Annabel Dickson

Auckland

Fashion Assistant at Viva NZ

Fashion Contributor at New Zealand Herald

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Viva Weddings: Inside Conrad Reyners & Phillip von Fury’s Coastal Otago Wedding

Oct 5, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson

Cementing their love with scenic South Island nuptials (featuring cocktails and cheeseburgers) Conrad Reyners and Phillip von Fury tell Annabel Dickson all about their big day. Conrad Reyners, a global regulatory counsel for a multinational company, and Phillip von Fury, a fashion designer and product developer, met when they were set up by a mutual friend 10 years ago.
12 dresses perfect for a spring forecast

Sep 21, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson |Madeleine Crutchley

Go long in uncertain forecasts to avoid getting caught in the cold. Picking an outfit for an unsteady forecast can be tricky. Spring welcomes, yes, a little more sun. But, it’s also a time for rain, wind and dark grey thunderstorms. Ideal for making your way through tricky transitional weather, these long dresses will work with you through the weather. This collection, collated by Annabel Dickson, features midi and maxi dresses in a range of colourways, patterns and textures.
14 light knit tops for spring's breezy temperatures

Sep 14, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson |Dan Ahwa

Not too cold, not too warm, the new season begs for something that provides just the right amount of comfort. There’s still a bite in the air, so dressing according to yo-yoing temperatures is part and parcel of this time of year. One solution is to invest in a light piece of knitwear, the kind that isn’t too bulky but still offers the right amount of warmth for cool mornings, mild days, and cooler evenings.
11 breezy slides and sandals for effortless spring dressing

Sep 11, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson |Madeleine Crutchley

Ready your winter boots for storage because easier dressing is on its way. You can start with these simple slides, available to shop right now. September marks a long-awaited time of transition, as spring’s official beginning demands a different approach to dressing. The memo for making it work in warmer weather? Making your wardrobe breezier and easier. No other garment captures this quite like a pair of sandals.
New season fashion: 46 wardrobe staples to put a spring in your step

Sep 9, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson |Johanna Thornton |Tyson Beckett

A new spring mood is in the air with these divine pieces. A welcome change in weather isn’t the only joy that comes with spring’s arrival. After a season luxuriating in cosy knits and lovely long trousers, a fresh crop of lighter fashion is here to enjoy. From floaty shirtdresses to breezy totes, below you’ll find 40 spring staples we can’t wait to wear. A GREAT DRESSOvna Ovich dress $520Versatile styling options are designed into the fabrication of this silk and linen chiffon dress.
Inside Priyanka Rana and Naman Bhasin’s nuptials, a modern take on tradition

Sep 7, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson

After a starry proposal, when it came to getting married it was important for Priyanka Rana and Naman Bhasin to celebrate their culture and reflect the values they share. Engineer Naman Bhasin and Priyanka Rana, a project manager and fashion designer who also runs the label Workshop37 on the side, were destined to be together after stars aligned when they met through the dating app Bumble.
11 full skirts that are practical and playful enough for unpredictable Spring weather

Aug 31, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson |Tyson Beckett

Baby lambs, daffodils breaking through the soil and crisp blue skies punctured by cup-filling sunshine - all hallmarks of Spring’s imminent arrival. Right around the time we start wondering; “when does daylight savings start?” another telltale sign of seasonal change crops up - a desire to cast off our winter wardrobes. Previously cosy winter layers start feeling itchy and an eagerness to embrace a lighter approach to dressing hangs in the air.
These 10 Fun Minidresses Are For Anytime, Anywhere

Aug 29, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson |Tyson Beckett

Ignore the hemline index. There’s a minidress for every date, wedding, or breezy walk on the beach. There will still be plenty of days we’ll reach for the warm embrace of our winter coats, but leaning into lighter layers when the weather allows is a mood-boosting sartorial strategy we can utilise to see us through the tail end of winter and welcome a much-awaited seasonal change. Outfit-wise. a mini is a great way to show spring has sprung.
These 20 Father’s Day Gift Ideas Are Thoughtful And Cool

Aug 21, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson |Tyson Beckett

For the fathers and father figures in your life. In the lead-up to Father’s Day on September 1, we’ve sought out gifts for all types of fathers and those who play that role in our lives. Below you’ll find gifts big and small to bring a smile to design-loving dads, adventurer dads, cosy dads, dads who are whizzes in the kitchen and dads who live on coffee only.
10 Of The Coolest Denim Clothing Styles For Children

Aug 17, 2024 | nzherald.co.nz | Annabel Dickson |Madeleine Crutchley

Curating a wardrobe for children is no easy feat. These simple denim styles have your back. Denim is a sturdy and forgiving fabric – which we know is essential when dressing little ones. These garments, made from thick cotton blends, will adapt to wear and tear. Whether they’re marked with dirty painted brushes or smeared with grass stains, denim will hold its own and look cooler after every repair.