Trust us, these are too good to miss!
Over the past year, we’ve covered countless stories that shaped our community, celebrated its victories, and delved into its challenges. If life got in the way and you missed a few of our standout pieces, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. From celebrating local Māori designers to Lucy Slights greatest hits, here’s a rundown of the top 10 stories from the last 12 months that are worth a second look.
The 2024 fashion trends I’m buying into and where to shop them in NZ – By Lucy Slight
Published February 25th 2024
“They may be Tiktok trends but these ones are sure to stand the test of time.
As a rule, I don’t partake in “trends” just for the sake of it or try to fit in with what everyone else is wearing; I never want to feel like an imitation. But this season I’m seeing a few trends pop up that while yes, may be #trending, in reality they are timeless styling ideas having another turn in the spotlight.
So with that being said, here are a few looks taking over my TikTok feed that I will actually buy into for 2024, and beyond. Because thinking with a long term mindset when it comes to purchasing clothing is important, regardless of the current trends.”
Read the full story HERE
6 Māori designers changing Aotearoa’s fashion landscape
Published August 23rd 2023
“Aotearoa is blessed with an abundance of creative talent and our fashion industry is no exception.
Among the talented individuals making their mark in the industry, these six Māori designers are leading the way forward. All have been featured before on FashioNZ, and with NZFW: Kahuria gearing up to shine a light on indigenous design like never before, what better opportunity to showcase their creative excellence together, again.”
Read the full story HERE
The FashioNZ Creators Power List 2023
Published December 4th 2023
“The Vanguards. The Artists. The New-Gen. Meet your Power Listers.
Fashion influencers get a bad rap. But at FashioNZ, we believe the squeaky wheel gets the grease.
And so we present our inaugural FashioNZ Creators Power List, celebrating 30 of the squeakiest wheels in NZ fashion, whose willingness to put their hands up and their necks out invariably greases the track for the whole industry, keeping the content fresh and the conversation moving.”
Read the full story HERE
25 models to watch this New Zealand Fashion Week
Published August 28th 2023
“You saw them here first.
It’s said that when the the dress is bad, people remember the dress. When the dress is good, however, they remember the wearer. With that in mind, we asked five of the best New Zealand modelling agencies to share their top five faces and names to know this NZFW.
If a new season Deadly Ponies handbag or perennial front-row seats aren’t your NZFW flex, then perhaps your encyclopaedic knowledge of Aotearoa’s next generation of models could be.”
Read the full story HERE
Breast Cancer Cure tees are back (and so is this iconic design from the archives)
Published October 4th 2023
“BCC launches its Summer Tees for a Cure campaign featuring familiar faces and fashion faves”
“We wouldn’t normally categorise a T-shirt as an accessory, but if we expand the definition to describe small things that make a big impact, Breast Cancer Cure tees fit the bill.
A small purchase that makes a big difference to the collective, every cent you spend on your BCC tee supports breast cancer research in Aotearoa. On top of funding this vital research, wearing a BCC tee is also a small gesture that can mean so much to those bearing the weight of their individual breast cancer journeys. Over the years, they have connected women and families nationwide, as a symbol of strength, solidarity, and BCC’s relentless fight for a breast cancer cure.”
Read the full story HERE
An open letter to everyone who thinks they’re failing – By Phoebe Watt
Published August 13th 2023
“Editor-in-chief Phoebe Watt reflects on the relaunch of FashioNZ”
“It’s an odd way to celebrate the beginning of something, talking about failure. The truth is though, failure – cataclysmic, soul-destroying, mettle-testing, near insurmountable failure – is intrinsic to this story. Without it, this new era of FashioNZ wouldn’t be upon us, and I would not be writing about it.”
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What shoes are we wearing in 2024? – By Lucy Slight
Published March 11th 2024
“How your footwear faves of 2023 have evolved to take on a new year”
“Footwear is hands down the most polarising accessory of any season. Take the mesh ballet flat for example. Right now, caged and sheer bejewelled ballerinas are lining shelves everywhere, from high-end designers such as Alaia (which launched the cult mesh ballet flat of 2023) Khaite and Christopher Esber to high street retailers including Zara, Tony Bianco and Decjuba. It’s a shoe that you either love or you hate, and whichever way you lean, you’ll likely die on that hill, at least for a season.”
Read the full story HERE
Op-ed: The Warehouse head buyer on dressing New Zealanders in a cost-of-living crisis
Published December 14th 2023
“Marina De Wet, head buyer at The Warehouse Group, shares her experience in retail, dressing Kiwi families,
and her commitment to everyone having access to great value clothing.
The Red Shed. Te Warewhare. Where everyone gets a bargain. Some of you may even be able to hear our jingle in your head. I can appreciate that we are perhaps a somewhat unlikely fashion destination in New Zealand, but we’ve been helping dress Kiwis for more than 40 years and our apparel range is an important part of The Warehouse offer.”
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Op-ed: The ship hasn’t sailed, doll, but you still missed the boat – By Phoebe Watt
Published September 6th 2023
“FashioNZ editor Phoebe Watt on why unconstructive criticism has no place at New Zealand Fashion Week
I’ve read three post-NZFW op-eds this week. The first and second were from highly respected journalists and fashion week veterans, whose words were nuanced and thoughtful and honest and fair. The third was penned by someone with more dubious credentials, and it felt cynical and ungenerous in a way that, for me, said more about the writer than the event.”
Read the full story HERE
Four autumn/winter 2024 handbag trends to shop now + our high-low picks – By Lucy Slight
Published March 4th 2024
“Special occasion pouches, everyday carry-alls and timeless staples from $59 to $1199
Quiet luxury had its time in 2023 and most of us were very much here for it, with its understated elegance, clean lines and polished aesthetic. However, judging by the accessories worn down the runway across the recent fashion month schedule, it looks like things are getting a bit more chaotic again, which is much more fun, wouldn’t you agree?”
Read the full story HERE