Evocative, intimate, alluring ... this elixir has enchanted through the ages. But what is the future of fragrance?

Underwear becomes outerwear as designers decide to put it all out there - but how do you wear it in real life?

Study reveals half of 16 to 21-year-olds would consider surgery to achieve their perfect body.

Stunning frocks and fashion shocks from the biggest day in Australasian racing.

The right in-flight toiletries can make a long-haul flight much more comfortable, says Janetta Mackay.

Fashion design students showcase the results of their year's work.

Natural or engineered, women want skincare that delivers.

It's easy for Sarah Murdoch to appear untouched on a women's mag, writes Kerry Woodham, she's gorgeous and can afford the best skincare.

Fashion designer Aria Campbell talks Viva through her composed aesthetic.

The abundance of teen models on the runways begs the question are they too young for the designers' target market?

It all started by playing dress-ups for blogger Tavi Gevinson. Now she's possibly the youngest person to join the fashion world's coolest of cool sets.

Former supermodel Cindy Crawford says she would have little chance of making it big in the fashion business today with her curvy figure.

A Pacific-flavoured extravaganza of dance, music, fashion and art is wowing the crowds in Manukau.

A silent war between yummy mummies and slummy mummies is being waged in Auckland's upmarket suburbs.

Make the most of the approaching long weekend by taking care of some beauty chores.

An Auckland beauty company has created a product which is truly a family affair.

Ralph Lauren has become embroiled in a row over a picture apparently airbrushed to make a model look skinnier for the second time in a week.

Designer Celine Chapman loves all that reminds her of summers past.

There's no stopping the nail revolution.

Make sure all is shiny bright for summer radiance.

Summer is threatening to break through any time now - make sure you're ready

Viva chats to the creative force that is Boh Runga.

Carla Bruni-Sarkozy has managed only fifth place in a poll to find Paris' 'ideal' woman.

Tips for adapting your wardrobe to the ever-changing weather

Model Ruby Higgins is now putting her face and personality in front of the camera as a presenter. Viva checks out her style

Sam and Jeremy Galvin are the creative family force behind new label Descendant Denim.