Introducing your personal stylists

Whether you're simply updating a pair of your favourite jeans, looking to create a capsule wardrobe or hunting for that perfect outfit for the upcoming wedding season then we would LOVE to help you. 

Make your way to our spacious dressing rooms and let us be of service. 

It's what we do best. 

It's also quite a personal experience so let's get to know each other better. 

Maria

Maria took over as owner of Collective Design in 2026, turning her lifelong interests in fashion and homewares into a career.

She has an eye for aesthetics and a passion for people after years of working in the hospitality industry.

Never one to wait for a special occasion to wear something chic, she'll help you find whatever it is your wardrobe is missing.

Jo

Jo lives on her family farm in rural Southland.  She has four adult children and seven grandchildren.

Jo has an amazing eye for what will fit you.  She'll bring you pieces that you may have overlooked and will end up LOVING. 

Collette

Collette and her husband are dairy farmers from Riversdale.

They've got three adult children and two wee grandies.

She loves classic monochrome style and linens.

Nadine

Nadine has recently built a new house in Gore with her husband and three daughters & spaniel, Pip.

You'd sum Nadine's style up as classic comfort. Pairing black with statement pieces and loving signature footwear.