Culture Archive

Friday Jan. 15, 2021

Celebrating In Style: Viva Spends An Indulgent 24 Hours At The Hilton

Viva checks in for an indulgent taste of Hilton Auckland.
Friday Jan. 15, 2021

Sizing Up Change: Top Model Agent Ngahuia Williams Actions Positive Change With Removal Of Talent Measurements

In one succinct Instagram post on January 12, local agency N Management revealed that it would no longer be publishing the measurements of its models on its website. Founder Ngahuia ...
Thursday Jan. 7, 2021

Dries Van Noten On Len Lye, Gardening & Reforming The Fashion System

Belgian fashion designer Dries Van Noten talks to Dan Ahwa about his spring-summer 2020 / 2021 collection inspired by the works of New Zealand artist Len Lye; opening up a ...
Wednesday Dec. 23, 2020

What The Viva Team Are Reading This Summer

Books to buy, borrow and be lost in this summer
Wednesday Dec. 23, 2020

Viva's Comprehensive America's Cup Cheat Sheet

The essential guide to have you sailing smoothly through the 36th Americas Cup presented by Prada.
Monday Dec. 21, 2020

Rupi Kaur: Meet Poetry's Defiant Darling

A poet and her pause in the wake of a third collection.
Sunday Dec. 20, 2020

The Best Cookbooks Of The Year

In a year of excellent cooking tomes, these six became a few of our favourites
Saturday Dec. 19, 2020

Aussie Band The Avalanches' Latest Album Has Been Four Years In The Making

Melbourne-based electronic group The Avalanches discuss the release of their new album We Will Always Love You, which has been four years in the making.
Thursday Dec. 17, 2020

Have Grinch-Inspired High Tea, Watch A Machine Paint & More Fun Things For The Weekend

Eat, drink and be positively unmerry.
Monday Dec. 14, 2020

Beth Ellery And Saskia Leek Bring Their Eye For Colour To PPG Paints' New Zealand Makers Project

Unbridled colour expression is at the heart of PPG Paints’ innovative New Zealand Makers project, which sees it collaborating with local creatives on a bespoke paint range

January 10, 2021 - January 16, 2021
Celebrating In Style: Viva Spends An Indul...
Sizing Up Change: Top Model Agent Ngahuia ...

January 03, 2021 - January 09, 2021
Dries Van Noten On Len Lye, Gardening & Re...

December 20, 2020 - December 26, 2020
What The Viva Team Are Reading This Summer
Viva's Comprehensive America's Cup Cheat S...
Rupi Kaur: Meet Poetry's Defiant Darling

December 13, 2020 - December 19, 2020
The Best Cookbooks Of The Year
Aussie Band The Avalanches' Latest Album H...
Have Grinch-Inspired High Tea, Watch A Mac...
Beth Ellery And Saskia Leek Bring Their Ey...

December 06, 2020 - December 12, 2020
Glam Up For A Fashion Soiree, See A Playle...
West Supply Is A One-Stop-Shop For Adventu...
Beauty Pageants And The Women's Lib Moveme...
Watch: Lili Sumner's Short Film 'How Fat T...

November 29, 2020 - December 05, 2020
Explore A History-Defining Exhibition, Vis...
Hugh Jackman's Tongue (And Cheek) Cameo Fo...
Judith Baragwanath Remembers The Glamorous...
Say Hello To Viva Magazine - Volume Two

November 22, 2020 - November 28, 2020
Relax In A Gin Garden, Visit A Film Festiv...
The Coolest Looks At The American Music Aw...

November 15, 2020 - November 21, 2020
Explore A Jewellery Exhibition, Eat At New...
Meet The New Generation Of NZ Poets Who Ha...
Driven by Mercedes-Benz, Liv Wakem's Busin...
Musician Samuel Flynn On The Phoenix Found...
Benee Wins Big At The Aotearoa Music Award...

November 01, 2020 - November 07, 2020
Five Stylish Things To Binge-Watch This Month
Huffer's Steve Dunstan Shares His Summer P...
Vote For Bird Of The Year, Head To A Beer ...
Prolific Artist Fatu Feu'u's Charitable Co...
11 Of The Best Princess Diana Costumes Set...
The Songs That Help The Viva Team Get The ...

October 18, 2020 - October 24, 2020
From Old Favourites To Hidden Gems, Discov...
Live Music, Craft Markets & More Fun Thing...
Rose Matafeo On Her New Film 'Baby Done' &...

October 11, 2020 - October 17, 2020
The Creativity, Community And Sisterhood D...
Classic Films, New Restaurants, Plant Mark...

September 20, 2020 - September 26, 2020
Wholesome Pursuits, Gripping TV Shows & Mo...
Gentle Giants Inspire New Generation Of A...
We're Falling In Love With Romantic Comedi...
How Track Pants Became 2020's Breakout War...
The Myriad Ways To Mark Mental Health Awar...
Moana Maniapoto & The Enduring Legacy Of '...

September 13, 2020 - September 19, 2020
Liberal Icon Ruth Bader Ginsburg Dies Aged 87
Venice's Top Winner 'Nomadland' Is Thrilli...
These 10 Thought-Provoking Exhibitions Are...
Get To Know: The Pacific Climate Warriors
Fable Is The New Benchmark In Boutique Acc...
Tom Dixon On Terrence Conran's Significant...

September 06, 2020 - September 12, 2020
Why Kindness Is Good For The Soul
Dilmah’s new black tea, Ceylon Bold, is in...

August 30, 2020 - September 05, 2020
From The Viva Archives: Our Favourite Fash...
Mulan Debuts On Disney+ & The Costumes By ...
Ghazaleh Golbakhsh's Shares An Extract Fro...
Get To Know: The Whimsical World Of Multid...
The Coolest Looks From The MTV Video Music...

August 23, 2020 - August 29, 2020
Recommended Listening: Five Fresh Albums
Some Of New Zealand's Best Independent Boo...

August 16, 2020 - August 22, 2020
Miss Piggy On Life In Lockdown & Starring ...
Neighbourhood Watch: Fresh Places To Visit...
The Lessons Learned From Madonna’s Unapolo...

August 09, 2020 - August 15, 2020
Teeks Releases New Single 'Without you'
The Adorable Pets Looking For Their Foreve...

August 02, 2020 - August 08, 2020
Zadie Smith Releases Her New Book 'Intimat...
Why We're Excited About The Others Way Mus...
Haberdashery, Fried Chicken & More Fun Thi...
Taylor Swift's Surprise New Album 'Folklor...

July 26, 2020 - August 01, 2020
Graydon Carter On Why Prince Harry In L.A ...
Get To Know Soulful Singer & Songwriter Lo...
Virtual Art Fairs, Design Exhibitions & Mo...
Behind The Scenes With Benee & Apple iPhon...
Film Director Reiner Holzemer & The Elusiv...

July 19, 2020 - July 25, 2020
New & Noted Fashion Books On Our Radar
Shop Local, Watch A Film & More Fun Things...
Five Faves From The Film Festival

July 05, 2020 - July 11, 2020
FKA Twigs Releases Empowering Short Film '...
Art Films, Bastille Festivities & More Fun...
Catching Up With Arts Foundation Icon Sam ...
Music Review: New Albums From Neil Young &...

June 28, 2020 - July 04, 2020
Opinion: How Fashion Can Continue The Anti...
Live Kapa Haka, Art, Vintage & More Great ...
Discover New South Wales' Luxury Accommoda...
Get To Know Interdisciplinary Artist Pelen...

June 21, 2020 - June 27, 2020
Fundraisers, Nature Tours & More Fun Thing...
Exploring Byron Bay's Bohemian Spirit
Award-Winning Poet Tayi Tibble's Favourite...

June 07, 2020 - June 13, 2020
Why Diana Ross' Seminal Disco Album Is Rel...
Photographic Exhibitions, Hangi Pies & Mor...
Eat My Lunch Founder Is A Finalist For The...
How To Make A Wool Beret With Lucy Zee
Award-Winning Film Director Hiona Henare's...

May 24, 2020 - May 30, 2020
Drive-In Cinemas, Night Markets & More Fun...
Where To Eat, Drink & Shop On Waiheke

May 17, 2020 - May 23, 2020
Andre Leon Talley's Tell-All Memoir Questi...
How Nadia Reid's New Book 'Canons' Takes U...
How Netflix's 'Hollywood’ Captures The Ele...

May 10, 2020 - May 16, 2020
Style File: Eva Green's Most Fashionable M...
Isolation 101: Poet & Musician Dominic Hoe...
Former Vogue Editor Alexandra Shulman On C...
Costume Designer Edward K. Gibbon's Magica...

May 03, 2020 - May 09, 2020
Kate Sylvester Shares Her Mother's Wisdom ...
Why Sewing Is The Classic Pastime Offering...
Troy Kingi Is This Year's Taite Music Priz...
How To Support Local Music Venues During L...

April 26, 2020 - May 02, 2020
New Zealand Musicians Share Soothing Songs...
Catching Up With Fibre Artist & Designer S...
Sally Rooney's 'Normal People' Hits The Sc...
Auckland Art Fair Goes Virtual As A Vital ...

April 12, 2020 - April 18, 2020
What To Watch & More Fun Things To Do At H...
Isolation 101: Actor Jennifer Ward-Lealand...
Photo Essay: Local Creatives Find Hope & I...

April 05, 2020 - April 11, 2020
Our Favourite Virtual Museums, Galleries &...
Isolation 101: Artist & Musician Melodownz
Style File: Harry Styles' Most Fashionable...
A Cool Competition For Musicians & More Fu...

March 22, 2020 - March 28, 2020
A Must-Watch Docuseries, Living Room Worko...
Coronavirus & The Music Industry: How To S...
Karen Walker's Nostalgic Re-Release Of An ...

March 15, 2020 - March 21, 2020
Get To Know Lauren Gunn, The Owner Of Cele...
A Must-Watch Series & Other Fun Things To ...
The Test Drive: Can Technology Help Improv...

March 08, 2020 - March 14, 2020
An Outdoor DJ Party & Other Fun Things To ...

February 23, 2020 - February 29, 2020
The World's Best Nature Photography & More...

February 16, 2020 - February 22, 2020
How It Feels To Have A Tropical Fijian Isl...
Splore Festival & More Fun Things To Do Th...
Discover The Boho Charm Of Canggu, Bali's ...
Get Into A Splore State Of Mind With Our F...
'I Had Never Actually Read The Book' Elean...

February 09, 2020 - February 15, 2020
The New Adaptation Of 'Emma' May Be The Mo...
Favourite Things: Auckland Museum Curator ...
Meatstock, A New Pop-Up Plus More Fun Thin...
Jean Paul Gaultier On His Ballet Collab & ...

February 02, 2020 - February 08, 2020
Favourite Things: Doe Donuts Owners Grace ...
Waitangi Day Celebrations & More Fun Thing...
Valentine's Day: Seven Couples Share Their...
5 Cool Festivals That Prove There's Still ...
Break The Ice With These Creative Date Ide...

January 26, 2020 - February 01, 2020
Looks Of The Week 31/01/20
A New Fashion Series Debuts On Netflix Plu...
Where To Find Plant-Based Tacos & More Fun...
Choreographer Parris Goebel Invites Us Ins...
Meet The Bafta-Nominated Director Behind '...

January 19, 2020 - January 25, 2020
The Rise & Rise Of New Zealand Pop Sensati...
Laneway Festival (Obviously) & Other Fun T...
A Muso's Guide To Being Cool At Laneway Fe...
20 Career Tips To Help You Get Ahead In 2020

January 12, 2020 - January 18, 2020
Looks Of The Week 17/01/20
An Icecream & Natural Wine Fête Plus Other...
Watch: Nadia Reid's Beautiful New Music Vi...
How Elizabeth Wurtzel's Prozac Nation Chan...

January 05, 2020 - January 11, 2020
Anno Domini's Final Hurrah & Other Fun Thi...
24 Ways You Can Donate To The Australian B...
20 Fun Things To Do In Auckland For Under $20
Louis Theroux On His New Book & Touring Ne...

December 29, 2019 - January 04, 2020
Dress To Impress At The Tennis With These ...
The Best Day Trips From Auckland To Try Th...
The Best Food & Farmers Markets To Visit A...
Top Choreographer Parris Goebel Receives Q...

December 22, 2019 - December 28, 2019
Neighbourhood Watch: Matakana
Sweet Stores To Shop In New Zealand's Top ...
A Boxing Day Party, Music Gigs Galore & Mo...
Neighbourhood Watch: What To See, Eat & Do...
Top Photographer Derek Henderson Shares Hi...

December 15, 2019 - December 21, 2019
Watch Love Actually On The Big Screen & Ot...
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern Reflects On ...
Watch The Stylish Director's Cut Of 'When ...

December 08, 2019 - December 14, 2019
6 Riveting New Books To Add To Your Summer...
Favourite Things: Comedian James Roque
Christmas Cocktails, Markets & More Fun Th...
Summer Sounds: Nest Fest Returns To Hawke'...
Chef Michael Meredith's Soulful Christmas ...
An Introvert's Guide To Surviving The Offi...

December 01, 2019 - December 07, 2019
Helena Bonham Carter On The Crown & Her Ow...
Christmas Gift Guide: The Best Presents Fo...
Christmas Gift Guide: The Best Presents Fo...
A Dreamy Designer Sale & Other Fun Things ...
A New Book Chronicles Every Prada Collecti...

November 24, 2019 - November 30, 2019
Favourite Things: Choreographer Lara Liew
Looks Of The Week 29/11/19
Why The Tennis Is The Place To Be This Summer
Night Noodle Markets & Other Fun Things To...

November 17, 2019 - November 23, 2019
Why Koh Samui Is Just The Spot For A Luxur...
Bollywood Theatre & Other Fun Things To Do...
Meet The Team Working Tirelessly To Restor...
The Lifelong Obsession That Continues To I...

November 10, 2019 - November 16, 2019
The Coolest Looks From The Vodafone New Ze...
A Celebration For Pickle Lovers & Other Fu...
The Crown Style Guide: A Closer Look At Th...

November 03, 2019 - November 09, 2019
All The Glittering Highlights From This Ye...
Gin Cocktails Galore & Other Fun Things To...
Auckland's Coolest Party People Share Tips...
Girl About Town: Fashion Designer Jessica ...
Steve Gunn Steps Into The Limelight On His...

October 27, 2019 - November 02, 2019
Meet The Talented Team Restoring Auckland ...
Favourite Things: Photographer Solomon Mor...
Looks Of The Week 01/11/19
Spooky Halloween Ideas & Other Fun Things ...
All The Highlights From Club Viva's Interi...

October 06, 2019 - October 12, 2019
Make A Date To Celebrate Diwali & More Fun...
From Fashion To Film: Model Lili Sumner's ...
This Photographic Collaboration Examines T...

September 29, 2019 - October 05, 2019
Favourite Things: Flamingo Pier DJ Luke Wa...
A Chat With Award-Winning Screenwriter Phi...
The Chocolate & Coffee Show & More Fun Thi...

September 22, 2019 - September 28, 2019
This French Ski Resort May Just Be The Per...
10 Exceptional Ways To Enjoy Japan In Style
All The Highlights From The Viva Long Lunc...
The Goldfinch Hits Cinemas & Other Things ...

September 15, 2019 - September 21, 2019
Real Weddings: Amanda & Joseph At Kauri Sp...
Favourite Things: Celebrant Francieli McWi...
Real Weddings: Priya & Joe At Kauri Bay Bo...
Real Weddings: Sarah & Joshua At Alberton ...
JessB's First Headline Tour & Other Fun Th...
Real Weddings: Saru & Samir At Glasshouse,...

September 08, 2019 - September 14, 2019
Favourite Things: Gallerist Tim Melville
The Last Hurrah At Mercury Plaza & Other F...
The Talented Mr Ronson: Meeting One Of Pop...
Book It: Viva's Culture Guide To September
Book Review: Does The Handmaid's Tale Sequ...

September 01, 2019 - September 07, 2019
Favourite Things: Actor & Playwright Jess ...
Looks Of The Week 06/09/19
Indie Rock Band Girlpool Are In Town & Oth...
Soul Singer Tami Neilson On Carving Her Ow...
Bar Chat With Natalie Medlock, Star Of Sel...

August 25, 2019 - August 31, 2019
Even More (Sustainable) Fashion & Other Fu...

August 18, 2019 - August 24, 2019
Discovering The Best Of Austin, From Cowbo...
Favourite Things: Contemporary Artist Nika...
Looks Of The Week 23/08/19
Bold Moves Ballet Debuts & Other Fun Thing...
Meet Odette, The Breakthrough Australian S...
Where To Eat, Shop & Stay Next Time You're...

August 11, 2019 - August 17, 2019
Who Is Ali MacGraw? The Actress Reflects O...
Filipino Play Pinay Opens At The Basement ...
On Our Radar: What To Do, See & Book This ...
Is There Still Sex in the City? A Review O...

July 28, 2019 - August 03, 2019
Lowbrow Opens On K Rd & Other Fun Things T...
Inside Halcyon House, The Boutique Hotel T...
You're Invited: Viva Long Lunch with Dilmah
Jacinda Ardern Is On The Cover Of Meghan M...

July 21, 2019 - July 27, 2019
Fiji's First Overnight Spa Experience Take...
Travel Diary: A Colourful Tour Of India Wi...
Favourite Things: Future Foody Founder Ann...
A Champagne & Fondue Pop-Up Plus Other Fun...

June 09, 2019 - June 15, 2019
An Unforgettable Stay At Fiji's Luxurious ...
Fill Your Glass At Winetopia & Other Fun T...

June 02, 2019 - June 08, 2019
Looks Of The Week 07/06/19
The Big Little Lies Style Guide: Inside Th...
A Pacific Dance Celebration & Other Fun Th...
Retail News: Cashmere Brand Elle & Riley's...
All The Highlights From Club Viva’s Studio...

May 26, 2019 - June 01, 2019
Favourite Things: Filmmaker Lisa Taouma's ...
Looks Of The Week 31/05/19
A Karen Walker Pop-Up Sale & Other Fun Thi...
Making A Difference, One Meal At A Time
Our Favourite Shows Worth Watching This Wi...

May 19, 2019 - May 25, 2019
Why Surfrider Beach Is Malibu's Chicest Re...
Favourite Things: Filmmaker Julia Parnell'...
Shop 'Til You Drop This Weekend & Other Fu...

May 12, 2019 - May 18, 2019
Looks Of The Week 17/05/19
Music Gigs, Fried Chicken Festivities & Ot...
Meet The Extraordinary Women Wearing Emili...
Highlights From The Louis Vuitton Cruise ...

May 05, 2019 - May 11, 2019
Chef Tony Tan's Guide To Hong Kong's Seafo...
Looks Of The Week 10/05/19
K'Rd's New All-Night Dance Party & Other F...

April 21, 2019 - April 27, 2019
Looks Of The Week 26/04/19
Be Seduced By Irish Singer Hozier & Other ...
The Glamorous Life Of Mid-Century Society ...

March 31, 2019 - April 06, 2019
Favourite Things: Film-Maker Rebecca Tansley
You're Invited: Join Club Viva
Where To Get Dessert Burgers This Weekend ...
Watch & Listen: Our Favourite Fancy Songs ...
A Unique Tour Of Berlin's Sexual History

March 10, 2019 - March 16, 2019
Looks Of The Week 15/03/19
Fun Things To Do This Weekend 14/03/19
Six Reasons To Escape To Melbourne This Ma...

February 24, 2019 - March 02, 2019
Fun Things To Do This Weekend 28/02/19

February 10, 2019 - February 16, 2019
Inside The Amusing World Of Artist David S...
Looks Of The Week 15/02/19
Why We're Still Obsessed With The Foxy Fas...
Fun Things To Do This Weekend 14/02/19
30 Movies To Help You Celebrate (Or Escape...
Meet The Captivating Welsh Musician Cate L...
The Coolest Looks From The Grammy Awards R...

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