One year on, did the staff buyout save Nisa?
Times are tougher than ever for the local fashion industry, even for lean manufacturing machines.
You need a reliable work dress
Boring? A little. Always reliable when you don't really want to think about what to wear to the office? Absolutely.
You need some hardworking denim
Offering utility and timeless appeal, these pieces will stay on high rotation no matter the season.
You need to stay warm in a cosy knit
*One* good thing about winter? Knitwear! We share 19 new-season picks from local brands.
The local bag brand embracing family and community
Saben celebrates the love, dedication and heartfelt stories behind those raising future generations.
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.
You need a new coat
These local options will have you wishing for cooler climes.
You need a good blazer that’ll be in your wardrobe for years
A few local options recommended, and worn, by the Ensemble team.
We think you’ll like these playful homewares
Seven simple ways to brighten a room.
The nice things we bought to start the year off right
From home gadgets to diaries and caps: it's giving new year, new me.
