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Love Stories

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Love Stories

Matters of the heart really do matter. And the stories of how two strangers find each other in this world are often imbued with a mix of magic, chance and (occasionally) chivalry worth celebrating. This Valentine’s, Harrolds has rounded up a trio of local lovers in our orbit to share the narratives that brought them together.

Here, a designer, a buyer and a stylist share their very own ‘Love Stories’ to reflect on the stories, meet-cutes and coincidences that drive modern fairytales (and what they dressed in for it).

While this lineup denotes love of the romantic kind, we’re also taking this V-Day to reflect on the platonic, familial and self-love that buoys us. Mark the occasion with enamouring outfits, indulgent date nights and maybe, if they’re lucky, a gift.

Whether it’s a solo affair, a spectacular friendship, a mother-daughter extravaganza or a rendezvous with your soulmate, professing love is easy this year. Search for that special something at Harrolds online or in store.

Mark the occasion with enamouring outfits, indulgent date nights and maybe, if they’re lucky, a gift.

Wynn Hamlyn Designer, Wynn Crawshaw and his wife Lana

How did you meet? 

We met at one of Wynn’s very early collection launches at a cool designer run concept store in Ponsonby, Auckland in 2015. We hit it off at the after party on K Road and have been together ever since.

If you had to pinpoint it, what is that makes you click?

We’ve always had similar drive and passion towards the things we want to achieve in life, but mostly we think it’s down to our mutual love for a laugh and never taking ourselves too seriously.

Favourite thing(s) about one another? 

Her: I love the way that Wynn can connect a community. Anybody that meets or knows Wynn personally can attribute to his inclusive and generous way of being. We have so many friends in different pockets of our lives

Him: Lana is very straight-up and I love that about her. Even with me and her closest friends, she tells it how it is in a kind way. I think that shows a real care for people.

What’s your ultimate date night location?

Pre-COVID, I was really looking forward to traveling for Resort 21 showings in Paris with Wynn. We haven’t made these sales trips together in a while so I was romanticising showing Wynn all my favourite restaurant spots. But since we can’t travel, I love being a homebody. We are both from the Bay of Plenty, so a simple dinner at home together at Waihi Beach with some good wine sounds pretty ultimate to me.

And the outfit/brands you’d dress in for it?

Her: I love a chunky Wynn sweater, like the Zig Zag Cable Knit (perfect for a beach night), but I would also like being a bit outrageous and fun by wearing Saks Potts.

Him: Apart from WH, in a dream world it has to be Craig Green, Comme and Bottega.

Something you’re looking forward to doing together this year?

Taking a more relaxed approach to the year – spending more time with our friends and Whanau.

Harrolds Head of Buying, Kathleen Mazzarella and her husband Anthony

How did you meet? 

We met through mutual friends, I introduced myself during a classic Melbourne night out on the dance floor.

If you had to pinpoint it, what is that makes you click?

We are each other’s biggest fan, we’re best mates and we both just feel like big kids at heart.

Favourite thing(s) about one another?

Her: Anthony’s kind blue eyes an how genuine and caring he is for the ones his loves.

Him: Kath’s smile, humour and constant encouragement.

What’s your ultimate date night location?

As any Melbournian knows we are spoilt for choice, we love to try new things but also have few go to places. We recently tried Bistrot Thierry and loved it. Dinner and drinks is always a good idea.

And the outfit/brands you’d dress in for it?

Her: Definitely a mix of Acne, Amina Muaddi, Albus Lumen, Bottega Veneta, Christopher Esber.

Him: Anything Thom Browne, Acne, Dries Van Noten, Lardini, Christian Kimber

Something you’re looking forward to doing together this year?

We’ve promised to be more spontaneous. And to make more memories together!

@kathleenmazzarella and Anthony

@kathleenmazzarella and Anthony

Stylist, Adriana Fernandez and her husband Richard

How did you meet? 

Richard and I met at a Soccer presentation (actually, it was a set-up). He was the soccer star of the evening and he smelled divine. We started seeing each other from then on.

If you had to pinpoint it, what is that makes you click?

We have always been a team and supported each other, we both love the outdoors and appreciate good wine.

Favourite thing(s) about one another? 

Her: He is caring and kind and still very handsome. Plus, he always brings me a coffee in bed on weekends.

Him: Her positive nature and bubbly personality

What’s your ultimate date night location?

Would have to be our favourite restaurant Stella Blu in Dee Why. The oysters and dessert are worth the drive. And then a walk on the beach to cap the evening.

And the outfits you’d dress in for it?

Her: I would go for an effortless casual look and wear a Valentino shirt, jeans a pair of Bottega Veneta sandals

Him: Richard definitely would wear a fitted Balmain t-shirt, Acne jeans and a pair of Golden Goose sneakers

Something you’re looking forward to doing together this year?

Going on a holiday somewhere in this beautiful country of ours.

@adristyling and Richard

@adristyling and Richard

Valentine's Day Gifting


Chain Clutch
New
Balmain

Chain Clutch

$1,290
Tulle Bow Satin Heels
Mach & Mach

Tulle Bow Satin Heels

$1,490
Black Reversible Leather Belt
New
Brioni

Black Reversible Leather Belt

$1,225
Benton Sunglasses
Tom Ford

Benton Sunglasses

$755

Valentine's Day Gifting


Chain Clutch
New
Balmain

Chain Clutch

$1,290
Tulle Bow Satin Heels
Mach & Mach

Tulle Bow Satin Heels

$1,490
Black Reversible Leather Belt
New
Brioni

Black Reversible Leather Belt

$1,225
Benton Sunglasses
Tom Ford

Benton Sunglasses

$755

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