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Getting lippy
New Zealand women have a reputation for individuality in most things, and that includes choosing lipstick shades.

Step out with elegance
Designer Amandine Barre says a relaxed feel to fashion is fine - as long as it's stylish.

Back in the red
Poppy King's brand Lipstick Queen has a cult following thanks to her wizardry with colour.

Trelise Cooper: Setting a scene
Trelise Cooper's latest venture is characteristically theatrical, writes Janetta Mackay

If the Choo fits...
Have $3000 to spare? Then meet Jimmy Choo, the world's most exclusive shoemaker and man with a plan for the future of couture footwear.

Daft as a brush
In the beginning there was the twig. Then some clever fellow added bristles and invented the perfect toothbrush. So why, wonders Greg Dixon, can't they just leave it be?

Now-girls: Auckland's hip young trailblazers
They're young, they're talented and they're unbelievably busy. Viva talks to six women who aren't content with just one creative career.

Northern light: Scandinavian style
Anouk Treutiger Mangan brings sophisticated Scandi style to our shores.

Newcomer aims to tear strips off wax business
Sugar-based hair removal product set to challenge $40 million waxing industry.

Don't beef up Keira's bust! UK politicians take aim at advertisers
Party calls for ban on airbrushing in materials aimed at under-16s.

Dressing to kill doesn't work
Skimpy tops and sexy stockings not suitable for work, says consultant.

Blow-by-blow
Bad hair day? The creative director of Serville's in Takapuna gives her blowdrying tips.

Anderson to star at Fashion Week
Former Baywatch actress will be at this year's NZ Fashion Week.