KAREN

We snapped Karen Walker outside the opening of her new store in Britomart last night. We loved the black and gold jacquard fabric of the dress from her Sea Monsters collection and thought it paired really well with the embroidery of her Topshop shoes from The Department Store. Her chic look was topped off with a clutch by Yves Saint Laurent and Karen Walker sunglasses.

The new Britomart store, part of The Pavilions development, is beautifully fitted out and carries Karen Walker clothing, eyewear, jewellery and accessories along with items from some of Karen's favourite other brands. It's well worth a look. Go see!

FOUREYES ON I LOVE UGLY

We were at the opening of menswear label I Love Ugly at The Department Store last week. It's no secret we love floral prints on guys, so we were pretty pleased to see a few different ones appear on some shorts, shirts and jackets. We've been seeing I Love Ugly's Zespy pants, a relaxed-fit low crotch chino, for a while now on the streets and we're now looking forward to also seeing some of their new stuff around. Here is what we saw and liked.

FOUREYES ON THE DEPARTMENT STORE S/S 12

We attended The Department Store Spring/Summer 2012 show last Friday featuring Karen Walker, Topman, Ruby, Liam, Tigerlily, Topshop, I Love Ugly and Black Box. Held at The Department Store itself, the event commanded a huge turnout. Check out what we saw after the jump.

JAMES

We snapped photographer James Lowe outside The Department Store's recent show. It's always slightly intimidating shooting a photographer, especially in less than ideal lighting, so we ended up taking a gazillion shots. We loved the way he combined multiple geometric-patterned items to elevate a simple look and create something unique. His jumper is by A.P.C., shorts by Wood Wood, socks by Vanishing Elephant and his leggings were from Japan. His bag is by Makr and his classic desert boots are Clarks. His glasses are by Moscot.

FOUREYES ON THE DEPARTMENT STORE

We were invited along to check out The Department Store's Autumn/Winter 2012 runway show on Friday night. Click through to see more of what we saw and liked.

GIVEAWAY: THE DEPARTMENT STORE

CONGRATULATIONS to our winners of the the 2 double passes to The Department Store Autumn/Winter 2012 runway show: Serenity O'Brien and Phillip Good.

What they won: 2 x Double passes to an awesome Autumn/Winter 2012 runway show and party.
When: 7pm, Friday 16 March 2012
Where: The Department Store, 10 Northcroft St, Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand.
How: Entries have now closed.

We will keep you posted with photos we take of the show on Friday!

Thanks to everyone who entered!

EZRA

Ezra makes this vintage bolo tie look current. The bronze owl image with the leather detailing was striking and only cost Ezra $3 from an op shop! His YSL shirt with oversized pocket and rolled up sleeves look awesome with these Ksubi pants from The Department Store and shoes from Vanishing Elephant. The beautiful handcarved ring is by NZ jeweller Nick Von K.