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West Australian
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- West Australian
The designer & artist behind Air New Zealand's new uniforms
Air New Zealand has turned to a local designer and artist for its new uniforms. Marking the airline's 85th year of flying to Australia, they pay homage to the Maori culture of New Zealand (Aotearoa). A spokesperson for the airline says: 'The collection embodies the airline's profound sense of pride in Aotearoa, and strong cultural heritage. The bold print, colour and exquisite design showcase the very best of Aotearoa to the world.' Designed by globally famous Emilia Wickstead, the fabrics have bespoke handpainted prints from Ta Moko artist Te Rangitu Netana. It's 14 years since there was a change of the uniforms worn by 6000 Air New Zealanders around the world. The spokesperson says: 'Our uniforms have always been a core part of Air New Zealand's identity. They're worn with immense pride.' For those who follow fashion, the collection is 'recognisably Emilia'. More than just uniforms, the collection embodies New Zealand-born Emilia Wickstead's aesthetic of sophistication and playfulness. And her work with Maori artist Te Rangitu Netana carries strong tradition. The Fine Print dress shows her craft, in using an intricate and meaningful print. The Collective Thread shirt is highly versatile. The Ie Faitaga being trialled by Pacific team members is a manifestation of a commitment to inclusivity. New designs for pilots include a bold pinstriped suit with a Kiwi feather lining. Emilia says it has been a passion project — one she has dreamed of working on. She explains: 'Designing the Air New Zealand uniform has been an incredibly personal project for me. At the heart of it was a deep respect for the heritage and the unique identity of New Zealand's people and land. It was essential to me that this uniform tells a meaningful story about Aotearoa. 'I wanted to create a uniform that empowers individuals and inspires pride in all who wear it and see it. For me, good design should always evoke a sense of pride and occasion, and I believe this uniform will do just that.' As part of this collaboration, Te Rangitu Netana's meticulously hand-drawn prints bring narratives to life. His work blends traditional tattooing with storytelling — perfect for fabric prints. Each print is hand-drawn by Te Rangitu, reflecting landscapes, wildlife and culture of Aotearoa. He explains: 'Each print is a story, deeply rooted in the traditions and values of Aotearoa. 'The patterns on this uniform are a reflection of the land, the sea, and the connections that bind us all as Kiwi. 'As a Maori artist on the world stage, I feel a deep responsibility in ensuring our culture is represented in a way that is authentic and meaningful. 'I'm proud that these designs have found a place in Air New Zealand's uniform, bringing te ao Maori to designs that show up all over the world.' + Patterns based on the feathers of the huia — an extinct species of New Zealand wattlebird, which was endemic to the North Island and last seen in 1907. + Some feature purapura whetu — a Maori phrase for 'star dust', referring to a simple, cross-stitch pattern used in tukutuku (weaving) art. + It includes the introduction of the ie faitaga — a long, rectangular cloth wrapped around the waist as a skirt or kilt. This is a traditional, formal 'lavalava'. + And there are Matariki constellation motifs. In Maori culture, Matariki is the Pleiades star cluster. The rising of this constellation in late June or early July marks the beginning of the Maori lunar calendar's new year. + The Fine Print A dress of high quality craftsmanship, with a tui knot neckline, And iconic kowhai print, inspired by Maori heritage and the story of Ngatoro-i-Rangi, symbolising protection, responsibility and belonging. There's the belief that Ngatoro-i-Rangi, who is honoured for his magical abilities and navigational skill, guided two tribes to the Taupo area in New Zealand. + The Collective Thread A versatile shirt, of inclusive design with bold prints and a tui knot neckline. It will be worn by any crew or ground staff member. + The Wrap Around A sleek trench coat created in 'suit style' violet pinstripe. The makers are proud of both its craftsmanship and comfort. + The Woven One This is a cultural garment — an Ie Faitaga. It is worn like a kilt and will be trialled by Pacific people. + The Runway Cut This waistcoat is for male crew members and ground staff cloaking, with the designer trying to give the wearer an aura of authority.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kate Middleton Rewears Viral Outfit—And Fans Are All Saying the Same Thing
has given new life to one of her fan-favorite outfits, and now users online are calling her "the Princess of rewears." For her latest outing with to attend the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, May 20, Middleton recycled the same butter yellow Emilia Wickstead midi dress that she famously wore to QueenElizabeth's Platinum Jubilee celebrations nearly three years ago. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 At the time of the June 2022 event—which marked Elizabeth's 70th anniversary of her ascension to the throne—Middleton also sported a matching yellow saucer hat with roses, which she also wore once again during the recent outing on Tuesday. The Princess of Wales, 43, also accessorized her outfit for Tuesday's Garden Party with a pair of nude suede heels and a small clutch purse. Fans online were delighted to see Middleton get another use out of the stylish yellow dress, with tons of users chiming in on X (formerly Twitter) to agree that the princess looked "stunning as always." "Graceful, poised, and effortlessly elegant," another fan wrote, while someone else added, "Princess of Wales always looks so classy and stylish. A real regal Royal."
NZ Herald
6 days ago
- Business
- NZ Herald
Flight Check: Business vs Premium Economy on Air New Zealand's retrofitted 787-9 Dreamliner
Seat: For the outbound flight, I had a front row seat to all the mod-cons available on board ZK-NZH, the first in the airline's fleet of 14 Dreamliners to undergo a world-first, nose-to-tail retrofit. In the Business Premier cabin, a 1-2-1 configuration means every seat is an aisle seat - the partition privacy screen meant my 2B 'middle' seat felt like sitting solo, though those travelling with a companion will appreciate it lowers. I'm 163cm tall and the 137cm-wide business class seats felt massive. The 2m-long seat reclined fully flat at the push of a button, pairing with a separate memory foam mattress, pillows and duvet to offer a supremely comfortable sleeping quarters I didn't get to take full advantage of on my 3-and-a-half-hour flight to Brisbane. I made full use of the automated head and lumber rests to settle in while reading my book and watching a movie stretched out. On my return leg, I was in Premium Economy seat 27F. This cabin has reverted from slanted pod seating to a linear 2-3-2 layout, but the roomy seats still feel luxe, offering a pitch of 104cm and a 20cm recline. The seats have wraparound side wings for privacy and a fixed outer shell, meaning you can recline without intruding on the person behind you. Double arm rests delineate personal space and the adjustable leg rest and foot-bar meant I could still kick my feet up. The larger seats afford generous work and storage space too, with roomy seatback pockets for your bits and bobs and large bi-fold tray table to work and dine on. There's even a slot to stand your iPad or phone in. Crew: On the first commercial outings for the zhushed-up plane, cabin crew did a stellar job of walking the line between jovial and professional. The captain and flight deck crew greeted us warmly, trialling the new Emilia Wickstead designed uniforms and chatted keenly about the designs (all positive feedback so far). Having the airline's CEO Greg Foran onboard for the landmark flight didn't distract from the airline's characteristically attentive service. Interactions with warm and thoughtful crew member Sapphire were a highlight on both legs of the journey. When my seatmate gave some constructive feedback about their meal, she acted quickly to calmly address their concerns, then gently and proactively inquired with others who might be in the same situation. Passengers: The premium cabins were almost full on both legs, with a mix of media, aviation enthusiasts and commercial passengers. From what I observed, everyone received the same level of studious service. Food and drink: The airline says its in-flight menu is 'an expression of who we are and inspired by manaakitanga - the Māori tradition of hospitality'. In Business Class, that started promptly, with a pre-take off glass of Laurent-Perrier La Cuvee Champagne, orange juice or water, followed by a pre-meal tropical smoothie just after wheels up. For the breakfast service, I picked the herb and spinach omelette with slow-roasted capsicum caponata and chorizo sausage from the three 'bigger breakfast' menu options. Before that warming plate was delivered, an expansive table was unfurled from the side of my pod, laid with a white linen table-cloth, proper plates and metal cutlery. I enjoyed two rounds of pre-breakfast in the form of a fresh fruit platter and pastries, and then a really delicious bowl of overnight oats with hazelnuts, black cherries, pears and puffed buckwheat. I've had the oats before - they taste just as good served in a carboard bowl in economy. Between that and multiple cups of coffee, I was full to bursting, but fresh fruit and refreshments can be ordered through the entertainment console at will. Caponata must have been my culinary word du jour - because it was also a component in my choice of lunch, this time a hearty eggplant version that accompanied New Zealand lamb braised in red wine served over pleasingly al dente farro and walnuts. A Puhoi goat cheese and creme fraiche mousse with fennel, pea and radish was a fresh but decadent starter. The drinks trolley offered a special-edition cocktail called 'The Wickstead', the on-brand violet-hued concoction, a tribute to uniform designer Emilia Wickstead, mixed Scapegrace Uncommon Gin, tonic water with blackcurrant and boysenberries. Entertainment: An all-new inflight entertainment system with larger screens awaits in each seat onboard the refreshed Dreamliner. In Business Class you get a truly impressive 24-inch HD 4K entertainment screen that can connect to your phone for easy remote navigation. The 15.3-inch high-resolution screen in Premium Economy is a good quality too, and not so large that you look over your shoulder when the content advisory displays at the start of your movie (blessed be those privacy screens). High-quality noise-cancelling headphones are offered in both premium cabins and you have the option to connect your own bluetooth headphones as well. The best bit: That lie-flat seat was a thing of glory. I never have trouble sleeping on planes but if you do, and have to get to your long-haul destination refreshed, it'll change the game. The worst bit: I find the consistent, low-frequency rumble of an airplane's engine provides white noise that helps me focus and was looking forward to using a travel day to get some work done, but had difficulty connecting to the inflight wi-fi on both legs. My aisle mate was in the same position, and after crew couldn't solve it for them I took it as a sign to watch a movie instead. Final verdict: After we landed back in Auckland the plane went on to complete its first long-haul service to San Francisco. I would jump at the opportunity to fly Business on a flight of that length, but for transtasman, I think Premium Economy is a great option. Judge for yourself though - all 14 Boeing 787-9s in Air New Zealand's fleet are expected to be updated to the new cabin layout by the end of 2026.
Daily Mail
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Royal fashion is all about butter yellow this season - from Kate Middleton's Buckingham Palace Garden Party look to Zara Tindall's viral mini dress, here's where to shop the trend
Butter yellow has been described as a 'new neutral' because of its ease of styling and versatility. It's a great way to add warmth to an outfit and can be styled with softer pastel colours or jewel tones. Its soft tone suits most skin tones and works across formal and casual wear. Yesterday Kate Middleton made her first appearance at the Buckingham Palace garden party since 2023 - having missed last year while she was having cancer treatment. She wore an Emilia Wickstead butter yellow coat dress with a scoop neckline, structured shoulders and a wrap detail at the waist which she last wore for Queen Elizabeth's Platinum Jubilee (it's surprisingly still in stock). She paired the dress with a hat by Phillip Treacy and the Robinson Pelham oak leaf and acorns earrings she wore on her wedding day. Meanwhile Zara Tindall recently appeared at a charity gala evening wearing a Leo Lin butter yellow mini dress with structured shoulders and a flattering A-line silhouette, which sold soon after. She paired the look with with a pair of gold pumps from designer Julia Mays, stacked with gold bangles and a silver clutch. Here's where to shop the trend add a touch of quiet luxury up your summer wardrobe. Shop Kate's outfit EXACT MATCH: Emilia Wickstead Elta Crêpe Midi Dress High street options for Kate's look Coast Collared Satin Maxi Dress £119 Shop Wallis Heavy Crepe Stud Detail Utility Dress £34 Shop Amazon Fashion OBEEII Women's Floral Corset Midi Dress £31.24 Shop Muriel Lemon Boat Neck- Volume-Hem Midi Dress £95 Shop Nobody's Child Zola Bow Back Midi Dress in Yellow £120 Shop Oasis Occasion Kimono Sleeve Pleated Midi Dress £44.85 Shop Get Zara's look EXACT MATCH: Leo Lin Aurelie Appliqué Mini Dress £445.77 Shop £150 Shop High street alternatives to Zara's look New Look Premium Pale Yellow Lace Bodycon Mini Dress £11 Shop River Island Yellow Pocket Mini Dress £51 Shop H&M Embossed Mini Dress in Light Yellow £32.30 Shop Ego Sleeveless Slash Neck Mini Dress in Yellow £23 Shop Rebecca Vallance Lulu lace-Trimmed Crêpe Mini Dress £730 Shop Reformation Ava Heavy Knit Dress in Lemon £178 Shop Anthropologie The Tobie Button-Front Pleated Shirt Dress by Exquise: Mini Edition in Yellow £148 Shop
Vogue
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Kate Middleton Puts Her Own Spin on the Color of the Summer
There's no doubt that the Princess of Wales is most comfortable in nature: A Kate Middleton classic is a pair of skinny jeans and hiking boots. It makes sense, then, that for more formal engagements, she typically sticks to her uniform of coat dresses and nude pumps—her 'armor', if you will. The royal returned to her tried-and-tested formula once again while attending a Buckingham Palace garden party on Tuesday afternoon (May 20). For the occasion, she opted for a yellow Emilia Wickstead midi dress, which she previously wore during Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in 2022, along with a matching Philip Treacy hat, which she debuted at Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding back in 2018. Kate wore a yellow Emilia Wickstead dress and matching Philip Treacy hat for a Buckingham Palace garden party on Tuesday. While Kate—known for her love of repeating past looks—has owned both pieces for several years, butter yellow also happens to be a strong contender for colour of the season, with the sunny shade being spotted on the spring 2025 catwalks at the likes of Givenchy, Toteme, and 16Arlington. Given her long-time relationship with Givenchy's newly installed creative director (and her wedding dress designer) Sarah Burton, could we see Kate Middleton wearing a custom creation by the French fashion house in the near future? Only time will tell.
