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A priceless chance to buy Liz Taylor's jewels
Christie's has announced plans for a series of auctions featuring some of the late actress' belongings.

Designer adds celebrity touch to Massey campaign
Fashion designer Kate Sylvester will today receive an honorary doctorate from Massey.

Surf lifesaving: Traditional cap under threat in Oz
The red and yellow cap worn by surf lifesavers has been a familiar sight on Australian beaches for more than 70 years.

<i>Gill South</i>: Figuring out your style
Getting the once-over from an appearance expert gives Gill South the confidence to put her best foot forward.

Australian designers nab top accolades at Dunedin's iD awards
A strong, albeit much more commercial line up of winners triumphed at last night's iD International Emerging Designer Awards in Dunedin.

Dunedin's iD International Emerging Designer Awards (Warning: Some nudity)
Emerging designers from around the world were chosen to display their collections at the awards, which are held as part of the annual id Dunedin Fashion Week.

Beauty: The new short back and sides
It's back to the future for men's hair this winter, with cropped back and sides teamed with versatile longer lengths on top. This allows hair to be styled back slickly or worn more casually tousled.

Kings of style
The new editor of MrPorter.com lists his favourite male fashion icons of all time.

Retail therapy: Men with style
Viva visited the fantastic Man Style exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGC) recently, and spotted two local designers representing New Zealand menswear.

Pixie cut charms hairdressing judges
Armed with scissors and brushes, the country's top hair stylists battled it out at the Colour Trophy Awards in Auckland on Saturday night.

NZ Fashion Festival: Remix show
Photos from the Remix show at NZ Fashion Festival 2011, which featured designs by Huffer, Matchi Motchi, Zambesi Man, Ricochet, Bendon, Workshop, Tigerlily and Barkers.

Beauty: Spoil yourself with oil
These botanical beauty treats moisturise and promise much more, writes Janetta Mackay.

NZ Fashion Festival: Cleo show
Photos from the Cleo show at NZ Fashion Festival 2011, which featured designs by Celine Rita, Hailwood, Kimberleys, Claire Barker, Michelle Yvette, Sable & Minx, Doosh and Brady.

NZ Fashion Festival: Viva show
Photos from the Viva Show at NZ Fashion Festival 2011, which featured designs by Trelise Cooper, Yvonne Bennetti, Juliette Hogan, tkstore, Andrea Moore, Max, Vanilla Ink.

Fashion Plate: Ruth Garden
Ruth Garden's Parnell boutique reflects her vintage-inspired style.

Oral health certificate recommended before teeth whitening
People should get an oral health certificate from their dentist or dental specialist before getting their teeth whitened, the Health and Disability Commissioner says.

Bridal 'king' gets royal dress call-up
Bronagh Key has chosen a top bridal designer to design her outfit for the Royal Wedding on April 29 - a decision that has raised eyebrows.

Beauty cosmetics: Your Top 10 Products
Before you consider a facelift, buy these makeup musts first, say beauty writers Josephine Fairley & Sarah Stacey.

The Moss factor
Smoking on the catwalk has only added to the allure of a woman who has kept her mystery while being one of the world's best-known faces.

Fashion Plate: Emilie Pullar
Fashion designer Emilie Pullar just loves layering. So much so she's looked to Egyptian mummies for design inspiration.

The power of Anna Wintour
In fashion circles and beyond — in the worlds of business, politics and entertainment — she's just Anna, a worthy peer to Oprah and Martha.

Play on, Paris
When the going gets tough, the tough get going at Paris Fashion Week. In a season dogged by intrigue, this could be a mantra, on the catwalk and beyond.