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It’s been a long time coming but at last we have our very own store in Auckland.

Laurie reckons that ”unveiling the Auckland store feels better than Christmas.  The Auckland project has been my baby for sometime now and seeing it come to fruition makes me feel like a proud mother”.

Many of our clothes are made in Auckland and it will be great to strengthen our relationship with the city. We’ve also been wanting to offer Auckland the full Starfish experience for a while now – including all of the other fantastic brands we carry including:  Terra Plana shoes, Nancybird handbags, Kowtow (women’s tees), Keep Cups, Veja shoes and Moki clogs.

Planning the store opening hasn’t been without hiccups. The store fittings were being constructed in Christchurch, which after the earthquake has had set backs. However, Troy from Aridium Design has been an absolute star, and dispite half of his house falling away battled on to complete the job – and it looks fantastic!

So make sure you come and visit us – we look forward to seeing you.

The Project Crimson Trust, who are dedicated to the protection and enhancement of New Zealand’s pohutakawa and rata trees have teamed up with designer and eco-advocate, Laurie Foon to give you the chance to win tickets to Starfish’s much anticipated, first ever, eco-show at New Zealand Fashion week 2010.

By purchasing a Project Crimson Bloomer tee between now and Sunday 12th Sept, you’ll automatically go into the draw to win two tickets to Fashion Week. The tees are on sale for $30 (down from $55) and are available at the Wellington Starfish store by cash transaction or online at www.projectcrimson.org.nz.

As Laurie says – “Now, more than ever, people are keen to help make a difference to our environment. Partnering with Project Crimson allows us to help our customers do exactly that.” On that note, all of the proceeds from the Bloomer tees go directly back to the Project Crimson Trust.

For terms and conditions go to www.projectcrimson.org.nz

The Spring Collections is a ‘not to be missed’ fashion event which will showcase some of the South Islands top retailers and designers including yours truly – STARFISH.

We’re really excited about this event because not only does it give us the opportunity to show off our fantastic summer collection ‘Free Radicals’ on the catwalk, but because the event also supports the NEW ZEALAND BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION – a charity very close to our hearts.

In addition to the fashion show there will be designer and retail fashion awards to commend those involved in the South Island fashion community. This is a great opportunity to celebrate and acknowledge those in the industry.

Other retailers presenting at this event include Andrea Moore, Ballantynes, Barkers, Contemporary Lounge, Gilly Melhop, Gregory, Head Over Heels, Jane Daniels, Kooky, Little Brother, Long Island, and Sergios.

After party at Bangalore Polo Club.

When: Thu 16 September 2010 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Where: Christchurch Art Gallery – Te Puna o Waiwhetu, Cnr Worcester Boulevard and Montreal St, Christchurch
Tickets: Available at participating retailers. Silver: $30.00
Gold: $45.00
VIP: $65.00

Buying fairtrade products makes a real difference for the producers in the developing countries from which they originate. It means a better future for the workers, their families and communities by providing a fair income for a job well done.

To celebrate all thing fairtrade, come into Starfish during the fortnight for the following deals and events:

‘COTTON’ PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION: faces, lives & realities normally hidden or forgotten by the clothing industry – All proceeds go to the Wichi Art School for under-privileged children in Varanassi, India;
10% OFF KOWTOW – Fairtrade organic cotton clothing;
10% OFF DESCENDANT – Fairtrade organic denim (wgtn only);
OXFAM COFFEE BREAK (Fri 14 May) – Come in and enjoy a cup or PEOPLES COFFEE. All proceeds go to Oxfam;
OXFAM KEEPCUPS – Purchase your own barista friendly reusable coffee cup. All proceeds go to Oxfam;
VEJA FAIRTRADE TRAINERS – New season colours and styles.

25 Nuffield Street, Newmarket. Ph: (09) 522 5094.

Starfish is thrilled to bring a full range of sustainable fashion to Auckland for the month of May, opening a pop-up-store in Newmarket.

On the racks will be an extensive selection from the winter 2010 collection BRAVE NEW WORLD, as well as a range of other labels and footwear that offer both ladies & gents style with an ethical edge including:
Kowtow fairtrade garments, Descendant organic denim and Veja fairtrade trainers.