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Opening ceremony: Sneak preview
Photos of dress rehearsals for the Rugby World Cup opening ceremony at Eden Park.

Expert Eye: World
A drag act, the live finale of New Zealand’s Next Top Model, Britney Spears Oops…I Did It Again (all three minutes and 30 seconds of it), and a story of Good v. Evil.

Backstage Beauty at World
The World guys just get that by the end of Fashion Week everyone is ready for the party, a lot of theatre and a damn good time.

Expert Eye: Merino Show
A celebration of New Zealand's finest textiles with a focus on merino knits was shown this afternoon.

Brigette wins crown: <I>NZ's Next Top Model</I> final
Read our live blogging coverage of this year's New Zealand's Next Top Model competition, live at the World show.

World at NZ Fashion Week
Photos from the World show at Fashion Week 2011, which doubled as the final of this season's Next Top Model show.

Expert Eye: Christchurch charity show
Almost a year on from the first devastating Christchurch earthquake, Fashion Week held a charity show allowing designers from the city to show for free.

Expert Eye: Workshop and Helen Cherry
The majestic Auckland Town Hall provided the perfect backdrop for Workshop and Helen Cherry's return to the NZFW schedule.

Expert Eye: Miromoda
You always go to emerging designer collection shows with your heart in your mouth: will it feel like the art school graduation show?

<i>Sails Restaurant</i>, Westhaven
Gorgeous views, experienced staff and skilful, fabulous food - Sails Restaurant is a sure thing.

Huffer at NZ Fashion Week
Love your fashion? Check out the Huffer collection at New Zealand Fashion Week 2011 last night.

Expert Eye: Zambesi
With a slight 90s sportswear element, models took quick-paced stride down the runway looking every bit the Zambesi athlete.

Expert Eye: Sable & Minx and Brady
Teresa Brady's Winter 2012 collection for Sable & Minx featured some of the designer's signature draped dresses.