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[UPDATED] SEA Games 2022: Malaysia medal tally and highlights
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09.05.2022
By Natalie Khoo

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[Note: This article was originally published on 9 May 2022 and has been updated regularly with results of key events, including the medal tally at the end of the page.]
All eyes in the region will be turning to Hanoi, Vietnam this May as the Southeast Asian Games, better known as SEA Games 2021, is set to take place from 12 to 23 May 2022. However, several events such as football and diving will kick off before the announced dates. It was originally scheduled to take place from 21 November to 2 December last year but had been postponed due to the rising Covid-19 cases in Vietnam at the time.
The 31st edition of the Games will feature 40 sports across 526 events, with a total of 5,467 athletes from the 11 Southeast Asian nations in participation. Team Malaysia will see 584 representatives competing in 37 out of the 40 sports.

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National diver Nur Dhabitah Sabri, who won the hearts of Malaysians for placing fourth during the Tokyo Olympics last year, is the appointed flag bearer for the Malaysian delegation. Malaysian Youth and Sports Minister Ahmad Faisal Azumu has announced a target of 146 medals—consisting of 36 gold, 35 silver, and 75 bronze medals. If the country aims to finish in the top five, the contingent will need more than 36 gold medals to secure that position. Among the sports events expected to contribute to the target include athletics, diving, karate, and wushu.
“Out of the 584 athletes we are sending to the SEA Games, 378 will be taking part for the first time and we have no proven statistics to rely on,” the minister said.
“Fifteen sports are expected to contribute to the gold medal target based on current performance,” he added. “Diving and athletics will be our main gold medal hopes this time as we feel they are capable of winning more than five based on current performance.”

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As of the time of writing, Nur Dhabitah Sabri has already bagged the first gold medal of the Games in the women’s 1m springboard event on 8 May. Fellow compatriot Kimberley Bong also secured the silver medal in the same event. Meanwhile, diving duo Ooi Tze Liang and Chew Yi Wei have also won gold in the synchronised 3m springboard event on the same day.
Here are the top Malaysian athletes (read: medal prospects) to watch and when to catch them in action throughout the SEA Games.

Archery
Who:

Men’s recurve: Khairul Annuar Mohamad, Zarif Syahiir Zolkepeli, Bryson Ting, Firdaus Rusmadi
Men’s compound: Juwaidi Mazuki, Alang Ariff Aqil Ghazali, Syafiq Ariffin, Wong Co Wan
Women’s recurve: Nuramalia Haneesha Mazlan, Syaqiera Mashayikh, Nur Ain Ayuni Fozi, Nurul Azreena Fazli
Women’s compound: Fatin Nurfatehah Mat Salleh, Iman Aisyah Norazam, Nur Aina Yasmine Halim, Kayal Vhily

When: 15 to 19 May 2022
Where: Hanoi National Sports Training Centre

Badminton

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 Duo to watch: Men’s doubles pair Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun are aiming for a podium finish at the SEA Games 2021.
Who:

Men’s singles: Lim Chong King, Kok Jing Hong, Lee Shun Yang, Justin Hoh

Men’s doubles: Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun, Haizal Nazri-Wan Arif Wan Junaidi

[Note: The Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) has decided to send junior and back-up players to represent the nation in the sport due to the prestigious Thomas and Uber Cup tournaments being held in Bangkok around the same time.]
When: 16 to 21 May 2022

Men’s Team Preliminary Round / Quarter Finals: 16 May 2022 [Results: Malaysia defeated Vietnam 3-1 to advance to the semi final]
Men’s Team Semi Final: 17 May 2022 [Results: Malaysia defeated Singapore 3-2 to advance to the final]
Men’s Team Final: 18 May 2022 [Results: Thailand defeated Malaysia 3-0 to take the gold, while Malaysia settles for silver]
Mixed doubles final: 22 May 2022 [Results: Malaysia secured historic gold and silver with Tang Jie-Yen Wei winning over compatriots Hoo Pang Ron-Cheah Yee See 15-21, 21-19, 21-13 in a thrilling rubber set match]

Where: Bac Giang Gymnasium

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Planning a unique and personalised date can be very intimidating and time consuming. Researching, making reservations, and buying tickets can be so stressful and confusing that most of us just give up along the way, compromising the romance in our relationships. At Lovesprk, they believe that a great date will spark something magical in a relationship that is essential for lasting love. That is why they will take care of the nitty gritty parts of a perfect date and all you have to do is show up to enjoy the company of your date.

A typical Lovesprk date could consist of a couples spa followed by a candlelight dinner for two, or a private Argentinian tango class followed by a foot massage. Don’t feel like driving? Lovesprk can even arrange for a chauffeur driven car for the night. The possibility is endless and all you have to do is to make an appointment with their Date Consultants to build your perfect date from scratch. If you are just looking for a simple date and are open to ideas, you can always pick and buy any one of the existing date ideas on their website.

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Located right smack in the heart of bustling Seminyak is an oasis of cool, the W Bali – Seminyak. Rows of bamboo plants arch over the long driveway, immediately transporting you far away from the crowds. To the right of the airy lobby, past a shallow pond with towering reeds swaying in the wind, is the entrance of the hotel’s aptly named Away Spa.

An air of tranquility welcomes you the moment you step into the spa. You’re then led to the ladies’ changing room to slip into a robe and slippers to prepare for your spa treatment. Within the changing room, there are also hot, and icy cold plunge pools—perfect for detoxification and increasing blood circulation, as well as a steam room, all of which can be use either before or after treatment.

To further enhance wellbeing and to relieve stress, head to the oxygen bar that’s surrounded with colour-changing LED lights, slip the mask over your face, and inhale deeply. Just a few deeps breaths will have you feeling more than ready for your spa treatment.

The massage I’d signed up for was the Morning After Energising Massage, a 90-minute treatment designed, as its name suggests, for the morning after you partied too hard at that beach club, but is also perfect for post-workout bodies, or jetlagged travellers looking for a sense of renewal.

After a foot soak and scrub, my therapist then handed me a slim bamboo stick, which we did long, slow stretches with, a unique start to the massage. The next hour and a half were pure bliss as my therapist kneaded out the knots in my muscles using her hands and forearms, applying pressure to all the right spots. The soothing scent of the massage oil—a fusion of fresh lime, basil, mint and rosemary leaves, further enhanced the state of semi-unconsciousness I was in, until I was gently awakened by my therapist at the end of the massage.

Post-massage, there are ample lounge areas to relax in, complete with copious amounts of freshly brewed herbal tea and healthy snacks to munch on, but a favourite would be the Chill Bar (still within the Away Spa), with its outdoor seating area where you can catch the last rays of the sun, or better yet, head to the hotel’s WooBar, for front row views of Bali’s stunning sunset.
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4 Extra reasons to subscribe to Apple Fitness+ beginning 10 January 2022

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It’s always the start of the year where most people get super pumped up with resolutions that particularly revolve around fitness and wellbeing. During the course of the pandemic, when most of us couldn’t go to our favourite local gyms, many turned to Youtube, live streams and apps for guided workouts. Some of us have found the perfect momentum and medium; others, not so much. And then, there’s the matter of paying multiple subscriptions to cater to different needs.
Apple Fitness+ aimed to solve it all in one simple subscription fitness service, covering a wide variety of workouts for all levels by some of the most charismatic trainers. Some workouts are even paired with playlists sorted according to artists like Billie Eilish and Calvin Harris. Alternatively, Time to Walk features celebrity guests as they share anecdotes, mimicking the experience of them walking with you by even cueing the Apple Watch to display a photo or play a song. Of course, mindfulness and meditation aren’t forgotten either, as both are integrated into the service too.

One of the joys of working out at a gym is the community or going with friends. A similar experience is found with Apple Fitness+ via Group Workouts, powered by SharePlay, offering support for up to 32 people at a time. How it works: The users would need to be subscribed to the service and will then be able to see each other onscreen through FaceTime on iPhone, iPad or Apple TV. You’ll also be able to see each other’s progress towards closing their Activity Rings—talk about competition!
New programmes are added regularly, and already, there’s so much to explore. However, more exciting features are coming to Apple Fitness+ this January 10. “At the beginning of a new year, we know many people are looking for new ways to go after their goals. With these new additions, Fitness+ makes it easy to get motivated and stay active anywhere, with the most complete library of high-quality and diverse content to train your mind and body, no matter where you are on your fitness journey,” said Jay Blahnik, Apple’s vice president of Fitness Technologies.
Read on to find out what’s coming to Apple Fitness+.
1. Collections

Considering the vast amount of content (almost 2,000!) on Apple Fitness+, it can get overwhelming trying to find the workouts to suit your goal(s). In comes Collections, a personalised curation of workouts and meditations from the said library to match your needs. The feature will even include a suggested plan so you can make intentional training choices for the days or weeks to come. The feature will launch first with six Collections:

30-Day Core Challenge
Improve Your Posture with Pilates
Perfect Your Yoga Balance Poses
Run Your First 5K
Strengthen Your Back, Stretch Your Hips
Wind Down for a Better Bedtime

2. Time to Run

Admittedly what we (the writer of this article) are most excited for, Time to Run aims to help users become the runners they’ve always wanted to be (beginner or not) with a unique audio running experience. Each episode is led by one of the lively Fitness+ trainers who will share coaching tips as they follow a popular running route in some of the most popular destinations such as London and Miami Beach.
You’ll also hear motivational and energising music throughout the run through a playlist curated to match the run’s intensity, location, coaching, and the city’s character. To liken the experience of running alongside the trainers, you’ll receive photos of notable sights taken by them during their run along the route. There’ll only be three episodes at launch, but a new episode will be released every Monday thereafter.
For users who use a wheelchair and has an Apple Watch, Time to Run becomes Time to Run or Push, which will give the option between starting a run or an Outdoor Push Running Pace workout.
3. Time to Walk

Two seasons featuring 41 influential guests have been released since the launch of Time to Walk, with Prince William concluding season two as he shared the importance of caring for one’s mental health. Other past notable guests include Naomi Campbell, Camila Cabello, Nick Jonas and Jane Fonda. Season three will be no different, with new episodes added each week. Expect interesting stories from guests ranging from Rebel Wilson to Hasan Minhaj to human rights advocate Black Lives Matter co-founder Ayọ Tomet.
4. Artist Spotlight

This particular writer once tried combing through Youtube for workouts with just songs by Taylor Swift. No luck so far with the ‘All Too Well’ singer, but if you’re a fan of musicians such as Ed Sheeran, Pharrell Williams, Shakira, and the Beatles, here’s some exciting news. They’re the latest artists to be added to the roster under the popular Artist Spotlight series. This feature curates workout playlists with the songs from a single artist, and the workout types could range from Cycling to Dance to HIIT, and even to Treadmill and Yoga. “For me, a great playlist can make or break a workout,” said Shakira. “Music has that power to energise you and make it more fun, so I hope these playlists can be inspiring for the Apple Fitness+ users who choose them too!”
Apple Fitness+ is available in Malaysia for RM19.90 per month or RM119.90 per year. The first month is free for Apple Watch users and you can share the subscription with up to five family members. You can access the service through the Fitness app on iPhone, iPad and Apple TV. For more info, head over to Apple’s website.

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Buro 24/7 Exclusive: Ian Griffiths of Max Mara on his SS17 collection
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22.09.2016
By Cai Mei Khoo

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Your muse for this season was Lina Bo Bardi. How did that come about?
With Cuba opening up, I was starting to think about South America. I also thought about Brazil, because of the Olympics. And I recently re-discovered Brazilian modernism in the 1950s and -60s. I always like to look at what women have done, so I re-discovered an Italian-born architect who worked in Brazil called Lina Bo Bardi. What I loved about her work was that she reflected a sort of Latin American modernism. Her work was modern, but it had curves.

So it was modern but sensual?
Not exactly, but modern design by women has a kind of femininity to it, and I wanted to inject that into our collection, to give it a bit of Latin American oomph.

I love how it was youthful, and had a really great energy to it. Maybe it was because of the sportswear influences, like the bomber jackets.
Yes that was all part of the inspiration. The Olympics took place this year, so we are all thinking about sport, but I was also thinking about Lina Bo Bardi. She’s no longer with us, but she loved new technology, and if had she been alive today, she would love all these new high-tech materials.

Can you tell us about the materials used in the collection?
We went to the sports field and running track, and we took all these materials that you would usually associate with sportswear, as well as techniques like thermal-bonding instead of the traditional sewing method. So these are very high performance materials, but we worked them into new shapes—it is not what you would wear to the gym, but it’s a curvy, sexy dress that you wear on the street, or even the office. It is like sportswear coming into your wardrobe in a way, and it gives you a sense of energy, as you mentioned, the energy and confidence that women need to get on in a man’s world.

What are some of your favourite pieces from the collection?
They are all my favourites, because they are like my babies—I like them all. But I really loved the look that Gigi had on because of the technology and the contrast binding on it. I also loved all the sweaters with the animal motif at the end, because they are playful but chic at the same time.

What material were the sweaters made of?
It is a new yarn that was developed for us. It looks like it’s furry but when you touch it, it feels quite fresh—something you can wear in the summer. Most of the materials in the collection were developed exclusively for us, and they are all very high-performance fabrics.

My favourite was the bright blue jumpsuit. The orange and yellow ones caught my eye too, loved those.
Those colours come from Lina Bo Bardi. And strangely enough, the furniture manufacturer Arpel just re-released her famous bowl chair in all those colours. I didn’t know it when I was designing the collection, so those colours are very Bo Bardi colours.

Any key accessories for the collection?
Definitely. We have to talk about the Bowl Bag, which is inspired by her. If you look at Bo Bardi’s chairs, they are often made with leather, and they feature very beautifully articulated saddle stitching—that was the motif we used all around the edges of the bag. So we used very traditional saddle craft techniques, just as Lina Bo Bardi would have done. And it has this slightly curvy shape that reflects her brand of modernism.

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BURO TV Guide April 2023: 12 Films and TV shows to binge now
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31.03.2023
By Marissa Chin

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This April, get ready to go full-on couch potato mode as this month’s small-screen offerings will keep you glued to your seat! From a psychological thriller about an aspiring chef and an action-packed spy film starring Chris Evans and Ana de Armas to a tale of road rage gone wrong, here’s what you need to watch in April.

Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now

When and where: 5 April 2023 on Netflix
Watch if: You’re a big fat sexy jungle cat (yes, that’s what the fandom is called)
Starring: Lewis Capaldi
While Lewis Capaldi is known for his sorrowful vocals and comedic personality, there’s more to the artist than meets the eye. In this tell-all documentary, viewers will be able to follow the singer’s journey from an ambitious teen that went viral online to a Grammy-nominated pop star.
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Beef

When and where: 6 April 2023 on Netflix
Watch if: You’re a road rager
Starring: Steven Yeun, Ali Wong, Joseph Lee
Admit it, you’ve let out a curse word or feral scream once or twice while on the road. In this relatable comedy-drama, two people who have enough problems of their own collide in a road rage incident that will spark a feud like no other. Maybe next time, you’ll think twice about flipping someone off…
Watch on Netflix.

World’s Most Secret Hotels

When and where: 6 April 2023 on UnifiTV channel 512 and Astro channel 717
Watch if: You’re in a travelling mood
If your wanderlust is taking over, this travel show will let you in on some of the most beautiful yet hidden hotels around the world that you can visit for yourself! From Cambodia to Iceland, you’ll find hotels with breathtaking scenery, stunning interiors and behind-the-scenes secrets that will bring your luxury escape up several notches.
Watch on BBC Player.

Hunger

When and where: 8 April 2023 on Netflix
Watch if: You love the heat of the kitchen
Starring: Chutimon Chuengcharoensukying, Nopachai Jayanama, Gunn Svasti
If you think Gordon Ramsay was tough, think again. In Netflix’s upcoming Thai drama series, a talented young street food cook pushes herself to the limit after accepting an invitation to train under a ruthless and notorious chef. Will she be able to rise above the challenge or crumble under the pressure?
Watch on Netflix.

The Last Thing He Told Me

When and where: 14 April 2023 on Apple TV+
Watch if: You want to play detective
Starring: Jennifer Garner, Angourie Rice, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, John Harlan Kim, Geoff Stults
Based on the best-selling mystery-thriller novel by Laura Dave of the same name, The Last Thing He Told Me tells the story of how a woman must forge a relationship with her estranged stepdaughter to uncover the reason behind her husband’s mysterious disappearance.
Watch on Apple TV+.

Family: The Unbreakable Bond

When and where: 17 April 2023 on Disney+
Watch if: You’re all about unconventional family dynamics
Starring: Jang Hyuk, Chang Nara, Chae Jungan
Fans of Mr and Mrs Smith and Spy Family, you’re going to love this! In this upcoming South Korean spy comedy series, an unassuming family man fools his family and friends into believing he’s nothing but an employee at a local trading company when in reality, he’s a highly accomplished National Intelligence Service (NIS) agent. He keeps up this charade but little does he know, his wife has an explosive secret of her own…
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Ghosted

When and where: 21 April 2023 on Apple TV+
Watch if: You just want to see whatever Chris Evans is in
Starring: Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Adrien Brody, Mike Moh, Amy Sedaris, Tate Donovan
We all have either been ghosted or have done the ghosting. But how many of us would fly halfway across the world for someone we only met once? Romantic or not, Cole certainly did that to track down Sadie—only to make the shocking discovery that she’s a secret agent. No time for second dates though, as both of them are quickly swept away on an international adventure to save the world.
Watch on Apple TV+.

The Last 10 Years

When and where: 21 April 2023 on HBO
Watch if: You’re ready to cry your heart out
Starring: Nana Komatsu, Kentaro Sakaguchi
In this heart-rending film, 20-year-old Matsuri Takabayashi learns that she only has 10 years to live after being diagnosed with an incurable disease. Not dwelling too much on life, she promises herself not to fall in love, but meets Kazuto Manabe at a school reunion. And so begins a touching love story.
Watch on HBO Go.

Gordon, Gino and Fred: Unseen Bits

When and where: 24 April 2023 on UnifiTV channel 512 and Astro channel 717
Watch if: You love best friend shenanigans
Starring: Gordon Ramsay, Gino D’Acampo, Fred Sirieix
Watch close friends Gordon, Gino and Fred take a trip down memory lane as they relive their favourite memories from the epic road trips across Mexico, USA and Morocco. Featuring the funniest unseen bits and bloopers that didn’t make it on TV, this series bares it all.
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Love & Death

When and where: 27 April 2023 on HBO Go
Watch if: You’re in the mood for a spicy, illicit affair
Starring: Elizabeth Olsen, Jesse Plemons, Krysten Ritter, Lily Rabe, Patrick Fugit
This saucy upcoming drama series tells the true story of Candy and Pat Montgomery and Betty and Allan Gore—two churchgoing couples enjoying their small-town Texas life…until an extramarital affair leads somebody to pick up an axe. There’s love, there’s death and there’s also plenty of mystery and intrigue in between.
Watch on HBO Go.

Sweet Tooth Season Two

When and where: 27 April 2023 on Netflix
Watch if: You missed the hybrids
Starring: Nonso Anozie, Christian Convery, Adeel Akhtar
Based on the DC Comic book series by Jeff Lemire, Sweet Tooth returns for a second season and expands on its postapocalyptic universe as Gus and his friends uncover the origins of The Great Crumble. The series tells the story of children who are half-human and half-animal who emerge after a virus takes over the world.
Watch on Netflix.

Peter Pan & Wendy

When and where: 28 April 2023 on Disney+
Watch if: This is your favourite Disney story
Starring: Jude Law, Alexander Molony, Ever Anderson, Yara Shahidi, Alyssa Wapanatâhk, Joshua Pickering, Jacobi Jupe, Molly Parker, Alan Tudyk, Jim Gaffigan
Featuring the beloved characters we all know and love, tune in to Disney’s live-action reimagining of Peter Pan, Wendy Darling, Captain Hook, Tinkerbell and more in this timeless adventure into Neverland. The film follows Wendy and her brothers who journey into a magical land and encounter a boy who refuses to grow up (don’t we all?).
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Xiaohongshu and Lemon8: Everything to know about the trending social media apps
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26.06.2023
By Carmen Chong

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If you’re a TikTok user who spends a significant portion of your time on the video-sharing app, chances are you’ve come across peculiar names like ‘Xiaohongshu’ and ‘Lemon8’.
Otherwise, a pal of yours may have recommended a hip cafe or a cool restaurant you’ve never heard of before, and when you ask them about it further, their response falls along the lines of: “I saw it on Xiaohongshu/Lemon8.”
Well, in case you’ve been living under a rock, Xiaohongshu and Lemon8 are two of the world’s buzziest apps right now. Ahead, we’re sharing everything you should know, so you can make your own judgments and decide if you’d like to get on board these apps.

What exactly are Xiaohongshu and Lemon8?
A screenshot of Xiaohongshu’s homepage.
Dubbed China’s answer to Instagram, Xiaohongshu, which directly translates to Little Red Book, is a social media and e-commerce platform that was launched in 2013. This content-sharing app allows users to post photos with reviews and tips for other users, leave comments, and save content to their own boards, just like Pinterest. In fact, many describe the platform as a hybrid of Instagram and Pinterest with a hint of Taobao, China’s largest online shopping platform.
Besides serving as a product search engine, Xiaohongshu today has garnered over 300 million monthly active users and is a go-to space for user-generated content, digital community-building, and word-of-mouth advertising. What makes the platform increasingly popular is that it has progressively grown into a trusted source of all things trendy and lifestyle product information, particularly regarding beauty, fashion, food, and travel.

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On the other hand, Lemon8 came about much later in 2020 and was brought to life to emulate the success of Xiaohongshu. It was first launched in Japan before being disseminated to the rest of Southeast Asia, USA, and the UK. Today, the app has grown to acquire at least 17 million downloads worldwide, and in April 2023, Lemon8 became the second most downloaded app in the USA after Pinterest.
As you would expect, the layout of Lemon8 bears resemblance to that of Xiaohongshu. You’ll be able to search for photos or videos based on different categories (which vary depending on your location) and also tag your posts with product details, like links, prices, and even location information. While Lemon8 is also accessible via the web, you’ll only be able to utilise its full capabilities on the app version.

Who founded these social media platforms?
A look at the Xiaohongshu mobile app.
Xiaohongshu was founded by two entrepreneurs from China, Miranda Qu and Charlwin Mao, in 2013. The platform was initially set up as an online tour guide for Chinese shoppers, enabling shoppers to share their shopping experiences with its community.
By 2014, the founders then began connecting the platform’s users with global retailers and developed their own cross-border e-commerce platform, where they can purchase products from abroad directly through the app. Evidently, the platform has grown organically to be way more than it was first intended to be.
Lemon8, on the other hand, was brought to life by a company based in Singapore named Heliophilia, as listed on Apple’s App Store. That said, multiple sources have confirmed that Heliophilia is linked to ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, and that it was developed to compete with Xiaohongshu given its outstanding success.

Who are the users on these platforms?

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On Xiaohongshu, at least 70 per cent to 80 per cent of its users are women with disposable incomes and over 50 per cent are between the ages of 18 and 35, with many of them being content creators. This is unsurprising as the platform works with many global fashion and beauty brands to market their products within the app. Most of its users also live in China’s top-tier, more affluent cities.
Although it is made accessible to anyone over the age of 13 (as per its age limitations on the app), the majority of its main demographic is a Gen Z audience, which means users between the ages of 8 and 23. That said, as the app is increasing in popularity, its demographic is gradually transitioning to match Xiaohongshu’s audience.

What are some of the similarities and differences between the two platforms?
A screenshot of the Xiaohongshu platform.
Both Xiaohongshu and Lemon8 share a similar layout a la Pinterest, with a two-column grid that displays photos and videos. While you do have a For You and Explore section on both apps, there are searchable topics, such as beauty, fashion, travel, food, wellness, fitness, and more. Currently, there are way more topics on Xiaohongshu as compared to Lemon8.
As previously mentioned, both apps allow users to upload photos and videos, which may contain products, and tag the posts with specific details, such as links, reviews, comments, prices, and location information. Like Instagram, you’ll also be able to follow people and get suggestions of people you may want to follow for content.

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Given its novelty, it seems that Lemon8 still lacks certain features as compared to Xiaohongshu. For instance, Xiaohongshu has a Nearby feature whereby you will be able to search for posts, people, and products that are within close proximity to your current location. This enables users to pinpoint trending places to visit nearby, and also discover local products to purchase.
Pertaining to e-commerce, Xiaohongshu beats Lemon8 by a huge mile as it has an independent e-commerce marketplace comprising two types of merchants: self-run stores and third-party brand owners. Additionally, many global luxury brands such as YSL, Shiseido, Dior, and Fendi have also partnered with influencers for KOL marketing to advertise their products on the app. Xiaohongshu also has live streaming capabilities, which is currently one of its main sources of revenue.
While it has been reported that Lemon8 is currently paying influencers across various cities to help grow its user base, monetisation doesn’t seem to be its main focus at the moment. That said, the company is reportedly looking into ways they can do it to make more revenue, and also grow and retain its user base. Eagle-eyed netizens have also spotted the company looking to hire for Monetisation Product Operations roles in cities like Bangkok, with the job ad listing “best-in-class advertising experience” and a slew of “monetising solutions” for marketers.

Both these platforms are available to download for free via the App Store and Google Play Store through the following links:

Xiaohongshu (App Store, Google Play Store)
Lemon8 (App Store, Google Play Store).

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How much do you really know about bubble tea?

04.04.2019
By Rachel Au

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Bubble tea isn’t exactly new. Depending how old you are, you’d have likely seen its evolution going from flavoured powder with questionable colouring and flavouring to today’s competitive use of fresh ingredients.
Today, KL has seen bubble tea franchises sprout up like mushrooms, with some of them gaining so much popularity that people are willing to wait 40 minute to an hour for a cup of that sweet, sweet indulgence.
The question is: How matcha do you actually know about bubble or boba tea? We’re cha-llenging you to a tea-st. No? Is that pun trying too hard? You can’t blame us for trying to milk all the tea puns we can think of. Anyway, let’s begin!

POLL: There are no right or wrong answers for this—how much do you love bubble tea?
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1. Which country did bubble tea first originate from?

Taiwan

Hong Kong

Japan

China

Traditionally, bubble tea is a Taiwanese drink that’s essentially made up of a freshly brewed tea mixed with milk, sugar and “QQ” (chewy) pearls. It used to be shaken with ice in a cocktail shaker.

2. When was bubble tea invented?

1970s

1980s

1990s

2000s

Yes, bubble tea now is a huge global phenomenon but it actually dates back to the 1980s. There’s no one official origins story but the most common one links it the Chun Shui Tang teahouse in Taichung, Taiwan. Its founder, Liu Han-Chieh was inspired after seeing iced coffee being served in Japan.
Then, in 1988, the teahouse’s product development manager, Lin Hsiu Hui, was bored during a staff meeting and candidly poured the tapioca pudding balls she had brought along into her Assam iced tea. It was so good—and everyone at the meeting agreed—that it wound up on the store’s menu and eventually became a bestseller.

3. Why is it called “bubble tea”?

Because of the pearls

Because of the foam on top

Because the person who invented it was nicknamed “Bubbles” Lin

Because it used to be served in a cup with a bubble dome-like cover

Lin might have been a bubbly person but no, the name “bubble tea” goes back to the traditional method of making it. Shaking the tea and milk together in the cocktail shaker would result in a bubble froth on top of the drink, and that’s how it got its name. It has also been called milk tea, pearl tea, tapioca tea, boba tea, boba nai cha, foam milk tea, momi milk tea, Q (which means “chewy” in Chinese), and many others.

4. What are the boba pearls made from?

Tapioca

Brown sugar

Taro

Yucca

Boba pearls are made from tapioca, and this tapioca is a starch that comes from cassava root. The starch is then rolled into a ball before it’s boiled or cooked. The texture is meant to be smooth and soft on the outside, and slightly chewy on the inside. It’s commonly the key ingredient to defying whether a bubble tea is amazing or not. They can’t be overcooked—or they’ll be quite mushy—and they can’t be undercooked—or they’ll be “crispy” or “hard”.

5. Why are the boba pearls black in colour?

Because of the food colouring

Because it’s coated in brown sugar

Because it changes colour when you boil them

Because it’s boiled in black tea

The boba pearls that contain just the cassava root are originally white (or translucent). The dark-coloured pearls are those combined with brown sugar to give them extra taste and that distinctive appearance.

6. What does “boba” actually mean?

Pearls

Bubbles

Big boobs

Big balls

It’s true so be careful where you use the word “boba”. In Taiwan, the word “boba” (波霸) is indeed a made up of the words “bubble” and “big” but put together, it becomes a slang for “big breasts” or “buxom lady”.
The pearls were originally smaller (about 1/12″) but then one tea shop owner decided to up his game and use larger tapioca pearls. On top of that, he used a more provocative name to distinguish the difference and obviously, to gain more attention.

7. Does bubble tea have caffeine?

What? No.

Yes, but only as little as green tea.

Yes, more than a can of Coca-Cola

This depends on which tea base you pick. Today, there’s a huge variety of bubble tea flavours but going back to the original style, that is Taiwanese-style milk tea, research has found “that bubble tea on average contains more caffeine than three-and-a-half cans of Coca-Cola”. Pregnant women, beware!

8. Is bubble tea gluten-free?

Yes

No

Because bubble tea has evolved so much, there are ways to make it a healthier drink than it traditionally is. Boba, which is made from tapioca, is technically gluten-free and so is the tea itself, so yes, it is gluten-free. However, boba doesn’t really contain any vitamins, minerals or fibre. In addition, all that empty carbohydrates might cause constipation instead.

9. Generally, a bubble tea contains the same amount of calories as…

Nasi lemak

Egg sandwich

Ais kacang

Two pieces of fried chicken

On average, a cup of bubble tea contains roughly 400 calories. Indulging in a bowl of ais kacang would actually cause you less calorie intake. To go into further detail, each tapioca ball is estimated to be around five to 14 calories. If you do the math, that’s quite a lot of calories in a cup with just the boba alone.

How well did you score? Hopefully, you learnt a little more about the drink you love. Last, but not least, there’s a strong debate on which place has the best bubble tea. Take the poll below to let us know!
VOTE: Which is your favourite boba tea place in KL?
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BURO Reacts: The craziest fashion challenges and trends during lockdown

11.08.2020
By Joan Kong

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It’s been a couple of months since we’ve exited lockdown, and while there’s no denying that being homebound for two and half months wasn’t an easy transition, one of the best things that happened during that period, was the emergence of social media challenges that kept boredom at bay and helped reignite our creativite spark. Below, three members from Team BURO covered some of the most talked-about fashion challenges during the MCO period—which is your favourite?

The Pillow Challenge

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Started by Swedish influencers @stylebynelli and @myforteisfashion, the Pillow Challenge was definitely one of the most popular ones on Instagram, and it’s not hard to understand why. All you need to do is to place a pillow in front of your body, cinch it with a belt, and pose! Halle Berry and Anne Hathaway were some of the A-listers who also joined in on the fun.
The Blanket Challenge

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Like its pillow counterpart, all you need for the Blanket Challenge is your duvet and a belt, though some have one-upped their game with Hermès blankets. We’re lovin’ how glam they all look, that’s for sure.
The Met Gala Challenge

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The challenge was kickstarted by Billy Porter after the announcement of the postponement of the Met Gala, and fashion enthusiasts wasted no time in recreating their favourite looks from fashion’s biggest night, and they nailed them down to a T.
The Home Couture Challenge

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Dance floor distractions: 9 statement shoes to rock to a party
Fancy footwear for fancy footwork

13.07.2017
By Buro247

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Here are 9 pairs of shoes that will kick off a night to remember.

When marimba rhythms start to play, these will dance, these will sway. Embellished with airy plumes that waltz to the wind, the silver Prada mules above would make for a dance partner like no other. And if feathery plumage does not suffice, the slanted footbed will give you a sensual arch and gait that’s bound to captivate.

These boots aren’t made for walking—they’re made for dancing. Putting a mirrorball to shame, the Saint Laurent Niki slouch crystal-embellished boots will shine the spotlight on you. FYI, both Rihanna and Celine Dion have been seen in these dazzlers.

Prove the dance floor is your stomping ground in a pair of super chunky, electric blue Marques’ Almeida crocodile-effect leather platform boots. The elasticated panels make them easy to put on but the flat soles make them comfortable enough that they’d be difficult to take off.

Because wearing pink is no longer reserved for Wednesdays, dive feet first into the waist-high shockers that are the Vetements + Manolo Blahnik satin boots. Lined with supple leather, they’re easier to slide into than you’d think.

Glitter is definitely making waves on the fashion radar. Not sure how the No. 21 bow-front glittered-leather slides will hold up over a few rounds of the ‘Electric Slide’ but we can’t resist a pair that serves up both comfort and style. Just keep those feet grounded and let the sparkle do the talking.

Old is gold and there’s nothing like doing the boogie in truly comfy kicks. Ditch the heels and get down in gold Gucci Ace metallic-trimmed glittered sneakers. Don’t be deceived by the whisical quality they exude, every pair of Gucci shoes is a testament of the excellent craftsmanship of the house’s Italian atelier.

Pump up the glamour in Sophia Webster‘s Coco leather pumps. While exuding lustrous sophistication from heel to toe, these high-shine beauties elevate the classic silhouette with an inventive touch of embellishment on the stiletto heel and are on trend with the rose-gold hued patent leather.

Got dance moves that deserve a few hurrahs? Don’t wait for the cheersquad to arrive, shake those pompoms yourself with Aquazzura‘s velvet ‘Powder Puff’ pumps. And after the Saturday shimmy, dust them off and throw on a pair of cropped jeans to match. Sunday brunch getup, sorted.

Speaking of brunch, we like our booties the same way we like our drinks—laced. These velvet Giuseppe Zanotti peep-toe ankle boots feature oversized metal eyelets and plush burgundy laces that bring a touch of twenties opulence and a riff on rock and roll.

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Paris Fashion Week AW16: Highlights of Day 6
Heavyweight impressions

07.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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This season is Vetements’ head talent Demna Gvasalia’s time to shine at Balenciaga, and the newly-appointed Georgian designer proved he could do justice to the house by focusing on what the late Cristóbal Balenciaga did best: Well-tailored fashion-forward looks that women would want to wear in reality. What ensued was a myriad of power women suits (with padded hips, no less), sexy pushed-back necklines that also translated to this season’s latest outerwear—puffy jackets, and floral patchwork frocks towards the end of the show, all in all a well-executed yet not overly contrived collection.

Phoebe Philo however, stayed true to her vision of delivering the most practical separates you can wear across the four seasons. It was a collection devoid of frills and the unnecessary decadence that is wonderfully Céline, if we may put it that way. On a palette of black, ivory, and buttery yellow were staples in exaggerated silhouettes: Relaxed tunics and long shirts made for layering dreams, ruched lamé-like dresses that could effectively reflect the sunlight, and even a blue leather trench that took us by surprise.

At Givenchy, Riccardo Tisci took a more literal approach by referencing one of the world’s oldest civilizations: Egypt. It was a fresh breath of air compared to collections of past seasons (basically reinvented archival pieces) as Tisci rolled out tailored military jackets along with luxe animal prints and psychedelic Egyptian motifs emblazoned on mostly everything but all-black shift dresses. One accessory that caught our eyes? The knee-high “boots” that were actually pumps.

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5 Biggest trends from Men’s Fashion Week AW18
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21.01.2018
By Joan Kong

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Corduroys
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The retro and rigid fabric may not have the best rep when it comes to textile choices, but if the Men’s AW18 shows are anything to go buy, corduroy will be making a comeback on the streets next season. While most designers took on the fabric’s traditional forms such as blazers and trousers, MSGM sent down corduroy in different shapes and silhouettes (the jumpsuit look is one of our favourites), and Pal Zileri’s bright-coloured overcoats gave the three-piece get-up some texture clash.

Suit and tie
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The Men’s shows are never complete without some form of tailoring, and while you can definitely expect more stylish variations—from nothing worn under to psychedelic prints, we’re always happy to see the good ol’ suit and tie in the line-up. Giorgio Armani went with the classics by sending down several sartorial looks, but some of the other brands still couldn’t resist adding a hint of fun by going print-on-print. Case in point: Agnès B.’s geometric-shirt-and-ombré-tie ensemble, Hermès’ classic stripes-and-polka-dots look (complete with a Birkin, no less), and Alexander McQueen’s striped pantsuit with an argyle-print vest worn under.

Utilitarian
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Aside from tailored pantsuits, the men’s workwear looks were also given a military-inspired treatment with details such as patch pockets, utility belts and nylon vests. Made from nylon, the ensembles are definitely ready for a hard day at work outdoors. Our favourite? One of Kim Jones’ looks from his last show at Louis Vuitton, complete with a cap, neckerchief, and separates with prints that reference “the aerial images of Kenya”.

Hiking boots
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To complete the utilitarian vibe, the footwear du jour are the hiking boots that have been spotted on countless of catwalks. From Frankie Morello’s crisp white pair to Giorgio Armani’s slightly formal rendition and MSGM’s chunky soles, they definitely make us feel like going on an adventure—if we’re able to look as cool as these lads, that is.

Check prints
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The classic check motifs have been red-hot for a while now, but for the AW18 season, designers are tuning up the volume with cosy layers and pops of bright hues. Astrid Andersen and Thom Browne’s checks-on-checks looks are bound to turn heads, while Marni opted to juxtapose the print with classic stripes. Alternatively, stick to the same print from head-to-toe à la Sacai to keep things cohesive.

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12 Instagram filters by fashion brands to try at home

19.03.2020
By Stephanie Boey

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There’s something in the air and going viral, and we’re not talking about the current COVID-19 situation. It’s Instagram filters! Web developers and programmers are marking a new wave of influence with their addictive set of filters that we can’t help but try out for ourselves whenever we see them on our Stories feed.
Luxury fashion brands have also jumped on the bandwagon, releasing beautifully designed and exquisite virtual realities for us to try. Seeing as we’re on a current restricted movement order and should be practising social distancing in our homes, take a look at our list of the best Instagram filters fashion has to offer.
*To access these filters, click on the Instagram links via your mobile device and then slide to the ‘Filter’ tab*

VICTORIA BECKHAM

Head of her eponymous fashion brand, wife to football legend David Beckham, mother to Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and Harper Beckham, and finally the role that rose her to fame—Posh Spice in iconic ‘90s girl band Spice Girls. This #BossGirl wears many hats, figure out which Victoria Beckham you are with her filter!
Try the filter here.

JACQUEMUS

We’re all familiar with Jacquemus’ Le Chiquito. You know the one—the itty bitty leather tote that went viral for having the ability to only store your airpods, vitamins and air space. But which bag suits you the most? The designer himself, Simon Porte Jacquemus tried the filter by and got the resort straw bag Le Panier Soleil in sunny yellow.
Try the filter here.

PRADA

Join in on Prada’s Spring/Summer 2020 campaign with their clever acronyms filter. Miuccia Prada breaks down the five alphabets that make up the name of the Italian brand for a series of sentences that embody the vision of the fashion house. ‘Play Records And Delete Apps’ is our current fave. What’s yours?
Try the filter here.

DIOR

Safe to say that Dior was the pioneer of fashion Instagram filters. We first caught wind of the French heritage brand creating beautiful virtual realities in early 2019 and they’ve built up a repertoire of five Instagram filters since. The original ‘KaleiDiorscope’ filter remains, but be sure to try on the latest Spring/Summer 2020 collection with the augmented reality filter!
Try the filter here.
VERSACE

It’s no secret that Medusa, the Greek mythology creature is Versace’s logo. Why would Gianni Versace opt for a mythical monster as the face of his luxury fashion brand? According to Versace’s official website, it’s because of “her inescapable power of attraction and ability to paralyse anyone who might be weak enough to give into the temptation of looking at her”. The good news with this filter is you won’t turn into stone as legend has it.
Try the filter here.

GUCCI

The latest Gucci filter sees a holographic pearlescent tiara, complete with three large rhinestones. Named ‘I See You’, the filter is inspired by Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2020 fashion show and designed to celebrate self-expression. Designed by visual artist Polina Osipova, the filter has two modes. Simply flip the camera to access it!
Try the filter here.

LOUIS VUITTON

After designing outfits for characters in League of Legends, Louis Vuitton has also released a filter tied to the online multiplayer game. For all you gamer fans, you’ll be pleased to know that you can also try on Qiyana’s fabulous headpiece and logi earrings, as modelled by Jeon Soyeon from K-Pop group, (G)I-dle.
Try the filter here.

STELLA MCCARTNEY

Take your pick from Stella McCartney’s two filter options. The festive ‘Stellavision’ filter has neon light beams streaming out from your eyes, and get this, they change designs whenever you blink! The other filter, ‘Plant Power’ champions a cause that the designer is passionate about—the environment. Step right up and get your green fix!
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JEAN PAUL GAULTIER

Ahoy there, sailor! Try on Jean Paul Gaultier’s signature seaman look, with a white gob sailor hat and gold hoops for size. But if you’re curious to know which Jean Paul Gaultier muse are you, you can too.
Try the filter here.

CALVIN KLEIN

Calvin Klein has three interactive filters to choose from. The first is ‘MyCalvins Mood’ which allows you to pick between three colour modes (white, black and red), followed by ‘CK Everyone’ which has the phrase “I love everyone of me” that follows your every movement, and finally, the one with the most attitude—‘Deal with It’ that acts as a halo.
Try the filter here.

DIET PRADA

Can’t decide on a fashion filter? Allow Diet Prada’s ‘Which luxury label are you’ filter to do the work for you.
Try the filter here.

**BONUS FILTER**
MIU MIU

Just for fun, find out which iconic movie kiss are you with Miu Miu’s cheeky filter. From Disney classics like Snow White and the Seven Dwarves to’80s icon Flashdance, this filter has a kiss for almost every movie genre.
Try the filter here.

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Raya in four looks: Our fabulous wardrobe for Eid and beyond
Lookin' fab

17.04.2023
By Phyll Wu

Photos: Amos Yip for BURO Malaysia | Stylist: Phyll Wu

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Within a blink of an eye, we’re less than a week away from Raya! Aside from the mouth-watering feasts, long-awaited family reunions, and of course, duit raya, the most exciting part of the festive season that we all look forward to every year are the fabulous outfits that are about to swarm our Instagram feeds. That said, if you have yet to sort out your wardrobe for the occasion, fret not—we have your back.
While there are plenty of stunning ready-to-wear Raya collections that you can shop now, it wouldn’t hurt to widen your options and go for something that you can not only sport for Raya, but also every other exciting affair that comes next. With this in mind, we’ve tapped artist Ilham Alshahab and dressed her in four stylish looks that are perfect for Raya and beyond. Ahead, find all the details of each outfit and where to shop them.

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Top: Oversized-fit Sweatshirt in Denim-print Cotton from Hugo
Bottom: Logo Denim Jacquard Belted Halter Dress from Michael Kors
Bag: Roseau Handbag from Longchamp
Shoes: Kourtney Flex Checkerboard Sequined Pump from Michael Kors
Accessories: Optical frames from Levi’s

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Oversized-fit Sweatshirt in Denim-print Cotton, Hugo

Logo Denim Jacquard Belted Halter Dress, Michael Kors

Kourtney Flex Checkerboard Sequined Pump, Michael Kors

Roseau Handbag S in Black, Longchamp

Summer chic

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Top: White Cotton Shirt from Fendi
Bottom: SS23 Trousers in Aqua from Longchamp
Bag: Roseau Essential Bucket Bag XS from Longchamp
Shoes: SS23 Clogs in Cognac from Longchamp
Accessories: Sunglasses from Kate Spade; earrings and necklace are Ilham’s own

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White Cotton Shirt, Fendi

SS23 Trousers in Aqua, Longchamp

SS23 Clogs in Brown, Longchamp

Roseau Essential Bucket Bag XS, Longchamp

Feelin’ groovy

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Top: Shiny Duchesse Skirt with Ruffles from Gucci
Bottom: Duchesse Bomber Jackat with Ruffle Detail from Gucci
Bag: Gucci Bamboo 1947 Medium Top Handle Bag from Gucci
Shoes: Women’s Mid-Heel Boot from Gucci
Accessories: Oversized Rounded Sunglasses from Carolina Herrera; earrings are Ilham’s own

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Duchesse Bomber Jackat with Ruffle Detail, Gucci

Shiny Duchesse Skirt with Ruffles, Gucci

Women’s Mid-Heel Boot, Gucci

Oversized Geometric Sunglasses, Carolina Herrera

Retro grunge

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Top: Goat Leather Biker Jacket with Gucci Script from Gucci
Bottom: Ilham’s own
Bag: Gucci Bamboo 1947 Medium Top Handle Bag from Gucci
Shoes: Ilham’s own
Accessories: Brown Horn Ruthenium Frames from Eyewear by David Beckham; scarves are Ilham’s own

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Goat Leather Biker Jacket with Gucci Script, Gucci

Women’s Double G Boots, Gucci

Gucci Bamboo 1947 Medium Top Handle Bag, Gucci

Brown Horn Ruthenium Frames, Eyewear by David Beckham

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Get away: 4 luxurious Malaysian resorts for your next staycation
Relax and take in the view

30.07.2015
By Buro247

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The Datai Langkawi
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Surrounded by a 10 million-year-old rainforest on Langkawi’s secluded Northwest tip and flanked by Machinchang mountain, The Datai Langkawi is a combination of a jungle and sea experience. Choose to stay in villas catered to your desires, be it a rainforest experience you want in rustic villas deep in the rainforest where you can be surrounded by the local wildlife, private beach villas with butler service, a private pool and sundeck or the Villa Hutan Experience with four separate bedroom pavilions and your very own living pavilion, dining area, al fresco bar, swimming pool and sundeck. Keep entertained with a variety of activities such as golfing, snorkelling, wind-surfing, kayaking, boating, morning and evening rainforest walks guided by the in-resident Jungle Walla, playing tennis, swimming or attending a Malay and Thai cooking class or batik workshop.
For further information, visit www.thedatai.com

The Taaras Resort
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Indulge in The Taaras Villa, a private five-bedroom residence perched high up on the cliff with a Villa Host at your beck and call,  24-hour security, an infinity swimming pool, a personal fitness room and interior and exterior lounge decks. And if your idea of a mini getaway involves having not to think about anything, the Leisure Concierge will take matters into their hands and organise your day for you, whether it’s breakfast on your balcony, a snorkelling sessing, an island picnic or diving. You can even learn to dive during your stay if you don’t already know how to, with an instructor at the Five Star PADI Dive Resort and Instructor Development Centre.
For further information, visit www.thetaaras.com

Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat
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It’s all about rejuvenation and calm at the Banjara Hotsprings Retreat. Situatied in a valley, surrounded by 260 million-year old Paleozoic limestone hills, a rainforest, a rejuvenating geothermal hot spring, natural caves and cascading waterfalls, you know you’re in for a treat. Soak in the geothermal hot springs dipping pools containing fresh hot water that billow up daily from the ground below or spend time in one of the three caves around the retreat – a thermal steam cave, a meditation cave made of granite and limestone and a crystal cave where amethyst and quartz crystals line the walls. And there is even a Garra Rufa doctor fish pool for a one-of-a-kind aquatic treatment where the special breed of fish nibble away dead skin on your feet.
For further information, visit www.thebanjaran.com

Gaya Island Resort
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Located just off the coast of Kota Kinabalu and set on the shores of Pulau Gaya, the largest island in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, Gaya Island Resort has idyllic golden sand beaches, dive sites and untouched tropical rainforests. It’s the perfect couple’s retreat as there are plenty to do together. Sail into the sunset onboard the Borneo Stardust Voyage, a cruise aboard the resort’s 64-foot private luxury yacht and be spoilt by food grilled on deck by the personal chef. If that’s not enough, the resort offers activities to keep you busy, whether you want to explore the island, get physical with water activities, discover Borneo craftworks and dance or rejuvenate during one of the resort’s traditional spa treatments.
For further information, visit www.gayaislandresort.com

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Music
The latest MVs by Malaysian music acts to catch up on

29.11.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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‘The Fight (Round 2)’ by Battle Bloom
Battle Bloom packs a little more spunk into one of their songs from their last EP to bring you ‘The Fight (Round 2)’, complemented by an equally delightful MV injected with the band’s quirky sense of humour.

‘Guilty Plea’ by Kyoto Protocol
In the midst of their #MilikKita national tour (the KL stop is this Saturday, 1 December at The Bee), Kyoto Protocol drops the MV for their second single ‘Guilty Plea’. You can always count on these guys to deliver—see if you can spot the Easter egg at the end!

‘Close Your Eyes’ by Evelyn Feroza x Q Sound
No stranger to the local live music circuit, Evelyn Feroza finally launches her first single ‘Close Your Eyes’, a sultry track produced in collaboration with Q Sound.

‘Alone’ by Hani & Zue
The singer-songwriter duo releases their first ever English single ‘Alone’, along with a visually captivating video directed by the one and only Yuna.

‘Sara’ by Juno and Hanna
Another talented duo that should be on your radar (if they aren’t already), Juno and Hanna tease the launch of their new EP with the hauntingly beautiful ‘Sara’.

‘fooled me’ by Talitha.
After the launch of her EP Boys at Urbanscapes, Talitha. gives us a glimpse into her heartbreak club with the MV for ‘fooled me’.

‘Bersamamu’ by Altimet ft. Cuurley
As local rap royalty Altimet turned 40 on Tuesday (27 November), he also announced that he will retire as a performer, but not before dropping his final album titled O—here’s the first single off it.

‘Obvious’ by Alif and SonaOne
On the bright side, Altimet can rest assured knowing the torch for the local hip-hop scene is being carried by the likes of SonaOne, seen here with his catchy new collaboration with Singaporean rapper Alif.

‘Could This Be Love?’ by Charis Ow
For her second single, Charis Ow stamps her K-pop-inspired signature on another bubbly, upbeat track in Malay that will no doubt sweep her fans (or chayangs) off their feet.

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Collections
Fendi AW21 Couture: An eternal ode to the eternal city

09.07.2021
By Kelly Lim

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For his second presentation of Fendi couture, creative director Kim Jones eschewed the IRL happenings and headliners in Paris and transported his audience to Rome––or rather, a subliminal vision of the eternal city through a cinematic short by Luca Guadagnino. What transpired was an haute couture dream of princess gown silhouettes and intricate embroidery to birth the Italian renaissance in a contemporary context.

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Fendi’s new couture collection is only the second to come from the British designer, who is also the creative director of Dior Menswear, and follows his highly anticipated, star-studded debut back in January that traced his transition from England to Italy. Fast forward to today, and it seems like Jones has settled well in the Maison’s birthplace of Rome, where he’s also found a formidable muse for the upcoming season.
Delving deep into chapters of the city’s rich past, Jones was guided by the poetics of Pier Paolo Pasolini, another Italian film great, whose unorthodox perspective and voice in Roman history provided a lens of exploration. “Pasolini observed Rome become modern—and that is what is interesting to me: connecting eras, the old with the new, the past with the present,” he explains. As such, the new collection was born through designs of intertwining ideas and overlapping temporalities to transfigure the past in the present and celebrate the eternal beauty of the Italian capital.

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Completing Jones’ vision was Guadagnino’s fashion film, shot at the Cinecitta Studios in Rome itself. Against a postmodernist backdrop of the Roman cityscape, fascist architecture and marble textures injected the moment with an air of austere simplicity to complement the opulent dresses on display. With a set decor that recalled the square colosseum of Palazzo della Civiltà Italiana (also home to Fendi HQ), a labyrinth of walkways, arched laggios and steps served as the show’s runway. And who to grace this space of such regal splendour? A cast of supermodel stars, of course—spanning new-gen girls like Rianne Van Rompaey and Adut Akech alongside ’90s icons that include Amber Valletta, Christy Turlington, Paulina Porizkova and Kate Moss, who opened and closed the film in a pure-white petalled dress.

A strong emphasis was placed on decoration and fabrication to revive antique garments with fantastical Roman glamour. Furs and fabrics were scanned and reimagined as jacquards, then given a new life with the embellishment of crystal beads, manifesting through the predominance of occasion wear. Ornate florals bloomed across tulle dresses and clutches in mother-of-pearl mosaics, while pietra dura inlays were embedded on leather intarsia suits and jackets to re-sculpt the body in the illusion of Italian sculptures.

Elsewhere, the immortal allure of marble was injected into flowing ballgowns through printed trompe l’oeil silks. Paired with sky-scraping boots, mini dresses came in the form of delicate lace, in which intricate embroidery conjured the appearance of classic volutes to imbue soft structured strength. In contrast, feathered trims enveloped the surface of grandiose ballgowns, creating a hypnotising volume that shifted with every step in light, frothy motion.

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As with his past collections, Jones also offered a couple of men’s looks––most strikingly in the form of glittering ombre tailored suit that evoked a cosmic nightscape. There’s also a sweater crafted in repurposed Persian lamb to compose a mosaic in 18,000 pieces.
Accessories came by way of sculptural jewellery handcrafted by Delfina Delettrez—a fourth-generation Fendi and the daughter of Silvia Venturini Fendi—who offered an array of mismatched earrings in some of her signature eye shapes, alongside conch-like ear cuffs that could almost double as futuristic earbuds. And amidst it all was the birth of an eye-catching new shoe that translated the arches of the Palazzo in a stylish wedge heel.
We go to Fendi if we want extravagance and this season, Jones delivered extravagance in abundance.
See the full collection in photos here.
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Beauty
Wackiest beauty looks from Paris Fashion Week AW16 we daren’t try
Beautifully warped

30.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Often times we get the newest beauty trends off the runways every season. But once in a while, an eccentric look or two might just serve as excellent lesson(s) to learn in real life. While we applaud the tenacity and creative direction that comes with each collection, we couldn’t help but to notice that some trends that are better off reserved for the runways than in reality.

From two skinny curved lines for brows (gasp) to garish blue eyeshadow, here’s why you probably shouldn’t hop on board with these looks:
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News
What is the #BenderaPutih campaign and where to get help in Malaysia

05.07.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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(Updated on 6 July, 2021: The original post on 30 June, 2021, has been updated with details on the Bendera Putih app and food banks to reach out to if you or someone you know has raised the white flag.)
News of yet another MCO extension (or what is now called Phase One of the National Recovery Plan) has understandably heightened levels of anxiety, fear and distress among Malaysians. Thousands of businesses have been shuttered or badly affected and many have lost their jobs, incomes and loved ones to the Covid-19 pandemic, with seemingly little to no help or silver lining in sight.
In response to this, netizens have taken to social media to start the #WhiteFlag or #BenderaPutih movement, calling on those in need of assistance to raise a white flag outside their homes. Whether you’re someone in need or a concerned Malaysian willing to help others (see: #KitaJagaKita and #RakyatJagaRakyat), here’s everything to know about the movement.
What is the movement all about?

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The #BenderaPutih initiative kicked off yesterday amid growing reports of Malaysians being pushed to their breaking points by the indefinite closure of the economy due to the pandemic. The mechanics of the movement are simple: if you are in need of food and essentials, just raise a white flag outside your home to signal to others and ask for assistance. It can even be a plea for help instead of taking drastic actions that may hurt you or your loved ones.
“Raise the white flag if you need help, there is no need to beg or feel ashamed,” Twitter user @HafizolHakami wrote. “Don’t take actions that may harm yourself and your loved ones. No need to plead, no need to be embarrassed. Just fly the flag.”
The post has since been retweeted more than 16,000 times by users of the platform, with many voicing support for the movement following disappointment over the government’s PEMULIH aid and recovery plans.

Kepada semua yang susah dan tiada makanan, naikkan bendera putih di kediaman anda.Biar orang sekeliling pakat bantu sedikit sebanyak yang termampu.Tolong jangan ambil tindakan yang meremukkan hati orang yang tersayang.Tak perlu merayu, tak perlu malu. Kibar saja bendera pic.twitter.com/BGy7muxcMc
— Hafizol Hakami (@HafizolHakami) June 28, 2021

This pandemic effected so much. People lost job, doesn’t have money to survive and burden to some parents who had lots of kids.Please raise white flag and let others know that you need help.No need to feel shame because we need to survive. #benderaputih #StopSuicide pic.twitter.com/BPMALL3szj
— Loki1409 (@MsLoki1409) June 28, 2021

Another Facebook page named Malaysia Food Truck Shop shared the initiative with the caption: “To those who are struggling and have no food, raise a White Flag at your residence, your car or your bike. In case you have no house, no car or bike, carry along a white flag with you. Let the people around you help you as little as they can.”

Photo: Malaysia Food Truck Shop via Facebook
Where can you get help?
If you or someone you know has raised the white flag, please do not hesitate to reach out to your nearest food bank for assistance. One Twitter user, @penangstrays, has populated the location of food banks that have popped up across peninsular Malaysia over the past few days on Google Maps. You may refer to the non-exhaustive list of checkpoints here.

I populated the location of food banks that popped up in Malaysia over the past few days on Google Maps.Please share it out to those who need help in these trying times.Reference threads in subsequent tweets below.https://t.co/s4jmP9Epi2
— ༺ ρєηαηgιтє ༻ (@penangstrays) July 2, 2021

Alternatively, you may ‘ask for help’ on the Bendera Putih app (accessible with a Google account for verification purposes). From there, you will be required to upload an image of your house (you don’t have to raise a white flag in this case, if you don’t have one), then set your address accordingly with remarks of what kind of help you need (food, medicine, hygiene supplies, etc.). Do note that all reports made will be subject to human review to maintain a healthy environment on the app and to ensure authenticity. Reports are typically approved or rejected within 24 hours of posting.
How can you help fellow Malaysians?

A screenshot of the Bendera Putih app, available here.
There are two ways you can help make a difference for fellow Malaysians in need. For one, if you see a white flag around your neighbourhood, do try to provide funds, groceries or assistance to the best of your abilities. However, do bear in mind to follow the SOPs, wear your masks and maintain social distancing as much as possible. You can also pinpoint the address/location of the spotted white flag via the Bendera Putih app to direct those with additional resources to the needy.
Secondly, you can help by spreading awareness on the campaign so that those who have been suffering in silence may know that they are not alone in this fight. This will reduce the stigma of asking for help and connect them to the nearest food bank or distribution centres listed above. Spreading the word will also encourage more people to help out in the campaign, if they have the means to.
Further, there are many Covid-19 initiatives and food drives that are currently accepting cash or in-kind donations to support struggling individuals and underprivileged communities. Read our #RakyatJagaRakyat article for more ways to donate/contribute to these efforts.
Charity begins at home, so let’s all continue to do our parts to lend a hand to our fellow citizens. After all, we’re all in this together. In the meantime, do practise self-care and watch over your own mental health too.
Here are more helpful resources on mental health to equip yourself with:

Where to get mental health care in Malaysia
9 ways to cope with depression and nurture your mental health
How to identify mental health concerns and overcome them during a pandemic

#BenderaPutih doesn’t mean you are accepting defeat or failing miserably. You’re just ‘calling for back up’. We are here for you.Stay strong.
— Jisnukvitran Vejayaindren (@jisnukvitran) June 28, 2021

Raise your white flags, white shirt if you need helping hands. I know you are tired. Please please please, stick around. You are not alone. Remember, you are loved. We got this. Stay strong Malaysia. The government failed us but we must not fail each other.#RakyatJagaRakyat
— Aly Hadisa, LLM. (@elyaaalyaa) June 29, 2021

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Team Buro Answers: Our favourite beauty buys of 2019

31.12.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Win: Buro Bridal Kit to prep you for your wedding day
For the bride(s)-to-be

09.04.2018
By Buro247

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Getting hitched or know of someone who is tying the knot? We are giving away 5 sets of Buro Bridal Kit consisting of Flyproject credits and beauty essentials from Decorte and Urban Decay!
Flyproject:
Have you always wanted that revenge body but never gotten to it? Flyproject has got you covered. Bored and tired of the normal exercise routines and ready to try something new, this bespokes gym makes workout fun with various classes to offer, prepping you ready for your wedding day.

Flycycle

Ride through an immersive experience of climbs, sprints, weights, intervals, choreographed moves and combinations that will strengthen not just your body but your mind as well.

Flylab

A studio oasis where calm (essentially what every bride needs) and control meets strength and movement – designed essentially to nurture the mind, body and soul.
 Flyfight

More than just your conventional boxing gym, FlyFight is a bespoke space where Fight clubs meets nightclub. Equipped with aqua punching bags facing the trainer who holds the fort right in the middle of the arena.

There is never a dull moment at FLY. Giving away 8 credits, worth RM380 each to 5 winners – available to utilise at any branches/classes.

Moving on to the beauty regime now, these beauty products will definitely add some glow and shine to the bride(s)-to-be on her big day.

Decorté
AQ Oil Infusion & Moisture Liposome
For better results, these two unique products are paired to deliver optimum results for flawless-looking skin. Defined by its passion to provide the highest quality cosmetics, Decorté focuses to helping women from all walks of life to seek refined elegance using quality ingredients and highly advanced skincare technology.

AQ Oil Infusion promotes a triple action to repair skin damage – by creating a hydrating environment to protect and nurture the skin from the stress of dehydration which promotes the healing of wounds through the creation of proteoglycan that contains a similar structure to epidermal growth factor; and acting directly on skin fibroblasts to promote collagen production deep in skin’s dermis.

One of its own hydration boosting pre-serum, Moisture Liposome is formulated with a breakthrough multi-layered liposome technology which delivers continuous moisture to rejuvenate beautiful skin. With continueus usage, skin becomes translucent, supple and smooth with a plump, beautiful glowing texture.
How to pair:

In the day, prep skin by spreading 2 to 3 pumps of Moisture Liposome Pre-Serum over cleansed skin. Do the same time for your night skincare routine but with an additional 4 drops of AQ Oil Infusion follwed by gently massaging into your skin after applying lotion.
In addition to your new skincare favourites, Decorte is also giving away a facial package (containing 4 sessions) with a selection of Prevention Early Aging OR Prevention Early Aging & Brightening valued at RM750

Urban Decay

Creamy, long lasting hours and waterproof – Urban Decay’s 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil has a total of 41 habit-forming colours in all. Whether you are someone who wears crazy-vivid, shimmering metallics or even neutrals, we’ve got something for everyone. Take your pick of every texture imaginable, from micro-sparkle to matte.

The All Nighter makeup setting spray keeps your makeup looking fresh and gorgeous up to 16 hours, without fading, smudging, developing into fine lines or even melting. This groundbreaking spray mists on weightlessly and helps makeup lasts all day (or all night).

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Watches
The new Diagono Scuba by Bulgari you can spot from a mile away
Dive in

07.06.2017
By Buro247

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Staying true to its identity as a diver, the Diagono Scuba boldly dives off the colour spectrum and lands in a splash of vivid shades for their three new variations. The diving model now comes in punchy yellow and orange colourways, and a pristine white. First launched in 1994, the Diagono Scuba has retained its position as Bulgari’s sportiest offering. The high-performance diver’s watch is water-resistant to 300 metres and is a favourite of sea lovers and watersports enthusiasts alike.

Their gallantry in pushing boundaries and reinterpreting classics stems from their passionately Italian DNA. Interestingly, in their unabashed vigor lies a certain ease. The three new timepieces are case in point. Designed to accompany each rendition of the vulcanised rubber straps is a stainless steel case with a satin-brushed finish, luminescent rhodium-plated hands coated with Super-LumiNova and an immaculate dial in the same colour.

As they occupy a reasonable 41mm of wrist-estate with a thickness of only 10.75mm, the Diagono Scuba’s appeal has been known to extend beyond its intended market — catching the eyes of ladies who seek a water-resistant model with more elegance in character in place of instruments made for professional divers.

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Style points aside, quality and performance are of no compromise when overseen by Bulgari. Building from a heritage in Rome-based jewellery spanning 130 years and substantial experience in Swiss haute horlogerie, pure precision in the form of the Calibre Solotempo BVL191 (a self-winding movement developed and assembled in-house), a 42-hour power reserve and the 28,800 vibrations per hour frequency puts the Diagono Scuba within the ranks of resolutely exceptional watches.

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2 Minutes with Jane Chuck: Wedding plans, fashion faves, and more

27.12.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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With a solid Instagram following of more than half a million, entrepreneur and social media influencer Jane Chuck is going places-quite literally too. The 26-year old’s jetsetting life is carefully documented through a slew of well-curated video and photo content on Instagram—whether it’s vibing out at Coachella in California or traipsing across India with the Taj Mahal serving as the perfect backdrop.
The social media-lite isn’t just recognised for her style choices—scroll through her IG feed and you’d spot her picture-perfect makeup looks. Below, we got the lowdown on her travel makeup favourites, plans for her upcoming wedding, and more.

Ever wanted to sneak a peek inside Jane’s beauty bag? We gleaned her beauty must-haves in a quick interview below:
What can we find in your travel beauty bag?
“Definitely the Satin-Matte Cushion Compact by Tom Ford Beauty. It’s long-wearing and moisturising and I like that it gives great coverage that I need for the camera.”

Tips to keep skin in check while travelling?
“Always ensure your skin is hydrated. I like to use a sheet mask i.e. La Mer’s The Hydrating Facial when I’m on the plane to make sure my skin doesn’t get dehydrated from the cabin air.”

A beauty essential you’re currently into?
I’m a little obsessed over Tom Ford Beauty’s fragrances. I’ve got the travel-sized bottles of White Suede and Soleil Blanc in my bag right now-I like to alternate between both for day and night.”

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Videography and photography: Chris Chew/2117.co
Art direction + styling: Loh Wei Yeen and Cai Mei Khoo
Hair: Juno Ko
Makeup: Shiyo Joo
Location: Pacific Standard Bar and Alila Bangsar
Wardrobe: Topshop

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#WednesdayWishlist: Pieces that have us tickled pink
Hue likes pink?

11.10.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Cai Mei Khoo, Editor-in-Chief: Chanel SS17 Look 76

At Chanel’s robo-chic SS17 collection, I loved the juxtaposition of a pink slip worn with a cozy knit cardi thrown over, baseball cap worn sideways to hide unruly morning hair. The idea of a girl who doesn’t have much time to get ready in the morning totally appeals to me, more so as I’m not quite a morning person, and also in her confidence that says ‘I woke up like this; now, let’s roll.’ The show’s soundtrack was a remix of Donna Summer’s ‘I Feel Love’ – the feeling is mutual.

Gwen Ong, Deputy Editor: Ray-Ban Hexagonal Flat Lenses

I can count the number of items I have in pink with one hand, ok, maybe two but no more. I’ve never been attracted to pink; it’s too girly a colour for my liking. But if you present me with a Ray-Ban with cool pink mirrors, I’ll switch alliance just for you. I like this quirky hexagonal shape that seems to hold the flat crystal lenses rather beautifully. Bring on the sunshine, I say.

Jasmine Leong, Senior Fashion Writer: Acne Studios Adriana plaque-detailed leather sneakers

Growing up, I had always been a huge fan of the colour pink—up until I was in my pre-teens, that is. It wasn’t until recently when I started noticing the comeback of the ultra-girlie hue and started believing that it is a) cool again and b) possible to rock it without looking like a fairytale-obsessed woman-child. Upon seeing these Acne Studios sneakers, I didn’t need anymore convincing. From the bubblegum-pink leather to a detachable emoji-inspired enamel plaque, I’m ready to give the white sneakers a break and go for their quirkier, older sister instead.

Loh Wei Yeen, Fashion & Beauty Writer: Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas Pavée Saphirs Roses Bracelet Or watch

It isn’t easy to find a bejeweled watch that is both classy and understated (read: no ostentatious, sizable diamonds here), but Van Cleef & Arpels Cadenas in rose gold and pink sapphire checks all the right boxes. Created in 1935 for the Duke of Windsor, the Cadenas appears as a sleek bracelet but reveals a miniature dial on the side that the wearer could see—made for women back in the early 20th century as it was considered inelegant for them to wear a watch in public. My favourite way of pulling off pink in timepieces? Via that sleek rose gold snake chain bracelet and pink princess-cut sapphires, of course.

Rachel Au, Lifestyle Writer: Gucci Dionysus mini suede shoulder bag

There was a time – 20 years ago – when I adored pink as much as Barbie did. Now, you won’t see a shred of Barbie pink in my wardrobe (or will you?). Instead, I’ve grown a soft spot for pink accessories to go with my array of black, white and any other neutral toned outfits; and Gucci’s signature ‘Dionysus‘ shoulder bag is just perfect with its soft suede material and the iconic tiger head spur clasp. And since it comes in a petite size, I’ll be able to carry only my essentials instead of lugging around everything I think I need – a common bad habit of a hoarder.

Alyssa Lee, Editorial Assistant: Charlotte Tilbury’s ‘Cheek To Chic’ blusher

I’ve never been particularly fond of pink save for beautifully rare steaks and shades with an orangey tint as in salmon. When it comes to blushers however, nothing compares to a beautiful pink shade that mimics a love struck flush. The ‘Cheek to Chic’ blushers from Charlotte Tilbury are said to mimic just that. As if ‘Cheek to Chic’ was not cutesy enough, the two-step application process is given a two-part name – swish and pop. Pop the darker shade onto the apples of the cheeks and swish the lighter colour across the cheekbones to blend. Making it extra wish list-worthy is the fact that it’s not readily available to grab off the shelves here in Malaysia. On top of that, its unique selling point lies in the interesting design; bearing a somewhat cheeky resemblance to the theme of the month, Breast Cancer Awareness. Okay perhaps it’s a little farfetched but this ticks so many boxes, why nip nitpick?

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NYFW SS16: Diesel Black Gold

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NYFW SS16: Diesel Black Gold
Rebellious chic

16.09.2015
By Su Fen Tan

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Diesel Black Gold designer Andreas Melbostad envisioned his Spring collection for the girl who wears her boyfriend’s button-down shirt like a dress, and throws a cool jacket over it; a fresh deviation for the denim and leather brand.
Lace, stripes, textures and geometric motifs were prominent throughout the collection, impeccably worked into leather looks and shirt dresses. A white boxy shirt top paired with edgy leather dungarees made for a bold, standout ensemble.
Aside from flashes of blue, the runway was dominated by covetable monochromatic hues—a classic palette that goes perfectly with the collection’s tough-girl tone.

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Bottega Veneta AW22 collection in photos
For Matthieu Blazy's debut collection, the designer returns to the very beginning with the fundamental question of 'What makes Bottega Veneta, Bottega Veneta?' "In essence, pragmatic because it is a leather goods company. Because it specialises in bags, it is about movement, of going somewhere; there is fundamentally an idea of craft in motion. It is style over fashion in its timelessness," he says. The result? An understated collection highlighting the essence of quiet power, something felt, rather than seen. Click here to see all the looks!

01.03.2022
By Sarah Hani Jamil

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Let’s make: Dragonfruit Agar Agar recipe
A vibrant treat

16.02.2016
By Buro247

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Agar agar is a plant-based gelatin that basically has no taste. You can flavour it with your favourite fruits, coconut milk, chocolate, green tea, red bean—the possibilities are endless!

This recipe for Dragonfruit Agar Agar is simple, delicious and its vibrant magenta makes it perfect for Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day. And you don’t need any special moulds either. If you don’t have any, just use small containers, bowls, trays or even popsicle moulds.

Go on, give agar agar a try!

Ingredients
1.3 litres (5 cups) water
20g Agar Agar strips
150g Raw Honey (or sweetener of choice)
1 cup Dragonfruit puree (1 medium-sized Dragonfruit mashed with fork)
3 Pandan Leaves—tied into a knot (optional)

Method
1. Bring water to boil in a medium pot and add in agar agar strips with pandan leaves. Lower the flame to simmer. Stir occasionally until agar agar strips have fully dissolved, this should take about 2 minutes. Switch off the flame and remove the pandan leaves.
2. Let the solution cool down for 1-2 minutes before adding in dragonfruit and honey (high heat will destroy the enzymes of the fruit and honey). Stir well.
3. Pour into mould or (20cm x 20cm) tray. Once it has cooled down, chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
4. To release from mould, use a butter knife to run around the edges and gently squeeze the mould to release the agar agar. For the agar in the containers, use a butter knife to cut them into square or rectangular shapes.

Get more nutritious yet delicious recipes like this on PurelyB, a healthy lifestyle website.

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