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NEW ZEALAND'S PREMIERE DIGITAL MAGAZINE
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW
The Making of a Fashion Finalist
She stitched her way to the spotlight.
Meet Foster Mwaba, the New Zealander who handcrafted her entire look and earned finalist honours at Flemington Fashion in the Field at The Melbourne Cup 2025.
Read her full story and Q+A on Cantabrian Magazine.
IT'S THE SILLY SEASON. SHOP SMART
DARCY BOUTIQUE
Find a range of dresses to celebrate the season at Darcy Boutique in Merivale.
INTRODUCING NZ OPERA 2026 SEASON
ARTS
Aotearoa’s national opera unveils Bluebeard’s Castle, The Marriage of Figaro, The Pearl Fishers, and the return of Toiere.
Explore the full season at nzopera.com
THE ART COLLECTOR
BANSKY
Forgive Us Our Trespassing — one of Banksy’s most symbolic works — is now on offer in Canterbury, available for private viewings ahead of the Banksy exhibition opening in Christchurch this December.
ON THE TOWN
Have you booked Brightside?
Elevate your lunch experience with the vibe at Mr. Brightside.
MIND + BODY
THE LILL GYM
Find Your Balance at The Lill Gym
Located in the heart of Rolleston, The Lill Gym is a boutique fitness studio designed for every body. With a holistic approach that blends strength, recovery, and mindfulness, it’s more than just a workout — it’s a place to reconnect with yourself and your wellbeing.
FASHION
ARA SHINES AT THE HOKONUI FASHION DESIGN AWARDS
Featured above: A design by William Doak, recipient of the Mackersy Property Open Collections Award
Model: Jibryl | Portfolio Models
DRIVE
A Classic in REVIEW: 1966 MGB
We are taking it to the old school with this Tartan Red classic car.
BEAUTY
THE BEAUTY BOX
We've curated the best products to have you slaying + stunning all season long!
COMING SOON
REAL ESTATE
KELLEHER REAL ESTATE
Transparency matters. Take the modern approach to real estate.
PRODUCT OF THE MONTH: BOBBI BROWN LUXE LIPSTICK
BEAUTY
This season, it’s all about Claret.
The Bobbi Brown Luxe Lipstick delivers that rich, velvety red that defines the event season — elegant, lasting, and utterly timeless.
From Cup Week to New Year’s Eve, it’s the shade that goes everywhere.
ARTIST PROFILE | HOLLY ZANDBERGEN
CULTURE
Elemental Lands by Holly Zandbergen opens 4 December at Craig Potton Gallery, Nelson — a striking new series capturing the raw, living energy of Aotearoa’s southern landscapes through bold, textured oil works.
Introducing Sunny by Bondi Sands
HEALTH + BEAUTY
Refined living is about rituals that last. With Sunny, Bondi Sands turns being sunsmart into a daily essential for healthy, radiant skin.
Awards
And the winners are...
The Christchurch Foundation is proud to announce the latest grant winners of the Women Entrepreneurs Fund, established in partnership with generous donor Joy Shivas.
Overwater calm from Maldives to Bora Bora and beyond.
TRAVEL
Curated by Travel Expert Ashton of House of Travel Upper Riccarton, discover these bespoke escapes where the sea meets serenity.
VOLUME III | ISSUE NO. 7
CANTABRIAN MAGAZINE
ISSN 2816-1114
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