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    • July 21, 2025

    Step Into the Archive: Standard Issue Comes to The Crossing

    Event Overview

    • Occasion: Standard Issue Archive Sale
    • Location: Kettlewell Lane, The Crossing, Christchurch
    • Dates: Monday 28 July – Sunday 3 August 2025
    • Opening Hours: 9:30am – 5:30pm daily
    • Admission: Complimentary, no registration required

     

    Discover Timeless Knitwear at Exceptional Prices

    Step off the bustling streets of Christchurch’s city centre and into Kettlewell Lane at The Crossing, where considered craftsmanship meets understated style. From Monday 28 July, Standard Issue brings their highly anticipated Archive Sale to The Crossing for a limited time only.

    This special in-person event offers a rare opportunity to explore garments from past collections, thoughtfully stored, lovingly crafted, and ready to be rediscovered. Whether you’re new to the brand or a long-standing admirer, the Archive Sale invites you to browse a curated selection of knitwear essentials designed with longevity and simplicity in mind.

    Each piece reflects Standard Issue’s enduring commitment to quality, sustainability, and timeless design. Their knitwear is slow-crafted in Aotearoa using only natural, renewable or recycled fibres. With a focus on circular fashion and minimal waste, every garment tells a story, both of its origins and of the values that shaped it.

    Expect to find beautifully made styles that transcend seasons – from layering staples to statement silhouettes – all offered at exceptional prices. With limited runs and unique pieces on offer, this is an event not to be missed by those who value thoughtful design and enduring wear.

    The Archive Sale will take place in one of The Crossing’s most atmospheric laneways. Kettlewell Lane, named in honour of Carter Group’s founding family, sits at the heart of a retail precinct rich in history and architectural detail. With heritage facades, modern interiors, and a curated selection of local and international brands, The Crossing offers a relaxed, boutique-style shopping experience.

    While you’re here, take time to explore the wider precinct, indulge in a coffee, browse fashion and lifestyle offerings, or pause in one of the open-air laneways that make The Crossing a distinctive part of Christchurch’s inner city.

    Mark your calendar and don’t miss this opportunity to shop timeless knitwear in one of Christchurch’s most stylish destinations.

     

    FAQs

    • What is an archive sale? An archive sale is a limited-time event where a brand offers past-season garments at special prices. These items are usually unavailable in regular stores.
    • Are the garments new or pre-worn? All pieces are new and unworn, drawn from Standard Issue’s archive of past collections.
    • Do I need to book or register? No – the Archive Sale is open to the public. Simply come along during opening hours.
    • Is everything discounted? Yes, items from past collections will be available at reduced prices. Discounts vary by item.
    • Where can I park? The Crossing offers onsite parking with access from Lichfield Street.
    • What else can I do at The Crossing? Enjoy boutique shopping, cafes, restaurants, and lifestyle experiences – all in a uniquely designed central city space.