LifestyleFashion Plate: Gypsy KautaActress Gypsy Kauta often goes back to the past to make her wardrobe exude a timeless quality. <i>Viva</i> finds out more.19 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleGoing to great lengths in fashionWhen it comes to the current fashion for hemlines, the longer they are, the better.19 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleBeauty news: Beat the heatWomen in Asia contend with hot, humid weather for months at a time, and though many concentrate their beauty efforts on skincare, I do wonder how those who wear makeup stop it from sliding off.19 Jul 05:30 PM
Lifestyle<i>Le Garde-Manger</i>, Auckland CBDSome faux pas can be overlooked when French romance sets in, says Nici Wickes.15 Jul 12:00 AM
LifestyleWine: Cultural exchangeWe have learned much from French winemakers - now it's time to give back.14 Jul 05:30 PM
TravelFrance: Foodie findsCelia Canning takes us off the tourist track and shares the insider's guide to Paris' gourmand secrets.14 Jul 12:00 AM
LifestyleJohn Stephens' favourite thingsAntique store owner John Stephens makes regular trips to France to hunt out treasures.13 Jul 11:00 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Heavy metalHere are four French fragrances worth sniffing out, writes Janetta Mackay.13 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleChristian Dior: Carry on coutureLife after Galliano begins - but Dior still knows how to put on a show.13 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestylePret a manger (+recipes)Celebrate Bastille Day by cooking up a French-inspired meal. Bon appetit!13 Jul 04:00 AM
LifestyleRuling the roost with a simple French dishOur intrepid foodie finds a perfect rendition of peasant cuisine, coq qu vin, in a tiny village in southern France.13 Jul 12:00 AM
LifestyleChris Price in FranceWellington poet and creative non-fiction writer, Chris Price, found the dream of living in the south of France becoming a beautiful reality.12 Jul 08:45 PM
LifestyleNice work if you can get it in FranceThree Kiwi Francophiles share what it's like to get past France's tourist veneer.12 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleBeauty briefs: Say ouiInnovative French cosmetics line By Terry proved popular in Mecca Cosmetica's recent Beauty Election in which customers and staff voted for their pick of products sold across Mecca's Australasian stores. 12 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleRetail therapy: Whatever makes you happyIt hasn't been proven, but we think you would find it difficult to be unhappy in these new socks by Karen Walker.12 Jul 05:00 PM
LifestyleHanding out the love (+recipes)Having someone in your life who has imparted their knowledge and passion for food is worth celebrating.08 Jul 12:00 AM
Lifestyle<i>Dos Amigos Cantina</i>, Mission BayDos Amigos promises a spicy night out but expectations are diluted by some lukewarm renditions of Mexican food.08 Jul 12:00 AM
LifestyleEmma Hayes' favourite thingsThe designs of artist Emma Hayes are hot property for textile and fashion fans.07 Jul 10:00 PM
LifestyleJane Shepherdson: London's style makerJane Shepherdson changed the way women shop and has been dubbed the most important person in fashion.07 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Sweet as honeyToo good just for toast, slather honey on your skin, writes Janetta Mackay.07 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleWine: Where there's smokeBushfires are causing a headache for Australian winemakers.06 Jul 10:00 PM
KahuFashion Plate: Taupunakohe TockerTV presenter Taupunakohe Tocker is a confident dresser who always has more room in her wardrobe for shoes.06 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandWardrobe hell: what to wear to workWorkwear need not mean a shirt and pencil skirt. We look at how to make a personal style statement while staying professional.06 Jul 05:30 PM
LifestyleBeauty: Uncommon scentsUnisex fragrances challenge the notion that men and women should smell a certain way.06 Jul 05:30 PM
