Encouraging good skincare by girls isn't always easy, as beauty editor Janetta Mackay knows first-hand. PLUS our favourite youth beauty ranges.

Noelle McCarthy stumbles upon a wondrous piece of textile art.

For many, food is a mere hope not a given writes Nici Wickes.

Angela Casley showcases recipes that effortlessly look as great as they taste.

Meadowlark's new range for the SPCA, stores popping up in Britomart and a charitable fashion show - read this week's fashion and shopping news.

Jo Burzynska samples some of our recent standouts at the International Wine and Spirits Competition.

Shandelle Battersby discovers the innovative northern Indian cuisine of a popular new Victoria Park Market eatery.

Actress Karima Madut treasures pieces from her African heritage.

Petite Kitchen's Eleanor Ozich shares her recipe for a deliciously moist gluten-free date and almond cake.

Leading chefs from four of the country’s top luxury lodges promise there will be no temper outbursts, only superlative food, when they share the kitchen next month to create an intimate lunch for Hawkes Bay’s Food and Wine Classic.

For intense lip colour nothing beats a matte lipstick, says Viva beauty editor Janetta Mackay.

What would it be like to meet one of the best looking men in the world? This week Viva is face to face with male model David Gandy.

Claire McCall meets three success-bound friends who share a design and work attitude they’re backing to the hilt.

Janetta Mackay talks to two renowned perfumers who collaborated successfully before finding their own fragrance fame with scents for the likes of Gaultier and Armani.

Viva beauty editor Janetta Mackay selects some of the best matte lipsticks in store right now.

Style is like money: different countries have different currencies, and New Zealand's laid-back look feels out of place on international sidewalks.

David Gandy's perfectly chiseled features inspired Dolce & Gabbana to dedicate an entire book to the male supermodel. Take a look at some of the photos by Mariano Vivanco.

Bow down to Beyonce! The superstar begins her series of four concerts in Auckland on Wednesday night: expect good old-fashioned entertainment - and a fashion show. At previous concerts Beyonce has worn a range of designer stage costumes, including custom pantsuits by Gucci, catsuits by Givenchy, flowing gowns by Roberto Cavalli and sequin mini dresses by Pucci. Beyonce’s charity #BeyGood has also teamed up with Barnados NZ to collect donations of clothing, to help the charity support children and families. There will be donation centres at each concert.

Riccardo Tisci has ushered in an era of Gothic luxury and sweatshirt chic at French fashion label Givenchy, writes Lisa Armstrong.

Review these recent releases from two renowned perfumers who have shared their insights with Viva.

Good taste comes naturally to Oliver Rochfort Scutts, the face behind Rochfort Rees. He shares a few of his favourite things.

Viva beauty editor Janetta Mackay looks at skin-loving body washes.

Viva food editor Nici Wickes is in India - she looks at the delicious combination of sugar and spice.

Eleanor Ozich of Petite Kitchen recommends you take care what you spread on your bread.

A prime location may be one of the components in running a successful restaurant but it’s much more complex than that, Nici Wickes explains, as she pulls up a seat at a rustic waterfront table.

Britomart's latest hole in the wall combines coffee, donuts, cronuts and fashion.