Some of the country's leading fashion boutiques are playing fast and loose with the law on replacing or refunding damaged goods.

The grandfather of Spanish fashion, 81-year-old Elio Berhanyer, has become the latest victim of the country's ailing economy.

Big Day Out songbirds Bic Runga and Kody Nielson share their style secrets and their preference for keeping things simple.

Go with the flow this summer by embracing beachy hair.

A Muriwai-based company's panel mounting system is holding together an exhibit celebrating the fashion house's 125th anniversary.

Handmade bath and body company Lush will release chewable toothpaste tablets next year.

From Napier to New York, Nga Waiata's striking jewellery is making some waves.

These wearable winners are sure to please, writes Janetta Mackay.

Outrageous Fortune brought Westie bogan chic into our living rooms - now it's hitting the Auckland Museum in a new exhibition.

Children's toys and lipsticks are at the centre of an investigation which has found a toy that contains lead 314 times over the allowable limit.

Researchers claim to have found the first proof that getting a regular eight hours' sleep a night can make you appear more attractive.

A New Zealander and his US-born wife have won an international competition looking for the 'world's best couple'.

The finalists for next year's iD International Emerging Designer Awards have been announced.

The talents behind Viva magazine reveal what they want to give and receive this Christmas.

More and more NZ women say they would prefer to age gracefully and forgo a cosmetic surgery.

Survey finds only 10 per cent of outlets meet the voluntary criteria for safety.

When former bank executive Melissa Cheals was at home with a new baby, she began researching ideas for her own company.

Buyer beware: That's the expert advice for beachgoers wanting a quick fix to brighten their pearly whites for summer.

Making your own cosmetics is a gift idea you've still got time to pursue before Christmas - and it could change your life.

In this season of swimsuits and kaftans, feel good about exposing your body to summer.

She practically lives in opshops and runs her own vintage site. Viva talks to second-hand diva Kelly Barriball.

Five stylish women and the day-to-night essentials that will take them through the party season.

France's incendiary political and society soap opera came to a shuddering halt after three years yesterday.

The Next Top Model hair team share tricks of the trade you can use at home.

Check out the look of these latest celebrity scents.