Summer Picks #lovefashion
- Written by
- Deepika Sulekh
Summer is probably the prettiest time of year – not just in nature with the blossoming trees, sunny gardens and the lake shining in the summer sun, but in fashion too with the abundance of styles in clothing and accessories featuring prints and colours complimenting nature.
So, to get you through this summer, we found some fashion stores in Taupō (just a few among the many, many options) who can help you start building that summer wardrobe.
KILT
16 Heuheu Street, Taupo
New Zealand made and designed, KILT gives you quality, classic pieces at an affordable price.
Everything designed and manufactured in Napier, and with fifteen boutiques across the country, the team at KILT prides themselves on supporting New Zealanders and believe that New Zealand made stands for quality.
The best part of having it all home sewn means KILT can keep offering new items regularly every week instead of seasonal stock. You won’t get ‘looks’ or ‘collections’ but you’ll find versatile wardrobe staples you can wear every season and in multiple ways.
Our pick for this summer:
The Charlotte Dress – this soft lace dress with flared sleeves and keyhole back is the newest fancy addition to KILT. Perfect for any special occasion.
Is This Love?
17 Heuheu Street, Taupo
Celebrating 10 years in business this year, Is This Love brings you a range of established New Zealand brands offering a great collection of women’s clothing, jewellery and accessories. You will recognise the popular Kate Sylvester, Karen Walker, Kowtow, Company of Strangers and many more, including their in-house brand, Bittersweet.
Owned and operated by locals, Wendy and Anna, Is This Love is known for their great advice, service and quality clothing. Their variety of styles gives you many choices from feminine looks to dark and edgy or even streetwear.
Our pick for this summer:
The Kate Sylvester Brana Maxi Dress. A beautiful sleeveless dress in an exclusive custom print that features a full swing shape, fabric waist tie and high gathered neckline. Made of 100% Silk.
Lavish
24 Horomatangi Street, Taupo
Lavish boutique offers a beautiful collection that is both classic and creative, proudly supporting New Zealand made. You’ll find a diverse selection of pieces in sizes from 8 to 20.
Lyn Gardiner has been helping Lavish customers look and feel great for 14 years with her hand-picked collections and by providing personal styling advice. With the ability to understand customers’ body shapes and needs, Lyn and her team will help you discover your own personal style and individuality. Making clothing choices that suit your needs, lifestyle and coordinate with your existing wardrobe.
Our pick for this summer:
This Feather Tee and Slouch Shorts outfit from by Obi is a contemporary design with understated sophistication. The fabrics, textures and hues draw from nature itself, making it the perfect pick for this summer.
eKo
20 Heuheu Street, Taupo
Bringing unique flavours and styles from Italy, Thailand and Indonesia is Toni’s new venture, eKo.
eKo’s style of fashion is solely focused on letting you express yourself in your clothing and be who you are. Catering for a range of looks, you’ll find unique outfits made of quality fabrics. Plus, there are fabulous accessories and knick knacks too: from jewellery, scarves, belts and handbags to books, cards, tables and ornaments. With a focus on positivity and a spiritual element, the moment you walk into this store you can feel the positive energy and the vibrant colours immediately brighten your mood.
Our pick for this summer:
This cute sundress from our Thailand range is very comfy, especially with the added support benefit for the bust. Made from a lovely stretch lightweight fabric.