Photos from New Zealand Fashion Week's Opening Ceremony and Moet Party.

Top Model contender Rosanagh Wypych is still in the running for this week's final despite posting pictures depicting alcohol use and what appears to be drugs on Facebook.

The event's managing director Pieter Stewart says Fashion Week needs more local and central government support to continue.

Photos from the Twentysevennames show and installation at Fashion Week 2011.

Photos from the Salasai show at Fashion Week 2011.

Photos from the Juliette Hogan show at Fashion Week 2011.

Photos from the Annah Stretton show at Fashion Week 2011.

Photos from the Starfish show at Fashion Week 2011.

Photos from the Blak Luxe show at Fashion Week 2011.

Photos from the COOP show at New Zealand Fashion Week 2011.

Our team will be live from Halsey Street all week, bringing you photos, videos and comment as the action unfolds.

The close knit family behind local label Sabatini kicked off NZ Fashion Week celebrations this morning with champagne and canapés at the Hilton's Bellini bar.

Photos from the Ingrid Starnes show at Fashion Week 2011.

Photos from the Sabatini show at the Hilton's Bellini Bar.

The models' first challenge back on home soil turns out to be the long-expected 'go see'.

Hair and makeup are also in the spotlight at Fashion Week.

First it was matchstick-thin models and anorexia. Now the fashion industry is copping flak over big women on the runway.

There is an art to creating the perfect Fashion Week invitation.

Hollywood star Elizabeth Taylor has been named the most photogenic celebrity of all time.

Opening night promises an eye-catching start to Fashion Week, writes Janetta Mackay.

Fashion designers have increasingly been employed to shape the look of a number of high-profile wine labels.

Cher never did it. Neither did Beyonce nor Britney.

The cup has inspired international designers to produce a fashion show at this year's Westfield Style Pasifika.

Viva gives you an exclusive preview of what five designers will be showcasing at New Zealand Fashion Week - and we find out the story behind each collection.

There's nothing wrong with dressing in a fun, exciting and colourful way - especially during Fashion Week.

As New Zealand prepares for its own Fashion Week, we take a look at what's being shown on the Australian runways at Fashion Festival Sydney.