Viva visited the fantastic Man Style exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGC) recently, and spotted two local designers representing New Zealand menswear.

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Curves are in. Corset shop owner Jill Peterson is well-placed to create the hourglass look that is so hot right now.

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