Viva celebrates the life and work of Britain's most imaginative - and imitated - designer, Vivienne Westwood.

The annual Dunedin Fashion Week continues to stimulate and inspire.

The way we shop is changing, and the web is to blame, writes Zoe Walker.

Christie's has announced plans for a series of auctions featuring some of the late actress' belongings.

The red and yellow cap worn by surf lifesavers has been a familiar sight on Australian beaches for more than 70 years.

Fashion designer Kate Sylvester will today receive an honorary doctorate from Massey.

Getting the once-over from an appearance expert gives Gill South the confidence to put her best foot forward.

A strong, albeit much more commercial line up of winners triumphed at last night's iD International Emerging Designer Awards in Dunedin.

Men are increasingly coming around to the idea of skincare.

You can put your own personality into formal wear, writes Lee Holmes.

Zambesi's head designer took inspiration from Berlin for the new menswear collection.

The new editor of MrPorter.com lists his favourite male fashion icons of all time.

Viva visited the fantastic Man Style exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGC) recently, and spotted two local designers representing New Zealand menswear.

Armed with scissors and brushes, the country's top hair stylists battled it out at the Colour Trophy Awards in Auckland on Saturday night.

Photos from the Remix show at NZ Fashion Festival 2011, which featured designs by Huffer, Matchi Motchi, Zambesi Man, Ricochet, Bendon, Workshop, Tigerlily and Barkers.

These botanical beauty treats moisturise and promise much more, writes Janetta Mackay.

Ruth Garden's Parnell boutique reflects her vintage-inspired style.

The long and successful career of accomplished New Zealand designer Annie Bonza will be celebrated at Auckland's Bridal Fashion Week.

People should get an oral health certificate from their dentist or dental specialist before getting their teeth whitened, the Health and Disability Commissioner says.

Bronagh Key has chosen a top bridal designer to design her outfit for the Royal Wedding on April 29 - a decision that has raised eyebrows.

Cosmetic surgery is finding a new audience among senior citizens.

Before you consider a facelift, buy these makeup musts first, say beauty writers Josephine Fairley & Sarah Stacey.

Smoking on the catwalk has only added to the allure of a woman who has kept her mystery while being one of the world's best-known faces.

Fashion designer Emilie Pullar just loves layering. So much so she's looked to Egyptian mummies for design inspiration.