1. A favourite, reimagined
Yu Mei’s cult-classic Braidy returns — reimagined for modern life in seven tonal colourways using ECONYL® regenerated nylon. Lightweight, water-resistant and endlessly versatile, the UTILITY Braidy blends practical luxury with everyday ease at an accessible $395. Designed to move with women through every role they inhabit — from mother to creative, executive to student — this latest evolution proves why Braidy remains a wardrobe essential.
2. Blow out the candles
Duck Island is turning 10, and they’re serving up scoops of celebration. To mark the milestone, the beloved ice cream makers have unveiled three limited-edition birthday flavours: Chocolate Layer Cake, Princess Cake, and Coconut Pineapple Shag Cake. Each scoop is a tribute to Duck Island’s decade of bold flavour and handcrafted magic And the best part? They’re shouting free birthday scoops on Friday, June 6th for the first 100 people through the door from their Cuba Street, Hamilton East, and Ponsonby locations. With these celebratory flavours available by the scoop or in celebratory pints for a limited time, it’s a delicious reminder that ice cream is always worth celebrating — no matter the season.
3. A thoughtful capsule
Mahsa’s Still Life II is a love letter to enduring style and creative kinship. Following the success of the brand’s exclusive partnership with Fabric last year, this second collaboration with long-time stockists revives even more cult favourite styles. Crafted from archived fabrics and tactile textures, the capsule collection features all of the brand’s most essential pieces – from the romantic Jane Blouse to the timeless Fundamental Pant. With soft stripes, cotton voiles, and delustred satin, each piece feels lived-in yet elevated. Designed for layering, lounging, and everything in between, this collection offers a wardrobe of modern classics.
4. Best foot forward
In a milestone for conscious design, the latest Commonplace Essentials x McKinlays collaboration unveils New Zealand’s first certified Net Carbon Zero leather footwear. Crafted with traceable leather from Tasman Tanning and Silver Fern Farms, the emissions created from production are offset by native plantings on farms that Supply Silver Fern Farms. Rooted in heritage craftsmanship and regenerative practice, this collection sets a new benchmark for sustainable luxury made on home soil.
5. Winter warmers
As temperatures drop, Lorna Jane turns up the heat with its elevated Thermal Collection. Crafted from the brand’s premium LJ Excel™ Nylon blend for a cotton-soft feel, matte finish, and flattering silhouette—the range includes elevated pieces like the sleek zip through jackets, flared leggings and statement puffers. Whether you’re powering through a frosty morning walk or heading from workout to weekend, these are the cold-weather essentials your wardrobe’s been waiting for — backed by over 35 years of trusted innovation and quality.
