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Press, 15 June 1978, Page 13

[ neutral plusj NEUTRAL PLUS is a marvellous place to visit on a cold and frosty morning because you can warm vour hands in front of the lovely old fire while you look at the stock. The wooden tub of walnuts and the hanging bunch of garlic cloves heighten the kitcheny feeling of this kitchen shop. The discerning buyer will be able to buy gifts for all occasions, ranging from little thank you presents through to very special wedding presents. There are plenty of invaluable aids for the new cook as well as for the person who really cares about the presentation of food. These vary from striped aprons and bright oven cloths to butter pats, bamboo trays and decorative candle holders. The gifts bought from NEUTRAL PLUS are appreciated because in most cases they are useful and lovely to lock at. NEUTRAL PLUS, Hairdy Baird Court, 225 Papanui Road. srovcn(a(e\ LA PROVENCALE is a restaurant situated in a renovated house, a setting that lends itself to a friendly j intimate atmosphere. The food, based on recipes passed i from generation to generation, is a delicious combina- ; tion of the central European style and that of the vilI lages of Alsace and Normandy. The restaurant seats I 26 and there are 10 counter seatings. The brown and white decor is uplifted by the red tablecloths; sunlight I filters in at lunchtime and at night candles give a softness. The management ask for co-operation from their customers, by booking ahead and by booking between either 5.30-8 p.m. or 8-10.30 p.m. For excellent food at excellent prices, try LA PROVENCALE, Monday to Fridav, 12-2.30 p.m., 5.30-10.30 p.m., Saturday 6-11 p.m., Sunday 12-2.30 p.m., 5-9.30 p.m. 138 Aikmans Road. Phone 556-156. ( ) Ws is a new boutique in the same building as la Provencale—ideal for browsing and buying after that lunch date. BIBBA has sophisticated up-to-date ’ high fashion, its garments following flowing and flowery lines. They make their own gear so everything has a definite mark of originality. If the garment you love doesn’t quite fit there is no need to panic, because they also run a superb dressmaking business. Any ideas or dreams you have can become a reality; so often the clothes available in shops are not quite what you want. There is a selection of woollens in the shop, which can also be made to order. What service! BIBBA, 138 Aikmans Road. Phone 43-137. I { DODDS) DODDS have a marvellous knack of always having something new and exciting to see. This time it is Elizabeth Arden’s new make-up and perfume. Cabriole is a feminine perfume but reflects the modem emanci--1 pated woman who does not fit into a stereotype. The make-up encourages this theme by allowing each woman to bring out her best points. It is known as • the new Great Colour Collection, with eye-shadows in 1 single ahd double sizes, lipsticks and glosses and blushers—both cream and powder. The Active Day moisturiser is described as being all you need to face the day; terrific for protection against the elements on the ski-field as well as in everyday life. DODDS PHARMACY, 193 Papanui Road. Phone 559-049. ! | TheVilkge Jeweller | THE VILLAGE JEWELLER, opposite the Post Office, specialises in hand-crafted jewellery which is made by Guenter Taemmler, the former owner of the shop. Quality is the keyword for all the stock, especially the imported European and Eastern jewellery and the internationally famous Seiko watches. The stark chrome and glass stands along one wall display their crystal and glassware. There is a tremendous range, from the traditionally cut Waterford crystal through to Holme , | Guaard, the very modern Danish ware with clean I chunky lines. Other brand names include Pukeburg, Orresfors, lit tala and Kosta Boda. And I’m told there is lots more to come. THE VILLAGE JEWELLER does ear-piercing, and are friendly and helpful with regard to laybys. THE VILLAGE JEWELLER, 186 A Papanui Read. Phone 559-890. ( OfrfeS ) OLIVIAS is full to the brim with beautiful woollens for the winter. There are tailored 3-piece suits in herringbone, houndstooth check and Donegal tweeds, which contrast with the less constructured suits — these have blouson tops and Dior flared skirts. The frocks are in classic styles, soft and easy to live in: i Shetland wool cowl-necked dresses, Italian shirtfrocks, button-through with slit slides, and slightly heavier coatfrocks, waisted with blouson backs. In the coat line there is a very elegant and exclusive pure wool cream coat—a model made especially for OLIVIAS—with a fox fur collar. There are casual knitted 2-pieces and angora twinsets, and lots of skirts, both narrow and the wider versions. OLIVIAS, 186 Papanui Road, opposite the Post Office. Phone 554-749. /' 1 " — " X The clothes for little people in SIMON & SARAH are cuter than ever, one especially good example being the denim dungarees with contrasting facings—striped, pla d or print. These fit the 2-4 year olds. There are wrap-around pinafores in a heavy brushed cotton for the 4-12 age group, in rosy red, blue, soft green and rust. Knitwear includes skinny-ribs. skirts and cardigans, coats and pinafores. These show a leaning towards stripes, in jelly bean and more muted colours. The topstitched Texan cord shirt dresses and gauchos are really terribly grown up! An added shopping incentive is the bargain bin with its specials. SIMON & SARAH, 203 Papanui Road. Phone 557-511. SUB The hairdressing staff at the RITZ tell me that the cut and perm has been taken past the conventional banalties into the realm of high fashion. Longer hair is the look, layered and easily shaped for extra freedom. Styles to choose from include soft natural waves, big billowing caps of curls, and for the most zany there is the crimped look. These are all easily adaptable, so you can change your looks by the day as you so please. Hair must be in top condition; the stylists recommend clear henna conditioning treatment before I and after perming. There is a large selection of natural | hair colours to make your style look shiny and I vibrantly alive. The overall look is soft, free and easy. RITZ HAIR CO., 184 Papanui Road. Phone 519-268. FOR SPACE ENQUIRIES ABOUT THIS FORTNIGHTLY COLUMN PHONE 790940. Ext 842.