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Behind the scenes at Zambesi

As Zambesi toast three and a half decades of doing it their way in New Zealand fashion, we go behind the scenes to discover the secrets of the iconic label.

Autumn fashion's bold moves

Autumn's key looks give you room to truly express yourself: from strong colours and architectural shapes to feminine embellishments and seriously masculine details. <P> Photo / Babiche Martens. Stylist / Dan Ahwa. Model / Teresa Moore at 62 Models. Hair and makeup / Carolyn Haslett. Thanks to Modern Plastics.

The Feminine Mystique: Prada's Artpop moment

Prada sums up the mood of the season.

Bobbi Brown and L'Wren Scott's lilac collaboration

Two fashion names have come together on the beauty colour of the season, reports Janetta Mackay.

Talking beauty with L'Wren Scott

The very leggy model-turned-stylist-turned-designer talks about branching out into makeup in her new collaboration with Bobbi Brown.

Noelle McCarthy: There's something about Cate

Janetta Mackay: A question for Kate Sylvester

Janetta Mackay asks Kate Sylvester about the origins of the 'Janetta' jumper in her winter collection, the New York inspired 'Two Friends'.

Fashion festival hits the city

Ten intense days of events — including turning Queen St into a catwalk — will transform the Heart of the City into fashion central. Josie Steenhart finds out more.

Recipe: Raspberry and passionfruit marshmallow

Sweetness on Valentines day is essentail. So treat yourself to Angela Casley's delicious raspberry and passionfruit marshmellow.

Wine: In the grip of Pinot Gris

Wine drinkers are being seduced by the resurgence of Pinot Gris.

Yohji Yamamoto: The designer still has it

Rebecca Gonsalves meets influential designer Yohji Yamamoto who, at 70, remains devoted to fashion innovation.

Body + Balance: Totally devoted

Keeping active and inspired is essential for romance coach Angelique Meyer.

Favourite Things: Florist Lucy Houghton

A love of colour and texture ties together florist Lucy Houghton’s favourite pieces.

A dessert date at Milse

Milse dessert bar makes for a romantic Valentine's Day option.

Dining out with chef Pete Evans

Celebrity chefs Pete Evans and Gavin Baker are pairing up to dazzle diners, first in Queenstown, then in Hawkes Bay. We speak to Pete about the finer details.

Gareth Pugh to front NZ fashion conference

60 of the world's most influential fashion and textile designers will be presenting at Shapeshifting, a new conference to be held in Auckland.

Review: DeBretts Kitchen

Hotel DeBrett’s in-house restaurant is a hive of creativity, writes Nici Wickes.

Stylish ways to celebrate Valentine's Day

Our guide to fabulous and unusual ways to celebrate this Friday, whether you’re single or spoken for.