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.

You see them in magazines and ad campaigns every day, but who are our leading local models?

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.

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.

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

Tips for adapting your wardrobe to the ever-changing weather

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

Photos from the ModaLisboa Fashion Week in Cascais, Portugal.

The fashion industry is about 'dreams and illusions' - and that doesn't include seeing overweight women on the runway, says Karl Lagerfeld.

European models are being written off as "bland" and designers are looking east to find the right face for the catwalk.

Boutique owner Miranda Cobb shows her style.

Set against a futuristic cityscape, Jacobs' Louis Vuitton show featured a gentle army of the world's most fitted models, all in identical, oversized Afro wigs.

A local label is adding a touch of style to the NZ Music Awards.

UK department store Selfridges has begun selling a range of male tights.

Get ready to rock the red carpet - muso-style.

Stella McCartney kicked off the Paris collections with a show that appeared to reference childhood memories.

Hair and makeup play an integral role in bringing a fashion show together