| Haute couture looking threadbare Outside the Christian Lacroix shop on Paris's fashionable Rue du Faubourg Saint Honore, two middle-aged American tourists are debating whether to take a photograph."It might not be here much longer," a woman says to her husband... nzherald.co.nz |
Designers Outline a New Geometry A new geometry -- linear and circular cutting -- has ruled the runways in Paris. nytimes.com |
Just Don’t Call It a Corset Spanx for Men is the latest entry in a new category enjoying brisk sales. nytimes.com |
Five of the best: Hot pools 1. Waiwera Thermal Resort and Spa21 Waiwera Rd, Waiwera, ph 0800 WAIWERA With 22 pools, eight water slides, movies, adult-only pools and plenty of picnic spots, this resort is great for the whole family. Add a spa and wellness... nzherald.co.nz |
Scotland: A Plea for Decency Under Kilts A true Scotsman is said to never wear anything under his kilt. But now Scots are being warned that the sartorial tradition could be both indecent and unhygienic. nytimes.com |