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MODERN MANNERS

The creators of Modern Manners come from opposite backgrounds. Ewan studied design and majored in textiles, and Liam studied marketing and management. They met…

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Tosca & Salome

After travelling with her husband and living in Spain, Bex Riley became inspired by the local artisans and beautiful surroundings, eventually leading to the…

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FLASH JEWELLERY

Started as a hobby-turned-passion, Flash Jewellery creates original, luxe jewellery that resonates with modern, confident and independent girls. Nelson-born designer Nina ‘Flash’ Gordon stumbled…

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SLAEVE

High-end streetwear label Slaeve is a brainchild of Ezekiel Crawford, a 19-year-old Bachelor of Architecture student at the University of Auckland, who also works…

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BEAU & RIVER

A rising interest among young people for quality and beautifully designed jewellery at an affordable price has been the key to early success for…

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GRAE

After starting a biology degree, Charmaine Williams ended up completing a Bachelor of Design Innovation at the Victoria University of Wellington. In her final…

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The Cupboard

Growing up making clothes for herself and her siblings, Diane Burkhardt, owner of The Cupboard, has turned an early childhood hobby into a lifelong…

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Caughley

Having only opened in October 2015, Rachael Caughley is developing her namesake boutique into a force to be reckoned with in the Wellington retail…

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Suit Source

Following a rebrand in 2014, Mike Quartly moved his Mt Eden suit hire company to Parnell, building the Suit Source name and developing into…

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Muse Boutique

Taking on an established business can be a daunting task, but Muse owner Olivia Vincent has made her passion her livelihood and eight months…

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PLOM&BALLE

Emma Plom and Olivia Balle were captivated by screen printing when they met at university. Both with art backgrounds, and now in their third…

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