Peter Thompson and Bernadette Casey aren’t trying to reinvent the textile recycling wheel. They’re just trying to make it turn in Aotearoa. Textile waste is spiralling out of control – annually around 220,000 tonnes enter landfill – but little is…
Future of fashion design on display in Dunedin
A cleverly designed virtual entry and judging system meant students from around the world in their final year of fashion school were able to submit their entries digitally to a diverse panel of judges that included Sara Maino, senior editor…
5 things we love this week: navy colourways, candles & a new beauty recycling initiative
Here at FQ we’re all about wearing colours to boost our mood, and with navy conveying both confidence and unity, it’s the ultimate alternative to classic black.
High school to high street: Ella Cook is the NZ designer that could
Ella Cook has big fashion dreams – and just because she was still at high school, the fledgling Kiwi designer didn’t for a second think that would stop her from starting the chase! The go-getter took on an internship with…
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Kiwi fashion label Georgia Alice closing after nearly 10 years
A Kiwi fashion label that dressed stars all over the world and created a community for women has closed down. After nearly a decade, Georgia Alice is calling it quits – a decision founder and designer Georgia Currie says was…
Rain ready: what to wear when the clouds roll in
The raincoat gets a makeover this winter with an array of stylish—yet practical—designs engineered to withstand the most stormy of days. For those weary of hiding their well-planned #OOTD, try a transparent, or semi-opaque PVC coat.
New Zealand’s best second-hand clothes shops
All that is old is new again. Get in on the action with our picks for the best vintage and op shops around the country. Salvation Army Family Store, Rangiora You would be hard-pressed not to take a shine to…
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Does lip balm actually do anything?
As we head into the colder weather, many of us might be afflicted with the irritating ailment of dry and chapped lips. People have been trying to figure out how to fix dry lips for centuries. Using beeswax, olive oil…
Shopping mindfully: advice from New Zealand fashion designers
Mindful shopping can mean different things to different people, whether it’s focusing on quality over quantity, buying locally made, choosing eco-friendly materials, or supporting socially conscious brands. It’s also about adopting a learned mindset, moving away from impulse buys and…
13 footwear finds that prove ballet flats are back (again)
Spring 2021 collections from Lanvin and Dior to Celine and Valentino showcased versions of the ballet flat, and the trend is already trickling down to more accessible stores and brands on our shores. Whether it’s all part of that re-emerged…