Innholdsfortegnelse for Autumn 2018 i Simply You

The owner’s collections of unique furniture, objects and art are unified by a natural colour palette. Amber and gold lend a warm and luxurious feel, while petrol blue accents add impact. GLOBAL INFLUENCE A handcrafted statement bed is an exotic addition to a master suite.…

In a moment straight out of a fairytale, when Finnish artist Carolina Grunér met Kiwi entrepreneur Sam Ashcroft, it was love at first sight. They moved in together 11 days later, and three months on made their home in a similarly enchanting apartment in an 1890s building in the seaside suburb of Katajanokka in downtown Helsinki, Finland. They married on their eight-month anniversary. “It felt like we didn’t need words or time to get to know each other, because it was like we already did,” says Grunér. Just as the couple had no doubt that they were made for each other, Grunér says they knew immediately that the apartment would become their home. “The light, high ceilings, big windows, wide windowsills and sculpted double doors – all of it charmed…

@thestyleinsider www.facebook.com/TheStyleInsider The Style Insider “I’VE ONLY EVER USED CARPET COURT FOR MY FLOORING BECAUSE ITS PRODUCTS REALLY STAND THE TEST OF TIME.” A pale taupe floor is a flawless start to a fresh room renovation. Leonie Barlow, who runs the popular The Style Insider blog, recently undertook a modern and (naturally) stylish renovation of her Auckland home. Transforming her dining room into a much-needed second lounge, Barlow chose Quickstep Majestic laminate flooring in Valley Oak Light Beige from Carpet Court. “I love this flooring because the planks are extra-long and-wide and the colour lightens the room as well as making it look bigger,” she says. Barlow chose to work with Carpet Court as a long-time customer. “I’ve only ever used Carpet Court for my flooring because its products really…

COLOUR CODE Apply bold and brave tones to orchestrate all the right moods – from the high notes of passionate red in the kitchen to soothing tropical blue in the bathroom. Consider the emotions you most connect with and plan colour accordingly and where it counts. High-use areas such as kitchens and bathrooms cue the call for bold moves to be made. With cabinetry, tiling and feature walls taking centre stage, temper the volume with neutral flooring and appliances. Energetic red and zesty orange stimulate both the eye and appetite, making white walls and blonde floors the perfect complement in the kitchen. Ditto the bathroom where black and white create the ideal backdrop for colour to steal the show. Inspired by clouds composed of ice crystals, this Cirrus White Corian…

If you’ve long envied owners of exceptional bathrooms, there’s never been a better time to become one of them – on-trend bold accents are your fast track to everyday luxury. Opt for strong lines and monochrome shades with uptown flashes of gold. The more dramatic the pieces, the fewer you need – combine just a handful of quality items to make a singular, striking statement. BE INSPIRED WITH MICO For more expert bathroom decor tips and to use the interactive bathroom planner visit mico.co.nz…

PULL IT TOGETHER Word to the wise: there is such a thing as too many stripes. We recommend sticking to one striped piece per outfit, teamed with block colours. Each of these items would be a standout addition to an otherwise pared-back ensemble.…

1. The monarch. For those who like to make their own fashion rules, tying your scarf to the side and pairing it with bold accessories will have you looking like the queen of cool. To reign over the compliments, team a ruby red scarf, such as this silk twill one from Bess, with round Gucci sunnies and pull the look together with luxuriously long earrings. 2. The artist. While what’s printed on a scarf is pretty in itself, the true beauty of the garment is when you artistically wrap it so the colours create a new design of their own, with the original image kept a stylish secret for the wearer. In this instance, a watercolour Deadly Ponies scarf has been loosely draped around the neck with two ends tied…

Influential, financially independent, well-travelled, discerning… According to Silverfox Management Group co-founders Brigette Warne and Georgia Branch, the over-thirties are a powerful bunch of consumers, and their age-positive talent agency is here to ensure advertising campaigns reflect them. With models on their books aged from 30 to 97, Silverfox celebrates people who are at their best at any age. The first agency opened in Sydney in 2016, followed by divisions in Melbourne, Brisbane and, a little over six months ago, New Zealand. Today Silverfox’s models and ambassadors number around 180 and include some of the most in-demand mature faces in the world. Says managing director Warne, “I’ve worked as a professional model for the past 10 years and Georgia had worked in marketing. We’d started to see that the landscape of…

Our shoot at Auckland’s Pah Homestead, surrounded by contemporary art, was every creative’s dream. Located in Monte Cecilia Park, the majestic old building is home to the TSB Wallace Arts Centre, where you’ll find a changing programme of exhibitions featuring pieces from the James Wallace Arts Trust collection of more than 8500 works. The house itself is a joy to explore. Designed by architects Edward and Thomas Mahoney in an Italianate style and built in 1877, it was the largest house in Auckland at that time. Now it provides a unique contrast to typical, ultra-modern gallery spaces. Complete with a café offering classics from sweet and savoury crumpets to shared platters, it’s a destination in itself and, if you ask us, one that’s not to be missed. Pah Homestead, 72…

Beauty look Replicate our model’s natural glow with shimmering hair mist and premium products.…

INTERIORS AMERICAN STANDARD robertson.co.nz ARTEDOMUS artedomus.co.nz ARTISAN COLLECTIVE artisancollective.co.nz ASPIRING WALLS aspiringwalls.co.nz BACKHOUSE backhousenz.com BOCONCEPT boconcept.com BOWERBANK NINOW bowerbankninow.com CARPET COURT carpetcourt.co.nz CAVIT & CO cavitco.com CHARLES PARSONS charlesparsons.com CITTÀ cittadesign.com CORSO DE’ FIORI corso.co.nz CRANFIELDS cranfields.co.nz CULT DESIGN cultdesign.co.nz DAVID TRUBRIDGE davidtrubridge.com DAWSON & CO dawsonandco.nz DESIGN 55 design-55.myshopify.com DESIGN WAREHOUSE designwarehouse.co.nz DINOSAUR DESIGNS dinosaurdesigns.com DOMO domo.com DOUGLAS AND BEC douglasandbec.com ECC ecc.co.nz EVOLUTION OF SURFACES evolutionofsurfaces.com FATHER RABBIT fatherrabbit.com FORENO foreno.co.nz FORMA forma.co.nz FREEDOM FURNITURE freedomfurniture.co.nz FRENCH COUNTRY COLLECTIONS frenchcountry.co.nz GHIDINI 1961 ghidini1961.com GOW LANGSFORD GALLERY gowlangsfordgallery.co.nz HOME INDUSTRY homeindustry.co.nz ICON TEXTILES icontextiles.co.nz INSINKERATOR parex.co.nz JAMES DUNLOP TEXILES jamesdunloptextiles.com KATE SPADE nz.amara.com LEOPOLD HALL leopoldhall.co.nz LIBERTY LONDON nz.amara.com LUKEKE DESIGN lukekedesign.com MATISSE matisse.co.nz MAY TIME maytime.co.nz ME AND MY TREND meandmytrend.com MICO mico.co.nz MILLY’S millyskitchen.co.nz MISS LOLO misslolo.co.nz…

Give me the bird The endangered New Zealand kokako has been captured forever in full flight by glass art studio Lukeke Design. lukekedesign.com New horizons One of Auckland’s most frequented shopping precincts, Newmarket’s 277, is having a makeover – to the tune of a $790 million redevelopment. The new site will offer a much-anticipated David Jones store along with more than 200 other new shops. Its new features include a concierge to deliver your shopping bags direct to your car, 30 restaurants and bars on a rooftop dining zone and over 2000 car parking spaces. It will be two years until the shiny new doors open, but we have a feeling it will be worth the wait. westfield.co.nz/newmarket Take a seat. Dreamed-up by Italian architect Piero Lissoni for Kartell, this…

Warm finishes or textures soften elongated and linear shapes.…

Renovating an iconic English-style manor into a luxe mansion with an international feel is no easy feat, but for Paula Herbert it’s par for the course. With an eye honed by years of interior-design experience, the former Mrs New Zealand is a savvy stylist who is unashamedly true to herself when it comes to creating her home. Monochromatic is her favourite theme and while this is more often associated with contemporary abodes, the finesse with which Paula has applied it to this grand old dame, in Auckland’s Remuera, shows how modern and classic styles can combine. Designed in the early 1900s by Roy Binney, who studied architecture with famed English architect Edwin Lutyens, the house was commissioned by prominent businesswoman Amy Hellaby and has since passed through the hands of…

A pared-back decorating scheme is broken up with touches of colour and whimsy, such as an ornate chandelier, an industrial light and a washed-out Persian-style rug. MOOD LIGHTING A floor lamp can provide task lighting or set the mood for a gathering.…

kind souls IN PRAISE OF FASHION Some of New Zealand fashion’s biggest names are being recognised on a wider stage. World co-founder Denise L’Estrange-Corbet has been made Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, while Margarita Robinson of Dunedin’s Nom*D has been named an Officer of the Order. Meanwhile, Annah Stretton was one of 10 finalists for New Zealander of the Year. Swish sneaker brand Deuce has raised over $1 million for young Kiwis with its Young Hearts Project. For every pair of footwear sold, $5 goes to Project partners Youthline, the Graeme Dingle Foundation and Great Potentials. Check out Deuce’s fabulous new range at Merchant 1948 stores. merchant1948.co.nz Modern goddess Meadowlark’s latest collection, Venus, is a nod to Renaissance master Botticelli’s The Birth of Venus, but there’s…

WE LOVE … florals! Whether girly or graphic, they’re a great way to get in touch with your feminine side. WARDROBE 101 Make flowers the focus by turning down the volume on the rest of your outfit, sticking to neutrals or a block colour that appears in your print.…

Lorraine Downes is standing still as the make-up artist gives her golden-girl hair a final brush and the stylist smooths her pearlescent blouse just so. The photographer calls out direction for the next pose from the other end of the patio, while a TV crew hovers expectantly by the pool’s edge at the hired location. Her style squad stepping back, all eyes and lenses on her, she strides forward, flashing that winning smile. This year is turning out to be a busy one for Downes. She’s launching her memoir, Life, Loss, Love – an honest retelling of her well-publicised personal highs and lows, from being crowned Miss Universe at the age of 19 to the untimely death of her soulmate, Martin Crowe – while in the midst of putting the…

THE FULL SKIRT DRESS Surround yourself in swathes of bronze set against dramatic black for a high glamour look. THE VELVET DRESS Velvet has make a serious comeback, and this luxe rich red evening dress is worthy of a red carpet. THE SEQUIN TEE A playful addition to any wardrobe, this gorgeous embellished scoop neck tee can be dressed up or down. THE CROPPED JEAN An edgier take on the ultimate autumn essential, these jeans look fun and flattering teamed with an oversized knit. THE HEEL These comfortable yet chic heels were made for dancing thanks to a block heel, crossover leather toe strap and pewter finish. THE EMBELLISHED JACKET Beads, sequins, silver and electric blue – this wardrobe addition is wearable while packing plenty of wow factor. THE FRINGE…

ANNA HARVEY (68) RUNS FASHION BOUTIQUE MILOU IN PONSONBY, AUCKLAND. DAUGHTER CLARE VAN DEN BERG (36) IS THE CO-OWNER OF ODETTE’S EATERY & HUGO’S BISTRO, BOTH IN THE CITY’S CBD. ANNA: My skincare routine consists of cleanse, tone and nourish, which I’ve done since I was 15. I cleanse with Pears soap and water, morning and night. I’ll wear a bit of Bio Oil and always apply an eye cream – Clarins is my current favourite. Then I apply Clinique BB Cream. At night, I use Nivea Q10 Night Cream and Clarins Eye Cream. I’ve always been happy with my skin, but six years ago I started noticing some lines; I think this came with the shock of losing my husband. From 15, I’ve always taken a multivitamin and mineral…

2018 ASB Classic Players’ Party. Look left, look right – Auckland backhand enthusiasts celebrated the international line-up of tennis stars at ASB Classic’s launch event. Karaka Million. It’s New Zealand’s richest race, and attendees looked a million dollars to suit the stake at Ellerslie Racecourse, Auckland. Crane Brothers Christchurch Opening. The tailors celebrated the launch of their first South Island store, in a restored heritage site on the Avon River, no less. ghd Gold Styler Launch. Those with the luscious locks flocked to a chapel in Parnell, Auckland, to worship the new Styler. Macbeth Opening Night. It was a midsummer night’s dream as theatregoers enjoyed the opening night of Shakespeare’s Macbeth at the Pop-up Globe, Auckland. Wellington Cup Day. The capital city pulled out all the stops at the Wallaceville…

Making House: Designers at Home by Dominic Bradbury This rare glimpse inside the homes of designers, architects and artists, including Jonathan Adler, lets you into the minds of interior influencers where they feel most at ease to express and experiment with their style. $87, from paperplus.co.nz The Seaside House: Living on the Water by Nick Voulgaris III Experience the beautifully captured interiors, gardens, and patios of glamorous seaside homes, from Giorgio Armani’s Antigua getaway to Donna Karan’s zen East Hampton retreat and Tommy Hilfiger’s pop art-inspired Miami house. $119, superette.co.nz Mies van der Rohe by Taschen A pioneer of modernist architecture, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe favoured a less-is-more approach. This Taschen tome speaks to the minimalist-minded while exploring the hotly debated tastemaker’s 20th-century aesthetics. $30, fourth-st.com…

Cream team This calming tone goes well with other neutrals such as grey and café au lait. Different textures add yet another dimension.…

On the cliff at the edge of one of Auckland’s ancient volcanic craters, the Orakei Basin, a modern concrete house makes a showcase of precious stone, contemporary living and an art collection strongly tied to the land. As you enter the home, a wall of onyx at the entrance looks equally enchanting from both the outside and inside. When the light shines through it in different ways through the day, the stone lights up like golden lava. “The changing colours of the wall make it feel like it’s almost alive,” say the owners. The husband and wife who reside here know the unique prospect of their historic Remuera site, having lived in a previous home on the same spot for 12 years before building this new structure. The couple chose…

Owner Paula Herbert mixes and matches custom-made pieces with designer furniture for a bespoke interior that’s perfectly in proportion to the home’s grand scale.…

“Everyone loves a home-cooked meal,” says Olivia Vincent. “The conversations are great, the vibe is good and everyone feels more comfortable.” As owner of Muse Boutique, with two stylish stores in Auckland’s Newmarket and Ponsonby, Vincent doesn’t have much time to fuss over every detail when she invites guests to come and break bread – and this makes lunch with her even more delightful. Going with her instincts and throwing together in-season ingredients, served on oversized platters, she creates feasts that are full of flavour and her relaxed demeanour ensures the conversation is free to flow. Today, for a long lunch with Simply You, Vincent invited family: fiancé Nick Healy, mother Katrina, sister Milly and grandmother Elizabeth. On the menu are some of her favourite dishes, inspired by her love…

LAYER UP For architectural interest, let long-sleeved tops peep out under your coat and show off your ankle boots with cropped trousers. EASY DOES IT Tie details at the décolletage and waist are surefire ways to soften an all-black ensemble for an elegant yet edgy look. Left: Jacket, $529. Dress coat, $579. Pants, $449. Right: Dress, $495. All by Mild Red. From Donna Tulloch’s Dunedin studio, Mild Red provides sophisticated seasonal updates in New Zealanders’ beloved black. With a background in avant-garde knitwear, Tulloch’s designs make the perfect essentials for the cooler months thanks to their cool, distinctive look and use of technical fabrics. Sculptural layering and textured details are kept front of mind in the autumn/winter 2018 range of soft-to-touch separates and merino outerwear and accessories. The mostly black…

DAY & NIGHT One hero item is all it takes to up the ante for everyday. In the evening, steal the show in a standout dress. JEWEL IN THE CROWN Take an all-black ensemble to the next level with these magnifique magenta boots.…

It takes a certain self-assurance to commit to a favourite style and embrace it like you can’t get enough. With a confidence and maturity that belies their years, Auckland’s Sarah Harris and Lauren Tapper are doing just that, perfecting and reimagining a perennial garment as much to fill their own closets as anyone else’s. Their new label, Harris Tapper, delivers what every stylish woman worth her salt needs: beautifully cut shirts. Catering to our insatiable desire for novelty while crafting a high-end product, the pair are forgoing the traditional model of large seasonal collections in favour of releasing concise edits in the first week of every month. Their approach delivers all the benefits of fast fashion, yet each shirt is ethically produced and built to last. Sarah and Lauren may…

Rhana Devenport Why is art so important to Rhana Devenport, director of Auckland Art Gallery, Toi o Tāmaki? Simply: “Because it is the essence of being human.” From a young age, Devenport was enraptured by art, her inspiration coming from her father, who was an architect, painter and a “truly creative being”. At eight years old, she gave a talk at her primary school in Brisbane, Australia, on Michelangelo’s masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel in Rome. Devenport drew a detailed rendition of the world-famous artwork to show her classmates. This meticulous demonstration was perhaps the first sign of the career path that lay ahead, one that would take her to the top of the Australasian art world. Her résumé includes a senior position at the Asia Pacific…

No matter how great their job, just about everyone would love to take a year out once in their lives – unless you’re Sheryl Sandberg, who’s still doing that whole ‘lean in’ thing. Twelve months away from everyday reality sounds like bliss to nearly every working woman I know. Now imagine you’ve spent the past two-and-a-half decades building a business based entirely on yourself: your ideas, your creativity; your name on the door, the labels and the company bank account. Picture the freedom of throwing all the cards into the air and taking off overseas for an entire year. Delicious! A lot has been said about Sandberg’s 2013 bestseller, Lean In, which calls on women to be more involved, more authoritative and more competitive in the workplace, but there’s a…

Beauty look A bold lip looks striking no matter what your hair colour is, you just need the confidence to try it. Hydrate lips with balm before applying statement lipstick.…

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and often the most important opinion is that of the person in the mirror. So what are the underlying thoughts and attitudes of New Zealand women when it comes to how we look? Simply You undertook a comprehensive survey to find out, and Tamsin Marshall has some of the key results. “I felt most beautiful at 50, on my birthday. I realised I was still as beautiful as when I was young, only I was more secure and sure of myself.” – Survey participant aged 50-64. SKINCARE Sun protection is the number one priority for New Zealand women when looking for beauty products. Experts agree that the best thing you can do for your skin to keep it healthy and youthful is…