One year on, did the staff buyout save Nisa?
Times are tougher than ever for the local fashion industry, even for lean manufacturing machines.
Why the work of Dress For Success is as important as ever
It has helped 25,000 Auckland women over 25 years. Now the free empowerment service is asking for a "hand-up, not a hand-out" of their own.
Where to now for the NZ fashion industry?
The industry gets honest about its value, challenges and future in a new and important report from Mindful Fashion NZ.
The lip gloss economy is popping
We need our Little Treats, and beauty brands are laying it on thick like a Laneige Lip Sleeping mask.
Meet the women crafting Aotearoa’s boutique perfume scene
Niche perfume is on the rise, with these local brands breaking the boundaries of traditional designer fragrance.
On Kate Sylvester’s closing, and the state of NZ fashion now
Zoe Walker Ahwa on the shocking news of Kate Sylvester’s closure, and what it means for the local fashion industry.
The big business of making music for movies
Having a song included in a film or TV soundtrack can be lucrative, with an upcoming symposium exploring opportunities for local artists.
‘It’s going to feel scary’: A Virgo’s guide to starting a imperfectly perfect business
Rosie Carroll of Nifty Markets reflects on the lessons she’s learned in the first year of business.
Hello Ambitious: An evening dedicated to Asian women in business
Stylish guests filled their cups with ambition at the inspiring event hosted by Grace Ko and Cathy Fan at Viaduct Harbour.
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The quiet success of Aotearoa's screen printing brands
From cheesy slogans and visual puns, custom printed tops can portray what words alone cannot.
