A dark rock ’n’ roll sensibility provides a refreshing twist in a season of predictable floral prints and saccharine pastels. Because let’s face it, spring isn’t just for those who want to play it safe.

Sudanese model Ataui Deng, 22, has been found alive in a New York City hospital two weeks after going missing.

Executives at cosmetics giant Elizabeth Arden have blamed poor sales of Justin Bieber and Taylor Swift’s fragrances for a huge slump in profits.

It is a French woman's duty to wear a bikini on a beach, says the former minister for families, Nadine Morano.

Women in China have crafted an odd garment to save them from sun's powerful UV rays - and it's starting to catch on.

Aussie beauty Miranda Kerr is the equal third most highly paid model in the world, according to Forbes. View the full list and gallery.

"I carried the paranoia [of being found out] with me every day," says 30-year-old New York-based model Geena Rocero.

Forbes' list of the top highest earning models.

Despite the cold weather, the fashion season has changed and Spring/Summer collections are arriving in store now.

There's an ancient allure to gold. The array of gold watch options available right now only reinforces the mantra: if in doubt, keep it classic.

The Hollywood elite spend much of their lives trying to look fabulous in front of the camera, so it comes as no surprise that there are a few tips and tricks they call upon to keep themselves looking like the millions of dollars they rake in.

Girls as young as 12 are afraid to leave home without wearing a full face of make-up, new research has revealed.

A woman's hair began falling out and her scalp developed scabs after her hair was coloured and straightened at a home salon.

Look sharp in graphic black and white.

Despite the bright blocks and pastel hues arriving with the first spring deliveries, there's no denying the power coupling of classic black and white. That yin-yang combination works better this season, with sharper prints. Even the fabrics are more luxe.

The humble Kiwi jandal, known as flip flops to the rest of the world, could be the hippest thing to flash on your feet this spring.

Lingerie to purr for, says Leigh Matheson.

Step aside, Suzi Quattro. The jumpsuit gets a classy makeover.

Dozens of complaints about poor hygiene and dangerous practices have presented an alarming picture of Auckland's beauty industry.

Step aside, Suzi Quattro. The jumpsuit gets a classy makeover.

Burlesque star Dita Von Teese is launching her own maternity lingerie line.

Members of a Les Mills gym have been told they can only wear certain brands of clothing if they plan to stand near the front of some fitness classes, because they were being filmed.

She wove a stylish thread through NZ history. Now, the sartorial contributions of trail-blazing politician Whetu Tirikatene-Sullivan will go on show.

New season, new colours. Take a foolhardy approach to this season’s bright fun things.

Colour blocking is trickling its way into spring/summer collections and, while winter focused on mixing block pastels and brilliant hues with subdued tones, now its about embracing brights with gusto. After all, who said minimalism was restricted to neutrals?