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The different forms of anxiety and how to cope with them, according to a psychologist

07.10.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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Being constantly bombarded with news of Covid-19 cases, ever-changing SOPs, and a variety of other sociopolitical issues in a post-pandemic, social media savvy era all amount to increased risks of mental health issues. While depression is one of the most common mental illnesses that has spiked in recent years, anxiety disorders are of equal concern—affecting how individuals respond to different stressful situations in life.
To learn more about anxiety and how to cope with it, we speak to Shireen Olikh, a licensed clinical psychologist, former beauty queen, mental health advocate, and founder of Illuminated Therapy—a global teletherapy company based in Kuala Lumpur.

Shireen Olikh, licensed clinical psychologist and founder of The Illuminated Psychologist

BURO: In psychological terms, what is anxiety?
Anxiety refers to racing thoughts about fears and worries, that are commonly associated with muscle tension, and avoidance behaviour. Simply put, anxiety is basically the anticipation of a future concern, that leaves you feeling terrible.
BURO: How prevalent is anxiety today, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic hit?
According to the World Health Organisation (as of 2021), 3.6 per cent—approximately 264 million individuals worldwide—have an anxiety disorder. We need to take this seriously because essentially this invisible illness is taking over the world.

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BURO: What are the major forms of anxiety and what are the symptoms to look out for?
The major forms of anxiety that I normally treat clients for would be:

Generalised anxiety disorder

This is when a person experiences excessive worry about their abilities to carry out daily tasks. The worries may include job responsibilities, personal health, family matters, car maintenance, or appointments. The main symptoms to look out for would be:

restlessness

irritability

feeling tired easily

difficulty concentrating

body aches

sleeping troubles

The next time someone is snappy with you, before you jump to the conclusion that they’re a complete jerk, maybe take some time to factor in that they might just have anxiety.

Panic disorder

What sets this apart is the recurrent panic attacks that cause an overwhelming amount of psychological and physical distress. Symptoms of a panic attack can get so severe that people experiencing it may think they’re having a heart attack. Why do panic attacks occur? It could be due to encountering a feared event, but it may also occur for no apparent reason. The symptoms consist of:

chest pain

feeling dizzy

rapid heart rate

shortness of breath

hot or cold flashes

numbness or tingling

Social anxiety disorder

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A person experiencing this would have significant worries about being embarrassed, humiliated, or rejected in social interactions. Think along the lines of an extreme fear of public speaking, meeting new people, or dining out in public. Generally people with social anxiety disorder try to avoid social situations, or if they have to engage in them, they endure it with great levels of anxiety. Symptoms are similar to those mentioned above:

racing heart

muscle tension

nausea

dizziness

replaying social interactions after they have happened*

intense fear of embarrassing oneself*

avoiding social interactions*

*major symptoms

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

OCD tends to develop in more severe cases of anxiety. It revolves around a person having obsessive thoughts and engaging in compulsive behaviours to reduce the level of anxiety that the person is experiencing. It isn’t just about nail biting—think more along the lines of washing your hands seven times, or even viewing certain colours as “good” or “bad”. A key distinction is that these obsessive thoughts, and compulsive behaviours, tend to interfere with your life—work, social life, or other areas. Symptoms include:

persistent checking (i.e., locks, light switches, oven)

contamination fears (i.e., feeling the need to continuously clean due to an intense fear that things are dirty)

hyper-focused on things being lined up a certain way

BURO: How are anxiety disorders different from feelings of stress, nervousness, anxiousness, worry, or fear?
It’s normal for us to experience stress, nervousness, anxiousness, worry or fear at any point in our lives. After all, we are humans, and haven’t quite reached the level of Siri and Alexa in terms of interacting with others without being affected ourselves. The key distinction is that for an anxiety disorder to be diagnosed, the symptoms must last for at least six months, and they cause a significant amount of difficulty in your ability to carry out daily tasks (i.e. school, work, home).

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BURO: What are the common triggers for anxiety?
If you asked me this prior to 2020, I would have had a different answer, but factoring in the pandemic, right now, just leaving the house is considered a common trigger for anxiety. I myself struggle to hold it together during grocery runs, and have to engage in at least one breathing technique and two different coping skills to keep my anxiety manageable. It makes me wonder if I—a licensed clinical psychologist—is struggling, how exactly is the rest of the population coping?
Apart from this, the main triggers are:

public speaking

changes in routine (think along the lines of starting a new job or having a baby—both of these can cause a drastic spike in stress and anxiety)

financial concerns

relationship issues

caffeine (remember: anxiety is all about racing thoughts paired with fears. When you throw in caffeine, you get an energy boost, but so does your anxiety)

BURO: Who is most likely to be affected by anxiety disorders? Any specific demographics in Malaysia?
Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health issues experienced worldwide, including Malaysia. Women are twice as likely to be affected by anxiety disorders than men, as this could be due to differences in brain chemistry and hormone fluctuations. Your risk of developing an anxiety disorder increases if you have substance abuse issues, experienced trauma, high stress levels, and family members with a mental health disorder.
Factoring in the pandemic, those with low socioeconomic status is associated with a greater risk of developing anxiety disorders. Please note, anxiety isn’t just an “adult issue”—it can affect those from age five to over 60 years old.
BURO: What are the treatments for anxiety?
There are options ranging from medication to psychotherapy (i.e. talk therapy). Medication would only be required in more severe cases. Looking at talk therapy, what you can expect is cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) which is the most effective form of psychotherapy for anxiety disorders. It’s a short-term treatment that focuses on teaching you coping skills to manage your symptoms and rewire core beliefs.
BURO: Is there a cure for anxiety, especially if the trigger(s) are gone/dealt with?
Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, and yes, they can be cured in the sense that a person experiencing distressing levels of anxiety may one day experience mild to normal levels of anxiety (remember: anxiety is an emotion. We can’t say that we will never experience anxiety because we can’t control our emotions—after all, they are automatic).
I’d like to highlight the following: anxiety disorders can only be cured if a person diagnosed with it consistently applies the coping skills learnt via therapy. The motto I pass on to my clients: nothing will change if you change nothing.
BURO: Do you have any tips for those who struggle with anxiety to cope with their symptoms?
Don’t give up. During 2020, my anxiety levels were so severe that I switched off my handphone for a month, and communicated with people only via emails. The thought of interacting with people terrified me, and I would have laughed if you told me that in less than a year, I would be running webinars and hosting mental health talks for up to 300 people.
This is what helped me challenge anxiety and keep it at bay, and I hope it helps you too. When you have a thought, get into the habit of asking yourself:

Do I have evidence for this? (The type that would uphold in court)
Is my thought based on facts, or feelings? (Feelings are not facts. Feelings make us feel that what we are experiencing is true, even though it’s simply a thought that doesn’t exist in the present moment)

Is my thought a worst-case scenario? (Any time you answer “yes” to this, use it as an immediate “anxiety cheat-sheet” question. Worst-case scenario thoughts = anxiety)

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Another technique is called the 3-3-3. It’s simple: name three things you can see, three things you can feel, and three things you can hear. This helps you to ground yourself in the present moment, instead of being swept away by anxious thoughts (I refer to these as the invisible monsters in the mind—for those experiencing anxiety, you know exactly what I mean).
BURO: What should family members/friends/caregivers be aware of when dealing with a loved one who struggles with anxiety?
Be patient with them. Please don’t tell them to “just think positively”—if they could do that, they already would be doing it. If you notice that your loved one is experiencing persistent fear and worry, it might be a good idea to get them a mental health screening. Think about it like this, you get a yearly physical health check-up, but when was the last time you got a mental health check-up? Mental health is just as important as physical health.

To empower you to prioritise your mental health, Shireen is offering a complimentary 30-minute virtual mental health screening for BURO readers throughout the month of October. To book an appointment, WhatsApp +60111 783 2645. Additionally, readers can use the code BURO21 to be entitled to 60 per cent off therapeutic services.
Alternatively, if you are in need of urgent mental help, do not hesitate to reach out to the following hotlines:

Malaysian Mental Health Association (MMHA)03 7782 5499
Talian Kasih Hotline 15999 (24 hours) / 019 261 5999
Think I Need Aid (TINA)018 988 8058

Read our mental health directory here for more resources on other mental health topics.

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BURO Beauty Stash: Shiseido’s latest additions to the ‘Vital Perfection’ range, the best of magic mushrooms and more beauty from this month

27.05.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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It’s that time of the month, again! BURO’s resident beauty experts are back, and we bring honest reviews of the latest beauty releases from this month. May was pretty heavy on the skincare launches (we blame MCO 3.0 for that, really).
From Shiseido’s latest additions to the Vital Perfection Range to La Prairie‘s new Pure Gold Radiance Cream (and a bonus haircare staple from Hair Rituel by Sisley), find out whether these products met our expectations ahead.
Shiseido
Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum, RM600

“You’ll be pleasantly surprised when you read into certain products and the ingredients that brands use. Shiseido’s latest Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Serum (and the Vital Perfection LiftDefine Radiance Face Mask), for example, features the power of watercress with a potent extract taken from its leaves and stems. I like it as a dish, but apparently, it’s prized for its powerful reparative properties too.
“According to its clinical results, users saw visible improvements such as a more lifted jawline, wrinkled smoothed out, and a more even skin tone. I’ve only used it for a week, and sure enough, my skin feels firmer and brighter. But what I really love about the serum is the recommended one-minute massage that goes with it. One pump of the serum is enough for both the face and neck—start from the neck, work your way towards the jawline and then the smile lines. This helps to boost circulation (and my mood) while improving the skin’s complexion too.
“If you have deep wrinkles and dark spots, and in need of a more targeted fix, the Intensive WrinkleSpot Treatment from the same range is your answer. With its breakthrough cream formula and pure retinol, you’ll be able to see results in just four weeks. In addition, because of retinol’s instability when exposed to light and oxygen, Shiseido created a special airtight container to ensure the product’s efficiency. Say goodbye to crow’s feet, smile lines and more.” — Rachel Au, Editor
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La Prairie
Pure Gold Radiance Cream, RM3,800

“The golden hour—that magical window of time just after sunrise and before the sun sets—casts a warm, soft and ethereal glow on the world. It’s this radiance that La Prairie seeks to imbue from within via the brand’s Pure Gold Diffusion System. With a name like it, you are right to expect the formulation to contain real gold. Upon applying the Pure Gold Radiance Cream, these shimmery gold particles impart instant radiance similar to what you’ll get from a highlighting product. On me (medium with warm undertones), it’s visible but not disco-ball obvious.
“The Pure Gold Radiance Cream also contains replenishing active ingredients which penetrate into the skin to revitalise, replenish and enrich over time. This last bit did scare me, as my skin is prone to breakouts. What convinced me to forge ahead was the luxuriously rich texture, which feels so soft on the skin and admittedly penetrates quickly. That and the beautiful packaging—solidly made as it’s meant to be refilled and reused. As a night cream, it helped to keep my skin from becoming dehydrated and dull. The plumping and radiance-boosting effects are more obvious on my mum, who uses it day and night.” —Adelina Tan, Deputy Editor
Origins
Limited-Edition Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom Soothing Treatment Lotion, RM268

“Sensitive skin—check! Red, flushed spots on my cheeks—check! These are exactly the conditions that apparently can be fixed by the Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Mega-Mushroom Soothing Treatment Lotion. Using fermented Chaga (a powerful anti-irritant), reishi (known as the “Mushroom of Immortality”), cordyceps, sea buckthorn and camelina oil; the treatment lotion is said to help calm and soothe the skin, boosting the moisture barrier, increasing hydration levels and building the skin’s resilience to external stress factors. With the current erratic weather, it has certainly helped reduce my skin’s redness. One swipe is all it takes for the skin to look and feel refreshed instantly. 10/10 would purchase again.
“Side note: This limited-edition packaging was created in celebration of the recent Earth Month, and while the carton is recyclable and made using FSC-certified paperboard, Origins took it one step further. The brand has pledged to donate US$1 to The Origins Green The Planet Fund for every sale of this treatment lotion. It also equates to one tree being planted and cared for by the brand’s partnership with One Tree Planted.” — Rachel Au, Editor
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Doctor Babor
Cleanformance Range

“While ‘clean’ skincare isn’t necessarily better, I’m all for it if the formulations are solid and the brand isn’t hamming it up for marketing. Babor’s Cleanformance line, under the Doctor Babor range, is free of animal ingredients and microplastics; its packaging is either recyclable or mostly made of recycled materials. These aside, what I really like is how the function of each ingredient is clearly listed on the box, in a font size that’s readable without squinting.
“The stars of Cleanformance are sustainably-sourced Canadian acer rubrum (red maple) bark extract, prebiotics and probiotics. The former is an antioxidant, while the latter two help with balancing and restoring the skin’s microbiome. Working in tandem, they’re supposed to be good for dehydrated and sensitive skin like mine.
“Overall, though most of the products contain plant-based fragrances, it’s a subdued (and not unpleasant) citrus scent that didn’t cause any skin redness. My favourite is the Clay Multi-Cleanser; I use it as a facial wash on days where I wear makeup, and as a mask—by applying a thicker layer—once a week. Another weekly ritual of mine is the Renewal Overnight Mask, which calms my skin when it’s feeling “tight” and gives it a subtle glow in the morning.
“I save the Moisture Glow Serum and Moisture Glow Cream for night use, as the texture is thicker than I’d like for daytime when I switch the air-con off. That said, both do absorb pretty quickly and get the job done.” —Adelina Tan, Deputy Editor
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Supergoop
Mineral Sheer Screen SPF30, RM155

“Before this, my experience with Supergoop’s highly-coveted product lineup was limited to their (Re)setting 100% Mineral Powder Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 35 PA+++. In light of this, I was super excited to try their latest launch: The Mineral Sheer Screen. Boasting SPF 30 PA+++, a 100 per cent mineral formula, and no white cast, this sunscreen is perfect for those who are unable to use chemical sunscreens (such as those who have had a history of skin cancer. As someone with fair to medium skin, white casts aren’t a major issue for me, but if you’re on the tanned to the deeper end of the skin tone scale, this is perfect.
“It has a super lightweight, serum-like texture, and a more pleasant scent than you’d find in other sunscreens. While it does take a long while to soak in, it does eventually soak in completely. I love that it has super skin-friendly ingredients like antioxidant-rich Bush Clover Extract and hydrating aloe leaf juice and squalane—it keeps my skin both happy and protected, which is a win for me!
“I use a little more than the recommended amount of sunscreen all over my face and neck as I prefer to feel protected. After application, it does also leave a slightly tacky residue to the touch, which I actually think makes it double as the perfect makeup base. If it isn’t a makeup day for me (which, in these times, it hardly is anymore), the grease factor is easily sorted with a dusting of the brand’s (Re)setting Mineral Powder.”—Redzhanna Jazmin, Beauty Writer
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Yehwadam
Myeonghan Miindo Ultimate Cream Set, RM442.90

“There’s TCM (traditional Chinese medicine), and then there’s traditional Korean medicine (also known as ‘hanbang’). Unlike some of the other Korean beauty brands in the market, Yehwadam prides itself for fully utilising the power of traditional ingredients; specially-selected herbs, plants and flowers. The Myeonghan Miindo range, in particular, features a unique multi-angle formula, harnessing the benefits of magnolia berry, goji berry and cornelian cherry, as well as Korean green tea. The result is a line of anti-ageing products to help brighten, protect and moisturise. The set comes with the Ultimate Cream and Ultimate Oil.
“I’d have to add that the packaging looks absolutely royal, with intricate details on the cover and the side of the jar. The moisturiser offers brightening, nourishing, moisturising and firming effects—all in one! The texture is rich and silky smooth, and yet it absorbs into the skin instantly. Formulated with a ceramide-like amino acid complex, the Ultimate Oil is meant to be the last step as it penetrates deep into the skin to replenish nutrients and moisture. So far, the beauty of Yehwadam’s products, for me, is how easy it is on the skin (no sticky feeling, after), and that’s a huge plus!” — Rachel Au, Editor
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Sisley
La Crème 230, RM360

“I would consider my hair care routine to be perfectly adequate. I shampoo thoroughly, I condition generously, and I occasionally throw in scalp scrub or deep conditioning session when I can remember to. All in all, I do what is necessary—nothing more, nothing less. Until recently, this has worked out perfectly for me and my hair’s needs… because I never heat style it.
“That said, it has come to my attention that I should be blow drying it after every wash, which I now do. Apparently, leaving your hair sopping wet while you wait for it to air dry is a bad idea. Wet hair is weaker and more prone to breakage—water causes the core of your hair follicle to swell, which puts pressure on the cuticle and eventually leads to damage and split ends over time.
“I would very much not like to ruin my hair, so my current hair routine involves a thorough towel dry and a diligent, root-focused blowdry post-shower (I prefer leaving my damp ends out to air dry naturally so I can maintain my wavy texture and avoid frizz). The issue is that my dryer only has one setting—hot, hot, hot! Enter: Sisley Hair Rituel’s latest launch—La Creme 230.
“La Crème 230 is a heat protectant/leave-in conditioner hybrid formulated to protect your lengths up to 230ºC (hence, the name), while nourishing and hydrating your hair for stronger tresses. The star of the formula, thermoactive technology, utilises two heat-activated ionic polymers, which work to fill cracks and ‘seal’ the hair shaft for shinier, healthier-looking hair. While I can’t tell you how effective it is on a molecular level, I can confirm that my hair feels amazing!”—Redzhanna Jazmin, Beauty Writer
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso meets pop art

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso meets pop art
Swivel and pop

07.12.2016
By Buro247

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In conjunction with the 85th anniversary of the Reverso by Jaeger-LeCoultre, a collaboration with Prince Hubertus zu Hohenlohe has yielded two new models of the legendary timepiece with pop art motifs decorating the reverse side of iconic swivel case.

This is not the first time watches by the Swiss Manufacture has served as a surface for the artistic creations of Prince Hubertus zu Hohenlohe. The artist, who is of noble descent and a Renaissance man in his own right—considering his titles as cosmopolitan, athlete, photographer, businessman, and pop singer—has previously designed two other models for the Jaeger-LeCoultre boutique in Vienna.

The latest creations in celebration of the momentous anniversary bear two distinct pop art motifs. The “Time for Shopping” motif adorns the back of a Reverso Classic Medium and clearly hopes to appeal to women, “Swivel the case and time doesn’t matter any more – it’s time for shopping,” says the artist.

The men’s Reverso Classic Large swivels to reveal a surprising “High Heels” motif.

“The Reverso is my absolute favourite watch! And I have always been a watch aficionado. This feeling that you can turn something over and just blank out the time is something I have always tried to do in life; but it is only very rarely possible. You know that you have got the correct time, but what you are looking at is a watch, a work of art, something special that helps you to avoid completely losing sight of your dreams and ideas. Having the opportunity to do something that involves both Jaeger-LeCoultre and my art really is a dream,” muses the prince.

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13 Spooky nail art inspos on this Freaky Friday
Nailing it!

13.10.2017
By Gwen Ong

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Friday the 13th is usually considered as an unlucky day in many beliefs. No thanks to many historical events that have said to occur around the 13th. In Biblical days, there were 13 apostles present during Jesus’ last supper before his Crucifixion and in the Middle Ages, King Philip IV of France arrested the Knights Templar on Friday, 13th October. Many other events have been recorded on this fateful day.

Naturally, the superstition grew. The fear of the number 13 is so real that there is even a name for the condition called ‘paraskavedekatriaphobia’. But if 13 don’t faze you, and you’re looking to embrace the darkness, we have scoured the Insta-verse for you on how to celebrate this Freaky Friday. Below are 13 nail art inspo to try on your digits – just in time for Halloween too!

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A post shared by MISS BETTY ROSE (@missbettyrose) on Oct 13, 2017 at 12:23am PDT

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A post shared by Brooke Wilen (fka Bad Joan) (@brookewilen) on Oct 3, 2017 at 11:03am PDT

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A post shared by Наталя (@natalia.gordashevska) on Oct 13, 2017 at 2:03am PDT

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A post shared by Beatriz (@beatrix4nails) on Oct 13, 2017 at 2:04am PDT

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A post shared by Dizaster Storey (@dizasterstorey) on Oct 12, 2017 at 11:03pm PDT

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A post shared by SO HOT RIGHT NAIL (@sohotrightnail) on Oct 12, 2017 at 2:28pm PDT

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A post shared by ItsBam

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A post shared by FNGR’D by Faith, Nail Services (@fngrdbyfaith) on Oct 13, 2017 at 12:01am PDT

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A post shared by atsuko (@atsuko_miya) on Oct 13, 2017 at 1:55am PDT

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A post shared by Angie Allred (@mrsallredforlife) on Oct 12, 2017 at 10:45pm PDT

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A post shared by Decembre Nail (@decembre.nail) on Oct 12, 2017 at 10:19pm PDT

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A post shared by Jennifer Jeff (@nailsby_jenjeff) on Oct 12, 2017 at 9:00pm PDT

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A post shared by NailzoneQS (@nailzoneqs) on Oct 13, 2017 at 3:04am PDT

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Watch the Prada AW16 show live

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Watch the Prada AW16 show live
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25.02.2016
By Buro247

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3 Handy face palettes for a perfectly-sculpted beauty look
Chiseled angles

27.10.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Gunning for a well-sculpted beauty look to hit all the parties this Halloween weekend? If you’re not planning to dress up (with crazy makeup looks in tow), try out these three face palettes that will give you the best facial angles you never knew you had.

Now you too can have what English singer and stage regular Jessie J is having—Make Up For Ever’s limited edition Artist Face Colors Trio Palette, featuring three of her favourite shades to create depth and dimension to your face. The palette consists of a warm, iridescent highlighter, a neutral sculpting powder and a pearly pink blush to complete your envy-inducing look.
Available at Make Up For Ever and Sephora.

Kat Von D has heard your prayers by releasing a revamped version of her Shade + Light Contour Palette, this time in velvety creme formulations. Satiate your love for sculpting with these six contour and highlight shades that will give you a foolproof, realistic look without leaving a greasy finish. The creme formula makes it blendable and suitable for both dry and oily skin types as well.
Available at Sephora.

Now you can customise a camera-ready glow for all occasions with Cover FX Perfect Highlighting Palette. We can’t get enough of these six cream and powder highlighters that leave a dewy, radiant glow with a silky finish. You can choose to use it separately or layer them together on your face and/or body for a head-turning glow—we love how all shades look stunning on different skin tones, whether you’re on fair or tan.
Available at Sephora.

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5 Malaysian Instabakers you should follow now
Feast your eyes on this

13.08.2015
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As if that’s not bad enough, we’ve compiled 5 local bakers whose Instagram feed will make you crave for cake every hour of the day. Even if you don’t have a sweet tooth, it is impossible to deny these bakers’ glorious creations.

1. Le Chouette Macaron
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Follow Wahdi Farhad, a baker trained in Paris and based in Subang, on his baking adventures. He is not only a great baker but he has a flair for design and art too. The adorable owl that represents his brand was hand drawn by Wahdi himself. Wahdi specialises in building gorgeous macaron towers, either on its own or as a cake topper. His creativity is apparent in all his cakes as he customises each cake to the occasion, from Hello Kitty to Minions, nothing is impossible to turn into a macaron for Wahdi.

2. Shaun Teo Creations
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Shaun Teo is a self-taught cake decorator based in Kuala Lumpur. His cakes are elegant, classy, and (we have to say) looks too pretty to eat! Shaun’s cakes usually come in soft pastel colors that suit every occasion. The floral theme that he uses to decorate his cakes makes each cake look like a perfectly assembled bouquet. Looking at his feed, it is amazing to think that he actually taught himself to decorate like this — this must be talent at its finest.

3. The Kitchen Guardian
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Formerly in the legal profession, Yani Othman has now dedicated her life to baking amazing cakes and pastries. Generous with her knowledge, Yani offers classes on her recipes and piping techniques to fellow bakers. Her Instagram feed chronicles her travels and life with kids, but the highlight is still her cakes. Her cakes and desserts may seem simple compared to the others on this list but it doesn’t make our mouth water any less.

4. The Ship Patisserie
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Jet from The Ship Patisserie plays around with the different ways to design a macaron. From quirky boobies macarons to the outright confusing siew mai macarons, Jet’s macarons are definitely a work of art in itself. The Ship Patisserie’s feed is definitely worth following just because each photo is meticulously prepared to match the beautiful macarons baked and designed by Jet himself.

5. Frost & Flourish
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Frost & Flourish, run by home-based baker Sophia Foo, delivers cakes to trendy cafes such ah The Good Batch and VCR. We love her Instagram feed because her creations look so decadent yet delightful that it’s hard to hold yourself back from attempting to lick your phone screen. Somehow, her chocolate/caramel drizzle on everything literally makes us drool. How can brown on brown look so good? Apparently, Sophia has mastered the art of that. To balance it out, her floral and fruit cakes are equally as beautiful and remind us of summer and happy days.

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08.04.2021
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FYI, Ramadan starts next week and—as it always does—it’s going to breeze by. Then, before you know it, you’ll find yourself scrambling for some last-minute beauty necessities, only to find that the cream-of-the-crop products have already been swiped. Well, we’re not going to let that happen to you this year.
Stay ahead of the crowd and chup the most important beauty must-have of them all: Lippies. Ahead, find the newest lipsticks that have (or are about to) hit the shelves:
Chanel Beauty
Rouge Coco Bloom, RM146

Why not end your day as vibrantly as you began—Chanel’s newest lippy, Rouge Coco Bloom, is a rich, long-wearing formula that plumps the pout unlike ever before—thanks to the exclusive patented formula by Chanel Research.
With just one swipe, micronised pigment within the formulation delivers gorgeous colour payoff while micro-droplets of oils latch onto the surface of the lips to give them incredible shine and moisture. The best bit? The ground-breaking new-generation lipstick lasts for up to eight hours, and there are twenty bold shades to choose from.
Available at all Chanel fragrance and beauty boutiques and counters, and through Chanel’s Home Delivery Service (contact 012 366 0072 for assistance).
YSL Beauté
Rouge Volupte Shine, RM150

The brand’s iconic Rouge Volupte Shine lipstick is getting another update, this time with the addition of the latest shade range, Burning Chilis. Just as the name would suggest, the new shade range is a spicy variety of brownish nudes, fiery brick oranges, and red-hot chilli reds, to suit any pout.
Choose any of the 8 colours and treat your lips to a rich sensorial experience that just won’t quit. Plus, the gold bullet packaging isn’t such an eyesore, either!
SHOP HERE
Gucci Beauty
Rouge De Beauté Brillant, RM145

Make up for the inevitable chapped lips you’ll be sporting all Ramadan long with a burst of glowing hydration—Gucci Beauty’s latest lippie, Rouge De Beauté Brillant, is a lip-care/lipstick hybrid that you won’t want to miss out on.
A vibrant veil of lip colour no longer has to come at the cost of chapped lips, thanks to the hyaluronic acid-rich and jojoba oil and Karité butter-infused formula. Keep your pout plumped and primed for up to 24 hours!
Available now at Gucci Beauty KLCC and Sogo South Key Mall from 15 April onwards.
MAC Cosmetics
Love Me Liquid Lip Colour, RM115

READ: Matte liquid lipsticks are *so* 2014—here are 6 new ways to use your old liquid lippies in 2021
Liquid lipstick gets a 2021 update with MAC’s latest Blackpink Lisa-approved line. Unlike the super-matte, drying formulas we’ve all come to know (and regret) from the 2010s, the Love Me Liquid Lip Colour has a satin finish that doesn’t compromise on hydration.
READ: Here’s how Blackpink’s Lisa landed her latest role as MAC Cosmetics’ Global Brand Ambassador
Infused with argan oil and shea butter, the lipstick intensely hydrates for all-day comfort (it lasts up to 12 hours!), yet remains full-coverage for maximum effect. Plus, it comes in 20 shades of reds, oranges, purples, peaches and pinks.
INSIDE TIP: Lisa’s favourites are E for Effortless—a mesmerising deep burgundy—and My Lips Are Insured—a gorgeous burnt orange.
SHOP HERE
Estée Lauder Cosmetics
Pure Color Envy Sculpting Lipstick, RM130

This cult-favourite lippy needs no introduction—offering medium to full coverage, a pigmented cream finish, and 8 hours of long-wearing hydration, there’s not much else to say.
Now, while the lipstick formula itself isn’t new, Estée Lauder’s Pure Color Envy Sculpting Lipstick does have a few new festive shades for the upcoming Raya season. Our particular favourite? Pink Berry: A beautiful, pink-toned nude that is equal parts stunning and versatile.
SHOP HERE
We’ll update this list as more releases come out!
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Art + Design
Building Images – An exhibition that architecture lovers should see
Annual showcase

25.01.2017
By Gwen Ong

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If buildings can talk, they would have a rich story to tell. From palaces of the forgotten era to the skyscrapers of the new world, each structure stands with a poetic significance. Hence, architectural photography can convey some of its finest moments – curves, edges, quirks and all, as presented at ‘Building Images’, which features winning entries from the 2016’s Arcaid Images Architectural Photography Awards.
The awards celebrates the importance of photography in the way we experience and connect with spaces. Divided into four categories, we get to view some of the most beautiful perspectives from artists who “translate the sophistication of architecture into a readable and understandable two dimensions, to explain and extol the character, detail and environment of the project.”
From exterior to interior, ‘Building Images’ encapsulates some of the most stunning architectural shots from specialist photographers. Last year’s winning entry (pictured above) at the awards is taken by British photographer, Matt Emmett featuring a brick reservoir in London’s Finsbury Park that was designed by the East London Waterworks Company in 1868. His image will be on display along with a selection of other shortlisted entries.
The ‘Building Images’ exhibition will open its doors at Sto Werkstatt in London from 10 February to 31 March 2017. A series of talks and seminars will also be held to understand the medium of photography in architecture. If you’re in town during this period, do drop by to check it out.

Sto Werkstatt is located at 7-9 Woodbridge Street, Clerkenwell, EC1R 0LL London.

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Sulwhasoo’s Best-selling Serum Raises Its Game
That's 80 beauty awards and counting

20.05.2015
By Terry Saw

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The one thing so many Korean women have in common – and I’m talking purely skin health here – is that glowing 8-hour-sleep radiance (we’re looking at you Jeong Yu-Mi). In a country where good skin is practically every woman’s birthright and looking after your skin is as important as good manners instilled in children from an early age, it’s no wonder Sulwhasoo’s First Care Activating Serum remains ahead of the beauty game since its first release in 1997. This year, the luxe formula is upgraded with even more skin-loving benefits and here’s what you need to know:
The JAUM Balancing Complex, a formula unique to Sulwhasoo in enhancing skin’s radiance using five star ingredients – Peony, Rehmannia, Sacred lotus, Solomon’s seal and the White Lily – is now super-charged with its all-new PREXtract Process technology. In short, this partnership fully unlocks the goodness of the ingredients so what you’re really getting from this ultra-hydrating essence is a burst of antioxidants coupled with significant improvements in skin regeneration, clarity and elasticity. And we don’t know about you, but if millions of Asian women the world over can agree on one thing, making this product No.1 for the past 18 years – we’re listening.
First Care Activating Serum EX, RM280, is available now at all Sulwhasoo Parkson outlets at Pavilion KL, KLCC, One Utama and Gurney Plaza Penang. Click here for more information.

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Get acquainted with the OG of Puma’s legacy
#ForAllTime

12.11.2017
By Buro247

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What started as a rift between brothers produced two of the greatest shoe brands in the modern world. After a falling out with younger brother Adi Dassler, who went on to launch—yup, you’ve guessed it—Adidas, Rudolf Dassler started Puma in 1948.
This month, the trill of a joint celebration will ring through the halls of Puma, marking a tribute to its founder, in conjunction with the 50th birthday of one of its most iconic styles, the ‘Suede’. During its launch, the ‘Suede’ completely changed the canvas-and-leather sneaker scene with its surprising finesse. Timeless design, a classic Formstrip and grippy sole has rendered it a street legend #ForAllTime.
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You’re looking at the Rudolf Dassler Suede. Black laces on black suede are accompanied by cream accents and a textured outsole. Subtle but significant, the corner of the heel bears a cat crawling through the letter “D”—Puma’s earliest rendition of its logo—making this a collector’s must-have.
These special edition kicks come packaged in a Suede 50 shoebox with metallic gold details and branding. Get your hands on a pair at Puma KLCC, Pavilion, Sunway Pyramid and The Gardens.

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Watch the Moschino AW21 livestream here

25.02.2021
By Joan Kong

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Instead of a digital runway, a slew of brands have opted to present their Autumn/Winter 2021 collection via a fashion film format, and Moschino is one of them. Titled Jungle Red, the film takes on the concept of—according to the show notes—”a show within a show within a show within a show”. We’ve yet to know what’s coming, but one thing we can all expect, is that creative director Jeremy Scott will have no problems bringing the quirk and the fun.
Stay tuned and watch the Moschino AW21 film at 10pm tonight:

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When fruits and veggies get smokin’ hot

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When fruits and veggies get smokin’ hot
Visual delicacy

07.01.2016
By Buro247

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“The modern world has separated us from the origins and uses of fruits and vegetables; we know them only for the flavours and textures they provide,” Poland-born artist Maciek Jasik explained of his series of mystical photographs. “Until only very recently, each held its own mystique, mythology, symbolism and connection to the culture and afterlife.”

Thus it’s no surprise that Jasik’s series seems to shine a rather magical, otherworldly light on these fresh foods. His series shows various fruits and vegetables oozing coloured smoke, creating surreal and hypnotic images. The series, Jasik said, aims to reintroduce their mystical, invisible qualities that have been forgotten.

Read more on Juxtapoz and check out Jasik’s work here.

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Buro 24/7 Malaysia Playlist #55: Ready to race
Flag off

27.09.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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In the lead-up to this Sunday’s anticipated 2016 Formula 1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix race day, we’ve put together just the playlist to have you revving and ready for the high adrenaline race ahead:

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7 Things you can do this weekend: 29 & 30 September 2018

26.09.2018
By Rachel Au

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1. Ferrari Pop-Up Experience at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur’s main entrance, till 28 Sept
Explore the lavish world of the Prancing Horse in Ferrari Malaysia’s first experiential showroom featuring two very impressive V8 stallions – Ferrari Portofino and the Ferrari GTC4Lusso T. It’s the former’s first time in the public eye so take this opportunity to really get up close!
For more info, visit their Facebook.

2. Wet Sessions feat. Jody Wisternoff at W Kuala Lumpur, 9pm – 2am, 29 Sept
W Kuala Lumpur is the latest It-place to be and they’re kickstarting their Wet Sessions series that promises hot hits, flirty cocktails and ‘gram-worthy views of the city’s skyline. First up on the decks: Guest DJ Jody Wisternoff, an Anjunadeep label honcho and one half of the legendary electronica duo Way Out West.
Entry is complimentary but reservations are encouraged (email [email protected]). For more info, visit the event page.

3. Preloved is Reloved V at APW Bangsar, 10am – 6pm, 29 & 30 Sept
For those of you who share a soft spot for thrift shopping, there’s going to be over 80 booths for you to look through.
For more info, visit the event page.

4. Alive! Festival at The Bee @ Publika, 2pm – 11pm, 29 Sept
Presented by True Complexion, an online social awareness platform dedicated to telling the stories of people with health conditions, disabilities and/or body image issues, the Alive! Festival aims to take this a step further. There’ll be inspirational talks, professionals available to talk with about personal struggles, creative workshops and therapeutic activities, a crafts and wellness bazaar, live performances and more.
Passes start from RM30 each. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Rachel Siew Suet Li Trust Fund (RSTF) – which supports a True Complexion participant who is living with Morquio syndrome and requires a yearly medical bill of RM1.6mil. For more info, visit the website.

5. Yin Yoga + Sound Bath Vol. 4.0 at The Flow, Bangsar, 5pm – 6.30pm, 29 Sept
With Claudia Gallo leading the yin yoga class and Sari playing her crystal bowls throughout the 90-minute session, you’ll be sure to connect your mind, body and soul; and leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
RM80 for The Flow members and RM90 for non-members. For more info, visit the website.

6. Nights of Fright 6: Festival of Fear at Sunway Lagoon, 7.30pm – 10.30pm, every Fri – Sun, till 31st Oct
Welcome the month of Halloween with the return of Sunway Lagoon’s Festival of Fear, featuring a slew of spooky attractions that may or may not be of your level of tolerance.
For more info, visit the website.

7. Coffee & Art Fringe Festival Asia at Publika, 10am – 10pm, 28 – 30 Sept
For those who appreciate coffee and for those who like tea and chocolate too. So technically, it’s for everyone but even more so if you’re a coffee drinker as they’ll be bringing in 16 independent coffee roasters from all over Japan.
For more info, visit the event page.

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Reviewing the data: How close is Malaysia to a COVID-19 cure?

14.04.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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As you probably already know, there is no current cure or vaccine for COVID-19, and the current treatments for those suffering are for the management of symptoms and comorbidities. However, it looks like there are better things on the horizon; labs worldwide are working on a potential vaccine and local ongoing research has suggested there are more comprehensive methods of treatment that make our odds against the virus look far more promising.
Here is a referenced review of Malaysia’s current progress with a vaccine and other comprehensive drug treatments:
What are vaccines?

First thing’s first, vaccines are used to provide immunity against one or several diseases. They can either be inactivated where they contain killed virus particles, or live where they contain attenuated (weakened) viruses—either way, these strains cannot cause disease.
The way your immune system works is either by innate or adaptive immunity. Innate immunity simply refers to the cells in your body that are built to fight anything and everything that isn’t you (such as foreign pathogens like bacteria and viruses). Your adaptive immunity is way more specific—it takes more time to react but is indispensable when it comes to pathogens like COVID-19 that sneakily escape your innate immune system. Plus, when it’s all said and done, your adaptive immune system has memory (it remembers what just infected you for a long while after) to protect against subsequent infection or disease, lest you fall prey again.
Vaccines simply stimulate the adaptive response, without the hassle of you needing to become ill (or at least too ill) in the first place. Of course, they also only work on people who have not been previously infected.
What’s the hold up with the COVID-19 vaccine?

The catch is that vaccines take a long time to develop; usually around 5-10 years, though this timeline may be compressed in the case of a COVID-19 vaccine (considering the circumstances). They need to undergo several stages of rigorous clinical trials, with the final product passing several criteria to be approved for administration. It has to be safe (duh), produce protective immunity in a very high proportion of the people it’s administered to (otherwise what’s the point, right?), generate long-lasting immunity to the pathogen (otherwise we’d all need repeated doses) and be cost-effective.
On the note of cost, money is a huge issue—research is incredibly expensive, and nothing can be done without funding. In the reality we live in, big pharmaceutical companies who can afford to fund such research have little motivation to do so because of the lack of incentive; public corporations, on the other hand, may have the motivation but often lack the funding. Plus, an added complication to the vaccine race is that we are not sure whether past infection with COVID-19 and subsequent recovery even ensures immunity. That’s not to say that we’re going nowhere, though–according to the World Health Organisation, there are over seventy separate teams involved in the global race towards a COVID-19 vaccine, with three already proceeding to human trials.
CanSino Bio is the first to have advanced their vaccine development into Phase 2 (out of four) of clinical trials, meaning that their vaccine so far has been declared safe for use in humans and can now be tested for its efficacy. Locally, we have begun trialling existing vaccines against COVID-19: The Institute for Medical Research Malaysia (IMR) has collaborated with Malaysian Vaccines and Pharmaceutical Sdn Bhd (MVP) and University Malaya’s Tropical Infectious Diseases Research and Education Centre (TIDREC) after studies showed that the novel human coronavirus shared high genetic similarity with the Avian Infectious Bronchitis virus (IBV). Therefore, the existing vaccines for the poultry coronavirus may be effective against COVID-19 with a few tweaks, which is what the study will hopefully establish. If successful, the vaccine will move into clinical trials soon, but we are yet to hear any news or see the results of the study as it is still ongoing.
Where is Malaysia with possible treatments right now?

Based on a review article published this month, data from other similar viral epidemics like SARS and MERS indicate that immunotherapy is likely to yield effective and suitable solutions for COVID-19. Apart from vaccines, immunotherapy also includes monoclonal antibodies, which are laboratory-produced antibodies used to restore and enhance the function of the immune system. They can have a wide range of functions, treating anything from cancers, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and, of course, viral infections.
In Malaysia itself, four hospitals are due to trial the rheumatoid arthritis drug Tocilizumab, a monoclonal antibody better known by its trade name Actemra, in treating patients with severe cases of COVID-19 (note: severe, as in critical). In fact, the drug has been used in several independent clinical trials globally, with promising results.
Professor Datuk Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman, the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Universiti Malaya and associate professor at Yale University stated that: “We know that approximately 80% of COVID-19 patients have mild to moderate symptoms and will recover, however, 15% progress to severe disease and another 5% will develop critical illness, with death occurring in between 1-3% of patients.”
“What is becoming clear is this: in this small group of patients, a dangerous overreaction of their immune system, known as a cytokine storm, overwhelms the patient resulting in respiratory failure followed by multi-organ failure. So, in these patients, ironically, it is their own immune response to the virus that kills them,” she added.

In simple terms, the cytokine storm causes the immune system to evoke a severe inflammatory response, which is what leads to lung failure and leaves the patient in critical condition. The cytokine storm itself is caused by the interleukin-6 (IL-6) pathway, which the drug blocks, turning off the inflammatory response before it begins, therefore saving the patient.
The study is promising, having already raised RM450,000 for its development, however a total of RM 1.5 million will be needed for the trial to progress. If you would like to contribute to the fund, contact Dr Adeeba.
In addition to Tocilizumab, the Director General of Health of Malaysia has announced that we have joined the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) “Solidarity Trial”; an effort to test the effectiveness of several drugs in treating COVID-19, including combinations of Remdesivir, Lopinavir/Ritonavir, Interferon beta, Chloroquine and Hydroxychloroquine. These compounds all work by preventing viral replication.  The research will be headed by Dr Chow Ting Soo, the Infectious Disease consultant at Pulau Pinang Hospital, who will be working with a team of infectious disease physicians and pharmacists.
What about the lack of PPE?

There is, as mentioned, a lot of research going into potential vaccines and novel treatments that aim to either kill the virus or stop its reproduction within the body. That said, it’s no doubt that prevention is better than a cure, and that’s why research has also gone into improving our protective measures against the virus.
With the global surgical mask shortage urging fashion brands and communities to step up and make up for the supply, a group of researchers from India has employed the use of medicinal plants capable of viral inactivation in their three-layered masks to help prevent the spread of the virus. Of course, until it’s made widely available we’ll have to stick to what we know: stay inside and practise good hygiene.
How can I help to speed up the development process?
All in all, when it comes to a vaccine or any other miracle cure, we’re still far off. That means it’s more important than ever to adhere to the MCO guidelines to help flatten the curve and reduce the number of patients in critical hospital care, thus reducing the burden on our hospitals and buy some time for researchers.

Author’s note: The COVID-19 situation is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation. All theories, references and articles included in this essay are correct as of April 2020. All images in text sourced from @covid19quilt on Instagram. For the latest research click here and for the latest updates click here.

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#HairTrend: Milan Fashion Week SS17 is bringing back bangs
Best bang for your buck

24.09.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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No other hair trend has been taking on the runways by storm this Milan Fashion Week quite like the burgeoning bang. This season, bangs of all sorts are debuting in a frenzy, from choppy uneven fringe that echoed a sassy sentiment at Moschino, to Versace‘s dramatic hair transformations on models—from thick, super-straight bangs to sideswept layered versions resminiscent of the early 2000s. But if you’ve always loved delivering a bold statement with your hairdo, Gucci’s array of ultra-short blunt bangs that end mid-forehead and pinned-up locks that gave an illusion of fringe might serve as #HairInspo for a potential hairstyle revamp. And whoever said that fringed hairdos can’t be styled easily, Giamba’s lightly tousled, wavy ‘dos might just prove them wrong.
All the hair inspiration you need to kick off this #beautytrend with a bang:
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Watch the Louis Vuitton SS21 livestream here

06.10.2020
By Joan Kong

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Blink and SS21 Fashion Month is almost ever! As usual, Louis Vuitton is scheduled to close Paris Fashion Week with a live runway show, and if you don’t want to miss out, we’ve got your own front-row seat below. Ahead of the runway tonight, the French Maison has unveiled nine new bags from its upcoming collection. Click here to check them out and pick your favourite.
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12 Fashionable jewellery picks for every party outfit you have in mind

21.11.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Already mentally planning a slew of outfits for all the parties you’ll be hitting up this holiday season? Apart from scoring feathery, embellished looks that might be a touch predictable, up the ante with head-turning bling that guarantee a double take—and plenty of Insta-worthy #ootds, naturally.
Our favourite pieces this season are laden with pearls, crystals and coloured gemstones to razzle-dazzle your way through any party. Opt for statement-making jewellery such as Chanel’s snazzy earrings, Louis Vuitton’s intricate knot necklace, and Atelier Swarovski’s brilliant multi-strand earrings that you can wear both ways. If you’re all about new-age, modern picks that are understated yet equally as fancy, take on silver and gold-tone bracelets from Roxanne Assoulin, a chic face brooch from Ellery, or perhaps Jacquemus’ kitsch-personified mismatched earrings.
Ahead, these 12 chic accessories will provide the festive touch you need for your look:
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Amanpuri’s recent refurbishment gives you another reason to visit Phuket

01.10.2018
By Rachel Au

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The Aman brand has made quite a name of its own since its conception in 1988. Known for its collection of intimate retreats with luxurious comforts and warm hospitality, a stay at any of their resorts is a dream. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the place where it all began: Amanpuri in Phuket, Thailand. To celebrate, the resort went through a thorough enhancement, upgrading original features and adding new facilities, giving everyone a new reason to visit the first Aman resort — and another reason to start planning your next getaway.

For starters, Amanpuri comprises 40 Thai-style Pavilions and 40 private Villas (available for rental only) within a grove of swaying coconut palms. Six of these Pavilions now come with its own private swimming pool.

The Aman Spa, which sits on a hillside amid lush vegetation, has been expanded to double its original size with six brand new treatment suites — each with a spacious treatment room, its own bathing area, private steam room, dressing room and an outdoor relaxation pavilion. As a whole, however, it now features new facilities such as hydrotherapy areas with steam rooms, traditional saunas, two infrared saunas, Jacuzzis and cold plunge pools, as well as a finishing salon for nails and hair.

Where there’s wellness, there’s also fitness and at the top of the said hill lies Amanpuri’s two-storey fitness centre. Think a glass-walled gym, a Pilates studio, a new Muay Thai studio complete with a boxing ring, yoga pavilions and a new juice bar — all accompanied by breathtaking sea views. With all these new amenities, even the resort’s Individual Wellness Immersion programs have been given an upgrade.

As dreamy as the resort sounds, it’s perfectly welcoming to children as well, especially with the new Eco-Discovery Club where kids can find a variety of both education and fun activities to do. The adults aren’t forgotten either as Amanpuri’s new programme is for all ages and is inspired by alternative sport, music and digital-tech cultures. This includes an outdoor rope-free bouldering climbing wall, a skateboarding half-pipe complete with custom-built skateboards, and The Sound Box studio where older children can record music and try their hand at being a DJ. For the foodies, a new dining space called Magnum Room is set to be unveiled at the resort soon enough.

With so much you can do at the new-and-improved Amanpuri, we doubt a weekend is enough for this getaway. For more info, visit their website.

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6 Diamond timepieces to welcome the New Year on a sparkly note

29.12.2020
By Joan Kong

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Blink and the year is almost over! After a great Christmas, it’s now time to prepare for New Year’s Eve as 2021 is in T-minus three days. We don’t know about you, but we’re determined to end the year with a bang—after a crazy year, there’s no convincing us otherwise. The best way we know how? Don the shiniest get-up to welcome the new year on a sparkly note. Our roundup of non-tacky sequinned dresses have got your look down pat, but no celebration (big or small) is complete without some good ol’ arm candy.
Instead of layering your bracelets and watches, we’re letting a single timepiece do the talking by opting for diamond pieces that will command all the attention. These watches—which will never go out of style—are great investment pieces too.
Below are six twinkling timepieces to consider:
Franck Muller Vanguard Lady Crazy Hours

Fun yet modern, it’s to no surprise that the Vanguard is Franck Muller’s most famous creation, but this diamond-encrusted design takes it to another level. The timepiece is embellished with over 200 diamonds, and the combination of the icy silver and the sky blue tones is reminiscent of a winter wonderland. Another reason why it’s a must-have? The design is an Asia exclusive.
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Bvlgari Serpenti Incantati Rainbow

Need we say more? The Serpenti Incantati Rainbow is the epitome of a party watch. The yellow gold 33mm case is surrounded by a body of a Serpenti that’s crafted from colourful gems including green tsavorites, yellow and orange sapphires, mandarin garnets, orange-red spinels, intense rubies, and pink, purple and blue sapphires. Over 280 brilliant-cut diamonds adorn the jewellery bracelet. It’s truly a work of art.
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Omega Constellation with Aventurine dial

Omega has given us more reasons to love its Constellation collection by adding an Aventurine dial into the mix. Inspired by a star-studded sky, the effect on the dial is created when added metal oxides suspend the silvery crystals in the gemstone. And since Aventurine is a form of quartz, no two dials are ever the same. The rich blue hue pops beautifully against the stainless steel and yellow gold case and bracelet, along with diamonds on the bezel and indexes.
Hermès Arceau Horse

The design of the Hermès Arceau may not be as loud and striking as the rest on our list, but it’s a great pick for those who love all things minimal. Available in black or white, each timepiece features 395 mini studs on the leather dial to create an equestrian motif. To tune it up, the case is set with 100 diamonds.
Piaget Altiplano Diamond Pavéd

Can’t get enough of diamonds? This Piaget Altiplano is made for you. Referencing the fields of snow around La Côte-aux-Fées—a village in the canton of Neuchâtel in Switzerland—the diamonds on the watch span across the dial and the case. Two sizes are available, but the 40mm version that’s pavéd with 702 brilliant-cut diamonds has our full attention.
Related: Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept takes home the prestigious “Aiguille d’Or” prize at the 20th GPHG
Chopard Alpine Eagle Large

This year, Chopard has unveiled two new Alpine Eagles that are crafted from 18-carat rose gold. While we love the juxtaposition of the Aletsch Blue dial and the rose gold hue on the first version, this design—featuring a Bernina Grey dial and diamond-set bezel—is our pick for obvious reasons. After all, diamonds are a girl’s best friend.

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Marc Jacobs is engaged to longtime boyfriend Charly Defrancesco
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06.04.2018
By Joan Kong

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Think flash mob has become a passé? Think again. Last night, Marc Jacobs got a group of dancers to perform Prince’s iconic song Kiss before getting down on one knee to propose to his longtime boyfriend, Charly Defrancesco. The venue? Chipotle—yes, the American fast food joint. Charly, who was oblivious as he filmed the flashmob, can be seen nodding in shock before the duo hugged in celebration. More commonly known as Char, the high-end candlemaker has been together with the American fashion designer since 2015, and they’ve been inseparable since—from attending fashion shows together to spending the holidays at St. Barths. Will Chipotle be served at the wedding? Guess we’ll have to wait to find out. Congrats to the happy couple!

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Why Longchamp’s Box-Trot is everyone’s new favourite bag
The it-bag of the year

13.12.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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On the lookout for your new go-to handbag? Good news—Longchamp’s new launch will have you spoiled for choice.
Breaking news: The perfect handbag does exist. Introducing: Longchamp’s Box-Trot. Taking its name from the most famous racecourse in Paris, this equestrian-chic bag encapsulates French it-girl style effortlessly.
Drawing inspiration for the bag from the spontaneous lives of bold, independent women, Creative Director Sophie Delafontaine describes the bag as a celebration of joie de vivre.

Structured and compact in shape but timeless in design, it’s the perfect everyday handbag.
Its adjustable strap is ideal for those constantly on the go, and its sleek, boxy design fits anything and everything. Better yet, it comes in three sizes for every need, each of which is roomy enough to hold your essentials without being so big that it errs on the side of bulky.
The M is fabulous for the long-haul, when you need a roomy compartment for all of your travel must-haves. The S is best for everyday, when you’re in need of a trusty companion that will see you through your daily routine. The XS is for the absolute necessities—keys, wallet, phone and the like—for those days where you need to get going ASAP.
Take your Box-Trot everywhere you go—to work, to date night, or on a stroll—the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re dressing it up for dinner or dressing it down for your day-to-day errands, you’ll look every part the chic, modern woman you’ve always strived to be.
Each Box-Trot is beautifully constructed from smooth calfskin and is decorated with a stunning medallion featuring the house’s iconic horse and rider. The bag is also available in six colours, including the classic colourways—black, cognac, cypress, orange, and lilac—which feature the medallion in gold, as well the new monochrome candy pink colourway with tone-on-tone hardware. Essentially, there’s a shade for every wardrobe, but our pick is the black Box-Trot—a versatile classic that can be used all year round for all occasions.

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Longchamp Box-Trot Crossbody Bag XS in Cognac

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Longchamp Box-Trot Crossbody Bag XS in Cypress

Longchamp Box-Trot Crossbody Bag XS in Orange

Longchamp Box-Trot Crossbody Bag S in Black

Longchamp Box-Trot Crossbody Bag S in Cypress

Longchamp Box-Trot Crossbody Bag S in Lilac

Longchamp Box-Trot Crossbody Bag S in Cognac

We recently took best friends Sherry Amin and Ofiellia Iskandar on a trip to Longchamp’s The Gardens Mall boutique to explore the Box-Trot bag in all its glory. Can you guess which Box-Trot bags they walked out with?

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Victoria’s Secret is collaborating with—wait for it—Balmain
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05.10.2017
By Joan Kong

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From H&MxErdem to Karl LagerfeldxVans’ collaborations, high-low pairings are all the rage now, and the two latest brands that have hopped on the bandwagon are Victoria’s Secret and Balmain. The lingerie brand has recently announced the details for its 2017 show, and now, it has just revealed its partnership with the French fashion house, with a collage of images posted on its Instagram with the hashtag #VSxBalmain. Although unexpected, the collab isn’t entirely surprising, as Balmain’s creative director Olivier Rousteing has always casted the VS Angels such as Alessandra Ambrosio and Adriana Lima in his runways and advertising campaigns.

Aside from creating custom looks for the year-end show, Balmain will also be designing a capsule collection for the brand, which will be sold in stores and online the day after the show airs on the 28th of November. Can we expect the brand’s signature body-sculpting silhouettes and sharp tailoring from the collection? Guess we’ll find out when the first teaser drops. Stay tuned!

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BMW: The 840i Gran Coupé M Sport has arrived in Malaysia—and it’s the first of its kind

24.04.2020
By Ronn Tan

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If you’re an avid fan of BMW, or even cars in general, here’s something you’d want to check out. The luxury car brand is no stranger to Malaysian streets and they are now ready to up the ante with their newest addition to the portfolio—the 840i Gran Coupé M Sport. The first-Ever BMW 840i Gran Coupé M Sport is said to be the German automaker’s most luxurious sports coupé. What is it about the model that warrants so much fanfare?

Let’s start with its exterior appearance. Firstly, the 840i Gran Coupé M Sport’s low centre of gravity is emphasised by a widened frame that complements its iconic kidney grille. In addition to that, the front of the vehicle is defined by large M Sport air intakes as well as laser headlight with high-beam assistant. It is also known that it is the most slender headlight of all BMW models. On top of the usual BMW M Sport package, this model also comes with the BMW M Aerodynamic kit. An upgrade, it is.

There’s more—the 840i Gran Coupé M Sport is equipped with frameless side windows to highlight the vehicle’s fluidity. As for the model’s rear appearance, you’ll find full-LED taillights that are provided with the stylised L-shape and smoked glass cover as well as M Sport package diffuser-flanked exhaust tailpipes. With the increment of about 20 centimetres at the wheelbase of the coupé, two additional doors (which are equally frameless) are permitted.

How about the engine? The BMW 840i Gran Coupé M Sport is powered by a three-litre six-cylinder in-line TwinPower Turbo engine. With a possible top speed of 250 kilometres per hour, the vehicle can go from zero to 100 kilometres per hour in 5.2 seconds. That is considered the fastest in its segment and the engine is new to the BMW 8 Series. In addition to the BMW sDrive rear-wheel-drive system, the coupé is also fitted with the eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission with shift paddles on the steering wheels. This particular feature means that shift times are now shorter and there are more gear ratios.

Now let’s take a look at its interior! With the extra space at the back for rear passengers and the panoramic glass roof, one can expect the four-door coupé to feel airy and light. To further accentuate the luxurious identity of the BMW 840i Gran Coupé M Sport, BMW has furnished the model with M Leather steering wheel, CraftedClarity glass application, a full-leather dashboard, electric sports seats with integrated headrests, and active seat ventilation.

Furthermore, the BMW 840i Gran Coupé M Sport is also armed with a 12.3-inch customisable instrument cluster that’s combined with the 10.25-inch touchscreen Control Display—with an infotainment system based on BMW Operating System 7.0.

Some driving features you need to know include the Driving Assistant Professional with Cross-traffic Warning at the rear and Lane Change Warning, Active Cruise Control, the automatic Speed Limit Assist, the Steering and Lane Control Assistant as well as the Forward Collision Warning with braking function. If you prefer driving with brilliant sound, the BMW 840i Gran Coupé M Sport is completed with Harman Kardon 16-speaker surround sound system.

Available in six colours—Barcelona Blue, Sonic Speed Blue, Carbon Black, Black Sapphire, Mineral White, and Sunset Orange—the BMW 840i Gran Coupé M Sport starts from RM968,800. As the first of its kind, the model comes with ample upgrades that give it a luxurious push; in terms of aesthetics and performance. What are your thoughts on BMW’s latest offering in Malaysia?
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5 Things to know about Gucci Cruise 2019
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31.05.2018
By Joan Kong

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1.     From an old pharmacy box for SS18 to a timer that counts down to the AW18 show, Gucci is not one to shy away from quirky show invitations, but for Cruise 2019, the brand took a more traditional route by sending out telegrams ahead of the show.

2.     As announced earlier, the Italian fashion house will be showing its Spring/Summer 2019 collection in Paris as a three-part homage to France, with the Cruise 2019 show as the prelude. The location? The Promenade Des Alyscamps—a Roman necropolis and UNESCO world heritage site in the French Riviera city of Arles, South of France. Christianised in the 4th century (it used to be a burial ground), the rich history and mysterious vibes made the site the ideal place for Alessandro Michele’s creations this season.

3.     An eclectic group of celebs such as Saoirse Ronan, A$AP Rocky, Salma Hayek and Kai from K-pop group EXO attended the event, but it was the surprise performance at the after-party that was the most talked about. Sir Elton John—who will be dressed in Gucci for his farewell tour—performed his hit songs while guests partied the night away.

4.     Scheduled to start at 9.30pm, the middle of the runway was lit with a line of fire moments before models walked down the pathway to the beats of a haunting soundtrack, surrounded by ancient tombs. Inspired by creative director Alessandro Michele’s fascination with death and afterlife, the 114 looks that were sent out exuded a gothic aura, juxtaposed with that bit of retro glamour. Velvet-on-velvet looks in the form of cape-over-gowns was introduced; a nun-like gown with an encrusted ribcage definitely turned heads; and the finale dress was a Victorian-inspired white nightgown, complete with a chunky cross choker.
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5.     Gucci’s collections are never complete without equally show-stopping accessories, and for Cruise 2019, there was an assortment of cross jewellery—chokers, pins, and necklaces held by hand—to complement the theme of the collection. Most of the ensembles were paired with leggings in different prints and hues, finished off with veils and statement-making headpieces (that will be on the best-dressed list at the recent Met Ball, for sure). The ancient death mask that was spotted on a male model definitely raised a few eyebrows.

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29 Best memes and Twitter reactions to the 2023 Oscars
And the Oscar for the best meme goes to...

13.03.2023
By Natalie Khoo

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She’s finally done it—Malaysian actress Michelle Yeoh made history today as the first Asian woman to win an Oscar for Best Actress for her leading role in Everything Everywhere All At Once. And Yeoh’s not the only Asian to have stolen the spotlight at the 95th Academy Awards (we’re proud of you too, Ke Huy Quan)!
Amidst the glitz and glamour and much-deserved wins of the most prestigious awards in the US entertainment industry though, there were plenty of hilarious, questionable, and tear-jerking moments in between too. Of course, you can count on Twitterverse for further commentary. Ahead, we’ve catalogued some of the best Tweets and memes in reaction to the 95th Academy Awards.

That awkward moment

hugh grant wants no part of this dumb shit pic.twitter.com/uBQ70QcZGf
— Timothy Burke (@bubbaprog) March 12, 2023

And the Oscar for the guy who totally doesn’t want to be there goes to Hugh Grant. #Oscars pic.twitter.com/Gq6Q3n1EEU
— Lance Ulanoff (@LanceUlanoff) March 12, 2023

Hugh Grant at the Oscars pic.twitter.com/8obxWDhoT3
— St. Olaf Stories (@StOlafStories) March 12, 2023

Jimmy Kimmel comes out swinging: “How does the Academy not nominate the guy who directed Avatar? What do they think he is, a woman?”
— BrooklynDad_Defiant!☮ (@mmpadellan) March 13, 2023

these jimmy kimmel’s jokes.. pic.twitter.com/hLRvOPtiWC
— chris paul mescal fans (@ATR3lDES) March 13, 2023

Just for laughs

Find someone who looks at you the way Colin Farrell looks at Jenny the donkey. #Oscars #AcademyAwards pic.twitter.com/6iQbhcPzd5
— Garin Pirnia (@gpirnia) March 13, 2023

not to overexaggerate but I would go to war for jenny the donkey
— Conor Ryan (@ConorRyan_93) March 13, 2023

only thing i liked about jimmy kimmel’s monologue was this andrew garfield reaction pic.twitter.com/X1ujr1cash
— NOSTALGIA (@notgwendalupe) March 13, 2023

Easter eggs

For the first time since I’ve attended the Oscars, there’s a box of snacks under every seat with a bottle of water, Hot Tamales, a pretzel and a note from Jimmy Kimmel. “Eat this. You’re hungry.” #Oscars2023 pic.twitter.com/NyrN3n04cc
— Ramin Setoodeh (@RaminSetoodeh) March 13, 2023

Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors give a shoutout to Angela Bassett: “Hey Auntie, we love you.” #Oscars pic.twitter.com/xIQlVq8AOZ
— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) March 13, 2023

love the fact that daniel kwan’s suit is inspired by michelle yeoh’s cardigan in #EEAAO pic.twitter.com/yaIKU8jNox
— Nicole Zhu (@nicolelzhu) March 13, 2023

Still winners in our hearts

My final tweet of the night. My favourite film of 2022, and one of my favourites this century so far. Thank you for existing, The Banshees of Inisherin. Maybe the Oscars don’t appreciate you enough, but we certainly do. pic.twitter.com/1emAkP5gA8
— Sethsfilmreviews (@sethsfilmreview) March 13, 2023

All of us seeing Ke Huy Quan win then seeing Angela lose pic.twitter.com/xUbqew53VQ
— 💫 (@heyjaeee) March 13, 2023

Jaime Lee Curtis????? Over Angela Bassett and Stephanie Hsu??? #Oscars pic.twitter.com/yp7odMPJ77
— wine mom yor forger🍷 (@autumnvelvets) March 13, 2023

me stealing an oscar so i can give it to paul mescal pic.twitter.com/nYRniwGXcu
— grace dante (@misslefroy) March 11, 2023

Full circle moments

winning an oscar on ur literal comeback role after 30 years of not acting is the hardest shit of all time. ke huy quan is a legend asf
— clementine (@ilyclemmie) March 13, 2023

HARRISON FORD PRESENTING AN OSCAR TO KE HUY QUAN. RIVER OF TEARS pic.twitter.com/1gq4uXPgGI
— k • 🐯⚖ (@ripleysdaya) March 13, 2023

Michelle Yeoh is the first Asian woman to win Best Actress and only the second woman of color in the history of the category—after Halle Berry more than 20 years ago. #Oscars pic.twitter.com/umgJ1p11ej
— Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) March 13, 2023

Felt the history in that hug between Halle Berry and Michelle Yeoh. First Black actress to w

Halle Berry presented Michelle Yeoh with her #Oscar for ‘Best Actress’.They’re the only two women of color to ever win the award. pic.twitter.com/h6cKxFMUlI
— Pop Crave (@PopCrave) March 13, 2023

Our Best Actress and Best Actor #Oscars pic.twitter.com/uJH7RjjXqq
— Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) March 13, 2023

Apart from the Historic #NaatuNaatu #Oscar Win 🤩My Favourite Moment of #Oscars2023 is got to be #HarrisonFord & #KeHuyQuan reuniting at the #Oscars Stage since “Indian Jones and the Temple of Doom” & #StevenSpielberg being so proud of them 😍🥰😍#AcademyAwards… https://t.co/19vgXGTO7c pic.twitter.com/nS8YCmVufx
— Ayyo (@AyyAyy0) March 13, 2023

Get the tissues ready

Ariana DeBose crying!!! Michelle crying!! Ke crying!!! we’re all crying!!!
— Esther Zuckerman (@ezwrites) March 13, 2023

oh my god, Ke Huy Quan immediately running up and hugging Harrison Ford 😭 pic.twitter.com/Y3K5iD2VNg
— Alex Zalben (@azalben) March 13, 2023

Ke Huy Quan ain’t sat down this whole award season.
— HOOD VOGUE is tired of poverty (@keyon) March 13, 2023

There is NOBODY more happy to be in this room than Ke Huy Quan. #Oscars pic.twitter.com/Y6YweycfW1
— Phil Yu (@angryasianman) March 13, 2023

My emotions. Can’t stop crying. We all bow down to you, Queen. 💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛 #Oscars pic.twitter.com/fgFrtU5PLY
— Ken Jeong (@kenjeong) March 13, 2023

Watch the moment Janet Yeoh realized her daughter, Michelle Yeoh, had made history as the first Asian star to win best actress in the 95-year history of the Academy Awards, for her performance in “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” https://t.co/0CPbdMjUCy pic.twitter.com/41nl36OlYz
— The New York Times (@nytimes) March 13, 2023

A filial daughter , Michelle checked in on her mother straight after she became the first Asian to win the best actress award in the Academy’s 95 year history . Bravo ! 🎉 https://t.co/Ghvs4LYW94 pic.twitter.com/BzqTIJ5cuW
— Melissa Goh (@MelGohCNA) March 13, 2023

Moment of pure grace and immense happiness! What a journey! So proud of Michelle who received the Oscar Academy Award of the best actress #EverythingEverywhereAllAtOnce pic.twitter.com/jANwzI0sQE
— Jean Todt (@JeanTodt) March 13, 2023

And finally, when reality hits…

Asian parents this week be like “why haven’t you won an Oscar”
— T$E CHUN (@thetzechun) March 13, 2023

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12 Gifts that smell amazing—perfect for that fragrance lover on your list

11.12.2020
By Wei Yeen Loh

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From contemporary diffusers that could very well serve as a visual (and olfactory) statement to brand new fragrance launches that you can’t miss out on, these are high up on our wishlist for good reason. We’ve compiled the best gifts that smell like a dream for that special someone on your list for this gift-giving season—the discerning fragrance enthusiast.
Ahead, 12 fragrances to make your gift-shopping expedition a breeze:
Decorté Kimono Fragrance

Decorte Kimono Fragrance

Decorté’s newly-launched Kimono fragrance collection is a tribute to its Japanese roots—specifically, the traditional folk clothing that it is named after. A charming addition to any vanity, all the Decorté Kimono fragrance bottles are clinched with ribbons to reference the kimono obi belt.
Four scents are available from this lineup, including: Kimono Kihin, a floral chypre with top notes of iris, bergamot, heart notes of jasmine, and a drydown of patchouli and sandalwood; Kimono Yui, a summer floral made of pink pepper, orange flowers, vanilla and a woody base; Kimono Urara, a fruity floral blend of apple, melon, lotus, and sandalwood; and Kimono Rin, an elegant woody floral with notes of plum, jasmine, and patchouli.
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Jo Malone London Fragrance Combining Trio

Jo Malone Trio Set

Perfect for those who can’t decide on one fragrance to stick to, this trio set by Jo Malone London is a great choice to dip one’s toes into the brand’s olfactory offerings. This limited-edition set includes English Pear & Freesia Cologne 30ml, and sample-sized Honeysuckle & Davana and Oud & Bergamot Colognes.
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Tom Ford Beauty Lost Cherry Eau De Parfum and Mini Lip Colour Set

Fragrance gifts tom ford lost cherry

What’s better than an ‘artisanal scent’? Scoring a lippie in a classic red to go with your festive look, of course. Tom Ford’s set is not one to be missed, with the Lost Cherry 10ml atomiser and a mini Tom Ford Lip Colour in Scarlet Rouge. Expect a luscious scent that’s full-bodied and sensual, with notes of black cherry, bitter almond, Turkish rose and jasmine sambac. A spritz and a swipe later and you’re ready to paint the town red.
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Maison Margiela Replica Women’s Discovery Set Eau De Toilette

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You may have heard of Maison Margiela’s iconic Replica fragrances, but if you’ve never gotten the chance to try it for yourself, this three-piece series is just what you need. The Replica Women’s Discovery Set Eau De Toilette features three androgynous scents (10ml each) that have been highly lauded by perfume fanatics and fans of the brand: the Replica Beach Walk Eau De Toilette, the Replica Lazy Sunday Morning Eau De Toilette and the Replica Sailing Day Eau De Toilette.
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Aesop States of Being

Aesop gift sets

We’re major fans of Aesop’s Aromatique room sprays and here’s why it would make the best gift for fragrance enthusiasts out there—you can opt for not one, but three of their home scents from this range to spruce up your home this Christmas. Can’t get enough of warm, woody notes? Try Cythera for a heady mix of neroli, geranium and patchouli. Istros is an ambrosial blend of florals, while Olous is an uplifting combination of green and citrus botanicals.
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Sisley Eau Du Soir Limited Edition Skies 2020

Fragrance gifts sisley eau de soir skies

Sisley’s limited-edition Eau du Soir this year doesn’t just smell like an enigmatic dream—the exterior is quite a head-turner as well. Aptly named Skies, the vivid interpretation of the sky is courtesy of Paris-born New York artist Sydney Albertini, who wanted to pay homage to the chypre and floral notes of Sisley’s well-recognised scent. The notes remain untouched—moss, patchouli, a powdery floral bouquet, and citrus notes of grapefruit and mandarin.
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Armani Beauty Sì Passione EDP and Mini Lip Maestro Holiday Gift Set

Armani Si Passione gift set

Fragrance and makeup go hand in hand like tea and scones, and yet another set to score is Armani Beauty’s three-piece set, featuring the new icon Sì Passione EDP, a sparkling floral and fruit scent; a fun-sized Lip Maestro, a liquid lip colour that’s as pigmented as it comes; and a 75ml moisturising body lotion in the same scent.
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Laura Mercier Mini Body Soufflé Quartet

Fragrance gifts laura marcier mini souffle

Laura Mercier’s holiday 2020 collection is one of the prettiest of the lot, with plenty of sets that will give you the best bang for your buck. Case in point: this quartet set of Laura Mercier’s Soufflé Body Crème in four edible-worthy scents. Made with vitamin A, C and E derivatives, grapeseed and rice bran oil, sweet almond and hydrolysed rice proteins, these four body lotions will lock in the moisture on your skin while leaving you smelling like a snack—we aren’t kidding.
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Marc Jacobs Perfect Eau de Parfum 50ml + Body Lotion 75ml

Fragrance gifts marc jacobs perfect

This modern punchy fragrance by Marc Jacobs was recently released, and stands for a wonderful message that namesake founder wanted to share: “I am perfect as I am”. The result is a fresh floral medley of rhubarb, daffodil, almond milk, cedarwood and cashmeran. This set comes with Marc Jacobs Perfect Eau de Parfum 50ml and a 75ml body lotion.
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Bvlgari Rose Goldea Blossom Delight EDP

Bvlgari Rose goldea set

Girly girls who can’t resist floral fragrances may be enamoured with Bvlgari’s Christmas set right here—the Rose Goldea Blossom Delight Eau de Parfum in 75ml and a travel-sized 15ml, along with a cute pouch that you can stash your beauty essentials in. The Rose Goldea Blossom Delight is a floral fantasy in a bottle, with notes of papaya, violet leaf, jasmine, rose petals, lily of the valley, and a base of Bulgarian rose, white musk, and ambergris.
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Trudon L’Œuf Diffuser – Cyrnos

Trudon difusser

Minimalist, chic design? Check. A long-lasting scent diffusion? Check—more than three months of diffusion, to be exact. A piquant composition? Check—notes of lemon, myrtle, thyme, black fig, cedarwood, lavender, pine, and a base of cashmere wood, musk and patchouli. Trudon’s modern work of art is inspired by the ancient ‘Cabinets of Curiosities’, with an unglazed ceramic egg, painted wooden stand and 300ml fragrance bottle to elevate your haven visually and sensorially.
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Goutal Une Foret D’Or Scented Candle

Goutal Candle 2020

On the hunt for a festive scent that basically smells like Christmas? Try Goutal’s Une Foret D’Or Scented Candle for an aromatic mix of pine, oranges and mandarins. The candle design is a looker as well, adorned with the fairytale scenery of the Legend of the Snow Butterflies.
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Best backstage moments from Autumn/Winter 2020

09.03.2020
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An inside look into Sydney Film School’s take on Giorgio Armani’s ‘Films of City Frames’
Finding inspiration

20.10.2015
By Buro247

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Last week Giorgio Armani premiered the second edition of Films of City Frames, which comprised four short films from four participating international film schools. Centred around the fashion label’s Frames of Life eyewear collection as well as Giorgio Armani’s affinity for the filmmaking world, the short films each explored different perspectives shared through these frames.
One of the films that took an extra step when it came to understanding different perspectives was Clarity by Sydney Film School. Written and directed by Chris Joys, the heartwarming story follows a painter searching for inspiration. “It’s about all the little details and nuances which we overlook and which we don’t pay attention to in our day to day lives,” Joys explained. The young painter finally finds clarity in the most unexpected of ways when she meets a blind photographer.

Watch the exclusive behind-the-scenes interview with Joys in this video:

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