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From Jacinda Ardern to Air NZ: 32 of the best lifestyle and entertainment stories of the year so far
While you enjoy a long weekend break, catch up on some of the best stories of 2025 so far.
Latest from Dan Ahwa
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Mural featuring sporting greats Jonah Lomu, Peter Blake and Michael Jones unveiled
An artistic homage to a trio of sporting legends.
Political power dressers: Rating Cabinet's sharpest dressers
These Cabinet ministers displayed a confident understanding of public image.
Ranking the best and worst jerseys at the Fifa Women’s World Cup
A brief assortment of the kits Viva fashion director Dan Ahwa is loving and loathing.
Fashion expert rates the best and worst World Cup jerseys in Qatar
Viva fashion editor Dan Ahwa casts an eye over the shirts on display.
Room review: We find the real winner at this Rarotonga waterfront villa
Self-contained villas in Rarotonga are perfect for doing your own thing.
NZ Exclusive: Lizzo dishes on her new album, inspirations and when social media turned on her
Grammy winner Lizzo opens up to Viva creative director Dan Ahwa.
Kiwi fashion brands band together for special shopping event
The impact of Covid on the fashion industry has prompted a unique online shopping event.
The Beverly Hills hotel fit for a Pretty Woman. And Handsome Men.
Dan Ahwa stays at the iconic Beverly Wilshire in Los Angeles.
The Pacific Island upping the stakes when it comes to food
Viva's Dan Ahwa has a tasteful break in the South Pacific.
Young designer makes debut with solo show
Bright new star Maggie Hewitt debuts her first solo runway show at NZ Fashion Week.
Cocktail Hour: Te Vara Nui, Rarotonga
Te Vara Nui in Rarotonga will exceed your expectations.
Royal tour 2018: Kiwi designs lifted on royal shoulders
As tour comes to close, it's a chance to reflect on the impact of the modern-day royals.
Royals on tour: A bit of Kiwi footwear
The Duchess of Sussex wore Karen Walker again as she threw gumboots in the rain.
Clothing picks show royals can do casual too
Brands with a social conscience appeal to Meghan in her wardrobe decisions.
Royal tour: Duchess in Walker coat for Welly wind
Meghan's double-breasted houndstooth check-print trench coat is by Karen Walker.
The ultimate casual wardrobe for men
Global references collide for the ultimate casual wardrobe for men.
Look to mid-century detailing for spring style
Mid-century details add some ladylike precision to spring festivities.
The St. Regis Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Dan Ahwa stays in a Deluxe Room with great views of the Malaysian capital.
11 pairs of slides you need for spring
Breezy sandals slide into new season deliveries - take your pick.
The most fashionable colours to wear in spring
Lighten up for spring. These fresh, sun-kissed tones provide a sense of serenity.
Fresh suiting you need this Spring
Fresh spring suiting makes a convincing case for a polished approach to the new season.
What it's really like to be a fashion editor
It may sound like a glamorous gig but sometimes the job is anything but.
The modern way to wear vintage
A modern take on vintage styles offers a fresh approach to tidy casual dressing.
How to embrace wearing primary colours
Shed those dark tones and embrace joyful, head-turning primary colours.
Fashion: Raincoats that actually look good
Make a splash in waterproof fashion with an edge.
Easy resort-style for spring
Resort pieces are the perfect investment for trans-seasonal dressing.
Fashion: Clean-cut French utilitarian style
Try out clean-cut French style with a utilitarian edge for an easy way to look polished.
Fashion: How to nail tidy casual dressing
Cheers to the weekend. Here's how to nail tidy casual dressing.