A spiritual home is slowly taking shape on a Northland coastal block in the hands of a Maori sculptor and his wife.

Research and collaborations with fashion houses allowed the woman behind The Great Gatsby's costumes to bring the glitz and exuberance of the Roaring 20s to life - and to stores.

A handpicked selection of what's new in fashion, food and beauty right now. See this week's issue of Viva for more.

Passion for winemaking runs strong in the Delegat family.

Known for his evocative and nostalgic portrayal of everyday life, photographer Derek Henderson's third book examines the human form.

Vintage vinyl, Comme des Garcons perfumes and a tactile rug are among costume designer Sarah Voon's treasures.

Coco Chanel was on to something when she concocted her now famous fragrance. A new exhibition in Paris explores the cultural significance of the iconic designer and her enduringly popular scent.

The right brows are a holy grail for beauty devotees opener.

Winemakers Kim and Erica Crawford open the doors of their elegant Auckland home to toast their new venture with distinguished guests.

A handpicked selection of what's new in fashion, food and beauty right now. See this week's issue of Viva for more.

Co-founder of Nature Baby, Jacob Faull, has a passion for things that express a sense of individuality.

Watch out, world, chenin blanc is poised to take its place in the spotlight.

As one door closes, another opens. A truism for our dynamic dining scene, that's for sure.

When punk emerged from the music scenes of New York and London its influence was felt in many walks of life, but few more so than fashion. The latest exhibition at New York's Metropolitan Museum looks at how the movement took designers in new directions.

Draw on the punk attitude with clever repurposed products for face painting.

Chef Che Barrington does to Chinese cuisine what Baz Luhrmann does to the classic story in film - he brings it into the now with such dazzling brilliance that you are swept away in the moment and left wanting more, more, more.

The women behind a fun new-to-New Zealand beauty brand are a close-knit family foursome.

A handpicked selection of what's new in fashion, food and beauty right now. See this week's issue of Viva for more.

Roses and chocolates are always popular presents, but try a twist on tradition with indulgent gifts that won't wilt in the vase or weigh the recipient down.

Lover of literature Anne O'Brien tells tales of books, bags and Boris the bear.

The hippest place to be this summer lives up to its well-earned reputation.

See the looks on the runway from the final day of NZ Fashion Week, including every look at Salasai.

Create a special Mother's Day brunch and afternoon tea with these pretty and tasty ideas.

We're officially addicted to Milse (pronounced mill-say) and we know you will be too, once you experience this intimate new Britomart eatery, which makes no excuses for being all about the sweeter things in life.

The crowd at the Trelise Cooper show.