Shoes that just fit, you can wear them the first day.. all day without getting sore feet…

yes these are perfect shoes, and for those of you who have had the experience of owning Tracey Neuls Shoes before… you will know what I am talking about….

This season we have some gorgeous styles..and most especially the open toe derby…Pictured above…. yes this looks amazing when worn with everything from rolled up jeans and a white tee-shirt, to a pretty soft dress. Note there are no seams on this shoe… so nothing will rub. the leather is cut away and bound edges over the heel,, simple elegant and once you wear them every second day over summer… your feet will thank you.

We have the most amazing Gala bags and wallets just arrived…..

Gala is designed and made by Louise Leggat in Nelson, New Zealand. very rarely these days do you get such unique and high quality designed that is still made with the hands of the designer… But with gala you do….

Gala does not adhere to a thematic division of seasons nor to a trend based disposable culture “our designs are imbued with the same longevity as the materials we select to embody them”

Design details are handcrafted and pay homage to a Japanese ethic of discerning beauty in the everyday object. The exchange between each component is carefully considered and manifests as clean but complex wraps folds and pockets. It is this combination of fine detail and sculpted form which collectively make Gala’s bags sublime packages for life’s tools.

Make sure you pop in to see these beautifully soft bags in amazing New Zealand deer leather. The Buckle detailing is just so simple but so desirable on the Canakkale bag. and the shape of the Anakara Bag is modern yet so practical. The wallets are only NZD$127 so great buying for something you will use everyday.

Beautifully executed bags and wallets that will last forever.

ANAKARA BAG

CANAKKALE BAG

CANAKKALE BAG

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WELL DONE WELLINGTON TEAM…

We are very excited to let you know that our Wellington taylor shop has made it to the finals of the Retail Association TOP SHOP Competition.

This great accolade is made all the sweeter with our wellington girls who have received 100% on the Mystery Shopping Store Audit.

click here to see who else in the running

WELLINGTON TAYLOR STORE

I have received this lovely email from a great customer… and I thank her for all her great words, for taking the time to write all this and helping us know what it is we do that makes you smile.

Here is what she says:

I promise I am nearly finished (!) – but… for the sake of completeness (and seeing that the sales team are copied in!), and in case it is helpful, here are my reasons for coming back to Taylor year after year (10 years now, with breaks when overseas):

1.  The clothes, obviously.  I get compliments all the time, and who doesn’t like that?!

2.  There are always friendly faces, who don’t mind helping someone wearing (frequently, in my case) dog-walking clothes, or the equivalent.  They also look good, wearing the product and each of them wearing something different.

3.  Taylor girls are confident in themselves, not given to gushing, and so are quite OK dealing with the likes of me – independent, clear views (but very open to suggestions), and pretty direct.  Suffice it to say, this is not an experience I get in all other shops.

4.  You remember my name, and (in time) the sorts of things that I already have.

5.  You take the long view.  You don’t mind if I try a few things on, but don’t actually buy anything this time around – and have a nice time in the process.

6.  When I come out in something “new”, I am not asked “Do I like it”… (sometimes I am just not sure – as it is all a bit new and unusual!).  Rather, an honest reaction is given (including, someone squinting at my rear view and saying, “I know what you mean, but honestly it’s fine”.   And the best one EVER – apart from “that looks great”(obviously !) – is “we can do better” and they do too (and I agreed with them both times!), and this is absolutely a big reason why I keep coming back.

7.  Someone saying (or knowing, possibly by looking at the, er, dog walking clothes!) “So what’s your lifestyle” like – and making suggestions accordingly, or (knowing my thing about delicate fabrics!) “I know it’s quite delicate silk, but it’s a party dress…(or words to that effect).    If I may use an analogy, this means that I know I walk out with a hair cut that suits me, rather than “cut of the month” (if you see what I mean!).

8.  Flexibility with things like couriers and the like, and fixing the odd problem with a smile (so without making it my problem) – very grown up stuff but which (to me at least) does nothing but engender loyalty.

9.  Little touches of (extra) generosity – it’s lovely buying lots all at once (and so laying out quite a lot in one hit) – and when I’m in that “zone”, there probably isn’t a lot of difference between a bill for $1600 and $1750, but having to spend an extra $100 at a faceless alteration place (and the hassle of having to get there and back) takes some of the joy out of the whole thing (to say the least!).

I really thank you all for letting us know your thoughts and opinions, so please do drop me a line so we can know what we can do better. I know we have had quite a staffing re-shufffle this year, the unfortunate part of employing young girls, But do come in and meet my new team, there are some amazing stylists.

email: vicki@taylorboutique.co.nz

This Satuday 28th August from 9.30am-5pm they will have a day with the designer…pop in for some designer insight, styling, bubbles and amazing mini cupcakes from Icing on the cakes…

If you are out and about running a few errands..it may be worth stopping in for a sugary treat.

Icing on the Cake

The Gorgeous Faye Smythe in our nude Strata dress  which is just the sexiest one shoulder dress and yes a brand new belted Transit dress in Red looking stunning on Amanda Billing.

This week we have had the new Pilot Shirt arrive in store… The Deltoid shirt for those wanting something a little funky… The Definition Shirt as a beautifully shaped great work with a subtle detail that makes it talk….

The Pilot Shirt

This fabulous oversized shirt works as  is over skinny Linear pants and boots for right now,  Drape a gorgeous Kourbela Wrap on top or snuggle into a soft cashmere Incubate piece to add the extra warmth when the temperature plummets. Wear it simply with a pair of blue jeans, rolled to the ankles and with boots or sandals for those after school pick ups, As the weather warms up wear it as a dress  with a  gorgeous simple thin waist belt, or for that androgenous work look add a Circle jacket or great long Capilli Vest on top when wearing it with slim black pants.

The Deltoid Shirt

The Deltoid shirt is a great piece on it’s own, It gives the perfect amount of volume to enhance that Upside down triangle silhouette and it is clever beyond words, as it joins the geometric opposites of a circle and square together to make a wearable and intriguing shirt. This looks great worn simply with narrow Red Engine Cayenne Jeans or a slim pant, and looks very up to minute with a long pencil skirt and our TN_29 Linen Boots!

The Definition shirt

The Definition shirt gives a classic tailored white shirt appearance but on closer inspection, the  centre front placard detail  just speaks That this is not just any shirt! A gorgeous cut this shirt will give a timeless quality to your wardrobe while the curved hems that are slightly longer in the front and will lengthen your silhouette.

We  look forward to seeing you in store soon to add a Crisp freshness to your wardrobe.

Here are a few of our standout pieces that are selling really well after our new collection’s first week in store….

The Enfold Piece

The shorts are not ready yet.. but this black enfold piece has been a fast favourite already. Maybe the easy wearability, or maybe it is it’s colours… yes not just available in black, but Bright Halo pink, a Glacier Blue, White, Fog and Black means it is working in every wardrobe… yes I did really make those colours… if you haven’t been in-store yet… be ready… we have soooooo much colour this season.

Kourbela two way cardi and Peg Pants

This cardi has been so amazingly well received by our customers we only have one black and beige left in Ponsonby with all other stores selling out, and the Red and beige is also almost sold, there was one left per store when I last looked. Yes after a week were we have so enjoyed the new Kourbela designs, this amazing piece can be worn in 2 ways… yes upside down or as shown. It adds the texture and the finish to any outfit. We can’t get any more as these are from Greece.

Spotted Transit Dress

This dress is a great addition to your wardrobe as it lifts the winter darks for right now and the spots look so fresh. The Red colourway and Blue  colourway have also been selling well this week. The shape is easy to wear, as it can be a dress, or layered over Skinny Pants. The fabrics belt can be replaced with a leather one for more formal occasions…and with the Women In Film Awards tonight… we now one shall be making it’s way there tonight.

Just a touch on what is in store already, and what is making waves in our first week….

We look forward to having you in-store soon to enjoy all our amazing pieces

You get to chose which way you want to wear it, formal or casual, short or long, as a skirt, as a tunic over a skinny jean or pant.. with leggings or socks, boots or sandals….  and according to those customers who I have talked to it is the dress you will wear so much once it is in your wardrobe

Here are some new ideas and look at our fabulous Striped Circle Dresses.

We photographed  the molecule grey and white stripe dress, but it also comes in a black and charcoal stripe. For those wanting to be adventurous.. have a look in-store at the beautiful mineral blue, A stormy Grey or as always a black. Here are a few of the latest looks but do remember this is only a patch of the ways to wear this gorgeous dress…

Make sure you come in and do not miss out on these striped dresses as they are already running out the door… there are not many…

The word is this new collection is fabulous and this was backed up by the number of styles that ran out the door today. The colours, The amazingly clever design, The versatility and yes The price of $215 for the most amazing Kourbela 25.50 concertina knitted wrap…. able to be worn about 5 ways. To Discover 25.50….

Click here to see the great wrap piece

then click on Discover the 2550 and press play.

People, Fun and Inspiration what a great start to Spring… we look forward to introducing you to this new world soon.