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Fashion buzz: Naomi Watanabe is Kate Spade New York’s latest ambassador, Netflix’s new show ‘Next in Fashion’ is ready to stream, and more

30.01.2020
By Stephanie Boey

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Funny woman Naomi Watanabe is now the face of Kate Spade New York

After being a star in SK-II‘s beauty campaign, comedienne Naomi Watanabe is ready to take on Kate Spade New York. The partnership kicks off with the Spring 2020 campaign which highlights the brand’s popular Margaux satchel and Watanabe’s quirky humour that made her into an internet star. The brand’s creative director, Nicola Glass said in the press statement, “At Kate Spade New York, 2020 is about celebrating how women express their own spirit and personal style through our brand. To us, Naomi represents all women. Her humour and love of life perfectly align with our brand values, and she makes our product shine”. That’s for certain! And we look forward to seeing more of her with Kate Spade New York.
There’s a new fashion competition in town…

After months of anticipation, Netflix‘s latest reality series, Next in Fashion is now ready to be streamed to a screen of your convenience. The show is centred around a fashion competition where designers from around the world compete for US$ 250,000 awarded by Net-a-porter and to “become the next big thing in fashion”. Similar to Project Runway‘s format, the contestants are put to the test with weekly challenges where they have to work with a “different trend or design style that had influenced the way the entire world dresses”. The show is hosted by Queer Eye’s Tan France and Alexa Chung, which will guarantee some laughs. Start streaming Next in Fashion here.

Uniqlo and JW Anderson are back with a Spring/Summer 2020 collection

Set to be released in March 2020, the latest drop is themed “British Country Style” and will tie the functionality of Uniqlo‘s well-known LifeWear line with Anderson‘s playful take on traditional British patterns. Similar to his previous collections with Uniqlo, the collaboration focuses on patchwork and the gingham check, printed on blouses, tote bags, backpacks and scarves. What’s new this season? The collab will also have something for the little ones with the arrival of the long-awaited kids line. Keep a lookout!
David Beckham the football star is now an eyewear designer

David Beckham can now add eyewear designer to his long list of achievements. The football star is introducing his own line of eyewear (called DB Eyewear) which will include sunglasses and optical frames that are inspired by his own style and global travels. The designs are retro-influenced with a timeless style, and come in a wide range of frames and lenses. “I set out to create glasses that would never go out of style. Special pieces that I would love to wear myself”, said Beckham. Not only are they timeless, but the frames are versatile enough to be worn by men and women—a major plus. Hmmm, we wonder if he got any designing tips from his fashion designer wife, Victoria.
Calvin Klein has a new design director

…for now. Belgian designer Tim Coppens has been appointed as the consultant design director for the brand’s menswear line. If the name rings a bell, it may be from him being an LVMH Prize finalist and three time CFDA nominee, and also the recipient of the CFDA/Swarovski Award for Best Emerging Menswear Designer in 2014. However, according to WWD’s report, the post is temporary and it is understood that Coppens will be on contract until the end of summer. After Raf Simons exit in late 2018, this is the first news we’re hearing about a creative head. More news to come, watch this space!

Marc Jacobs and Charlotte Rampling are the stars of Givenchy’s latest campaign

For Spring/Summer 2020, fashion designer Marc Jacobs flexes his acting chops across silver screen legend Charlotte Rampling for a fun and comedic video. Shot in black and white, a two-panel screen depicts the “iconic Givenchy couple” (clad in the brand’s newest collection of course) as Rampling critiques Jacobs on his theatrical performance. And if you click on the video above, you’ll know she’s not easy to please.

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4 Beauty lessons to learn from Meghan Markle’s wedding look
A royal flush

20.05.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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While we’re still marvelling over the poignant simplicity of Meghan Markle’s wedding look — from her chic Givenchy Couture gown to her intricately-embroidered veil, we can’t help but to fawn over her equally stunning hair and makeup that complemented the minimalist makings of her gown. The Duchess of Sussex blew us away with her signature beauty look, including bold brows, pink lips and a natural envy-inducing glow. Below, we take a closer look at her hair and makeup, along with a handful of lessons you can glean:

1. WEAR YOUR FRECKLES LOUD AND PROUD
As we’ve mentioned before in our pro bridal beauty makeup tips here, the key to aceing your wedding look is to go for a timeless hairdo and makeup — you wouldn’t want to not recognise yourself as you’re flipping through your wedding lookbook 20 years down the road. We all know that Meghan takes this adage quite seriously as she typically eschews foundation, opting to show off her cute freckles instead of covering it up. On her big day, she stayed true to her signature look as well, with minimal foundation to highlight natural radiance (and freckles).
2. PLAY UP YOUR STRENGTHS …
Whether it’s your eyes, lips or nose, your wedding makeup look should highlight your favourite features for full effect. In Meghan’s case, she chose to define her brows in perfect arches to frame her face. Her eyes were also played up with shades of brown for a smoky look alongside voluminous, fluttery lashes to complete her eye makeup.
3. … AND KEEP THE REST UNDERSTATED
While Meghan’s eyes do all the talking, she wore a pale pink satin lipstick for a subtle flush of colour on her lips — the perfect finishing touch to complete her contemporary look. Similarly, if you want to sport a classic red lip on your wedding, ensure that your eyes don’t compete for attention by keeping it straightforward — think a classic cat eye, or a pretty daytime-appropriate smoky eye.

4. AN UPDO BEST GOES WITH A SUPER-LONG VEIL
Inspired by the Duchess of Sussex to take on a princessy veil to match your mile-long train? Try a chic updo in the form of a full bun like hers with fringe tucked behind the ears and a few loose tendrils to frame the face. This is also a surefire way of letting any hair accessory you don take centre stage, and in Meghan’s case, it’s her tiara — the Filigree Tiara originally belonged to Queen Mary, loaned to Meghan from Queen Elizabeth for this royal occasion.

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NYFW SS16: Bibhu Mohapatra

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NYFW SS16: Bibhu Mohapatra
Architectural aesthetic

17.09.2015
By Buro247

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This season the muse of the collection was Annemarie Schwarzenbach, a Swiss photographer and journalist reputed for her menswear-influenced style. Instead of focusing on her androgynous style, which did not resonate with the brand’s feminine aesthetic, Mohapatra adopted elements of Bauhaus—an art school that Schwarzenbach aligned herself with, and merged them with his chic silhouettes and dash of sequins. As demonstrated in his cuts, prints and colour blocking techniques, Mohapatra has translated Bauhaus drawings into the modern and geometric designs of the collection, a core essence for the SS16 season.
Despite the overall conservative appeal of the collection (nothing above the knee), Mohapatra imbued a touch of risqué through his incorporation of thigh-high slits and sheer panels of tulle and silk organza.
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The Fashion Awards 2018: Winners of the night

11.12.2018
By Joan Kong

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For the third year in a row, fashion’s biggest names came out to play at the Royal Albert Hall for the 2018 Fashion Awards, and the attendee list this year is definitely one of the most star-studded. Supermodels such as Alek Wek, Winnie Harlow, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and Alek Wek were all spotted at the event, dressed to the nines in the most head-turning looks. Nominees Victoria Beckham and Kaia Gerber made the night a family affair, and the 17-year-old It-girl went on to be the youngest Model of the Year recipient. Virgil Abloh nabbed the Urban Luxe brand award for Off-White two years in a row, so did president and CEO of Gucci, Marco Bizzarri, and Menswear Designer of the Year, Craig Green.

Below, the best dressed guests of the night:
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 The list of winners and honorees at the Fashion Awards 2018 here:

Accessories Designer of the Year:
Winner: Demna Gvasalia for Balenciaga
Alessandro Michele for Gucci
Jonathan Anderson for Loewe
Maria Grazia Chiuri for Dior
Miuccia Prada for Prada

Brand of the Year:
Winner: Gucci
Balenciaga
Burberry
Off-White
Prada

British Designer of the Year – Menswear:
Winner: Craig Green for Craig Green
Jonathan Anderson for JW Anderson
Kim Jones for Dior Homme
Martine Rose for Martine Rose
Riccardo Tisci for Burberry

British Designer of the Year – Womenswear:
Winner: Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy
Jonathan Anderson for JW Anderson
Roksanda Illinčić for Roksanda
Simone Rocha for Simone Rocha
Victoria Beckham for Victoria Beckham

British Emerging Talent – Menswear:
Winner: Samuel Ross for A-Cold-Wall
Ben Cottrell and Matthew Dainty for Cottweiler
Eden Loweth and Tom Barratt for Art School
Kiko Kostadinov for Kiko Kostadinov
Phoebe English for Phoebe English

British Emerging Talent – Womenswear:
Winner: Richard Quinn for Richard Quinn
Matty Bovan for Matty Bovan
Natalia Alaverdian for A.W.A.K.E
Rejina Pyo for Rejina Pyo
Sofia Prantera and Fergus Purcell for Aries

Business Leader:
Winner: Marco Bizzarri for Gucci
Jonathan Akeroyd for Versace
José Neves for Farfetch
Marco Gobbetti for Burberry
Michael Burke for Louis Vuitton

Designer of the Year:
Winner: Pierpaolo Piccioli for Valentino
Alessandro Michele for Gucci
Clare Waight Keller for Givenchy
Kim Jones for Dior Homme
Virgil Abloh for Lous Vuitton

Model of the Year:
Winner: Kaia Gerber
Adut Akech
Adwoa Aboah
Bella Hadid
Winnie Harlow

Urban Luxe:
Winner: Off-White
Alyx
Balenciaga
Marinne Serre
Supreme

2018 Trailblazer Award:
Kim Jones

Isabella Blow Award for Fashion Creator:
Mert & Marcus

Outstanding Achievement:
Miuccia Prada

Special Recognition Award for Innovation:
Parley for the Oceans

Swarovski Award for Positive Change: Vivienne Westwood

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Watch: The new video for Yuna ft. Usher’s ‘Crush’
We've got a crush

27.04.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Yuna is certainly going places—smooth, soothing and sensual, it is hard not to love her latest single ‘Crush’. Featuring R&B icon Usher, the soulful ballad peaked at number 18 on Billboard Adult R&B Songs after three weeks on the chart. The track is taken off her new album Chapters, which is inspired by the undone of a real-life relationship.

In black and white, the video for ‘Crush’ seemingly sends the message that love knows no colours, and has no borders. Watch it here:

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Bella Hadid’s Halloween makeup look is too gorgeous for words, Tati Westbrook (finally) launches a makeup line and more beauty news

26.10.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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This week’s celebrity headlines: Bella Hadid shows us how to smoulder for Halloween, Irina Shayk demonstrates how red is her best colour, Millie Bobby Brown’s recent makeup look features bits of CD (yes, you read that right) glued to her face, and the one and only beauty YouTuber Tati Westbrook launches her first-ever beauty product.
Also back in action are some cult favourites including GHD’s sold-out hot brush that will get your hair from flat to fab in a few minutes, and Laura Mercier‘s revamped tinted moisturiser formulas that are our new no-makeup makeup essentials.
Bella Hadid gives her best scream for Dior this Halloween

Bella Hadid returns once more as Dior Makeup’s leading star this Halloween, this time as a femme fatale decked in the iconic Rouge Dior. Shot by photographer Richard Burbridge, the campaign’s Hitchcockian vibe is heightened with Hadid’s striking makeup look. From a classic cat eye and vampy-red lip combo to glitter-dusted eyelids with velvety complexion, the model bewitches with her smouldering gaze (and sharp scream) in the video above.
Irina Shayk shows us how to stop traffic in head-to-toe red

Another crimson-lip look we can’t get enough of this week—Irina Shayk at a Sephora event earlier this week and a full-face look courtesy of the legendary Pat McGrath. Deets of her makeup: a sultry pout in vivid red (Pat McGrath Labs LuxeTrance Lipstick in McGrath Muse), Astral Gold Allure eyeshadow on the lids, Blits Brown eye pencil pigment on the lash lines and FetishEyes Mascara for sky-high lashes.

Millie Bobby Brown’s take on the floating crease

The Stranger Things star is taking cues from HBO’s Euphoria for her recent makeup look—a dramatic floating crease that’s both retro and futuristic. Makeup artist Kelsey Deenihan used a neon liner to create the graphic curves around her peepers, while the holographic part is reportedly made with bits of CD glued to her face with lash glue.
The 15-year old actress is no beginner when it comes to beauty—her clean beauty line Florence by Mills was launched recently, boasting vitamin-infused skincare and nasties-free makeup products.
The previously-sold-out GHD Glide is back

Always wanted a hot brush that can whip your hair in shape under five minutes? Your dreams have come true because GHD’s sold-out hot brush, Glide, is now back in stores—perfect for rushed mornings and unruly tresses.
This wonder brush has been vouched by our team (one-minute hair tutorial featuring GHD Glide here), and is equipped with ceramic technology with ioniser to heat the brush to an optimum 185°C styling temperature for healthier-looking hair.
Available now at select hair salons.
Laura Mercier celebrates two new launches with Café Mercier

Laura Mercier celebrates its bestselling Tinted Moisturiser with a revamp at a Paris-meets-New York City-themed launch. If you liked the OG formula, you’d crush on the Tinted Moisturiser Natural Skin Perfector for an effortless, no-makeup makeup glow. Available in 20 shades, the formula has a hydrating complex and tamarind seed extract to increase and retain skin’s moisture levels. It is also infused with Broad Spectrum SPF 30 UVB/UVA sunscreen and a power-blend of vitamins C and E for antioxidant action.
Also new to the range is the Tinted Moisturiser Illuminating Natural Skin Perfector—a glowier variation of the tinted moisturiser to leave the skin luminous, thanks to finely milled pearls and a radiance boosting complex.
Instagram removes plastic-surgery filters

You may have seen the cringe-worthy augmented reality (AR) filters on Instagram that promote plastic surgery—including one that shows a plastic surgeon’s marks on the face before cosmetic enhancements; but no longer thanks to a ban by the app.
“We’re re-evaluating our policies—we want our filters to be a positive experience for people,” says a spokesperson. “While we’re re-evaluating our policies, we will remove all effects from the [effects] gallery associated with plastic surgery, stop further approval of new effects like this and remove current effects if they’re reported to us.”
Filters including those that exaggerate facial features (poutier lips, narrower nose shapes and ultra-high cheekbones) have also been removed, although quirkier ones such as the faux freckles, smooth skin, and kitten ears and nose remain in the Effects Gallery.
Beauty YouTuber Tati Westbrook launches a makeup line

One of the OG beauty YouTubers Tati Westbrook (GlamGuru) has hopped on the entrepreneurial bandwagon by launching her first-ever eyeshadow palette—but without naming her beauty brand just yet. In her three-minute announcement YouTube video, Westbrook says: “I’m obsessed with product development, I’m going to build this thing and I have a huge vision for it. I am currently developing colour cosmetics—I want to do it all. This does not stop here.”
The Textured Neutrals Palette Vol. 1 has 20 shades in six tones and four finishes, and is vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free and made in the USA. Good news for beauty lovers out there—worldwide shipping is available so you can get your hands on the Beautuber’s first makeup product at USD$48 (worth every penny for the pan size if you asked us!)

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A coronavirus baby boom might not be a good idea—here’s why

26.04.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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In an effort to flatten the curve, Malaysia has been on standby for the last couple of weeks (and we’re due to remain this way for a couple more). Although everyone acknowledges that the MCO is an absolute necessity, there’s no denying that being holed up at home indefinitely has left a lot of people with too much time on their hands.
There’s no doubt that isolation comes with inevitable boredom: So, with nothing to do other than sit, sulk or shag (allegedly), there are a few theories floating around about what post-COVID-19 life is going to look like.

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One of the biggest theories on the rise, with regards to the pandemic at the moment, is that we’ll be looking forward to a little baby boom in the months (or, more likely, years) to follow. Even Diane Kruger seems to agree, comically pitching that we call the next generation ‘The Coronials’. There’s no guarantee that it will happen but if it does, this study says it’ll happen in one of two ways.
Either there is a gross increase in total birth rates from pre-pandemic times to post-pandemic times, or there is only a relative increase in births from the pandemic’s peak. The latter is more likely to happen as coital frequency decreases along with birth rate as more people are stressed and sad (the mood’s just not right, you know?). This basically means that the alleged ‘boom’ is just our birth rate catching back up to pre-pandemic numbers. Plus, with the number of couples pulling the plug on their marriage while in quarantine (read: divorce), the odds look like they’re stacked against a genuine baby boom.

However, it’s worth noting that we have seen something similar happen in multiple countries with the Spanish Influenza of 1918, where there was a decrease in babies born from 1914-1919, and a subsequent boom in 1920. Not to mention, every major historical event that has occurred has forged new generations. For instance: Baby Boomers followed the Vietnam War, Millennials followed the Information Age at the turn of the millennium and Gen-Z came about after the tragedy of 9/11.
Essentially, it seems fair to say that a coronavirus baby boom isn’t completely out of the question. That said, whether or not we’re looking at one in the near future isn’t so pertinent—what we need to be asking instead is: Is it a good idea?
What’s wrong with a pandemic baby boom?

Firstly, if you’re thinking of possibly conceiving at a time like this: consider…not doing that. The pandemic is predicted to last until the second quarter of 2021 and there is an increasing slew of arguments against getting pregnant right now.
Firstly, the global economy is massively suffering as a result of the pandemic. According to the Financial Times, we are set for a ‘historic contraction’—possibly the worst since the Great Depression of the 1930s, according to the IMF—that will impede our recovery for years to come. Clearly, this is not the most ideal time to bring life into the world from a purely financial point of view. More and more people are at risk of losing their jobs with the economic collapse happening as a result of the MCO and social distancing. Specifically, Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) predicts that Malaysia’s unemployment rate will hit 4 per cent this year, exceeding the rates following both the Asian financial crisis of 1998 and the global financial crisis of 2009. It’s plain and simple—unemployment and financial struggles will put an inevitable strain on both parenthood and relationships.

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Plus, with the pandemic predicted to last far longer than just nine months from now, healthcare is spread pretty thin. Not to say that you won’t be receiving healthcare if you’re pregnant, just that it will definitely come at a much higher cost. In addition, both these factors may contribute to further stress on expecting mothers: one of the biggest no-nos when it comes to pregnancy. Studies show that prenatal stress has significant adverse effects on pregnancy outcomes and fetal health.
Financial impact and healthcare deficit aside, there is simply too much uncertainty associated with the implications of the virus on pregnancies and newborns. COVID-19 is an ever-emerging situation and new research is surfacing every day, but only time will tell the true effects of the virus on both mother and foetus.
Geez – I wish this article was published before I got knocked up. What now?
Firstly: Congratulations! Secondly, don’t panic—you’re having a baby. Motherhood is a scary (but also amazing) journey on its own, let alone with a pandemic going on in the background. Luckily, despite the pandemic affecting our priorities, most countries are ensuring that steady medical care is available for expectant mothers. That said, it’s a turbulent time, so to keep you in the loop (and your nerves at bay), here’s a summary of what we know so far:

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COVID-19 cannot be vertically transmitted
This basically means that a mother cannot infect her child through the birth canal; it was a question worth asking, though, as other viruses such as HIV or syphilis do have this capability. In addition, studies show that other viral respiratory diseases similar to COVID-19 such as SARS and MERS concur with this finding.
Plus, in the cases that an infant did test positive for COVID-19, the infections were exclusively perinatal (the baby caught the virus after birth).
If you do catch COVID-19 while pregnant…
…try not to fret. So far, there is no evidence to suggest that COVID-19 has any adverse pregnancy outcomes like miscarriage of second trimester loss. That said, the data on this is scarce so we’ll have to play the waiting game to see whether this remains true.
When the time comes to start pushing, you’ll be put into isolation in extremely sterile conditions to minimise the risk of perinatal COVID-19 transmission as much as possible. No worries on the breastfeeding front either–COVID-19 has not been detected in human milk so far.
Both infants and pregnant women are no more susceptible to COVID-19 than the general population
However, if your child gets infected with COVID-19 just after birth, it can have adverse effects on their respiratory health. This case study reported that newborns infected with the virus showed signs of fetal distress, respiratory distress, premature labour and thrombocytopenia (low platelet count). The study also found that out of the 10 babies born to infected mothers, 5 have been cured, 4 remain in hospital and 1 has died. To tie it all off, it has also been suggested that babies who contract the virus early on in life may have long term complications to their breathing. That said, nothing is 100 per cent conclusive as there is still not enough data to make any solid observations.

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If you are pregnant right now, whether or not you have COVID-19, you should adhere to the MCO and other safety guidelines laid out by our Ministry of Health. Plus, it’s a good idea to keep up to date with the latest research available. Keep up with social distancing and maintain proper nutrition to reduce the risk of you contracting the virus and your pregnancy should (hopefully) be smooth sailing.
We are living through history at the moment—an event that will be recorded in school textbooks to come for future generations to study. We don’t yet know how long the pandemic will last, nor do we even have a solid idea of its long term effects on health, the economy or fertility. However, we do know that if there was any time to try to pump the breaks on getting pregnant, it’s now.
Disclaimer: Do not substitute this article for medical advice. All information in this essay is accurate to the knowledge of the writer at the time of publishing.

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Apple Watch’s collaboration with Hermès is the juiciest bite
Best combination ever

10.09.2015
By Buro247

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“To leave the world better than we found it” is rather a bold statement to make but Apple’s constant innovation and beautiful, intuitive design is testament to the brand’s goal-reaching abilities. Designed by Marc Newson and Jonathan Ive, the Apple Watch was a resounding success, selling out online in less than six hours when it was released earlier this year. And in true Apple fashion, they made a good thing great by collaborating with Hermès, a brand steeped in history and all things luxurious.

“Apple and Hermès make very different products, but they reflect the deep appreciation of quality design,” says Ive, Apple’s Chief Design Officer. Pierre-Alexis Dumas, Hermès’ executive vice president in charge of artistic direction chimes in: “We are strongly united by the same deeply held ideas and principles. I see it as the establishment of an alliance in excellence; like horse and carriage, a perfect team.”

Available in 38mm or 42mm, the stainless steel case will be paired with finely crafted leather bands in three distinctive styles: the Single Tour, Double Tour and Cuff. Each case will feature an etching of the Hermès signature and includes a customisable face with three exclusive dial designs inspired by the brand’s own signature timepieces: the Clipper, Cape Cod and Espace. The collection will be available at select Apple retail stores, select Hermès stores, specialty stores and department stores beginning October 5. For more information, visit Apple or Hermès.

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5 Pet cafes in KL that are worth a visit
Woof a visit

12.04.2016
By Rachel Au

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Pet cafes are no longer an uncommon matter; so much so that some places have a more unique and specific type of animal that takes up residence. Bangkok has a husky cafe while Japan has an owl cafe (and a bunny one too). But for them, they had a head start in the pet cafe culture. For us in Malaysia, we now only have cat and dog cafes and frankly, no one is complaining. Here is a list of pet cafes in Klang Valley for you to visit.
For dog lovers
1. Clawset Cafe, Damansara Jaya

Possibly one of the most popular dog cafes in town, Clawset is owned by the pet salon next door, which probably explains why all the resident dogs there are so well groomed. They have, however, recently added a ‘Grumpy Cat’ to the family. For the humans, there is an extensive menu ranging from Western food to Asian to desserts and for the pets, they get a simpler variety to choose from.
Clawset Cafe is located at 36A, Jalan SS22/25, Damansara Jaya, 47400 Petaling Jaya.

2. Cubs & Cups, Desa Sri Hartamas

If you have a soft spot for Siberian Huskies then Cubs & Cups is a definite must-visit for one simple reason: Cola. Of course, she’s not the only reason as her adorable family includes Mocha the Alaskan Malamute, Nacho the Pomeranian and new member Mochi the Japanese Spitz. If you’re bringing your dog(s), there is a special menu for them too.
Cubs & Cups is located at Lot 22, Wisma Rapid, Jalan 30/70A, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480, Kuala Lumpur.

3. The Hound, OUG

While The Hound isn’t a full-on dog cafe with a handful number of resident canine friends, the cafe was opened to welcome guests and their furkids to hang out. And to welcome visitors is Cookie, a friendly four-year-old Beagle, which probably explains the name of the cafe. As for food, we definitely recommend the cakes.
The Hound is located at 44-A, Jalan Hujan Emas 4, OUG, 58200 Kuala Lumpur.
For cat lovers
4. Purradise Cat Cafe, TTDI

Unlike dog cafes, cat ones all come with an entry fee-at least to the ‘cat play area’. But for Purradise, the whole cafe is that area with free-roaming cats ready to meet (or ignore) you. What makes them unique is that all the cats there were rescued and some are even up for adoption.

Entry to Purradise Cat Cafe is priced at RM15 per person (with a free drink) for the first hour and located at No. 24A (First Floor), Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur.

5. Good Meowing Cafe, Cheras

Similar to #5, Good Meowing Cafe has a designated cat area but with a fee for entrance. The resident felines were either strays or from breeders but it’s the British Shorthairs that definitely have the spotlight.
Entry to Good Meowing Cafe is priced at RM5 per person for 30 minutes and is located at No 1, Jalan Suasana 2/7A, Bandar Tun Hussein Onn, 43200 Cheras.

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Father’s Day gift guide 2019: Leather goods every dad will love

11.06.2019
By Joan Kong

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Every third Sunday of June, we celebrate fathers and father figures who love and raise us, and made us who we are today. So, it’s only apt to gift them with presents they’ll cherish forever. While a simple search on our previous Father’s Day gift guides and you’ll notice the different list of fashionable gift ideas, this year, we’re going back to basics with a list of leather goods that strike the right balance between classic and trendy. The best part? With proper care, they can last a (very) long time.
Some of the more practical items on our list include: A Loewe wallet with the brand’s signature Puzzle embossed details for that added interest; a pair of sleek leather Oxfords from Paul Smith which make the perfect work shoes; and a dark brown Gucci belt that can be worn for casual Fridays or the weekend. On the other hand, if you’d like to help elevate your dad’s style while you’re at it, there are some fashionable picks in the mix too. The leather sneakers from Ermenegildo Zegna, the Prada bracelets and Givenchy‘s bomber jacket are some of our favourites.
Scroll through for our Father’s Day picks this year:
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London Fashion Week SS18: Highlights of Day 4

14.09.2017
By Joan Kong

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Erdem
Following the recent announcement of his collaboration with H&M, the attention is definitely on the Canadian-born, London-based designer Erdem Moralioglu for the fourth day of London Fashion Week, and for his Spring/Summer 2018 collection, he opted to go down a more formal and glamorous route. The venue at the Old Selfridges Hotel was transformed into a speakeasy bar, and classic tunes such as “My Funny Valentine” and “Stormy Monday” played in the background. Models walked in party-ready evening gowns, complete with jewelled gloves and notice-me jewellery. The dresses—mostly in the designer’s signature blooms—are embellished with crystals and feather details that tune up the glitz; the end result is a celebration of old school feminine beauty.

Christopher Kane
The 35-year-old designer kept to his unique aesthetic this season, taking inspo from the silhouette of the ’40s to the ’70s by sending looks with impeccable cut (with a hint of domestic goddess reference) down the catwalk. From puffed up sleeves to frills and frocks, the eye-catching trends were pulled together with swaths of skin in the form of lacy sheer details, which the designer describes as “built on ideas of the prime and the perverse”. Clothing aside, the most talked about aspect of his collection is definitely his high-fashion Crocs shoes. Having collaborated with the shoe brand for a while now, this round, the designer introduced rhinestone Crocs in five colours—white, black, pink and mint green. We can see ourselves wearing this pair for our busy day about town.
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Ashish
Ashish’s SS18 collection is made for the gothic dancing queens who’d take the centre stage in a heartbeat; models walked barefoot amongst suspended disco balls (because honestly, the best dances are with your shoes off!). Channeling a ghoulish vibe, its signature OTT sequins are juxtaposed with dark printed statements such as “Good Mourning”, “Witch” and “RIP”. But when there’s darkness, there’s light. The designer says “I thought I would do a celestial, ethereal, and sad collection which is kind of mourning something but it’s also hope, it’s new things, it’s starting again”, and this can be seen from the head-to-toe sequin and red-hot dresses in between looks that help to liven up the sombre mood.

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13 Affordable statement boots that’ll help brave through the monsoon season

15.11.2018
By Stephanie Boey

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Like clockwork, the rainy season has taken over Kuala Lumpur during the last few weeks of the year. Think of it as our winter-replace snowfall with heavy showers and you’ve got yourself a very Malaysian Christmas. However, the past week have been particularly brutal with flash floods plaguing the city centre. Be prepared and dress accordingly, the last thing you’d want is be to caught in the rain with a precious pair of suede shoes while it rains cats and dogs. Put the cut-outs and open-toes back in the closet, you’re going to need fully covered shoes until the heavy rainfall clears up. We found a list of rain-friendly boots to be of service during this trying season. Below, 15 of the best boots in the market that won’t hurt your wallet, and your feet as you brave through the elements.
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7 Stylish Instagrammers that are giving us serious #flatlay envy
Insta-inspo

08.11.2016
By Gwen Ong

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The Instagram playground boasts a number of artistic accounts that are slaying the #flatlay game. It’s not an easy job curating the perfect image that meets all the criteria for a gallery exhibition. It’s harder still when you’re doing it from a bird’s eye view. Trust us, this and this took many attempts!
While there’s something attractive about a well-organised flatlay, we can’t help but be in awe of a curated mess too shot from the top down. The aesthetic is simply beautiful and warrants a ‘heart’ for its visual appeal.
The Instagrammers featured here are setting the bar way up high and showing us how it’s done. Click ‘follow’ to learn a trick or two, and be prepared to get major envy.

My Petite Dilemma
Aside from photos of her chic #OOTD, her account features largely monochromatic flatlays that are elegantly laid out for that cool girl vibe.

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The Pink Diary
From food to fashion and makeup, Sharon’s flatlays are on point with the things she loves, wears and uses. Her travels are bombing too!

A photo posted by The Pink Diary (@thepinkdiary) on Oct 4, 2016 at 6:44am PDT

Walids
This KL-based Instagrammer captures his flatlays in a messy setting yet everything seems to work well together for a burst of creativity.

A photo posted by Walids Ibrahim (@walids) on Oct 31, 2016 at 2:42am PDT

Lichipan
With its clean, dreamy effect, this Instagrammer’s account is full of images that take us away on her journey with food, travel and style.

A photo posted by Li-Chi Pan ☁ (@lichipan) on Sep 3, 2016 at 1:13am PDT

Virna Gambini
Her curation of bright and fun images is the kind of fuel that is lighting up our feed. She has a knack of keeping things fresh and happy.

A photo posted by Virna Gambini (@virna_gambini) on Nov 7, 2016 at 6:32am PST

Design by Aikonik
The Melbourne graphic designer keeps her page alive with various items that can be found on her desk. That marble table though!

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Stephanie Ayinda
Featuring mostly beauty items in her flatlays, the photographer’s makeup collection is a junkie’s dream comes true.

A photo posted by Stephany Ayinda (@stephanyayinda) on Jan 19, 2016 at 4:02am PST

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How to get rid of maskne: 7 Tried-and-tested methods that worked for me

03.07.2020
By Wei Yeen Loh

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I’m an advocate for wearing face masks—think of it as public service, you’re basically protecting everyone else from you. While I’m all for flattening the curve and social distancing, one of the unfortunate side effects that have occurred is maskne.
Also termed acne mechanica, these mask-induced breakouts can happen through friction, irritation and occlusion. These are easily distinguished from hormonal acne—tiny bumps that look like whiteheads around the jawline and chin that don’t look like they’re ready to be popped anytime soon (I know because my itchy fingers are always raring to get ’em out, and it’s always never ready).
Before you ditch your mask or, worse, pile up on the peroxides, here’s what you can do to nip it at the bud and combat maskne—from basic hygiene practices to hydrating your skin adequately:
Tip #1: Wash your mask

I can’t stress this enough—wash your fabric mask on a daily basis if you don’t want your chin to erupt like Mount Vesuvius circa 79 A.D. (read: it wasn’t a pretty sight).
If you have the unsavoury habit of forgetting to toss your mask in the washing machine, opt for a surgical mask and remember to replace it after wearing it for four to six hours—please don’t wear the same surgical mask all day long.
But if you don’t have a surgical mask at hand and only have an unwashed fabric mask in your bag, do this instead: Fold two sheets of facial tissue and put them inside and outside your mask’s pocket. This way, you get a four-layer filter that you can change out daily, and your skin won’t come in contact with your soiled (eep!) mask. Word of caution: this step should be your last resort.
What worked for me was stocking up on a few different fabric masks so that I don’t have to worry about 1) my masks not drying in time during rainy day, and 2) times when I forget to do my laundry.
Tip #2: Use fabrics that won’t irritate your skin

Ideally, the best fabric to use for face masks is tightly-woven cotton and two sheets of chiffon, natural silk or flannel, according to a recent study. This combination has been found to be the most effective in filtering out tiny aerosol particles—cotton with a tight weave provides a mechanical barrier, while silk helps to hold a static charge.
If you can’t find a cotton-silk blend, go for a 100 per cent cotton (tightly woven!) mask to help you breathe easily while filtering out nasties instead. Put those fancy fashion-ready ones on the shelf if it’s made from denim, leather, canvas and any other fabrics that may be too rough on the skin. It’s a no brainer between sandpapering your skin/looking chic vs keeping your skin health in check.
Read: Celebs who prove that face masks can be your best fashion accessory
Tip #3: Go without makeup

While it’s tough to do (I feel you, my chin is a veritable cesspool of scars and blemishes that could really use the help of concealer), having makeup around the area that your mask is going to be on most of the day is not going to work in your favour.
Think about it—your mask is going to trap your makeup, and that’s not including your sweat and sebum that will be piled on if you’re out and about. The result? A full-on, oil buildup and bacteria fest which may lead to cystic acne and flare-ups.
Also, another fun fact: makeup can hinder your mask’s air filtration ability, whether it’s foundation, concealer or lipstick; not to mention, it’s going to soil your mask, which makes it more difficult to clean.
If you’re feeling conscious of your zit-riddled chin/jawline, just keep your mask on all-day long—no one’s gonna fault you for keeping everyone else protected anyway.
Read: How to keep your skin “dirty” enough for good bacteria to thrive
Tip #4: Water-based > oil-based

If you have oily and acne-prone skin, you may want to swap your oil-based skincare for water-based products right now. Look out for non-comedogenic formulations to ensure your pores don’t get clogged, and that your skin won’t overload on sebum production.
Water-based lotions, serums and moisturisers are equally as effective, especially if it’s laden with actives such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin and the like. The best part—it won’t make your skin feel uncomfortable when you start sweating under your mask, especially when it’s humid out.
These are my favourites that are currently on rotation: Laneige Cream Skin Refiner, Dermalogica Skin Hydrating Booster and Philosophy Renewed Hope in a Jar Water Cream.
Tip #5: Check your laundry detergent

Surprise, surprise—your laundry detergent can be the reason why your skin is having a field day. Check the label and make sure it doesn’t have any fragrances as this may aggravate your skin.
Also, if you typically wash and dry your mask with the rest of the laundry in the same load, omit fabric softener and dryer sheets (if you have a dryer) as they may coat your mask with a layer of wax and fragrance—not something you’d want in contact with your skin.
Tip #6: Mask, mask, mask

Not that kind of mask, if you were wondering. Don’t forget to amp up on the TLC for your skin every week. Even if you aren’t experiencing unusual breakouts, masking helps to maintain your skin’s tiptop condition and keep any unwanted skin dilemmas at bay.
On a personal note, masking once a week doesn’t quite cut it for my skin anymore—I alternate between sleeping masks (the new Chanel Camellia Repair Mask is an absolute dream) and sheet masks every two days for extra hydration.
On days when my skin acts up, I indulge in a mud/clay mask to decongest pores and rebalance my skin, such as Sothys Purifying Two-Clay Mask that has green clay, white clay and salicylic acid. The finale? A hydrating mask to seal the moisture in and keep skin supple—Fresh’s Rose Mask is my long-time favourite and you can stock up on their limited-edition design, exclusively designed by artist Jayde Cardinalli.
Read: 10 Hydrating masks to revive your thirsty skin
Tip #7: Don’t overdo the actives

Every time a flaming zit makes its rounds, I’m always tempted to coat that area with a super thick, goopy layer of blemish cream. But I’ve learned my lesson (the hard way)—overly dry, highly-irritated and super sensitised skin is not something you’d want to replace your spotty areas.
Instead of layering benzoyl peroxide and retinol all over your maskne, opt for a gentler option such as salicylic acid after a proper cleansing routine. You’ll want to double cleanse to make sure you’re removing all traces of buildup and even sunscreen.
But if your maskne is exacerbating and you can’t wait to pop every one of them, you’re going to have to sit this one out and distract yourself. You don’t want to cause unnecessary scarring and damage your skin, and have a spotty chin even after your zits have popped. Put the needle away and focus on loading up on the hydration to repair your skin barrier.
My go-to zit kickers: Drunk Elephant’s power-packed duo to decongest skin and keep it nourished, Coxrx Acne Pimple Master Patch to ensure my pesky fingers won’t come in contact with my blemishes, and Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Cream to calm my inflamed skin.
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Grammys 2023: The full winners list and highlights of the night
Music mayhem

06.02.2023
By Marissa Chin

FEATURED IMAGES: AFP | Billboard | @beyonce / Instagram

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Music’s biggest night (technically, morning for us in Malaysia) finally returned to the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles for the first time since Covid shut the world down. Safe to say, it was well worth the wait. Hosted by Trevor Noah, the 65th Grammy Awards saw big wins, explosive performances and wonderful tributes to music’s greatest figures.

Beyoncé made history at the prestigious music award show as the most-awarded Grammy artist of all time with a total of 32 wins as she turned four out of her nine nominations into trophies. This includes Best Dance/Electronic Music Album and Best R&B Song. Beyoncé actually missed the latter award as she was stuck in traffic in typical LA fashion, leading her co-writers to rush up on stage to accept the award for the artist.

Harry Styles took home the Album of the Year Award for Harry’s House, and the artist looked surprised to receive it as well—perhaps because the favourite to win was Beyoncé’s career-defining Renaissance despite the remarkable year Styles had. Another surprise win was Bonnie Raitt nabbing Song of the Year for Just Like That against the likes of Taylor Swift, Adele and Beyoncé. Understandably, many viewers were confused and left wondering who Raitt actually was. The singer actually has a career spanning 50 years in country and jazz. This marks her first songwriting Grammy.
Iconic rapper and entrepreneur Dr Dre was honoured with the Global Impact Award and the Recording Academy has even decided to name the award after him as well. Further, actress Viola Davis achieved EGOT status (this is when someone wins an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony award) after her Grammy win for narrating her audiobook, making her the only third African-American to have done so.

50-year anniversary of hip-hop performance at the #GRAMMYs by some of the greats including RunDMC, LL Cool J, Salt N Peppa, Ice T, Queen Latifah, Wu-Tang, Big Boi, Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliott, Nelly, Too Short, GloRilla, The Roots, and more… pic.twitter.com/HmGB0bvGZX
— Leon Carrington (@LeonCarrington) February 6, 2023

Performance-wise, Bad Bunny brought everyone to their feet with a medley performance of his hits, El Apagon and Despues De La Playa, transforming the arena into a Spanish summer beach party. Another big highlight was the Tribute to Hip-Hop as trailblazing artists from the genre came together to celebrate its upcoming 50th anniversary. LL Cool J, Big Boi, Miss Elliott, Ice-T, Queen Latifah, Busta Rhymes and more took the stage to perform the biggest hits across the five decades, making this one of the most hyped Grammy stages according to netizens. The Grammys were closed with by DJ Khaled’s God Did along with Jay Z, Rick Ross, John Legend and Lil Wayne on a Last-Supper-inspired setup.
Ahead, here is the full list of winners of the 65th Annual Grammy Awards.

Record of the Year
About Damn Time, Lizzo
Album of the Year
Harry’s House, Harry Styles
Song of the Year
Just Like That, Bonnie Raitt
Best New Artist
Samara Joy
Best Pop Solo Performance
Easy on Me, Adele
Best Pop Duo/Group Performance
Unholy, Sam Smith and Kim Petras
Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album
Higher, Michael Bublé
Best Pop Vocal Album
Harry’s House, Harry Styles
Best Dance/Electronic Recording
Break My Soul, Beyoncé
Best Dance/Electronic Music Album
Renaissance, Beyoncé
Best Contemporary Instrumental Album
Empire Central, Snarky Puppy
Best Rock Performance
Broken Horses, Brandi Carlile
Best Metal Performance
Degradation Rules, Ozzy Osbourne featuring Tony Iommi
Best Rock Song
Broken Horses, Brandi Carlile
Best Rock Album
Patient Number 9, Ozzy Osbourne
Best Alternative Music Performance
Chaise Longue, Wet Leg
Best Alternative Music Album
Wet Leg, Wet Leg
Best R&B Performance
Hrs & Hrs, Muni Long
Best Traditional R&B Performance
Plastic Off the Sofa, Beyoncé
Best R&B Song
Cuff It, Beyoncé
Best Progressive R&B Album
Gemini Rights, Steve Lacy
Best R&B Album
Black Radio III, Robert Glasper
Best Rap Performance
The Heart Part 5, Kendrick Lamar
Best Melodic Rap Performance
Wait for U, Future featuring Drake and Tems
Best Rap Song
The Heart Part 5, Kendrick Lamar
Best Rap Album
Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, Kendrick Lamar
Best Country Solo Performance
Live Forever, Willie Nelson
Best Country Duo/Group Performance
Never Wanted to Be That Girl, Carly Pearce and Ashley McBryde
Best Country Song
’Til You Can’t, Matt Rogers and Ben Stennis,
Best Country Album
A Beautiful Time, Willie Nelson
Best New Age, Ambient or Chant Album
Mystic Mirror, White Sun
Best Improvised Jazz Solo
Endangered Species | Soloist – Wayne Shorter and Leo Genovese
Best Jazz Vocal Album
Linger Awhile, Samara Joy
Best Jazz Instrumental Album
New Standards Vol. 1, Terri Lyne Carrington, Kris Davis, Linda May Han Oh, Nicholas Payton and Matthew Stevens
Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album
Generation Gap Jazz Orchestra, Steven Feifke, Bijon Watson, Generation Gap Jazz Orchestra
Best Latin Jazz Album
Fandango at the Wall in New York, Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra featuring the Congra Patria Son Jarocho Collective
Best Gospel Performance/Song
Kingdom, Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin
Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song
Fear Is Not My Future, Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin
Best Gospel Album
Kingdom Book One Deluxe, Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin
Best Contemporary Christian Music Album
Breathe, Maverick City Music
Best Roots Gospel Album
The Urban Hymnal, Tennessee State University Marching Band
Best Latin Pop Album
Pasieros, Rubén Blades and Boca Livre
Best Música Urbana Album
Un Verano Sin Ti, Bad Bunny
Best Latin Rock or Alternative Album
Motomami, Rosalía
Best Regional Mexican Music Album (Including Tejano)
Un Canto por México, El Musical, Natalia Lafourcade
Best Tropical Latin Album
Pa’lla Voy, Marc Anthony
Best American Roots Performance
Stompin’ Ground, Aaron Neville with the Dirty Dozen Brass Band
Best Americana Performance
Made Up Mind, Bonnie Raitt
Best American Roots Song
Just Like That, Bonnie Raitt
Best Americana Album
In These Silent Days, Brandi Carlile
Best Bluegrass Album
Crooked Tree, Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway
Best Traditional Blues Album
Get On Board, Taj Mahal and Ry Cooder
Best Contemporary Blues Album
Brother Johnny, Edgar Winter
Best Folk Album
Revealer, Madison Cunningham
Best Regional Roots Music Album
Live at the 2022 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Ranky Tanky
Best Reggae Album
The Kalling, Kabaka Pyramid
Best Global Music Performance
Bayethe, Wouter Kellerman, Zakes Bantwini and Nomcebo Zikode
Best Global Music Album
Sakura, Masa Takumi
Best Children’s Music Album
The Movement, Alphabet Rockers
Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording
Finding Me, Viola Davis
Best Spoken Word Poetry Album
The Poet Who Sat by the Door, J. Ivy
Best Comedy Album
The Closer, Dave Chappelle
Best Musical Theater Album
Into the Woods (2022 Broadway Cast Recording)
Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media
Encanto, Various Artists
Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media
Encanto, Germaine Franco, composer
Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games and Other Interactive Media
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: Dawn of Ragnarok
Best Song Written for Visual Media
We Don’t Talk About Bruno from Encanto| Songwriter – Lin-Manuel Miranda
Best Instrumental Composition
Refuge, Geoffrey Keezer
Best Arrangement, Instrumental or A Cappella
Scrapple From the Apple | Arranger – John Beasley, arranger
Best Arrangement, Instruments and Vocals
Songbird (Orchestral Version)| Arranger – Vince Mendoza
Best Recording Package
Beginningless Beginning, Tamsui-Kavalan Chinese Orchestra
Best Boxed or Special Limited Edition Package
In and Out of the Garden: Madison Square Garden ’81 ’82 ’83
Best Album Notes
Yankee Hotel Foxtrot (20th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition) | Album notes writer – Bob Mehr
Best Historical Album
Yankee Hotel Foxtrot (20th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition)
Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical
Tobias Jesso Jr.
Best Engineered Album, Non-Classical
Harry’s House | Engineers – Jeremy Hatcher, Oli Jacobs, Nick Lobel, Mark Spike Stent and Sammy Witte; Mastering Enginner -Randy Merrill
Producer of the Year, Non-Classical
Jack Antonoff
Best Remixed Recording
About Damn Time (Purple Disco Machine Remix) | Remixer – Purple Disco Machine
Best Immersive Audio Album
Divine Tides | Immersive mix engineer – Eric Schilling; Immersive producers – Stewart Copeland, Ricky Kej and Herbert Waltl
Best Engineered Album, Classical
Bates: Philharmonia Fantastique — The Making of the Orchestra | Engineers – Shawn Murphy, Charlie Post and Gary Rydstrom; Mastering engineer – Michael Romanowski
Producer of the Year, Classical
Judith Sherman
Best Orchestral Performance
Works by Florence Price, Jessie Montgomery, Valerie Coleman | Conductor – Michael Repper (New York Youth Symphony)
Best Opera Recording
Blanchard: Fire Shut Up in My Bones | Conductor – Yannick Nézet-Séguin; David Frost, producer (The Metropolitan Opera Orchestra; The Metropolitan Opera Chorus)
Best Choral Performance
Born | Conductor – Donald Nally, conductor
Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance
Shaw: Evergreen, Attacca Quartet
Best Classical Instrumental Solo
Letters for the Future, Time for Three | Conductor – Xian Zhang (The Philadelphia Orchestra)
Best Classical Solo Vocal Album
Voice of Nature: The Anthropocene | Soloist – Renée Fleming; Pianist – Yannick Nézet-Séguin
Best Classical Compendium
An Adoption Story, Starr Parodi and Kitt Wakeley
Best Contemporary Classical Composition
Puts: Contact | Composer – Kevin Puts
Best Music Video
All Too Well: The Short Film | Director – Taylor Swift; Video producer – Saul Germaine
Best Music Film
Jazz Fest: A New Orleans Story | Video directors – Frank Marshall and Ryan Suffern; Video producers – Frank Marshall, Sean Stuart and Ryan Suffern

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Jaeger-LeCoultre reunites with Marc Newson to unveil a new masterpiece, the Atmos 568
The best of both worlds

17.10.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Jaeger-LeCoultre and Marc Newson go way back—it all started in 2009, when the Swiss watch and clock manufacturer approached the designer to design an 80th anniversary edition of their Atmos clock. Since then, they have been teaming up in a creative collaboration to reinterpret and give new life to the iconic clock. This year, Newson worked his magic once again on the clock that lives on air.

“I was thrilled to have been asked to design an Atmos because it is a timepiece that I have loved since I first saw when I was in my early teens. An Atmos for me is a complex and magical object, it seemingly runs on perpetual motion or the closest thing to it and it needs a constant environment to function in. It is as if it is a living thing—you have the feeling that it can sense your presence—which I find strangely comforting,” said Newson of the Atmos.

Inventive by nature, the Atmos fascinatingly functions using variations in temperature as a source of energy. Inside each clock is an airtight capsule where a mixture of gases expands and contracts with every change in temperature, rendering the mechanism self-winding and requires no human action. In creating the latest limited edition of the clock, the Atmos 568, Newson reworked its outer form, giving it a pared-back aesthetic—the timekeeping mechanism seemingly floats in mid-air, held in place by the rear part of the movement and encased in a crystal globe of sheer transparency. The dial is kept classic and simple, complemented by smoothly finished disc holding where the entire cycle of moon phases is shown. Modern and elegant, it embodies the showcase of cutting-edge design and exceptional timekeeping.

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What will beauty and wellness services look like post-CMCO?

26.05.2020
By Kelly Lim

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It’s been months since many of us have been to the gym, hairdressers or spa. Here in Malaysia, beauty salons and wellness facilities still don’t make the cut under CMCO as the close-contact nature of the businesses make it hard to comply with current social distancing procedures.
Our eyes are strained from reading too much coronavirus news and hands dry from too-frequent washing, but we’re also finding more time for daily exercise, tapping into our inner zen, learning how to fix our fringe (and grow it back out) and solving multiple beauty problems that would have normally called for a trusty trip to a professional. If there’s a silver lining to this stay-at-home circumstance, it’s that we’ve all become more aware of our health and hygiene and well-versed in knowing how to take care of ourselves.

As virtual connectivity replaces physical contact, the wellness and beauty industry turned to digital means to help us stay on top of our health and grooming, substituting in-person treatments and daily group classes with DIY how-tos and live-streamed tutorials to aid us in the domain of self-care.
Even so, the reopening of salons this week across certain parts of the world led to a subsequent surge in customers and bookings, demonstrating just how central personal grooming is to society and how reliant we are on the professionals who’ve trained in it. So what will happen to the sector where intimate interactions and physical maintenance are integral? How safe will these spaces actually be when they reopen?
Same service, different experiences
Looking at how salons and services that are already operating in other countries will be key to understand how health protocols are met. For businesses where employee-to-customer contact is essential to get the job done, what of the current six-feet-of-distance guidelines?
In Singapore, citizens are limited to basic haircuts and subject to digital contact tracing, while cautionary measures in China—where personal-care businesses reopened as early as March—saw stylists wearing face masks and hazmat suits, alongside new sanitation strategies, reduced capacities and spaced out seating per social distancing mandates.

Over in the U.S., Barbicide, a leader in disinfection within the professional beauty industry, has been working with various states to release vigorous disinfection guidelines and safety practices for reopening salons and services. Getting your hair washed and dried by a pro will now come with several changes, starting with the way you book your appointments as walk-ins will no longer be accommodated.

At blowdry bar Drybar, which is reopening 32 stores across select states, customers must complete a prescreening, digital questionnaire to ensure they’re not exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 or known exposure for an appointment to be confirmed. On the day, virtual check-ins processes will be implemented so there is no waiting time and temperature checks will be carried out for all staffs and clients entering the premises. Everyone will be required to wear mandatory PPE, refrain from non-hairstyling related contact, while all non-essential items such as product testers, beverages and reading material will be removed to minimise the spread of germs.
Though guidelines will vary across regions and individual establishments, one thing is clear: the experience of getting a haircut or manicure will be no longer be the same as it becomes far less personal or relaxing.
According to Healthline, experts say the risk remains high even with safety precautions due to the close proximity required and urges customers to check with salons about their protective measures before going in to assess their own comfort level against the risk.
The same goes for wellness facilities and other public places. When gyms and spas reopen, safety policies that emphasis hygiene and social distancing will be put in place and adjusted as official recommendations and guidelines change. Faced with limited operational capacities and a downturn in revenues, spas and wellness centres may focus on growing their retail sales in lieu of decreased hands-on treatments. At the same time, treatments that are hands-off and rely on equipment or structure like saunas or cryotherapy chambers could benefit once safety protocols and clear guidelines are rolled out since person-to-person contact is minimised.
Unfortunately, no place will be completely risk-free so it’ll ultimately boil down to personal risk preference and asking yourself how much of a risk you’re okay with taking by entering these spaces.
The beauty of on-demand
In the short-term, alternative models of beauty and wellness therapies outside of digital experiences could take over if they adapt well to the COVID-19 landscape.
Thanks to on-demand technologies, beauty services that were already decoupling from traditional salons and spas before the pandemic hit could benefit and grow. Specialised companies across the U.S. upended long-standing models by offering spaces solely devoted to single services like the aforementioned Drybar or Heyday, a New York-based digital facial company, while Grab-like styling startups such as Glamsquad brought services directly to consumers through its network of travelling beauty professionals.
Part of the risk of going to a salon comes from the flow and volume of people entering, exiting and idling in a single confined space so bringing the salon to the home can help ease consumer concerns.

In Florida, where barbershops and salons recently received the green light to reopen, the on-demand service expanded its in-home nail and makeup offerings to include hair-care under enhanced safety and hygiene protocols outlining required PPE wear, a new Barbicide certification for all professionals and a new set of guidelines for the appointment itself. During the appointment, clients and stylists alike will be required to wear masks, constantly wash hands and work with fully disinfected tools of the trade.
Isolation has shown how multifunctional our homes can be, and in-home beauty treatments with a vetted and safety-trained therapist will permit those in need of professional grooming to get personalised, one-to-one services in a convenient, controlled environment while allowing brands to gain trust and leverage the customer experience.
DIY, holistic wellness routines
With our immunities put to the test, we’ve all returned to the roots of wellness, becoming personally proactive in the pursuit to stay preventatively healthy, strong and fit.
Thanks to the proliferating wealth of free online content on physical and mental health—particularly in the last few months—the need and desire to improve our wellbeing has been made possible whenever and wherever. From eating well to daily exercise and mindfulness, we’re all striving to build a more holistic wellness program for ourselves as part of our daily lifestyle and goal to mitigate the effects of the pandemic.

The worldwide shuttering of professional services led to a notable rise in DIY self-care trends. Finding alternative methods and experimenting with our self-care routines allow us to maintain our sense of self and regain a bit of control in our lives.
Zalando, Europe’s largest fashion and lifestyle e-commerce marketplace, reported a boom in pampering and self-care beauty categories like candles, aromatherapy and detox products while consulting firm McKinsey’s recent analysis on the impact of COVID-19 on the beauty industry stated double-digit surges in online sales of DIY products like nail polish and hair dye across multiple markets during lockdown. This comes on top of the fact that sales of skin-, nail-, and hair-care products have gone up by 300 per cent, year-on-year.
In addition to putting ourselves first, we’re also being watchful of others. The public health crisis increased the need for solidarity and support within communities and social media has allowed people to remotely share their experiences, knowledge and support with everyone during the social distancing age.

From global leading brands and practitioners to celebrities, people all over the world are engaging in social media, live sessions and shared virtual spaces to help offer a sense of calm to each other during the crisis. This has resulted in meaningful, grassroots connections across the world as well as the affirmation of values like unity and transparency across content.
Virtual experiences will continue to thrive

Remote experiences have never been so popular. Almost every personal trainer, wellness practitioner, makeup artist, global fitness brand, etc. has pivoted to running their businesses online — launching websites, hosting Zoom meet-ups, live-streaming classes —and showing just how much can be done through a single screen.
Arima Onsen, known as the most historic healing hot-spring resort town in Japan, even brought its restorative onsens online to help people heal during self-quarantine at home.

The virtual reality project consists of a series of broadcasted videos uploaded on YouTube, volunteered by various ryokan owners, and depicts peaceful bath scenes with soothing sounds of flowing water, falling cherry blossoms and swaying bamboos in the breeze. All you need is a pair of 4K VR goggles and a bathtub to take a virtual dip and transport yourself to Kobe to enjoy the hot springs both visually and in-sound.
During times when going to the spa may feel more anxiety-inducing than relaxing, virtual reality and other tech solutions could thrive in the field if they offer no-contact alternatives. Prior to the pandemic, spas and wellness centres like Esqapes Immersive Relaxation were already utilising VR technology as a way to enhance the relaxation of body and mind, and even as a treatment unto itself.

‘Moroccan Resort’ / Esqapes Immersive Relaxation
The Los Angeles-based VR meditation centre enables clients to book 30-min massages that transport them to an inner state of peace and calm with the help of various beautifully-crafted digital environments. Whether that may be a Moroccan sunset resort or a snowbank cabin, these virtual worlds immerse consumers into sensory experiences and allow them to focus on something in the same way meditation does. More than just entertainment, virtual reality simulations has proven to be ’emotionally evocative’ and can aid in decreasing anxiety during stressful times.
Beyond services, digital beauty devices by companies like Foreo and Nuface point to a future of at-home skincare routines by offering various automated treatments from acne light therapy to pulsating exfoliators and contouring facials.

As much as we’ll cherish the great outdoors after being cooped inside for so long, technology will continue its all-encroaching invasion into our tech-enabled lives. The pandemic has caused a culture shift; its fast-tracked virtual encounters and remote experiences into our everyday lives and simultaneously demonstrated its massive growth opportunity across industries.
Strengthening its arms in e-commerce and retail, it will likely go on to occupy an even larger space in our post-pandemic lives, whether we like it or not, overhauling different areas from beauty and fashion to physical events and changing the world as we knew it.

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7 Beauty gift ideas for the last-minute shopper

21.12.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If procrastination is your middle name and you’re proving that sentiment right with an unchecked gifting list this holiday season, fret not. Arm yourself with our list below (more ideas on our #BuroHolidayGuide here) and gift-shopping will be a breeze this weekend.
Aesop The Familiar Horizon

Aesop’s holiday kits this season are collectibles that any beauty (and art) design would love. In collaboration with Dutch couterier Iris van Herpen, the ‘Atlas of Attraction’ collection boasts skincare and home essential kits—all wrapped in elegant sleeves featuring a customised pattern by the designer. The Familiar Horizon’s graphic is a breathtaking take on a starling flock, depicted in swirling aerial formations; contents include the Post-Poo Drops, Istros Aromatique Room Spray and the alcohol-free Mouthwash.

Clarins Spa at Home 2018

Give the gift of supple skin with Clarins’ set of body toning essentials. This complete bodycare set includes the Tonic Bath & Shower, Tonic Body Balm, Tonic Body Oil, and Exfoliating Body Scrub along with a cute holiday pouch to store beauty essentials. Everyday can be a spa holiday with this comprehensive range that is jam-packed with botanical ingredients to condition skin while leaving it firmer and more supple.

Three Iconic Double Cleansing Duo

For that beauty junkie on your wishlist, gift this dynamic duo by Three that encompasses two of its bestsellers. The Balancing Cleansing Oil helps purify skin by removing makeup and excess sebum (even UV protection!), while the Balancing Foam has a cocktail of botanical and essential oils to gently remove impurities in the pores while leaving skin moisturised and smooth. Double cleansing will now be a breeze for anyone who receives this.

Posh Nail Spa’s Agape Series

This festive season, lend your hand for a good cause while checking off your gifting list with Posh Nail Spa’s new line of skincare. 10% of product sales will be contributed to Bina GenAsal Plt, a social enterprise that supports and help improve the Orang Asli communities’ quality of life. Opt for the Agape Cream Exfoliator that has peppermint and lemongrass to exfoliate and hydrate skin; the Agape Luxury Hand Body Cream to seal in the moisture on your skin; and the alcohol-free Agape Nano Mist that helps to eliminate odour and restore cells and tissues.

YSL Beauty Touche Éclat Gold Attraction Edition

Anyone who’s a major fan of this iconic radiance boosting pen by YSL Beauty will find this limited-edition version a stunner. The Touche Éclat gets a makeover this season with a full matte black body with sparkling gold cassandra motif adoring the case—talk about a glamorous makeup must-have. Available in three versatile shades.

By Terry Trio Compact Gem Glow Highlighter

By Terry’s limited-edition compact powder is a chic enough gift for anyone to up their highlighter game. Inspired by the reflection of gemstones, the compact is enriched with light-reflecting mineral pigments and perfecting prisms for an illuminated finish on the skin. Healthy glow with a beautiful pink-apricot-toned veil? Yes please.

Philosophy Snow Angel Bath & Body Gift Set

Another body care set to cop for Christmas is Philosophy’s snow angel inspired duo. Get silky soft skin that’s gently cleansed and conditioned (from head to toe) with the snow angel shampoo, shower gel and bubble bath.

Images: Mecca Cosmetica

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Meet the faces behind Diet Prada in Salvatore Ferragamo’s witty short film

25.01.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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The fashion phenomenon known as Diet Prada started out as a completely anonymous Instagram account. The mysterious individual behind the all-knowing fashion history oracle was the internet’s biggest secret. Who was behind these savage meme-callouts? Multiple anonymous interviews were given, most notably to i-D where we found out that the brains behind the fast-growing account was manned by not one, but two people.
In October 2017, The Fashion Law revealed the faces behind Diet Prada: Tony Liu and and Lindsey Schuyler, two friends living in the New York City. Combined, the team of two bring a fine arts degree from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and a discerning eye for fashion. Their first post Instagram post was published in 2014 and reached 1,000 followers only two years later. As of 2018, the account now boasts a following of 1 million and the highly coveted blue tick.
This year, the Diet Prada duo are taking a more public approach and star in Salvatore Ferragamo’s short film revealing the new iconic monogram, The Gancini. Directed by fellow online sensation, Bryanboy, the film also stars other familiar faces such as Tamu McPherson and Susie Lau. The witty short film revolves around a group of the Instagram famous and lets you in on a day in ~The Life of an Influencer~. Pleasantly tongue-in-cheek and self-referential, Bryanboy plays on irony including scenes of the cast refusing to pay for merchandise in store, photoshopping images and climbing up balconies just to get the right angle for a photo.
In one scene, Pelayo Diaz quizzes the duo on their identities. True to their covert nature and quick wit, Lindsey replies, “It’s none of your business”. Okurrrr!
Watch the scene below:

For the full film, click here.

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Robert Pattinson returns once more for Dior Homme AW18
Rebel meets elegance

18.04.2018
By Buro247

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Stepping in front of the camera once more for Dior Homme is brand ambasador Robert Pattinson, who previously starred in the brand’s campaigns the past few seasons. This time around, R-Patz is dapperly dressed in this season’s pieces that combine sartorial brilliance with unassuming elegance, including a classic suit and tuxedo, to a sleek leather jacket and tailored coat — accessorised with backpacks that are high up on our wishlist this Fall 2018. This collection is also the swan song of former creative director Kris Van Assche before his departure to Berluti.
Pattinson brings about his rebellious yet charming attitude with his characteristically quixotic poses throughout the campaign. The black and white images were photographed by Karl Lagerfeld with a theme that alludes to a connection between the past and present. Below, scroll through the gallery for all the campaign images:
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Bridal Fashion Week Spring 2020: Stylish short dresses that are equally perfect for your wedding (and the after-party)

18.04.2019
By Joan Kong

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From the royal nuptials to Chiara Ferragni-Fedez and Priyanka Chopra-Nick Jonas‘ weddings, 2018 had some of the most high-profile weddings yet. This year, as the wedding season approaches, we’re taking some style cues from the recent New York Bridal Fashion Week for some new trends to note, specifically for the 2019 brides. Planning for your upcoming wedding, and need some gown inspo? If you’re looking for traditional long gowns, we’ve spotted a fair number of “naked” dresses that still have that sensual allure.
If you’re all for unconventional styles, and are not a fan of the floor-length dresses that weighs you down (literally), there’s a perfect style for you in the form of tea-length and mini dresses that allow you to transition smoothly for your after-party—get ready to dance the night away! The best part? Although the length limits the type of dress designs, trust us when we say there’ll be something for you regardless of your style. From simple fit-and-flare silhouette for the minimalist to OTT feather details that scream look-at-me like no other, here are six sub-trends you should take note of when you’re selecting the perfect LWD.

Fit-and-flare

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Fit-and-flare silhouettes are fail-proof for two reasons: It’s the one dress style that flatters every figure, and it will never go out of style. If you’re thinking of passing your wedding dress down to your daughter in the future, look no further. The hem of the Justin Alexander dress in look 1 reminded us of a delicate flower petal, and look 3’s corseted number from Mira Zwillinger lends that bit of structure to the otherwise plain ensemble.

High-low

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Want something that has all the qualities of a short and long dress (literally)? A high-low bridal gown is the one for you. Perfect for modern brides, the short-in-the-front and long-in-the-back silhouette is a practical yet beautiful choice for the brides. If you’re donning a covered-up look à la Suzanne Neville in look 1, the asymmetrical design is great to show off some skin, and the pair of gorgeous wedding shoes you’re wearing. Look 2’s get-up from Nicole is for those who’d like a bolder take.

Mini

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Want to flaunt your toned pins on your big day? These thigh-grazing mini wedding dresses are made for you. We love how Reem Acra and Oscar de la Renta both stuck to the simple bandeau silhouette, but amped them up with eye-catching details such as an oversized bow or dramatic fringe that is also trending this season.

Off-shoulder

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Think off-shoulders are too casual for your wedding? Think again. We’ve spotted an array of décolletage-flaunting designs that are alluring. Lela Rose‘s slightly casual silhouette was elevated with touches of shine in the form of brooches, while Martha Suarez‘s lace number is perfect for the dainty girls.

Feather

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Aside from shiny sequins, nothing screams party like feather details that will sway and flow with your every move. Both Oscar de la Renta and Naeem Khan‘s designs exude glamour like no other, but the latter’s mini length radiates flapper girl vibes—in the best way possible.

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On our radar: Gift-perfect watches by Hermѐs
Sleek classics

11.10.2015
By Su Fen Tan

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Christmas—a time for getting together with family and loved ones, delicious festive feasts, giving and receiving of gifts, and sharing kindness. Hermѐs joins in the celebrations with three beautiful timepieces that are perfect as gifts for loved ones. Spread the joy in true Christmas spirits with these exquisite selections:

1. Slim d’Hermѐs
A minimal classic, this 39.5mm diameter model is powered by the Manufacture Hermѐs H1950 ultra-thin movement. The integration of a micro-rotor serves to slim down this self-winding calibre, measuring just 2.6mm. A sapphire case-back offers a glimpse of the intricate technical details. Slim, sleek, and modest in design, it is truly an elegant wardrobe essential.

2. Arceau Millefiori
An unusual encounter between watchmaking and glassmaking, the Arceau Millefiori is crafted by the Cristalleries royales de Saint-Louis. Featuring dials and covers inspired by 19th century paperweights, the “millefiori” motif encapsulates the beauty of a thousand flowers wonderfully.

3. In The Pocket
A versatile creation dipped in sophistication, this elegant pocket-watch may be transformed at will into a wristwatch. Crafted in a unique rose gold composition with H red Swift calfskin, it embodies the impressive leather hand craftsmanship of Hermѐs. This iconic model is driven by the Manufacture Hermѐs H1837 movement with a 50-hour power reserve.

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Men’s gift guide: Top 6 holiday scents for him
A scent for every man

23.10.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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In a quandry of figuring out what to gift your partner this Christmas? Here’s a list of musky, masculine scents that also include other products such as body wash and aftershave balm that you can splurge for him. Whether for your dad, brother or male best friend, these scents are the perfect way of thanking them for being there for you throughout these years.

Z Zegna Eau de Toilette by Ermenegildo Zegna

A modern and youthful scent with fresh and fruity notes of rosemary, bergamot and New Guinea blue berries, Z Zegna Eau de Toilette features a spicy nuance that comes from iris and nutmeg as well. Also included in this holiday set is the After Shave Balm and Hair & Body Wash.

Tommy Hilfiger TH Bold 2 Piece Holiday Set

For the confident man who’s courageous and athletic, TH Bold is comprised of a citrusy combination of pomelo, tangerine and bergamot. The masculine notes come from woody notes such as vetiver, cedar and sandalwood, along with a base of orange blossom. This set includes two Tommy Hilfiger Bold Eau De Toilette Sprays that are 100ml and 30ml respectively.

DKNY Men Metallic Holiday Set

A clean and dynamic scent for the urban man who has a zest for life, DKNY Men Energizing Eau De Toilette Spray has spicy notes of tangerine and ginger, while combining a refreshing blend of Juniper berries and creamy Sandalwood for a woody undertone. This set comes in a unique metallic silver gift box along with DKNY Body Wash.

Aramis Holiday Blockbuster Set

The only way to sample Aramis’ luxurious fragrance range is through this holiday set: grooming, shaving and cleansing products that your significant other or male family figure will appreciate. Fresh green notes of clover and artemisia, along with a heady mix of patchouli, sage and cardamom allows for a spicy and warm scent. This set includes Aramis Eau De Toilette Spray, After Shave, After Shave Balm, Invigorating Body Shampoo, and Soap on Rope for a lasting fragrant experienc.

Acqua di Bergamotto Deluxe Holiday Set by Ermenegildo Zegna

This gift set is for the man in your life with a refined and discerning taste, who has a penchant for culture and relaxed luxury. With invigorating notes of neroli, bergamot and a base of vetiver, Acqua di Bergamotto Eau De Toilette Spray comes with Hair & Body Wash and a Deodorant stick.

Atelier Cologne Nécessaire de Voyage Vétiver Fatal

A full-bodied scent for a mysterious man, Atelier Cologne Vétiver Fatal incorporates notes of orange blossom absolue from Tunisia and heart of vetiver from Haiti while leaving a slight Texan cedarwood aftermath with a dark oud accord. This set includes the Atelier Cologne Vétiver Fatal Vaporisateur Natural Spray and Soap, along with a classic, aubergine leather case.

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Everything you need to know about the Christian Louboutin and Star Wars collaboration
Innovation meets imagination

08.12.2017
By Joan Kong

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Christian Louboutin is no stranger when it comes to Disney collaborations, having created a Cinderella slipper in 2012, and a Maleficient shoe in 2014; this round, in conjunction with the release of the latest movie of the Star Wars franchise—Star Wars: The Last Jedi, the shoe designer has created not one, but four shoes that are inspired by the four female leads—Rey (played by Daisy Ridley), Captain Phasma (played by Gwendoline Christie), Rose Tico (played by Kelly Marie Tran) and Vice Admiral Amilyn Holdo (played by Laura Dern). Although the designs are a take on the characters, Christian has also mentioned that they were all made with the actresses in mind.
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“[Disney and Star Wars] are very, very strong at developing characters. I have the same thing when I’m designing shoes. I often think of a character, so in a way for me, it tially makes sense to work around the character because that’s basically what I do.” — Christian Louboutin

Aside from the footwear above, he has also designed a showpiece shoe that’ll turn heads like no other. Incorporating the design of his famous six-inch Ballerina Ultima heel with the visual effects from the Industrial Light and Magic studio, expect a display featuring a “hyper-realistic holographic installation” during the event. All five shoes will be auctioned on charitybuzz.com/StarWars from the 7th to 20th of December 2017.

Below, the behind-the-scenes video of the design process:

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Milan Fashion Week AW18: Highlights of Day 4
Full speed ahead

25.02.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Salvatore Ferragamo
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Who: Paul Andrew debuted his first lineup for the brand as creative director of women’s collections.
What: This collection is also the first coed runway production for Ferragamo.
The Low-down: Together with menswear creative director Guillaume Meilland, Andrew rebooted the house codes with aplomb this AW18 by eschewing stuffy, traditional silhouettes in favour of elevated outerwear options thanks to updated fabrics and a vibrant colour palette. We spotted merlot reds, mustard yellows and a lovely shade of deep, Vatican blue that coloured the runway. Materials were mixed for refined ease (think knits with leather), but Andrew also added copious amounts of leather (the house expertise) to the range, including a rather memorable suit made of ostrich jacket and trousers.
Buro Loves: The clever use of Ferragamo’s iconic Doppio Gancini hardware on a handful of footwear options including men’s loafers and women’s knee-high ostrich boots.

Giorgio Armani:
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Who: The celebrity-strong #FROW include Michelle Hunziker, Bar Refaeli, and Vittorio Grigòlo.
What: A globe-trotting experience from the catwalk was the intended purpose, as Giorgio Armani cited international references from various cultures “as an ode to coexistence as opposed to exclusion.”
The Low-down: The collection had a whopping 96 looks, comprising neutral daywear looks that were a nod to the house’s DNA (think greige nuances and classic silhouettes) alongside eveningwear that guarantee double takes — evidently, as therein lies Mr. Armani’s forte. His expertise showed in various embroidered pieces, from crystal-beaded tops to sequinned jackets, at times merging above-mentioned references by way of intricately-woven prints into some looks. Furry oversized headgear and lace-up leather boots that snaked up to the thighs jazzed up the looks accordingly.
Buro Loves: Two contrasting looks for the modern woman: A crystal-studded double-breasted pantsuit that echoed a retro aesthetic, and a breathtaking midnight blue velvet gown styled with fur arm warmers.

Jil Sander:
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Who: Luke and Lucie Meier, husband-and-wife creative directors who are on their second runway season this AW18
What: A glimpse into the future but with a comforting, humanizing prospect
The Low-down: The designer duo explored the “comforting” aspect of the theme quite literally with jackets that had wraps enveloping the torso, knit sweaters seemingly tugged off-center, duvets cinched on outerwear and even handheld by models. Cushy threads aside, the more imperative look were  tailored jackets with rounded shoulders and lengthy sleeves, chic coats that were nipped slightly at the waist for definition, skirts that took on the similar rounded shape on the hips for a futuristic touch, and a smattering of floral prints in lilac, blue, red and earth tones.
Buro Loves: A head-to-toe red knitted look featuring a sweater, skirt and matching leggings beneath — all tailored alsant, bringing the concept of minimalistic-chic to mind.

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Prada’s Minimal Baroque sunglasses is anything but minimal
Curves for days

08.11.2016
By Buro247

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When the Minimal Baroque sunnies first made an appearance on the Prada runway in 2011, they gained instant popularity, thanks to the one-of-a-kind silhouette. Renowned for its bold curves, the sunglasses are updated in a new collection, celebrating the combination of creative experimentation and meticulous craftsmanship.
The new collection features flowers and foliage motifs that grew wild in the Baroque period, paying homage to one of art history’s most exuberant era. Stylized plant life such as acanthus leaves, palm fronds and laurel branches is abstracted into scrolling garlands that bud and branch into the defining curve of the dramatic yet elegant eyewear.
Presenting three new styles, ornate and intricate motifs from the pasts design are refined into a single, streamlined gesture. Whether it is a double bridge style, elaborate curves or curling temples, each Minimal Baroque number is an eye-catching piece that demands attention. Decide which tickles your fancy in the gallery below:
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The ‘Minimal Baroque’ special collection is available in Prada boutiques and through selected high-end retailers

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Sarah Lian talks about starting a women’s wellness retreat in Malaysia

07.01.2019
By Rachel Au

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The great thing about resolutions come every new year is that it’s a sign that we all want to be better for our sake. It’s okay if we fail—we just need to get back up. Among the resolutions you might have made for 2019, a wellness retreat might be the answer to succeeding it. After all, it’s time to prioritise ‘me time’ and personal wellbeing, which doesn’t just limit to fitness. Mental health is just as important as staying fit and eating well. And for that, along with other personal goals, a wellness retreat is where you can go to learn better at it. There aren’t a lot of those in Malaysia but that’s about to change as more locals realise its benefits and importance.

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Sarah Lian knows this and thus, SuppaRetreat is born—this time, to the public, and it’s for women only. The first one is happening at Tanjong Jara Resort from 18 to 20 January and the itinerary is jam-packed with inspiration, motivation and empowerment by speakers and coaches such as Hannah Lo and Nor Soraya Ghazalie. We had a chat with Sarah to learn more about SuppaRetreat, her tips for maintaining a good work-life balance and her favourite spots in town for a healthier lifestyle.

Congratulations on SuppaRetreat, Sarah! Tell us more about it.
“SuppaRetreat is a women’s retreat with the aims to build a community of empowered women in all facets of their life. I think there’s a lack of women’s retreats in Malaysia that have a holistic approach towards mindfulness and personal development. We started with an internal retreat within my company Suppagood and then hosted a by-invitation retreat with select women and now hosting our third retreat open to the public. We are planning to host a few more throughout 2019.”

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How often will the retreat be held and will the location be different each time?
“We are planning four retreats for 2019 and anyone who is interested can find out more from our website and follow us at @supparetreat on Instagram. And yes, the plan is to have them at different locations each time because they’ll be a different type as well. From grooming to fitness, personal development to financial planning, soul searching to leadership, each retreat will be facilitated with the right lifestyle coaches and to help women find their own personal strength.
Another exciting thing that we’re curating at the moment is Suppaweekends! They will be fun experiences for women to connect with excursions, mini trips and even exciting activities once a month. We are looking to collaborate with other female-led organisations and continue to explore more within this space.”

The itinerary and lineup of coaches sound amazing! How do you curate it and how will it differ with each SuppaRetreat?
“We do small polls on what women are looking for and what they want to improve in their lives. From there we curate the activities and find the perfect coaches for our participants. This upcoming retreat in January will be great for people who want to to get a sense of alignment; so whether they are healing from a negative experience or trying to get their lives back on track, this retreat is about giving them space and assessing where they are to move forward. My lifestyle coaches will lead our participants to ask the right questions for them to answer.”

Wellness retreats seem to be on a rise in other parts of the world in recent years but what about Malaysia?
“With neighbouring countries like Thailand and Indonesia leading the way with health retreats, yoga escapes and meditation clinics, I think there’s definitely a space for Malaysia to grow—I’m optimistic, really. We are moving towards a place where there is a lot more focus on emotional and mental health and that is something that we as Asians, in general, tend to overlook.”

What are some of the benefits of wellness retreats such as SuppaRetreat?
“I think retreats are an incredibly important aspect of self-care. This is probably going to be the biggest buzzword this year. Women taking a break to focus on themselves allow them to be more productive in whatever they do. As my lifestyle coach Racheal Kwacz always says, ‘You can’t pour from an empty cup.’ The SuppaRetreat will allow you to reconnect with yourself and help you declutter your life. We want to make sure we put time into the things that are important.”

On that note, what are your three tips for maintaining a healthy work-life balance?
“I’m probably still struggling with that because I feel like work is always on my mind but I have started three things:

Making my dinner a sacred time by putting aside any distractions and really sitting down to enjoy a meal and the people I’m sharing it with

Being more present in each and every moment

Putting my phone away when I can. I’m constantly reminding myself to do this because time away from it can be refreshing even if it’s just for a few minutes.”

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It’s not easy to start living a healthier lifestyle—and that doesn’t just limit to dietary and exercise habits—what are some pieces of advice you can give to our readers hoping to start making a change in their lifestyle for 2019?
“One of our fitness coaches, Linora Low, always advises that it needs to come from the right place. You should wholly understand why you are making these changes and that it is a journey of learning more about your body and, most importantly, yourself. With that, motivation and determination will come naturally.”

Last, but not least, we have to ask: Name three of your favourite spots in Malaysia for healthy eating or workout spots?

Rubberduck—They have some stunning meals that are both delicious and healthy! If you have a sweet tooth, they also have great desserts.
La Juiceria—There’s just something about fresh juices and good food that nourishes the soul.
Firestation—They have such a wide variety of classes so there’s something for everyone and their trainers are on fire!

The first SuppaRetreat is priced from RM2,312 per person and includes accommodation and meals. You can find out more or view the full itinerary here.

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