Potions to soothe the soul.

A good natural lipstick is hard to find, especially in bolder shades, so the arrival of the Aroha collection from Antipodes will please those looking for a rich red.

Arriving in store tomorrow is this new, limited edition Missoni for Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sneaker ($250).

A look at Kanye West's spring-summer 2012 ready-to-wear collection, as shown at Paris Fashion Week.

The first John Galliano ready-to-wear collection under the label's new creative director had none of the outrageous excess that was the heart and soul of the brand.

The art of applying mascara is given an extensive comb-over with simple tips and tricks for getting the perfect wide-eyed look.

Cybele boutique manager Melissa Ly has a penchant for interesting design. Viva finds out what else she likes.

The rumour mill has gone into overdrive over who will be taking creative control of two of French fashion's biggest names.

Auckland's elite fashion street is host to a celebration style.

Meet a talented Aucklander who is building a career as an international perfumer.

We talk to the designer behind burgeoning label Penny Sage.

Who's best in black? Viva is pleased to announce the winners of the New Zealand Fashion Museum's Best in Black competition, selected from visitors at the Black in Fashion exhibition.

Fans of all things Chanel - or those who want to see how to spend a big-time design and marketing budget - should check out the latest Chanel Makeup Confidential digital magazine.

Here are some fashion moments close to home that changed the local industry.

Sofia Vergara thinks every woman will feel "comfortable and sexy" in her clothes.

Vogue editor Anna Wintour is reportedly campaigning to snag the Duchess of Cambridge for the cover of her fashion bible.

Hollywood star Elizabeth Taylor's fans are being given a chance to see her extraordinary collection of jewellery, art and fashion.

Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana made the surprise announcement yesterday that they would be closing their D&G line.

Gucci has been accused of throwing London Fashion Week into disarray by requesting models fly to Milan early for fittings.

The British soccer star has claimed that he loves to wear the unfashionable underwear and has decided to start his own range.

Soothe your post-winter skin with creams that protect against the elements.

Perhaps not unusually for a dancer, Kelly Nash has a weakness for shoes.

Natali Germanotta wouldn't dare to wear some of her sister Lady Gaga's attire.

Milan Fashion Week opened yesterday with a show of strength and sparkle from an international mega-brand steeped in history.

Dermatology experts share their insights and one warns that natural isn't always nice.

Glenda Bailey has transformed America's Harper's Bazaar by persuading A-list celebrities to take part in outrageous photo shoots.

They have always been linked but the fashion world is increasingly looking to the art world for inspiration.

Viva is delighted to announce "First Light - Fashion's Night Out" on Friday September 30, the first event in a year-long schedule of activities planned by the High Street Guild.