Some nice things we actually bought recently
From versatile tinctures to thoroughly practical fashion: some very good things we spent our own money on, and love!
Your lockdown hair shows that you care
Be proud of your grown-out haircut and colour, says stylist and salon owner Lauren Gunn.
Period cups reviewed, for the newbies
One woman's journey into the world of period cups.
How to be a great friend to someone diagnosed with breast cancer
Our essential guide to supporting a loved one through a breast cancer diagnosis. You hopefully won't ever need it, but sadly, likely will.
Stretches to do at your desk, if your neck and back are ruined
A desk-side routine to support your spinal health, when the pain of the modern world becomes too much.
Hey Sarah Stuart, I like your hair
We ask stylist Sarah Stuart to spill her haircare secrets, in the hope that we too can possess a mane so shiny.
How to write, according to the experts
One of New Zealand’s most prestigious writing prizes is back, so we asked this year’s judges to share their 'rules of writing'.
Five lessons in life, style and joie de vivre from Peta Mathias
Learn how to cook, mend, and maybe embroider too - and other wisdom from the latest book from chef, author and broadcaster Peta Mathias.
It’s okay to be an imperfect environmentalist
Earth-care is self-care: Jessica shares some simple mantras and reminders to stop pressuring yourself to live a flawlessly sustainable life.
You probably need to relearn how to wind down
Bernice Tuffery, author of new book 'Sleep Easy', shows you how.
The eyewear trends you need to know
From Princess Diana-inspired frames through to modern aviators, this is what to look for when shopping for glasses this summer.
Super beautiful - makeup at any age
Three leading makeup artists talk about the changing needs of faces.
