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The man who revolutionised the tapas culture down under

Nici Wickes talks to Frank Camorra about creating a tapas culture down under.

Fashion: The new look of luxury

The modern look of luxe combines tradition with daring eccentricity.

A stay at the luxurious Peninsula Hotel, Hong Kong

Hong Kong's Peninsula Hotel is guaranteed to put your holiday on a whole new fabulous level.

Making your marque: The rise of bespoke fashion

The trend for customisation and bespoke touches is gathering pace. From monogram mania to meaningful trinkets, this time it’s personal, says Rebecca Gonsalves.

Noelle McCarthy: Things a woman doesn't need by the time she turns 30

The notion of timeless style essentials is a joke - so you might as well have fun with it.

Manifesto: Luxury, best served rare

Nothing beats bespoke to ensure you’ll cut a stylish figure.

Janetta Mackay: Groundhog day

So many products, so little time, it's overload every time a consumer walks into a shop.

Luxuries, from little to lavish

Everyone needs a little decadence sometimes, or even just the right to dream. Here's a few indulgent ideas.

Viva's Looks of the Week

Cool looks from Glastonbury and more in our style round-up.

Noelle McCarthy: Loving Lorde

It's Lorde fever as she visits home to promote her new line for M.A.C.

This Much I Know: Vivienne Westwood

The 73-year-old designer and campaigner tells Candice Pires what drives her, the last time she cried and why she eats so much lettuce.

The Sophisticate: Fashion targets the Wild West trail

As a confirmed fan of all things Americana, Michal McKay shoots from the hip on frontier style.

Favourite Things: Mix98.2 radio host Mel Homer

The host of a new Auckland-only radio station treasures keepsakes from her family collected around the world.

Passion for paper: Top wallpaper trends right now

Designer drops both new and classic are elevating the humble wallpaper into must-have territory, writes Claire McCall.

Review: Pok Pok, K Rd

An unpretentious yet imaginative eatery evokes memories of Thailand for Nici Wickes.

Happy birthday Kate Sylvester!

Stacy Gregg recalls the humble beginnings of one of our most iconic labels - and its journey to the top of the industry.

Lorde: Style Queen

Viva's Janetta Mackay talks style and beauty with Lorde.

Sweet serenity at home with Penny Harwood

A light and clean colour palette, feminine furnishings and artistic touches have transformed Penny Harwood’s apartment into a haven of peace and calm, writes Claire McCall.