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Milan Men’s SS18: How to pull off summer whites
Fresh start

22.06.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Summer whites have never seen a resurgence as they have this season, an occurrence we thank the logomania trend and sweltering temperatures for. The streets of Milan saw a plethora of pristine-white outfits, from logo tees to languid shirts that are made for the weather. While the simplest way to style a white top is to pair it with classics i.e. a pair of boyfriend jeans and slides, there are more ways that one to elevate your ensemble easily. For a chic, effortless look, head-to-toe white works everytime (when done right). A trick to ace it is to pay more attention to your accessories—what good is a canvas without a dash of colour and texture? Speaking of textures, another tip we spotted on the streets of Milan is to bring on the drama with a bottom of the similar colour palette, but with an edge. Think pleated, ruffled skirts and feathery, high-waisted pants.

Below, check out all the inspiration on how you can prove the sentiment “all white, all right”:
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BURO’s Guide to Valentine’s Day 2021: The definitive blueprint to a full-body self-pampering session

09.02.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Staying in this V-day and at a loss for special plans? There is no time like the present to treat yourself to the self-care session you deserve. With our guide, you’ll come out primed and prepped better than ever before—below, find everything you’ll need for an indulgent night in.
Step 1: Set the mood and light a candle

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Aromatherapy is a crucial step in the self-care roster; give it a miss and we’re positive you’ll regret it. Think about it—there’s nothing more off-putting than masking up and hopping into the bubble bath when there are… unaccounted for smells looming about. This exercise in self-care is all about disconnecting with the world and reconnecting with yourself, so light your favourite candle and drown out any unwanted scents.
Need some help with finding your signature scent? Look no further.
READ: 8 Cliché-free scented candles to help you set the mood
Step 2: Exfoliate…

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…your body…

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Exfoliating is probably the most time-consuming step in any beauty routine—that’s why you need to seize this alone-time and really buff away! Don’t know where to start? Find some of our personal favourites here; from the high-performance to the gentle, there’s something for everyone!
READ: The best body scrubs to buff away everything from clogged pores to cellulite
…and your scalp, too!

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Is your hair fall out of control? Your scalp might be suffering and the culprit may be anything from bad circulation to product build-up. Exfoliating is just the first step—find our picks for the best scalp scrub and find out how you can treat your mop better with our guide to scalp care.
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Food + Drink
5 of our favourite Chinese New Year set menus in KL this year

27.01.2019
By Rachel Au

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We’ve listed some of the best yee sang in town as well as where to go for Chinese New Year-themed afternoon tea sessions. What’s next? The all-rounder, of course: The set menus!

1. The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur
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There might not be a Chinese restaurant at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur but the hotel isn’t missing out on the festive occasion. Similar to last year, their Chinese Chef De Cuisine, Cheong Boon Fei and the Chua family have pulled together heirloom recipes to put together absolutely delicious set menus featuring handmade vegetarian “Jiao Zhi” dumplings with ginger vinegar, stir-fried prawn with golden seaweed crumb and pan-seared dried shrimp radish cake and more.
Availability: For lunch and dinner. Reserve either one of the private dining rooms (4-50 guests) or The Astor Room/Grand Ballroom (up to 800 guests).
Contact:  03 2727 6696 or email [email protected]

2. Li Yen at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
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With Executive Chinese Chef Ng Wing Lam from Hong Kong at the helm of the kitchen, you can be sure the dishes are both authentic and nostalgic. Besides a gorgeous yee sang designed in the shape of two flowers, some of our favourites from the menu include Steamed Giant Grouper with Cordyceps Flower, Stir-Fried Prawns with Hawthorn Flakes Sauce and Steamed Clay Pot Rice with Chinese Waxed Meat.
Availability:
4 February, Monday
Lunch: 12.00pm – 2.30pm
Dinner: 6.00pm – 10.30pm
5 to 7 February, Tuesday to Thursday
Lunch: 10.30am – 2.30pm
Dinner: 6.30pm – 10.30pm
Price:
Lunch set menus are priced from RM148 nett per person (min. four guests)
Dinner set menus are priced from RM1,988 nett per table of 10 guests
Contact: 03 2782 9122 or email [email protected]

3. Shanghai at JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur
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The yee sang is definitely a feast for the eyes of Instagram and guests can opt for delicacies such as lobster, geoduck and abalone to accompany it; but the ‘secret’ homemade sauce is surely an acquired taste (there’s a hint of wasabi in it). As for the three set menus offered, expect a grand example of Shanghainese cuisine with dishes such as Braised Superior Fish Maw Soup with Sea Cucumber and Steamed Bamboo Fish Shanghainese-style with preserved vegetable.
Availability: Lunch and dinner till 19 February 2019
Price: Starts from RM288.80 per person
Contact: 03 2719 8288 or email [email protected]

4. Wan Chun Ting at Sofitel Kuala Lumpur Damansara
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Order a la carte from Chef Leong’s Lunar New Year recommendations or opt from one of three readily-curated set menus; featuring auspicious dishes such as Double Boiled Chicken Soup with Red Mushroom and Fish Maw, Marinated Chicken with Fragrant Chinese Tea, and Double Boiled Honey Lemon with Red Dates and White Fungus.
Availability: Lunch and dinner till 19 February 2019
Price: Starts from RM2,188 nett per table of 10 guests, inclusive of a bottle of wine
Contact: 03 2720 6688 or email [email protected]

5. Yen at W Kuala Lumpur
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As a hotel brand that often strives to break the norms of tradition in favour of a contemporary take, Yen is taking that same spirit with its four Chinese New Year set menus and a la carte specials. Every dish is presented beautifully and though familiar, the taste is a burst of flavours—a result from the marriage of fresh ingredients and herbs.
Availability: Lunch and dinner till 24 February 2019
*Note: There will be two seatings for the Chinese New Year Eve Reunion Dinner (5.30pm – 8pm followed by 8.30pm – 10.30pm)
Price: Starts from RM188+ per person
Contact: 03 2786 8888 or email [email protected]@whotels.com

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Watches
Star Piece: Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Skeleton Double Flying Tourbillon watch
No mean feat

05.07.2015
By Kenneth Tan

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Many a quote has related the pursuit of art as the noblest form of motivation, including that nugget from John F Kennedy. During the Space Race, JFK made a bold proclamation: “I choose to go to the moon, not because it is easy, but because it is art.” In that same vein, Roger Dubuis Manufacture retains the same approach to its novelties. “We never start with what is possible,” says Gregory Bruttin, the brand’s R&D and Watchmaking Director.

In this year’s star piece, art triumphs over technical considerations in the extraordinary Roger Dubuis Excalibur Spider Skeleton Double Flying Tourbillon. As the only manufacture to have put together a double flying tourbillon with a skeleton execution, Roger Dubuis had to manifest the weightlessness of a skeleton piece using an entirely new case construction. Titanium, black Diamond Like Carbon and red aluminium were combined to create the vision.

Bruttin mentions he had some help, in the form of 3D modelling that optimised resistance of the material that had to be filed away and engraved. “It takes one person to do the 3D modelling, but 10 people to manufacture the prototype,” Bruttin says of the production effort.
With the rigorously exacting Geneva Hallmark being a constant for every Roger Dubuis timepiece, the Manufacture has had to really invest in time and pioneering expertise for this year’s novelties. Timepieces are dropped from heights of a metre to ensure proper functioning, while the ladies’ pieces are put through environments that simulate a woman’s handbag jangling with keys and other accessories.
The results, though, have been well worth it. Beyond a robust and functioning single and double tourbillon in skeleton, Roger Dubuis also premiered the scintillating Excalibur Spider Skeleton Flying Tourbillon with a gem-set rubber bezel. “We create because it is important to transmit emotion – we see this in the eyes of customers when they appreciate how incredible a timepiece can be.”

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Watch the Sportmax AW20 livestream here

21.02.2020
By Joan Kong

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“Hyper-technological attitude and feminine spirit combined. Past and future merge seamlessly.” Sportmax gave a hint of what’s to come for their Autumn/Winter 2020 show happening tonight (after the Tod’s and Emporio Armani shows), and if their recent collections are of any indication, we can expect the brand to unveil yet another ultra-urban line-up that skillfully combines feminine silhouettes with a sporty flair.
Watch the Sportmax AW20 show live at 7.30pm tonight:

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Lifestyle
8 Things about 8 Conlay that make it one of KL’s most exciting projects
Your place. Your story.

25.05.2017
By Buro247

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Come 2020, the towering embodiment of KSK Land’s maiden development—8 Conlay—would not just alter the skyline of our beloved city but is set to change the pulse of Kuala Lumpur from the grounds on which it stands.

Magnificent architecture can draw eyes to the sky but it is what lies behind the walls of 8 Conlay that will capture the heart of the people. With the debut of Europe’s finest luxury hotelier Kempinski in Malaysia; two towers of branded luxury residences; and new lifestyle retail quarters; be prepared for 8 Conlay to make its mark on the ever-bustling Golden Triangle.

These are the eight parts of 8 Conlay that make it one of the most highly anticipated developments in recent years:

ONE.
A world-class hotel that understands luxury like no other

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Europe’s oldest luxury hotel group Kempinski will finally make its debut in Malaysia with their distinct brand of exceptional service. Operating a total of 75 five-star hotels in 31 countries, Kempinski’s distinction lies in their emphasis on individuality and exceptional service.

“A collection of individuals,” expresses their tagline. From historic buildings to the most avant-garde of modern architecture, all of Kempinski’s properties embrace the local culture while retaining their remarkable European flair. On top of Kempinski’s signature service that can be flexibly tailored to every guest, exclusive touches like leaving guests personalised handwritten notecards speak an attention to detail only true luxury can afford.

TWO.
A spa so effective it controls the seasons

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More or less.
During our visit to Siam Kempinski in Bangkok for the 120th anniversary celebration of the hotelier, the strangest thing happened post-spa: Walking into the notorious Thai heatwave felt like a leisurely stroll on a temperate morn.

We had the ‘Autumnal Sleep’ massage by Kempinski The Spa to thank. The autumnal treatment from their signature seasonal massages that showcased the four seasons (others include Spring in Your Step’ for detox, ‘Summer Bliss’ for balance, and ‘Winter Warmer’ for energy) included a therapeutic head massage that worked on cranial pressure points to alleviate signs of stress, alongside a full-body massage that made for an hour of unadulterated relaxation. Between the heavenly scent of essential oils and the masseuse’s deft hands, it was an experience that we would return for; rain or shine, no matter the season. Kempinski The Spa is one of the trademark features of Kempinski Hotels.

THREE.
A home that is designed for you before it knew you

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8 Conlay’s branded serviced residences, YOO8 (Tower A) are helmed by award-winning designer Steve Leung and international property design company YOO. During our chat with Joanne Kua, Managing Director of KSK Land, talks of YOO8’s cutting-edge design recurrently mentioned a special spot by the entrance; created specifically for you to drop your keys off upon entering the room, it illustrates the level of attention put into the idea of branded residences and the standard of living that renders them true sanctuaries of relaxation.

Owning a unit is owning the luxury of having every aesthetic and functional detail being thought of for you.

FOUR.
Lines between the home and hotel blur

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In addition to the plush interiors, the luxury factor escalates with Kempinski Hotels’ signature royal treatment spilling over to the YOO8 residential towers. At YOO8 serviced by Kempinski, expect to be spoiled with a valet service, concierge service, doorman and porter, 5-star à la carte services and a 24-hour security system.

FIVE.
Premium lifestyle retail quarters at your doorstep

“Shopping is a part of life.” Who would dare refute the truth of that statement when a gallery of exclusively curated brands inhabits a large chunk of your dwelling place. 8 Conlay’s lifestyle retail quarters will bring together exciting dining options, lifestyle-centric shops and a spot of culture to cater to both contemporary shoppers in the area and residents of the property.

SIX.
Incredible food guaranteed

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The phrase gastronomic journey gets thrown around a fair bit. But when dinner is made up of twenty different dishes that surprised, perplexed, thrilled and satisfied in the most delicious of ways, the journey cannot be denied. We speak from experience; Siam Kempinski’s Sra Bua by Kiin Kiin gifts their patrons a night to remember.

A specialty restaurant too is in the works for 8 Conlay. With good insight that the folks behind both KSK Land and Kempinski are passionate about their food, we are beyond excited for what is to come. Also, a rooftop bar promises to serve up a beautiful vantage of the glimmering city beneath.

SEVEN.
A water lounge made for both communal and private leisure

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Emulating the natural pattern of fallen dewdrops, a water lounge on the 26th floor takes inspiration from nature to create a unique interpretation of ripple pools, walkways, seating areas and jacuzzis by merging sensual shapes with robust natural material. The luminary behind the idea Pok Kobkongsanti said: “Landscape architecture is not about appearance, it’s experience.” Whether the experience sought prefers a 25m lap pool or pod-like cabanas, rest assured that stunning city views are a given.

EIGHT.
Box living with out-of-the-box environments

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Pok Kobkongsanti’s landscape architectural design studio ‘TROP: terrains + open space’ will also work their magic on the 44th floor of 8 Conlay. The designer seeks to reimagine vertical living by giving everybody access to a verdant garden despite the constraints.

Dubbed the Green Refuge, the garden floor will convey multilevel influences from Balinese rice terraces but flourish with the floral diversity of a rainforest. The architecture itself will be integrated into the landscape where big columns stand in for tall trees.

For more in depth information, find out more about Siam Kempinski and 8 Conlay, or read our interview with the Managing Director of KSK Land, Joanne Kua.

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What is Virgil Abloh?

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What is Virgil Abloh?
In his own words

30.11.2017
By Gwen Ong

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What isVirgil Abloh?
The Virgil Abloh story. In his own words.
Featuring the fashion industry’s views on the serial collaborator and Off-White™ founder.
Photographs by Juergen Teller
Interview by Hans Ulrich Obrist

 The magic that is Virgil Abloh and his label Off-White has risen in the ranks with its ubiquity and influence. System magazine – Buro 24/7’s editorial partners – seeks out the designer to see how he thinks, talks, works and communicates. In an exclusive exchange for Buro 24/7 with leading art curator Hans Ulrich Obrist, discover who or what is Virgil Abloh below.

Part One, Serpentine Gallery, London June 30th, 2017
How did you connect with architecture?
My parents are immigrants from Ghana in west Africa, and my dad had one vision: ‘If I make it to America, I want a son with a distinguishable career.’ What he didn’t predict was that my teenage years would be the 1990s in America.
When were you born?
In 1980. I was playing, living the American dream, growing up in an American suburb thinking life was great because I wasn’t in a Third World country. I have African roots, but they were sort of washed away by growing up in suburban America. I was into skateboarding, rock’n’roll and rap. Lifestyle things. School was easy. I had friends who were rebellious. When it came to college, though, my father said he wanted an engineer for a son and he was going to choose my major. I felt it was the least I could do to pay him back. I was nonchalant. But early on, I was into DJing to split things, to take the edge off, to have something cultural to add to some- thing practical. I took humanities late, so I never had an art class. I didn’t know I was into it. Then I took an art-history class in my fifth year of engineering. I learned about the Italian Renaissance and Caravaggio, and it rewired my brain.
It was with Caravaggio that it clicked.
Completely. It was the idea that within art you could invent, just like you can invent a new way of distributing load in a tall building. That sent me into a tail- spin. By then I’d spent five years doing engineering, so I Googled three institutions where you could do an architecture masters with a graduate engineering degree and there were only three at the time. One was the Illinois Institute of Technology. It was like my foundation course on the Mies van der Rohe1 Chicago’s Illinois Institute of Technology has the greatest concentration of Mies van der Rohe-designed buildings in the world. The 20 buildings include S.R. Crown Hall, a steel-and-glass testament to the architect’s ‘less is more’ aesthetic. campus: I know nothing about architecture; I just have this book of Caravaggio paintings; and I walk into Crown Hall, and I lose my breath. From then on, I was learning about the foundations of Modernism and the International Style. Rem Koolhaas finished the students’ centre2 The McCormick Tribune Campus Center (MTCC) was opened in 2003. It was the first building designed by Rem Koolhaas in the US. Built beneath an elevated public-transit line, it incorporates a 160m-long stainless-steel tube to enclose trains as they pass over. the same year that I started. So I’m learning while Rem is giving lectures, Michael Rock3 In 2006, graphic designer Michael Rock was awarded the USA’s prestigious National Design Award. He later caused a scandal when he refused to visit the White House to collect the prize. is giving lectures, in a student centre with a tunnel for a train to go through. I was born from that crash.
Had you met Rem at that time?
No. But Content, where he writes about his work with Prada – the study of retail, the forward thinking, the non-conceptual design – was the launch pad for me to sit in classes and know what I wanted to take away from them. Michael Rock helped me learn how to think, too. Understanding the architecture in art and the theory with Prada showed me a path. At that point, I was mesmerised by Modernism. I felt there were pillars in that ideology that were going to apply when the Internet fully settled in.

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‘Virgil is the perfect Renaissance man. He is stimulated by the world and the world is in turn stimulated by him.’
Edward Enninful, editor-in-chief, British Vogue

And then the next transition happens.
Yes. I was working and then all of a sudden, I got a call from Kanye West. He said: ‘Hey, I heard about this kid in Chicago who can design and understands music and culture.’ So after two years of work practising architecture, building homes and working in various small firms, I went on to be his creative director for 14 years. It was a great experience to apply the things I knew. Kanye used to say that when you become that famous, you’re the janitor with the keys to the world.
People told him there was this new kid?
Yes, like, ‘Hey, there is somebody who thinks like you’. Chicago is a big small town. People you grew up with are always telling you what’s happening back home. I had one very young professor who taught me all the digital things, like Photoshop, Illustrator, AutoCAD, 3D rendering, 3D Studio Max. I just applied those skillsets to fashion. Kanye said, ‘Hey I need you to design this’, and I thought if I can design a building, I can think that through. And when he said, ‘Hey we’re going to build a pavilion for a lm in Cannes’, I said, ‘Let’s call OMA; let’s call Rem’, and that was how we started.
What exactly was your title?
My title was creative director, but I called myself an assistant. He was the spearhead and I would follow through. Or I would do research to add an underpinning of art and architecture to his equation. I had 14 years of running around the world taking meetings.

My parents are immigrants from Ghana. My dad had one vision: ‘If I make it to America, I want a son with a distinguishable career’.

And you were creative director not only of him, but also of his brand?
Exactly. Which I credit him as innovating because he’s an artist. He used to make fun of me and call me Steve Jobs because I always had such a long, precise explanation for every small thing. And that added a lot of rigour to what he was doing. We are still close to this day. I’d still be studying architecture if I had not met him.
It was a decisive encounter?
Yes. I am four years younger than him. I am a part of this generation that’s the tail end of the millennials and interested in a wide range of things. I chose to focus on my own project, which doesn’t look at art, architecture, music and fashion as separate disciplines, but draws zigzag lines between them all. So I work with Kanye West, Beyoncé, George Condo, Vanessa Beecroft, Jenny Holzer. And I started Off-White™.
But you had your own fashion label before that, Pyrex 23…
I had never done anything that was completely mine to the end for 10 years, so I decided to shoot a film in New York. It’s called A Team With No Sport. I took kids from Harlem to downtown SoHo and made this brand with clothes that weren’t mine. I took Ralph Lauren and screen-printed over it. Caravaggio on the front, ‘Pyrex 23’ on the back. ‘Pyrex 23’ is a two-line poem about being in the hood. The only way to make it out is to be great at basketball – and 23 is Michael Jordan’s number – or through Pyrex, which is the cookware in which you make crack cocaine. I made it as an art piece, and on the wall is writing by my artist friend Jim Jones who’s pixelated in the video. He is like a modern Basquiat. The music is ‘Heart and Soul’ by Joy Division. It’s a juxtaposition. Being black, people would assume I’d use hip- hop, but I always use niche European music references that I crash together for a different result. It creates a wider audience. That six-minute video I shot with a friend went through-the-roof viral. Sold from colette. I didn’t even produce the clothes, they were other people’s brands. It turned out to be a seminal piece of work.

‘I see Virgil Abloh and his Off-White™ concept as an encapsulation of this very particular moment in time, where luxury fashion and popular culture are colliding, fuelled by the power and influence of social media and the new “fashion establishment” it has created. He represents – in its purest form – the fashion populism that will certainly be remembered as a defining characteristic of this era in fashion. Given his serially creative mind, it will be interesting to see what comes next after Off-White™.’
Marco Bizzarri, chief executive officer, Gucci

When was this?
This was 2012, it was 12.12.12, when the video came out. I was trying to communicate that this generation wants to play a part in fashion and they have to make it themselves. Then I decided that if I was going to do a clothing line, ‘Pyrex’ as a name wasn’t to my taste. My career is about going back to the original – a black African kid growing up in suburban America. So I use my project to talk about race in the most non-literal terms. As soon as you talk in literal terms, people’s brains shut off.
When did you have your epiphany for the name Off-White?
I had spent 14 years with Kanye West and I was like, ‘OK, let me remind myself of my favourite colour…’ Pyrex was a sensation. I was selling it and I stopped it. It was only meant for a moment in time, it was never meant to be a long-standing thing. I came up with Off-White™ as a means to talk about race. Off-White™ is in-between black and white, but my version of in-between is tainted with my opinion. It’s a blank canvas, a piece of off-white material that millions of artists can shape to give it value and meaning. Off-White™ is a modern version of a fashion brand. It’s a Trojan Horse for me.
Is it all designed by you?
Yes. It’s 200 pieces, men’s and women’s, four times a year. And I’m an architect! Building buildings was too slow and it wasn’t communicating to kids in my social circle. There was no way to talk about it at the bar.

‘He combines all of the phenomena of the moment in a really smart way – social media, Instagram, street style. He’s a real street stylist, but not in the fashion sense, with perfect images taken outside shows – the real street. His way is definitely the future, combining all those phenomena that we’ll all sooner or later have to work with and identify. The designs are also great. I understand that he’s criticised, but it’s a very challenging platform for criticism when you’re working from the street and social media. And showing in Paris, the most critical platform. He’s collaborative though, and the way he collaborates is interesting because he works with the people who inspire him. The packaging, the graphics and designs are truly a successful mix.’
Gaia Repossi, creative director, Repossi

And was there a manifesto?
Yes there is. It exists online. It’s about luxury, because my clothes are placed at a luxury price point. Off-White™ behaves like a luxury brand, but the spirit and everything underneath it relates to issues of race, youth culture, and globalization.
Is it what David Adjaye would call ‘new moral luxury’?
In a way. I believe that there is a generation gap, a younger generation that the presiding generation is trying to understand. Certain fashion brands no longer speak to a younger generation.
What’s the average age of people who would buy your stuff?
From 18 to Celine Dion’s age, so around 50. I have invested in this group that the hierarchy is trying to relate to. I invested in the kids and their knowledge base. I have this tremendous base of information that I am very particular about, that I have absorbed. Off-White™ is me being a black artist in disguise as a fashion brand in disguise as a DJ, or however people choose to describe me. I chart my course by using my brand to do special projects.
Can you describe a few examples of that to me?
The diagonal lines of my brand’s logo are very similar to the work of Peter Saville and Ben Kelly, the architect who did the Haçienda club in Manchester. I’ve commissioned him to do a mobile version of the Haçienda. It’s an Off-White™-owned piece, but whenever it is activated with music, we do it together. We debuted it in Miami at the end of last year, it got commissioned at the Open Eye Gallery in Liverpool, and it is coming to Somerset House in London in November. Another example is Jenny Holzer, just two weeks ago. I’m from Chicago, the land of Black Panthers, real social consciousness. And on the back of Off-White™ jackets is the word ‘white’, just like ‘Pyrex’ – another five-letter word in the same font. I use thi

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7 Minutes with Olivier Rousteing on Balmain x Mytheresa

07.11.2018
By Stephanie Boey

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It’s quite easy to spot a Balmain piece by the hands of Olivier Rousteing. His strong yet sexy silhouettes see exaggerated shoulders, accentuated waists and luxurious embellishments through macrame and intricate beading have become his design signature. Perfect for a night out in town, his party-ready threads have notable fans—the Kardashian-Jenner clan and the Hadids have been spotted in his glitzy designs.
Just in time for the upcoming holiday season, luxury online retailer Mytheresa and Olivier Rousteing collaborated to bring an exclusive collection for die-hard Balmain fans. Usually known for its use of deep hues, splashes of colour and over-the-top adornments, the capsule is surprisingly toned-down for the French fashion house. The 10-piece collection consists of signature Balmain styles reimagined in a muted colour palette for a refreshing update. Hop on the logomania trend and pledge allegiance to the House of Balmain in the grey tunic top and long-sleeved sweater. But if you’re looking to make a statement, trust the structured tweed jackets, body conscious dresses and skirts in a clean white palette accented with Balmain’s signature gold buttons to turn heads.

Q & A with Olivier Rousteing
You reinterpreted 10 signature styles for this exclusive capsule collection for Mytheresa. What was your inspiration and what is your favourite piece for the holiday season and why?All of these hold a special memory for me, so it is really impossible to pick a certain favourite from this small group- it was hard enough to specify just these ten! My team and I put so much time and effort into each collection, but, of course, there’s always one or two specific pieces that always stay with me, even years after I first showed them on the runway. They’ve helped embody a spirit and often served as the first of a whole series of looks that were later built upon that one particular look. These are all looks whose power managed to last more than a single season, often inspiring several distinct iterations.
The theme of the collection and the Mytheresa x Balmain event is disco-party and you are famous for working with a lot of musicians for Balmain. What does music mean to you personally and how do you see this in your work in general and more specifically this capsule?Music plays a part in almost every one of my creations. Thirty-somethings like me grew up experiencing music and fashion as always intertwined, so it’s close to impossible for me to imagine one without the other. In the studio, the soundtrack is set at top volume and the beat, lyrics and messages work their way into our subconscious as we design. And, of course, my favourite musicians have been both inspirations for collections and served as the focus for several of the house’s campaigns, so it’s no surprise that this collection looks to the classic tunes and infectiously joyful vibes of disco—the perfect soundtrack to the effervescence of the holiday season.
The capsule collection is right in time for the holiday season. How do you celebrate Christmas and New Year’s? With whom and what do you do?This is my season for escaping a bit from the non-stop schedule I follow all year and finally relax, having some nice holiday dinners with friends and heading to Bordeaux, my hometown, to spend as many days as possible with my family.

You are perceived as a disrupter – a rebel in the fashion industry. Why do you think that is and what rules do you feel still need to be broken in the fashion industry?Of course, there are plenty of rules-and not just in fashion-that need to be re-examined and cast aside, if and when needed. But sometimes I think that calling me a “disrupter” might be a little misleading. I actually think that what I keep pushing for is nothing more than honesty and truly living up to the standards that everyone has been giving lip service to for years-diversity, respect, empowerment. Honesty is a powerful and beautiful “disrupting” tool.

When designing a new collection, how does your design process work? Do you have a muse in mind or do you get your inspiration from something or somewhere more specific?Each collection has followed its own distinctive path of inspiration-sometimes my team and I channel icons and muses, sometimes it is more a spirit and mindset that moves us. But we consistently build upon a few key ingredients: the legacy of this historic house, the singular craftsmanship of Balmain’s ateliers, the spirit of my generation and the liberating potential of music.

See the full collection below:
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Balmain x Mytheresa will be available on 7 November at Mytheresa.com with a price range of €195 to €1,790 (approx. RM933 to RM8,563).

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It’s modern to go retro says Longchamp’s Fall 2017 collection
Find your groove

22.06.2017
By Buro247

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A loyal subscriber to the French-girl brand of irreverent cool, Longchamp brings us a daring proposition for feminine dressing in its Fall 2017 collection. Drawing from the spirit of defiance and exploration perpetuated by the ’70s, the brand is challenging women to step outside their comfort zone with statement pieces that celebrate individuality.

The artful influences are apparent throughout the collection. The Pénélope Arty makes quite the impression — geometrical leather patchwork of suede alongside metallic and glazed skins creates a 3D op-art effect reminiscent of Victor Vasarely’s masterpieces. On the Effrontée (French for ‘brazen’), arabesque lines trace out seductive motifs to generate a cheeky composition of contrast and negative space.

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Optical trends continue in ready-to-wear pieces. Flanked by metallic sleeves, a lambskin coat bears its stripes in graphic indiscretion. Pastels are given a taste of the wild with plush lamb’s wool and goat hair. Balance is always key but party on one side doesn’t mean its strictly business on the other.

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Complete a vibrant ensemble with the Marlène boot. Again, the eyes are deceived. An all-black exterior reveals its part calf-skin pump, part suede goatskin gaiter makeup upon closer inspection. The sensual gait it creates when worn however, would be plain to see.

Dive right into Longchamp Fall 2017 and discover what freedom of expression really feels like.

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3 Electric motorcycle launches to know about in 2023
Bikes of the future

14.04.2023
By Carmen Chong

Featured images: BMW Motorrad

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Akin to the innovations that have spurred the launch of four-wheeled electric vehicles in recent years, the electric motorcycle segment has made tremendous headway in terms of offerings by prominent marques in the automotive industry. Whether you dream of cruising on an open road or are simply thinking in practical terms to get you from point A to B, these electric motorcycles from BMW, Ducati, and Blueshark are paving the way forward for electromobility on two wheels.

BMW CE 04

Looking ultra futuristic yet sleek and contemporary, the BMW CE 04 electric motorcycle has a compact drivetrain with a low elongated profile that complements its tubular steel main frame. The forward-looking two-wheeler, which is the ideal embodiment of urban mobility, is also endowed with a revolutionary ‘floating’ seat, cutting-edge disc wheels, a single-bridge telescopic fork at the front, and a single-sided swingarm with a central spring strut at the rear.

Mounted in the lower frame, the CE 04’s liquid-cooled electric motor is capable of producing a maximum output of 42 hp and 62 Nm of torque, enabling it to achieve a 0 to 50 km/h acceleration in 2.6 seconds, with a top speed of 120 km/h. The CE 04’s lithium-ion battery cell capacity features 8.9 kWh, providing a maximum range of 130 kilometres, and can be charged using its integrated charging device. A full charge from zero to maximum capacity takes about 4 hours and 20 minutes through a standard output of 2.3 kW, whereas this duration is slashed to just 1 hour and 40 minutes with quick charging, supposing the output reaches 6.9 kW.
Price: Estimated to cost around RM60,000
For more information, visit the website.

Ducati V21L

Ducati’s much-anticipated and first-ever electric race bike prototype is code-named ‘V21L’ as identified in Borgo Panigale (Bolognese dialect). Designed by Centro Stile Ducati, the sporty and sexy V21L, which will compete in the FIM MotoE™ World Cup, is instantly recognisable by Panigale enthusiasts due to its design—furnished with a carbon fibre exterior and aluminium parts that ultimately keeps it lightweight for the racetrack.

Even though the V21L has not been made available to the consumer market, this electric bike sets the precedent for Ducati to develop similar models for consumers moving forward. Weighing 225 kg, the V21L 110 kW motor delivers a maximum power of 150 hp and 140 Nm of torque, with a maximum speed of 275 km/h. Paired together with this motor is an 18 kWh battery, which charges up to 80 per cent in 45 minutes. Ducati has also equipped the bike with a built-in cooling system, and this eliminates the need for a cool-down period of the bike before charging.
Price: NA
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Blueshark R1

Available in seven vibrant colourways, Sharkgulf Technologies Group and its Malaysian partner EP Manufacturing Berhad (EPMB) has unveiled the Blueshark R1 electric smart scooter for those seeking a touch of nostalgia yet are desiring something innovative and high-tech. In terms of looks, the R1 features an eye-catching balance of both retro and modern flair, with a classic scooter body adorned by LED head and tail lights, disk brakes at the front and back, an IPX5 waterproof 10-inch HD IPS screen that allows the rider to navigate all of its smart features, a reverse sensor, and even a rear-view camera.

The eco-friendly R1 packs a 5 kW motor capable of delivering up to 201 Nm of torque and a top speed of 80 km/h, accelerating from 0 to 50 km/h in 4.9 seconds. Alongside the motor, the R1 runs on dual batteries, with each having a capacity of 1440 Wh and a full charge time of three hours and 35 minutes. When fully charged, it can cover a distance between 110 km and 160 km, contingent on the speed and load. While the scooter is not sold with the batteries, one of the highlights of having the two-wheeler is the ability to head to a battery swap station, called the BlueStation, to exchange empty batteries for fully charged ones.
Price: RM9,390 (scooter only), RM3,000 (price of one battery)
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On our wishlist: Givenchy x Onitsuka Tiger sneakers

21.06.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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It was a surprising day for Givenchy fans and Onitsuka Tiger fans alike when the two revealed an unexpected collaboration during Givenchy Men’s Spring/Summer 2020 show during the Pitti Uomo tradeshow in Florence. The move is a first for both the French luxury house and the Japanese sneaker brand. This long-term partnership marks the first time Givenchy has ever collaborated with a sneaker company on a global scale and Onitsuka Tiger’s first venture nto a luxury fashion house.
You may already recognise the silhouette of the new sneaker, it is the classic Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 heritage style which made its debut at the 1968 Olympic games pre-trials in Mexico. The original was made from premium white leather, stitched with red and blue tiger stripes. The collaboration with Givenchy sees a simpler colourway with an all-white version with the brand’s hallmark dynamic ‘Onitsuka Tiger stripe’ lines and ‘Givenchy’ lettering, and a black version with signature Givenchy details in red and white. Both styles feature a back tab bearing the dual inscription ‘Givenchy – Onitsuka Tiger’. Chic and sleek, they’re definitely a breath of fresh air after seasons of the chunky sneaker trend.
Take a closer look at the sneakers below:
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New month, new shoes: 5 drops on our radar that should be on yours too

11.12.2019
By Joan Kong

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Regardless whether you’re shopping for the upcoming festivities or if you just need some retail therapy to keep up with the latest trends, you can always count on us to lend you a hand. Want some new shoes? This month, the brands have released new drops that’ll give your closet a spruce-up—just in time for the new year. Take your pick from the sneakers, flats and heels below, available in an array of colour and design offerings:
Gucci Tennis sneakers
During Cruise 2020, creative director Alessandro Michele presented three new accessories that took inspo from its archives, and one of them, is the Gucci Tennis 1977 sneakers. Combining the silhouette of a retro shoe with a modern spirit, the new iteration features a distinct white rubber sole outlined in green. For its first drop, the kicks are introduced in seven designs—take your pick from the distressed tweed or cotton piquet fabrics, different GG motifs, and a Mickey Mouse print that are available for both men and women. With the Gucci Ace sneakers being one of the most well-loved kicks from the brand, the Tennis line will no doubt be another popular pick from now on.

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Versace Squalo sneakers
Had your eyes on the chunky sneakers that first made its debut on Versace Men’s Autumn/Winter 2019 runways? Good news: The Squalo sneakers are unisex. Inspired by the anatomy of the great white shark, the outsole of the shoes is reminiscent of the animal’s sharp teeth, while the rest of the design is emblazoned with the Maison’s signature codes, including the Versace top-stitching, the logo embroidered on the tongue, and the Medusa hidden in the outsole.

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Burberry Arthur sneakers
Still searching for the perfect chunky sneakers? The Burberry Arthur kicks might just be the one you’re looking for. Inspired by the concept of rainboots used at sea, the shoes come in a waterproofed rubber sole and upper, and the round gripping studs at the front are derived from traditional hiking boots-talk about functionality, especially in our tropical weather! The development of the sole alone took over four months to perfect, so with chunky sneakers trend not going anywhere anytime soon, rest assured this pair will last you through the years.

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Dior Gang pumps
If you’re looking for a pair of trendy heels to take you from day to night with zero discomfort, Dior’s new pumps from its Autumn/Winter 2019 collection will tick all the right boxes. Inspired by the Teddy Girls—the ’50s British female youth culture that is characterised by sartorial rebellion—the pumps or boots come in low heel and black leather for a timeless yet modern look, amped up with rhinestone buckles for an extra elegant silhouette. Wear it with black socks (à la the runway) for an extra stylish take.

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Salvatore Ferragamo Vara flats
First created in 1979, the Vara flats are Salvatore Ferragamo’s most popular designs, and they have cemented their icon status over the last 40 years. Featuring the brand’s signature grosgrain ribbon that’s set by a gold buckle, the distinct detail enables you to spot the shoes from a mile away, while the almond-toe low heel will let you walk a mile (or two) in. The Vara details are also available in the form of slip-on mules and ankle-strap heels this season.

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16 of our favourite #ArtRecreation works from the Instagram challenge that’s bringing famous paintings to life

21.04.2020
By Kelly Lim

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Galleries may be closed and museums are holding virtual tours, but famous paintings all over the world are popping up on the feeds of amateurs and art professionals alike because of a viral challenge that’s been making waves on social media.
Under various hashtags including #artrecreation and #betweenartandquaratine, tens of thousands have been recreating works of fine art, from a hospital version of Da Vinci’s The Last Supper to a toilet roll adaptation of Frida Kahlo’s iconic self-portrait and reviving the age-old practice of the tableau vivant, or living picture, to the digital age.
The challenge seems to have originated from @tussenkunstenquarantaine on Instagram (a reference to Tussen Kunst en Kitsch, a Dutch TV program whose title means between art and kitsch), which has since archived hundreds of submissions of the imitative creations. Museums like LA’s Getty and the Metropolitan Museum of Art have also jumped onto the bandwagon, challenging followers to creatively recreate famous works in their collections with added rules and restrictions, such as limiting the number of props to only three.

Whether you miss the quiet activity of gallery-strolling or want to give a go at creating your own tableau vivant, scroll on to see 20 of our favourite works of isolation art (plus a short journey into art history while you’re at it)!
Guernica (1937) by Pablo Picasso

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Portrait of Marc de Villiers (1747) by Jacques Aved

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Vertumnus (1590–1591) by Giuseppe Arcimboldo

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The Scream (1893) by Edvard Munch

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Mrs. Garner in White (1922) by John Singer Sargent

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Virgin (Theotokos) and Child between Saints Theodore and George (sixth or early seventh century) by Unknown

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Seated Nude (2001) by Jacob Collins

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Growing 1 (1988) by Keith Haring

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Two Satyrs (1618-1619) by Sir Peter Paul Rubens

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Topaz (1989) by Alphonse Mucha

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The Knight at the Crossroads (1882) by  Viktor Vasnetsov

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Portrait of Maria Frederike van Reede-Athlone (1755-1756) by Jean-Étienne Liotard

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Portrait of Stephy Langui (1961) by René Magritte

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Self–Portrait with Thorn Necklace and Hummingbird (1940) by Frida Kahlo

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The Laundress (1761) by Jean-Baptiste Greuze

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Girl With Cat II (1912) by Franz Marc

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Women in watches: The 5 names in the timepiece industry you should know

03.03.2020
By Celine Yap

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Luxury timepieces come from a mostly patriarchal world but women have also been a big part of the industry, then as well as now. Visit any modern watch manufacture and you will see that women are very much present especially in departments such as assembling, finishing, decorating. These are arguably some of the most crucial aspects of fine watchmaking.
Finishing and decorating, in particular, is widely held as the final point that lies between a good watch and a great watch. If this is interesting to you, then you must be familiar with the works of Anita Porchet. Who is she? Only one of greatest living enamel painters today.
Anita Porchet, master enamel painter

Anita Porchet
Her petite frame belies her enormous presence in the luxury watch industry. Anita Porchet is one of the very few living master enamel painters and she is staunchly defending her craft. She is also helping it by training the next generation of enamel painters.
Hermès Arceau Tyger Tyger

Porchet works independently out of her atelier in the Vaud canton of Switzerland, which is surrounded by serene landscapes. Her artworks have graced the dials of countless timepieces as she works with the likes of Patek Philippe, Hermès, Piaget, Vacheron Constantin but not a lot more. It’s always quality over quantity here because her dials are all painted by hand, portraying heart-meltingly beautiful details that elevate the watch into a bona fide art piece.
Carolina Bucci, jewellery designer

Carolina Bucci
Collectors of her works always know to look out for her signature on the dial. A tiny hand-painted AP signifies that this specific piece was done by the great master herself.
How do you reinvent an icon? Carolina Bucci would probably say “change it completely without actually changing it.” It sounds cryptic and vague, only she’s managed to do it–to great success–with the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Frosted Gold.
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Frosted Gold

Bucci is the creative mind behind the Royal Oak Frosted Gold, a series of the iconic timepiece dressed in a frosted finish done using an ancient gold hammering technique. It gives the watch a unique shimmery effect, as if it were dusted with diamonds, or reminiscent of freshly fallen snow on a sunny morning.
She is an Italian jewellery designer specialising in Florentine fine jewellery but she has definitely left a mark–many, many marks–on the watchmaking world thanks to this special collaboration with Audemars Piguet.
Carole Forrestier, watchmaker extraordinaire

Carole Forrestier

Grand complications and innovative mechanical timekeepers are the lifeblood of Carole Forrestier’s work. Usually working very much behind the scenes, Forrestier is one of the few women watchmakers, and she’s an extraordinary one who believes in a different way of showing time.
During the years she’s spent with Cartier Fine Watchmaking, she came up with such incredibly creative horological displays such as the Astro Calendar, the Astro Tourbillon, the Astro Regulator, and so on. Notice a recurring trend? Yes, Forrestier is always trying to reinvent the way watches tell the time.
Cartier Astro Regulateur

Some of her signature creations include the Ulysse Nardin Freak (she came up with an early sketch of the watch), the Piaget Polo Tourbillon Relatif… Forrestier has since moved on from Cartier but we are certain that she will return soon with even more dazzling watchmaking wizardry.
Fiona Krüger, watch designer

Fiona Krüger

If you like skulls and memento mori or thrive on chaos, then Fiona Krüger’s works might be up your alley. The Scottish designer of fine arts and product design who studied in Switzerland has made these themes her call to fame. In terms of hand craftsmanship and design originality, no other brand comes quite as close.
Fiona Krüger Petit Skull Eternity

And somewhat ironically, these watches actually go back to very traditional, classical horology. You’ll notice touches Swiss finesse such as clous de Paris guilloché, hand-painted grand feu enamel, hand-engraving, and more in her watches. This is because she was classically trained, working for some of the best names in the Swiss watch industry before striking it out on her own.
Cecile Guenat, artistic director

Cecile Guenat

One of the biggest talking points at the 2019 SIHH was Richard Mille’s fun and outlandish Bonbons collection. Each watch in this eight-piece collection was covered with sweets and sugary treats from a traditional French patisserie. The watches were very pretty, but people thought they were some kind of joke. But look closer and you’ll notice all the artistic details. Then you realise this is the perfect commingling of Swiss fine craftsmanship with contemporary sensibilities. And the genius behind this, is Cécile Guenat.
Richard Mille RM 07-03 Marshmallow

As artistic director behind the collection, Guenat delivered a pop-inspired sense of fun in an otherwise overly serious world. Richard Mille is the perfect brand for this level of horological irreverence. Even so, she’s not forgotten that the DNA is always about technical finesse, so the little pieces are handcrafted with utmost precision to achieve the exact colour tone, the exact shape, and the exact textures, as the real thing. And her efforts paid off handsomely, as all the pieces were reportedly sold out within two days of their launch.

We can’t wait to see what else Guenat has to offer for 2020. Indeed, if there’s one thing the industry needs, it’s more and different perspectives from such creative individuals as Guenat and the preceding four very talented beautiful ladies.

This article was originally published on Buro Singapore.

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Start the CNY countdown! 5 Fashion campaigns to welcome the Year of the Pig

04.02.2019
By Joan Kong

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Miu Miu

Filmed on the streets of Shanghai, the Miu Miu girl gang—made of Kang Sijia, Tang He, Chun Jun, and Shu Ping—aims to give Chinese New Year a much cooler take, and it’s a celebration of the city’s joie de vivre. Eclectic, whimsical and free, the models were spotted donning some of the brand’s key pieces this season, such as the Miu Confidential bag and the Miu Run sneaker, alongside classic staples such as the Matelassé pouch and vanity case.

Burberry
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For its CNY campaign this year, Burberry aimed to celebrate family traditions and togetherness by rolling out a family portrait featuring two of its new brand ambassadors, Chinese actresses Zhao Wei and Zhou Dongyu, alongside a cast of multi-generation models. Shot against a backdrop of apartment buildings, the stars donned classic pieces such as trench coat, archive-print scarves, and sleek tailoring, paired with street-cool hoodies, sweater, and jogger pants. The result? A traditional-meets-contemporary feel, which is ultimately what the festive season is all about.

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Over at Gucci, the brand is letting the Year of the Pig take centre stage by introducing a series of pig motifs in its Chinese New Year 2019 collection, and they’re as cute as they can be. Aside from in-house designs, you can also find the Three Little Pigs—an animation first produced by Walt Disney back in 1933 in the mix. The animals can be found plastered on the brand’s popular Ace sneakers, Supreme backpacks, men’s and women’s shirts, and even on the dial of a watch, exclusively launched for the festivities.

DVF

Like Gucci, DVF’s CNY 2019 campaign also stars two furry friends Évita and Dina, and if the short clips are of any indication, they’re the best styling assistant you can ever ask for. To celebrate the Year of the Pig, the brand introduced a new print that will definitely bring luck (and style) to any woman, and it’s a combination of lotus and Osmanthus flowers, derived from vintage floral batik motifs.

Atelier Swarovski
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Atelier Swarovski proved that sometimes simplicity is best as the brand rolled out its CNY imagery that’s minimal yet eye-catching. Set against a neutral-hued background, the star of the campaign, Chinese actress Maggie Jiang, was dressed in a minimal-toned outfit, allowing the jewellery in the auspicious Siam colourway shine like no other. The collection—consists of earrings, necklace, bracelet, and ring—is made of a rich ruby-coloured stone with gold-plated filigree leaf that radiates that feminine allure. The best part? The accessories are perfect for Valentine’s Day too.

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OnePlus 2 revealed: A worthy match of giants
Incredible specs at a steal

29.07.2015
By Buro247

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Although the OnePlus 2 follows its predecessor in keeping affordable, its design and specs proves that it is a force to be reckoned with. Its 5.5” full HD display works well under direct sunlight and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor with a 4GB RAM promises quick performance on the phone.
For photo-taking enthusiasts, the OnePlus 2 camera has been engineered to be able to take photos under low light conditions. With a 13MP rear facing camera that has six physical lenses, dual LED flash, and f/2.0 aperture, you can expect clean and sharp images from its camera. Also, the wide-angle 5MP front-facing camera will make taking selfies much easier.
The fingerprint sensor introduced on the OnePlus 2 shows that they mean business by attempting to rival with smartphone giants Apple and Samsung. The battery of 3300mAh is much larger than the ones in the iPhone 6 (1810mAh) and the Samsung Galaxy S6 (2550mAh), which promises sustainability throughout the day.
Another feature that is noteworthy is the StyleSwap, which allows you to choose from five different back covers that are interchangeable to match different looks.
OnePlus products are exclusively available at Maxis stores nationwide.

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Coachella 2017: Where to live stream + must-see acts
Weekend sorted

11.04.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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California’s biggest music and arts festival is back! Never mind the distance, even securing a pass is a massive challenge—this year’s Coachella sold out in no more than three hours. At times like these, one can’t help but be thankful (more than ever, that is) for the existence of technology.

Just because we’re not there, it doesn’t mean we have to miss out on all the festival fun: Coachella Festival will be live streaming much of the festival via its YouTube channel, including the performances of headliners Radiohead and Kendrick Lamar. You’ll be able to choose from three different live channels, as well as a live 360-degree mode that will be available for select performances.

Overwhelmed by the generously stacked lineup? Here are our picks of the must-see acts that will be available on the live stream over the Coachella weekends:

14 April
Crystal Castles
Empire of the Sun
Glass Animals
Phantogram
Radiohead
The XX

15 April
Bon Iver
Little Dragon
Bastille
Local Natives
Two Door Cinema Club

16 April
Kendrick Lamar
Lorde
Future Islands
Kaytranda

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These celebrities and brands have quit Twitter after Elon Musk’s takeover
The great exit

15.11.2022
By Marissa Chin

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Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, completed his $44 billion buyout of the social media platform, Twitter on October 27, 2022 and it didn’t take long for him to start making some massive changes. From massive layoffs that skimmed 50 per cent of Twitter’s workforce to modifying policies on content moderation and advertisements, this new era of Twitter under Musk’s reign has caused many users, celebrities, and advertisers to think twice about being on the platform.
The self-proclaimed “free speech absolutist” has spoken about lifting permanent bans, and even hinted at reversing the ban on Donald Trump pre-takeover. Many high-profile figures have come out to call it quits not long after Musk took leadership, reflecting concerns over what he plans to do with the blue bird app. Here is a list of celebrities and brands that have left Twitter (so far).

Shonda Rhimes

Not hanging around for whatever Elon has planned. Bye.
— shonda rhimes (@shondarhimes) October 29, 2022

Shonda Rhimes, creator of Grey’s Anatomy and Bridgerton, said goodbye to her two million followers with a simple message, “Not hanging around for whatever Elon has planned. Bye.”

Gigi Hadid

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Model Gigi Hadid also deactivated her Twitter account and explained in an Instagram story to her 76.2 million followers that the platform had become a “cesspool of hate and bigotry”.

Sara Bareilles

Welp. It’s been fun Twitter. I’m out. See you on other platforms, peeps. Sorry, this one’s just not for me. ❤🙏🏼
— Sara Bareilles (@SaraBareilles) October 30, 2022

On October 29, award-winning singer and songwriter Sara Bareilles called it quits and tweeted: “Welp. It’s been fun Twitter. I’m out. See you on other platforms, peeps. Sorry, this one’s just not for me.”

Whoopi Goldberg

.@WhoopiGoldberg says on #TheView that "as of tonight," she's "done with Twitter."
"I'm going to get out, and if it settles down and I feel more comfortable, maybe I'll come back." https://t.co/cVclFZQmjA pic.twitter.com/0Ih9fp9yHG
— The View (@TheView) November 7, 2022

Not one to censor her thoughts, actor Whoopi Goldberg expressed on an episode of The View on November 7 that things have gotten “messy” and that she’s “done with Twitter.”

Toni Braxton

I'm shocked and appalled at some of the "free speech" I've seen on this platform since its acquisition. Hate speech under the veil of "free speech" is unacceptable; therefore I am choosing to stay off Twitter as it is no longer a safe space for myself, my sons and other POC.
— Toni Braxton (@tonibraxton) October 29, 2022

“Shocked and appalled” by the content she’s seen on the platform post-Musk merger, R&B singer Toni Braxton announced that she is staying off the platform as it is “no longer a safe space.”

Ken Olin

Hey all –I’m out of here. No judgement. Let’s keep the faith.Let’s protect our democracy.Let’s try to be kinder.Let’s try to save the planet.Let’s try to be more generous.Let’s look to find peace in the world. 💙
— Ken Olin (@kenolin1) October 28, 2022

The executive producer of Emmy-award-winning show This Is Us took a more poetic approach to his sign off. He urged everyone to be “kinder” and “more generous.”

Erik Larsen
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Best known as the comic book creator of The Amazing Spider-Man, Erik Larsen had previously tweeted in April that he would quit Twitter if Musk really went through with the buyout. It seems that Larsen honoured his word as his account appeared to be deactivated as of October 31 and later confirmed it on NBC News.

Balenciaga

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Balenciaga was the first major fashion brand to leave the Twitter-sphere, with many wondering if other brands will follow suit. The Paris-based brand had approximately 950,000 followers on the platform.

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MFW SS16: Watch the Gucci show live

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MFW SS16: Watch the Gucci show live
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23.09.2015
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If you, like us, are super excited to see what Alessandro Michele has cooked up for next spring, then watch the livestream right here:

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This buzzy skincare ingredient is primarily sourced from shark liver — but here’s a cruelty-free option

19.07.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Fact: did you know that the oil typically found in shark livers is the same ingredient found in most cosmetic products on your bathroom vanity? Incidentally, this oil happens to be a buzzy skincare ingredient right now—squalene (which is what squalane comes from) can also be found in our skin’s own natural moisture, a variety of plants and, as mentioned, shark liver.
Another fact: millions of rare, deep-sea sharks are slaughtered each year to provide squalene to the beauty industry. If your niggling conscience is convincing you to vegan-ise your beauty routine as you read this, you’re on the right page.
Recently, we learned more about why a plant-derived squalane skincare routine is worth investing in. We had a chat with McKenzie Bolt, Global Education Content Manager at Biossance, a 100% natural, cruelty-free skincare brand from USA that’s making headlines for its eco-friendly ingredient list. Psst: Aimee Song of @songofstyle is a major fan—here’s why:
Are there major differences between animal- and plant-derived squalane? If yes, what are some of the pros and cons?
Biossance is a vegan brand so we don’t use any animal-derived ingredients, even things like honey or beeswax. There are pros and cons to either, but our stance on not using animal-derived ingredients is because we’re trying not to harm the environment.
Anytime you take or use an animal-derived product, you have to think about the larger impact on the landscape, the environment, people and other plants that revolve around that animal as well. Animal-derived products are not always bad, but we find that there are better options that are healthier for you and the planet.
Our scientists make sure that our ingredients are nature-identical and that our body recognises it. Our 100% Squalane Oil has a patented technology that uses fermented sugarcane to get the squalane oil, instead of deriving it from olive oil and shark liver. In this process, our squalane is more sustainable, more stable and will not oxidise, therefore making it a better match for your skin.
Is squalane suitable for every skin type? Are there potential side effects to this active ingredient?
Biossance practices biotech beauty—and that’s taking biology and the best of technology to give you a formula that’s optimised to work with your skin. Not everything in nature is good for you, yet not everything synthetic is bad for you. So Biossance marries the two so that you use the best of science and nature to create products your skin agrees with.
This line is safe for everyone, even those who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

What are the other skincare ingredients that are most compatible with squalane? What skincare pairings would you recommend?
As squalane oil is a miracle moisturising molecule, we love to pair it with ingredients like vitamin C and rose. We’ve blended an oil-soluble form of vitamin C with squalane for a weightless formula—it’s a dry oil—and the vitamin C gets delivered to your skin instead of staying on the surface.
Vitamin C can be irritating on the skin, but when you add it with squalane, it takes away the irritation. A lot of people use retinol and it has side effects too, but our Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum doesn’t irritate the skin at all. The “Phyto” means “from plants”, so it’s truly a plant-based retinol and the retinol ingredient we use is called bakuchiol.
We like bakuchiol because it doesn’t cause irritation and sun sensitivity. We clinically test all formulas for effectiveness, and our bakuchiol was found to perform just as well as retinol in some studies. Basically fake retinol, real results.
If we’re going to stay on the hydration vein, the Squalane + Omega Repair Cream is a great choice as well. We were able to use lipids and amino acids and ceramides combined with squalane to repair the barrier of your skin. If you have a contraindicative barrier, your skin can feel uncomfortable with different products, but this will fix it up. Squalane makes all the other ingredients work better—it’s kind of like superhero.
What are the most common myths about squalane that you’d like to address?
A lot of people assume that oil should be used on oily skin. That’s a big myth because your skin is made of oil and water and you need both. When you strip your skin of oil, your skin retaliates by producing more oil.
You want an equal balance of both for your skin. When you strip oil with foaming cleansers, your skin overcompensates with more oil. But squalane doesn’t clog your pores and it gives your skin the balance you want with the right amount you need. Two drops for the face would suffice and it sinks in really quickly.
The right oils work with the skin. If you use coconut or olive oil, those tend to just sit on your skin instead of absorbing in.
Squalane from olive oil is certainly better than shark liver-derived oil. But there are a lot of by-products that are involved through the process of acquiring the oil and the end result is that squalane isn’t pure. Good olive oil crops are dependent on seasons, whereas processing squalane from sugarcane is always, if not more consistent.
Is squalane suitable for other parts of the body apart from the face i.e. hair, hands and nails?
Absolutely! I use Biossance 100% Squalane Oil for the ends on my hair, shave my legs with it, and it’s my full-body moisturiser. We have people who tell us that they use it for eczema and even on their cuticles—whatever you need to moisturise. It is safe for children as well.

What are some beauty tips you’d recommend for well-hydrated, healthy skin?

Our squalane oil is lightweight enough to not feel greasy on the skin. But here’s a tip for full-body hydration: right after a shower, pat dry your skin with a towel to leave it slightly damp. Then apply squalane oil and let it completely absorb into the pores. Right after showering is a good time to apply it as your pores are open from the steam and it just soaks in all the goodness.
For the best #SelfCare session, get a nice silk robe, do your makeup and by the time you put your clothes on, the oil would have sunk in.
Which goes first: face oil or moisturiser?
We recommend applying moisturiser first and then oil. Here’s a better explanation: if you pour water into a glass, then you pour oil in, the oil stays right on top. It’s the same with the skin. If you apply your facial oils first, the water-based moisturisers are not gonna penetrate into the skin. What you want to do is put the water-based products first then seal it with oil.
Alternatively, you could do it the other way round if it makes you feel better. You can also use oil as a moisturiser if you want to as well.
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Dive into The Deep Exhibition with Claire Nouvian
Dark waters ahead

03.06.2015
By Buro247

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How did your love for what you do come about?
My encounter with the deep ocean was serendipitous. It happened during a trip scouting for locations in California, at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. What got me fired up about the deep ocean was the ultimate novelty of this unexplored realm. Adding to this, the fact that this extremely fragile environment was under threat by huge industrial deep-sea fishing vessels with no one paying attention jetted me into action – I couldn’t be the witness of such rapid and mass scale destruction without attempting to do something about it.
How did you choose pieces for The Deep exhibition?
We had at our disposal over 7,000 pictures taken in the deep-sea from many varied sources, including research institutes like IFREMER in France and American institutes (notably MBARI) who have made extraordinary video footage available to us.
Having access to an extended scientific network allowed multiple donations of deep-sea specimens, some of which have totally surreal aspects. Through these donations and collaborations, The Deep is therefore able to offer a wide range of oceanic creatures, from miniature pelagic fish which live in mid-water, to much larger specimens such as the deep sharks and rabbit fish, as well as the average-sized “monsters” like our cerates (“the evil Squishy” of the abyss in the world of Nemo!).

What do you want visitors to take away from the exhibition?
The objective of the exhibition is very clear and is two-fold: first, I wanted to share my fascination with the deep sea with everyone, and I wanted to show the animals themselves, as many as possible because I realised that nothing replaces the contact with reality. It is one thing to see pictures or films, but it is simply extraordinary to be able to scrutinize them for as long as one wants. The way we’ve displayed the creatures with the enthusiastic and talented taxidermists, Christophe and Allan Gottini, creates an impression of suspension that is very realistic. A lot of kids ask us if they’re alive!
The second objective is to create a bond between the public and the oceans’ depths. The deep sea is unjustly punished by its very condition: it is remote from us, both horizontally (usually far from our coasts) and vertically. Because it is inaccessible, it rested in peace for most of its history. But now that we have developed the technology that enables us to reach great depths, these distant environments suffer more than other ecosystems from their exploitation because there is, by nature, no possible witness. Raising individual and global awareness on these matters is truly what the book, and now the exhibition, is about.

Which is your favourite piece from the exhibition?
This is a difficult question – but I think the award-winner is a fish (Stylephorus chordates), with its tubular eyes and huge goiter ‒ just like a pelican ‒ ending with a tiny mouth. The disproportion between the two allows it to create a strong current to suck in its prey, just like someone slurping spaghetti. This animal is so rare that I truly thought it was a legend. I was absolutely thrilled when the American scientist Tamara Frank gave it to me for the exhibition.
We also have another astonishing creature that we could consider a work of art because of its extreme rarity: a gulper eel (Saccopharynx sp.) given to me by the biologist Steven Haddock. This fish is in perfect condition, and is to my knowledge the only specimen in the world caught in situ.
We also have a couple of deep-sea “dragons” (Echiostoma barbatum) offered by the American ichthyologist Tracey Sutton.
These creatures have never been filmed before, because they flee from the lights of submersible vehicles, so it really is an incredibly emotional experience to be able to have such rare animals as part of our exhibition.
Tell us more about Bloom.
I founded Bloom in 2005. It is a non-profit organisation that works to protect the oceans and ensure a future for fishermen whose livelihoods depend on healthy fish stocks. Our work includes fighting toxic subsidies that drive overfishing. We also advocate global food safety and economic balance by trying to make sure that industrialized nations don’t export their fishing overcapacity to developing nations. We’re known for our extreme efficacy compared to the small budget we operate on.
What consequences do you predict, should there be minimal conservation efforts made in terms of fishing and conservation of ecosystems in oceans and seas?
Deep-sea species live long lives, grow slowly, reach sexual maturity late in life and have relatively few young. They are therefore inherently vulnerable to overexploitation. In fact, the vast majority of people think that the deep oceans are totally deprived of life. They are often unaware of the existence of hydrothermal vents although they were discovered as far back as 1977, and triggered a true scientific revolution!
I’ve become so aware of the threat our global natural system is under that I think humanity has put itself in a dead end. If we don’t radically change the way we think of our role on this planet and take responsibility for future generations, we’re going to miss our tipping point. I think this is partly done already and I can only wish we could use our incredible intelligence to build a new social and economic model instead of driving ourselves into a wall. It is therefore a priority to educate the public.

The Deep Exhibition runs from June to October 2015 at the ArtScience Museum, Singapore. Find out more and book tickets here.

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Weekend TLC: 5 Ways to pamper yourself from head to toe

27.07.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If you were part of the It-crowd yesterday at #BuroTurnsThree, t0day’s guide to a pampering head-to-toe session at home might be helpful for you to recover from last night’s shenanigans. We’ve got everything you need down pat, from hair scrubs to body serums for you to start your week anew:
IGK Low Key Cooling Walnut Scrub

Treat your scalp with IGK’s icy-fresh scrub, filled with sugar and walnut shell powder instead of salt to exfoliate and remove build-up. Thanks to apple cider vinegar, walnut and peppermint oil, your head full of locks will be cleansed, rebalanced and nourished the right way it should after all that copious hairspray for your budge-proof party hairdo. You might just be addicted to the scent: guava, coconut water, pink lotus, midnight violet and vanilla. Yum.

Melvita L’Or Rose Super-Firming Oil

If you want some targeted action while you’re in the midst of your post-shower ritual, massage Melvita’s new firming oil to your body—especially handy on areas that have dimpled skin and stubborn cellulite. Its star ingredient is pink berries and sea buckthorn berries, both great in reducing the appearance of the abovementioned dilemmas. Best part? This fast-absorbing dry oil won’t leave a greasy texture on your skin too. Tip: Apply and massage in circular movements for the best results.

L’Occitane Verbena Icy Body Gel

Beat the heat this weekend with another icy addition to your beauty ritual. L’Occitane’s latest Verbena Icy Body Gel will leave your skin feeling like you’ve taken a (really long) cool shower that’s refreshing to boot. Those who love citrusy scents will enjoy the sparkling verbena fragrance of this gel. If you want to give your senses a jolt, try keeping it in the fridge before use.

REN AHA Smart Renewal Body Serum

REN has released a new body serum that will give you the same benefits to your skin as a face serum would for your face. It is rich in lactic acid, xylitol and probiotic extracts, allowing water molecules that are already in your skin to reach the surface while boosting the skin’s defence barrier. Instead of salts or other course ingredients that body exfoliators usually have, this body serum naturally exfoliates your skin with lactic acid, instantly softening the skin surface to leave a radiant glow.

Diptyque Invigorating Body Balm

Diptyque’s second chapter of The Garden Of The Hesperides has a slew of exciting treats for the beauty lover, but one that would fit the bill this weekend is the Invigorating Body Balm, a moisturising formula that has the melting texture of a dry oil. A revitalizing combination of extracts from Sicilian blood oranges, clementines and lemons make for a perfect denouement to your indulgent session.

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Eyes on Me: The bold nature of Bulgari’s new Serpenti collection
Hypnotic jewels

01.06.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Inspired by ancient Greek and Roman mythology, the Bulgari Serpenti collection finds its roots in the 1940s. A sensual, iconic symbol, the serpent represents wisdom, vitality and strength. Since its birth, the Serpenti collection has morphed with Bulgari’s ceaseless innovation, bridging the Roman jeweller’s heritage with glamorous and modern designs.

This year, the new Serpenti jewellery collection places its focus on the power of the eyes, and is fondly named—Eyes on Me. Sparkling with a refined sense of seduction, the rings, bracelets and necklaces feature striking new shapes in their brilliant multi-faceted glory. Gems of amethyst, emerald and rubellite cast a spellbinding effect in the form of almond-shaped eyes as they slither through the precious jewellery in the collection. The most dazzling of them all is the Serpenti High Jewellery necklace, which reigns supreme with its perfect diamonds and rare emeralds.

Select pieces from the Bulgari Serpenti Eyes on Me collection:
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The Bulgari Serpenti Eyes On Me collection will be available from July onwards at Bulgari boutiques nationwide.

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10 of Rihanna’s most iconic pop culture moments that live rent-free in our heads
Unapologetically her

21.02.2023
By Marissa Chin

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Entrepreneur. Trendsetter. Humanitarian. Icon. These are just some of the words used to describe Rihanna, the multi-talented artist from Barbados. At only 17 years old, Rihanna achieved mainstream success with her debut single Pon de Replay and her path to worldwide stardom was only beginning. Fast-forward, Rihanna turns 35 today, and she has many impressive accolades under her belt—being Billboard Pop Songs Chart’s most successful artist of all time, owning a multi-billion dollar beauty brand, and winning nine Grammy Awards are just the tip of the diamond-encrusted iceberg.
Apart from being mega-successful, the Lift Me Up singer is known for her incredible stage presence, flawless fashion style and signature IDGAF energy. A true queen never has to try too hard, and we live for Rihanna’s blasé attitude that makes whatever she does all the more effortless and easy.
In celebration of the Bardados Babe’s birthday (yes, that is one of her nicknames), we take a look back at 12 of her most iconic moments in pop culture history that encapsulates her Bad Gal Riri persona.

When Rihanna rolled a blunt on her bodyguard’s head

Yes, you read that absolutely right. A truly legendary moment, Rihanna caused a stir at the 2012 Coachella for showing her resourceful nature. While perched atop her bodyguard’s shoulders, she used his shiny, smooth dome to roll out a fat one.

It started off so well…

Rihanna is a lot of things, but a fool ain’t one of them! Promoting her big-screen debut, the singer-turned-actress surely expected better questions during the press junket tour for Battleship. She was clearly disappointed by the reporter’s journalistic integrity and effectively shut down her private questions in a classy yet tough act!

Not one to take any BS from the paparazzi

Known to speak her mind, Rihanna has always drawn a clear line with the paparazzi who ask her intrusive and ridiculous questions. From telling them to kindly “move outta the way motherf***er” to the iconic “free tickets these nuts”, her no-BS attitude makes her all the more relatable. In fact, many of her famous memes come from such moments!

That one yellow dress that broke the Internet

The Caribbean Queen (again, one of her many nicknames) is known for her impeccable fashion style. At the 2015 Met Gala, the singer came dressed in a bright yellow haute couture cape gown and the world stopped for a moment. The beautiful piece took 50,000 hours of hand embroidery, weighed 25 kilograms and took two years to make. Seeing that the theme was China: Through the Looking Glass, Rihanna chose to wear a design by Chinese designer Guo Pei who shot to worldwide fame after this moment. Vogue named it one of the top 25 best Met Gala looks of all time, Harper’s Bazaar US crowned it the most memorable fashion moment of the decade, and the internet immortalised the look with many memes. Clearly, Rihanna understood the assignment.

Miss her with that kiss

At the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards, Riri watched Drake confess to being in love with her since he was 22 years old. While it was sort of cute, no still means no and the singer famously swerved Drake’s impending kiss when she came onto the stage to accept her Video Vanguard Award. Cold but it had to be done!

That time she made a speech at Harvard University

Despite being a multi-billionaire superstar, Rihanna has always remembered her roots and humble beginnings. Coming from an abusive household and a father addicted to drugs, the singer understood how important it was to support underprivileged children and provide them with opportunities to lift them out of poverty and oppression. The artist founded the Clara Lionel Foundation Global Scholarship Program in 2012 to fund students from Caribbean countries going to college in the US. In March 2017, the Harvard University Foundation presented Rihanna with its Humanitarian of the Year award in recognition of her efforts. Her speech was inspiring, heartfelt and, of course, meme-worthy!

Rihanna finds the perfect response to body shamers

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When there was online buzz about how Rihanna may have put on some weight (ah, don’t you just love body-policing?), the Baddie Ree—not an official nickname, but we think it should be—brought out an old but classic meme to take control of the narrative and shut the rumours up. Just like her, we also agree a meme is the best way to end any sort of argument.

When she decided to shake up the beauty world

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2017 was also an iconic year for Rihanna due to the launch of her makeup brand Fenty Beauty on 8 September. Dubbed the “Fenty Effect”, Rihanna started a new wave of inclusivity and representation in the beauty world due to her 40-shade foundation line that also catered to different undertones. Since then, many brands have come out with more inclusive shades for POCs. Talk about shaking up the established makeup world!

Her love language: cuss words and middle fingers

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The Umbrella singer constantly goes viral on social media for her facial expressions, particularly her annoyed and irritated RBFs. Turns out, this also translates to when she’s giving people love. In a viral clip, Rihanna is seen putting up both middle fingers and mouthing “f*** you, b****” to Michell’e Saint Laurent at the 2019 Porcelain Ball competition. If you’re so beautiful that it makes Rihanna cuss, you’re a winner in our books!

Performing the 2023 Super Bowl Halftime show while pregnant

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Her latest gift to the pop culture history books was nothing short of spectacular. This was her first live performance in the last five years, meaning fans had high expectations. Safe to say, Rihanna showed that she was anything but rusty and worked the stage with a 12-song set while pregnant with her second child! We would classify that as legends-only behaviour.

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