Why do women wear makeup and perfume? Noelle McCarthy explains her reasons.

The trends seen off the runway at NZ Fashion Week.

Architect Megan Rule’s appreciative eye for good design has resulted in great finds from Africa to Northland.

Take a look at EDT, the new boutique brand from Glassons.

Fashion spells it out with text and logos.

Fashion spells it out with text and logos.

There’s nothing like travel to inspire your taste buds, as Damaris Coulter from restaurant Coco’s Cantina discovered on a recent whirlwind trip abroad.

Auckland fashion destinations have gathered forces this NZ Fashion Weekend to create three special shows.

NZ Fashion Week drew to a close last night with a presentation from Salasai that combined fashion show and installation.

The off-catwalk action at NZFW.

James Molloy, M.A.C director of artistry for Asia-Pacific, flaunted his international talents at New Zealand Fashion Week. Viva went behind the scenes to capture some of his magic in the making.

Fashion Week is about more than just the "big" names, says Zoe Walker.

A simple and delectable strawberry dessert from Petite Kitchen's Eleanor Ozich.

Meet Lana Guineay, the editor of ASOS Australia and in town for NZ Fashion Week.

Nici Wickes' expectations are exceeded at Miss Clawdy, where the quality of food overshadows the Southern American origins.

They say everyone loves a bride and the Weddings Show at NZ Fashion Week had a bride for everyone.

The hottest beauty looks from Trelise Cooper and Stolen Girlfriends Club.

See the looks on the runway from day two of NZ Fashion Week, including Trelise Cooper and Stolen Girlfriends Club.

Who's wearing what on day 2 of NZFW? Viva snaps the stylish and interesting.

Zambesi, Hailwood, Twenty-seven Names and more on day one of fashion week.

Viva editor Amanda Linnell talks to L.A stylist Marina Monroe, in town for NZFW.

Viva beauty editor Janetta Mackay picks her beauty looks on day one of NZFW

Who was wearing what at Zambesi's show at NZFW? Viva snaps the stylish and interesting.

VIVA is behind the scenes at New Zealand Fashion week 2013 with directional label 'twenty-seven names'. Founded since 2006, designers Rachel Easting and Anjali Stewart cite contemporary art as the basis for their collections. The label name is a homage to the list of 27 people who helped to get their label off the ground. We learn how a trip to Brussels inspired their newest collection. Amber D, M.A.C Senior Artist Oceania tells how the make-up & hair also portrays the labels style & look.

Who's wearing what on day one of NZFW? Viva snaps the stylish and interesting.

Dressing for other people is a tiny, easy act of civic-mindedness.

Some of the local industry's biggest names will be in action at NZFW, and we will be bringing the best of their looks to you.

Fashion Week pushes me as a designer, Zambesi’s Dayne Johnston tells Amanda Linnell.

Viva will bring you the very best of NZ Fashion Week, with comprehensive coverage from our team of experts.