French fashion pioneer Madame Carven was one of the most popular female designers of her time. She even patented the idea for the push-up bra.

Viva managing editor Amanda Linnell shares highlights from today’s Viva magazine. Follow her hyperlinks below and be informed and inspired at viva.co.nz.

Supermodel Kate Moss was escorted from a flight by police after reports that she was being "disruptive", sources said.

Time to look your best from the outside in.

Lorde has graced the covers of Billboard, Elle and Rolling Stone - and now she’s nabbed a spot on the front of Vogue Australia.

Rising Kiwi designer Sean Kelly is back home and busy at his sewing machine after becoming the toast of New York.

Don’t sacrifice style on a rainy day with these standout wet weather pieces.

British pop star Ellie Goulding will launch her own line of beauty products with MAC Cosmetics.

Viva managing editor Amanda Linnell shares highlights from today’s Viva magazine. Follow her hyperlinks below and be informed and inspired at viva.co.nz.

Here is a look at some other high-profile cover girls who have shocked, tickled or educated others.

Think beyond jackets for the ultimate style.

Bruce Jenner will model for Vanity Fair as a woman.

US jeans maker Levi Strauss and Google are working on clothing with touch-screen control capabilities.

Don’t be so serious. Have a laugh with this season’s best fun fur pieces.

Lady Gaga is creating a clothes line for puppies.

Irina Shayk found modelling "impossible" when she first started out.

Actress Reese Witherspoon’s lifestyle website, Draper James, offers a fans a glimpse into her ‘Southern’ heritage. There’s just one catch, says Claire Cohen.

Celebrities are happy to be seen in specs and teenagers are wearing them for pleasure, finds Ellie Pithers.

As the temperature drops and wardrobe fatigue sets in, look for inspiration from some of film’s most iconic heroines, writes Emma Gleason.

Nothing has been more prevalent on the runways recently than the revival of the 70s in all its glory. Emma Gleason explains why and how to embrace the trend.

’Tis the season to be warm and cosy, so pick soft merino and warm knits.

I hate high heels. They're the modern version of bound feet, writes Heather du Plessis-Allan.

Another day, another celebrity seems to launch a new lifestyle website, or fashion or homewares line.

Comfort is king when it comes to this season’s key ankle boot styles.

Film festival organisers sparked controversy this week when it emerged a group of women, some of whom had medical conditions, were reportedly banned from screenings for wearing flat shoes.

I addressed the Older Women's Network at the Positive Ageing Centre in Takapuna last Saturday. This is a group of local women "who are no longer young in years but know no limits age wise".

Cannes festival organisers are facing further scrutiny amid new claims a film producer with a partially amputated foot was turned away from the red carpet.

Finance Minister chose to wear a golden tie with a purple paisley pattern for his Budget speech today. And fashion says yes.

A small Brazilian clothing company is facing the might of the All Blacks' legal team over a martial arts uniform that an expert says may also offend Maori.

Too high a heel on an average-height woman looks ungainly - there is nothing more supremely chic than looking comfortable in your shoes, writes Ellie Pithers.