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How much is a Finas licence? Here are some funny Twitter reactions to the news

23.07.2020
By Ronn Tan

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By now, you would have definitely read or heard about a little news involving filming and licences. On 23 July 2020, Communications and Multimedia Minister Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah announced that “all production of films and recording regardless of whether media agencies or individual media outlets must apply for licence before filming.” This, of course, brought upon an avalanche of reactions from Malaysians.
Seven days prior to the filming date, film producers are required to inform Finas (National Film Development Corporation Malaysia) about the project—under the National Film Development Corporation (Finas) Act. Yes, that includes content for social media! During a Parliament session, Datuk Saifuddin Abdullah said, “film producers must apply for Film Production License and Film Shooting Certificate (SPP) regardless of whether they are mainstream media agencies or personal media which produce films on social media platforms or traditional channels.”
According to Lembah Pantai Member of Parliamant Fahmi Fadzil, a paid-up capital of RM50,000 will be required by an applicant to apply for a Finas license. However, the Communications and Media Minister later mentioned that he was only explaining “the existing law, that is the National Film Development Corporation Act which was passed in Parliament in 1981″ and that “the ministry acknowledges that the Act needs to be fine tuned.”
The news also gave birth to a plethora of reactions on Twitter and we have compiled some of the most noteworthy ones:

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What are your thoughts on the the Communications and Multimedia Minister’s statement? The minister clarified that the Act has been around for a long time and that it was enacted during a time when social media didn’t exist. Moreover, he also mentioned that revisions to the law will be considered.
However, his clarification clearly did not stop Malaysians and Twitterjaya from getting their hilarious reactions out. Let’s all wait for more updates from the relevant parties!
Don’t forget to continue practising social distancing and to wear your masks when you’re out. Malaysia boleh!

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Technology
Meet the Xiaomi 11T Pro, a ‘Cinemagic’ powerhouse with a 108MP pro-grade camera

24.09.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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As social media and content creation become increasingly part of our daily lives, high-definition photography and videography are now defining factors of a great smartphone. Xiaomi is looking to lead both fronts with the launch of its new premium flagship, the Xiaomi 11T series, featuring the Xiaomi 11T and Xiaomi 11T Pro.
While both smartphones offer a slew of innovative ‘Cinemagic’ filmmaking features, the Xiaomi 11T Pro is the ultimate flagship for aspiring content creators looking for industry-leading filmmaking technology right in the palms of their hands. Read on to discover how this flagship smartphone is pulling out all the stops to pack a powerful performance for content creation.
‘Cinemagic’ filmmaking capabilities

Let’s start with the ‘Cinemagic’ buzzword that Xiaomi has proudly bequeathed to the Xiaomi 11T Pro’s cinematic filmmaking capabilities. Behind the ‘magic’ is a triple camera set-up: a pro-grade 108MP wide-angle lens, 2x telemacro lens, and a 120-degree ultra wide-angle lens. Plus, the smartphone boasts advanced computational capabilities with one-click AI Cinema modes and 4K HDR10+ recording, all of which offer over a billion colours for clear, dynamic, and life-like video quality. This allows users to capture footage with the same smart ISO technology found in digital cameras, optimising brightness, colour, and contrast ratios frame-by-frame for stunning cinematic results—or as Xiaomi calls it, *Cinemagic*.

Audio Zoom completes the content creation toolkit, allowing users to zoom in on objects both optically and audibly. Meanwhile, the advanced Night mode feature ensures users capture their creative ideas no matter day or night.
Ultra-fast 120W Xiaomi Hypercharge
So, you’ve heard of fast charging and perhaps even super fast charging. But the Xiaomi 11T Pro knocks them all out of the park with the proprietary 120W Xiaomi Hypercharge technology that can achieve a full charge in just 17 minutes. Yes, you read that right. The phone’s 5,000mAh dual-charge battery, which is the best battery and charging technology combination Xiaomi has introduced to date, will allow power users to keep up with their creativity and minimise downtime for a full day of phone usage.

To put things into perspective, a 10-minute charge will power the phone from zero to 72 per cent—without overheating—which is equivalent to 11 hours of calling, seven hours of video playback, five hours of navigation, or two hours of video recording at 1080p.
What’s more, the Xiaomi 11T Pro comes with 34 battery charging safety features and maintains 80 per cent battery health after 800 cycles, with the TÜV Rheinland Safe Fast-Charge System Certification giving an added peace of mind. If you find yourself in temperature conditions as low as -10°C, fret not, Xiaomi claims that the battery remains reliable even then.
A display that’s built for work and play

To complement the ‘Cinemagic’ experience, the Xiaomi 11T Pro features a responsive 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED flat display with TrueColor, Dolby Vision®, HDR10+, and 1,000 nits peak brightness to provide an outstanding viewing experience in any situation. Expect vibrant colors, incredible brightness, and contrast-rich detail with up to 480Hz touch sampling rate to boot.
On top of that, it comes with eye care functions to protect users from eye strain, such as Reading Mode 3.0 and True Display. The latter automatically adjusts the colour temperature according to the surrounding conditions. As for protection, the display is built with Corning® Gorilla® Glass Victus™.
Audio is not forgotten to complete the cinematic experience. Think Dolby Atmos® immersive audio in addition to dedicated dual speakers with Sound by Harman Kardon to deliver intelligible audio be it for music, podcasts, movies, or gaming.

A powerhouse through and through
All these cutting-edge photography, videography, battery, and display features are supported by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 processor. This 5nm octa-core processor ensures battery efficiency while offering exceptionally fast performance in day-to-day tasks, with advanced ISP capabilities to power through even the wildest and most creative undertakings.

The Xiaomi 11T Pro (8+256GB) retails for RM2,099 and the Xiaomi 11T Pro (12+256GB) retails for RM2,299. Both variants are available in Meteorite Grey, Moonlight White, and Celestial Blue colours.
Pre-orders are open from 23 to 29 September 2021 from Xiaomi’s Official Store on Lazada or Shopee before the official arrival in all Authorised Xiaomi Stores nationwide from 2 October onwards.
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#FitnessFriday: Team attempts Inversion Yoga at BE Urban Wellness
Upside down

17.06.2016
By Rachel Au

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After last month’s Fly Yoga challenge, we decided to go for another round of unique yoga session in this month’s #FitnessFriday—Inversions and Arm Balancing Yoga at BE Urban Wellness. “It’s a different approach,” as Nor Soraya, the instructor of the class, describes it. While Fly Yoga requires you to depend and trust in the silk, this class will be using your arms and strength to carry your weight as you try to do headstands and the like—which is possible. With practice, we learnt that you’ll build a stronger core and better arm strength. Check out the team’s reviews and watch the video of our session below.

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Cai Mei Khoo, Editor-in-Chief
For someone who doesn’t practise yoga on a regular basis, the thought of doing inversions or arm balances is almost non-existent for me, so I found Soraya to be very patient and articulate in the way she teaches yoga. Unlike a regular yoga class, Soraya focuses on specific poses like the crow pose and breaks it down so even yoga newbies may attempt an inversion on their first class (although this is of course not the main goal of the class). Now all I need is the discipline to practise daily and I should be able to nail a headstand by next weekend.
Rating: 4/5

Wei Yeen Loh, Fashion and Beauty Writer
I’ve to admit that hearing Soraya welcome us to her “Inversions and Arm Balancing” yoga class before we started might have incited a feeling that was remarkably close to terror in me. But my fears were quelled along the way as she educated us about everything (and more) that we needed to know about embarking on our first headstands and Bakasanas, such as the importance of shoulder protraction, breathing properly, and gazing upwards. While I might need to seriously work on my arm strength, I’m glad to have learnt a lot from the class and Soraya herself—successful Bakasanas aren’t merely a distant dream in my books anymore!
Rating: 4/5

Yi Suen Chong, Digital Designer
I’ve been doing yoga on and off over the past few years, and I have to admit, when it comes to inversions (read: headstand), I always have that fear and uncertainty. With Soraya’s class however, it was another story. She was really patient in guiding us throughout the class, and I found her lesson to be very educational as she always furnished us with extra information and tips on achieving each pose. By the end of the class, I had managed to do a baby Bakasana (personal achievement unlocked!) and I believe that with more practice, a full Bakasana will soon be within my reach. I have yet to conquer my fear towards inverted poses, but hopefully one day, I’ll be able to achieve them with no sweat.
Rating: 4.5/5

Rachel Au, Lifestyle Writer
I thought Fly Yoga was tough, but then again, I thought I was pretty strong too. However, BE Urban Wellness’ Inversions and Arm Balancing Yoga class is tougher; and my arms are weaker than I thought. The breathing exercises felt really good because most of us are probably usually not mindful enough to take deep breaths. The minute Soraya introduced the Bakasana (both the baby and adult version), I was mindblown. It looked really cool but no matter how I tried, my arms couldn’t support it (I could hear myself silently nagging that it’s really time I start working out regularly) and with my lack of flexibility, it was difficult to even accomplish the first few steps before the final pose. Still, Soraya (and her personal yogi journey) makes me believe that it’s all practice and nothing is impossible. So… one day. One day.
Rating: 3.5/5

Su Fen Tan, Editorial Assistant
As we were all beginners of Inversions and Arm Balancing Yoga, it was understandable that there wouldn’t be a lot of poses that we could actually do. But that doesn’t mean we can’t try and with the patient and helpful guidance from Soraya, I went from not being able to do the Bakasana to managing an almost baby Bakasana̛—achievement unlocked! I thought it was a great introductory class and Soraya was extremely informative; I liked how she broke down the fundamentals, which was everything from the breathing exercises to always remembering to be mindful about our postures. After the session, we went home with plenty of tips and exercises that we could practise at home to strengthen our arms and cores. It felt like with a few more classes, the Bakasana will soon be a possible term in my dictionary.
Rating: 4/5

BE Urban Wellness is located at Work@Clearwater in Damansara Heights. Find out more about them here.

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Omega launches its first sunglasses collection
Throw shade

20.10.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Swiss watchmaker Omega is known for its iconic timepieces and status as a timekeeper for major sport events, including the recent Rio 2016 Olympics. But this year, the brand makes its first foray into the world of fashion accessories with a debut collection of sunglasses for men and women.

“This is an exciting step for Omega because it leads our brand into new areas of opportunity. With our long history, there is real brand substance and authenticity to work with and we have ensured that it is truly represented in every pair of sunglasses,” says president and CEO of Omega, Raynald Aeschlimann. “For customers, this is a chance to find new ways to express personal style and a passion for our brand.”
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The first summer collection that is available in Omega boutiques nationwide now takes inspiration from the brand’s heritage and range of watches. A closer look at the sunglasses and you’ll spot similar elements from Omega’s range of products, including the flower pattern from Omega jewellery, iconic decorative claws from Omega Constellation, along with the sleek dark finish reminiscent of the ceramic Dark Side of the Moon collection. Each pair of sunglasses are available in two different sizes and two colour varieties for each model. All lenses, nose pads and facetted temple tips are engraved with the Omega name and logo, and a limited edition model inspired by Omega’s appointment as the Rio 2016 Olympics’ official timekeeper is also available (although only 2016 pairs have been created).

Omega’s sunglasses collection is available at all Omega stores nationwide.

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Beauty
Emily Ratajkowski is the new face of Kérastase
A fine muse

08.01.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Aside from her envy-inducing curves and blessed good looks, American model and actress Emily Ratajkowski is known for being a vocal advocate of “modern feminism”. The leggy brunette has always stood firm that confidence in your own individuality brings out the beauty from within, and her latest role as the face of Kérastase is affirmation of that.
“Hair is essential to how I express myself. I love that feeling of clean, textured, natural hair—that instantly makes me feel more confident. I consider my hair as the reflection of inner strength. It’s not an ornament but a way to express myself,” says Ratajkowski in an official press release. “I think that’s true for all women. There’s such an empowering femininity to hair. It allows women to define who they want to be. That’s why they deserve the best care.”

In the newest campaign for the haircare brand shot by fashion photographer duo Inez & Vinoodh, Ratajkowski makes a shirtless statement in a black and white image with her tousled, voluminous mane, letting her locks take centre stage. Below, she shares snippets of how beauty can be empowering and her favourite Kérastase ritual:
1. How does beauty make women stronger?
ER: Confidence in what makes you unique, and an appreciation and self love will make you stronger in all that you do.
2. What is your vision of ideal beauty?
ER: My vision of an ideal beauty is a woman who is completely her own self.
3. What is your beauty weapon?
ER: I like to feel that I don’t have to worry about my hair—clean and shiny hair that still manages to have volume is important.
4. What is your favourite Kérastase product?
ER: I absolutely love the Elixir Ultime Oil. I put it on my ends before styling and sometimes I add it all over the lengths of my hair after blow drying.
5. Tell us about how you and your hair feels like when using the Elixir line?
ER: I love this over-the-top ritual. It’s so indulgent and decadent. I really have the sensation to treat myself using it. Enjoying a luxurious hair ritual, mixing precious oils, to apply every moment of the day. It is my luxury hair must-have. The Elixir glass bottle is stunning and literally sparkles in my washroom. But I also take it in my bag for a little touch up during the day to add glow, light and dazzle to my hair. This is the kind of range that every girl should use when she needs a little pick-me-up. Fabulous hair guaranteed!
6. What do you like the most about the Extentioniste range?
ER: Everyone knows that I love my long hair and this product really helped me to grow it even longer. I really felt like my ends were less damaged over the months that I used it. I don’t have to cut my hair as often as usual since using Extentioniste.

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Travel
7 Airbnb listings that will bring you closer to your favourite celebs

23.07.2019
By Tammy Chan

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Avengers…assemble!

Relive one of the most emotional scenes in cinematic history at this lakeside cabin.
Located just 20 minutes outside of the Atlanta airport in Fairburn, Georgia, US, this was the real set location that served as a home for the Stark family and the site of Tony’s funeral in Avengers: Endgame – a pivotal scene which featured characters from almost every single MCU sub-franchise since the first Iron Man.

The cabin sits on the private property of Bouckaert Farm and Chattahoochee Hills Eventing, an 8,000-acre farm and site for horse-riding events. CNN also reported that the cabin has always been on the online travel marketplace and is usually used for horse-show officials. According to Ed Durden, assistant farm manager and office manager, it wasn’t until someone conducted a reverse-image search on the internet and posted the information about the place that requests started to blow up.
Wedding bells are ringing
For those of you who don’t recognise this place, this is the gorgeous Victorian-style mansion that Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner got married in last month.
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Known as the Château de Tourreau, this private estate in Sarrians, France, is able to host 15 guests and it comes with a total of nine bedrooms and nine baths. If that doesn’t already make your jaw drop, there’s also an indoor pool, a gym, a squash court and a rose garden
Though this venue is available for booking via other accommodation websites, it is also available for rent via Airbnb. You can even contact them if you’d like to host a wedding there.
Quirky condo
Craving for a unique living experience? Look no further because this one ticks all the boxes of a creative space done right.
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This colourful Reversible Destiny Loft was featured in HBO’s comedy-drama television show Girls, a six-season series that starred Lena Dunham. Situated in Mitaka, less than an hour from central Tokyo, this bright and quirky home was where main character Shoshanna Shapiro (played by Zosia Mamet) stayed in when she moved to Japan for her career.

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According to the listing’s owner, the contrasting-coloured ball-shaped loft was designed by famous Japanese architects and artists Shusaku Arakawa and Madeline Gins.
Electrifying gem
Fans of Rock ‘n’ Roll, this one’s for you!
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An idyllic retreat suitable for couples on vacation in Maui, this remodelled 1930’s Hawaiian cottage was where guitar legend Jimi Hendrix called home in 1970 when he was on the island to film his Rainbow Bridge movie.
Otherwise known as the Gingerbread House, this studio cottage comes complete with a queen-sized bed, kitchenette, spacious bathroom, wireless internet, television with Netflix access and an outdoor patio under a spectacular tree canopy.
Does this dazzle you?
The Twilight Saga movies might be a thing of the past, but one thing still remains – Charlie and Bella Swan’s house.
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As die-hard fans of the Vampire romance fantasy film will remember, this is the actual house that was used in a lot of the movie’s most memorable scenes. Talk about nostalgia! While this charming 1930’s home that’s located in downtown Saint Helens, Oregon, US, originally went up for sale in 2018, it was eventually purchased by Dean and Amber (the current owners of the property). The couple went on to restore the house before putting it up for short-term rentals.
English luxury
Raise your hand if you used to binge-watch BBC’s crime drama Sherlock and science fiction programme Dr.Who!
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According to its owners, this six-bedroom property we found in Newport, South Wales was not only used to film the Sherlock episode ‘A Scandal in Belgravia’ that starred Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman, the dining room also appeared in the 2012 Doctor Who Christmas Special.
Listed as a Victorian Gentleman’s residence, this period-appropriate home is suitable for big groups who’re travelling through Cardiff. There’s even a private garden and a patio equipped with tables, chairs and gas BBQ!
All that jazz
Want to know how you can live like the World’s most famous Jazz legend?

Introducing the childhood home of the late Grammy Award-winning jazz saxophonist, Charlie Parker. Dubbed a beautifully restored apartment / townhouse by reviewers, this home located in Kansas City, Missouri, boasts a tranquil courtyard, spacious living area, cosy fireplace, in-suite laundry area and a master bedroom and bath that’ll transport you back in time with its vintage yet elegant décor style.
With this list, you can now officially say you’ve been where the stars have been.

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Beauty
Glitter freckles, metal brows and more sparkly trends to try

19.12.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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In case it slipped under your radar, Make Up For Ever’s Instagram feed is serving up some major party look #inspo at the moment. Unveiling one holiday makeup tip a day throughout the month, the professional artistry brand makes it that much easier to bring on the glitz this festive season with easy-to-follow steps and the low-down on the products used to achieve them. Here are some of our favourites:

Glitter Freckles

How to:

Full Metal Brow

How to:

Glitter Eyeliner

How to:

Full Glitter Lips

How to:

Beam of Light

How to:

Find more high-wattage looks to try here. Already thinking of giving them a go? These festive sets by Make Up For Ever will be your ultimate sidekicks for a high-shine holiday:
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The Holiday sets are available at Make Up For Ever boutiques and Sephora stores nationwide.

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Travel
6 Essential survivor tips you need to know before you travel
Take precautions before taking flight

26.12.2016
By WanderLuxe

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Everyone looks forward to the month of December, when their families and friends fly back home to celebrate Christmas together. Well, not the introvert, or anyone that feels squeamish at the thought of tacky jumpers, singing carols by the piano, and mince pies. To that we recommend one thing and one thing only – travel somewhere. And here’s a guide we’ve put together on how to survive holiday travel.

1. Book as far ahead as possible
The earlier you book, the cheaper the tickets tend to be. You may already know this, but as a Luxe Nomad bonus we’re going to explain why: The seats on a plane are divided into categories called buckets. Buckets go from cheapest to most expensive. As each bucket is filled, passengers are moved on to the next bucket. That’s why if you check the ticket price two weeks from now, it’s probably a lot higher.
Now the reason it gets more expensive is simple: Who books flight tickets at the last minute? That’s right: People facing emergencies. A family member is sick, a client needs them to fly over, they’re American and Trump got elected, and so forth. Since these people will pay higher prices (they have no choice, it’s an emergency), the last-minute flight tickets always cost more.

2. Don’t put money in the overhead compartment
In-flight theft is trending right now, and it mostly happens with cash stored in overhead compartments. So always take out the money and put it on your person. This is especially true if it’s a long-haul flight and you’re travelling alone; someone can rifle through your bags when you’re asleep or in the toilet.
As an aside, most travel insurance only covers up to about USD150 to USD170 in lost cash. Chances are you won’t even get that, because the police may not want to write the report (it didn’t happen in their jurisdiction), and you do need one to make a claim.

3. Make contingency plans just in case
If you have a stopover in another country, and your connecting flight gets delayed, you may have no way to call home and let your relatives know. Well, not unless you can get a prepaid sim card at your stopover airport, and you may not be allowed out of the transit area to buy one.
So make a contingency plan. One way is to tell your family (or anyone waiting to pick you up at the airport) to check their emails – if anything goes wrong at the stopover, you can still use the airport’s Wi-Fi to email them.
Also, if you are about to land in a big airport (like Changi airport, which could probably secede and declare independence from Singapore if it grows any bigger), arrange a meeting point beforehand.

4. Take a photograph of your luggage
When your luggage goes missing, you’ll be asked to give a description of it. Size, brand, colour, and so forth. This is then handed to the baggage department, which has to sift through more stuff than a cargo ship collision on an hourly basis. Do them – and yourself – a favour by having a picture of your luggage. Snap it with your phone before checking it in. You’ll also find it useful if you land in a crowded airport, and you want the luggage porters/airport staff to help you out.

5. Switch around the departure airport
When you’re comparing air ticket prices, remember to try different airports within the same city (if the city you’re in has different options). Airport taxes change all the time. Sometimes, it’s a lot cheaper to leave from one airport than from another. When flying out of New York, for example, you could check the price difference between flying out via John F. Kennedy or La Guardia. Of course, do factor in the cost of travelling to either.

6. Check what happens if you need to change flight timings
If you are booking via a website, like Priceline or Skyscanner, check the procedures for changing flight timings with the booking agent. You may want to change the date of your departure later; and if you try calling the airline company directly they may have different charges for altering your flight times.
Some booking agents also have steeper costs for changing flight times than others. So if you’re the sort who varies your departure date when having fun with relatives, make sure you get a flexible one.

This story was originally posted at WanderLuxe by The Luxe Nomad
Dream a little, travel a lot. That’s our philosophy. We’re full-time nomads with a passport in one hand and laptop in the other, traversing the globe to find the best hideaways, eateries, and local scenes. And on our luxury villa and apartment booking portal TheLuxeNomad.com, you’ll know you’re always up for your best trip yet (with the best rates).

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Culture
Dior launches third designer book featuring Marc Bohan
Fashion extraordinaire

23.04.2018
By Gwen Ong

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The history of a fashion house is a fascinating one and if the house is Dior, you will be privy to some of the best garments constructed and the visionary behind each piece. The recent launch of Dior’s coffee table book lets us in to the brain that was Marc Bohan.
Christian Dior first appointed Bohan as artistic director of its American subsidiary in the spring of 1957 but the couturier died before the contract was finalised. So Bohan went to work at the London branch instead and succeeded Yves Saint Laurent as Dior’s artistic director in 1960.
Bohan was known to create elegant and romantic looks with a youthful spirit. His first haute couture collection for the House in 1961 caused a pandemonium according to a report by the New York Times. The couturier spent three decades at Dior and established a close relationship with the art world and some of its most famous personalities including artist Niki de Saint Phalle.
In this book, writer and journalist Jérôme Hanover recounts his heritage and refined taste in dressing women with a dynamic femininity. Bohan’s vision was simple – “to make sophisticated clothes simply, with a touch of insolence every now and then”.
Dior by Marc Bohan is available from this month onwards. Take a look at some of the designer’s beautiful creations below.
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Milan Fashion Week AW16 Street Style Day 2: Standout looks
Uptown funk

26.02.2016
By Buro247

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In a society where fashion remains a rampant competition for both consumers and producers, it is sometimes difficult to find a style that suits a person and can allow someone to add their own personal flair in the constant re-invention of fashion as the seasons come and go. On Day 2 of MFW AW16, we decide to pick some of the best personal styles which seem rather spunky for most, but can make us wholeheartedly admit that we’d like to have the personality and confidence to be able to pull them off ourselves.
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Sneak peek: What K-pop group BTS will be wearing for their Love Yourself: Speak Yourself world tour

03.05.2019
By Joan Kong

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From topping music charts (the group made K-pop history as the first Korean act to top the UK charts with their latest album) to sweeping the biggest awards (their most recent prize? Winning the Top Duo/Group award at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards), BTS, which is short for Bangtan Sonyeondan, or Beyond the Scene, is arguably the hottest K-pop group internationally right now. The boy band was even named as one of Time’s 100 Most Influential this year. Following the end of their eight-month Love Yourself world tour, BTS will be going on a second tour starting May 4, which will serve as an extension to the previous concerts. The Love Yourself: Speak Yourself tour will feature performances in North and South America, Europe, and Asia, and we’ve got some details on what they’ll be wearing on stage, specifically for the US and Europe legs.
The seven BTS members—RM, Jin, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V and Jungkook—will be donning special looks from Dior for their upcoming world tour, and the ensembles are inspired by its artistic director Kim Jones’ Pre-Fall 2019 collection, presented in Tokyo last November. This is the first time Dior has ever created men’s stage-wear for a pop band. Based on the drawing released by the French fashion house, the stage outfits feature utilitarian sportswear silhouettes with a hint of futuristic feel. Having met BTS ahead of the Grammy awards in February, in a statement released by the brand, Dior Menswear artistic designer Kim Jones revealed that “I love BTS because they are really great guys and also super into fashion. Everyone I know is kind of crazy about them!” We concur.

BTS in Dior for their Love Yourself: Speak Yourself world tour

BTS will be sporting the Dior looks at the Los Angeles leg of their Love Yourself: Speak Yourself tour, followed by concerts in Chicago, New Jersey and São Paolo, Brazil in May, and London and Paris in June.

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Hats off to these stylish toppers seen at Pitti Uomo SS20

14.06.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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The street style at Pitti Uomo is known for its suiting and classic menswear, and we adore a man in a well-made suit. But what striked us this time round were the headgear sported by the men and women. Timeless hat styles such as the traditional Panama, the slim trillby, the pinched fedora and wide brimmed sun hats accompanied the fashionable set’s well-styled OOTDs. Summers in Florence are indeed beautiful but the sun’s no joke so these hats sure came in handy.
Majority of the crowd went ahead with Pitti Uomo’s traditional dress code and accessorised their suits and ties with classic hat styles for well-polished ensembles that will stand the test of time. But a trendy handful went with a more contemporary approach in t-shirts and denim jackets, but our absolute favourite look is the one with the painted German-Shepherd on a straw trillby (look 10).
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Borrow from the #RedCarpet: The centre parting
Divide and conquer

02.02.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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What was once a big hair no-no seems to be making quite the comeback. The centre parting has been steadily making its way back onto the red carpet and runways in recent times, and it certainly looks like it’s here to stay. Case in point: the numerous centre partings sighted at the SAG Awards 2016. Its simple, no-fuss styling makes it super easy to pull off in real life, too. If you have any qualms at all when it comes to this versatile trend, find comfort in the fact that even It girl Kendall Jenner wears her parting down the middle. Tempted to give it a go? Perhaps these smoking SAG red carpet looks will inspire your next beauty do:
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Make way for the grand entrance of the BMW 640i Gran Coupé
A marriage of sportiness and elegance

13.08.2015
By Buro247

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The new BMW 640i Gran Coupé is impressive in its exterior design, interior, and engine. The coupé is now more dynamic and sophisticated with the option to add a more sporty look to the car with the M Sport Package.

The exterior design of the car is in-line with the M Sport expression, which emphasises precise lines and sleek contoured surfaces. This adds to the performance of the coupé and also keeps the design elegant. The underbody of the new coupé and its conspicuously flared wheels accents the wideness of the car, which is not only aesthetically pleasing but enhances fuel efficiency.

The interior of the BMW 640i Gran Coupé lives up to the classy and sophisticated feel of BMW cars with an elegant black panel finish on the centre console. A noteworthy upgrade is the car’s “seatbelt parking” function, which reduces pull to ensure that the belt fits snugly onto the passenger and once unfastened, an electric motor will retract the from passengers’ seatbelt. Adding to the luxurious feel, the BMW 640i Gran Coupé is fitted with bicolour Nappa leather upholstery of Ivory White/Black or Cognac/Black.

The engine of the new BMW 640i Gran Coupé is created to be higher in performance and efficiency with a far more emotive sound. The 3.0-litre six-cylinder in-line engine allows the sports coupé to sprint from 0 to 100km/h in just 5.4 seconds while the new exhaust system with an adjustable flap provides a sporty sound when the coupé is set in Sport mode. This is good news for drivers who get the satisfaction of listening to the sweet revving tune of their car.

The elegant sportiness of the BMW 640i Gran Coupé and its features that deliver excellent everyday usability definitely lives up to the alluring sheer driving experience of a BMW.

The estimated retail price of the new BMW 640i Gran Coupé is RM788,888.00.

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#WednesdayWishlist: Animal instinct

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#WednesdayWishlist: Animal instinct
Into the wild

17.10.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Gwen Ong, Deputy Editor: Gucci crackled leather bomber jacket

I’ve always wanted a leather jacket to call my own but in my dreams, it’s a sleek black piece (think: biker). Just then Gucci comes into the frame and re-shift my focus to this silver beauty. With the stripe contrast to the crackled metallic, I almost feel like a kindred spirit to Ryan Gosling’s The Driver. I’ll be driving away into the night with this one. Yes, me, my bomber jacket and Ryan.

Jasmine Leong, Senior Fashion Writer: IRO Anja Rubik Kouta suede-trimmed leather coat

It is not everyday where I would spot leather outerwear in the form of a wrap-style coat. With its accompanying belt to cinch in and define your waist, this robe-like piece is figure-flattering, which is always a plus in my books. Also, the fact that it is designed in partnership with Polish supermodel, Anja Rubik takes me one step closer to (my dreams of) achieving the supermodel off-duty look. The idea of wearing leather in Malaysian weather sounds about as delightful as donning shorts in the snow, but with a hot piece (no pun intended) like this, I would do what it takes to make it work.

Loh Wei Yeen, Fashion & Beauty Writer: Prada Spring/Summer 2017 Look 42

While leather seems to be an obvious choice this Wednesday, Miuccia Prada’s ostrich and marabou-decked outing for Prada this SS17 is one collection that came to mind when I thought of feathers. It takes a certain skill to ensure that a feather-trimmed ensemble doesn’t borderline excessive frou-frou (or something that belongs in a stage performer’s closet), but this polished look is likely how I’d wear feathers if I ever had to—peppered ever so slightly on the cuffs and trailing down a skirt without overwhelming the look entirely.

Rachel Au, Lifestyle Writer: Valentino crystal-embellished leather maxi skirt

I’m pretty much a sweater weather girl but when it comes to a more fancy occasion, leather weather works too (when it’s really the appropriate temperature). Leather is easy to pull off and easy to collect over time – leather bags, leather jackets, leather shoes. This Valentino skirt, however, is one of a kind. Cut from strips of supple leather with each intricately studded with sparkling crystals, it’ll easily be my go-to for any formal dinners and events.

Tan Su Fen, Writer: Loewe Anton leather shoulder bag

When you are in the market for a backpack, and this one from Loewe pops up—you can hardly say no to it. Crafted from leather in a beautiful tan shade (one of my go-to colours at the moment), the roomy construction is perfect for lugging all my necessities in, and then some. With the holiday season coming up, I think it’ll be the ideal travel companion—here is to hoping I can get it off my wishlist and into my wardrobe in time for some city exploring.

Alyssa Lee, Editorial Assistant: Christopher Kane feather embellished neoprene sneakers

Knowing the guaranteed extensive selection of lust-worthy leather goods, I trekked into the less travelled road of plumage. Lo and behold, within a single scroll, my eyes landed on a creation by my one and only, Christopher Kane. He embraces feathery goodness with the kind of bravado only Kane is capable of. Before we touch on the embellishment, the actual sneaker is actually quite on trend, with a minimalist monochromatic aesthetic executed in the very now neoprene. The criss-crossed straps and plastic buckles would have made for a covetable shoe and sealed the deal for any other designer. But surely not Christopher Kane. At the crown of the shoe sprouts an astonishingly healthy tuft of skinny green and pink feathers, standing as tall as their weak spines can manage. It is this type of subversive twist to the norm that Kane doles out so expertly time after time. However, when you think of it, the shoes above bear strangely jarring resemblance to troll dolls. Could that be a clue of Kane’s diabolical masterplan to ‘troll’ his admirers? Think about it: bejewelled crocs and potted-plant sneaks? Sadly, with my blind love for his stuff and those shoes on my feet, one could say that I’ve been trolled.

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What’s in Team Buro’s handbags?

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What’s in Team Buro’s handbags?
Exchanging handbag stories

21.05.2018
By Cai Mei Khoo

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If shoes maketh the man, then a woman’s handbag must reveal facets of her personality. Case in point, the Chanel 2.55 bag, created by Gabrielle Chanel in the month of February 1955. Here was a bag created in response to women’s desire for independence, made of materials that were considered revolutionary at that time—lambskin, jersey, and silk, quilted and finished off with a shoulder strap made of metal chain links or interlaced with leather. The Chanel 2.55 bag was a bag that was as daring and inherently timeless as Mademoiselle Chanel was.

For Chanel Spring/Summer 2018, Karl Lagerfeld was inspired by nature, specifically by the element of water, reflected in the various shades of blue, transparent PVC, metallic shine, and shimmering iridescence punctuated with the sparkle of crystals.

Watch the video below to find out our picks this season, while we reveal the content of our bags:

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Videography and editing: Chong Yi Suen

Location: Zhongshan Building

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A giveaway to celebrate GuavaPass KL’s first anniversary

08.10.2018
By Rachel Au

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It wasn’t too long ago when we first shared the news that GuavaPass has arrived in KL. But actually, it’s been one whole year. “The entire GuavaPass team is extremely excited about turning one! We’ve seen a twenty-fold growth in acquisition this year, which proves the fitness trend is on the rise here in Kuala Lumpur and we hope that this will continue as Malaysians pay more attention to their overall wellness,” said Diane Chia, General Manager of GuavaPass.

And so, what better way to celebrate this milestone than throwing a huge fitness party? Happening on 27 October at the recently unveiled Sentul Depot by YTL Land, the 12-hour festival will feature a throng of fitness and wellness sessions, food and drink booths, some shopping to be done, surprises from lululemon, Calvin Klein Performance and more. Oh, and a very exclusive Buro 24/7 Malaysia x GuavaPass KL workout session**: Electro House Yoga.

As its name suggests, the unique yoga class is for both music and movement lovers where Kylie Denis of Omology Yoga will guide participants through a mind and body detox flow against her signature electro-house playlist as the soundtrack. The only way into this class is through this very giveaway but that’s not all you’ll be winning.
5 lucky readers will each win:
1x Sugarmat (a luxurious yet eco-friendly designer yoga mat that’s provides anti-slipping grip and protection)
1x GuavaPass KL Turns 1 All-Day Pass (entitles participant to all-day entry as well as four pre-selected fitness sessions, which includes the Buro workout session)
1x GuavaPass goodie bag

An additional 20 readers will be chosen to each win:
1x slot in the Buro workout session*
1x GuavaPass goodie bag
*Upon registration, you will be tagged with a coloured wristband for entry into the Buro workout session space.
**The exclusive Buro 24/7 Malaysia x GuavaPass KL workout is a one-hour session and will start at 11am.

The giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the following winners:
5 lucky winners

Karen Lee
Sharon Chandar
Karmen Wong
Wan Pei Xuan
Sabrina Lim

20 Readers for BURO workout session

Manjula Tamara Esotharan
Penny Wong
Bella Suhaimi
Stella Lim
Jean Lee
Sara Leong
Kubrina Dass
Merrill Gayongala
Lina Abdullah
Kelly Lau
Adeline Chan
Aja Ng
Jasmine Goh
Foo Yen San
Brenda Yew
Tan Tee Cheng
Lim Pei Hsing
Chan Wai Ean
Alyshea Low
Raqeema Yuzer

The giveaway runs from today till 21 October 2018. Winners will be announced on 23 October 2018 on this page. By joining this giveaway, you will be automatically subscribed to our Buro 24/7 Malaysia e-newsletter. Other terms and conditions apply*.
1. Employees of Buro 24/7 Malaysia and its related corporations (“Indochine Media Ventures”) or Buro 24/7 Malaysia partners and/or sponsors for the giveaway (if applicable), and their immediate family members (including spouses, children, parents, brothers and sisters) are not eligible to participate in the giveaway.
2. Winners of this giveaway are chosen at random.
3. This giveaway is organised by Buro 24/7 Malaysia (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Organiser’).
4. The prizes for this giveaway are neither exchangeable for cash nor transferable.
5. All persons (‘Participants’) taking part in this giveaway agree that these rules shall be binding on them, and that the entries in this giveaway, including their name and likeness, may be used without restriction in any future publicity material by the Organiser.
6. The Organiser reserves the right to amend these rules or terminate the giveaway at any time at its sole and absolute discretion. All decisions made by the Organiser under these rules shall be final and no discussion or correspondence will be entertained. The Organiser may, but is not required to, justify any decisions relating to this giveaway.
7. The Participant acknowledges that the interest and good reputation of the Organiser are of paramount importance. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify a Participant from the giveaway, or to withdraw the prize if it is believed the Participant is in breach of its obligations under the rules. The Participants shall not by act or omission, directly or indirectly bring the Organiser into disrepute.
8. All entries are sent at the risk of the Participants and in the event that there are technical difficulties experienced arising out of the internet or from any associated equipment or internet security is compromised, the Organiser may at its sole and absolute discretion disqualify the entire entry and shall not accept any liability doing so.
9. Giveaway entries may only be submitted via the stated medium of communication.
10. This giveaway is open to anyone above 18 years old.
11. Each entry must be completed in full. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify any incomplete entries in its sole and absolute discretion.
12. Participants shall only submit one entry and multiple entries of the same shall be treated as ‘spam’ and shall be ignored.
13. Incomplete entries will be deemed void.
14. Winners will be notified by email.
15. Uses of ‘aliases’ shall be considered a form of deception and are prohibited.
16. The winner must produce their original IC / passport with legible IC / passport number in order to claim the prize. The winner may also be required to produce additional original proof of identity at the discretion of the Organiser.
17. All Prizes are accepted entirely at the risk of the winner, and the Organiser excludes all warranties in connection with the prize to the extent permitted by law.
18. All Participants release from, and indemnify the Organiser, its agencies, sponsors and representatives against, all liability, cost, loss or expense arising out of acceptance of any prize or participation in the giveaway including (but not limited to) personal injury and damage to property and whether direct or consequential, foreseeable, due to some negligent act or omission or otherwise.
19. All personal particulars furnished are meant for identification purposes and will not be sold or given to any third parties. In the case of giveaways, our partners may wish to offer you services which require your personal particulars. These specific requests will be expressly stated within relevant giveaways, with a choice to opt out.
20. Inability to contact the winner by 5 October 2018 will result in disqualification and selection of an alternate winner.
21. Winners must collect their gifts from our office in Mont Kiara within 1 month of notification.
22. Prizes are final; no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be given. Prizes are non-transferable, non-exchangeable and strictly not for resale. If the winner is found to be selling the prize(s), the Organiser reserves the right to demand the return of the prize.

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Top models we love in AW16

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Top models we love in AW16
Star strutters

28.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Last week, we presented with you top five breakout faces on the runways of AW16, from the edgy, ever-versatile Dilone to Alexander Wang’s semi-exclusive Katie Moore. So this week, we salute the top models in the industry, and when we mean ‘top’, we’re talking models who’ve walked more than 50 shows this fashion month:

Maartje Verhoef

This Dutch beauty isn’t new to the industry, having walked 66 shows during last spring coupled with her magazine cover appearances (Vogue Russia and Germany being her latest) and a slew of ad campaigns (she’s the new face for Alexander McQueen’s Bloom At Night fragrance). When she’s not busy sauntering the runways, you’d spot Verhoef repping her effortless off-duty model style on the streets during fashion month.

Marjan Jonkman

Another Dutch face in this list is Marjan Jonkman, whose platinum blond locks and doll-like blue eyes landed her an exclusive with Saint Laurent back in Spring 2015. Jonkman has had 60 shows under her belt this AW16, including big names such as Chanel, Dior, Gucci, Fendi, Alexander Wang, and Saint Laurent.

Lineisy Montero

Santo Domingo native Lineisy Montero probably didn’t see what was coming right after walking exclusively for Prada AW15. Montero went from rollercoaster rides (she was discovered in an amusement park) to runway-ready in a year, and has been touted to be the new face of the season. Another one who’s got smashing street style credentials, stalk her IG for to find out all the shows she’s walked this season (a total of 61 if you didn’t know already).

Odette Pavlova

Russian native Odette Pavlova and her twin sister Lia are perhaps the only siblings (twins too!) taking the runway world by storm at the moment. Odette has been spotted at Louis Vuitton, Celine, Chanel, Fendi, and Lemaire among the 62 shows this AW16 season thanks to her edgy/versatile appearance.

Lia Pavlova

Just about the most hardworking model this past fashion month, Lia Pavlova blazed the stage by walking at 71 shows this AW16, including opening for Saint Laurent, Coach 1941, Gareth Pugh, and closing for Gucci and Victoria Beckham. One reason why she’s conquering the runways? Pavlova can pull off any look, be it contemporary workwear (Boss) or punk/rocker-cool (Saint Laurent).

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Funny fashion scenarios likely to happen after the MCO is lifted

05.04.2020
By Stephanie Boey

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What’s life going to look like after the COVID-19 pandemic has subsided? While we Malaysians remain in our homes as we flatten the curve, China has reported to be resuming normality after a two-month lockdown, as infection records have been dropping significantly. It’s back to business, but not quite as usual. A quick Google image search shows citizens back to their daily routines, the employed are back in their respective fields, and in restaurants and nightclubs, waiters, bartenders and patrons don the necessary face accessory of the year—masks.
We reckon it’ll take a couple of months for things to completely go back to normal.  Acclimatising to a world post COVID-19 will be something we have to think about. Like, once the MCO has been lifted, will social distancing still be a thing?
Below, we imagined a few possible fashion scenarios, illustrated by most head-turning looks from Spring/Summer 2020.
1) Social distancing remains a thing
Taking cue from our neighbours in China, social distancing may still be advised in the early weeks. Here’s a few inspirations on how you can keep your distance… in style.

Chalayan Spring/Summer 2020

Manish Arora Spring/Summer 2020

Matty Bovan Spring/Summer 2020

Matty Bovan Spring/Summer 2020

Ozlana Spring/Summer 2020

Thome Browne Spring/Summer 2020

Thome Browne Spring/Summer 2020

2) Accidentally wearing inside clothes outdoors
You may want to do a quick mirror check before you head out the door for the very first time. After weeks of work from home attire, the last thing you need is accidentally leaving in house slippers.

Brognano Spring/Summer 2020

Christian Cowan Spring/Summer 2020

Mrhua Mrshua Spring/Summer 2020

Fyodor Golan Spring/Summer 2020

John Rogers Spring/Summer 2020

3) How to tell all your friends that you’ve watched Tiger King on Netflix
The  “craziest show on Netflix” is a definite conversation starter. Pull off a Joe Exotic-inspired look in head-to-toe animal print with his beloved tiger stripes as the key interest.

Bobby Abley Spring/Summer 2020
4) You’re gonna miss your pets
Alas, all that extra time with your furry friends will come to an end. Soothe any separation anxiety with cute animal motifs, or better yet…write in and request for a pet-friendly workplace or adopt a pet for the office.

Marc Jacobs Spring/Summer 2020
5) Consider comfortable transit clothes
Working from home sure has its perks. One of them being cutting off commuting time completely. Before we go back to our regular modes of transportation, perhaps consider comfortable clothes that will make your commute less of a hassle. Puffy padded shoulders are great to lean on while you nap on the train.

Hellessy Spring/Summer 2020
6) First stop once the MCO has been lifted: The salon
 For those of us who are not as skilled in the self-hair cutting department, we’ll have to resort to waiting for salons to open. Copped a fringe you’d prefer to grow out? Here’s our guide to growing yours out gracefully.

Commes des Garçons Spring/Summer 2020

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#WednesdayWishlist: Seeing red

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#WednesdayWishlist: Seeing red
A fiery hue

01.02.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Cai Mei Khoo, Editor in Chief: Vivetta maxi dress from Moda Operandi

I love Vivetta for its playful, youthful vibe and for Pre-Fall 2016, the collection was preppy meets granny chic. If there’s one look I’d like to try, it would be just that – I’ve got my eye on this dress that exudes the mood perfectly – just add statement frames and chunky platform heels.

Jason Lim, Fashion Editor: Beechwood shoe-care and shoe-tree kit by Turms

After having been shoeless for nearly five months, my babies are finally back in my possession but not having been shown any love since September last year, some are looking a little worse for wear. Learning to live with less also means taking care of what I do have to ensure they have as long a life as possible, so a shoe care kit beautifully packaged in a red beechwood case (made in Italy!) is essential for the upkeep of my footwear. The box contains everything necessary to ensure your gear is in tiptop condition: shoe shampoo and deodorant, four different tins of polish, suede protector and shoe trees.

Loh Wei Yeen, Fashion & Beauty Writer: Christian Louboutin Sheer Voile Lip Colour in Mexicatchy

When I think of red, the first thing that comes to mind is red-soled maestro Christian Louboutin’s luxury heels. But as much as I love the idea of tottering in heels this festive season (or any day of the week), I’d vouch for comfort over elongated legs and achy feet. So the next best thing I’d go for that has gold status and comes in red, is the French brand’s lipstick. Inspired by Middle Eastern antiquities and Art Deco movement, the lipstick is encased in a vial-like body with a crown cap that can be threaded with a silk ribbon to wear it as a necklace. Talk about making two major statements at one go: A fiery lip colour and a bold accessory around my neck.

Jessica Fang, Culture Writer: Watch Deadpool

Okay, so I am guilty of buying into the hype of the upcoming Deadpool film – you know, the one starring Ryan Reynolds clad in that signature red bodysuit. I was first introduced to this character when I played the Marvel: Ultimate Alliance game and was both charmed and annoyed at the fact that I couldn’t tell whether the masked antihero was ultimately good or bad. The best part is, Deadpool joins the X-men film series lineup and is the second ever character-centric film following many, many years filled with Wolverine-led films. I can’t wait to watch this film when it comes out in cinemas 11 February.

Rachel Au, Lifestyle Writer: Globe-Trotter Centenary trolley case

My grandparents are super traditional when it comes to Chinese New Year, which means they can’t spot me in black throughout the 15 days. As I love my neutral tones, especially white and black (which makes for a terrible combination according to Chinese belief), I dread being decked in red (or yellow – that’s the leeway). On that note, however, I do love red accessories and bags. As I’ll be traveling during the long holiday period, a red coloured luggage seems only fitting to add in that ‘Ong’ factor but not just any simple red baggage. I’ve got my eye on this gorgeous Centenary trolley case from Globe-trotter that gives off both a vintage and Oriental vibe. It’s the perfect size for a carry-on luggage, it’s lighter than aluminium yet tougher than leather as it’s made from vulcanised fibreboard, and it’ll look great in my travel photos. Yes, it’s definitely going to be one of the rare moments where I’ll be proud to be seen in, or rather with red.

Su Fen Tan, Editorial Assistant: Christopher Kane Love Heart embroidered cutout crepe mini skirt

Usually one for the low-key road, it’s safe to say that red is not my favourite colour. In fact, there isn’t a single red item in my wardrobe. Fortunately my family is cool with us not donning the classic CNY shade when it comes to this time of the year. But if I really had to roll with it, this Christopher Kane mini skirt will fit the bill nicely—bold, yet not overpoweringly so. And the beautiful embroidered cut-out hearts makes it a lovely pick for Valentines too.

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This transparent luggage by Rimowa and Off-White is a beauty

07.06.2018
By Rachel Au

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One thing’s for sure; the airport security won’t have to worry about what’s in your luggage if you’re carrying the transparent Rimowa x Off-White carry on. The much-anticipated collaboration resulted in a distinctive transparent polycarbonate luggage accented with black handles, wheels and labelling on the locks and telescopic handle. It’s gorgeous yet cheeky yet possibly impractical. And yet, it’s meant to feel that way.
rimowa off white luggage
The Off-White founder, also Louis Vuitton’s menswear artistic director, Virgil Abloh considers it to be akin to a performance art piece—a response to today’s obsessive talk of privacy culture of surveillance and anonymity. “This collaboration was an experimentation where we studied travelling and one’s emotional connection to their own ‘personal belongings’,” said Abloh.
rimowa off white transparent suitcase
The Rimowa x Off-White piece features the Flex-Divider system in black, Rimowa’s silent Multiwheel system and TSA combination locks. It also includes customised bags and an exclusive transparent amenity kit with an additional set of wheels in Off-White orange.
rimowa off white amenity kit
At €850, it’s certainly a decent price if one is to treat it as an art piece but it’s so exclusive that it’s only available, from June 25th onwards, in select Rimowa and Off-White stores, on rimowa.com (Europe), at select wholesale partners, and in a pop-up store on wechat.

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Buro 24/7 Exclusive: Power designer Gabriela Hearst
"I don't believe in perfection"

07.01.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Gabriela Hearst is one name that will be on everyone’s list of designers to watch this season, and for good reason: Her eponymous label that was first launched in autumn/winter 2015 features a ready-to-wear collection of rustic knits, sturdy outerwear and ethereal dresses—all inspired by her childhood days spent at family-owned ranches in Uruguay.
Buro 24/7 Russia sits down with the rising star to discuss her creative ethos, American fashion and why she doesn’t believe in striving for perfection.

You launched a new label nearly a year ago and before that you had another successful brand Candela. Why did you decide to start a new chapter?
I started Candela when I was young, in my early twenties. It was more in the contemporary category. In the past few years, when I was thinking about clothing, I realized that I always had a strong passion for making things in the best quality possible. And you cannot take a brand with a certain price point to another price point. We had to create something new and I think that Gabriela Hearst is much more reflective of what I do today as a woman, of what I believe in and what I want to do in general.

How has your design approach changed in these ten years?
The main thing is that I am much more confident to voice exactly what I want and how I want it. I would say that Gabriela Hearst is more of a complete vision. It is really what I believe we should be putting out as a product.

There is a brilliant new wave of women in America who are making new fashion that manifests modern femininity. I mean designers like Rosetta Getty and Rosie Assoulin. Do you feel you have something similar with these designers or are you completely independent and following your own vision?
Well, we are all women. These designers are very talented, so it’s an honour for me to be seen as one of them. We all have our own distinctive styles and I think we’re all trying to say something different with our clothes. But the main point of comment is that we are all very passionate about what we do. There’s a certain point of view when women design clothes for women. We all have different backgrounds. For example, I was raised in Uruguay. When it comes to my clothes I combine luxury with rustic elements. So you cannot take a girl out of a country.

Let’s talk about this new wave in American fashion. Do you think it is a modern phenomenon?
I can only talk about what I’m doing, which is thinking about the whole process and combining beautiful materials with great design and functionality. I want my clothes to function; I want my coat to protect you from the cold weather. In this weird world that we live in today we are travelling so much and I want these clothes to adapt. I want to make sure that it’s made to last and that you don’t buy it and then throw it away later. I feel completely averse to buying and throwing away. I want people to buy it and to keep it. I want to make sure of that – that’s just the way I grew up. I’m sure that people in Russia feel the same way. I think that you also only had a few things, but they had to be good because they had to last a long time.

Do you think that women are a little bit tired of weird proportions? Maybe they just want simple pieces for their daily lives. Could this be the reason behind this new wave of fashion?
I think that women are doing a lot. We are working and we are doing a lot. The clothes have to communicate that. Women want to feel strong and comfortable, but they also want to be attractive. I don’t want to use the word “simple”, because maybe it translates as something different.

Maybe we can call it functional?
Maybe functional or well thought-out, but also it’s not about clothes that say “me, me, me, look at me” all the time. It’s about an understanding that somebody has made an intelligent choice in what they are wearing, because it’s well made, it comes from a good source and it protects everyone.

Is there a big difference between your personal style and the look of a woman who you are representing in your collections?
Well, our design process is always collaborative. Overall, our vision shows what we think and what I would wear as a style. I only have one point of view but that doesn’t mean that the women that I’m going to dress will have the same point of view. I try to send the message directly but we are only doing as much…  There is nothing in my collection that I wouldn’t wear myself. Everything that is going to be put out there – I would wear every single piece.  If I wouldn’t wear or buy it, then I don’t approve it.

I found a quote from one of your interviews. You said: “It makes me comfortable when something is not perfect”. What kind of imperfections do you like when creating your pieces?

I like things to have a raw edge. If you touch the material on this skirt, you can feel how beautiful and soft it is; yet there’s a structure and draping to it. But then the edge is going to be raw and the pattern will be a little bit loose. You cannot keep perfection when you have an active live. And I don’t believe in perfection. I believe in trying to get it, but I don’t think it exists.

You style is very minimalistic and very urban but with a sense of poetry. You also use a lot of rustic elements. How do you find balance between minimalism and poetry?
You know, I think a lot about this. When I start designing a piece, the first thing that comes to my mind is a very strong image, a silhouette, an idea. Then I do some rough sketches, I talk with the team and we develop it. I think what I’m doing is abstracting. I’m taking everything out to see exactly what I need and then I add the character again because I don’t want the clothes to be boring or one-dimensional. So at first I need to see what’s the purpose of the piece and then I add more character to it.

What role does knitwear play in your work? I know you do a lot of knits.
Knits are so important! I have to thank my husband for helping me understand it. It looked so obvious from the outside. I inherited a sheep and cattle ranch in Uruquay from my father. On my mother’s side I’m a sixth generation rancher. We have always produced and sold merino wool. So from the beginning I watched sheep being sheared. We sold hundreds of thousands of kilos of wool. And then I’m buying yarn in Italy to make my sweaters. So my husband said: “Why don’t you use some of your wool to make your sweaters?” Now we take wool from our ranch, from the farm, we send it to be washed and spun and then we make sweaters in Uruguay.

And thus they become really authentic…
We are making a film about this. My husband is making a film that will add that layer of understanding. Everybody talks about “from farm to table” – this helps you understand where your food comes from. When you live in cities, you forget where you food comes from. And this is the same thing – to think where your clothes come from, where does the wool come from, what’s the place where it comes from and what’s the process around it

There are designers who sketch and then there are designers who can sew and construct. And what do you do best?
I can sketch but it’s not perfect by any means. I can communicate via drawing. I’m fairly good at communicating an idea by drawing it and then talking about it. I don’t have the technical training in garment construction, so I surround myself with good people who are very technical and we collaborate. Sometimes it’s a bit of an impairment and I have to try really hard to communicate what I want. I wish that I had a proper education for it. But I think that after ten or twelve years in design you do get an idea.

How do you work with fabrics? How do you treat them what are your favourite ones?
I get very excited when talking about yarns, looking at all the different yarns, touching them, and discussing trends. I can think about the clothes and how I want them after I find the material. I like things that are very soft to the body, so I go for silk chiffon or a very thin tissue type of cashmere. I like wool flannels and everything that’s good for layering. When choosing the fabrics we spend a lot of time in this thought process, discovering. And it’s a balance, because sometimes you think of silhouette first. It’s a little bit like songwriting. What do you write first: the music or the lyrics? Depending on who you are, it comes in different ways. Sometimes I see the silhouette first and then I find the fabric for it.

How interested are you in what’s going on in the fashion industry and the whole buzz around it? Do you follow the news? For example, lately everyone was talking about the creative directors leaving big fashion houses.
I think it’s very interesting what goes on and what people are trying to communicate. For me, I was always questioning myself: is this what I want to do or not? At one point I decided that I want to be really good at what I do. I’m trying to achieve that, trying to be the best I can be in my job. And this is the medium that I choose to communicate with. I try to make sure that the message comes from the clothes. It’s business and you are selling a product, but you are also sending out a message. I think that now there’s so much attention in fashion, unlike ever before, so fashion is an extremely good vehicle to communicate with people. The designers at the big fashion houses have a responsibility to make beautiful clothes – that’s wonderful. And they need to make sure that the right message is behind them too, because people are paying attention.

I’m interested what your ambitions are, maybe the less obvious ones. Can you see yourself doing your own line and heading a big fashion house at the same time?

I’m always open to the concept of getting better at what I do. I think what is really appealing about designing for other houses is the access to the craftsmanship and the workmanship. When you are a small designer, you have to do everything yourself, you go to great lengths trying to find the right people. So our process is a bit more difficult. But when you are with a big fashion house, you have access to their workshops and ateliers, so you can have an idea in the morning and in the afternoon you can see it manifested in a muslin fabric or you can have the dress made already. Our timelines are much longer and everything we do takes a long time, because we don’t have that access. I’m curious to see what I would be able to do if I had access to all those things. If you have twelve pencils, how many colors you can do? Imagine what you can do with twenty four pencils in different colors. But you have to do the best with what you have.

Do you think that the fashion industry is a little bit monopolized by men? It seems that most of the creative directors at the helm of big French fashion houses are men.
It’s not only in fashion, it’s tough for women in general in all industries, because we have kids and we have other responsibilities. We are the same and yet we different from men. We should be regarded on the same level, but because we are different, maybe we should be regarded a little bit higher (laughs). A little bit higher, because we do much more.

So men and women should be equal?

Yes, we are equal, but maybe a little bit more (laughs). Add twenty percent more.

Is Uruguay and Latin America where you come from in general a little bit more conservative in terms of relationships within families?
Yes, but at the same time my country is very progressive. We are the eighth country in the world that gave women the right to vote. We have always been very progressive. And because it is a small country, we can experiment with ideas and concepts and take them to the next level. I think it’s about talent and how good you are rather than what gender you are. I’m going to look for the right person and the gender will not influence my decision. These talented men in the big fashion houses have to dedicate a lot of themselves to the work, but women can do it too. We have Phoebe Philo, Stella McCartney, Carolina Herrera, Miuccia Prada, Vivienne Westwood and many other talented women with the queen of all of them – Elsa Schiaparelli; this is the list of women who have elevated fashion and taken it to the next level. But men have always been there. At the turn of the century they have created the first fashion houses.

Can you please tell me a little bit more about life in Uruguay? Does it inspire you? Do you go back there often and how do you spend your time there?
I’ve just had a baby so I haven’t been there for a while, but I’m going there next week. I’m very excited! I’m going straight from Moscow to Uruguay. What inspires me about my country is that its population is only 3.5 million people, it’s very small, and so we can only do quality. We cannot compete on quantity. Quantity is out of the question, so we go for quality. We try to make things of a good quality as much as we can. It is still a Latin country, so there’s a relaxed atmosphere because the climate is good.  So you can be a little bit “ah mañana”, if you know what I mean. I quite like to do things fast, but well.

What do you do at your ranch? Do you ride horses?
Oh yes, I was born riding horses and I’ve been riding all my life. I don’t remember anyone teaching me how to. I remember being taught how to ride a bicycle, but not the horses. We have plenty of horses and all the women in my family ride horses. Everybody is a rancher, that’s what we do.

Do you feel that New York is still the capital of the world? Some people say that London has taken its place.

I think that the world is a global place; there are different capitals for different things. We obviously know that every capital has its particular strength. I love New York. It offers freedom of choice. If you work really hard and you put your heart into it and you’re really focused – you can achieve a lot of things. It’s a place where opportunities can manifest.

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9 Best self-improvement podcasts to listen to during isolation

16.04.2020
By Kelly Lim

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In the age of longer screen time and shorter attention spans, we’re all trying to find new ways to absorb information. Like a good book in audio form, they offer an alternative way to keep your mind entertained and sharp, favouring nuance and honest, open dialogues, while providing a much-needed escape from the screen. During these unprecedented times of isolation, what better way to learn, motivate and inspire yourself than to plug in a podcast and relax?
If by now, you’ve re-read all your favourite books, exhausted your newfound baking skills and binge-watched too much Netflix, don’t fret. We’ve rounded up a few of the best podcasts out there, loosely in the self-help world—some for self-reflection, some thought-provoking, and others just downright calming. So turn off the news, stop checking social media, and take some time out for yourself:
THE MINIMALISTS

Want to Marie Kondo your mind? Tune in to The Minimalists, a podcast run by best friends Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, centred around a minimalist philosophy of living life with less to make more space for what you love. From discussions on self-care to living with intention, the podcast advocates a lifestyle where reducing clutter both figuratively and literally can help increase efficiency, well-being and productivity in all areas of your life.
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HOW TO FAIL WITH ELIZABETH DAY

Embrace failure in order to succeed better—that’s what journalist Elizabeth Day advocates in her podcast. With interesting lessons on the importance of how to continue after failing than about what you’re doing to succeed, the podcast makes for fun and easy listening through honest stories told with humility. Each episode invites real-life people you can aspire to and learn from, from singer Emelie Sandé to Michelin-star chef Tom Kerridge.
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UNLOCKING US

Hosted by bestselling author Brené Brown, this podcast features conversations that are “real, unpolished, honest, and reflects both the magic and the messiness of what it means to be human.” Drawing from 20 years of expertise on how emotions and experiences bring meaning and purpose to our lives, Brown tackles issues ranging from social justice to day-to-day anxiety through heartfelt dialogues with people that teach, challenge and confuse her.
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DELICIOUSLY ELLA

Hosted by husband and wife duo Ella (also known for her plant-based recipes) and Matthew Mills, this podcast delves into the world of physical and mental health, well-being and staying positive in a busy world. Each episode welcomes a new guest, from doctors to authors to wellness experts, to discuss relevant topics including coping with the current uncertainty, how to build a healthy and happy brain and whether our quest for a happy ever after is a myth.
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HAPPIER WITH GRETCHEN RUBIN

A cult well-being classic, this podcast has had over 95 million downloads and for good reason too. What began as author Gretchin Rubin’s book The Happiness Project has evolved into a powerful audio series co-hosted with her sister about the happiness hacks for everyday life. Each episode offers easy tips to help you create lasting healthy habits and methods to tackle different issues in your life, based on your personality type. From weekly phone dates with your best friend to the joy of music, this is the podcast a go-to when you need a little motivation and a dose of happiness.
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UNTANGLE

What better way to calm yourself down than through meditation? Whether you’ve been meaning to start or you’re already putting it into practice, Untangle is a great place to learn about how mindfulness practices have changed lives. Featuring a rich collection of interviews, the podcast focuses on inspirational individuals, from business leaders to neuroscientists, who share their true and heartfelt stories and the benefits of mindful practices. It also offers guided meditations to help you slow down and reduce stress.
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ALONEMENT

Self-isolation got you down? Celebrate the joy of spending time alone! Coined by Journalist Francesca Specter, alonement means being alone without being lonely. Each episode, Specter asks a new guest about the time they spend by themselves and why it’s important, in order to spotlight the most important relationship you’ll ever have: your relationship with yourself. Take cues from her chat with School of Life founder Alain de Botton on why we need to make the state of being ‘alone’ glamorous.
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SLOW RADIO

Like a massage for your brain, BBC Radio 3’s Slow Radio is the perfect podcast to listen to while you work (due to its absence of words) or when you wake up. Each episode features varied sounds from the world, from the intermingling sounds of fountains adorning the Alhambra Palace in Spain with flamenco singers to the calls of Lapland buntings around a Siberian freshwater lake mixed with choral music. It’s the ideal antidote to current times, for you to “step back, let go, immerse yourself” in pure sound.
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THE HEART

The Heart is an award-winning audio art project about intimacy and humanity told through a feminist lens with experimental and immersive sound design. Told by a community of writers, radio makers and artists, the podcast shares thoughtful and honest stories about love, bodies, power dynamics and emotions through perspectives outside the dominant culture. As each episode digs deep into narratives that affect us personally in one way or another, listening to this podcast is almost like living in your own imagination. Start off with the 2015 critically-acclaimed audio piece, Movies In Your Head, a radio play exploring how perception is altered in early romantic relationships.
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Dinner In The Sky Malaysia heads to MotoGP 2016 at Sepang
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12.10.2016
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If you missed their previous session in Johor, now’s the chance as Dinner in The Sky Malaysia is back—but it won’t be just like their usual dining experience. Making its world debut and in collaboration with Sepang International Circuit, they will be hosting a special attraction called Watch The Race From the Sky for the Shell Malaysia Motorcycle Grand Prix 2016.

Guests will be hoisted at the South Paddock of Sepang International Circuit, giving diners a thrilling experience as well as a spectacular view of the MotoGP race and a 360° view of the track. Held over the course of three days from 28 October till 30 October, diners can expect a gastronomical menu served by celebrity chef, Sherson Lian of Kitchen Mafia.

Watch The Race From the Sky will be priced starting from RM299 per person. For more information, visit their website.

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All the hair inspo you need to take on Pantone’s Colour of 2018
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If you haven’t heard (or read) the news yet, Pantone has officially announced Ultra Violet as its Colour of the Year 2018. Rather than a pastel lilac or sprightly lavender, the shade has more depth than that—described as “dramatically provocative and thoughtful, Pantone 18-3838 Ultra Violet communicates originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking that points us toward the future”.
While we aren’t sure about it communicating visionary thinking, we do agree that this striking shade packs a punch—from being associated with royalty to its symbolic expression (experimentation and non-conformity). Beauty wise, this colour screams edgy especially when it’s in the form of a lip colour. But if you’re looking for something more permanent and statement-making, dare we suggest colouring your hair in this vibrant shade? In case your gut feeling is saying that ultraviolet isn’t for you, explore other shades within the same colour wheel for an exciting new look. Click on to see which celebrity hairdo you can reference for your next hair colouring appointment:
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We’ve been swept away by the gold rush and as party season fast approaches, we’ve got nothing by luxurious hues of yellow gold on our minds. It’s the easiest way to add a touch of glamour to your outfit—a gold shoe is an instant lift to the perfect LBD you’re planning on breaking out this party season.
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The T-shirt takeover at Fashion Week AW17
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09.03.2017
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It’s official: the T-shirt trend has officially taken over the streets at Fashion Week. While the laidback item may seem like an understated choice, their outfits are anything but dressed down. From flaunting vintage logos to cool graphics and quirky slogans, they paired the key piece with statement jackets, under bustiers and the next best wardrobe staple, jeans. Our personal favourite? The variation of the Gucci T-shirts that seems to be a popular choice among the street style set throughout fashion month. But since the It-piece is sold out almost everywhere, opt for normcore options from sports or basic brands, and check out our gallery below on how you can create a look that is way more luxe than its price tag:  {insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Street style – t-shirt” rid=”4896″ order=”a_tstamp”}
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Tried-and-Tested: 5 Malaysian beauty products we’ve been loving in 2022
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18.08.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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From skincare to makeup to wellness and beyond, here are five Malaysian beauty launches we’ve been loving from 2022:

Glow Gen
Pink Clay Purifying Mask, RM85

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“As someone with oily, breakout-prone skin, I’ve always been drawn to clay masks. However, most tend to leave my skin uncomfortably tight and dry. Thankfully, the trend of overly-drying, densely-packed clay masks is going by the wayside to make room a new generation of formulations—ones that are hydrating and non-stripping, complete with stunning whipped textures.
“Glow Gen is a new brand launched just a couple of months ago. It’s owned by an Australian-Malaysian couple, and their brand philosophy is all about balancing clinically-proven ingredients with heritage extract from both founders’ home countries. This particular clay mask has a base of Australian pink clay blended with hydrating hyaluronic acid and antioxidant-packed Malaysian mangosteen extract.
“I’ve been using this mask twice a week for the last month, and I can safely say that it has been a revelation in my routine. It’s a really soothing nighttime ritual for me, and it leaves my skin feeling and looking so smooth and radiant once it’s washed off. Better yet, it’s whipped texture feels wonderful on my skin, and it does not dry my skin out whatsoever. I’d definitely recommend this for those with sensitive, combination-to-oily skin (like me), but I also think that it would work really well for dry skin types that need an extra boost of radiance as it is so gentle.” — Redzhanna Jazmin, Beauty Writer
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Lumi Beauty
Bakuchiol Skydew Cloud Moisturiser, RM138

“As someone with combination skin that easily gets dry, I typically prefer moisturisers with a thick and creamy consistency. So when I heard about Lumi’s Bakuchiol Skydew Cloud Moisturiser, I didn’t think it would do well with my skin at all. Safe to say that I was proven wrong!
“Like the name describes, the moisturiser is very much cloud-like. It’s lightweight, airy, and absorbs into my skin effortlessly. Although it dries down quickly, it leaves my skin feeling soft and hydrated with a dewy glow that lasts throughout the day. But what made this moisturiser a new favourite in my routine is its bakuchiol ingredient which is a plant-based retinol. For me, any skincare product that uses any form of retinol—I’m sold.
“Compared to most retinol products, the Bakuchiol Skydew Cloud Moisturiser doesn’t leave my skin feeling oily, which makes it comfortable to wear both in the day and night. It’s truly a product for everyone regardless of their skin type and I couldn’t recommend it enough!” — Phyllis Wu, Editorial Assistant
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Hanya
Hanya’s Hand Sanitiser 20ml, RM14.90

“Since the pandemic, I’ve become quite the connoisseur of hand sanitisers, if I do say so myself. When it comes to the stuff, I am very particular: It can’t leave a sticky residue, its packaging has to be easily portable, it must be easily dispensed, and it absolutely cannot take ages to rub in (I’m a busy bee!).
“This hand sanitiser ticks all my boxes—and more! In addition to being the ideal formulation, it also smells incredible, is pH-balanced so it doesn’t irritate my skin, and it’s both refillable and reusable. Needless to say, I’m obsessed.
“On top of that, it’s also 70 per cent alcohol, which means that it is, in fact, doing its job of sanitising my hands (and phone)—a great relief by all accounts. TL;DR: This is my new favourite hand sanitiser.” — Redzhanna Jazmin, Beauty Writer
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Kittie Yiyi Beauty
Cross The Line Eyeliner in Little Women, RM68

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“If you know me, you’ll know that I love a good liquid liner, so the Cross The Line collection from Kittie Yiyi Beauty was kind of a godsend. Ever since this collection launched last year, it has been a constant in my everyday routine. Now, the collection of seven liners includes an array of bold shades (think shocking pink, vibrant red, deep blue and sunny yellow), but it also has two neutrals—black and the brand-new ‘Little Women’ brown shade.
“Any avid fan of our BURO Beauty Stash column will know that I absolutely adored the original lineup, but how does this new shade fare? Expectedly well, as it turns out. While it does take a couple of layers to get the full pigmentation payoff, it’s really easy to use and dries down quickly—a definite plus with my hooded eyes. Personally, my favourite way to wear it is with blue mascara—I just love the combination of brown and blue.
“It’s pretty user-friendly, but I do have one tip: get rid of any excess oil before applying this liner. Any trace of oil on your skin will make the product come out patchy and make the application process pretty much impossible. I suggest mattifying your lids with eyeshadow or a setting powder to get the full pigment payoff. Further, make sure to allow the liner to dry for three to five seconds between layers to avoid any bleeds. Then, go back in and set with a translucent setting powder to keep it in place. When done this way, I’ve not had any trouble with flaking or smudging—even with all-day wear.” — Redzhanna Jazmin, Beauty Writer
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Tanamera
Essential Oils, RM160

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“Not to sound like an MLM girlie, but I’ve really gotten into aromatherapy lately. Specifically, I’ve been trying to create a home environment that’ll get both myself and any potential house guests exclaiming, “Woah! You’ve really outdone yourself this time, Red! Your house smells great!”. Well, that and filling my space with calming, fragrant scents has been a real mood booster for me in these trying times.
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“Sure, candles work fine, but they are 1) too pricey to burn round-the-clock and 2) a fire hazard. So, my new blissful wellness hack is to just put essential oils on everything I own; my clothes, my sofa, my linens—nothing is safe from me and my oils. On top of that, I’ve also nicked my mum’s fancy diffuser to further carry out my antics. The current plan? World domination, obviously.
“Now, onto the important part: The actual oils. I was introduced to Tanamera’s range of essential oils through a press event back in 2020, and I have been a staunch fan ever since. They are potent, high-quality and even come in curated blends for ease of use—though, I do prefer to make my own blends for that extra bespoke touch. My current go-to combo is that of Kashmiri rose, vanilla, and ginger (don’t question it). Better yet, they’re priced reasonably, which is more than what I can say for some other essential oil brands.” — Redzhanna Jazmin, Beauty Writer
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