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March 2016 christchurch COMPLIMENTARY

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An insight into The life of A ballerina

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Autumn Fashion Trends

Rich, Sultry Burgundy This Seasons Hottest Colour

ChristChurCh rebuildUnderstanding As Is, Where Is Properties

Style JuniorThe BesT Of

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Style is something unique to each of us. Celebrating the diversity life offers within Christchurch a city of constant reinvention, opportunity and vibrancy. Style explores the fabric of our homes, our community and our spirit, both individually and collectively.

5 INSIDE WORD Shop, Feast, Experience

7 SAVE THE DATE

8 GIG GUIDE

15 IN PROFILE Abigail Boyle, Star of the Royal New Zealand Ballet's Speed of Light

17 COVET ME Objects of Desire

18 HOUSE FEATURE Contemporary Hilltop Hideaway in Tai Tapu

24 DESIGN TRENDS

30 LANDSCAPING

33 ARTS

40 FASHION NEWS

41 FASHION Autumn fashion trends

46 WEDDINGS

48 JUNIOR Five Tips for Surviving Holiday Travel

51 WIN WITH STYLE

52 BEAUTY

53 HEALTH Preparing Your Body for Endurance Events

57 TASTE

67 OPINION Facing Up To Sexting

1

2 3

18

Colours of the month

View these colours and more at your local Resene ColorShop.

1. Howlin Wolf 2. Coffee Break 3. Florish

STYLE | contents

CHRISTCHURCH AND CANTERBURYS PREMIER LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

CoVeRBe inspired by the

changing colours of the new season.

Photo: Amazilia Fabric Collection, Frobisher

Interiors.

3

41

17

48

`Style is something unique to each of us. Celebrating the diversity life offers within Christchurch a city of constant reinvention, opportunity and vibrancy. Style explores the fabric of our homes, our community and our spirit, both individually and collectively.

5 INSIDE WORD Shop, Feast, Experience

7 SAVE THE DATE

8 GIG GUIDE

15 IN PROFILE Abigail Boyle, Star of the Royal New Zealand Ballet's Speed of Light

17 COVET ME Objects of Desire

18 HOUSE FEATURE Contemporary Hilltop Hideaway in Tai Tapu

24 DESIGN TRENDS

30 LANDSCAPING

33 ARTS

40 FASHION NEWS

41 FASHION Autumn fashion trends

46 WEDDINGS

48 JUNIOR Five Tips for Surviving Holiday Travel

51 WIN WITH STYLE

52 BEAUTY

53 HEALTH Preparing Your Body for Endurance Events

57 TASTE

67 OPINION Facing Up To Sexting

1

2 3

18

Colours of the month

View these colours and more at your local Resene ColorShop.

1. Howlin Wolf 2. Coffee Break 3. Florish

STYLE | contents

CHRISTCHURCH AND CANTERBURYS PREMIER LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

CoVeRBe inspired by the

changing colours of the new season.

Photo: Amazilia Fabric Collection, Frobisher

Interiors.

3

41

17

48

march 2016

Style explores the best of Christchurch, giving readers the opportunity to develop and celebrate their individual style in life, home and fashion. A monthly publication, Style is presented on high grade gloss stock with a hard cover. Delivered flow wrapped to top real estate value homes around Christchurch, it targets readers with a high disposable income. Designed to inspire, Style has a lengthy shelf life that offers excellent value for your advertising choice.

Star Media is not responsible for any actions taken on the information in these articles. The information and views expressed in this publication are not necessarily the opinion of Star Media or its editorial contributors. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information within this magazine, however Star Media can accept no liability for the accuracy of all the information.

mULTI aWarD-WINNING PUBLIShING cOmPaNY

There is something so inviting about the warmth and colours of autumn. In this issue we look at fashion and interior trends that embrace the season with rich, deep colours such as navy, burgundy, mustard, and deep greens and textured fabrics that offer an ultra-lush look. Be inspired by Covet Me (pg. 17) and the fashion editorial (pg. 41) that was photographed at Riccarton House as the first of the autumnal leaves began to fall.

As our city prepares for the cooler weather we also take a look at more serious matters in our rebuild section (pg. 34). This months focus is on As is, where is properties, and we outline what you need to know before selling or buying.

I also had the opportunity to speak

with the beautiful Abigail Boyle (pg. 14). As prima ballerina in the Royal New Zealand Ballet Company, her stellar career is as impressive as the work that goes on behind the scenes.

Looking ahead to Easter weekend at the end of the month, we provide some advice for travelling families in the new Style Junior section. You will love our showcase of childrens fashion straight from the catwalks of Europe (pg. 48).

Ross Kiddie takes the new matt-look Peugeot 208 for a spin (pg. 64) and with weddings on many peoples minds, we offer advice and top trends for the big day, too (pg. 64).

Enjoy the latest Style,Victoria TaitSTYLE EDITOr

PUBLISHER charlotte Smulders Star media 12 Venture Place, Middleton Christchurch 8024 379 7100

GROUP EDITOR Kate Preece [email protected]

EDITOR Victoria Tait [email protected]

DESIGN Emma O'Sullivan

ADVERTISING Juliet Dickson Area manager/Co-ordinator 364 7409 / 021 688 159 [email protected]

Viv montgomerie Account executive 364 7494 / 021 914 428 [email protected]

Kerry Smith Account executive 962 0743 / 027 654 5367 [email protected]

azrik Bowater Associate producer StyleTV 364 7473 / 021 772 251 [email protected]

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STYLE | inside word 5

Dubba Dubba A new Moroccan restaurant has opened on Waimairi Road in the Bush Inn Centre. The menu is bursting with flavour and freshness. Our favourite is the kids' small tortilla, which is segmented into little compartments so that they can make their own. Open 7 days, 10.30am late

RoDD & Gunn Adding to the fashion diversity of Merivale, Rodd & Gunn has opened at 231 Papanui Road. We are in love with the new season's stock, especially the dark-brown leather lace-up sneakers.

SculptuRe GaRDen In Tai Tapu lies a curated scultpure garden that is also a native regeneration project. From March 5th the garden is open to the public for the Annual Autumn Exhibition. Works by Ben Foster, Llew Summers, Graham Bennett and many more acclaimed New Zealand sculptors are on show. The exhibition is held over the first three weekends in March, visit the website for more information. > www.taitapusculpturegarden.co.nz

march 2016

Style explores the best of Christchurch, giving readers the opportunity to develop and celebrate their individual style in life, home and fashion. A monthly publication, Style is presented on high grade gloss stock with a hard cover. Delivered flow wrapped to top real estate value homes around Christchurch, it targets readers with a high disposable income. Designed to inspire, Style has a lengthy shelf life that offers excellent value for your advertising choice.

Star Media is not responsible for any actions taken on the information in these articles. The information and views expressed in this publication are not necessarily the opinion of Star Media or its editorial contributors. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information within this magazine, however Star Media can accept no liability for the accuracy of all the information.

mULTI aWarD-WINNING PUBLIShING cOmPaNY

There is something so inviting about the warmth and colours of autumn. In this issue we look at fashion and interior trends that embrace the season with rich, deep colours such as navy, burgundy, mustard, and deep greens and textured fabrics that offer an ultra-lush look. Be inspired by Covet Me (pg. 17) and the fashion editorial (pg. 41) that was photographed at Riccarton House as the first of the autumnal leaves began to fall.

As our city prepares for the cooler weather we also take a look at more serious matters in our rebuild section (pg. 34). This months focus is on As is, where is properties, and we outline what you need to know before selling or buying.

I also had the opportunity to speak

with the beautiful Abigail Boyle (pg. 14). As prima ballerina in the Royal New Zealand Ballet Company, her stellar career is as impressive as the work that goes on behind the scenes.

Looking ahead to Easter weekend at the end of the month, we provide some advice for travelling families in the new Style Junior section. You will love our showcase of childrens fashion straight from the catwalks of Europe (pg. 48).

Ross Kiddie takes the new matt-look Peugeot 208 for a spin (pg. 64) and with weddings on many peoples minds, we offer advice and top trends for the big day, too (pg. 64).

Enjoy the latest Style,Victoria TaitSTYLE EDITOr

PUBLISHER charlotte Smulders Star media 12 Venture Place, Middleton Christchurch 8024 379 7100

GROUP EDITOR Kate Preece [email protected]

EDITOR Victoria Tait [email protected]

DESIGN Emma O'Sullivan

ADVERTISING Juliet Dickson Area manager/Co-ordinator 364 7409 / 021 688 159 [email protected]

Viv montgomerie Account executive 364 7494 / 021 914 428 [email protected]

Kerry Smith Account executive 962 0743 / 027 654 5367 [email protected]

azrik Bowater Associate producer StyleTV 364 7473 / 021 772 251 [email protected]

Lux EsprEsso Looking for a new coffee hang out?

Lux Espresso has opened on the ground floor of COCA.

Enjoy a weekend outing browsing the latest art exhibition and catching

up for a coffee with friends.

6 Style | inside word

WHET Drinking room Located on Cambridge Terrace, right in what is becoming the central city business hub, is the WHET Drinking Room. With a very impressive drinks menu, including over 50 different types of beers and 40 gins and whiskies, the choice is endless.

THE CoTTon CLub Taking its name from the New York club, Christchurch's Cotten Club is a night and dance club situated at 32 Allen Street. With a number of events held every night of the week, you can be assured of being entertained.

save the datemarch | 2016

2 PechaKucha Night Public Talk and Tour Set amongst the Spectrum Street art Festival, take the opportunity to meet some of christchurch's most interesting and creative people. Ymca, www.pechakucha-chch.org

5 christchurch holi iNdiaN Festival oF colours christchurch holi is back, bringing life, colour and music to the central city. The commons, christchurch

10-12 sPeed oF light three BrilliaNt daNceworKs a contemporary classic that will showcase the energy, precision of New Zealands national ballet company. Isaac Theatre royal rnzb.org.nz

11 outdoor ciNema Showing, Frozen and Heavenly Creatures. The arts centre of christchurch

STYLE | save the date 7

14 -18 dawN FreNch - 30 millioN miNutes Dawn French has written a new show, based on her life and career, delivered as mixture of monologue and play. Isaac Theatre royal

20 the star city2surF celebrate more then 40 years on the run! Pioneer Leisure centre www.city2surf.co.nz

31 wiNe maKers BliNd taste diNNer Treat yourself to an exquisite five-course dinner matched with wines from Giesen Estate and hosted by wine maker Theo Giesen. Tickets $80pp available from chchcasino.co.nz or The Grand caf.

email your eveNts to Juliet dicKsoN at [email protected]

ChristChurCh holi indian Festival oF

Colours march 5

the star City2surF

march 20

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Enjoy an end of Summer treat with our decadent High Tea!

Lux EsprEsso Looking for a new coffee hang out?

Lux Espresso has opened on the ground floor of COCA.

Enjoy a weekend outing browsing the latest art exhibition and catching

up for a coffee with friends.

6 Style | inside word

WHET Drinking room Located on Cambridge Terrace, right in what is becoming the central city business hub, is the WHET Drinking Room. With a very impressive drinks menu, including over 50 different types of beers and 40 gins and whiskies, the choice is endless.

THE CoTTon CLub Taking its name from the New York club, Christchurch's Cotten Club is a night and dance club situated at 32 Allen Street. With a number of events held every night of the week, you can be assured of being entertained.

save the datemarch | 2016

2 PechaKucha Night Public Talk and Tour Set amongst the Spectrum Street art Festival, take the opportunity to meet some of christchurch's most interesting and creative people. Ymca, www.pechakucha-chch.org

5 christchurch holi iNdiaN Festival oF colours christchurch holi is back, bringing life, colour and music to the central city. The commons, christchurch

10-12 sPeed oF light three BrilliaNt daNceworKs a contemporary classic that will showcase the energy, precision of New Zealands national ballet company. Isaac Theatre royal rnzb.org.nz

11 outdoor ciNema Showing, Frozen and Heavenly Creatures. The arts centre of christchurch

STYLE | save the date 7

14 -18 dawN FreNch - 30 millioN miNutes Dawn French has written a new show, based on her life and career, delivered as mixture of monologue and play. Isaac Theatre royal

20 the star city2surF celebrate more then 40 years on the run! Pioneer Leisure centre www.city2surf.co.nz

31 wiNe maKers BliNd taste diNNer Treat yourself to an exquisite five-course dinner matched with wines from Giesen Estate and hosted by wine maker Theo Giesen. Tickets $80pp available from chchcasino.co.nz or The Grand caf.

email your eveNts to Juliet dicKsoN at [email protected]

ChristChurCh holi indian Festival oF

Colours march 5

the star City2surF

march 20

SUN 20 CONT...

MON 21

TUE 22

WED 23

THUR 24 EASTER THURSDAY

FRI 25 GOOD FRIDAY

SAT 26 EASTER SATURDAY

SUN 27 EASTER SATURDAY

MON 28 EASTER MONDAY

TUE 29

WED 30

THUR 31

Nyree, 5.30pmChristchurch Casino

Judah Band & guests, 4pmMorrell & Co

Nick Lee, 6pmCarlton

Bobby Lee & guest, 6pmCarlton

Vintage Blue, 6pmBaretta

Assembly Required, 8.30pmCarlton

Antony Pickard, 7pmBaretta

Elevators, 9pmCarlton

Sly Manhattan, 6pmBubbleman duo, 9.15pmChristchurch Casino

Davey Backyard, 6.30pmThe Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

The Wall feat.Emerson & friends, 10pmWinnie Bagoes, City

Nick Lee, 4pmEmily Cherie duo, 7.30pmDJ Vlad, 10.30pmBaretta

Sabor, 6.30pmAntony PIckard, 10pmThe Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

Em's Dub, 7pm;DJ Double Feature feat.DJs Mike Field & Thaddeus, 10.30pmBaretta

Page 28, 7pmSmooth Talk, 10.15pmChristchurch Casino

DJ Paul McKessar, 11.30pmMashina Lounge, Chch Casino

Nick Lee, 6.30pmDJ Matt, 10pmThe Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

Matt Hall, 1pmBaretta

Stevie D, 7pmBlackie, 10.15pmChristchurch Casino

Valero, 5.30pmChristchurch Casino

Matt Hall, 6pmCarlton

Emily Cherie, 6pmBaretta



Headrush, 9pmCarlton

Brendan Gregg, 6.30pmThe Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

The Wall feat. Jackal, 10pmWinnie Bagoes, City

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02, 09,

16, 23, 30

Carlton | 1 Papanui Road

Phone 03 355 9543

www.carltonbar.co.nz

Baretta Bar & Restaurant

174 St Asaph Street

Phone 03 260 2600

www.baretta.co.nz

RYAN FERRIS

13

cnr Madras & Allen St

Ph 03 366 6315

www.winniebagoesco.nz

THE WALL

10, 17,

24, 31

FRI

SAT 05

SUN 06

MON 07

TUE 08

WED 09

THU 10

04Ryan Ferris duo, 4pm;

Corner Sounds duo, 7.30pm;

DJ Masta K, 10.30pm

Baretta

Flat City Brotherhood, 10pm

Carlton

Dan Veitch, 8.30pm

Casa Publica

Lissell, 7pm

Page 28, 10.15pm

Christchurch Casino

DJ Maestro B, 10.30pm

Mashina Lounge, Chch Casino

D'Sendantz duo, 9pm

Morrell & Co

Nick Lee, 6.30pm

Antony Pickard, 10pm

The Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

Reckless duo, 9pm

Trevinos

Topia, 10pm

Winnie Bagoes, City

Nick Lee, 7pm;

DJ Double Feature feat.

DJs Vlad & D W/lxtz, 10.30pm

Baretta

Elevators, 10.30pm

Carlton

Swtich, 8.30pm

Casa Publica

Sly Manhattan, 7pm

Too Chic, 10.15pm

Christchurch Casino

DJ Paul McKessar, 10.30pm


Andy Page, 9pm

Morrell & Co

Sabor, 6.30pm

DJ Renan, 9.30pm


Kate Anasatasiou, 1pm

Baretta

SansTribe, 5pm

Carlton

Matt Hall, 3pm

Casa Publica

Stephen James, 5.30pm

Christchurch Casino

Marcel, 6pm

Carlton

Nick Lee & guest, 6pm

Carlton

Vintage Blue, 6pm

Baretta

Assembly Required, 8.30pm

Carlton

Antony Pickard, 7pm

Baretta

Elevators, 9pm

Carlton

GIG GUIDE MarchBigRig, 7.30pm

Casa Publica

Davey Backyard, 6.30pm


The Wall feat. ETC! ETC!, 10pm

Winnie Bagoes, City

Nick Lee, 4pm

Emily Cherie duo, 7.30pm

DJ Thaddeus, 10.30pm

Baretta

D'Sendantz, 10pm

Carlton

Soul Provider, 8.30pm

Casa Publica

Stevie D, 7pm

Too Chic, 10.15pm

Christchurch Casino

DJ NFX, 10.30pm


Topia, 7pm

Morrell & Co

Caleb Isaac, 6.30pm



X-Files duo, 9pm

Trevinos

Tu & co plus KillaManRaro, 10pm

Winnie Bagoes, City

Live music, 7pm;


DJs Vlad & Lachie,10.30pm

Baretta

Cropduster, 10.30pm

Carlton

Isaac Aesili, 8.30pm

Casa Publica

Rockabella, 7pm

Easy Come Easy Go, 10.15pm

Christchurch Casino

DJ Paul McKessar, 9pm

DJ Justin Sane


Chris Ward, 8pm

Morrell & Co

Nick Lee, 6.30pm

DJ Matt, 9.30pm


Bassfreaks present

Commix & Asides, 10pm

Winnie Bagoes, City

SansTribe, 4pm

Carlton

Matt Hall, 3pm

Casa Publica

Eddie Simon, 5.30pm

Christchurch Casino

Midge McCleary, 6pm

Carlton

Marcel & guest, 6pm

Carlton

THU 10 CONT...

FRI 11

SAT 12

SUN 13

MON 14

TUE 15

Ryan Ferris, 1pm

Baretta

WED 16

THUR 17

FRI 18

SAT 19

SUN 20

Emily Cherie, 6pm

Baretta

Assembly Required, 8.30pm

Carlton

Antony Pickard, 7pm

Baretta

St Patrick's Day with

Oddly Stoutfellows &

Assembly Required, 9pm

Carlton

Nacoa, 7.30pm

Casa Publica

Live music, 6.30pm


The Wall feat. Brockbeat, 10pm

Winnie Bagoes, City

Caleb Isaacs duo, 4pm;

Lee O'Connell duo, 7.30pm;

DJ D w/lxtz, 10.30pm

Baretta

Ctrl-Alt-Rock, 10pm

Carlton

Soul Provider, 8.30pm

Casa Publica

Southfield, 7pm

Acoustic Solution, 10.15pm

Christchurch Casino

DJ Paul McKessar, 11.30pm


D'Sendantz duo, 7pm

Morrell & Co

Nick Lee, 6.30pm



Carpe Diem, 9pm

Trevinos

Best Mates Dan Veitch, 10pm

Winnie Bagoes, City

Ryan Ferris duo, 7pm;


DJs Otis Swag & Renan, 10.30pm

Baretta

Flat City Brotherhood, 10.30pm

Carlton

Ash-S, 8.30pm

Casa Publica

Natalie Elms, 7pm

Blackie, 10.15pm

Christchurch Casino

DJ Masta K, 10.30pm


Chris Ward, 9pm

Morrell & Co

Matt Hall, 6.30pm

DJ Matt, 9.30pm


BigRig, 10pm

Winnie Bagoes, City

Matt Hall, 1pm

Baretta

SansTribe, 4pm

Carlton

Matt Hall, 3pm

Casa Publica

JUDAH BAND

20

280 Lincoln Rd

Ph 03 423 1440

www.morrellandco.co.nz

MATT HALL

06, 13, 20

167/180 Armagh St

Ph 03 366 1389

www.casapublica.co.nz

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STYLE | inside word 9

Cloud 9 Float Club Are you feeling stressed or in need of deep relaxation? Sometimes our minds and bodies need to escape the manic world in which we live. Although massage therapy, yoga and holidays can be the answer, we often need to go a little deeper. Cloud 9 Float Club is opening in Christchurch in March and might be the answer to your mental and physical woes. Allow your mind and body to surrender to total relaxation as you bathe inside one of their large pods designed to restrict any light and sound. Allow your body and mind to relax like never before.

> For more information, visit www.cloud9floatclub.co.nz

SUN 20 CONT...

MON 21

TUE 22

WED 23

THUR 24 EASTER THURSDAY

FRI 25 GOOD FRIDAY

SAT 26 EASTER SATURDAY

SUN 27 EASTER SATURDAY

MON 28 EASTER MONDAY

TUE 29

WED 30

THUR 31

Nyree, 5.30pmChristchurch Casino

Judah Band & guests, 4pmMorrell & Co

Nick Lee, 6pmCarlton

Bobby Lee & guest, 6pmCarlton

Vintage Blue, 6pmBaretta



Elevators, 9pmCarlton

Sly Manhattan, 6pmBubbleman duo, 9.15pmChristchurch Casino

Davey Backyard, 6.30pmThe Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

The Wall feat.Emerson & friends, 10pmWinnie Bagoes, City

Nick Lee, 4pmEmily Cherie duo, 7.30pmDJ Vlad, 10.30pmBaretta

Sabor, 6.30pmAntony PIckard, 10pmThe Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

Em's Dub, 7pm;DJ Double Feature feat.DJs Mike Field & Thaddeus, 10.30pmBaretta

Page 28, 7pmSmooth Talk, 10.15pmChristchurch Casino

DJ Paul McKessar, 11.30pmMashina Lounge, Chch Casino

Nick Lee, 6.30pmDJ Matt, 10pmThe Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

Matt Hall, 1pmBaretta

Stevie D, 7pmBlackie, 10.15pmChristchurch Casino

Valero, 5.30pmChristchurch Casino

Matt Hall, 6pmCarlton

Emily Cherie, 6pmBaretta



Headrush, 9pmCarlton

Brendan Gregg, 6.30pmThe Cuban, 236 St Asaph St

The Wall feat. Jackal, 10pmWinnie Bagoes, City

ASSEMBLY REQUIRED

02, 09,

16, 23, 30

Carlton | 1 Papanui Road

Phone 03 355 9543

www.carltonbar.co.nz

Baretta Bar & Restaurant

174 St Asaph Street

Phone 03 260 2600

www.baretta.co.nz

RYAN FERRIS

13

cnr Madras & Allen St

Ph 03 366 6315

www.winniebagoesco.nz

THE WALL

10, 17,

24, 31

CTV Freeview HD 40 | www.style.kiwi | Facebook | Instagram

The magazine meets the screen. StyleTV airs on CTV every weekday at 10am, midday and 7.30pm, with host Andrea Allen bringing the magazine

to life, meeting vibrant people and covering all the best events.

4 & 17 MarCh motoring Andrew Bain talks about style on four wheels.

4 & 18 MarCh masterchef Runnerup Masterchef Leo Fernandez shares his foodie fabulousness with us.

7 MarCh eb & sparrow The dreamy, creamy vocals and soul of Wellington-based Eb & Sparrow envelop the studio.

8 MarCh rock on Some of the rock of ages cast rock Andrea's world before their season begins at The Arts Centre (from March 9). Forget showgirls and jazz hands, rock of ages is a hilarious, edgy, fun-to-the-max theatre experience.

9 MarCh Well-being guru Dr John Hellemans gives us an inspirational and motivational pep talk.

15 & 29 MarCh fitness in five John Verd takes Andrea Allen through her paces.

21 MarCh makeup in a minute A quick-fire lesson on contouring, with the Kristen Stewart School of Makeup.

FroM 21 MarCh iD fashion week Andrea goes behind the scenes to share the dresses and dramas of Dunedin's ID Fashion Week.

RegulARs:MondAys the heLp couch Sex and relationship therapists Dennis Mills and Helen Mounsey focus on common life challenges.

TuesdAys the insiDe worD style editor Victoria Tait checks in with a city-scene and style update.

WednesdAys sociaL scene Social editor Gilbert Wealleans shares his latest snaps from Canterbury's hottest events.

ThuRsdAys gig guiDe Gig Queen Jo Fuller knows where to find the best music every night of the week.

Missed an episode? On demand at

www.style.kiwi

10 Style | styletv

It is funny how a silent auction can be so jolly noisy sometimes, but that is exactly how it was when Oarsome OFare happened once again. The luxury items up for bidding were quiet enough but as guests filed in to the marquee, the conversation rose. Soon the sound of friends meeting friends, with joking and laughter thrown in became a loud and happy babble, which carried the evening along perfectly. There was much to be happy about as bids were placed and the funds for the various rowing teams grew mightily. Smartly turned out pupils proffered trays of goodies which blessed the tastebuds but cursed the waistline! Always a great party and with the help of miraculous weather, McKenzie & Willis pulled off one of the best yet

No one wanted to leave!

Oarsome OFare

Harrison Joseph, Genevieve and Justin BoyleJarred and Sarah Clarke Michelle Bayliss, Nicola Batchelor

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CTV Freeview HD 40 | www.style.kiwi | Facebook | Instagram

The magazine meets the screen. StyleTV airs on CTV every weekday at 10am, midday and 7.30pm, with host Andrea Allen bringing the magazine

to life, meeting vibrant people and covering all the best events.

4 & 17 MarCh motoring Andrew Bain talks about style on four wheels.

4 & 18 MarCh masterchef Runnerup Masterchef Leo Fernandez shares his foodie fabulousness with us.

7 MarCh eb & sparrow The dreamy, creamy vocals and soul of Wellington-based Eb & Sparrow envelop the studio.

8 MarCh rock on Some of the rock of ages cast rock Andrea's world before their season begins at The Arts Centre (from March 9). Forget showgirls and jazz hands, rock of ages is a hilarious, edgy, fun-to-the-max theatre experience.

9 MarCh Well-being guru Dr John Hellemans gives us an inspirational and motivational pep talk.

15 & 29 MarCh fitness in five John Verd takes Andrea Allen through her paces.

21 MarCh makeup in a minute A quick-fire lesson on contouring, with the Kristen Stewart School of Makeup.

FroM 21 MarCh iD fashion week Andrea goes behind the scenes to share the dresses and dramas of Dunedin's ID Fashion Week.

RegulARs:MondAys the heLp couch Sex and relationship therapists Dennis Mills and Helen Mounsey focus on common life challenges.

TuesdAys the insiDe worD style editor Victoria Tait checks in with a city-scene and style update.

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Abigail Boyle, a dancer with the Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB), has received recognitions for both her classical and contemporary roles and is at the top of her game. Speaking with Victoria Tait, Abigail provides an insight into the world of a ballerina.

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Its almost every little girls dream to become a ballerina, however, the reality is long days of intense physical and mental exhaustion. With the intensity of each role it is not hard to admire Abigail Boyles determination to perfect every role she assumes. Initially training in Christchurch at the since-closed International Ballet Academy, Abigail joined the RNZB in 2005. Her principal roles have included Didy Veldmans Carmen, Odette/Odile in Swan Lake, Aurora, and George Balanchines Who Cares? She has toured with the RNZB to China, USA, UK and Italy, and in 2013, she featured on the reality television show The Secret Lives of Dancers.

Could you describe a typical day in the studio, when preparing for a performance such as Speed of Light? Class starts at 9.30am after a personal warm-up. Class is an hour and a half long and its a chance for us to warm-up get our bodies and minds ready for the days rehearsal. At 11am we rehearse the upcoming show in this case, its an amazing show called Speed of Light Im in all three of the dance works so its a full and busy day. We have one hour for lunch break and then continue working until 6pm. I usually ice my lower legs and stretch at the end of the day and sew a new

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a lot of confidence and enthusiasm so I was focusing on that rather than my nerves. I thoroughly enjoyed every performance and would love to revisit it before I retire.

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Abigail Boyle, a dancer with the Royal New Zealand Ballet (RNZB), has received recognitions for both her classical and contemporary roles and is at the top of her game. Speaking with Victoria Tait, Abigail provides an insight into the world of a ballerina.

Style | in profile 15

Its almost every little girls dream to become a ballerina, however, the reality is long days of intense physical and mental exhaustion. With the intensity of each role it is not hard to admire Abigail Boyles determination to perfect every role she assumes. Initially training in Christchurch at the since-closed International Ballet Academy, Abigail joined the RNZB in 2005. Her principal roles have included Didy Veldmans Carmen, Odette/Odile in Swan Lake, Aurora, and George Balanchines Who Cares? She has toured with the RNZB to China, USA, UK and Italy, and in 2013, she featured on the reality television show The Secret Lives of Dancers.

Could you describe a typical day in the studio, when preparing for a performance such as Speed of Light? Class starts at 9.30am after a personal warm-up. Class is an hour and a half long and its a chance for us to warm-up get our bodies and minds ready for the days rehearsal. At 11am we rehearse the upcoming show in this case, its an amazing show called Speed of Light Im in all three of the dance works so its a full and busy day. We have one hour for lunch break and then continue working until 6pm. I usually ice my lower legs and stretch at the end of the day and sew a new

pair of shoes to prepare for the next day. Most weeks we work Monday through and including Saturday.

What was the first solo role you performed? Can you tell us you how felt during this performance? I was given solo roles in my first year working for the Royal New Zealand Ballet, but my first title role was Carmen in 2010. I knew I suited the role and the contemporary choreography sat well on my body. Its a role that needed

a lot of confidence and enthusiasm so I was focusing on that rather than my nerves. I thoroughly enjoyed every performance and would love to revisit it before I retire.

With having danced major roles in both contemporary and classical ballet, can you describe the major differences? And, do you have a preference?I find classical ballet takes more out of you in a shorter amount of time than contemporary. Contemporary is more extreme on the

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body, but it can be more forgiving in the sense you can adapt slightly. Classical is strict in making perfect positions and you feel fatigue more quickly. Personally, I have more long-term injuries during a classical season than during a contemporary one. I cant pick a favourite as I see equal beauty in both.

What advice would you give to your younger self or someone embarking on a career in dance? Youve gotta love it. If you dont you wont want to live and work in the studio, therefore you wont improve. I have always stood by the quote: The will to win is never as important as the will to prepare to win.

What can people expect from Speed of Light? Speed of Light is a such an exciting programme. For audiences to be able to see these three internationally acclaimed works by some of the worlds leading choreographers all in one night is amazing. In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated is iconic and has been danced by some of the worlds best ballerinas Im honoured to be dancing in their footsteps. Selon Desir is fast and powerful set to the most moving music by Bach the RNZB first performed this work during our international tour to the UK and Italy at the end of the year, so its great to be performing it for NZ audiences now. Cacti is so much fun, its really witty with split-second timing and its such an entertaining work with the bonus of having the New Zealand String Quarter performing on stage with us. All I can say to Cantabrians is dont miss Speed of Light; its a world-class show.

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What advice would you give to your younger self or someone embarking on a career in dance? Youve gotta love it. If you dont you wont want to live and work in the studio, therefore you wont improve. I have always stood by the quote: The will to win is never as important as the will to prepare to win.

What can people expect from Speed of Light? Speed of Light is a such an exciting programme. For audiences to be able to see these three internationally acclaimed works by some of the worlds leading choreographers all in one night is amazing. In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated is iconic and has been danced by some of the worlds best ballerinas Im honoured to be dancing in their footsteps. Selon Desir is fast and powerful set to the most moving music by Bach the RNZB first performed this work during our international tour to the UK and Italy at the end of the year, so its great to be performing it for NZ audiences now. Cacti is so much fun, its really witty with split-second timing and its such an entertaining work with the bonus of having the New Zealand String Quarter performing on stage with us. All I can say to Cantabrians is dont miss Speed of Light; its a world-class show.

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Concentrate on a focal point. If you have a fire place, this is a fantastic feature to focus on in winter. Highlight the hearth by placing dcor items around the fireplace, these could be a cluster of candles or a big feature mirror above the hearth. Re-configure your furniture by placing your occasional chairs in front of the fire

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Texture is key when styling your interior. Faux throws and wool textures are great in the winter to snuggle up to in front of the fire.

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Introducing different colours and changing your artwork around each season can really help to set the scene.

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26 Style | heating

We are all familiar with the concept of using electric or gas heaters to warm the air in our homes, and though energy-efficient products such as heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular, there are a number of alternative methods of home heating which may also be worth considering.

Hydronic Heating This has been around for centuries, and though much more popular in the northern hemisphere (with the ubiquitous central heating system in most UK homes), its noticeable benefits are beginning to be appreciated here as well. Essentially, hydronic heating uses circulating warm water to carry heat around a building be it in underfoot piping embedded in concrete flooring or through a series of wall-mounted radiators. Its an efficient way to heat a home in that water carries more heat than air, and if adding the economical and environmental bonus of solar heating into the mix, its definitely a system to consider especially if linked to your hot water system. Radiant heating is also very comfortable and cosy, distributing warmth evenly with none of the circulating air movement associated with heat pumps and fan heaters.

ground-source Heat pumps What could be more environmentally friendly than harnessing the earths natural underground energy to heat (and cool) a home year round? Wherever you are in the country, just a few metres below ground, the soil remains at a fairly constant temperature (no matter the conditions above ground), therefore in winter the ground is warmer than the air above with the reverse being true in summer. In this way, ground-source heat pumps use this natural energy store, drawing heat from the earth in winter to warm a home and expelling the warm air back into the ground in summer to provide cooler conditions. Eliminating the need to burn a fuel to create heat, these eco-friendly heat pump systems do have a high initial capital cost, but make up for this in the long term with minimal running costs.

The environment is starting to play a large role in the way we look at heating our homes, mark rayner looks at two possible alternatives to conventional heating.

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LISTINGS974

AVERAGE SALE PRICE$617,043

RANGE OF SALE PRICES$89,000 - $3,500,000

Harcourts Papanui is one of Christchurchs most dynamic real estate companies, the largest of the group of 5 gold offices.

It is responsible for a massive portion of the sales throughout Christchurch including 488 auctions over the last 12 months.

The office has now opened an international and migrant division to allow for a greater number of sales involving clients from other countries, especially Asia.

Its vibrant and successful culture is supported and enhanced by its management team, John and Lynette McFadden in conjunction with Jim Davis and Anna McKenzie.

For an opportunity to work with some of the best consultants in Christchurch, contact any of the 39 realtors located at the Papanui office.

JAN 2015-JAN 2016SNAPSHOT

POWERHOUSE STATISTICS

26 Style | heating

We are all familiar with the concept of using electric or gas heaters to warm the air in our homes, and though energy-efficient products such as heat pumps are becoming increasingly popular, there are a number of alternative methods of home heating which may also be worth considering.

Hydronic Heating This has been around for centuries, and though much more popular in the northern hemisphere (with the ubiquitous central heating system in most UK homes), its noticeable benefits are beginning to be appreciated here as well. Essentially, hydronic heating uses circulating warm water to carry heat around a building be it in underfoot piping embedded in concrete flooring or through a series of wall-mounted radiators. Its an efficient way to heat a home in that water carries more heat than air, and if adding the economical and environmental bonus of solar heating into the mix, its definitely a system to consider especially if linked to your hot water system. Radiant heating is also very comfortable and cosy, distributing warmth evenly with none of the circulating air movement associated with heat pumps and fan heaters.

ground-source Heat pumps What could be more environmentally friendly than harnessing the earths natural underground energy to heat (and cool) a home year round? Wherever you are in the country, just a few metres below ground, the soil remains at a fairly constant temperature (no matter the conditions above ground), therefore in winter the ground is warmer than the air above with the reverse being true in summer. In this way, ground-source heat pumps use this natural energy store, drawing heat from the earth in winter to warm a home and expelling the warm air back into the ground in summer to provide cooler conditions. Eliminating the need to burn a fuel to create heat, these eco-friendly heat pump systems do have a high initial capital cost, but make up for this in the long term with minimal running costs.

The environment is starting to play a large role in the way we look at heating our homes, mark rayner looks at two possible alternatives to conventional heating.

WhaTs The alTernaTive?

WhaT could bE moRE

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Getting back to work after the holidays can be a bit of a drag, especially when the weather is good, but there is an antidote, so keep reading. Faced with a new working year, the folk at Convergence threw a cocktail party for clients and staff to prepare for and celebrate the times ahead. Of course it rained but the dribble from the heavens was no impediment for invitees who braved the soggy streets to be there. The suite of offices buzzed with chit-chat and conviviality whilst outside, the city began to steam as the rain abated. If only all offices were so jolly, it would make one rush to work in the morning!

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Getting back to work after the holidays can be a bit of a drag, especially when the weather is good, but there is an antidote, so keep reading. Faced with a new working year, the folk at Convergence threw a cocktail party for clients and staff to prepare for and celebrate the times ahead. Of course it rained but the dribble from the heavens was no impediment for invitees who braved the soggy streets to be there. The suite of offices buzzed with chit-chat and conviviality whilst outside, the city began to steam as the rain abated. If only all offices were so jolly, it would make one rush to work in the morning!

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Cr Raf Manji, Leigh Hunt

Miranda Bond, Leanne Mene Willie Palmer, Barb Reay

Kaye Johnson, Charlotte Sullivan

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The usual flower arrangements found in churches were overshadowed in an almost biblically-epic manner when Floral Passion opened with a blaze of brilliance, at the Cardboard Cathedral, in which burning bushes are not permitted. In an artistic alliance, Jenny Gillies and Patricia Proctor wove the shapely leafiness of nature, with the spectrum of heaven, creating a revelation of petalled colour on earth. The wearable creations of cloth and stitches were paraded through the hallowed house, bringing a blessing of art to the city and taking those who are receptive back to the place where it all began, the garden.

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MAKE AN ENTRANCELandscape architect Craig Wilson tells us how to transform your driveway from a functional space to an impressive entrance to your home.

A driveway is the first impression and experience visitors will have of your property. With a couple of key considerations you can transform a driveway space from a functional area and entrance to a space that sets the tone and expectation for the rest of the outdoor space and garden.

Firstly, if it's possible, dont make this space too small. This area may include off-street parking, and storage space for trailers, caravan and boat.You will need to allow enough space for turning circles and vehicle movements without creating circulation restrictions and conflict. In a larger space think carefully about where you want visitors to park and how this relates to the front door entry. Its not always intuitive to get this relationship right weve probably all experienced that moment when visiting a location where upon arrival it's not obvious where to park. Good design can create and reinforce the entry experience you anticipate for your guests.

Your driveway material doesnt have to be singular. You may consider mixing driveway surfaces and textures to create visual interest. This can help an otherwise large area of hard surface read as less expansive and

a more interesting and welcoming space. Use exposed aggregate concrete bands poured between asphalt, and granite cobble sette borders to create this effect. It's also a nice technique to increase the quality of paving material as the front door is approached.

Quality lighting fixtures and design can be used to add another layer of detail to the design and materials chosen for your driveway entry courtyard. This can extend beyond the expected lighting bollards down a driveway to well positioned in-ground LED lights that reinforce the material changes in your driveway design. Once again your lighting can extend beyond function to create genuine entry drama and site theatre in the evening.

The quality of driveway plantings may be restricted by space limitations, but neednt lack the same detail and quality to the rest of your property. Choose upright fastigated tree forms to create repetitive, patterned, narrow columnar forms. Hedges may also work well in smaller bed widths. Let your driveway plant selection set the scene and give a taste for the plant texture and form visitors can expect in the rest of your property.

30 Style | landscaping

MAKE AN ENTRANCELandscape architect Craig Wilson tells us how to transform your driveway from a functional space to an impressive entrance to your home.

A driveway is the first impression and experience visitors will have of your property. With a couple of key considerations you can transform a driveway space from a functional area and entrance to a space that sets the tone and expectation for the rest of the outdoor space and garden.

Firstly, if it's possible, dont make this space too small. This area may include off-street parking, and storage space for trailers, caravan and boat.You will need to allow enough space for turning circles and vehicle movements without creating circulation restrictions and conflict. In a larger space think carefully about where you want visitors to park and how this relates to the front door entry. Its not always intuitive to get this relationship right weve probably all experienced that moment when visiting a location where upon arrival it's not obvious where to park. Good design can create and reinforce the entry experience you anticipate for your guests.

Your driveway material doesnt have to be singular. You may consider mixing driveway surfaces and textures to create visual interest. This can help an otherwise large area of hard surface read as less expansive and

a more interesting and welcoming space. Use exposed aggregate concrete bands poured between asphalt, and granite cobble sette borders to create this effect. It's also a nice technique to increase the quality of paving material as the front door is approached.

Quality lighting fixtures and design can be used to add another layer of detail to the design and materials chosen for your driveway entry courtyard. This can extend beyond the expected lighting bollards down a driveway to well positioned in-ground LED lights that reinforce the material changes in your driveway design. Once again your lighting can extend beyond function to create genuine entry drama and site theatre in the evening.

The quality of driveway plantings may be restricted by space limitations, but neednt lack the same detail and quality to the rest of your property. Choose upright fastigated tree forms to create repetitive, patterned, narrow columnar forms. Hedges may also work well in smaller bed widths. Let your driveway plant selection set the scene and give a taste for the plant texture and form visitors can expect in the rest of your property.

AllAn OlOughlin SculptOr And AlchemiStAnne Hudson meets Allan OLoughlin and gives an insight into the artist and his work.

Allan Oloughlin comes across as a laid-back individual, unassuming but genuine. He is a fitter welder by trade, a person who fits and makes metal components to create structural forms such as machinery frames, or conveyors. However, OLoughlin demonstrates through his work that he is primarily an artist who uses the skills learnt in this trade to pursue his creative endeavours.

OLoughlin lives with his partner on a two-acre garden in mandeville, just north of christchurch. Visitors to his garden feel they have walked into the set of Alice in Wonderland, and Oloughlin has made everything on display. this modest artist does not push sales, preferring to let the works speak for themselves. his aim is to master and capture life in his sculpture.

Our lawns and gardens are no longer furnished with just the odd wooden bench, or table and chairs. Sculpture in the home garden has become increasingly popular. As New Zealanders, we have always enjoyed displaying original art on our walls and now in our gardens, increasing the demand for well-made beautifully crafted work that can withstand the rigours of the outside environment.

OLoughlin works in metal. his sculpture is not made of

composite pieces welded together but rather melts metal together to form a figure or shape with the finished work a cohesive whole. The malleability of metal when it is hot allows OLoughlin to manipulate the form, adding and working the material until the required shape is achieved. the process demands protective clothing, but this danger does not deter the artist from forming exquisite pieces whereby the

metal has been heated to a liquid, moulded into shape and cooled into a solid.

Although he describes himself as a fitter welder, an alchemist may be a better description. like the glass-maker and potter he is transforming material from one state into another. the ability to work with material in this way requires a tacit understanding of the material and its qualities a

knowledge that is difficult to describe to someone else but is gained through practice and familiarity.

Much of his work is figurative and shows an interest in the female form. Many of his figures have the stretched limbs and elongated bodies reminiscent of Albert Giacomettis work. The difference is Oloughlin gives his bodies more flesh and despite the cold feel of hard metal they exude

a voluptuous warmth. His work portrays an optimistic view of life expressing the joy of being alive. the relationship of a mother and child, a woman strolling with an umbrella, a young man balancing on a penny-farthing cycle, or dancers juxtaposed with one another. his forms utilise space either balanced on plinths or dancing in the space around them. He is a versatile artist with a body of work that commands a wide audience.

OLoughlins work can be viewed at his home and was exhibited recently at Art in a Garden, Flaxmere, Hawarden, where his untitled work of a lady with an umbrella was much admired.

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