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Style ID: Blackpink’s Jennie and her sought-after bag collection

24.09.2020
By Joan Kong

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K-pop has always had a strong influence on the fashion industry, but in recent years, internationally renowned groups have brought the “K-pop effect” to new heights. BTS, in particular, has made waves numerous times for selling out fashion products after they’ve been photographed in them. The most recent example? A Prada jacket that was worn by Jungkook on a magazine cover subsequently sold out in 25 countries.
When it comes to Blackpink (aka the hottest girl group in the world rn), it’s no different. A search on Instagram and you’ll notice the long list of Instagram accounts that identifies every single fashion item that the girls are spotted in, from clothes to shoes down to the tiniest jewellery. As one of the most popular members, Jennie has worked with major fashion houses including Chanel, and over the past few years, her cute-yet-sexy on and off-duty style has made her one of the best-dressed girls in the industry.
Below, we shine the spotlight on Blackpink’s Jennie’s bag collection, and here’s a good news: you can cop them for yourself too.

Loewe Balloon bag

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Balloon bag, Loewe

Chanel Gabrielle bag

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Gabrielle hobo bag, Chanel
*Jennie’s is in baby blue

Chanel Vanity Case

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Chanel Spring/Summer 2020 collection
*Jennie’s is in black

Marine Serre Dream Ball bag

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George Town Festival 2015 – Art for the Future
Art for life

27.07.2015
By Buro247

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For the entire month of August in Penang, the George Town Festival will feature a brilliant selection of performances from not just local initiatives but also internationally acclaimed artists and grow Penang’s reputation as an arts and culture hub in the ASEAN region. The festival aims to shine a light on its people and the unique spaces within the island city.

Quickly becoming one of Asia’s must-see events, the GTF will bring together hundereds of artists in a series of performances, collaborations and installations that marry both the traditional and contemporary and has drawn thousands of visitors since its inception in honour of George Town’s designation as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For 2015, Joe Sidek, GTF’s Festival Director gives us his take on how the festival has grown from strength to strengh and what to look out for. Read on:

Tell us briefly how Georgetown Fest has grown and what are the performances are you personally looking forward to this year.
The last 6 years have been really hard at securing funding but an amazing journey for me personally. We have seen it growing from having 6 weeks to plan and very little funding to having International Publications citing us in good light. I am really looking forward to 100% PENANG and ASEAN CLASSIC both rather personal choices and something that I really wanted for this year.

What are the main challenges you face when planning the itinerary of the festival? Are there particular pressures now it’s evolved into such a huge event?
Both answers would be funding, funding and funding! Everything else is part of this most exciting journey.

How does it feel to watch the festival grow from strength to strength, bringing attention to Penang island?
I am very grateful for the opportunity and thank everyone for allowing me take this journey.It has made me very happy dspite the difficulties we face every year. It’s also very exciting to be invited to speak about the Festival all over the world. I am very proud of our island and very grateful to be given this opportunity.

Could you briefly take us through the planning process of putting together the Georgetown Fest?
We start calling for proposals from October and I start opening to the Universe to send me signs…or at least decent programs!

How has the Penang arts scene evolved since the conceptualisation of the festival? Do artists feel they have a new outlet?
I hope so, we are another platform for different groups of creative energy to showcase or get inspiration from.

What is being done to preserve the cultural heritage of Penang as some retractors may say that the concept of arts in Penang is getting more commercialised?
I think that commercial tourism must be looked into carefully, GT is rather fragile and commercial art concepts that reek of money and no passion is what we need to be careful about. Yes, there seems to be a lot of that cropping around GT actually.

How do you see the Georgetown Fest evolving in years to come?
I live for this moment and enjoy what I am able to do for Penang right now. My job is not done and I hope I am given the opportunity to continue for a bit more. As for the future…I can only hope we can find a balance between art/culture/space/people and the future.

Watch the highlights from George Town Festival 2014:

For more information on ticketing, sponsorship or partnership opportunities, and the shows coming to George Town Festival this year, please visit: www.georgetownfestival.com

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Discover the Hermès timepiece that makes counting down a pleasure
A charming complication

07.07.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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As part of the Slim d’Hermès line, the Slim d’Hermès L’heure impatiente bears the signature aesthetic that we’ve come to love, looking absolutely classic in a sleek, rose gold case and an opaline silvered dial. But on top of that, it features a brand new complication that aims to delight: the playful ‘Impatient Hour’ complication that makes counting down a pleasure.

Developed in collaboration with Agenhor, the complication acts as a quaint alarm for your events. Simply set the counter of the watch to the time of an event that will take place in less than 12 hours. At one hour before it occurs, the 60-minute countdown will be set in motion at 6 o’clock on the dial. When the time arrives, a single chime rings – reminding you of that awaited moment. The volume of the chime has been attuned for the wearer’s ears only.

Behind the charming ‘Impatient Hour’ module, the timepiece is driven by the Hermès H1912 movement. Just recently, a unique Slim d’Hermès L’heure impatiente was unveiled at Only Watch 2017 – a charity auction which benefits Duchenne Muscular research – a more robust looking version fitted with a blasted titanium case and black dial.

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7 Brilliant nature and wildlife documentaries you should watch

14.04.2020
By Ronn Tan

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Learning about the wonders of our planet really helps us form a necessary sense of appreciation for what we have. When we understand the threats that the Earth is currently facing, we can come up with solutions. Nature documentaries are a great way to connect us with the world out there—from animals to the climate.
The list below consists of nature and wildlife films that showcase a variety of different ecosystems. Get ready to be inspired, educated, and awakened. It’s never a bad time to add some nature-focused programmes to your long list of things to watch.
1. Africa, BBC

Released in 2013 by the BBC Natural History Unit, Africa is a documentary thet centres around wild habitats and wildlife in the African continent. The programme consists of six episodes and is narrated by David Attenborough. You will get to see how different species respond to the challenges they face every day in the wild.
For more information, visit this website.
2. Encounters at the End of the World, Amazon Prime

Directed, written, and narrated by Werner Herzog, this documentary film—released in 2007—highlights the effects of the harsh Antartica environment on the human psyche. Accompanied by cinematographer Peter Zeitlinger, the pair showcases interesting locations as well as interview people who live and work there. It’s the perfect way to learn more about Antartica.
For more information, visit this website.
3. Our Planet, Netflix

First released on Netflix in 2019, Our Planet has three different narrators—Salma Hayek for Latin America, Penélope Cruz for Spain, and David Attenborough for the rest. The nature documentary is made in collaboration with the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The eight-episode series centres around animals and the issues of conservation in their respective home regions; especially with a focus on how living creatures are affected by climate change.
For more information, visit this website.
4. Before The Flood, National Geographic

In this documentary, traverse around the world and take a look at the threats posed by global warming. Released in 2016, Before The Flood is narrated by Leonardo DiCaprio and “presents a riveting account of the dramatic changes now occurring around the world due to climate change, as well as the actions we as individuals and as a society can take to prevent the disruption of life on our planet”.
For more information, visit this website.
5. Planet Earth, BBC

Known as one of the classics and a must-watch, this nature documentary—released in 2006 by BBC—takes a thorough look at the natural world. You’ll get glimpses of vast landscapes and closeups of animals while David Attenborough narrates. In addition to winning four Emmys, the 11-episode Planet Earth (which also has a 2017 sequel) took more than four years to film; across 64 different countries.
For more information, visit this website.
6. Chasing Coral, Netflix

The filming of this documentary took more than three years—with more than 500 hours of underwater footage and coral bleaching submissions from volunteers in 30 countries. In Chasing Coral, you get to follow a team of divers, photographers, and scientists as they embark on an ocean adventure to discover the mysteries of the underworld. The documentary also looks at how coral reefs around the world are affected by global warming and pesticides.
For more information, visit this website.
7. Earth At Night, Netflix

This is probably one of the newest nature documentaries on this list. Made for Netflix, Earth At Night is narrated by Samira Wiley. The nature documentary consists of six episodes and introduces viewers to after dark footage of animals in their nocturnal habits through the utilisation of thermal imaging and low-light sensitive cameras. It’s your time to take look at the wonders of the nocturnal world.
For more information, visit this website.
How often do you watch nature and wildlife documentaries? There is no right or wrong time when it comes learning more about the world we live in. Whether you need to take some time off from your busy schedules or have been looking for nature/wildlife programmes, the suggestions above are definitely great options to start with.
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24 Questions with Terry de Gunzburg

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24 Questions with Terry de Gunzburg
Beauty’s major force

06.11.2015
By Terry Saw

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French beauty mogul Terry de Gunzburg has come a long way since her early days as a makeup artist to be dubbed – more than once – the ‘Steve Jobs of makeup’. The creator of the famed Yves Saint Laurent Touche Éclat brush-on highlighter pen in the 90s then went on to establishing her very own BY TERRY empire, which until today, continues to revolutionise beauty as we know it. Here, she shares beauty wisdom, life’s little indulgences and her ultimate secret to happiness.

1. The first thing you’ll do when you wake up is…
“Open the blinds to let natural light and sunshine in the bedroom!”

2. What’s your morning kick-starter?
“A pot of strong Earl Grey tea.”

3. Your beauty trick to ‘wake’ the skin up in the morning?
“Cold water – it gets the blood circulation going and firms up skin.”

4. One beauty pick that never fails to put you in a good mood?
“Red lipstick – it always makes me feel better and more confident!”

5. Your favourite Spring/Summer 2016 beauty trend?
“Futuristic and graphic lines, and eccentric colours that were all over the runways this autumn… watch this space for BY TERRY Spring 2016!”

6. What’s currently trending amongst French women?
“The French ladies are loving the ‘strobing’ technique at the moment. It is the opposite of contouring that concentrates on illuminating instead of shading. Strobing aims to make your complexion look more radiant and healthier.  A must for every French girl!”

7. A beauty icon who inspires you?
“I’m currently very inspired by Lea Seydoux; she is epitome of understated French-chic and has a wonderful yet unusual beauty about her. I love how she is both masculine and feminine at the same time. She is also the most recent Bond Girl!”

8. The one thing that you’ll always make time for in your day is…
“My morning and evening skin cleansing routine, which is a must no matter how busy or tired I am!”

9. Which is your current favourite BY TERRY product?
“At the moment everyone is crazy for the BY TERRY Light Expert Click brush. It is a newer and more advanced version of the BY TERRY original Light Expert. It’s the perfect product for the woman on the go to keep in her handbag. It’s excellent to use for a full foundation, as a highlighter and for touch ups!”

10.  A current favourite beauty ingredient?
“I love roses. They have always been my passion not just for their beauty but also for their powerful properties. I use roses in all my BY TERRY skincare; every part of the rose, from the petal to the stem to the leaves has such powerful properties and regenerating cells that are a miracle for the skin. I love Rose Water for tightening pores.”

11.  What’s your secret to happiness?
“To feel good with yourself and to have a perfect life balance between work and pleasure.”

12.  The three people you would bring on a secret getaway with you are…
“My husband, my children and my grandchildren… But that’s more than three!”

13.  And the top picks that’ll make it to your beauty kit?
“Mascara Terrybly, Baume de Rose and the BY TERRY Light Expert Click Brush.”

14.  An indulgent treat that makes you happy?
“Truffles!”

15.  How has technology influenced what you do?
“I love technology and it has drastically changed the way I work from when I first started in the industry. Technology allows more advanced lab researches to improve existing formulas. It totally complements my nomadic lifestyle, so I can now work from everywhere. I watch live fashion shows and keep up with the trends without having to be there in person – I’m all for technology!”

16.  Your idea of ‘disconnecting’ is…
“Turning off my phone and spending the day walking around the city or having a day indoors listening to opera and reading a book.”

17. A quote you swear by?
“I Never Give Up – that’s my motto in life; I even named a shade of BY TERRY lipstick after its abbreviation INGU!”

18. One beauty or fashion faux pas you’ll never repeat is…
“I can’t really say they were a faux pas as they seemed more than acceptable then, but some moments of the 80s and 90s I would definitely not repeat such as frosted eyeshadows, too-thin eyebrows or overdoing the blush!”

19. How do you stay ahead of the beauty game?
“I am constantly keeping myself informed and I’m always on the lookout for the newest trends. However, I am also very careful not to follow the trends too much because I believe using the highest quality ingredients never goes out of fashion. Quality and luxury are the key words of BY TERRY.”

20. The one thing not many people may know about you is…
“I am very shy.”

21. Your idea of a perfect day is…
“Spending it with my family in our home in Provence in the summer. Between my husband and myself we have six children and nine grand children!  We love to spend time all together and to have a full house!”

22. The best lessons you’ve learned from the industry?
“To never follow trends, to stick to my instincts, and to never be afraid of expressing myself. Also, to always be true to my philosophy of creating products by only using the most natural, rare and luxurious ingredients.”

23. If you could live anywhere in the world other than London and France, it would be…
“New York!  I love this city, it’s so inspiring on so many levels, I love the mix of cultures and ethnicities, the young and creative buzz, the museums and the shops.  I am always so excited and have a fully packed agenda when I go there!”

24. What are you most excited for BY TERRY next?
“Global presence! But from a creative and scientific point of view, as always, it will be to continue exceling in what we do.”

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BURO Gadget Guide: 5 New gadgets on our radar this June 2022
Tech companion

29.06.2022
By Phyll Wu

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The ever-changing world of technology is constantly presenting us with new advanced and innovative gadgets that bring digital consumption to the next level. Just when we think we’ve achieved the ultimate entertainment experience, we’re introduced to further improved features. In this month’s BURO Gadget Guide, discover five of the latest nifty devices you can’t resist adding to your cart.

Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones

Get the best of both work and play with this new pair of superb-quality, noise-cancelling headphones, which comes with considerable upgrades compared to its predecessor. First off, in terms of design, the exterior of its ear cups is stylish and minimal with sharp, clean lines. Meanwhile, the interior has thicker padding, making it incredibly comfortable for wear. Made of soft vegan leather, the headphones are lightweight and easily adjustable, not to mention durable, for long-term usage.

Now, onto the tech side; the XM5 features eight microphones for active noise cancellation (ANC) so you can better control the sound you hear around you, which is great when you want to immerse yourself fully in music or entertainment. Additionally, four beamforming microphones precisely pick up your voice for clear work calls. On the right side of the ear cup, there is a touch panel to pause, play and skip music. Alternatively, the Wear Detection feature will instantly pause and play if you take off or put on the headphones. Overall, enjoy up to 30 hours of playback with ANC without having to charge them.
Price: RM1,799
Availability: Sony’s online store, Shopee, and Lazada
For more details, visit the Sony website.

Prism+ Q Series Pro

Singaporean consumer technology brand, Prism+, has launched yet another premium range of Android TVs with the all-new Q-Series Pro. Following the brand’s release of the Q86 Pro Quantum Edition earlier this year, the Q-Series Pro presents Q65 Pro Quantum Edition and Q55 Pro Quantum Edition as two new additions to the line-up with even more exciting features to enhance your cinematic experience.
With the increasing demand of quality home entertainment systems in the wake of the pandemic, the Q-Series Pro is designed with cutting-edge technologies that elevates viewer experience. Features include 4K Ultra High-Definition displays equipped with Quantum Color backlight technology and Dolby Vision® to improve picture quality, along with Dolby Atmos ® to bring entertainment alive with immersive audio.

In addition to refined visual and audio quality, the Q-Series Pro has also improved in terms of convenience. Upgraded with Google Assistant, users can now enjoy hands-free control at any corner of the room through only voice commands without the need for a remote control. The new series is also introducing more storage of up to 32GB, allowing users to relish in a plethora of streaming platforms without having to pick and choose.
Price:

RM8,999 for Q65 Pro Quantum Edition
RM2,399 for Q55 Pro Quantum Edition

Availability: Prism+’s online store and Lazada
For more details, visit the Prism+ website.

Huawei Mate XS 2

Foldable mobile devices have become a trendy option for tech geeks lately and if you’re looking to hop on the bandwagon, look no further than the Huawei Mate XS2. Similar to its predecessor, the Huawei Mate XS, the all-new Huawei Mate XS2 features a foldable Falcon Wing wrap-around design now with an ultra-light and ultra-thin seamless body weighing only 255 grams. Not to worry, the lightweight device is also more durable thanks to high-performance materials that serves as an effective shock absorber and buffer.
Powered by Snapdragon 888 4G CPU and Adreno 8GB GPU with 8GB of RAM, users can expect crisp graphics and smooth performance with the 120Hz display. Despite its impressive performance, users can enjoy all-day usage with the support of a 4,600 mAh battery. Plus, the new device comes with a 66W Huawei Supercharge wall charger, allowing safe and fast charging of up to 90 per cent in just 30 minutes.

The Huawei Mate XS 2 is fitted with three different camera types, including a 50MP True-Chroma Camera, a 13MP Ultra-Wide Angle camera, and an 8MP Telephoto Camera. The new device also comes with improved Huawei XD Optics, bringing brand-new information recovery technology to provide users with excellent colour-accuracy and detail in their images.
Price: RM7,999
Availability: Huawei’s official online store as well as Lazada and Shopee
For more details, visit the Huawei website.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i

Lenovo recently unveiled the newest generation of its premium, ultra-slim Windows 11 Yoga laptops, including the flagship Yoga Slim 9i. With the launch of this brand new carbon-neutral-certified model, Lenovo is introducing eco-consciousness to its Yoga line, alongside more improved qualities.
Uniting performance and mobility, the Yoga Slim 9i is encased in a 3D glass with a 14.9-millimetre-thick chassis designed with rounded, smooth contours for comfortable handling. Made with content-creation and entertainment consumption in mind, the new laptop features a 14-inch touchscreen display equipped with Lenovo’s 4K OLED PureSight, providing ultra-sharp details with photo-realistic colours for the most accurate and captivating visual experience.

If you’re not already impressed, the 10-bits depth of the Vesa Certified Display HDR True Black 500 can achieve a display of over a billion colours in a single pixel, as well as full colour gamut of 100 per cent DCI-P3. To truly enhance user experience, it is complemented with four Bowers & Wilkins speakers, providing excellent audio quality that brings visuals to reality.
On top of that, the Yoga Slim 9i takes cyber security to a smarter standard with the Lenovo A.I. Core 2.0, an A.I. engine with hardware-level encryption to protect the device from root and ransomware attacks. With the Intel Evo featuring 12th Gen Intel Core Processors, users can also tap into a mode of portable performance that adapts to their needs.
Price: Starts at $1,799 (Malaysian price TBA)
Availability: Expected to be available in official Lenovo stores starting June 2022 (*Malaysia TBA)
For more details, visit the Lenovo website.

Sony Bravia XR TV Series

Sony is advancing visual and audio quality like never before as they launch the world’s first series of TVs equipped with Cognitive Processor XR—a cognitive intelligence that analyses and recreates visual graphics the way humans process surroundings in the real world. It’s designed to understand where humans tend to focus our attention by cross-analysing each picture element and its focal point in order to generate depth information, then adjust each frame for the most realistic experience.
Additionally, it is also intelligent in positioning sounds where it should be—as if it’s happening right where you are. For instance, if a scene shows a jet aircraft zooming across the sky, the Cognitive Processor XR will recreate the sound so realistically, it puts you at the heart of the scene.

The new Cognitive Processor XR will be featured in a series of seven Bravia XR TVs, all with their respective unique characteristics that cater to any user’s preference. The series includes Bravia XR OLED for striking OLED contrast, Bravia XR Mini LED for intense realism, Bravia XR Full Array LED for real-life colour and contrast, Bravia XR Full Array LED for supreme 8K realism, and more.
Pricing: Starts from RM5,399
Availability: Sony online store
For more details, visit the Sony website.

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REVIEW: ‘Sweet Home’ on Netflix—is this new horror Korean drama worth a watch?

21.12.2020
By Buro247

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Adapted from the comic of the same name by Kim Kan-bi and Kwang Young-chan, Sweet Home is everything un-clichéd you’d expect from a K-drama—thrilling, suspenseful with a pinch of comedy. The webcomic quickly became a hit amongst other well-known novels when it was released on the South Korea publishing portal, WEBTOON. When news of its TV adaptation broke, fans were concerned if it could live up to the successful graphic novel.
Ahead, we give you a brief review on the new Netflix series and whether it’s worth a watch.
Plot

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To somehow cramp 140 chapters into a 10-episode series is a practically impossible feat, which is why we believe there will be a continuation to this drama (if the ending wasn’t obvious enough). If you’re an avid fan of the webcomic, the drama may come off as a disappointment—here are the reasons why:

Some of the bonds between the characters were not as connected as shown in the webtoon. For example, Hyun-su and Ji-su’s relationship wasn’t given a chance to grow at all unlike in the novel. The only scene that portrayed their connection was when he told her how her song made him feel at home
The series didn’t go into detail regarding the inner desires of the monsters—which was one of the favourite parts of the webtoon for most readers
Sang-wook’s character was depicted into a stereotypical gangster. Fans were appalled at the scene of him outright tormenting someone as in the comic, he was described to be a decent and morally good character

Image: Netflix
However, for people who have not read the graphic novel, this series might be a breath of fresh air. Different from the typical post-apocalyptic survival TV shows, the setting of this series is in an apartment complex called Green Home, filled with people who are escaping from something or rather desperately longing for something that’s out of reach. Instead of zombies, we have blood-thirsty monsters that will make you appreciate the undead’s decomposed look. For readers planning to binge-watch the live-action remake, we advise jumping right into it without comparing it to the original as we think it’s much better as a stand alone.
Visuals

Image: Netflix
As a whole, the show has a great look to it. The green- and red-tone palette resulted in a grungy look and feel to the series and portrayed the emotions of the characters in a bleak and draughty landscape. Visually, it was outstanding, but we wish we could say the same for the CGI. The monsters looked like it came out of a computer game made in the early 2000s. While it wasn’t overbearingly bad, it could’ve been so much more.
Acting

Image: Netflix
The cast did a superb job in portraying each of their character’s struggles, be it past trauma or the emotional baggage that’s weighing them down. Actress Lee Si-young, who played new character Yi-kyung, blended in really well with the rest. Almost overshadowing Hyun-su, she was seen to be one of the toughest (mentally and physically) people in the building.
Overall

Image: Netflix
The live-action remake is definitely worth a watch as it will have you on the edge of your seat, episode after episode. It’s got a couple of unique story elements and plot twists that will make you somehow forgive the production team for the questionable computer graphics and special effects. Get your popcorn ready as this series will bring you on an emotional roller coaster ride.
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Who wore what to the MTV EMAs 2016

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Who wore what to the MTV EMAs 2016
Loud is an understatement

07.11.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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It was quite a Bieber-fest in Rotterdam, Netherlands last night, where Canadian popstar took home a handful of awards (despite his absence) at the MTV European Music Awards 2016 alongside music bigwigs such as Lady Gaga, The Weeknd and Drake. Highlights of the night include Bruno Mars opening the show with his brand new single 24K Magic, the eye-catching purple trophies that took on the shade in tribute of Prince, and Bebe Rexha’s whopping 15 costume changes. But before you check out a blow-by-blow of what went down last night, here are a few standout ensembles that attendees wore, including Nina Dobrev’s ultra elegant Elie Saab gown and Winnie Harlow’s winning Roberto Cavalli look:
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Recap: Malaysian designer Jasmine Chong on making a name for herself in NYC, and being on a reality competition show with Heidi Klum and Naomi Campbell

31.05.2020
By Joan Kong

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Jasmine lets us in on her journey to becoming a fashion designer, and her life in lockdown in NYC in this current pandemic

From showing her third collection during New York Fashion Week in February (after a hiatus from the calendar for six seasons) to being on Making the Cut—the new fashion reality competition show on Amazon Prime featuring Heidi Klum and Tim Gunn as hosts; and Joseph Altuzarra, Carine Roitfeld, Nicole Richie, and Naomi Campbell as judges—2020 is a big year for Jasmine Chong. Having hailed from KL, the designer launched her eponymous label in 2016, and four years on, she’s slowly—but surely—making a name for herself in the  industry.
Below, watch the recap of our interview with Jasmine who’s currently under lockdown in the Big Apple:

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How are you doing in New York?
It goes between feeling like “I can handle this” to “whoa, it’s a lot”. My parents are still back home in KL, and my siblings are in Jakarta, so I do feel like I’m really here alone. I have great friends so it’s not so terrible, but then again, it’s not like I can see them—I’m haven’t left my home (laughs). I really miss my studio but I think staying home for a little bit is a small price to pay. I’m a little more paranoid and careful.

Can you give us an update on the pandemic situation in NYC? How has it been?
Although the state is slowly easing the lockdown for the other parts of New York, there has been news saying that a lot of the new cases involve people who left their house for grocery shopping so I’m not taking any chances. There’s a lot of people in New York everywhere, especially the subways, so it’s better to be safe than sorry.
How did your design journey start?
I grew up in KL—my mum is Indonesian-Chinese and she has her own brand in Jakarta. When I was younger she would take me to the fabric stores to pick out whatever I want and she’ll make them into dresses, and I would always watch. I think that was the start of the “design process” for me, just seeing these fabrics being turned into beautiful clothes. My mum is around a size US 8 while I’m a 14, and we had these experiences of going into these boutiques and realising there’s nothing for us to try out. I thought, if I were a designer, I could make shopping accessible for women who look like me and my mum, so that’s sort of how it started.
I initially went to a different school—University of Virginia—and majored in economics, and I realised I wasn’t excited about any of the classes and they felt stifling to me. I wanted to be more creative, so eventually I moved to fashion school and everything felt like it made sense. My mum was the first to ask me to apply to a fashion or art school—my parents have been very supportive.
Congratulations again on being on Making the Cut! Tell us about your experience.
It wasn’t something I thought I would ever want to sign up for. I was in LA doing a trunk show and I got this email that says: “Seeking Jasmine Chong *praying hands emoji*” and I thought it was a spam. They resent the email a few days later and I ended up delaying my flight back to NYC and met up with the executives, and a couple of weeks later they told me I was casted on the show. It was a whirlwind! It was also at a good part of my career where I was ready to do whatever so I thought “why not?”—it’s a once in a lifetime experience. Even though it didn’t end up the way I envisioned, I still learned so much. It was a big lesson for me.

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How’s meeting Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, and the judges like?
It was really cool, especially meeting Tim. I grew up watching Project Runway, and he was the Dean of Parsons School of Design. He’s the kindest person—he’s so calm and supportive. He feels really strongly about the designers and he wants all of us to succeed. The whole experience was very crazy to me, just being in front of them and realising that this is real. Heidi’s cool, and Naomi’s cool too. Everyone’s a powerhouse and I was star-struck when they were in front of me.

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How has the pandemic affected your brand’s plans?
I had my fashion show in February, and the show aired in March—I had all these things lined up, and this was initially going to be this busy, big year. So when the pandemic happened, there was a sense of things realigning—you can have all these plans lined up for you, but life is going to happen and sometimes it’s devastating and difficult to figure out how to adapt. Travels and trunk shows are cancelled, everything has completely paused, and I took one to two weeks to figure everything out.
At the start of March I wouldn’t have thought that I won’t have access to my studio, but you just got to figure that out and how to make the ‘new normal’ work. We started shipping from home, and I started mailing things to seamstresses. I’m thankful that we all live in a world where technology makes all things possible.
As an independent designer, what kind of support do you think is the most crucial at this moment?
This moment of quietness has given me a lot time to connect with the ‘Jasmine Chong women’. We’ve always been talking to our customers and clients, but with the show airing I had time to actually respond to all the DMs and emails, and start conversations.
What I just really love right now is the emotional support that I’ve been receiving. It feels very validating for people to talk to you and to respond to your stories and even participate in giveaways. It doesn’t cost money to support each other’s creatives. And women have been writing to me about their body and self-esteem issues, what they like wearing and what works for them.

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Dries Van Noten has recently published an open letter calling to overhaul the fashion calendar. What are your thoughts on this?
I love it. There’s a lot of really difficult, negative things about the pandemic obviously but one of the little bright sides is that we’re now taking this moment to figure out things tha haven’t been working, especially for independent designers. And I love the movement of slowing things down.
Do we really need six collections a year? As an independent designer, I’ve always only doing one or two—I like setting my own pace. For a while it’s scary to say that—to be saying I’m only going to show or make collections whenever I want, so it’s nice that the industry is pushing for this now.

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What do you think of digital fashion shows?
If you ask me this question before doing Making the Cut, I would say no. There’s something about being there in person and watching the clothes walk past. But at the same time, it’s hard for independent labels to do that if we’re going through things like this. I think there’s something to be said about making the shows accessible. It’s pretty much like what we’re doing on Instagram—making the looks available for everyone to see and enabling people to access to it.
You previously mentioned that your signature pieces are size-agnostic. Has that been your aim since the start?
It wasn’t something that I thought of at the start. I think I just wanted to make clothing that I felt was for an aspirational woman, but as I started designing, it was obvious that the shapes are very fluid, and there are a lot of size-fluid elements such as lower armholes and wider sleeves. We also started realising that that’s what people were responding to.
Customers have always been saying to me: “I love this dress because I can eat in it and I can still dance.” I wasn’t thinking about what was trending even though there is this body-positivity movement. I just came from a place where I wanted to design based on my understanding of wearing clothes. It’s a very personal approach to design and I’ve been really lucky that people respond to that.

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You’ve had previous working experiences with Anna Sui, Halston, Marchesa, Thakoon, and Tory Burch. How did each of these experiences help shape your career?
My first experience was actually at Anna Sui, and that was really informative and important to me because it was my fist internship in the industry. Seeing someone like Anna succeed at such a high level—she’s such an icon and she has such a specific vision—was really important to a teenage Jasmine. It made me realise that you could be all those things—an Asian and a woman—and be at the pinnacle of the industry. I loved working there.
Thakoon was really great too. That experience gave me a lot of insight into seeing how a smaller independent designer works. Marchesa is, of course, a fantasy. Every experience taught me a different aspect of fashion design, from design to production to sales. You learn a lot and you start to see how things work together.
What’s the one advice you would give to Malaysian designers who’d like to launch their careers in New York?
You definitely have to know your voice and your craft. That’s something Anna Sui would always say. There can only be one Tom Ford or Calvin Klein, but you have to figure out who you are and be unapologetic about that. Don’t let the industry tell you who you should be, stay true to yourself and be really true to that. And also, get your logistics in order and do the legwork.
What would you like to ultimately achieve with your brand?
I want to do exactly what I’m doing now but at a larger scale. That’s what I tell myself every year—have this loyal clientele and resonate with women, but to be able to reach a wider audience.

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Malaysian/NYC rapid-fire
Favourite Malaysian foodCurry laksa
Favourite food in NYCEverything in Chinatown and the Italian food
Favourite Malaysian drinkMilo dinosaur
Favourite Malaysian restaurant in KLAll the hawker centres, Fatty Crab, and Grand Imperial Bangsar and Ming Court for dimsum (laughs).
Favourite Malaysian restaurant in NYCKopitiam
Favourite restaurant in NYCCongee Village. Palma is another restaurant I love—it’s like a pretty garden and it has good pasta.
Favourite Malaysian slang wordHar?
Favourite NYC slang wordI can’t think of anything in particular, but it’s generally how quick New Yorkers are. You can go to the deli and say “bagel cream cheese” and nothing else, and they’ll get it.
Usual order at a mamakRoti telur bawang with dhal. And ayam goreng.
Favourite Malaysian designerHan Chong of Self-Portrait
Favourite American designerAnna Sui
The most famous person’s number you have in your phoneGeorgina Chapman
Favourite thing about NYCThe energy, how people work, and how diverse and unapologetic people are
Best thing about being a MalaysianI think that the best thing is we are pretty cincai. We can roll with the punches and even when things get stressful. Anything lah, see first. It helps me be a lot more relaxed during difficult situations, and I think that’s the Malaysian side of me.
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Buro 24/7 Exclusive: Catching up with Katie Holmes
A-lister secrets

13.11.2015
By Terry Saw

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Give us your best backstage beauty trick.
“I’m always impressed by the power of a good blush – if nothing else, a little blush will make you look so much more alive!”

What’s your best ‘bad hair day’ fix?
“With Alterna, I’m blessed to have very few bad hair days! If I’m having trouble with flyaways, my go to is the Bamboo Smooth Kendi Dry Oil Mist, which smoothens everything out and adds shine and moisture.”

In the lead up to a red carpet event, you will…
“Try to stay active all-year round and do something active every day. Also, drink lots of water.”

A workout trend you’re currently hooked on?
“I really enjoy spinning!”

If you were to own only five products, they would be…
1. Alterna Haircare Bamboo Smooth Kendi Dry Oil Mist
“A stylist introduced me to Alterna years and years ago, but I was drawn to the brand because all of the formulas are free of harsh and synthetic chemicals. I’m absolutely obsessed with the Kendi Dry Oil Mist, I carry it with me everywhere. It’s great for touch ups during the day and infusing my hair with a bit of moisture whenever it needs.”

2. Jo Malone fragrance
“I use different fragrances all the time, but I always come back to the Jo Malone Orange Blossom Cologne – I’ve been using this for years! I just love the citrus undertones…it’s simple, clean and elegant.”
3. SK II Mask
“I got into these sheet masks when I started travelling more. I love wearing one on the flight or when I’m sleeping to keep my skin nice and hydrated.”
4. Alterna Haircare CAVIAR REPAIRx Fill & Fix Masque
“My hair goes through a lot with my job, so I love using this masque once a week to help repair and rejuvenate my hair!”

5. Olay Regenerist Regenerating Cream Cleanser
“I remember growing up Olay being the brand that all the women I looked up to using; it reminds of timeless beauty. Also, the brand is based in my home state of Ohio, so I have a natural connection there.”

A life lesson that’s never really gone away?
“A beauty advice from my mom. She always taught me that true beauty came from within, so if you’re taking good care of yourself, you feel confident and you’re treating others well; your beauty will shine through.”

The one thing that never fails to make you feel beautiful…
“Spending time with my daughter.”

The best thing Hollywood has taught you is…
“Being kind is always your best option!”

What’s your idea of a perfect day?
“Spending uninterrupted time with my family.”

An indulgent treat you’ll never say no to?
“I don’t think it’s a secret that I have a sweet tooth! I can definitely never resist a good cupcake.”

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Another day, another drama: Bad Blood between Taylor Swift and Scooter Braun

02.07.2019
By Ronn Tan

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Everyone needs to calm down. Another day, another drama. This time, it involves the darling of music, Taylor Swift. This began when Taylor accused Scooter Braun of bullying in a lengthy post on here. In case you’re unfamiliar with this name, Scooter Braun manages Justin Bieber, Kanye West, and Demi Lovato among many others as well as helped kickstart Carly Rae Jepsen’s career (remember Call Me Maybe?). As of today, he is also the owner of most of Taylor Swift’s music—masters to six of her albums to be exact. All this a result of his acquisition of record label Big Machine for $300 million. Yes, if you’re thinking that he’s going to earn money from every song released by Taylor before ME (featuring Brendan Urie), you’re absolutely right.

Scott Bocchetta and Scooter Braun
According to her long post, a record deal she signed when she was 15 denies her the rights to her own music. What else did Taylor say in her post?

“All I could think about was the incessant, manipulative bullying I’ve received at his hands for years”. Her albums released between 2006 and 2017 are now still owned by Big Machine (hence, Scooter Braun). Moreover, she added that she only discovered of the sale of the label when it was announced.
“For years I asked, pleaded for a chance to own my work”. It’s unfortunate but Taylor was offered the opportunity to earn “one album back at a time” to substitute with every new recording. Leaving her past meant signing to Universal’s Republic Records label and leaving Big Machine.

Taylor Swift also mentioned Justin Bieber by sharing a photo posted by the Canadian singer after the infamous Kanye West-Kim Kardashian-Taylor Swift leaked phone call. She deemed that an example of the bullying she faced. Bullying, no matter the circumstances, is wrong. While Justin has apologised for the photo, he criticised Taylor for putting Scooter Braun on blast on social media. He continued in his Instagram post that “neither Scooter or I have anything negative to say about you. We truly want the best for you“. Guess it’s never really over? Glad that Katy Perry-Taylor Swift beef has ended, no?

Taylor Swift Big Machine deal
You can’t really talk about the entire incident without mentioning the man who sold the label in the first place—Scott Borchetta. The founder has come out to spil the tea on the unruly drama. In his post, he wrote that “Taylor had every chance in the world to own not just her master recordings, but every video, photograph, everything associated to her career.  She chose to leave”. That isn’t all—he also said that “Scooter has always been and will continue to be a supporter and honest custodian for Taylor and her music”. Shouldn’t everyone just support each other?
So what’s the truth, and who isn’t being honest here? Demi Lovato, Todrick Hall, Cara Delevigne, and even Yael Cohen Braun (who also happens to be Scooter Braun’s wife) have all had their opinions known about the incident. This opens a whole new can of worms. If one doesn’t believe Taylor, would you consider that as untrusting of women? How about if Taylor’s wrong (gag) and Scooter Braun actually does only have positive things to say about her? All that can happen from now is—hopefully—all drama gets resolved as soon as possible.

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Are you ready to be ‘Living Coral’ this 2019? asks Pantone

06.12.2018
By Gwen Ong

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The last couple of years we have had purple, green and now this upcoming year, we’ll be seeing more of coral as Pantone announces its annual Color of the Year. The colour expert regards this shade of orange as a symbol of “innate need for optimism and joyful pursuits” and “authentic and immersive experiences that enable connection and intimacy”.

If you’re wondeirng, the people at Pantone take their job seriously, scouring the world to see what’s trending in everything including fashion, cars, design and culture before bestowing the honourable title on a special hue. The colour authority has been doing this for the past 20 years and we’ll take their word on the ‘it’ shade of 2019.

Coral is a beautiful, vibrant tone that is universally flattering. It has had its fair share of runway moments in fashion and over the years, it has been one of the most popular shades that you can wear on your eyes, lips and nails. But on top of being a trendy hue, ‘Living Coral’ also pushes at our moral compass to drive home the message on the importance of preserving the environment, especially coral reefs that provide shelter and sustenance to marine life.

So, what do you think of ‘Living Coral’?

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Make the most of NYFW: 5 things to do in New York City
From music to museums

08.09.2015
By Su Fen Tan

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Known for the ever-bustling Times Square, army of yellow cabs, and snazzy Broadway shows, there is just so much to see and do in New York City. The city’s vibrant and dynamic arts scene will make you wish you had all the time in the world to see it all, but here’s a list of top things to do for the week of 10-17 September 2015, in conjunction with NYFW:
1. Death Cab for Cutie at Madison Square Garden

Alternative rock band Death Cab for Cutie stops at the world’s most famous arena on 12 September 2015 as part of their hugely anticipated North American headline tour. The band’s core members of singer/guitarist Ben Gibbard, bassist Nick Harmer, and drummer Jason McGerr will be joined by new touring members Dave Depper and Zac Rae in the upcoming tour. Having just dropped their latest album, Kintsugi, earlier this year and with special guest Explosions in the Sky on board, Death Cab for Cutie is set to make it a night to remember for fans and non-alike.

2. Isamu Noguchi at Brooklyn Botanic Garden

This autumn, Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) sets the stage for a special presentation of sculptures by the renowned Japanese-American artist, Isamu Noguchi. Organised in collaboration with the The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum, New York, the show is curated by the Museum’s senior curator, Dakin Hart, and includes 18 works by Isamu Noguchi from the Museum’s permanent collection. From 8 September to 13 December 2015, visitors will have the privilege of admiring these beautiful works of art while taking a walk through the esteemed BBG.

3. Feast of San Gennaro

Now in its 89th year, Little Italy’s Feast of San Gennaro is an 11-day event running from 10-20 September 2015 featuring religious processions and colourful parades, live music performances, a wide variety of ethnic food delicacies and also a world-famous cannoli-eating competition. Join in on the festivities and enjoy all the delicious food as the Feast brings a bit of Italy to you right in New York City.

4. Picasso Sculpture at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)

An extensive exhibition of Pablo Picasso’s innovative and influential work in three dimensions, Picasso Sculpture focuses on the artist’s lifelong work with sculpture, with a particular focus on his use of materials and processes. The exhibition will feature more than 100 sculptures, organized in chapters corresponding to the different periods during which Picasso devoted himself to sculpture. Picasso Sculpture will run from 14 September 2015 to 7 February 2016.

5. Les Misérables on Broadway

Your New York experience won’t be quite complete without a dose of Broadway. Head to Imperial Theatre and catch the world’s longest running musical—Les Misérables. Watch the brilliant play unfold before you with classics like ‘I Dreamed a Dream’, ‘Who Am I?’, ‘Do You Hear the People Sing?’ and ‘One Day More’, songs that will stay with you long after the curtains close.

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Tokyo and Osaka rank among 10 of the world’s most liveable cities in 2021

26.07.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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While several countries around the world are gradually opening up borders again, the Covid-19 pandemic remains a critical warfare that is causing drastic socioeconomic changes at every turn. Despite this, some places have learnt to cope well under the weight of the pandemic to allow life to return to some semblance of normalcy.
Success in dealing with the pandemic has proven to be the defining factor in the ranking of the world’s most liveable cities, based on The Economist Intelligent Unit’s Global Liveability Index 2021.
The EIU’s survey ranked 140 countries cities worldwide to assign a liveability score for more than 30 qualitative and quantitative factors across five categories: stability, healthcare, culture and environment, education, and infrastructure. The survey was conducted between February 22 to March 21, 2021.
Auckland topped the results as the most liveable city globally, dethroning Vienna, which tumbled to 12th place as it struggles with the second wave of the virus. New Zealand and Australia account for six of the top 10 in the list, whilst Osaka and Tokyo have also claimed a spot each.

Six of the top ten cities in our Liveability Index rankings come from Australia or New Zealand. Discover why they performed so well in this year’s Index https://t.co/bgLsNdlaJy pic.twitter.com/fH4Wl5OQ62
— The Economist Intelligence Unit (@TheEIU) June 9, 2021

“The cities that have risen to the top of the rankings this year are largely the ones that have taken stringent measures to contain the pandemic,” Upasana Dutt from The Economist Intelligence Unit said in a statement. “New Zealand’s tough lockdown allowed their society to reopen and enabled citizens of cities like Auckland and Wellington to enjoy a lifestyle that looked similar to pre-pandemic life.”
Overall, Asia-Pacific cities dominated the top 10 rankings; but ranked significantly below North America and Western Europe in terms of the regional average. This is because Asia is also home to some of the world’s least liveable cities, such as Dhaka in Bangladesh and Karachi in Pakistan, which rank 134th and 137th respectively in the list of 140 countries.
Without further ado, the top 10 most livable cities in the world, and their scores according to The Global Liveability Index 2021, are:
1. Auckland, New Zealand (96.0)

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During the onset of the pandemic, New Zealand implemented a strict nationwide lockdown for several weeks to curb the spread of Covid-19. It also shut international borders to most travellers. Thanks to the country’s swift, decisive actions, Auckland was able to allow schools, theatres, restaurants, and other cultural attractions to remain open during the survey period. As a result, it rose 11 spots from its previous ranking to take the crown in 2021.

2. Osaka, Japan (94.2)

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Previously ranked fourth, Osaka moved up two spots to second position this year. It scored 100 in stability and healthcare, and 91.7 in education. However, the situation across Japan worsened from March to May (after the survey period) as it grappled with the third and fourth waves of the pandemic. Currently, Osaka is under quasi-emergency, which allows businesses to open—albeit subject to restrictions set by prefectural governors.
3. Adelaide, Australia (94.0)

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Adelaide climbed up seven spots to secure third place, overtaking Melbourne as Australia’s most liveable city. The capital city of South Australia has imposed strict measures over the course of the pandemic, which has successfully kept new Covid-19 cases largely below 10 a day, at least so far in 2021.
4. Wellington, New Zealand (93.7)

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Wellington jumped 21 spots to tie with Tokyo at fourth place, also owing to New Zealand’s exemplary efforts in containing the Covid-19 pandemic. It scored 100 in education, 91.7 in healthcare, and 95.1 in culture and environment.
5. Tokyo, Japan (93.7)

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Home to the ongoing Tokyo Olympics 2020, Tokyo moved up three spots to fourth place. Alongside Osaka, Tokyo boasts perfect scores for stability and healthcare (100), losing the lead slightly to the former city in terms of infrastructure (92.7), but faring better in the culture and environment category.
6. Perth, Australia (93.3)

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Like Adelaide, Perth has also overtaken Melbourne and Sydney—rising eight spots to sixth place. It is Australia’s biggest climber this year, and is the only city on the list to receive a perfect score (100) in three categories, namely healthcare, education, and infrastructure.
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7. Zurich, Switzerland (92.8)

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Zurich moved up to seventh place from the 11th spot in 2019, with high scores in healthcare (100), infrastructure (96.4), and stability (95). It was one of the less stringent cities in Europe, allowing sports, cultural and leisure facilities, as well as small private outdoor events to go on during the survey period.
8. Geneva, Switzerland (92.5)

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Geneva rose six spots to tie with Melbourne at eighth place on the list. The Swiss capital shared mostly identical scores with Zurich, but fared slightly less in the culture and environment category (84.5).
9. Melbourne, Australia (92.5)

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Having ranked #1 most liveable city in the world for seven consecutive years from 2011 to 2017, Melbourne dropped to 9th place this year. This follows drops in its ratings in the healthcare (from 100 to 83.3) and culture and environment categories (from 98.6 to 88.2), compared to the 2019 survey. While the city has more lockdowns in the Australian context, it is still performing well on a global scale.
10. Brisbane, Australia (92.4)

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Brisbane rounds off the top 10 as the fourth Australian city on the list. It also climbed up eight spots, with full scores in education and healthcare, and 85.7 in infrastructure.
READ: 10 Amazing things you need to do in Queensland, Australia—from Brisbane to Gold Coast
It’s worth noting that the timing of the survey plays an important role in its results, and that the situation in each country may have changed for better or worse since the list was published. With that said, it’ll be interesting to see if these countries can continue to uphold their high scores as the war against the pandemic continues—and whether the rest of the world can keep up.
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Paris Haute Couture AW17: Sheer genius

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Paris Haute Couture AW17: Sheer genius
Flaunt it

06.07.2017
By Joan Kong

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Karl Lagerfeld paid an homage to Paris not only with a replica of the Eiffel Tower beneath the Grand Palais, but with models strolling through the Chanel Parisian parks in what Karl calls “a vision of a revived Parisian woman”—it’s all about the cut, shapes and silhouettes. Aside from its signature tweed, materials such as charmeuse, chiffon, tulle and satin made a notable appearance in the line-up. Long sheath dresses are layered under a sequinned netting to add volume without compromising the silhouette, and embellished fingerless gloves reach new heights this season.
 Dior
Maria Grazia Chiuri channeled Monsieur Christian Dior for the collection, citing his quote “a complete collection should address all types of women in all countries” in the show notes. This is reflected on the runway, with hints of sartorial menswear pieces that were surprisingly wearable. What caught our attention though, are the frocks in diaphanous chiffon or tulle that helped to break off the mostly covered-up looks. Spotted in the form of embroidered dresses that sway with your every move and an elegant tiered tulle gown that exudes a badass princess aura, the sheer pieces were mostly layered over high-waisted briefs that help to show off ’em pins.

Fendi
Fendi’s Haute Couture show—or Haute Fourrure, as the brand calls it, went technicolour this round, with bright and colourful hues sent down the forest decor. The pieces—echoing the theme of the show consisted mostly of fur-trimmed outerwear and dresses, but the sheer pieces which were embroidered with one-of-a-kind florals (as spotted on Bella Hadid), 3D florals and flower-shaped fur definitely helped breath a fresh air and break away from the full-mink outerwear and egg-shaped capes. They’re the epitome luxe floral fantasy!

Giorgio Armani Privé
Unlike the other brands that opted to go down a (mostly) one-piece route, Armani opened its show with a variation of sartorial pantsuits and skirtsuits which were tailored to perfection. The see-through separates, on the other hand, were not any less eye-catching. From a beaded top (worn underneath a blazer) to heavily embellished numbers, even though the brand kept the silhouette “safe”, the style ante was amped up with its intricacy.

Valentino
A continuation from Resort 2018, creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli kept the sportluxe trend alive for its haute couture show with a dose of streetwear vibe injected into the looks. Knitted leggings were paired with pinted sheer dresses, and a tiered red mesh dress (One of our favourites, fyi) was paired with a tiny bralet and a high-waisted-brief-and-leggings combo. Also on our radar? The pleated maxi dress that gives off a hint of superhero flair.

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#BUROEats: 6 New cafes and restaurants in KL to visit for December 2020

05.12.2020
By Sanjeeva Suresh

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1. Agrain, Bangsar South

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Agrain’s offerings are the perfect example of high-quality, delicious-yet-convenient food that doesn’t jeopardise on taste. You’ll be pleased to find that all vegetables are freshly sourced from Cameron Highlands and their sauces are made in-house, from scratch. Diners will be relieved to know that Agrian’s ingredients are oven-baked with minimal oil involved. No deep-frying or pan frying takes place during the cooking process.

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Their standout dishes include the “Golden Triangle” (RM23.90; golden crusted white fish served with fragrant brown rice, miso-glazed tofu, finished with sprinkles of bonito flakes) and their vegetarian “Buddha Bowl” (RM16.90; fragrant brown rice served with roasted french beans, topped with sunflower seeds and green curry sauce). If you’re in need of a detox, the “Agrain kombucha” and “Celery Spinach” drinks are definitely worth a try!
Address: The Sphere, Unit 1-6, level 1, No 1, Avenue, 1, Bangsar South, 59200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 11am – 3:30pm, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Contact: 012 680 5950FacebookInstagram

2. Rollney

Photo: Rollney
Self-proclaimed as Malaysia’s number one original chimney cake with the finest Kürtőskalács (a spit cake that has Hungarian roots) in town, Rollney is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth this holiday season.

Photo: Rollney
Have a Merry berry Christmas with Rollney’s Santa-inspired soft serve strawberry ice cream that is set to curb your holiday sweet tooth cravings. Delightfully rich, indulgent and a festive feast for the eyes are just some of the terms one would use to describe these delightful treats.
Address: MyTown Shopping Centre,Sunway Pyramid Mall
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm
Contact: 016 701 0814FacebookInstagram

3. G-String KL

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A Malaysian speakeasy has never been quite so sexy. It’s all in the name—G-String KL is the ideal place to unwind after a busy week with a picturesque neon atmosphere and delicious gin- and vodka-based cocktails.

Photo: G-String KL
Shed away the stress and unleash your inhibitions with some risqué playful potions including the Bubbles & Panties (RM32; vodka with a refreshing twist of lychee and grapefruit) and the Cum On My Lace (RM24; fresh fuchuk stuffed with fish paste, and finished with béchamel). Don’t judge it before you try it—you may be surprised.
Address: 147, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 4:00pm – 12:00am
Contact: 010 270 3233 | [email protected]FacebookInstagram

4.  Modern Vintage Lifestyle Café

Photo: Modern Vintage Lifestyle Cafe
Just a minute’s walk from Petaling Street, this café serves everything: from coffee to gourmet burgers, gelato, waffles, cocktails and hearty breakfast fares. Their signatures include a house specialty “not-so-ordinary” factory-made burger. The patties and pink bunds are freshly handmade by local artisans with no preservatives and colourings. For a vegan-friendly option, tuck in to their delectable portobello mushrooms.

Photo: Modern Vintage Lifestyle Cafe
Not to mention the set-up is every Instagrammer’s dream. The late ’80s backdrop, vintage wooden furnishings, white tiled flooring and neon lights will make the perfect IG story.

Photo: Modern Vintage Lifestyle Cafe
Address: 34, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, SelangorOpening Hours:
Daily, except Fri & Sat: 11am – 8pm
Fri & Sat: 10.30am – 8.30pm
Contact: 018 572 0762FacebookInstagram
5) Lua x Acme Bar Coffee

This Fuss free and family friendly pop-up brings together a relaxed atmosphere, good food and great prices. You’ll find a wide selection of Asian and Western dishes all made from fresh ingredients. The selection of homemade baked cakes and some of the best-priced cold beers on tap also provides an ideal hangout brunch spot.
The best part about it is you don’t have to make reservations. Just walk-in!
Address: G1 The Troika Persiaran Kuala Lumpur City Centre 50450 KL
Opening Hours: 12–11pm
Contact: 03-2162 2288Facebook | Instagram
6) Wú Coffee Gallery, Kota Damansara

If you’re someone who enjoys café hopping, Wú Coffee in Kota Damansara is probably one of the most aesthetically pleasing spots in town. It is the antithesis of bright lights and luscious cousins. Instead you’ll find a minimalist, almost Scandinavian take on décor.

Crafted by the founders of Kota Damansara’s Mobius Academy of arts and design, the space is full of grey concrete and raw, exposed brick walls juxtaposed with luscious green potted plants. Oh and the iced brews aren’t bad either.
Address: 38-2, Jalan PJU 5/11 Dataran Sunway, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening Hours: 10am–6pm
Contact: 03-6143 6682FacebookInstagram

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The best new fragrances and scented candles on our perfume shelf this month

03.09.2020
By Wei Yeen Loh

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From Chanel’s upgraded Coco Mademoiselle to Louis Vuitton’s charming new men’s fragrance, these new scents are worth scoring if you’re looking to elevate your beauty routine—or if you’re just feeling boujee:
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle L’Eau Privée

Notes: Sparkling orange, a floral accord of jasmine absolute and rose petals, white musk.
Perfect for: An indulgent evening in—a spritz on your negligée, silk sheets, or your skin would do the trick.
Chanel‘s Coco Mademoiselle gets a new iteration for a night out—or in, if that appeals to you. Master Perfumer Olivier Polge toned the woody notes down in the L’Eau Privée for an oriental touch, giving the fragrance a sensuous, enigmatic trail. The revamped bottle is luxe personified, with frosted glass and gold lettering that will make a statement on any vanity.
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle L’Eau Privée (RM515 – 100ml) is now available at Chanel Beauty boutiques
Jo Malone London Lost In Wonder

Notes: Verdant fig leaf, fresh lotus flowers and an earthy base of vetiver in Fig & Lotus Flower; while Cypress & Grapevine has resinous cypress, a blend of cedarwood and vetiver, and moss for a warm, evergreen fragrance.
Perfect for: Those who love fresh, green/floral scents reminiscent of a walk in the woods—an invigorating combination when paired.
Whether you’re huge on florals or generally incline towards woody fragrances (especially if vetiver is what you look out for), Jo Malone London’s Lost In Wonder is one to score for its aromatic character. Find out how you can best wear this collection from the brand’s VP of Global Education here.
Jo Malone London Lost In Wonder is now available at Jo Malone London boutiques
Louis Vuitton Météore

Notes: A zesty range of citruses including Sicilian mandarin, Calabrian bergamot, middle notes of Tunisian neroli and spicy peppers (Guatemalan cardamom and Indonesian nutmeg) and Java vetiver for an ambery finish.
Made for: A getaway scent that could very well be your new signature, especially if you’re keen on masculine fragrances that come with an unconventional twist (read: the citrus opening will blow you away).
You can trust that Louis Vuitton’s fragrances will always pack a punch—and the new Météore is no different. “Here, freshness is not only a starting point, it becomes a major vector, a backbone around which all the other elements orchestrate and interlace,” says Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud.
Louis Vuitton Météore (RM1,150 – 100ml) is now available at Louis Vuitton boutiques
Gucci A Chant for the Nymph

Notes: A unique floral blend of frangipani, ylang ylang, and Tahitian gardenia (tiaré flower) along with soft vanilla.
Made for: This is an Oriental floral lover’s dream housed in a stunning flacon—A Chant for the Nymph is a sweet floral addition to Gucci’s Haute Perfumery line. We’re already envisioning a tropical vacay with this one.
Blended by Master Perfumer Alberto Morillas, Gucci’s A Chant for the Nymph is customisable and can be layered with the perfumed oils and scented waters within the same collection, especially if you’re looking for a unique sillage that’s personalised.
Gucci A Chant for the Nymph (RM1,469 – 100ml) is now available at Gucci Beauty KLCC store
Diptyque City Candles

Collection details: Diptyque’s celebrated City Candle collection will be making its way to Kuala Lumpur this month and we’re more than excited. Usually sold in their respective cities (for a limited time), the full collection—comprising Berlin, Beverly Hills, Hong Kong, London, Miami, New York, Paris, Shanghai and Tokyo—will be available in Diptyque’s Pavilion store for 10 days only. Our favourites? Tokyo for a soothing blend of incense and cypress and Paris‘ chypre accords with a hint of lavender.
Perfect for: Anyone and everyone—you don’t really need a reason to spruce up your abode with these stunners. The best part? You don’t even need to travel to any of the nine cities to score them.
Diptyque City Candle Collection will be available from 17–27 September at Diptyque Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
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9 Nail trends for the minimalist at heart
See it, love it, pin it

15.01.2017
By Terry Saw

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When it comes to nail trends this year, ‘everything goes’ seems to be what’s high on the style radar. Literally everything from bold textures to loud finishes, bright orange hues, pops of colour blocking, diamonds, studs and really anything short of the kitchen sink seems to be taking its turn on the trends wheel.
And that’s all good and well, unless you’re coming from the other end of the style spectrum. Minimalists at heart need not retreat into your shells; there is less-is-so-much-more movement happening when it comes to statement digits. Case in point: our favourite attention-commanding versions as seen on Pinterest, which are all the drama, minus the fuss or loudness – enjoy!

Two-tone Half Moon

Metallic Half Moon

Metallic Cuticles

Abstract Squiggles

Grown-up Colour Block

Graphic Lines

Glitter Cuticles

Gilded Sides

Broken Glass

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5 Cool co-working spaces in KL you’ll want to work in
A sense of community

10.11.2017
By Rachel Au

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Without realising it, co-working spaces have mushroomed enough in KL to be called a growing trend among Malaysians. 2017 alone has launched more new spaces than in the previous year and some of these said new spaces are backed by some familiar power players in the country; which goes to show entrepreneurs and businessmen are seeing the potential of investing in co-working spaces in Malaysia.
It is possibly the way to work for the current and future generation, and it’s not a backless claim since studies have shown employees thrive at least a point higher than the average employee working in a traditional office. Care to give it a go? Read on for five of the coolest co-working spaces that opened up in KL this year.
*There are many plans and packages offered by each of these co-working space. As a rough guide, we will only feature the pricing for Hot Desk.

1. Colony
The brainchild of Timothy Tiah and his wife Audrey Ooi which exceeded breakeven figures by the third month of operations (“a decent profit”) is a success story worth following—though Tiah is humble about his restart in this new field of business. Colony was only launched in late July 2017 but a quick glimpse of the space is inviting enough, if not more, and we don’t just mean the aesthetics.
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Facilities: Rooftop gym, swimming pool, cafe served by Bold Grains and Espresso Lab, nap area, massage room (extra charges apply)
Pricing: Starts from RM386 a month for Open Hotdesk
Address: 6 Jalan Kia Peng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur (between KLCC and Pavilion)
Contact/WhatsApp: 018 213 8086
Email: [email protected]
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Common Ground
Launched in March 2017, Common Ground is a shared vision by its founders to support the entrepreneurial community. One of these founders being Roen Cian, an established entrepreneur himself. Deemed as one of the largest co-working spaces in Malaysia at 17,000 square feet, it reached full occupancy within four months of its opening. Beyond merely providing a nice-looking space to work in, the idea was to create the right mix of community and lifestyle. It is also about building relationships. Common Ground most certainly has found a good formula as with their success, they already have expansion plans not just within Malaysia but around Southeast Asia as well.
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Facilities: Cafe, gym membership, printing facilities, accounting and legal advice, weekly events
Pricing: RM499 per month for Hot Desk
Address: Wisma UOA Damansara II, Wisma Mont Kiara
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Komune
Having over 15 partners, which includes UOA Group, MDEC, Go Car, supahands and Uber, Komune is certainly a literal embodiment of the derivation of its name—the word ‘community’. Here, the aesthetics of its 18,000 square feet space is everything Pinterest-worthy: Soft pastel tones and nature-inspired accents. All designed to promote productivity and invoke a sense of peace and tranquillity. But that’s not the only thing that sets Komune apart from the others as they offer k$ (K dollar), a form of currency that is essentially credit allocation that comes with monthly membership plans. Members will be able to use them for a wide range of services and amenities such as booking Event Space, Locker Rental, and even cafe purchases.
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Facilities: Lockers, games room, community events, printing and scanning facilities, partner discounts and benefits, cafe served by botanica deli
Pricing: RM490 per month for Hot Desk
Address: Level 6, UOA Corporate Tower, Lobby B, Avenue 10, The Vertical, No.8 Jalan Kerinchi, Bangsar South City
Contact: 016 651 4128

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CO3 Social Office
You know how a few years ago people talked about how some traditional offices are not so traditional? Kind of like most Google offices? CO3 Social Office is built with that element of fun— they have a slide. Of course, it’s not all games as the idea is to offer a hip communal living space where people can become good friends, form networks and share ideas freely. There are plans to open four more offices next year.
Fun fact: Taiwanese/Bruneian artist Wu Zun is one of the eight founders.
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Facilities: Sleeping pod, arcade room, library, sun corner, honor system, 24/7 access, talent development programmes and events
Pricing: RM600 per month for Hot Desk
Address: 2-3, Jalan Merbah 1, Bandar Puchong Jaya
Contact: 016 228 5030

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Worq
Funded by Cradle, SMG and 500 Startups, Worq gained 95 percent occupancy by the time of their official launch. As most co-working spaces tend to skew towards the tech industry, Worq wanted theirs to appeal to the mass as a whole and it worked out. They now have members from various industries in various sizes and maturity who could all share business advice and provide support.
Fun fact: Britain’s Prince Charles recently paid them a visit to have a closer look at how entrepreneurship and development of startups were being cultivated in KL.
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Facilities: Sleeping pod, massage chairs, cafe, community events, games room, shower room, mini gym, 24/7 access

Pricing: RM300 per month for Hot Desk

Address: Glo Damansara

Contact: 010 900 6704

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LFW SS16: Jonathan Saunders

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LFW SS16: Jonathan Saunders
Easy breezy

20.09.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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The few starting looks of Jonathan Saunders S/S’16 spotted similar geometric, psychedelic prints from his previous A/W’15 collection, but the entirety of it had major elements of bright colour-block and leaf printed paneling while offering effortless wearability.
Predominant colours from the collection were bright red and yellow, although most of it had dizzying variations of colour combos that actually did work—a jade green kimono jacket with orange trimmings in particular that we thought was exquisite. Silhouettes were kept sensible yet modern: kimono jackets and dresses, slip dresses with asymmetrical hemlines, skirts with multiple slits, and a few one-shouldered options.
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7 Places to go for the best ‘chapati’ in Klang Valley

23.10.2019
By Zoe Yang

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Big Singh Chapati @ SS15, Subang Jaya and TTDI

Big Singh Chapati has been drawing in the crowds with its various roti, naan as well as light and fluffy chapati that are made to order. Not to mention, patrons also rave about its curries and signature dish—tandoori chicken. Price can be a tad bit high though.
Address:
41, Jalan SS 15/5a, SS 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
6, Jalan Datuk Sulaiman, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am – 11pm daily (both outlets)
Contact: 016 224 7129 (Subang Jaya) / 03 3132 8129 (TTDI)
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Desi Chapatti Restaurant @ Sentul, KL

If you’re looking for good food at a reasonable price then this is just the place for you. This authentic Punjabi restaurant is known for its soft and fluffy chapati. It’s recommended that you try the restaurant’s sardine sambal with its signature chapati. For sides, you can order the house special, juicy and flavourful tandoori chicken.
Address: 20, Jalan Haji Salleh, Sentul, 51100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am – 10pm daily
Contact: 017 248 7611
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Santa Chapati @ Jalan Tun H S Lee, KL

Since its establishment 24 years ago, this restaurant does not fall short on praises at all with many locals visiting them to savour its freshly made chapati. While there, you should also check out the signature dishes such as mutton keema and mutton curry. Not only are they known for dishing out one of the best chapatis in town, they’re also praised for good customer service and inexpensive quality meal.
Address: No. 11, Jalan Tun H S Lee, Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Opening hours:
Monday – Friday: 6.30am – 6.30pm
Saturday: 6.30am – 3pm
Contact: 019 269 9771
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Sentral Chappati House @ Brickfields, KL

Having opened for 17 years now, it’s not surprising to hear of one individual who made his way to the shop after the aroma of freshly made chapati caught his attention. He followed the trail, tried it and loved it ever since. Pro tip – dip the fragrant chapati into the dhal gravy for a satisfying bite. This place is also great for vegetarians.
Address: 45, Jalan Thambipillay, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 7am – 10pm daily
Contact: 03 2260 4210
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Tasty Chapathi Restaurant KL @ Jalan Ipoh, KL; Bukit Damansara and PJ

This North Indian restaurant has long-existed since 2010 and is known for serving up healthy and tasty food. Almost everything is made from scratch here including its unique chaats (Indian street snack). Order the soft chapati with paneer butter masala for a heavenly combination (to die for!). Not to be missed are the finger-licking curries that you can soak up with the chapati.
Address:
KL: Viva Residency, Jalan Suppiah Pillay, Jalan Ipoh, 51200 Kuala Lumpur
Bukit Damansara: No. 27-G & M, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Plaza Damansara, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
PJ: Unit C-13A-1 & C-15-01 Phase 3 Dataran 3 Two Square, Jalan 19/1, Seksyen 19, 46300 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 11am – 11pm daily (all outlets)
Contact: 03 4043 2636 (Jalan Ipoh, KL) / 03 7611 9300 (PJ)
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Tiger Jit Singh Chapati @ Pudu, KL

Each chapati is freshly made to order at this unassuming place. For a good chapati meal, there is a delectable spread of side dishes to choose from. The signatures include mutton curry, fried bitter gourd, stuffed bitter gourd, and sardine curry. On a side note, parking can be a hassle during lunch hour.
Address: 16, Jalan San Peng, Pudu, 55200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours:
Monday – Saturday: 7am – 6pm
Contact: 019 306 8544
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Singh Chapati House Sdn Bhd @ Brickfields, KL

Locals enjoy visiting this restaurant to satiate their hunger with the eatery’s delicious chapati. Customers usually have their chapati with the mouth-watering palak paneer and creamy, aromatic butter chicken. Don’t miss out on this place if you’re looking for a homely meal!
Address: 55, Jalan Thambipillay, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 8am – 11.30pm daily
Contact: 012 298 5118
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Cannes Film Festival 2023: Spectacular red carpet looks we can’t get enough of
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24.05.2023
By Benedict Unang

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From May 16 to May 27, all eyes are set on France as the Cannes Film Festival returns to the Palace of Festivals and Congresses of Cannes for its 76th edition. The red carpet rolled out earlier this week for the screening of Maiwenn’s Jeanne du Barry, and the A-listers did not disappoint, serving us a plethora of fabulous outfits.
Among those who caught our eye were Elle Fanning, who graced the red carpet in an Alexander McQueen pale pink tulle orchid gown with a silver bugle bead top, and Brie Larson, who channelled classic Hollywood glamour in a beaded gold Chanel gown. Catherine Zeta-Jones came in hot in her crimson Elie Saab gown, while Pom Klementieff stole the show in a Versace number in Dark Orchid purple with a leg slit opening for a hint of sensuality.
Elsewhere, Saint Laurent dominated the red carpet as Blackpink’s Rose—the House’s muse—arrived stylishly in a chic black high-neck gown, while supermodel Park Soo Joo was spotted in a dazzling sleeveless round-neck dress. The French label also dressed Anja Rubik and Iris Law in classic pieces from the AW23 collection. Not to be missed is EGOT winner Viola Davis, who showed up in a white Valentino gown topped off by a feathered coat.
At the premiere of the film May December, Natalie Portman was dressed to the nines in a sparkling strapless ‘Junon’ dress by Dior while Charles Melton showed up in a white double-breasted suit by Giorgio Armani. Meanwhile, Michelle Yeoh stunned in a green taffeta Balenciaga gown before accepting the Kering’s ‘Women in Motion’ Award in the Spanish fashion house’s strapless black column dress and long evening gloves.
Other outfits that had the internet buzzing were Aishwarya Rai’s sculptural masterpiece by Sophie Couture and, of course, Dua Lipa, who made her Cannes debut in a satin one-shoulder Celine gown with her new boyfriend, Romain Gavras.
Find more of our favourite picks from this year’s prestigious film festival below:

Aishwarya Rai in Sophie Couture
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Natalie Portman in Dior, Charles Melton in Giorgio Armani
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Jennie Kim in Chanel
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Karlie Kloss in Dior
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Iris Mittenaere in Tony Ward Couture
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Gigi Hadid in Zac Posen
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Romain Gavras and Dua Lipa in Celine
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Michelle Yeoh in Balenciaga
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Michelle Yeoh in Balenciaga
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Leonie Hanne in Valentino
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Aja Naomi King in Gaurav Gupta
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Troye Sivan in Valentino
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Gong Jun in Jason Wu
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Jennifer Lawrence in Dior
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Rosie Huntington-Whiteley in Valentino
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Elle Fanning in Alexander McQueen
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Brie Larson in Chanel
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Catherine Zeta-Jones in Elie Saab
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Pom Klementieff in Versace
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Rosé of Blackpink in Saint Laurent
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Soo Joo Park in Saint Laurent
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Anja Rubik in Saint Laurent
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Iris Law in Saint Laurent
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Viola Davis in Valentino
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Gemma Chan in Louis Vuitton
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Alessandra Ambrosio in Elie Saab
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Naomi Campbell in Celine
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Uma Thurman in Dior
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Razane Jammal in Dior
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Fan Bingbing in Christopher Bu
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Buro’s City Guide to Bali: The #BuroGetaway edition
Come away with us

04.06.2017
By Rachel Au

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Some called it the Island of Gods, some, Island of Peace, and some, Island of Love. Above all, Bali is known as a tropical paradise rich in culture, spirituality, natural landscapes of blue and green, food, shopping and island resorts. There is something for everyone: the adventurous; the beach bum; the foodie; the shopaholic; the kind of traveller who either wants to visit every cultural and tourist site or just laze around; the old; the young; the couple—you name it.

One thing that most visitors can agree, however, is the unfailing hospitality of the Balinese people who are ever so willing and patient to help and welcome you. It didn’t take much to convince us that our #BuroGetaway (upgraded from last year’s #BuroRoadTrip) should whisk us to Bali. After enjoying a slice of paradise for 4D3N, we’re back with a full account of some of the best places to consider for accommodation, where to eat and shop, what to do, and so much more. You can also watch the highlights of our trip in the video above which we shot with the handy Nikon D5600.

WHERE TO STAY
Luxurious island resorts are aplenty in Bali but for a party of eight, we opted for the villa life. Using HomeAway Asia, a social e-marketplace for vacation home rentals, we found Villa Theo with its five air-conditioned en suite bedrooms, a 20-meter swimming pool and a dedicated staff for all our needs. We loved the peace and privacy of the property yet it wasn’t too far from the heart of Seminyak (it’s a ten-minute drive). You can check out our review here.

For smaller groups or if you prefer staying at a hotel, there’s Katamama located at the heart of the beach and next to Potato Head. It’s a gorgeous boutique hotel where almost every detail has been personally designed and customised. The W Bali Seminyak and Alila Seminyak are also grand choices, though the former takes a more colourful approach to its elements while the latter, a minimalistic style. Although we didn’t stay there, we spent two wonderful evenings at their respective bars—Woobar and Beach Bar—enjoying cocktails and watching the sunset.

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WHERE TO EAT
When it comes to food, there are endless things to eat and places to try while in Bali. For modern Indonesian dishes with a twist, we tried Sangsaka on our first night. Set within the Seminyak-Kerobokan neighbourhood, the ambiance was intimate and the dishes were both playful and tasteful.

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On the opposite side of the spectrum was Bikini Restaurant. Everything about it was Instagram-worthy and each dish presented (order the “Feed Me” option where the chef will surprise you with the dishes) intrigued and amazed.

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For brunch (or even lunch), there’s no better place than Sisterfields (which incidentally is under the same management as Bikini Restaurant). The Brioche french toast (and its accompanying matcha custard, banana and yoghurt sorbet, banana crumble and Canadian maple syrup) was perfection. The Acai berry bowl was refreshing. Coffee is amazing. Also, please order the polenta fries sprinkled with parmesan and truffle aioli sauce on the side.

If no trip to Bali is complete without eating babi guling, then head straight to Ibu Oka. Another worthy place to check out that has been popular on Instagram is Mad Pops for its coconut based ice cream. Of course, if it’s not your first time to the island and you’ve tried almost every recommended place in town, we’ve whipped up a list of brand new eateries to check out here.

WHAT TO DO
The question is what can’t you do! It’s pretty common to check out the nightlife and go bar-hopping while in Bali but what about actually learning to make your own concoction? Katamama’s bar called Akademi offers exciting cocktail-making classes for the intrigued and our Deputy Editor Gwen has given an account of the session here.

Another colourful experience we had was at Tarum, a natural dye factory located in between Seminyak and Ubud. There, we learnt the process and participated in a natural dye workshop  where we ‘designed’ our own scarves. Read our review here.

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Adrenaline junkies, there are plenty of things catered to you as well. From bike tours around the Ubud rice fields to trekking up Mount Batur to learning how to surf, we’ve put together a list of adventurous activities for you here.

Make sure to spend a day (or two!) dedicated to rejuvenating your body and soul. We know there are a lot of spas in Bali so we went ahead and reviewed two: Away Spa and Spa Alila.

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WHERE TO SHOP
There are plenty of boutique shops along the main street of Seminyak that will tickle one’s fancy but it’s the homeware havens that really caught our eye (#interiorgoals). We particularly frequented Kim Soo, especially because the shop also has a cafe (with a wonderful cake selection)!

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If you have a keen eye for ceramics, journey a little further to Ubud where Gaya Ceramics is located. Custom-tailored and hand-thrown, the art of it is just breathtaking. For something shiny, Bali has throngs of places that offer exquisite Balinese jewellery.

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Detox o’clock: 3 ways to hit (beauty) refresh
New year, new skin

08.01.2016
By Terry Saw

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First things first, tell-tale signs that say it’s really time for a skin detox:

– You’re suddenly more prone to breakouts on the face.
– Puffiness, dark eye circles and a dull skin tone – the works, really.
– Makeup no longer glides smoothly onto the skin, let alone stays put!

Struggling with any one (or more – eep!) symptoms from the above? Simply block less than an hour (yes, that’s all you’ll need) from your schedule in the name of good skin – trust us, it’ll be one of the best things you do for yourself this year.
1. Practice deep cleansing

The experts say: “Careful and consistent facial cleansing is the first step to removing toxins and impurities accumulated in your skin.”
How to: After removing all traces of makeup, thoroughly cleanse the face using a natural cleansing agent that is free from chemical fragrances and preservatives. Spend a minute or so to really concentrate on the sides of the nose and chin, where congestion usually occurs. Cleanse twice a day.
Time required: Only a few short minutes daily!
Try: belif Creamy Cleansing Foam, RM99 for 160ml

2. Draw yourself a relaxing detox bath

The experts say: “A detox bath does more than cleanse your body; it also helps eliminate harmful toxins from the skin through the sweating process.”
How to: Fill the bath tub with hot water, infused with an aromatherapy bath gel. Then, add in one to three cups of Epsom salt – your body will directly absorb the magnesium, which aids to improve blood circulation and increase the disposal of toxins from your body.
Time required: 20 to 40 minutes every once or twice a week for best results.

3. Get into the lympathic massage routine

The experts say: “The lymphatic system is your body’s filtration system that absorbs fluid and waste, delivers nutrition and oxygen, and promotes the production of immune cells.
“As it does not function with a pump (unlike the heart), the lymph moves very slowly in the body. This movement also causes the lympathic system to get overwhelmed by an overload of toxins and waste over time, causing the fluid to be thick and sluggish. The lymph flow can be stimulated through lymphatic drainage massages, which stimulates lymph nodes where the lymph is filtered.”
How to: Large clusters of lymph nodes are found in armpit, behind the ears and behind the knees. Using gentle pressure, start by massaging the ears, neck and finally on the legs.
Time required: Two to three minutes daily on each part of the body.
Try: belif Delightful Leg Massage Cooling Gel, RM105 for 100ml. The soft and light texture of this leg massage cream (infused with peppermint and menthol ingredients) helps to both eliminate toxins and rejuvenate exhausted skin.
Detox results you can expect over time: All three solutions work towards getting your skin back to a normalised turn-over cycle, which means your body will eventually get the hang of things and work independently to remove excess of dead skin cells. Skin will look visibly refreshed, invigorated and well hydrated while the complexion becomes brighter and clearer – a glowing way to start the year if you ask us!

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