FASHION IN THE BIG LITTLE CITY SHOPPING. DINING. HOTELS. EVENTS AUCKLAND S WELCOME TO

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1 FASHION IN THE BIG LITTLE CITY WELCOME TO AUCKLAND S SHOPPING. DINING. HOTELS. EVENTS

2 WORLD WINTER PHOTOGRAPHY BY MICHAEL NG

3 fashion in the city. 23 february CELEBRATE FASHION AND SUMMER IN THE BIG LITTLE CITY WITH THE BEST EVENTS, SHOPPING, NIGHTLIFE AND DINING. THE CITY WILL BE ALIVE WITH ACTIVITY DURING NZ FASHION FESTIVAL, including our one day fashion event on 3 March. THIS ISSUE IS DEDICATED TO BRINGING YOU THE INSIDE TRACK for ALL THAT S ON OFFER, SO YOU CAN MAKE THE MOST OF IT! 4 fashion fever hits town The fashion temperature has risen another notch in Auckland City. We take a look at how four main areas of the CBD have rapidly developed into oh-so-stylish spots. 6 NZ Fashion Festival It s a show for anyone who loves fashion and the biggest public fashion event in the country. 9 Secret addresses Discover the trendiest spots in town from some of our most stylish people. Ted Baker 10 Fashion s big day out Our CBD will come alive as the city s fashion stores throw open their doors on Saturday 3 March to celebrate all things stylish for Fashion in the BIG little City. 12 Map for saturday 3 march & 105 amazing offers Map out the quickest route to all the best deals. 15 top 10 bars and cafes Our pick of the best bars and cafes around the CBD. 16 dining guide Infuse your tastebuds in a brilliant selection of unique Auckland dining experiences all located in our BIG little City. 17 hotel packages Why not stay and enjoy all the NZ Fashion Festival has to offer. Put your feet up with one of these great hotel deals. 19 events There is so much happening around town in the following few months. We bring you the key events to look forward to on pages DFS Galleria WELCOME TO FASHION IN THE BIG LITTLE CITY This month marks the start of NZ Fashion Festival (24 Feb 4 Mar) and the inaugural Fashion in the BIG little City event (Sat 3 Mar), brought to you by Resene. The BIG little City believes in fashion. We believe that like fashion in the world s greatest cities (London, New York, Paris, Milan) fashion inspires us, it keeps us connected to colour, the seasons, trends and textures it allows us to celebrate our own individual style and our diversity. Whether it s admiring fashion on someone else, enjoying a runway show at an event like NZ Fashion Festival or treating yourself to some fabulous new thing. Fashion is a fun way to keep up with what s new and exciting, in awe of beautiful colours, rich new ideas and provides that note of allimportant glamour to our lives. This is why, on Saturday 3 March, we will be celebrating the very best of fashion in our city, with over 100 of the CBD s favourite retailers providing amazing offers, 8 FREE on-street fashion shows, a team of paparazzi roving the streets looking for our best dressed citizens and an end of day event with celebrity guest judges to help award our best dressed guys and girls with prizes. If that wasn t enough to get you itching to turn the pages and find out more, we re also giving one lucky visitor the chance to walk away with a $10,000 Ultimate Fashion Weekend for 2 in the City. So go on, get inspired, have some fun and best of all get amongst it and participate because this time (unlike NZ Fashion Week which is closed to the public), both these fabulous events are for you. Published for Heart of the City by The New Zealand Herald. Marketing Manager: Kate Cleaver, Heart of the City. APN Custom Publications Sales Manager: Jim Alexander. Design: Laura Hutchins. Photographer Cover Shot: Stephen Langdon. Photography throughout: Duncan Innes and Stephen Langdon To advertise in the July issue of BIG little City please contact Jim Alexander at jim.alexander@apn.co.nz or The events and offers listed are current at time of printing, are subject to availability and change and are the sole responsibility of the relevant event organiser or provider, not Heart of the City Inc. (HotC). HotC does not sponsor, endorse or approve of any of the events or offers and accepts no responsibility or liability for the events or offers whatsoever. Admission to some events requires the purchase of tickets, which are subject to availability. Heart of the City makes every effort to ensure the information published is up-to-date and accurate. However, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of our content at any one time. Heart of the City does not accept any liability for any loss or damage which may directly or indirectly result from any advice, opinion, information, representation or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, contained in or accessed through this feature. Note: trading days and times vary by outlet. R.18 for bars.

4 FASHION IN THE CITY. 23 february Fashion Fever HITS TOWN The fashion temperature has risen another whole notch in Auckland city. There s an undeniable sense of style like never before as you walk the streets thanks to sophisticated changes occurring almost daily in the CBD. The city, with its waterfront redevelopment, new uber-urban Britomart precinct, local and international designers, restyled streets and new art gallery has taken a huge leap forward in cosmopolitan standards of style and fashion. With more fashion retailers and slick hangouts than ever before Auckland City has come of age and the fashion crowds are flocking. So what s making our city so hot? Exactly why are fashionistas falling so feverishly in love with it? At the heart of all great fashion capitals lie the streets of the CBD. Walking past the cafes, galleries and retail stores of Auckland s central city it s easy not to pay attention to the subcultures emerging here every day. But it s right at the heart of our urban environment that popular culture, entertainment, creativity and youth are combining to create tomorrow s trends. And it s these distinctly unique New Zealand trends that have attracted fashion insiders to our retail personality. Like the great cosmopolitan centres of London, Paris, New York, Milan and Tokyo, downtown Auckland has become the country s answer for style-conscious consumers. From WORLD s dramatic colour blocking to Karen Walker s off-beat glamour it s where you can get a taste of kiwi originality at its best. International style icons from Beyonce & Jay-Z, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry to Sir Richard Branson have all chosen the CBD to shop while here on business. Amazingly, if you want to go shopping in downtown Auckland today you have a palette of over 280 of the best fashion retailers to choose from. To help you accessorise your look there are 38 jewellery retailers, 24 shoe shops (girlie heaven!), 19 personal accessory specialists and 3 large department stores. Oh the joy of living in a fashion capital. Auckland has long held the title of the country s fashion capital. This is where the majority of our leading designers are based, where most launch their first inner city flagship store, where creation of many of the finest locally-made fashion garments takes place and where fashion magazines are published all generating significant income, as well as making this the stylish and chic place it is to live. Add to that glamorous fashion events and trade fairs such as New Zealand Fashion Week and New Zealand Fashion Festival (open to the public and being held between 24 Feb 4 Mar 2012) that now take place on our waterfront every year; international luxury brands bringing their beautiful retail stores to Queen Street and the fact you can spot more stylish people between Vulcan Lane and The Viaduct than anywhere else in the country and you can see why Auckland is officially our fashionably attractive city. A place of inspiration. Right on your doorstep. High Street DISTRICt The Original Home of NZ Fashion Right at the heart of any fashion destination are the core streets where fashion professionals and fashion lovers instinctively converge, groundswell begins and labels are literally born. For London you could argue it s Carnaby Street, New York Seventh Avenue. For Auckland this has traditionally been in the form of a flourishing sub-culture in the small but ohso influential High Street. The area along High Street, Vulcan Lane and O Connell Street is the place to head if the best New Zealand labels are your passion. It s in this precinct that many of our New Zealand A-List designers have started their careers, with their original flagship stores now destination stops for visitors to our city, and country, as the world discovers their brands. In true intimate kiwi style it s not unheard of to find yourself sitting right next to one of these famous designer names drinking a coffee at the cafe table next to you or to meet them in store. Zambesi was one of the first to open in the uber-cool cobbled Vulcan Lane, followed by other local heavyweights including Helen Cherry, WORLD, Karen Walker, Kate Sylvester, Moochi, contemporary tailors Crane Brothers, Strangely Normal, Ruby, and most recently Andrea Moore and Turet Knuefermann s TK Store. These New Zealand originals have also been joined by Australia s designer fashion label MARCS and high-end shoe store for those with a serious passion, Ashley Ardrey. BRITOMART PRECINCT - The Hip New Destination The hot new area of town right now is the new Britomart precinct. Its stylish design and leading fashion brands attracted our early adopters from the minute it opened in 2009 and since then the area has continued to add a whole new exciting level to shopping in the heart of the city with everything from the hip bike shops to valet parking. Symbolic of the fashion elegance at Britomart is the Atrium on Takutai full of retail names previously unseen in New Zealand and designed with stunning talking point green walls - largescale vertical plantings which are watered with harvested rainwater. Its impressive drawcards include luxury fragrance and cosmetic brands Jo Malone, M.A.C and L Occitane, high-end sportswear stores Nike and Lululemon Athletica and debut New Zealand store for London Ted Baker Britomart Precinct Karen Walker TREND WATCH BOX This season s five trends to look out for are: 1 40s Glamour There s a definite sense of the 1940s in store with the return of fitted knitwear, the high-waisted pant and pencil skirts. 2 Great Coats The must-have garment of the season is one beautiful coat it takes you anywhere. 3 Colour Watch out for a palette of colour arriving in store to warm your winter mood reds, mustards, blues and greens. 4 Boots & Hats Super sexy knee- length boots and the return of hats - from berets to cloches - add a sense of European glamour to Winter. 5 Sparkle and shine A touch of the old razzle dazzle sequins,

5 Smith & Caugheys DFS Galleria fashion designer Ted Baker. New Zealand shoe designer Kathryn Wilson has also joined Britomart with her pop up shoe box store. As have iconic Brazilian flip flop brand Havaianas with The Concept Store, plus Co-Lab, Curate, MADE, Coucou (famously stocking London s TopShop, ASOS, Zara and H&M!), Storeroom, Coop (in its groovy shipping container shop), Onitsuka Tiger, Laundromat Boutique and Debut. And, as if that were not enough of a smorgasbord, Tyler Street is about to see Zambesi, WORLD and Kate Sylvester move in this month. And of course, it s just a short walk from here to whip along the waterfront to Trelise Cooper s Quay Street store on Princes Wharf. Queen Street AREA - The City s Central Hub Anchoring all this fashion is our everelegant matriarch, Queen Street. Running perpendicular to the magnificent waterfront right up to Karangahape Rd, our main street plays host to Art Deco theatres, beautiful high end department store experiences, luxury stores and many great everyday accessible chain store brands. The experience of shopping at Smith & Caughey s with its extensive cosmetic department, famously expert lingerie fitters, national and international high-end fashion labels and great powder rooms can only be found in Queen Street. Similarly the luxury brands of Dior, Burberry, Loewe and Tiffany & Co are all part of the exclusive DFS Galleria Customhouse shopping experience. Queen Street is also home to some of the biggest stand alone fashion names in the business. Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Lacoste anchor the lower end of the street with some of the most luxurious stores in town. They sit alongside other international labels of distinction like Ermenegildo Zegna and Ben Sherman. And for those with a taste for style, but not a budget for big name fashion brands, Queen Street also hosts all of our well known accessible fashion chain stores including Glassons, Dotti, Cotton On and Supre. Plus you ll find directional trends interpreted with style at the likes of Max, Country Road, Overland and Politix and all the usual surf and skatewear brands; Billabong, Quicksilver, Rip Curl. Plus the Sunglass Bar and iconic swimwear specialists Blue Dude. Lorne Street The Arts Precinct Lorne Street is known as the arts and culture precinct of the BIG little City, with fashion and art so inextricably related it is well worth a visit. It s home to over 10 galleries including the wonderful new Auckland Art Gallery on the corner of Kitchener and Wellesley Streets, the Gow Langsford Gallery and OREXART. Scotties with its imported fashion labels still anchors the street as one of Auckland s most exclusive and long-standing fashion stores, founded and owned by fashion doyenne Marilyn Sainty. The Arts Precinct also offers the delightful Auckland Library and venues including our Town Hall, Classic Comedy Bar, Basement Theatre, Civic Theatre, Aotea Square and the wonderful new Q Theatre. Take in a play or musical in the Arts Precinct, immerse yourself for an afternoon or evening and remember what it is that makes Gucci Queen Street Timeless design, tailored to fit. MADE IN New Zealand. adriennewinkelmann.com SHOP 26, THE CHANCERY, AUCKLAND,

6 fashion in the city. 23 february NZ FASHION FESTIVAL SASHAYS UP QUEENS WHARF This month the biggest public fashion event in the country takes place on the Auckland waterfront. Created by the organisers of NZ Fashion Week, NZ Fashion Festival is the show for anyone who just simply loves fashion. Following an overwhelmingly positive response from the public, New Zealand Fashion Festival returns for its third year this month. This time with an even bigger and better format, and a new location at Shed 10 on Queens Wharf. Notable this year is the extensive programme of events happening across the city. From High Streets First Light event on Friday 24 February, to the Long Lunch being held this year in Britomart on Friday 2nd March and Heart of the City s day of fashion an event with support of over 100 retailers on Saturday 3 March. Add to this the everpopular Designer Garage Sale at Queens Wharf on both Saturday 3, and Sunday 4 March, and suddenly there is a dimension to NZ Fashion Festival that we ve not seen before. A delightful retail and cultural programme that makes it even more accessible, attractive and all importantly possible for people to come along and be involved. The exciting week of style seminars, fashion shows, retail opportunities, VIP parties, beautiful people and great sounds is your chance to be part of the style and creativity that makes Auckland the fashion capital of New Zealand. This is a totally inclusive event for everyone, says event organiser Myken Stewart. It s a publically ticketed event which means you can attend any seminar or runway show you want. Anyone with a passion for clothes, makeup, shoes and style can come along. It s fresh and it s fun. Plus, unlike industry events where buyers are buying a year ahead, all the fashions in Fashion Festival are the current Autumn/ Winter season, she adds. So everything you see on the runways will be in store for you to purchase the very next day. Stewart is part of the same team that brought New Zealand Fashion Week to Auckland. When they realised how much interest there was from Aucklanders in the event, and how much they would love to have come to Fashion Week (which is an invitation only trade show - albeit a very sexy one) they decided to launch the festival in the opposite season so all could attend. It s also the perfect way to get a great overview of what is happening this season, and how to style it, before you go out and spend your money, adds Myken. If you ve never attended a runway show or fashion seminar before, prepare to be excited. presents UNVEILING THE NEW SEASON FRIDAY 24TH FEBRUARY LAUNcH OF NEW zealand FASHION FESTIVAL plus DESIGNERS NEW SEASON collections IN-STORE. WIN AN AmAzING HIGH STREET DISTRIcT ExpERIENcE IN THE VIVA LUckY SHOppER prize package. DRESS Up GLAm, WALk THE RED carpet AND SHOp IN STYLE. FASHION AND music IN THE STREETS, TIL LATE. come join US! HIGHSTDISTRIcT.cO.Nz FOR DETAILS

7 fashion in the city. 23 february NZ fashion festival The week is jam-packed with the country s leading labels, make-up and hair experts to share their secrets with you on how to get the latest looks, as well as timeless tips that always make the difference between looking good and looking sensational. The doors of Shed 10 are open from 5pm each evening throughout the week so attendees can enjoy some pre-show drinks at the Fashion Festival bar. You can also join in the fun and have your hair styled by TRESemmé, make-up touched up by MAC, or nails done at the ORLY & Magic Tan Nail Bar. Plus, as with all truly swish fashion events, there are the great goodies bags and hot prizes to be won. Runway Collections Shows Each weekday evening will feature a completely different group of runway shows, profiling inseason collections from 8 10 popular labels, so you can choose which nights you want to go to. It s an impressive selection of labels starting with Monday 27 February showcasing Blak Luxe, Salasai, NeverBlack, Starfish, Storm, we ar, Esprit, moochi, COOP and Skull and Bones. Tuesday 28 February sees A La Robe, Whiri, Annah Stretton, Marilyn Seyb, Lennox, Who s Henri?, Farmers designer brands featuring Sabine, Principals and more, NOM*d and WORLD on the runway. The midweek show on Wednesday 29 February will see Cybele, Trelise Cooper, Sabatini, Ingrid Starnes, taylor boutique, Celine Rita, Andrea Moore, Playtex and Max hit the runway. Then Thursday 1 March will showcase Sylvester by Kate Sylvester, Huffer, Helen Cherry, Ruby, Sable & Minx, Lonely Hearts, Carlson, Pearl and Workshop. And the week will finish on Friday 2nd March with Jimmy D, MisteR, Hailwood, Zambesi, Zambesi Man, Barkers, Bendon, Stolen Girlfriends Club and Liam. Tickets range from $40-$60. (See box on this page.) EXPERT ADVICE: How do I choose which night to go to? All nights are great nights, says Myken. We have handpicked each show to be a great mix of labels and a fun night out. If you don t know all or any labels in a show that s perfect, you will leave having discovered new ones. Seminars With The Experts Each night also offers a choice of specialist seminars including MAC experts teaching you the latest make-up trends and techniques. Seminar topics will include; Femme to Feline make up that can take you from day to night and make you look amazing in minutes; Technique on Trend how to make the runway looks work for you, and on Saturday 3 March Back To Basics for those who love makeup but are missing the tricks. Tickets $60 ($50 Redeemable on M.A.C product). Other evening seminars include TRESemmé hair styling trends and tips; insider advice from the team at Viva Live; behind the scenes of fashion editorial with Remix magazine, and 5 simple steps to become a Magazine Editor with nzgirl. Tickets $25. Official Post Show Bars Come along after the shows and hang with the fashion crowd at the official post show bars of the night. If you have purchased a collections show ticket you receive a complimentary drink. Bars change daily but include Racket, Snapdragon, No. 1 High Street, Britomart Country Club and Imperial Lane. Designer Garage Sale Another highlight of the New Zealand Fashion Festival week is the hugely popular Designer Garage Sale. Run from Shed 10 over the weekend of Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 March. This is the time when designers and fashion labels quietly sell off their fashion bargains. It s a great place for those in the know to pick up top labels and designer gear including clothing, shoes, jewellery and accessories at well below retail prices. Just some of the labels taking part this year include Sabatini, Chaos & Harmony, BLAK, Kagi, Lonely Hearts, Turet Knuefermann, Andrea Moore & Co, Ioanna Kourbela, Debra Fallowfield Contemporary Jeweller, Laundromat. And there will be more. It s fashionista heaven. Fashion savvy shoppers line up to attend, so remember to get in early. Hours are 10am 5pm both days, admission is $5 at the door, except for the first hour on Saturday (10am-11am) which is VIP hour. This will be for sponsors and key fashion friends of the Festival. It s a much-coveted chance to get a sneak peek of what s on offer and purchase early. There will be a limited ticket release of 100 VIP tickets available on iticket for $15 with a glass of bubbles. Wrap Party A Fashion Festival just wouldn t be a fashion event without one very slick wrap party. And the great news is you can join the fashion crowd for the final celebration on Saturday 3 March. Chill out at the Nathan Club in Britomart, watch beautiful people or dance the night away to sounds with the super sexy all-women DJ line up - DJ Philippa, DJ Spanky, MayaVanya and Kate Buckley. 8pm late. Tickets $20. How To Be Part of NZ Fashion Festival Fancy hanging with the crowd, being snapped by social page photographers or spotting your favourite designer in person? Get your friends together, buy yourself a front row ticket to a show and hang out in the atmosphere of VIPs, style aficionados and people who, like you, just simply love fashion. Go online and purchase tickets for the shows and/ or seminars you want to attend. Tickets on sale now at NEVER BEFORE HAS A FASHION TICKET GIVEN SO MUCH VALUE With every ticket purchased you also receive: $40 TO GO SHOPPING - A VIP voucher for either a $40 discount on a retail purchase, or a gift with purchase, at selected outlets of labels featuring on the runways of New Zealand Fashion Festival. Go to www. nzfashionfestival.com for details. A FREE DRINK at the official postshow Bar Of The Day on the evening of the night you attend DISCOUNTED PARKING $5 flat rate at Britomart Car Park after 6pm and all day Saturday and Sunday PLUS Goodie Bags and product vouchers at selected shows as below. TICKET PRICES: GROUP COLLECTION SHOWS Front row seats include a complimentary Goodie Bag (valued at $30). Cost $60. Second row seats also include a complimentary Goodie Bag (valued at $30). Cost $50. All other rows cost $40. NZFF SEMINAR SERIES MAC Makeup Technique Seminars cost $60. The Perks: You ll also receive a complimentary MAC $50 voucher redeemable in store. Daily Seminars cost $25. For more info or FROM 9 MAR, 10AM 5PM TAMAki GAlleRy, FRee A blank T-shirt is like a blank canvas. Put words and images on a Tee and it becomes part of your identity. Share your story and read others at Auckland Museum.

8 fashion in the city. 23 february NZFF 2012 SCHEDULE > FRI 24 FEB SAT/SUN 25/26 FEB MON 27 FEB TUES 28 FEB WED 29 FEB THURS 1 MARCH FRI 2 MARCH SAT 3 MARCH SUN 4 MARCH IN THE CITY > HIGH STREET FIRST LIGHT (CBD) MIDDAY > 10PM FASHION SPEED DATING /PAPER DOLLS CROSS ST ARCADE 6PM > 8PM SATURDAY 6PM FASHION FINE DINING AT THE ROXY DINNER 6.30PM FIRST THURSDAYS 6PM > 9PM HERITAGE HOMECRAFT WORKSHOP 6PM > 8PM VOLVO LONG LUNCH at Britomart 1.30PM > 5.30PM FASHION IN THE CITY in AUCKLAND S BIG little CITY ALL DAY LONG SHED 10: MAIN EVENTS > SUNDAY 6.30PM NZFF OFFICIAL OPENING PARTY INVITATION ONLY 7PM SEMINAR 5 SIMPLE STEPS TO BECOME A MAGAZINE EDITOR 8.30PM COLLECTIONS #1 RUNWAY SHOW FEATURING: BLAK LUXE SALASAI NEVERBLACK STARFISH STORM ESPRIT MOOCHI COOP SKULL AND BONES WE AR 7PM SEMINAR M.A.C TECHINIQUE FEMME TO FELINE 8.30PM COLLECTIONS #2 RUNWAY SHOW FEATURING: A LA ROBE WHIRI ANNAH STRETTON MARILYN SEYB LENNOX WHO S HENRI? FARMERS DESIGNER LABELS NOM*D WORLD 5.30PM SEMINAR M.A.C TECHINIQUE ON TREND 7PM SEMINAR VIVA LIVE 8.30PM COLLECTIONS #3 RUNWAY SHOW FEATURING: CYBELE TRELISE COOPER SABATINI INGRID STARNES TAYLOR BOUTIQUE CELINE RITA ANDREA MOORE PLAYTEX MAX CAROLINE SILLS 7PM SEMINAR TRESemmé MASTERCLASS 8.30PM COLLECTIONS #4 RUNWAY SHOW FEATURING: SYLVESTER by KATE SYLVESTER HUFFER HELEN CHERRY RUBY SABLE & MINX LONELY HEARTS CARLSON PEARL WORKSHOP 7PM SEMINAR REMIX MAGAZINE 8.30PM COLLECTIONS #5 RUNWAY SHOW FEATURING: JIMMY D MISTER HAILWOOD ZAMBESI ZAMBESI MAN BARKERS BENDON STOLEN GIRLFRIENDS CLUB LIAM 10AM > 11AM DESIGNER GARAGE SALE VIP PREVIEW 11AM > 5PM DESIGNER GARAGE SALE 10AM SEMINAR M.A.C TECHINIQUE BACK TO BASICS 10AM > 5PM DESIGNER GARAGE SALE AFTER SHOW > 9.30PM OFFICIAL AFTER SHOW BAR RACKET BAR 9.30PM OFFICIAL AFTER SHOW BAR SNAPDRAGON 9.30PM OFFICIAL AFTER SHOW BAR NO.1 HIGH STREET 9.30PM OFFICIAL AFTER SHOW BAR BRITOMART COUNTRY CLUB 9.30PM OFFICIAL AFTER SHOW BAR IMPERIAL LANE 8PM NZFF OFFICIAL WRAP PARTY NATHAN CLUB MARBECKS More than music and movies; we now have high quality headphones and the best range of top brand ipod docks and cool mini players; come and have a look. Ph DEVONPORT CHOCOLATES Delicious chocolates and truffles lovingly handmade by our Chocolatiers. Gift boxes, assortments and unique treats perfect for friends, clients, staff and family. Ph: Open 7 Days. UPSTAIRS ANTIQUES A wonderful selection of gift ideas - select from Fine China, Art Deco, Silverware and many other timeless gift ideas. Ph Well known shopping icon Queen s arcade has served generations of Aucklanders and visitors to the city. Within elegant surroundings, 42 unique retailers offer the best of New Zealand and imported merchandise. T. CLARK MENS SHOES is New Zealand s oldest and most recognised men s footwear store renowned for quality and service. We stock shoes from top manufacturers around the world including England, Europe, United States and Australia. Our comprehensive range satisfies people from all walks of life. Shop 27, Ground Floor Ph DGL CRYSTAL We offer high quality Imperial porcelain, Crystal ware, jewellery, wide varieties of souvenirs from RUSSIA, matrioshka (nesting dolls), real Russian vodka and chocolate. Shop 11 Ph APPLEWOOD - THE KITCHEN SHOP The original KitchenAid Artisan Mixer is now available in 7 new colours with an elegant glass bowl that has a pouring spout and easy to read measurements. The extra flex-edge blending attachment provides thorough, faster mixing and a cleaner bowl. Shop 16-18, Ground Floor Ph GALLERY PACIFIC Exclusive hand made jewellery, studio glass, turned and carved wood, stone and jade. Shop 3, Ground Floor Ph FRONTLINE For that Special Occasion! Weddings, Birthdays, Functions, New Years A BEAUTIFUL COLLECTION IN STORE NOW! Artisan David Pond Obi Mela Purdie Redhead Fredrick and More Size 8-18 Gift vouchers available. Shop 15, Ground Floor Ph THE CASHMERE SHOP Wonderful selection of soft luxurious cashmere knitmere for men and women. Ph PURE DANCE - THE DANCE SHOE SPECIALISTS Ballroom - Latin - Ballet - Tap - Ceroc etc Shoes - Clothing - Accessories - Gifts, Quality Brands Only. Visit us for a Professional Fitting Ph sales@puredance.co.nz While visiting Queen s Arcade enjoy a tea or coffee at Customs Coffee House - or Delissimo the Arcade Deli. Try lunch or dinner at the Patio Steak House over-looking Queen Street at the top of the escalator. Queen s Arcade - since 1929 home of contemporary shopping and traditional values Queen s Arcade, Queen Street, Customs St

9 fashion in the city. 23 february SECRET ADDRESSES FROM STYLISH PEOPLE ADRAIN HAILWOOD DESIGNER Best kept secret shop for women s fashion? Shena s closet in Grey s Ave Best kept secret for menswear? Hallenstein s, they do great socks Best place to shop for shoes? Mi Piaci (watch this space) Where would you go to find the perfect finishing touches for an outfit? The $2 dollar shop on Queen Street Where would you go to lay your hands on the quirkiest new jewellery? My Hailwood store on K RD Most hidden fashion shop? Smith & Caughey s Where would you take a visitor to discover New Zealand fashion? All the usual suspects - Made, Karen Walker, Zambesi, Kate Sylvester, Fabric, World, Workshop, Trelise Cooper, Smith & Caughey s and Scotties. Where would you go to get your shoes dyed? Gemmels on Symonds Street Your eyebrows shaped? MAC in Britomart Most super stylish store? Scotties Most stylish location to drink coffee? The newly restored Auckland Art Gallery Best secret little bar? The Empire BIG little City s best-ever secret find? Hole in the wall Korean pancakes on Lorne Street. Amanda Linnell Editor Viva Best kept secret shop for women s fashion? Tango - for vintage finds you won t find anywhere else. Best kept secret for menswear? Fabric for the uber-cool, Strangely Normal for the quirky. Best place to shop for shoes? My feet always lead me to Ashley Ardrey. Most hidden fashion shop? Michael Holmes Premium Eyewear. An underground store on High Street with outstanding personal service and an elegant and funky range of sunglasses and spectacles. Best place to kill a few hours? Smith & Caughey s, always. Away from the hustle and bustle of the street, there s a wonderful sense of luxury and you can get everything from designer knickers to kitchenware. Best place to steal style ideas from fashionable folk? The new Imperial Lane complex. Most stylish location to drink coffee? Federal & Wolfe; it s fast paced, buzzy and with a funky edge. Great for power coffee meets. Secret address for a quiet drink? Sit at a table outside The Grove on St Patrick s Square and imagine you re in Europe. For a casual lunch? Meet me at the new Auckland Art Gallery cafe. I ll have the hot smoked salmon with feta and green pea fritters. For an afterwork drink? Soak up the sunshine and the views of the harbour from the rooftop bar at Tyler Street Garage. COLIN MATHURA-JEFFREE - MODEL & TV PRESENTER Where would you go to find the perfect finishing touches for an outfit? Whenever you re buying in a shop remember they will have the finer items to finish that outfit. Ask for the additional pieces and add that flourish to finish the look. Accessories scream class. Where would you go to lay your hands on the quirkiest new jewellery? I have Nick Von K on speed dial (available at Walker & Hall, Queen Street). Your latest fashion passion? I was drooling over MisteR Suits (available at Made, Customs Street) for the races. Where would you send a visitor to discover New Zealand fashion? All boutique designers are worth it. Check out K Rd, High Street, and then head to Britomart for lunch. Where would you go to get your shoes dyed? Oh please...i say buy 1 in EVERY colour! Look after your shoes and have variety. You can tell a lot about a person by the way they look after their shoes. Best place to steal style ideas from fashionable folk? Mannequins...they re style guides - so use them. Most super stylish store? For simplicity and chic nature, Jo Malone in Britomart. The smells are so delicious. Most stylish location to drink coffee? Depot Eatery and Oyster Bar, Federal Street Best secret little bar? Is my secret...if you re there, then I ve got my hazel green eyes on you... BIG little City s best-ever secret find? The newly opened Imperial Lane is fantastic, from cocktails in the booths at Everybody s to fine dining at The Roxy.

10 10 fashion in the city. 23 february FASHION S BIG DAY OUT SPECIAL EVENT: Saturday 3 March Fashion in the BIG Little City brought to you by Resene. Auckland City retailers are about to host a one day fashion extravaganza. On Saturday 3 March our CBD will come alive as the city s fashion stores throw open their doors to celebrate all things stylish for Fashion in the BIG little City part of the NZ Fashion Festival. Fashion-loving Aucklanders are invited to the free event which will see selected designers in store, 8 FREE on street fashion shows, the best attired shoppers you ve ever seen and roving paparazzi hitting the streets to snap those considered eligible for the four Best Dressed prizes. Plus there will be special offers and a grand prize worth $10,000 up for grabs. You won t want to miss this. Come into town and be prepared to have some seriously glamorous fun. The Fashion in the BIG little City dedicated day of fashion is being hosted by Auckland s CBD business association, Heart of the City. The event is part of their involvement as an official partner of NZ Fashion Festival which is taking place in Auckand for the third year running from 24 February to 4 March. The association is getting behind the fashion celebration by putting on this day of dynamic events and bringing the cosmopolitan streets of Auckland City to life with frocks, frills and fabulous heels. It s a showcase of the incredible diversity of fashion in our city, and the talented and creative retailers that stock it. Expect a lot. There are over 100 of the city s best fashion retailers taking part with exclusive offers, plus check out on-street fashion shows by the likes of Huffer, Kathryn Wilson, TK Store, Moochi, Storm and Andrea Moore to name a few. Exclusive 1-Day-Only Offers On Saturday 3 March there will be over 100 incredible and creative one day only retail offers available to you. These range from lucky dip with purchase to serious discounts. Check them out on page 13. Best Dressed Competition If you put on your favourite glad rags and head to the city you could just find yourself being talent spotted by our discerning fashion scouts. Dressed as paparazzi these guys and girls will be out on the streets looking for the hippest shoppers to nominate for the Best Dressed competition. Being well decked out is all it takes to be in to win one of the four categories: Best Dressed Female, Best Dressed Male, Best Cool Casual Look and Best Dressed Kid. Each category winner will be gifted a $1,000 shopping spree in the BIG little City. To win, nominated entrants must attend the Best Dressed Competition event held that afternoon at Britomart, where winners will be chosen by a panel of judges including designer Adrian Hailwood, model and judge on TV3 show New Zealand s Next Top Model Colin Mathura-Jeffree, Viva editor Amanda Linnell and GeorgeFM DJ Nick D. See Page 7 to find out more about some of our judges. Win a $10,000 Ultimate Fashion Weekend for 2 Fashion in the BIG little City shoppers could also win a dream weekend for two simply by visiting the 4 different areas of town on Saturday 3 March. Participating stores will have colour coded stamps, which shoppers can collect simply by visiting their shops. The prize includes an incredible $5,000 spending spree in the CBD and a personal stylist to help with your purchase decisions, two nights in a luxury suite at the 5 star boutique Hotel debrett in the heart of the fashion district, dinner and lunch at two of the city s most celebrated restaurants, hair styling and treatment at a top city salon, a spa treatment package and either your own fashion party at a cool city venue or, if you are from out of town, flights and transfers to get you to and from the BIG little City. All you need to do is come into the BIG little City on Saturday 3 March, get a stamp on your entry form from each of the four areas (see the map on page 12) and pop your entry form into any of the 105 participating retailers. Then cross those perfectly manicured fashion fingers and hope to win! Check out the fantastic 8 FREE Fashion Shows on the streets of the BIG little City on Saturday 3 March, plus the Designer Garage Sale, Best Get your walls in fashion with Resene Choose from over 160 fashion classic and contemporary colours designed for 2012 in the Resene The Range fashion fandeck and complement with your favourite neutrals from the Resene The Range Whites & Neutrals collection. Get inspired with a Resene The Range fashion fandeck worth $9.95 FREE! Simply bring this ad into your local Resene ColorShop and we ll give you the latest Resene The Range fashion fandeck brimming with colours designed for 2012 and beyond. Come in and see us today. Call 0800 RESENE ( ) or visit for your nearest Resene ColorShop Limited to one The Range 2011/12 fandeck per ad/customer at Resene-owned ColorShops only until 11 March 2012 or while stocks last.

11 Fashion in the BIG little City brought to you by Resene, Saturday 3 March 11.00am - Designer Garage Sale 12.30pm - Cherry Bishop Fashion Show 1.00pm pm Shed 10, Queens Wharf. $5 entry at door. 500 K Rd. FREE Britomart On the Street Fashion Show Atrium on Takutai, Britomart. FREE Presenting: Co-Lab; Onitsuka Tiger; Nike Britomart; Timberland Britomart 1.30pm pm 2.00pm pm Dressed Awards and Fashion Festival Wrap Party. Recycle Boutique Show Darby Street. FREE HIGH STREET DISTRICT S FIRST LIGHT Friday 24 February High Street District Fashion Show Freyburg Square. FREE Presenting: Moochi; TK Store; Storm; Andrea Moore with DJ Thane Kirby from George FM 3.00pm - Britomart On the Town Designer Fashion Show Atrium on Takutai, Britomart. FREE Presenting: MADE; Ted Baker; New Zealand fashion gallery Curate 3.30pm - Fashion in the BIG little City bought to you by Resene, Finale Best Dressed Awards & George FM DJ s Atrium on Takutai, Britomart. FREE 5.30pm - Huffer & Friends Skate Wear Show The Basement Theatre, Greys Ave. FREE 6.00pm pm Kathryn Wilson Show 7.30pm Tyler Street Collections 7.30pm - Late Atrium on Takutai, Britomart. FREE Atrium on Takutai, Britomart. FREE Presenting: Zambesi; WORLD; Kate Sylvester Fashion Festival Wrap Party The Nathan Club, Britomart. Auckland s High Street district has a long and proud history as the melting pot for much of New Zealand s best modern creative culture. Through the years, the streets and laneways in this inner city precinct have fostered many of our greatest fashion talents, shaping the world-class style we see on our streets today. It s the home of the new and first seen. To celebrate this unique fashion pedigree and kick off NZ Fashion Festival, the High Street Guild in partnership with BIG little City, brings you Auckland s First Light, a free event welcoming purveyors of style to come and shop, socialise and experience the High St district on Friday 24 February from midday. First Light celebrates the new and the fresh, embracing High Streets traditions of starting here and being the soul of Auckland s fashion, retail and nightlife. It will be a magical evening when the district s fashion houses, retailers, restaurants, bars and galleries all open their doors, hold in-store events and showcase the best of the Autumn/ Winter s fashion, food and culture. The streets themselves, usually already soaked in atmosphere, will also be buzzing BE IN TO WIN AN Ultimate Fashion Weekend tśăƚğǀğƌ LJŽƵ ƐĞĞ ŽŶ ƚśğ ĐĂƚǁĂůŬ Ăƚ E &ĂƐŚŝŽŶ &ĞƐƟǀĂů ĐĂŶ ďğ ŝŷ LJŽƵƌ ǁĂƌĚƌŽďĞ ƚśŝɛ LJĞĂƌ ǁŝƚŚ &ĂƐŚŝŽŶ ŝŷ ƚśğ /' ůŝʃůğ ŝƚlj Ă ŽŶĞ ĚĂLJ ƉƌĞŵŝĞƌ ĞǀĞŶƚ 'Ğƚ ƚśğ ůăƚğɛƚ ƚƌğŷěɛ ĨƌŽŵ LJŽƵƌ ĨĂǀŽƵƌŝƚĞ ĚĞƐŝŐŶĞƌƐ ĂŶĚ ƚśğ ďğɛƚ ĚĞĂůƐ ŽŶ ĞdžƋƵŝƐŝƚĞ ŐĂƌŵĞŶƚƐ ƚž ŵăŭğ LJŽƵƌ ǁĂƌĚƌŽďĞ ƉŽƉ zžƶ ĂůƐŽ ŚĂǀĞ ƚśğ ĐŚĂŶĐĞ ƚž ǁŝŶ ĂŶ hůɵŵăƚğ &ĂƐŚŝŽŶ tğğŭğŷě ĨŽƌ ƚǁž ǁŽƌƚŚ ΨϭϬ ϬϬϬ ƉůƵƐ ĨŽƵƌ ĐŚĂŶĐĞƐ ƚž ǁŝŶ Ψϭ ϬϬϬ Ăƚ ƚśğ ďğɛƚͳěƌğɛɛğě ĐŽŵƉĞƟƟŽŶ &Žƌ ŵžƌğ ŝŷĩžƌŵăɵžŷ ǀŝƐŝƚ ďŝőůŝʃůğđŝƚlj ĐŽ Ŷnj HOC1340_fashion_thirdpg_NZHS_V4.indd 1 10/02/12 5:05 PM

12 12 fashion in the city. 23 february fashion in the BIG little city 105 amazing retail offers available for one day only. DeSiGNeR GARAGe SAle 105 Britomart Car Park $5 parking ALL DAy (24/7) ON SATuRDAy 3RD march atrium on elliott SpEND $5 AT ANy OuTLET in ATRium ON ELLiOTT ON SATuRDAy 3RD march AND RECEivE THE FiRST TwO HOuRS parking FREE

13 fashion in the city. 23 february BRought to you by Resene, Saturday 3 March RESENE COLOuR TRENDS FOR moochi CoRnER vulcan LAnE AnD HIGH street To celebrate the launch of Moochi s Mix Tape autumn collec on, on Saturday 3rd March there will be in store goodness, a fabulous gi with purchase (cond. apply) and you can also redeem the cost of your Fashion Fes val cket. 36. olivia & FRieNDS 22B LoRnE street Fashion in the BIG li le City Sale on selected items. 62. ViNKA DeSiGN 242 QuEEn street Complimentary French Champagne and 1/2 price consulta on. 63. WAlKeR AND hall 66 QuEEn street A stunning pair of diamond inside-out hoop earrings worth $780 for just $ WilD PAiR 182 QuEEn street Up to 30% off selected items, plus a further 20% off sale stock. GiFT WiTh PuRChASe 84. ATRium on elliott 21 ELLIott street When you spend a minimum of $50 from any fashion store in Atrium on Ellio during Fashion Fes val, you will receive an instant prize of a stunning set of Swarovski earrings or a funky hair extension. PArtICIPANtS & offers DiSCouNTS/ SPeCiAl offers 1. 3 WiSemeN 2 HIGH street 3 shirts + 3 Accessories = $ AmAZoN WeSTFielD DoWNToWN westfield Downtown Men on the promo Fashion in the BIG li le City and get 10% off your purchase. 3. AmAZoNe ReAl GRooVey 438 QuEEn street Men on the promo Fashion in the BIG li le City and get 10% off your purchase. 4. ANDReA BiANi 25 vulcan LAnE 10% off store wide 5. AShley ARDRey 42C HIGH street Bring in your garment(s), play dress up with our fabulous shoes, find the perfect pair, receive a 20% discount on the day, celebrate with our party treats and look absolutely delicious! 6. BelA FAShioN westfield Downtown 40% off store wide, plus in store refreshments while you shop. 7. BeN SheRmAN CnR FoRt street & JEAn BAttEn place Spend $190 & receive a free shirt to the value of $ BillABoNG 131A QuEEn street Men on the promo Fashion in the BIG li le City and get 10% off. 9. Blue DuDe 6 DuRHAM st EAst Everything in store half price. 10. BRAVe 5 HIGH street Brave MASSIVE CLEARANCE Diesel, Scotch maison, Scotch and Soda, Denny Rose, and many more! Unique pieces at incredible prices! 11. CiTy DeSiGNeRS market 1 FREYBERG place Up to 80 % off NZ made, end of line clearance, samples and seconds. 12. ClAiRe BARKeR 3A o'connell street 15% off current collec on and a further 15% off for VIP customers. 13. CoDy 16 vulcan LAnE 25% off storewide. 14. CoTToN on 109 QuEEn street 30% off full priced merchandise only, not to be used in conjunc on with any other offer. 15. CoTToN on 246 QuEEn street 30% off full priced merchandise only, not to be used in conjunc on with any other offer. 16. CoTToN on BoDy 178 QuEEn street 30% off full priced merchandise only, not to be used in conjunc on with any other offer. 17. DoTTi QuEEn street (strand ARCADE) 30% off full price product only. 18. FARRyS mens WeAR 48 HIGH street Further discounts and final clearance of summer sale products, plus a preview of the autumn fashion range. 19. FiNGeRS CoNTemPoRARy JeWelleRy 2 KItCHEnER st 5% off all jewellery in the "Jewelism" exhibi on. 20. GeoRGe harrison menswear LEvEL 3, AtRIuM on ELLIott, ELLIott street 20% off the new winter season menswear collec ons 21. hallensteins 166 QuEEn street New Season Denim for $39.99 ARTS RESENE - Spotlight QuEEN STREET RESENE - optimist HigH STREET RESENE - Smitten BRiTOmART RESENE - DAReDeVil 22. havaianas 54 tyler street Selected styles under $ Condi ons apply. 23. huffer 323 QuEEn street See in-store for details 24. inspired QuEEns ARCADE, QuEEn st Buy one scarf, get one free. 25. JAy JAyS QuEEn street 30% off full price product only. 26. JuST JeANS 158 QuEEn street 30% off full price product only. 27. KAPiTi 19 shortland st One half price 2 scoop ice cream with every 2 scoop ice cream purchased 28. lacoste 80 QuEEn street Spend $350 and get a free Polo up to the value of $ lippy 184 QuEEn street Up to 30% off selected items, plus a further 20% off sale stock. 30. l'occitane BRiTomART 47 te ARA tâhuhu walking street 25% off everything. 31. l'occitane ChANCeRy CHAnCERY 25% off everything. 32. made 30 CustoMs street EAst 10% discount on new season stock only. 33. makeupdirect 14 DARBY street 5x Isabelle Dupont Eyeliners for $35, plus half price lips ck. 34. mi PiACi 10 HIGH street 15% off in-store 37. onitsuka TiGeR 2C CoMMERCE street Contact the store for details. 38. overland 110 QuEEn street 15% off in-store. 39. PAGANi westfield Downtown 30% off storewide. 40. PeTeR AlexANDeR 43 HIGH street Buy 1 item and get the second item at 50% off. Condi ons apply. 41. PoRTmANS 176 QuEEn street 30% off full price product only. 42. PoSTie PluS westfield Downtown 25% off storewide. 43. PumPKiN PATCh FREYBERG place Special offer of 20% off en re store & face pain ng at 11 am, plus balloons & s ckers giveaway. 44. RiP CuRl 101 QuEEn street Any purchase made on the day customers qualify for our Rip Curl VIP (15% off RRP) Discount Card. 45. RoCKPoRT CnR shortland street & JEAn BAttEn place Buy Any 2 Pairs, Save 30%. 46. SPeCSAVeR 155 QuEEn street $70 off designer glasses from the 2 pairs for $369 range or above. 47. SToReRoom 34 CustoMs street EAst Buy any pair of jeans or chinos in store and receive a second pair for half price. 48. SuNGlASS BAR 27 vulcan LAnE 15% discount on everything instore. 49. SuNGlASS hut westfield Downtown, 163 QuEEn street, 62 QuEEn street Buy one get 40% off second pair. Exclusions apply. 50. SuPRe 192 QuEEn street 50% off all sale stock, plus the chance to get your make up done in store when you spend $50 or more. 51. T ClARK men's ShoeS QuEEns ARCADE, QuEEn street Quote BIG li le City and receive a 10% discount. 52. TARoCASh CoRnER QuEEn AnD CustoMs street Visit Tarocash on the corner of Queen and Custom Streets to get some incredible bargains. Tarocash goes to a 5XL and trousers The BoDy ShoP 225 QuEEn street 20% off when you purchase 2 or more makeup or skin care products, or, 30% off when purchase 3 or more skin care or make-up products. Free make up applica on. 54. The NoRTh FACe CnR JEAn BAttEn pl & shortland street Spend $190 & receive a free shirt to the value of $ The PyJAmA ComPANy CnR vulcan LAnE & HIGH st Come in for a lingerie fi ng on the day as well as 15% off stock in store. 56. The SilK DRAWeR 44 CouRtHousE LAnE 20% discount on all our seduc vely elegant LA PERLA Lingerie & Swimwear items in The Silk Drawer to celebrate Fashion in the BIG li le City. 57. The VAulT 13 HIGH street 10% off all jewellery. 58. TRADe AiD 28 HIGH street 10% off store wide (Excludes food/ chocolate/coffee). 59. TReliSe CooPeR QuAY street $40 off any garment purchase. 60. untouched WoRlD 20 HIGH street Receive a $50 Untouched World Voucher when you spend $150 or more in store on Saturday 3 March VAlley GiRl 191 QuEEn street Spend $50 or more to receive $10 voucher. in-store ACTiViTy 65. AGAThA PARiS top of vulcan LAnE FREE glass of bubbly in store and a FREE gi with any purchase. 66. AlmA J BRiDAl BouTiQue QuEEns ARCADE, QuEEn street 2 free cup cakes with consulta on. 67. ANDReA moore 35 HIGH street Champagne, chocolates, VIP red carpet and a free styling session. 68. CheRRy BiShoP 500 KARAnGAHApE RD, newton (ponsonby EnD of K RD) CHERRY BISHOP Fashion Show and $49, $99 & $149 sales rack special. 69. Co-lAB 57 tyler street, BRItoMARt Athletes in-store and a Fashion Show. 70. CuRATe 5A GoRE street, BRItoMARt Curate Fashion Gallery along with leading fashion stylist Angela Stone will reveal her styling secrets for Winter on 3rd of March 2012 at 12.30pm and 2.30pm. Have a glass of bubbles and learn some fabulous styling ps for the new season at Curate. 71. ermenegildo ZeNGA 171 QuEEn street Cooling refreshments while you shop. 72. FARmeRS 230 QuEEn street Product discounts and giveaways, beauty demonstra ons, make-overs with cosme cians/make up ar sts, plus Nail, Thin Lizzy, Hair styling and Tanning demonstra ons in store. 73. GuCCi 48 QuEEn street Champagne and chocolates will be served in celebra on of this years 'Fashion in the BIG li le city' event on March 3rd. 74. Jo malone AtRIuM on takutai, te ARA tâhuhu walking street BRItoMARt Complimentary Hand & Arm Massages and fragrance samples. 75. lululemon unit 8A, 43 te ARA tâhuhu walking street Contact store for details 76. lush 189 QuEEn street Free facial treatments, free hand and arm massages, and a free sample of cleanser toner and moisturiser. 77. m.a.c PRo BRiTomART 35 te ARA tâhuhu walking street SHOP M.A.C EVENT - Keep your ears on the PA for spring shades in every aisle and specials storewide! Fill up your carts with our new colour collec on and get in line...check out girls and bag boys ready to send you on your way! 78. michael hill 44 QuEEn street Strawberries and champagne in-store while you shop. 79. michael holmes PRemium eyewear 5B HIGH st Champagne in-store, plus buy one pair of complete glasses and receive 50% off the second pair 80. NiKe BRiTomART 57 tyler street, BRItoMARt Athletes in store and a Fashion Show. 81. ReCyCle BouTiQue DARBY street Buy two items and get the third free (of equal or lesser value). Plus, look for hidden discounts in store on the day! 82. SCARPA CHAnCERY LAnE, CHAnCERY Bubbles, nibbles and goody bags with every pair of shoes or bag purchased. 83. WoRlD 60 tyler street & the CoRnER of vulcan LAnE & o'connell street Meet and greet with WORLD's designers plus refreshments in store. 85. BARKeRS 47 HIGH street Shop at Barkers High St on March 3rd and receive a mystery goodie bag containing anything from socks to shirts, tees to vouchers. All purchases get you a bag, one bag per person per day. 86. BRiARWooD 26 HIGH street Free gi with purchase. 87. CouCou 30 CustoMs street Free wooden bead bracelet with purchases over $ house of hedone 5B HIGH street Gi key ring/broach with purchase. 89. KAThRyN WilSoN 12 te ARA tâhuhu walking street ORLY & Schwarzkopf gi with purchase. 90. loft 10 o'connell street Free belt with any bo oms purchased. Free e up to $99 with any purchase of a shirt. Free shirt up to the value of $160 with any suit. 91. NiCholAS JeRmyN 8 HIGH street Spend over $200 and get a free set of cuff links plus receive a goodie bags with any purchase (while stocks last) 92. RuBy 4 HIGH street Free goodie bag with purchase. 93. SToRm 23 HIGH street Designers in store plus a gi with any purchase. 94. TeD BAKeR 31 AtRIuM on takutai Receive a gi with purchase with any spend over $250 - Ted Baker 'London Calling' tote bag with Ted goodies inside. 95. ZAmBeSi 56 tyler street Free Zambesi tote with any purchase. other 96. ANNe mardell 64 HIGH street All shoppers on 3rd March can go in the draw to win a $200 Mardell voucher. 97. AuCKlAND CeNTRAl library CHILDREns AREA, GRounD FLooR, AuCKLAnD CEntRAL LIBRARY, LoRnE st Come in dressed up with the kids for story me and take part in the Central City fashion parade at 10:30am. 98. DFS GAlleRiA 22 ALBERt street All purchases will go in the draw to win a $500 DFS Gi Cer ficate for a shopping spree in our DFS Galleria store. 99. mortimer hirst 9 HIGH street Refreshments in-store plus the chance to win a $500 Mor mer Hirst voucher NeW JeWelleRy 19 LoRnE street Bring in a piece of your own jewellery and we will polish it for free with any purchase PAuANeSiA 35 HIGH street Pauanesia launches its new, magnificent bronze Puriri Moth brooch and necklace SmooVe LIttLE HIGH street Smoove Autumn/Winter 2012 Preview & Reworked Vintage Showcase! 103. TK SToRe 18 HIGH street Swipe the tk mannequin dressed in a QR code in-store with your smart phone to receive your special reward on the day! 104. BleDiSloe lightboxes - 'DReAm if you WANT To Go FASTeR' - PART iv, 2012, BePeN BhANA BLEDIsLoE walkway, wellesley street A series of manipulated images from a 1980s magazine that challenge no ons of idealised glamour. Bledisloe Walkway Light Boxes is an exhibi on series organised by Auckland Council Public Art CyCle STyle silo park, wynyard QuARtER Back by popular demand, Cycle Style is an outdoor show built for every-day fashion matched with the meless elegance of bicycles. Offers are subject to availability. Terms and condi ons apply. BIGli lecity.co.nz

14 AROUND HIGH STREET SHOPS 1 Mortimer Hirst Mortimer Hirst has been the practice of choice for the discerning client who desires the very best in Eyecare and Eyewear since Renowned for its range of distinctive eyewear and sunglasses; the buying team is constantly sourcing the most innovative and exciting new collections to work with. Collections are handpicked from bespoke, retro and vintage fashion houses as well as leading international brands worldwide, some of which are exclusive to Mortimer Hirst. Theo I Dita I Oliver Goldsmith I L A Eyeworks I Anne Et Valentine I Dunhill I MyKita I I.C Berlin I Oliver Peoples I Paul Smith I Persol I RayBan I Gucci I La Font I Roberto Cavalli 9 High Street, Auckland CBD Ph E. info@mortimerhirst.co.nz 2 Pat Menzies Shoes / Skechers Pat Menzies Shoes and Skechers have had a long running relationship with comfort and styling. Many seasons have passed since both great houses started and with styles in mens footwear always changing there s never a dull moment for lace-ups, slip-ons, colours etc. Free shipping NZ wide. Pat Menzies Shoes 174 Queen St, Canterbury Arcade. Ph 0800 PAT MENZIES, or join us on Facebook 3 New native Puriri Moth brooch Pauanesia has commissioned a beautiful new bronze brooch in two sizes; large 65mm width, $79.00 and small 35mm width, $ The Puriri Moth (Pepe Tuna) is our largest native moth. It is nocturnal (active at night) and found in North Island bush. The adult moths do not feed and live only a few days; long enough to scatter their eggs on the bush floor. Pauanesia 35 High Street Auckland CBD Ph Refashioned NZ Cushions An ever-changing array of individual cushions made from salvaged and vintage textiles are made especially for Pauanesia. These are one-off cushions always with a New Zealand flavour and a mix of cottons and linens. Most do not make the website as they sell fast. The cushions are 45cm square, $129 with the inner or $125 just for the cover. In April the refashioned cushions will have an ANZAC theme and in June a Matariki focus. Pauanesia 35 High Street Auckland CBD Ph Stylish N.Z. Dining Pauanesia s table runners and tablecloths set the table and tell a New Zealand story. Designed, screen printed and sewn for us locally in New Zealand; the quality is great and the choice is extensive. Pauanesia 35 High Street Auckland CBD Ph MICHAEL HOLMES PREMIUM EYEWEAR A must-have in the optical wardrobe this winter is the Cat s Eye. Made famous by Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany s, it s back with a vengeance this year. Effortlessly stylish, the Cat s Eye s upswept and soft contours will flatter most female faces. Michael Holmes Premium Eyewear, High St carries an amazing selection of the latest cat s eye optical frames and sunglasses from the world s leading independent designers: Claire Goldsmith, Oliver Goldsmith, Cutler and Gross, Dita, SALT optics and Bevel. 5b High Street, Auckland CBD (09)

15 Top fashion in the city. 23 february Fashionable Bars Fashionable Cafes Everybody s Bar 1 Imperial Lane Running between Fort Lane and Queen St, Imperial Lane takes its lead from New York and Melbourne as an inner city shared space. By day, it s home to a patisserie and bakery, Elske - with Danish-inspired patisserie goods from Michelinstar pastry chef Kristina Jensen. By night, it transforms into a great new bar spot. 7 Fort Lane or 44 Queen Street, City 6 Shaky Isles Spacious, casual cafe in character-filled heritage space. This is Shaky Isle Coffee Company s second outlet featuring, like its Kingsland cousin, signature cartoon graphics, offbeat design details and large-scale text reminders of why coffee is good for your personality. 22 Customs Street East, Britomart 7 Ben Espresso Bar European style espresso bar and boutique coffee roaster named after founder and award-winning bariasta Ben Boyle. No chef, kitchen or cooked breakfasts - it is all about the coffee here. 57 Fort Street, City Mister Morning 1 Everybody s Bar Once grand old Everybody s Theatre, now reinvented as Everybody s Bar & Bistro complete with the European elegance of decayed glamour charm, ornate plaster ceilings and plush booths. Rooftop courtyard with cityscape views. 7 Fort Lane or 44 Queen Street, City 2 Housebar Hotel DeBrett Situated on the first floor of Hotel DeBrett and restored to its former art deco glory, this bar s subtle charm makes for one of the city s most stylish, subtle retreats. Upstairs in Hotel DeBrett, Entry via 3b O Connell Street or 2 High Street, City 3 Racket Rustic candlelit interior within a secluded cobblestone alleyway topped off by a collection of international rum, nineteenth century humidors packed with Cuban cigars and live music Roukai Lane, Britomart, City 4 Britomart Country Club Hip urban garden bar complete with gourmet pizza kitchen, an open-air courtyard with pétanque court, a cocktail bar wedged inside a shipping container, DJs mixing on an ice cream cart and even a putting green. 31 Galway Street, Britomart, City 5 Tyler St Garage Located in a gritty former parking garage, funky Tyler Street Garage features rough brick walls, exposed utilities and original parking signage. Complete with northfacing rooftop bar, fireplace and overlooking the city port. 120 Quay Street, Britomart, City Imperial Lane 6 Rakinos High Street Cafe & Lounge Bar This iconic live music venue merges food, cocktails, wine and art in a relaxed, creative environment. Honest, friendly and unpretentious service that has stood the test of time. Level 1, 35 High Street, City 7 The Conservatory Auckland at its best, sitting on North Wharf right on the edge of the sea enjoy rattan furniture, open fire, walls of glass, hanging plants and oh-so-chic 1970s swinging egg chairs. East 1, 1-17 Jellicoe Street, North Wharf, Wynyard Quarter, City 8 The Library Bar If you re a booklover this is the bar for you. Walls lined with book shelves, old lamps and dimly lit corners add a study-like quality of this comforting den. Live beats transform the mood at night. 1 Pakenham St East, City 9 Fort St Union Quirky modern day social house and kitchen located in a 100 year old pub heritage site in Auckland s old waterfront (Fort Street). Exposed brick, timber trusses and a high stud ceiling. Rooftop garden bar and 100% open kitchen. Level 1, 16 Fort Street, City 10 Tasting Room - Kermadec Slightly raised and overlooking the Viaduct Harbour with sunsets to the West. Recently launched by upstairs-based restaurant Kermadec, this waterfront gem has all the rustic charm of an open-air Mediterranean bar. Corner Of Hobson & Quay Streets, Viaduct Quay, City 2 Mister Morning The latest cafe offering from the talented sisters who bought Coco s Cantina (right next door) to Auckland s dining scene last year. American diner style, complete with leaner counter and bottomless filter coffee (as well as freshly brewed). 379 K Road, City 3 Federal and Wolfe From the minute Kokako Cafe & Roasters opened the doors of this eatery critics have been raving. Fresh flowers on every table, large blackboards, a wall of shelved plants and industrial lightshades all complement mouth-watering organic ideals. Cnr Wolfe & Federal Sts, City Federal and Wolfe 4 MacGregor Brothers Kitchen This elegant Italian style cafe draws daily crowds of regulars to the busy cafe tables lining the marble, coffee scented Elliott Street Hotel lobby. Flagship to the incredibly popular Reslau Cafe and Rushworth, it serves up some of the best pasteries and coffee in town. 1/17 Wellesley Street, City 5 Sheinkin Ranked 5 of 294 best things to do on Auckland by Lonely Planet, Sheinkin s Israeli-inspired food, quality coffee, tasting plates and no-rush atmosphere are standout. 3 Lorne Street, City Ben Espresso Bar Elliott Stables 8 Elliott Stables Elliott Stables authentic European-style epicurean village right in the heart of our CBD. Cobblestoned alleys combine with seductive tastes of French creperies, Italian bruschetta, German sausages and Spanish tapas. All surrounded by a marketplace of artisans selling organic meats, cheeses, wines, cakes, liqueurs and whisky. Delissimo. 39 Elliot Street, City. 9 The Gallery Café Located in the beautifully renovated Auckland Art Gallery this is the latest in uplifting destinations for lunch. Plus check out the espresso bar by the sculpture terrace next to Albert Park on Level 2. Creative, cosmopolitan breathing spaces. Entry via café terrace off Albert Park, Level 1, Auckland Art Gallery, Cnr Kitchener & Wellesley Sts, City 10 Grind On High Located in the trendy High Street district, amongst some of the best shopping in Auckland, Grind On High s walls are lined with coffee paraphernalia. They take their brew seriously. 51 High Street, City

16 16 fashion in the city. 23 february Infuse your tastebuds in a brilliant selection of unique Auckland dining experiences all located in our BIG little city. FOR MORE RESTAURANTS VISIT FISH Shhhhh.don t tell anyone FISH Bento Lunch Box - $29 Simon Gault and Shane Yardley introduce Fish Bento Lunch Box: four courses all in one with a Summer Aperol cocktail for only $29. Available exclusively for lunch at FISH restaurant, Level 1 of the Hilton Auckland, the Fish Bento Lunch Box allows you to discover a tasty express lunch on the waterfront within the hour. With a frequently changing menu, you ll enjoy tasting a variety of dishes and after just 5 visits to the restaurant you ll receive a complimentary Fish Bento Lunch Box! For those wanting to indulge in a longer lunch, FISH set menus are priced from just $31 for a two course lunch or $39 for three courses. Dishes include scallops for starters and snapper fillet and tuna steak for mains. Level One, Hilton Auckland Princes Wharf Ph Merchants of Venice Merchants of Venice (MoV) is the latest addition to the North Wharf dining scene and brings authentic Italian cuisine to Auckland s waterfront. The interesting and varied menu is inspired by rustic, regional specialties from around Italy and has an emphasis on using the freshest local seafood, wild game and produce available. Fresh pasta is prepared in-house daily, and the wood fired oven delivers truly authentic Roman style pizza! MoV is a great place to sit and enjoy a glass of Prosecco or ice cold Peroni paired with an antipasti or salami. Join us for lunch or dinner daily, with breakfast being served on Friday s, Saturday s and Sunday s. Open Monday Thursday 11am till late Friday Sunday from 9am till late Jellicoe St, North Wharf Wynyard Quarter Ph EL FARO Spanish Restaurant & Tapas Bar Come and taste why so many people are talking about El Faro s Tapas, mussell pots, Sangria, Mojitos & Caipirinhas. El Faro is numero uno for pre theatre dining and your place for any occasion Monday - Saturday lunch & dinner. Private dining/meeting room and set menus for larger groups available. We at El Faro believe in sourcing local meat with full traceability that s why we are partners with The Farm Butchery Warkworth all of the meat is from local organic farms specialising in rare breeds. Be adventurous with our Nose to Tail Specials this year. El Faro Spanish Restaurant & Tapas Bar Behind Smith & Caugheys Elliott Stables 39 Elliott St Auckland Ph Kermadec Nowhere in Auckland s Viaduct Harbour are the views more stunning than from internationally renowned Kermadec with its multiple dining destinations. Relax in the Seafood Brasserie & Bar to enjoy lunch or dinner and experience the very best from the sea and the land. For evening, the Fine Dining Restaurant epitomises sophistication and showcases the most exquisite handcrafted cuisine. Private dining rooms are also available and the Roof Garden is a special favourite. Drop into the vibrant Tasting Room for an after-work drink and try sumptuous tapas right on the water s edge. After dark, party on at the stylish Trench Bar. Kermadec - a destination for every occasion. Fashionistas Fish of the day with a glass of Kim Crawford wine $25.00 at the Seafood Brasserie or Tasting Room. To book call Level 1 Viaduct Harbour kermadec.co.nz MORITA Restaurant Morita offers you a unique and rich variety of French-Japanese cuisine made possible by a combination of innovation and market fresh ingredients bought daily. Morita s lunch menu starts from $9.50 with specials including their Donburi set menu (teriyaki chicken, steak or tempura don) which comes with a salad, sushi rolls, fish nanaban and miso soup for just $9.90! Also their popular Bento available for $17 and $19 for their Japanese market special. There s still Morita s outstanding degustation available for dinner, and a la carte menu that includes daily specials from $8. Restaurant Morita now offer a Modern Japanese tasting course for $59. Come sample Morita s twist of French and Japanese cuisine at their newly renovated restaurant! Lunch Monday Friday 12pm to 2pm Swanson St CBD Auckland Mezze Bar Mezze Bar is that rare place where suits, students, operagoers and other groups exist side by side without anyone feeling out of place. It s very unpretentious and the perfect place to go pre-show. The décor and food were inspired by travels around the Mediterranean, the Middle East, Spain and North Africa, creating a funky, warm and inviting atmosphere. Mezze Bar offers tasty food (all made inhouse), tapas, mezze, salads and meals, and a hand-picked winelist and good local beers. Or if you re in the mood for coffee the espresso and cakes are excellent. Mezze Bar hums from breakfast through lunch and dinner, and is the right place for after-work drinks. Monday - Friday: 7am til late, Sat: 10am til late, Sunday: 11am til late. 9 Durham Street East (the next lane uptown from Vulcan Lane) Ph

17 fashion in the city. 23 february Rest your head in AN elegant CITY centre Auckland hotel or experience stunning views from A 5 star boutique hotel - the choice is yours. SKYCITY HOTEL Located in the heart of the BIG little City, SKYCITY Hotel is New Zealand s leading 4+ star hotel. The hotel s 323 guest rooms are recently refurbished, many of which offer stunning harbour views. Stay where the action is - the SKYCITY complex comprises of over 20 restaurants, cafés and bars, live entertainment, a world-class casino and Auckland s iconic Sky Tower all right on its doorstep. Cnr Federal & Victoria Streets Ph Bed & Breakfast Package From $209 One night s accommodation at SKYCITY Hotel in a Premium King or Twin Room Buffet breakfast for two at Fortuna 2-For-1 Sky Tower admission coupon (to the Main Observation Level) Offer valid for up to two adults for bookings and stays until 31 December 2012, subject to availability. Close out dates may apply. R20 to enter the Casino. Game Responsibly. A credit card surcharge of 1.5% may apply. SKYCITY GRAND HOTEL Centrally located, the Qualmark rated 5-star SKYCITY Grand Hotel is your ultimate urban oasis. The hotel s 312 guest rooms have been recently refurbished and guest facilities include an indoor pool, spa, sauna and gymnasium. Take dining to new heights and enjoy divine cuisine at dine by Peter Gordon or The Grill by Sean Connolly. The luxurious East Day Spa is perfect for those seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. 90 Federal St Ph Grand Bed & Breakfast From $249 One night s accommodation at SKYCITY Grand Hotel in a Luxury King or Twin Room Buffet breakfast for two at The Terrace 2-For-1 Sky Tower Admission Coupon (to the Main Observation Level) BONUS: For stays between 1-4 March 2012, quote Big Little City when booking to receive complimentary valet parking and two piccolos of Moët & Chandon Imperial NV on arrival. Offer valid for up to two adults for bookings and stays until 31 December 2012, subject to availability. Close out dates may apply. R18 Pullman Auckland With exceptional facilities for business or leisure, Pullman Auckland is one of Auckland s superior 5 star hotels. Offering 347 rooms, 11 function rooms including the magnificent Princes Ballroom, an innovative international restaurant and bar as well as Spa at the Pullman health club comprising of a fully equipped fitness centre, 25 metre heated pool, sauna, steam room, spa pool and outdoor sun terrace. Cnr Waterloo Quadrant & Princes Street Ph Spoil the one you love at Pullman Auckland Romantic Escape Package from $400 Package includes one nights accommodation in our elegant one bedroom residences, a gourmet picnic hamper with a selection of chef s delicious creations, a bottle of bubbles and a take home Pullman picnic blanket, upon arrival. You will also receive breakfast for two in our 5 star restaurant, The Café. *Package based on availability. Valid until 31st March HOTEL DEBRETT Settled in the heart of Auckland s CBD on the stylish High Street, Hotel DeBrett has been redefined as a 25-room boutique hotel. Eclectic and individual, the perfect choice for an indulgent break in Auckland City. Welcome to Hotel DeBrett. 2 High St Ph TREAT YOURSELF TO A SUITE IN THE CITY FROM $360 Experience our luxury boutique style, suites available from mid-march from $360. All room stays include continental breakfast, broadband, local calls and a hosted pre-dinner drink each evening in the Drawing room. *Rates indicated, valid for stays between 18 March- 31 July 2012, subject to availability.

18 18 fashion in the city. 23 february Lend your ears to orchestral delights or watch a magnificent Broadway production and attend international acts all in Auckland s BIG little city. For details on these events and more visit FEBRUARY The Motor Camp Maidment Theatre Till 3 March Frances Hodgkins - Colour and Light Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Till 11 March Free John Pule: Hauaga (Arrivals) Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Till 25 Mar 2012 Free The Poisoners Auckland Museum Till 6 May Whizz Bang Pop Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki Till Sept 2012 Free The Artefact Project French Revolver Studio February APN News & Media Premier Series 1: Gala Opening 23 February Vague Meditations & the Irresponsible Use of a Time Machine Aotea Centre 23 February High Street First Light High Street District 24 February Free Fashion Festival New Zealand Fashion Festival Shed February 4 March Providence Aotea Cente 24 February Wake Less Aotea Centre 24 February Alizarin Lizard Album Tour Cassette Number Nine 24 February Show Pony Aotea Centre 24 February Top Girls Q Auckland 24 February 17 March Elixir The Basement February Silo Cinema & Night Market Bill Cunningham New York Silo Park 24 February Free The King s Singers 25 February Game Vector Arena 25 February Billabong City Squared Skateboard Invitational Aotea Square 25 February Free Home Cheesemakers Forum The Kapiti Store 25 February Auckland Choral Kaleidoscope 26 February Eagle Technology Rangitoto Harbour Swim Starts at the Voyager Maritime Museum 26 February In Conversation: Brett Graham and John Pule Auckland Art Gallery 26 February New Order Vector Arena 27 February Jessie J Vector Arena 28 February The Black Lips The Powerstation 28 February Cuisine NZ Champions of Cheese Awards Langham Hotel 28 February Monteith s CheeseFest Langham Hotel 29 February Weird and Wonderful Storybooks Auckland Museum 29 February NYC The Civic 29 February 3 March MARCH Roots Manuva The Powerstation 1 March Play Me Deadly The Basement Theatre 1-4 March The Last Five Years Herald Theatre, Aotea Centre 1-17 March APN News & Media Premier Series 2: Divine Poetry 1 March FATBOY SLIM, Skrillex, Die Antwoord & Porter Robinson Vector Arena 2 March Daniel O Donnell 2 March Volvo Long Lunch in Britomart Britomart 2 March Greg Wilson The Nathan Club 2 March Fashion in the BIG little City - brought to you by Resene Auckland CBD 3 March Much Ado About Nothing University of Auckland 3-24 March Cricket ODI New Zealand vs South Africa Eden Park 3 March 2012 Designer Garage Sale Shed 10, Queens Wharf 3 March Degas to Dali Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki 3 March 10 June Pink Line 304 Event Tune It The Civic 4 March Tune It Up The Civic 4 March Degas to Dalí - Simon Groom Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki 4 March Free I Musici 5 March World Harmony Run 2012: Opening Ceremony Aotea Square 5 March Urge Overkill The Powerstation 6 March The Seven Funerals of Charlie Morris The Basement Theatre 6-10 March Johnny Clegg The Human Tour 7 March Ryan Adams The Civic 8 March Volvo Ocean Race Auckland Stopover Viaduct Harbour 8-18 March Free Pasifika Festival 2012 Various Locations Across Auckland 9-10 March That s Country 13 March The Dirty Three The Powerstation 14 March Qantas Presents: Latin Fiesta 15 March In the Next Room (or the Vibrator Play) Maidment Theatre 15 March 7 April Taylor Swift Vector Arena 16, 17 & 18 March Speed & Flight Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki 17 March 10 July Ports of Auckland Round the Bays 2012 Auckland CBD 18 March Degas to Dali Dialogue With A Mannequin The Basement Theatre March Image Degas to Dali: Fernand Léger, Study for The Constructors : The Team at Rest, 1950 Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Trustees of the National Galleries of

19 fashion in the city. 23 february Trailer Park Boys 23 March The Māori Troilus and Cressida Ngākau Toa (New Zealand) Aotea Square March Urbis Designday 2012 Various locations across Auckland 24 March Sitar Recital Sur Anjali 24 March Debu Chaudhuri 24 March Fame & Phillips in Concert SKYCITY Theatre 25 March Elbow The Powerstation 28 March APN News & Media Premier Series 3: French Impressions 29 March Jonathan Watts: Let s learn environmental lessons from China Westpac on Takutai, Britomart 29 March Creating Sustainable Wealth: Doing it Together Westpac on Takutai, Britomart 29 March NZSO Soloists Carmen Suite 30 March 2012 King of the Harbour Ocean Ski Race Viaduct Harbour 30 March The Māori Troilus and Cressida Ngākau Toa (New Zealand) Black Friday High St. District 30 March Evanescence Vector Arena 31 March APO 4 Kids 31 March Nick Lowe The Powerstation 31 March Taj Mahal Dance Drama ASB Theare, Aotea Centre 31 March The New Zealand Beer Festival The Cloud, Queens Wharf 31 March APRIL Yes Vector Arena 1 April DEGAS TO DALI - Dr Raymond Spiteri Surrealism Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. 1 April Free Unwrap the Music: New World 4 April Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Vector Arena 5 April Good Friday 6 April Degas to Dalí - Film screening Metropolis Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki 7 April Free Easter Monday 9 April School Holidays 6-22 April Lucinda Williams 10 April Jersey Boys The Civic April Angelina Ballerina s Big Audition ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre April NZ International Comedy Festival Great Classics Series 1: Favourite Classics 12 April Henry Rollins SKYCITY Theatre 14 April Massive Company presents The Brave Q April Cartoon Network s BEN 10 Live! ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre 18 April How to Train Your Dragon Arena Spectacular Vector Arena April APN News & Media Premier Series 4: Enigma Variations 19 April CLOSER - A Joy Division Celebration with Peter Hook The Studio 20 April Shen Yun 2012 ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre April Degas to Dalí - Julia Waite the darker side of Degas Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki 22 April Free ANZAC Day 25 April La Mer 27 April Black Friday High St. District 27 April NZ International Comedy Festival Various locations across Auckland CBD 27 April 20 May L Oiseau de Feu 28 April City and Colour 29 April Smash Hits 70 s: The Hits of the New Seekers and Paper Lace Aotea Centre 29 April MAY APN News & Media Premier Series 5: Into the Light 3 May David Guetta Vector Arena 3 May The Lion Foundation Season of a Midsummer Night s Dream Maidment Theatre 3-26 May Heston Blumenthal ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre 5 May Rhys Darby: This Way to Spacechip SKYCITY Theatre 8 12 May New Zealand String Quartet Beethoven: Revolution 9 May For the Fallen 12 May Splendour Series 1: Visitors From Abroad 17 May Alpine Symphony 19 May Auckland Choral Bruckner Great Mass in F Minor 20 May Riverdance Farewell Tour ASB Theatre, Aotea Centre May Midsummer Night s Dream Florence + the Machine Vector Arena 28 May