Where are you going? We ask two stylish designers showing at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia where they’re heading over winter.

Australia's fashion season throws the spotlight on that country's fast-changing shopping scene.

Born in Zimbabwe, Robyn Paterson surrounds herself with treasures from her homeland and her adopted country.

Change is afoot at this adventurous institution specialising in wild game.

From over the seas come these covetable items to add to your cosmetic kit.

Let your taste buds run free in Hong Kong - a food destination full of surprises.

Yves Saint Laurent's famous garden provides a stylish refuge from the noise of Marrakech.

Turn up the heat with refreshingly authentic Thai flavours.

The world's your beauty bazaar and, with the whole global traveller look set to continue as a fashion and cosmetics trend in the seasons ahead, it is easy to adopt an eclectic approach to your appearance.

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

Would you pay $80 for a bottle of Marlborough sauvignon blanc? Or, indeed, should you?

This colourful family retreat is a cache of treasures, both handmade and collected from around the globe.

Ali McIntosh is surrounded by beautiful objects at home and at work.

Investing in a new, fashionable brand pays dividends for an established Remuera eatery

Renowned for his curving furniture and elegant lighting, lead designer David Trubridge's new book So Far explores his fascinating life and approach to design. Here he shares his approach to the creative process.

Discover the art of tapping into your creative side and enjoy the many benefits it can bring.

Lucky breaks, talent and hard work helped New Zealander Brent Lawler make it in the fashion world.

Viva wine editor Jo Burzynska traverses plains, valleys and rivers on a pinot noir safari in Marlborough.

The new ghd eclipse is an upgrade of the original product, rather than an entirely new tool. The battle of the hair straighteners heats up.

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

Hair straighteners come in varying prices and versions to choose from, so it pays to check out both the aesthetics and performance. Viva have put together a list of the top straightners to consider.

Who says New Zealand men don't have style? Our five fabulous models are inspiring men who have turned their passions in their careers

Furniture maker Sam Orme-Gee shares a few of his favourite things

Keep your finger on the pulse this winter with earthy tones - from camel to khaki and interesting fabrics - corduroy, tweeds and leather. Jackets range from clean minimal suiting to quilted puffers, peacoats and trenches. While trousers are kept lean and skim the ankle. - VIVA

Global warming is changing the rhythms of grape ripening and harvest worldwide. But it could be cool for us

Celebrity chef Pete Evans is dropping in for a one-off dinner at Kauri Cliffs - and he is bringing along an eminent friend