Eye Magazine
Eye Magazine has moved beyond its pages to create a luxury lifestyle community in New Zealand
There’s been a revival in the premium print and event industry recently and Vanessa Bennett, the founder and editor of Eye Magazine, sat down with Trudi Nelson to explain what that’s meant for her luxury lifestyle magazines and events.
Vanessa not only founded both Eye Magazine and Chinese Eye Magazine but also Panic PR which is responsible for creating the many social events surrounding both premium titles. Since Covid all their events have been sell outs thanks to people just wanting to get out and socialise!
With Eye Magazine turning 30-years old in 2026 Vanessa reminisces about how much has changed since the early 90’s. Back then there few just a few legacy retailers and New Zealand felt isolated in a far-off corner of the world. Today we’re a luxury destination and the connection to premium lifestyle brands is just a click
In an increasingly digital world people want to get out more than ever and connect with real human beings. That’s made the events Vanessa runs more popular than ever with her magazine titles becoming a welcome relief from staring at a screen.
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