From mullets to brows: Inside the room that shaped 34 years of Shortland St style
Bronwyn Lewis, the head of hair and makeup for the long-running New Zealand soap opera Shortland Street, reflects on her 34-year career. The article discusses how the show maintains its aesthetic consistency while navigating changing fashion trends.
Why it matters
It provides a behind-the-scenes look at the longevity of cultural institutions and the role of creative departments in maintaining brand identity.
If you’re flipping through channels and could’ve sworn you saw a flash of blowout waves or something of a mullet - don’t worry, you didn’t just time travel.
The article is a human-interest feature piece with no political or controversial agenda.
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