to suit the different areas of the face.

V: What benefits will I see in my skin, and when?

C: EDS is used to improve skin texture and tone, can reduce pore size and tighten the skin, and is one of our most effective treatments for blending scarring and acne scares. Results can sometimes be seen as early as one week after treatment, and are visible at six weeks and often improve for up to 6-12 months.

V: How often should I have treatments?

C: While many people see results with just one treatment, we recommend 3-4 treatments, each about 6-8 weeks apart.

After your initial course of treatments, you may choose to have a ‘refresh’ treatment every 12-18 months.

V: What will I look like after?

C: Immediately after the treatment your skin will feel warm, like a sunburn. This settles quickly, usually within 24-48 hours.

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V: How can I best prepare my skin for EDS? C: You will get the best results if you have great skin nutrition. We recommend using medical grade topical creams containing Vitamins A and C. V: How long does the treatment take?

C: Visit one: You will have a 30 minute consult with your nurse or therapist at least two weeks before your treatment to review your skin and expectations, discuss the treatment and whether it is right for you.

Visit two: Treatment day – you will have your makeup gently removed and face cleaned, and numbing cream applied.

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Relax Your Way to a Better Body Words: Inger-Lisa Hurst

SEPTEMBER 2013

“Beautytek is a phenomenal application,” says Samantha Jung-Fielding. “Using an ionised gel and an electrode I call my ‘magic wand,’ I rework the charge of cells in the body, which have become understimulated and resulted in weight gain. I can focus on any area of the body from top to toe; flattening tummies, getting rid of cellulite, toning up flabby arms, enhancing small breasts or reducing the size of large breasts or working on the face to reduce the effects of aging by addressing bags under the eyes, smoothing wrinkles, lifting jowls and tightening up turkey necks. What is really fantastic is that nine out of ten people see results after their first treatment.”

Beautytek is a world-renowned machine, which thanks to Samantha, has landed in New Zealand for the very first time.

Samantha has been operating beautytek for the last eight years out of her healing centre in Surrey. 15 months ago, Samantha and her family moved to New Zealand, bringing beautytek with her.

“Over the last 15 years, cosmetic surgery has become both accessible and more popular as people look for a quick fix to their ‘body issues,’” says Samantha.

However, with surgery comes risk, as well as an extended period of recovery time. These off-putting facts have led to a series of non-surgical alternatives springing up. “The problem with these,” says Samantha, “is that many of them are painful and/or invasive, often leaving bruising, burns or skin breaks that can heighten the risk of infection. To make matters worse, they tend to focus on changes at the top layers of skin, which means their effects are short lived – unlike beautytek, which is proven to make permanent cellular changes.”

Chrissy from Leeds explains, “I’ve had a jelly belly since having my daughter 15 years ago. Added to this, in January 2010 I had a hysterectomy and I think my body shape took on a mind of its own!

I’ll never be able to justify the risk of surgery for vanity, but now I don’t need to since finding beautytek. I’m only half way through (six sessions) but I can’t believe the difference. I’m doing the right things – drinking lots of water, taking exercise and watching what I eat (with some naughty days in between) and in return I get to have a really lovely treatment that gets results. I feel amazing and can’t wait till my 12th treatment. You have GOT to try this!”

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Samantha is now offering beautyek body shaping services out of the Liz K Body Transformation Studio in Parnell. For the first time in New Zealand, clients will be able to experience first hand, the amazing results of beautytek, which is often seen as a non-invasive alternative to lipo-suction.

For more information and a free initial consultation, call Samantha on 022 068 5632.

BEAUTYTEK FACTS • Originally developed in 1990 in Milan to assist post-op patients in recovery.

• Exceptional results observed. The machine was modified in 2000 by German company MediLab for the beauty industry.

• Beautytek works by passing a very lowfrequency (60-600 micro amps, roughly the same frequency as your heartbeat) electrical impulse into the body.

• The frequency used is much lower than conventional ‘micro-current’ machines which function primarily as muscle stimulators.

• Using micro-current at this level has been consistently proven to stimulate ATP, which is the energy that cells need to function correctly.

BEFORE AND AFTER

• This mechanism allows the body to completely and naturally repair itself from the inside out, giving fantastic aesthetic results in the process.

More on Beautytek Imagine achieving a beautiful body without pain, without bruising or swelling, in fact without any surgical intervention at all. Picture a completely safe and natural alternative to cosmetic surgery – something that carries no risk – and more importantly, leaves no scars. Instead of a traumatic post-operative recovery period, consider leaving the treatment room buzzing with energy, feeling as good as you look.

from top to toe, producing the stunning results you expect from cosmetic surgery – but without the knife.

For the first time in New Zealand, this choice is available to you right now.

In the field of non-invasive aesthetic enhancement, one treatment leads the way. Beautytek is a revolutionary pain-free therapy which harnesses meridian energy to safely and gently remodel the figure

However, there is nothing skin deep about this therapy, which addresses problem areas top-to-toe (e.g. tummy, bottom, hips, legs, arms and face). Beautytek triggers permanent cellular changes, producing clinically proven results which stand the test of time. Costing around half

Working on acupressure points situated along the body’s meridians (or invisible energy lines), beautytek employs a low frequency impulse to redistribute the cells’ ion grid, or electrical charge. To an observer, the process resembles an ultrasound scan, and it is so comfortable that clients often sleep throughout.

the price of equivalent cosmetic surgery, a typical beautytek treatment course lasts six weeks and every application is individually dosed, ensuring the optimal energy measure each time. Plus, in nine out of ten cases, clients see a visible difference from their very first session.

Beautytek is particularly safe – even clients unable to consider surgery due to preexisting medical conditions or problems with anaesthetic are often able to receive treatments. With its loyal celebrity following, beautytek is definitely more leading edge than bleeding edge. Now is the time to choose. You can harm your body to make it more beautiful, or with beautytek you can take the natural alternative and place your body in safe hands.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND A FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION, CALL SAMANTHA ON 022 068 5632.

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Toe-tal Care There is nothing quite so satisfying than gazing down at your feet in open-toe shoes when your toenails are freshly polished, perfectly uniform and looking pretty – such a delight. However, this simple pleasure can be quite difficult to achieve as we get older, as it gets harder and harder to feel ‘foot proud’. Nails start to take on shapes more suited to The Hobbit more than to Vogue and an array of other conditions such as bunions, corns, calloused skin, cracked heels and ingrown and/or fungal toenails start to rear their ugly head. All can add to the pain and embarrassment.

I always had great toenails until about 10 years ago. I lost one of my big toenails when it went black after an accident – it has never grown back the same. It has become very thick and convex in shape, causing the outer edge of it to grow inwards, which has been very uncomfortable. I was told I had a fungus infection, but after my appointment

with Rachel at Perform Podiatry I’m not so sure – a lab test she has arranged for me will determine if that is part of the problem.

Rachel is an expert. She painlessly removed calloused skin, a corn and greatly reduced the thickness and ‘ingrown-ness’ of my big toe with her specialised equipment. Rachel also gives great advice on how to maintain your feet and toenails at home.

I put my high heeled boots back on after Rachel had worked her magic and instantly felt relief! No more pain – my big toenails were not digging into my skin!! This really was quite amazing, as the evening before I had hobbled from my car to the house.

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“Clients see real results: smoother hips, thighs and buttocks, and they’re motivated to make changes in their diet and lifestyle to maintain the good results they have achieved from the treatments.”

“The theory behind the use of an ultrasound anti-cellulite machine in cellulite treatment is that high frequency sound waves pass through the skin and soft connective tissue but break down calcified cellulite deposits,” she says. “The treatment is usually accompanied by massage to increase blood and lymph flow.”

Clients having the relaxing spa-

type treatment have experienced impressive toning, inch-loss and reduced cellulite.

Sue is thrilled with the results, previously not thought possible without resorting to surgery. But more importantly, her clients are also delighted.

“For the first time in years I am wearing skirts again and my confidence has been boosted,” says Carol of Remuera.

Finesse offers a FREE first consultation and an introductory treatment at just $60. Treatments are painless and relaxing.

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“The treatment programme at specialist cellulite clinic, Finesse Face and Body, is a great way to kick-start yourself into a healthier lifestyle,” says clinic owner and beauty specialist Sue Crake.

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Altearah: Nature’s Essence Inspires Wellbeing Frenchwoman Catherine Arnault of Interactive Healing offers a diverse range of treatments and therapies.

Recently she has added a delightful and surprisingly effective therapy that combines colour and aromatherapy to gently stimulate wellbeing where it is most needed: Altearah essences harness colours in fragrance form creating a colour and aromatherapy treatment that lifts mood and energy in a very personalised way.

Catherine offered me a session. She asked me to choose two colours from the colour chart of 14; I chose royal purple and pink. This was spot-on, as royal purple represents energy, something I was severely lacking as I had a virus at the time, and pink means tenderness and comfort, qualities I badly needed too! The fragrance is rubbed between your hands and you inhale it. Catherine

asks you to close your eyes and ‘feel’ the sensation of the colour essence inhalation.

As I ‘experienced’ the pink essence, I felt a warmth around my shoulders like a blanket was being wrapped around me, such a surprising sensation.

Then Catherine asked me to choose the colour I would feel if energy was restored to the areas previously lacking in energy. I chose gold, which represents confidence and radiance. As I inhaled the gold essence I could feel an inner glow and confidence emanating from my chest. It was an amazing sensation!

Nature provides much of what we need to be healed and restored. Expressed in these beautiful, finely tuned fragrances, Catherine Arnault and Altearah therapy takes a very individualised approach to help you restore wellbeing.

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Chaste PMS away!

PMS is for many women, the bane of an otherwise healthy and happy existence. I have been one of these women. Before I got onto chaste tree extract (vitex) I suffered the classic PMS symptoms – flat mood, lethargy, irritability, bloating, headaches, sweetcravings, sore breasts, and when my period arrived, severe cramps... hideous!

It is so disruptive to our busy and demanding lives to have to deal with PMS on top of everything else. Thank goodness nature helps us withstand her natural processes in the form of chaste tree (vitex) extract. Coming from a native flowering plant from the Mediterranean region, studies have shown great results for the relief of PMS symptoms when taken in potent doses.

You may need to take chaste tree/vitex for six weeks before you start to really notice the benefits..but even four weeks supplementation might make a difference

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if you are hoping to get relief from your next cycle of PMS. I have been taking vitex extract for many years and I recently ran out. I thought I would do a little ‘self-test’, go without for a while and see what happened. It wasn’t pretty. I was in a bad mood and irritable as all hell, tired, craving sugar and swearing a lot.

Needless to say I am back on the vitex!

Other ways I manage my PMS include exersize which has been proven to greatly reduce PMS symptoms and eating a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. I take a magnesium and calcium supplement plus a B-complex for good sleep and to support my nervous system. Vitex and/or chaste tree can be taken in supplement or extract form.

If you are looking for relief for PMS symptoms chaste tree/vitex is the panacea for you!

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Forget Hair Loss with Hairtoday Words: Inger-Lisa Hurst

By the time you are 35-years old, it is likely that two out of three men in your circle of friends will have suffered some degree of hair loss. By the time you are 50-years old, this number will have risen to 85%.

Hair loss in men is often hereditary, where an excess of hormones makes the fast growing follicle cells on the crown of the head grow too quickly, which as a result eventually exhausts their ability to regenerate at all.

While hair loss in men is a profoundly common occurrence, most men want to fix it, as they see hair loss as a sign of ageing, loss of virility and even as a potential threat to their career and image at a professional level.

If you are considering doing something about your hair loss, you will find that you have three feasible options. The first being surgery, which can be expensive and painful, the second is to take a retardanttype medicine such as Minoxidil, which slows the balding process but only works while you are on the drug and finally you could get a hair piece (or a hair system).

While the thought of a hair system may reignite images of ghastly toupees of yesteryear, the reality is that technology has moved on, and Hairtoday is on top of this exciting industry. “The combination of coupling innovation and technology with experience of designing hair systems that are age appropriate, we guarantee a completely natural and undetectable hair replacement system for men and women seeking long term solutions to their hair loss,” says Hairtoday owner Jean-Luc Grault. “We work closely with medical professionals to develop products that give a completely natural appearance at the same time as being affordable.

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Above: Before and after shots of clients

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The hair systems are affordable without compromising on quality.”

If you are inspired to take a life changing step towards a new you, start by visiting the Hairtoday website (hairtoday.net.nz) to see for yourself some of the remarkable transformations and testimonials from some of Hairtoday’s clients. Consultations with Hairtoday experts are free, where you will be given all of the information and advice you need to make an informed decision with no obligation to purchase. Call (09) 357 6159 for more info.

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As I tap into the energy here with your daughter, I see first of all that they want me to say to you, you are a good mother, but the more you worry about your daughter the worse it will become, as she has a lot of learning to do and to find her own self-worth. As I link into the vibration and ask the spirit about the situation, I feel like I want to go backwards to find the real issues and why she feels the way she does. Every emotion comes from somewhere and I do feel that sometimes as parents we can only help so much. I don’t know if she is having counselling but I do feel that she does need some and to look deeper into this. It is a very, very slow process, I do feel that she will come out of that dark tunnel that she is in. It is as if I am looking at this through a cave and I don’t know if there is a beginning or an end. I don’t feel she can come out the way she is going in, but she is looking for light at the end of the tunnel. It is very dark in her mind at the moment. You have to really be patient with her and also I am being told, don’t push things with her, it just triggers her to go in even more and to get annoyed, so you need to let that be. So, know that there are answers and solutions, but these

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With international psychic medium Sue Nicholson, from Sensing Murder and Good Morning television. answers and solutions lie in the past. She is a very gentle soul — very, very sensitive around people. She will either live with you or she won’t. She does need her time and solitude, that is not a bad thing, because sometimes I know myself that when I need to heal, I need to be by myself, so don’t take that the wrong way with her. I do feel a very strong energy of a male that comes through and all I can hear him say is that it will be sorted. I feel like it is more on your father’s side and she is being watched over. I see him smile and he says things are not as bad as you think they are. When loved ones are in certain situations it feels so enormous in our eyes, but it is not really. He said she will find herself, just know that it is not only you that has to be strong for her, you have to find somebody who is going to be your strength too. I do see a lovely vibration around you from the spirit world helping you, but he is also saying don’t focus just on your daughter’s life. You have to focus on your life. You are trying to help her but the more worry you put into this situation, the more worry you are going to get back. You need to know your angels can hear you and are there for you. You are never alone. Take care.

God bless, Sue

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INGREDIENTS

METHOD

1 bunch rosemary

1. Preheat oven to 200째C.

1 bunch thyme 3 lemons sliced into 1cm disks 1 boneless pork belly scored 6 cloves garlic skin on 6 baby radishes halved 6 baby carrots halved 2 fennel bulbs quartered 2 cups wine salt pepper

2. Lay out your belly skin down on a chopping board. Season generously with salt and pepper.

3. Put half of your rosemary and half of your thyme on the edge of the smaller side of belly.

Slow roasted for Sunday lunch or smothered with herbs and clean tasting citrus, perfectly cooked pork belly is always worth the wait.

SERVES 6 RECIPE BY ALETHIA ELDER

8. Pop the belly on top of your herbs and roast in oven for 30 min.

9. Scatter your vegetables around the belly and season.

10. Lower the oven temp to 160째C and roast for a further half hour.

4. Layer some lemon slices on top of the herbs.

5. Roll up your belly like you would a sushi roll.

6. Tie the belly up tight with the butcher string.

7. In a roasting tray pour your wine and lay the rest of the lemon and herbs in the center like a nest.

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VERVE INTRODUCES A NEW COLUMNIST:

Jean-Christophe of Maison Vauron Chateauneuf-du-Pape Bonjour Neighbours!

As a wine merchant I am often asked for recommendations on wine and travel in France. You really cannot go past Chateauneuf-du-Pape in Provence, a charming village and home of the most famous wine in the Côtes du Rhône region.

The name Chateauneuf-du-Pape means ‘new castle of the pope’, referring to a time in history when popes were based in nearby Avignon, taking their summer holidays in the ‘Chateu Neuf.’ The ruins of the castle still stand on the top of the hill, where you can look out onto the vast valley of the Rhône, and on a clear day you can see almost as far as the Camargue!

If you find yourself there, you must stay at Maria and Andreas’ B&B: Andreas works at a famous local winery Domaine du Pégau, and Maria serves the best breakfast!

For a superb lunch of local cuisine, go to La Mère Germaine, founded in 1922 by Madame Vion, former cook at the Elysées Palace, and enjoy wonderful views over the vineyards.

A bientôt, Jean-Christophe

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Wine Tastings Food and Wine tasting evenings allow a maximum of 40 people to taste and learn about carefully selected wine, while enjoying a perfect food match. In a relaxed and convivial atmosphere, JeanChristophe and Scott explain everything you need to know about the wine: terroir, soil, grape, its producer, etc.

C’est Fromage Jean-Christophe and Scott’s passion for wine runs parallel to their passion for food and it was a natural extension to also

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Fashions in Food Words: Renee Lang

given she’s not long back from a culinary conference in the United States.

Every year we celebrate Fashion Week – and great fun it is, too. But how often have you stopped to think about whether fashion affects what we eat? Lauraine Jacobs, the New Zealand Listener’s food columnist and past president of both the New Zealand Guild of Food Writers and the International Association of Culinary Professionals, not to mention author of numerous books, has very firm ideas on this matter, particularly relating to baking. “I think the first piece of baking that became really fashionable [on an international scale] was the cupcake, that’s really what started it”, she says. “They started at New York’s Magnolia Bakery and then Sex and the City picked them up, which made them incredibly fashionable.

And then there were macarons …”

Something else that is also on the verge of a major renaissance here in New Zealand, says Lauraine, is the doughnut, which is starting to feature on a number of restaurant menus, notably Mister D’s, in Hawke’s Bay, where their exquisitely made doughnuts are served with a syringe on the side so diners can inject their toothsome treat with a choice of sweet fillings including custard, chocolate and raspberry. Lauraine believes it won’t be too long before we see doughnuts on offer across the country – but they won’t bear too much resemblance to the monster offerings of our schooldays.

Lauraine goes on to note that while there have been several efforts to try to emulate the success of cupcakes and macarons, most notably the whoopee pie (two cake-like cookies sandwiching a cream frosting), they haven’t been particularly successful.

It appears that one of the latest contenders in New York and other fashionable food hubs is the cronut, a cross between a croissant and a doughnut, however Lauraine’s not convinced it’s going to take off here in any big way. Her money is on the éclair – particularly in Paris and New York where already a number of smart little patisseries are dedicating themselves to baking and decorating these feather-light choux pastry treats in ways the rest of us can only begin to imagine. She should know,

“Something else that is also on the verge of a major renaissance here in New Zealand, says Lauraine, is the doughnut, which is starting to feature on a number of restaurant menus...”

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And this is where another fashion is starting to gain some traction – the fashion for downsizing food. Expect to see a lot more smaller, daintier offerings on your plate. And not just baked goods, either. The emphasis instead will be on, “artfully arranging smaller portions,” says Lauraine. “The Japanese are masters at this.”

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Recipes from Everlasting Feast

Chocolate Raspberry Brownie Cake INGREDIENTS 400g caster sugar 200g butter 4 eggs, beaten 2 tsp pure vanilla essence 75g cocoa (I use Valrhona) 100g flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 cup frozen raspberries (or fresh) icing sugar for dusting

METHOD Pre-heat the oven to 170°C. Prepare a 22cm square tin by buttering the sides and base and dusting with flour. Shake off any excess flour.

Cream the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until soft and fluffy.

Add the eggs, a little at a time, with the vanilla and beat well.

Sift the cocoa, flour and baking powder together, and fold carefully into the mixture.

Turn half the mixture into the prepared tin. Scatter over half the raspberries, and then top with the remaining mixture.

Dot the top with raspberries, and place the tin in the oven.

After 45 minutes, check the cake is cooked by poking the middle with a wooden skewer. If it comes out clean and the cake has started to pull away from the sides of the tin, remove it from the oven. Turn out onto a wire rack and when cool, dust the top with icing sugar.

Serve with freshly whipped cream, or a thick Greek-style plain yogurt and raspberry sauce made from 1 cup of raspberries puréed with 4 tablespoons of sugar.

Cuts into at least 12 pieces

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Banana Walnut Golden Syrup Loaf INGREDIENTS 100g unsalted butter, softened 50g dark cane sugar 4 tbsp golden syrup 4 eggs 4 ripe bananas, mashed 225g self-raising flour 4 tbsp chopped fresh walnuts

METHOD Pre-heat the oven to 180°C. Prepare a 22cm x 12cm loaf tin by brushing with melted butter and dusting with flour.

Put the softened butter in a cake mixer with the beating attachment (on my Kenwood it’s the K beater), and beat until very soft. Add the sugar and continue to beat for 2 minutes. Add the golden

syrup and the eggs, one by one, continually beating.

Remove the bowl from the mixer and fold in the mashed banana. Sift in the flour and gently combine, adding the chopped walnuts last.

Tip the cake batter into the prepared tin. Bake for 55 minutes, or until a wooden skewer comes out cleanly when inserted into the middle of the loaf. Allow the loaf to rest in the tin for about 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire cooling rack.

Serve in thin slices, which you may like to butter, although the loaf is very moist. It will keep in a tightly covered container for up to a week.

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Celebrating Life With VinsSophora

Just in time for spring, master winemaker Nicholas Thomas Nobilo has created a new effervescent and vivacious wine with the release of tiny bubbles all in the name of life’s celebrations. “52 years of winemaking has given me an insight into what people really enjoy in a wine,” says Nobilo. “VinsSophora reflects this experience and in particular on the palates of females. VinsSophora is a completely new category of wine.”

Stencil artist Hayley King of Flox Design has collaborated with Nobilo to create the ‘back’ label of VinsSophora that is viewed through the bottle. King created her art work drawing inspiration from the wines roots, which were inspired by the national flower of the New Zealand Kowhai (genus: Sophora), which come spring time provide a magnificent display for our native Tui as they scramble for the Kowhai’s sweet nectar. “How could I resist the opportunity to work alongside the one and only Mr Nick Nobilo?” asks King. “When asked to create the VinsSophora wine label design, I not only jumped at the prospect of collaborating with such a well respected business magnate, but it was also, from my

own artistic point of view, a chance to break into some other international markets.”

To launch the enlivening new wine, teams of VinsSophora girls and guys will be seen around New Zealand Fashion Week, giving you the opportunity to preview this delicious wine – just look out for the VinSophora/Flox design t-shirts.

VinsSophora is proud to be supporting Wellington designers, Twenty Seven Names. “We are proud to be aligned with such a talented design team,” says Bronwyn Skuse of VinsSophora. “Twenty Seven Names have inspired a cult like following since their labels creation in 2006 and they cite contemporary art as the basis for their collections.” Grab your chance to ‘shop and sip’ at the Twenty Seven Names store on VinsSophora Vino Fridays. “We’re picking VinsSophora will be a big hit this summer,” says Twenty Seven Names designer Anjali Stewart.

VinsSophora will be available at all of the bars at New Zealand Fashion week and also at Roxy, Everybodies, Snapdragon, The Commons, 1885 and Britomart Country Club. Make sure you join in on the springtime festivity!

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As part of its 150 year anniversary, Perrier has released these limited edition bottles inspired by pop artist Andy Warhol.

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AT HOME WITH KARAKTER: Hans J. Wegner 1914-2007 Born in Tønder, Denmark, Wegner is regarded as one of the world’s outstanding furniture designers with over 500 chair designs to his name, many of which came about during his collaboration with master cabinetmaker Johannes Hansen.

The attitude with which Hansen accepted the young designer’s ideas was the perfect combination between designer and craftsman.

Their collaboration went on for many years and they presented their work at the cabinetmaker’s show every year from 1941-1966.

Wegner made mid-century Danish design popular on an international scale with a breakthrough in 1949 when he designed the Round chair. The American magazine ‘Interiors’ featured the chair on the cover and referred to it as “the world’s most beautiful chair.”

The chair rose to stardom when used in the televised presidential debates between Nixon and Kennedy in 1960 and has since been known simply as ‘The Chair’.

Whilst best known for his chairs, it is worthy of note that Wegner also designed lights and in particular the LO37 pendant, which was produced in 1962 and remains as classic today as it was over 50 years ago.

During his lifetime he received many prizes and recognitions include being an honorary member of The Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, winner of the Lunning Prize and the 8th International Design Award in Osaka. His works are exhibited at major international museums including MoMA in New York and Die Neue Sammlung in Munich.

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Following Wegner’s death in 2007 Carl Hansen and Son continue to co-operate closely with Hans J Wegner’s Studio.

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BUYING GUIDE / Look for the Hans Wegner name which is branded into the frame alongside the manufacturers name. / The chairs were and still are extremely well made. However, check the joints although these are a relatively easy fix. / Avoid pieces that have had timber repairs as these will detract from future value.

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MIND GAMES

your instinct to call someone you really like so that they think you’re not as into them as you really are, don’t.

Games are a part of life. Sometimes you play for fun.

Sometimes you play for blood. For those who are truly competitive, the preferred outcome is sheer dominance.

In this case, I’m not referring to games played with balls or dice, I’m talking about mind games.They come in all shapes and sizes, and we especially love to sugar coat our mental tennis matches with frilly words like “coersive,” “coy,” or “mysterious.”

A spade is a spade. If you’re being coy, you don’t have the balls to say what you need to say. The mysterious guy chatting you up week after week might be hiding his girlfriend from you or . . . nothing at all. Don’t get me wrong, variations of the truth and chess moves are needed at times. For instance, you tell your boss you have a cold when in actuality you’re sick of your job.

Hurtful? Harmful? Maybe . . . probably not. But, how much of a ‘mind game’ should you play when dating someone?

People like to be liked.

And please, when you’re getting to know someone and they do something that gets your back up, just tell them calmly and clearly. The point here is to be honest when making new relations. Be brave and refreshing by being REAL. Games are for the X-Box, not relationships. Set down the mind controller and plug into reality.

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GOOD THINGS THAT COME IN SMALL PACKAGES Words: Inger-Lisa Hurst

Both Mission Bay’s Berkeley Cinema and DreamWorks Animation’s upcoming feature film Turbo, are proof that great things come in small packages.

Berkeley in Mission Bay was the first and original Berkeley complex and was built with pride in a classic Art Deco style. The cinema offers an intimate environment, serving carefully selected wines, beers and cocktails. The lobby has some of the best views, coffee and cake in Auckland, as well as comfortable cinema seats and the latest in cinematic technology.

This month, Mission Bay, The Promenade is celebrating the upcoming release of Turbo, by offering customers the opportunity

to enter into a draw to win one of 15 family passes to an exclusive screening of Turbo, with a grand prize of a family weekend getaway to Hanmer Springs for four with grabaseat, staying at the Clear Ridge Luxury Apartments (see side panel for details).

With Ryan Reynolds headlining the cast, Turbo is a story of a snail with an impossible dream – to win the Indy 500. Turbo becomes the greatest spectacle in racing, an inspiration to millions and ignites a passion for racing among snails everywhere. Turbo proves that no dream is too big and no dreamer too small.

ENTER TO WIN! To win a family pass to an exclusive screening of Turbo on Saturday 21 September at 2pm and a chance to win the grand prize of a family weekend getaway for four with grabaseat to Hanmer Springs, enter one of the following ways: • • •

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Spend $40.00 at Mission Bay Café and receive a voucher to buy two adult cinema tickets for the price of one (while stocks last, not valid for 3D or special screening).

Spend $50.00 at Andrea Ristorante and receive a voucher for two tickets and two house beverages at the Berkeley Cinema for only $32.00 (that’s a saving of up to $19.00!)

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EXHIBIT BEAUTY Have you got blond, red, grey or white hair you want to get rid of permanently? Then Exhibit Beauty Therapy in Epsom has the best news for you!

Dark hairs have been successfully removed with IPL (Intense Pulse Light) technology for the past few years, but for the first time ever, this technology can now also successfully remove lighter coloured hair! The Adena SPL from France is completely unique and the only machine in the world that has independent clinical studies to prove its effectiveness for permanently reducing hair growth, for not only dark but now also lighter hair colours.

Exhibit Beauty Therapy Clinic will be the first salon in Auckland to provide IPL treatments for all hair colours with the Adena SPL which has 17 patents, assuring you of results and comfort.

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CURTAINALIA AND BEL CUSCINO At Curtainalia & Bel Cuscino you can expect to find a wonderful selection of soft furnishings, specially chosen pieces of furniture and objet d’art.

We offer a cushion making service using your fabric or sourced fabric, or come in and choose from our gorgeous ranges. Bel Cuscino believe that boutique style and design should be affordable. If you are struggling with your interior design in your home, give Kaye a call today – she offers soft furnishing, room by room interior design, alterations and blind service.

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YVONNE SANDERS ANTIQUES / EST. 40 YEARS This is a family business, specialising in French and English antiques, architectural and some reproduction items.

Yvonne travels to Europe twice a year, importing from a dozen different countries, currently favouring France.

Pay her a visit and see a spectacular range of unusual chandeliers of all sizes plus French furniture and decorative items.

Our architectural warehouse has a wonderful range of Mediterranean doors, shutters, gates and French tessellated floor tiles.

This is unique stock – you won’t be disappointed.

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GRACIOUS This gorgeous new boutique salon opened its doors at 2 Claude Road in February, revealing a fabulous fit out and a warm, relaxed atmosphere. With its three creative directors all having previously worked in busy city establishments, Jo May, Rebecca Furze and Harumi Umezu are all loving the laid back nature of the Claude Road area.

As experienced and highly professional stylists, they have received a number of awards over the years and are constantly evolving their techniques and service.

As well as providing the full range of hair salon options, they also offer hair and make-up for weddings and special occasions and Jo is a celebrated long hair artist, having previously specialised in long hair at Redken.

At Gracious, you’ll find clients enjoying espresso coffee, tea, wine and even chocolates – all part of the service! And with easy parking on the quiet Epsom streets, it’s hard to look past this hairdressing gem.

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Book Reviews Contributor: Doris from Arcadia Books

1. ROGER VIVIER Virginie Mouzat If you know your shoes, bags and accessories then you will know of Roger Vivier, the legendary shoe designer. He is the man who created the first stiletto heel for Dior, made shoes a statement and created the ‘investment’ handbag.

Fashionistas from Elsa Schiaparelli to Jackie Onassis walked in his shoes and many fashion designers commissioned him to design the shoes to add the finishing touch to their catwalk collections, season by season for over 60 years that his name is paired with most of the leading fashion houses of Paris. This sumptuous book is packed full of glorious full colour illustrations, beautiful designer sketches and interesting interviews with personalities who have been connected with Roger Vivier over the years.

It’s a very classy book about a very classy designer and it just oozes Parisian style and that French fashion heritage, which is at the heart of style today.

2. SWEET DRESS BOOK Yoshiko Tsukiori Perfect timing for the coming spring/ summer fashion season, the Sweet Dress Book comes complete with six paper patterns that will allow you to make at least 23 outfits. Whether you create a capsule wardrobe for the warmer weather or add tops, tunics and easy wear frocks to your existing wardrobe collection, you will be prepared for any occasion and be right on trend too. Perfect for the novice sewer, however fashion gurus will know that this look is also coveted by the top designers and that making your own garments allows you to put your own personal stamp on what you wear and how you wear it.

The patterns are easy to follow and Yoshiko Tsukiori is well established as an independent sewing designer, so follow her directions and make fashion happen for you.

3. CREATIVE LIVING LONDON Emily Wheeler Any capital city is a melting pot of design and ideas, but where better than London to discover how people are decorating their living spaces and creating their own havens of style? Creative Living London takes you from tiny cottages in Camden Arcadia Bookshop 26 Osborne Street, Newmarket (09) 522 5211 www.arcadiabookshop.co.nz

to spaced out ex-factories in Bermondsey and shows how it is that the creative use of colour, objects and a certain flair to turn the ordinary room into the unique.

This is a book to inspire you, to refresh a tired ‘magnolia mind’. Artists, stylists, interior designers and art directors allow you to visit their homes and take a peek.

What you do with their ideas in your living space is entirely up to you. A great resource book, which will prove invaluable – and so packed with ideas that you will go back to it time and again.

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4. LE PAIN QUOTIDIEN COOKBOOK Alain Coumont When a really good baker lets you have their authentic recipes you know you are onto a winner. The renowned Belgian cafe, Le Pain Quotidien makes many varieties of its own bread and uses them to make delicious tartines and open faced sandwiches that are so popular in the cafe attached to the bakery. Now you can recreate the authentic taste in your kitchen by following Alain’s clear instructions. The famous bread is the result of three generations of the same family being involved in the food business, loving what they do and keeping the ingredients as fresh and pure as possible.

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Coming up at the Movies 1. WHAT MAISIE KNEW IN CINEMAS SEPT 12 Six year old Maisie (Onata Aprile) is caught in the middle of a custody battle between her rock star mother, Suzanna (Julianne Moore), and art dealer father, Beale (Steve Coogan). In a race to win the court’s advantage, Beale marries Maisie’s nanny, Margo (Joanna Vanderham), prompting Suzanna in turn to marry local bartender, Lincoln (Alexander Skarsgård). Maisie is infinitely accepting and angelic in her ability to observe their immature actions without judgement, staying calm amongst the chaos.

Directed by Scott McGehee, David Siegel Starring Julianne Moore, Alexander Skarsgård, Steve Coogan Rated M offensive language | Runtime 93 minutes

2. RUSH IN CINEMAS SEPT 19 Privileged, charismatic and handsome English playboy James Hunt, (Chris Hemsworth) could not be more different from his reserved and methodical opponent, Austrian born Niki Lauda (Daniel Bruhl).

Rush follows their chequered personal lives both on and off the track and charts their rivalry from its inception in Formula 3. Polar opposites pitted against each other in the most dangerous sport in the world, Hunt and Lauda were pushed to the breaking point of their physical and psychological endurance.

Directed by Ron Howard Starring Chris Hemsworth, Daniel Bruhl, Olivia Wilde Rated TBC | Runtime 123 minutes

3. THE BEST OFFER IN CINEMAS SEPT 19 Virgil Oldman (Geoffrey Rush) is a solitary, cultured man whose reluctance to engage with others, especially women, is matched only by the dogged obsessiveness with which he practices his profession as a high-end antiques dealer. One day Virgil receives a phone call from a mysterious young heiress, Claire (Sylvia Hoeks), who asks him to evaluate some family works of art. It will be the beginning of a relationship that will change his life forever.

Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore Starring Geoffrey Rush, Donald Sutherland, Jim Sturgess Rated M violence and sex scenes | Runtime 124 minutes

4. ROMEO & JULIET IN CINEMAS SEPT 12 Romeo and Juliet transposed to the beachside Verona Campground, not so very far from Auckland? The latest iteration of Shakespeare’s indestructible tragedy of teen love comes as a triumphant blast of 21st century Kiwi trailer trash pop. Like Florian Habicht’s Woodenhead before it, Romeo and Juliet: A Love Song began life as a soundtrack. Composers/producers Michael O’Neill and Peter van der Fluit set Shakespeare’s text to music, providing distinctive contemporary musical styles for each of the characters.

Romeo and Juliet probably shouldn’t be quite this much fun.

Directed by Tim van Dammen Starring Christopher Landon, Derya Parlak, Dan Veint Rated M violence | Runtime 107 minutes

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Words: Angus Brown

THE NATIONAL TROUBLE WILL FIND ME

PET SHOP BOYS ELECTRIC

FAT FREDDY’S DROP BLACKBIRD

“I stay down with my demons” sings Matt Berninger (lead vocals for The National).

Indeed he does. Cheerful and lighthearted, these guys are not. However, in the tradition of legendary lugubrious artists such as Mazzy Star and Nick Cave, they do dark very well. Berninger’s velvety, baritone voice oozes through each of the tracks, and whilst there are no singles on a par with 2007’s Fake Empire, a few come close – I should live in salt and I need my girl (a collaboration with Bon Ivor’s Justin Vernon) stand out. All in all, it’s a very solid effort, and National fans won’t be disappointed.

When Discography – the complete singles collection was released, it was 1991, I was 13 years old and tracks like West end girls, and Opportunities had already been classics for half a decade. Messrs Tenant and Lowe have not rested on their laurels, in fact Electric is their eighth album since that time. On the first run, the album strikes one as having been released ten years too late – Eminem’s famous quip “nobody listens to techno” springs to mind.

But give it a chance and you might see why it’s received such attention in the UK. There are no Suburbia’s, but Neil Tennant’s distinctive voice and the electric drums will soon have you nodding your head quite happily to Vocal, and Thursday (featuring rapper Example) is an enjoyable little number too.

Fat Freddy’s anxiously awaited album, their first since 2010’s Live at Roundhouse, doesn’t disappoint. Actually, it makes you bloody proud to be a kiwi. The title track takes the cake, with the familiar, soulful voice of Dallas Tamaira (aka “Joe Dukie”) and the booming trumpet and trombone of Chris Faiumu and Joe Lindsay carrying this 9.5 minute single to its groovy conclusion.

There are simply no weak links in this band and with every track on Blackbird being imminently chilled and enjoyable, the album looks set to be one of the soundtracks for the New Zealand 2013-14 summer.

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Burning Man Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

Beginning the final Monday of August and lasting for a week on a dry lake in the Black Rock Desert of northern Nevada, there takes place one of the world’s most uniquely wonderful and misunderstood creative festivals. It’s called Burning Man. There are no rules other than respect your fellow guests and respect the land. It is a gathering of free and kindred spirits, an experiment in art, self-expression and self-reliance, culminating, as the name implies, with the ritual burning of a giant wooden effigy.

“The mind-altering experience of Burning Man is its own drug,” writes Molly Steenson, festival participant and website contributor. “You bring enough food, water and shelter because the elements of the new planet are harsh and you’ll find no vending.”

An earlier incarnation of Burning Man took place on San Francisco’s Baker Beach in 1986 in honour of the summer solstice where it continued annually for four years.

In 1990, the date changed and the event moved to its current location, renowned for its total isolation.

“Nobody at Burning Man is a spectator,” continues Steenson. “Ride your bike on the expanse of nothingness with your eyes closed, find your love and understand each other as you walk slowly under a parasol.”

The giant statue watches over the giant camp for the entire duration, awaiting his fiery fate. Each year, a new theme is assigned. Past ones include “Rites of Passage”, “Hope and Fear” and “Fertility 2.0”. Art is created accordingly.

“You belong here and you participate,” says Steenson. “There is always somebody who’s thought up something you’ve never considered. You’re there to breathe art.”

The art is considered a gift to fellow members of the community and ranges from the tiny to the titanic, from the static to the speeding. There are musicians, painters, writers, sculptors and poets.

The attendance figure tops 50,000, and when everyone leaves, everything is taken down and erased as if no-one was ever

even there. Aucklander Jennifer was an attendee in 2005.

“I was studying at the University of Illinois at Urban Champaign,” she tells me. “My friends and I used to hang out round Allen Hall, which was where all the hippy-types were. Someone suggested we go and I’d always thought it sounded interesting. Eight of us piled into an old van and off we went. It seemed to take forever to get there.”

Jennifer was shocked to arrive and find many of the attendees naked. A few stiff drinks later, she was just as shocked to find herself one of them. “It didn’t actually feel weird,” she says. “The ‘not naked’ people were the odd ones out.

It’s like going to a costume party and showing up not wearing a costume. The ones in jeans and t-shirts end up feeling out of place. It’s just that there, the costume is nakedness!”

The overriding atmosphere, she says, is that of acceptance. The guests were friendly, if a little on the strange side: “There was one guy running round like a pizza delivery boy handing out either positive or negative energy! It was very funny. Another poor guy got sun-burned in a rather delicate area of his body.”

I ask Jennifer what comes to mind when she now thinks of that week in the desert and she says the heat, the smell of marijuana and Bob Marley’s ‘Buffalo Soldier’. The climatic burning of the man is especially spectacular, she tells me.

Many dance and sing, others chant and some stand and stare, utterly transfixed.

“It’s similar to a religious experience, definitely,” she says. “It’s almost cult-like.”

“Nobody at Burning Man is a spectator,” continues Steenson. “Ride your bike on the expanse of nothingness with your eyes closed, find your love and understand each other as you walk slowly under a parasol.”

And the following morning, with the charred remains still smouldering, the exodus begins.

Concludes Steenson: “You leave as you came. When you depart, you leave no trace. Everything built, you dismantle. But you’ll take the world you built with you. At the end, though your journey to and from Burning Man has finished, you embark on a different journey – forever.”

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ARTS

The Honeymooners’ Bed, 2200 x 1200mm

Peter Hackett The Honeymooners’ Bed PREVIEW: TUE 17 SEPTEMBER, 5:30PM

Exhibition: 17 September – 1 October 2013 Peter Hackett will be exhibiting at Parnell Gallery his body of large paintings from The Honeymooners’ Bed series. The Honeymooners’ Bed is not only the title of every painting in a series of work stretching back 14 years, but it is also a registered trademark.

Demand is high for these large scale oils, characterised by their captivating use of paint, colour and composition.

Thick impasto layers and a vivid palette evoke the natural environment. The artist is inspired by the swathes of flowers which fill the fields surrounding his Dairy Flat studio during spring and summer.

A unique, almost sculptural quality is achieved in Hackett’s work: the subject has an immediacy and feels close enough to touch. This feeling of intimacy is enhanced through viewing from a low perspective, allowing us to lose ourselves further within the joyful, visceral qualities

of these intoxicating works. A theatrical sense of lighting adds to the excitement and drama, the strong red of poppies creating a striking compositional balance through many of the works.

The Honeymooners’ Bed , 1200 x 1200mm

“Each work is related to the next, like a family. Each work speaks to, and of the next like in a discussion. Each work owes its existence to the one before, and so, like a family, they share the same name.

I am not just using oil paint to describe a meadow, I am using a meadow to describe oil paint.”

These unforgettable images invoke notions of passion, scent, texture, colour and the incomparable beauty of nature, celebrated in myriad combinations by this must-see artist.

The Honeymooners’ Bed will be on show at the Parnell Gallery from 17 September.

Detail showing texture

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Despots, Drug Deals & Dai Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces Photo: Kate Little

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MEN MATTER

In July it was revealed that, according to the Human Rights Foundation, Jenifer Lopez had earned US$10 million performing for, “some of the world’s worst thugs”. A real rogues’ gallery, it boasted dictators from Chechnya, Turkmenistan and a corrupt Uzbek industrialist. Dai Henwood would never prostitute himself to such characters. He prefers despots with a little more class.

“She’s got far more than ten million bucks already, whereas for me it’s a big call,” he laughs. “I’d love to do a uniquely New Zealand comedy routine to some obscure North Korean leader. The one thing I really enjoy about massive dictators, is their madness.”

The comic has a love for vintage watches.

He tells me about Saddam Hussein’s bespoke collection of diamond-encrusted Rolexes which sport so much bling they look like knock-offs from Thailand. “If I came back from a gig with a Saddam Hussein timepiece and a cheque for ten million, not too many people could argue,” chuckles Dai. “It’d be an epic story for the grand-kids.”

He’s currently promoting his latest DVD, Adapt or Dai – Humans are Awesome, Let’s Celebrate, a recording of his hilarious turn during this year’s New Zealand International Comedy Festival. He’s very happy with the result. The armchair psychologist in me suspected Dai perhaps developed his humour from an early age, a deflection mechanism against quips about his relatively short stature. While some smaller guys want to fight the world, Dai decided to make it laugh. Although nothing could be further from the truth.

His childhood was “awesome.” He tells me he’s the same height and weight as when he was 12, as a youth, he was a giant. He was popular and excelled at both sport and the arts. The son of a renowned thespian father and lawyer mother (now a judge) he discovered his gift of entertainment aged five. Dai is gracious and sincere, his warmth and innocent charm, effortless. “I was the class clown, but I never really got into trouble,” he says.

“I took the piss, but I’ve always had the luck of doing it in a good-natured way so the teachers cut me some slack.”

He still gets nervous, but not as much as when he first started out. Stand-up terrified him to the point of physical sickness. Dai toured the world, knowing he had to perform next to better comedians if he was to fulfil his potential.

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He gigged in Canada, Australia, Japan and the UK. The Edinburgh Festival, he says, could be especially gruelling, with punters hell bent on heckling. The first night he played the Scottish capital, Dai received a standing ovation from a hundred-strong crowd.

He gigged in Canada, Australia, Japan and the UK. The Edinburgh Festival, he says, could be especially gruelling, with punters hell bent on heckling. The first night he played the Scottish capital, Dai received a standing ovation from a hundred-strong crowd. By the third night, there were 36 watching and halfway through his set, 34 walked out. “I was left with two people,” he says. “One was a friend of the promoter. I asked the other what he was doing there. He told me he went to school with my mum in New Plymouth.”

Dai recounts his first-hand experience of New Zealand’s underworld in Palmerston North. “I’d done a gig at the Regent Theatre, which is a beautiful old building with a bar down the back of a lane,” he says. “I was having a drink afterwards and witnessed the worst drug deal I have ever seen. This guy turned up with a rubbish bag filled with PCP and swapped it for a second-hand Mercedes! They were both quite stoked about it. It was a very rural New Zealand drug deal.”

The Kiwi rural life in fact appeals to the comic. “I’m obsessed with being a rural postman,” he tells me. “There’s something I like about the idea of cycling around, nosing through people’s mail and knowing a bit too much about everyone’s

affairs. It’s definitely a job for the future.”

As amusing as that would be, thankfully Dai Henwood has no plans to vacate the stage just yet. “Comedy is the most honest art-form there is,” he says. “An audience can fake the odd laugh, but they can’t fake it for an hour. When you come off stage, you know exactly how your night has gone.”

Do you believe any subjects are off-limits for a comic?

“Every topic is fine so long as it’s handled correctly. There has to be a twist to the story, the subject can never be the punchline. A racist joke, for example, should get a laugh at the expense of the racist, not the victim. That’s the problem with camera phones and social media, things can be taken out of context.”

Dai has an eight-month-old son by his wife, Joanna. I ask if fatherhood has softened his outlook. “It’s definitely made me more aware,” he says. “It’s put me in a new zone and I’m learning new things.

It’s also great for material that appeals to a broader section of the crowd.

Fatherhood makes all your experiences rewarding.” He was ready to make the leap after a career of hard-partying, constant exposure to a culture of drinking and good times. “Being on the touring comedy scene, I’m lucky to come out with no brain damage or convictions,” he reflects, “let alone retaining the ability to make a baby.” Dai never considered himself to be an outright alcoholic but realised he had a problem. He entered himself into a program called Hello Sunday Morning which encourages threemonth abstention blocks to develop a healthy relationship with the booze. It is a practice he still adheres to. “Plus, I’m a very involved dad,” he adds. “It’s pretty hard to deal with a kid and simultaneously nurse a hangover. Fatherhood is certainly relentless, but it’s amazing. I love it.”

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ONLINE MARKETING How to find value and avoid the con-artists It is the number one concern of all business owners launching a website: will anyone ever find me? This is followed closely by the popular, if somewhat misguided idea that the way to be found is to be on ‘page one’ of Google. But page one of Google is kind’ve like the gold at the end of the rainbow: it doesn’t really exist.

Well, maybe I’ve stated that wrong. It does exist, just many millions of times over, for every possible combination of keywords, locations and user profiles. So when online marketing companies make big promises about getting you on ‘page one’, you have to be extremely careful that you know what it is they’re offering. Usually, they’re offering to provide paid advertising via Google Adwords, or they will target a very narrow band of keywords. In either case, this does not serve your best interests as a website owner.

Here’s how to spot the con: if someone promises that they can guarantee a Google rank, or that they have some kind of inside knowledge – don’t trust them. This sort of behaviour runs counter to the way Google operates: it’s goal is to provide search results under no fear or favour, and no third party has the inside running with Google.

Instead, bring it back to your business goals: you need the right audience to view your website, people that will find what you’re offering relevant. Being on ‘page one’ is less important

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than being relevant to the right audience. Achieving this will provide you with good search traffic. You can then use advertising, like Google Adwords, to provide targeted traffic to a specific page that is selling something. This is about specific marketing outcomes, as opposed to a badly defined ‘page one’ placement. When you’re paying for an online marketing campaign (often costing $100s or $1000s of dollars each month) there’s no excuse for having the website flooded with the wrong people – it’s simply a waste of your money.

Instead, spend less, but have your campaigns tightly focussed on what matters: getting your message in front of the people that really need to see it.

James McGoram is an author, designer and the director of Messiah Studio, a web-design company based in Parnell, Auckland. Visit www.messiah.co.nz for your free online business guide.

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JOURNEYS

Five ‘Off the Beaten Track’ Things to do in, Little Paris in the Pacific.

Words: Claire Chateau

I love living in Auckland. But like everyone, I feel the need to escape it at times. Winter always brings dreams of sunny getaways.

Personally, I like to reconnect with my French roots and I find New Caledonia to be the perfect overseas experience.

Noumea, the capital, is sometimes called Le Petit Paris. It combines island charm with the joys of fine dining and provides vibrant cafes with chic shopping districts, right at our door step (only two and a half hours from Auckland).

Travel agencies offer affordable flights and packages in the winter. They will be able to tell you all about the top tourist attractions onsite. But if you want to experience the authenticity of mixed cultural influences and French sophistication, listed below are five off the beaten track things that the guides won’t necessarily suggest. And I can vouch how great they are as I’ve tried them myself.

– To slowly tune into the island rhythm, indulge yourself with a spa at the Chateau Royal Beach Resort. Located in the bustling Anse Vata, it offers a beachside bar, a spacious outdoor pool overlooking the bay and a luxurious brand-new ‘aquatonic’ centre. With their 300 m2 of hydro massages and hammam (Turkish bath), the divine facilities have become Noumea’s new favourite.

– Stay around the Anse Vata for lunchtime.

There are many restaurants to choose from. Most are on pylons, overlooking the world’s largest UNESCO World Heritage listed lagoon. On nice days, you might even see dolphins. For the décor, The Roof with its central opening looking down the water is spectacular, but remains pricey. Try La Terrasse for authentic French cuisine on a deck.

– Chic boutiques abound in central Noumea. For shopping experience with a French touch, visit Hermes, Clin d’oeil and Prunelle. For fashionable vintage purchases, simple pre-loved or affordable 40s to 80s clothes, try La Funky Fripe on the Place des Cocotiers. Don’t miss Chic and Cheap in the stunning Baie des Citrons. To chill after your time exploring the city, have an Italian ice cream at Amorino. Or, for a cup of tea with style, don’t miss La Provence de Louisa.

Above: Tjibaou Cultural Centre

– Visit the Tjibaou Cultural Centre, Renzo Piano’s iconic masterpiece, blending modern and traditional native Kanak architecture. Immerge yourself in contemporary South Pacific arts, then head to the luxurious Meridien Hotel for a drink. If it’s the weekend, you’ll hear local artists playing live concerts at the hotel’s Lobby Bar. – Night life is vibrant in Noumea. Like the locals, you may want to start your evening at La Bodega for some wine and tapas.

And if you’re in for a late night, the Pop Light club, with its trendy interior and latest French DJs is a must.

Take the plunge! You’ll even be able to practise some French when ordering a baguette or choosing viennoiseries in one of the delicious bakeries around the city. And don’t worry if your high school French is a bit rusty. You’ll find that most of the people in shops and restaurants can speak English.

For a Pacific island escape with an edge, give cosmopolitan Noumea a go. But be aware. Trips to the Little Paris can become highly addictive.

“Stay around the Anse Vata for lunchtime. There are many restaurants to choose from. Most are on pylons, overlooking the world’s largest UNESCO World Heritage listed lagoon.”

Edge of the Sahara

Magical Morocco Words: Jaine Were

Blue town of Chefchouen

Morocco, at the top of Africa, a hop from Europe and a jump from London and one is transported into an exotic, colourful, gastronomic and scenic destination.

The people are friendly, honest, and talkative and all insist they have a relative in New Zealand!

Ken and I have just returned from driving the length and breadth of Morocco.

We drove from Casablanca to the enchanting blue town of Chefchouen at the foot of the Rif Mountains. On to Fez via Rabat, Meknes and the impressive Roman ruin of Volubilis (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). On through the Middle Atlas to the switchback roads of the High Atlas amid the valleys of pink oleanders and the homeland of the friendly Berber people and their donkeys and thriving markets. The famous Argan oil is produced there and we will be hoping you will notice the results!

Trekked through the mudbrick Kasbahs on the edge of the Sahara, any moment expecting to see Lawrence of Arabia on his camel.

Carts overflowing with oranges, olives, roasted grains, tobacco, horse radish,

melons and markets of everything imaginable, including goats heads!

juice which is so cheap NZ$1.00 and went beautifully with our voddies!

The Medinas Of Fez, Marrakech and Essouira are an incredible maze of twisting alleys, hidden souqs, alive with action and history, Never did we feel intimidated or harassed.

We even stopped counting our change!

Cooking courses are also available.

Just to finish our holiday we flew Casablanca/ Nice and back to our favourite place, Villefranche on the gorgeous Cote d’Azur.

Shopping: Splendid rugs, leather slippers, ceramics, lamps and everything imaginable, the bargaining was entertaining and fun!

We are thrilled with our rugs!

How to get there: Emirates fly direct to Casablanca through Dubai daily.

Accommodation: Riads are traditional guest houses often restored homes of wealthy Moroccan families, from rustic homes to sumptuous, luxurious palaces.

Riads have their own internal central patios with exquisite mosaics and divine ancient wooden doors and are small.

When to go: Spring, March-May. Autumn, September-November.

We stayed four to five star and had rooftop pools and restaurants.

Driving: Is a challenge and we would recommend a car and driver, very easy to arrange. Diesel is the same price as it is in New Zealand.

Piece de restistance was La Mamounia in Marrakesh!

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GARDENS & PETS

PICK YOUR UNWANTED CITRUS FRUIT FOR THOSE IN NEED Trees around Auckland are laden with citrus fruit and Community Fruit Harvesting wants to remind owners of trees with unwanted fruit that they are available to pick the fruit and give it to charity.

The group collects fruit that would otherwise go to waste and gives fresh produce and preserves to charities who share it with people in need.

“I believe we are in for a bumper citrus season,” says Di Celliers, Community Fruit Harvesting Co-ordinator for Auckland.

“Mandarins, oranges, lemons, limes and grapefruit are ready to be picked. Some are already dropping from the trees.”

“The vitamin C from the citrus fruit is so good in helping to prevent colds and flu, as well as helping those that are ill to recover more quickly. Each bag of citrus we can distribute to those in need is incredibly helpful.”

The group has a new website (www.pickfruit.co.nz) which makes it easy for people to offer their fruit tree, volunteer to pick fruit, make jam or co-ordinate fruit picking in their area.

“This is a great opportunity to learn a new skill and be able to give back,” says Di. “This could be by donating some of what you make to charity or your local retirement village, giving a batch to help raise funds at your next school gala or making presents for teachers, friends or family. Many schools also run breakfast clubs and really appreciate a jar or two of homemade jam.”

Recently Community Fruit Harvesting Auckland held a successful marmalade and lemon curd making demo and will hold more during the year if there is interest.

People with a fruit tree available for picking, who want to volunteer to pick fruit or make jam can visit www.pickfruit.co.nz or email Di Celliers on pickfruit@xtra.co.nz

A MODERN GARDEN Words: Liam Greenway In the past ten years, a growing interest and appreciation of ‘mid-century modern’ design has made a strong impression on contemporary architecture and interior design in New Zealand.

I’m picking it won’t be long before landscaping trends follow suit, and the plants and garden theme’s of the 50s, 60s and 70s make a return in full force.

Although not ideally suited to the Victorian villa or the kit-set bungalow, this look will enhance the style of any home built or renovated in mid-century style, and offer that Palm Springs cool to contemporary architecture.

Here’s some ideas to help you create an enviable modern garden.

(dictionary definition of mid-century modern) PLANTING Although the plant palette of this time period is not dissimilar to today’s, these plants cry 1960s.

Monstera deliciosa, fruit salad plant – a large, decorative leafed shrub that forms a robust vine if left un-pruned. Best suited to shaded areas beneath trees.

Strelitzia nicolai, giant bird of paradise – forms large banana-like palm leaves.

Leaves will remain lush and undamaged if protected from harsh wind.

Sanseviera trifasciata, mother-in-law’stongue – as the name suggests, this plant has a sharp, tongue like leaf. Very hardy and low care.

FURNITURE Much of the furniture designed in this era is still in production today, so there is plenty to

choose from. Here are a few outdoor chairs that will bring the look together.

Butterfly Chair aka BFK Chair, designed

by Austral Group in 1938.

Bertoia Chair, designed by Harry Bertoia for Knoll in 1952.

The Loop Chair, designed by Willy Guhl in 1954.

SCREENS Semi-transparent screens were a major part of courtyard design throughout the 50s and 60s. They offered privacy whilst still allowing shadow play within the screened area.

Geometric concrete blocks applied on mass to form a repeating pattern were also a staple of the time. Timber slats, both horizontal and vertical will create a similar look with a lot less work.

Liam Greenway from The Outsiders 021 355 069 lbgreenway@gmail.com www.theoutsiders.co.nz

Pictured: Mid-century inspired garden by The Outsiders

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Gardens Go Retro!

Words: Inger-Lisa Hurst

If you were anything like me, you would never have considered the garden to be a place that follows a fashion trend.

However, there is an entire and somewhat secret fashion industry behind the flowers, plants and trees we can purchase at garden centres across the country.

a lot of green and we didn’t really see any change in the garden throughout the seasons. The 90s were all about low maintenance and as little hassle as possible.”

The more you begin to think about the way gardens have changed over the past 20 years, the more you start to see that in fact the garden, just like almost everything else in the modern age, follows fashion trends.

Today however, we are back in our gardens, growing our own vegetables and seeking out the colour and vibrancy of yesteryear. “The fashion forecast for this year is all about colour and fragrance,” says Debbie. “It’s also about the retro and nostalgic perennials – we’re seeing more dianthus, lavenders, cottage garden plants and flowers for picking to bring inside the home, which are extremely popular right now. It is a soft, romantic, informal look. We also see the garden as a place of self-expression, so there is a lot of eclectic gardening as well as the use of dwarf and compact varieties for more compact living. Green recycling and environmental awareness is another dominant trend.”

The pizzazz and money of the 1980s saw something of a gardening ‘boom,’ while the 1990s brought a minimalist style.

“The 90s were all about only having only what you had to in the garden,” says Debbie. “There were a lot of grasses,

Debbie’s business, Living Fashion, produces 400,000 perennials each year, grown by three commercial growers in Christchurch, Tauranga and Waikato. Living Fashion also works with agents around the world, including the United States, UK, Australia

The industry even has its own ‘fashion week,’ the popular Ellerslie Flower Show, held in Christchurch in February.

“The Ellerslie Flower Show is the place where many current and new trends are displayed,” says Living Fashion owner Debbie Pascoe. “The show showcases the work of leading garden designers and interprets future garden fashion trends in creative ways.”

and Holland, looking for new plants and identifying what’s coming through and what would suit New Zealand.

Living Fashion now produces a seasonal catalogue of new perennials for the market, the same way a fashion designer would present their new season collection.

For more information on this seasons hot flowers visit livingfashion.co.nz

“It’s also about the retro and nostalgic perennials – we’re seeing more dianthus, lavenders, cottage garden plants and flowers for picking to bring inside the home, which are extremely popular right now. It is a soft, romantic, informal look.”

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THE ANIMAL EMERGENCY CENTRE: PET ER!

PLEASE DON’T CUT OFF THEIR SMILES

Around the time many of you are shutting up shop and preparing to join the seemingly endless stream of evening traffic, the Animal Emergency Centre (AEC) team are setting up their hospital for the shift ahead. The team of veterinarians and veterinary nurses are poised to take action as AEC gets ready for the unexpected. Open overnight Monday to Thursday from 6pm until 8am the following morning, AEC is also open all weekend and on public holidays. Dealing solely with emergencies, they are available for veterinary care whenever your regular vet is closed.

Words: Megan Alderson (The Strand Veterinarian)

Situated on the Unitec campus between Point Chevalier and Mount Albert, the Animal Emergency Centre is close to the North Western Motorway, and easily accessible to all parts of Auckland.

For most of us our weekends, evenings, and public holidays are sacred. Often they are the only time we can catch up with chores, or spend time with loved ones. Recognising this will give you some insight into the people you’ll find running the AEC hospital. They are a dedicated, professional, caring bunch.

As pet owners themselves they are not only committed to providing the best possible care for each of their patients, they also understand how stressful it feels to have a sick or injured pet. They pledge to treat each owner as they would want to be treated themselves in the same situation. Though it is an intense and pressured workplace, it is hugely rewarding to be part of a team bringing a critically ill patient back from the brink. Helping a distressed owner through a difficult emotional experience can make all those sacrificed weekends worthwhile.

Providing an emergency service is not just about being available at 3am. For the Animal Emergency Centre it is about being the best they can be for each and every one of their patients.

Dr Lisa Ferguson ANIMAL EMERGENCY CENTRE 97 Carrington Road, Mt Albert, T: 09 849 2121 Please see our ad in Verve’s Market Place on page 120

Amputation by definition is a condition of disability resulting from the loss of one or more appendage. Historically, amputation in the form of tail docking was thought to prevent rabies, strengthen the back, increase the dog’s speed and prevent injuries when ratting, fighting and baiting.

While our modern day pets partake in little such activities, these days amputating tails is more about breed standards and canine aesthetics.

Tail amputation or tail docking while being banned in most civilized countries remains alive and well in New Zealand and is a contentious subject splitting breeders, pet owners and veterinarians. Of the 184 breeds recognised by the New Zealand Kennel Club, 57 are traditionally docked and it is the saddening apathy or perhaps ignorance of new puppy owners that allows the practice to continue. After all, nothing speaks louder than money.

The United Kingdom consider tail docking to be “an unjustified mutilation and unethical unless done for therapeutic or acceptable prophylactic reasons.” Those found guilty of unlawful docking face a fine of up to £20,000, up to 51 weeks of imprisonment or both. Our own National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee quashed legislation, supported by the SPCA and the majority of veterinarians last year, to ban the practice, saying there was no available evidence that docking within 72 hours of birth caused pain or distress to puppies. Who were they talking to? Not the puppy at least.

At the time even the strongest supporters of tail docking, the New Zealand Kennel Club made the statement: “It is accepted that the procedure may inflict a degree of discomfort.” The most non-medical amongst us would consider that severing muscle, tendon, bone and spinal nerves is going to cause pain as our mammalian pain pathways are wired the same.

Ironically, the tail-must-go advocates, the Council of Docked Breeds, catchcry is ‘protecting the right to choose’ and I am guessing they are not talking about the dog. In the wolf, the tail carries 13 different messages and is an important appendage for balance, steering and communication, leaving docked dogs with a docked repertoire of things to say. Given the choice, I believe a dog would prefer to keep its tail.

For owners with docked dogs, you’re right, I don’t think any serious long term ill effects result and yes, it is your decision how you would like your dog to look. The added benefit of your wine glass remaining on your coffee table is definitely a bonus, but be cognisant of your choice when choosing a puppy.

In the end it is the general public and dog owners who will abolish tail docking in New Zealand, not the veterinarians and breeders who sit on both sides of the fence. Your choice of supporting the national Tail Wagging Campaign will ultimately make the difference.

Go to www.tail-wagging-campaign.org.nz if you would like to have your say.

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CHALLENGING OUR THOUGHTS ON CONSTRUCTION Challenging our ideas, theories and techniques for construction is an ongoing interest for the children at Bear Park Preschool. Within our rich and stimulating learning environments, we offer multiple opportunities for children to explore and experiment with their complex ideas. The inclusion of open-ended, recycled materials further encourages children to explore new strategies for enhancing their creative constructions.

Through in-depth investigations, children are encouraged to participate in wider research for inspiration and ideas. This research is then revisited during group meetings, which provokes discussion and collaboration between teachers and children.

Working together in groups, children begin to value not only their own ideas, but the ideas and theories of others.

At Bear Park, our teachers actively support the children to develop deeper understandings about the structure of buildings and the architectural process. Exploring the concept of design, the children collate their ideas into physical plans using an array of expressive media.

As momentum builds they excitedly put their ideas into motion, combining a variety of resources and materials to see their plans come to life.

As an investigation comes to a close we believe it is important to celebrate the children’s journey, communicating this with friends, family and whanau.

Through special events and exhibitions the children proudly share their work with the centre community.

“The wider the range of possibilities we offer children, the more intense will be their motivations and the richer their experiences. We must widen the range of topics and goals, the types of situations we offer and their degree of structure, the kinds and combinations of resources and materials, and the possible interactions with things, peers, and adults.”

- Loris Malaguzzi, The Hundred Languages of Children.

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HILTON BROWN SWIMMING’S INSTRUCTOR RECEIVES OFFICIAL RECOGNITION During its 40-year history, Hilton Brown Swimming has always ensured that swim instructors are trained to a consistently high standard, even though there’s no requirement for swimming teachers to have any qualifications at all in New Zealand.

Now the company’s commitment to excellence has been rewarded. Hilton Brown Swimming’s in-house training programme is the only one to have been officially recognised by Skills Active Aotearoa, New Zealand’s Industry Training Organisation (ITO) for the recreation, sport and fitness industries.

“Recognition of our instructor training by Skills Active Aotearoa will give our parents extra reassurance that our teachers and teaching methods are the best”, says Ingrid Sharp, manager at Hilton Brown Swimming. “Swimming is a complicated motor skill that needs to be taught correctly, or the swimmer could end up with poor technique.”

When a Hilton Brown instructor completes their training, they are eligible to receive the National Certificate in Recreation and Sport – Aquatics (Swim Education) Level three. Last year all 75 of Hilton Brown’s people achieved this qualification; this year Ingrid estimates that another 40 instructors will qualify.

“Our training for instructors focuses on teaching children to swim in a technically-correct way, but it also makes sure instructors know how to keep every lesson safe, fun and ageappropriate as well. Whether the child is an enthusiastic preschooler or a teenager who’s under-confident in the water, our swimming instructors know what works.”

HILTON BROWN SWIMMING WILL BE DOING FREE TRIAL LESSONS IN SEPTEMBER FOR NEW CUSTOMERS! For more information go to www.swim.school.nz

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MATTERS OF INTEREST: HOW INVOLVED ARE YOUR KIDS WITH THE CIVIC LIFE OF THEIR CITY?

SKYPATH’S BENEFITSTO AUCKLAND CAN’T BE UNDERESTIMATED

In my experience, young Aucklanders are an engaged bunch of people with some great ideas.

Auckland’s SkyPath, once completed, will finally open up our harbour bridge to cyclists, runners, walkers and tourists.

I had the honour of launching Tick For Kids, a campaign by UNICEF, Save the Children, Barnardos and Plunket to ensure children are front and centre in the local election campaign.

This will put us on a par with other major cities like New York, London and Sydney, where people on foot or bike can also cross major bridges.

A Junior Mayor in the Chair session was part of the launch.

The children asked some really probing questions about everything from roads and footpaths to sports fields and bus services.

I think this project is great for Auckland city and the wider suburbs. Initial estimates are that up to 300,000 commuters, 350,000 tourists and somewhere between 250,000 to 500,000 recreational users would use the bridge each year.

It is a nice complement to Kids Voting, which lets year 7 -10 students experience an election first-hand. Kids vote for real candidates on real issues, and see how their results compare to the official results.

Not only will this mean fewer people on the roads at peaktimes, it will also be a boost for our recreational facilities, and ultimately tourism.

Auckland Council draws on the input of our younger citizens through our Youth Advisory Panel. It is a governance model designed for and by our young people, helping them connect with the council and play an important consultative role.

It’s also great to see the wider community support for the project, along with top-level support from the Mayor of Auckland.

I’ve also been inspired by hearing about the people my wife Shan has met recently as she has travelled around Auckland to present the second round of grants for the Mayoress’ Fund for Youth.

The organisations she visited all showed the power of working in collaboration and partnership with and for Auckland’s young people.

PHAB Pasifika supports young people with disabilities to design and run a weekly programme which helps them build confidence, make new friends and get skills and qualifications.

First Foundation enables academically gifted young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to go to university. It links them with donor companies and organisations which provide scholarships and ongoing work experience, and with longterm personal mentors.

Shan’s third visit was to the Rise UP Trust. Originally started in a garage as a family project by a teacher on maternity leave, the trust draws the whole family into a learning programme where parents become advocates for their children’s education.

To me these are Auckland’s success stories, committed people making a huge difference to the lives of our kids.

I’m really pleased that the Ministry for the Environment is getting behind the project by funding $193,000 to enable the SkyPath Trust to finalise its design, carry out consultation, research, consents and finalise funding arrangements for construction of the pathway.

Despite the broad level of support, I know that residents in St Mary’s Bay, and across the bridge in Northcote have concerns about the effects of increased foot-traffic in their neighbourhoods.

As the MP for Auckland Central I have met with representative of the St Mary’s Bay Residents Association to listen to their concerns. I believe it is important that the views of affected residents are listened to and addressed.

While there is likely to be increased traffic in St Mary’s Bay and surrounding areas, I have every confidence that both the SkyPath Trust, and the Auckland Council, will work to ensure residents’ concerns and traffic disruptions are minimised. The Trust has already said they are confident they can address a number of the issues that have been raised.

I am a big advocate of making downtown Auckland a more walkable area of the city. We have some great things happening down at the Wynyard Quarter and the Tank Farm, and the more people we can get out walking around our city, the better.

And our young Aucklanders themselves never cease to inspire – and challenge – me.

I look forward to seeing the SkyPath project progress.

Len Brown Mayor of Auckland

Hon Nikki Kaye MP for Auckland Central

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THE HOUSEHOLD BUDGET AND COUNCIL ELECTIONS

PLEASED TO BE RE-ELECTED FOR SECOND TERM In a total surprise last month, after nominations closed, the Electoral Officer declared me duly reelected as the Auckland Councillor for Orakei. Being elected unopposed doesn’t happen much in politics and I’ve actually struggled with the concept.

There’s been a bit of good news for Kiwi families lately.

Annual CPI inflation has been just below 1% since late last year. Since after-tax wages are rising faster than inflation, most New Zealanders are generally becoming better off.

But, as we all know, the picture is uneven. Some things are getting cheaper – think televisions.

Of the products getting more expensive, there are some we can’t do much about. Insurance is more expensive in New Zealand because of the Canterbury earthquakes. Insurers have recalibrated their assessment of risk in this country. Shopping around for the best deal we can get, no doubt, will help.

Sadly, however, you can’t shop around when it comes to your local council. Like most homeowners in Verve’s circulation area, I’ve just received a 10% increase in my rates for the second year running. I’m in the market for alternatives.

I feel most sorry for the pensioners who are faced with the choice of a reduced standard of living, after the rates bill has taken a bigger bite out of their income, or having to leave town.

We do, however, get to vote once every three years.

On that note, with council elections coming up, it’s worth noting which local councillors voted for large rates increases.

There are two primary factors driving rates increases – first, overall council spending, which continues to expand notwithstanding the much-hoped-for savings of the super-city and has led to an overall increase in rates of about 3%, and secondly the size of the uniform charge, which determines the distribution of burden.

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Everyone’s being telling me it must feel great not having to get out and campaign. Well, for someone who loves retail politics it’s actually been a bit deflating, but it’s great to have the confidence of the Orakei ward that they support me having a second term.

Rest assured the campaign continues. I’m attending all of the candidate debates and am out door-knocking with others. My hoardings are up around the place – albeit the word ‘vote’ has been covered up with ‘re-elected! Thank you’. It’s a good opportunity to promote my re-vamped website and get my ugly mug out for a few weeks. ‘Fighting for ratepayers’ remains my strapline and my focus.

I will always fight for local ratepayers and have argued and voted against every Annual Plan budget that’s included much higher rates for the Orakei ward. Nearly half of Orakei ward residents will be paying another 10% more in rates this 2013/14 year, with the average Orakei residential rate increase 5.7%.

That is nearly twice as much as the regional average of 2.9% that Auckland Mayor Len Brown is keen to promote this election year. The average annual residential rates bill for the Orakei ward is now over 54% more than the average ratepayer in the Auckland region.

Over the past three years, I have worked closely with the Orakei Local Board to successfully secure funding for local projects.

Together we have strongly represented local concerns over the likes of rates increases and intensified housing. I support the seven Orakei Local Board members who are seeking re-election: chair Desley Simpson, deputy Mark Thomas, and board members Ken Baguley, Troy Churton, Kate Cooke, Colin Davis, and Kit Parkinson.

He was supported in this area by Mike Lee (Waitemata ward, which includes Parnell) and Cathy Casey (Albert-Eden-Roskill, which includes Epsom).

I will also continue to push for a higher Uniform Annual General Charge which is the fixed charge component of your rates. A higher UAGC would help many struggling in higher valued properties. It would more fairly spread the load of rates across the region to better reflect that regardless of property value, Aucklanders generally enjoy equal access to the council’s amenities, activities and services.

Chris Fletcher (Albert-Eden-Roskill) and Cameron Brewer fought for better control of spending and a fairer distribution of the burden. In these elections I’m supporting Chris and Cameron, together with Chris’s running mate Nigel Turnbull and Greg Moyle in Waitemata.

In the meantime rates keep going up and council spending and debt is out of control. A big focus for many of us over the coming weeks will be to ensure we get a few more centre-right councillors around the table. It’s well overdue for this council to start delivering on all the economic gains Aucklanders were promised with council amalgamation.

The current council, led by Mayor Len Brown, went for a very low uniform charge which has caused the massive rates increases in this part of town.

Paul Goldsmith MP National List MP based in Epsom www.paulgoldsmith.co.nz (09) 524 4930

Make sure you vote by 12 October. For more news and views visit www.cameronbrewer.co.nz Cameron Brewer Councillor for Orakei

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MATTERS OF INTEREST CONTINUED:

WALKING AND CYCLING ON THE HARBOUR BRIDGE – LET’S DO IT The 1954 decision by the government of the day to build an Auckland harbour bridge with only four lanes was one of Auckland’s original ‘sins of the fathers’. Well, transport sins anyway. The others were the cancellation of rail electrification the same year and the most mortal sin of all, the termination and destruction of Auckland’s highly successful electric tramway in 1956.

The original penny-pinching on the harbour bridge resulted in the ‘Nippon Clip-ons’, but the short-sighted exclusion of walking and cycling has lasted to this day.

In May 2009 I was one of thousands of Aucklanders who walked and cycled across the bridge to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its opening. The authorities at first tried to stop the crowd, but sensibly soon gave up.

Authorisation: Michael Lee, 15A Burrows Avenue, Parnell. 0274943198

Since that time the organiser of that ‘Get Across’ rally, Bevan Woodward, has come up with an exciting proposal he calls Skypath. This is a specially built enclosed walking and cycling lane on the eastern side of the bridge. The $30m proposal has been ticked off technically by the bridge owners NZTA, and backed by 2400x1200mm >> Scale 1:10 private money (Morrison & Co and the PIP Fund). But it needs a Transparency has been flattened with rasterised images treated council underwrite to work.

Over the last couple of years Skypath at a resolution of 700dpi. Finished Bilboard at full size therefore has a resolution 70dpi the rasterised has workedofits wayforthrough theimages. council bureaucracy, periodically pushed along by my transport committee. The council has given

leadership of Skypath to ATEED’s ‘can-do’ chief executive Brett O’Riley, and due diligence work is now underway. There are technical issues to be sorted out with the approaches on both sides of the harbour, and our council transport staff and Skypath will be working through them with the St Mary’s Bay Association, the Northcote residents Association and the Westhaven Users Association. Once these are sorted, hopefully by December the new council will be able to sign off on the underwrite and work can begin to at last make walking and cycling on the Auckland harbour bridge a reality. The Skypath will add value to our harbour bridge and enhance quality of life for Aucklanders and our visitors.

In terms of dealing with the other ‘sins’ – Auckland’s first electric train arrived in the port on 25 August, the first of a whole fleet. As for the trams, if we can extend the Wynyard Quarter tramway to Britomart, Auckland can look forward to a light rail renaissance in the 21st century. See: www.mikelee. co.nz/2010/05/sins-of-the-fathers-the-decline-and-rise-of-railtransit-in-auckland/ Mike Lee Councillor for Waitemata and Gulf

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Candidate for Waitemata and Gulf Ward Councillor

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Dedicated Cycling Links Better Public Transport Sewage Free Beaches

Your strong independent voice Authorised by Rob Thomas, 105 Nelson St, Auckland

Contact: 021 704 423 | voterobthomas.co.nz

VOTE ROB THOMAS AS YOUR COUNCILLOR

You’ll be seeing me out and about over the next month, waving signs on street corners, meeting residents, debating candidates, and knocking on doors. Every weekend for the last five months I have been door knocking in our neighbourhood, listening to your views. Thank you to all those people from Newmarket, Parnell, Grafton, Ponsonby, Freeman’s Bay, Grey Lynn and Arch Hill for welcoming me at your doorstep. I’ve been blown away to meet so many people passionate about our city and our neighborhoods.

As the inner-city continues to grow we are starting to see the pressures of growth and its stretch marks ripple throughout our community. Vote for me so we can build safe dedicated cycling links through our parks and open spaces, roll out a resident only parking scheme to push commuters out of residential streets, have buses that turn up on time and clean out the storm water contaminates on our beaches.

Over the last three years I’ve given a stronger voice to our community by founding the Newmarket Community Association, established the newest business district ‘Uptown’ in Eden Terrace, led the charge on building the boardwalk for walking and cycling in

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Cox’s Bay, and revived the regional programme for Movies in Parks.

Door knocking is a mammoth undertaking but it’s critical to understand what people are saying and represent those views once elected. There are so many inspiring people in our community, it’s extraordinary, and we need to do more to connect with you in your neighborhood.

With your vote for me, as your councillor for the Waitemata and Gulf Ward, our community can achieve so much more. We need an experienced young voice that can work with our community and between different political parties at a local and central government level.

So, when the voting papers come out in September, I want you to help me change our community by ticking Rob Thomas councillor for Waitemata and Gulf.

Let’s Talk - Watch a special message in my advert above.

If you own a smart phone, which it’s safe to say that most of us do, download a free App called ‘Layar’, open the App, point it at the Vote Rob Thomas logo in my advert and click scan.

It’s a little freaky, but the advert will come alive. Each week in September, I will be uploading a new video to engage with you on different issues in our community. This innovate technology is also available on all of my campaign signs or anywhere you see the logo Vote Rob Thomas.

Rob Thomas Waitemata & Gulf Council Candidate Let’s Talk 021 704423 voterobthomas.co.nz

Since 1841 there has been a lot of speculation about whom the central Auckland suburb of Parnell was named after. Several historic figures have incorrectly been credited including Charles Stewart Parnell (the Irish politician), Samuel Parnell (who instigated the eight hour working day in New Zealand), Thomas Parnell (the poet) and others.

The colourful personality behind the naming of Parnell was Robert Tod, a land speculator who purchased three acres in the second Auckland Land Sale on 1 September 1841, subdivided it into 36 small sections and several days later advertised them for sale as the ‘The Village of Parnell’. Born in Scotland, Tod had an adventurous career as a merchant in the Middle East and South Australia (Adelaide’s Tod River is named after him).

The full story of the naming of Parnell will be revealed with the launch of the 2013 Issue of the Parnell Heritage Journal at the Parnell Heritage AGM on 26 Sept at the Quality Inn, Gladstone Road, Parnell.

For the full story of the naming of Parnell purchase a copy of the journal or attend the Parnell Heritage AGM later this month. For more information email: info@parnellheritage.org.nz

Left: Image of Robert Tod, state reference National Library of Australia, Canberra

It has been a great honour to represent our community over the last three years on the Waitemata Local Board and this year I am taking the next step to be your councillor with my long term goal to be Mayor of Auckland.

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FESTIVAL ITALIANO TAKES OVER NEWMARKET After its huge success last year at Freeman’s Bay School, the Festival Italiano is set to be a big hit this month as it moves to Osborne Street in Newmarket.

The Festival Italiano is Auckland’s only Italian festival which celebrates Italian food and culture. There will be stalls selling food and drink, crafts, clothes, books, live music and Italian style street theatre. It’s a celebration for the whole family with pasta-making demonstrations for the kids and Ferrari Club Day in Lumsden Green for Dad.

RENTING WITH PETS It is very difficult for families with furry babies to find a landlord that will accept them.

The festival has moved to Newmarket to coincide with the Italian Film Festival at Rialto Cinemas which commences on Wednesday 25 September, visit www.italianfilmfestival.co.nz to book tickets.

We have had so many enquiries lately from families with pets, many with large dogs (sometimes two of them), desperate to find a suitable home that will accommodate them all.

The Dante Alighieri Society organises the Italiano Festival every year for the Italian community and it offers Auckland a taste of Italy.

This year the Festival Italiano has been organised with help from the Waitemata Local Board and Newmarket Business Association.

As a property manager I have to be sure that the tenants are fully aware of the responsibilities that come with caring for a pet in a rental home.

Entry is free so you can join in the celebrations 11am to 4pm, Sunday 29 September.

In the photo, left to right, Ashley Church and Tash Stichbury of the Newmarket Business Association, local business owner Andrew Howson from Sitka, Italian Festival Director Alessandra Zecchini, and Waitemata Local Board members Shale Chambers and Rob Thomas.

A special thanks to the team at Continental Cars of Newmarket for providing the latest F12 Berlinetta Ferrari – smoking hot!

The SPCA actually put out a booklet ‘Renting with Pets’ which contains lots of information for pet owners.

To help reassure the landlord that you have a well-trained pet, it would be advantageous for you to have references from a past landlord. Also, verification from a vet that your animal has been spayed or neutered: we cannot allow any pet that is not de-sexed onto any of our properties. Proof that your puppy has been to a training school is also a good idea. Another suggestion is that you could offer to bring the dog to meet the owner or property manager (especially if they are very cute!).

This usually works. Offering to pay extra rent or a week’s extra bond is also a good idea.

At Just Rentals we have a pet form which tenants sign. It states that any damage incurred by the cat or dog must be repaired by the tenant, and also that the carpets must be professionally cleaned and treated for fleas on vacating the property.

Just Rentals believe that once pet owners find a property that welcomes their pets they are more inclined to rent for longer, and because they realise pet-friendly property is scarce, they make sure that they strive to be model tenants. So landlords, allow pets in your rental properties! We have never had a problem with four-legged animals, only the two-legged variety!

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LAST WORD

Evolution of the Protest

Words: Jamie Christian Desplaces

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Auckland: 27 July, 2013. They came, they marched, they chanted. Their rightful ire directed against the GCSB Bill which further empowers New Zealand’s spy agency to conduct more stringent tab-keeping of its populace. Above a sea of heads placards carried slogans of wit, profundity and the odd profanity too. In towns across the country, there was a fine turnout.

Some faces were hidden behind that famous Guy Fawkes mask, now more associated with hacktivist group Anonymous (the corporate giants manufacturing that mask must be making a killing. Maybe they make the Che Guevara t-shirts too). Led by legendary Kiwi campaigner John Minto, the march proceeded down Queen Street and towards the US Embassy building, where supportive cries for Bradley Manning, Edward Snowden and Kim Dotcom filled the crisp, cool afternoon air. Minto produced a pair of old boots and duly threw them onto the consulate’s awning in disgust.

It was a symbolic gesture, he later told me, in honour of the Iraqi journalist who hurled his shoes at George W. Bush. “There’s been hundreds of boots thrown up there over the years,” says Minto. How refreshing it would be, I thought, if he pulls off the unthinkable and secures the mayorship of Auckland.

Malcolm is suspicious of the agenda of the mainstream media, but says their journalism must not die at the expense of unaccountable internet news sites.

His interest in activism was born from a Greenpeace meeting. Malcolm has respect for the organisation and the work they do, but they are limited, they are “corporate”. They are part of the capitalist system coming up with capitalist options to make capitalism fairer. But it is capitalism that is the problem.

I am handed a flyer by a member of Socialist Aotearoa. I ask if he’d care to chat. He would. His name is Malcolm.

“Days like this inspire me,” he says.

“There must be at least two thousand people here. The GCSB Bill has a lot of intellectuals against it, there are lawyers here. It’s a global issue too, which helps raise awareness.”

Following the march, the Anonymous group hacked into the National Party’s website and disabled many of its politicians’ pages, including that of the Prime Minister. John Minto tells me the likes of Anonymous should be applauded and we should be thankful that there are such groups organised against the corporate world. Though, he says, he

“I was born in the 60s and was told that I must go to uni and get a good job,” Malcolm says. “But that’s not the reality of the world.” The dissenters may not be many, he adds, but they must continue in order to show there are alternative ideas.

The biggest threat to government is the freedom of ideas.

Above: Protesters on Auckland’s Queen Street express their anger at the GCSB Bill

doesn’t always agree with their tactics. Kim Dotcom was unimpressed with their act, pointing out the hypocrisy of attacking a government policy of cyber-spying by bringing down that very government’s very own system. It was a truly modernage approach to a truly age-old action.

The ultimate symbol of government or corporate failure: the protest.

PAST NOTES The Ancient Greeks not only gave us the world democracy, but were the first to express concerns about the morality of slavery, to contemplate the meaning of what it is to be free. The fifth century BC saw the birth of Mohism and its intrinsic disapproval of war. The Roman Empire suffered the wrath of Jewish discontentment and British breast-beating led by the formidable Boudicca. Nearly two thousand years later, the British were then at the receiving end of arguably the most famous example of civil disobedience as Mahatma Ghandi peacefully led the overthrow of an empire. His philosophies in turn inspired the likes of Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King, Jnr. Prior

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to that were revolutions in Russia, China, the US, Latin America and France to name but a few. The Suffragette movement led to women being granted the right to vote. The Tiananmen Square protests of 1989 offered the most iconic of ‘us against them’ images, the lonely whiteshirted figure bravely standing his ground against a cocked, creeping tank. As I type this, hundreds of Egyptian families are mourning the loss of loved ones following one of the most shocking state-sponsored massacres in living memory.

The 1960s, with the birth of flower power, free love and spiritual enlightenment, was perhaps the most politically-charged and socially-motivated decade in history.

Kalle Lasn, film maker, author, editor and co-founder of Adbusters, recalls the time well. “I remember marvelling at how it was possible to get tens of thousands of people snake-dancing through the streets,” he says, his tone infectiously enthusiastic. “It was a sense of empowerment that has stayed with me ever since; a feeling that I do count.”

It is a feeling he has inspired in others around the globe, for Lasn was also one of the brains behind one of the grandest protest movements in modern times: Occupy Wall Street.

“The United States has become a corporate state and we thought if they can have regime change in Egypt, why not in America,” he tells me. “We wanted to capitalise on that by occupying the iconic heart of global capitalism on Wall Street. As soon as we launched that first meme [the iconic image of the ballerina atop the bull] we thought something could happen. But of course we were surprised when it started spreading.

Suddenly, there were 1,500 occupations happening around the world.”

Though a founding-father of the movement, Lasn distances himself from ownership of it. The concept of leadership is perhaps at odds with his idealism. I ask if he believes in leaders.

“You can get a lot done without having too many leaders now – look at Brazil, Turkey and Occupy. But if you want to go beyond just pulling off mass protests, you need more from smaller groups. Ultimately if we’re to have a global spring like students rising to shift the economic paradigm then I think you’ll find at each university for example, there will be a leader.”

Do you believe that power ultimately corrupts?

“That’s often been the case but it doesn’t mean we should give up. If you look at any revolutionary movement, the

It is a feeling he has inspired in others around the globe for Lasn was also one of the brains behind one of the grandest protest movements in modern times: Occupy Wall Street. “The United States has become a corporate state and we thought if they can have regime change in Egypt, why not in America,” he tells me.

“We wanted to capitalise on that by occupying the iconic heart of global capitalism on Wall Street.”

trajectory begins with exceptional people doing exceptional things that catalyse the process. If it goes wrong, it doesn’t mean the original inspiration wasn’t for the good.”

I ask what the most significant difference is between protests now and those of the 1960s. The answer is blindingly obvious: social media.

#occupy “Social media is a game changer,” says Lasn. “You can organise flash mobs and get a huge number of people out on the street instantly.” Indeed, such has been its role that certain movements have been termed Twitter Revolutions, namely revolts in Moldova, Iran, Tunisia and Egypt. Famously, Facebook is either censored or outright blocked in China, certain Southeast Asian and Middle Eastern nations. The Occupy Movement itself may never have happened without those tweets and Facebook uploads.

“People say it’s fizzled out, but that’s bullshit,” says Lasn. “Pussy Riot and everything that has happened in Istanbul and Rio is proof that the young people are waking up. I see an escalation of national movements, and

I see them getting together to form a global spring. I think we’re winning.”

Dr Colin Cremin is senior lecturer of Sociology at Auckland University and the author of two books, iCommunism and Capitalism’s New Clothes: Enterprise, Ethics and Enjoyment in Times of Crisis. He offers a more sober assessment of social media’s impact, at least within the West. “The danger of social media is its short-termism,” he says. “Big rallies in short periods often lack structure. In terms of numbers, they look impressive but give a false impression of the strength of the Left.

It has encouraged a level of hubris among the Left, that they are in the ascendency, but I’m not so sure that’s the case.”

In July 33 million Egyptians gathered against the nation’s new government, the biggest protest in history. A bitter irony is that while we are freer in the West to carry out such actions, it is those actions under oppressive governments which seem to yield greater results.

“One of the West’s flaws is that we don’t care all that much,” says Lasn. “Look at all those millions who marched against the Iraq war in 2003. It felt like a bit of fun, there was nothing really invested in our guts. Whereas in Tahrir Square for example, when people were standing against a corrupt autocracy, then people were fully committed.”

“I don’t think people are apathetic,” adds John Minto, “rather they are disillusioned. There were people on the GCSB march who had never marched before in their lives. People are interested in politics, but they have lost faith in democracy.”

I ask Dr Cremin if we confuse capitalism with freedom and democracy. He says that we do, but what’s worse is that we associate capitalism with pleasure.

It is a pleasure under false pretences for we are not as free as we would like to believe. Sure, hard work has its rewards, but it’s usually those in charge who benefit most. Even Homer Simpson realised that the capitalist machine is ultimately “oiled by the blood of the workers”.

“We could look at work that is socially rewarding instead of creating a profit for a small class,” says Cremin. “We don’t have to deny the satisfaction that capitalism promises. We just have to make sure it delivers.”

Lasn, Minto and Cremin all warn that it is not just the damage to our

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Kalle Lasn thinks the dominance of the West is coming to an end.

“There is something fundamentally wrong with a society built upon the rock of individual rights,” he says. “In the West, something has been lost in the wash, something about love, solidarity and empathy.

About working together.

These are deep values that used to fuel our culture.”

Left: Kalle Lasn

economies and society we should fear if corporate power is allowed to continue unchecked; the very existence of our species could be at risk through the continuation of global warming.

HOPE AND THE FUTURE Dr Cremin states protests alone are not enough. Social fragmentation has left the Left vulnerable and stronger connections between communities and the workplace must be developed.

“We need to look more closely at the ideologies of today’s movements and the level of their commitment to long-term change,” he says. “These movements require those at the core of a labour economy to strike.” The only way capitalism can be challenged is to undermine the ability of capital to circulate, to affect production, distribution and exchange. “A protest can block streets and shopping malls,” continues Cremin, “but it requires a lot of people who are then often exposed to state violence. We need to place more emphasis on what we can do within institutions.”

Kalle Lasn thinks the dominance of the West is coming to an end. “There is

something fundamentally wrong with a society built upon the rock of individual rights,” he says. “In the West, something has been lost in the wash, something about love, solidarity and empathy.

About working together. These are deep values that used to fuel our culture.”

He suggests the implementation of “radical transparency” whereby people are more involved with their nations’ affairs and their politicians held to greater account. He admits things must remain secret, for the sake of security, but 99 per cent of what is proposed by elected officials should be open to scrutiny by their electorate. “How dare they,” he says, “start wars under false pretences and in my name. We must live in a world without secrets where whistleblowers are celebrated. We must live in a world without corporate bailouts and climate change. We must capture the imagination of the seven billion of us that live on this planet.”

Minto believes that once we cease to be angry about injustice, then we have lost our humanity, but Dr Cremin fears there is a lack of will to reform. Stronger, more articulate pro-emancipation voices are needed, he says. The West needs an invigorated Left to counter the interests

of those in power. Perhaps through another economic meltdown, significant change is inevitable. We must hope it can be steered in a positive direction.

“There is no guarantee that the outcome would be in our universal interest,” says Cremin. “That’s something we must work towards. We can start doing that now.

Humans have incredible capacity for thought and for creation. We could do wonderful things with our lives but so few us our able to realise it in a way that is individually or socially fulfilling. That’s something worth fighting for.”

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