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The Hobbit beauty inspirations
The experts reveal the beauty routines that go in to creating the magical looks for the cast of the The Hobbit.
Q & A with Marc Jacobs
Renowned for his collaborations with leading artists, Louis Vuitton designer Marc Jacobs teams up with Daniel Buren for its spring/summer 2013 collection.
Saving the planet, one ingredient at a time
Kiwi-born Melbourne-based chef Ben Shewry, author of a new cookbook, impresses with his food philosophy.
Dior's timely elegance
Dior echoes the dressmaker's toile in the latest incarnation of its VIII watch.
Chilling out: Soups for summer (+recipes)
Perfect for summer, chilled soups can suit any occasion.
Keeping it real key to Fresh Concept
A selection of public and private items make up the treasures of Fresh Concept director Simon van Pragg.
Pig out: Nose-to-tail eating
Leading British chef Fergus Henderson is the man at the centre of the nose-to-tail culinary revolution.
Moves like Georgia May Jagger
With a model mother and rock star father, Georgia May Jagger was destined for the limelight.
Sussing out sunscreen
Protect yourself this summer with sunscreens that boast added benefits.
Crafting Karen Walker's coveted diamonds
Viva visits a secret location in Auckland where precious gems and gold ingots are transformed into beautiful jewellery.
Hangover cures from Kiwi party animals
The party's over, now it's the morning after. We ask some social butterflies how they cope with over-indulgence and late nights during the social season.
Style statements for summer hair
Colour and texture interplay for party and holiday season hair.
A sparkling way to celebrate the festivities
Champagne and other sparklers are an essential over the festive season. We look for the best available.
For the love of France
Homewares buyer Sonia Watts' aesthetics sway towards the Gallic. Viva takes a look at some of her treasures.
Party season: Rituals of getting dressed up
Three stylish women talk about the rites and rituals of getting dressed up for the party season ahead.
Antoine's owner to be honoured at Taste festival
Hospitality veteran Tony Astle and his restaurant Antoine's will be honoured at a special Taste celebration.
Taste of Auckland: To market, to market
The Producer's Market at Taste is the chance to discover exciting new flavours and ideas.
Meet the chefs from Taste of Auckland
We get the lowdown on favourite foods, kitchen gadgets and dinner guests.
Beauty: Get ready for your close-up
Anything but invisible, this enduring look is about subtle sophisticated glamour.
Taste of Auckland: The masterclasses
If watching others at work just isn't quite enough, Taste has you covered with their incredible series of masterclasses in the delicious essentials of whisky, cocktails and coffee.
Crisci the 'cool uncle' at Taste of Auckland
Restaurant owners Antonio Crisci and his nephew Sergio Maglione talk about nurturing Italian cuisine in New Zealand, ahead of their joint effort at Taste of Auckland.
Want an interesting life? Wear impressive clothes - Vivienne Westwood
"You have a more interesting life if you wear impressive clothes." - Vivienne Westwood