Karl Lagerfeld says Chanel wasn't "trendy" at all when he started working there.

Zambesi designer Liz Findlay used something old, something borrowed and something green for her piece inspired by the Rugby World Cup.

Grammy-winning country singer Taylor Swift has launched her own perfume, Wonderstruck, at Macy's in New York.

Clothing website managing director Briana Haigh likes to blend high street with high fashion in her own wardrobe. Viva finds out more.

Steve Jobs' sartorial trademark was the by-product of a failed attempt to introduce a corporate dress code at Apple.

We size up some specific skincare solutions.

Stella McCartney has well and truly established her own credentials.

Backed by their mentor Trelise Cooper, Alexandra Dunn and Lauren Connolly have high hopes for their young label.

We love the new collection of mystical, statement rings from Matina Amanita, which has recently arrived at Ruby Boutiques. "Crescent Star" ring, $259, and "Lovel" gold plated silver ring with green and blue stones, $289, both from Ruby Boutique.

Costume jewellery created for the woman at the heart of a royal scandal raised several thousand pounds at auction.

Youngest daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore among celebrity offspring attending debutante ball in Paris.

Romance was in the air at the Paris collections, where that sentiment was widespread almost to the point of ubiquity.

Viva talks to singer-songwriter Kimbra about her unique sense of style.

Marc Jacobs pulled out all the stops for what is widely believed to be his final show for Louis Vuitton in Paris yesterday.

A week in the life of model judge, Ngahuia Williams.

Country and western rhinestones meet French couture in Paris.

The Duchess of Cambridge's wedding dress has proven to be a tidy earner for the Queen.

Kate Sylvester unveils some spanking new ventures at Auckland's revamped art gallery.

Potions to soothe the soul.

A good natural lipstick is hard to find, especially in bolder shades, so the arrival of the Aroha collection from Antipodes will please those looking for a rich red.

Arriving in store tomorrow is this new, limited edition Missoni for Converse Chuck Taylor All Star sneaker ($250).

A look at Kanye West's spring-summer 2012 ready-to-wear collection, as shown at Paris Fashion Week.

The first John Galliano ready-to-wear collection under the label's new creative director had none of the outrageous excess that was the heart and soul of the brand.

The art of applying mascara is given an extensive comb-over with simple tips and tricks for getting the perfect wide-eyed look.

Cybele boutique manager Melissa Ly has a penchant for interesting design. Viva finds out what else she likes.

The rumour mill has gone into overdrive over who will be taking creative control of two of French fashion's biggest names.

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