1. Bagging the best
Wellington-based luxury leather brand Yu Mei unveils Edition 04, an exploration of tone and texture. Debuting in the serene new hues Echo and Jade, the collection reimagines familiar silhouettes in South Island Deer Nappa, rich suedes, and soft lambskin – each material offering its own tactile story. True to Yu Mei’s regenerative ethos, every piece is lined in recycled suede and finished with newly re-engineered solid brass hardware. Consider it already added to cart.
2. Charmed, indeed.
Meadowlark, Bodega and Everyday Wine have joined forces for Charmed – a limited-edition collaboration celebrating creativity, community and good taste (literally). At its heart: a bespoke chilled red wine, hand-blended by the trio with notes of Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir and Riesling. Launching alongside Meadowlark’s new Charms collection and the aptly titled Meadowlark Happy Hour at Ponsonby’s Bodega, Charmed is an ode to design, flavour and friendship – best served over conversation and sunshine.
Available via Bodega, Everyday Wine and Meadowlark.
3. Your summer uniform
The Resort season starts here, and REBE makes it look effortless. Sheer shirting, halter-tie tops, and cutaway details sit alongside sleek black tailoring and fluid separates, creating silhouettes that move seamlessly from sunlit days to balmy afternoons. The cult-favourite Antonia Slide returns in a new dark taupe hue, a fresh update to the season’s edit, while denim shorts and elevated basics add a casual counterpoint. Quintessentially REBE, the collection exudes confidence – refined, versatile, and subtly commanding attention without ever trying too hard.
4. Scent of the season
Jo Malone ushers in the festive season with Sandalwood & Spiced Apricot, a scent that captures the magic of merry evenings and golden-hours. Warm notes of sandalwood and vanilla is brightened by cardamom and apricot. Created by perfumer Anne Flipo, it lingers like the last sip of a spiced Christmas cocktail. Available in two sizes, this modern classic is a must-have for gifting or keeping close through the season’s celebrations.
Shop at mecca.com/jo-malone
5. Want a Birkin?
MCoBeauty is serving Big Birkin Energy. The viral luxe-for-less brand is challenging the idea that luxury is only for the lucky few. Its new campaign gives one lucky Kiwi an authentic Hermès Rose Sakura Birkin 25, pre-owned and pristine. Until December 1st, every $20 spent on MCoBeauty products earns an entry, with the winner announced via TikTok LIVE on December 4th.
