Innholdsfortegnelse for Summer 2015 i Simply You

Stefan Knight MAKE-UP & HAIR ARTIST How did you contribute to this issue? I did make-up and hair for the textile challenge fashion photoshoot. What is your favourite piece at home? My boyfriend Jamie and I are both collectors. This makes our decor very eclectic and very maximalist. We both love buying art and furniture. Jamie’s particular collection is 1950s glassware, while mine is figurines – I had more than 300 at the last count. Vanya Insull DESIGNER How did you contribute to this issue? I helped with the design and layout of the magazine. How does your work affect your personal style? I love working in the magazine industry. The people working on magazines and the content inspire me to get out of my ‘mum’ clothes and put on…

SALLY MOTION Interior designer Where is your interior design business based? Motion Interiors is based in Hawke’s Bay but I have residential clients all over the North Island. You recently returned from the Milan design shows, what was the highlight? I spent several days at the Salone del Mobile, a fair showcasing the best of design to the world, and I also attended Euroluce, a biennial international lighting exhibition. Moooi’s showroom was a definite highlight, as was the invite to attend the Minotti family’s private party at their showroom near Milan. What trends are coming out of Milan this season? There is a definite move towards absolute luxury in furniture and lighting detail. The use of beautiful metals – whether copper, brass, bronze or gold – was everywhere; in furniture, lighting…

Sika Design was named by Ankjaer Andreasen after the sika deer for its light colouring and elegance – a description that just as accurately applies to Sika’s furniture today. He travelled to the Far East in the 1970s and was so impressed by the skilled wicker makers that he decided to establish a furniture factory there. Now in the hands of his granddaughter, Louise Andreasen, Sika Design remains true to its roots, producing high-quality, handcrafted furniture from the very best organic materials. May Time in New Zealand has had a long association with handcrafted woven furniture and recognises the superb skill and comfort of these designs. May Time imports and distributes three Sika collections. The Originals range, inspired by successful chair and sofa models from the 1950s and 1960s, also…

Ralph Lauren said it best when he responded to questions about the intent behind his venture into homeware: “It’s all an extension of something I wanted in my life – my dream life.” The appearance of fashion designers in the world of interiors is not breaking news, in fact, those very words were Lauren’s reflection on his home line after 30 years in the industry. His response is revealing, none the less. It would be easy to dismiss the extension from fashion into homeware as merely profit-driven, the result of designers’ hunger for success in a very competitive industry. However, Lauren’s argument that his interiors line is the fulfilment of his desire to create not just a fashion style, but an entire lifestyle in which avid Ralph Lauren aficionados can…

Shelf life The key to a functional closet space is exactly that, space. Consider how much storage you think you’ll need and double it. Drawers and shelves lining the perimeter of a walk-in wardrobe create easily accessible storage, while an island in the middle of the room with extra drawers or a cupboard is the ideal place to keep off-season items and display a prize pair of heels. Open up Given how long it can take to hunt down seasonal must-haves, it seems a shame to hide them behind closed doors. If your couture is curated to perfection, make an exhibition of your collection by displaying it behind glass walls or in an open-fronted wardrobe. Wonder wall If you don’t have the space or you are unwilling to sacrifice an…

Green Point is a cosmopolitan part of Cape Town. Creatives and intellectuals alike live in this historic labyrinth, whose narrow streets criss-cross the lower slopes of Signal Hill above the V&A Waterfront. Since many of the area’s first houses go back a bit in time, space for both gardens and garages is usually at a premium but that doesn’t faze the homeowners. They happily think out of the box and reinvent their rabbit warrens. As you step through a stylish grey door on the pavement, and down a few steps into the home of Simply You editor Naomi Larkin, her husband Naashon Zalk and their daughter Noa, you find yourself in a narrow gravel-paved private area closely lined with thickly leaved trees that frame a long table set for lunch.…

When Diane von Fürstenberg packs her bags, she never leaves her camera behind, always ready to capture the images that feed her imagination and inspire her designs. Globetrotting was a way of life for the young von Fürstenberg, long before it became a trend. She continues to honour this family tradition today, whether alone or with her family, trekking to obscure destinations and exploring unfamiliar landscapes in order to bring back new treasures and experiences. When she returns to her homes in New York, Connecticut and the Bahamas, she drops her bags and enjoys time with her family. But von Fürstenberg’s apartment in Paris is more than just a home, it’s a refuge where the fashion icon can find herself and where she is quoted as having said: “Paris is…

Renovations are often focused on making rooms more beautiful, but it is even more important to ensure our living spaces are functional and make for easy living. The bathroom is a prime example of this and it is important to consider the layout of the space. Here, the bathroom experts at Chesters Plumbing & Bathroom share some advice on making the most of your design: • Determine whether the space set aside for the shower is large or restricted. What shape is suitable for the room: square, rectangular, angle-cornered or roundfronted? Is the door to be framed, semiframeless or completely frameless. Is it a pivot/hinged door or a sliding door, and are you looking at an acrylic wall or a tiled shower space? • For your vanity, consideration needs to…

COLOUR We teamed up with the colour experts at Resene to shake us out of our colour rut and we couldn’t have picked a more picturesque spot for our long lunch date than Regatta Bar & Eatery in Takapuna, Auckland. Artist and Resene ambassador Greer Clayton brought an incredible piece of her own art to inspire even the most dedicated all-black enthusiast to introduce some new hues into their interiors and wardrobes. As guests sipped on champagne, Greer talked about palette, statement brights and complementary shades, and convinced us all to be a little braver with our colour choices. FLOWERS After the entrée, Davina Prankerd of Vida Flores shared her expertise with a flower arranging demonstration and revealed some tips and tricks to help guests make the most of flowers…

Life’s been something of a whirlwind: touching down in New Zealand after 14 years working overseas and putting this issue (my first as Simply You Living editor) together in less than three weeks. But it’s great to be back home and even better to be the caretaker of such a strong, well-loved brand. In the time I have been away Simply You has not just grown in stature, the inaugural issue of Body & Beauty magazine is now on sale and new websites www.fq.nz and www.homestolove.co.nz launched. Look out for our Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram where we’ll be bringing you even more from your favourite magazine. In this issue of Simply You Living we focus on the relationship between fashion and interiors because the two have become inextricably linked. Just…

The worlds of fashion and interiors are inextricably linked. Interior designers watch the catwalks for the inside track on the latest trends and fashion designers are turning their creative attentions to home decor. So when the colour experts at Resene set about creating their latest shades, they naturally looked to the catwalk, taking inspiration from fashion weeks across the globe. The result? A range of on-trend paint hues that will ensure your walls are truly in vogue. BLUE A cool, calming colour, blue is said to reduce stress and relax the mind. But did you know the different shades of blue can also inspire more meaningful communication, self expression, and even slow the metabolism? If that’s not enough to convince you to incorporate blue into your interior style, its fashion…

NOELLE DAVIES Owner, Le Monde How did Le Monde start? My mother studied interior design in the days when no one really knew what an interior designer was. She was always talking about cohesive colours, balanced proportions and a sense of order, so I was destined to have some sort of involvement in design. After a chance meeting overseas, my husband and I were offered the opportunity to distribute a much-admired European brand of furniture, homewares and accessories. It was exciting but when the recession hit in 2009 we had to rethink how we structured our business. We needed our own identity so we put together a collection which we felt better suited the New Zealand homeowner. The name Le Monde (French for “the world”) reflects the global collection we offer.…

They say your home is a reflection of yourself and that saying has never been more true than in reference to Rowena Roberts. They also say home is where the heart is – another phrase that is just as fitting for the founder and owner of Red Honey Cosmetics, through which she sells luxury brands Jo Malone London, Bobbi Brown and MAC in New Zealand. Yet while a number of idioms apply to Roberts’ gorgeous abode, her story is nothing if not unique. Situated in a quiet part of Herne Bay, but close enough to the shops for her to wander among the growing hub of cafés and fashion outlets on weekends, Roberts’ two-storey villa is entered via a small white picket fence complete with a fairy tale thatched gate…

AMY GRIFFITHS Home solutions consultant, PDL by Schneider Electric What is trending in home electrics? Our award-winning Saturn Zen switch and power outlet range has been really popular. The simple architectural lines make it timeless and suitable for new and renovated homes alike, and it comes in either a luxurious black or white matte finish. The fingerprint resistant Saturn Zen range has some great innovations, like ‘pictograms’. These laser-etched icons let you know which switch you’re turning on, and a smart shelf allows you to sit your phone or tablet on top of the powerpoint, keeping cables safely off the floor. Another trend is to install USB chargers in bedrooms, kitchens and living areas for more convenient and accessible charging of tablets and smartphones. Pop-up kitchen power outlets are one of…

Tip Team your body wash or soap with a matching scented lotion for a subtle fragrance that lasts all day. SOAP AND GLORY There is a great divide when it comes to body cleansers: are you a fan of liquid body wash or do you prefer a bar of soap? There is something undeniably romantic about a traditional block of soap – especially the beautifully scented French varieties – while a body wash in luxury packaging enhances any shower experience. Whatever you prefer, these scented suds are guaranteed to get you in a lather. Tip Use scrubs with a buffing mitt to smooth skin to perfection. Once rinsed off, you’ll be left with a nourishing hint of oil. GET BUFFED Ensure your skin is in peak condition for summer with…

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ART AND FASHION COLLIDE Fashion is an art in its own right, but when a designer as iconic as Australian Lisa Gorman and an artist as unrestrained as Camille Walala join forces, the result is bound to be a masterpiece. UK-based Walala is known for her energetic tribal pop art style and the eccentricity of her digital prints translates flawlessly into the quirky Gorman brand. The collaboration, which includes clothing, accessories and homeware, is available from Gorman stores and online now. Gorman, Shop 5, 25 Nuffield Street, Newmarket, Auckland. Metal works Fans of the modern industrial look can expand their collection with the latest pieces from District Eight Design at Republic. The hand-soldered joins on its counter stool and the blackened steel shelving unit showcase the craftsmanship of the industrial…

Q&A ANGELIQUE FRIS-TAYLOR Owner, Publicity PR What is your day job? I own a boutique beauty and lifestyle public relations company. Describe your personal style. Relaxed, vintage-inspired and heavy on trans-seasonal items. How is that reflected in your wardrobe space? Extensive capacity and a varied montage of black, black and more black. I have lots of vintage Zambesi that I still wear to this day, it never ever dates. I always make sure I have a Juliette Hogan print each season as her clothes are timeless and so beautiful. Where do you get style inspiration? Magazines, friends and Pinterest – I could scroll for hours. How do you organise your wardrobe, by colour or season? Always season, followed by colour. At the beginning of each season I change around my wardrobe…

JULIA FORD Shoe designer, Miss Wilson at Kathryn Wilson How would you describe your personal style? Designer accessories, vintage clothing and just a little too much gold jewellery. What are your golden rules when it comes to fashion? Don’t force a trend if it doesn’t suit you or your body shape. How do you look so stylish, what are your tips? Don’t dismiss an outfit because you think it’s too matchy-matchy. I love a head-to-toe look. What fashion looks keep women youthful? Vibrant colours, interesting jewellery and a great attitude. What is the best fashion advice you’ve been given? Wear your favourite heels if you have to go somewhere important or unpleasant. You’ll walk taller, feel more confident and look great. What would you pack for a summer holiday? Some colourful…

KITCHEN EXPERTS Kitchens By Design What sets Kitchens By Design apart? We take pride in being New Zealand owned and all our product is made locally. Having been in the industry for 30 years, we know kitchens well and our specialised kitchen design team ensures that all kitchens are on trend and many have won awards. What can your clients expect? We always offer a high level of service, we listen to your specific wants and needs and our design team will craft your kitchen accordingly. We make everything stress-free, from the moment you start a conversation with our team, right until the very end when you’re presented with the kitchen of your dreams. We only leave once we have created a beautiful kitchen that you want to cook, live and…

You own and manage Vida Flores in Auckland, what do you love about being a florist? We have a sense of freedom because every day we do something new and different. I love working for myself and I like not being tied to a desk. I’m creative and this is a great way to express myself. Where do you get your inspiration? Inspiration comes from everywhere: magazines, nature, the ways things grow, and from talking with my team. Most of all it comes from within – when I lose my inspiration, which happens from time to time, it doesn’t make for a happy day. How would you describe your signature style? My signature style is evolving all the time. I prefer a clean, more defined, maybe even simplistic style that…