Dan Ahwa, Creative and Fashion Director of Viva Magazine and the style editor for Canvas magazine, specialises in premium magazine features across fashion, design, arts and culture.
Specialising in premium magazine features across fashion, design, arts and culture, Dan Ahwa's work combines both writing and visual storytelling, producing photoshoots and helping mentor and amplify the work of some of New Zealand's leading creative talent. After returning to New Zealand in 2003 after three years living and working in Nottingham, UK, he completed an Art History and Media Studies degree from Auckland University, graduating in 2008. In 2019, he co-curated the travelling and online exhibition Moana Currents: Dressing Aotearoa Now with NZFM founder and director Doris De Pont. He was previously the editor of fashion trade publication Apparel Magazine. His written and styling work has featured in Vogue Australia, British Vogue, Esquire, Elle Magazine, Harper's Bazaar Australia, Metro, Fashion Quarterly. www.danahwa.com @danahwa https://www.instagram.com/danahwa/
Mural featuring sporting greats Jonah Lomu, Peter Blake and Michael Jones unveiled
An artistic homage to a trio of sporting legends.
Political power dressers: Rating Cabinet's sharpest dressers
These Cabinet ministers displayed a confident understanding of public image.
Ranking the best and worst jerseys at the Fifa Women’s World Cup
A brief assortment of the kits Viva fashion director Dan Ahwa is loving and loathing.
Fashion expert rates the best and worst World Cup jerseys in Qatar
Viva fashion editor Dan Ahwa casts an eye over the shirts on display.
Room review: We find the real winner at this Rarotonga waterfront villa
Self-contained villas in Rarotonga are perfect for doing your own thing.
NZ Exclusive: Lizzo dishes on her new album, inspirations and when social media turned on her
Grammy winner Lizzo opens up to Viva creative director Dan Ahwa.
Kiwi fashion brands band together for special shopping event
The impact of Covid on the fashion industry has prompted a unique online shopping event.
The Beverly Hills hotel fit for a Pretty Woman. And Handsome Men.
Dan Ahwa stays at the iconic Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles.
The Pacific Island upping the stakes when it comes to food
Viva's Dan Ahwa has a tasteful break in the South Pacific.
Young designer makes debut with solo show
Bright new star Maggie Hewitt debuts her first solo runway show at NZ Fashion Week.
Cocktail Hour: Te Vara Nui, Rarotonga
Te Vara Nui in Rarotonga will exceed your expectations.
Royal tour 2018: Kiwi designs lifted on royal shoulders
As tour comes to close, it's a chance to reflect on the impact of the modern-day royals.
Royals on tour: A bit of Kiwi footwear
The Duchess of Sussex wore Karen Walker again as she threw gumboots in the rain.
Clothing picks show royals can do casual too
Brands with a social conscience appeal to Meghan in her wardrobe decisions.
Royal tour: Duchess in Walker coat for Welly wind
Meghan's double-breasted houndstooth check-print trench coat is by Karen Walker.
The ultimate casual wardrobe for men
Global references collide for the ultimate casual wardrobe for men.
Look to mid-century detailing for spring style
Mid-century details add some ladylike precision to spring festivities.
The St. Regis Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Dan Ahwa stays in a Deluxe Room with great views of the Malaysian capital.
11 pairs of slides you need for spring
Breezy sandals slide into new season deliveries - take your pick.
The most fashionable colours to wear in spring
Lighten up for spring. These fresh, sun-kissed tones provide a sense of serenity.
Fresh suiting you need this Spring
Fresh spring suiting makes a convincing case for a polished approach to the new season.
What it's really like to be a fashion editor
It may sound like a glamorous gig but sometimes the job is anything but.
The modern way to wear vintage
A modern take on vintage styles offers a fresh approach to tidy casual dressing.
How to embrace wearing primary colours
Shed those dark tones and embrace joyful, head-turning primary colours.
Fashion: Raincoats that actually look good
Make a splash in waterproof fashion with an edge.
Easy resort-style for spring
Resort pieces are the perfect investment for trans-seasonal dressing.
Fashion: Clean-cut French utilitarian style
Try out clean-cut French style with a utilitarian edge for an easy way to look polished.
Fashion: How to nail tidy casual dressing
Cheers to the weekend. Here's how to nail tidy casual dressing.
A sweater and special skirt is all you need
A sweater and a special skirt are all that's required to look thoroughly modern.
Fashion inspiration from the beatniks
Slink into winter with an homage to the beatnik generation. Bongo drums optional.
Winter wardrobe inspired by Highland Scots
Keep warm this winter with a wardrobe inspired by the Highland Scots.
Fashion: When abstract art inspires style
Architecture and contemporary art inspire a modern wardrobe of sculptural shapes.
Fashion: Clean-cut pieces for winter
These clean-cut pieces will have you looking sharp and ready for winter.
Get into country-style fashion
Get that country mix right with pretty dresses and utilitarian separates.
Fashion: Men's streetwear grows up
Streetwear gets the grown-up treatment as men fix up and look sharp.
The knitwear you need this autumn
Embrace cooling temperatures with colourful and irreverent knitwear.
5 romantic blouses you need this season
Tap into the season's romantic mood with a beautiful blouse.
Fashion: An exotic escape for autumn
Swirling prints on furniture fabrics and the colours of spices provide an exotic escape for autumn.
Why black handbags never go out of fashion
There's a reason why black never dates, and these sleek handbag options in a shade of noir are a failsafe pairing with new season workwear (and everything else).
Fashion: Blazer and skirt workwear
Team a razor-sharp blazer with a languid skirt for a balanced approach to workwear.
How to style a leather jacket
The leather jacket remains a wardrobe staple - whatever the season.
Why wearing clashing prints is plenty of fun
Clashing prints add plenty of fun when it comes to dressing in between seasons.
How to build a wardrobe around this one item
Build a new a season wardrobe around the faithful white shirt for plenty of mileage.
Stay fashionable in the great outdoors
Gyms aren't for everybody. Trade in crowded classes for workouts with Mother Nature instead.
How to sleep in style
Luxury sleepwear will have you waking up fresh and ready to take on the world.
9 mid-length skirts for perfect summer workwear
Go on. Take these frivolous swishy mid-length skirts for a spin.
You totes need these bags these holidays
Pack and go with these easy to use, holiday appropriate tote bags.
Cool dads: how to wear a short-sleeved shirt
Keep cool in an array of fun short-sleeved printed shirts.
What to wear to the Boxing Day races
Keep it simple, silly. If in doubt, put a hat on an easy dress when it comes to no fuss dressing for a day at the races.
Block-heeled sandals you need for summer
Block-heeled sandals will keep you grounded all summer long.
Summer's must-have shorts for men
Jump into the blue with a pair of jaunty swim shorts for summer.
How to wear print dresses
An easy summer dress with a whimsical print fits the bill for all the summer festivities ahead.
The most colourful kidswear around
The future's so bright for the little people in our lives. Stay positive over summer in the most colourful kidswear around.
How to style the simple white tee
Add some edge to a classic white T-shirt with these helpful styling tricks.
The swimsuit you'll want this summer
The sporty one-piece swimsuit makes a welcome return in a multitude of colours and styles for every body shape.
The most fashionable way to stay cool this summer
Voluminous separates reflect a nonchalant but elegant approach to staying cool over summer.
These are the only shoes you need for summer
Ever since Adidas reissued its popular Stan Smith sneaker several seasons ago, designers have been playing with the versatility of
The must-have accessory for summer
Straw hats in various shapes and colours encourage a stylish approach to staying sun-smart over summer.
Boho style's grown-up return
Boho makes a return, but this time around its grown-up, clean-cut aesthetic suits everyone.
Fashion: Colour codes
Mix block brights with neutrals for a thoughtful approach to wearing colour.
Fashion: Grown-up glamour
There'll always be room for a special frock, but this time around separates are taking centre stage.
Fashion: Silver lining
Sculptural silver jewels with an artisanal bent take centre stage for spring.
Fashion: Earth bound
Colours and motifs courtesy of Mother Nature inspire an easy, low-maintenance approach to dressing between seasons.
High-shine fabrics - anytime, anywhere
Light-reflecting fabrics infused with metallic threads or shimmering paillettes - what better way to stand out at after-five events?
What's not to love about faux fur?
Faux and furry, these coats are perfect to snuggle up in.
How to dress with texture
The devil is in the details when it comes to the most luxurious textures.
The best knitwear for this chilly weather
Lightweight knitwear pieces offer up plenty of warmth and versatility.