Beauty
Just in: Cate Blanchett shares her beauty secrets to amazing skin
Queen of flawlessness

07.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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It’s no secret that multi-award winning actress and theatre director Cate Blanchett’s glowing (and near-perfect) skin is perhaps one of the most covetable in Hollywood. Having been the spokesperson and global ambassador of SK-II for more than a decade now, the talented actress shares her beauty secrets with us via Google Hangouts at the recent SK-II #ChangeDestiny forum in Los Angeles.

What kind of makeup is your go-to on the red carpet?
“When it comes to makeup I will go with a strong eye and soft lip or conversely a strong lip and a softer eye. This I think always looks balanced.”

What is your beauty routine before Oscars? Are there any differences when comparing with daily beauty routine?
“Three to four days before the big day I will supplement my usual skincare routine with SK-II Facial Treatment Mask in the mornings if I have the time. But usually I do it often at night when I am just about to go to bed though. I have recently found that using the SK-II Facial Treatment Oil helps to keep my skin hydrated for a long period of time. Just a few spritzes of the SK-II Miracle Mid-Day Essence helps to top it up.”
 “On the day of a red carpet event, it is all of the above and then the SK-II LxP range which I have been using for a long time now. I feel that SK-II has kept my skin in good condition so I really don’t need to mix my regimen up too much.”

Is there one product that has changed your skin and destiny?
“SK-II Facial Treatment Essence. I have been enjoying this product as part of my skincare journey for 15 years. It is simply the elixir of translucent skin.”

Can you share when was the biggest moment or experience you’ve “changed your destiny”?
“There is no single moment that has changed my destiny. Rather it is the sum of many serendipitous moments: Meeting my husband, having children, working in the theatre, making movies, moving countries, travelling, reading a novel or play. It is the sum of all these things that ultimately changes one’s destiny. It is the small, imperceptible choices we make that can often have the most significant impact on our lives.”

Can you also share your personal thoughts about SK-II’s philosophy to empower women to bring out her true best self and the #changedestiny campaign?
“For me, the most impactful message of the #changedestiny campaign is that it is not only the big decisions that one makes in life, but the small moments that can impact the most profound change. It may be in the form of rejection that inspires you to seek an alternate path. It may be in the form of reading an article that gets you to think differently or challenges you to follow a different course. This to me, is what changing one’s destiny is about.”

What does #changedestiny personally mean to you?
“Change Destiny for me is always to be authentic and follow my heart. There are moments in life where people are telling you to do things, that you may not agree with and for me, it is following my authentic self that has seen the most benefits.”

Do you have any red carpet do’s or don’ts?
“Being on the red carpet is the ‘fun’ element of my work and I don’t take it too seriously. Of course, I like to take risks with fashion but that is my personal philosophy in that I appreciate design and I am dressing for myself, I am not dressing for others.”

What are your favourite products as of now?
“I have been using SK-II now for fifteen years, so over the course of that time, my product choice has varied but it has always been under-pinned with SK-II Facial Treatment Essence, which to me is my ‘desert island’ skincare product. Well that, and a good SPF protection. Currently I am using the LxP Range and find that for my skin, the infusion of concentrated Pitera works very well.”
“When travelling on flights, or if I have a red carpet event, I always have a SK-II Facial Treatment Mask prior to putting on makeup as this hydrates the skin in readiness for all the scrutiny of high-definition cameras. The SK-II Genoptics Aura Essence has been a new addition to my regimen to help brighten my skin tone. I have also been using the SK-II Facial Treatment Oil recently and I am very impressed with the results. I find it to be very hydrating and helps to keep my skin dewy.”

As one of the world’s top leading actresses, which role that you have represented you think changed your destiny the most?
“I think the role of Elizabeth (1998). It was a pivotal role with that particular character and also the strong pedigree of actors associated with it. I will always have a place in my heart for Elizabeth and the people that believed I could do her justice.”

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Hiatus Kaiyote, Joss Stone and more to perform at Sing Jazz 2016
All that Jazz

27.11.2015
By Buro247

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This coming march will witness a jazz galore at the Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza, as the Singapore International Jazz Festival (Sing Jazz) will be back for its third successive year from 4 to 6 March.  Three al-fresco evenings of electrifying live performances, the festival brings together international headliners from all walks of jazz.
Among the line-up there is Australian band Hiatus Kaiyote who has been laying out some delicious neo-soul tunes. Grammy Award winner Joss Stone will also close the show on the second night with her raspy vocals and upbeat tunes, while Taylor McFerrin will bring some of his smooth R&B influences to the stage. Also worth catching, get ready to dance along to the celebrated Buena Vista Social Club on their last ever tour.
Here’s the Sing Jazz 2016 line-up for the main stage:
Friday, 4 March: Darker than Wax Sound System; BADBADNOTGOOD (BBNG); Taylor McFerrin; and Hiatus Kaiyote
Saturday, 5 March: Charlie Lim; Incognito; Candy Dulfer; and Joss Stone
Sunday, 6 March: Jeremy Monteiro; Enrico Rava; Bueno Vista Social Club; and Seun Kuti & Egypt 80
Early bird tickets are available from now until 13 December, while two-day and three-day passes will be available from 14 December. Tickets are available through Event Clique and Marina Bay Sands.

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L’Eau d’Issey: An all-new, fluid and dynamic look by Issey Miyake
Classically eternal

12.11.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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14 years ago, Issey Miyake was inspired by water and its purity in movement for his first fragrance, L’Eau d’Issey. Since then, the scent become a symbol of modernity throughout the years and remains a classic scent that’s also contemporary in a way. Fast forward to 2015, Parfums Issey Miyake has revamped the image of the iconic fragrance, with London-based photo- and videographer Marcus Tomlinson spearheading the new campaign, featuring new visuals in a set of virtual running water-symbolising the freedom of spatial constraints and war’s paradoxical energy.

With the main idea of creating a fragrance that breaks the olfactory stereotypes of the day, Issey Miyake’s nonconformist scent represents convergence of the East and West in its own distinctiveness—evident in the top notes of L’Eau d’Issey, which combines lotus, rose, lily, and precious woods. For the fragrance-loving men who enjoy a classic masculine scent, L’Eau d’Issey pour Homme is a unique choice that is fresh, spicy and woody at the same time, thanks to yuzu and tangerine notes with a dash of verbena, aromatic coriander and blue water lily encased in a frosted glass and steel bottle.

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MFW AW20 Street style: Friends that dress well together, stay together

26.02.2020
By Stephanie Boey

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Fashion‘s a lot more fun when you have equally stylish friends. Just think about the countless outfits you can coordinate together (and clothing swaps)! Twinning is the easiest way to declare your friendship—think of it as a grown-up version of friendship bracelets. Matching accessories such as bags and hats are a low-key option. However, if you’d like to make a louder statement, colour-coordinated suits will definitely seal the friendship. Got a fashion gang? Have everyone pick a colour and let that be the unifying theme for the group. It’ll make one heck of an OOTD! Is your BFF and fashion soulmate also your spouse? Let Olivia Palermo and Johannes Huebl lead the way.
For more stylish looks from Milan Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2020, swipe below:
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7 Things you can do this weekend: 16-17 April 2016
No plans? No worries

13.04.2016
By Rachel Au

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1. Acrylic Painting Workshop at TH.inc Academy, Bangsar, 9am – 1pm, Sat
Creating your own art pieces is easier than you think. Acrylic painting, for example, is the most versatile form there is-it’s fast, colourful and fun. Give it a go and you’ll be going home with three final pieces of art on wood, cardboard and canvas.
The workshop is priced at RM398 nett per person. For more information, visit their Facebook event page.

2. The Alphabet Press’ 10th anniversary party for the Traveler’s Notebook, 2pm – 5pm, Sat
Do you have a penchant for paper, stationery and journaling? Whether you’re already a proud owner of Traveler’s Notebooks or looking to start, you’ll find all the tips and items for sale at this event. There will also be an unlimited stamping session and letterpress demo by TAP where you’ll get to have a ‘freshly-made’ bookmark as a souvenir.

For more information, visit their Facebook event page.

3. Literary Evening: Book Launch of Nouvelles De Malaisie at Alliance Française de Kuala Lumpur, 6pm, Sat
If you love the beautiful French language, you might enjoy Nouvelles de Malaisie, a collection of short stories about Malaysia in French. Four of the book authors-Tash Aw, Shih-Li Kow, Anwar Ridhwan and Saharil Hasrin Sanin-will also be there to read some extracts, engage in conversations with the guests and of course, sign the books.
Entrance is free. Register at [email protected] or for more information, visit their Facebook event page.

4. Functional Training Community Class at lululemon athletica Kuala Lumpur, 10am, Sat
Learn (and perform) some functional movements from the Head Coach of Fuel Athletics Malaysia, Fayzal himself! Spots are limited so be sure to get there early to book a spot.
For more information, visit their Facebook event page.

5. Strala Yoga at The Fox Den, 3pm – 4pm, Sat
Learn the basics of yoga with NYC’s Strala Yoga, which was founded by Tara Stiles and Mike Taylor. It’s easygoing with no Sanskrit or chanting involved-just lots of deep breathing and good feelings.
The registration fee is RM10 and you’ll need to bring your own yoga mat. For more information or to register, visit their website.

6. Try out Sitka Studio’s twice-a-month’s tasting menu
From the same minds of Sitka Restaurant comes Sitka Studio, a place that practises the same culinary beliefs but with a more innovative and playful twist. As it’s only available twice a month, this will be the only time to visit in April (the second date is on the 30th). Check out our full food review here.

7. Learn bridal gown designer Celest Thoi’s secret beauty product
If you’re staying home, why not take a step back and research some of the best beauty secrets out there now? We recently discovered Celest Thoi’s and shot a video of her beauty routine here.

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Venice Film Festival 2017: Best looks at the opening ceremony
Italian glamour

31.08.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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As we take on the final quarter of 2017, we’ve got one more awards ceremony that pays tribute to the finest in the film industry. The prestigious 2017 Venice Film Festival runs till 9 September this year, and officially kicked off last night with plenty of star power in the midst. Celebrities including Matt Damon, Kristen Wiig and Rebecca Hall dressed to the nines at the opening ceremony and premiere of science fiction comedy-drama Downsizing. Below, we compiled the best looks spotted from the red carpet, including Hall’s head-turning Armani Privé stunner, Izabel Goulart’s shimmering Alberta Ferretti look, and Eva Riccobono in a fall-appropriate hue that we love, courtesy of Tommy Hilfiger. Which look is your favourite?
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Ashley Lau and Junees Teoh share their favourite pieces from DKNY’s capsule collection

16.10.2019
By Joanna Pinto

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This week’s headlines: Urban Decay launches Stay Naked, Dior Beach Club lands in KLCC and more

21.07.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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From new drops (from Urban Decay, KKW Beauty and Tom Ford) to summer-vibin’ pop-ups, get informed with this week’s beauty buzz below:
Margot Robbie fronts Chanel’s new fragrance

No stranger to the house of Chanel, actress Margot Robbie is taking up a new gig as the fragrance ambassador. The Australian-born star was appointed the fashion ambassador and the face of Chanel’s Coco Neige collection in 2018, and is known for repping the luxury fashion house couture and RTW pieces on the red carpet.
The new Gabrielle Chanel Essence, created by in-house master perfumer Olivier Polge, is slated for release this September 1. Meant to be an “olfactory interpretation” of the Gabrielle Chanel, the scent is crafted with the notes of white flowers, including tuberose, jasmine, orange blossom and ylang-ylang.
Urban Decay launches a new complexion range: Stay Naked

Urban Decay is giving us life with their latest collection (and it’s not an eyeshadow palette drop, FYI). The Stay Naked range boasts two flawless-skin essentials: the Correcting Concealer and Weightless Liquid Foundation. Both are vegan, cruelty-free and come with a 24-hour staying power. Apply the concealer to the areas that require more coverage for a second-skin finish, then buff on the foundation that’s both breathable and flexible.
The Stay Naked collection is available in stores this August 1, so ready your wallets and prepare to stock up on your complexion essentials.
Get summer-ready at Dior Beach Club in Suria KLCC

Dior Beauty is bringing a seaside soirée to the heart of town with #DiorBeachClub—it has everything you need and want in an IG-worthy summer-ready space. Get a personalised skin consultation from a pro at the Skincare Station and drop by the Lip Bar to glean this season’s lip must-haves. Don’t forget to take a bunch of #OOTDs at all the Instagrammable spots in the picture-perfect pop-up.
Drop by #DiorBeautyClub from now till 28 July at Suria KLCC Centre Court to glean this season’s makeup, skincare and fragrance highlights from the brand.
Tom Ford is dropping a skincare brand, Tom Ford Research

Can’t get enough of Tom Ford’s fragrance and makeup must-haves? Brace yourselves for a new skincare line from the American designer and entrepreneur, aptly named Tom Ford Research.
“I wanted to start a serious skin-care arm and have it be science-based. This is a real skin-care product and regimen. I’m not a designer who has thrown his name on a beautifully packaged cream,” said the designer in an interview with WWD. The first two products from this lable are a Serum Concentrate and Crème Concentrate that will launch internationally in September, with active ingredients including white porcelain cacao (a rare cacao plant variation) and gyokuro (Japanese green tea). With three more products down the pipeline, Tom Ford Research will also offer skincare essentials that are in line with Asian consumer habits.
Bella Hadid goes blonde

Bella Hadid has been sporting an uncanny resemblance to her older sister Gigi and it has a lot  to do with her recent hair colour change. The 24-year old model showed off her lighter tresses recently on Instagram—a bold move that’s a far cry from her signature brunette locks. After going “dirty blonde” in March this year, she went with a slightly more drastic hair change—ombré brown-honey-blonde—merely four days ago when she was out and about in New York City.
Kim Kardashian West gets fiery for her latest KKW Beauty collection

Bored of neutral palettes? Get a load of Kim Kardashian West’s latest KKW Beauty drop—the Sooo Fire range that’s high-voltage and head-turning in every way.
From her Instagram post, we learned that: “This new collection includes a 10-pan metallic eye shadow palette, 3 eyeliners and 3 glosses with a brand new formula. I wanted to create something that was fun, and completely different than what we have done before. Wait until you see this packaging!!!” In case you’re looking for a warm-toned makeup range that’s bound to pack a punch to your makeup look, these traffic-stopping shades are what you need, stat.
Neutrogena recalls its light therapy mask for potential eye damage

Neutrogena’s headline-making Light Therapy Acne Mask had set tongues wagging for various reasons when it was launched, including the advanced technology that it adopted for an at-home skincare treatment back then. But unfortunately, the beauty brand has issued a recall for these masks for health purposes most recently.
Earlier this month, the brand released a statement regarding these devices: “The Neutrogena Light Therapy Acne Mask is safe for use by the general population when used once per day as directed. Reports of visual effects associated with the use of the Neutrogena Light Therapy Acne Mask are rare, generally mild and transient. For a small subset of the population with certain underlying eye conditions, as well as for users taking medications which could enhance ocular photosensitivity, there is a theoretical risk of eye injury.”
Also, if there were to be any eye irritation or visual discomfort, Neutrogena suggests to immediately “stop using the light therapy masks” and “call a doctor”. In light of this debacle, let’s just say that it’s safer to stick to old-school acne remedies for now.

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Beauty
Understanding the beauty of culture through the eyes of Eleena Sui, Lynn Lim and Shaine Wong
Living the culture

26.09.2017
By Gwen Ong

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Living in Malaysia, we’re never too far away from a strong culture that binds us. The connection between human and tradition is weaved deep into our lives, creating a harmonious balance that coexists with the modern world. It is with this same unique philosophy that Sulwhasoo upholds in its effort to safeguard traditional Korean culture. Sulwhasoo believes true beauty emerges through a harmonious coexistence of human, nature and culture.

In the last decade, the Sulwha Cultural Exhibition has been a centre in championing the values and preservation of heritage through modern exhibits. To mark the 11th edition this year, the luxurious skincare brand launches ‘Beauty from Your Culture’ – a global campaign that promotes the preservation of traditional culture not just in Korea but also China, Singapore and Malaysia.

To highlight the beauty and values of culture, three personalities take time off their busy schedules to tell us what makes our heritage a beautiful one.

Eleena Sui
TV host, actress, model & producer

What do you find beautiful about culture?
“I find it amazing that we can see the beauty of culture in everything, like in the people we meet, the clothes we wear, the places we go… It surrounds us.”

Lynn Lim
Actress & model

Why do you find culture vital?
“Well, culture is very important because it enriches one’s identity. It defines who we are and where we come from.”

Shaine Wong
Blogger & mother of two

How does culture influence your life?
“I take it as a celebration of our experience. Something that we can pass on from one generation to the next, something that I’d like to do for my children.”

As part of this campaign, limited edition ‘Beauty from Your Culture’ trial kits designed by Korean design duo – Dallae Jin and Woohyuk Park – will be on sale.
Part of the proceeds will be channelled towards sponsorship programmes for traditional craftsmen in Korea as well as various projects across the continent. For Malaysia, the proceeds will benefit the Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO Heritage Site.
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On Saturday, 30 September 2017, head down to Sulwhasoo Sunway Pyramid Boutique for a special treat. Be among the first 20 customers to purchase RM550 and above, including ‘Beauty from Your Culture’ sets, to receive a First Care Activating Serum USB and a miniature* size bottle. You get to personalise a ‘Beauty from Your Culture’ pouch too.

*First come, first served basis

To find out more about Sulwhasoo ‘Beauty from Your Culture’ global campaign, watch the official video here.

Credits:
Photography: Soon Lau/Awesome Images
Videography: Octopost Studio
Styling: Chong Yi Suen
Hair: Bibian Leong
Makeup: Chu Fan
Styling assistant: Gwen Ong

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Don’t miss: One of the world’s best dance crews is coming to town
High impact

30.05.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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If you haven’t heard of Royal Family, you have probably seen them. Based in Palace Dance Studio, New Zealand, the award-winning mega crew led by Parris Geobel has been taking over the dance world by storm, one fiery performance at a time—from dancing in the music videos of some of the world’s biggest stars (Jennifer Lopez, Justin Bieber, CL) to sharing the world stage with them (Rihanna’s opening performance at the 2016 VMAs, anyone?). Come June, the dance crew will be in KL for the first time to host a series of dance workshops and a show.

The bad news is, the workshop slots were snagged up as soon as they were released, but the good news is, there are still tickets available for the show on 20 June so act fast! Don’t miss the thrilling showcase that will take you on a rollercoaster ride of feelings, emotions and styles all within the span of 60 minutes in Shantanand Auditorium, The Temple of Fine Arts.

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9 Street-certified ways to pull off a blazer
Lessons from the boss

20.03.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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A wardrobe staple that most woman should already have is the blazer—perfect for exuding the #bossgirl aesthetic along with transitioning from the boardroom to the bar in style. A blazer offers countless possibilities of how you can make a look work for all occasions and seasons. Wear it over a tee paired with denim jeans for that effortless, fashion-girl swagger seen on the streets during fashion week, or go with a retro aesthetic with corduroy and velvet suits coupled with high-waisted trousers and bold shoulders. But don’t forget to dress in style for your brunch excursions every weekend—a blazer cardigan is only mandatory for champagne Sundays if you don’t feel like putting on your best sundress. Below, we take a leaf out of the fashion books of nine stylish women, from Miroslava Duma to Jan-Michael Quammie:
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A silent interview with weaver and textile designer Shan Shan Lim

23.06.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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If you have been to Snackfood in Bangsar lately, you would have caught sight of the yellow wall adorned with giant cut-outs of locally grown vegetables behind the counter—that vibrant work of art was created in collaboration with Shan Shan Lim, a weaver, textile and surface designer based in KL.

A graduate of the Textile Arts program in Central Saint Martins, Shan Shan has kept herself busy since her return to Malaysia. It was by no means an easy move back, considering the fact that the young interdisciplinary artist has been away from the country for almost 10 years—prior to studying in London, she attended boarding school in India—but things are certainly picking up for her. Besides a string of collaborations under her eponymous design studio, Shan Shan was also recently involved in Fashion Revolution Week, where she worked with local weavers to innovate tenun for Pink Jambu’s ‘Tenun Reimagined’ collection.

Here, get to know the Shan Shan a little better as we quiz her in two ways—the first part in a regular Q&A manner, and a silent interview section where she answers us through her brand of art:

When and how did you begin your journey in art?
“I have been drawing for as long as I can remember. To keep me occupied, all my parents had to do was leave me with paper and paints and I could spend hours uninterrupted in my own world. I recall painting using any of the materials within reach. My earliest memory of Chinese New Year was me covering the back of my grandfather’s traditional Chinese calendar papers in illustrations. In art I feel safe. Creating art has served as both something to pass an idle hour and as a refuge when times are difficult.”

What drew you to weaving and textile design?
“I have always been curious about the concept of  how smaller elements combine to form larger meaningful things. I used to squint my eyes and pick at the threads of a dress and wonder how it was all put together. This curiosity grew over the years I spent at school in India. I had to study Indian History and in that, I learnt how Gandhi challenged the British rule by championing the local khadi cloth and encouraging people to weave their own. Living in a country that had been united by a common thread inspired me a great deal. At last, when it came to deciding which path I was to take at university, textile design prevailed.”
“In art I feel safe. Creating art has served as both something to pass an idle hour and as a refuge when times are difficult.”
It sounds like growing up in India has played an integral role in shaping your passion. Could you tell us more about that?
“The beauty and integrity of Indian culture has always been a source of inspiration. I ended up writing my final thesis on the sari, a piece of traditional cloth that remains prevalent to this day. More than most other countries, India upholds the importance of handmade traditional clothing and the hands that weave them. My school was situated in the foothills of the Himalayas. The peaks that encircled us gave me security and the grandeur of the mountains always reminded us to stay humble. Growing up in that little village in India has definitely shaped the person I am today.”

Being based in KL now, how does the city inspire you as an artist?
“The presence of incredible diversity in our country truly is special. It gives me so much joy when I see that our traditions are still kept alive. There are many local craftsmen and craftswomen that I have yet to discover and I look forward to meeting them all. There is a lot of potential for artists to flourish here in KL. It’s not oversaturated like the art scene in London. It feels very intimate and encouraging to be a part of. So far I have found that remaining true to the art and making an effort to reach out to like-minded people has served me well as an artist.”

You were recently involved in Fashion Revolution Week. What was your greatest takeaway from the experience, and how has it opened your eyes to the current state of ethical and fair fashion, especially in our country?
“I had the privilege of working with Pink Jambu on their recent ‘Tenun Reimagined’ collection. Fashion Revolution Week coincided with this project, so I asked our local weavers to get involved and take part. They felt appreciated when they were acknowledged. Realising that the people making our clothes have the same needs as us and are no less can be a first step towards ethical fashion. Our country still has a lot of work to do in terms of ethical and fair fashion but it is achievable. I enjoyed working with Tengku Marina as we share the same ideals in supporting local artisans and innovation while safeguarding traditions. It was truly inspiring to see her hard work and vision manifest through Pink Jambu.”

Tips on being a more conscious fashion consumer?
“This is advice that I am in the process of implementing in my own life: learn to live with less. It helps to favour quality over a cheap price and handmade over mass-produced products. Not only does a handmade piece of clothing last longer, each piece tells a story about the hands that gave it life. Weaving is a dying art and it is up to us to keep it alive. Do your research. Find out the damage caused by mass production and change your consumer habits. Trade, upcycle and buy second hand clothes. At school in India we boarded for 9 months together at a time, all the while trading clothes with one another. Fortunately, most of my clothes are vintage hand-me-downs from my mother.”

Any new projects planned for the year ahead? What might you be working on next?
“I have a habit of taking on many things at once which is something I am trying to work on. If you’re following me on instagram, you’ll find that I’m working on a different concept/project/collaboration every week. I love to keep myself occupied. I recently collaborated with Snackfood, Pink Jambu, Karya Mats and my textile design collaboration with d.d collective will be launched end of July. Outside of art, I started a line of handmade beauty products and soy-wax candles by the name Kushan. My fiancé, Kush and I are trying our best to live a zero waste lifestyle and Kushan is an extension of that.”

Fondest childhood memory.
What inspires you?
What is your favourite subject to draw?
How do you wind down when you’re not creating art?

“A foot-soak with sea salt and essential oils, meditation and folding dumplings.”
Where do you see yourself in five years?

“Weaving in an atelier, working with local artisans and conserving this planet wherever possible.”

Keep up with Shan Shan’s work at www.shanshanlim.com and on Instagram at @shanshanlimstudios.

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All the celebrity hair and makeup looks we love from the AMAs 2018

10.10.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Celebrities dazzled at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California yesterday night, bringing their absolute best in the form of hair and makeup looks that complemented their head-turning ensembles. Notable stars who were nailing it include Taylor Swift—whose red carpet comeback required a pair of sunglasses from the major wattage she was exuding thanks to her metallic Balmain ensemble and game-slaying makeup look; Cardi B, who killed it with crimson lips and matching nails to go with her elaborate look; and J. Lo—her signature look was out in full force that night, proving that flawlessness truly runs in her blood.
Below, all our favourite beauty looks from the AMAs 2018:
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#BuroEats: 5 New cafes in KL to visit for November 2018

11.11.2018
By Rachel Au

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1. Pokok.kl

In short, it’s a cafe in a glasshouse but Instagram-worthy points aside, the menu is sure to delight with a good mix of Asian and Western dishes as well as desserts.
Address: MAHSA Universiti, Jalan Universiti Campus, Jalan Elmu, Off Jalan Universiti, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 9am – 9pm
Phone: 012 221 3728
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2. Catcher in the rye

The new kid on the Seksyen 17 block comes from the same minds as Taman Desa’s Wild Sheep Chase and it’s exactly the kind of cafe you can unwind at with its neutral toned interior dashed with an abundance of natural light and leafy elements. On the menu is a wide variety of comfort food, desserts and good coffee.
Address: 605, Jalan 17/12, Seksyen 17, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 11am – 7pm (Fri – Sun)
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3. Cureé

Over in KL is a cafe worth exploring for two good reasons: Hokkaido-inspired soup curries for the soul and a Pinterest-worthy interior you won’t want to leave. They also have a few Japanese fusion breakfast items such as okonomiyaki waffle and a mashed avocado toast.
Address: 38, Jalan 1/77A Off Jalan Imbi, Jalan Changkat Thambi Dollah
Opening hours: 12pm – 10pm (closed on Wed)
Phone number: 011 1888 7987
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4. Vintage 1988 Cafe

What was originally an accessories brand, Vintage 1988 has recently branched out to open a cafe on Jalan Sultan, specialising in coffee, desserts and a cosy space.
Address: 34, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am – 11pm (Sun – Thurs) | 9am – 12am (Fri – Sat)
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5. Road to Emmaus

Subang folks would probably have passed by this hidden gem. Still relatively new with a humble menu of coffee, tea, kombucha, sandwiches and cakes, the community cafe is great for quiet and intimate catch-ups.
Address: 8, Jalan SS19/5B, Subang Jaya
Opening hours: Varies (check Instagram for updates). Closed on Mon
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What you didn’t know about Malaysia’s Health Director-General, Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah

17.04.2020
By Liyana Zamzuri

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ICYMI: China Global TV Network (CGTN) recently listed Malaysia’s Health Director-General (D-G), Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah as one of the three leading doctors combating COVID-19. And sure enough, many Malaysians know the name and many only have praise for the Health D-G.
Elsewhere, Anthony Fauci, the director of the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, as well as Ashley Bloomfield, the director-general of health in New Zealand, are amongst others that made the ‘Doctors at the Top’  list. All three have been praised for the past few weeks for their ‘calm, clear and convincing’ appearances to disseminate information and facts to the public about this COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr Noor Hisham has definitely been the calm amidst the storm. He has been widely praised for providing us with the latest insights during this MCO period, powered with facts through daily press conferences and frequent postings via his social media platforms.

‘The recognition is not for me but for the country.’ – Dr Noor Hisham
He said this at a COVID-19 daily media conference in Putrajaya yesterday evening. Known as a humble man, Dr Noor Hisham also thanked all the ministries and ministers who cooperated in implementing the MCO.
It’s funny how two months ago we barely know of Dr Noor Hisham’s existence. Glued to our screeens, now we cannot go a day without laying our eyes on him.
Let’s find out more about our humbling health D-G :
1. He’s an intellectual

Dr Noor Hisham holds a Masters in Surgery (1988) and a Medical doctorate (1994) degree from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and according to the Ministry of Health’s official portal, he then went on to specialise in endocrine surgery.
He received his Fellowship Training in Breast Endocrine Surgery from the Royal Australasian College Of Surgeons in 1997. He has also trained in institutions across Adelaide and Sydney, Australia.
2. He has been serving the nation with pride since 1988

Dr Noor Hisham begin his career as a medical officer in August 1988. Despite being occupied with his Health Director-General duties, he is still the senior consultant breast and endocrine surgery at Putrajaya Hospital.
Before his D-G appointment in 2013, he was Deputy Director-General of Health; a post he held since 28 January 2008.
3. Recognised for his significant contributions

Thanks to his admirable service to the country, Dr Noor Hisham was awarded the Panglima Jasa Negara (P.J.N.) title, a Malaysian federal award where the recipient receives the title of ‘Datuk’.
He has also been awarded the fellowship ad hominem by Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. The award is apparently the highest recognition of the oldest, largest and most prestigious college of surgeons in the world.
Other notable honorary awards and recognitions he has received include:

Excellent Service Award, JKWPKL
Fellowship of the Academy of Medicine Malaysia (2004)
 Honorary Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians London (2012)
Honorary Degree of Doctor of Medicine from Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (2014)
Honorary Fellowship of the Academy of Family Physicians of Malaysia (2015)
Honorary Fellowship of the International College of Dentists (2016)
Honorary Doctorate in Medicine from Management and Science University (2017)

4. His special appointments

 Our beloved D-G has been invited as a guest speaker all over the world and participated in many innovative health outreach programs.
In a statement by the Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi), according to Bernama, Dr Noor Hisham is among many professionals that have been selected to join a coalition of global scientists to curb the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr Noor Hisham is also a member of the board to several health bodies and professional organisations that include Bioeconomy Corporation, Clinical Research Malaysia (CRM), Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) and Malaysian Medical Council (MMC).
We should be very grateful to have someone like Dr Noor Hisham around who has been taking pro-active measures to flatten the curve and keep the daily number of  cases at a manageable level.
In the words of Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah:
“We are still battling this. Our battle is not over yet. We have not won and neither have we lost.”
Meanwhile, the Internet has made this observation:

@DGHisham vs Covid19 pic.twitter.com/l0n6hSTjB4
— Muhammad el-‘Izz (@paracletos7) April 4, 2020

Aku dah agak. PATUTLAH CAM KENAL JE.Dr. Noor Hisham. Remus Lupin pic.twitter.com/hhG934MBuy
— a.m (@mawwwneee) April 7, 2020

sorry… don’t get bothered with this..just my thoughts. they looked similar to meDr Noor Hisham Lupin pic.twitter.com/UGv1MwAiCO
— Pokley (@haiyakassim) March 26, 2020

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Beauty
Sunday Riley on her eponymous brand’s rise to success (and more!)
Up close and personal

26.11.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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If by now you haven’t heard of Sunday Riley, you’re missing out. The eponymous brand was founded by Texas native Sunday Riley in 2009 and has since garnered a cult global following worldwide.
Among their highly coveted roundup is the TikTok viral Luna Night Sleeping Oil and Good Genes Lactic Acid Treatment, as well as the newly launched C.E.O. Afterglow moisturiser, all of which are Sephora best-sellers worldwide.
Ahead, we spoke to the founder herself to glean more details on the brand’s rise to cult fame, the makeup line that once was (and may be once again!), and what to look forward to from the brand.

Could you walk us through the brand story of Sunday Riley? You are a cosmetic chemist-turned-beauty entrepreneur—what inspired you to make this change?
“I’ve always had a passion for skincare. I’ve loved skincare since childhood. I remember my grandma cutting aloe in her backyard for things like abrasions and saying how good it was for your skin. I remember my mother applying blue eyeshadow when I was young, looking like the most beautiful woman in the world. When I was 12, I read that Marilyn Monroe had started using anti-wrinkle cream at the same age. I remember thinking, oh my gosh, have I waited too long to start? So I hopped on my bike (against my parent’s wishes) and rode to the pharmacy and bought a $10 jar of pink face cream. I cherished every drop and was instantly mesmerised by skincare. As a teenager, I became a “resident expert” on skincare, then went on to study chemistry. In 2009, I founded Sunday Riley Skincare, so it’s something that I’ve always naturally gravitated towards my whole life.
“I’m a big believer that you’ve got to put the best product out. That’s why you see brands that have been around for less time than us that have 100 products, but we still have a very small assortment. We don’t have 10 moisturisers; we don’t have five sister lines. Everyone wants to have clean beauty, but that does cost more. The quality of the ingredient that you put in the product really does matter. It matters to the world, it matters to the environment, but it also matters to your skin. So we’ve always decided to have fewer products— but it’s all products that we can stand behind.
“Something that truly drew me to create a skincare company is that I love problem-solving, and I love formulating. Really being a part of other people’s journey towards self-love and self-care is what inspires me, and what gets me up in the morning. I’ve never really considered myself an entrepreneur. The brand, the formula and skincare itself is more than just a business to me; I live and breathe skincare and I am just glad that I can share all of that with others.”

You lend your own name to the Sunday Riley brand—why did you choose to make the brand eponymous?
“My dad actually gave me my name ‘Sunday Riley’. It was Austin, Texas and it was the hippie era. He said he wanted to give me a name that would be great for business if I wanted to go into business someday, which I think is quite funny now but I’m glad for it and I really love it.”

What does the process of product development look like in the Sunday Riley labs?
“It’s a lengthy process, from sourcing the ingredients to naming the products but I love the fact that I’m able to create what I love and make real changes in people’s lives.
“I will quite literally start with a blank notepad where I write out every formula we produce. It differs from product to product, but I always start with the skin and a problem to solve. I also really focus on texture and where it fits into someone’s routine. From there I look at the ingredients. I have a database that’s broken down by botanicals and actives, and what they can do for the skin. From this point, I’ll start pulling everything together to suit the skin concern we’re working with. I’m a big believer that all our products have to be a blend of biotechnology, science and botanicals. I take a 360-degree approach when looking at skin health.
“We have great relationships with our suppliers, we always make sure we’re sourcing the absolute highest quality. That’s our point of difference—I don’t even look at the price when I’m formulating, it’s about the quality of the ingredient. It’s incredibly important that as a brand we’re constantly evolving and offering the absolute best available to our customers. It takes a long time to get a formula right, sometimes it can take hundreds of iterations to get it perfect!”

How would you describe the brand philosophy of Sunday Riley?
“As a brand, our philosophy is ‘powered by science, balanced by botanicals’—fusing scientifically-proven ingredients with balancing botanicals to deliver instant and long-lasting results without the downtime. I believe there are three key ingredients that everyone should incorporate into their skincare routine for optimal skin health— AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), Vitamin C and retinol.
“Sunday Riley as a company is built on the power of ‘YES’ and the power of positivity. We believe in curiosity, doing things differently and we believe in making the impossible possible. Ultimately we are a yes brand! Sunday Riley’s ethos and core are built on active ingredients, science-based formulations, creating the highest quality products, being an advocate for human rights, being a female-owned and founder-owned brand, being cruelty-free, sustainable and being an advocate for giving back. Everything we do from start to finish encompasses these values and is important to the functioning of every aspect of the brand.
“Skincare is a very honest experience and skin has a profound effect on how we feel about ourselves. To have a chance to help people feel like they can be better, more confident versions of themselves and that they can make great choices in life, that’s really an honour.”

What sets Sunday Riley apart from the rest of the beauty scene?
“I started a skincare company because I believe that I have the ability to listen to what people want and craft formulas that can actually make a change in the way people look and feel. When we launched in 2009, there was a definite gap in the market for what we called ‘green technology’, which is balancing science-based active ingredients with botanicals. It’s not just about active ingredients and transformation (whilst they are essential for optimum skin health) it’s also about nurturing and nourishing your skin and making sure that you’re naturally taking care of inflammation and irritation too, which is where botanicals come in. At the time, there wasn’t a real mix of that. I wanted to formulate products that achieved instant results without the downtime, which is what I did combining these two elements.
“In general, what I’m interested in are really effective products that work right away. I always say great skin can be a journey but you should still be able to look great and see instant results along that journey. I think people have faith in us that if we make something, it’s going to do what it says it’s going to do. Our ingredients are of the highest possible quality, I always make sure we are using the absolute best suppliers. I knew if I focused on fast-acting formulas, results and clinically proven ingredients, the skin transformation would speak for itself.
“As CEO and product formulator, I am very hands-on throughout the entire development process—from formulating, to packaging, and to marketing—it is important to me to be involved in every step when launching a new product. This helps to ensure it translates to what the customer wants and needs and sets us apart from competitors.”

How did the concept for the new C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream come about? What inspired the launch?
“I really wanted to create a lightweight humectant moisturiser to add the line that would work for all skin types, including acne-prone skin. Vitamin C is also a key part of our ‘power of three’ philosophy—CEO Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream is an extension of our best-selling CEO Collection in Sephora. For me, the process focused on creating a lightweight texture that sinks in quickly for all skin types, but still hydrates the skin for 24 hours. Vitamin C can be very tricky to formulate so it took hundreds of iterations to get it right.”

What are some of the star ingredients in the new product and how did you settle on them during product development?
“There are a number of different ingredients that work together to make up this product. The core ingredient is a Vitamin C called THD ascorbate which is the absolute gold standard of vitamin C. We incorporate this in our CEO collection because it’s a powerful, stable, and highly targeted to diminish the visible signs of premature ageing, while being significantly less irritating than other forms of vitamin C.  Clinically proven to brighten the appearance of the skin, provide antioxidant support, and fight the look of premature ageing caused by UV-B exposure, the THD ascorbate we use is from Japan. You can get it from cheaper places but in my opinion, and I’ve evaluated it, the quality is significantly reduced and the antioxidant impact isn’t as good. It’s not only about purity, it’s about the strength.
“CEO Afterglow also includes ergothioneine, an amino acid with antioxidant properties, which helps to stabilize vitamin C and reduce signs of ageing skin. Sodium Hyaluronate: A powerful humectant blend that attracts and binds water, for increased skin hydration.
“It is then balanced by a series of botanicals including Lutein (from marigolds), a deep yellow antioxidant derived from marigolds for a boost of antioxidants. My favourite part of the product, besides the scent, is the bright yellow pop of colour from the antioxidants! Allantoin is derived from aloe to keep skin moisturized. And a neroli blend of uplifting essential oils.
“C.E.O. Afterglow is clinically proven to improve skin brightness and texture and provide 24 hours of continuous hydration.”

How would you recommend we incorporate the new product into our routines, especially in relation to the rest of the C.E.O. range and the entire Sunday Riley lineup as a whole?
“I use C.E.O. Afterglow twice a day! At night, during cold ordry weather periods, I even layer it under another moisturiser like Ice Ceramide Moisturising Cream. C.E.O. Afterglow sinks in so quickly and makes my skin glow in seconds, so I put it on every morning under makeup—if I wear any—to give my skin a burst of radiance. I feel like this little jar of magic is my secret weapon.
“In terms of regime and layering with our other products, at the moment I keep our new C.E.O. Afterglow Vitamin C Brightening Cream on my bedside table, and I use it a little differently to most. I wake up in the morning and I wash my face with Ceramic Slip, then I’ll spritz my face with Pink Drink which helps to support the microbiome—I take my probiotics and I use my Pink Drink! I then apply Afterglow first basically as a thick water-based serum—this is an extreme hack but I really believe it has brightened the appearance of my skin. Then I mix around two to three pumps of CEO 15 per cent Vitamin C Serum, with about two to three drops of CEO Glow and mix them together in my hand then I apply it. I’m pretty diligent about the application— I’ll apply it all over my face, under the eye, over the eye, and I make sure I apply it around the mouth, face, neck and chest.
“From here, I might go do some emails, do my thing around the house. I’ll come back and apply Good Genes. If I need a moisturiser, I’ll use ICE Ceramide Moisturising Cream. Finally, I’ll apply Auto Correct Eye Contour Cream around my eyes. I also reapply Auto Correct throughout the day because I have to look awake cause I don’t really sleep.
“Plus I always have products at my desk throughout the day. I’ll always apply CEO Serum and (at the moment) the C.E.O. Afterglow Vitamin C Brightening Cream throughout the day at least once—and I apply a tonne of sunscreen.  Even if I’m indoors I apply a tonne of sunscreen.
“But always have fun with your skincare and listen to your skin—you know it best!”

The new C.E.O. Afterglow Cream is manufactured according to Sunday Riley’s B Corp certified standards—what exactly does this mean?
“We are proud to be a B Corp Certified brand, which means we’re recognised for our conscious efforts to use business as a force of good and commitment to minimising our impact on the environment. It also means, in our ongoing commitment to the environment and communities, C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream is vegan and cruelty-free. Being manufactured in adherence to Sunday Riley’s B Corp certified standards includes ensuring we’re the best we can be in all aspects of business, from product performance right through to giving back to the community and sustainability. It was important to me to ensure we’re influencing positive change wherever we have a corporate presence.
“We use the absolute highest standard of ingredients. CEO Afterglow is sulfate-free, paraben-free, gluten-free, soy-free, phthalate-free, fragrance-free, and vegan. I’m a huge animal lover so it was a non-negotiable for our skincare to be cruelty-free and it always has been from the very beginning. We’re double-certified by Leaping Bunny and PETA. We are also proud to be plastic-neutral.
“Our pledge to our customers is that we only want the absolute best available to people, that’s our mission. You can feel good about the products you are putting on your skin because you trust that they are made to the highest quality and with the highest ethical standards in mind.”

What are three must-have products you would recommend to new customers from the line?
The power of three—AHAs, Retinol and Vitamin C! Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment for all-over instant glow and radiance. Luna Sleeping Night Oil to improve the appearance of wrinkles, redness, and pores for visibly younger-looking skin. And CEO Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream to brighten, even texture and tone and provide 24 hours of continuous hydration.”

There was once a makeup line within the Sunday Riley brand—do you have any plans to reintroduce it?
“Yes, we had a huge makeup line and it was probably a little too soon for us and a little too ambitious. We had only been around as a skin-care brand for a year and a half so we didn’t have a strong reputation in the industry yet. The makeup line was also huge—We had 12 liquid foundations, 12 cream foundations, three mascaras, 25 eye shadows, 25 lipsticks and more. It was a lot. There weren’t a lot of tools lined up to really help spread the word so, financially, it just wasn’t viable for us at the time. Now that we’re more established, who knows? A makeup line could definitely be something we explore again!”

What’s next for the Sunday Riley brand? Can you divulge any information on any upcoming launches or the future direction of the brand?
“There is a lot I’m interested in at the moment, so many areas that I’m interested in expanding into so watch this space. I just bought a farm in Italy and I’ve been experimenting with a lot of the botanicals from the land, especially for body products, so stay tuned…”

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Style
How 10 luxury brands are keeping us entertained during this isolation period

08.05.2020
By Joan Kong

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As an increasing number of countries issue strict lockdown or social distancing orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many professionals including fitness coaches, meditation gurus, chefs and more have been offering free classes and online experiences—perfect for us to enrich our time (and relieve boredom!) at home.
We have a list of things-to-do for fashion, beauty, lifestyle and pop-culture enthusiasts—we’ve also launched a BURO. Hangouts: Live series which will have at least three sessions per week—but if you’re looking for something more, a growing number of fashion houses have come up with platforms that will keep you entertained. And the best part? You don’t have to be a fashion fan to enjoy them.
Below, find out what digital events you could participate in for the next few weeks:
Dior’s ballet dance lessons

What: Want to learn some new skills this MCO, and get a good workout while you’re at it? Dior has tapped some of its favourite dancers to offer ballet lessons and workshops, so put on your best costume and start practicing your pile!
Who: The three sessions are led by a principal dancer of the Paris Opera Ballet, Germain Louvet; a Paris Opera Ballet choreographer, Sébastien Bertaud; and a principal dancer of the Paris Opera Ballet and director of the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma ballet company, Eleanora Abbagnato.
How: Watch them on Instagram or on the Maison’s Youtube channel here.
Salvatore Ferragamo’s #MomToMom project

What: In conjunction with Mother’s Day, Salvatore Ferragamo is hosting a conversation series via Instagram Live. Hosted by one of its brand muses, model Carolyn Murphy, the one-on-one conversations will cover topics from motherhood to beauty and wellness to fashion and design.
Who: The guests are all the superwomen who inspired Carolyn. Miranda Kerr was featured in a previous session, but the upcoming ones will feature the creator of EyeSwoon, Athena Calderone and supermodel Lily Aldridge.
How: Tune in to Athena’s episode tonight at 3.30am, or Lily Aldridge’s session at 3am on Saturday via Instagram Live. Night owls, here’s another reason to stay up for.
Ermenegildo Zegna’s online exhibition

What: Ermenegildo Zegna is known for its exquisite menswear, and if you’re curious as to what goes on behind the scenes, the ‘Ermenegildo Zegna’s 100 years in fabric, innovation, and style’ exhibition can be accessed online for free.
Who: Treat it as having the whole space at Casa Zegna, Trivero to yourself. You can learn more about the brand’s history in sustainable innovation, and also the refinement of its fabric creations.
How: Click on this link and have fun exploring.
Van Cleef & Arpels’s L’École online classes

What: Have always had an interest in high jewellery or simply looking to enrich yourself this (extended) MCO? L’École, School of Jewellery Arts, supported by Van Cleef & Arpels, is offering free access to its e-library, where you can get a different—and deeper—perspective on the world of exquisite jewellery.
Who: Featuring gemologists and professors at L’École, the industry experts cover a broad range of topics, from the different shades of sapphires, to the myths and legends of the emerald, to the representation of jewels in European painting.
How: Click on this link and enjoy!
Christian Dior’s Designer of Dreams exhibition

What: Remember the ‘Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams’ exhibition that was one of the most sought-after retrospectives at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris? If you didn’t get the chance to visit or if you simply want to relive it, good news: Dior has uploaded a one-hour video that dives deep into its 70 years of creation, from Monsieur Dior to Yves Saint Laurent to Maria Grazia Chiuri. Think of it as a mini fashion documentary.
Who: The video will be led by two of its exhibition curators, Florence Müller and Olivier Gabet.
How: Watch the video on Youtube here.
Prada Possible Conversations

What: A series of live dialogues between “thinkers, cultural arbiters, and fashion figures across the world” that promise to enlighten and engage.
Who: The first session which took place yesterday, April 14 featured author and curator Pamelo Golbin and fashion features director of AnOther Magazine and Men’s Critic of the Financial Times, Alexander Fury, discussing “Fashion in Times of Crisis”.
How: Watch it on Prada’s Instagram page. The next IG Live session will be held on April 22, at 12am Malaysian time, featuring Italian artist and filmmaker Francesco Vezzoli and the associate Professor at the École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS), Emanuele Coccia.
Alexander McQueen’s McQueen Music

What: Want to re-immerse yourself in some Alexander McQueen runway magic? The brand has announced a new initiative that allows us to stream music from its past fashion shows.
Who: John Gosling, the man behind the fashion house’s runway soundtracks for over 20 years has edited a nine-hour selection so far, but on top of that, the brand is also working with more collaborators including English music composer Isobel Waller Bridge and the London Contemporary Orchestra to create more playlists for its channel.
How: Check out Alexander McQueen’s Spotify page here.

Bottega Veneta’s Bottega Residency

What: A virtual entertainment platform that taps different collaborators, muses, and talents each week to show off their creative works, in a bid to share positivity, provide inspiration, and comfort at a time of loneliness.
Who: Writers, musicians, film directors, performers will take over during weekdays, while weekends will feature live performances by artists, cooking segments by up-and-coming chefs. Keep a look out for movie night on Sundays by a film industry partner.
How: The Bottega Residency is accessible via Instagram, Youtube, Weibo, Line, Kakao, Spotify, Apple Music, and on the brand’s site.
Gucci’s The Gucci podcast

What: Launched in May 2018, The Gucci Podcast aims to “bring the world of Gucci to life”, but there’s more to that—the channel covers topics including feminism, breaking beauty norms, and other global issues.
Who: The latest episode features old school friends three-Michelin-star chef Massimo Bottura and Gucci’s President and CEO Marco Bizzarri. The duo talks about their childhood memories and the two Gucci Osteria da Massimo Bottura restaurants in Florence and Los Angeles. Other guests include actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw, music icon Sir Elton John, fashion designer and collaborator Dapper Dan, fashion influencer Susie Lau, and of course, creative director Alessandro Michele.
How: There are 28 episodes to date, and you can listen to them on the Gucci Podcast channel on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Soundcloud.
Dior’s Dior Talks

What: A podcast channel with an objective of bringing the people who have shaped the creative direction of the French Maison, along with notable figures whose artistic, cultural, or intellectual contributions have influenced its narrative.
Who: The channel has four episodes launched so far, and it features creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri, American feminist artist Judy Chicago, curator and critic Paolo Ugolini, and English artist Tracey Emin.
How: Listen to the podcast here.
Louis Vuitton’s The Fondation from Your Home

What: The Fondation Louis Vuitton will host three digital events each week “to share content with its public and community allowing them to relive or discover certain exhibitions, concerts, masterclasses and events that it has offered since its 2014 opening,” states the museum’s announcement.
Who: At 6pm on Wednesdays, there will be a virtual exhibition with commentary by the curators; at 8.30pm on Fridays there’ll be a concert at its auditorium; and at 5.30pm on Sundays, a concert by the graduates of the Classe d’Excellence de Violoncelle led by Gautier Capuçon will go live. Its first week featured “In Tune with the World” exhibition, a concert by Lang Lang, and “Violoncelles, vibrez!”, a documentary of the work of Gautier Capuçon.
How: Watch the videos on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and LinkedIn.
Loewe’s Loewe En Casa

What: Loewe’s creative director Jonathan Anderson has launched a series of ongoing online events via the brand’s Instagram Live. Dubbed the Loewe En Casa (which translates to Loewe At Home), the sessions—which include a studio tour to craft demonstrations to Q&A sessions—showcase the use of different materials, from metalwork and goldsmith to woodcraft and weaving.
Who: The event will feature the collaborators who are involved in its cultural projects, or the finalists of the Loewe Craft Prize. Some of the names include Adi Toch, Julian Watts, metal artist Koichi Lo, Irina Razumovskaya, textile artist Sophia Rowley and more.
How: This week’s session will be held on April 2, 4, and 5. Tune in to Loewe’s Instagram to watch it.
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Pink With A Purpose: 9 Fashion items to buy in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

07.10.2021
By Kelly Lim

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Couture wedding gowns that will make you feel like a fairytale princess

Happy Pink October! This year, both local and international fashion brands have come together once again to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, launching limited-edition products and collections to raise awareness and funds in the battle against breast cancer. If you’re looking to indulge in some retail therapy for a good cause this month, we’ve highlighted some notable picks to help you show your support below:
Alia B.

In her fourth year of continuing her support towards breast cancer awareness, local designer Alia Bastamam extended her philanthropic efforts to include the Children’s Home of Hope at the National Cancer Society Malaysia, in celebration of children and the future they hold. In doing so, the brand collaborated with multi-disciplinary artist Dhan Illiani to create a limited-edition T-shirt and sweater which features Illiani’s mixed media work ‘Sincerely, Adik‘. Envisioned as an all-encompassing endearing term that Malaysians use, ‘adik’ is used in the artwork to symbolically represent the child in all of us. 100 per cent proceeds of sales will go to the National Cancer Society Malaysia and Children’s Home of Hope.
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Bonia

Gianna Shoulder bag, Bonia
In honour of Pink October, local lifestyle brand Bonia has partnered with Breast Cancer Welfare Association Malaysia (BCWA) to unveil their ‘B-Pink’ capsule, which includes a curation of pink-hued bags, shoes and accessories from the brand’s latest collections and beloved classics. 10 per cent of proceeds from the capsule collection will be donated to BWCA, with the aim of raising a minimum of RM10,000 to support the charity as part of a community-driven, months-long campaign.
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Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren’s Pink Pony Initiative is in its 21st year, and this year the American brand has tapped a diverse cast of cancer survivors and supporters from around the world to share their personal stories. Featuring Korean actress and singer Krystal Jung and black queer sexuality educator Ericka Hart among others, the campaign arrived alongside the launch of an exclusive apparel assortment that features plenty of Polo icons, accessories and a limited-edition fragrance. 100 per cent of proceeds from their Pink Pony Fleece hoodie (and 25 per cent from the rest of the collection) will go to the Breast Cancer Foundation in Singapore and The National Cancer Society of Malaysia, while all of the sales from the Romance Pink Pony Edition fragrance will benefit the brand’s Pink Pony fund.
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Stella McCartney

Toilets, Tits, Teeth (TTT) T-shirt, Stella McCartney
For their seventh annual Breast Cancer Awareness campaign, Stella McCartney joined forces with Netflix’s Sex Education to create a comedic sketch that uses humour to dispel myths about the disease and inspire young women to integrate self-checking into their self-care routines. The brand has also released a limited-edition ‘Triple T’ T-shirt, featuring a unique heat-react dye effect that turns white when touched. Each sale will equate to one mastectomy bra being made and given to post-op breast cancer patients for free through the Stella McCartney Cares Foundation.
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READ: Are you wearing the wrong bra size? Here are the signs that you are—and the effects it has on your body
David Yurman

Mini chevron pinky ring, David Yurman
In honour of 13 years of partnership with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, jewellery brand David Yurman has created an exclusive collection of pink limited-edition cable bracelets and pink sapphire pieces that include necklaces and a mini chevron pinky ring for Pink October. All proceeds from their cable bracelets will be donated to BCRF throughout the month, while 20 per cent of proceeds from ribbon motif pieces will go to the foundation from now through July 31, 2022.
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Victoria’s Secret

Body by Victoria Mastectomy Bra, Victoria’s Secret
In collaboration with Stella McCartney, Victoria’s Secret debuted their first-ever line of mastectomy bras for breast cancer awareness month. The launch arrived together with a short film––starring Stella McCartney herself––on the importance of women’s education on breast cancer and the need for regular self-checks. Designed especially for those with breast cancer, the mastectomy bra is made with no wire, soft material and includes an inner lining to fit a prosthetic. Available at US$10 for the month of October, 100 per cent of proceeds will go to the Victoria’s Secret Global Fund for Women’s Cancer. The brand has also announced that it will be donating US$500,000 to the Stella Cares Foundation, a charity dedicated to breast cancer awareness and education.
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Vera Bradley

Vera ‘Hope Blooms Pink’ Tote bag in recycled cotton, Vera Bradley

American lifestyle brand Vera Bradley has released two limited-edition floral patterns for Breast Cancer Awareness month via their new ‘Hope Blooms’ and ‘Hope Blooms Pink’ collections of bags and accessories. Five per cent of sales from all items in both styles will be donated to the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer.
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Roxanne Assouline

Pink Checkmate bracelet, Roxanne Assoulin
In need of a fun accessory that’ll brighten up any look? Look no further than the pink-hued accessories of Roxanne Assoulin’s signature beaded styles for Pink October. All proceeds will go towards the National Breast Cancer Foundation, whom they’ve partnered with in support of their mission to help women gain access to cancer care.
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Jimmy Choo

Pink satin mules with crystals, Jimmy Choo
From now until the end of the year, Jimmy Choo will be donating 20 per cent of proceeds from its limited Power in Purpose edit of shoes to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, with a maximum donation of US$100,000.
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These four artists are “One of Not Many”

14.09.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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For the uninitiated, you’re looking at the oldest luxury watchmaker with an uninterrupted history that has been around since 1755. SIHH 2018 saw the launch of an emblematic new collection in the form of the historically inspired Fiftysix, a modern interpretation of the brand’s iconic reference 6073, which was launched back in (you guessed it) 1956. Its most recent addition to the line is a Tourbillon reference, a prestigiousm, ultra-thin timepiece marked by a symbolic Maltese cross tourbillon carriage at 6 o’clock.

This year also marks a new chapter in Vacheron Constantin’s history with its new campaign, “One of not many”—a statement that defines the Maison’s rich history of 260 years and utmost commitment to Fine Watchmaking traitions.

“The watch industry represents over one billion watches per year, of which only 25 million are produced in Switzerland and barely 500,000 can lay claim to Fine Watchmaking status,” said Louis Ferla, CEO of Vacheron Constantin. “Within this context, Vacheron Constantin focuses on limited and reasonable production volumes, as required to offer the highest level of quality, aesthetics and expertise. Within an already highly exclusive segment, our Maison is committed to maintaining a unique and sophisticated character. In this respect we are resolutely “One of not many”.

To drive the message home, Vacheron Constantin has carefully selected four talented artists whose work and image mirror the Maison’s technical prowess, never-ending quest for excellence, and spirit of innovation and creativity.

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Benjamin Clementine and James Bay

A virtuoso multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and contemporary poet, Benjamin Clementine wears many hats, and he does so exceptionally well, establishing himself as one of the most talented musicians of his generation. Fellow British musician James Bay is also a force to be reckoned with, a bold artist who is not afraid to explore new musical territories. This is shown in his sophomore album, which sophisticatedly marries a diverse range of genres into one record.
Both artists embody the modern and cosmopolitan elegance of the Fiftysix collection.

Ora Ito and Cory Richards

Personifying the refined lines of the Patrimony collection is French multidisciplinary designer Ora Ito, whose signature “Simplexity” concept of minimal yet techno-futuristic design has earned him a formidable list of clients that include some of the world’s most renown brands. Last but not least is Cory Richards, a photographer and explorer who has climbed Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen and travelled extensively across the world to capture some truly remarkable images. His sense of discovery and adventure corresponds perfectly with the Overseas collection.

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‘My Universe’: Heartwarming reactions to Coldplay’s cross-cultural collaboration with BTS

24.09.2021
By Buro247

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Coldplay has broadened its horizons from ‘A Sky Full of Stars’ to ‘My Universe’ with BTS. After months of speculation, the K-pop boy group and British rock band have finally released their anticipated collaboration. The song, written and sung in both English and Korean, will appear on Coldplay’s upcoming Music of the Spheres LP album due out on October 15.
In an interview with Apple Music, Chris Martin of Coldplay revealed that the song was inspired by a “loving text”. He explained: “It had been in my mind for a while that someone had said BTS were wondering if we’d do a song for them or something like that. And the phrase, ‘My universe,’ in this text was like, ‘Oh, that’s a cool song title.” Once Coldplay had a song perfect for BTS, the band went to Seoul to discuss the cross-cultural collaboration.

Taking into consideration the possibility that you’re more familiar with one group than the other, here’s a quick run-through of both groups:
BTS
From humble beginnings to becoming the world’s biggest boy band, BTS has crafted an empire well beyond the confines of K-pop. The band first made its debut in 2013 and has seven members Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. The group’s name is an acronym for Bangtan Sonyeondan— or ‘Bulletproof Boy Scouts’ in English; symbolic of the group’s endurance and versatility. Their second album, Wings, sold 1 million copies in South Korea alone. BTS became the first K-Pop act to remain on the Billboard 200 chart for a whole year and collectively, they’ve won over 380 awards.
Most recently, they accompanied President Moon Jae-in of South Korea to the United Nation’s headquarters in New York, as the special presidential envoy for future generations and culture—delivering a seven-minute speech as part of their diplomatic duties.

BTS’ Butter
Coldplay
In their earlier days, Coldplay was known as an alternative rock band, but over the years, their albums and singles have leaned towards pop. With hits like ‘Viva La Vida’, ‘Fix You’, ‘Paradise’, and ‘Something Like This’, the band is known for soulful lyrics and an eclectic musical style. Coldplay has four members—Chris Martin, Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion—but considers their creative director, Phil Harvey, to be the fifth member. After releasing ‘Yellow’ in 2000, they became a sensation and went on to release their first studio album, Parachutes. It was the most successful album for the band, earning over $19.5 million in sales.

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My Universe
A song about love and embracing differences, Coldplay and BTS are uniting native English and Korean speakers through music with ‘My Universe’. Produced by Max Martin, the single was released by Atlantic Records on September 24 accompanied by an official lyric video, which amassed over 6 million times on YouTube within four hours of premiering.

A documentary titled Inside My Universe will be out on September 26 at 8pm (Malaysia time). There will also be two more versions of the song: A ‘Supernova 7 Mix’ remix and an acoustic version, which will both be released on September 27 at 7am (Malaysia Time). An official music video is still in the works.

Within hours of its release, the song hit #1 on iTunes in 62 different countries and trended on YouTube in 31 countries!

Coldplay x BTS’s #MyUniverse is currently charting at #1 in 62 countries on iTunes including the US, Brazil, India, France and Japanhttps://t.co/xtoTKG44qK pic.twitter.com/LhkHs39R7D
— ColdplayXtra (@coldplayxtra) September 24, 2021

My Universe Lyric Video is trending in 31 countries on Youtube pic.twitter.com/A8GqyVPLrR
— (@EgosShadow7) September 24, 2021

ARMY and fans of Coldplay on Twitter are over the moon at this collaboration—and new-found friendship between both bands.
Chris Martin singing the Korean lyrics to ‘My Universe’ at the Apollo Theater sure hits different:

chris martin singing the korean lyrics my heart is gonna BURST OUT OF MY CHEST pic.twitter.com/fFJSphPOqU
— (@bultaoreunebaby) September 24, 2021

BTS and Coldplay certainly know how to harmonise:

seokjin and chris martin harmonizing throughout the chorus if they ever perform it together live eyes locked while belting you you are my universe i-
— furless (@ineedseoks) September 24, 2021

We are all for this friendship:

bts gifted chris martin a purple modern hanbok pic.twitter.com/iiRtjUeV84
— (@rosy_w_bts) September 22, 2021

BTS and Coldplay understood the assignment and gave us representation at its finest:

“And they said that we can’t be togetherBecause we come from different sides”very powerful lyrics if you ask me, especially for those who might be writhing in pain that this collaboration between BTS and Coldplay happened
— (@BTStranslation_) September 24, 2021

Congratulations to Coldplay and BTS for this beautiful message of love, friendship and acceptance!
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Go on a Journey of Tapas with Gastrodome Group
Small eats, huge tastes

01.09.2015
By Buro247

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Tapas are the perfect reason to have wine in the afternoon and here are 4 dishes that make an even better case:

1. Fabas con almejas y pulpo @ La Bodega Pavilion

Paired with the fruity and smooth Paco & Lola Albarino, this dish made with spanish white beans with clams and octopus will certainly please the palate.

2. Sepia en salsa @ La Bodega BSC

This delicious cuttlefish dish with salsa pairs perfectly with the light rose wine, Luces Rosado.

3. Albondigas de rabo de toro a la guiness @ La Bodega Empire Shopping Gallery

We can already see you nodding with approval at this Guiness oxtail meatball dish. Elevate your dining experience of this tapas with the dark and fruity Laderas de el Seque.

4. Bacalao gratinado con alioli y escalibada @ La Bodega Telawi 2

This cod fish alioli grattan with a simple escalivada pairs perfectly with the classic white wine with citrus notes, Phenomenal Verdejo Rueda. Perfect for those looking for a refreshing afternoon.

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Celebrity makeup artist Morgane Martini on accentuating short lashes, glowy skin must-haves and more

06.08.2020
By Wei Yeen Loh

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You may have spotted French makeup artist Morgane Martini‘s colour-drenched, ’80s-leaning artistry on Marc Jacobs Beauty‘s Instagram feed—and if not, a slew of celebrities who are part of her repertoire, from Bella Hadid to Ashley Graham to Joan Smalls. Martini’s penchant for colours and textures is evident—sneak a peek at her #MartiniPolaroids to soak up the heady combination that is bold eyes + dramatic lips + beautiful skin.
In conjunction with Marc Jacobs Beauty’s Summer 2020 launches, we had a quick chat with the brand’s global artistry ambassador on her go-to beauty essential, how to accentuate short lashes (without resulting in a clumpy mess), and more:
What are some of your current favourite eye makeup looks?
“I love to play with the new Marc Jacobs Beauty Gold Collection. The Highliners and Eye-conic palette have the perfect shades for this summer, and I have been having fun creating different looks with them. You can create a simple sparkly cat eye or a very glamorous smokey eye.”

Can you share a tip to keep lashes from getting clumpy when applying mascara, especially for those with shorter, sparse lashes?
“It starts by choosing the right mascara. Marc Jacobs Beauty’s At Lash’d Lengthening and Volumising Mascara has the perfect brush which allows to elongate the lashes and give them more definition without getting clumpy.
“I use the wider area of the brush as close as possible from the root of the lashes and glide it along the lashes, then I use the tip to add more definition especially for the corners of the eyes and the bottom lashes.”
  What are your go-to steps for a healthy glow?
“It starts with good skincare! Exfoliating is so important as well as nourishing the skin. I love to use Youthquake Hydra-Full Retexturizing Gel Crème Moisturiser for its multitasking benefits—pineapple enzymes gently exfoliates, and the encapsulated sodium hyaluronate gives deep hydration.
“Then I love to perfect the skin with Accomplice Concealer & Touch-Up Stick—I apply only where needed. After that, I’ll finish the look with either Marc Jacob Beauty’s Glow Stick or Dew Drops. I’ll apply the highlighter on all the high points of the face: cheekbones, temples, bridge of the nose, brow bone, inner corner of the eyes and the Cupid’s bow.”
  An all-time favourite Marc Jacobs Beauty product?
“It’s so hard to only pick one! I would say the Velvet Noir Major Volume Mascara—it has been in my kit forever and all my clients love it! It’s the best mascara for full dramatic lashes.”

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How do you stay creative and inspired with your repertoire?
“I try to be as spontaneous as possible. I feel like whenever I give myself restrictions, it’s more difficult for me to be creative. It’s also important for me to keep my mind open—the more I satisfy my artistic expression in different ways, the more creative and inspired I become.”
  What has been the most valuable lesson you’ve learned after years of being in the industry?
“Stay humble and work hard! Also, focus on yourself and don’t get distracted by other people’s careers and paths. The industry is large enough for everyone and we all have a place in it. Always be grateful for what you have and keep a positive mindset.
“A positive energy always pays off, so don’t waste your energy dwelling in negativity. Be a team member! Sometimes, being a good makeup artist means knowing when to step back and to let other people shine.”

What do you love most about being a makeup artist?
“I love the teamwork and that I get to share creativity with other people. I love meeting so many new faces and travelling the world (before COVID-19, that is!). I feel very grateful and lucky that my work is my passion and I hardly ever get bored or feel unhappy to go to work.”
  If you could name one memorable makeup look you’ve created, what would it be and why?
“It’s almost impossible to choose one! I have too many great memories of amazing shoots and clients I worked with. My work is only the reflection of the team’s work and the good time we have creating together. I have too many muses and photographers I love to work with to choose only one of these moments.”
Find Morgane Martini’s beauty picks below:

At Lash’d Lifting & Volumising Mascara

Eye-Conic Multi-Finish Eyeshadow Palette in Extra-vagance (Limited Edition)

Highliner Gel Eye Crayon Eyeliner (Limited Edition)

Youthquake Hydra-Full Retexturizing Gel Crème Moisturiser

Accomplice Concealer & Touch-up Stick

Dew Drops Coconut Gel Highlighter

Velvet Noir Major Volume Mascara

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Hamburg named as next Chanel show destination
Fashion world tour

09.10.2017
By Buro247

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It is hard to imagine what could follow the jaw-dropping staging of the recent Spring/Summer 2018 Chanel runway. While we would not be seeing a repeat of towering cliffs and cascading waterfalls, the upcoming venue is set to strike a personal chord for the house. Hamburg, the second largest city and a state in northern Germany is the hometown of Karl Lagerfeld and is slated to play host to Chanel’s next Pre-Fall show.

Come December 6th, the Métiers d’Art ready-to-wear collection—started by Lagerfeld 16 years ago—will be showcased at the Elbphilharmonie (Elbe Philharmonic Hall), a newly constructed concert hall in the German city. The structural behemoth with its unmistakable undulating roof was designed by famed architects Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron, whose other notable works include the Tate Modern in London and the National Stadium in Peking for the 2008 Olympic Games.

Having previously graced cities like Rome, Dallas, Edinburgh and Salzburg, the Métiers d’Art show has become something of a fashion world tour. Each destination lends inspiration to the Kaiser’s design while he expounds on the legacy of the storied house. With significance of the next destination working in combination with the ability of Chanel’s specialty couture ateliers to always surpass expectations, we cannot even begin to imagine what Lagerfeld will have up his sleeves.

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Versace’s new bag is all about the urban jungle
Arm (or shoulder) candy

05.01.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Crafted in the finest calfskin and in soft exotic leathers such as crocodile and python, Versace’s latest Spring/Summer 2016 debut in their range of accessories is the Palazzo Empire. One that is versatile and comes in an unstructured form, it can be toted either in the hand or across the body. Its defining detail is the house’s iconic Medusa head, an eye-catching logo in metallic or painted tone-on-tone to match the colour of the bag. Similar to the Versace S/S’16 show, the urban jungle theme is translated here through the colours—the bag is available in utilitarian and eye-catching hues.
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What you need to know if you’re in Bangkok during the late King’s funeral
Be prepared and respectful

24.10.2017
By Rachel Au

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He was often called the “father of the nation” and thus, when Thailand’s King Bhumibol Adulyadej passed away on 13 October 2016, the whole nation fell into a deep state of sorrow and mourning. It’s been more than a year of preparations since and it’s finally time for the Royal Cremation Ceremony.
The actual cremation will take place on 26 October (which has been declared a public holiday) but there will be ancient rites, colourful performances and grand street processions happening from 25 till 29 October around the Sanam Luang area where the ceremonial ground is located in front of the Grand Palace. This doesn’t mean you have to avoid Bangkok during this historic period.
According to The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in a statement, “During this time, we ask tourists and visitors for their understanding and patience should they experience any inconveniences. We assure you that the Thai people remain as warm and hospitable as ever, and visitors to the kingdom at this sensitive time will get to see the great love and reverence the people have for their beloved late King as they pay a final tribute and farewell.”

Whether you’re travelling to Bangkok to pay your respects or your trip coincides with this solemn affair, here’s everything you need to know to help with your travel plans.

The Sanam Luang area will be open to the public throughout the five-day ceremony but do expect large crowds of Thais heading to the site to pay their final respects.
Bangkok’s Grand Palace, where the late King’s body now lies, and The Temple of the Emerald Buddha will be closed until 29 October.
Several other popular sites are also closed such as The Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall and Vimanmek Teak Mansion.
Public transportation will be free on 26 October. This includes the BTS skytrain and MRT subway.
There will be free rides on the Airport Rail Link from 25 till 27 October (until 2pm only).

Most businesses such as bars, amusement parks and museums have announced plans to close on 26 October while major malls reported a possibility of early closure. Emergency services and hospitals will operate as per usual.
Central Group Department stores and shopping malls will close at 3pm on 26 October except for Central World and Central Plaza’s Rama II branch.
The Emporium, The Emquartier and Siam Paragon will remain open on 26 October.
7-Eleven convenience stores will be closed from 2.30pm until midnight on 26 October.

There are no announcements about an alcohol ban. However, nightclubs and bars will be closed on 26 October.
Tourists aren’t expected to follow any strict dress codes except to dress respectfully. Those who wish to attend the Royal Cremation Ceremony, however, are required to wear all black and avoid donning tight clothing and sleeveless shirts.

The late King’s body will be transported from the Grand Palace to the nearby crematorium on 26 October with the procession starting at 7am. The cremation will take place at 10am on 26 October followed by merit-making ceremonies from 27 till 29 October.
Royal performances to honour the king and to mark the end of Thailand’s official mourning period—Khon masked dances, puppet shows, live music and many more—will be held at Sanam Luang from 6pm on 26 October till 6am on 27 October.
An exhibition will be held at Sanam Luang for 30 days, from 1 till 30 November (7am – 10pm) to showcase the arts of the Royal Crematorium and related structures.
View the full list of closures on TAT’s website. Or learn more about the Royal Cremation Ceremony and the full schedule of events here.

The confirmed date for the formal coronation of the new monarch, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun, will be announced a few weeks after the funeral.

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La Mer Celebrates World Oceans Day

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La Mer Celebrates World Oceans Day
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23.05.2015
By Terry Saw

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La Mer certainly is no stranger when it comes to protecting the ocean habitats. In fact, for the past decade, the brand, which has the sea at the very core of its inspiration and products, has actively supported ocean explorers from the National Geographic Society (plus two new explorers in 2015), whilst stepping up to drive global ocean conservation efforts (donating over US2.6 million to the cause since 2008).
This year, in celebration of World Oceans Day, which takes places annually on June 8th, La Mer reveals a new limited edition design for the prestigious Crème de la Mer. For the first time, the jar is inscribed with ‘Blue Heart‘ – as a shout-out to the brand’s ongoing commitment to protecting the ocean, ultimately, the blue heart of our planet. Oh, and if you’re wondering – La Mer only uses sea kelp that has been sustainably hand-harvested across all its products.
La Mer World Oceans Day 2015, RM1,750 is now available at counters. Click here for more details.

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