The winner of the second NZ's Next Top Model is more than capable of looking after herself - she's an expert with a chainsaw.

It might be Australia's biggest day, but the tills will ring loudly and the bubbly will flow on this side of the Tasman as well on Tuesday.

Danielle Hayes cried and hugged her fellow finalist as she was named NZ's Next Top Model.

The high-profile Vogue editor says being sacked from a job at Harper's Bazaar was 'a great learning experience'.

New Zealand's seven-decade-old fashion industry isn't merely about clothes, finds Rebecca Barry.

The Hells Angels are suing a luxury fashion house.

Writer Kirsty Cameron believes in sticking to what suits you.

A new book examines our fashion past and its impact on what we wear today.

Topshop's new affordable and on-trend makeup line will soon be stocked in New Zealand at Takapuna's The Department Store.

Three hot new jewellery brands to look out for.

Edible cosmetics are the latest beauty industry idea to get you spending on your interior as well as exterior.

The gap-toothed smile flashed by some of today's top models is leading to a stateside boom in quirky dental treatment.

It's an age-old question: "Does my bum look big in this?" And the answer is yes - for women wearing the Booty Pop.

Nathan is largely inspired by fabrics when designing. "Fabric speaks to me," she smiles. "I'm like the fabric whisperer or that little kid from The Sixth Sense.

Richard Kavanagh is on a mission to better connect New Zealanders with global hair trends.

Viva chats exclusively to Isabella Blow's former husband, Detmar, the author of a new book about the once-fabulous fashion icon.

Kiwi diamond buyer Ange Hardy went up against the big boys to secure the rare 22-carat white diamond which Hollywood celebrity Kim Kardashian will brandish on her finger on Tuesday.

Jacinta Lal said controversy over the Miss IndiaNZ pageant had distracted from the "inappropriate and offensive" comments made by Paul Henry.

Catering for skin sensitivity is a growth industry.

While we ponder what to buy this season, designers in Europe are showing what will be hot for summer in 2012.

Is SPF15 enough protection in our natural skincare products?

L'Oreal is considering a bid of US$44 ($58.16) a share for Avon, the UK's Daily Mail reported.

Wise up for the warmer weather with informed sun care choices.

Whether they're retro or quirky, cutting-edge or glamorous, the right sunglasses will transform your look. Don't be timid when it comes to your shades this summer, make a statement.

Time to get casual, with our summer checklist - easy pieces that will form the backbone of your holiday wardrobe.