Your weekly Remix Magazine round-up
From long weekend dinner plans to abstract homewares, and fashion pieces topping our wishlists, here's the week that was at Remix Magazine.
Inject interest into your home with FAZEEK
If, like us, your home is an extension of your personal style, you're often always searching for those finishing touches that add interest to interior design scapes, or in this case, tablescapes. Hand-crafted homeware brand FAZEEK is on a mission to prove that life, or your home, doesn't need to be boring. You've probably pinned some of its colourful, playful and ever-so-chic homeware pieces to the top of your Pinterest boards. And now, FAZEEK unveils Swirl—its latest glassware collection, just in time for intimate at-home hosting soirees. If you hadn't already guessed, abstract swirls form the base of the collection's aesthetic, showcased across Coupe, Wine, and Tumbler glasses, alongside serving pieces and candle holders.
Celebrate Matariki with the ultimate dining experience
Trivet is marking the Matariki long weekend with a feast rooted in story, soul, and shared memory. From 20–22 June, Matariki Heri Kai—The Feast of Matariki Buffet—brings together hāngī-style meats, ocean harvests, and sky-swept flavours in a lavish celebration of the Māori New Year. Helmed by Chef Wallace Mua, the seasonal menu draws from Polynesian traditions and global technique, all anchored in the bounty of Aotearoa’s land and sea. Come hungry, leave full—in every sense. Bookings essential and available here.
Tyler, The Creator and Converse rewrite retro
The retro revival is truly upon us, and sneaker style icon Converse has entered the discourse, backed by the indisputable voice and influence of musician and tastemaker Tyler, The Creator. Launching tomorrow are the reimagined Naut-1 and Coach Jagger. Launching today: the reimagined Naut-1 and Coach Jogger silhouettes. The Naut-1 draws from Converse’s maritime legacy, featuring a canvas upper and amber-toned herringbone tread, available in Starlight Blue and Cannoli Cream. Meanwhile, the Coach Jogger taps into vintage track aesthetics with a low-profile shape and vibrant colourways—designed to turn heads on and off the track.
Defender’s most extreme vehicle yet lands in New Zealand—with Beauden Barrett at the wheel
Defender has just introduced OCTA, its most formidable vehicle yet—a twin-turbo V8 powerhouse built to tear through New Zealand’s toughest terrain without flinching, all while keeping its signature edge of refined cool. It’s a machine that doesn’t just go off-road; it thrives there. To mark the launch, the brand enlisted Beauden Barrett—rugby legend, Taranaki local, and living proof that quiet strength often speaks the loudest. The campaign, shot across Taranaki's rugged farmland and windswept coastlines, draws a clear line between OCTA’s grit and the grounded confidence of its new ambassador. It’s less about horsepower and more about what it takes to hold your own when conditions turn brutal. OCTA doesn’t just arrive—it asserts itself. And with Barrett fronting the charge, the message is clear: performance isn’t about flash, it’s about showing up and going further, even when no one’s watching.
Viaduct Harbour’s ‘Maruata Rikoriko’ installation invites you to gather, reflect, and feast this Matariki
Earlier this week, Viaduct Harbour unveiled Maruata Rikoriko, a shimmering new installation honouring Matariki through shared kai, kōrero, and connection. Anchored by a sculptural tēpu—part artwork, part gathering space—the piece is flanked by intricately carved pou and invites the public to slow down, share food, and contemplate the sparkling waters of Te Waitematā. Designed by artists Graham Tipene and Amy Hawke of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, and brought to life with sustainable materials and cultural intent, Maruata Rikoriko is more than a moment—it’s a living expression of whakapapa, kotahitanga, and kaitiakitanga. To mark the season, Viaduct Harbour’s top eateries are also serving bespoke Matariki menus—think diamond clam pizza at Bivacco and pork belly toasties at Parasol & Swing—offering new ways to taste and treasure the Māori New Year. Come for the view, stay for the festivities.
Tyler, The Creator and Converse rewrite retro
The retro revival is truly upon us, and sneaker style icon Converse has entered the discourse, backed by the indisputable voice and influence of musician and tastemaker Tyler, The Creator. Launching tomorrow are the reimagined Naut-1 and Coach Jagger. Launching today: the reimagined Naut-1 and Coach Jogger silhouettes. The Naut-1 draws from Converse’s maritime legacy, featuring a canvas upper and amber-toned herringbone tread, available in Starlight Blue and Cannoli Cream. Meanwhile, the Coach Jogger taps into vintage track aesthetics with a low-profile shape and vibrant colourways—designed to turn heads on and off the track.
Defender’s most extreme vehicle yet lands in New Zealand—with Beauden Barrett at the wheel
Defender has just introduced OCTA, its most formidable vehicle yet—a twin-turbo V8 powerhouse built to tear through New Zealand’s toughest terrain without flinching, all while keeping its signature edge of refined cool. It’s a machine that doesn’t just go off-road; it thrives there. To mark the launch, the brand enlisted Beauden Barrett—rugby legend, Taranaki local, and living proof that quiet strength often speaks the loudest. The campaign, shot across Taranaki's rugged farmland and windswept coastlines, draws a clear line between OCTA’s grit and the grounded confidence of its new ambassador. It’s less about horsepower and more about what it takes to hold your own when conditions turn brutal. OCTA doesn’t just arrive—it asserts itself. And with Barrett fronting the charge, the message is clear: performance isn’t about flash, it’s about showing up and going further, even when no one’s watching.
Viaduct Harbour’s ‘Maruata Rikoriko’ installation invites you to gather, reflect, and feast this Matariki
Earlier this week, Viaduct Harbour unveiled Maruata Rikoriko, a shimmering new installation honouring Matariki through shared kai, kōrero, and connection. Anchored by a sculptural tēpu—part artwork, part gathering space—the piece is flanked by intricately carved pou and invites the public to slow down, share food, and contemplate the sparkling waters of Te Waitematā. Designed by artists Graham Tipene and Amy Hawke of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, and brought to life with sustainable materials and cultural intent, Maruata Rikoriko is more than a moment—it’s a living expression of whakapapa, kotahitanga, and kaitiakitanga. To mark the season, Viaduct Harbour’s top eateries are also serving bespoke Matariki menus—think diamond clam pizza at Bivacco and pork belly toasties at Parasol & Swing—offering new ways to taste and treasure the Māori New Year. Come for the view, stay for the festivities.
The season says, puffer jackets for your feet
When cold winter mornings call for the warmest shoes of all, might we suggest a very puffy silhouette? It's for that reason alone that Teva's ReEmber Terrain has become a firm favourite for the season. Equal measures stylish—if you're into the gorpcore aesthetic—and practical, these shoes are best suited to cold mornings in the office, or sliding out of a dew-covered tent. We're predicting that these cosy numbers will be everywhere this season.
Dracula’s cult cabaret returns to Auckland with ‘Sanctuary’
Next week, cult cabaret phenomenon Dracula’s will embark on its long-awaited return to Auckland with Sanctuary—a depraved new variety show set to push the boundaries of blood, lust, and high camp. After 2023’s sold-out run (and a trail of scandalous after-party gossip), the undead are back, this time armed with aerial acrobatics, powerhouse vocals, and enough theatrical chaos to raise the dead. Equal parts gothic fever dream and comedy cabaret, Sanctuary promises a night of unholy indulgence—and just the right amount of partial nudity. Just don’t say we didn’t warn you. Tickets on sale now.
Dracula’s cult cabaret returns to Auckland with ‘Sanctuary’
Next week, cult cabaret phenomenon Dracula’s will embark on its long-awaited return to Auckland with Sanctuary—a depraved new variety show set to push the boundaries of blood, lust, and high camp. After 2023’s sold-out run (and a trail of scandalous after-party gossip), the undead are back, this time armed with aerial acrobatics, powerhouse vocals, and enough theatrical chaos to raise the dead. Equal parts gothic fever dream and comedy cabaret, Sanctuary promises a night of unholy indulgence—and just the right amount of partial nudity. Just don’t say we didn’t warn you. Tickets on sale now.
Marimekko makes updates for the season, including three new Karla colourways
Marimekko’s Karla bag isn’t just a bag—it’s an everyday essential that marrying sleek Nordic design with luxe, buttery leather. Born from a candy wrapper’s simple shape, Anna Werner’s creation moves with you, from early-morning meetings to spontaneous weekend getaways and late-night drinks. This latest Pre-Fall 2025 edition arrives in rich apple red, deep burgundy, and creamy beige, with a clever new metallic buckle that lets you switch from crossbody to shoulder in a snap. Available in three sizes, from classic to compact, Karla is designed to be as versatile and timeless as your lifestyle demands. If you’re after a bag that’s equal parts practical and utterly covetable, this is it.
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