Viva signs Lorde as guest ed

AUCKLAND, Today: NZME lifestyle magazine Viva has appointed Lorde as guest editor and cover-star of its upcoming glossy edition, on sale in retail outlets Aotearoa-wide on Monday 28 February.

Viva ed Amanda Linnell said: “As Viva’s inaugural guest editor, Ella [Ella Yelich-O’Connor] has worked closely with our team to bring the pages to life.

“We loved putting this issue together, and I learnt a lot.”

“The issue explores the theme of ‘designing a better future’, from indigenous fashion and innovative design, to the importance of te reo and protecting our environment – subjects close to Ella’s heart.

“Ella is photographed for the cover shoot wearing a host of sustainably-minded local designers, accompanied by an in-depth interview by published author Megan Dunn (Things I Learned at Art School).

Lorde said: “I feel privileged to have been invited to work with the talented team at Viva. We loved putting this issue together, and I learnt a lot. I can’t wait to share it with everyone”.