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A NOTE... We knew this issue was going to be a bit special from the moment the email came through saying Kim (Kardashian that is) loved the creative moodboard we’d sent her, outlining our vision for a shoot with her baby sister Kylie Jenner. ‘The Family’, as those in know refer to them as, showcases their unique take on luxury and beauty to the world every day in a way that’s almost impossible to ignore, so it made perfect sense that Kylie would front our Beauty & Luxe Edition. And as deputy ed Steven Fernandez confirms on page 98, Kylie is a breathtaking beauty with or without makeup - the real deal. Though we may have an international face on the cover this issue, some of the things I enjoy putting together most are those that involve local stars from all creative walks, and this issue we have a series of interviews (P176) that had some of the key players in the New Zealand beauty industry - from Sansceuticals’ Lucy Vincent-Marr to Dion Nash of Triumph & Disaster - let us into their favourite spaces, open up their cabinets and share their wealth of knowledge on skin and haircare, makeup, grooming and lifestyle. Looking at luxe from a different angle, we asked some of our top foodies including Al Brown, Josh Emett and Jordan Rondel to share an ingredient they consider the ultimate luxury, which turned out to be everything from chocolate and dark beer to crayfish and saffron. My final epic labour of love this issue was coordinating 30+ pages of beauty editorial, all shot by kiwi photographers and with looks created by some of our top hair and makeup talent. We hope the issue inspires you to add an extra touch of beauty and luxe to your life!

JOSIE STEENHART Editor

This issue marks the biggest cover in our history, perhaps the biggest of any fashion magazine from New Zealand. We always get asked how much we pay to put talent on our cover and the answer is: nothing. International celebrities know Remix and they want to be on it. It’s our job to make them shine in the best of Kiwi fashion. Kylie Jenner was a real coup for Remix and required our whole team fly to Los Angeles for the photoshoot. As the youngest member of the Kardashian family, Kylie has charmed the world with her sudden transformation into a beautiful and confident young woman. Her Instagram account of 19 million followers is evidence of that; she is the ninth most followed person in the world. Stay tuned to her account @kyliejenner over the next few weeks to see Kylie share her Remix pics to fans around the globe. Also keep an eye out for team Remix on season 10 of Keeping Up with the Kardashians when it premieres next month! This edition kicked off with a bang - a whirlwind tour with Skrillex through South East Asia. See our shoots with DJs Skrillex (P125) and Steve Aoki (P118) and our interview with Heidi Klum (P110) radiating in our People section. You’ll find the very latest fashion, beauty, lifestyle and culture inspiration for Autumn 15 in this issue, with an extra emphasis on everything beautiful and luxurious! We enjoyed making this edition of Remix, we hope you enjoy reading it.

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TEAM 1. Favourite thing you worked on this issue? 2. Favourite beauty/grooming products or tips? 3. What is your idea of luxury?

1. TIM PHIN |PUBLISHER | @timphin 1. Kylie Jenner, of course. 2. A guy must get his hair cut at least once a month. 3. Nice things, people and experiences. 2. JOSIE STEENHART |EDITOR + FASHION & BEAUTY EDITOR | @undonejournal 1. Working on the creative direction for our shoot in LA with Kylie Jenner - having my moodboard approved by Kim Kardashian was a bit of a high point and getting Kylie in New Zealand brands was rad too. 2. Oh god, so many… This issue in particular has thrown up some incredible stuff - maybe check the beauty section, it’s all there! 3. Nice hotels - the quality of the bed, the bathroom, the breakfast and the balcony/view are all key.

3. ANNABELLE ROSE | ART DIRECTOR |

5. ISABELLE TRUMAN|EDITORIAL ASSISTANT |

@annabellearose 1. The India story, it’s such a treat looking back through travel photos! 2. A good tan with Kiri Organics gradual tan - New Zealand made, 100% natural and works amazingly! Strong Brows by Off Wax, opt for Brow Rehab if you’re trying to regrow your brows from the 90s thin brow epidemic. Hydrated skin with Comfort Zone Aloe Vera face and body organic leaf juice, it’s like rubbing nature on your face each morning. 3. Embossing & monograming.

@isabelletruman 1. I loved interviewing everyone for our beauty feature I learnt so much about skincare from them and they were all lovely people. I was so useless before the interviews - I didn’t even moisturise. 2. I love using Frank Coconut Coffee Scrub to exfoliate. It leaves skin feeling super soft and it smells delicious (if you’re a coffee addict). It gets everywhere though, so be prepared to annoy the flatmates. 3. Luxury is lying on the beach, anywhere in the world, with my best friends and a good book.

4. STEVEN FERNANDEZ | DEPUTY EDITOR | @stevenfernandez 1. Being filmed by the Kardashian tv crew while interviewing Kylie Jenner was pretty memorable. 2. All my skincare products are from Aesop. I swear by them. It’s hard for me to give grooming tips, because I’m naturally really good-looking. 3. Pocketing a Cuban cigar from my dad’s office.

6. KIRSTY RANDELL |DESIGNER| @kirstydawnstudio 1. The lifestyle section, so many yum recipes… Maybe it’s time I learnt to cook! 2. NARS Sheer Glow Foundation and Brow Gel 3. A launch, Bay of Islands and good company!

CONTRIBUTORS 1. Who are you and what do you do? 2. What did you contribute to this issue? 3.Favourite beauty/grooming products or tips? 4.What is your idea of luxury?

1. LAUREN MATTHEWS | @laurenmatildamatthews + @the_kitchencollective 1.I’m Remix’s resident foodie. I also calm my obsession of cooking through my boutique catering company, The Kitchen Collective. 2. I contributed an article about how meat eaters (like myself) and vegans can unite at one of my favourite casual dining spots, Burger Fuel, and a review of Auckland’s hottest new eatery, Woodpecker Hill. 3. Just because it’s a trend, doesn’t mean it suits you - I’m looking at you top-knot boy. 4. Simple things done exceptionally well and quality over quantity.

2. ELISE WILSON | @elisewmakeup 1. I’m a hair and makeup artist. 2. Makeup for the beauty shoot. 3. I swear by my Estee Lauder Doublewear Light Foundation for day to day, and my Karen Murrell Lipstick in Rumba Rhythm - the perfect red for when I need to kick ass! 4. To sit on my couch and relax in the evening with a glass of red wine - it's a luxury because this never happens. Some might say I have rushing woman's syndrome, it's actually a curse.

3. LOIC QUÉDEC | @kedecc 1. Fashion blogger/brand influencer on instagram. 2. The ‘Luxe Beauty’ flatlays. 3. Triumph & Disaster Gameface moisturiser, Uppercut Deluxe pomade. 4. Eagles Nest (Russell, Bay of Islands) - set in a 75 acre estate with its own private, contemporary villas. They all have their own lap pools, jacuzzis. There's personal trainers, spa therapists. Everything is there!

4. JAMES DOBSON | @jimmyd_was_here + @childrenofvision 1. I own the clothing label Jimmy D and retail stores Children of Vision. 2. Some words and pictures about my recent trip to Bali. 3. Clay at Flash City Barbers and no longer living above a gay bar that has underwear parties until 4am has given me a more rested appearance. 4. An fancy hotel room, no phone calls or emails, a pile of freshly air freighted magazines, a coffee from eighthirty and scrambled eggs from Nikau in Wellington.

5. GUY COOMBES | @coombesie 1.I am Guy. I am a photographer. 2. I lensed two beauty stories for this issue across Sydney and Auckland. I also had the pleasure of photographing one of my favourite Kiwi models, Liv O’Driscoll for a feature fashion story. 3. MAC Fast Response eye cream, so my eyes don’t get swallowed by enormous black puffy bags. 4. Sleeping in. 6. JONO PARKER | @jonoparkerphotography 1. I’m photographer based in Auckland. 2. I shot some of the food photos including the Gusto, Harbourside and Jess’ Underground Kitchen pages. 3. AESOP. 4. Travelling the world like a jetsetter and anything NIKE. 7. RICHARD SYMONS | @princessrichard_ 1. I am some random nerd who does lighting and makeup 2. I did lighting on a whole bunch of shoots with Adam Bryce 3. Favourite beauty/grooming products or tips? Liberal amounts of moisturiser and an obscenely overdrawn lip. 4. What is your idea of luxury? English Bull Terriers

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CONTENTS

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242

AUTUMN STYLE TRENDS

RED NOISE

GROOMING

Research

Beauty

Gentlemen

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246

AL BROWN’S CHOCOLATE PUDDING

THE BEAUTY INTERVIEWS

DANNY O’DONOGHUE

Lifestyle

Beauty

Gentlemen

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250

KYLIE JENNER

A/W 15 COLLECTIONS

SKRILLEX

People

Fashion

Gentlemen

104

200

256

NATALIA KILLS

LIV O’DRISCOOL

RAT PACK

People

Fashion

Genlemen

110

210

270

HEIDI KLUM

COLOUR ME BAD

BILLY APPLE

People

Fashion

Arts + Culture

118

218

272

STEVE AOKI

ARMY OF ME

GINNY BLACKMORE

People

Fashion

Arts + Culture

126

226

288

SHAAANXO

LUXE SPORTS

PALM SPRINGS

People

Fashion

Travel

150

238

294

EARTH INTRUDERS

MEN’S STYLE TRENDS

JIMMY D IN BALI

Beauty

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1. Big hair, don’t care - model Bella gets crimped for our A/W15 Collections shoot. 2. Burger Fuel keeping the team fed on set at Kingsize Studios. 3. Steven Fernandez interviewing Kylie Jenner while being filmed by the Kardashian camera crew. 4. Tim Phin taking the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class for a spin. 5. Liv O’Driscoll getting the finishing touches from MAC’s Josie Wignall. 6. Sean Connolly and Tim Phin having a foodie moment at Gusto. 7. Models getting muddy at Thievery Studios. 8. Photographer AB Watson going to great heights for the perfect shot. 9. Kylie in Kate Sylvester on set for our cover shoot with photographer Darren Tieste.

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OUT & ABOUT

Remix X Smashbox Sparklab

With beauty on the brain, we got together with Smashbox Cosmetics to put on a sold-out evening on February 13th as part of Sparklab Month of Fashion. Lucky guests received expert tutorial and goodie bags and got interactive with a live beauty shoot (featured on page 162).

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The Industry Awards 2015 - NZ’s Premiere Hair Event

The Industry Awards are New Zealand hairstylists’ equivalent to the Oscars, gathering the very best talent from our hair industry in one room and recognising them for their exceptional creative achievements throughout the year. We attended Industry 2015, presented by Goldwell New Zealand, and were proud to see so many talented Kiwi hairstylists cross the stage. Congratulations!

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1000 Tees For 1000 Women Launch

A fundraising initiative from The New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation, 1000 Tees For 1000 Women launched at Auckland Art Gallery on February 11th in tribute to the 1000 women who were diagnosed with breast cancer over the summer, with 1000 t-shirts numbered one to 1000 available to purchase for the dollar value of their individual number. 1000women.co.nz

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GLASSONS GIVING YOUNG DESIGNERS A LEG UP

NEW KNITS The best thing about winter is the clothes, and newly launched New Zealand brand Marle are adding to the cause with their beautiful range of knits. Marle are all about using the highest quality materials such as alpaca, merino, wool and cashmere, and their debut range for AW15 is both practical and lovely. Founded by Juliet Bates, who has previously worked in fashion as a buyer and has formal training in knitwear, the Marle offering includes long cardigans, baggy jumpers, bombers and turtlenecks – staples for any winter wardrobe. With cape coats due in time for High Winter, the garments can be worn layered or as statement pieces. marle.co.nz

GET TWIGGY WITH IT We’re excited about the return of Workshop’s most popular jean, The Twiggy. Twiggy II is the latest installment of Workshop’s popular high waisted jean style, which is super comfortable and has a beautiful fit. The jeans will be available in a versitile dark indigo and black. Naturally the Twiggy II jeans are complete with Workshop’s premium quality cut, cloth and construction, as well as their impeccable fit and attention to detail. workshop.co.nz

Glassons is teaming up with Otago Polytechnic to give students some valuable hands-on education for their start in the fashion world. The Australasian retailer is getting students to design their own creation, with the winning concept being commercially produced and sold throughout Glassons stores. The theme for the student design submissions is ‘Made of Here’ - how being part of the New Zealand or Dunedin culture influences their art. Even for those that don’t win, the process will give students experience in design, production, retailing and marketing, which will serve them well in developing a fashion brand in Australasia. ‘To be able to understand the designing, production, retailing and marketing process from the point of view of this big Australasian retailer is invaluable. We’ll also be able to gain a better understanding of the offshore production process. This initiative will allow both staff and students to think more broadly about what a fashion professional is or could be,’ says Dr Margo Barton, Academic Leader of Fashion at Otago Polytechnic’s School of Design. glassons.com

PHARRELL’S TOUCH OF SUPERCOLOUR TO ADIDAS ORIGINALS If there’s one thing we all know it’s that Pharrell Williams is the epitome of cool. Anyone or anything that he touches or talks about becomes cooler, simple as that – just look at ‘dancing man’ for example! So when an already-epic brand like adidas works with Pharrell, you have an insane fusion that is almost too much for us to process. But, that’s exactly what has happened. The adidas Originals Supercolor release, available worldwide this March, is a collaboration between the creators of the Superstar and the ‘Happy’ singer and

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sees the iconic silhouette transformed via a spectrum of 50 different colours. ‘Supercolor is a celebration of equality through diversity. With 50 colours of the Superstar, everybody will be able to select his or her colour,’ says Pharrell of the release. ‘With every shoe treated exactly the same, all colours are equal. No matter what colour you choose, you can be part of Supercolor. Choose your colour.’ adidas.co.nz/supercolor

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BEAUTY ON WHEELS As part of our search for beauty and luxury in this issue, we set out to find a vehicle that oozes absolute elegance. When we found it, the Mercedes-Benz GLA 45 AMG, we couldn’t help but use this stunning compact premium SUV as the set for a fashion shoot.

Photography by ADAM BRYCE Makeup by ELISE WILSON Model DANIKA from 62 Models wears KATE SYLVESTER dress & MIMCO shoes

On the outside, the structured bonnet with powerdomes and AMG twin blade radiator grille, lends the front a particularly wide appearance, while the rear chrome strip between the lights and roof spoiler maintain the GLA’s sense of adventure. On the inside, the GLA is incredibly spacious for a compact SUV. The sense of elegance is continued through the interior design, with the cutting-edge soundsystem and the optional COMAND Online multimedia system integrated seamlessly into the space. mercedes-benz.co.nz REMIX MAGAZINE RESEARCH

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BAD BAD THINGS

ALL BLACKS IN ALL COLOUR… AND NOT MUCH ELSE!

Bad Things is the new kid on the streetwear block, launching late last year and hailing from the cool coast of Raglan. Focusing mainly on basics - tees, tanks and hoodies - as well as some select jewellery pieces, they keep things simple for their first collection, but with a tough twist. The launch of Bad Things is a welcome return to the fashion world for one of the label’s three founders Mala Brajkovic, who previously worked as Karen Walker’s design assistant before launching her own label and store on Auckland’s Vulcan Lane. Mala’s partner and co-founder of Bad Things Vinnie Woolston is no stranger to the fashion world either, as through his work as a model he’s shot campaigns for Yves Saint Laurent, Kate Sylvester and Zambesi. The two have teamed up with Maki Nishiyama to bring us Bad Things. badthingsapparel.com

Some All Blacks and All Blacks Sevens players are turning heads nationwide with the launch of the new Jockey underwear campaign. Called ‘All Colour’, the campaign supports the launch of the new Microfibre range of brightly coloured briefs. With a bold new design and fresh approach to colour, the latest range takes a more fashion-forward approach to men’s underwear. Designed with the everyday man in mind, the Microfibre range is comfortable and easy to wear, made from stretch fabrics that move with the body. ‘I’ve been wearing Jockey since I was 15, says All Black and Jockey All Colour campaign model Victor Vito. ‘The boys gave me a bit of grief [about modelling in the campaign] but you can’t take yourself too seriously when you do this kind of stuff. I wasn’t really nervous for the shoot. I found the catwalk way more nerve-wracking,’. jockeynz.co.nz

NATIONAL ATHLETIC GOODS NOW IN NEW ZEALAND

National Athletic Goods is a Canadian sportswear label, with premium pieces inspired by vintage American athletic garments from the ‘30s and ‘60s. Made with exceptionally high quality knit fabrics, National Athletic Goods clothing features a vintage-inspired labelling and finish to give the garments an authentic and lasting value. Want to get your hands on some for the gym (or lazing on the couch)? From April, Gubb & Mackie will be the exclusive stockists of selected National Athletic Goods items in New Zealand. gubbandmackie.com

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NOM*D MAKING SOME NOISE NOM*D’s Autumn/Winter collection NOISE features everything you love about the brand, but with the volume turned up to 11. The NOM*D NOISE girl’s signature silhouette presents floor-sweeping lengths with skirts, kilts, parkas, coats and aprons. As always, NOM*D stays true to its dark and wittily sombre with wall-to-wall black palette or shades thereof. nomd.co.nz

HP & TRELISE COOPER HP & Trelise Cooper’s notebook sleeves are all sorts of lovely

Beauty is what’s on the inside, sure. But it’s also nice to have something beautiful on the outside as well, right? Same goes for technology. Even though all the important stuff is inside, it’s still nice to have your technology looking pretty. HP and Trelise Cooper know all about that, having joined forces to create a gorgeous new range of notebook sleeves. Staying very true to Dame Cooper’s style, the designs reflect her clothing brands Trelise Cooper

and COOP, as well as her famous love for flowers. ‘I have thoroughly enjoyed this unique collaboration with HP. Handheld devices are with us 24/7 and say as much about us as our clothes. Style allows our clothes and accessories to speak without needing to say a word,’ says Cooper. And what’s best is that proceeds from one of the designs, called ‘You’re All Sorts of Lovely’, go to the Breast Cancer Cure Research Trust, a charity

very close to Cooper’s heart. There are three distinct designs that retail for $69.95 and are available from HP’s online store and in Trelise Cooper stores in New Zealand. The laptop sleeves are 14” so will make a great cover for a range of modern notebooks. hp.co.nz/trelisecooper

YOURS SINCERELY YOURS Shoes founder Andrew Henry talks to Remix writer Isabelle Truman about his passion for footwear, why he wants Bill Murray to wear his shoes and what he thinks of Kanye West’s collection…

What were you doing before you started YOURS? I played professional rugby over in Wales, but I didn’t really love it, so I decided to come back home. Then I just had a bunch of random jobs really. I worked at RUBY and was in charge of the stock there for a while, which I guess is kind of funny.

researching and coming up with designs. The production initially was probably the hardest part. Turning the design into something material is pretty challenging. Getting the samples made up takes a lot of time – the initial samples were just ridiculously bad, so it’s a lot of back and forth to get it right

When did you decide you wanted to start your own brand from scratch and what was the motivation behind it? In 2004 I was between jobs and started thinking about what I really wanted to do - design was the top of my list. I’ve been a collector of sneakers for as long as I can remember and I guess lots of collectors think about designing their own shoe. I couldn’t really find anything that was perfect and wanted to stamp my mark on the culture that I’d been a part of for a long time.

What’s the overall ethos of the brand? Simplicity in the design has always been the heart of the brand. Clean, premium quality and understated. The idea of simplicity runs through everything that YOURS does – the showroom, the website and the marketing.

What was the hardest part about starting up? Start-up was all pretty difficult as the whole process was self-taught. I didn’t have any experience in design or production or any of that, so there was a lot of trial and error. Initially did you have a finished picture in your head of the shoe you wanted to create? No, I didn’t have a specific shoe in mind. When I first started I would draw up lots of concepts - sketching heaps, REMIX MAGAZINE RESEARCH

Who’s your dream person to wear YOURS? Bill Murray. I think he’s awesome. He’s definitely a big inspiration and I kind of wanted the shoes to be the Bill Murray of the sneaker world, in a sense. The latest range of YOURS have all been named after movie characters and the Venkmans are named after Bill Murray’s character in Ghostbusters. What brands do you personally admire? My favourite brand at the moment is Commoners. I love the simplicity of their brand, the fit of their clothes and the whole feel of it. The way their website looks, the photography, and I just really like the clothes.

What does you think of the Kanye West/Adidas collab? It was kind of cool. It was interesting. I personally wouldn’t wear it, but I don’t think it’s bad, it’s just not really for me. In your newest collection, you collaborated with DesignWorks and released nine pairs of sneakers, each with matching artworks available for purchase. How was this received and are you planning on doing more limited-edition products in the future? The prints have been received really well - they got lots of positive feedback and I really enjoyed doing it. It was cool because the print could kind of be like the essence of the shoe, if that makes sense, but also just a bit of fun. Everything we do is limited in production anyway - in this range I did nine styles but they all range from 100-200 pairs and once they’re gone, they’re gone, so I’d love to do another limited edition thing again in the future. What’s next for YOURS? I believe there’s a growing demand globally for products that are limited, and haven’t been mass-produced. So we’re going to start focusing on expanding the business into other markets. It’s reasonably well established in New Zealand, but we’ve had quite a demand from customers overseas to stock worldwide, so we’ll be looking into making that a reality. yoursyours.com

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With Pebbles Hooper & Helen Cherry

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I tried to channel a smart simple, bold look for this shoot. Amberley has such a unique look I didnâ€™t want to add too much and distract from what was naturally there. I feel like I was subconsciously channelling Chloe Sevigny as Jean in American Psycho when we started shooting, but I never had a pre-planned idea of what I was after. Helen Cherry did a very bold and wearable collection, and I found all the pieces worked perfectly to illustrate this with. ... Styling & Illustration PEBBLES HOOPER Photography STEPHEN TILLEY Hair & Makeup TANYA BARLOW Model AMBERLEY @ Red 11 All clothing by HELEN CHERRY, LONELY lingerie, ISABEL MARANT shoes and MARC JACOBS bag from WORKSHOP

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THE WORLD’S MOST TALKED ABOUT CAMPAIGN…

Nothing quite prepared us for the unveiling of multi-platinum selling superstar Justin Bieber in the Spring 2015 Calvin Klein Jeans and Calvin Klein Underwear ad campaign. There was simply no way of ignoring Bieber all grown up, appearing alongside Dutch supermodel Lara Stone in the seriously sexy new multi-media campaign. Shot in New York by esteemed fashion photographers Mert Alas and Marcus Piggot, this largest ever Calvin Klein campaign continues the brand’s long running fusion of fashion and music. It’s reminiscent of the most talked about campaign of the ‘90s, with Mark ‘Marky-Mark’ Wahlberg and Kate Moss, don’t ya think? Use the hashtag #mycalvins to see people wearing their Calvins! calvinklein.com/justin

NEW UNDIES ON THE SLY SLY Collective are already in over 300 stores across Australasia, despite having launched less than two years ago. Perhaps it’s the quality and innovations of their underwear, or perhaps the fact they embody the lifestyle down under; quirky, edgy and a lot of fun. The men’s underwear feature an in-built pocket and streetinspired designs that you could wear without anything over the top. Plenty of support and elasticity. The women’s underwear combine playful and youthful prints with comfortable cuts and feel-good fabrics, making the garments stylish yet practical. slycollective.com

SYDNEY & POP

One of our favourite ways to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon is pinning bits and bobs we love on Pinterest. Ever wondered if there was a one-stop-shop for cool products similar to what you see on Pinterest? A mecca for all things contemporary, on-trend and cool? It exists! It’s called Sydney & Pop! Created by lover of all things beautiful Jemma Roff , Sydney & Pop is an accumulation of art, beauty, jewellery and homeware products from New Zealand, Australia, Bali and beyond. It’s like a cool mood board or a stack of glossy magazines, with all your favourite pages dog-eared! sydneyandpop.co.nz

SYLVESTER SESSIONS IN THE CITY Kate Sylvester has been braving the freezing New York city weather, getting ready to release her latest Sylvester collection in the Big Apple and across the US. While she was there, Kate teamed up with stylist/photographer Zara Mirkin to snap some of her favourite locals wearing their favourite pieces. The images have been published with cute interviews about their inspirations as Sylvester Sessions on her blog. Check them out. katesylvester.com/blog

NEW BALANCE RECRUITS ‘EXCELLENT’ AMBASSADORS We’re all about identifying creative Kiwis in fashion, music and art before they break out and become a huge deal. So we were really excited to see New Balance do the same thing; choosing some key ambassadors to represent the footwear brand in New Zealand. The first ambassador announced, menswear designer and LOWER creative director Stephen Kirkby, was chosen because of his attitude and personality, which resonates perfectly with the New Balance culture of authenticity and pride in craft. We’ll be screening some videos with the New Balance Excellent Maker ambassadors on remixmagazine.com over the next few weeks, so stay tuned online. newbalance.co.nz/classics

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RESEARCH FASHION BLANKIE! What is it? The Zambesi XXXV blanket. Made from a mixture of New Zealand merino, cashmere, angora and silk, it’s designed to be worn as a wrap or used as a throw on the bed or couch - to keep you warm this winter. Inspired by? Zambesi worked with their knitwear manufacturer and yarn maker to create a timeless piece to celebrate the brand’s 35th birthday. The roman numerals herald a celebration of 35 years of exploration and commitment to the brand. They’re proud this blanket is knitted and made in New Zealand. What else? The blanket is limited edition and has just been released - get in quick as it’s been one of the most anticipated pieces of the season. It’s available in two colourways - Asphalt/Tarseal and Electric Blue/Asphalt. zambesi.co.nz

JULIETTE HOGAN TAKES NEWMARKET Fashion fans got a lovely treat for early March when Juliette Hogan opened the doors to her third store, on Osborne St in Newmarket. The shop is, in true J-Ho form, spacious, minimalist and elegant. ‘Each store is a beautiful progression from the last,’ says Hogan. ‘Newmarket is our biggest space and we wanted to create a gallery type space rich in lightness. The black accents and exposed brick give the otherwise polished space a rawness.’ With plenty of room for her signature flower

arrangements and Jo Malone candles, the space contains the full Autumn/Winter range, which is - as always - delicate and feminine with a contemporary fashion twist. Once described as ‘quietly sophisticated clothes that well-mannered girls want to wear’, Hogan’s designs make fusing work, casual and eveningwear an easy feat. The Newmarket store is also home to the Juliette Hogan homeware range featuring her coveted quilted cushions, all with new season signature fabrics. juliettehogan.com

A REPUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT Eastern suburbs of Auckland rejoice – Republic Home has opened on your side of the city! Situated at 56 Parnell Rise, alongside a new eightthirty café and the hugely popular 46 & York, this second Republic Home showroom is an extension of the Ponsonby flagship, but also entirely different. The cool industrial styled space provides the perfect backdrop for showcasing Republic’s furniture and homeware collections. After several pop-up and clearance sites over the years, owner David Peez felt it was time to set up another permanent location for the brand. ‘With such a vast range of furniture collections, we have been searching for some time to be able to find additional space to showcase more of what we offer,’ says David. ‘At any one point in time, the new space will have a totally

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different collection of furniture from our Ponsonby store, and yet will still look and feel like Republic!’ The new showroom will also feature rugs and kilims David personally sources from around the globe, and sometimes showcases in his boutique sideline business, Zabol. ‘In a world of commercialism, Republic’s philosophy is to source ethical and sustainably produced products. Afterall, we are all caretakers for future generations! We strive to offer our clients a range of products which fits our ethos of recycled, crafted and organic, thereby enabling clients to curate their own style.’ Republic Home Parnell: 56 Parnell Rise, Auckland Central. republichome.com

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JIMMY D!

One of our favourite local enfant terrible designers James Dobson, aka Jimmy D, just suddenly got all grown up. Yes, Dobson been producing and refining his signature dark-with-a-wry-sense-of-humour looks for 10 years now, and this new AW15 season is also his 21st – so the numbers really do add up! In observance of this very special occasion, The Shelter in Ponsonby - where Dobson’s other venture, the Children of Vision store, is located – will host a retrospective exhibition for two weeks from March 18, filled with key looks from past collections, as well as installations inside featuring a press archive, runway videos, design inspiration and ephemera. All this nostalgia this has led Dobson to delve into his archive, which he describes as like ‘reading into old diaries… I’m reminded of the music I was listening to, people I had working with me, artists I was collaborating with, shows we did. I'm pretty proud of how it all hangs together over time – the work has definitely progressed but I think it has retained the same handwriting.’ jimmyd.co.nz

THE 101 ON THE NEW 501 People have been snipping and sewing their Levi’s for years, customising their iconic 501 jeans to make them their own. Now the Levi’s crew have jumped in and done the customisation for you, releasing the Levi’s 501 CT (Customised and Tapered). The 501 CT takes the Original 501 and adds a custom taper, crafting the perfect fit for a modern take on the classic 501 jean. The new 501 CT has a little more room at the waist so it sits slightly lower for a more relaxed fit, and the leg is tapered from the knee to the ankle so you don’t have to do it. The 501 CT can be worn true-to-size, slimmed down and sitting higher on the waist for a sexy, effortless look (down-sized), or baggier and more relaxed in the thigh for a relaxed street-style fit (up-sized). Plus they come in an extensive range of colours for even further personalisation. levis.com

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GET SNUGGLY When those temperatures drop it can become pretty easy to drop your most stylish items in favor of something a little more comfortable. But as Andrea Moore reminds us, comfort and style are by no means mutually exclusive. In fact the sweater shape of the season is the polo and she’s designed this stunning high neck Salvador Polo. Worn with her Reality Bites coat and Surrealist Zip denim, it almost makes you want winter to hurry up! andreamooreboutique.com

MAKE WAY FOR FRANCIA UYS Meet New Zealand’s newest luxury footwear designer, distributor and dreamer, Francia UYS. With all her shoes designed in New Zealand and manufactured in Portugal, Francia offers fashion-conscious women styles that boast the perfect mix of high-end fashion, high-quality materials, comfort and difference. Choosing quality over quantity, only 55 pairs are made per style, which aren’t repeated once they sell out, so you know you’re getting something special when you buy a pair. franciauys.co.nz

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New Zealand’s online tailor-made menswear brand, French83 have opened their flagship store and service showroom in Central Auckland. Representing the lifestyle needs of the modern gentleman, the store has both a café and a hairdresser inside it. French83 want to change the perception in New Zealand of men’s tailoring being stuffy and formal, to create suits that men would feel comfortable wearing anytime. french-83.com

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The Carroway watch from Electric was a natural choice to include in our Beauty & Luxe edition. With timeless craft and a sleek profile, the Carroway carries with it a sense of sophistication. This premium, unisex timepiece is made up of Japanese movements, three hands with a machine-like precision. The case is 40 mm multi-piece surgical stainless steel with exhibition case back, so you can take a peek inside the gadget. The band is offered in custom Italian tanned leather with stainless steel closure. northbeach.co.nz

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Sourcing a whole new winter wardrobe can be a bit of a drag, not to mention super time consuming. So UK based fashion retailer boohoo have done all the hard work for you, releasing a capsule collection that includes the staple pieces every girl needs to get herself through the chilly months. Called ‘The Edit’, the ten-piece capsule collection was such a hit when it was first released last year, that boohoo have done it again. Same idea, all new trends. The Autumn /Winter 15 edit includes a waterfall jacket, a crombie-style jacket, a denim shirt dress, wide-leg dungarees, jeans a denim skirt, a duster coat, a fur stole, a roll-neck jumper and a shearling jacket. Convenience aside, the pieces in ‘The Edit’ are also really cool, designed with all the latest global fashion trends in mind. boohoo.com

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THE FINE ART OF LUXE Ringcraft Moana is a jewellery collection by Robert Wright, an Oakurabased jewellery designer (and surfer!) who has been manufacturing and repairing jewellery for the past 40 years. Starting with a pencil sketch, the international design team make improvements and source gemstones to create rings that have a real Kiwi flair. This is then mixed with the clear lines and minimalistic design influences of artist Belinda, who is originally from Germany. There are so many pieces we love from this truly unique brand, but we’ve narrowed it down to three favourites for you here… Emerald round disc ring: A nine carat rose gold ring with a clear central emerald, held in place by a two-claw round disc setting for maximum reflection. $595.00. Tourmaline rib design: A sterling silver open ring design with 1.4 cm tourmaline. $410.00. Cognac diamond design: A floating 1.9 carat cognac diamond on 18 carat yellow gold and platinum. $5175.00. ringcraftmoana.com

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NICOLE WESSELING It’s fair to say Nicole Wesseling has hit the ground running. Having just returned from a seven-week trip to India with fellow graduates from Whitecliffe College of Art & Design, she’s already begun work as designer for menswear/tailoring specialists French83. Fresh out of college and straight into the industry, Nicole tells Steven Fernandez about her recent travels, her new role at French83 and how Whitecliffe helped get her there…

You’ve just returned from India! A buying trip or holiday? Were you inspired by their fashion? It was scholarship actually, called the Prime Minister Scholarship for Asia (PMSA). A group of eight of us from Whitecliffe travelled together to India and stayed for five weeks researching the organic cotton industry over there. The aim was to make connections for potential trade in the future. A few of us snuck in an extra two weeks to explore India and Nepal on our own. You recently started as a designer at French83. Tell us about your role there and how it came about. Have you had much experience designing menswear? I took part in the Restyle Project last year, which was a collaboration between Whitecliffe and French83 to raise money for the Dream Chaser Foundation. New Zealanders donate old suits to Whitecliffe and the students redesign them for auction on TradeMe. All proceeds go to the foundation for families facing childhood cancer. I must have impressed the guys at French83, because they approached me the night of my Whitecliffe graduate show and asked me to come in for an interview. As for menswear, I dabbled in it for my graduate collection and really enjoy tailoring. I’ve been primarily a womenswear designer up until recently, but I like to think my experience in designing

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for both men and women can broaden my perspective. French83 is quite a unique tailoring process for New Zealanders to get used to, a bit of a throwback to traditional techniques. Tell us about it… At French83 you get the opportunity to have one of our suits tailor-made to your measurements and you can choose your own fabric combinations as well. I recommend coming into the store for a fitting to determine the best cut and fabric for you. You’ll get the full experience, and you’ll meet everyone behind the label, while you have a great cup of coffee. The flagship store has just opened in Auckland and it’s a bit of a man cave. Tell us about the space and customer experience... The flagship encompasses everything a modern man needs; a tailored suit, a sleek haircut and good coffee. I design in a loft above the store, so I can always have oneon-one fittings with clients. Why did you decide to study at Whitecliffe? I managed to score a one-year scholarship from winning the Newmarket Young Fashion Designer Award in 2009, so that helped a bit. Whitecliffe has an awesome working environment; I made some of my closest friends in first

year exploring our artistic (and partying) abilities. I was given the opportunity to work at New Zealand Fashion Week and to intern for some New Zealand companies including Taylor, Charles Parsons and Apparel magazine. What is it about the fashion program there that prepared you for your career? At Whitecliffe you’ve got to be super independent and work your butt off for what you want. Hard work gets you far in this industry. I’m only a newbie but I’ve learnt so much just from getting out of my comfort zone. My position as an in-house designer is pretty diverse, but Whitecliffe helped set me up with all the technical skills I need, as well as an open mind to new opportunities. Have you always wanted to be a designer? I was really young when I learnt how to sew, I must have been at primary school. My two sisters and I used to hang out at my Oma’s house and make crafty things out of bits and bobs she got from garage sales; she was your typical Dutch woman, super thrifty. Oma was a machinist for Bendon and my mum used to make costumes and matching outfits for us as kids, so it kind of runs in the family. whitecliffe.ac.nz

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1. THE LUNCHROOM FOR THE CITY Even though the city is packed with eateries, there aren’t a whole lot of great options and city-dwellers are often overheard having ‘nowhere to get lunch’. Try this one out; The Lunchroom, in the foyer of a Queen Street skyrise, is a beautiful open space, complete with marble floors. Combine that with the delicious offering of organic and locally picked produce and you’ve got a great place to unwind for an hour. Or grab something on the go if you’re dashing to a meeting. thelunchroom.co.nz 2. TO BE FRANC Franc’s in Takapuna is simple yet sophisticated; the most idyllic spot for a catch up over breakfast, lunch or dinner close to Auckland’s magical seaside. There’s a whole REMIX MAGAZINE LIFESTYLE

range of hearty dishes, including the generous serving of fish and chips or the equally filling angus short rib beef burger. The drinks list is also impressive, so you may as well order a cold one while you’re at it. francs.co.nz 3. FRESH TASTES AT MEXICO First things first, relax, the fried chicken is still on the menu. But as is now expected from Mexico, they’ve overhauled their existing menu in favour of an entirely new selection, to keep things fresh and exciting. This one will be served in Mexico restaurants until May, so make sure you try it out. One thing you cannot go past is the braised archiote pork and clam quesadilla, complete with olive, oregano and salsa borracha. mexico.net.nz

4. EAT JUNK FREE THIS JUNE TO WIN PRIZES You’re always telling yourself to eat less junk food, so here’s the perfect opportunity to actually do it. This June, The Cancer Society of New Zealand is encouraging you to go junk free for the month as a way of raising money for the charity. By the end of the month you’ll look better and feel better, having had a healthier diet and having donated to this incredible charity. Participants will also unlock prizes along the way, from brands including Huffer, Stolen Girlfriends Club, Smashbox, Meadowlark and I Love Ugly. junkfreejune.co.nz 5. RAW KITCHEN OPENS WITH A ROAR Followers of The Raw Kitchen online now have a place to flock, with the creators behind the drool-worthy

Instagram account setting up shop on Ponsonby Road. It’s already packed with the clean eaters and the curious, serving raw savoury dishes, healthy juices and coffee made with homemade almond milk. The servings are generous and you absolutely must try their Pad Thai, which is already famous in the neighbourhood. therawkitchen.co.nz 6. NAUTICAL ALL THE WAY Regatta Bar in Takapuna is the perfect place to spend an afternoon, cocktail in hand, tucked tightly into one of the welcoming outdoor booths. These guys have nailed the nautical theme, from the design and décor right through to the seafood-focused menu, designed by chef Richard Highnam, former owner of Hawkes Bay’s The Old Church restaurant. regattabar.co.nz

7. VITA COCO ON THE GO GO Vita Coco’s boast is that drinking it is like sticking your straw straight into a coconut, and when you try it, you’ll see what they mean. Imported from Brazil, Vita Coco is 100% pure coconut water, with more potassium than two bananas and more electrolytes than you’ll find in most leading sports drinks. Perfect as a post workout go-to or afternoon pick-me-up. vitacoco.com 8. AN INNER-CITY OASIS EATERY Stepping into Pilkingtons is like stepping into a European oasis thanks to a stunning central courtyard, which is then complemented by an interior of polished wooden booths and colourful flair. It’s the ultimate spot to settle in for a few drinks after work and the sharing plates and

tapas are perfect to pass around. The chorizo served with aioli is to die for, an absolute must. 41 Shortland Street, Auckland 9. LOVELY LE CHEF This charming new French eatery on Victoria Street West is a welcome addition to Auckland’s culinary scene; you can never have too many options of French fare. Chefs Edourd Legoff and Flore Lavorel have developed a mouth-watering menu of breakfast, lunch and dinner options, both light and large, for you to enjoy over a glass of wine in this ambient little nook. Worth a visit, more than once. Le Chef, 137 Victoria Street West

FOODIES Jordan Rondel

DARK CHOCOLATE GANACHE INGREDIENTS 250ml heavy cream 250g 70% very good quality dark chocolate, coarsely chopped 1 teaspoon vanilla

My luxury ingredient is one that I use in my cake kitchen on a daily basis, yet I still consider it completely and utterly exceptional. Dark chocolate. But not just ordinary dark chocolate - the kind I use for my cakes is the best money can buy. In fact, I spend much more money on chocolate than I do on rent, or any other ingredient, but will never compromise on it because it’s such incredibly quality. I get my chocolate from a company called Equagold, who sell all sorts of other luxury ingredients, like the finest freeze-dried vanilla powder, saffron threads and

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DIRECTIONS Heat the cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it just reaches a boil (small bubbles will appear). Immediately remove the pan from the heat and pour the cream over the chocolate. Stir gently to make sure all of the chocolate is covered by the cream and allow it to sit for a minute. Stir well, until it is smooth and blended. Add the vanilla and mix it in. Pour over your cake immediately and then refrigerate if you want it to set quickly. Note: you can use a dollop of butter if you want it to be extra glossy, and a pinch of sea salt is a nice addition.

the most pure tasting cinnamon you’ll ever come across. My chocolate brand is called Barry Callebaut and it’s Belgian couverture, 70% cocoa solids, so pretty dark but not bitter. It’s naturally vegan because it contains no milk solids, is low in sugar, and melts like an absolute dream. This chocolate is the main ingredient in my famous flourless dark chocolate cake, which has been voted the best chocolate cake in Auckland! I’ll never share the recipe for this cake as it’s top secret and so easy that I’d go out of business if people knew how to make it, but here’s my recipe for silky, rich

ganache, which is simple to make, but utterly decadent. It will bring every dessert to another level of luxury. DARK CHOCOLATE GANACHE Ganache is easy to make, but also pretty easy to mess up. When it is made properly, it’s glossy and thick and delicious smothered over a cake, fruit or ice cream. I make it all the time, but it took me a little while to figure out how to get it perfect (the number one rule is very good quality chocolate)... Photo by Anna Kidman

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ANOTHER REASON TO RETURN TO PARNELL: WOODPECKER HILL Parnell is experiencing something of a renaissance, thanks to the opening of a handful of repeat-visit-worthy eateries and bars. The newest goes by the name of Woodpecker Hill.

What was once a gloomy pub has been completely transformed by renowned restaurateur Mark Wallbank, the creator and owner of Ponsonby’s popular trio MooChowChow, The Blue Breeze Inn and Chop Chop. Woodpecker Hill is a bright, airy, and masculine space. Tones of copper and textures of fur compliment the wooden and steel interiors. A spacious courtyard welcomes guests to the magic within. At the helm of Woodpecker Hill’s bustling kitchen is chef Che Barrington - the well-known master of Eastmeets-West dining. For those that aren’t familiar with his style of cuisine, MooChowChow pays homage to classical Thai food with a modern spin. The Blue Breeze Inn encapsulates the four corners of new-age Chinese offerings, while Chop Chop explores Japan’s onebowl-wonder, Ramen. Wallbank and Barrington’s latest REMIX MAGAZINE LIFESTYLE

endeavor doesn’t entirely fall under a certain country’s strict flavour repertoire. Instead it pulls ingredients such as tamarind, kaffir lime, chilli and palm sugar, which are undeniably staples of Asian cuisine, and pairs them with Western cooking techniques. The end result – a harmonious taste triumph. The menu isn’t designed to please vegetarians – this is an Oriental smoke house, after all – yet tofu is an option, if you must. Delicately-smoked beef brisket is served in a myriad of ways. Tender duck is infused with house-made curry paste, from mortar and pestle straight to burninghot wok. Soft-shell crab is flash fried alongside banana chillis and shallots. There are oysters, and sought after native Thai betel leafs topped with house-pickled papaya, peanuts, ginger and mint. Each dish designed to share. One thing I’ve always admired from Woodpecker Hill’s

sibling restaurants is their dessert menus, where diners are no longer forced to submit to green tea ice cream after feasting on Asian cuisine. Woodpecker Hill’s pineapple fritters sit atop a black-flecked vanilla bean custard, the star of the dish a fried banana cocooned in thin strands of crisp pastry. The other sweet offerings are just as appealing. Top the aforementioned wonders off with a masterfullystocked bar and cocktail list, world-class staff, and an atmosphere that all of Wallbank’s institutions effortlessly pull off, and I’m contemplating setting up camp in this newly-minted restaurant for the foreseeable future. Words and photo by Lauren Matthews of The Kitchen Collective woodpeckerhill.co.nz

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METHOD Preheat oven to 180 degrees. Beat the butter, sugar, egg and vanilla together until light and fluffy. Sift in the dry ingredients, and fold in with a large spoon until combined. Lastly stir through the chopped chocolate. Grease a medium sized ovenproof dish with butter, then spoon in the pudding mixture. Mix the brown sugar, cornflour and cocoa together separately in a bowl, and sprinkle over pudding. Lastly, pour the boiling water over the mix. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the pudding is puffy and springs back to the touch. Remove from the oven and rest for 10 minutes before serving. Dish up spoonfuls of chocolate pudding, add a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, then pour over a good swig of salted caramel sauce.

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SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE INGREDIENTS 1 cup sugar 1/4 cup water 3/4 cup cream 1 tbsp salted butter 1 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt

METHOD Add the sugar and water to a small saucepan. Place on low heat until the sugar dissolves, then turn the heat up and cook the sugar to a golden caramel colour. Remove from the heat, then quickly and carefully whisk in the cream, followed by the butter and salt. Note: it will bubble and spit a bit when you add the cream. Refrigerate until required. Serves six

I’ve been a sucker for self-saucing chocolate steamed pudding for as long as I can remember. This recipe with a salted caramel sauce is a perfect after-dinner match for a rich dark ale like Black Mac; with its undercurrents of caramel, licorice and chocolate. The dark colour of beers like Black Mac comes from the choice of malts during the brewing

process – including crystal, roasted and chocolate malt. These malts make up some of the key flavours in dark beers, like the nuttiness, coffee and toffee flavours. Dark ales like Black Mac also often have a richer texture and mouth feel than other beers, sometimes velvety or silky – paired with a chocolate self-saucing pudding the match is close to perfection!

This pudding is super easy to make, and generally you have all the ingredients right there in your pantry. I’ve taken it up a notch here by adding a salted caramel sauce. Like pizza, this pudding is also delicious for breakfast the next day (lose the beer though), so give it a whirl! Recipe & words by Al Brown

FOODIES Josh Emett WHOLE GRILLED CRAYFISH WITH RIESLING & CHIVE BUTTER SAUCE INGREDIENTS 4 whole crayfish sea salt rice bran oil for cooking Riesling & chive butter sauce 50g shallots, finely diced 150ml riesling 1 sprig thyme 60g cold butter, diced 2 Tbsp chopped chives METHOD Heat the barbecue to high. Cut the crayfish down the spine and season with salt. Brush the barbecue with a little rice bran oil. Place the crayfish on the grill cut side down, and once charred turn over and continue cooking on the shell side until just cooked, about eight minutes. Place the shallots in a saucepan with the riesling and thyme and boil until the riesling has reduced by half. Take off the heat and add the cold butter, whisking until emulsified. Scatter in the chives and coat the crayfish with the sauce. Serves four

Crayfish is one of those ingredients I’ve always had a fascination with. As a child it was the one thing, along with scallops, that I craved more than anything. Growing up on a farm outside of Hamilton it was not something that we had access to, or could afford in restaurants, but having a holiday home in Pauanui and friends who were often out diving meant every now and then we would have one dropped at our back door - and what a treat that was. We often poached them and then dressed them in a Mornay sauce to extend them a little further, or added to a lovely green salad. I’ve always had a huge appetite and loved food so it’s no surprise the career I chose was to become a chef, and all of a sudden having access to and being surrounded by these amazing creatures was an everyday thing. Whether it be Scottish lobster or the amazing and plentiful lobsters we cooked in New York that come down from Maine and Nova Scotia, though I still prefer the sweetness and delicate flavour that comes from the Kiwi crayfish. When I married Helen in a small wedding of 14

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close family members up at Matarangi beach on the Coromandel Peninsula, we got a local restaurant to cater for us. For the main course we each had a whole grilled crayfish, which was lightly grilled on the barbecue, and it was absolutely amazing. Two Christmas’ ago we spent a few days at my sister in law’s family bach at Porongahau beach on the east coast and threw down some cray pots, bringing up 30 or so in the few days we were there and that was with throwing plenty back. After a few days of crayfish for dinner we actually think we may have overdone it but took a few home and a few days later we were feasting on crays once again. At Rata in Queenstown we serve Fiordland crayfish when it’s in season, many different ways. I love this recipe in my latest BBQ book because of its simplicity; butter and crayfish should never be too far away from each other. The light Riesling sauce adds to the flavour but doesn’t overpower the subtle crayfish meat and cooking the crayfish on the barbeque, much the same way as we had at our wedding gives it a great charred flavor.

Another great way of cooking crayfish is simply to bring a pot of salted water to the boil, relative to the size of crayfish you have so they just fit in, drop them in and then turn off the heat and let it cool. This cooks them gently and you get a very clean, pure flavour. By all means if you want to add vegetables, wine, herbs etc. to the water to make a wonderful court bouillon that’s a bit more of a jazzed-up version of the same thing and tastes superb. The shells from the crayfish make the best stock or bisque, so save those and get cooking. I would use the stock for making a risotto and love a good bisque as a starter. Words by Josh Emett Recipe and image reproduced with permission from Josh’s Backyard BBQ by Josh Emett. Published by Random House NZ. RRP $60.00. Copyright text Josh Emett. Photographs © Kieran Scott, 2014. Available nationwide now.

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STEAMED MUSSEL BOUILLABAISSE INGREDIENTS ¼ tsp saffron threads 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, diced 400g can chopped tomatoes 4 cloves garlic, crushed 1 bay leaf 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1 tbsp fennel seeds 1 cup dry white wine 2 cups chicken stock 2kg mussels, scrubbed & debearded 1 small handful Italian parsley, roughly chopped Salt & freshly ground black pepper

As crimson as the setting summer sun and more expensive than gold, saffron threads are painstakingly plucked by hand and dried the day the crocus sativus saffron flower blooms. One plant can bear up to four flowers, each of which produces three stigmas, or threads, and it’s said to take up to 500,000 stigmas to produce just one kilo of dried saffron. No wonder it’s such an exotic and expensive spice. Saffron is widely used in Indian, Persian, Arab, European and Turkish cuisines. Similar to vanilla, you get what you pay for with saffron. Quality threads are bright red, because colour and flavour is most concentrated in the tips of the stigmas. Yellow saffron may have a nice aroma, but will offer little in the way of colour or added flavour to your dish. So do your research before you buy – you can even find New Zealand-grown saffron in selected food stores.

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To get the most out of your saffron, soak it in a little warm water or white wine before adding it to your recipe. This will help to release the natural flavours and disperse the aroma through your dish. Because, as sumptuous as this spice is, no one wants to taste a large clump of saffron in one mouthful. Before you get too worried about sprinkling this liquid gold here, there and everywhere, bear in mind that a little goes a long way. Add a pinch to Italian risotto, Spanish paella, French bouillabaisse, Iranian polow and Indian biryani for colour, a pungent, bitter flavour and an almost hay-like aroma. One of my favourite ways to use saffron is to steam a big pot of mussels and serve them with this bouillabaissestyle sauce – add buttery toast, a crisp glass of pinot gris and your evening just got a whole lot better. Photo by Jono Parker.

METHOD Soak saffron threads in a small dish with 1 tablespoon of warm water. Set aside. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, ½ teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and slightly golden, 8-10 minutes. Add tomatoes, garlic, bay, thyme, fennel seeds and saffron threads (including soaking liquid) and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring often. Add wine, cook for 2 minutes until the liquid has reduced by half, and then add chicken stock. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes. Add mussels to the pot, increase heat to high and cover. Steam mussels for 7-9 minutes, stirring several times during cooking. Discard any mussels that do not open. Remove bay leaf and season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Ladle mussels and broth into bowls, and sprinkle with parsley. Serve with garlic aioli and buttery toasted baguette, to mop up all of the delicious broth. Serves four

A PLACE TO TAKE YOUR VEGAN MATES Resident Remix foodie Lauren Matthews finds a place for you to take your vegan and vege mates and not go hungry…

Motobites (Vegan), V-Twin Vege Burger (Vegetarian)

I have a friend who’s a vegan. She’s nice and all, but eating out together is almost as difficult as trying to explain quantum mechanics to a four year old… Or was. Both my animal-loving friend and I just discovered BurgerFuel have a generous number of vege and vegan-friendly offerings. I can’t decide if the Combustion Tofu burger and its perfectly cooked tofu layered with all the vege trimmings and lashings of punchy plum sauce is the winner on the day, or if the V-Dub Vege is

where it’s at. Yes, it usually comes with cheese, but this satisfying vege pattie burger is completely customisable, so simply omit the cheese and aioli to make it vegan. BurgerFuel’s staff are all wellschooled on the ins and outs of the vegetarian and vegan sitch, so if you’re unsure what to order, like we were, just ask. I’m all about the sides to accompany my burger, and yes, you guessed it, BurgerFuel has our vegan friends covered in this department too. Their

kumara and classic ‘Spud’ fries are vegan of course, but to really up the ante I would most definitely recommend Motobites, crunchy morsels made up of pumpkin, chickpeas, carrot and a hint of ginger. Even if you’re not a vegan, they’re great. All in all, BurgerFuel has really nailed the notion of ‘no animals were harmed in the making.’ Beautiful, fresh, not to mention tasty fare that makes me think I can now take my vegan friend out for a meal more often. After all, vegans are people too.

BACK TO BASICS with Sean Connolly & Gusto at the Grand Celebrity chef Sean Connolly’s motto is pretty straightforward: Keep it simple, but do it well. That’s certainly been the foundation for his restaurant, Gusto at the Grand at SKYCITY Auckland. Gusto celebrates its first birthday this March, continuing to serve patrons with what Sean calls ‘real’ Italian food, the grassroots of true Italian cuisine. Sean spends as much time on airplanes as he spends in kitchens these days, flying between his restaurants in Sydney, Adelaide and Auckland, constantly working on new ideas, all which involve recognisable dishes made to perfection. There have been a few trips to Italy over the years, working with some of the greats and taking inspiration from the south, from where Gusto’s menu was inspired. ‘If you can’t make sense of it on a menu, then don’t make it in a kitchen,’ he tells me over lunch at Gusto’s

popular chef’s table, in the centre of its bustling kitchen. We start on the antipasto platter of cured meats, picking away at the delicious selection of meat, olives and bread sticks. Simple, but tasty. ‘It’s all about really good produce. We use Lewis Road creams in our desserts, and fresh house made ricotta and pasta made daily. Our menu changes depending on what’s fresh and what we can get, whether that be tomatoes and asparagus in the summer or things like pumpkin in the winter. We tailor the dishes around what’s fresh,’ he says. Lunch is a garlic and rosemary pizzetta with housemade honey ricotta, fried calamari with lemon aioli, the Cloudy Bay clam spaghetti and the mouthwatering crumbed veal cutlet. It’s all designed to share, exactly how they’d serve it in Italy. ‘There are no edible flowers, no microherbs and no

bubbles on this menu. There’s a time and place for that sort of thing and I do enjoy making those kind of dishes, but what it is for me in my restaurants is food that I myself enjoy. There’s no hidden agenda or ingredients; what you read on the menu is what you get and you’ll be blown away by how well the team here make it.’ By the time dessert’s up – the hazelnut semifreddo with salted caramel centre and a rum baba drowned in Appleton’s rum – Sean’s reflecting on his Australasian empire. He’s clearly proud of Gusto, which is packed night after night with Aucklanders and travellers enjoying its hearty fare. It’s warm, it’s comfortable and the staff are human. It’s simple pleasures, but simple very well done. skycityauckland.co.nz/restaurants/gusto-at-the-grand Words by Steven Fernandez

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HARBOURSIDE OCEAN BAR GRILL Auckland’s premium seafood restaurant renovated, refined & reopened

The reopening of Harbourside Ocean Bar Grill represents so much more than a renovation. It’s a total redesign and refinery of the Harbourside experience. Using the popular traditions of the iconic Auckland restaurant, Harbourside has been modernised and joined by a spiral staircase to Botswana Butchery downstairs. Level one for meat, level two for seafood. Pretty simple really. ‘Harbourside is premium seafood, whereas downstairs [Botswana Butchery] is premium meat. It’s a little more casual downstairs, a little more refined up here,’ says

executive chef Stuart Rogan. ‘We’re about fun dining as much as fine dining, having people interact with the food, so the whole experience is fun. Using your hands, chopsticks, bringing together different styles and cuisines. We do a Vietnamese curry for two and platters that get the whole table interacting.’ The new menu is classically inspired yet always creative, with a wine list that’s elegant without being complicated. ‘Yealands wines can match to any of the dishes we put up. We have a real emphasis on freshness, so there are a lot of taste notes with Yealands we’re able to match with

the dishes we do,’ says Rogan. Sure, winter is on the way, but never fear, because you can now enjoy the famous Harbourside deck in any conditions, thanks to the retractable canopy that was installed in the renovation. Watch a stunning harbour sunset with a seafood platter, a glass of Yealands wine and a group of friends, without being disturbed by Auckland’s sometimes-iffy weather. harboursiderestaurant.co.nz Words by Steven Fernandez

ICE CREAM DREAMS We may be inching towards colder days but at Remix HQ we don’t really see why we should stop enjoying chilly treats - especially with the delectable offerings currently available. Here are three of our faves…

DR FEELGOOD’S HANDCRAFTED FROZEN POPS Boasting ‘an ice pop that even the healthiest kalechugging hipster couldn’t put down’, Dr Feelgood’s are all about unexpected fusions created from nutritious and delicious ingredients - Salted Caramel & Apple, Raspberry, Lime & Coconut, Flat White Coffee & Cream and Lemon, Manuka Honey and Ginger to name but a few - with options for those keen to avoid gluten, dairy, refined sugar, preservatives, colourings, nuts and more. Extra points for very cool packaging.

GIAPO HAUTE ICE CREAM Ice cream lovers recently cast their vote on Trip Advisor - Auckland’s Giapo Haute Ice Cream serves the nation’s best frozen ‘creations’. Chef Giapo Grazioli uses only natural and organic ingredients and makes his ice cream twice daily in his Queen St store, serving thousands of scoops every day. And these aren’t ordinary ice cream cones, with flavours from Lamington and Pavlova to Blood Orange & Martini Rosso and Raspberry & Rosé, finished with elaborate toppings and served in decadently dipped cones.

LITTLE ISLAND ICE CREAM Take yourself on a short tropical holiday with Little Island, brought to us by Tommy and James, the dudes who created Nice Blocks. It’s New Zealand’s first coconut-based ice cream and not only are these delish little pots vegan and free of dairy, gluten, nuts and soy, they taste freakin’ yum! With four classic flavours Vanilla Bean, Chocolate, Mango and our fave Banana Bean - using fair trade and organic ingredients where possible, they also contain less sugar and half the fat of regular ice cream for a guilt free treat experience.

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Ever heard the saying ‘quality over quantity’? Well, Citroen are big fans of that saying, nicely fitting only the very best features into their vehicles with innovative design and technology. The new Citroen C4 Cactus is testament to that, which is why it received the Top Gear UK Hatchback of the Year 2014. This car is incredibly compact – you’d never guess that it has 358 litres of boot space. Then the rear bench seats fold down to accommodate your weekends away at the bach or beach. REMIX MAGAZINE LIFESTYLE

Spacious, welcoming and free from clutter, the minimalist interiorof the Citroen C4 Cactus is defined by attention to detail and the use of subtle, durable materials. There are comfy sofa-style seats in the front, plus plenty of legroom for those in the back. You’ve got the vehicle’s cutting-edge technology at your fingertips. The 7-inch touch screen interface controls the air conditioning, Bluetooth functionality, jukebox, audio streaming and more. Then when you’re negotiating those pesky tight parks, the colour reversing camera

provides crystal clear images on the touch screen, so you’ll know where you are to the last millimetre. And saving the most fun bit for last, you can personalise the Citroen C4 Cactus to make it your own. There are ten ah-mazing body colours to choose from, then you can also change the colour of the vehicle’s ‘Airbump’, which is a stylish side panel to protect the car from dings and scrapes. citroen.co.nz

ROASTED 20 years of SIERRA’s original roastery It’s kind of crazy to think SIERRA have been roasting coffee for almost 20 years now. Having started roasting out the back of their original Jervois Road café in Ponsonby, they now supply to their cafes and selected supermarkets nationwide. They used to roast 50 kilos of coffee per week, they now roast over 1000 kilos. But don’t think a major rise in quantity has compromised quality. SIERRA continues to roast coffee daily, putting a great deal of care and attention into every batch, providing our community of coffee snobs with seriously tasty blends. ‘Most of our stuff is single origin and then we blend it after, based on how we want to create the blends,’ says SIERRA general manager Pete Campbell. ‘You’ve got coffees from different parts of the world – mostly Africa, Central America, South America, Indonesia and the South Pacific. All of these coffees will have different flavour characteristics and what you, as a blender, are trying to do is bring two or three beans

together that’ll work with espresso coffee and equally with flat whites.’ Each batch of SIERRA’s Roaster’s Blend is crafted to be well balanced, with a caramel sweetness and bright acidity. It’s available as a whole bean, espresso or plunger variety. Having SIERRA in supermarkets means you can always have quality blends on hand, the challenge is then manipulating them to get a great cuppa. ‘To roast the beans, you’re looking at about 16 to 18 minutes per roast, so we can do about three in an hour. In terms of how you roast coffee, it’s fundamentally the same in most places, it’s how you manipulate it and tweak it to get the most out of the coffee that’s the difference.’ Of course you know where you can go to make sure the coffee making is on par with the blend… any SIERRA Café. That now goes for you too South Islanders, the first ever South Island SIERRA opens in Christchurch this month. sierracoffee.co.nz

HOW TO MAKE THE PERFECT FLAT WHITE It was recently reported that more flat whites are consumed per capita in Auckland’s Grey Lynn then any other place on Earth. Face it kiwis, we’re addicted to coffee. Even though we drink one (or two, or three or five) every day, we were shocked to realise that no one in the Remix office actually knew how to make a decent flat white. So we called on L’affare coffee whizz Cory Hodges to show us the ropes in five easy steps. STEP ONE: GET EQUIPPED - Ensure you have the right equipment; an espresso machine which can produce enough pressure to perfectly texture milk and create a top quality espresso. The Rocket R58 coffee machine offers a myriad of features for top performance, including a dual boiler system and a top quality grinder. STEP TWO: FRESH INGREDIENTS - Fresh ingredients are key! Fresh coffee and milk will help create the perfect flat white. Fresh coffee will give you the flavour, body and crema you expect from top quality espresso, while fresh, full fat milk is the easiest to texture, producing glossy milk that is easy to manipulate. REMIX MAGAZINE LIFESTYLE

STEP THREE: EXTRACT THE COFFEE Dose 20 grams of fresh, finely ground coffee into a double basket. Using the tamper, press down onto the coffee evenly until the compressed coffee is in line with the reference line in the basket. Engage the handle into the group head of the espresso machine and lift the leaver which will start the extraction. Run the extraction for 25-30 seconds, until you have an espresso shot which is roughly 40ml in volume or 30g in weight. STEP FOUR: TEXTURE THE MILK - Texturing the milk involves pouring fresh, cold, full fat milk into a milk jug. Fill the jug to the bottom of the pouring spout, this

level will allow enough room to both stretch and texture the milk in a whirlpool motion. Purge the steam wand after texturing the milk, to ensure no milk is left in the steam wand. STEP FIVE: SWIRL AND POUR - Give the milk jug a slight swirl to integrate the foam into the milk. After giving the espresso base a slight swirl tilt the cup to a 45° angle and pour the milk slowly, preferably with a spout jug. This will give you maximum control and allow you to create latte art if you wish. laffare.co.nz

LIQUID GOLD Like many of the ‘secret’ surf spots that exist along Gisborne’s coast line, they may not be that secret anymore but are momentous enough to retain the status. Stephen Green discovers two of the regions other best kept ‘secrets’. A famed winery and a newly reinvigorated craft brewery. CULT CHENIN BLANC With some of the highest sunshine hours in New Zealand, Gisborne is undoubtedly a grower’s paradise. Ten minutes south of Gisborne on the banks of the Te Arai River lies the Millton winery, which taps into the region’s plentiful resources - but there’s far more at play here than just sun-drenched vines. Established in 1984 by James and Annie Millton, this is a place where exceptional wines are grown from Millton’s own vineyards Te Arai, Opou, Riverpoint and Domaine Clos de Ste. Anne. This is a place first planted in 1871 by early settlers. Tireless work and attention to detail are part of day to day life for the winery, a dedication and undertaking that produces more than just avant-garde wines. In 1989, Millton became New Zealand’s first BioGro certified vineyard - New Zealand’s gold standard organic certification. With devotion from day one to biodynamic principles, in 2009 Millton became the first winegrower in the Southern Hemisphere to gain biodynamic certification, a sustainable agriculture movement that employs a holistic and spiritual understanding to nurture the vitality of the soil and environment. The by-product of such a dedicated ethos can be seen clearly in the wines. From Chardonnay to Viognier and Rose to Pinot Noir the wines reflect the work invested in their production. One wine that beautifully demonstrates the ‘reap what you sow’ policy is their Te Arai Vineyard Chenin Blanc. With this Millton, a pioneer in the varietal, have created a wine that has cult-like status among the fermented grape circles far beyond our antipodean shores. Stylistically similar to the great French Chenin Blancs of Vouvray but with Millton’s East Coast signature

biodynamic X factor. The Millton Te Arai Chenin Blanc has won many accolades throughout its history, with the 2002 vintage securing a prestigious new-world wine ‘classic’ status by gaining inclusion to Neil Beckett’s, ‘1001 wines to drink before you die’. One of only a few New Zealand wines selected, and in the company of the world’s greatest new- and old-world wine producers. millton.co.nz CURRENT RELEASE HIGHLIGHTS Te Arai Vineyard Rosé 2014: The Pinot and Merlot blend produce a deep blush-coloured potion. Wild red berries, refreshing acidity and a touch of tannin. A beautiful off dry rosé. Te Arai Vineyard Chenin Blanc 2014: Stylishly tenacious, fragrant and fleshly. Citrus, honey and a long zesty backbone make for a wine that will age like its famous French counterpart. 2013 Millton La Cote Pinot Noir: An old-world styled Pinot Noir, refined and perfumed. Soft savoury fruit, balanced texture and tannins with a dry flinty finish. Notably resolved for its vintage. CUT & POLISHED – SUNSHINE BREWERY 2.0 It was the summer of 89 (seriously) and ‘Girl You Know It’s True’ by Milli Vanilli was number one on the charts. Fortunately a couple of Gisborne surfing buddies decided to experiment with beer instead of chasing the dream of becoming a lip-syncing pop duo. Before long the boys had kicked a goal; a famously good sessionable lager was born inside a shed they named ‘The Sunshine Brewery’. Through the 90s and 2000s ‘Gizzy Gold’ gathered groupies in Gisborne and beyond whilst stockpiling numerous awards and trophies along

the way. A couplel of decades on and with 1700 brews down, one of New Zealand’s oldest craft brewers has moved out of its ‘shed’ and undergone an extensive redevelopment, relocating the brewery a stone’s throw from Waikanae Beach. They’ve built a new taproom, and just as the name suggests – they have taps, no less that eight of them. Want to try some? Don’t mind if we do! Let’s start with their signature classic Lager, Gisborne Gold 4% - a refreshing lager with hop aromas over a lightly toasted maltiness, and Gisborne Pilsner 5% - an all-malt affair for the Pilsner purist, with a big hop hit. And then there’s the limited edition ‘Sunshine Project’ collection. The Waka Blond 4.5%, a light, zesty malt drop, the classic summer ale with a twist. The Offshore IPL 6.4%, vanilla, malt with a slight citrus twist - a refreshing and fragrant larger. The Power Cut Ale 2.6%, our favourite as sampled – a low-alcohol beer with a big personality, dark moody malt with XL flavour. Also available in the ‘Sunshine Project’ range is the Bulls Brew and Black Magic. While you’re at their new ‘shed’ you can sample some of the local fare, washed down with one of their fine brews, or get up close and personal with the brewing process. With both heritage and experience in brewing boutique regional beers - 26 years to be precise, it’s no surprise that they’re serving up Sunshine at many of the country’s top spots - from Auckland’s Blue Breeze Inn to Wellington’s Logan Brown and many places in between, the revitalised Sunshine range is again showing up around the country where it belongs. No longer Gisborne’s best kept secret. sunshinebrewery.co.nz Words by Stephen Green

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kylie There was quite simply no one more fitting for the cover of this issue of Remix than Kylie Jenner. As the youngest sibling off the star-making conveyor belt that is the Kardashian family, Kylie stole exceeding levels of limelight from her megastar sisters at the end of 2014. And that’s saying something, since her older half-sister Kim Kardashian West is arguably the world’s most famous woman and the other Jenner sister, Kendall, has rapidly become the fashion world’s hottest catwalk model.

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“...people started paying a lot of attention to Kim. I didn’t really know what was going on. I can’t remember a time when people didn’t know us…”

Kylie has the lips that are on everybody’s lips, perhaps the most talked about set of smoochers since Angelina Jolie’s. Her Instagram followers - 18.1 million of them at time of publication - follow her religiously and reward the selfies of her pouted lips with upwards of 1.5 million likes. She is the 9th most-followed Instagram account in the world with an audience growing faster than her sisters.

the dot, sat straight down for hair and makeup and chatted casually. No lengthy list of demands. Her lunch was teriyaki chicken from a Japanese drive-thru around the corner from our studio. Brown rice with mayo on the side. She was unruffled by the whirlwind around her – camera crews, lighting guys, a sound team and producers following her every move.

‘I have my alerts turned off, so I only get alerts from the people I follow. I still check my likes of course. I almost have two million on one of my pictures, which is so crazy. I have 1.93 million on this one picture, beating the whole family. No one has gotten two million yet!’ she says of her newfound ‘Instafame’.

‘Throughout my whole life my dad was famous and had a name, so I was used to that. Then I was nine when we started the show, when people started paying a lot of attention to Kim. I didn’t really know what was going on. I can’t remember a time when people didn’t know us. For me this is just a normal thing,’ she says, referring to the camera two feet from our faces and the sound boom dangling two feet above us.

Deciding to shoot a Kardashian was one thing, actually doing it was another. Our temporary foray into the Kardashian world was, well, out of this world. Make no mistake; Kylie herself was a seasoned professional, clearly trained through years of observing her hardworking sisters. She arrived at 9:30am on

‘This is not really a normal day for me. I’m still in school, I’m home-schooled with my teacher every day and I do a lot of normal things with my friends. I love Mexican food, I love going to the movies.’

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For all the lighthearted relief Keeping Up With The Kardashians and its spin-offs provide, the business of being a Kardashian is no laughing matter. Kylie’s full-time manager, assigned solely to the two younger girls, manages a strict daily schedule, which sees the girls move from studio to location, from shoot to interview, from red carpet to runway. Kylie is a part of a much greater multi-million dollar empire and she’s in the business of being herself. We’re told by her manager on arrival that had she been in town, Kylie’s mother Kris would never have allowed her daughter to watch a movie at midnight, which Kylie did the night before our shoot. The manager’s phone rings constantly as Kris checks in throughout the day from New York. ‘I’m about to turn 18, so I’m starting to do more of my own stuff, like acting and other stuff I’m interested in. Kendall hangs out with my family a lot, I hang out with my friends a lot. My family always jokes that I’m always off doing my own thing and they never know where I am,’ she says.

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‘I’m not how my Instagram portrays me at all!’ Kylie is the definition of ‘Instafamous’ and a quick scroll through her feed shows that she has changed quite drastically over the last year. The most significant change has been the evolution of her lips, from what one would call somewhat unremarkable into a very voluptuous pout. The collective hearsay is that she’s had fillers put in, and that mama manager has been pushing her to look even more like her stunning (and supremely successful) older sisters. When I ask her about them, she smoothly diverts the question into a matter of colour. ‘Every time I go in to MAC my lips colours are all sold out, I can’t even get them myself. Everyone thinks I use one colour, but I use six different colours. I do my lips myself, unless I do an event and then a makeup artist does them for me. I never leave the house without my lip liners.’ ‘I’m inspired by my sisters’ beauty. My sisters are so beautiful and obviously growing up I was so much younger and never felt that. Then Kendall started modelling. I’ve learnt to look for inner beauty. I never date people for their looks, I’m attracted to personality,’ she says. For the record, Kylie turned up to our shoot without a whiff of makeup on and I’ll confirm two things for you. Firstly, yes her lips were very pillowy indeed, sans lipstick. Take from that what you want. Secondly, she is naturally very beautiful. Fillers or no fillers, Kylie shares the same star-quality her sisters have and the camera absolutely adores her. Unlike the shy and awkward teenager who hung off her father Bruce in early episodes of their show, Kylie is today a confident young woman, self-assured and the spitting image of her sister Kim, who she clearly looks up to.

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‘I really like ACNE, Celine, Givenchy, Tom Ford is the bomb and I obviously like Balmain. I still steal clothes from my mum’s closet and she actually let me borrow some shoes yesterday, because I asked nicely,’ she says. ‘But Kim’s closet is the most amazing thing you’ll ever see. I can’t even go in there because I get so mad. I’m not her shoe size and I only fit into some of her clothes. She has a whole wardrobe just for shoes, then you go into another room and there’s just clothes all around. And of course it’s all so organised.’ And just if you were wondering, Kim Kardashian is also exactly like she appears on the show. We experienced it ourselves, sort of. In the lead up to our shoot with Kylie, Kim requested to be sent our styling moodboard, which she then reviewed and returned with feedback. She called the photographer during the day, checking on the glam team and the choices of fashion. Although she was in New York launching a beauty line and preparing for husband Kanye West’s debut fashion show, she didn’t miss a beat of what was happening with us out in West Hollywood. The girls are clearly close, texting throughout the day and bouncing ideas off one another. Kylie was glued to her phone, sending pictures from the monitor to her mother and sisters, giving us feedback on what they thought about the looks. The clan operates as a whole, supporting one another in the wacky world they’ve created for themselves, a reality that no one else can quite understand. It’s wacky for sure, but as we experienced, it’s also all very real. ‘I feel like we were the first big girl family group to do this and I think a lot of families can relate to us. Like characters in a show, people connect with us.’ 98

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Photography by Stephen Tilley

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natalia kills What was meant to be a Remix interview with Natalia Kills about her role as a judge on The X Factor NZ has become something quite different. On the eve of this issue going to print, Kills and her husband, Kiwi-born musician Willy Moon, had just been dismissed as judges on the show for their joint bullying of a contestant on air, which caused a global uproar. Aside from the outrage, many people were also asking, who is Natalia Kills? Our interview and editorial, conducted earlier in the year, were intended as an introduction to a new international judge on a celebrated national TV show. After much deliberation we decided to print the story as is, to let you be the judge...

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‘I was born with the name Natalia, but I had a lover a long time ago and he used to call me Kills. He would say, “Oh you’re breaking my heart, you’re killing me. Oh my god she’s leaving me, what am I going to do? She’s killing me, she kills...” And he used to call me Kills. The name kind of stuck from there, really.’

Born in Britain and now based in New York, 28-year old Natalia Sinclair’s road to music was an unconventional one, nothing like The X Factor NZ stage, where contestants are encouraged to harness their talent and learn from a panel of industry mentors. Having moved around a lot in her youth and dealt with a father in prison, Kills relocated to Los Angeles at the age of 18, having made music in the UK and uploaded it online.

‘I met Willy in New York. I actually avoided meeting him for quite a while because I’d Googled him and knew he’d either make my life or ruin my life. He’s just a strange transcendent creature and I knew it was going to be a dream or a disaster. Anyway eventually I went with the label to one of his gigs, the last of his tour. Sure enough, an hour after the show we were horizontal in his bed. By our third date we’d decided we were getting married and we’ve been inseparable ever since. It was more than finding a best friend, it was more like finding another version of yourself,’ said Kills.

‘A couple of people had heard my songs and written to me on MySpace telling me to come to LA,’ the Kills recalls. ‘Not even thinking about it, I just bought a plane ticket and went there. I lived out of $30 motels – on Sunset Boulevard and Hollywood and Highland there’s a big row of budget motels… I lived out of the different motels for like a year and a half almost, during which time I didn’t have any money to pay for the motels. I’d pay for the first night and wouldn’t put a credit card down, I’d pay cash and say my parents were going to extend my stay for the rest of the week, but then just leave.’

They’ve established a life together in New York’s West Village. Pictures of their decadent apartment are spread across Instagram - think vintage wallpaper, furniture from the ‘30s and ‘60s, mixed with trinkets from Natalia’s grandmother. Their temporary home while filming X Factor is an inner-city Auckland hotel.

In Los Angeles Natalia left her acting days behind her, having dabbled in films and television from the age of nine, including a stint on TV sitcom All About Me. Instead she turned her attention to writing songs for soundtracks, having released a few singles back in the United Kingdom. The film tracks allowed her to make ends meet, while she continued to put pen to paper on her own tracks, including a demo ‘Womannequin’, which eventually clocked up two million airplays on MySpace. Producers started paying attention and wil.i.am signed her to his label in 2009. Her debut album Perfectionist was released in 2011 and tours with Katy Perry and Bruno Mars followed shortly after that.

‘The reason I love X Factor is because it reflects the struggle for artists,’ explains Natalia. ‘There are a lot of tripwires in the industry and I find that the show is a very close parallel to what the music industry is like. If you don’t do a good gig, people will just leave and go to bars with their friends and talk about how crap you were. If you aren’t quite adventurous, people won’t want to work with you again. If you haven’t practiced and you don’t

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have your stuff together then people will see the flaws and compare you and you’ll never be a headliner. It feels like there are all those elements in The X Factor. It’s a really good introduction, without the pains of trying to get a photo shoot, pay for a demo, find a manager and hustle a record deal.’ In other words, The X Factor allows artists to simply concentrate on their talent and practice on wowing audiences with their ‘X factor’, knowing that the cogs of the superstar-making machine are ready to start turning as soon as they win. It’s a world away from the struggle that many of today’s most successful musicians had to face in getting their talent out to the masses. As the story goes, Madonna turned up in New York with nothing but $35 and a dream. REMIX MAGAZINE PEOPLE

On the day we spoke, Kills’ world had just been set on fire, having had her song ‘Holy Water’ announced as track 12 on Madonna’s new album, Rebel Heart. Their birthdays are a day apart, so shortly after writing the track last year, Kills was summoned to Madonna’s party in the south of France. The party turned into a joint affair and the girls have remained friends ever since. ‘We actually worked together in the studio for, like, seven or eight days in New York. It was incredible to work with someone who is so creative and really knows what they want. She’s really witty and provocative and highly intelligent and creative. We ended up writing a lot of songs together and eating cookies and talking about how horrible boys can be.’ The selected track

that came out of the sessions is exactly what you’d expect from those two women. ‘Madonna’s so provocative to have done all that stuff on her albums, you know, ‘Like A Virgin’, ‘Like A Prayer’ and stuff. So I thought what would be awesome is if we made a song that referenced that religious past of hers, but we talked about the taste of her pussy! So the song is actually about Madonna tasting so beautiful that it’s like drinking holy water, and that you should feel blessed if you ever got a chance to taste it. If there’s anyone you’re going to write that song with, it has to be Madonna.’

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HEIDI KLUM ‘As you know in fashion, one day you’re in. And the next day, you’re out.’ So far though, the voice behind that famous phrase, Heidi Klum, has managed to stay in for more than 20 years. In 1992 the German-born Klum was selected from 25,000 entrants as the winner of a modelling competition which netted her a contract with Metropolitan Models New York, and first grew to international fame for her Sports Illustrated swimsuit covers. In 1997 she became the first German Victoria’s Secret ‘Angel’, and from there has featured on covers and campaigns around the world. These days she’s equally renowned as a brilliantly successful businesswoman, TV host and producer (including Germany’s Next Topmodel - more on that next issue), and the latest string to her impressive bow is her new partnership with our very own Bendon - Heidi Klum Intimates. In New Zealand for just a short time, the well-groomed whirlwind that is Heidi Klum found a few calm moments to sit down with us for a chat.

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‘I love garter belts, I wear garter belts and like short skirts where you can see a little bit and tease a little bit [laughs].’

So Sean Kelly, who was the winner of Project Runway, is a New Zealander, and we interviewed him in our previous issue... Yeah, and it was amazing because he was actually a menswear designer so he had never really done womenswear before and he was quite nervous about that. You know we shoot it in six weeks, so it’s quite fast, Sean was just amazing, because a lot of the designers go quite loopy, they cry, some of them leave in the middle of the night, literally they pack their bags and run off or they get really nasty to other people. Sean was very, very nice from the beginning to the end, and so talented. I wore one of his dresses to the Creative Arts Emmys. I don’t know if you guys saw the blue fringe dress he made for $200 in 12 hours? Normally I would call somebody like Donatella Versace and she has like, 12 people hand sewing a dress in I don’t know how many weeks, and I don’t know how much that will cost - usually a gown is like $20,000 to $30,000 dollars, and he made a gown for $200 in 12 hours. It’s pretty amazing! And it still looked luxurious. Yeah, everyone was like, ‘Who are you wearing?’ And I was like, ‘It’s a Project Runway designer!’ People couldn’t believe it. Do you know what he’s up to now? He’s staying in New York isn’t he? I don’t because after Project Runway was finished I joined America’s Got Talent and then I have many different contracts in between, like I have a haircare line in Germany, a makeup line in Germany, so I had to do all of that and then I went straight into Germany’s Next Topmodel. We’ve been filming already since the end of November. So it’s been back to back to back and I haven’t really seen what he’s been up to. When we start Project Runway again, which will probably be in May, then I always get feedback. My whole Project Runway team comes in and they usually will be like, this person is doing this and this person is doing that. So we should talk about your new Bendon Intimates lingerie, what are your favourite pieces? I love the triangle bras, I love all the soft bras. I’m not so much of a push-up bra person, but I know a lot of

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women are. For me it’s a bit more fashionable to have more of natural shape instead. I’m more of a triangle bra girl. I love the lace and cotton. I just always love more of the sexier side. I love garter belts, I wear garter belts and like short skirts where you can see a little bit and tease a little bit [laughs]. So is that kind of thing the key aesthetic you’ve brought to the range? Not only, I want to make sure I cover every woman out there. We also go in a range from very, very small up to G, which I think is very important as a lot of girls have come to me with more curves saying, ‘There’s not a lot out there for us, please make some more for us’. Also I feel like there are some styles that need to be added into the line. So I won’t be taking styles away, but I will add more styles, for example there’s now a racerback in the line. There aren’t a lot of really great strapless bras, or when you have a real low plunging neckline and you don’t want to show your bra but you want to have a little bit of push, those kind of specialty bras, I feel are missing in the collection and I want to add into the line. So how often will you be putting out new ranges? I just started six weeks ago. I had my first design meeting and we went through what was existing, what we’d like to add, like I would like to add a little more sexier pieces too. This issue we’re talking to you for is our ‘beauty and luxe’ edition. I wanted to ask you what your idea of luxury is? Luxury? Sleeping in, for me [laughs]. That never really happens. I have four children so I get up at 6 o’clock every morning and when I’m on the road I get up even earlier. Also to lay on a beach all day and really do nothing, and that hardly never happens. I don’t need a book, I just want the sun and a towel and to just lay there. I also wanted to ask about the Sia video we saw last night [which premiered at the Intimates VIP cocktail party]. That will be coming out around the time our issue does. How did that come about? Well basically we just called her up! And we said we would like to do a collaboration, asked if she’d

already planned a video for ‘Fire Meets Gasoline’ and she hadn’t, so we proposed doing a commercial with her. Immediately she was like, ‘Really? Amazing!’ The only thing she wanted was for me to wear her wig. It had to be her very specific wig, it was sent from her. She didn’t really have any other pointers. She read the treatment and she loved it and we could just kind of do what we wanted to do, she was really easy going with it. I read an interview where you said some of the people on a particular red carpet were wearing looks that didn’t match their personalities. I just thought that was really interesting... I just feel like if you wear a certain outfit that it might be tricky, or if you wear super high heels you want to know how to carry that off. I think I was more speaking in general. Sometimes I see girls in heels and they’re hobbling along and I’m like, wear different shoes! If you can’t wear or walk in super high heels, it’s better not to. Wear a heel that’s a little lower, you will be much sexier. Or you know, you wear a mini skirt that’s too short and you feel really uncomfortable, don’t wear them that short, or wear pants. You’re much sexier when you’re confident. You have to be able to carry what you’re wearing right, otherwise it backfires and it’s the opposite. So that’s how you choose your outfits? How you’re feeling on the day? I do, I do. For example, the Grammy’s, something to do with music, I would probably go a little bit more wild than if I was going to the Golden Globes for example - I would go a little bit more sophisticated. Then the Oscars, I would be more ‘Cinderella’ I’d say. So it always depends on what kind of event it is, I kind of tend to be a little bit of a chameleon and change it up. I like to have fun with fashion.

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Jacqui Markham Just a few weeks before Topshop finally hit our shores, the global fashion industry

was abuzz with the announcement that Jacqui Markham had played a quick game of swapsies, heading back to the brand as global designer director after just a year as design director at ASOS.com, to work alongside creative director Kate Phelan in heading up the in-house design team.

With over 300 stores in the UK alone, shipping to over 100 countries, Cara Delevingne’s face, an activewear range in the works with Beyoncé and another with Kylie and Kendall Jenner, the only high-street brand to show at London Fashion Week... Topshop has well and truly become one of the biggest brands in the world. Success which, according to Markham, comes down to the team behind it all. Markham began working towards her career in fashion when she discovered fashion design at her art foundation course. Her first job in the industry, over 20 years ago, was with Oasis Design. She then went on to work for Karen Millen, before joining Topshop in 1997 where she stayed for 14 years before the brief ASOS hiatus.

Her latest role as global design director was created to refocus the design and product development areas of the brand. ‘My main focus at Topshop has always been to push the boundaries in terms of our fashion offer and to be the world’s number one fashion authority,’ she says.

latest designers to announce their collaboration with Topshop. The Jenner sisters will be making Topshop the exclusive global stockiest of the KENDALL & KYLIE Young Contemporary collection, a range which has been inspired by the girl’s LA lifestyle and eclectic design aesthetic.

‘I’ve always believed that product is at the very heart of our business and we’re focusing our energies as a brand in building our global reach. International expansion and partnerships are at the very top of our agenda’.

Topshop employs over 60 in-house designers, who Jacqui supervises in collaboration with Topshop’s creative director, Kate Phelan. Their secret to success? Communication and teamwork. ‘We meet weekly to monitor shifting patterns in terms of sales - what styles are trending and what are waning in importance, also to show prototype samples to one another, so that we can potentialise the best interpretations of everyone’s ideas’.

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On where they get their inspiration from, Markham says, ‘We bring research from all sources of inspiration such as blogs, vintage clothing, exhibitions, global markets, films - quite literally everywhere’. Although for us down here in New Zealand our physical relationship with Topshop has been limited to The Department Store in Auckland, Karen Walker’s Playpark and Wellington stores or by online dating, the brand is well known for the presence of their stores. Oxford Circus, their flagship store in London, has over 200,000 customers visiting each week - proving that the social activity of leaving the computer and actually going to a store, along with the desire to take clothes home the same day, is still as large as ever. After successful store launches in America, the brand REMIX MAGAZINE PEOPLE

set their sights downunder, expanding to Australia in 2011 and now with five successful Topshop and Topman stores across the ditch. After seeing the popularity of Karen Walker’s hand-selected edit in The Department Store in 2010, Topshop asked Walker and her partner, Mikhail Gherman to work with them towards bringing the brand into the country. Based on the kiwi response to even a small selection of product, Walker and Gherman decided the plan was not to just have a small range available but to have full-scale stand-alone stores on our shores. They’re not stopping at Queen Street either, as further nationwide expansion to all our major cities is planned later this year. When asked what she thinks of the New Zealand expansion, Markham says, ‘Hopefully everyone is as

excited as we are to finally have our own store here. We’re constantly reacting and responding to what our customers are telling us from all corners of the world and we know there’s a huge appetite for stylish, on-trend pieces. We will keep endeavoring to deliver exactly what our customers want, wherever they are in the world, and with a distinctly Topshop vibe’. Their Queen Street home comes complete with the full range of Topshop and Topman collections, including beauty, accessories, footwear and premium range, Topshop Unique. The new Autumn/Winter 15 Unique collection continues to explore iconic British garments, style and subcultures, but with an added town and country spin which Jacqui says ‘spawned from a Sunday stroll at the Tate Britain’, the historic art gallery where Topshop presented the collection in February.

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steve No day is ever the same at REMIX magazine. So when I received a call from the boss, telling me to take superstar DJ Steve Aoki to CrossFit before our photoshoot, I just rolled with the punches. On the journey from his hotel to his workout, I made small talk with Steve, who is universally accepted as the ultimate party rocker DJ. Post-workout, Steve and I caught up again on the set of his Remix menswear shoot, for a chat about his time in Rotorua, the reason he throws cakes at his crowds and what he thinks about previous REMIX cover girl Paris Hilton spinning records.

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“That’s another misconception, that I’m just caking people at random and if you like it or not you’re going to get it. It’s clearly like, uhh, what do you call it? You know, when you want to have sex with someone and they want to have sex with you back?

What’s your regular workout routine at home and on tour? Do you work out everyday? Do you really watch what you eat? Often when I’m on the road it’s hard. There was a period of time when I was vegetarian for like 15 years. Then I started touring a lot, and you know, a lot of things just went out the window. But yeah I try my best to have a discipline with working out and eating healthy, since I’m never really home. And when I am home, my schedule is very regimented, even more so than on the road. When I’m home, 80% of the time I’m in the studio, because it’s the only way I can finish my music, and then the other time it’s meetings, just meetings. So tonight you’re headlining the Our House Festival, and you do events like this all the time. How do you prepare? Do you have any routines or rituals in the lead up? We get together, my team, and do like a moraleboosting kind of chat before we start the show. As far as rituals, I really consider the workout part of the daily ritual. It really changes my whole mood for the day, it makes me eat differently, it makes me think about the day in a more productive way. Like, when I work out I actually go and start up a new session in my hotel room and start working on my music. You feel more productive. The endorphin boost changes the productivity of the entire rest of the day. So I try to get that in whenever I can. Tell me about Neon Future Part 1, and why you decided to do a two-part project? Well for one, people just don’t download and listen to 16 or 18 songs anymore. We listen to music in a completely different way from when I was growing up. So when I first started writing Neon Future, I had so many different ideas that amounted to like 18

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different songs and it just didn’t make sense to put 18 songs on one album. So I split it up in a way where it would make sense to the listener. On Part 1 there’s a party element there, like ‘Rage The Night Away’, ‘Delirious’, ‘Boneless’ and ‘Free the Madness’. There are a lot of songs that are just upfront and somewhat hedonistic in a way. And Part 2 there’s a lot more songs that are more emotional; they’re proper songs, not just club tracks. I hear there may be another Linkin Park collab on there? There is. It’s really heavy. It’s not heavy in a sound design element, it’s heavy in an emotional element. It’s really dark. Those boys have always really done well too. And the ‘Born To Get Wild’ video with will.I.Am is blowing up on YouTube at the moment. How did you come up with that? That video is insane. Basically we sat down with my team - I wanted to just work with one group that totally understands what I’m going for. So we came up with the idea. The concept is a real concept. Neon Future, the thing I’m promoting, it’s like a real world of converging technology with our humanity in a way where a lot of science fiction concepts are becoming more real science. The stuff I’m reading about is so intriguing because it could happen in our lifetime. All these different stories on these videos are all based in this Neon Future world. This one in particular is kind of the typical dystopian futuristic world where cyborgs control humans, and that’s the opposite idea I’m going for. How would you describe your fashion taste and personal style? My fashion taste is always evolving, obviously. I don’t like to stick with one particular cultural reference. You know, I could one day be wearing head to toe

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KTZ and another day wearing something very much like Japanese streetwear, that could be the opposite. I like different designers. I do follow designers. So in the same way as when I was a kid I would follow record labels, which eventually got me into starting my own label, I now follow designers. It’s now 20 years of your label Dim Mak records, which is a massive operation. Can you just tell us about the latest stuff that’s going on? Yeah 2014 was a really huge year for us, especially you know how it is with selling music - it’s just incredibly hard to do that. So when that change started happening in the industry, as early as 2008, we started becoming more of a lifestyle brand, started throwing events, parties and festivals, and then eventually launching this clothing brand. And then we had some mega cultural hits from our small indie label, one of which was ‘Selfie’, which was a really huge record for us. We had over 200 million views on YouTube, sold 10 million downloads around the world. It was our first platinum selling single in America. Talking about people making music, I have to ask, - what do you make of celebrities becoming DJs? I saw an Instagram the other day of you and (former Remix cover girl) Paris Hilton and she’s just been named the Female DJ of the Year. What do you make of that sort of thing? I mean it’s going to happen, there’s room for everyone, honestly. I don’t have any criticism against her at all. I don’t have any negative criticism. If anyone wants to become a DJ, they have all the power to do that. It’s not like a social club where you’re only invited if you have light skin, or you’re male. The fact that Paris Hilton is a woman owning it as a DJ is really good for the community, having more women in the DJ space. It’s so male dominated. There’s not a lot of women producers - there’s a lot of women singers - but there needs to be more women DJing in the electronic

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‘The fact that Paris Hilton is a woman owning it as a DJ is really good for the community, having more women in the DJ space. It’s so male dominated’

space. And men need to actually, you know, have a sense of affirmative action to stand aside and let women into this space too. I’m all about it. Anything she does is going to be pretty controversial. Exactly, I mean it’s so easy to hate. But what’s the point anyway? It doesn’t solve anything. She’s gonna still DJ. And probably make a lot of money! If you don’t wanna go, don’t go. If you don’t like it then do something creative. Like I get criticised a lot because I throw cakes. If you don’t like it, you don’t have to come to the show! I’m sure you’ve been asked this in every interview you’ve ever done, but how did the cake throwing thing start? Where did that kick off? I used to always do things in my show that had nothing to do with music, just to kind of agitate, entertain and activate the crowd a little bit. That’s the way I see it, I just want to agitate and get everyone’s attention back. And it works, that’s the thing, if it didn’t work I wouldn’t do it, you know. And people want the cake, I don’t actually cake people that don’t want the cake. That’s another misconception, that I’m just caking people at random and if you like it or not you’re going to get it. It’s clearly like, uhh, what do you call it? You know, when you want to have sex with someone and they want to have sex with you back? I wouldn’t know… [Laughs] No I’m just kidding. [Laughs] Consensual. It’s consensual! We both want the caking to occur. So now for everyone else it’s a spectacle and they are a part of the show. It’s a memorable experience as well. You come from a family where you all do really cool different stuff. You’ve got really interesting careers in

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quite random different fields. Are you and your family close? Do you hang out all the time? Oh yeah, all my siblings and I are really close and I’m flying a couple of them out this week to Australia. I’m flying my mum out and my older brother and older sister. My younger sister Devon, she’s on her way to having her third child, so she can’t really fly round right now. We always try to do family trips and hang out, just because of travelling schedules, it allows us to actually have a normal time. Yeah I mean we’re all really close, I’m really close with Devon. We always plan on doing a lot of interesting, creative projects. At some point we were planning our own fashion collection together. We were planning it for quite some time. We even created collections and had to tear them down, because it wasn’t the right time, so eventually something will happen. You have this connection with Australia and New Zealand, you’re always coming Down Under. How often do you get over to this part of the world? Do you have any favorite things to do here in New Zealand that you’ve done? Yeah, let’s see, last time I was here it was 2011, I think it’s like my fourth time. I’ve had a relationship with New Zealand since 2005 because of Serato. It’s been close to 10 years. So I came down and met with the Serato team as early as the first time I came here, and played their party in 2007 or maybe earlier. Every other time I’ve always stayed in Auckland and every single time in Auckland I stayed at SKYCITY and I played poker. I’m an enthusiast. I wouldn’t say gambler but enthusiast. But this time I got to do some really cool stuff! I went to Rotorua and did the bungee and the zorbing and white-water rafting. Usually you’re rafting over crowds of people! It’s cool we did the biggest waterfall drop there was. That was cool we dropped like 20 feet or something and went under water.

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Shannon Harris aka shaaanxo Aged 17, Shannon Harris propped a $100 camera on top of her TV, picked up a makeup brush, pressed record and started talking. Just five years later, her irresistible blend of expertise, humour, huge brown eyes, immaculate blonde hair and undeniable kiwi accent have netted her more than 1.6 million YouTube followers.

Shannon, when did you start your YouTube channel Shaaanxo, and what was the motivation behind it? I started my channel when I was near the end of high school. I loved makeup, but none of my friends shared my passion. I began looking for tips online, and stumbled across YouTube, which I always assumed was all about funny cat videos and fail vlogs. I started watching a bunch of girls and guys who applied their makeup on camera, and really began to learn a lot more about makeup application. I was struggling to find the products these people were using, since I live in New Zealand, so I thought I might as well try out my own channel using products that were easily accessible. It looked like fun, and I figured I might make some friends who shared my interest in makeup online. What do you think has made Shaaanxo so internationally successful? One, because of the fact there weren’t really any New Zealand ‘beauty gurus’ around at that time. I think people watched me because I was relatable to Kiwis and Aussies. I also never claim to be professional, because I’m not, I just do my thing and I think people can relate to my personality. And two, because I think people abroad find my accent interesting! [Laughs} Seriously though, I think people are intrigued by

the fact that I live across the other side of the world. We live so differently! I also now use brands that are available worldwide, and keep everyone around the globe in mind when creating content - whether it be special occasions happening around the world, the season etc. Did you always have a big interest in makeup? Yes! For as long as I can remember. I used to take off with my mum’s eyeshadows as a kid, and play around with her makeup when she wasn’t home. It’s something that’s always fascinated me, especially when I was going through rough times as a teenager. Like most teenagers, I struggled with self confidence and bullying, and at first my makeup gave me a reason to feel good and to feel confident. It still does make me feel great, but I don’t let makeup define me any more. I try to teach others that it’s okay to wear makeup, but it’s also okay to not wear makeup. We need to learn to love the skin we’re in, and I wish I could have told myself that when I was younger. Makeup is a form of art to me now, it’s so fun to play around with different colours and techniques, and then wash it off at night and try something new the next day. What makeup brands and products do you wear on a daily basis? Due to the nature of my job, it changes daily! And 127

to be fair, most days when I’m at home editing my videos I don’t wear anything at all. I like to rock the au natural ‘I was definitely born like this’ look whenever I get the chance! On the flip side, when filming, I play around with new brands and products as often as I can. I try to do videos ranging from fullfaced, dramatic, glittery looks all the way to natural ‘school-appropriate’ looks. If I was running out for a day of errands and felt like doing something quick, I use a bit of Smashbox tinted moisturiser, a Chi Chi brow pencil, Chanel bronzing powder, some lip balm and mascara. What’s your everyday skincare routine and what skincare products do you use regularly? At the moment I’m loving Oxygen Acne Pumice Cleanser, Lush Angels On Bare Skin and jojoba oil. I keep my skincare routine moderately simple, but adding in the odd face mask here and there. I rely on a good facewash to cleanse and remove my makeup, exfoliate my skin, and jojoba oil to hydrate my skin each day and night. Could you give us five tips/tricks/products you’re loving right now? 1. Using a rich face serum 30 minutes before makeup application. It helps your makeup glide on so much smoother and gives your face a glow from within.

Forget the rules. 2014 was all about being crazy and fearless with makeup, and 2015 will be the same!

2. Loving Hurraw Lip Balm right now. It’s 100% natural and vegan and super nourishing - the weather at the moment dries my lips out something chronic and it’s what I’ve been using to bring them from zombie to comfortable [laughs]. 3. Half lashes! My xoBeauty half lashes have been a goto lately. They’re easy to apply (even for beginners), look amazing on the outer corner of your eye, and they suit any makeup look, natural or dramatic - they finish the look off perfectly. 4. A great tip for getting perfect cat-eye flicks is to use some tape from the outer corner of your eye up to the outer edge of your brow. Apply your eyeliner and gently remove the tape and it leaves a perfect line. 5. A makeup setting spray is a must for me. You can find these from brands like Urban Decay, Catherine-H and Elf. You spray the mist on your face after applying all of your makeup, and it absorbs any extra powders and helps your makeup last much longer than normal! What’s the best piece of beauty advice you’ve heard? Forget the rules. 2014 was all about being crazy and fearless with makeup, and 2015 will be the same! I always got told, ‘don’t do this… don’t do that’ and it’s ridiculous. Makeup washes off, wear it how you want to wear it. Sure, we might make mistakes every now and again and rock something that looks less than perfect on our skin tone, but who cares! You live and you learn. Experiment! Who are some of your beauty icons and why? Katy Perry, Rihanna, NikkieTutorials, Sssamanthaa… So many more. These celebrities and social media stars are all super fearless when it comes to their makeup. They rock natural, dramatic, crazy and everything in between. It’s inspiring to see people wearing things that aren’t always considered ‘beautiful’, ‘natural’ or the norm in society. What do you do to maintain a healthy lifestyle? I try to go to the gym most mornings, it starts my

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day in a positive way, and I’m all about positivity and motivation. Gym in the mornings helps me with my mindset. A positive mindset is also a key ingredient to a healthy lifestyle in my opinion. I try to look at every situation in a realistic, but still positive manner. Even when something happens that’s disappointing or upsetting, I try to think of one reason why it will make a positive change in my life. As far as food goes, I believe in a balanced diet. I eat well, but if I wanna eat a cookie, imma eat a cookie [laughs]. It’s all about not depriving yourself, but making sure you’re also nourishing your body with the nutrients you need. As you haven’t studied makeup artistry, how do you go about learning new skills and tips for your videos? As I said, I learnt from other YouTubers for the most part. As for the rest, I learnt from trial and error. Like most things, makeup gets better with practice and patience. I’ve been doing YouTube for years and I’ve picked up most of my skills along the way. You’ll see that if you look at my old videos - cringe! So which videos have you found to be the most popular or well-received by your viewers and why? Mostly my CCGRWM videos! That is, Chit Chat Get Ready With Me. I just pop on my makeup while I chat to the camera. I think that, from a viewer’s perspective, it’s easy to watch and very relatable, like you’re chatting to a mate. I also use these videos as an opportunity to try new products, give my opinions, try new techniques etc. How long does a video generally take and much time and planning goes into the making of them? To film - a CCGRWM for example - takes approximately 1-1.5 hours to film, about the same amount of time to edit and another 30-40 minutes to edit the information in the downbars once it’s on YouTube. Editing thumbnails also takes a while, the time can vary from 10 minutes to an hour sometimes if I’m being super fussy! As far as planning, some special videos take a long time - I write down a

synopsis of what I’m going to do, use, what I need to remember to talk about, what format I’ll be filming in, all of those things. Other videos take almost no planning, as sometimes I just like to turn the camera on and wing it. These I just make up as I go, and my viewers love that too. If you were going to suggest one of your videos to get someone into watching YouTube tutorials, which would it be? Here’s a good one: tinyurl.com/shaaanxoremix. It’s a CCGRWM of my current ‘go-to’ look, if I’m wanting to chuck on a full face of makeup for any occasion without having to think too much, this is what look I tend to go for. It’s fun too, because you can see the transformation before your eyes. What have you been working on lately apart from Shaaanxo? My brand, xoBeauty. We’re working on new jewellery and lashes, and some other super exciting things that I can’t talk about yet! How do you plan on extending your YouTube channel further? Not too sure to be honest - I don’t like to plan ahead too much. I intend on carrying on like I am at the moment, and of course I intend to continue to ask my viewers what they want to see. They have a big part to play when it comes to my videos, so my channel will transform with them. Who knows what will happen!

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1. SJP APPROVED MAC Cosmetics have teamed up with London’s leading couture hat designer, Philip Treacy, to release a collection. For Treacy, whose designs are loved by the likes of Sarah-Jessica Parker and Kate Middleton, the collaboration was a no-brainer, as he’s already been using the brand for his shows for 20 years. Two years in the making, the collab gave Treacy complete creative license over the range, including the visuals. Complete with a trio of beautiful headpieces to complement the makeup and showcase the structure of the face, the new range is going to be hard to miss. The release will include two highlight powders, false eyelashes, three new lipstick colours, bright coloured fluidline eyeliner and Pro Longwear Paint Pots. maccosmetics.com 2. THE GOOD OIL It smells delicious (thanks to the inclusion of sweet orange oil), goes on smooth as silk and is fabulously REMIX MAGAZINE BEAUTY

nourishing for skin - what’s not to love about Skinfood’s lush new Certified Organic Rosehip Oil?! Packed with antioxidants, natural actives and essential fatty acids, the latest offering from the New Zealandmade skincare brand is effective for scars, stretch marks, fine lines and dehydrated skin – which also helps with signs of ageing. It’s suitable for all skin types and ECOCERT approved - meaning among other good things, 100% of the ingredients are from natural origin. RRP$22.99. skinfood.co.nz 3. MID-AFTERNOON MAKEUP REVIVER Making a splash as usual, Smashbox have created their first ever primer water, designed to instantly absorb into the skin creating a sheer canvas for makeup application. The primer water can be used to lock makeup on and then to refresh throughout the day. The unique formula provides all the benefits of a primer without any of the unwanted additions, such as silicone, alcohol and oil. Instead, it’s packed full 132

of revitalising electrolytes that work to radiate and hydrate the skin throughout the day. It can even be stored in the fridge for an extra refreshing, cooling mist and application will leave the skin feeling ultra soft. smashboxcosmetics.co.nz 4. BEHIND THE VEIL Light, luxe and smooth as silk, Veiled Rouge, Shiseido’s newest lipstick range, was created to make your lips feel as if they’re quite literally wrapped in a veil. The new pearl technology gives a soft shine finish to the lipstick, which both hydrates and lasts all day long. Coming in a range of different colours, from very wearable everyday hues to sophisticated eveningwear choices, the range gives a flawless, even finish while the moisturising formulation keeps lips in pristine condition and even improves condition with regular use. shiseido.com

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1. TOPSHOP BEAUTY As if the opening of Topshop Auckland in itself isn’t an overload, the store will also feature the Topshop Beauty range of foundations, primers, eyeshadows, mascaras and brushes. The famously eclectic range of high quality lipsticks and nailpolishes are there in a whole host of quirky colours. 2. THE BRIGHT SIDE OF LIFE Shiseido have just released their White Lucent All Day Brightener, an advanced daytime moisturiser that instantly brightens and evens the skin tone. The smooth texture makes it the perfect pre-makeup primer and the light-activated particles keeps the skin looking dewy all day by emitting light when exposed to UV rays. They’ve also come up with this awesome way to dispense Vitamin C micro-capsules drop by drop throughout the day for long-lasting brightening benefits, and to continue to suppress discoloration and dullness caused by the environment. To top it all off, it’s also SPF36 – so already has a great amount of sunscreen in it. Moisturiser, primer, sunscreen and highlighter - tick. shiseido.co.nz 3. LOUBOUTIN ‘NAILS IT’ WITH NEW PARIS BOUTIQUE Shoe king Christian Louboutin has opened his 100th

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store, the first beauty boutique for his newly-launched cult range. The store is located on the same street in Paris where his flagship boutiques stand and comes equipped with a private space for clients to try out the new Louboutin beauty ritual. 4. FITE FOR BEAUTY Dermalogica have teamed up with socially conscious lifestyle brand Raven + Lily to produce a 100% organic cotton limited-edition bag to celebrate the month that plays host to International Women’s Day (March 8). The sweet tote contains four topselling Dermalogica travel-sized products and can be purchased as part of a gift with purchase promotion, with all proceeds going towards FITE – Financial Independence Through Entrepreneurship. FITE was founded in 2011 to connect women with capital, grow them through education and amplify their voice so that they can make an impact. Already over 50,000 women in developing countries have been given microloans through the FITE initiative. 5. SHEBANG-A-BANG YOUR HAIR We all know too well that our hair doesn’t look as good as it did in the mirror before you left home, all day long. Thankfully, Evo have released a new dry spry wax called Shebang-a-bang that you can apply

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whenever your hair needs a pick-me-up throughout the day. Created to make hair workable with pliable texture and a satin finish, the styling spray has an ultra-fine mist for an easy and even application. You can use Shebang-a-bang on towel-dried hair before blow drying or just spray it on dry hair to add texture whenever needed. Shebang-a-bang is good for all hair types and lengths needing flexible, touchable texture. www.au.evohair.com 6. TLC YOUR LIPS Lip balms are made to protect, but a lot of them don’t hydrate at the same time, so lips can quickly lose moisture. Made to hydrate and protect, along with adding a natural shine, Karen Murrell’s Moisture Stick is your new balm go-to. Her moisture stick, like all other Karen Murrell products, is made with natural ingredients - including avocado oil and evening primrose oil, and with no testing on animals. It can be used over lipstick, by itself as a gloss, as a lip plumper or even to tame eyebrows or over face lines before bedto help smooth and hydrate. karenmurrell.com

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1. LITTLE BLACK PRIMER Estee Lauder claim that once you give their Little Black Primer a go, you’ll wonder how you ever survived without it. This covetable new product, fronted by a campaign with Kendall Jenner, gives lashes the right base to stay curled and voluminous all day, but also works as a topcoat to set mascara and reduce flaking and smudging. Because they’ve added a black tint you can even use iton its own to add subtle definition to your look. 2. BOOST YOUR ROOTS Created to provide natural-looking height and lift without the need for teasing, back-combing or adding any unnecessary stress to the hair, Morrocanoil Root Boost instantly thickens strands at the roots to provide a long-lasting, full-bodied lift to every style. It includes the cult brand’s signature antioxidant-rich argan oil, which helps maintain the hair’s elasticity, leaving it smooth and manageable. 3. 24-HOUR SMASHBOX PROTECTION Smashbox’s newest concealer was created to instantly cover the look of most skin imperfections for up to 24 hours, without drawing more unwanted attention to the area by making skin look flakey or cakey. Water, REMIX MAGAZINE BEAUTY

sweat and humidity-resistant, the 24 Hour CC Spot Concealer adheres to and blends with your skin. The specially designed micro-precision applicator makes it easy to target problem areas and cover imperfections quickly and immensely well. 4. KIWI HEADS UP LANCOME New Zealander Lisa Eldridge, international beauty expert and the creator of the insanely popular makeup tutorial blog with millions of fans, has just been announced the new makeup creative director for Lancome. Eldridge will create products and collections that align with the ‘effortless chic’ look that she and Lancome both love, then pair that with her own tutorials to help women make the most out of their Lancome products. 5.KIEHL’S EYE-OPENER Following the global success of Kiehl’s Super MultiCorrective Cream, Kiehl’s have released an eyeopening serum developed specifically to address ageing around the eye area. They’ve made this new formula in a 5-in-1 anti-ageing solution that visibly soothes, lifts and firms the area, while restoring a youthful shape to eyes in an incredible 360-degree correction.

6. LESSONS FROM BOBBI Bobbi Brown has kicked off a series of personalised makeup lesson, available by appointment wherever Bobbi Brown is sold. All you need to do is pick from a menu of tempting tutorials and head in to meet one of the expertly trained Bobbi Brown makeup artists. With lessons ranging from 5-45 minutes, there’s something for everyone - including a tutorial dedicated solely to eyebrow perfection. Each one-onone tutorial begins with a series of quick questions, followed by a step-by-step makeup application. You’ll be given a hand-held mirror so you can see exactly what’s going on as the makeup artist demonstrates how to properly apply products, and you’ll take home a personalised face chart to help you properly recreate the look at home. L’OREAL GOES 2.0 L’Oreal are one step ahead of the game with their new virtual makeup tester. The app, named L’Oreal Paris Makeup Genius App, allows users to try makeup products and looks that have been curated by makeup artists on themselves. You’ll have the ability to either create your own look or try ready-to-wear looks in real time.

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1. HAIR PRIMER Redken’s Extreme Length Primer is one of the latest additions to their Extreme range, promising revolutionary hair-strengthening effects to give hair the potential to grow up to 6 inches longer in just one year. Enriched with powerful vitamin Biotin, this hair primer aims to restore internal strength, rebuild surface protection, and even prevent breakage. The Extreme Length Primer is ideal for anyone looking to grow their hair longer and stronger – so, basically everyone. 2. ACTIVATE LASHES WHILE YOU SLEEP ARTDECO’s new Lash Growth Activator Night Repair Balm (which can also be applied during the day) was specifically made to enhance the length of your eyelashes. When applied nightly, lash length can increase up to 200% in one month. With a newly redesigned brush using soft Pedex fibres, the transparent active-ingredient concentrate of peptides and bio-energisers coats your lashes evenly from root to tip. 3. LUCIA PICA FOR CHANEL Legendary Italian makeup artist Lucia Pica is the newly appointed Chanel global creative makeup and colour designer. After being a freelance makeup artist since 2008, Pica is well known in the industry for

her creativity, her distinctive colour expertise and her modern interpretation of beauty. 4. MAGIC IN A SILVER POT Did someone say cult beauty product of 2015?! Shiseido’s new multi-solution Ibuki Gel was created to help combat breakouts, visible pores, roughness and other beauty problems. Stress, lack of sleep and lifestyle habits can all make your skin flare up, but this miracle in a silver pot is perfect to apply directly to your problem areas, and acts as a shield to enhance the skin’s natural healing ability. We’re obsessed with the unique tap-to-use gel texture and we’re not alone 91% of users surveyed said their breakout-prone skin felt instantly more comfortable upon use. 5. ANOTHER FLAWLESS FORMULA FROM ELIZABETH ARDEN Elizabeth Arden Flawless Finish Perfectly Satin 24HR foundaton was created to provide a lightweight, comfortable-to-wear formula that lasts for, you guessed it, 24 hours. Based on enhancing the skin rather than masking it, this creamy foundation mixes full coverage with light texture, resulting in a natural yet perfect-looking base. Infused with Vitamin E, which contributes to anti-ageing, it’s also SPF15 to protect against sun damage and available in 10 different shades.

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6. FASHION SUDS Beloved Trilogy Botanical body wash has had a wee makeover from New Zealand fashion house Hailwood, to add a little extra style to your shower. The cool Hailwood-designed label makes this beauty staple the centre of attention in any bathroom. It doesn’t just look good on the outside either, it’s also packed with beautiful ingredients including kawakawa, amla fruit and French lavender oil to leave the skin clean, soft and rejuvenated. As it’s only available in New Zealand for a limited time, the unisex Hailwood collaboration makes the perfect gift. 7. EYE UP AN ARTDECO STYLO If you’re not sure where to start with making your eye colour pop, or you’re sick of carrying around a bunch of products to do one job, ARTDECO have saved the day with their new High Performance Eyeshadow Stylo. They’ve come up with the perfect tool to create smoky eyes, quickly and painlessly. Rather than the old ‘brush and powder’ technique, the eyeshadow comes in an easy-to-use eyeshadow pencil complete with a built-in sharpener. This great invention is so easy to use that it’s sure to be the new favourite way to enhance eyes. Made to last for 10 smudge-resistant, waterproof hours, the ARTDECO Stylo is available in eight shades - with the paler hues ideal for subtle highlights.

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1. GIORGIO ARMANI introduces their new fragrance, Sì Eau de Toilette, a bright and delicate interpretation of their immensely popular fragrance, Sì, mixing blackcurrant sorbet and pear accord with a trail of musky blond woods. 2. YSL BEAUTÉ reinvents a classic through a new artistic limited-edition collab where art meets fragrance. The collector’s edition of Paris Premiere Roses was conceived by Japanese artist Houxo Que and is a must for fans of the scent wanting a cool point of difference. 3. ELIE SAAB have released a limited-edition fragrance called ‘Resort Collection’, modelled on the sea’s golden reflections and beaches covered in sunshine, it’s floral and fruity but also combines Elie Saab’s classic sensual elegance. 4. CONFIANCE is the fifth fragrance by fragrance masters Valeur Absolue. With strong notes of clove,

vanilla and cinnamon, Confiance gives off warmth and spiciness to help give any woman the selfconfidence needed to take on the world. 5. ISSEY MIYAKE has released three limited-edition fragrances for men in his new Expeditions collection. The fragrances, L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme, L’Eau d’Issey Homme Sport and Nuit d’Issey, were created to explode with purity and freshness, inspired by the exploration of nature. 6. Introducing JUICY COUTURE Hollywood Royal, their new limited-edition eau de toilette with notes of candied apple, jasmine sambac and cashmere wood, mixes femininity with just the right amount of edge. 7. MICHAEL KORS has released his newest limited edition fragrance, White. With top notes of violet, freesia, ylang and dewy green, White has a luxurious and sensual fragrance finished with white musk and

cedarwood. 8. CITY BLOSSOM is the new limited-edition women’s fragrance by Issey Miyake, created to feel like a spring breeze, popped with pink peppercorn and citrus and encased in a pretty pink edition of the classic bottle. 9. BURBERRY have added exciting new women’s and men’s fragrances to their Brit Rhythm collection. Brit Rhythm for Women is floral and sensual with a fruit twist, combining powerful femininity with a sultry rock ‘n’ roll edge, while the men’s offering is sensual and masculine with a seductive leathery accord. 10. The citrus and fruity accents of ELIZABETH ARDEN Untold Eau Fraiche are combined with sleek woods for a beautiful and original fragrance, adding a delicate and uplifting dimension to the Untold collection.

KYLIE JENNER - GET THE LOOK Since word got out about our cover shoot with Kylie Jenner, we’ve been inundated by enquiries about her hair and makeup on the day. So here’s the inside scoop from the hair and makeup artists who worked on the softly romantic yet youthful and edgy look we created for Kylie.

CLYDE HAYGOOD, HAIR STYLIST I wanted Kylie to have a natural, undone lived-in look to her hair, with lots of volume and movement, but that stayed adaptable to changing throughout the day. To get Kylie’s tousled, textured look I first blowdried her hair using Kardashian Beauty K-Body Volume Foam to lift the roots and start building the texture. I then added Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray

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throughout her hair to accentuate the layers and keep building texture. In between shots I refreshed and re-volumised her lush locks by adding Kardashian Beauty Take 2 Dry Shampoo. This product is amazing to revamp your hair’s style and give it new life. ETIENNE ORTEGA, MAKEUP ARTIST We got that beautiful rosy glow using Kardashian

Radiant Ombre Blush, then used La Mer’s The Powder for a perfect luxe translucent finish. Kylie’s eyes are swept with warm and bright gold hues using the Tom Ford eye colour quad in Cognac Sable. We then topped the look with lashings of L’Oreal Voluminous mascara and Ardell individual lashes for maximum impact.

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LINDEN LEAVES

They say beauty is what’s on the inside, and that continues to ring true for Linden Leaves. Founded and still operated here in New Zealand, Linden Leaves has now been producing naturalbased beauty products for over 20 years. Juliet Blair, global marketing manager for Linden Leaves and daughter of founder Brigit, talks to Isabelle Truman about why they continue to produce in New Zealand and why people have the wrong idea about oil…

How did Linden Leaves get started? My mother Brigit started the company 20 years ago. I think her main inspiration came from my brother and sister as they both had really bad allergies as well as asthma and eczema. Mum got quite interested in the ingredients in existing products, and from her research she found that a lot of the products were really synthetic and medical, in boring white pots and stuff like that. She decided she wanted to create a product that people with problematic skin could use, but that was still a really lovely product. Linden Leaves has been made in Canterbury for 20 years. There must be temptation to produce offshore to cut costs... Why hasn’t Linden Leaves? For us quality is paramount and we really want to be in control of what’s going into our products. There have been too many scares with offshore production for other companies. When we do it in New Zealand we have total control over the whole process and can be really comfortable about what we’re putting out. We love to support New Zealand too and are proud of the fact we’re from here. Linden Leaves is staunchly cruelty-free, natural and free from all nasties. Why is this important to you? Do you think these qualities are growing in importance? I think they’re personal values. Linden Leaves is very much a family company - the staff and team we have with us, a lot of them have been with us for 20 or so years. It doesn’t really run like a business that’s purely intent on making a profit. We want to make the products to make people feel good and look great, without doing damage in the process, so that’s sort of a no brainer. What are your favourite products personally? Personally, I really love oil. I would struggle to not have oil in my daily life. I like the fact that there’s not much in it ingredients-wise, but what is in there is really good for you. I love how it feels when it goes on the skin. People often have this perception that oil is really sticky or greasy, which probably comes from REMIX MAGAZINE BEAUTY

the whole baby oil thing. We don’t have mineral oil, we only have fruit and plant oils, which are very good quality and soak in really fast. They leave your skin looking lovely. I understand your entire skincare range is NATRUE certified. Are there plans to expand this certification to some of the other products in the Linden Leaves range? NATRUE is European standard and it’s quite strict. We looked into various certification standards and because we sell overseas as well, we wanted to use a standard that would be recognised in various countries all over the world. We have certified organic ingredients in our other ranges but we haven’t gone so far as to certify the whole product as it’s a really huge process and quite restrictive in what you can and can’t use. We took about two years going back and forth, working with scientists and the natural standards authority, to make sure we were really happy with how the products worked. You have some pretty special ingredients in your products... We get our white tea from China, which is certified organic by a European company. We get it from there because that’s where it originates – it’s all handpicked and really high quality. We source a lot of our ingredients from New Zealand, like our manuka oil. With our wild apples, we actually go out and pick those ourselves too. Ingredients that make sense to use from New Zealand we do, but France is known for having the best fragrances in the world, so we source fragrance from there. One of the products that really caught our eye is the Miraculous Facial Oil... I use it every day – morning and evening. I think the ingredients are our point of difference. The oil in there is a really high-quality rosehip. It’s mixed with evening primrose oil, which is amazing for your skin, and then it’s got organic white tea extract which has been found in studies to have 500 times more of a potent antioxidant effect on the skin than Vitamin 140

C. You put it on and within a few seconds your skin starts to look better. It’s quite a cheesy name, but it actually is quite miraculous. What can we expect to see more of from Linden Leaves in the coming year? More amazing skincare products. We’ve got an eye cream and a beautiful night cream coming, plus a couple of other products in that range as well. We’re focused on really harnessing the power of our ingredients. We’re at that point now where we’re going to go out and give a bit more education into why our products are so effective.

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FROM BLENHEIM TO BRAZIL: How a hairdressing apprenticeship helped Nadine Gratton get to the top of her game.

Nelson-based hairdresser Nadine Gratton is up against one other kiwi in the WorldSkills Oceania hairdressing competition next month, and if she performs well enough then it’s on to represent New Zealand in Brazil. As Nadine continues to hone her skills for one of the biggest competitions of her career, she speaks to Steven Fernandez about the competition and how her HITO apprenticeship has helped her get there.

Where are you hairdressing and how long have you been there? I’m currently working at Ursula Harris Hair Design in Nelson. I started my hairdressing career with a course, then moved on to Ursula Harris to complete my apprenticeship and start my journey. I’ve now been here for four years and can’t think of a better place to be. What’s your favourite thing about your job? Transforming the way someone looks, seeing that massive smile light up on their faces and giving them self-confidence through their hair. Why did you choose a hairdressing apprenticeship? From a very young age I always loved hairdressing; it’s always been a passion of mine. Getting up in the morning is effortless and enjoyable. I love the diversity of the industry with competitions, photoshoots and the opportunity to enter awards. Tell us how your apprenticeship came about... I left high school at quite a young age and moved over the hill from Blenheim to Nelson. I then decided to do the hairdressing course for a year, because I was new to Nelson and thought that would be the best way for me to find the right salon, instead of me just jumping into a random place that didn’t suit. Once I finished, the apprenticeship came up at Ursula Harris so I applied and did a few work trials and got the job. What is HITO and what do they do for apprentices? HITO stands for the Hair & Beauty Industry Training Organisation. They look after and manage the apprenticeships and qualifications in the barbering, beauty and hairdressing industries in New Zealand. I found HITO really supportive and encouraging; you have a support manager who comes to check in and see how everything is going and keep you on track. Without my support manager Kylie, I wouldn’t have known about or entered the HITO Apprentice Of The Year award. What’s the best thing about learning on the job? The best thing about learning on the job is that you get hands-on experience and learn how a salon really runs. I found the one-year course was ‘by the book’ and you don’t learn all the extra tips and tricks you do when you have a salon full of seniors around you. I found it was quite different going into the salon. It was great that I could get a professional qualification while getting paid to learn. You won HITO Apprentice of the Year last year. Congratulations! Tell us about that...

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Winning the HITO Apprentice of the Year showed me that all my hard work and commitment had paid off. I was over the moon when they called my name out, I didn’t think I’d heard them properly; I was so speechless and shocked but super excited and happy at the same time. You’re also involved in WorldSkills. What is WorldSkills, for people who don’t know? And what have you learnt from WorldSkills? WorldSkills is a competition about skill, dedication and commitment to all aspects of the hairdressing industry. It’s an amazing competition that really broadens and opens a huge skill set that a hairdresser wouldn’t use on a day-to-day basis. HITO is a major supporter of the competition and as competitors they look after us and guide us along the journey. The other supporters are Redken, our product company who supplies us with the products we need to use, and our employers, who we can lean on for support and guidance. The competitors who are competing in WorldSkills Oceania are there because we’ve achieved a high standard of skill for our industry. There are upcoming trips to WorldSkills Oceania and Brazil, right? Yes, April 13th is the opening ceremony for WorldSkills Oceania and we have three and a half days of full-on competing. There are two of us competing from New Zealand, then at the end of the competition one of us will get to go to Brazil and represent New Zealand. In Oceania I’m aiming to get a medal, which means you need to get 500+ points out of 600. Now things have gone full circle and you’re actually training other apprentices, right? That must feel amazing to be sitting on the other side of the fence now! Absolutely, it’s an amazing feeling getting to see a young, baby apprentice come into the salon, and then when they complete their assessments it’s great knowing I’ve helped them get there. I love to help other apprentices as much as I can, because I really believe in training and passing on knowledge. That’s how I’m where I am today; from other people’s willingness to help and teach me. What are your plans for the future? The thing I’m really focusing on at the moment is WorldSkills; I’m training a lot and putting a lot of energy into trying to get to Brazil. I do plan to own my own salon in the future and do lots of editorial and competition work. I also hope to put together my own collection by the end of the year. hito.org.nz

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Earth Intruders ‘Done, yet undone…’ is how Vada co-founder Guy Roberts describes the looks he created for the following pages, which showcase both his talents and the Goldwell brand for which he is New Zealand ambassador. Roberts is originally from London, where he trained and worked in top London hot spots before travelling the world and moving to Auckland. His rise in the industry has gone from strength to strength, with he and the Vada salon team heavily involved in industry training producing seminars and shows within the industry, as well as being called upon regularly for magazine editorial work, fashion shows and New Zealand Fashion Week. The shoot is a reflection of the hair trends and looks that are exciting him and his team at the moment, which he describes as ‘everything from beautiful, delicate

pixie shapes to Bowie-inspired mullets and sharpedged bobs. It encompasses short, medium and long hair and the colour possibilities that come with each.’ Key to creating the mini collection was the Goldwell Elumen colour system, a high-performance colour that creates extra vibrant, shiny, and durable colour without damage, and is free from peroxide and ammonia. ‘We can go crazy with the colour or as subtle as we like,’ he adds, ‘and the formula adjusts accordingly. Goldwell Elumen gives almost unreal colour, the luminosity is outstanding.’ Guy also used Goldwell’s Nectaya colour system for several of the looks, which is ammonia free and the first ever permanent hair colour with patented IntraLipid to replenish lost lipids inside the hair. ‘Clients are now asking for colour like Goldwell Elumen and Nectaya for the hair, they are aware of

what they are putting into - and onto - their bodies and demand it.’ Editorial styling duo Sebastian Hunt and Dylan Richards curated a collection of looks to accompany the hair, whilst artist Danielle Xi from MAC keyed the makeup, which was earthy and understated but still with an attitude that pushed it beyond ‘natural’ and into the realm of exposed reality. Goldwell Style Sign styling products used by Roberts for the shoot included Magic Finish Brilliance Hairspray, Sleek Perfection Thermal Spray Serum, Crystal Control Mousse Wax and naturally, Hot Form heat styling spray to prep the hair before tools are added to the mix. ‘The hair isn’t overly worked however,’ says the stylist, ‘it really is done, yet carefully undone…’ Words by Helene Ravlich.

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BRIGHT EYES For bright, vibrant eyes massage Shiseido White Lucent Anti-Dark Circle Eye Cream into the eye area day and night. For eye shadow that stays, prime eyelids with Shiseido Perfecting Stick concealer. Products used: Shiseido Glow Enhancing Primer, Perfecting Stick Concealer, Sheer and Perfect Compact, Eyebrow Styling Compact BR602, Luminizing Satin Eye Colour Trio BL310, Shimmering Cream Eye Colour GR125, Luminizing Satin Eye Colour Trio GR305, Luminizing Satin Face Colour PK310, Veiled Rouge OR303. KAREN WALKER earrings

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Photographer ADAM BRYCE | Makeup HIRO NEMOTO FOR SHISEIDO | Hair MATT BUTCHER fOR RODNEY WAYNE | Photographerâ€™s Assistant RICHARD SYMONS | Makeup Assistant MELISSA KONG FOR SHISEIDO | Models MADI @ RED ELEVEN, OLIVIA @ 62 MODELS & LU @ UNIQUE MODEL MANAGEMENT THANKS TO KINGSIZE STUDIOS

MODERN GLOW A Japanese beauty secret is the double cleanse: properly remove your makeup before cleansing the skin. This allows for maximum benefits from skincare. Gently remove even the most dramatic makeup with Shiseido Perfect Cleansing Oil, which cleanses skin while maintaining moisture. Products used: Shiseido Glow Enhancing Primer, Perfecting Stick Concealer, Future Solution LX Total Radiance Foundation, Future Solution LX Total Radiance Loose Powder, Eyebrow Styling Compact GY901, Luminizing Satin Eye Colour Trio OR302, Luminizing Satin Eye Colour YE121, Veiled Rouge BE301

SHEER PERFECTION For a fresh, natural finish to skin, use Shiseido Glow Enhancing Primer to even out skin tone and apply Sheer and Perfect Liquid Foundation only to areas as needed. Products used: Shiseido Glow Enhancing Primer, Sheer and Perfect Foundation, Eye Brow Styling Compact BR602, Shimmering Cream Eye Colour BR727, Luminizing Satin Eye Colour GY901, Shimmering Cream Eye Colour VI226, Luminizing Satin Eye Color VI308, Automatic Fine Eyeliner BK901, Face Colour Enhancing Trio OR1, Veiled Rouge RD302. MEADOWLARK choker

NATURALLY LUMINOUS For glowing, luminous skin that looks lit from within, prep skin by tapping on a brightening serum with fingertips. Finish with Shiseido BB Cream for a vibrant-looking skin thatâ€™s moisturised and protected against UV damage. Products used: Shiseido Glow Enhancing Primer, Perfecting Stick Concealer, BB Cream, Shimmering Cream Eye Colour PK224, Smoothing Eyeliner Pencil Brown, Face Color Enhancing Trio RD1, Veiled Rouge PK304.

SOFT FOCUS Super-hydrated skin is soft and glowing. Massage Shiseido Ibuki Protective Moisturiser into skin morning and night after Bio Performance Glow Revival Serum to create a silky canvas for makeup. Products used: Shiseido Glow Enhancing Primer, Perfecting Stick Concealer, Perfect Refining Foundation, Eyebrow Styling Compact BR602, Luminizing Satin Eye Colour Trio BR307, Smoothing Eyeliner Pencil Black, Luminizing Satin Face Color OR308, Bronzer No.2, Veiled Rouge RD302.

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TOTAL RADIANCE For an exquisitely radiant, airbrushed finish apply luxurious cream foundation Shiseido Future Solution LX Total Radiance Foundation with Shiseido Perfect Foundation Brush. Apply from the centre of the face, working outwards. Products used: Shiseido Future Solution LX Total Protective Emulsion, Future Solution LX Total Radiance Foundation, Eye Brow Styling Compact, Smoothing Lip Pencil RS303, Smoothing Lip Pencil OR310, Lacquer Rouge RS404, Perfect Rouge OR418.

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Eyes On The Prize Photographer SAM LEE | Creative Director JOSIE STEENHART | Makeup GRAYSON COUTTS, JESSICA HUNT, HELEN LUO & KATE SHEEN FOR SMASHBOX COSMETICS | Hair ANTHONY BAYER & AUBRIE HELENA for TONI & GUY | Models HELENA, JENNIFER T & CORI @ 62 MODELS, JENNIFER W & ISABEL @ CLYNE MODELS THANKS TO SPARKLAB AND KINGSIZE STUDIOS

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Soft, neutral eye, with full and natural brows. We wanted to keep the skin flawless and natural, with a slightly flushed and contoured cheek for the brows to remain the focus. We shaped the brows using Smashbox Brow Tech Trio and completed the look with a soft matte neutral lip. Jennifer wears JULIETTE HOGAN dress Makeup GRAYSON COUTTS

Double liner and flawless skin. For this look we kept everything polished, and flawless to keep focus on the eyes. Using Jet Set Waterproof Gel Liner in Deep Black, we created a double wing to perfectly match the models eye shape. Skin is luminous, and cheeks are slightly contoured, with a well-defined brow we used Be Legendary Lip Lacquer in Pout for a soft, but glossy finish on the lips. Isabel wears ANDREA MOORE dress Makeup HELEN LUO

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Mauve eye, and berry lip. Using the new Double Exposure Palette we created a sultry eye. The skin is luminous and flawless with a perfectly sculpted cheek. The look is finished with a bold coloured lip, to perfectly compliment the hues of the eye shadow, we used Be Legendary Lipstick in Vivid Violet.Â Helena wears ZAMBESI top Makeup JESSICA HUNT

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Orange pop. This look is all about the Orange lip, we kept the skin looking flawless and luminous with satin finish, and bronzed the cheeks for a touch of colour. Using Be Legendary Lip LacquerÂ in Firecracker to create the perfect pout. The brows are natural but perfectly shaped, and the eyes are warm with a touch of gold and champagne to compliment the lips. Jennifer wears HELEN CHERRY top Makeup KATE SHEEN

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ELLEâ€™S NUDE LOOK: Makeup: Egyptian Magic all natural skin cream for a hydrating base, create texture with Kevin Aucoin Skin Enhancer, Stila stay all day waterproof brow liner. Hair: Label M Volume Mousse to prep, Ressurection Dust and Dry Shampoo & Sea Salt Spray for finish texture.

Photographer GUY COOMBES Makeup COLLETTE MILLER Hair LIAM MOORE @ WORK AGENCY Models HYUN JI SHIN, ELLE BRITTAIN & CHARLEE FRASER @ IMG MODELS

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ELLEâ€™A RED LOOK: Makeup: MAC Red Lip Mix, Yves Saint Laurent Touche Eclat on skin, MAC Blush in Apple Red. Hair: Label M gel & Frizz Control Serum, with a spritz of Label M Spray Shine.

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HYUNâ€™S NUDE LOOK Makeup: Stila stay all day waterproof brow liner, MAC shinemixing medium on skin, Tom Ford lipstick in Sable Smoke. Hair: Label M Sea Salt Spray to prep, blow dried with Label M Texturizing Volume Spray.

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HYUNâ€™S RED LOOK Makeup: MAC White Full Coverage foundation, Nars Blush in Exhibit A, MAC pigment in Neo Orange around eyes. Hair: Label M gel & Frizz Control Serum, Label M Spray Shine.

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CHARLEE’S NUDE LOOK: Makeup: Ellis Faas skin veil foundation, Laura Mercier brightening powder, Luca’s Paw Paw ointment for lip hydration. Hair: Label M Blow Out Spray, shaken out with Dry Shampoo, to bring out movement spray with Label M Shine Mist for a dry shine.

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CHARLEEâ€™S RED LOOK Makeup: MAC Ruby Woo lipstick, Nars Pore refining primer, MAC white Chromacake Hair: Label M gel & Frizz Control Serum, with a spritz of Label M Spray Shine.

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Creator & founder of Petalhead

Photography by Adam Bryce

Interview by Isabelle Truman

Nude... or Coola Sunscreen do a sunscreen that has an illuminator in it. Illuminator is good because it gives the skin that dewy look, which I like - I’d rather let skin glow than cover it up. Normally I’d then use a wee bit of mineral powder. I use either ID or Jane Iredale. Then a brow gel – it’s quite addictive. You brush them up, and they stay, and it feels like a brow lift – it’s fun. I get it from a brand called Browgal. For mascara and eyeliner, I use Blink, which has a tubing effect - it rubberises so it doesn’t move all day, and then you don’t need eye-makeup remover to remove it, it just comes off with warm water. It’s amazing - you can swim with it or do anything and it just stays on. For lips I use Becca Beach Tint, it’s an old-school stain and they do some really nice colours - I usually use their Watermelon, or Raspberry shades. You can use them on your cheeks too, which is what I generally do. I think playing with products is good. For years I just used a black eyeliner, then I went to brown and copper tones, and being slightly fairer it made a world of difference. Even with foundations, I’ll quite often mix a few colours together to make them work with me. I use lots of lipsticks on my cheeks and sometimes I’ll just get my illuminator and build it up around my eyes. Even using hair gel in your brows can work!

BACKGROUND // I’m from Whangarei originally and I’ve been in Auckland probably 10 years now. I studied makeup artistry and then started having more of an interest in the skin, so I did beauty therapy and I worked in that industry for about 10 years. I started getting into aromatherapy while I was working, and then Petalhead started as a hobby. I went to a secondhand bookshop and found this old book of cosmetic recipes that were fresh from the garden, lots of herbs and flowers, and I thought it was really cool, and just started playing around from there. I wanted to do something natural that had a point of difference – quite strong aromatherapy, lots of old smells that would’ve been used in Egyptian times, and things like that. SKINCARE // When I was younger I used those terrible heavily foaming cleansers, and now I barely cleanse my skin at all. I guess as a teenager you shy away from oils and things like that, whereas now I probably mostly use oils. I believe in the philosophy that oil treats oil, kind of like when you’re cleaning something greasy, using an oil will take the grease off. I think any of those clarifying products are quite stripping, and the more you strip the skin, the more the skin wants to protect itself, so it creates more oil, and then you can get that shine problem. I also use lots of vitamin serums. Sometimes I mix them up myself. You can buy pure vitamin extracts - A, B and C are the best - and you add them into something lightweight, like an aloe vera gel, and they’re designed to drop into the skin and work on a semi-deeper level. If you do go and buy the vitamins, I think it’s better to keep them separate and not add them into your oil and moisturiser bottles, just because the vitamins are typically in a serum form and I can’t imagine they’d stay very stable in a cream or an oil. I probably couldn’t live without my face mist. Everyone laughs at me because I’m always spritzing. It’s all extracts from pure essential oils. It’s like a moisturiser but you can just mist it over your face and it gives you a nice dewy look. For someone just wanting only one product, I’d probably just have a really good oil, something you can cleanse with to get makeup off. Even if you just put it on with wet hands, it’s pretty much equivalent to a moisturiser, but without all the unnecessary add-ons. From my range, if you’re quite low-maintenance, probably the Daily Dose would be good. It’s not my bestseller but if I were to get anyone onto anything, it would be that. It’s for everyday, morning and night, and has all your antioxidants, rebuilding essential oils and herb extracts.

HAIR // My hair’s naturally quite wavy and I used to spend lots of time taming it - and now I don’t. I normally use a sea-salt spray, or Davines do a curl serum that’s pretty amazing. I also swear by this Fabuloso toning conditioner. It’s good for anyone with a lighter shade of hair. They’re amazing for blondes who don’t want to have to get a toner every four weeks. I’ve also got one called Beige, which is a pinky-beige toner that gives hair that champagne colour. PERFUME // In terms of perfume, I make my own. My favourite that I’ve made is Daring Darling. It’s got quite rich, animalistic tones, and is quite heavy, with lots of warming notes, lots of cinnamon and citrus, things like that. I usually mix them, so sometimes during the day I’ll mix Daring Darling with Moonshine, which is more floral and vanilla tones, and that just brings it down a bit. HEALTH // I think just being kind to yourself is the most important thing. Doing nice things for your skin and your body and trying to keep your lifestyle really relaxed. I think in terms of skincare, just being really consistent is key. I you use all your good things morning and night, you can’t go wrong. I’m a geek, even if I go away to a friend’s house, I’ve got my little bottles.

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Founder of Triumph & Disaster

Photography by Adam Bryce

Interview by Isabelle Truman

French company came down here and did lots of clinical trials for us from our native indigenous plants, so we’ve used some amazing things, like ponga fern and horopito which are really healing, calming and toning products and that have been clinically proven. I know the importance of wearing a good face sunscreen. In cricket we used every sunscreen under the sun, but on my face I feel like a natural sunscreen that is blocking, rather than diffusing, is really important - zinc and titanium-based ones are great for that. The other thing I’m really strong on is, don’t buy a moisturiser that has SPF in it. You should use both products, but they should never be in the same tube - it’s just rubbish. Moisturisers are designed to sit next to your skin, to lock in natural oils and to enhance and create a nice refraction of light - you don’t want dirty old SPF in there. You want to trap the good oils in and keep the skin nice and clean, and then after that you put your sunscreen on top.

BACKGROUND // I grew up in a small town up north, but went to university in Auckland and have lived here since then, so I feel like Auckland is home. I studied anthropology and sociology but I was really just buying time so I could play cricket and just keep my parents at bay, and it worked. After cricket I ended up getting a job with 42 Below. We started a water business with them called 420. On a business trip to Brooklyn in New York, I noticed all the guys were wearing waistcoats and had arm tattoos, but were also grooming. I thought, ‘There’s no cool brand to cater to that’. In cricket, you’re in the sun all day, so when I was in my 20’s I learnt that moisturising, cleaning your face and all those things make you feel so much better the next day. I’d built this routine to look after myself - I knew skincare, I knew how guys used it, I knew what I would want, and I knew branding. So on the plane home from New York I decided that was what I was going to do, and that was Triumph & Disaster. I don’t like the idea of chemicals sitting in my pores or on my skin, so we went down the natural route, more healing products and calming ones. Lots of men’s products, for example, use menthol and alcohol, and neither of those products, in my opinion, should be on a face, they’re really terrible ingredients. Anything that’s part of a daily ritual, we want to make a product that improves or enhances it. We call ourselves a modern apothecary in skincare foundry. Our aesthetic and the smells were all what I would like, and what I felt, so they’re not very girly. They’re not rose petal and vanilla, they’re more about wet cement and more earthy tones. We’re really focused on making high-end products, the performance is there, so we sort decided not to worry about appealing to a specific gender and that sort of opens the door to let people find us on their own terms.

SCENT // I used to use Issey Miyake, and I still have a bottle, but I haven’t used it for a while and I’m not sure why. I’ve sort of stopped using scent and I think maybe - I haven’t drilled down into this - but maybe it’s because I’ve become more anti-chemical, and scents all use alcohol to carry them and they’ve all got quite a chemical component. Over time what I’ve found is that your body rebalances itself, sweat calms down and your natural body odour reduces a lot. Not all chemicals are bad, but if you can reduce the amount of chemicals and toxins on your skin, of any kind, that’s gotta be good. LIFESTYLE // You can’t beat a lifestyle of small improvements - having daily rituals, eating well, exercising, and just looking after yourself. We don’t have a Triumph & Disaster underarm, but until I make a healthy natural underarm, I don’t use them, and it’s because we’re designed to sweat. Our skin peels from the inside out. Our body sweats to get rid of all the toxins and everything. Your skin needs to breathe, so let it breathe. Exercise, sweat, and then clean properly. Aging with an attitude of grace and a bit of style is so important too. Look at Keith Richards, or Patti Smith, or Debbie Harry. These people, they don’t have Botox face, and they’re not doing things to fight it. They’re still cool and still relevant, and even though they’re full of wrinkles they’ve still got their essence. Those are the examples, to me, that we should be propagating in our society.

SKINCARE // The big thing that I learnt in cricket was exfoliating. An aunty once bought me this awesome exfoliating scrub that went off the market, so I ended up having to buy, like, 20 pots of it to get me through my career and I could never find it again. I always remembered it as a really good product, so I built my own one, Rock N Roll Suicide. Once or twice a week I exfoliate. I clean shave every day and moisturise with Game Face, which is my Triumph & Disaster moisturiser. For me, I’m using moisturiser for hydration and to calm my skin - it’s usually after shaving or after the sun. We’ve used some really cool ingredients in Game Face – a 179

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Founder of The Face Place

Photography by Adam Bryce

Interview by Isabelle Truman

effectively, as I gently rub it in - hence the name Osmosis - the spray helps the treatments penetrate into the skin via osmosis. My moisturiser is a mix of Osmosis Quench, which emulates our skin’s sebum, and Osmosis Immerse, which is slightly richer, thicker and oiler. This mixture is so I can tailor how much extra richness I need depending on how my skin feels on the day. Last is my favourite sunscreen, the O-Cosmedics tinted sunscreen - it gives a beautiful natural golden glow to the skin with all natural ingredients, and it’s a fabulous sunscreen too. I’m naughty as I only cleanse and use my creams once a day, but I’m using goodquality serums and 100% mineral makeup, which both help to treat my skin. I know my skin could be even better if I used them twice a day, but I fall into bed at night after working massive days and it’s the last thing I want to think about!

BACKGROUND // I grew up in Canterbury, and at 18 was accepted at Otago Medical School. I initially thought I would combine contemporary and traditional medicine, but instead fell in love with surgery. After my clinical years in Christchurch I moved to Auckland to train towards plastic and reconstructive surgery at Middlemore Hospital, but fate had other plans for me. A friend returned from an overseas trip and asked if I would do her Botox for her. Very few people at the time knew about Botox, and I’d only used it in cerebral palsy babies to help them with walking, so my first reaction was, ‘Why on earth would you want to put that in your face?’ I agreed to do some research, and if I was happy with the safety, I’d consider it. While doing my research I discovered it had a fantastic safety history, and could be used for a lot more than people realised. I invested in travelling the world to train with the pioneers of cosmetic Botox, and some of the top doctors in the world in this field, and launched The Face Place in 2001 as Australasia’s first specialised Botox centre. While travelling in those early days, I saw the concept of the ‘medical spa’ - a beautiful peaceful clinic which offers only medically-proven non-surgical treatments - and in 2004 we added our restorative and preventive skin services, and launched The Face Place MedSpa. I was fortunate to be invited to be the main expert doctor for a TV program called ‘Ten Years Younger’, where we had 10 days to transform someone into a 10-yearyounger version of themselves. I loved doing this as we were able to show how non-scary cosmetic medicine is, and what sort of results we can achieve.

MAKEUP // I’m a minimal makeup girl, so most of the time I’ll just use the O-Cosmedics tinted sunscreen, which I love. If I’m working, I’ll put Jane Iredale Golden Glow pressed powder on my T-zone, with mascara, maybe a dash of Osmosis bronzer, and a mineral makeup lip gloss. At the moment I’ve run out of my favourite lashlengthening mascara called Blinc. It ‘tubes’ your lashes rather than coating them - the tubes stay in place until you wash them with warm water. Great for me as I rub my eyes (from the hayfever) and have a tendency to cry at movies. I use Latisse lash stimulator to grow my lashes, and then give them a bit of Blinc, and my lashes look awesome.

SKINCARE // I only use medically proven, naturally based products on my skin - I won’t use anything which has artificial preservatives or fragrances. This philosophy carries through the skin ranges we use in-clinic at The Face Place. We get approached almost monthly about different skin products, but many of them don’t fulfil our product values - everything at the clinic has to be proven to be safe, simple, effective, naturally based and non-animal, with medically proven ingredients. As an eczema/hayfever person, I have quite sensitive and reactive skin. I’m also time poor, so it needs to be simple for me! I interchange between an O-Cosmedics cleanser and Osmosis gentle cleanser in the shower, and a couple of times a week will use the AST ultrasonic cleansing brush to really get a deep clean. My treatment serums include Osmosis Renew for vitamin A - this product uses a more bioavailable form of Vitamin A, called retinaldehyde. I then mix together and apply the Osmosis products Catalyst Plus and Stem Factor for my growth factors, peptides, and a cool technology called ‘zinc fingers’ which help renew my skin at a cellular level. A spritz of harmonised water called Osmosis Clear then helps the products penetrate more

HAIR // I only wash my hair once a week as it’s really fine. When I wash my hair I blow dry and straighten it, otherwise I mainly have it tied back for work - it would feel totally weird for me working with my hair out, I don’t think I could do it! I get a regular monthly keratin treatment on my hair when I go to my hairdressers, Morgan and Morgan - it makes my hair shiny, thicker and more manageable but I don’t really use any products on my hair on a daily basis, I keep it simple. LIFESTYLE // I used to be a gym junkie but have been really busy lately so I haven’t been as much. I go for a 20-minute walk every morning and I do yoga, which I’ve done for about 15 years so I do my own practice. I also do a short meditation morning and night pretty much most days - there’s a really cool app of guided meditations called Omvana that I love. I also make sure I drink plenty of water throughout the day - hydration is key - and I love sipping on herbal teas! 181

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Founder & Managing Director of Evolu

Photography by Adam Bryce

Interview by Isabelle Truman

MAKEUP // My mother was just so sophisticated, but naturally so. She didn’t spend a lot of time wearing makeup. She’d wear lipstick and mascara, but she was just a natural beauty. If you can fix your skin, you don’t need to use a lot of makeup and you can begin to use makeup to enhance your skin, rather than to cover it up. My facial serum is my one product that I couldn’t live without. If you’ve had a big night out and your skin is drained of hydration, this is your rescue remedy. My other favourite product is this really good natural BB cream – Embryolisse BB Cream Secret de Maquilleurs. You can’t buy it in New Zealand, but you can order it online. I also have a Bare Minerals powder – the original SPF15 in medium beige. I use it to lighten my dark circles and I put that over everything to start. My absolute favourite lipstick is a Topshop one called Rio Rio, I wear it every day. Red lipstick is sort of my signature thing. I also use my lipstick for my blush. On my eyes, I love Bobbi Brown. I use their eyeshadow instead of eyeliner as I find it’s less harsh, and I use the eyeshadow for my brows too. I use their mascara because I love thick lashes. I’ve also got a YSL concealer that I use under my eyes if they’re really dark and sometimes under my eyebrows too.

BACKGROUND // I was born in Hawke’s Bay, but my parents were Hungarian refugees. They came to New Zealand in 1950. My father was a winemaker and my mother a herbalist. When I grew up we lived on this little quarter-acre section, the classic way of growing up in Hawke’s Bay, we basically grew everything and lived off the land. Every time we were sick, we used herbal remedies. We really grew up understanding the beauty and the benefits of plants. I was an international flight attendant for Air New Zealand, which was fantastic for my French, but absolutely terrible for my skin. My skin was dry and I got acne. I’d never had acne in my life. My mother had, in the meantime moved to Auckland and become the president of the Auckland Herb Society. I was telling them about my skin, but it wasn’t just about my skin, it was about the products I was buying and the products I couldn’t find. I was spending all this money on big brands and not getting the results I was promised, which was really frustrating. I wanted all those beautiful products – the packaging, the feel, the smell - but natural. And they just said ‘why don’t you make your own?’ I just sort of went ‘why didn’t I think of that?’ With Evolu, the formulas aren’t complicated. It’s really thought through, there’s so much meaning in everything that goes into each separate product – all the ingredients are chosen for that action.

HAIR // I use a Keune Molding Paste, which is so good for getting texture, and Evolu shampoo and conditioner which is natural and is for all hair types. I do use a Keune purple shampoo as well, because my hair is coloured.

SKINCARE // When I was younger I didn’t do very much, I was naughty. I didn’t know what I was doing. But when I started making my own products, my skin changed completely. I mean, it’s wrinkled because of the sun, but all my acne disappeared, my skin became even and healthy and it’s stayed like that. My daily routine starts by using an Evolu cream cleanser every morning. For a younger skin I’d say to use a gel cleanser, which is really good for acne, stretched pores, or oily skin. After I cleanse, I exfoliate. Then I use my toner over the top. Toning is really important - if you’ve got a good toner that’s not harsh - as toner balances the skin’s PH levels. Afterwards, I moisturise with my Evolu moisturiser. Sunscreen is also important. My biggest piece of advice would be to just keep your skin clean, and don’t use products that are really rich. Use products that soak in and are kind to your skin. You’ve got to be really careful when buying natural products, you have to check how it’s actually been processed. There are lots of products with natural ingredients or botanical actives, but they’ve been processed or extracted using propylene glycol, which is the most disgusting chemical product. You need to be very careful.

PERFUME // I just use whatever I feel like but I’m not huge on using fragrance as the products I use have their own fragrance, anyway. I was given a beautiful Bulgari one, which is just lovely, but I’ve also got this beautiful blend that I really love, called Ashanti Oil, which is from the Ayurda Spa on Ponsonby Road. LIFESTYLE // It’s all about balance, in everything you do. Go out and have fun and drink coffee, but not three cups of coffee. Lots of sleep – that’s why it’s called beauty sleep! I have eight, sometimes 10 hours sleep a night. I go to sleep at 9:30pm and I get up at 6am to go for a walk with my dog. My body is so sensitive to what I put in it now - I’m not obsessive, but I’m conscious of what I put in my body, for health and wellness. I firmly believe in nature and nurture, and listening to your body.

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Founder of Ashleigh Scott Facialist

Photography by Adam Bryce

Interview by Isabelle Truman

skin and then using makeup to just accentuate that. For mascara at the moment I have a Clarins one, but I also really love Lancome and Max Factor mascaras. I’ve started using an eyebrow pencil recently - the Anastasia Beverly Hills Eye Pencil. Sometimes I’ll use a bit of eyeliner and eyeshadow, but often I don’t bother with that. The blush I use is a NARS one called Deep Throat and for lipsticks I usually have on a rosy pink colour. I’ve got so many lipsticks and I’m always wearing one – I find it just changes the face. I’m constantly on the hunt for a perfect red lipstick as I’d love to wear red, but haven’t found one that suits me yet.

BACKGROUND // Probably from when I was about 11, my mum got me a cleanser and moisturiser, and I’ve loved looking after skin ever since. I trained as a beauty therapist about seven or eight years ago and worked all around Auckland before moving to London, which is where I specialised in skin and facials, and learnt the technique that I practice now. Bespoke is all non-invasive facials - no machines or anything - so it’s quite an oldfashioned technique that I use, but really results-driven. I work in a really holistic way, very natural and hands-on, but I can change and improve the skin immensely. Often when you go to get a facial there’s a list of 10 or so different facials that you can choose from, but I get the client in front of me and do a full consultation. From what I see in their skin and what they’ve told me, I create a facial specifically for them.

HAIR // I’m really simple with my hair. I’ll wash it every other day with a Pureology shampoo and conditioner. Once a week I’ll use a mask on my ends as I have colour there and they can get quite dry. While my hair’s still damp I use Miracle Hair Treatment by ELEVEN, which does 11 things in one like sun protection, chlorine protection, hydrating, and all of that. I put it through and then often I’ll just leave my hair to dry naturally because when I’m working I’m always tying it up anyway. I hate washing my hair, it’s the thing I find the most annoying. I’d love to have someone blow-dry my hair every day.

SKINCARE // I double cleanse in the evening - firstly, to remove all the dirt, oil and makeup from my skin, and secondly to cleanse the skin. I love using an oil cleanser - often Martina Organics or Taylor Skincare oil cleanser, though I do mix and match quite a bit - especially if I’m wearing lots of makeup, as I find it gives a really good deep cleanse. You can do a really good facial massage with it as well. I then use a cream cleanser, then soak my skin with water to put the moisture back in, with a damp muslin cloth or a facecloth, then apply products straight away while the skin’s still damp. I use a hydrating mist and either an oil or a cream moisturiser, both by Janesce – they’re a really small brand that isn’t too well known. In the morning, I don’t cleanse again. I find that as much as we’re told we should, it’s too much for the skin and it can really unbalance it. So I just soak with water, and again use a hydrating mist, serum and moisturiser. Keeping your skin moist is so important because when the skin is dehydrated it stops working properly – fine lines start to appear deeper and the aging process really accelerates. I then put on a sunscreen everyday – I use a brand called Cooler as they’ve got a really nice tinted sunscreen that I usually use instead of foundation. Sunscreen is important but I think at the same time people are a bit too terrified about being out in the sun now, and there’s a lot of Vitamin D deficiencies due to that. I think it’s good to get a few minutes out in the sun. I’m also really into masks – I often use them a few times a week depending on what my skin’s doing. Often I’ll use an enzyme mask to exfoliate the skin, Gin S do a really good one. I have a real mixture of brands for my masks - Elemental Herbology do really good ones too.

PERFUME // I go between Giorgio Armani and Chanel on a day-to-day basis, and then my special perfume I wear when I’m going out is the Jo Malone Blackberry and Bay, which is my favourite. Her scents smell really different to your normal perfume. The Peony and Blush Suede from her is really yummy as well. LIFESTYLE // I think it’s always a good balance of everything. Obviously having a good topical regime is important but I think a lot comes down to diet and how your body is functioning internally. The skin is such a reflection of what’s going on in inside so if there’s something out of balance or not quite right, your body’s way of telling you is often through your skin. Having a good diet, lots of whole foods, and avoiding sugar and processed food will change your skin dramatically. Also, how much sleep you get, alcohol, coffee and whether you’re stressed. Stress has such a massive impact on your skin and how your body functions overall. I find doing a lot of restorative practice really important – exercise is great but I think people focus too much on cardio and weights stuff and I think there needs to be more of a focus on your restorative practices like yoga or even just going for a walk. Diaphragmatic breathing is a really great one to just calm your central nervous system. When you get really stressed often you just forget to breathe properly – so that gets the adrenaline pumping in your skin properly, which can really start to affect your skin. I often say to really stressed clients that just taking five minutes out of your day to focus on your breathing makes all the difference.

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Company director, Sans Ceuticals + Stephen Marr salons

Photography by Adam Bryce

Interview by Isabelle Truman

After a week of using the moisturiser I noticed a phenomenal difference. My one includes a Vitamin A and an anti-inflammatory active, which has stopped my skin from getting red. The key things for really good skin are Vitamin A and Vitamin C – there’s so much scientific proof to back that up too. Vitamin A is one of the few ingredients that has the ability to thicken the skin wall – making it plump and robust. It enables cells to retain water and it has the ability to reduce scars.

BACKGROUND // I was born in England and lived there until I was nine. After two years in Australia, I moved to Nelson. I left school when I was 15 – I actually had to wait until my birthday so that I could leave. After that I got offered a job at a hair salon to become a hairdresser. I’m really lucky I fell into an industry that provided a lot of opportunity for me, and the ability to be self-employed. I moved up to Auckland when I was about 22, where I met Stephen [Marr] and we started our own salon. I also saw a gaping opportunity for really natural but active body and hair care – it was a market that was dominated by multinationals and so anything sustainable and really natural was just not on offer. So for that and other various different reasons, we developed our own skin clinics. I started formulating with a really great scientist and one of my good friends who’s also an amazing scientist - working in the field of cancer research. We all worked together and did a really strong edit of ingredients. We wanted to create products that utilised nature with a natural science - we wanted to use actives but pushed up at really high levels to get all the benefits, so we did by creating Sans. Probably as a by-product of having a very busy life, I’m really not into clutter. The way that I like to live and the things that I like to have are really well made, but not a lot of them – I like my products to serve multifunctional purposes by being stripped back and mineral, but really efficient.

MAKEUP // I’ve got a really good retinol cream that I made myself, which we’re currently formulating for Sans that I use that as a primer. I love Becca makeup. It’s actually insane technology and really great ingredients. It’s active and treatment based makeup. All of the products I use are by them – I use their foundation and illuminator, and then I throw some cream blush and mascara on. HAIR // I probably wash my hair about twice a week with the Sans nourishing wash and hydratant. I’m really low maintenance, but one thing that I do that makes the world of difference is using PH and shine corrector in my hair. It’s a product that we’ve developed and I haven’t seen many other products out there like it. It alters the structure of your hair and the PH levels of it. If your PH levels are really out, your hair will look dull, dry and will snap. When it’s really good your hair is lustrous and shiny and this product just puts it all back into your hair with a spray. After I put it in my hair just goes incredibly soft and the shine is ridiculous.

SKINCARE // I wash my face in the shower, but not every day to be honest - I’m really bad at that. I use this product called Dermaviduals, which we sell it at Lucy and The Powder Room. I took on their range because it’s absolutely phenomenal. It’s a custom-based skincare line, so you have a base and then you go in and get a consultation. Based on that consultation, the therapist will choose from 50 actives that are really strong and insert them into the cream – so no cream is the same. I had to get it from Australia, as I’ve never seen this technology anywhere, it’s amazing. The woman behind it is one of the most well-known in the skincare industry; she’s even a consultant to dermatologists. The creams include really high potency actives like, liposomes, vitamins and antioxidants, all based around what your skin needs.

LIFESTYLE // Doing things that make you happy – having a good state of mind is really important. Personally, I love cooking, gardening and pottery – it’s like my meditation. What you eat plays a huge factor to having good skin. Eating a really alkaline diet – mostly fruit and vegetables and really good sources of proteins with good oils, will make a big difference. Omega 3 acts like an internal moisturiser but having said that, your skin is the last thing to receive any benefit, as it’s the final outlet. It’s been scientifically proven that Vitamin C and all those things have way more of an effect when applied topically, in high levels. 187

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Gordon Richardson

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DAILY WORKOUTS TO KEEP THAT SUMMER BOD Let’s be realistic, during the winter you’re going to be a little (or a lot) lazier when it comes to the gym. Skipping every second day, sleeping in on rainy mornings, just one more hit of the snooze button. But you don’t want to lose that summer bod, do you? We asked New York celebrity trainer Andy Speer to give us three easy workouts that will help you look and feel fit. Check them out below…

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But first, do you have the right shoes? Before you undertake these daily routines or hit the streets for a jog, make sure you have the new footwear from SpeedForm. For both men and women, innovative UA SpeedForm technology delivers zero distraction while running, with silicone grip for a locked-in anatomical fit. The full-length Micro G foam turns cushioned landings into explosive takeoffs, while the ArmourVent mesh upper delivers true breathability in a light, stretchy, durable and fast-drying fabric. They’re available in a range of wicked colours too. underarmournz.co.nz/apollo-vent

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1. SPIDER LUNGE SEQUENCE This move stretches your legs, upper back, chest and shoulders. Take your time and work the stretch for three to five seconds in each position. Do the sequence five times on each side, alternating between each side. 1. Start in the straight plank position. Bring your right foot as close to the outside of your right hand as you can. Keep your foot flat on the floor, push your chest up and out, pull your shoulders back. 2. Drop your right elbow as far as you can towards the instep of your right foot. 3. Place your hand back on the floor. Return to plank and repeat on the other side. 2. CRAB BRIDGE The Crab Bridge works your gluteal muscles, hamstrings, adductors, obliques, abdominals and triceps, stretching the chest and shoulders. It wakes up your backside and stretches out your front side. Do 20 repetitions or 12 of each leg if you’re doing single leg bridges. 1. Sit on the floor with you hands on the floor behind you, arms straight, fingers pointing out. Your legs need

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to be bent and feet flat on floor 18 to 24 inches from your body. 2. Keeping your arms straight, push your hips up to the ceiling. 3. Bring your hips back down to 1-2 inches from the floor and repeat. 3. STARTER DRILL This works the gluteal muscles, hamstrings, quadriceps and abdominals in an ultimate fat burning burst! The Starter Drill both challenges your balance and pushes your muscular endurance. Do ten repetitions per leg. 1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and with your shoulders back. 2. Step back with your left leg, bending your right knee. Place your right foot on the floor behind you. Place your right hand on the floor next to the instep of your left foot. 3. Push off your left foot, stand tall and bring your right leg to a balance. Hold for two seconds. 4. Return to the starting position and repeat.

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EURO MENS TRENDS It’s all about one colour this season - and a game-changing accessory - says Working Style creative director Eddie von Dadelszen of the menswear trends he’s currently seeing in Europe... Having just returned from buying cloth for New Zealand’s season of AW16 (Feb 2016 delivery), seeing freshly delivered SS15 in the global flagships of the fashion capitals and watching new AW15/16 walking down the catwalk, there’s one colour that’s apparently going to be around for a while. Colour helps present classical garments in a new light, and the dominant highlight colour of the next few seasons will be burgundy. Burgundy looks exquisite pared with both navy and grey (the current colour cornerstones of menswear so an unsurprising choice). This rich hue, along with the introduction of a beautiful shade of military green, are colour elements that in a wider context speak about a really strong change in attitude for tailored menswear in the global market. Tailored menswear has become exceptionally sporty in its outlook, with tailoring being positioned as a viable option for total REMIX MAGAZINE GENTLEMEN

lifestyle wear. Suiting in particular has been made to feel particularly athletic with the introduction of much more mechanical stretch cloth and manmade fabrics that help give movement to highly fitted and body conscious garments. Merchandised with sneakers rather than dress shoes, what’s being proposed is that a suit is something that most definitely doesn’t need to fit into the parameters of classic office or ceremonial wear. At the utmost luxury end, Tom Ford showed sneakers paired with tuxedos in the window of his flagship in Milan, whilst on Oxford Street in London, J. Crew presented highly preppy and tailored outfits - merchandised without exception with New Balance shoes. I like it, it feels new, it feels a little more bodyconscious and in doing so I think it celebrates activeness, movement and experience.

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ARTISAN ACQUA

Q&A: JOHN VARVATOS What was the inspiration for Artisan Acqua? Artisan Acqua is the newest edition to the fragrance portfolio and the third scent in the Artisan series. The fragrance and the Artisan Acqua lifestyle collection are inspired by the high style of the Mediterranean man, who without overthinking achieves a level of sophistication - the famous “sprezzatura” or effortless nonchalance.

1. MAC THE KNIFE MAC Cosmetics lets us in on two of their top sellers for men… Prep + Prime Skin Smoother: A velvety skin perfecting primer that instantly fills in fine lines and wrinkles. Contains powerful anti-oxidants, evens skin tone and mattifies - while softening the skin. Convenient compact makes it perfect for on-the-go moments. Clear Brow Set: A brush-on gel that strokes brows into shape. Adds shine and style. No flaking or stiffening. Tinted or clear. Also grooms lashes, sideburns and facial hair. 2. IN THE CLUB Stay dapper with a little help from new brand Clooney Club, launching in May. New Zealandowned and made in Italy, Clooney Club introduces a range of male hair dye products a step above your typical chemical-laden box dye, yet much more affordable than a trip to the salon. Biodegradable and formulated with the highestquality natural ingredients while leaving out all the nasties (including harmful acids and ammonia), your hair and scalp will feel as healthy as it looks. 3. CLOSE SHAVE Murad Man Cleansing Shave: Protect yourself from nicks and cuts with the first step from the Murad Man Shaving range. This patented antioxidant-rich cleansing formula features Murad’s exclusive Beard Softening Complex and Mushroom Enzyme exfoliants to uncover stubborn facial hairs and prepare skin for a superior shave. Murad Man Razor Burn Rescue: Keep yourself smooth with Murad’s Razor Burn Rescue. Formulated to combat razor burns and REMIX MAGAZINE GENTLEMEN

bumps, shaving irritation and ingrown hairs, this soothing lotion infuses skin with a unique blend of healing antioxidants and redness-reducing antiinflammatories. 4. NAIL IT Setting new standards in the ‘male nail’ trend, FABY’s Man collection features six bold lacquers entirely dedicated to men. From shiny to chrome matte finishes, moody brown tones to brushed gold metallics, this collection offers the manicured man an eclectic range of longwearing lacquers. 5. DON’T GET BURNT Neutrogena Ultimate Sport Body Mist Sunblock SPF70 with HELIOPLEX technology provides superior UVA/UVB protection for active lifestyles. Water and sweat resistant, this sunscreen will withstand pretty much anything you throw at it, no matter what adventure you find yourself on. 6. GET HYDRA L’Oreal Paris has released a new all-in-one moisturising cream for men that acts as an aftershave as well as a facial moisturiser. The cooling formula is enriched with vitamins, and has been designed to instantly refresh the skin, reducing razor burn and irritation from shaving. One pump should cover the face and neck, keeping skin hydrated all day long and protecting it from dryness and discomfort. The Expert Hydra Energetic Allin-1 Moisturiser is also scent free, making it ideal for those with a favourite aftershave, while the Expert Hydra Sensitive All-in-1 Moisturiser is for those with more sensitive skin.

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What was the inspiration behind the notes in the fragrance? The notes are a concoction of the rich and beautiful elements native to the Mediterranean, particularly the region’s many fragrant, aromatic plants and herbs. It is these distinctive green accents that make this fragrance a true “one of a kind” creation. Artisan Acqua is a continuation of the true essence of the Artisan man - always masculine, always assertive, always present, always clean, and perpetually timeless. How does the Artisan Acqua fit into the Artisan series and the greater John Varvatos fragrance collection? Artisan Acqua is a fresh and modernised interpretation of the previous Artisan fragrance. The introduction of this unique and ultra clean scent brings a dynamic and sophisticated edge to the fragrance portfolio, while remaining true to the unique ‘Artisan’ esthetic and the collection’s authentic heritage. As with the other Artisan scents, the hand-woven rattan bottle was inspired by the clean lines and casual elegance of a traditional flask, with an undercurrent of an intense blue, inspired by the hue of the Mediterranean sea. What does this fragrance mean to you? This fragrance is very special to me as it embraces the craftsmanship and sophisticated technique employed in my collection. This fragrance tells the story of my passion for details and tailoring, and brings to life the artisanal approach and unique DNA of my collection. Every carefully calibrated element of this unique scent reflects my artisanal hand and passion for what I do. The introduction of this fragrance celebrates the progression and unwavering high quality of my respect for the past and my vision of the future.

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GRAYSON COUTTS Clean skin is at the top of my grooming must-dos. For immaculate skin that’s fuss free, I highly recommend trying a micellar water. Every makeup artist has one in their kit because with the quick sweep of a cotton pad or two, you’ll have perfectly clean skin with no oily residue. There’s no need to rinse the cleanser off, so it’s the perfect solution for travel and late nights. I’m currently using L’Oreal Paris 3 in 1 Micellar cleansing water - incredibly gentle and safe for even the most sensitive skins, it feels exactly like water but effectively leaves skin feeling cleansed and toned. After cleansing and moisturising, a good powder will help to blur fine lines, knock back shine and perfect your skin tone. I love Smashbox Photo Filter Powder - it’s non-drying and won’t settle into lines, has a buildable coverage and up to eight hours of wear.

COLIN MATHURA-JEFFREE For my skin I never go without a decent sunscreen. My go-to for my face is Murad Oil-free Sunblock SPF30. I use enormous amounts before I step out in the morning as I really don’t want wrinkles. I’ve seen what the sun can do to your skin… No thank you. I’m also a huge fan of facials and have been an addict of Caci’s IP5 facials for a while now. They’re amazing and relaxing. My skin glows for days after. Being part English, half my eyelashes are blonde, so a necessity for me is mascara. My favourite is Smashbox Full Exposure, I’m all about the smoky eyes and it’s also great to conceal the odd (and I mean odd) grey hair in my beard and eyebrows. At the moment I’m going for a more boho hair look. I use label.m Resurrection Dust in Brunette at the roots to give it more grit. This stuff is great as it blends easily compared to most other ones that are chalky white. Then it’s label.m Miracle Fibre, which I rub into my hands and work in to enhance the wave, topped of with a bit of hairspray to hold it in place with this crazy Auckland weather. Voila! I’m done.

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Gordon Richardson When Topshop threw open the doors to its debut New Zealand store on Auckland’s Queen Street, the long lines of frenzied fashion fans that stretched down the historic street were very liberally dotted with dapper men. While that may have raised the collective eyebrow of a nation raised on stubbies and jandals as style icons, it was no surprise to Gordon Richardson, creative director of Topman; with the menswear offering given a significant portion of the 1000m2 store space. Richardson has become one of the biggest names in British fashion and has been a massive part of Topman’s success since joining the company back in 2002. He studied menswear in the 1970s and completed a master’s degree at the Royal College of Art in London before going on to work in Paris at Daniel Hechter. He then became the principal lecturer of fashion at Kingston University for 10 years before joining the Arcadia group in 1996 working for heritage menswear brand Burton, then moving to the Topman team where he has stayed for the past 14 years.

says he draws inspiration from even the smallest of things - from the style of someone on the street to a painting, a portrait, travelling, music and film. ‘Inspiration is all around us if we know where to look and what to look for’. Referencing style icons from Keith Richards (for the whole ‘lived-in rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle’) and the theatrical David Bowie to Lucien Freud for the way he managed to make a scarf his visual identity, Richardson says, ‘I’m attracted to people who have an innate sense of style. Who understand fashion but are not beholden to trends’. March 12 marked the first ever Topman store in New Zealand, with Queen Street in Auckland dishing up its very own slice of British high-street fashion to fevered fashionistas. Topman stores are now in over 60 cities across 20 countries. New York is home to the second biggest Topman store in the world, and there are already five Topshop and Topman stores in Australia, who got their first fix back in 2011.

‘I’ve been working in menswear since leaving college, whether teaching it or delivering it, and I still love it to this day,’ says Richardson. ‘You need to have a real passion to do this job. Clarity of vision is paramount too and I’m a firm believer in sticking to your beliefs, as they are what make you the individual you are.’

‘As in any great city that we open in, I’m hoping that it will do well,’ says Richardson of the Auckland store. ‘The offer we have is very broad and caters to all fashion needs yet is distinctive enough to offer something different to the existing market’.

With a huge love of museums, flea markets, architecture and interiors of all descriptions, Gordon

With Topshop and Topman putting out about 500 new pieces a week, new pieces arrive at the Auckland

store by air freight four times a week. Talks of a nationwide expansion are already underway, with stores planned for all of New Zealand’s main centres. ‘Topman is all about delivering fashion with authority and I don’t see that changing in the future,’ says Richardson of the brand’s future direction. ‘However, the market is increasingly becoming more and more competitive and as brand known for innovation we will always strive to be the most innovative and forward-thinking within the marketplace - whether that’s delivering first to market fashion, in store theatre or exciting fashionrelevant collaborations. We’re aware too that the age profile for fashion-conscious men is expanding, so we’ll continue to look at our offer and introduce relevant collections such as Topman Ltd, Premium, LUX and sportswear ranges to our existing fashion template’. On his own personal style, Richardson says he couldn’t live without a black cashmere crew neck sweater – ‘in the finest gauge possible, more like a t-shirt fabric than a knit’, and that the best piece of fashion advice he’s ever received is to always dress appropriately. ‘If it says black tie, then wear black tie – but put your characterful twist on it’. Some final style advice from the top man himself? ‘Keep it simple.’

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Danny wears HALLENSTEIN BROTHERS Charcoal Stretch Skinny Suit, Shirt and Tie

Interview by Olivia McPherson

Photography by CAMILLE SAMSON

DANNY O’DONOGHUE

Danny wears HALLENSTEIN BROTHERS Charcoal Stretch Skinny Suit, Shirt and Tie

Whatever music you’re into, there’s something to be said for a solid melody paired with heartfelt lyrics that can truly speak to you in your most emotional moments. Perhaps that’s why Irish trio The Script have sold 20 million records, had five platinum US singles and their videos have had almost half a billion views on YouTube. Since bursting into the collective consciousness in 2008 with songs like ‘Breakeven’ and ‘If You Ever Come Back’, Danny O’Donoghue, Mark Sheehan and Glen Power quickly found their niche writing impassioned lyrics, whose universal themes of love, loss and rising against adversity have struck a chord with so many fans. Four albums later, collaborations with Will.i.am, making Spotify’s top 10 acts of all time and an audience with the Queen have propelled them into the league of ‘supergroup,’ and their success continues to grow with the release of their latest album, No Sound Without Silence. About the only thing 34-year-old frontman Danny hasn’t ticked off the list is modelling, so New Zealand menswear label Hallensteins was quick to sign him as a brand ambassador to front their latest ‘Brothers’ campaign, filmed in Havana, Cuba and set to The Script’s latest party anthem, ‘Paint The Town Green’. Sporting H Brothers and a charming Irish brogue, Danny took time out from filming to tell us why his previous trips to New Zealand have been so memorable, why he’s never been to a school ball and what he’s most into about his Kiwi-designed suits.

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The ‘No Sound Without Silence’ tour started in Japan, then you head to Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand [at Vector Arena, Auckland on May 5th]. It’s a heavy schedule. Do you get much time to hang with your bros in each of these cities? Yeah I do actually! Funny you say ‘brothers’, because I have my ‘brothers’ in the band, but my brother lives in Melbourne, so we’ve spent a lot of time in Australia and New Zealand as well. So I get to literally hang out with my brother when I’m there. We always take a day off to walk around the city and try and become familiar with the area – as much as you can in a day, it’s very hard, but we really do try. But the place we always try to get to is the ‘Irish Embassy’, and that’s the closest Irish pub to wherever we’re staying! I’ve had two birthdays down in New Zealand and each has been very memorable, not just for the night we had out, but for the hell of a hangover that I’ve had the next day! We’ve had an amazing time in New Zealand and we hope it continues!

of our passport there’s a harp, a musical instrument. So I thought that was really interesting and gives a lot of insight into our past, that we never chose a gun or a sword to represent us - it was always music. So I have to say I’m really proud of that. It’s school ball season here while your tour is on. Do you remember the first time you took a girl to a ball? Funnily enough I’ve never been to a ball! I left school the year before getting my leaving certificate. Usually when you get your leaving certificate, then you go to the ball, but I never did. So if anyone wants to invite me to a ball, please do!

What can The Script fans expect to see and hear at your New Zealand show? One hell of a show! We’re in production rehearsals right now – they’re the longest we’ve ever had because we’re changing the whole set, the way we’re doing songs. We now also have four albums, the last time we were in New Zealand I think we were on our second album.

You’re on New Zealand screens fronting the latest Hallenstein Brothers campaign shot in Cuba. Tell us about that... I met the guys when I was in New York and we hung out a bit, and I just really liked the ethos of the company, it’s very vibrant, very young. I wouldn’t normally wear suits on stage simply because they don’t stretch - across the shoulders particularly - but the stretch-fit materials they use are perfect for me. There’s such a wide variety of styles and colours you can really mix, match and make it yours. So that’s what I really like about H Brothers, is that I can make it mine - and the fact that it stretches! That’s a beautiful thing.

New Zealand and Ireland share a strong sense of patriotism. What makes you most proud of your Irish heritage? What makes me most proud to be Irish is if you look at our passports, a lot of countries would have a gun or a shield or a knife as their emblem. But on the front

What’s your definition of luxe? I’d say dressing up in a suit like this, taking a beautifullooking lady - or a man - out for a meal, hitting a steak house. I like to go to Gaucho in London, it’s a topnotch restaurant. Normally they wouldn’t be letting me in, but I think wearing this they would…

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Danny wears HALLENSTEIN BROTHERS Black Stretch Skinny Jacket and Punk Check Chino

Interview by Steven Fernandez

Photography by Adam Bryce

Styling by Joshie Olausen

skrillex At the very end of 2014 we had a crazy week with DJs Skrillex and Steve Aoki, in Auckland for the Our:House Festival. We planned a photoshoot and interview with Steve Aoki but didnâ€™t think busy Skrillex, real name Sonny Moore, had enough time. Turns out he did. Halfway through our chat with Steve Aoki, the Grammy Awardwinner Californian Skrillex burst into the studio, closely followed by his camera crew. Although he had an insane level of energy, buzzing about the studio, Steven Fernandez managed to sit him down to talk about his wild life on the road.

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“I feel like it was a good time to show people - not that I care what anybody thinks - but to really show the work we put into these shows. It’s not like you press one button and it just happens, a lot of work goes into this and a lot of people, aside from myself, are involved.”

So you’re back in New Zealand, how many times have you been here now? Have you done any crazy shit on this trip? You know, last night was pretty crazy. We went to Cassette and crashed that party and ended up playing. But nothing too much. We had a Thanksgiving meal because I had my whole crew out here from the United States. Some of the local artists got some sushi, which is the opposite to what we usually do on Thanksgiving. For me it’s pretty normal to be away for Thanksgiving, which is an American holiday for all you kiwis that don’t know that. It was good, it’s been a nice introduction for this trip. You’re really into skateboarding. Do you bring your board with you when you go around the world? Yeah we do! We didn’t bring our boards on this trip because we were flying so much. But I’m probably going to end up getting a board when I get to Sydney because we’re there for a whole week. Have you ever had any massive bails? For sure! I mean I used to skate hard when I was younger. I used to just do, like, whatever. Like, I would do a 12 stair at this high school where I grew up. I used to do big shit. But not anymore, like, I don’t really go hard, I’ll do some fun boxes, rails that are smaller size like 50-50’s. But I keep it pretty flat. You can’t afford to be fucking yourself up and ending up in A&E. Yeah [Laughs]. Hey, so you’re here in New Zealand with Steve Aoki and MK. Are you guys like one big travelling family? Yeah man, it’s like this big festival family. The whole EDM electronic world of DJs from all genres, man. We’re all really good friends and when you’re away from your family for so long you kind of create this other family on the road. I mean Steve is a great example of someone that I’ve known... even before my stuff kicked off, I was going to see him play in LA and going to his parties and it just came full circle REMIX MAGAZINE GENTLEMEN

and overlapped over the last few years and we’ve been around the world together. And now you interrupt him when he’s getting his makeup done. Yeah [laughs]. So Our:House Festival tonight Sonny, playing the kiwi crowd! Any plans to jump into Steve’s raft or insane shit that kiwi audiences won’t be expecting tonight? You know what, who knows! I haven’t played this venue before, I heard it’s really awesome looking, it’s in a tent? Or as you guys say a ‘marquee’. 2014 was massive for you with Recess - does it surprise you when these records still blow up? Do you kind of expect that now? I think it’s important to be an artist and stick to your roots. And that comes from my sound and the type of shows I play. You know, I was talking about this before on George FM, it’s like the whole culture where we come from starts from the underground, and I’m so involved with that, playing festivals and stuff, random houses, playing sets, meeting new people, like kids from Soundcloud with 200 followers. I think if you have that in your system you’re constantly going to be fresh. I think it’s always important to keep your roots and not change for anyone but yourself and grow naturally, you know? Yeah, totally. Can you tell me a little bit about your documentary Let’s Make A Spaceship. Why did you decide to showcase all that behind-the-scenes action? And there’s a bit going on here today... For a long time I didn’t like to do interviews, like, back in the day. And people would start to sensationalise the wrong things about me. So I just wanted to put out music and do a couple of things here and there. But I think now people understand it’s easier for me to talk, people like you are really interested for the right reasons and not going to flip it. So I feel like it was a good time to show people - not that I care what anybody thinks - but to really show the work we put into these shows. It’s not like you press one button 252

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and it just happens, a lot of work goes into this and a lot of people, aside from myself, are involved. Your videos are insane! They’re always huge and world famous now, how do you come up with the concepts behind them? You know I always love, I don’t know if you remember, those DVD boxes you could get from Michelle Cunningham and Chris Gundrey? I was always obsessed with them. I felt like we put the right image to the song. It’s almost like another 50% takes the song to the 100% when you match the visuals so well. It was so important to me to have some stuff I love as much as the music. I spend time mixing records and making records, I do the same thing with videos. Especially now in a day and age where the consumer needs more than the music, it’s a whole experience... Totally, I mean I just remember growing up and watching MTV, back when they would only play dope music videos. You know, I remember the videos in my head like when I hear my favorite songs I go back to that video straight away in my mind. And I think - I was talking about this the other day randomly - how much motion music can accentuate a picture. Think about the Titanic movie. Everyone loves that movie, black, white, gay, straight, young, old - everyone loves that movie no matter what, and if Titanic was playing right now and it was on mute you would recognise it, but when you hear the Celine Dion song, that’s when you feel something. I feel like that’s important, that the music and the imagery fit so well. What music do you listen to right now? Who do you rate at the moment? Well speaking of, is New Zealand still down under? Yeah, we’re still technically down under. Why? Okay I want to make sure I don’t say the wrong thing,

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but I think down under has some awesome stuff. I mean you’ve got Lorde coming out of New Zealand. We just signed this dope act from Australia and we put him our label, then of course What So Not. I’ve been listening to a lot of Australian music and down under music, whatever you want to call it. Lorde’s ours not theirs, they can’t take her [Laughs]. I know, this is a kiwi girl! Big ups Lorde. She’s my friend. But um, so much good music right now. SoundCloud is insane, like, the floodgates have opened with that and you can just find so much stuff. I don’t know, people have so many opinions, but I think it’s one of the best times in music we’ve seen in years and years and years. Especially for how accessible it is. So, I have to ask because I saw this video the other day of you saying you would need to be paid $5M to work with Paris Hilton... That was a joke. So [paparazzi photographers from] TMZ run up to you in the airport, you haven’t slept... Dude I was just being cheeky, like they always get me to talk shit on Paris Hilton and Pauly D. Yeah so they’re like ‘Deadmau5 has said he would have to be paid $1M to play with Paris Hilton,’ and I was like ‘I’ll get paid five million and I’ll give it to charity’, as a joke. And then of course the headlines say ‘Skrillex needs to get paid $5M’ but I don’t care. I think the thing with Paris Hilton is - and any celebrity - whether she’s trying to be a DJ or trying to sell perfume or a TV show, people are going to go see her anyway, it’s like she can do what she wants to do. For whatever it’s worth she actually works hard and people get mad at her because she DJs for whatever money. I think the rumours about what she gets paid are false. She doesn’t get paid a million dollars for a show. It’s not true. But at the same time she got an Ibiza residency and stayed out there and played twice a week for however long and did her thing. You know,

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I’ve known her for years and she came to all the EDM shows in LA when it was super underground. I think she genuinely likes the scene and if she wants to be a DJ, she can do whatever she wants. And she’s always going to get that criticism isn’t she? Yeah, I mean she might do something else next year. She’s a celebrity and people are always going to bag on what she’s doing, because she’s famous. Steve [Aoki] said something really interesting to me. His attitude was ‘If you don’t like it, and you don’t like her as a DJ, then don’t go to the fucking show’... Yeah, I think people who are hating have deepdown admiration, because you have to have some sort of connection to be so passionate about it. It’s like Backstreet Boys, everyone grows up hating the Backstreet Boys, 20 years later you put on their song and you can’t help but feel something. Tell us about your gig with Diplo, New Year’s Eve in New York. We’ll be at Madison Square Garden. We will be bringing ASAP Ferg, Rudimental, Yellow Claw - and it’s going to be the craziest party of the year. Whenever we play together it’s always so special and fun and Madison Square Garden is just the most legendary venue in the world. So we’re excited to do that. And what else in 2015? Just more stuff... I’m finishing a new Skrillex record. And I’m taking a little bit of time off in the first half of the year to work on my label, we’ve got these studios we’re building. We bought this building in Chinatown in downtown LA, so we’re building studios for my label OWLSA... and yeah just continuing, keeping going….

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Bas, how did you get into photography? My dad always had a passion for shooting and developing his own film when we were kids. They sacrificed a section of their bedroom for a darkroom. Not sure if I can claim that as an early influence. After studying at university in Wellington I merged into the 9-5 desk job. I was bored because there was no room to express myself in any creative way and though I started shooting more I hadn’t even considered it as a real job. This all changed after a good stint in South America. Once I returned to New Zealand I decided to dip into the student loan once more for a photography diploma at Southseas.

How would you describe your style/aesthetic and how do you achieve it? After a lot of studio hours, I’ve started taking much more notice of how light refracts and bounces around out there, whether it’s daylight, neon signs or street light. It’s hard to walk around and not notice these things and my aesthetic is heavily influenced by this when I go into studio. Describing my style is tricky... I think I’m well in the thick of forming it.

Some highlights so far? Getting up every day realising that I’m frothing on what I do.

Any photographers you look up to/love the work of? I take a lot of inspiration from legendary portrait photographers Nadav Kander, Yousuf Karsh and Rineke

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Dijkstra and have recently been introduced to the epic work of Dan Winters. I really like their work because it carries a lot of emotion and texture in each shot. They form this fantasy world in the most simplistic way. A complete contrast to the works of David Lachapelle, which is epic and inspiring at its own level. Where would you like to be career-wise in a couple of years from now? The pinnacle for me would be shooting portraits for a living, of musicians around the world if I could be picky. Either/or, I will give it all to get there. Interview by Josie Steenhart.

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Billy Apple was born in New Zealand, kind of… In London aged 26 he changed his name (from Barrie Bates), bleached his hair, and would claim everyday objects and life activities - like vacuuming - as art. He’s associated with the New York and British schools of pop art and is known as one of the pioneers of New York conceptual art, with contemporaries such as Andy Warhol and David Hockney. The Billy Apple retrospective, ‘The Artist Has to Live Like Everybody Else’ celebrating 55 years of Billy Apple and featuring a 5-metre high text work, high-performance racing motorcycles and cars and the artist’s own cells virally transformed to live outside his body, is now on at Auckland Art Gallery.

You went to London in 1959 to attend the Royal College of Art to study graphic design. When did art first become a big part of your life? I’m interested in ideas first and foremost, and advertising is the business of ideas. Back then advertising had a language that art didn’t have, which gave it structure. It taught me that I could call myself an art director and assemble a team of specialists to produce my works. The kinds of works I was doing at the Royal College were closer to an art context than design. I had access to all the different departments and that was key. I was able to get the sculpture school to cast my bronze apples and peeled bananas. The graphic design school printed my canvases on their offset printing press. The ceramic school made the colour separations and offset plates for them, and so on. My practice began on that note - I was the director. It’s like Fellini - it’s your movie but you need great players to make it happen. That’s been my position and still is. Billy Apple was created in London in 1962. What prompted the name change? On November 22 1962, I changed my name to Billy Apple. It was a self-branding exercise – in effect I became an artwork I could create a brand identity for. I picked red and green as my corporate colours and made works about things to do with apples to reinforce my new art brand. My new identity (as an art object) broke down the arbitrary separation between art and life and I was able to legitimately use my life activities as content for my art. I’ve been doing this ever since.

You bleached your hair and eyebrows at the same time as changing your name. What was the significance there? It was a quick way to signal my identity change. What made London and New York so influential in terms of your career? Because they are London and New York – both world centres for art and money. Like Sinatra says, ‘If I can make it there, I’ll make it anywhere.’ What prompted your move back to New Zealand and how has the move influenced your work? Conceptual art was over in 1976. Everything seemed to have been done. I was working on new ideas to do with text-based portraits and had begun my Art Transaction series. These revealed the behind-the-scenes of the art market, like my ‘I.O.U.’ canvas. But New York was conservative and my New York art dealer, Leo Castelli said, ‘Billy, we don’t borrow money’. So I began showing the works in New Zealand in the 80s – Artspace was first. It’s now on K’ Road and I just opened on Friday there with ‘SUCK’. I moved back to Auckland in 1990. I could do things here that I couldn’t in New York, like collaborating on works with scientists. My intellectual property project with Minter Ellison Rudd Watts meant I was able to become a registered trademark in 2007, so now I’m Billy Apple®. ‘PAID: The Artist Has To Live Like Everybody Else’ was a project initially started to pay your bills. Can you explain how the process came about and why you think it worked? I wanted to develop a series of affordable works for young collectors. I discussed this with Wystan Curnow and we

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came up with the phrase ‘The Artist Has To Live…’ So how it works is I offer up invoices from my day-to-day bills, the collector pays the invoice and I mount it on the printed black form with white text – PAID etc. They’re interesting because all together they show how you can profile someone by the paper trails they create in their day-to-day lives. Why is the Auckland Art Gallery giving you a retrospective exhibition? There are over 200 works from 55 years of practice across three continents, from pop through conceptual art to works from my art and life that use a range of technologies. It’s curated by Christina Barton – we’ve worked together for more than 15 years. Come and see the exhibition and you’ll realise why. What has been your favourite or standout work that you’ve created? Billy Apple is 53. I was happy to make it past my golden anniversary! What’s next for the Billy Apple brand? I’ve been working with Saatchi & Saatchi on a new cider, the Billy Apple® Cider. We’re launching it at the exhibition opening. Like I said to the director of the Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, Andy couldn’t do something like this because his name wasn’t Campbell! Billy Apple is represented by Starkwhite, Auckland; Hamish McKay, Wellington and The Mayor Gallery, London. Words by Isabelle Truman.

GINNY BLACKMORE It’s been a while since we’ve caught up with Ginny Blackmore. The New Zealand singer has been living in Los Angeles, writing and recording her debut album Over the Moon. As her new single ‘Love Me Anyway’ races up the charts, Ginny popped back home for a bit, so Remix writer Isabelle Truman phoned her up at her home in Mission Bay to get the lowdown on her life and music.

Do you have a favourite song from the album? I do, it’s called ‘Love Strikes’. It was written about finding love again after it’s been lost and it’s my favourite one to perform. It’s just piano and a vocal. I’m a singer first, so I just love to sing, and for whatever reason that song means a lot to me.

How do find living in Los Angeles? It’s a bit of a mixed bag. It’s really amazing because in terms of my job and music there are amazing opportunities around every corner and you get that feeling that anything can happen. If you have big dreams, it’s a really fun place to be. I’ve had amazing experiences there, so it’s perfect for what I want to do. But it is a bit of a strange place - it’s not beautiful, it’s not the most fun lifestyle and people can be a bit shallow. It’s very different to New Zealand. Do you think that living there has changed the way you write music? Initially it did because I felt the pressure to do things the way that they wanted me to. I’m very used to writing by myself - writing and recording in my bedroom, or wherever I feel the inspiration. In LA it’s very about the glamour of which studio you’re in or which producer it is and that kind of stuff. I tried to jump into that initially and it didn’t improve my songwriting at all, it probably made it worse because I felt a lot of pressure to come out with hit songs, so I stopped that and went back to my old way of songwriting. Tell us a bit about your album Over The Moon. Over The Moon is a labour of love. It’s a culmination of songs that I have written over the past two years - my journey in LA and in New Zealand. There are new songs mixed with old songs and we just tried to pick out the ones that we thought were the best. I’ve written every song in different countries all over the world and they were all recorded on my laptop - nothing in a studio. It’s been a really hard thing to put together because I’ve worked with so many amazing producers in America who are very expensive, I guess you could say, so it’s been hard to get the rights. If you have a huge producer they can charge $70,000 per track, which becomes a problem. You left school at 16 and moved to London a couple of years later to pursue music. When did you get your first break? When you have huge dreams and you’re starting from REMIX MAGAZINE ARTS & CULTURE

What was the inspiration behind the new music video for ‘Love Me Anyway’? The inspiration behind the video was very basic. I haven’t done a video yet where I feel relaxed. All I wanted was to wear the clothes that I enjoy wearing, which is a lot of ‘70s vintage stuff, and I wanted to be barefoot on a beach in natural habitat, because that’s where I feel I perform my best. I wanted to be myself and not put on too much of a show because I’m not comfortable with that a lot of the time. The director Petra Cibilich was really amazing to work with. nowhere, everything feels like a huge break. When I signed with Sony Publishing and started songwriting for other people it seemed like a huge break. I believed that my music would be better suited to America so I started funding trips and going over there, so that I could write with American artists. On one of the trips that I was on with Christina Aguilera, I had a record label meeting that same week. I sang them ‘Bones’ and they all just started offering me deals. My life has gone from attempting to be a singer in London – tired, jaded and not knowing what to do, to having offers from American record labels in a week – just because I wrote ‘Bones’. I sang for L.A. Reid and he signed me that evening. So, they obviously knew upon hearing ‘Bones’ that it was a hit. Is that how you felt when you wrote it? I couldn’t tell. I can never really tell. I just write and I never know what people will react or respond to. I’d written songs before that people thought were hits, so they got other artists to record them. But when people heard Bones they wanted the song and my voice together.

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Where do you find inspiration from for your songs? Pretty much from my own emotions. I’m a very introverted sort of person and I channel my emotions into my music, so instead of feeling down or upset about something I decide to turn it into a song. I’m very literal – whatever I’m thinking or feeling at the time is what I write about. Who influenced the album and who are your current musical influences? I have very random taste in music. I tend to gravitate more towards songs rather than artists. So if a song is amazing I’ll love that. The only people I can think of that have influenced me would be Lauryn Hill, I adore her songwriting and lyrics, John Mayer, also. I really love Rihanna, I think she has a beautiful voice and I love the Caribbean vibe to everything. I really like the new indie sound like Ellie Goulding, Lorde and BROODS. I tend to gravitate towards a mixture of new and old school soul. facebook.com/ginnyblackmoremusic

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Natalia Sheppard, the Kiwi musician formerly known as MC Tali and now known simply as Tali, is gearing up to release her fifth studio album Wolves, fresh off the success of lead single ‘Forces’. Remix writer Isabelle Truman sat down for a chat about the new record, self- producing, beauty tips and current influencers...

How did you spend your summer? I’ve had a really busy summer touring and playing loads of different gigs, basically from before Christmas and right through until end of March. I’ve been booked to play things almost every weekend – Rhythm ‘n’ Vines, Splore, Southern Shakedown. Shows in places like Raglan, Christchurch and Wellington. I’ve had a really full-on summer! Tell us a bit about what to expect from your new album? Wolves is a mixture of my love of cinematic soul and what I like to call gangster jazz. Anyone that knows me knows I like to think I’m a little bit of a gangster, but I also have a really jazzy style, so I try to fuse those styles together in a way that’s just really uniquely me. And of course, people can expect to hear me rapping and singing. I would say subject-wise, it’s a culmination of personal reflection and growth - things I’ve found out about myself and that I want to explore and encourage. What was your favourite part about making Wolves? Wolves is completely self-produced, which meant it was on my time. It was completely up to me to solve problems and issues. It was really challenge-based. I tried to make it about the process, and that’s because I didn’t know what I was creating when I was creating it. I just decided I was sick and tired of waiting for producers to hurry up and provide me with a song, and that I was going to have a go at producing. I ended up enjoying the process so much when I was doing an EP that next thing you know I’d written an album. I had no end goal; it was very much

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about the process. I’ve been reading a lot of Eckhart Tolle lately and he talks about enjoying the process and not worrying so much about the end gain. What’s your favourite track on the album? I don’t have one favourite song because each song is like a little child I’ve spawned. I feel like every single song is unique and tells its own story. Each one will appeal to different people for different reasons. I can’t pick favourites. As a collection, I’m so pleased. Who are your favourite people to collaborate with in the New Zealand music scene? I did the ‘Forces’ remix with Trei, which was more a remix than a collaboration, but it did really well. It was playlisted on a lot of radio stations around New Zealand, it’s been played on the BBC 1 Extra in London, and it was on the George FM Yearbook. I’ve also got a really great single coming out with MayaVanya next month called ‘Rockets’. That was really awesome because it was a collaborative studio production process – all three of us sat in the studio together and worked on it. We all wrote the lyrics, I wrote some of the piano parts and some of the string parts, so it felt like a really group effort. It was really empowering to be in the studio with two of my best mates who also happen to be women in the industry. I’ve never worked with women like that and I loved it. Who are your current musical influences? I have lots of different inspirations, but with the album specifically I was listening to a lot of Little Dragon, who

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are probably my favourite band. I was influenced by the dreamy, layered stuff that they do – especially in Nabuma Rubberband. But then I was listening to a lot of old Wu Tang and Gravediggers too. I think so much music these days is over-produced and sounds so perfect that it loses its soul, but then you listen to something really rugged like those guys and it’s so raw and has real heart and soul and passion. What are some beauty tips you have for our readers? I’m a vegetarian and I think that that’s really anti-aging. I think a lot of vegetarians look a lot younger than what they are. I drink a lot of water and I sleep heaps – I’m a nine-hour-a-night sleep girl. When it comes to beauty, I’ll never, ever go to bed with my makeup on. Even if I’m at a festival it’s always wet wipes or cleanser and a bottle of water. I’m a brand ambassador for Smashbox, so I’m really lucky they do my makeup for shoots and they also give me products. They don’t test on animals either, I’m very much about using cruelty-free products. Who are your favourite New Zealand and international designers? I love Stella McCartney – her luxe sportswear is so me. I also love Stelladust swimwear. Alexander McQueen – my wedding dress was by him. Mara Hoffman is another one, I love her bright, tribal patterns. Sass & Bide. And Chaos & Harmony footwear are good. Photography by Eva Brichau

JEREMY RENNER TALKS AVENGERS: AGE OF ULTRON Expectations are high for Avengers: Age of Ultron, which will be released worldwide this May as a sequel to 2012’s enormously successful Marvel’s The Avengers. Returning for round two is Robert Downey Jr., Scarlett Johanssen, Chris Hemsworth and Mark Ruffalo. However it’s actor Jeremy Renner, who plays Hawkeye, who returns with a much greater role than he had in the first film. Here Jeremy talks about working with the cast again, how he rehearsed for his stunt scenes and why his character got a bigger part.

How is this movie going to be different from the first one? It’s really simple. Everything that worked in the first movie is just exponentially better in this one. The relationships are not better in a sense; they’re just deeper. There’s more to go. The bad guys, again not better, just different. The stunts are crazy. It’s a bigger, bigger world and there are more new characters and a lot of spinning plates in this. What I loved about the first one when I saw it was that it didn’t take itself too seriously. That’s why I think it crossed a line from just fans and fan boys to a broader audience—my parents loved it. They truly just loved it because it made sense to people, I suppose. So there’s great humanity and a little wink to things and there’s a joke to things, which I love, and that’s a lot of Joss [director Joss Whedon], for sure. How did [director] Joss Whedon let you know that Hawkeye would have a much bigger role in this film? It was very early on, well before there was really a script. I saw Joss at a party randomly and he said that pretty much all the things we talked about doing in the first one are going in here but with a different twist. Joss and I both really love the character and we didn’t really get to explore REMIX MAGAZINE ARTS & CULTURE

him very much in the first movie. In this one it was really cool to be able to explore that human side and that was my main attraction to doing Hawkeye in the first place because he’s a character that is human and he’s flawed and has limitations. What was it like to be working with a group you know so well? I certainly don’t know if gelling is the right word because you know none of us Avengers get along that well and that’s a really great thing; it’s a dysfunctional family. But off set we do all get along very well and the cast probably has been the best part of making these movies. In the first one I only saw Robert Downey Jr. but twice and that was in passing. All I saw was Scarlett Johansson and then a little bit of Tom Hiddleston. Otherwise I was off by myself being hypnotized. In this one we’re together a lot, which is great for us but terrible for Joss because it’s tough to wrangle 10 crazy actors that love each other and just want to talk. It’s like kindergarten class. He literally has to whistle to get our attention. Ritalin just needs to be served at lunch. But it’s been a lot more fun and connective tissue with us off set and on set because we had a lot more to do in this together.

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What have been your favorite things to shoot? I enjoyed the scene around the hammer, which was the party scene. I really enjoyed that because that had nothing to do with tech or lingo or anything. There was just The Avengers hanging out. Other than that, it’s been the stunt work. It’s a lot of fun. I feel like I can contribute a lot to that. I come up with different ideas and that’s where Joss lets me go. He doesn’t tell me how to shoot a bow and arrow and what to do. So anything that pertains to stunts has scratched the creative bone for me. How do you decide what stunts you’re going to do and which stunts you’ll skip? I’ll go through it with some of the stunt guys just to be with a human because in this I’m fighting air, so they have to put in something. So half the time I’m talking more to visual effects than I’m talking to anyone else just to let them know when I’m doing this and when I’m doing that. Like I’m spinning it to get the arrow tip to the right direction to stab here and then I’m throwing him here. I have to really communicate those things, which is a whole other weird part of the stunt aspect in this movie. marvel.com/avengers

MARKOS ROUNTHWAITE At a preview screening I attended in preparation for this interview, The Gunman, the newest blockbuster starring Sean Penn and directed by Pierre Morel, had just the right amount of action, drama and romance to keep me paying attention the entire way through. I was literally on the edge of my seat for a large majority - and that’s saying something as I’ve fallen asleep in the last three films I’ve been to. Better yet, these action-packed scenes I’m talking about have New Zealand-born stunt coordinator Markos Rounthwaite to credit. Rounthwaite has been on the scene since the early 90s and now has a huge range of Hollywood blockbusters under his belt....

Hey Markos, what were you doing before you became a professional stunt co-ordinator? I was a Taekwon-do instructor based in Auckland. And how did you first get into the film and stunt profession? It had been a childhood dream to work in the film industry and I began performing stunts in the early 90’s on Hercules: The Legendary Journeys & Xena: Warrior Princess. Peter Bell was the Stunt Coordinator at the time and required Stunt Performers with a fighting background, so essentially it was Martial Arts which opened the door. What were your initial thoughts when you read the script for The Gunman? I thoroughly enjoyed the script. For me, it had a real classic flavour. Pierre Morel and Sean Penn were the perfect mix for a genre like this and really made me want to be a part of the project. Without giving too much away, what was the most exciting part of working on The Gunman? The action we created didn’t feel at all gratuitous. Everything served as a key component in the process of storytelling. Having direct input from Sean and Pierre resulted in a very organic, real feel within the action elements. The fights, for me, were enthralling. I feel we were successful in producing action sequences as inherent extensions of both character and story.

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How was it working with Sean Penn and the rest of the cast? It was almost overwhelming working alongside such a high-calibre cast. Sean is an absolute professional and a privilege to work with. His character input and attention to detail within our action design was integral and had a domino effect with our workflow. How long does it take to finish your job on a film as actionpacked as this? About five months including prep. What’s the hardest stunt you’ve had to co-ordinate in your career? Every action sequence has its own unique complexities. One of the most challenging experiences for me would be the opening sequence for Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance. Given the resources at the time, we were able to simulate a character high siding off a speeding motorcycle and catapulted over a guardrail with an actual 200 foot drop below. We did this all in one, with the assistance of a wire rig. In creating such an effective rig, we were also able to emulate the move with the director/camera operator attached to the same line, shooting a POV of sorts. Is there anyone you particularly look up to in the stunt game? There is so much to learn from all of my peers around the world, both young and old. With the combination of technology, experience and innovation both behind and in front of the camera, there are many stunt coordinators of high quality I look up to.

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Is there any director that you particularly want to work with in the future? I’m a fan of many. It was definitely a pleasure to work with Pierre and Sean on The Gunman. For them to give me the opportunity to stunt coordinate and shoot 2nd Unit on this project was an honour. I hope I did them both enough justice for them to call on my services again in the future. What’s the most rewarding part about being a stunt coordinator? I am only as good as my team! They are a part of my creative process. For me, the most rewarding part about being a successful stunt coordinator is working with my team, problem solving, creating new possibilities of action and having a beer with them at the end of each day knowing we gave our best without harm. What are some tips for anyone wanting to get into the stunt profession or wanting to find out more about it? Follow your dreams. Tool yourself with right skills and know that if you work hard, the rewards will always be what you want. What are you working on next? I’ve just completed another Silver Pictures project called The Nice Guys with Shane Black directing. So right now I’m available and open to offers… Interview by Isabelle Truman.

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FLORIAN HABICHT Florian Habicht talks about the making of his NME Award winning documentary Pulp: A Film About Life, Death & Supermarkets...

Jarvis Cocker, the iconic frontman for the band Pulp, doesn’t usually meet up with strangers, but after watching the trailer for filmmaker Florian Habicht’s feature film Love Story he accepted Habicht’s invitation to meet, have a cup of tea, and watch his film. Habicht wasn’t going to let the opportunity of meeting the charismatic singer of one of his favourite bands go to waste, and spent the night conjuring up an idea for a documentary celebrating the ‘common people’, who are often at the heart of Pulp’s songs. Turns out, he was on to something. Jarvis also wanted to make a documentary that mused on the recently reformed band’s connection to their hometown of Sheffield. Habicht says, ‘We had a similar kind of vision, not your average rockumentary, but a film more about the people of Sheffield’. Habicht served up a piece of the Love Story red velvet cake during the screening, and the wooing was complete - he had seven weeks to pull together a documentary. The tight deadline was due to Pulp’s upcoming unofficial final tour concert at Sheffield’s Motorpoint Arena in December 2012. This was the concert that would feature in the documentary, alongside relaxed interviews with the band and on-the-street interviews with locals. The idea was to create a film that paid homage, not just to a band, but also its fans.

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‘I wanted to treat the band the same as the people of Sheffield. To try and have them on the same level rather than the band as rock gods and then the fans who worship the band,’ says Habicht. The result is a warm, down to earth and unique film that, with the addition of live concert footage, is also at times quite exhilarating. Shooting from the perspective of the audience with 12 HD cameras, Habicht captures the electric atmosphere of a stadium concert, as well as Cocker in all his writhing, seductive glory as he belts out classic Pulp tracks. The sound is incredible; thanks to the band re-mastering the audio after the concert, making this film the next best thing to being there live. While many directors would crumble under the pressure of trying to find a producer, funding and a crew in a matter of weeks, Habicht was in his element. ‘I’m a bit naive, I don’t worry enough,’ he claims. As Habicht explains, thanks to his Love Story family, he was able to get underway quickly. ‘My DOP Maria Ines Manchego came from New York and Peter O’Donoghue who edited Love Story flew in from Sydney with his computer. Since we didn’t have a script, he started editing while we were shooting and that way we could see where the film was going,’ says Habicht. Producer Alex Boden (Cloud Atlas) was similarly unfazed by the last minute nature of the film. As Habicht explains,

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‘When it got to the concert the funding still hadn’t got through, we actually shot the concert on his [Boden’s] credit card… He’d never made something so rock ‘n’ roll.’ The funding did finally come through, but not before Habicht had written a fake script. Boden told him a week before the concert that nobody wants to give money until they get a treatment or a script. ‘So while we’re shooting in Sheffield at night, I was making up a completed fabricated film, making up scenarios and characters to get the money.’ Needless to say, it’s not the film some people thought it would be. But more importantly, it’s the film Habicht and Jarvis imagined together. The fact they were on the same page made it all possible. ‘It was the only reason we could make it so fast. We didn’t know each other, but we had the same vision. You could spend a year talking, discussing, jamming ideas to get the vision of the film, but we had that down in one cup of tea, We said, “That’s what the film’s going to be”, and there were never really problems.’ Pulp: A Film About Life, Death & Supermarkets will have a limited theatrical release in Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin, Waiheke and Matakana from March 19th, with the NZ Television Premiere on Rialto Channel, Thursday 23rd April, 8.30pm. Go to rialtochannel.co.nz for all the details.

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JOEL DOMMETT Joel Dommett is heading to our shores in May as part of the New Zealand International Comedy Festival. In his 29 years he’s managed to travel the world with stand-up comedy, be in a kind-of band, work on various popular TV shows such as Skins, somehow manage to be the opening act for Justin Bieber, and get hired (and then fired) by MTV. He talks to us from London - where it’s 1:30am, about blenders, turning 30, and also a bit about comedy.

Hi Joel! Sorry to keep you up so late. It’s alright! I’m always up this late, it’s when I get all my stuff done. There are just so many distractions during the day, so I stay up to do all my work. When I come over to New Zealand I’ll probably be in the right sort of time zone to suit my body clock perfectly and may actually get something productive done during the day. What’ve you been up to lately? I’ve been really busy! It’s been such a good year so far and it looks like it’s hopefully going to continue. I’ve just finished recording a television series called ‘Reality Bites’ and that was the first time that I’ve ever been a captain on a panel show before. I finished touring my Edinburgh show last year, then went to Japan and filmed a documentary over there, which was really cool. I’m now off to do lots of snowboarding gigs in the Alps and then as soon as I get back I’ll be in Melbourne then New Zealand! Looks like I’ll also be going to Tanzania on the way home too, which is pretty mental. Just going all the way back – your first gig was at a bar in LA? I was in America visiting a friend, and then he went and left for a work thing he suddenly had to do, so I was just living at his house for two months and was so bored. I didn’t know what to do so I just ended up going to this comedy club that was really close, like, pretty much every single day – they started letting me in for free because I think they felt sorry for this weird little English loner guy that kept turning up and also, probably because I was about their first actual audience. I ended up going up and doing some stuff on one of their open mic nights, because I just wanted to achieve something before I REMIX MAGAZINE ARTS & CULTURE

went home. After that I kind of just got obsessed with it – I came home and did over 300 gigs in my first year and that’s kind of how it’s been ever since really.

I think he’s turning into King Joffrey (from Game of Thrones). There are definite comparisons. Give it five years and he’ll impale a prostitute with a crossbow.

Your show ‘Finding Emo’ is obviously based loosely around past experiences. Is that where you get most of your material from? It seems to be right now. I’m really enjoying nostalgic stuff at the moment. I’m only just realising how weird my childhood was. I thought I was really normal but when I talk to people I realise how odd it was. I used to try to be cool but would always get it wrong - I had a really big sound system in my car but used to just play Les Miserables, the musical, really loud… with a sub-woofer, when I was 17.

Are you excited about heading to New Zealand for the first time? Everyone that tells me about New Zealand says it’s a really great festival, and I’ve always wanted to go to New Zealand since I was a kid. I’m very excited to come over to your country.

What are some of the craziest things that you’ve been part of due to the industry you’re in? With the MTV thing I got asked to do a lot of weird things. I got asked to do stand-up comedy in a massive car park before Justin Bieber performed once, which was pretty mental. Ten thousand kids that would just scream if you said his name. They didn’t want to listen to any jokes, so I just repeated his name for 10 minutes. He arrived in a helicopter and hovered above the audience, then came out and there were fireworks - it was so intense. He fistbumped me and the audience just lost it. He’s actually been a topic of conversation in our office today, so it’s funny you should mention him. Oh really? I’ve met him a couple of times and he seems fine. He didn’t throw an absolute catastrophic tantrum when I was around, but I quite like that he’s mental. I reckon it’s really exciting because slowly, day by day,

What are you expecting? I have no idea really! I mean obviously everyone is going to say Lord of the Rings, but it’s so strange – what did people think New Zealand was before that? I’ve always wanted to go because I just love epic scenery. It’s my thing. I’m a massive loner, and New Zealand feels like it’s a good place for loners. I feel like you could just hang out and stare at things for ages and no one would think you were weird. In London, you’re weird if you stare at stuff. Whereas in New Zealand I feel like you’d be allowed to stare and people would be like, ‘Ha! He’s appreciating the beauty of our country’. I’m going to climb a mountain at some point, and go to a beach. Tell us a few reasons why we should come and see your show... I’ve worked really hard on it. I really enjoy doing it so hopefully people will enjoy watching it and come away laughing. And also come away going, ‘Oh, I know a little bit more about Joel Dommett now,’ including the fact that he talks about himself in the third person. Finding Emo, Auckland, May 7th to 9th

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Towards late afternoon, the sun dips behind the San Jacinto Mountains, turning the large, craggy shapes framing the city a dark olive. For a brief moment, a thin line of hot orange burns the tip. Long fingers of light slowly loosen their grip on the city, and dusk falls. The heat holds on. Lying poolside, legs stretched out, the air hot and dry, we contemplate what makes this place feel so special. The mountain range comes up first; it provides the perfect amount of drama to an otherwise flat city, along with late afternoon shade and protection from strong winds. This is followed by the soft, warm light; so different to what we’re familiar with, the parched landscape, and of course, the mid-century architecture. Alongside a love for the desert and modern architecture, there’s another reason we chose Palm Springs; the Ace Hotel, a refurbished 1960’s hotel complex. Having trawled through images of the city, a particular shot of a sun-drenched pool, surrounded by loungers, palm trees and a white 60’s building burned in my memory. And then we saw the interiors. With their aesthetic firmly rooted in the local art and design scene, and their goal to deliver affordable accommodation for the creative class, you can really appreciate the care and thought that’s gone into developing the personality of this hotel. From the colourful prints above the bed and the curated magazine stash right down to the ice bucket

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and bag for the hairdryer, no detail has been overlooked. They even collaborate with their pals to curate the perfect poolside playlist. Part of the experience is having breakfast at the Kingsway diner. Once an old Denny’s, it’s been converted into the main restaurant servicing the hotel. A long line of chestnut leather booths sit flush with a stone wall, and pendulum lights dangle over each booth. The menu is described as ‘desert diner fare’, and carefully designed with the help of Brooklyn’s popular Five Leaves restaurant. The offerings are simple and delicious, such as sage scrambled egg sandwiches and Stumptown coffee, which we gratefully lap up knowing it will be the last good coffee on our journey, which takes us deeper east into the continent. Located two hours drive from Hollywood, the city holds a history of glamorous residents and regulars, which offers reason for the spectacular list of notable buildings. Being Modernist fans we downloaded an app; PS Modcom, which allowed us to set out on a self-directed architecture tour. While many sites on the bucket list are residential properties and can only be viewed from the street, the

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app shares photos and videos of the interior, and a little bit of history on each house. Standout properties include the well-known Kaufmann Desert house by Richard Neutra and the Edris House by E. Stewart Williams. Both were built incorporating materials from the original site, giving a unique unity between land and dwelling. Their strong 90-degree angles arise from the ground, barely disturbing the outlook. You’ll find many gems around this area. A good example of a public Modern building you can visit and enter include the Palm Springs Public Library by William F. Cody, with its strong bunker-like exterior that gives no hint to the long shafts of sunlight that enter via skylights and windows leading to central courtyards. And it’s impossible not to mention the iconic Tramway Gas Station. Designed by Alfred Frey in 1965, it now functions as a visitor centre. Surrounded by palm trees and large boulders, the cantilevered canopy sits below those dramatic mountains and points in the direction of the city, a suitable welcome for visitors entering the city.

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I’m lucky enough to have an aunt that won the Green Card Lottery and due to that, this year will mark the sixth time I’ve spent an extended amount of time in San Francisco - making it pretty much my second home. One great thing about San Francisco, and just America in general, is the vintage shopping. Basically picture your average vintage store in Ponsonby, then double its range and halve its price. The best place to go in the city is Haight Ashbury, which is technically the point where Haight and Ashbury Streets meet, but has just become the known name of the surrounding uber cool area. The street is famous for being a huge part of the hippie movement of the 60s and 70s - think the Beatles wandering the streets back in the day, and it still exudes the total hippie vibe. Haight Ashbury is a mix of high-end vintage shops and cheap but equally amazing ones – plus a great range of cafes and bookstores. The area is also home to one of the world’s most famous record stores, Amoeba Records, REMIX MAGAZINE TRAVEL

and the famous Hippie Hill, which backs onto the Golden Gate Park. I’d say give yourself a good full day to wander the streets and the park. A FEW TOURISTY BITS - Chinatown is worth a visit if you’re in the city. It’s definitely one of the better Chinatowns around, but it is really busy and if you’re a vegetarian I certainly wouldn’t recommend looking into the shops too closely. Grab a cable car and head up to the hills to see the amazing architecture of the little Victorian houses – Google the ‘Painted Ladies’ for a great location. On a sunny day, Fisherman’s Wharf is pretty fun too. If you have a full day, take the ferry from the Pier to Alcatraz and do a tour round the old prison – it’s kinda creepy but really interesting. HIT THE HIGHWAY - Head out of the city for a day and drive to Monterey. It’s about two hours away, but it’s a really lovely little town on the water and the aquarium

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there is superb. They’ve got a jellyfish exhibition and it was one of the coolest things ever. On the way down, stop off at the Santa Cruz boardwalk for an hour or two - it’s the cutest little amusement park right on the beachfront. BEER AND FOAM FINGERS - We took a family trip to see the San Francisco Giants play at the AT&T stadium. This is such a cool thing to do because the entire population of the city gets involved. Everyone dresses up, everyone drinks beer and everyone has one of those big foam fingers. To be honest, we didn’t watch much of the three-hour game, but the atmosphere and the people made the night worthwhile. Obviously baseball is huge all over America, but the San Francisco Giants were last year’s winners of the World Series, so there’s no better time to head to a game than when you’re seeing one of the best teams in the US of A.

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James Dobson, Jimmy D designer/Children Of Vision co-owner takes us poolside on a Bali high as he contemplates what makes this place feel so special...

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BALI IS... fun BECAUSE... it’s cheap, the only place I’ll ever be a millionaire. It’s also incredibly beautiful and the people are so genuine and lovely. WHAT I FOUND SURPRISING WAS... even though I ain’t beachy - usually I’d much prefer to run away to a new and exciting city - Bali really ticked all my boxes. There are incredible beaches, but there’s also a great food scene that goes from roadside ‘warungs’ to flashy beachside fine dining, there’s a great nightlife (shout out to the Nicki Minaj impersonator at Bali Joes), and the stunning Ubud to get your eat, pray, love moment. Or you can just not leave the hotel and sit by your rooftop pool sipping on cocktails and burning parts of your body you missed with the sunscreen. It’s a cliche, but there’s

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something for everybody. And me. I STAYED at the U Paasha hotel in Seminyak BECAUSE… it’s modern, minimal, right in the middle of bustly Seminyak and has an awesome rooftop pool and bar. I also stayed at The Komaneka at Tanggayuda in Ubud, it was the perfect foil to the busyness of Seminyak - you get your own villa within beautifully maintained grounds that are like wandering through some kind of botanical gardens. The main infinity pool overlooking the deep valley of lush forest is pretty dreamy. THE DINING OPTIONS WERE... incredible esquites and tacos at Motel Mexicola in Seminyak, broccoli and meatball pizza at Hanks (also in Seminyak) washed

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down with a Bintang of course, and Balinese pancakes at Sari Organic in the rice fields of Ubud. Oh, and these incredible peanut and green chilli cracker things at the U Paasha hotel bar that go verrrrrry well with Bintang. Lots of Bintang. THREE HIDDEN GEMS IN THE AREA ARE... the sunset from the rooftop pool of the U Paasha hotel, a massage at Jari Menari and wandering through the rice fields of Ubud. THREE ESSENTIAL SUITCASE ITEMS ARE... MAC Studio Fix spray is incredible refreshing in the sticky climate, imodium (I didn’t need it, but just in case...) and panadol - for all the Bintangs.

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The colours and cables of a Pushkar dwelling. This devout religious town literally hums with regular prayers chanting, drums and devotional songs.

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Our Remix Art Director, Annabelle Rose, spent six weeks exploring (and negotiating) the diverse regions of India - discovering a country full of contradiction and beauty. A place impossible not to be astonished by.

Palolem beach in Goa, an Indian oasis beside the Arabian Sea.

Strolling the streets of the Jaisalmer fort, a huge sandcastle-esque fort in the middle of the Rajasthan desert.

Spotted: An elephant and his keeper on the outskirts of Udaipur.

You wanted to do your trip a little bit differently - no tours, no flash hotels. Why? How do you think it helped you see India differently? You know what, when I first decided to go to India it was all very ‘Eat, Pray, Love’ - basically, I wanted to be Julia Roberts in an ashram experiencing spiritual enlightenment. But the more I researched and talked to other travellers, I got the sense that perhaps I’d missed the point. If you’re going to go to India, you may as well experience it in all its ‘glory’. Some of the dirtiest, cheapest places we stayed were the most welcoming and memorable (for all the right reasons).

passion, the cuisine, the poverty, the colour, the riches it’s truly an assault on the senses.

What were your favourite, and least favourite, things about India? My favourite and least favourite are the same. India was so different to what I’d imagined and prepared for, which was both wonderful and totally unsettling.

When someone mentions India, does one particular place and/or memory from your trip stand out? Would you go back? Honestly, I couldn’t pick one! It was a whirlwind journey. There were nights when my friend Emma and I were genuinely surprised we’d made it through unscathed. Then at some point - in my case as I sat on the plane home - you’re overwhelmed with accomplishment. Now whenever I hear someone mention India, the urge to go back and throw myself into the utter madness is so strong.

Knowing what you know now, what would you tell yourself before you got on that plane to go to India? Go with no expectations, embrace the obstacles, stand your ground and let go... Only then can you clearly see the beauty of that country. Many people say that everyone must visit India at least once in their life. Do you agree with that now? What is it people must see or experience? For anyone with even the slightest amount of curiosity - go. Nothing can compare to the pace, the people, the REMIX MAGAZINE TRAVEL

Did you have a favourite place? My favourite place was Udaipur. Firstly, it’s unbelievably beautiful. Secondly, the people here are wonderful. We were lucky enough to meet a tuk-tuk driver called Shakeria who made it his duty to show us the best of Udaipur, in the least touristy way possible. From our thali dinner in the back streets to swimming in Tiger Lake - a secluded spot an hour’s drive from Udaipur - and sari shopping at the local’s market for his cousin’s wedding.

What was the funniest moment? Taking up an offer of an afternoon ‘safari’ with your our tour guide Dahlpat (who looked like a mafia drug lord with a filthy handle-bar moustache - how could we say no?!). Our safari included looking at peacocks and visiting an opium den, which we quickly excused ourselves from.

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Finish this sentence: When travelling to India you absolutely must pack… As light as possible. Negotiating tiny train platforms with 60,000 other travellers can be hectic. Plus some standard life necessities - toilet paper, hand sanitiser... What are your must-dos and must-sees for readers visiting India? For a real adventure, go stay in the golden sandstone Jaisalmer fort, in the middle of the Rajasthan desert and take a camel trek to the dunes for a night out under the stars. Book it through a reputable travel vendor though, not through your accommodation. And for a relaxing Indian paradise, head to Palolem beach in Goa - stay at Ciarans for the beautiful beachfront huts and exceptionally warm service (and amazing massages). Oh and definitely ride a sleeper bus - it would probably be more comfortable riding a jack-hammer to your destination but the hilarity is worth every bruise and the total lack of sleep. What would readers who hadn’t been to India be most surprised to know? That it’s not all ashrams and incense. Or poverty and bad infrastructure. There are elements of this, sure, but it’s so much more! By keeping your wits about you and going with the flow (sounds like a contradiction - but that’s India) - the place will blow your mind in the most unexpected ways possible.

India in all its glory. Posing in front of the Taj Mahal.

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Udaipur. Indiaâ€™s capital of romance and beauty.

Agra, home of the opulent Taj Mahal and surprisingly, one of the most povertystricken places we visited.

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