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10 Exciting live concerts in KL to look forward to in 2022
Concert season has returned

28.11.2022
By Buro247

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After two years of staying confined in the safety of our homes amidst the Covid-19 pandemic, outdoor activities and gatherings are now back at full blast along with live concerts and we have never been more excited!
Following the lockdown restrictions, many shows were forced to be postponed or cancelled which left many fans waiting in anticipation for the next big announcement only to be let down with another cancellation. Music was strictly enjoyed at home through our handy devices and while it was fun, let’s be honest—it’s nowhere as exhilarating as live concerts.
Well, wait no longer because the good news is that our favourite artists are just as thrilled as we are to get back out into the world! From Justin Bieber’s Justice Tour to Undercurrent at REXKL, mark your calendars for these upcoming concerts because we guarantee that you will not want to miss out!
1. Justin Bieber: ‘Justice World Tour’

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When: Postponed until further notice
Where: Bukit Jalil National Stadium
Price: Tickets start from RM288
Bieber was originally set to perform in the Bukit Jalil National Stadium in October, marking his second visit to Malaysia since the My World Tour 11 years ago. However, the singer announced on Instagram in early September that he would be taking a break from touring to rest, just months after going public with his diagnosis of Ramsay Hunt Syndrome. There has been no other news as of yet about when the tour will resume, but we wish him all the best in recovery!
For more information, follow @justicetour on Instagram or visit the Justice Tour website here.
2. Billie Eilish: ‘Happier Than Ever’ The World Tour

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When: 18 August 2022
Where: National Stadium, Kuala Lumpur
Price: Tickets start from RM308
Sing (or cry) your heart out to ‘Happier Than Ever’ with Billie Eilish who is adding to the list big-name artists coming this year as early as August! The seven times Grammy winner added new dates to her highly anticipated ‘Happier Than Ever’ World Tour and will be making her way around Asia, including Singapore, Bangkok, Manila, Tokyo, and Seoul.
To purchase your ticket, visit the Live Nation website here.
3.  LANY: ‘A November To Remember Tour’

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When: 6 November 2022
Where: Axiata Arena, Bukit Jalil
Price: Tickets start from RM298
Also making a long-awaited return to Malaysia is American pop rock band, LANY, who will be back for their second visit this November at the Axiata Arena. Beloved by many Malaysians, the band is known for their big hits such as Malibu Nights and ILYSB with over 200 million streams respectively. This year, LANY will be returning for their A November To Remember Tour to promote their latest album, gg bb xx.
For more information, follow @thisislany on Instagram. To purchase your ticket, visit Live Nation or Go Live Asia.

4. Boys Like Girls’ Tour in Australia & Asia

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When: 15 October 2022
Where: To be announced
Price: To be announced
If you’re looking for a nostalgic experience, American punk-rock band Boys Like Girls will be making their way to Southeast Asia this year and it is expected that they will be performing their iconic 2006 self-titled album in its entirety. After several reschedules due to the pandemic, the band is set to perform in Kuala Lumpur in October with details on the venue and tickets yet to be announced as of the time of writing.
For updates, follow @boyslikegirls on Instagram or visit their website here.

5. (G)I-DLE ‘Just Me ( )I-DLE’ World Tour

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When: 9 September 2022
Where: Zepp KL
Price: To be announced
Don’t worry K-Pop fans, you won’t be missing out on the fun. After many groups had skipped out on Malaysia on their world tour, (G)I-DLE is here to save the day. The South Korean girl group has released the final dates and venues for the ‘Just Me ( )I-DLE’ tour and on the list is Kuala Lumpur! Other shows in Asia include Bangkok, Manila, Tokyo, and Singapore to wrap up the tour.
For more updates, follow @official_g_i_dle on Instagram.

6. ‘Undercurrent’

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When: 9 July 2022
Where: REXKL
Price: RM55
While we’re all thrilled for big-name artists coming this year, let’s save some excitement for the local bands performing at Undercurrent this July. The lineup features four talented bands that are no strangers to many Malaysians—namely Midnight Fusic, Kyoto Protocol, The Peachskins, and Resort—who are set to perform at REXKL.
For more information, follow @undercurrent.my on Instagram or visit Ticket2U to purchase your ticket.

7. Russ: ‘The Journey Is Everything World Tour’

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When: 3 November 2022
Where: Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon
Price: RM195
Presented by Good Vibes, Russ is making a return to Malaysia once again since his last visit at the 2019 Good Vibes Festival in Genting Highlands. Recognised for his top hits What They Want, Losin’ Control, and Best on Earth, the American rapper is scheduled to hit the stage at Surf Beach, Sunway Lagoon this November.
For more information, visit the Good Vibes website or Pouch Nation to purchase your ticket.

8. DPR The Regime World Tour

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When: 2 December 2022
Where: Zepp KL
Price: Tickets start from RM200
Yes, the DPR crew is coming to Malaysia! DPR is an independent, multi-genre music and video label that was formed in 2015 and consists of artists DPR Live, DPR Ian, DPR Cream, and DPR Rem. Fans will be treated to a night full of suave lo-fi beats and hip hop grooves.
For more information, visit the Regime Tour website to purchase your ticket.

9. Jackson Wang Magic Man World Tour

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When: 17 December 2022
Where: To be announced
Price: To be announced
Hot off his appearance as the headliner of Good Vibes Weekender, Team Wang fans can rejoice again because Jackson will be coming back to KL in December! On 28 September, he announced on his social media that he will be embarking on his very first world tour for his album Magic Man. More details will be revealed in time, but he is already slated to perform in Malaysia on 17 December 2022.
Follow Jackson Wang on Instagram for the latest updates.

10. Keshi Hell/Heaven World Tour

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When: 2 to 3 December 2022
Where: Live 8, KL Convention Centre
Price: From RM188
With almost 3.5 billion listens worldwide, keshi (real name Casey Luong) has amassed a big and loyal fan base who love the singer’s melodic croons and deep lyrics. The 28-year-old artist is currently on a world tour to promote his latest album, Gabriel, which is his most personal one yet that explores themes of purpose, success, family, love, and more. Unfortunately, both dates are currently sold out so we wish you all the best in scoring a ticket!
For more information about the concert, visit Live Nation and follow Keshi on Instagram for the latest updates.

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How do you be kinder to yourself, and in turn, to others? Singer Bihzhu shares her personal story

02.03.2020
By Bihzhu

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Flipping through old family albums, and viewing my childhood memories through an adult lens, I know I had an idyllic upbringing—a sprawling kampung to run wild in, cocooned by my grandmother, doted on by my uncle and aunties, with cousins as playmates all living in the same house.
So where did this feeling of inadequacy come from?
The earliest recollection I have is 5-year-old me overhearing my neighbour describing me to her daughter: “I can’t stand her because she has a horrid face.”
I didn’t understand what I was feeling at that time, except that I felt small, and unimportant, and most of all—ugly.
It didn’t matter that no one else ever espoused the opinions of this bitter, old woman; all it took was a string of careless words from her to poison my self-esteem and perception of who I was.
It didn’t stop after that through the years—relentless teasing by my schoolmates; flippant remarks by strangers i.e. “Wah, what are you feeding your daughter? She is so fat!” and so on. Of course, it didn’t help that my adolescent years hit me with the triple combo of coke-bottle glasses, braces, and an Afro!
They say that “hurt people hurt people”. Not knowing how to deal with my own wounds, I proceeded to inflict pain upon others as means to repress my own insecurities. In high school, my sharp tongue picked out targets I deemed fatter and uglier than I was, and my wit flayed them as they ran crying to the toilets, while I hid my lacking self-esteem behind a cruel laugh.
Instead of feeling better about myself, my actions caused a downward spiral culminating more self-loathing at my unbecoming behaviour, which in turn made me lash out even more—and so it was a vicious, vicious cycle.

When I turned 15 (after a whole decade of hurt), I finally admitted and faced the cold, hard fact—that I wasn’t a kind person. I didn’t like who I was, and I didn’t want to be her anymore.
So the first step I took was to apologise to innocent schoolmates whom I had previously hurt. To this day, I count my lucky stars that they were magnanimous enough to forgive me, and that helped me to forgive myself, although that took a few more years to eventually get to.
Soon after that, I chanced upon an exercise in a children’s spiritual book. There was an illustration of a ladder, and the rungs were labelled: “I can’t; I don’t want to; I don’t know how; I want to; I can; I will, I am.” Reading those words felt like a bell reverberating through my being.
I remembered hurrying home, hiding myself in my room, and then staring at myself in the mirror while repeating all the things that I wanted to be. These affirmations have evolved a little over time, but it eventually settled into a life-changing motto that I still use today:
“I am Soul; I am beautiful. I am loved, I am enough.”
I urge you to try this battle cry out for yourself whenever you feel down and in need of a pick-me-upper.
Yes, it will feel terribly awkward at first. You probably won’t be able to look at yourself in the eye for a sustained period of time. You will feel like a fraud, and you will cry.

But I promise you, that if you keep at it, slowly but surely, the truth of your words will resonate at a level that changes who you are. You will feel the love and kindness you are showing to yourself seep into your every atom of your being. You will start standing a little straighter, you will start to believe yourself, and yes, you will still cry.
I won’t lie. Your relationship with yourself won’t be transformed overnight. There will be days where you feel like breaking the mirror and hiding away from the world forever. But keep at it, trust the process, and most of all, trust in your own power.
It took me years to stand tall today at 36-years old, fervently typing these words out on my laptop keyboard and genuinely, earnestly, and excitedly sharing with you my song, with this simple technique that changed my life completely.

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In today’s world, we are constantly inundated by society’s standards of how we are supposed to look, how much money we should earn, how we should behave in public—a mounting load from society, (at times) family, and (almost always) from yourself that can be extremely overwhelming.
Don’t cave into that pressure. Put your phone away, walk to the mirror, take a deep breath, smile and repeat this line: “I am Soul, I am beautiful, I am loved, I am enough.”
And yes, you are.
Follow Bihzhu on Instagram,  Twitter, and Facebook. Bihzhu’s latest single “I Am Enough” is available on Spotify, iTunes, Tidal, Google Play and Deezer.

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SK-II collaborates with three celebrities for its #OneBottleAwayFrom campaign
Skincare challenge

02.08.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Japanese beauty brand SK-II is taking skin transformation to the next level with its latest campaign, #OneBottleAwayFrom. Partnering with three celebrities across the globe, the campaign encompasses day-in-the-life themed films that will document their skin transformation journey with the brand’s iconic SK-II Facial Treatment Essence as they countdown towards their next spotlight moment. The all-star ensemble includes supermodel and Victoria’s Secret Angel Behati Prinsloo Levine who is preparing for her TV appearance; K-pop singer Choi Soo Young from Girls Generation who will be making her debut in an upcoming K-drama series; and promising Chinese actress Li Qin who will be starring in a period drama. Alongside the celebrities, the brand will also invite beauty influencers to join in on the #OneBottleAwayFrom challenge.

“As a brand that thrives on staying at the forefront of digital storytelling, we are thrilled to be partnering with Behati, Soo Young and Li Qin on this new campaign. These three talented personalities not only have a great relationship with their fans but more importantly, bring authenticity to their content with their unique voice on social media. We are excited to join them as they embark on their special #OneBottleAwayFrom journey of skin transformation in preparation for their next spotlight moment,” says Global SK-II marketing director Sandeep Seth.

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Review: Can the new Nike Joyride convince me to make a comeback to running?

06.08.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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I admit, I was equal parts nervous and excited upon getting assigned to this trip to Seoul to check out Nike’s latest running innovation. The former because I know that I’ll have to run (obviously, it’s a running shoe launch) and my sorry as* has not ran on gravel, or on any other trail, for the longest time now; and the latter because I was keen to see what Nike’s new silos entails after the launch of Epic React.
With a fun tagline and an all-new approach to running shoes, the Nike Joyride may have redefined my running experience—full review below:
1. Is Nike Joyride really made for intimidated (and seasoned) runners?
“Made for reluctant runners“, said the PR rep from the brand at the event in Seoul. What seemed to be a smart marketing tactic targeted to sway a percentile of the non-running, boutique-gym-only demographic is working pretty well to Nike’s advantage.
I get it—a mere 5k run can feel like a marathon to some, let alone double of that. But Nike Joyride is one of those shoes that you can put on for an extra bit of courage when it comes to giving that evening jog around your neighbourhood a go.
Coming from a former wannabe-runner (10k runs were the most I could do before I busted my meniscus), the shoes were a real kicker to explore. It was difficult to get me back on track without worrying about sore knees the next day, but these made the 5k run we had to embark on in Seoul that much easier.

2. Walking on clouds—but better
To back up my claim from the first point, here’s some technical info: the technology behind the Nike Joyride is the first of its kind for the brand—it took a decade of R&D to hit an innovation breakthrough with this pair. Hundreds of materials were tested before deciding on the material, size and shape of the beads that are in each cavity of the footbed.
This new cushioning system is made of thousands of TPE beads (a plastic and rubber copolymer) placed in zonally-tuned pods to allow the foam to expand in all directions. Think personalised cushioning, but with a unique twist.
“Under the same amount of pressure, the Joyride beads can undergo 20% more compression, and that means more cushioning, comfort and protection,” said William Moroski, Senior Product Manager of Nike. “From heel to toe, a pressure that a foot goes through is specifically measured to control the amount of beads in each part. This controls transition, stability and cushioning throughout the entire run.”

3. First impressions
The first thought that ran through my mind after stepping around in the Nike Joyride was that there’s a very distinct sensation. The unique texture of the insoles (thanks to the beads) reminded me of a reflexology mat, but tailor-made for running.
According to Moroski, the only thing that separated my feet and the beads is really a “membrane” that allows the air to flow in and out, which also allows for extra compression.
Design wise, it’s all in the details with the Nike Joyride. From the transparent heel counter to show off the proprietary tech (look at the beads, ma!) to the snazzy white-blue-orange colourway, there’s no doubt that it can complement your running gear and everyday wear.
Fun fact: keep your eyes peeled for the Nike Joyride NSW Setter—made for avid non-runners who have extra space in their Nike arsenal; dropping this August 15
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4. A run feels effortless
I could feel my feet warming up to the shoes during the first 2.5k—no chafing or tightness just yet. The roads were wet on the way to the launch event (it rained earlier that day), but the Nike Joyride held up well on the slippery ground.
Jogging uphill pushed my mental strength a fair bit, but the energy return was impressive and I didn’t feel drained despite the circumstances (it was my first run after a two-year hiatus *gulps).
A brief respite between the first and second leg gave the Nike Joyride more time to mold to the shape of my feet and toes. After completing the 5k, my feet didn’t feel sore—which is usually the first sensation I’m aware of, especially after a run.
Running on gravel was a breeze, and the shoe’s cushioning and stability were proven in between sloped and uneven terrains—my feet didn’t slide around the shoe, as it usually would as I have very narrow feet.

5. Is it made for walking, too?
Just because a shoe is great to run in doesn’t mean it’s entirely made for walking. I tested Nike Joyride’s walking efficiency en route to Kuala Lumpur from Seoul, and again earlier this week on a busy day (comprising events, running about town, the like).
I was happy to note that my big toe, back of the ankles, and sides of my feet were completely unfazed after the entire day—we’re talking after 15,000 steps. I’m guessing this has something to do with the understated design quirks of the shoe:

A piece of foam was added on the top to minimise lace pressure on the ankles
An extra plastic piece on the upper right of the Flyknit upper holds the big toe inside so it doesn’t pop out in the front when running/walking
The heel tab is pretty soft, and getting in the shoe is made easy with a stretchy internal collar

Final thoughts
Despite slightly achey knees the day after that 5k, I have to say that the Nike Joyride lived up to my expectations. The right shoes make all the difference when it comes to convincing me to get back into running, and it definitely helps that it’s light on the eyes (and soles) as well.
I probably won’t be dialing up the distance in these, but an occasional 5k wouldn’t hurt either. (Hit me up in a month to see if I hold true to my words or slack my butt off). My personal preference is the Joyride’s cushioning over the Epic React’s, then again the latter is made for running further and that’s not something I’ll be doing anytime soon.
If you’ve always been inspired to take running up but have never got the guts to, or you’re a seasoned runner who’s on the hunt for a new pair of running shoes, the Nike Joyride is a solid choice.

More colourways of the Nike Joyride Run Flyknit below:
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Nike Joyride Run Flyknit is priced at RM735; available only on Nike.com this August 15

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Versatile makeup tricks you can try with Urban Decay
Beauty with an edge

01.11.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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1. If you have five minutes to achieve a quick beauty look, what are your go-to steps?
I like to do the brows, and we have the Brow Beater to achieve a beautiful, precise brow—this is important because the brows frame your face and it makes a powerful statement. Next, BB cream for the face because you’ll have sun protection and moisturiser all in one. Then, use a blush such as the Naked Flush; mix all three shades together for an iridescent glow. Mascara is important as well, the Perversion Mascara is great because it’s a triple pigment mascara for layers without clumps. And finally, a quick lip using the Revolution High-Colour Lip Gloss because you get the pigment of a lipstick with a hydrating gloss finish.

2. How would you incorporate Urban Decay’s makeup for a twist to a classic look?
You can take an everyday classic look like the Hollywood glam cat-eye with a red lip for example, and use the Heavy Metal Glitter Eyeliner in Midnight Cowboy (which is a mix between a silver and gold) in your inner corners of your eyes for an authentic glamour with an edge to it. I also love using the Moondust Eyeshadows because it takes your look from ordinary to extraordinary. Even with a basic lip, you can use our liners as a base because it can change the colour of your lipstick—it deepens and gives it dimension.

3. An insider’s tip or trick that you always use?
I’m obsessed with our Anti-Ageing Eyeshadow Primer because not only do I use it for my eyes, but it’s great for under the eyes as a concealer. It’s hydrating and doesn’t crease as a concealer. Also, if you have lips that are dry or if the colour doesn’t go on smoothly, use the primer as a base because it allows your lipstick to glide on smoother.

4. What is a new Urban Decay favourite that you’re loving lately?
I love the classic Naked Skin Weightless Ultra Definition Liquid Makeup because it gives full coverage and it looks amazing on all types of skin tones, and it feels like second skin. It has anti-ageing peptides and a demi-matte finish so you don’t have to settle it with powder. But something new I love is the Brow Beater because it makes a huge impact on your brows—it plays with the toughness and softness of a pencil and powder brow filler, so you get a line but with a smooth creamy feel and it doesn’t feel like it’s scratching on your skin.

5. What is the best beauty advice you have received and love to give?
Don’t limit yourself and don’t put yourself in a “box”. I personally love to use products that are multifunctional, like our 24/7 Glide-On Lip Pencils for our eyes and also as a lip colour instead of as an outline. It’s all about enhancing your features and embracing what you have instead of hiding it. For example, you can get dewy, glowing skin with Naked Illuminated—I love to scrape a bit of the product off and mix it with a pump of foundation together for a highlighter-foundation. This creates an illuminated, glowing effect that doesn’t give an oily sheen.

6. What do you think the most important step is in a woman’s beauty routine?
Taking care of your skin is number one. I recommend using our B6 Vitamin-Infused Complexion Prep Spray; it’s not a setting spray or a primer, but it’s a leave-on toner. It reduces redness and minimizes pores and oil production, kind of like a skin treatment. It has willow bark so it helps balance out sebum production. I’m obsessed with it myself!

7. How would you suggest using the Vice4 or Electric Pressed Pigment palettes for those who are apprehensive about colour?
The Vice4 can look terrifying if you’re used to the Naked palettes. I love to use colour as an accent rather than a dominate shade. You can do your regular smoky look with the Naked colours, and then apply a Vice4 colour at the lower lash line; or wet your brush using our All-Nighter Setting Spray and use it as an eyeliner on the upper lash line as well.
The Electric palette is for those who love to experiment and have fun. I recommend using one shadow at a time for a pop of colour instead of all of it at once. You can use it as hair chalk by rubbing your hair on the shadow itself or applying the colour on your hair using your fingertips. It’s pure pigment and a different formula from Vice4, so it can be used on your hair and washes off easily, and also on your lips as a lipstick or lip gloss. Take a mascara wand to shave off the product so it becomes loose, then mix it with a colourless lip gloss and you’ll have the perfect lip colour and stain.

8. What is one quick and easy way to highlight your eyes?
Line the eyes with a slight cat-eye for a longer illusion and natural “lift”. With darker eye shadows, use it as an accent shade rather than it being the dominant shade. Always highlight the brow bone and inner corners of your eye. If you have hooded eyelids and you don’t have a prominent crease, you need to go dark on the lid and the definition will be higher up, nearer to where the crease would be.

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24 Minutes with Albin Johansson and Max Svärdh, the founders of contemporary label Axel Arigato

19.08.2020
By Joan Kong

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The sneaker industry is undoubtedly a crowded market, but there’s a Swedish brand that already has a piece of that pie, and it’s all thanks to social media and word-of-mouth. Enter Axel Arigato—a contemporary Swedish fashion label that started out as a sneaker brand with one simple mission: To disrupt the industry by foregoing seasonal collections and traditional sales channels. Its focus? Engaging with customers directly via a digital-first approach. Staying true to its Scandi roots, its design aesthetic is all about refined athleticism, and its offerings—which now include ready-to-wear and accessories—are pulled together with a sustainable focus.
Since it was established in 2014, the brand has since garnered over 566k followers on Instagram, and it counts It-listers including Bella Hadid, Justin Bieber, Chris Evans, and Margot Robbie as some of its clients.

Below, CEO Albin Johansson and creative director Max Svärdh give us an insight into the world of Axel Arigato, and how they’re taking things one step at a time:
Let’s go back to the start. How did the name ‘Axel Arigato’ come about?
Albin Johansson (AJ): We wanted to create a literary figure to shift the focus from ourselves. The individuality of the name meant that no one could associate the name with anything else and it would be free to create its own value and image.

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Tell us more about the origins of the brand.
AJ: We founded the brand in 2014 in our hometown Gothenburg and started working on it about a year before that. We were both working with e-commerce and wanted to create something new that was different from what already existed in the market at that point. Basically we didn’t believe that the traditional distribution model was the future nor did we think high quality products needed to cost as much as they did at that point.
In order to differentiate ourselves from other brands we decided to begin with only selling through our website and work with word-of-mouth and marketing through social media to increase brand awareness. We also started immediately with our concept ”Drop of the Week” which allows us to forego traditional seasons and launch at least one new product every week.

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What do you think makes the Axel Arigato sneakers stand out in a sea of minimal kicks?
AJ: For us, Axel Arigato is so much more than just products, it is the combination of several parameters that makes us unique. We are very particular with each aspect of the brand—the products, the packaging, the experience we provide be it online or in-store, the content that we produce on a daily basis, and even down to the distribution. If we can create all these unique elements at an honest price point that we’re offering, we do believe that we’re creating great value for our customers.

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Max Svärdh (MS): In terms of products, we love the balance of timeless core and newness. What makes our brand interesting is the variety of products. From the get-go, we aimed to create products that could seamlessly walk between different worlds and transition from day to night, from professional to social life.
Has the COVID-19 pandemic affected your business?
AJ: Although we temporarily closed our physical stores, traffic to the website grew and the social media strategy shifted to engage even more online. We hosted a series of digital events, increased focus on TikTok and improved our digital marketing overall. It has given the team new energy and we’re confident that we will come out of this even stronger. At the end of the day, Axel Arigato is a digitally native brand and we didn’t have to adapt that much—we were already working with a digital mindset at a fast speed.
What’s the biggest challenge when it comes to launching and sustaining a sneaker brand in such a competitive market?
AJ: In a world that is rapidly changing, it is very important that you know your audience and act responsively to different changes, otherwise why be in the business at all? That has been the Axel Arigato spirit from day one. MS: You constantly need to reinvent yourself, which is one of the biggest challenges in fashion but also the most interesting one. As a brand, you always need to have your finger on the pulse.

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Tiny homes you’ll actually want to live in
The simple life

18.12.2015
By Buro247

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We’re cramped for space. Our planet is so huge yet our increasingly dense population leaves us starving for space; space is scarce and thus expensive. It’s no wonder everyone’s going crazy about the concept of tiny homes – living spaces that measure between some 100 to 400 square feet.

It may sound like we’re living like sardines, but here’s a pacifying thought: the less space there is, the less fuss there has to be. Tiny homes promote simpler living, de-cluttering and optimising the space you have to make it more efficient, leaving you with more freedom with your time and wallet. The most important point of all, is that the less you consume with a home, the less impact you have on the environment.

Besides, tiny home developers have made these miniature living spaces quite irresistible with some clever interior know-how. Here are ten tiny homes that would probably prod you closer towards embracing the concept. If not, these will inspire any other space-saving needs you may have:

Minimod by MAPA architects

This sustainable, minimalist home by MAPA architects is built off-site, so there’s no construction impact on the surrounding environment.
Images from MAPA

Japanese-inspired forest cabin by Brian Schulz

Built by kayak instructor Brian Schulz, this cosy little two-storey cabin was inspired by traditional Japanese architecture, with a budget of $11,000.
Images from Brian Schulz

Blair Barnhouse by Alchemy

A refurbished barnhouse becomes a beautiful, airy living space, designed by Alchemy. Light filtering additions, large openings and loft and cellar bedrooms make this creation fit for an entire family to live in.
Images from Alchemy / weeHouse

10 x 10 Home by NOMAD Micro Homes

An eco-conscious home that measures a mere 10 square feet, this model from NOMAD Micro Homes  may appear tiny, but holds a living room, a kitchen, a sleeping area, a bathroom and even a deck.
Images from NOMAD Micro Homes

Beach cabin by Crosson Clarke Carnachan Architects

Measuring at 430 square feet, this award-winning beach cabin is as big as any modern studio apartment you’d find in or around the city. Meant for coastal living, this little hut is built on sleds to combat erosion
Images from Crosson Architects

Cabin on stilts by Olson Kundig Architects

An elevated cabin built to avoid flooding, this 350 square foot cabin comes with steel shutters that can be closed for added security if its inhabitants are away.
Images from Olson Kundig Architects / Benjamin Benschneider

The Eagle Microhome by John Murchie

It looks like your typical terrace house, but it measures at 350 square feet. Designed by  inventor, industrialist and humanitarian John Murchie, this house design uses a patented steel technology that is half the weight of wood, and nearly half the price too.
Images from Murch-Tech Consulting Corp

Portable cabin by Escape Traveller

Redefining the traditional RV home, Escape Traveller’s portable cabin turns a stuffy vehicle attachment into a fully-functional cabin you can haul around.
Images from Escape Traveler

Pod home by Idladla

Only available in South Africa, this nano-home has all the essentials packed up into a mere 186 square feet of space, and is perhaps better suited for those who love the outdoors. It uses solar power and its space can comfortably accommodate two.
Images from Idladla

The Matchbox by Boneyard Studios

A project that began in 2012, the Matchbox is designed to be a self-sustaining, zero-waste home. Measuring 140 square feet, this home comes with a rain-catcher, skylights, and wide windows that cool the structure.
Images from Boneyard Studios

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ICYMI: #BestofBuro (11 – 17 Sept 2017)

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17.09.2017
By Gwen Ong

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Buro 24/7 Singapore: Iconic street style photographer, Tommy Ton discusses about all things fashion with Editor-in-chief, Norman Tan in this exclusive interview. The shutterbug describes a fashion victim as someone who needs to be wearing new clothes all the time – food for thought?

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Buro 24/7 Australia: Didn’t think you can lose weight while you sleep? Think again. Fitness guru Dan Henderson reveals simple ways to burn calories as you snooze. And it’s backed by science too! Intrigue? Let’s just say it will involve a training technique called ‘high intensity interval training’ or ‘HIIT.

Buro 24/7 Malaysia: Fresh off the success of KL2017 Games, we’re now gearing up for the 9th ASEAN Para SEA Games that kicks off today. The fight continues as our ‘luarbiasa’ athletes compete in 16 different sporting events for this edition. Read all you need to know about the Para SEA Games here.

Buro 24/7 Middle East: There’s a new creative space dedicated to fashion, film and jewellery industries in Dubai Design District. Get first look inside the newly opened Swarovski Creative Center where it will serve as the inspirational hub for creative talent to develop and thrive.

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How beauty brands are supporting the ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement

02.06.2020
By Wei Yeen Loh

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As mass protests and demonstrations over the death of George Floyd and police brutality enter its seventh consecutive day in the United States, a string of beauty brands have stepped up to pledge their support for the #BlackLivesMatter movement.
Whether allocating funds to organisations that fight racial injustice or taking part in #AmplifyMelanatedVoices and #BlackoutTuesday (ceasing the posting of branded content on social media and closing the doors of brick-and-mortar stores), brands such as Glossier, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Marc Jacobs Beauty and more are proving that taking action is perhaps the most important first step to creating change—and there is no better time than now to stand in solidarity.
Glossier

Glossier has pledged a total of USD$1 million in the form of grants (to Black-owned beauty businesses) and funds to organisations that aim to combat racial injustice. Their initiative has been lauded by users on social media—”The most impressive corporate statement I’ve seen. Words and action,” tweeted one user, and “Do international shipping so we can support you!” wrote another.
Sunday Riley

Sunday Riley penned a heartfelt message in the caption of an Instagram post on her namesake beauty label, stating that she went to the same high school as George Floyd, albeit in a different year. “We had entirely different lives, different opportunities, and faced different challenges. Had we both been in the exact same situation, at the exact same moment, I think it would have ended differently for me. Actually, I know it would have. That reality pierces me to my core,” she wrote. “Being from Houston, as a team, we want to support the Black community locally and are looking for meaningful ways that we can support … we are limited in our resources, but not in our voice.”
Biossance

Sustainable beauty brand Biossance has pledged USD$100,000 to organisations including ACLU, the Minnesota Freedom Fund, Color of Change and Black Lives Matter. They’ve also included a list of educational resources on podcasts, books, films, petitions and organisations on their Instagram Highlights.
Youth To The People

Youth To The People was one of the first few beauty brands that spoke up earlier this week, posting a slew of posts on the importance of calling out racism and demanding justice. “Not everyone can give, and not everyone has a platform to amplify the message. We believe that the words spoken in your home, among your friends and family, and to your children are transformative. Speak for justice,” said the caption. The brand has also opted to mute its channels on #BlackoutTuesday. “This is not a day off. This is a day to reflect, have hard conversations, and find ways to make real change through action. We ask you to join us.”
Versed

Versed’s corporate statement on the importance of getting educated speaks volumes, as seen on its Instagram post two days ago. “Being silent is being complicit. If you’re not discussing anti-Black racism, please educate yourself and start bringing it to the forefront. We’re responsible for the society we live in. That means making it equitable for members of our Black community. It’s a process. Do your research and tackle your own belief system, uplift Black voices, talk to family members and friends who may not want to speak up. Now is not the time to sit back. It’s okay to not have it all figured out, take the steps needed to make our communities safe and fair.”
Herbivore Botanicals

Non-toxic beauty brand Herbivore Botanicals has promised to donate 100% of its profits from this weekend to Black Lives Matter, along with a vow to make the amount donated public (according to a reply to one of its comments) once it’s been calculated. “That’s very generous especially considering the pandemic impact on businesses. This shows how committed you are as a company and your ethics,” commended a user on the same Instagram post.
Summer Fridays

Alongside making donations to Black Lives Matter and Minnesota Freedom Fund, Summer Fridays has also shared a compilation of Black-owned beauty brands as an effort to support the community.
ILIA

Clean beauty brand ILIA has spoken out against racism and injustice on Instagram, followed by a pledge to donate $50,000 to a few organisations and initiatives. Check out more anti-racism resources on its website here.
First Aid Beauty

First Aid Beauty has stepped up with a corporate donation to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, along with a personal donation by founder Lilli Gordan to match. “We stand with the #blacklivesmatter movement and will continue to do our part as a brand and as individuals to support our Black community,” said the caption in the post on Instagram.
Krave Beauty

Krave Beauty has always championed inclusivity in its ethos, from featuring a diverse cast of models in its ad campaigns to offering skincare solutions for all skin types. Just a few hours ago, the brand announced that it will participate in the #AmplifyMelanatedVoices initiative by muting branded content on its Instagram feed from June 1 to 7,  “in order to give more visibility to the #BlackLivesMatter movement and create more opportunities for Black voices to be heard. We will be bringing light to important issues affecting the Black communities.”
Marc Jacobs Beauty

Marc Jacobs Beauty has announced that they will donate to the #BlackLivesMatter movement, along with a plea to the public to sign petitions with the NAACP and Change.org to shine the spotlight on these relevant issues.
“In solidarity with the Black community, our employees, our friends, our families and our colleagues across industries, we are proud to take part in #BlackoutTuesday. Fighting racism, racial inequality and injustice doesn’t stop with financial donations or words of support: Marc Jacobs Beauty will not be conducting any business on Tuesday, June 2. This is not a day off: This is a day to reflect and to find ways to make lasting change.”
Hourglass Cosmetics

Cruelty-free beauty brand Hourglass Cosmetics has donated USD$100,000 across five organisations—NAACP, Black Lives Matter, Marsha P. Johnson Institute, Loveland Foundation and Thurgood Marshall College Fund; with brief descriptions in the Instagram post caption on how each organisation is combating racial injustice. “Thank you for being specific and intentional with your post. So many brands are failing to be genuine and intentional and we as the consumer see right through the vague, passive posts! This is awesome and I am proud to continue to support your brand!” wrote one user.
Anastasia Beverly Hills

Apart from pledging a USD$1 million donation (starting with a $100,000 donation across a few non-profit organisations), Anastasia Beverly Hills has also vowed to roll out new initiatives to support Black-owned businesses and artists in the beauty industry.

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Clarins introduces a new skincare duo to firm up your skin

10.08.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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It’s no secret that Clarins has always been at the forefront of anti-ageing skincare marvels—from the brand’s first Extra-Firming Night Cream introduced back in 1978 to its latest ingredient discovery that has spurred a new dynamic skincare duo. It’s no wonder that three Extra-Firming Creams are sold every minute across the globe!
This time around, Clarins is making sure that you don’t freak out upon seeing the first defining signs of age when you look into the mirror. But before we delve into the new formula, here’s what you’d never know about your skin, that Clarins has recently discovered: There are “youth reservoirs” (basically clusters of young cells that promote skin regeneration) in your skin that will drop in number with age, thus leading to a loss of firmness as well. In case that piece of information is making your skin stressed out as you read this, fret not, for the brand’s latest Clarins Extra-Firming Day and Night Cream will add a spring back to your skin.

What makes both creams potent is a new plant extract from kangaroo flower, found to stimulate the regeneration of the skin along with preserving the environment of youth reservoirs. Other active ingredients (organic mitracarpus, desert date extract, shea oil and Clarins’ anti-pollution complex) help to lift, moisturise, and protect the skin from environmental pollutants.
For maximum results, apply the Clarins Extra-Firming Day Cream in the daytime after your serum. It has a lightweight, melting texture sans a greasy residue. At night, pat on the Extra-Firming Night Cream before you tuck in to envelope the skin with a creamy, moisturising barrier.

Now available at all Clarins counters, boutiques and Skin Spas nationwide.

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ICYMI: #BestofBuro (24 – 30 April 2017)

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30.04.2017
By Gwen Ong

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Buro 24/7 Singapore: One for the boys! For dapper clothes and cool sartorial style, you’ll never be too far away from the fashionable crowd in Singapore. Bookmark this link for the five menswear stores to get suit up and accessorise.

Buro 24/7 Middle East: Chloe Gosselin may be better known as the wife of famous illusionist David Copperfield but she wears her own hat as a shoe designer. Get acquainted with the mother-of-one and her eponymous shoe brand here.

Buro 24/7 Australia: We may be well into the second quarter of the year but we’re not giving up on our fitness goals yet! In fact, we’ll tell you why and how to set the right goals whether for the short or long term.

Buro 24/7 Malaysia: Mother’s Day is coming up and don’t say we didn’t give you a heads up with a thoughtful gift for mummy dearest. Check out these Malaysian bakers who will get her hearts afluttering with their gorgeous cakes.

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RinggitOhRinggit and Her Duit on their best and worst investments, plus tips to start investing

05.10.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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Although the list of the world’s richest investors today are dominated by men (the likes of Warren Buffet, Timothy Sykes, and George Soros), multiple studies by Fidelity Investments and Emerging Affluent Study suggest that women generally outperform men when it comes to investing.
The statistics show that women earn roughly one per cent more on investments compared to men, despite learning 20 per cent less, on average. These studies also found that women are less impulsive investors and more disciplined savers than men, which contribute to their higher investment returns.
With that said, we spoke to two renowned Malaysian female investors and personal finance writers to learn more about their best and worst investments, as well as tips for newbies (no matter your gender) to start your investment journey.
Get to know them and their take on investment ahead:

Suraya Zainudin of Ringgit Oh Ringgit

Suraya is a writer, speaker, and founder of personal finance website ringgitohringgit.com, one of the leading blogs on all things money-related in Malaysia. She also curates a book series called Money Stories from Malaysians.
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Michelle Chin of Her Duit

After working in the tech industry with a background in mathematics and statistics from university, Michelle developed a natural affinity towards personal finance and launched Her Duit as a platform to share her journey. She is also the co-founder of digital pet health insurance startup Oyen, which launched in April this year.
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BURO: Tell us how you started your investment journey.
Suraya: My investment journey started with EPF, even though I didn’t realise I was investing for my retirement at the time. All I knew was the deductions were mandatory so I didn’t question it. It was only in my mid-20s that I realised what a great system it was—not all countries have this in place.
If you don’t count EPF, then my ‘first’ investment was Amanah Saham Bumiputera, which I leveraged with ASB financing. Soon after that, I got sucked into gold investment. It was hard not to—the ‘gold rush’ in the early 2010s was all everybody talked about. I was lucky to have sold most of my gold before it dropped spectacularly. That was the time I learned the difference between investing (long-term mindset) and trading (short-term buy and sell).
Michelle: My investment journey is an unusual one! I was taught that fixed deposits are the safest place to store your money (it is safe but it is not an investment!) so that was what I did for the longest time. When I was 24, I was introduced to blockchain and the world of cryptocurrency, so I leaped from fixed deposits into buying crypto, bypassing everything in between.

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BURO: When did you start taking investment seriously and what was your game plan at the time?
Suraya: I started taking investments more seriously as I earned and save more money, and looked for ways to grow them. In addition, I also enjoy researching and writing about my investments on ringgitohringgit.com, where I get additional tips and feedback from my audience, so that’s cool.
Currently, I am invested in ASB, Gold, Private Retirement Scheme-specific Unit Trust, P2P financing, ETFs (bought directly and via robo-advisory platforms) and cryptocurrencies.
Michelle: After crypto, I started investing passively into ETFs but I really started investing more seriously and with a more solid game plan right before the pandemic. My side hustle income was consistent and a pretty good sum, and my salary was also growing—so instead of spending more of it on travelling and shopping, I thought I should pour more money into investing instead.
My plan was to learn all the different types of asset classes, learn about different investment platforms so that I can make an informed decision about what type of investments suited my style, time horizon, risk level, and retirement goal the best.
BURO: What is your “why” when it comes to investing? Has it changed over the years?
Suraya: My first ‘why’ is probably the same as everyone else’s ‘why’—I simply want more money. However, I’ve since realised that money means different things for different people. For some, money represents status; for others, power. For me, money is primarily security. The world is so hostile to women but I refuse to live my life in fear so the way I see it, having money can defend me in most risky situations.
Nowadays, my ‘why’ is more nuanced. It’s a great tool for defence, but also a source of personal growth. I enjoy learning how to grow my wealth, and learning how to use mindfully spend it for happiness (I used to find it hard to spend money).

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Michelle: My long-term investing plan has always been about financial independence. I knew I had to invest for the long-term and for retirement. But it was only after I was more exposed to personal finance that I found that I could actually be financially independent by 38/39 without having to work anymore. I wasn’t aware of the FI/RE (financial independence, retire early) movement until I started learning more about personal finance. And I’ve never thought that it was possible to ‘retire’ well before 65 years old.
My ‘why’ today is skewed towards FI/RE more but still balancing living a life instead of being extremely frugal. It’s about making sure that the decisions I make about money today makes me feel good today and 10, 20, 30, 40 and 50 years from now.

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BURO: What is the best investment advice you’ve ever received?
Suraya: The best advice is that there is no single ‘best’ investment (or financial) advice; everything is contextual. Experts contradict each other all the time, so stop looking for ‘that one tip’. The best I can offer here is all financial advice boi

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Best Raya ads of 2020: How brands are using technology to their advantage

24.05.2020
By Marissa Chin

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Muslims around the world will be celebrating Raya a lot differently this year—without the boisterous family gatherings and open houses, families will have to seek new ways to enjoy each other’s company amidst the CMCO. Likewise, Hari Raya ads have always been highly anticipated this time of the year for companies to showcase their creativity as per tradition, and this year they had to look for other alternatives to deliver the same message in a different way.
From cutting-edge use of animation to innovative illustrations, here are some of the most creative Raya campaigns that went above and beyond the physical obstacles posed by the CMCO.
Maxis
From the nation’s telecommunications company, Maxis launched their first ever 8D audio film this week called Suasana Syawal Sempurna, featuring the voice of young Haziq as he reminisces on some of the things everyone loves about Hari Raya celebrations. 8D refers to futuristic audio technology that immerses the subject through spatial 3D audio, as if they are in the middle of what is happening. Therefore, the ad is best listened to on headphones for the best effect.

According to Tai Kam Leong, Maxis’ head of Brand and Marketing, the short ad that is entirely audio was made with the intention to “first stir the listeners’ imagination to picture the perfect Raya in their own ways, as everyone has a unique take on what makes the occasion meaningful to them.”
The ad was used as a prelude which shortly followed with a video ad that combined both audio and visual images of past and present Raya celebrations. The ad showed that Malaysians have experienced imperfect Rayas before—from natural disaster-stricken areas and distanced loved ones, underprivileged and impoverished communities—and yet, still found ways to have joyful and positive celebrations.

Kiehl’s Malaysia
Local KL-based illustrator, Dzurina Dzulkhaini worked together with global skincare brand, Kiehl’s to create artsy illustrations for their Raya campaigns. The Kiehl’s website is daintily decorated with beautiful illustrations and doodles that reflect Dzulkhaini’s personal experience with Raya celebrations—all done with just an Apple iPad Pro and Apple Pencil.

Check out the illustrations in their full detail on Kiehl’s website here.
Petronas
Petronas is heralded amongst Malaysians as the company to put out top-tier tear-jerking ads that pull at all of our heartstrings. And this year, Petronas still managed to achieve that with their Raya ad this year titled “Antara Dua Jendela”.

The video combines the use of mixed media animations that is beautifully drawn to give an anime-like quality. The festive campaign centres around two neighbours in a small village as they experience the changing tide of Raya over the years.
Grab Malaysia
The popular car-sharing app decided to do a homestyle video for their Ramadan festive campaign this year. To stick with CMCO guidelines, Grab re-designed their concepts so that the video would be shot entirely from home. In an interview with A+M, regional country marketing head, Sulin Lau, explained that the team in Malaysia analysed Google Trends data to understand what their consumers were generally searching for this Ramadan period.

For their ad, props had to be delivered to the actor’s home and directions were given virtually. The series of videos gave a much more lighthearted, personal and friendly feel. “We simplified the films to be vlog-style, lighter on equipment and his family helped out with recce by taking photos of the different rooms in the house. There was a lot of ‘DIY-ness’ in here,” said Lau.
Ikano Centres
Ikano Centres, under IKEA Southeast Asia, have recently launched a Raya ad that would no doubt please the younger masses. For their #TiptokRaya campaign, it engages audiences to participate in a dance challenge, featuring three elder generation ‘Toks’ who give advice and cooking tips to younger family members on how to keep the cultural traditions alive.

It is the first Raya brand film to feature a fully optimized 9:16 ratio for the audiences’ viewing pleasure. On their activation page, it also comes with the three full instructional dance videos, customised AR filters and stickers as well as a self-composed #TiptokRaya song.
Ensemble’s GM Phang Mei Jeng explains that due to the CMCO, many younger family members and grandchildren would be clueless on how to prepare dishes for Raya celebrations which their ad hopes to help in a fun way. “The ‘Toks’ devise a clever way to connect with the younger generation by demonstrating their Raya prep tips through unique #TipTokRaya dances on TikTok,” Phang added.

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A beginner’s guide to appreciating champagne

18.11.2018
By Rachel Au

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As the upcoming holiday season approaches, we’re already thinking of all the ways to celebrate—and that clearly calls for champagne. It’s sweet yet complex, carries the most beautiful golden colour and is so easy to drink. Some people talk about the art of appreciating wine, but what of the bubbly? For the questions that most people ponder about, the following experts have the answers: Marie-Christine Osselin, Wine Quality Manager of Moët & Chandon; Fabrice Ogier, Business Development Manager at Veuve Clicquot; and Laurent Robert, 4th generation owner of the Champagne Laurent Robert estate as well as the man behind Delia Wines Sdn Bhd, which specialises in boutique French wines, champagne and armagnac.

“Are there rules to drinking champagne?”
Marie: The first, and probably the most important rule is its serving temperature. It can vary according to the different champagne qualities. For example, you will really enjoy Moët Impérial if served at a temperature between 8°C and 10°C. For a Grand Vintage, we would rather serve it at 10-12°C to best express its sophisticated flavours and mature notes.
The second thing is glassware. Champagne is a wine with two fermentations and time in the cellar for maturation (that can vary from several months to several decades). So you have to let it breathe to taste the complexity, the yeasty notes and the personality of the wine. The longer time it spends in the cellars (during its maturation), the more the champagne has to breathe, so it needs a larger glass, like a white wine glass or a special champagne tasting glass like our Grand Vintage flute. As for the Moët Impérial, you can try to taste it in different glasses, and I can assure you that you will be surprised.

Fabrice: Champagne is perfect for the aperitif but is also a very interesting wine for food pairings — just avoid dishes that are spicy or strong-flavoured. Another suggestion I have is to use wine glasses instead of traditional flutes as your champagne will have more contact with oxygen and thus be able to better express its aromas.

“How do I know if the champagne is good or bad?”
Marie: Wine tasting is very personal and sometimes a champagne is better for one but not for someone else. But generally, the first thing to look out for is the colour: a champagne needs to have a bright gold colour. The older the wine gets, the deeper its gold colour will turn. If you serve a brut non-vintage champagne and you see a copper colour, it could be a sign of bad storage, and the taste could be oxidised. The size of the bubbles is also an interesting detail. When you see a fine effervescence, you can easily feel the complexity and the taste of a particularly delectable champagne. Finally, your champagne must not present a cork nose — a low-quality one can taint the taste.
Fabrice: The aromas must be elegant and fresh because otherwise, it could mean it came from bad storage conditions. The effervescence must be present but still elegant — no effervescence can mean that your champagne is too old, a very strong one, or not real champagne.
Robert: You can always tell within the first few sips. If it is bad, it will be very acidic, giving a burning sensation to the throat. A good champagne has the smallest bubbles in the glass and will give you a pleasant aroma and the right acidity.

“What should I look out for when picking a bottle of champagne?”
Fabrice: First, keep in mind that champagne only comes from the Champagne region in France — it’s a protected appellation. No other region or country can produce it. The climate and the soil of the region make it really unique and the only one adapted to produce it. Then, picking a famous name is always a sure choice. As Madame Clicquot’s motto goes, “Only one quality, the finest,” and we do our best every day to be loyal to her word.
Robert: It’s difficult to do that without tasting it but there are some things you can tell from the label. Firstly, champagnes are categorised as Extra Brut, Brut, Extra Dry, Sec and Demi-sec, depending on their sugar levels. These can be somewhat confusing, but just keep in mind that in wine terms, “dry” is the opposite of “sweet”. Next, they’re also categorised as “Vintage” or “Non-Vintage” (NV on the label), which means they either come from a single year or are a blend of several different years. Then, look at the producer or area of the vineyard it was made from. Sometimes you can find really good champagne from boutique growers too.

“How should a bottle of champagne be kept, considering Malaysia’s weather?”
Marie: After the champagne bottle is opened (and you wish to keep it for one more day), you just have to use a special cork that protects the bottle pressure and the bubbles. Then, finish it the day after. That said, the best choice is to always to finish your bottle on the same day.
Fabrice: If you don’t have your own wine cellar, I suggest you don’t store it at home for too long and visit your favourite wine shop each time you want to indulge in a bottle.
Robert: It can be stored in your refrigerator at home, which is usually between 5-7°C. But if you want to keep it for longer, it is better to store it in a wine cellar (12 14°C). Then, just before serving it, put it in the refrigerator to cool it down to 7-10°C. Once a bottle of champagne is opened, it is common to finish it or else the bubbles would disappear and become flat like a white wine.

“Champagne is often linked with a drink meant for celebrations but how do I pair it with food?”
Marie: Since “saltiness” is the single sensation missing from brut champagne’s flavour profile, it is a perfect counter-balance to savoury dishes. That is why Moët & Chandon’s brut and extra-brut champagnes are normally paired with amuse-bouches, appetisers, and light main courses, and less suited to sweetened desserts.
Robert: Champagne is commonly served to pair with food like caviar, oyster, sashimi and seafood or fish-based dishes. It is also served with desserts at the end of courses.

Bonus: How does your brand of champagne differ from others?
Marie: For nearly three centuries, Moët & Chandon has been making champagne at the cadence of grape harvests. Nature, and its fruit, are the first source of champagne’s grandeur and uniqueness. A deep-rooted respect for the fruit of nature means that those who love Moët & Chandon’s champagnes will always find the bright fruitiness of nature in every sip.
Fabrice: Since its foundation, Veuve Clicquot has been the house of Pinot Noir, a grape variety that brings body, structure and a real character, always with elegance. We’re also loyal to the spirit of innovation of Madame Clicquot, a 27-year-old widow who accepted the challenge to run a business in 1805, who was behind major innovations such as the first vintage, the riddling table of the first rosé produced by blending red wine.
Robert: The Champagne Laurent Robert estate is in the first village of the ‘Cote des Blancs’, Cuis, France where Chardonnay grapes of prime quality are grown. We first started out by harvesting grapes in the estate to make champagne and then sold them to big houses at a premium price. Thus, Champagne Laurent Robert is made from the same prime quality of grapes that make the distinctive quality of champagne.

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NYFW SS19 day 2: Tory Burch, Kate Spade and Ralph Lauren

08.09.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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Tory Burch
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Who: This season, Tory Burch was inspired by the wanderlust spirit of her parents, Buddy and Reva Robinson, adventurers whom used to pack their bags every summer and spend six weeks sailing from Italy and Greece to Morocco and Spain.
Where: Burch worked with landscape architect Miranda Brooks, beautifying the courtyard of Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum to evoke a slice of Italian summer in New York City.
The Low-down: The collection oozed relaxed chic and practicality, just the sort of wardrobe we’d imagine the Tory Burch woman to lounge in on a resort getaway; think crisp white shirt dresses, flowy caftans and tunics, safari suiting, trench coats, and comfy knits, paired with well-worn hats, woven sneakers and lace-up booties. The mostly muted colour palette is punctuated with colourful yet delicate embroidery, boho stripes and scarf prints.
Buro Loves: Burch’s translation of nostalgia into covetable accessories, like the jewellery inspired by the worry beads her father used to wear, and modern iterations of the camera bags her parents’ carried on their travels.

Kate Spade New York
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Who: The collection marks the debut of new creative director Nicola Glass since former longtime chief creative officer Deborah Lloyd stepped down in November last year.
Where: The Celeste Bartos Forum at the New York Public Library was doused in saccharine lilac hues, setting the tone for the show.
The Low-down: “She left a little sparkle everywhere she went”, read the quote on the blush-coloured notecards left on the guest seats—a small but sweet gesture in memory of Kate Spade after her sad passing in June this year. Glass carried the brand founder’s sparkle forward with a bright, spirited collection that shined with retro cues. Blouses with bishop sleeves are layered with pretty frocks and sleeveless knits, ’70s florals and prints deck many an ensemble. Take a closer look and you’ll see the brand’s iconic spade-shaped logo sprinkled throughout the looks, whether it’s incorporated in floral prints or woven together to create the dorie bucket bags.
Buro Loves: How the opening look served as the most graphic yet subtle use of the spade logo—Glass’ artful answer to logomania while staying true to the brand heritage.

Ralph Lauren
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Who: Ralph Lauren celebrates his label’s 50th anniversary in grand, cinematic style—with over a hundred looks, no less. The breadth of respect and admiration for revered designer is reflected in the extensive guest list, which ranged from Hollywood darlings Jessica Chastain and Anne Hathaway to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to hip-hop extraordinaire Chance the Rapper, as well as fellow designers Tommy Hilfiger and Michael Kors, just to name some.
Where: “For my 50th anniversary, I wanted to create and share a runway experience that was deeply personal and a summation of the style I’ve always believed in: personal, authentic, and forever, in a place so quintessentially New York and so special to me—Central Park,” said Mr. Lauren. After all, New York City was where he was born and raised, and where it all started.
The Low-down: The designer’s cross-generational appeal was brilliantly executed in the monumental presentation. Cosy, eclectic layering with Western influences started the show, accented with metallic fringes and sequins from time to time for an urban edge. When they came about, the menswear suits exude polished tailoring and a classic sensibility that renders them timeless. A series of lush, mostly velvet evening gowns flaunt opulence and regality, before giving way to the American preppy style that Polo Ralph Lauren has become synonymous with in the past five decades, accompanied by adorable kids in matching childrenswear—the perfect way to close the show.
Buro Loves: A symbolism of heritage, the patchwork motif is expressed in a myriad of ensembles, from a statement coat made with Italian fabrics and Toscana shearling to the stunning gown of 132 patches (as seen on Gigi Hadid) stitched by three master artisans.

NYFW SS19 day 2 in 10 pictures:
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All the reasons to love Chanel’s J12 timepieces
Ceramic allure

03.05.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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At Baselworld earlier this year, we had the pleasure of admiring the Chanel J12 Untitled series up-close. Composed of 12 unique timpieces, each watch from J12 Untitled is decorated with an abstract number composition (from one to 12) using ceramic marquetry. When put together, the 12 pieces form a polyptych.

A graphic collection that make for statement black-and-white pieces, only one of each number will be produced, making them ultra exclusive.

So owning the J12 Untitled numbered series may be an out-of-reach dream for most of us, but there are still plenty of creations to have and to hold in Chanel’s J12 collection. Here, we’ve listed all the reasons to love J12—including some of our favourite timepieces from the iconic line:

A PIONEER
Chanel’s first automatic watch introduced back in 1999, you could say the J12 is the watch that paved the way for fashion brands looking to establish themselves in the horology world as a serious watchmaker.

CERAMIC BEAUTY
Characterised by its use of the highly resistant, virtually unscratchable material that is ceramic, the J12 also sparked the trend of high-tech ceramics in timepieces. Don’t you just love that glossy finish?

INNOVATION-CENTRIC
If gloss is not your cup of tea, Chanel’s penchant for innovation has got your back. Over the years, the house has pioneered new ceramic technologies, inspiring the birth of new high-tech materials such as titanium-infused ceramic, and matt black ceramic, a suave matte finish that can be found on the J12 3125.

FASHION DNA

It is Chanel we are talking about after all, so you can expect to have your fashion needs covered in all forms and sizes. How often do you come across a timepiece that can be worn as a ring?
Or a watch that can go from rock-star worthy to evening-appropriate in just a minute by simply slipping off the cuff.
BLING IT UP… OR NOT
Either way, you’ll find your weapon of choice in the J12 arsenal. You can settle with the shine of one of the all-ceramic beauties, or you can dial it up a notch with a bejewelled piece. To wit, meet the new J12 models that were unveiled at Baselworld 2018: the J12 Untitled in black or white ceramic and the J12 Collector—all limited to just 1,200 pieces each.
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HIGH JEWELLERY MASTERPIECES
There are even high jewellery pieces to marvel at. This is when the line between jewellery and timepiece is blurred masterfully, leading to sparkling masterpieces such as the J12 Ganse Rubis.
If you appreciate the best of both worlds when it comes to high jewellery and high complications, then the J12 Flying Tourbillon is quite the sight to behold.
Discover the entire Chanel J12 collection here.

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The best of PFW SS19 day 1: Jacquemus’ upsized raffia bags

25.09.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Lest you can’t decide on what to bring on that beach vacay in the near future, French designer Simon Porte Jacquemus’ new accessory will banish that thought in a second—by allowing you to pack anything and everything you need (and want) in his new raffia bags. While everyone else was downsizing their bag game (proof here and here), Jacquemus proved that the oversized bag silhoeutte is not going anywhere just yet. Models strutted down the runway at his SS19 show clad in airy silhouettes that left little to the imagination, but the sizeable bags toted on their arms ensured that they could transition to parties, soirées, etc right after soaking up the sun by the beach—there is no doubt that you can fit more than one outfit in it. The almost bottomless totes came in sand and a glorious brick red hue, with voluminous raffia fringe lining the sides of the bag for a rustic touch. This is likely the only statement-making accessory you need in your closet next summer.

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Tiffany & Co. paints New York City blue

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Tiffany & Co. paints New York City blue
NYC takeover

02.05.2018
By Buro247

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In conjunction with the launch of its latest campaign, “Believe in Dreams”, Tiffany & Co. is giving New York City the Tiffany Blue treatment, adding jolts of unexpected joy to the streets. Revealed on 1 May 2018, and lasting only until 4 May 2018, coffee carts in robin’s egg blue are serving complimentary special brews and croissants around town, while the city’s iconic yellow taxis have also been transformed, taking on the brand’s signature hue. To mark the Chief Artistic Officer Reed Krakoff’s debut jewellery collection for the brand called ‘Paper Flowers’, a number of bodegas from Prince Street to 57th street are adorned with buckets of paper flowers, handmade by Tiffany & Co.’s own creative team.

If you’re in the city, keep a lookout for the BMX bikers and skateboarders who will be staging freestyle tricks, and take the subway where select stations are dispensing limited-edition Tiffany & Co. MetroCards that’ll make your train ride memorable.
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Aside from that, the famous Atlas clock at Tiffany & Co.’s Fifth Avenue flagship store has also been transformed into a digital screen, airing behind-the-scenes footage and vignettes from the campaign film. Tune in to Tiffany & Co.’s Facebook page at 9am local time on 4 May 2018, to watch a special performance live from its Fifth Avenue Flagship store.

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7 Things I now know about autism after having a kid on the spectrum
A beautiful mind

02.04.2023
By Sarah Hani Jamil

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Happy World Autism Awareness Day! It’s crazy to think that around five years ago, the thought of celebrating it would’ve never crossed my mind, and admittedly, I knew next to nothing of the developmental disorder—aside from watching actor Freddie Highmore play autistic genius Shawn Murphy on The Good Doctor. As fate would have it, I would come to have a son of my own who is on the spectrum, and I have since learned so much about what it means to be neurodivergent by going on this at times peculiar, yet beautiful journey with him.
There is no single leading cause of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), although scientists have found that genetics, combined with environmental factors and other biological causes, are involved. For the uninitiated, ASD is a lifelong neurological condition affecting how people think, behave and interact. As the word ‘spectrum’ suggests, there is a vast range of symptoms and severity that people experience, and no one autistic person is the same.

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While the condition is hard to detect in infants, I had an inkling that my son, Rayhan, was atypical when he was slightly over a year old, as he wasn’t consistently responding to his name. Furthermore, he hardly smiled when we played interactive games such as Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes or Peek-a-Boo, and he seemed intensely interested in very specific things like lining up the letters of the alphabet in a neat order or playing with shapes. However, at such a young age, that didn’t feel like a huge enough concern for my husband and me, especially since each child reaches their developmental milestones at different times. Moreover, Rayhan’s paediatrician agreed to wait another year to see his progress before consulting a specialist.
Then came the language delay at two years old. Rayhan had developed his own interests but wasn’t able to express them verbally. He had his favourite toys, activities and songs, and I wanted him to communicate them to me so badly, and yet, we would both get frustrated each time he wasn’t able to. As my husband and I were working full-time jobs, we decided to send him to a neighbourhood nursery in hopes that by being around other kids, he would be able to socialise and catch up on his speech. However, that proved difficult as he constantly needed extra support from his teachers compared to his peers.

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We then felt it was time to get help from a Child Development Specialist, who, after a series of observations, tests and evaluations, confirmed what we already knew deep down in our hearts—that our sweet, beautiful little boy had high-functioning autism. At that point, the diagnosis wasn’t that difficult to accept, and instead, only made us more determined to get all the information and tools we needed to support Rayhan.
Today, he’s six years old and has improved tremendously. He can speak, knows how to do mathematics (specifically multiplication), loves learning the different alphabets of different languages, and so much more. It’s been a long, anxiety-ridden journey, and we still take every day as it comes as a slight difference in routine can undo certain progress he’s made. With all the information I now know about being a parent to a child on the spectrum, I’d like to share some of the lessons I’ve learnt for those who are in the same situation as I am or once was. Please know that these are my personal experiences, and you may merely use them as a reference in your journey.

Early diagnosis is key
Trust your instinct. As I mentioned before, I had a feeling that my son wasn’t progressing the same way a neurotypical did at as early as one year old, but I decided to wait another year before getting professional help. While I don’t exactly have any regrets, recognising your concerns early is important as it allows you to seek treatment that will improve your child’s development and quality of life.
Another important thing to note is that there are only a handful of Child Developmental Specialists here in Malaysia that can actually give you an official autism assessment and diagnosis, and the waiting list to see them can take up to six months to a year, so the earlier you make that appointment, the better.

Autism acceptance
Every parent dreams of having the perfect child, and when life throws you a curveball like this, you either fight or flee. Denial is a huge part of most autism diagnoses as many parents refuse to accept the label—especially with the stigma still surrounding the disorder—hoping their child will grow out of it. It’s fine to feel that way; you are allowed to feel angry, digest and grieve. But make sure to recover and then follow through with new plans and routines if you truly want the best for your kid. If I’m being completely honest, I still sometimes hope that Rayhan will eventually be able to function as normally as any other person would. Still, until that happens, we will keep on keeping on.

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Early intervention
Whether you’ve read up on it yourself or heard it from your Child Development Specialist, an Early Intervention Programme (EIP) will be one of the very first tools in helping your child get the support they need to go through life with autism. This programme identifies your child’s specific needs and focuses on the areas of growth they are currently struggling with. There are four main components of EIP: occupational therapy to help with fine motor skills; speech therapy to help with speech, language and communication; physiotherapy for gross motor skills, balance and coordination; and psychological treatment to help with behavioural and social skills.
A comprehensive programme covers a combination of these therapies as your child will need different help at different stages of their development. Rayhan currently attends Gilmore House in Cyberjaya, which offers a fun, play-based environment that makes learning a positive and enjoyable experience.

Not all autistic kids are the same
The autism spectrum is not linear, and while there are defining symptoms that allow the specialist to diagnose the disorder, each autistic person is unique. Take Rayhan, for example. Before he was verbal, he picked up reading on his own at two years old and would use his wooden alphabet letters to spell out things he wanted, such as water, iPad or play. I would then learn that with autism, he has hyperlexia, which, opposite to dyslexia, is an advanced learning ability that allows him to read and decode numbers well before he’s expected to.

The need for routine
Any regular human being needs daily routines in order to function and maintain good mental health. For an autistic child who has difficulty making sense of the world, routines are incredibly helpful in bringing predictability, stability and comfort to their lives, thus allowing them to be more independent.

Your need for a support system
Having an autistic kid can feel alienating for parents as they go through their challenges, so whether it’s your own family, friends or other parents with autistic kids, find your tribe. During the pandemic, my husband and I decided to move back into my parents’ house for extra support, and they have tremendously helped take the load off raising a special needs child as we juggle full-time work. Know that you shouldn’t have to go through your struggles alone and that there are plenty of support, organisations, and programmes out there that will help make life more manageable for you.

Find resources to help you cope
There are days when you’ll feel like you don’t know enough or are not doing enough for your child. Looking at other parents or autism resources will help you break through that wall. Here’s where I look for daily strength and information.

Adam’s Autism family

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This social account created by Iman Wan recounts the genuine and raw autism journey of his grown up son Adam, his family of six and their day-to-day experiences.

Autism Cafe Project

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 Adli Yahya, the father to Luqman Shariff who’s on the spectrum, provides the opportunity for ASD kids to find employment in a safe space at his cafe.

And Next Comes L

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This is an informative autism and hyperlexia website that offers details to help overwhelmed parents make sense of the diagnosis and better understand what it means.

Autism Supermoms

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I scroll through this account for a daily boost of empowerment, emotional support, and much-needed reminders.

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The most stylish street style looks from Day 1 of Milan Fashion Week AW18
A chic broad

21.02.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Yesterday marks day one of Milan Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2018 and it’s perhaps an understatement to say that the week kicked off with aplomb — from Gucci’s supernatural show replete with the freakiest props (replicas of models’ heads, baby dragons, you get the gist) to Moschino’s Pan-Am inspired getups in vivid colours. But outside of show locations, the streets gave us plenty to talk about thanks to the chic assemblage of showgoers. Like New York and London Fashion Week, the fashionable folk didn’t disappoint when it comes to head-turning #ootds. We saw bold, leopard-printed coats, head-to-toe outfits in jazzy shades of pink/green, and a prevalence of checks in the form of tartan, plaid and more. Below, feast your eyes on these street regulars who dressed to the nines on the first day of Milan Fashion Week AW18:
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These dangerous beauty trends on TikTok aren’t just ‘harmless fun’, from pegging noses to DIY vagina bleaching

22.07.2020
By BURO London

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Of all the things lockdown will be remembered for, TikTok is one. There were countless attempts to dance in phalanx to The Weeknd; to try and recreate a dalgona (aka a whipped coffee); and a triumphant effort from Gen Z to sabotage a Trump rally via the app. In addition to the already 800 million TikTok users worldwide, in February alone it was downloaded 113 million times. And of the millions of uploads, beauty videos make up a significant proportion.
The stakes to produce creative, innovative and exciting videos are high, because the amassed followings—and thus, shots at fame—are huge. Within the beauty world for example, there’s @abbyrartistry, who has 9.8 million, and ‘twinfluencers’ @shanaeandrenae who boast more than 23 million views for their vlog-style videos and identical outfits.

Under the #DIYBeauty sit 40 million tagged videos. The first video that sparked my interest was the bathrobe curl trick, which is as innocent and bizarre as it sounds. You wrap a thin towel around your head and braid your hair around it, fall asleep and wake up with hair that looks like J-Lo’s at the Superbowl. The simple tutorials seem like a game changer, especially for people like me that aren’t especially talented in the hair and make-up department.
From the nifty to the downright weird, however. TikTok’ers are also trying to make their noses more ‘streamlined’ by wearing pegs on them for a week, and procuring snails from their gardens to put on their skin, in pursuit of luminous complexions. Then there are those claiming to be able to get rid of spots ‘in just two steps!’ It was appealing, until it involved the vicious scrubbing of a face with a toothbrush, rubbing toothpaste into the spot.
For a beauty editor, and one with sensitive skin, it was the equivalent of nails scratching down a chalkboard. If only acne could be scoured away. Alas, all this actually does is create micro-tears on the skin’s surface which compromises the skin barrier, leading to sensitivity and—yep, you guessed it—more spots and potential scarring.
I soon got to even more problematic stuff. A ‘trick’ for internally bleaching your vagina with baking soda and almond oil—oh, and a lemon being placed inside it. It made Goop’s jade eggs seem pedestrian. Then there’s #skinbleaching, which has 1.8 million views. Granted, some videos highlight how harmful the practice is for skin and the issues surrounding colourism, but lots were offering homespun recipes with ingredients such as lemons, potatoes and baking soda. Or you could just purchase Intimategel’s ‘Booty Bleach’ which will apparently whiten your intimate areas for $40.
The fact that brands are using the platform to sell stuff, which by and large, seems unregulated, is worrying. For example, Truly Beauty claims to be able to lift breasts to the height they’d be if you’d had a boob job, with their acai berry magic cream. “Feed your boobs,” the video instructed me, all for a bargainous $28. It’s easy to dismiss as nonsense, but considering the account has over 7.2 million likes across their content, their sales pitch is clearly resonating.

There are however, some good Samaritans. @dermdoctor educates people on acne, as does @skincarebyhyram who unpicks the aforementioned viral videos and explains why they are so harmful. But with all the noise on TikTok, it’s hard for it not to get drowned out. So what are the repercussions?
“I definitely expect to see a rise in issues in young people such as acne and scarring. The things that you do in your teens and 20s will show up in your skin in your 30s and 40s. It’s worrying because the TikTok audience is young and impressionable,” believes Dr. Ifeoma Ejikeme, Consultant Physician and founder of Adonia Medical Clinic. (According to Oberlo, 41 per cent of TikTok users are aged 16–24).
I deleted the app for now, but I imagine it’s like blocking your ex, eventually it’s just one accidental iCloud account restore from re-downloading.
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8 Ways to recreate the Rihanna-inspired inner corner eyeliner trend

30.09.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Tired of your standard cat-eye? Let us show you how to spice your eyeliner game up.

Imagine this: You’re scrolling through Instagram, lying in bed, trying to muster the will to get up and get going for the day (and failing miserably). Your hair’s a mess, your face is greasy from your beauty sleep and you are just not feeling today.
Suddenly—you see it. The Look™. It graces your phone screen and catches your eye. Rihanna’s piercing gaze is rimmed with cobalt blue and paired with a vibrant red lip. Her hair is perfectly styled into a sleek, vintage-inspired updo. The rest of her? Draped in the very hue of cobalt blue that lines her eyes. It’s more than that, though—her eyeliner is intense, but in the best way possible.

Her makeup artist, Priscilla Ono, has given the classic coloured cat-eye a much-appreciated twist, dragging the point right into the inner corner. You stare in awe for a moment more. Suddenly, you’re overcome with emotion. You throw yourself out of bed and scream at the cosmos. Your concerned neighbours hear you exclaim “I CAN’T BELIEVE RIHANNA INVENTED COBALT BLUE!” at the top of your lungs.
Okay, maybe the scenario doesn’t play out quite like that. However, there’s no denying that this look is a surefire trend revival in the making; a great way to play with both graphic liner and colour all-in-one. In fact, this look is super flattering on those with wide-set eyes, and on those who are looking to elongate the shape of the eyes (a non-surgical fox-eye, if you will).
Here are a couple of ways you can recreate the look:
The classic accent in black

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Just like any regular cat-eye you might do, you can pair the look with an array of different eyeshadow looks. The only difference? The little tail in your inner corners. It’s not a huge switch-up, but the small point is the perfect way to easily play up the intensity of your everyday liner look.
Try: Flypencil Longwear Pencil Eyeliner
A subtle take

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This look proves that a plum-bronze eyeliner is a great way to amp up the seduction factor on your eyes, but also shows that you don’t need a super distinct point to get the lengthening effect.
This inner corner point here is just a whisper, but even in its modesty, it succeeds in elongating the eye and accentuating the ‘cat-like’ shape. Combined with the full, fluffy brows, this look is easy to dress up or down.
Tip: You don’t always need to surprise with a contrast colour—this look keeps the blush and the lips matchy-matchy with the liner to achieve the monochrome trend.
Try: Ciate Wonderwand Gel-Kohl Eyeliner
The graphic eye continuation

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Why limit yourself to a regular ol’ cat-eye? Play with two major avant-garde beauty trends to create something truly fresh. We love this architectural liner look—the muted orange-peach is subtle enough that the look is wearable for every day, but the expertly curved shape keeps things interesting.
Try: KVD Vegan Beauty Ink Well Long-Wear Matte Eyeliner
The full Cleopatra

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In the mood for something super intense? This look sure won’t be for everyone, but it’s a guaranteed way to make sure your eyes are the centre of attention. An added benefit of the uber-intense look? The extra-pronounced inner corner points help to narrow the bridge of the nose—who needs contour, anyway?
Try: Dior Diorshow 24H Stylo Waterproof Eyeliner
The reverse cat-eye

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This particular look is for the edgier souls out there—perfect for any kind of eye shape, there’s no need to fret over hooded or monolids here. Simply tight-line the lower lash line to your preferred thickness and finish with a point on either end. Voila! You’re golden.
If you’d like to take a notch down on the drama factor, replicate this liner look with an iridescent or metallic liner to instantly soften the punk vibes while keeping it distinctly individual.
Try: Marc Jacobs Beauty Highliner Liquid-Gel Eyeliner
The pop of colour

You’ve definitely seen the huge trend of popping a bit of highlight or a bold, fun colour in your inner corner. This is basically that, except more structured. Instead of the ‘glowy’ blended accent in the inner corner, we have a very defined, pointy and vibrant contrast.
This look is a great way to get the inner cat-eye look without having to commit to a full outer corner wing, making it the perfect complement to any minimal makeup day.
Try: Chanel Le Liner de Chanel
Just the tip(s)

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We love this take on the inner corner cat-eye trend—instead of a full line across the top lashes, this look plays with neon accent tips that are super reminiscent of the iconic looks on Euphoria. Use any colour combination you like; they’re all bound to be a minimalist hit!
Try: Charlotte Tilbury Eye Colour Magic Liner Duo
The bedazzle

So, not exactly a liner trick per se, but Blackpink Jennie’s bedazzled inner corner from the ‘Kill This Love’ music video captures the same striking factor of Rihanna’s cobalt point. If you’re not too confident with the liner pen (inner corners can be especially tricky to manoeuvre on some eye shapes) a gem in its place will do swimmingly.
Try: Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil
For more inspiration on how to switch up your makeup, click here.

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