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Liz Mitchell has designed a limited edition T-shirt to help raise funds for the Skip For Life charity. Skip For Life fundraises for New Zealand women affected by breast cancer and who are unable to pay for their own course of Herceptin treatment. The T-shirts, $65, come in black, white and mushroom colours, and we have three to give away to Viva readers. To enter, write your name, address and phone number and send to: Skip For Life competition, Viva, NZ Herald, PO Box 3290, Auckland. Entries close July 2, winner announced July 9. Skip For Life is also offering a special $35 price for Viva readers - just mention Viva when ordering online at www.skipforlife.org.nz.
New year fashion
K Road is celebrating Matariki with a fashion show showcasing the best of Maori fashion and art. The show, at Hopetoun Alpha on Saturday June 28, will include Maori-inspired fashion, art, live music and food. Tickets are $30 from Real Groovy or visit www.kroad.com for more information.
Des is back
Barkers have collaborated with menswear designer Des Rusk once again, after his successful summer collection for the chain store. The new capsule range for winter has the same signature Des Rusk casual tailoring, with shirts, T-shirts, trousers, jackets and a cotton/cashmere cardigan. Available from selected Barkers stores, nationwide.
Flower bomb
Hybrid is a new floral design store located inside Britomart's Eon Design Centre. The store will showcase florist Annie Oxborough's unique approach to botanical styling, with a variety of floral creations, gift boxes and giftware. Ph (09) 369 5102, or visit www.hybridstylist.co.nz.
