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5 Wedding makeup mistakes to avoid on your big day
Bridal beauty

05.02.2022
By Buro247

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Got a big day of nuptial bliss coming up soon? You’ll want to look your best—to make sure you’re not committing any beauty faux pas on your big day, consult our guide below

To all the soon-to-be blushing brides out there: This is an open letter. Your big day of marital bliss is soon coming up, and while you should take every opportunity to soak in the love and good vibes, you’ve also got a little planning ahead to do when it comes to your makeup beat (sorry, that’s just the way it is!).
Namely, your makeup look is of the utmost importance on your big day. Why? Well, frankly put, weddings tend to be an emotional affair, so if you’re unprepared for them, your tears of joy and animated emoting may leave you looking more bananas than bridal by the end of the night. Not to mention, there are so many things you’ve probably not considered for your big day, such as the humbling effect that flash photography has on the wrong base prep or the instant regret you’ll feel when forgetting to do a trial run on your bridal look.
Ahead, find all the makeup mistakes you should avoid making on your big day:
Mistake #1: Not using waterproof mascara

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Listen—we’re not saying that you’re a softie, but weddings tend to bring out the emotional side of even the most stoic personalities. Given that this wedding is yours, we’re just assuming there will probably be some tears involved. In any case, waterproof mascara is going to be your best friend.
Aside from staving off the waterworks, the waterproof formulation also helps to keep your lashes curled and lifted all day long. Plus, they also tend to be more smudge resistant, even in our humid climate.
Mistake #2: Forgetting your primer

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For most, especially in multicultural Malaysia, a wedding day is an all-day ordeal. Throw in the fact that our climate is both hot and humid, the odds are already against you. The last thing you’ll want is your makeup melting off by midday, so you have to make sure that you’re priming your skin perfectly—especially if you’ve got a more oily-to-combination skin type.
Not sure where to start? Consult our all-inclusive guide to makeup primers.
READ: 9 Ways to prep your skin for long-lasting makeup
Mistake #3: Using too much foundation

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This is actually just general advice for every day, but it’s especially pertinent on your wedding day. While, yes, heavier foundation will make you look flawless in photos, the reality is that you’ll probably look cakey in real life. Plus, the chances are that you probably don’t need very much in the first place, and caking on the layers will do nothing but further accentuate any texture or blemishes on your complexion.
Instead, use very thin layers and build up coverage only in the areas where you need it. The same applies for your contour and the rest of your makeup look, really. Less is more!
READ: No-makeup makeup: How to make your concealer look completely natural
Mistake #3: Using a foundation with SPF

Fun fact: SPF causes flashback with flash photography, which can make you look more ghostly than glowing. Given that it’s your big day, you can probably expect there to be cameras galore. In any case, it’s safer to opt for an SPF-free formulation.
Really, it’s best to avoid SPF in every step of your makeup routine—that includes powders and lipsticks too!.
Mistake #4: Forgetting your blusher

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On the note of flash photography, it’s important to make sure that your blusher is on point for the big day. Aside from the sculpting effect that blush can have on your face (hello, cheekbones!), blusher prevents you from looking washed out in photos.
TIP: Do a few test shots to make sure everything is perfect—you’ll want to wear enough blush to show up on camera, but not enough that it looks clownish in real life.
Mistake #5: Using a lipstick or gloss

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If there was ever a time to whip out the budge-proof matte liquid lipsticks, this would be it. For your big day (especially nowadays with the mask mandate in full force), the last thing you’ll want to do is use a lipstick (or gloss) with no staying power whatsoever. Keep in mind that you’ll be doing rounds with family and friends throughout the day, so there’s going to be lots of talking—pair that with your mask and you’ve got a smudgey situation on your hands.
Instead, opt for a lip stain that will keep your lips perfectly coloured all day long and, if you must, carry your gloss around for periodic touch-ups.
Mistake #6: Trying something new

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Believe it or not, your wedding day is not the time to experiment with the trends of today. Consider this: You’ll be looking back on these photos in 20 years—do you really want to be reminded of your e-girl phase when the time comes? For a big day like this, it’s best to stick to what you’re most comfortable with.
Mistake #7: Not doing a trial

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If, despite our warnings, you do decide that you want to try something out of your comfort zone for the big day, at least do a trial run beforehand! Whether you’re doing your makeup by yourself or you’re enlisting the help of a professional MUA, it’s always best to lay out your game plan in advance.
Our best tip? Once you’ve got your trial run look on, try to subject the look to the same conditions you expect to encounter on your wedding day—this will help you sus out any key issues with your routine and give you time to iron out a contingency plan and work out the kinks!
READ: 10 Hair and makeup stylists that will give you a picture-perfect look on your big day
Mistake #8: Forgetting your emergency bridal kit

On that note, it’s important to remember that some things are just out of your control. Whether it’s a rogue eyelash or a stray flyaway, some things will just inevitably go wrong, and the only thing you can do is be prepared for it.
On the day, just make sure you have your emergency bridal beauty kit on-hand (give it to your maid of honour to hold onto for you!).
READ: What to put in your emergency bridal beauty kit
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Beauty
#FitnessFriday: Yoga by the beach at Pangkor Laut Resort
Calming waves, soothing breeze

21.03.2018
By Joan Kong

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You may have already watched some of our #BuroBossGirl videos that are up on our site, but aside from that, the Buro 24/7 Malaysia team and the four boss girls also took some time off on our recent #BuroBossGirl getaway to work on our mind and body. To make our workout extra special, a one-off yoga session (which is usually held at the resort’s Spa Villa Deck) has been arranged on the deck by the Emerald Bay, where Dian Lee led the class to the rhythm of the sea waves and soothing breeze.
Watch us find our inner zen above:

The complimentary yoga session at Pangkor Laut Resort is available at 8.30am daily except Wednesday for one hour, with a maximum of eight persons per session. Click here for more info.

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Food + Drink
Here are Asia’s 50 Best Bars of 2020—including Malaysia’s Bar Trigona and Junglebird

14.05.2020
By Ronn Tan

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Similar to what happened with the Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants event in March 2020,  the Asia’s 50 Best Bars announcement also went digital amid COVID-19 concerns. Revealed on 14 May 2020, the virtual ceremony “has been designed to recognise the bars and their teams’ hardwork over the past year and is not intended as a celebration in such difficult times”.

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Throughout the countdown (from 50 to one), many special awards for bars and individuals were announced too. Malaysia’s very own Bar Trigona took home the Ketel One Sustainable Bar Award for the second year in a row whereas Singapore’s Manhattan (two-time winner of The Best Bar in Asia) bagged the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award. Indulge Experimental Bistro received the Heering Legend of the List Award.

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Jay Khan of Hong Kong’s Coa (12th on 2019’s list) won Altos Bartenders’ Bartender 2020—recognised by fellow bartenders for his work. The Campari One To Watch Award went to Singapore’s No Sleep Club. As for the Industry Icon Award, it was given to Agung Prabowo of The Old Man in Hong Kong. Speaking of The Old Man, their new outpost in Singapore took home the London Essence Best Opening Award.

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In 2019, the top five of Asia’s 50 Best Bars included The Old Man (Hong Kong), Manhattan (Singapore), Indulge Experimental Bistro (Taipei), Native (Singapore), and Atlas (Singapore). Coley from Kuala Lumpur was named the best bar in Malaysia—placing at the 27th spot. Junglebird, at No. 44, also made it into the list last year.

Without further ado, these are the winners (with eight new entries) of Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2020:
1. Jigger & Pony (Singapore)

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2. The Old Man (Hong Kong)
3. Coa (Hong Kong)
4. Indulge Experimental Bistro (Taipei)
5. Atlas (Singapore)
6. Native (Singapore)
7. The Bamboo Bar (Bangkok)

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8. Manhattan (Singapore)
9. The SG Club (Tokyo)
10. Aha Saloon (Taipei)
11. Vesper (Bangkok)
12. Sober Company (Shanghai)
13. Bar Mood (Taipei)
14. Bar Trigona (Kuala Lumpur)
15. Bar Benfiddich (Tokyo)

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16. Quinary (Hong Kong)
17. Tippling Club (Singapore)
18. The Wise King (Hong Kong)
19. Speak Low (Shanghai)
20. High Five (Tokyo)
21. Bee’s Knees (Kyoto) *New Entry*
22. The Old Man (Singapore) *New Entry*

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23. D. Bespoke (Singapore)
24. Tropic City (Bangkok)
25. Gibson (Singapore)
26. Draft Land (Taipei)

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27. Room By Le Kief (Taipei) *New Entry*
28. Otto E Mezzo Bombana (Hong Kong)
29. Charles H (Seoul)
30. 28 Hongkong Street (Singapore)
31. Rabbit Hole (Bangkok)
32. Nutmeg & Clove (Singapore)

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33. Backstage Cocktail Bar (Bangkok)
34. Caprice Bar (Hong Kong) *New Entry*
35. The Pontiac (Hong Kong)
36. Hope & Sesame (Shanghai)
37. Junglebird (Kuala Lumpur)

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38. The Odd Couple (Shanghai) *New Entry*
39. Bar Trench (Tokyo)
40. Sidecar (New Delhi) *New Entry*
41. Bar Orchard Ginza (Tokyo)
42. The Curator (Manila)

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43. Union Brasserie, Bakery & Bar (Jakarta)
44. Lobster Bar & Grill (Hong Kong)
45. The Back Room (Manila)
46. MO Bar (Singapore) *New Entry*
47. Alice (Seoul)
48. Coley (Kuala Lumpur)
49. Le Chamber (Seoul)

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50. Cham Bar (Seoul) *New Entry*

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What are your thoughts on 2020’s list? Have you been to any of these bars in Asia? These establishments elevate the scene here in Asia; transforming the region into one of the most sought-after destinations for quality liquid delights.
The 50 Best organisation has also launched the 50 Best for Recovery programme—”to provide tangible financial relief for the hospitality industry, as well as to offer helpful resources for bar businesses as they emerge from the pandemic and seek actionable advice and support”. During trying times like these, it’s heartwarming to see the community working together. After all, this is a global health crisis and we’ll all have to fight the pandemic as one.
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Fashion
Just in: Buro 24/7 joins forces with System magazine
On the move

05.07.2017
By Joan Kong

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In an attempt to elevate both brands’ presence in the industry, Buro 24/7 has acquired a majority stake in System, and will move its headquarters from Moscow to London. Combining Buro 24/7’s sizeable in-house tech team with the biannual title’s insider access to the fashion industry (with covers featuring Nicolas Ghesquière, Raf Simons and Miuccia Prada, to name a few), one thing’s for sure—we’re keeping our eyes peeled for what’s coming next.

Speaking of the merge, Buro 24/7 founder Miroslava Duma says, “In an era when media giants are acquiring the credibility of independent titles, Buro and System are consciously eschewing this David-and-Goliath approach in favour of a genuine partnership and shared vision with which to shape our future. This decision came very organically because our skill sets and ambitions are so complementary. Between Buro’s digital expertise and global presence within both established and emerging markets, and System’s editorial authority, there is clearly scope to build a nimble-and entirely independent-cross-media business in both editorial and commercial contexts. Ultimately, it’s a win-win situation.”

System’s editorial team will oversee the globally-distributed original content for Buro 24/7’s digital network across 11 markets while expanding its print run and distribution, develop its Chinese edition and adding new markets into the mix. Besides that, Buro 24/7 will also launch a flagship global digital platform to showcase exclusive content.

System founders Elizabeth Von Guttman, Alexia Niedzielski, Jonathan Wingfield and Thomas Lenthal add, “As an independent magazine with a love of original storytelling, we’re proud to have always punched above our weight; pulling off the kind of coups, exclusives, and happy accidents that publishing giants pay considerable sums for. To be partnering with our friends at Buro 24/7 means this storytelling will now be told through interactive digital experiences, short films, native branded content, 10,000-word designer interviews, podcasts, social media posts – and shared with an existing global audience of millions that’s increasingly seeking original content, lively ideas and strong opinion. It feels like our black-and-white world is turning technicolour.”

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Body + Wellness
I tried period panties for the very first time—here are my thoughts

04.10.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Here are two fun buzzwords for your vocabulary: Period panties. No, I’m not talking about historically accurate undergarments. I’m talking about a pair of panties that has been specifically designed for menstruators. A pair of panties that absorbs period blood—no pad needed. A pair of panties that truly does it all.
I’m no stranger to the sustainable period game—I’m already an avid fan of menstrual cups. My own menstrual cup has been a loyal companion to me for the last four years and has seen me through countless heavy flow days. Simply put: It’s the one.
That said, while it’s great for heavy flow, I have been looking for something better suited for lighter flow days. I have had plenty of experience with reusable pads (specifically, these ones), and while I do like them, I find that they can be quite uncomfortable. Specifically, they are often very bulky and they move around too much when on.

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So, when I was sent a pair of period underwear by the Austrian brand SelenaCare (available here), my interest was piqued. The SelenaCare period panties feature the brand’s innovative SelenaTec Four-Layer Fabric Technology—all it takes is less than 4mm of fabric to completely soak up your periods.
The first layer is a moisture-wicking top layer infused with antibacterial components to ensure dryness all day. The second layer is where the magic happens—it’s a super-absorbent layer, also infused with antibacterial components to absorb up to 25ml of period blood, prevent bacterial growth and deodorise unpleasant odours. Thirdly, we have a leak-resistant, breathable layer. It’s made from a microporous blend of polyurethane and polyester to allow for air circulation without allowing liquid to penetrate. Finally, we have the outermost layer; a cotton and nylon-spandex blended fabric that ensures comfort.

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I wore the panties from 7pm to 10am the next day, and I am pleased to report that I had a great experience with them. For starters, the period panty’s comfort parallels that of a menstrual cup. No bulky pad and no uncomfortable dampness. Further, I was thoroughly impressed by how quick-absorbing, leak-proof, and totally slip-free the panties were.
Mind you, I wore them on the very first day of my period—when my flow was at its heaviest—and they managed to contain the bloody mess throughout an entire night of tossing and turning. In fact, by the time I had woken up, I felt fresh as a daisy in my nethers. Granted, my flow has been a little lighter than usual lately (anyone else noticed any changes in their cycles post-vaccine?), but it was still a hefty amount to collect. Regardless, it was a great experience and, unlike with some pads I’ve tried, there were no unpleasant odours the following morning. Win!
All in all, menstrual panties are my new go-to period essential. In fact, I’m going to be adding a few more to my cart.
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Watches
Bell & Ross and Bape reveal two limited edition timepieces

14.11.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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This year, A Bathing Ape a.k.a. Bape embarked on a milestone journey as it collaborated with 25 partners in celebrate of its 25th anniversary. It seemed only apt that the Japanese lifestyle and streetwear label approached Bell & Ross for the occasion — with Bape’s signature camouflage prints and Bell & Ross’ military leanings, it made for a dream collaboration we never knew we needed from the two distinctive yet intertwining universes.

For the special capsule collection, the Bell & Ross BR 03-92 is reimagined in two exclusive models. Limited to just 25 pieces is the BR 03-92 25th Anniversary, a bold minimalist creation flaunting a matte ceramic case and ultra-phosphorescent details on the dial. Pair it with the black rubber strap for a sportier look, or take your street cred up a notch with the camouflage leather strap. Both come with the watch in a water-resistant Pelican box.
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Then there is the BR 03-92 Green Camo, where Bape’s trademark camouflage print takes centre-stage on the dial instead, offering stylish contrast with the matte ceramic case and black strap. This model is available in a limited edition of 100 pieces. Of course, both versions sport the iconic Bape logo.
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The Bell & Ross x Bape capsule collection is now available at Bape and selected Bell & Ross boutiques.

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Culture
Dan Lain Lain: What it’s like growing up in Malaysia being labelled the ‘others’

31.08.2019
By Joanna Pinto

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In Malaysia, if you’re a mix of at least two different ethnicities whereby your paternal side is not one of the three main races (Malay/Chinese/Indian), chances are, you’ll fall under the ‘dan lain lain’ category, which directly translates to ‘and others’. Fun fact: less than one percent of Malaysians falls under this demographic.
Thanks to the boom of interracial relationships and intermarriages in our country since the Portuguese, Dutch, British, Japanese, and many others stepped foot onto our shores (and stayed on after independence), there have been many new faces that now represent Malaysia, thus blurring the lines of what a typical Malaysian should look like (a topic of debate especially when it comes to representation at international beauty pageants). With that, new nicknames have also been coined, such as ‘budak campur’ (mixed kid), ‘budak celup’ (Pan-Asian kid), ‘rojak’ (a local mixed fruit salad dish) and ‘serani’ (Eurasian), among others.
Growing up as one of the ‘others’ myself, I was quite the confused kid and have had some interesting questions (and reactions) directed towards me throughout the years. This Merdeka, I began reminiscing about those good ol’ memories. Here’s where it all started:
1. Filling up the race section on a form in primary school

As a child, the concept of race (especially my own) never occurred to me. Sure, I knew my friend Siew Lim had fairer skin and my desk-mate Ashwini had curly hair—but that was that… until the day where I had to fill up a registration form to enroll in Primary One came: in one section, there were four boxes (Malay, Chinese, Indian, Others) and I had to tick one. Unable to do so, I turned to my dad and asked, “Pa, what am I?”
2. “So, what are you actually?”

After that registration form (and my dad’s thorough explanation), it clicked. I had newfound wisdom. I began understanding all those sappy Petronas ads. And then came a question that would’ve made me a millionaire by now if I earned a hundred bucks every time someone asked me: “So, what are you actually?”
Most would try to guess based on my facial features or skin colour. Some would get it right (especially if they’ve friends who are of similar mixed parentage); others wouldn’t. To set the record straight: My dad is of Portuguese descent and my mum, Chinese with a dollop of Peranakan thrown in the mix. The ones who get it wrong would usually ask if I’m Chindian, mixed Filipino, or Malay-Chinese; heck I’ve even gotten Australian-Japanese (where in the…), but it’s been a fun guessing game, I guess.
3. “Do you feel more [insert father’s race] or [insert mother’s race]?

Ah, that typical follow-up question most mixed kids would be familiar with. I’ve asked a few of my ‘celup’ friends the same question just to survey what the answers would look like, and most of the time, it’s pretty diplomatic. “A bit of both,” said one. “I feel closer to my Malaysian-Thai mum’s ethnicity despite having Caucasian blood because I grew up here,” said another.
I’m sure I speak for many when I say that mixed kids are a little confused when it comes to their sense of (racial) belonging. Why must we pick a side anyway? Truth is, sometimes it’s neither here nor there. After all, we’re not pure breed; we’re not 100 percent a certain race. But one thing we’re definitely 100 percent? Malaysian. Labels aside, that’s what I feel more than anything, if you ask me.
4. People assume you’re from Melaka

To be fair, a decent amount of us do come from that state. That said, there are actually more of us scattered throughout the country. We’re rare Pokémons but not that uncommon. Yes, you’ll definitely find a De Souza in Melaka, but you’ll also stumble across a Rozells in Penang, a Sta Maria in Seremban, or even a Pinto in KL (hello, that’s me).

5. Scene: buying food during the holy month of Ramadan
Last but not least, here’s a classic scenario all my naturally tan and caramel brothers and sisters can relate to: getting suspicious stares while you eat in public when it’s the fasting month. Yup, there’s no escaping this annual reminder that Ramadan is here. When it comes to ordering our favourite local food at hawker centres, it basically goes a little something like this:
  Me: One fried rice, please?  Vendor:  Me:  Vendor: Boleh letak babi ah? (Can I put pork in this dish?)
To be frank, they’re just double-checking so they don’t inadvertently serve you something non-halal (and get in trouble for it later). Of course, pork is more than welcome in all my meals (the more the better) and in fact, the meat is often used in Kristang cuisine.
Well, those are some of my personal experiences of growing up as a Malaysian-Eurasian. Sound off in the comments if you have any funny or interesting stories to share about your experience growing up as a mixed-race kid in Malaysia. And with that, happy Merdeka folks!

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Fashion
Buro selects our favourite looks from the men’s SS17 runways
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06.03.2017
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Art + Design
The coolest installations at Salone del Mobile 2018
Visual expedition

22.04.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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The Labyrinth by Bulgari

Bulgari marks its first appearance at Salone del Mobile with three different creative brand experiences across the city. Located at the Brera Design District was the mesmerising, interactive installation The Labyrinth, whererenown design and architecture icons Iván Navarro & Courtney Smith, MVRDV and Storagemilano translated the brand’s key creative elements—materials, modular and colour—into a spectacular visual adventure.

Open Sky by COS

Inspired by the sky above the Palazzo Isimbardi courtyard and the architecture of Milan, Open Sky is a semi-circular sculptural installation built by Phillip K. Smith as an interaction between architecture and nature. Smith explained: “I wanted to pull the sky to the ground; to actively and seamlessly merge the beauty of the surrounding architecture and the sky over Milan to create an ever-changing experience.”

Limbo by Ferragamo Parfums x Jacopo Foggini

The sparkling, glamourous fragrance that is Amo Ferragamo is reimagined as a sensory cloud in the upper loggia of the Ca’ Granda’s Corte d’Onore. The multi-sensorial experience is an aerial labyrinth made of polycarbonate thread modules that hang from a wooden structure to create a pink dream—this is one limbo we wouldn’t mind getting stuck in.

Built By All by Mini Living

In collaboration with London-based design firm Studiomama, Mini Living builds upon the concept of collaborative architecture, where residents and architects come together to solve the challenges of limited living space. This culminates into a space where personal and community areas are distinct yet intertwined, as residents have the power to choose when their dwellings can be opened up.

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Motoring
The Bentley Bentayga V8 First Edition is here in Malaysia—starting from RM935,000

06.10.2020
By Ronn Tan

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Exclusivity is the name of the game—and the Bentayga V8 First Edition is exclusive as it gets. Featuring a selection of Bentley‘s most beloved options, the First Edition is definitely rare. In addition to 20,000 Bentaygas handcrafted since the car’s launch, it is also the first car to be launched under the automaker’s Beyond100 business plan.

Combining power with with impressive fuel economy, the new Benteyga is equipped with Bentley’s 4.0-litre, 32-valve dual twin-scroll turbocharged V8 petrol engine and paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The vehicle has the ability to achieve the century sprint in 4.5 seconds and has a maximum speed of 290 kilometres per hour.

On the inside, the new First Edition comes with the standard Naim for Bentley audio system that delivers via no less than 20 speakers. Ranging from Digital Media to Classic, there are eight listening modes. In addition, you will also notice that the Naim for Bentley speaker grilles are redesigned—now featuring an illuminated Naim badge.

You will also see a new centre fascia and steering wheel, new door trims, as well as First Edition badging on the inside of the vehicle. The badging can also be seen on the car’s exterior—along with illuminated tread plates featuring the Bentley lettering.

Speaking about its exterior, the First Edition is equipped with the First Edition Sports 22-inch Black Painted and Diamond Turned Directional wheels. To complete the ultimate driving experience, the vehicle is fitted with sports pedals.

With limited quantities available for 2020 delivery, the Bentayga V8 First Edition is the epitome of rare and one-of-a-kind. It is priced at RM935,000. What are your thoughts on Bentley’s latest addition to its portfolio in Malaysia?
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Music
The Grammy Awards 2023: Who are the nominees?
The names are in

18.11.2022
By Marissa Chin

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The list of nominees for the 2023 Grammys is in! Get ready for music’s biggest night as we celebrate the musicians and artists that have made 2022 a boisterous and lively one for us all.
In terms of nomination numbers, Beyoncé tops the list with a total of nine nominations, including Album of the Year for Renaissance and Song of the Year for Break My Soul. Queen B ties with her husband, Jay-Z, as the most Grammy-nominated artist of all time. Talk about a power couple. Rapper Kendrick Lamar comes in second with eight nods, followed by Harry Styles, DJ Khaled, and Future receiving six nominations.

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Whilst Taylor Swift’s latest album, Midnights, has been breaking all sorts of musical records since its release, it will only be eligible for next year’s nominations as it was released after the deadline of September 30. However, All Too Well (10 Minute Version) from her album Red (Taylor’s Version) has received a Song of the Year nomination. Noticeably, The Weeknd is still missing from the nominations list as the Blinding Lights singer once again affirmed his stance to not submit his music for the Grammy committee’s consideration.
Drake has followed suit with his album Honestly, Nevermind as with Silk Sonic who took home Record and Song of the Year for Leave the Door Open at the 2022 Grammy Awards. “We thank the Grammys for allowing us to perform on their platform—not once but twice—and awarding us at last year’s ceremony,” Bruno Mars stated in an interview with Rolling Stone. “We’d be crazy to ask for anything more.”
Officially known as the 65th Grammy Awards, the prestigious music award show will air live on February 5, 2023 from Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena after two years away from the venue. Hosted by The Daily Show comedian Trevor Noah, the 2023 Grammy’s sees the introduction of several new categories, such as Songwriter of the Year (Non-Classical). This award is made to celebrate the work of “non-performing and non-producing songwriters,” which means the likes of Taylor Swift and Ed Sheeran won’t be up for nomination. Others include Best Americana Performance, Best Spoken Word Poetry Album, Best Score Soundtrack For Video Games and Other Interactive Media, and more.
Without further ado, here are the biggest nominations for the 2023 Grammy Awards.

Album of the Year
ABBA, Voyage
Adele, 30
Bad Bunny, Un Verano Sin Ti
Beyoncé, Renaissance
Mary J. Blige, Good Morning Gorgeous (Deluxe)
Brandi Carlile, In These Silent Days
Coldplay, Music of the Spheres
Kendrick Lamar, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers
Lizzo, Special
Harry Styles, Harry’s House

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Record of the Year
ABBA, Don’t Shut Me Down
Adele, Easy On Me
Beyoncé, Break My Soul
Mary J. Blige, Good Morning Gorgeous
Brandi Carlile feat. Lucius, You and Me On the Rock
Doja Cat, Woman
Steve Lacy, Bad Habit
Kendrick Lamar, The Heart Part 5
Lizzo, About Damn Time
Harry Styles, As It Was

Song of the Year
Gayle, abcdefu
Lizzo, About Damn Time
Taylor Swift, All Too Well (10 Minute Version)
Harry Styles, As It Was
Steve Lacy, Bad Habit
Beyoncé, Break My Soul
Adele, Easy On Me
DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy, God Did
Kendrick Lamar, The Heart Part 5
Bonnie Raitt, Just Like That

Best New Artist
Anitta
Omar Apollo
DOMi & JD Beck
Muni Long
Samara Joy
Latto
Måneskin
Tobe Nwigwe
Molly Tuttle
Wet Leg

Best Pop Vocal Album
ABBA, Voyage
Adele, 30
Coldplay, Music of the Spheres
Lizzo, Special
Harry Styles, Harry’s House

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Best Pop Solo Performance
Adele, Easy On Me
Bad Bunny, Moscow Mule
Doja Cat, Woman
Steve Lacy, Bad Habit
Lizzo, About Damn Time
Harry Styles, As It Was

Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
ABBA, Don’t Shut Me Down
Camila Cabello and Ed Sheeran, Bam Bam
BTS and Coldplay, My Universe
Post Malone and Doja Cat, I Like You (A Happier Song)
Sam Smith and Kim Petras, Unholy

Best Dance/Electronic Recording
Beyonce, Break My Soul
Bonobo, Rosewood
Diplo & Miguel, Don’t Forget My Love
David Guetta & Bebe Rexha, I’m Good (Blue)
Kaytranada feat. H.E.R., Intimidated
Rüfüs Du Sol, On My Knees

Best Dance/Electronic Music Album
Beyoncé, Renaissance
Bonobo, Fragments
Diplo, Diplo
Odesza, The Last Goodbye
Rüfüs Du Sol, Surrender

Best Rap Performance
DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy, God Did
Doja Cat, Vegas
Gunna & Future feat. Young Thug, Pushin P
Hitkidd & GloRilla, F.N.F. (Let’s Go)
Kendrick Lamar, The Heart Part 5

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Best Melodic Rap Performance
DJ Khaled feat. Future and Sza, Beautiful
Future feat. Drake and Tems, Wait For U
Jack Harlow, First Class
Kendrick Lamar feat. Blxst & Amanda Reifer, Die Hard
Latto, Big Energy (Live)

Best Rap Song
Jack Harlow feat. Drake, Churchill Downs
DJ Khaled feat. Rick Ross, Lil Wayne, Jay-Z, John Legend & Fridayy, God Did
Kendrick Lamar, The Heart Part 5
Gunna & Future feat. Young Thug, Pushin P
Future feat. Drake & Tems, Wait For U

Best Rap Album
DJ Khaled, God Did
Future, I Never Liked You
Jack Harlow, Come Home The Kids Miss You
Kendrick Lamar, Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers
Pusha T, It’s Almost Dry

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Best Latin Pop Album
Christina Aguilera, Aguilera
Rubén Blades & Boca Livre, Pasieros
Camilo, De Adentro Pa Afuera
Fonseca, Viajante
Sebastián Yatra, Dharma +

Best Country Solo Performance
Kelsea Ballerini, Heartfirst
Zach Bryan, Something in the Orange
Miranda Lambert, In His Arms
Maren Morris, Circles Around This Town
Willie Nelson, Live Forever

Best Country Song
Maren Morris, Circles Around This Town
Luke Combs, Doin’ This
Taylor Swift, I Bet You Think About Me (Taylor’s Version) (From The Vault)
Miranda Lambert, If I Was a Cowboy
Willie Nelson, I’ll Love You Till The Day I Die
Cody Johnson, Til You Can’t

Best Country Album
Luke Combs, Growin’ Up
Miranda Lambert, Palomino
Ashley McBryde, Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville
Maren Morris, Humble Quest
Willie Nelson, A Beautiful Time

Best Alternative Music Album
Arcade Fire, We
Big Thief, Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You
Björk, Fossora
Wet Leg, Wet Leg
Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Cool It Down

Best R&B Performance
Beyonce, Virgo’s Groove
Mary J. Blige feat. Anderson .Paak, Here With Me
Muni Long, Hrs & Hrs
Lucky Daye, Over
Jazmine Sullivan, Hurt Me So Good

Best R&B Song
Beyoncé, Cuff It
Mary J. Blige, Good Morning Gorgeous
Muni Long, Hrs & Hrs
Jazmine Sullivan, Hurt Me So Good
PJ Morton, Please Don’t Walk Away

Best R&B Album
Mary J. Blige, Good Morning Gorgeous (Deluxe)
Chris Brown, Breezy (Deluxe)
Robert Glasper, Black Radio III
Lucky Daye, Candydrip
PJ Morton, Watch the Sun

Best Music Video
Adele, Easy On Me
BTS, Yet to Come
Doja Cat, Woman
Kendrick Lamar, The Heart Pt. 5
Harry Styles, As It Was
Taylor Swift, All Too Well: The Short Film

Best Music Film
Adele, One Night Only
Justin Bieber, Our World
Billie Eilish, Billie Eilish Live At The O2
Rosalía, Motomami (Rosalía Tiktok Live Performance)
Various Artists, Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story
Neil Young & Crazy Horse, A Band A Brotherhood A Barn

For the full list of nominees across the 91 categories, visit the Grammy’s website.

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CES 2020: 5 Interesting tech inventions from this year’s grand show of innovations

25.01.2020
By Ronn Tan

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The Consumers Electronics Show (CES) is an event that many look forward to every year. CES is where major brands and start-ups reveal their upcoming products as well as unique concepts. Every year, business leaders and pioneering thinkers attend the event to check out innovators and breakthrough technologies. There were many interesting unveilings and special attendees this time—from Apple’s first appearance in 28 years to Lora DiCarlo’s return with new sex tech gadgets after 2019 ban. We have compiled a list of five intriguing creations from the 2020 CES below.
1. Sony Z8H 8K LED

Sony Z8H 8K LED
Some new televisions from Sony were shown at this year’s showcase and the Z8H 8K LED was one of them. What’s immediately noticeable is the proprietary technologies that can be found in the latest television products; these features were only available in the Master Series models. Sony aims to offer a viewing experience that’s realistic through the utilisation of their Picture Processor X1 Ultimate. In addition to that, Triluminos Display helps to provide more shades of red, green, and blue than its predecessors with the reproduction of subtle nuances of colour, light, and gradation. Another exciting feature is Ambient Optimisation—sound and picture quality are optimised in any environment whereas other important characteristics include the Full Array LED so customers get more realistic peaks of brightness and more accurate shadow details. Dolby Vision/Atmos support, easy accessibility with Android 9 Pie, as well as new Frame Tweeter (slim design with Sound-from-Picture Reality) are other note-worthy components.
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2. Samsung Portable Slim Double Induction

Samsung portable induction ces 2020
Samsung introduced a plethora of smart appliances meant to reinvent daily tasks. The Portable Slim Double Induction is designed for small spaces and helps you prepare meals anywhere you are—from kitchen to the room. With two induction burners, it cooks precisely and powerfully. Each induction has the ability to match any culinary need with nine different power levels. This is the South Korean brand’s first ever tabletop induction cooktop appliance. The Portable Slim Double Induction is also an honouree of this year’s CES Innovation Awards.
For more information, you can visit this website.
3. Hydraloop Water Recycler

Hydraloop Water Recycler
We live in a world and society that requires recycling more than ever. Here’s one invention from this year’s CES that stood out. Grey water from baths, showers, and washing machines are filtered and purified. How? The Hydraloop Water Recycler utilises six maintenance-free filtration techniques. Moreover, up to 85 percent of the water used in the home can be recycled for re-use in toilets, pools, and irrigation systems. It definitely helps that the Water Recycler’s design is stylish too.
For more information, visit this website.
4. Soundform Elite Hi-Fi Smart Speaker + Wireless Charger

Belkin Deviante smart speaker
This smart speaker is a collaboration between Belkin International, Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT), and audio brand Devialet. Some features include high-fidelity sound, fast wireless charging, and Google Voice Assistant integration. The speaker comes with Devialet’s signature Speaker Active Matching (SAM) technology. SAM renders the original intent of the creator with high-fidelity sound reproduction as well as “Push-Push” Woofers architecture—to cancel vibrations. The Soundform Elite Hi-Fi Smart Speaker + Wireless Charger will be available in black and white.
For more information, visit this website.
5. Colgate Plaqless Pro

Colgate Plaqless Pro
Personal hygiene is essential and that includes a clean oral region. Colgate’s new toothbrush took home the 2020 CES Innovation Awards in the Best Innovation, Health, and Beauty category. The smart toothbrush detects biofilm buildup in the mouth. Moreover, users will be alerted if an area is clean with the help of a light ring. With the Colgate Connect app, features include instant brushing feedback, personalised data, coaching, and oral care tips. You will be able to notice if there are spots that require more brushing as well as areas where you shouldn’t over-brush.
For more information, visit this website.
What are your favourite innovations and products from this year’s CES? The next Consumers Electronics Show (CES) will happen on 6 January to 9 January 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. You can read more about this year’s conference here.

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10 Malaysian and Singaporean comedians to follow on Instagram

01.04.2020
By Kelly Lim

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When the going gets tough, the tough gets going, and in our opinion, the jokes should keep coming too! We don’t need an expert to tell us what a good laugh can do to our overall mood, and these days, laughter might be the only contagious thing you want to catch.
Following the stand-up comedy sessions on BURO Hangouts, who said the hahas have to end? After all, those who laugh, last! So here’s a round-up of local comedians hailing from Malaysia and Singapore for you to follow and keep those endorphins flowing.
KUAH JENHAN

One of the top comedians in Malaysia, Kuah Jenhan engages his audiences through deftly crafted stories of history, identity and insecurities while making you LOL till you gasp for more. The entertainer and co-founder of the Malaysian Association of Chinese Comedians (watch him roast-off with fellow comedy members, Douglas Lim, Phoon Chi Ho and Jason Leong) is a regular on local radio, TV and film and has been nominated for awards such as the ‘Best Comedy Show’ at Perth Fringe World and ‘Best Original Book and/or Lyrics’ for the musical Lat Kampung Boy at the BOH Cameronian Arts Awards, in addition to opening for English comedian Eddie Izzard.

RAHAT KAPUR

One of Rahat Kapur’s original life goals was to become the next Carrie Bradshaw, but as a published writer, strategy consultant, Buro. Singapore’s new dating columnist AND stand-up comedian, we think she’s outdone herself. Her über-relatable jokes about the trials and tribulations of love and life today will get you in stitches. Keep up with the funny girl on the gram for scenic travel shots and #ootd snaps.

SHARUL CHANNA

Singapore’s first full-time female comedian, Sharul Channa is well-known for her razor-sharp, self-slamming jokes that shed light on traditions, identity and being an Asian woman in media. The fast-talker isn’t afraid to use her voice and comedy to talk about everything from Indian weddings to gender issues and is carving a space for more female representation in Asian comedy through sold-out shows such as Crazy Poor Sita and Disco Sheela while highlighting the challenges faced by women today. Expect to be shy, to cry and laugh with her at all the things we’ve been believing in our whole lives without questioning traditions and some religious practices.
LUQMAN PODOLSKI

The youngest comedian on this list, Luqman Podolski’s teen days on Vine, where he was coining phrases like budak wicet (Malay kids who use English words incorrectly) and campak kamus (dictionary throwing) with his friends, kicked off a career in entertainment that adds hip-hop singer and TV host to his title to date. With over one million followers on Instagram and 88,000 on Youtube, the social media jester is leading the future wave of Malaysian comedy that’s suited to those well-versed in memes and Tik Tok. From random nonsense to silly interpretations on current events, wig-wearing Luqman’s smartphone sketches are viral for a reason: while it may seem like empty ridicule on the surface, its humour blends real issues with online savviness and resonates with a digital generation to transcend race and culture.
RONNY CHIENG

You may remember him as Nick Young’s status-obsessed cousin Eddie on Crazy Rich Asians, but Ronny Chieng has gained plenty of global status on his own as a stand-up comedian with a U.S. comedy tour, his own Netflix show, and correspondent on Emmy-winning news satire program, The Daily Show. The Johor Bahru-born, Singapore-raised joker is currently based in New York, where he continues to spread laughter and awareness through animated commentaries on current events, and a much-needed perspective that compares the cultural differences of the East and West.
KAVIN JAY

Voted as Malaysia’s grumpiest comedian for his love/hate relationship with his life and country, Kavin Jay complains about everything so you don’t have to. With his rapid-fire jokes, Jay was one of the original local acts (along with Kuah) who were the backbone of Timeout KL’s monthly show Comedy Thursday and has since gone on to do shows around the world from Hong Kong to Australia. His own Netflix show, Kavin Jay: Everybody calm down! was the only one from Asia to be listed in the top 10 of The Wrap’s best Netflix Comedy Special.
HANNAN AZLAN

Skewering white privilege, racial politics, sexual preconceptions with her ukulele and melodic jokes is Hannan Azlan, the youngest and first woman to win the Hong Kong International Comedy Competition in 2016. The Malaysian comedian, writer and musician draws from her theatre background to deliver charismatic, quick-witted songs that she improvises on-stage with a presence that will have you howling for more.
FAKKAH FUZZ

With his risqué accounts and goofy mannerisms, Fakkah Fuzz delivers heavyweight punchlines that are uniquely Singaporean. He got his start doing small shows and open mics, telling jokes that share his observations on race and growing up as a Malay in Singapore, before going on to become the first and only Singaporean comedian to have his own stand-up comedy special, Almost Banned, on Netflix. No stranger to controversy, Fuzz got himself into hot water in 2016 when he poked fun at Malaysia’s Prime Minister, which only grew his presence in the region despite a since-removed apology on Facebook.
JOANNE KAM

Malaysia’s own queen of comedy, comedian Joanne Kam has been serving chuckles with her acid tongue humour in the local comedy scene for a few decades now. From her early days at KL’s first cabaret club to last month’s first-ever Queens of Asia Comedy Special show in Sentul, Kam’s versatility (she wears multiple hats as a writer, actress, director and emcee) and quick wits make her an empowering figure to aspiring comedians and women.

DR. JASON LEONG

Dr. Jason Leong balanced three years of his working life as a doctor and comedian before the award-winning joker made the choice to do stand-up full time. Relatively new to the scene, he made waves in 2013 as the first Malaysian to win the 7th International Hong Kong Comedy Competition. Since then, Leong’s continued on an upward trajectory, going on to perform sets for Comedy Central and at both Hollywood’s Laugh Factory and New York’s Gotham Comedy Club with his personable demeanour and jokes about his experience as a doctor, his childhood, TV programmes and daily observations.

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Food + Drink
Team Buro Answers: Our favourite Malaysian childhood snacks

16.09.2019
By Ronn Tan

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There is no better way to celebrate Malaysia Day than to reminisce on our favourite childhood snacks. These delicious and nostalgic tidbits contributed to our growth—not just as people, but as Malaysians too. We ate and bonded with our fellow countrymen over them. In conjunction with 16 September, Team Buro Malaysia hopped onto a mental time machine to decide on the ones they love the most (and that wasn’t easy). Here are our most beloved childhood snacks in Malaysia.
TERRY SAW, editor-in-chief

There are two types of people reading this—either you know iced gems as plush cushions and keepsakes by Naise (ah, to be young) or you grew up eating them by the bagful. Clearly, I’m the latter, speaking from a little too much snacking experience. Pre-Ladurée macarons, the quintessential Malaysian iced gem biscuits were anything but basic. A crunchy, buttery biscuit base topped with a sinful dollop of royal icing in pastel green, pink, yellow or white (delicious eaten whole, even more satisfying enjoyed separately—80s babies, you know what I mean) was the definition of happiness in a simpler time. Extra love for the childhood memories they evoke—super early (occasionally reluctant) morning trips to the market with my mum, which always ended with a fresh bag of iced gem biscuits to share on the walk home. Simple, yes, but clearly some of the best days of my life.

RACHEL AU, editor

Basically, the cheap-o version of Cheezels (which, by the way, did you know it’s from Australia?). I fondly remember Super Ring being one of the many offerings the roti uncle had on his bike of goodies. They were highly addictive too as I’d pop the crispy corn snack coated thick with cheese powder one after the other until the whole pack was gone (in possibly ten minutes). By then, my fingers too would be “coated” with that same cheese powder and I’d finish off those too. Truth be told; while the pack does say “natural colour”, I highly doubt it but one just can’t resist indulging in it every once in a while.
GWEN ONG, associate editor

I’m a snacker! From fruits to nuts and chips, I’m always snacking away especially at the office when stress is high (hi boss!). I guess you can say that the habit started when I was young. Back in primary school, the roti man was always around the corner just outside the gates. I would look out for the uncle with his motorcycle of wonders, filled to the brim with everything delicious and exciting. We were spoilt for choices but my favourite was Mamee. There was just something about the crunch, the seasoning and the blue monster. I spent many weekends morning glued to the TV watching cartoons and you’ll never miss the catchy Mamee commercial. And most certainly, you’d want a bite of the noodle snack after.
JOAN KONG, fashion editor

Growing up with a tiger mum (who never approves the food choices of a child), I remember having to sneakily buy snacks in school, and one of my go-to’s is the Nyam Nyam snack by Arnott’s. If you don’t remember or have never heard of it, it’s essentially a cup that’s sectioned into two—puffed rice balls in red, green, and yellow colour in one, and the other, filled with velvety chocolate cream. Eating it is always fun—it’s like a game on its own! First, you dunk the flat spoon in the chocolate, then, into the pool of rice balls and enjoy! A certain skill is needed to finish both components at the same time, and I can confidently say that I’ve mastered it.

STEPHANIE BOEY. fashion writer

I have vivid memories of bringing Haw flakes to recess as a snack time treat while in primary school. And they were a popular hit among my fellow classmen, I was often asked, “Nak satu!”. The Chinese candy is flat and circular, forming a thin disc shape, and is packaged in cylindrical stacks. The candy takes its name from the Chinese hawthorn fruit which also gives its sweet berry taste. One serving was never enough for me, I would (and still do) easily barrel through three stacks. The packaging has not changed till this day and looks exactly the same as it did years ago, and same goes with the taste. Whenever I come across it now, I’m hit with a sudden wave of nostalgia and I’m 10 years old again, giddily enjoying candy.
LOH WEI YEEN, beauty editor

Way before I’d discovered the uppity league of chips i.e. Pringles, Lay’s, Kettle and the like, I was pretty hooked on the veritable potato snack that most early ’00s kids could relate to—keropok roda aka wheel crackers. The taste of these chips still brings me back to my primary school days where I could devour packs of these savoury morsels without worrying about whether I could eat lunch (or dinner) later. Made of potato and a dash of salty seasoning, the crackers are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Can I go through said packs right now with the same fervour? Let’s just say that I shop these by the bulk (no less than 500 grams) right now.
JOANNA PINTO, special projects editor

When it comes to sweet snacks, I’m a chocoholic at heart. As a kid, I’d always reach for a stick of Choki Choki—that slim cylinder of chocolatey goodness was all I ever craved. Sometimes, to switch things up, I’d even get creative by squeezing out the chocolate paste on a slice of bread or biscuit to make a creamy Choki Choki sandwich. Come on, don’t tell me you’ve never tried doing that!

RONN TAN, editorial assistant

Oh, to be that young again would be a bliss! I’d be snacking on candies and biscuits all day if health isn’t an issue. In fact, I did! Growing up, I would run to the nearby convenience store as soon as school ends. Right away. Every day. I went to the shop so often that the tauke knew what to prepare for me upon arrival. Easy come, easy go. While I’d always get different snacks, one I never failed to grab is Nano Nano. It’s sweet, it’s tangy; but most importantly, extremely delicious! If I have to use one word to describe the candy, it’s explosive. Yes, I said it.
CALLEIGH YAP, senior web designer

I have so many fond memories of the White Rabbit candy! I remember the first time my aunt gave it to me when I was a kid, I unwrapped the candy and quickly placed the creamy candy into my mouth. My immediate reaction was a smile when I took my first bite! When my aunt told me that the transparent wrapper that came with the candy is also edible, I laughed at her silliness. Guess I’m the silly one because I’ve been in love the White Rabbit candy ever since!

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Milan Fashion Week SS18: Highlights of Day 4
More daylight, more daywear

23.09.2017
By Buro247

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“Very sportswear, but nothing designed for a workout.” Tomas Maier’s vision for spring is one of elevated leisurewear painted in soft sunset hues. The mood was optimistic and things were kept light; even the menswear did not see the corner of a notched lapel. Dusky pastels gave off a lustrous romanticism by way of shimmering embellishment and cloth. Rarely can grommets, spangles, fringing, and patchwork harmoniously coexist within a collection (co-ed, no less) without the pardon of a more-is-more intention. But under the direction of Maier, not only did the snazzy surface treatment gel with his honeyed palette, it was why it truly shined.

Salvatore Ferragamo
Glossy, rippling and translucent. An aqueous quality flowed through the collection at Salvatore Ferragamo last night. Supported by an on-theme translucent runway of reflective acrylic panes, models draped in languid silhouettes cut from liquid silks and glassy organdy recalled the sumptuous drapery in renaissance paintings. Inklings of structure came through with a variation of waist belts and bustier cups, alongside several opening looks in exotic skin. Much attention however, was diverted to the accessories. Expect lucite heels with criss-cross straps, boxy carriers and gibbous shoulder bags to dominate shelf displays when seasons change.

Jil Sander
For their debut at Jil Sander, Luke and Lucie Meier unpicked the seams of the label to distill its essence while weaving through a thread of their combined repertoires. The binary codes of stark minimalism and buoyant femininity they uncovered were reinterpreted in a lineup that progressed from austere floor length ensembles in monochromes to arbitrary concoctions involving macramé trailing over and under tailored wear. Worth noting were the updated white shirts—new shapes with inflated sleeves, tunic lengths, and strapping details could be the perfect excuse to a closet expansion.

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Everything you need to know about the Men’s Autumn/Winter 2022 season

24.01.2022
By Kelly Lim

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It’s business as usual! Despite the wrench that the Omicron variant has thrown into plans for upcoming events, men’s fashion month continues on. Though various brands have either ushered cancellations (Giorgio Armani was the first, followed by London entirely) or postponed their plans until after the current wave, there’s still plenty scheduled to happen in the realm of menswear. Surprisingly, Pitti Uomo, the bi-annual menswear trade fair in Florence, took place earlier this week with a rise in attendance compared that of last summer’s, while fashion weeks in Milan and Paris will charge on with luxury houses like Armani, JW Anderson, Zegna, Dries Van Noten––alongside a slew of emerging international talents––pivoting to digital showcases in the wake of rising cases. As for in-person presentations, there will still be a few taking place from Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Dior Men and Loewe.
Read on for what to watch out for, from the buzzy runways moments to collaborations and stay tuned as we refresh the page with post-show updates:
Milan Fashion Week
January 14 – 17, 2022

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Milan Fashion Week kicked off today, via the runways of brands such as Ermenegildo Zegna and Matthew William’s Alyx, who are staging their first runway show in Italy. In a recent study commissioned by Design Bundles, Prada came out on top as the most anticipated runway of the upcoming menswear season in the capital, with Fendi in second place––both brands are slated to show in-person presentations, alongside Tod’s and MSGM. Meanwhile, JW Anderson, who was scheduled to present their first physical catwalk since the pandemic will be showing with a digital format with an avatar scheme from London instead.
Highlights:
Zegna
When: Friday, January 14 at 10pm Malaysia time
For Zegna’s Autumn/Winter 2022 collection, artistic director Alessandro Sartori took inspiration from Road 232, the path winding through Nothern Italy’s Oasi Zegna that’s deeply woven within the brand’s founding ethos and founder Ermenegildo’s original vision 112 years ago. This very road also marks Zegna’s newly rebranded visual identity, which in turn marks a new aesthetic and chapter via the new collection.

“The reality we live in today requires adaptability; it asks us all to be fluid. Translating this idea into clothing means building a language of shapes and textures that grows and consolidates over time, matching the needs of the moment,” Sartori said. “The notion of the hybrid is one I keep exploring, because there’s progress in erasing staid categories.”
Presented via a spell-binding video filmed at Oasi Zegna, the show unveiled the Italian designer’s vision of the masculine wardrobe for the here and now, with models walking across snow, barren plains and gravel as a stunning sunset served as the backdrop. The short film riffed off the idea of a road leading to the future and closed with a special performance choreographed y Sadeck Waff at Milan’s Duomo cathedral to pay tribute to the 160 hands that worked on the collection.

Looks were “functional and individual, comfortable yet non-comformist”, punctuated by a sharp yet fluid silhouette alongside layering, dense fabrics and the fusion of shapes and functions. Fine leather manifested via shirts bonded in cashmere worn alone and under blazers, while trapeze-shaped coats were worn over taped, technical silk inner shells. Collars and pockets featured subtle details that brought movement to the surface across an effortless series of tabarro coats, utilitarian jackets, parks, ripstock anoracks and pullovers in an organic array of colours. For the finishing touch, padded capacious bags and scuba boots affirmed the newfound wardrobe meant for the road ahead and beyond.
See every look from Zegna’s Autumn/Winter 2022 collection here.
Fendi
When: Saturday, January 15
Formal menswear just got a facelift. After years in track pants and sweaters, Silvia Venturini Fendi brought a much-needed update to the classic menswear wardrobe with an exploration into the art of dressing smart for Fendi’s Autumn/Winter 2022 menswear collection. Goodbye, tailoring of the past, because we’re entering a new era of male sophistication, where sartorial tropes have been turned on its head and formality disrupted in playful gestures.

Taking place on a raised runway in the shape of a double-F, the Fendi menswear runway introduced “a treasure trove of future heirlooms”––deemed by Silvia as “neo-dandy”––for the new roaring twenties. Think classic tailoring but hacked via a play on proportions and volume through a combination of suiting, knitwear and leather in a rich but understated palette of black and cream, burgundy, raspberry, mocha, taupe and white. While chopped collars and keyhole knits exposed the male clavicle, blazers were presented with either cape-sleeves or cropped in textured fabrics ranging from Vichy check tweeds to hound’s tooth.

Adding a finishing touch to every look was a sense of styling steeped in romanticism, as pearl necklaces, shearling floral brooches and crystal FF pendants were adorned to co-opt symbols of a bygone age. As for accessories, the Fendi Peekaboo appeared in its most architectural form to date, while the Baguette received a tech (and size) update via a collaboration with Ledger Nano, a leading digital hardware wallet for cryptocurrency and digital assets, that bridged the Fendi-verse with the meta.

A procession of super high-waisted trousers and tailcoats over Mary Jane brogues closed the show in the ultimate expression of Fendi’s Roman elegance, proving the future of dress codes to be subversive yet romantic and disruptively digital.
See every look from the Fendi Autumn/Winter 2022 Menswear show here.

Paris Fashion Week
January 18 – 23, 2022

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Over in the French capital, shows from Hermès, Dior Men, Loewe, RIck Owens and Issey Miyake will be showing on the IRL runway. All eyes will be on Kenzo on January 23 as Bape founder Nigo will be debuting his first collection for the brand, as well as the moving tribute and final collection of the late Virgil Abloh at Louis Vuitton on January 20.
Highlights:
Louis Vuitton
When: Thursday, January 20 at 9.30pm Malaysia time
Louis Vuitton will be presenting the new Autumn/Winter 2022 Men’s Collection by Virgil Abloh (which, according to Louis Vuitton chairman and CEO Michael Burke, was 95 per cent completed at the time of the designer’s passing) via two shows in Paris. More than an opportunity to remember the pioneering trailblazer, the event will be a celebration of Abloh’s life and work, where some of his final designs for Louis Vuitton will be shared. Catch the livestream below and check back for post-show highlights.

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Over at the Carreau du Temple in Paris, Virgil Abloh’s final collection for Louis Vuitton was unveiled on a dreamlike and nostalgic set rendered in the colours of a sunset. It was “Louis Dreamhouse”, based off Abloh’s original concept “where the surreal becomes real and fantasy manifests in real life”. Against a Tyler, the Creator soundtrack (the artist himself was also present front-row) performed by the diverse Chineke! Orchestra, dancers moved with models, beds rotated in symphony and the rooftop sprung out of the floor.

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“Resurgence is the mantra of our moment in time. Carried by hope, it conveys the act of surging: rising up, uprising, progressing. Some solve crossword puzzles. Nuance is my game.” Abloh stated in a 2020 manifesto that accompanied show notes for the AW22 collection. “As we collectively resurge, consider this my manifesto: as a presence of colour within the fashion establishment, I commit to inclusivity, unity, diversity, and individuality. I will continue to employ diverse candidates, financially support BIPOC and LGBTI+ causes, shed light on businesses owned by BIPOC and LGBTI+ individuals, work on public-facing initiatives that showcase BIPOC and LGBTI+ role models, and assist organisations that promote more inclusive workforces. This is my invitation to move forward together with awareness, hope and determination. You are witnessing unapologetic Black Imagination on display.”
As such, imagination was at the core of the collection, a theme that linked back to the late designer’s past eight seasons at the house, in which he’s explored a boyhood ideology, a wondrous childlike perspective of viewing the world filled with endless possibilities. The show begun with a cinematic prelude directed by Caleb Femi that spoke to the mind-expanding interior of ideas and prospects, before turning onto the runway where the coming-of-age story that has been central to Abloh’s tenure at the house was met with a rite of passage. Dress codes tied to societal archetypes were taken apart and patchworked into new ways where tailoring collided with sportswear, and bridalwear met streetwear across cape-like tracksuits, fuzzy bags and sequined suits.

References to the spiritual and supernatural also came to the fore via lace fairy wings that grew as the show progressed, as well as imagery of wizard motifs, grim reaper cartoons, cherubs on clouds speckled here and there. Through the use of materials and techniques, presented as not what they initially seem, gestures of surrealism took form, as a slew of leather bags appeared in the form of pop art tin paints and a Dalí-esque trunk that had been warped out of shape.
See every look from Virgil Abloh’s final collection for Louis Vuitton here.

Dior Homme
When: Friday, January 21
2022 marks Dior’s 75th anniversary. As such, for the fashion house’s first show of the year, Kim Jones unveiled a collection that paid homage to Christian Dior himself. Taking place in a tent on Place de la Concorde in Paris, the show took place atop a recreation of the famous Pont Alexandre III bridge, where models walked to a backdrop of a gorgeous skyline of a Parisian sunset.

“I wanted to look at the archive, at the purity of the beginnings of the house, at its original impulse,” the British designer said in a press release. “We looked at the initial collections and focused on the architecture, taking these elements and transforming them almost instinctively in a masculine way for today, always keeping the joie de vivre at the heart of Christian Dior’s clothing” And so he did. As looks came out in shades reflecting the winter morning sky, past, present and future coalesced through signs and symbols central to the history of Monsieur Dior: leopard print appeared across utilitarian jackets, mesh layers and sweaters were adorned with delicate lily-of-the-valley embroideries, and coats in the cannage quilting of the iconic Lady Dior bag. Womenswear transformed to menswear, while the old became new and British masculine tailoring met with the French tailleur of haute couture, across interpretations of the couturier’s most characteristic designs including the Lady Dior dress, the wrap coat and the Bar jacket.

Meanwhile, cementing Dior heritage for the current generation were elements of sportwear, where trackpants were updated with a tailored touch, and a new collaboration with Birkenstock introduced new slip-ons in tribute to the founder’s passion for gardening, featuring rubber details and industrial buckles emulating accents of the Dior Saddle bag. There were also bags in the form of leather cornets packed with pink roses, carried at the waist like a clutch. The most notable accessories of the collection were the small, structured Stephen Jones berets that complemented the ensembles they were paired with, which also drew up Dior’s history and celebrated the milliner’s own 25th anniversary as the house’s hat designer.
See every look from the Dior AW22 collection here.
Loewe
When: Saturday, January 22 at 7pm Malaysia time
Following last season’s rave-inspired collection that had us ready for a hot boy (or girl) summer, Jonathan Anderson will present Loewe’s next menswear collection for the upcoming fall season this Saturday. Catch it live on loewe.com and across Loewe’s social channels.

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What is real today? That was the question on Jonathan Anderson’s mind for Loewe’s thought-provoking Autumn/Winter 2022 menswear show, which was befitting for the dawn of a new decade where reality is more muddled than ever. With talk of the metaverse far and wide, the new collection “proposes that nothing is as it seems” in an effort to define an altered real world. The show took place within ‘Flags’, a site-specific installation of eighty-seven faceless flags made of nearly 4,000 individually cut ribbons by artists Joe McShea & Edgar Mosa. Stripped of meaning, the flags acted as a call to reflection, with the unveiling of Anderson’s collection that questioned the role of clothing in the digital world.
Devoid of seasonal connotations, this seasons’ clothes were created around the body instead. LED lights were reworked into garments, shining through waistbands and coat flaps, while hoops and wires contorted the silhouette into dramatic warped shapes that reminded of a body stuck in extreme Facetuning. Meanwhile, trompe l’oeil bodysuits were printed with shrunken versions of the body beneath them as digital presentations (a literal second skin) of the external self.

Archetypes of men’s dressing were also twisted into a new vision, where pieces like exposed boxers and briefs, sweaters with heart cut-outs at the nipple and provocatively transparent leather coats were framed by the naked body to emphasise the physical form. Accessories arrived in the form of capacious totes: a tall and rectangular Amazona, the nappa leather Cubi featured with sinkholes alongside the Flamenco clutch embellished with shells of the sea. It was a show that explored fashion’s shifting place in culture and defines a reset by putting the body first.
See every look from the collection here.
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Christmas 2019: Where to go for the jolliest buffets in KL?

15.11.2019
By Ronn Tan

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The green, the red, the elfs, and Santa. Everything you know and have heard about Christmas is coming to you live again. It’s the festive season! Yes, it’s Home Alone. Yes, it’s The Grinch. And also Love Actually. Christmas films that give you the warm fuzzies. This is the time of the year to gather with loved ones—to give thanks and to celebrate each other. One way to do so is by having a meal together. With food being a major part of our lives, many Malaysians spend the period of joy dining with family and friends. Kuala Lumpur has a myriad of buffet destinations for the occasion and here’s a list to help you decide.

1. The Westin Kuala Lumpur

Westin Christmas buffet
The hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, The Living Room, will turn into a Chocolate Village come this festive period. The Christmas Eve dinner buffet offers a variety of chocolate pastries, cookies, and desserts alongside a wide array of main courses. Highlights include Chicken Galantine with Fruit Pickles and Passion Fruit Dressing, Honey Glazed Spiced Brined Roast Turkey with Granny Smith Apple, Chestnut and Sage Stuffing, Sautéed Brussel Sprouts with Streaky Beef, Éclair Chocolate, Mont Blanc, Chocolate Pavlova, Marble Chocolate Gateau, Paris Breast, and Tarte Passion Framboise.
Price: RM188 nett per person
Availability: 24 December 2019 (6pm – 10pm)
Contact: 03 2773 8495
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2. Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

Aloft KL Christmas buffet
Head over to Nook during the season of giving for a jolly celebration with loved ones. Chef de Cuisine Mohd. Rais Effandi Zakaria has curated a Christmas spread featuring a variety of traditional and western Christmas classics as well as special local favourites. In addition to the carving station with Prime Ribs, Roasted Beef, and Roasted Lamb Leg, there is also the Roasted Brine Turkey with Bread Chestnut Stuffing, Cranberry Jam, and Giblet Sauce.
Price: RM118 nett per person
Availability: 6 December 2019 – 30 December 2019 (6.30pm – 10.30pm)
Contact: 03 2723 1154
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3. Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur

Le Meridien Christmas buffet
The hotel’s Latest Recipe restaurant has something special planned for the festive period—just for you. Celebrate the most magical time of the year with a festive-themed buffet showcasing authentic specialties, including Christmas favourites. Appetisers include Beef Cheek in Au Juice Jelly, Foie Gras Mousse with Smoked Duck Terrine, Stuffed Turkey, Grilled Scallop, and Prawn Tail with Peach Salsa tapas. Don’t forget to indulge in ribs from Prime, Roasted Turkey Ballotine, Veal, Christmas Pudding, and more.
Price: RM218 nett per person (Christmas Eve Dinner), RM198 nett per person (Christmas Day Brunch), RM178 nett per person (Christmas Day dinner)
Availability: 24 December 2019 – 25 December 2019
Contact: 03 2263 7434
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4. The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur

St. Regis Christmas buffet
Head over to The Brasserie to revel in the magic of Christmas with family and friends. The Christmas Eve buffet dinner and Christmas Day buffet brunch consist of a spread of traditional roasts, live cooking stations where you can get options such as foie gras and risotto, an assortment of cheese, an oyster bar, a Christmas dessert corner, and more.
Price: RM368+ (food only), RM548+ (with free-flow sparkling wine, red and white wine, and cocktails)
Availability: 24 December 2019 (7.30pm – 11pm) & 25 December 2019 (12pm – 3.30pm)
Contact: 03 2727 1111
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5. Sunway Putra Hotel

Sunway Putra Hotel christmas buffet
Held at the hotel’s Coffee House, the Christmas Eve buffet is bound to spice up your festive spirit. Expect delights such as Fresh Tiger Prawns and Japanese Snails On-Ice, English Lobster Bisque with Toasted Garlic Sticks, Roasted Turkey with Cranberry and Giblet Sauce, Baked Rib Eye with Mustard and Black Pepper Sauce, Honey Glazed Meatloaf with Brown Sauce, and Turkey Casserole among others.
Price: RM128 nett per person
Availability: 24 December 2019
Contact: 03 4040 9888
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6. New World Petaling Jaya Hotel

New World PJ Hotel Christmas
If you’re looking for a hearty feast, the hotel’s Pasar Baru is the place to go. The Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinner buffet includes seafood on ice, chicken terrine, smoked duck breast, an assortment of sushi, a selection of cheese, Irish lamb stew, beef roulade with blue cheese, and turkey rice among many other choices. There will also be a carving station featuring roasted turkey with chestnut stuffing and roasted lamb leg with rosemary sauce.
Price: RM148 nett per person (Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
Availability: 24 December 2019 (6.30pm – 10.30pm) & 25 December 2019 (7pm – 10.30pm)
Contact: 03 7682 0000
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7. Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Grand Hyatt KL Buffet
Rejoice in merriment at the hotel’s Thirty8 this December. On both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, feast on an international buffet spread with appearances from Santa and carol performances. Selections include sushi, sashimi, sustainable seafood on ice (tiger prawns, blue swimmer crabs, black mussels, and Canadian lobster cocktail), oysters, slow-roasted lamb loin, Black Angus prime rib, salt-crusted sea bass, and Milan-style ossobuco.
Price: RM450 nett per adult, RM225 nett per child
Availability: 24 December 2019 (7pm – 11pm)  & 25 December 2019 (12.30pm – 3pm)
Contact: 03 2182 1234
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8. Pullman KLCC

Pullman KLCC Christmas buffet
The hotel’s Sedap Restaurant will be serving a buffet spread with both local and international delicacies. On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, head over for fresh seafood, sashimi, as well as Roast Turkey and Lamb. Where else to go for some magical memories but here?
Price:
Christmas Eve Dinner—RM178 per person with free flow of juices and soft drinks, RM198 per person with free flow of beer and wine
Christmas Day Lunch—RM138 per person with free flow of juices and soft drinks, RM158 per person with free flow of mulled wine and beer
Christmas Day Dinner—RM158 per person with free flow of juices and soft drinks, RM178 per person with free flow of mulled wine and beer
Availability:
Christmas Eve Dinner—24 December 2019 (6.30pm – 10.30pm)
Christmas Day Lunch—25 December 2019 (12pm – 3pm)
Christmas Day Dinner—25 December 2019 (6.30pm – 10.30pm)
Contact: 03 2170 8888
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Beauty
Ornament-sized beauty treats for your Christmas tree
Functional decorations

09.11.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If you’re already lugging your Christmas tree out to the hallway and pondering if you should buy a new set of ornaments to furnish your foliage, why not try a new sort of decorative element such as ornament-sized beauty treats for a change?
The great thing about beauty treats this size is that these serve as perfect gifts for guests at your Christmas party, along with adding a dose of pretty to your Christmas tree. Here are a few fun picks from Sephora that you should check out:

Caudalie Beauty Elixir

Part-toner part-serum, Caudalie Beauty Elixir contains rosemary and rose essential oils for brightening your complexion and pore-tightening. It’s the perfect pick-me-upper when you’re travelling or on-the-go especially during the hectic holiday season.

Caudalie Divine Oil

A glimmer of gold for your Christmas tree, Caudalie Divine Oil is a blend of grapeseed, hibiscus and argan oils that you can apply on your hair, face and body, especially as a soothing post-sun product that will impart a subtle fragrance.

Fresh Sugar Desire

Fresh’s Sugar Lip Polish and Advanced Therapy is the perfect gift set for anyone who wants to pamper her own lips with a decadent lip exfoliator (made from real brown sugar crystals!) and an anti-ageing lip treatment to smoothen on wrinkles around the lip area.

Sephora Kiss The Moon Lip Gloss

A fun-sized pink lip gloss in the shape of a Christmas ball ornament, Sephora’s Kiss The Moon Lip Gloss is a great gift for your best girlfriend apart from adding a slight of silver to your tree.

Sephora Hot Christmas Vibrating Mini Duck

Talk about an ultra cute bathtime companion that doubles up as a massager—Sephora’s Hot Christmas Vibrating Mini Duck will help relief your sore aching muscles after a long day, plus how can you resist its sweet eyes?

Soap & Glory The Righteous Butter

Dab on some of Soap & Glory’s The Righteous Butter on your skin for a slinky velvety feel thanks to aloe vera and shea butter, along with a film of delicate fragrance from their Original Pink scent.

Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara

Add a dash of Parisian chic on your tree, and make full use of Too Faced’s Better Than Sex Mascara for lovely long lashes that are volumous and thick for your New Year’s Eve party.

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Fashion
Everything you need to know about the Calvin Klein AW17 sublines
Modern updates

02.10.2017
By Joan Kong

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Calvin Klein Jeans
Denim is of course the main focus of the line, but for the AW17 season, expect more streamlined silhouettes in the Calvin Klein Jeans collection. Outerwear in the form of denim and bomber jackets are considerably more tapered, with lightweight sweaters and turtlenecks incorporated into the mix for easy pairing. Jeans are offered in different cuts, whether it’s in the form of straight-cut, flared, cropped or step-hem. One of the most interesting pieces is the denim shirtdress that gives off an illusion of a two-piece—it’s the perfect number to tune up your street-cool vibe.

Our favourite? The figure-hugging sweater dress with front zipper that is ultra-versatile in terms of styling. Unzip the top and to flaunt your bralet, or wear it under a denim dress to let the high-neck and hem peek through.
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Calvin Klein Performance
Calvin Klein Performance’s AW17 collection is all about striking the right balance between functionality and design, and we’re definitely liking what we see this season. For performancewear, all the fabrics are “sewn together” with a bonded technology that amps up the comfort and durability, without forgetting to accentuate the wearer’s curves. Aside from that, silicone flocking helps to increase the rigidity, resulting in a better support.

Our favourite? The metallic hooded wind jackets that is warm weather-friendly, thanks to the perforation details and moisture-wicking material that enhances breathability and quick-drying. It’ll uplift the grumpiest of moods on your morning runs.
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Calvin Klein Underwear
Its Underwear line is segregated into different categories; Sculpted helps to give optimum lightness and comfort as its pieces are made in selvage mesh; Customized Stretch, a new subline this season, sees its signature logo waistband covered with a mesh graphic overlay. Black is the go-to line if you’re looking for something extra sensual, whether it’s in the form of bralets, push-up bras or slip dresses.

Our favourite? The deep V-neck Customized Stretch cotton bralet that is comfortable, sporty AND sexy. We’d layer it under a boyfriend shirt (half-unbuttoned) for that sensual allure.
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7 Things you can do this weekend: 10 & 11 November 2018

07.11.2018
By Rachel Au

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7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 15 & 16 July 2023

1. Artbox Malaysia at Sunway City Outdoor Open Air Carpark, 3pm – 11pm, 9 – 11 Nov 2018
Known for its unique layout featuring shipping containers, Thailand’s iconic market, Artbox will be held in Malaysia for the first time with over 300 vendors and partners from Malaysia, Thailand and Singapore.
Free admission. For more info, visit the website.

2. The Lido Rooftop Bar is open at Alila Bangsar, 5pm – 12am, 9 – 11 Nov 2018
Alila Bangsar’s rooftop bar with its 360-degree unobstructed, panoramic view is finally opening this weekend. You can expect that there’ll be some pretty sweet deals on drinks. Don’t say we don’t share the good stuff.
For more info, visit the event page.

3. Caribbean Wine Lovers Night at Joloko, 4pm – 7pm, 10 Nov 2018
How does free flow wine accompanied by an equally free flow of Caribbean bites and vibes sound? Just remember to bring along the best company for a perfect Saturday evening.
RM150 per person. For more info, visit the event page.

4. Ayam Lejen II at LRT Ara Damansara, 11am – 6pm, 10 & 11 Nov 2018
Who can say no to fried chicken – especially when there will be ten of the best fried chickens in town under one roof?
RM5 per entry. For more info, visit the event page.

5. Soleil Restaurant Seafood Festival at Soleil Restaurant & Wine Bar @ DC Mall, 11am – 6pm, 11 Nov 2018
Think: Belgium Mussel Pots, Clam Pots, North Sea Shrimps and Seared Scallops. Oh, and plenty of fresh oysters and champagne, all at special festival prices.
Free admission. For more info, visit the event page.

6. Eco Sky Pop Up! Bazaar at Eco Sky @ Jalan Ipoh, 11am – 10pm, 10 & 11 Nov 2018
For a change of scenery, why not check out this new pop up bazaar featuring over 40 stalls ranging from food to potted plants to organic goos to diving courses.
For more info, visit the event page.

7. Urbanscapes and more Urbanscapes
There’s enough to keep you busy for the entire weekend. Full guide here.

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Beauty
Louis Vuitton’s Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud on what makes an emotive fragrance

19.12.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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A perfume can divulge plenty when it comes to your psyche, whether it’s piquant florals or musky woods that you gravitate to. Quite like one’s personality, fragrances have the ability to express more than merely your olfactory taste.
“Perfume is not a commodity—it is something that is fitting to your personality, and a secret part of your personality because it is connected to your childhood,” says Master Perfumer of Louis Vuitton Jacques Cavallier Belletrud. “Your olfactive memories are based on your childhood and your experiences from 0-18/19 years old.”
On a recent trip to Kuala Lumpur, Belletrud introduced the complete Les Parfums Louis Vuitton range—comprising 11 women’s fragrances, five men’s fragrances and four unisex colognes at a media presentation.
After revealing captivating stories behind each perfume, Belletrud shared more thoughts on the evolution of the perfume industry, what makes Louis Vuitton’s perfumes a standout in its own right, and the accurate way to apply perfume:
How have fragrances evolved in the last few years?
JCB: “The fragrance market has grown very massive across the world. Recently, when I did a store check in Kuala Lumpur, I saw many worldwide brands—which is good! I’ve noticed a lot of creativity and niche brands in the market.
“Louis Vuitton is not a niche brand; it is more than that. What I think clients want today is a personal experience. I see many millennials—I call them ‘young people’—who are more interested in understanding and experimenting with fragrances. We want more perfumes for ourselves. That’s why Louis Vuitton offers 20 perfumes, because I prefer to offer the possibility to have a variety of perfumes, even to mix and layer them.
“I think we will see more luxury fragrances moving forward, and more personalisation options. There is a demand to understand and to have very qualitative perfumes, or at least perfumes that bring lot of emotions. And many commercially popular perfumes—like movies—are very good but they lack emotions.”
What are some of the characteristics of Les Parfums Louis Vuitton that make it stand out from all the other different fragrances on the market?
JCB: “The massive use of natural raw materials—that is very important. The richness of the ingredients and the cost we invest in each bottle of fragrance make a huge difference. It’s like cooking—I like McDonald’s but when you are going to a very famous restaurant, if you are attracted by something that you love, you will always remember it. McDonald’s? Not enough.
“What makes our perfumes different is the quality of the materials and the freedom of the creation that comes with it. I don’t conduct any consumer tests when I create fragrances. I don’t have people to help me decide what goes in the bottle—I make that decision myself. I’m like a fashion designer; I’m practicing the line of my job more like a fashion designer rather than perfumers who are in a laboratory and working for many brands at the same time (which I did years ago).
“I don’t follow trends, I offer our clients a range of different emotions and ideas of perfumes—all based on my personal experience. The story behind each perfume is true, it’s not something fake nor is it a marketing gimmick. What we do here in Louis Vuitton is really something genuine and very simple, but we always bring chicness in a bottle—as with everything else.”

Jacques Cavallier Belletrud, Master Perfumer of Louis Vuitton
How do you decide what raw materials to use for a perfume? Do you create a story first, or pick the raw materials before creating a story?
JCB: “It can be both even at the same time. Of course, the emotions that I have when I am making my choices for raw materials are very important. For example, the way I am seeing the patchouli can change if I go to Indonesia and smell the leaves in the field. It can give me other ideas to make a perfume based on patchouli.
“The way I am seeing patchouli right now is not the same as the way I saw patchouli 20 years ago. Every day is a new day, and this experience is bringing me ideas on how to rework the patchouli—whether to make it in Grasse or to create the heart of patchouli in order to avoid all the bad smells of it (the top notes for example).
“25 years ago, nobody was thinking like this, not even me. So, [the perfume’s creation process] can start from the ingredient, the discussions I have with the team or with Nicolas Ghesquière, or after a visit to the atelier when we are making special orders at Louis Vuitton. It can also come from a concept that I want to express in general. For example, with Matière Noire, I wanted to explore what darkness is like in fragrances. So I went together with marketing to find a name together and work with some different options.
“I recently just discovered what I have been seeking for the past five years. When I smelled it, I was like ‘wow’. I was looking for this—the colour, the atmosphere, etc. (I cannot tell you what it is yet!) Initially I was thinking of starting from an accord that I wanted to put in a Louis Vuitton bottle, but I wasn’t satisfied five years ago because it was only ‘okay’, and it wasn’t ‘wow’. And the ‘wow’ came a few weeks ago. So that inspiration is always coming—but the ingredients and the journey are the magical part of it.”
How do you intend to take perfumes into the future and beyond the 21st century?
JCB: “Louis Vuitton is the first brand that uses clean technology for the extraction of flowers including jasmine and rose. That’s very important because we do not use fossil solvents from oil. We extract jasmine and rose from the husks under a lot of pressure so it preserves the beauty of the smell of the flowers. In the classical process of extraction, we are heating the flowers at 90°C in the bulk of the fossil solvent, so it is killing the most volatile parts and it is focusing on the other parts of the smell.
“The second method, CO2 extraction, is green. We are not delivering more carbon dioxide, we use it to trap the smells. It’s a new technology that I also use for seeds. It was first invented for ingredients in the food industry, such as to extract caffeine in coffee beans. I discovered this technology 20 years ago and I asked the supplier to develop an entire collection of ingredients from this technology for perfumes. It wasn’t soluble in alcohol, so I couldn’t use it in perfumes.
“I was the first in the world to use those extractions in a perfume; it was for Yves Saint Laurent 25 years ago. For dry ingredients such as incense and cardamom, I use this method of extraction. It is more expensive than the regular extractions but I don’t care. My obsession is really what goes in the perfume.
“The perfume industry in general is trying to make things in the right way by producing less products create pollution. I am sure that we are working on some technologies in the future that can extract ingredients while at the same time, preserving the earth and health of the people who harvest the crop and carry out the distillation and extraction methods. I hope to offer our clients a green product in the most respectful way possible.”

Which is more important to you: creating a timeless perfume or novel perfume?
JCB: “A timeless perfume is fantastic. It’s all what we dream to create—a perfume that will be successful even after 50 years. Perfumes that are timeless are usually successful and we have had some successes like this. Fortunately in perfumes, trends last for about 15-20 years and we have many trends at the same time.
“Today it is difficult to convince customers that they need more than one or two perfumes. We need to spend some time with them to make them more aware of the perfumes we have. It is our clients who are contributing to the success of what we are doing, and the success is nice, of course. What is more difficult to achieve is continuous success in the long run.”

As a master perfumer, can you advise us on how to wear perfume properly?
JCB: “I am for the freedom. Do what you want. At Louis Vuitton, I said to the people who are selling the perfume to our clients—advise it based on your own experience. You can mix Les Sables Rose with Ombre Nomade, or Ombre Nomade with Coeur Battant, which is fantastic too, but try it on your own. Don’t mix everything—that’s not good. I know that a lot of brands are doing it now, but this is not the right way to do it. If you think that you can mix your everyday perfume with another one—good!
“The best way to experiment is to apply it on the back of your hand, not in the insides of your elbow. It was the tradition since the early 19th century because we didn’t have atomizers, and the only way to apply perfume on the skin was with a dropper. You can spray perfume on your hair or shoulder so that the scent is closer to you and the people behind you can notice it as well.
“The back of your hand’s surface is larger and the temperature is very good, so throughout the day, the scent will be noticeable to you. Never rub your wrists together after spraying the perfume on. By doing that you are hitting your skin, and you are killing the mandarin [notes] in Les Jours Se Leve. It’s like putting a good bottle of wine in the microwave. It was a traditional practice because perfumes back then were darker and heavy with no top notes. But nowadays, perfumes do not require that. Wear the perfume on your left hand and arm—close to your heart.”
What are some of the challenges you face when it comes to creating perfumes?
JCB: “The biggest challenge for the future, I think, would be the pollution and delivery of raw materials all around the world. Because we are working with materials coming from the earth, this is the biggest challenge and we are very involved in this activity, at Louis Vuitton in particular. Here, we have prepared a fantastic programme of direct link with our producers and making them comfortable for the future.”
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Les Parfums Louis Vuitton is available at all Louis Vuitton boutiques. Cœur Battant is now available in 100ml, 200ml and Travel Spray sizes.

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