Our obsession with bling has shone through the centuries. What draws us to shiny things and how much is too much?

A bristly event showcasing the craziest beards and moustaches from around the globe.

We take a look back on some of the not-so-sharp trims worn by the boys on the field.

Demi Lovato found it "empowering" to pose nude with no makeup.

Crisp and classic is the way to go when it comes to summer workwear that can go into overtime.

Instagram star and member of the Kardashian clan, Kylie Jenner has taken a liking to a Kiwi fashion label's clean aesthetic.

Model Chrissy Teigen has blasted the brains behind an insensitive new app, which urges users to judge people they meet.

A model and athlete born without legs says she won't be limited by her disability.

Every Wednesday we're bringing you a midweek muse to inspire your style.

Fans of the man bun beware: donning the top knot daily may contribute to baldness.

Vintage florals and day dresses evoke genteel spring days sipping iced tea on the terrace. Cin cin!

A very funny (and accurate) video of women wearing active wear, but not actually being active, is taking over the internet.

Designer, rebel and activist Vivienne Westwood took to the catwalk to protest fracking and austerity

From bold accessories to heavy detailing including chains, sequins, and a pair of "fluffy slippers", there was plenty of fodder for our experts to weigh in on.

Stars hit the red carpet at the 2015 Emmy Awards.

Legendary shoe designer and fashion icon Jimmy Choo will visit New Zealand next month.

The teenage girlfriend of Prime Minister John Key's son Max last night missed out taking top place in the Miss Auckland beauty pageant.

Cate Blanchett, the new face of Armani, talks neurolinguistics, marital compatibility and clothes with Lisa Armstrong.

Celebrity make-up artist Gary Cockerill shares his tips and tricks for flawless make-up.

Wearing red does actually make women feel sexier, according to a study.

While other prejudices have been quashed, somehow it's still okay to mock gingers.

Add a bit of shine for an instant lift.

Take a dark approach to seasonal floral prints for a refreshing twist.

Parents recognise that their children don't fit into specific molds. They want their children to have options in the clothes they wear, books they read and toys they play with.

From plus-size to transgender to full-body tattoos, the beauty ideal in the age of the internet seems broader and more accepting of women than ever before. But is it? Greg Dixon wonders.