BusinessKiwi nous underpins Bvlgari exhibitionA Muriwai-based company's panel mounting system is holding together an exhibit celebrating the fashion house's 125th anniversary.19 Dec 04:30 PM
RetailToothpaste maker thinks outside tubeHandmade bath and body company Lush will release chewable toothpaste tablets next year.19 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Tinsel timeIt's not called the silly season for nothing, get decked out like a Christmas tree, writes Janetta Mackay.16 Dec 09:30 PM
LifestyleFashion Plate: Georgina RobertsonFormer expat Georgina Robertson has brought the fashion influences of France and England home with her to New Zealand.16 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleA definite ring to itFrom Napier to New York, Nga Waiata's striking jewellery is making some waves.16 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Perfectly palette-ableThese wearable winners are sure to please, writes Janetta Mackay.15 Dec 10:00 PM
EntertainmentWays of the Wests: <i>Outrageous Fortune</i> the exhibition<i>Outrageous Fortune</i> brought Westie bogan chic into our living rooms - now it's hitting the Auckland Museum in a new exhibition.15 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandHigh heavy metal levels in toys, lipsticksChildren's toys and lipsticks are at the centre of an investigation which has found a toy that contains lead 314 times over the allowable limit.15 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleScientists find there is such a thing as beauty sleepResearchers claim to have found the first proof that getting a regular eight hours' sleep a night can make you appear more attractive.15 Dec 12:32 AM
LifestyleKiwi couple win $1 million diamond ringA New Zealander and his US-born wife have won an international competition looking for the 'world's best couple'.14 Dec 09:56 PM
LifestyleEmerging designers in the spotlightThe finalists for next year's iD International Emerging Designer Awards have been announced.14 Dec 08:24 PM
LifestyleAll we want for Christmas...The talents behind <i>Viva</I> magazine reveal what they want to give and receive this Christmas.14 Dec 07:20 PM
LifestyleThe Italian rogueWith her infectious cackle and outrageous dress sense, Anna Dello Russo - influential blogger, editor-at-large, street-style icon - is putting the fun back into dressing up, and gathering a huge following in the process.14 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleRetail therapy: Tools of the tradeCloud Nine has a great Christmas deal on its groundbreaking The O induction pod for heated rollers.14 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestylePlastic surgery not for us, say Kiwi womenMore and more NZ women say they would prefer to age gracefully and forgo a cosmetic surgery.13 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandSurvey finds sunbed regulation not workingSurvey finds only 10 per cent of outlets meet the voluntary criteria for safety.13 Dec 12:40 AM
Small Business<i>Your Business:</i> Eureka moment happened at homeWhen former bank executive Melissa Cheals was at home with a new baby, she began researching ideas for her own company.12 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandPay the price for pearly whitesBuyer beware: That's the expert advice for beachgoers wanting a quick fix to brighten their pearly whites for summer.11 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleThe sweet smell of home-made soap (+soap and lotion recipes)Making your own cosmetics is a gift idea you've still got time to pursue before Christmas - and it could change your life.10 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Dare to bareIn this season of swimsuits and kaftans, feel good about exposing your body to summer.08 Dec 11:00 PM
LifestyleFashion Plate: Kelly BarriballShe practically lives in opshops and runs her own vintage site. <i>Viva</i> talks to second-hand diva Kelly Barriball.08 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleStyle doyennesFive stylish women and the day-to-night essentials that will take them through the party season.07 Dec 04:30 PM
WorldSarkozy spared more scandal as L'Oreal feud is resolvedFrance's incendiary political and society soap opera came to a shuddering halt after three years yesterday.07 Dec 12:49 AM
LifestyleBeauty: Make like a modelThe <i>Next Top Model</i> hair team share tricks of the trade you can use at home.05 Dec 09:00 PM
OpinionWendyl Nissen<i>Wendyl Nissen</i>: One woman's trash...It's not often I let my husband fly solo, but when it came to the garage sale, it was the only way to go.04 Dec 04:30 PM
EntertainmentSuper-thin Ann takes model titleThe winner of <i>America's Next Top Model</i>, Ann Ward, is so thin that a judge managed to fit both hands around her waist.04 Dec 04:30 PM
LifestyleBudget beautiesThere's no need to spend up large at a time when it pays to experiment.02 Dec 09:00 PM
LifestyleFashion Plate: Lili SumnerShe may only be 16, but Lili Sumner's tastes are all grown up.02 Dec 04:30 PM
