1. It’s in the bag
Get ready, Georgia Jay is opening its Eden Terrace studio doors for its annual sale. Expect archival styles, showroom samples and studio exclusives — each piece handmade locally using premium Italian leather. Founded in 2015 by sisters Georgia and Ruby Davison, the label is known for essential function paired with emotive design, and crafted in-house with real integrity and care. Catch it Saturday July 4th – Sunday July 5th, from 10am–4pm at 191B Symonds Street, Auckland. It’s a rare chance to revisit beloved silhouettes from seasons past.
2. Layer up, look good
Making a case for functional warmth without the bulk, Dominique Healy’s merino rib new arrivals have landed just in time to shoulder the plummeting temperatures. Featuring three reversible top styles each designed for those who appreciate versatility across a number of timeless colours such as black, forest, navy, baby blue and navy. Made in New Zealand using Australian-milled pure Merino yarn, the considered edit captures both essential layering and standalone pieces.
3. Forget the footnotes — this is Fulvia’s story
If you loved Fulvia, the sequel and conclusion to Kaarina Parker’s duology To Rule a Ruler does not disappoint. Equal parts political thriller and feminist reckoning, it follows a wealthy widow turned power broker as she claws her way toward empire alongside Marcus Antonius — outmanoeuvring Cicero, Cleopatra and a young, calculating Octavian along the way. Parker writes ambition and grief with ferocity, and Fulvia is a heroine worth rooting for, flaws and all. A satisfying end to one of historical fiction’s boldest sagas.
4. Add this to your podcast queue
New Zealand Fashion Week is launching its first-ever podcast, This Is A Fashion Show, hosted by Sammy Salsa and released weekly from 2 July to 13 August, each episode unpacks everything from personal style and runway-to-wardrobe dressing to thrifting culture and 25 years of NZFW. A mix of education and entertainment, it’s essential listening for anyone curious about the industry, whether you’re after styling tips or insider access. Catch it on Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you stream your podcasts.
5. Denim, done right
In search of a great pair of denim jeans? Look no further. The Zoey Jean from Flo & Frankie has quietly built a cult following, with over 400 reviews from people who found their perfect fit and never looked back. High-rise, wide-leg, and cut in a wash for every wardrobe, from marine blue to black. Craving something different? The barrel leg silhouette is fast-earning its place in the rotation, especially the Varsity in Chocolate, tapping straight into the season’s most-wanted shade. Shop the full denim edit online and find the jean that finally works for you.
