| Aviator style takes off Before they became staples of the runway, bomber jackets, flight suits and protective aviator sunglasses were born in the cockpit of an early - and cold - aeroplane. They were necessary in those drafty flying machines with metal doors... nzherald.co.nz |
A Walk on the Wise Side At Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld and Silvia Venturini Fendi sent out a calm, elegant show. nytimes.com |
Study Pokes Holes in Air Bag Standards A study suggests that new designs may place belted drivers at a greater risk than the air bags they replaced. nytimes.com |
Brisbane showcases a couture great A major exhibition of the work of celebrated designer Valentino opened in Brisbane this weekend, showcasing 100 haute couture designs from the past 50 years.From Jacqui O's 1968 wedding gown to Julia Roberts' 2001 Oscars frock,... nzherald.co.nz |
Beauty queen in race row A blonde, blue-eyed woman is at the centre of a new racism row after winning a Miss IndiaNZ beauty contest and then being accused of not looking Indian enough.Jacinta Lal, 21, was booed and has been the subject of complaints to... nzherald.co.nz |