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Man with the golden touch

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.

Viva Hit List 19/6

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

How to transform your little black dress

All it takes to transform your little black dress is some glamorous grooming.

The man behind M.A.C

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

New Kiwi skincare serum taking on the world

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

Beauty: Evolve your look through the ages

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

Photos: Street style at Salasai

The hip crowd at the off-site installation at Ponsonby Central.

The hippest guys in hospo

From crisp smocks to a slick of red lippy, waitstaff at Auckland's hippest joints are serving up a side order of style.

Beauty: The good oils

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

Viva Hit List 22/5

A handpicked selection of what's new in fashion, food and beauty right now. See this week's issue of <i>Viva</i> for more.

The power of punk on fashion

When punk emerged from the music scenes of New York and London its influence was felt in many walks of life, but few more so than fashion. The latest exhibition at New York's Metropolitan Museum looks at how the movement took designers in new directions.

Beauty: Perfecting punk

Draw on the punk attitude with clever repurposed products for face painting.

Benefit finally lands in NZ

The women behind a fun new-to-New Zealand beauty brand are a close-knit family foursome.

Viva Hit List 15/5

A handpicked selection of what's new in fashion, food and beauty right now. See this week's issue of <i>Viva</i> for more.

Something different for mum

Roses and chocolates are always popular presents, but try a twist on tradition with indulgent gifts that won't wilt in the vase or weigh the recipient down.

Day three: Runway highlights

See the looks on the runway from the final day of NZ Fashion Week, including every look at Salasai.

NZ Fashion Week: Street style at Trelise Cooper

The crowd at the Trelise Cooper show.

Older women challenge textbook beauty

Older women are challenging popular opinion on beauty and leading the charge is supermodel Carmen Dell'Orefice.