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Woman is a place where real women are celebrated and uplifted, a community that reflects us – where we feel like we belong. Woman is a relatable and reliable source of information and inspiration. Featuring powerful stories, shared experiences, engaging entertainment and advice that connects and empowers women. Woman’s content pillars include stories about women, culture, recipes, health & wellbeing, home & garden, fashion & beauty, te reo Maori, books and entertainment, as well as puzzles, star columnists and more.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Things we love

Meet & greet • the creative contributors who come together every month to bring Woman to life.

Survivor, force to be reckoned with TOVA O'BRIEN • Winner of the 2021 New Zealand Television Award for Best Presenter Tova O’Brien talks to Sasha Borissenko about interviewing Volodymyr Zelenskyy, covering the Queen’s funeral, and the switch from the Parliamentary Press Gallery to getting up “stupid early” to host her own breakfast show.

In love & WAR • This is the story of a Ukrainian couple, Vitali Shypilov, 34, and his wife Lilya Veli, 36, who, with their two-year-old son Mark, were caught up in the maelstrom of President Putin’s invasion of their country in February 2022. In a conversation with Peter Macky in Kyiv, they talked about their experiences.

Shooting GOLD • From an idyllic childhood to directing world-class documentaries, Briar Marsh believes films can change society and she wouldn’t do it for any other reason.

Rest your weary head • Le Corbusier once wrote that, in addition to a place to sleep (and some bread), we all need space, light and order. A good hotel knows how to bring those things together in perfect harmony to create the perfect stay.

L’AMOUR VRAI • Finding love online can be difficult, especially so at 62, but to Maria Hoyle’s surprise she found a romance with the promise of so much more.

Jump feet-first into summer! • The challenge is on! Are you ready to start Scholl’s twostep care routine to put your best foot forward?

Permanent MARKERS • This month, Ruth Spencer has real skin in the game of reinvention.

Whaea Stacey! • What you call each other defines your relationships with whānau.

Gut instincts • At just 22, one woman decided to make her mark on the world and ended up helping found a company that aims to right some of the wrongs modern life has wrought on our systems.

Spoilt for CHOICE

BLOOD & GLITTER

VIVA la Frida • Dress like an artist! Frida Kahlo’s interpretation of traditional Tehuana dress became a signature look imitated by many. She did ruffles, bows and frills, full skirts, embroidered blouses, and a mix of colour and texture that dignified a night and day look like no other. Almost 100 years ago she was ahead of her time, yet somehow her look still appears ahead of us; something we’re continuing to draw inspiration from. Indifferent to the phases of what’s in and what’s out she was an icon for the marginalised and the outsiders. Here’s our take on her fabulousness. Dig deep into your wardrobe for the spangle and the bangle and crown your lovely head with flowers.

Get the look • It’s Frida, I’m in love! Make-up artist Natalie Dent gives you a step-by-step guide to rocking our November model’s fabulous Frida look.

Sun-touched WITHOUT the rays • For sunny and bright days you need some expert tricks to keep everything looking, well, sunny and bright!

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The pendulum IS SWINGING IN YOUR FAVOUR • Science joins forces with nature to get straight to the gut.

A weighty issue • Losing weight is about much more than eating less, moving more and willpower. When you lose weight, it causes changes in the levels of hormones that...