Controversial Miss Universe New Zealand boss Val Lott has announced she's retiring.

Susan Hislop shares her refined aesthetic.

Graham Reid has his breath taken away by a discreet museum in the Netherlands.

Make beauty maintenance at home easier with these DIY devices.

Flicking through magazines, those appealing fashion pages are as much to do with the stylist as the clothes. Viva asks a few of these on-trend professionals to share some of their know-how.

Royalty, sports stars, musos and actors are among the stylish folk named on this year's Vanity Fair International Best Dressed list.

Former beauty queen Jennifer Hawkins shares her style evolution.

For makeup with staying power, look out for new generation long-wearing formulas.

Hey gents, here are a few pointers on choosing that perfect scent.

Have you bought a pretty frock, or maybe some designer boots, online recently? You may well be driving other New Zealanders out of business. But should you be feeling guilty about it, or celebrating the joys of internet shopping? Viva investigates.

Explore the city's best boutiques and stores with this inspiring guide and then refuel at the nearest cafe or restaurant.

Audrey Hepburn, Kate Moss, Barack Obama, Gaga and R-Patz are among the celebs captured rocking Ray-Bans. We've raided the iconic sunglasses' picture vault and pulled together this gallery.

Bronwyn Sell finds inexpensive designerwear — after a fashion — in inner-city Auckland.

Don't neglect your feet just because they've slipped out of view.

Student Aych McArdle has a unique and colourful take on fashion.

As boutique fashion store Miss Crabb celebrates its eight-year anniversary, Viva visits Kristine Crabb - a designer who has stayed true to her own vision - at home in St Marys Bay.