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Fashion: Clean, neutral palette
If in doubt, a clean and neutral palette is a reliable fall-back.
David Jones coming to NZ
In more news that will delight the local style set, New Zealand will get its own version of popular Australian department store David Jones, it was confirmed today.
Gisele wore burqua for secret surgery
Former supermodel tried to hide from paparazzi for visit to plastic surgery clinic. It didn't work.
Viral 'thigh reading' is the new palm reading
Women are sharing pictures of stretch marks and scars on their thighs as part of the latest trend to celebrate body positivity on social media.
Zara is coming to New Zealand
Great news for the New Zealand fashion scene, popular Spanish chain store, Zara, will be hanging on our racks for the first time this weekend.
How mannequins are destroying women
From the the depths of an eating disorder, even the most harmless image, comment or interaction could trigger waves of self loathing and insecurity, writes Emma Gleason.
The skinny mannequins looming over Queen Street
Two blocks of Auckland's downtown Queen Street are lined with women's retail stores- their faceless mannequins looming over shoppers as they bustle by.
'Ridiculous' mannequins cut
Popular fashion brand Topshop has agreed to scrap unrealistically tall and skinny mannequins after a social media complaint went viral in the UK.
In today's Viva: For the kids
Viva managing editor Amanda Linnell shares highlights from today's Viva magazine. Follow her hyperlinks below and be informed and inspired at viva.co.nz.
Girls post bikini pictures of support online
Twitter photos show support for a young woman who was beaten up by a gang of girls as she sunbathed in a park wearing a bikini.
Why on earth are Lululemon making beer?
"Just because you're a yogi, doesn't mean you won't have an occasion for beer, and we're certainly interested in talking to that crowd."
J-Lo shows off killer curves
She was celebrating her 46th birthday - and like any self-respecting pop star, Jennifer Lopez made sure she was going to be noticed.
Woman who lost 85kg hits back at haters
An Auckland woman who posted photos of her remarkable weight loss on Instagram has hit back at commenters accusing her of "faking" it.
Pride (and face) of a nation
21-year-old Miss Samoa advises to 'dare to be you' as she gets ready for the Miss World contest in China.
Rita Ora's sexy lingerie role
Pop star Rita Ora has been named the new face and body of sexy Italian lingerie brand Tezenis.
'Pee in the shower, ladies' says Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltrow has advised women to pee in the shower.
Fashion: Resort-inspired styling
Prepare for new season deliveries with an adventurous spirit.
Chuck Taylors get a comfortable revamp
An upgrade in the Chuck II comes with technology imported for the first time from corporate parent Nike.
Good-looking boys 'make fathers more attractive' - research
Men who have good-looking sons are themselves considered to be better-looking by women, according to a study.
Have you spotted 'sexpot' Eva Longoria?
Wine-lover and Hollywood star Eva Longoria has spent the day at Waiheke Island vineyards.
Sexy incontinence knickers?
"We wanted to create lingerie that was fashionable and sexy, as well as functional, and which genuinely helped people and restored their confidence."
Prince George's ten cutest outfits
To celebrate the 2nd birthday of Prince George today we have picked the ten cutest outfits seen on the future king.
Fashion: A colourful winter wonderland
Multicoloured prints are the new black to cheer up winter.
Curvy women 'more prone to pain'
Curvaceous women are more sensitive to pain than others, scientists believe. They said this vulnerability makes them even more attractive to men.
Dior vs Dior battle out of fashion
"Dior is too big an empire to take on." An Aucklander surnamed Dior has given up his fight with fashion giant Dior and changed the name of his business.
Lily Allen hires new personal trainer - for her face
The 30-year-old star has been training at a specialist gym where clients are put through punishing regimes that act like a "natural Botox" to fight off ageing.
Male plastic surgery a growing trend
Botox, facelifts and implants are no longer just for women. Alan Perrott looks at the growing trend of male cosmetic surgery.