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LUXURIOUS LOCKS
The 12Reasons Marula Oil range smooths frizz and hydrates, transforming unmanageable locks into sleek, silky hair that looks and feels luxurious. Combined with rich fruit and seed oils, the shampoo, conditioner, mask and serum collection adds softness and shine. It’s vegan, not tested on animals, and paraben and sulphate free. Available from leading salons and stylehq.co.nz, from $22.
HEEL THYSELF
A style you’ll come back to time and time again, classic knee-high boots are the perfect winter accessory. Even more so when, like Ziera’s Tia boot, they’re crafted from soft leathers and designed with luxurious cushioning and contouring underfoot for all-day comfort. Pair with a stylish dress or warm winter coat and you’ll be stepping out in style and comfort. Tia boot in Tan, $399.95.
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BEYOND THE BLUE
An alchemy of irresistible notes that dance, come together and embrace, Versace Dylan Blue Pour Femme combines refreshing blackcurrant sorbet with Granny Smith apple to create a unique fruity accord. A contemporary floral bouquet mixes playfully with woody base notes in this captivating, sensuous, and vibrant fragrance. Versace Dylan Blue Pour Femme EDP, 30ml, $108, 50ml, $143, and 100ml, $189.
FRESH AIR
The Eternity Calvin Klein fragrance portfolio is a celebration of love, sensuality, intimacy and the power and beauty of natural elements. New addition Eternity Air bottles the breathtaking essence of everlasting love. Available from department stores and pharmacies nationwide, from $79.
SO FINE
HP fits a massive amount of innovation into epically thin proportions. The HP Spectre x360 holds nothing back on performance, bringing the best of all worlds into a PC designed around you. Let yourself fall in love with all the smart technology packed into its streamlined design. Visit hp.co.nz/spectrex360
A BIG TICK
This watch has been crafted with pure design and a truly modern edge. Its slim 36mm case is made from 18c Sedna gold and features diamond paving, as well as a crown that is polished with red HyCeram and set with a single diamond. The lacquered opaline silver dial includes embossed
18c Sedna gold Roman numerals. The watch is driven by the Omega calibre 4061, which sits behind a special mirrored caseback and is presented on a grey leather strap.
EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
Merchant 1948’s Cybele ankle boot, with contrasting textures and a stacked block heel, is elegant enough to take the wearer from day to night. Cybele is part of Merchant 1948’s Salome collection — a range of handcrafted leather boots made in Portugal and featuring neutral tones and soft, artisanal details. Salome herself is a rarity. A female shoemaker in a male-dominated industry, she was originally told she wouldn’t last a year in the business. Sixteen years later, Salome is still going strong. Now that’s girl power!
Sì YOU AGAIN
Sì Passione adds another dimension by exploring an intense emotion — passion. Powerful and contemporary, the new fragrance showcases a new point of view informed by today’s woman.
It’s a floral, fruity juice in which the iconic blackcurrant signature gets faceted with fresh and floral notes.
The red bottle, meanwhile, reflects Sì Passione’s attitude and essence.
Giorgio Armani Sì Passione EDP 30ml, $122, 50ml, $179, and 100ml, $232.
HEAD-TO-TOE RELAXATION
More Than Skin Spa, Beauty & Wellness expands its menu this season with a new experience for the body. It’s a ritual for the senses, combining an Indian Scalp Massage, warm stones on pressure points and an exclusive tourmaline heatedcrystal application. The deep-pressure massage with oils of the highest grade, and an Aspar hair mask, are out of this world. Sounds amazing, and it is. A 60-minute treatment is $110.
BEAUTIFULLY BALANCED
By balancing the skin’s response to hormonal fluctuations, Atopis Radiant Balance Cream, $69, reduces breakouts while softening scars and evening skin tone. Scientifically formulated and proven to stimulate cell renewal, it reduces redness and revitalises tired, dull skin.
SNAKES & LADDERS
Snake print has always shouted sophistication, and with this season’s power dressing trend giving a nod to the ’80s, it’s more relevant than ever. Mi Piaci’s slick snake-print story is part of its Elevate, Empower campaign and is set to make a statement. A bold shoe-boot, Raisa is the new oce power player, speaking volumes and putting the wearer one step ahead of the pack.
GO FOR GOLD
Your ticket to sleeker, smoother, healthier hair, indulge in the new ghd gold styler, now in two luxurious, golden shades for a limited time only. Available at the finest salons and ghdhair. com, #ghdgold #goldstandard