A firm tap on the shoulder is followed by a terse "show some respect" from a clearly offended elderly man.

Pyjamas are going public more than ever, thanks to A-list endorsements and the desire of some people to show off expensive PJs.

Tailored jackets have made a strong impact this season, with designers and retailers focusing on trimmer shapes, slim lapels and traditional fabrics such as tweed, wool and boucle.

Tailored jackets have made a strong impact this season, with designers and retailers focusing on trimmer shapes, slim lapels and traditional fabrics such as tweed, wool and boucle.

Smart Casual is really just code for: “Normal clothes but nothing low-rent”, writes Shelley Bridgeman.

Kate Moss tells Allure magazine "the anorexic thing ... to be held responsible for somebody's illness. I wasn't anorexic."

Ginny Fisher takes in the glittering Louis Vuitton gala and enjoys the glamorous side of sailing.

Take a look at this strange and wonderful bras from a new book compiling the very best from the World of Wearable Art's Bizarre Bras.

The pea-soup-yellow tracksuits with grey cuffs that Vili Tonu's mother made for him as a child were one of the designer's first encounters with upcycling.

Kirsten Warner asks some devotees of vintage and retro about their attraction to the styles of the past, and if there is such a thing as a ‘vintage lifestyle’.

Bow ties have been reworked this season from formal into several casual alternatives available in tweed, wool and grosgrain, reflecting a growing appreciation for traditional aspects of men’s dressing.

Bow ties have been reworked this season from formal into several casual alternatives available in tweed, wool and grosgrain, reflecting a growing appreciation for traditional aspects of men’s dressing.

Three stylish women, frequent visitors to France, share their favourite Parisian haunts.

A handpicked edit of the best in French inspired style right now – see this week's issue of Viva for more.

There's a sense of mystery when it comes to a woman and her handbag, the contents of which can leave any man utterly perplexed.

As Karen Walker celebrates 20 years in retail, she takes a look back at some of her memorable campaigns.

It was an unusual choice for the theme of this year's Met Gala as the star attendee's were asked to go "Punk: From Chaos to Couture."

NZ shoppers are some of the smartest and most budget-conscious in the world - with new consumer research showing locals favour quality over designer labels and brand imaging.

When it comes to luxury menswear, you can’t put a price on quality.

Alexander Wang spent a great deal of time considering his decision and even visited a medium in an effort to get some insight.

US prosecutors have charged a former Tiffany executive with stealing more than a million dollars worth of hoop earings, platinum pendants and other items.