The Simply You team reveal their top picks on what to do this Easter and how to look stylish over the long weekend.
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Editor Naomi Larkin.
What I’ll be doing:
“Tora Tora Tora music festival is a real family affair. Whether you go for a short time or stay the duration, you’re guaranteed to have fun and, weather permitting , its coastal location means you can enjoy some end of summer swimming,” says Simply You‘s editor Naomi Larkin.
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What I’ll be wearing: Jane tunic, $299, from Moochi, MerinoLOFT helix vest, $399, from Icebreaker, Edie black & white swimsuit, $199, from Lonely Hearts, Givenchy sunglasses, $545, from Sunglass Bar, Adidas, y-3 wedge sneakers, $620, from Zambesi and Ballistic ring, $2,019, from Karen Walker.
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Fashion editor Louise Hilsz.
What I’ll be doing:
“This new exhibition at MOTAT, The Idea Collective, looks really cool and is a must-see on my to do list,” says fashion editor Louise Hilsz.
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What I’ll be wearing: Zoe Karssen jeans, $399 from Superette, Alpine sweater, $299, from Ruby, Linda Farrow x Markus Lupfer sunglasses, approx $465, from Linda Farrow and MAC Lipstick in Silly, $40, from Smith & Caughey’s.
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Senior designer Anna Savelieva.
What I’ll be doing: “Brick Bay Winery in Warkworth is a perfect day out and a great escape from the city. To me there is nothing better than enjoying a glass of wine in the sun with friends, and the sculpture garden is beautiful,” says senior designer Anna Savelieva.
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What I’ll be wearing:
Acne oversized striped cotton shirt dress, approx $630, from Net-a-porter, Fendi printed leather sneakers, approx $1,228, from Net-a-porter and Miu Miu tortoiseshell sunglasses, $530, from Sunglass Hut.
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Beauty editor Elise Wilson.
What I’ll be doing:
“Simunovich Olive Estate is beautiful. I love the restaurant on the grounds and the food is divine. The location is just 45 minutes south of Auckland, nestled in the slopes of the Bombay Hills and surrounded by an abundance of olive trees. Perfect for a sunny autumn day to relax and socialise,” says beauty editor Elise Wilson.
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What I’ll be wearing:
Joseph pink blazer, approx $1,262, from Net-a-porter, boyfriend jean, $96, from Topshop, Orange mini satchel, $39.99, from Glassons, Monica block heel, $62, from Topshop and Dolce & Gabbana dolce rosa excelsa EDP 50ml, $129, from Farmers.
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Writer and editorial executive Nathalie Owen.
What I’ll be doing:
“Head to Waiheke for the day, it is especially great in the summer. Mudbrick is one of my favourite vineyards and the view is breathtaking,” says writer and editorial executive Nathalie Owen.
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What I’ll be wearing:
Emilio Pucci silk-chiffon dress, approx $3,029, from Net-a-porter, Castañer espadrilles, approx $187, from Net-a-porter, Dior so real sunglasses, $620, from Sunglass Bar, Jennifer Meyer Jewelry 18k gold diamond stick necklace, $1,555, from Shopbop and By Charlotte star bright bracelet, $159, from Superette.