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Are your clothes made to fall apart?
Fashion experts call it "planned obsolescence" - a sneaky trick where garments are designed to wear out, forcing consumers to buy more.

Model poses naked for Vogue magazine
One of fashion's "it" models of the moment, Bella Hadid says she's #freeingthenipple in her racy new Vogue shoot.

Model calls this a wedding dress, do you agree?
Isabeli Fontana's unconventional gown features a cream bandeau bikini, and plenty of skin.

Fashion: Escape the cold in style
With the mercury plummeting, it's the perfect time to take a break and head for sunnier shores. Think easy-to-wear dresses and effortlessly chic separates for a stylish mid-winter getaway.

Fashion: Earth bound
Colours and motifs courtesy of Mother Nature inspire an easy, low-maintenance approach to dressing between seasons.

Back to beauty school: Gel moisturisers
Gel moisturisers have lurked forlornly in the problem skin category for years. But no more!

These shoes are worse for your feet than heels
We're told that heels wreak havoc on our feet, but a physio says certain types of heeled shoes can be better for you than flats.

Civil war escapee becomes model citizen
An 18-year-old Rwandan who came to New Zealand as a refugee following civil war and genocide is among models vying for a position at Fashion Week.

Fashion through the eras
Spring collections have arrived, referencing a multitude of bygone eras - from the romance of the Edwardian age to the free-spirited 70s.

Stylish mums and family flair
Tracey Strange talks to three mother and daughter duos about their sense of style.

Model attacked for being too fat and too thin
Size 14 model Ashley Graham has penned a powerful letter to her critics.

Why is this model asking for money?
Talk about the cheek of it - an amateur model is raising money so she can pose full time.

Kiwi voted 'World's hottest woman' shares insecurites
Despite being hailed as the hottest woman on the planet, model Stella Maxwell vividly remembers her days as a self-conscious teen.

Why is McDonald's making activewear?
Featuring hotcakes and McMuffins on the fabric's print, is this the perfect outfit to eat all-day breakfast in?

Is Sophie the most gorgeous royal?
What on earth is the Countess of Wessex's secret? At 51, she looks sleeker, more glamorous and more youthful than she has done for more than a decade.

What is 'co-washing' and should you be doing it?
Short for "conditioner-only washing" these hybrid hair cleansers are particularly good for coarse and curly hair. The non-lathering

Steal her style: Pippa Middleton
Here's how to steal Pippa's style for a fraction of the price.

Artists take on Zara clothing chain
A website has been created that lets buyers purchase original works directly from artists, amid claims Zara has copied their designs.

Jockey's new ambassador: Who is it?
Blonde hair, tanned skin, broad shoulders - just who is the new celebrity ambassador for Jockey Women?

Pippa's engagement ring revealed
Following her engagement to James Matthews, the Duchess of Cambridge's sister has stepped out flashing her impressive new rock.

High-shine fabrics - anytime, anywhere
Light-reflecting fabrics infused with metallic threads or shimmering paillettes - what better way to stand out at after-five events?

Why you should be pre-cleansing
It may seem like a faff, but many beauty experts swear by the benefits of pre-cleansing.

Star paid nearly $1 million for selfies
How Kim Kardashian West rakes it in for a few snaps at a party.

Melania Trump's 'wedding' dress sells out after speech
After Melania Trump took to the stage at the Republican National Convention, it wasn't just her speech that had people talking.

Crocodile battle heads to the Supreme Court
A battle between two fashion labels over which one can lay claim to a crocodile trademark in New Zealand is heading to the Supreme

Outrage over kids' sexist t-shirts
A range of t-shirts for young boys has sparked outrage over their sexist slogans.

Are you too old for skinny jeans?
Prepare to get irritated... a poll has revealed what ages people start judging you for still wearing skinny jeans and having long hair.