A fashion co-op that spreads the risk between designers gives brands back their confidence.

Custodian of the house of Chanel for 30 years, Karl Lagerfeld didn't get where he is by playing it safe, avoiding controversy - or being punctual.

A new bar is making the most of backlash it copped from ladies after posting a dress code that demanded women "must have heels."

A handpicked edit of the best in beauty right now – see this week's issue of Viva for more.

Brazilian model Gisele Bundchen has unveiled her new line of lingerie in Sao Paulo, with its seductively vibrant colours, delicate lace, transparencies and a wink at eroticism.

A 25-year-old beauty from Connecticut has won the title of Miss USA in Las Vegas. Check out all the pictures from this year's event. The Miss Universe competition will be held on November 9 in Moscow.

She's one of the most photographed, talked about and in demand models of the moment, and at 5ft 9in tall, she is well above average height for a UK woman, but Cara Delevingne's career suffered an early knockback when she was dubbed a dwarf.

M.A.C's main makeup man Gordon Espinet is a driving force behind the brand's global success.

A ground-breaking New Zealand skincare company is vying for attention on the world stage with its anti-ageing serum.

Alexa Chung says her highly-anticipated style book featuring her inspirations and musings will be called It.

No matter your age or stage, evolve your beauty look with our expert guide.

Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli will lift the lid on his life when he releases his autobiography later this year.

One of the stars of Karen Walker's eyewear campaign talks about her luxury skincare line, now available in New Zealand.

Killer heels may cause crippling damage for some long-term wearers but that isn't deterring Kiwi women - and there may be an upside, says a foot expert.

He showers her with attention and pays for two personal maids to provide 24-hour care for her at his mansion in Paris. Now Karl Lagerfeld has claimed that he would marry his pet cat if he could.

Photos from the 2013 CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) Awards.

After one hour, six minutes and 48 seconds heels start to hurt, a survey found. But for a delicate 20 per cent, dancing shoes start to pinch after just ten minutes.

Rebelling against the age of austerity, Alexander McQueen turned to the embellished excess of England's Elizabeth I. Held in the marble interiors of Paris' Opera Comique, this show was an intimate presentation owing to designer Sarah Burton's maternity leave, with just 10 looks. But when it's delivered with the fastidious density of Alexander McQueen, 10 creations are more than enough to have an impact.

A handpicked selection of what’s new in fashion, food and beauty right now. See this week’s issue of Viva for more.

Big hair, big eyes, youth, glamour and sex: it's easy to see why fashion continues to be fascinated by the look of the 1960s and 70s.

She may be rock royalty, but Georgia May Jagger is surprisingly grounded — and even admits to being nervous on the catwalk. Rebecca Gonsalves meets her.

Taylor Swift says her new fragrance makes anything look "classic and chic".

There are girls - and women - out there shivering, with numb toes and goosebumped arms. What should they be wrapping themselves up in this season?