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7 Fun things you can do in KL this weekend: 20 & 21 July 2019

17.07.2019
By Ronn Tan

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7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 15 & 16 July 2023

1. Two Friends—One Cuisine dinner at The Ritz-Carlton KL, 7pm – 11pm, 20 July 2019
This Sunday, why not head over to The Library in The Ritz-Carlton to feast on the culinary masterpieces of guest chef Alexander Tyndall of Wheeler’s in London and chef Alex Wai? The four-course dinner begins with a prelude of amuse bouche from the sea (Oysters Rockefeller au Gratin and Seared Scallop with skirlie potato cake and vanilla purée) before moving on to the Lobster Macaroni (an oceanic bisque of lobster and macaroni topped with black truffle). That isn’t all, however—the dinner continues with the Roasted Rack of Lamb that comes with cockles, baby spinach, and a side of gratin dauphinois. There’s always room for dessert and therefore, indulge in Chef Alex’s signature dessert, Wheeler’s Poached Pear with vanilla panna cotta and passion fruit sauce. The menu is available from 16 July and is priced at RM350 nett per person or RM450 nett with wine pairing.
For more information or to make a reservation, email [email protected] or call 03 2142 8000.

2. Green is Good Market at GMBB, 11am – 8pm, 20 & 21 July 2019
Hang out at GMBB this weekend and enjoy activities planned to encourage Malaysians to lead a sustainable lifestyle—from interactive workshops on personal care, nutrition, as well as décor that revolves around ‘go green’ efforts to informative talks. Activities include the Rainbow Salad Workshop and Princess Mononoke screening.
For more information, visit this website.

3. OSCE Days Festival 2019 at Me.reka Publika, 11am – 8pm, 20 & 21 July 2019
The Open Source Circular Economy (OSCE) Days is back this year. Expect a documentary screening, four bicara sessions, a variety of workshops, and on-loop videos on circular economy. The festival is specially curated to feature prominent players in the Circular Economy fields—in designing, repairing, waste management, agriculture, conservation, fashion, and developing new materials. Sessions involve Fashion Revolution, Sunway University, and Malaysia Nature Society among others.
For more information and to RSVP, visit this website.

4. Retox Sunday Brunch at W KL, 12pm – 3pm, 21 July 2019
Star-studded, locally sourced ingredients, paired with creative cocktail experience? The glamorous Sunday brunch at Flock is not to be missed. Begin with tantalising starters such as smoked salmon eggs Benedict and foie gras chawanmushi before savouring Alaskan king crabs’ legs and freshly shucked oysters. There will also be wagyu beef rendang and barbecued slipper lobster among many other top-notch servings. Don’t miss out on locally made artisanal cheese from Milky Whey Cheese such as the Goat Sarawak, Smoked Gouda, Amber Blue, and Paprika Lavoush. Exquisite!
For more information, visit this website.

5. Try the limited edition The Singleton of Glen Ord 14 Years Old (if you haven’t already)
The 14 Years Old, triple matured in five wooden casks, is rich, deep, and complex. With only 516 bottles available in Malaysia, this is the first time a single malt Scotch whisky has been matured through a maturation process that’s one-of-a-kind—in which different woods have been used. Expect smooth, sweet and spicy taste notes of baked apple, orange zest, raisins, smooth barley sugar, and honey. What are you waiting for? The time is now.
For more information, visit this website.

6. Try out some new restaurants and cafes in Klang Valley this weekend
We have compiled a roundup just for you right here.

7. Binge watch the entire Season 4 of Queer Eye on Netflix
The Fab Five are back in Kansas City, Missouri! This weekend, take the time to join Antoni, Bobby, Jonathan, Karamo, and Tan for a new group of inspirational heroes, jaw-dropping makeovers, and tonnes of happy tears.
Watch the trailer here.

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Watch: Gucci’s dazzling take on Hollywood’s Golden Age in its Spring/Summer 2019 campaign

01.02.2019
By Joan Kong

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From his celebrity muses that include Dakota Johnson, Harry Styles, Jared Leto, and Lana Del Rey, to his Hollywood inspos behind many of his collection, Alessandro Michele’s love for the glitz and glamour for the Holywood is apparent. And now, the designer continued to channel his fascination into Gucci’s Spring/Summer 2019 campaign, aimed to evoke the old Hollywood glamour by referencing some of the most popular musicals from the ’40s and ’50s, namely Cover Girl (1944), An American in Paris (1951), Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953), The Band Wagon (1953), Singin’ in the Rain (1954), and There’s No Business Like Show Business (1955). Glitz and glamour, checked. Old Hollywood nostalgia, checked.
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Imagery-wise, you can find a series of technicolour and black-and-white photos that exudes different vibes. The former? A fun and joyful take on the eras, utilising show set staples such as grand stages and staircases, alternating with a dream sequence backdrop, while the latter, are portraits promoting the stars—in this case, models—who were all given the silver screen treatment. But of course, in true Alessandro Michele fashion, you can always expect more. The campaign also includes a video that’s no doubt the main highlight. The stars of the short film were dressed in some of Gucci’s most head-turning looks from its SS19 collection and sang to “There’s No Business Like Show Business” while performing their choreographed dance routines.

Watch the clip below:

Credits:
Creative Director: Alessandro Michele
Art Director: Christopher Simmonds
Photographer/Director: Glen Luchford
Hair stylist: Paul Hanlon
Make-up Artist: Isamaya Ffrench

Images and video:
An American in Paris: TM & © Turner Entertainment Co. (s19)
Singin’ in the Rain: TM & © Turner Entertainment Co. (s19)
The Band Wagon: TM & © Turner Entertainment Co. (s19)
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes © 2019 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation.
There’s No Business Like Show Business © 2019 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation.
Cover Girl © 2019 Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Video music:
“There’s No Business Like Show Business” by Irvin Berlin © Berlin Irving Music Crop.
Courtesy of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation

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Have you heard of the Ice Cream and Cotton Candy Club?
Get on it, A$AP

11.07.2017
By Buro247

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Swooping in to take over your summer wardrobe is the uber hyped release of the “Ice Cream and Cotton Candy Club”, a sophomore collaboration between recording artist, ASAP Rocky and Guess Originals—an initiative developed by Guess and AWGE (ASAP Rocky’s multi-disciplinary art direction group).

Unlike the previous collection that featured predominantly unisex items, this launch includes more pieces made for women. Once again, vintage influences make a comeback and styles from the Guess archives are updated with a nod to contemporary aesthetics.

As to be expected—given its moniker—candy stripes are ubiquitous and pastels create a clean palette for renditions of iconic ’80s and ’90s pieces like bell bottoms, baggy high waisted jeans, button-down and zip-front mini skirts, dungarees, and cropped boxy jackets. Amidst the all-American denim, logo-mania is served on a platter, the signature block letters scrawled across tees and the triangle logo stamped on a variety of staples.
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Since its recent launch, we hear some styles are already sold out. Make haste and shop the collection, “as soon as possible”. Exclusively available at Guess Pavilion and Guess KLCC.

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Accessory of the day: Christian Cowan’s AW19 watch-embellished everything

14.02.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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While some say that Christian Cowan’s AW19 show had all the makings of a parody—from the sheer tights that reveal skimpy thongs beneath to the garish, theatrical makeup on the models, it didn’t come from a directionless stance. Inspired by influencers and the #extra culture that’s pervasive on social media, the collection’s accessories were worth double (even triple) takes.
Last season’s wristwatch sandals in collaboration with Giuseppe Zanotti now come in shocking yellow and neon pink hues, and the same watch motif echoed throughout. We’re talking chokers, neck accessories, headgear, fingerless gloves, waist-cinching belts, and even *drum rolls* a watch-embellished full bodysuit that had us wondering how the model managed to saunter down the runway. While this trend will ensure that you will never lose track of the time, let’s just say that even the most daring of us will only have enough guts to opt for those eye-catching heeled sandals.
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8 Lipstick shades that are perfect for every day
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08.07.2023
By Low Sue Mae

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Here’s your ultimate guide to “no-brainer” lipstick shades that are perfect for everyday—full face beat optional!
If you’ve ever wished for an easy way to look put together instantly, we have good news: there is. Whether you’re hoping to nail the perfect no-makeup makeup look on an impromptu errand, you want a little colour in your face to make you look awake for work, or you want a lippy that goes with every eye look, these lipsticks are an absolute lifesaver. With the right shade, you can take all of the guesswork out of planning your look for the day—and it doesn’t even have to be nude!
To help you score the perfect shades for all occasions, we’ve put together some versatile lippies that are perfect for daily wear. From MAC to Chanel to Dior and more, scroll down to find all MLBB shades that deserve to be added to your makeup pouch.

For an enhanced bare-faced look…
Want to look gorgeous in your “most natural state”? Here are some shades of nude pinks that mimic the colour of one’s real lips. Nude lipsticks are top picks for those who want to complete the “I woke up like this” look. These low-key shades are classy yet effortless, enhancing one’s lips without drawing too much attention to them. Pop a quick swipe onto your lips and cheeks before heading out for the day and you’ll take yourself from drab to fab in an instant!

MAC Cosmetics Lustreglass Sheer-Shine Lipstick (Thanks, it’s MAC), RM107

Armani Beauty Lip Power Longwear Satin Lipstick (110 – Mania), RM160

Gucci Beauty Rouge à Lèvres Mat Matte Lipstick, RM175

Hourglass Unlocked Satin Creme Lipstick, RM195

For the office and beyond…
Not a fan of nudes but still need to look office-appropriate? Here are some rosy tones that you can wear both daily and for work occasions. These shades go well with basically any complexion—a safe choice, especially if you’re new to makeup. Striking the perfect balance between nude and red, this range of sweet rose shades are popular picks when it comes to the perfect everyday lip. For days when you want to look ready, but not over the top, these lip shades are casual and cute in a stick.

Lancôme L’Absolu Rouge Luminous Cream Lipstick (347), RM150

Pat McGrath Labs MatteTrance Lipstick (Flesh 5), RM200

For special occasions…
You might wonder, “How is this a daily lipstick shade?” True enough, when people hear about red lipsticks, it’s common to expect a bold, strong hue. However, that’s not always the case! If you pick the right reds, you’ll find that some red lipsticks can also look low-key and appropriate for every day. Introducing: The brownish reds. Muted or deeper red shades with a hint of brown give off a very elegant and chic look. A staple in the makeup bags of every “cool girl” you know, these shades can help to brighten one’s complexion and immediately make one look put-together (with little effort!).

Chanel Rouge Coco Bloom (112 – Unexpected), RM170

Tom Ford Beauty Lip Color Satin Matte Lipstick, RM250

Guerlain Rouge G (940), RM150

Shiseido VisionAiry Gel Lipstick (223 Shizuka Red), RM105

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7 Things to do this weekend: 28 & 29 January 2023
Good times ahead

28.01.2023
By Marissa Chin

FEATURED IMAGES: @thegardensmallmy / Instagram | @yryumlist / Instagram | Fuku Studio

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7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 15 & 16 July 2023

Keep your spirits up as the festive celebrations continue this Chinese New Year. For those who don’t celebrate this holiday, not to worry, as there are also plenty of things to do around the Klang Valley this weekend!

1. Take ‘A Skip, A Hop’ to Tiffin at the Yard

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When: 29 January 2023
Where: Tiffin at the Yard, Sentul Depot
Curious about what your 2023 will look like in the new year? Find out at Tiffin, where you and your loved ones can get personal palm readings done! There will also be special lion dance performances and a ‘God of Prosperity’ walkabout where you can collect auspicious goodies for a prosperous year ahead.
For more updates, follow Tiffin on Instagram.

2. Shop versatile and functional pieces from Tumi’s Spring 2023 collection

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Where: Official website and Tumi retail stores
Like the beautiful colours of spring, Tumi has embraced the season with its Spring 2023 collection. It features new additions to the iconic Alpha Bravo Collection, a relaunch of its bestselling Voyageur Collection, as well as brand-new pieces from the Harrison Collection. For those exploring the great outdoors, the Navigation Backpack, Platoon Sling and the Compass Crossbody should be in your arsenal.
The beloved Voyageur collection has been redesigned to focus on versatility and functionality. This season’s assortment includes redesigned best-sellers like the Celina Backpack and the Valetta Tote in multiple sizes, as well as the Adelaide Hobo Crossbody and the Loha Slim Hip Bag with their fresh, on-trend silhouettes.
The Harrison Collection offers a balance of contemporary and timeless style with its clean silhouettes and detailing. The Bradner Backpack, William Backpack and Osborn Roll Top Backpack are perfect for compact and lightweight everyday use, while the Gregory Sling is an even more modern take on the classic sling.
Keep up with TUMI on Instagram and Facebook.

3. Munch on carby goodness at the newly opened Paris Baguette

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When: 8am to 11pm (Sundays to Thursdays), 8am to 11:30pm (Fridays and weekends)
Where: Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Pavilion Connection (Third floor)
Carb lovers and bread fiends, this one is for you! If you haven’t heard, the beloved French-inspired bakery café hailing from South Korea has arrived in Kuala Lumpur! Paris Baguette offers freshly baked cakes, pastries, sandwiches, bread, salads, and more made with premium and high-quality ingredients. When you’re there, don’t forget to try signature dishes, such as the Fresh Yoghurt Cream Cake and the Signature Mushroom Soup in Bread Bowl.
Follow Paris Baguette on Instagram for the latest updates.

4. Elevate your viewing experience at the Astro Experience Store grand launch

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When: 28 February 2023, 2pm
Where: IOI City Mall, Putrajaya (Level 3, Phase 2 East)
Grew up watching Astro content? Then you’ll want to visit the grand opening of the Astro Experience Store. Discover the latest offerings from the broadcasting channel as well as first-hand experience with the Astro Ultra Box, Astro Fibre app, and more. Local talents such as Jaclyn Victor and Keanu Azman will be present for you to meet!
To stay updated, follow Astro Malaysia on Instagram.

5. Watch special CNY live performances at The Gardens Mall

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When: Until 5 February 2023
Where: The Gardens Mall (South Atrium)
Bring your whole family to The Gardens Mall to enjoy an array of Chinese New Year live performances. This weekend, there will be lion dance performances, traditional dance performances and oriental string shows such as the Acrobatic Lion Dance, Oriental Fusion ensemble and Dance of the Floral Pursuit.
For more updates, follow The Gardens Mall on Instagram.

6. Discover quality handcrafted furniture at Fuku Studio’s showroom

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Where: Eco Ardence, Shah Alam
Price: RM16,800 for the set
Hoping to spruce up your home this new year? Consider checking out Fuku Studio, a home-grown designer furniture brand that promises to deliver quality craftsmanship, exclusive designs, and timeless furniture pieces. Its latest line, The Kayu Collection, is a blend of Gustav Stickley’s proto-modern design with an Asian culture twist, and influences from Japan’s wood design element, along with the traditional Malaysian kampung home stairs railing.
The set consists of modular sofas of different sizes and armchairs made with local Semangkok timber, ethnically sourced from a sustainably managed forest in Malaysia. Due to its natural terminal bands and broad rays, each item is unique, making pieces from the Katy Collection special pieces for your home. Head to their showroom to see the set up close and feel it for yourself.
Stay updated with Fuku Studio on Instagram and shop their website.

7. Explore the ins and outs of everyday ‘Grids and Lines’ at The Back Room KL

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When: Until 29 January 2023
Where: The Back Room KL
If you haven’t already done so, this is the last weekend to check out The Back Room’s first group exhibition of the year. Featuring selected works from five Malaysian artists who experiment with grids and lines, their pieces hope to expand on the perception of imposed order and offer suggestions for play even within hardened and formal structures.
Follow The Back Room KL on Instagram to stay updated.

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8 Times Céline Dion slayed the streets this month
Style icon of the moment—again

25.07.2017
By Joan Kong

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Since her performance at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards in that Stephane Rolland Haute Couture gown, Celine is suddenly under the limelight again with her continuous foray of more-is-more looks, and we’re not complaining. Don’t get us wrong—the singer has always been a fashion icon, but her style game during Paris Couture Week earlier this month was not to be missed. From a Balmain crocodile coat to a botanical get-up from Gucci, she somehow manages to make the boldest of looks wearable for a day about town—thanks to her stylist, Law Roach (who started working with her a year ago).

Her status as a bona fide couture queen is further reinforced when Vogue released a series of videos of Celine playing dress up in Paris—with the latest couture looks off the Paris runway, of course. Needless to say, they sent the internet into a frenzy, and once again, Celine proves that she’s here to stay.

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2021 in review: 50 Good things that Malaysians can celebrate this year

29.12.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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It’s hard to believe that 2021 is finally coming to a close. After starting out the year full of hope only for it to be crushed by the worst of the pandemic (no thank you, Delta and Omicron)—on top of political volatility (cue a new Malaysian prime minister), economic and mental health struggles, and the recent floods—2021 will go down in our history books as one of the most excruciating years of this century for Malaysians.
But perseverance and resilience were common themes throughout. Malaysians have demonstrated unity time and time again amidst waves of hardships, as evidenced by the #KitaJagaKita and #RakyatJagaRakyat movements. As we inch closer to 2022, take a moment to look back on all the silver linings that Malaysians can celebrate this year. Swipe on to read.

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O.P.I Celebrates 100 Years of the Iconic Coca-Cola Bottle
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26.05.2015
By Terry Saw

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One’s a global icon with its classic contoured glass bottle designed in Terre Haute, Indiana in 1915. The other is the world’s number one nail salon brand with its unmistakable lacquer bottle, which features a signature silhouette and a matte black handle. Here’s a close up of The Icons of Happiness collection; limited edition nail lacquers and GelColors in eight cheekily named shades, created especially for the occassion.

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Celebrate Chinese New Year with Giorgio Armani’s exclusive selection
Strike gold

04.01.2017
By Buro247

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If you are looking to get your hands on a new bag this Chinese New Year, look no further than Giorgio Armani’s latest release. To celebrate the year of the rooster, the Italian luxury brand created a special edition of ‘Le Sac 11’, a handbag bag first created in 2015 in conjuction with the brand’s 40th anniversary. Available in small and medium size, the top-handle carrier comes in two chic colour combinations: white with contrasting black handles, sides and closure, and black with white details. Featuring a gold hot-stamped “special edition” logo on the inside, both versions of the bag are also adorned with precious gold metals and a removable charm.
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Giorgio Armani CNY special collection” rid=”4703″ order=”a_tstamp”}Of course, it would not be a Chinese New Year special selection without a dash of hot red hues. The collection includes a versatile red bag (worn either as a shoulder bag or a clutch) with the signature GA closure, a gift box containing a reversible cherry and black belt as well as the classic ‘Le Sac 11’ handbag in a red calfskin version.
The Giorgio Armani Chinese New Year 2017 special selection is available at selected Giorgio Armani boutiques

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The Marc Jacobs SS19 pieces we’re shopping for right now

16.03.2019
By Cai Mei Khoo

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Nevermind that the show started an hour and a half late at NYFW. This, after all, is the same designer who famously kept showgoers waiting for two hours at his SS08 show, and if Marc Jacobs was showing signs of going back to past habits, then the clothes on the runway were similarly in the same vein. Here were clothes that harked back to collections past, or referenced other designers: a menswear-inspired suit from Marc Jacobs AW18 but this time cut slightly smaller and reinterpreted in bright colour blocks, lace-trimmed satin slips as previously seen in his collection for Louis Vuitton AW13, tweed Chanel-like suits but in a boxier cut. “There are references to designers that have always inspired me, and our past collections that have inspired me,” said Marc Jacobs. “Things that I continually go back to.”

What stood out at Marc Jacobs SS19 were the broad shouldered suits and baggy trousers worn with Pierrot neck ruffs and sleeve cuffs, frothy dresses in multiple layers of ruffles, some completely covered with ostrich plumes. There were rosette sashes tied around the neck or waist, some large enough to shield the wearer’s face, juxtaposed with silk satin dressing gowns, plain thermal-knit sweaters and skimpy lace-trimmed satin slips. This was a lesson in dressing up, from the fundamentals right up to the OTT extras. “I think there are plenty of people dressing women to go to Starbucks,” said Marc Jacobs. “I wouldn’t want to sit through a show for ten minutes of Starbucks outfits or yoga class outfits—if you’re going to get dressed up, get dressed up.” These were couture-inspired pieces, and elevated basics: there  were 3D embellishment on coats; streetwear was turned on its head, with a collegiate sweatshirt done in metallic knit. A grey button-down knit cardigan had flecks of Lurex woven through—this season, dressing up, rather than down, is de rigeur.

For evening, Marc Jacobs dialed up the fun in glamourous looks that were meant for dancing the night away in—ostrich plume dresses that flounced with every move, statement-making mini dresses made of maxi ruffles, and gold sequined trousers that sparkle and shine, all elevated with clear PVC block heels, or leather pumps with curls of leather worn with glittery stockings. These were clothes to move around and have fun in—time to swap those leggings and sneakers for sequins and feathers.

The best looks from Marc Jacobs Spring/Summer 2019
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Everything you need to know about It-girl Chiara Ferragni and rapper Fedez’s extravagant wedding

02.09.2018
By Joan Kong

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In the UK, there’s the royal wedding; in Malaysia, we have #chrysfaliqeverafter; and in Italy, there’s #TheFerragnez. Voted the most powerful fashion influencer in the world by Forbes last year, Chiara Ferragni launched her career as a fashion blogger under the name The Blonde Salad in 2009, and she is one of the few who has successfully launched her own fashion line, the Chiara Ferragni Collection. Fedez, on the other hand, is one of Italy’s most popular rappers at the moment.
With a combined number of 20.4 million followers on their Instagram accounts, the stars have been making waves throughout the course of their relationship, but the highlight of them all is definitely the sweet public proposal, where Fedez asked for Chiara’s hand in marriage at his concert in Verona, Italy. Less than five months after welcoming the birth of their adorable son, Leone, on September 1, the couple got married on the island of Sicily, and it’s been dubbed “the Italian royal wedding”.

Here, everything we know about the nuptials:
1.     Although Chiara Ferragni celebrated her bachelorette in Ibiza, the couple opted for somewhere closer to home for the wedding, tying the knot in Noto, Southeastern of Sicily. The palace of choice?  Palazzo Ducezio, a grand 18th-century building used for the town hall.

2.     To fly the guests to the destination, the flag carrier of Italy, Alitalia sponsored a plane for the wedding, complete with a Chiara mascot, custom air tickets, and personalised snacks.

3.     Previously revealing Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri will be designing her haute couture gown, Chiara Ferragni walked down the aisle in a dress that features a lace bodice with long sleeves and high neck, complete with a full tulle skirt. She changed into a second Dior gown for the reception, and this time, it’s a fit-and-flare dress which was covered with lyrics from “Favorisca i Sentimenti” which was written by Fedez for her, and symbols that represent their relationship.

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4.     Her six bridesmaids—including sisters Valentina and Francesca—wore custom Alberta Ferretti gowns that were made with sustainable fabrics. The pink silk georgette pleated gowns had lace inlays, and were made in deep V and sweetheart necklines.

5.     The dinner venues were worth a mention too. The rehearsal dinner on the first night at Palazzo Nicolaci di Villadorata had a crystal-trimmed DJ booth. The DJ of the night? Benny Benassi. If guests would like a photo op, they can head to a special room filled with thousands of red roses, and pose in front of a neon “amore” sign. At the reception venue on Saturday night, the oh-so-magical dinner venue was covered with sparkles, flowers and mosses. And at the end of the reception, The Circle of Life from The Lion King played as fireworks lit up the night sky.

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6.     The pop-up wedding invitations hinted at a Coachella-themed after-party, but the real deal was more fun than expected. Called The Ferragnez Luna Park, the funfair boasted a merry-go-round, Ferris wheel, claw machines (with Fedez and Chiara soft toys) and more. Guests were also treated to a special performance by Fedez and Italian singer-songwriter Giusy Ferreri.

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Franck Muller unveils vibrant new Vanguard Crazy Hours collection at WPHH 2019

16.01.2019
By Su Fen Tan

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While all eyes are on the ongoing Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie Genève (SIHH), there is another watch fair that is getting its fair share of attention just north of the city. Finding home at the picturesque Grand Malagny estate in Genthod, the World Presentation of Haute Horlogerie (WPHH) was established by Franck Muller itself, a move that falls perfectly in line with its status as an independent brand.

This year’s edition turned out to be a colourful affair as Franck Muller unveiled the Vanguard Crazy Hours, a vivid new collection that combines the watchmaker’s iconic complication with one of his signature cases.

A dial of brushed stainless steel encased in the bold silhouette renders it futuristic, while eye-catching accents in blue, red, green or orange inject a youthful touch, living up to the eccentricity of the jumping hour complication. For the uninitiated, the hour numerals may look disorderly at first glance, take a closer look and you’ll see that each number is placed at an approximately 120-degree arc away from its preceding number. This model bears a larger version of the tonneau Vanguard case, standing at a sizable 44mm by 53.7mm.

If those measurements prove too bold for you, then consider the Vanguard Crazy Hours Lady, a petite model with 32mm by 42.3mm proportions. Those with a penchant for the all things colourful will love the multi-hued numerals on this version. The unique sun-stamped lacquered dial also features hologram numbers—also in random positions, of course. For those who appreciate a more understated aesthetic, it comes in relatively low-key hues too.
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ICYMI: Hannah Yeoh on domestic violence issues in Malaysia and more

25.05.2020
By Rachel Au

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BURO. HANGOUTS LIVE

Throughout April and May, we’ll be curating a series of IG Live sessions on @buromalaysia with tastemakers, influencers and rightful experts in various industries.
Our purpose: To make staying at home, isolation and social distancing just a bit easier, as well as connecting all Malaysians riding out the current C/MCO. We’ll share meaningful—and important—conversations and entertain with creative challenges.

Check out the upcoming line-up here

Missed the episode with YB Hannah Yeoh, MP Segambut? Fret not cos you can watch it now on our IGTV. We’ve also transcribed some of the key questions she answered below.

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There was a news article in late April that cited Selangor Women’s Empowerment Institute (IWB) saying “women in Selangor are the new face of poverty due to MCO”. This, after polling 442 women where 84% of them are in the B40 or low-income household category. Many of them faced a loss of income and/or business.
What are your thoughts on women being the ones that are most affected by the MCO/pandemic?
“I think everyone is affected—not just women, but the men too, especially those who are running their own businesses. What we know is that there are only about 54 per cent of women in the workforce and the majority of them—especially the B40 category—runs their own businesses. They sell food items like nasi lemak and kuih from their roadside stalls; and so, when you have that kind of percentage of women doing such businesses that are very dependent on daily wages, you are bound to have a lot of them being affected by having no income due to the MCO.”

Is there any form of help available for these women who are affected?
“The government has announced the Bantuan Prihatin COVID-19, so some of them will receive cash but that is only one-off. Since the MCO happened in March, these women who are dependent on daily wages are already almost in their third month—and now leading up to Raya—of having no income. There have been some Members of the Parliament (MP) who have tried to reach out in a creative way. For example, the MP of Seremban, Anthony Loke (the former Transport Minister) has bought cookies or baked goods from single mothers or women who bake at home and he has even told residents who want to donate, can pay for the product and the cookies will be sent to the frontliners.
“That way, three categories of people will receive from such a meaningful project. The single mothers have some income at least. The people who have the capacity to give and buy (but didn’t know how) can feel empowered because they can help these women directly and they trust their sources through the MP. And the third group would be the frontliners who can feel appreciated. So something like that will be meaningful if we can implement it across the country but coordinating is not easy.
“Lots of people are trying to find creative ways to help but there is still a lot of uncertainty as to childcare and so long as that is not sorted, people who want to return to work will not be able to do so wholeheartedly. Because: Who is going to look after their kids?
“We hope that the Ministry of Health (MOH) and National Security Council (MKN) can sort this soon so that women who are greatly affected by this can have some kind of certainty to plan their days. But if there’s one group who can do more—if they’re not affected financially—it would be the employers. This is the time to venture into different kinds of work system be it work from home or flexible working hours to help people save on expenses and/or be a solution for childcare for the moment.”

We apologise for the miscalculation made in the statistics for April 2020. In actuality, WAO had received a total of 896 enquiries, which comprises of 422 calls and 476 WhatsApp/SMS from our helplines. pic.twitter.com/CJ69Gg5eVB
— Women’s Aid Org (@womensaidorg) May 4, 2020

Financial challenges aside, there have been reports of more calls made to domestic violence hotlines. The Women’s Aid Organisation (WAO) tweeted that they have seen a 148% increase in calls and enquiries since the MCO started. To give a clearer picture of this, 896 enquiries made in April versus 266 in January.
To your knowledge, can you elaborate what/why the increase?
“First of all, there are three kinds of sources for the data that we’re looking at: the NGOs, the police (reports) and the Women’s Ministry.
“You won’t see an increase in police reports during MCO. To compare—I got this data from the police—for the same period of time, 2020’s number of reports is slightly lower than 2019’s. This is simply because a lot of people can’t travel and the perpetrator (most likely a family member) is at home with them during MCO. Hence, people are fearful about reporting to the police and as a result, you won’t see an increase in the number of police reports.
“Now, the Women’s Ministry runs Talian Kasih (15999) and they also have WhatsApp. They have clarified that they saw an increase in calls but they’re not related to domestic abuse. Instead, a lot of people were calling about welfare aid. Those calls were captured as an increase but they have issued a statement saying it’s not related to domestic abuse.
“Once CMCO is done with, when you have freedom of movement, very likely, with the right kind of awareness campaign and support, you are likely to see more people coming out to share or lodge police reports about domestic abuse at home. WAO have shared that they have seen this kind of increase in calls in other countries.”
Yes, that’s true but, despite that, how do you make sense of government reports saying there is no increase but NGOs claim there is/will be more domestic violence cases?
“It’s very simpl . Usually, the abuser is a family member or spouse—and not forgetting, domestic violence can happen to men as well. Husbands can be a victim at home too. So these victims often want to get help but they struggle because they don’t want to see their spouse get arrested or go to jail. Many people thus turn to a safer alternative which is to get counselling or go to an NGO first. That’s why people tend to respond better when organisations like WAO reach out—they feel less threatened and have the overall perception that NGOs can be trusted better than an official organisation. It’s really not easy to deal with domestic violence from a family member. I think the stats could be a lot higher but there aren’t enough reports because people don’t really want to report a family member.”

#WCCWednesdayThe Movement Control Order is a difficult time for everyone, especially those living under the threat of domestic violence. Here is a guide on how to avoid domestic violence at home during this restrictive period.#Covid19 #KitaJagaKita #WCCIsHereToHelp pic.twitter.com/Gr5iZ8vCqH
— WCC Penang (@WCCPenang) April 8, 2020

There are several NGOs that operate hotlines where people can call for help. Talian Kasih is under The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry. In your experience, what happens after a victim makes that phone call? To what extent is help given?
“It depends on the severity of the abuse. If no physical harm has been done yet but there’s a lot of violent arguments or threats, people can call up Talian Kasih (15999) to get counselling—you can even WhatsApp them. WAO also gives counselling either via a phone call or online. People can also call them to get information to find out what their next step should be.
“Most of the time, the victims would want to sort out childcare first. They first question if lodging a report would end up in a divorce and if so, who gets custody of the kids. These hotlines are very useful to get such information.
“If there’s physical abuse and you call Talian Kasih, they’ll ask for your location and immediately dispatch police to go have a look. The Welfare Department will then access the situation and get an emergency protection order where they will take the victim and place her/him in a shelter.
“Those are the kinds of intervention that can happen. Be it WAO or Talian Kasih, there are government agencies that do give counselling for free. You can also Google LPPKN where we’ve previously set up a family directory listing different NGOs and what they do or offer, specific to your needs.”
Sometimes, neighbours hear of victims being abused in their homes. How can they help and what can they do?
“If you’re not sure what to do, go to WAO’s Facebook—they have a lot of useful infographics on how you can help. One of them is as simple as ringing the doorbell and asking them for chilli sauce (or something like that) just to intervene and break that tensed situation. That way, the perpetrator also knows that someone is listening.
“If you’re a domestic violence victim, one of the practical things to do is to make sure that all the dangerous things at home are kept away. At the same time, notify a trusted friend or neighbour so they know that in the event they hear something, they can reach out to help you.”

What to do if your neighbour/someone you know is experiencing domestic violence? If you are unsure how to respond, you can call us at WAO Hotline 03 7956 3488 or SMS/WhatsApp TINA 018 988 8058 for guidance. #SafeCommunity pic.twitter.com/dnN3h2mPqg
— Women’s Aid Org (@womensaidorg) May 4, 2020

In late March, the hashtag #WanitaBukanDoraemon was trending. Now, what would be better marital advice for married couples trying to stay sane together while staying in more often than before?
“As a government agency, we usually shouldn’t intervene with people’s marriages. Instead, you have a responsibility to look after those who can’t look after themselves. For example, domestic violence victims. That should be the focus. Every marriage has different cultural and religious backgrounds. Everybody is different so when you’re trying to engage by giving marital advice like that, you’re going to be misunderstood and your target audience is so wide. That’s why I thought that was a wrong move on the part of the ministry to advise people what to do if your spouse is nagging.
“I feel that the ministry should be targeting policy issues such as domestic abuse, how can we standardise data, how can we reach out, or how to make help more accessible. These are things the ministry should be doing because also, what works for a wife may not work for another. Again, every person and marriage is different. Instead, if they’re looking to give advice during a lockdown, they should look at suggesting healthy activities for the whole family.”
From your experiece though, what would be good marital advice?
“Based on my own experience, I would say to be real and not over-romanticise marriage. A lot of people have a distorted idea of marriage and think that settling down equals a happily ever after, but those who are married will tell you that it comes with a financial and lifetime commitment. And raising children is not easy.
“As a result, my best advice is to get counselling. It can be in the form of speaking to a couple you trust or people who have been married longer than you. Get help. I’m proud to tell people that my husband and I have a couple of good friends we can turn to when we can’t see eye-to-eye and need intervention.
“Counselling cannot be seen as a bad thing. It’s enriching. To hear a different opinion because when you’re stuck in a situation, it’s hard to see outside the box that we’re in. Married couples should do counselling not just to enrich a marriage but to resolve conflicts. More often than not, those conflicts between a married couple tend to accumulate and once that explodes, it’ll be too huge of a matter and you won’t know where to begin the repair work. There shouldn’t be a stigma in getting counselling.”

COVID-19 is not going away anytime soon. While the CMCO offers a little more freedom of movement and “back to normal”, it is clear that we are living in a “new normal”. What does that mean to you?
“Well, I moved from being a Deputy Minister to now being a part of the opposition as MP of Segambut. The “new normal” to me is exploring ways to reach out to my voters without using the old methods. You can’t have a dialogue, walkabouts, press conferences—they’re all prohibited now. We’re still looking for new and creative ways to engage with our constituents. For example, I’m venturing into storytelling to reach out to younger families. It’s something I haven’t done before and these young families would never have seen me in a town hall either because they were busy looking after their kids.
“So this is my “new norm”—doing interviews online, tending to my kids and more. That being said, this MCO has been quite interesting. I have more time now. I’ve been in politics for 12 years and until this MCO, I rarely got to nap. Now that I’m home more often, I get to do that and that, to me, is such a luxury. I’m also learning how to cook and bake, and even do some online shopping—I never had time for that. It’s so liberating to search for baking trays or almond flour online without needing to go to the shops.”

Finally, we are all in uncertain times, globally. What is a message of hope you would like to share with everyone watching this?
“Financial stress is very real. People who are in businesses will need to pay salaries and they know that it’s not just about managing the company, but being mindful that these are staff and their families who you need to feed. So for those who going through this difficult situation—especially financially—I want to say that this season will pass.
“If you are finding difficulty in waking up in the morning to face and complete another day, please speak to a professional counsellor. I want you to know that you are not alone. Many, many people are going through this same scenario. We’re all praying that this COVID-19 will be defeated very quickly so businesses can resume, tourism can happen again and people can start generating income. That is my hope for Malaysia.
“Interestingly, today is the second anniversary of 9th of May. People are tagging us in old photos of that day. For me, it’s very simple when life doesn’t go the way you want it. Two years ago, I campaigned, wanting to form and give Malaysia a better government and better policies. But things did not turn out the way I wanted it to. It ended prematurely after 20 months and now I find myself as an opposition. But I must not let that stop me from doing the good I want to do for the people of Malaysia. Yes, it’s important to get back on track to Putrajaya and to be back in office but I must not let this thing limit me. I don’t need the position of Deputy Minister to serve children. As an opposition, I can still find a platform to reach out and spread awareness. Never allow a position or an office to limit you from doing the good you want to do.
“The most important thing is to be yourself and find your strengths. I have to do what I’m comfortable in doing and if I’m good with words then I want to put that to good use. Focus on your strengths. I really believe that everyone has special gifts from God. God has made everyone unique. You have your own set of strengths so discover that, use that and be yourself. You will shine when you’re yourself.”
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Heavenly hours by Glashütte Original

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Heavenly hours by Glashütte Original
A tribute to the moon

08.09.2015
By Buro247

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The Cartier Privé collection is about history and modernity

Inspired by the immense power of the moon, German luxury watchmakers Glashütte Original inaugurates new designs with moon phase displays of complexity and beauty for its Pano lines: the PanoMaticLunar for men and the PanoMatic Luna for women.

PanoMaticLunar
Since its relaunch in 2012 with classic versions, the Pano line enriches its designs with a burst of colours and new features including a moon phase complication. Alongside the elaborately formed dials that spotlight an off-centred arrangement of hour and minute hands, the moon and stars are complemented in gold or silver by dark blue or silver night skies. Powered by the Calibre 90-02, an automatic mechanical movement with a 42-hour power reserve, the PanoMaticLunar models are available in two variations—a dark blue dial with a polished/satin-brushed stainless steel case, and a red gold version paired with a matte black dial. With a sapphire crystal case back, wearers can admire its intricate mechanism that is enhanced with Glashütte features such as the three-quarter plate with striped finish, off-centre rotor, blued screws and hand-engraved balance bridge with duplex swan-neck fine adjustment.
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PanoMatic Luna
In an iridescent shimmer of mother-of-pearl, this feminine line centres on a silver-coloured moon rising against a finely grained silver firmament. The model shifts its time display to the left of its dial, lending its right half to additional complications—its moon phase and Panorama date. In addition to rod-shaped brilliant-cut indexes and a bezel encrusted in 64 brilliant-cut diamonds, the timepiece is available in two dial variations—a dark Tahitian mother-of-pearl or a luminous white mother-of-pearl. At the heart of the 39.4mm diameter stainless steel case beats the same automatic movement as in the PanoMaticLunar, enhanced with the decorative refinements that are quintessential to the brand.
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October birthstone: Iridescent opals to shop this month

06.10.2021
By Deanna Cheah

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The opal is sought-after by admirers for its eye-catching iridescence. Made of tiny silica spheres, it’s formed when silica-rich water seeps into the cracks and crevices in the earth’s crust. They are two types of opals: common opals and precious opals. Common opals (as the name implies) are abundant, while precious opals are very rare—both are mainly found in Australia.
The difference between these two types of opals is the spectrum of colours displayed by the stone. Common opals are usually opaque or translucent, with less shimmer and iridescence. Precious opals, however, catch the light and display rainbow-like colours with a prismatic effect that’s very captivating.
Unlike most gemstones, opals are amorphous and do not have a defined crystallised structure. Thus, they can be of many shapes and colours. Black opals are the rarest and most prized, as their dark body tone allows the flashes of colour to appear more vibrant and intense.
Opals are one of two October birthstones, the other being tourmaline. For those celebrating a birthday or fans of this iridescent stunner, we’ve curated a list of opal jewellery—set in yellow or white gold—for you to shop.
Shop them below:

Opal and diamond earrings, Andrea Fohrman

Signet opal ring, Pamela Love

‘Eternity’ 18-karat white gold short opal spike diamond clicker earring, Maria Tash

‘Unique’ 18-karat white gold diamond earrings, Annoushka

14-karat yellow gold small medallion diamond and opal necklace, Wwake

14-karat yellow gold diamond opal stud earrings, Mateo

18-karat yellow gold opal single earring, Lizzie Mandler Fine Jewelry

14-karat yellow gold diamond and opal eye charm, Jacquie Aiche

Opal and paraiba tourmaline earrings, David Morris

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The best statement accessories at London Fashion Week AW18
Arm candy

18.02.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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London Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2018 kicked off just a few days ago, and if there’s one takeaway we can glean from the street style savvy folk, it’s that you can cultivate an undeniably chic ensemble with the help of nifty accessories. From fur-lined heels to feather-decked bags, a look can be bestowed an Insta-worthy (or street style) seal of approval by pundits of the industry with any accessory of that sort.
We saw a deluge of shoes and bags on the cobblestoned streets of the city, including this season’s most popular accessories i.e. Off-White c/o Jimmy Choo’s plastic-encased heels, the cult-favourite bucket bag from LA-based brand Staud, and Miu Miu’s patch-covered bowling shoe-heel hybrid. Take in all the accessory inspo from below, lest you need ideas on what to add to your shopping list for the upcoming season:
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Get glowing skin without your beauty therapist with this DIY facial

11.06.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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We don’t know about you, but the new-and-improved MCO 3.0 has left us longing for the company of our beautician once more. Unsightly breakouts, clogged pores and dryness barely begin to describe the magnitude of the problem: luckily, we’ve got a solution.
We’ve come up with a DIY facial you can do at home to give your skin some much needed TLC while you wait for your next appointment—and for beauty services to reopen once more.
It’s easy, it’s only 10 steps, and you probably already have everything you need in your beauty closet (though, if not, we’ve curated a few of the beauty brands offering free home delivery on your favourite beauty essentials!). The steps are as follows:
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water

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You should be a pro by now when it comes to proper hand-washing. You already know why we need to do this.
Remove your makeup with a gentle makeup remover
You’re probably not wearing any, but just to make sure we start off with a clean slate, you’ll want to remove any and all makeup. Double cleansing is the way to go to effectively remove all traces of makeup, buildup of sebum and dirt from your skin. Opt for a cleansing oil or micellar water to remove makeup gently but thoroughly.
TIP: If you’re wearing SPF, the best way to remove it is with cleansing oils and balms.
Use: SK-II Facial Treatment Cleansing Oil
Cleanse your face with an invigorating massage

Once your face is bare and prepped, it’s time to cleanse! This is a good opportunity to get the blood flowing in your cheeks, so massage your favourite cleanser into your skin using circular motions. Abide by the 60-second rule when it comes to cleansing. This way, the product can actually dissolve sebum and dirt while softening your skin effectively. Remember to use tepid or cool water to cleanse.
Note: When massaging, make sure you’re keeping the pressure light. Alternatively, you could use a facial massager to get the job done nicely.
Use: Omorovicza Moor Cream Cleanser, which is the perfect solution for problematic skin.

Steam your face to soften the sebum in your pores

You really don’t need a fancy, sophisticated steam machine to help you out with this step—a bowl of steaming hot water and a damp towel will suffice!
Simply position your face above the bowl, then sling the towel over the back of your head, making sure it covers you and the bowl to maximise the humidity. Stay put for 10-15 minutes and voila! You’re all steamed up.
Note: Whatever you do, do NOT place a hot towel directly over your face—it’s unsanitary and the heat is terrible for your delicate skin.
Gently exfoliate

The world is your oyster with this one: you can opt for either a physical or chemical exfoliant, both of which work just fine. It’s one of the most important steps in this routine as it removes excess dry skin and promotes blood flow, which preps the skin to absorb other products more efficiently. Plus, it’ll make your skin feel smooth and silky—win!
Use: Tatcha The Rice Polish Classic—packed with nourishing Japanese rice bran that transforms to a creamy foam upon contact with water.
Purifying clay mask

Here’s where the nitty gritty cleansing comes in. For purified pores and reduced blemishes, clay masks are your best friend. If you’re not familiar with clay masks and are unsure which to go for, here’s a simple guide: yellow and red clay powders are great for sensitive skin, while white, kaolin and green clay works best for oily skin.
READ: Clay masks 101: How to pick the right clay for your skin and how to apply it properly
Simply apply an even layer, leave it on for five to seven minutes, then rinse it off with warm (not hot) water.
Note: Do not leave the clay mask on your skin until it completely dries out as this may potentially damage your skin.
Tone
READ: 8 best toners for every skin type
This step will help to restore your skin’s natural pH balance as well as remove any remaining traces of the mask. For maximum benefits, use a hydrating toner with ingredients like rose water, ginseng, or ceramides that are anti-inflammatory, hydrating, and soothing.
Use: Elemis Rehydrating Ginseng Toner
Hydrating face and eye mask

If you thought we were done with hydration, buckle up—we’ve barely even started. At this stage, you’ll want to hydrate your skin as much as you can for that extra glow and plumpness. You could opt for a wash-off mask or a sheet mask—whichever you feel like using. If you need any suggestions, we’ve compiled our favourite hydrating masks of every kind for your convenience!
READ: 10 Best hydrating masks for parched skin
Spot treat
Once your skin has been quenched, begin to spot treat problematic areas; your regular spot cream will work for any obvious blemishes or brightening treatments for any dark spots. Look for ingredients such as salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, tea tree oil, and AHAs in your spot treatment label.
Use: Clinique Anti-Blemish Solutions Clinical Clearing Gel
Eye cream, moisturiser and SPF

We’ve reached the final step in this pamper session; moisturiser and SPF. To lock in all the benefits of your hard work, you’ll want to layer on the moisturiser and eye cream to give you that natural, hydrated, dewy glow. Then, you’ll want to reach for the sunscreen to top it all off: SPF is non-negotiable (even indoors), so don’t you dare skimp on the sunscreen.
Voila, that’s it! An easy peasy facial that you can achieve at home to give your dull, dry (and clogged) skin a much needed boost.
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Watch now: #BuroJams with Narmi, Reza Salleh and Ali Aiman
Spotlight on music

09.11.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Narmi, Reza Salleh and Ali Aiman have two things in common: 1) they all write and sing their own songs and 2) being a singer-songwriter is not the only talent they have to offer.

When he isn’t on one of his #narmiadventures, Imran takes up groove duty on the drums for One Buck Short, a role he’s been playing long before his singer-songwriter debut, under the stage name Narmi. We also have Reza Salleh onboard this week; aside from his own music, the founder of Moonshine has been organising gigs for years now (Moonshine turns 11 this month!) and has provided a platform for some of the most talented local musicians of this generation to take their first step in the scene—Yuna, anyone? Then we have Ali Aiman, joining us fresh off the release of his debut album Circles. Fun facts: he is a part-time lecturer at ICOM, his alma mater, he plays the piano, guitar and the trumpet. That is a whole lot of talent in one car.

Watch as we drive the guys around in our trusty Audi Q7, even sneaking in a full song on the guitar in this episode of #BuroJams:

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7 Things you can do this weekend: 16—17 December 2017
It’s the season of giving!

13.12.2017
By Rachel Au

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1. Liberty Active Fitmas Party at The Playground Fitness, 10.30am – 4pm, 16 Dec
Before Christmas comes Fitmas and Liberty Active is throwing a workout party featuring three fun-filled, dynamic sessions: Pop Pilates, Liberty Obstacle Challenge and The Sweet Mess (HIIT).. However, each person is limited to a maximum of two workout sessions. On top of that, there’ll be a mini marketplace to help get with your gift hunt.
Admission is free but you’ll need to register here.

2. 2017 Pre-Holiday Workout Gathering at Le Blanc Bangsar, 9am – 3pm, 16 Dec
Some of the amazing trainers from the local fitness community have been brought together for this ultimate workout party. From yoga to Zuu to Winter Bootyland, there’s something for everyone.
RM30 onwards. For more info, visit the website.

3. Star Wars: The Last Jedi – Movie Night with MBO & myBurgerLab, 6.30pm – 11pm, 17 Dec
Indulge in the food by myBurgerLab, catch the latest Star Wars movie and support a charity all at the same time. All proceeds will go to Yayasan Chow Kit.
RM63.60 per person. For more info, visit the website.

4. 2nd Anniversary Sunday Night Market at Dr.Inc, 5pm – 12am, 17 Dec
Can you believe it’s DR.Inc’s second birthday already? We can’t! Join the feast, enjoy the Christmas-y mood, and don’t leave before trying a glass of hot wine.
For more info, visit the event page.

5. honestbee Christmas Pop-up Store at Lot 10, 10am – 10pm, till 1 Jan 2018
You’ve used them for their online concierge and delivery service. Now honestbee is joining the offline world as well as a special Christmas pop-up store. Find your gifts, eat your way through and join in the family activities.
For more info, visit the website.

6. Christmas Charity Flash Day at Cut X Dignity, 11am – 7pm, 17 Dec
Get a tattoo while supporting a charity. A group of local tattoo artists (Black Cat Tattoo, Wayang Kulit Tatu, @artofalvin, @ronnyneedles, @eltonikenonis, @apohapoh, @tacojoetaco and more) are coming together for this charity event where they’ll do all tattoos for RM250 with all proceeds to go to Dignity for Children Foundation.
For more info, visit their Instagram.

7. “Find Your Lucky Star” pop-up restaurant at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur Hotel, lunch/dinner, till 29 Dec
Get your kirakira app at the ready because this one-of-a-kind pop-up restaurant is out of this world. Conceptualised by multi-award-winning global interior designer Emma Maxwell, “Find Your Lucky Star” begins by entering a mesmerising space within a box. Inside, a fantastical scene will present itself to the guests and the scenery will change throughout the meal, from an “upside down” landscape of clouds and treetops to a dark void to a shimmering star field.
Part of the magical experience includes a finely crafted menu by Chef Francois Merlimood of famed French dining restaurant in Singapore, Bar-A-Thym (12 – 16 December) as well as Chef Gaetano Di Stefano of the hotel’s signature Italian restaurant, Villa Danieli (17 – 29 December). From Chef Francois, expect contemporary French dishes such as milk-fed veal tenderloin, foie gras foam, heirloom baby carrot and buckwheat, paired with Capel Vale Margaret River Cabernet Sauvignon. From Chef Gaetano, expect the true Italian taste with highlights such as baked turbot with braised Mediterranean vegetables, sea urchin foam and tomato vanilla sauce paired with 2013 MAZZEI Fonterutoli Chianti Classico DOCG.
Each session is limited to only 12 persons. The “Find your Lucky Star” experience is available at RM 238 nett for a 4-course lunch with wine pairing or RM 188 nett with mocktail, and RM 438 nett for a 6-course dinner with wine pairing or RM 388 nett with mocktail.
For any further inquiries or reservations, please call 03 2717 9027, e-mail to [email protected] or visit the website.

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Twinkle all the way: the Salvatore Ferragamo holiday 2016 collection
Razzle dazzle

24.11.2016
By Buro247

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The studio setup for the day is what one would see on Pinterest—luxurious furniture are beautifully arranged on a cozy area rug, and fairy lights and light bulbs are draped across the walls. It certainly begins to look a lot like Christmas. However, the most stunning of them all is none other than our model of the day, Fyza Kadir. The social media influencer is dressed in Salvatore Ferragamo, complemented by equally, if not more, exceptional accessories from the holiday collection.
It is the month of celebrations and there is no better way to get in the holiday spirit than to deck your wardrobe with festive pieces. Anticipating the fun and joyous occasion, the Italian fashion house offers a luxury shopping experience with a special selection of accessories. A unique combination of the brand’s tradition of excellence teamed with contemporary fashion, the capsule collection presents a strong colour palette of gold, red as well as the classic black and white. Dazzling details characterize masterpieces of artisan savoir-faire, from chevron patterns and weaving to graphic patterns made up of micro studs. To heighten the festive mood, bags are given shiny touches such as the new ‘Lux’ bow in a glossy style and the ‘Sofia’ bag in rich metallic gold.
Adding the perfect touch of holiday spirit to party ensembles, the Salvatore Ferragamo holiday accessories are sure to turn heads this celebratory season, and beyond. See the beautiful Fyza Kadir work her magic in the gallery below:
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Credits:Photography: Eric Chow/Blink Studio
Styling: Jasmine Leong
Makeup: KF Bong
Hair: Cody Chua
Styling assistant: Alyssa Lee
Photography assistant: Tommi Chu
Furniture credit: Lind Furniture

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Talking scents with Celine Roux, Jo Malone London’s Head of Global Fragrance

01.10.2018
By Cai Mei Khoo

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An hour-long car journey from our hotel in central London later, we found ourselves at an airfield in North London, where a row of black helicopters emblazoned with the Jo Malone London logo were waiting to take us to the event venue in Kent (talk about heading out to the countryside in style!), where we were about to experience the brand’s newest fragrance, Honeysuckle & Davana.
A short flight later, taking in views of the Thames snaking through the city, and the striking London skyline, we found ourselves at a gorgeous nursery, complete with Victorian glasshouses which were set up for various activities; bundle dyeing, floral arrangement and a cocktail masterclass with a mixologist and forager, who’s inspired me to learn how to create my own tinctures, but that’s a separate topic for another day. Bundle dyeing saw us creating a beautiful mess—flower petals in a myriad of colours were sprinkled generously onto damp silk sheets, which were then rolled up tightly and steamed to create a flower-dyed scarf. In the process, I managed to keep my white shirt clean, bar one spot, and while in the bathroom trying to wash it out , I realised I wasn’t alone—a lady in a cream linen dress had also got some floral dye on the hem of her dress, and she turned out to be Jo Malone London’s own Celine Roux, the creator of the new fragrance, Honeysuckle & Davana.
After trying to remove the spots (to varying degrees of success), I sat down with Celine after afternoon tea in yet another flower-filled greenhouse to talk about her latest scentsorial adventure.

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Cai Mei: We’re in this beautiful nursery in the English countryside. Can you please tell us a little more about how this inspired Jo Malone London’s latest fragrance, Honeysuckle & Davana?
Celine: The starting point was actually honeysuckle, the flower itself. It’s a flower that I’ve always loved. I first discovered it in a fragrance I wore constantly when I was a teenager, but didn’t know there were notes of honeysuckle in it until a few years ago when some perfumers told me, so it must have been in my mind for a while. When you talk about honeysuckle to an English person, they always have a story to tell and I love that. There’s that strong emotional connection with honeysuckle and I really wanted to do it for a few years but I didn’t know how. When I was familiar with the headspace technology, I asked the perfumer if we could do headspace on the honeysuckle that I liked, the ones in the English countryside? And they said ok. I really wanted us to smell honeysuckle in its environment and capture that, so that was the start of the fragrance, which is much more challenging but also a lot more fun. The two days we spent getting the notes from the honeysuckle were perfect—the weather was beautiful, we were in the arboretum at midnight smelling honeysuckle; it was a different environment and we kind of switched off work mode a little; It’s a much nicer way to get inspired and to start a project, and we were actually at an arboretum not far from where we are now.

Can you briefly tell us about the headspace technology?
We put something that looks like a glass bell over the flower and there’s a suction happening within which captures the air scented with honeysuckle. We then get the molecule or odour compounds, which the technical perfumer then translates into fragrance. The idea is that it’s never perfect but you adjust accordingly. When we smelt it at midnight, it was a little bit creamy, a bit sweet but not sugary sweet, and you work that way. It’s a long process but it makes it so much more interesting and the perfumer gets really excited because it’s rare to work this way.

You wanted to evoke the feeling of joy and happiness with Honeysuckle & Davana. What other scents evoke emotions for you?
There are a few. Firstly, Wood Sage and Sea Salt. I was really inspired by the English coast. I wanted a scent that takes you to a moment when you’re on the beach, surrounded by cliffs. It’s almost a bit cold, and you’re with your lover, or with your friends, and you have this moment of freedom, a free spiritedness, and that’s what I wanted to capture.

Then there’s Blackberry & Bay. I go blackberry picking every summer; everybody in England goes blackberry picking. I was picking blackberries with my kids just last week. One of my sons loves Blackberry & Bay and I was telling him that the scent was actually inspired by blackberry picking. And there are so many memories when picking blackberries—you eat them straight off the bush, you don’t go home with the full basket, or the basket falls—that always happens with my kids—there are so many moments of happiness and innocence. Right now, we have so much stress in our lives, there’s such speed, everything is quick, quick, quick.

I love scents that are comforting, in particular with vanilla notes, like in Myrrh & Tonka. When I smell scents that make me feel good, or cosy, or feel enveloped in, I react to it a little better because it’s comfortable. I don’t react as well when it’s super sharp. It’s finding a balance of what you want to achieve but in general, right now, I tend to like the emotions or feelings of comfort and wellness, of wellbeing. Vanilla has a bad reputation because there are a lot of synthetics but vanilla the ingredient in perfumery is one of the most expensive and it smells divine. There are so many facets to it; it’s a little bit woody, animalic, oriental and sexy, but in general when you have a little bit of vanilla, it creates the sense of comfort. That’s my current mood. Maybe if you see me in six months, I’ll be like ‘it’s all about fresh and zesty!’ [laughs]

Speaking of fresh and zesty, I was at the Regent Street flagship where we discovered the boutique exclusive fragrances and I really loved Tobacco & Mandarin. It’s a pleasantly unexpected scent, not your usual tobacco-type scent.
I’m so happy to hear that. That was a fragrance that I really struggled with. What I wanted to achieve in that Bloomsbury collection, is to capture the quintessential English gentleman—the well-dressed man who talks about poetry and literature, wearing cologne and smoking tobacco (not cigarettes). I loved the idea of mixing the freshness of the cologne with tobacco. It was really tough to do—it was either too fresh or had too strong tobacco notes. And again with this fragrance, I wanted a feeling of comfort and warmth; I’m glad you like it.

What are some of your favourite smells outside of Jo Malone London fragrances?
I only wear Jo Malone London fragrances, and can tell if there’s someone in the office not wearing one of our perfumes, and that’s when I’ll go up to them and question them [laughs]. I love hay; right now I really like straw and all earthy scents. It’s a scent that makes me feel very at ease. We did a collection, English Fields, that revolves around grains and cereals. We went to an organic bakery and downstairs, they had the dough, and all the grains, and there was an earthiness to the smells that I really liked. I suppose you can call that my go-to place. At work, I have a Jo Malone London box filled with hay from my parent’s countryside home and when I’m feeling under the weather, I smell it, and everything’s better.

As dusk slowly started to set in, we made our way back to the helicopters, walking past blackberry bushes and what Celine told me earlier came to mind. Perhaps Honeysuckle & Davana will be the fragrance to remind me of the English countryside, these Victorian glasshouses and many moments of happiness to come.
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Now On: Chanel’s Mademoiselle Privé Exhibition in Seoul

22.06.2017
By Cai Mei Khoo

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Debuting at the Saatchi Gallery in London two years ago, Chanel’s Mademoiselle Privé exhibition continues its journey and lands at the D Museum in Seoul for its next instalment. Capturing the heart and soul of the brand, the exhibition is an immersive experience that focuses on haute couture designs by Karl Lagerfeld, the iconic Chanel No. 5 fragrance and re-editions of the Bijoux de Diamants collection, the only high jewellery collection designed by Gabrielle Chanel in 1932.

Digital touches abound, lending a touch of futurism to the exhibition—at the entrance, the Mademoiselle Privé poster can be scanned by the camera on the dedicated Mademoiselle Privé app, which offers the visitor a taste of augmented reality. The ceiling light screen above is rendered in prints borrowed from Gabrielle Chanel’s beloved coromandel lacquered screens, while the holographic stairs lead down to the first floor, to the very beginning of the Chanel story—Gabrielle Chanel’s very first boutique in Deauville. The next room celebrates the totems that pay homage to the House’s codes, symbols that were important in Gabrielle Chanel’s work, and which Karl Lagerfeld continues to be inspired by, pearls, lucky numbers, wheat sheaths, and the camellia, reinterpreted especially for this exhibition by Korean artist, Jiyong Lee.
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Further on, an experiential olfactory room that houses the different scents that make up the Chanel No. 5 fragrance, held in glass vials that you can sniff from—May rose, ylang ylang, jasmine, sandalwood and aldehydes. Outside the No. 5 chamber, a maze of fabrics hung from the ceiling in varying shades of beige lead you up a flight of stairs to the Studio Door, where via AR, the door opens to Gabrielle Chanel working within. It is past this door where the haute couture pieces lie. The pinnacle of luxury, haute couture celebrates the creativity, craftsmanship and innovation of Chanel. “What I like in haute couture is that it is devilishly done,” said Karl Lagerfeld.

To one side is a screening room that showcases short movies directed by Karl Lagerfeld, including ‘Visite Nocturne‘, an imaginary conversation between Karl Lagerfeld and Gabrielle Chanel, played by Geraldine Chaplin.

It is perhaps the final part of the Mademoiselle Privé journey that is the most breathtaking. Glass columns encase the re-editions of Gabrielle Chanel’s Bijoux de Diamants collection, a dazzling array of jewellery in the form of stars and shooting stars dripping with diamonds, Gabrielle’s favourite gem. “I wanted to shower women in constellations,” she said. In the adjacent, final room, are black and white portraits of celebrities and friends of the house, including Caroline de Maigret, G-Dragon and Soo Joo Park, wearing the Bijoux de Diamants collection, photographed by Karl Lagerfeld.
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If the exhibition leaves you wanting more, head upstairs to the fourth floor of the museum, where workshops with Lesage (embroiderer), Lemarié (feather and flower maker), high jewellery (gouache-coloured drawing technique), and Chanel No. 5 (immersive experience) will be held but be sure to make reservations for these workshops in advance.

The Mademoiselle Privé Seoul exhibition runs from 23 June – 19 July 2017 and is held at D Museum, Seoul. Click here to download the app for more information and to reserve your ticket.

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Beauty
The “New Normal” in the local beauty scene: Evelyn Marieta of Wunderbath

11.05.2020
By Wei Yeen Loh

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The New Normal

How has your business been affected from the pandemic?

We’re extremely lucky that we are a company that is based more online than offline. We were also lucky enough to launch our hand sanitisers one day before the MCO started. It took me one week to formulate, lab test, design and produce it. I can honestly say that it was the quickest product launch we’ve ever done.

Initially, I was worried that we were a little too late to the hand sanitiser game, but launching plant-based sanitisers for sensitive skin that can be customisable was definitely a great decision for us, business wise.

This product success has been keeping us profitable even though our sales this year have been affected by the pandemic.

Being nimble while staying true to our brand’s core values is the best decision we’ve made so far.

How has the “new normal” been for you and the company?

It was really hectic at first, every team member took on every role available just to meet the deadlines of all the orders.
As some of our team members can only contribute digitally from home, my production team and I have been packing, producing and gathering orders all at the same time. It didn’t help that we were only restricted to work until 8pm.

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But now as we enter the 4th phase of the MCO, this hectic schedule has become the new norm for us. Production begins early in the morning, followed by a rush to pack all the orders. After a late lunch at around 3pm, we then continue with production again until 8pm.
The silver lining is that I’ve gotten used to finishing up my work by 8pm. Before the MCO, I used to leave work for home much later than that—so I guess you can say that I have more work-life balance now.

What are some of the challenges when it comes to producing handmade beauty products during such difficult times?

The lack of manpower, materials and supplies were our greatest challenge during the start of the MCO.
We had to keep social distancing in mind while operating, which limited the manpower we had. We overcame this issue by implementing better procedures to produce and pack more efficiently.
But I realised that being forced to find ways to be more effective is actually a blessing in disguise. As for the shortage of materials, we had no choice but to mark some of our products as “out-of-stock” on our website.
But, to counter this, we also launched 10 new products and sets that were exclusively created for the MCO period, such as our “Hakuna Your Tatas” Care Set.

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What do you do to de-stress and get your mind off things, especially during this stressful time?

When I get caught in my worry spell, I’d remind myself of the reasons why I started the business in the first place. I started because I wanted to create fun, high quality bath products and cosmetics for everyone to enjoy.
Reminding myself that I’m a creator first, businesswoman second has helped put things into perspective.
On weekends, I head to my kitchen to whip up fun products for my family and friends. So far I’ve made Soap Jelly, Soap Sorbet, Bath Bomb Cake and Konnyaku Jelly Face Mask. I also bake occasionally.

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What are you most grateful for at this time, despite the challenges you’ve faced?

I’m really grateful for all of our extremely understanding and loyal customers who have been blessing us with orders and support.
I’m also most grateful for the health of my family, friends, team members and myself.
Ultimately, our sacrifices as a collective during this difficult time is worth it as it is for the future of everyone in the world. In a grand scale, that matters way more than profitability of a business.

Shop Wunderbath online here. Follow founder Evelyn Marieta on Instagram and Facebook.

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Facial fillers: What to consider before getting your first filler

02.10.2020
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Looking to score a more lifted and youthful appearance? Or perhaps 3D cheekbones for the ‘Gram (real-life FaceTune, if you will)? If anti-ageing and lifting skincare isn’t quite cutting it for you—or you’re just too impatient to wait for long-term results—dermal fillers may be your answer.
Ahead, we address every question you have regarding dermal fillers, from the most common myths (duck lips are reversible, just FYI) to the differences between fillers, threads and Botox. Dr Lee Kim Siea, board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the founder of M Clinic, weighs in on everything you need to know below:
What are dermal fillers?

Typically in gel-like form, dermal fillers are injected beneath the skin’s surface to add volume and fullness. There are temporary, semi-permanent and permanent fillers available in the market today, each containing different substances and to treat a range of cosmetic issues.
“The most commonly used is hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers that can improve the skin’s contour and plump up or restore volume. As we age, our body loses naturally-generated HA and collagen, which contributes to the formation of fine lines and wrinkles on the face. HA fillers can replenish lost HA and restore lost volume to suppress or reverse the signs of ageing. Certain HA fillers have formulation especially for the skin and can also improve the skin texture by plumping it up,” says Dr Lee.

What can you use fillers for?

Dermal fillers are designed to treat a variety of concerns, depending on the type of filler selected, such as:

Plump up thinning lips
Fill in or smoothen out static wrinkles, which are formed as a result of collagen loss and ageing
Minimise the appearance of fine lines, improve elasticity and hydration
Fill in or minimise the appearance of recessed scars
Enhance or plump up shallow areas on the face
Restore or create facial volume i.e. Juvederm’s Volux filler is known to sculpt and create definition for the chin and jawline area

Fun fact: thanks to advanced techniques in facial aesthetics, doctors are now able to change a person’s emotional expression, including negative expressions such as tired, sad, angry and tense expressions and even sagging.
“Filler injections can transform a person’s look into a younger, fresher, slimmer and prettier or more handsome version of themselves,” says Dr Lee. “In these kinds of cases, we are looking at an overall treatment and no longer looking at filling individual areas to achieve the desired positive outcome. As we advance, we also know that certain parts of the face can act as ageing trigger points; and so by treating these specific points, we can effectively slow down the ageing process. All these more advanced techniques will require a higher-level skill set from the injectors who have to be trained medical doctors.”
The difference between fillers and Botox

The key difference between dermal fillers and neurotoxins (like Botox) is that the latter works by ‘freezing’ specific muscles to reduce the formation of wrinkles, while dermal fillers fill out wrinkles to smoothen the skin.
According to Dr Lee, hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers like Juvederm® are popular because it doesn’t just restore volume and minimise fine lines, it also adds moisture to give the skin a plump, hydrated look.
In case you were wondering if you can opt for both Botox and fillers in a single treatment, the answer is: yes. “Botox might be used to correct deep furrows between the eyes while a filler may be used to fill the fine lines around the mouth,” says Dr Lee.

Dermal fillers, Botox or thread lifts?

Fillers are used for when the face requires volume replacement to achieve the desired results.
Botox is used mainly for wrinkle treatment especially the dynamic lines, or it can be used for facial reshaping and skin rejuvenation.
Threads are mainly used for lifting. Often times, all three are used in combination to achieve the best outcome.
Dermal fillers or implants?

“Unlike dermal fillers, implants are made of silicon or other safe materials that are inserted underneath the skin; these can last for a lifetime. Both fillers and implants can make your appearance fuller, plumper and more youthful, and both procedures are safe when performed by an expert,” says Dr Lee.
The choice of fillers or implants is dependent on the specific concerns or areas of the face that need to be treated and the patient’s preference. Dermal fillers may be more suited to individuals who:

Do not want to/unable to undergo surgery
Do not want a permanent implant in their face
Do not want a foreign substance inserted into their face (for religious reasons)
Are unsure if they will be happy with the outcome of the treatment/surgery
Cannot afford a long recovery time or downtime
Have a limited budget

Currently, there are dermal fillers in the market that can yield similar results as facial implants, such as Juvederm Volux which is used to create a more defined chin and jawline in patients.
Pain factor and downtime

If the question of pain is niggling in the back of your mind, worry not. According to Dr Lee, those with a lower pain threshold can request for the doctor to apply a local anaesthetic cream to numb the specific area before the procedure.
Also, some fillers like Juvederm Volux contain a small quantity of lidocaine (local anaesthetic) to reduce pain.
Recovery wise, filler injections typically have very minimal down time. “As with all injections, there is a small risk of bruising and some patients experience redness, swelling and some discomfort or pain. These side effects are usually temporary and resolve on its own. Some patients do not experience any bruising at all and can resume their normal routine after the injections,” says Dr Lee.

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Common myths about fillers

Myth 1: Fillers can make you look ‘overdone’
Want a Kylie Jenner pout but afraid that you may get duck lips instead? You may be worried for nothing! When expertly injected, a good filler should look natural. Most physicians today follow the ‘less is more’ mantra to achieve gradual and subtle-looking results.
“Overfilled ‘pillowy’ faces, trout pouts and duck lips are not the norm anymore, and this is partly because dermal fillers and filler techniques have gotten better and more sophisticated,” says Dr Lee.
Myth 2: Filler bumps and lumps are irreversible and dangerous
Filler lumps are a result of improper placement of fillers—yet another reason why choosing an expert physician is extremely important. Bumps can occur in some individuals who are more prone to swelling or bruising, and who might experience raised bumps at the injection sites. But fret not—this is usually temporary and should subside within a day or two. Dr Lee advises to consult with your physician if you notice that the bumps have not subsided after a week.
Lumps and bumps that result from the wrong placement of filler can also be dissolved with hyalase, an enzyme specifically made for HA fillers.
Myth 3: Fillers are permanent
The most common fillers now are temporary fillers, which are HA fillers like Juvederm.
The effects of temporary fillers last anywhere between six months to more than a year, depending on the type of HA filler injected. But the real reason temporary fillers are popular is because it allows individuals to test out how the filler affects the body before deciding on injecting it more often or permanently.
“You also have the option to discontinue the treatment if you don’t like the results. HA fillers in particular can also be dissolved with an enzyme making it a safer option,” says Dr Lee.
Semi-permanent fillers take longer for the body to break down and absorb. Typically used in the treatment of deeper laugh lines, marionette lines, wrinkles and crows’ feet, the results last for about 12 to 18 months.
Permanent dermal fillers on the other hand, aren’t easily decomposable, and they’re usually injected into parts of the body that consist of thick skin like the nasolabial folds (also known as “smile lines” or “laugh lines”). “It lasts up to five years or more in the body, and its usage is limited. A qualified and experienced physician should be able to advice patients on the different types of fillers available and the most suitable one for their specific needs,” says Dr Lee.
Myth 4: Fillers are only for older people to prevent the physical signs of ageing
This is not entirely true, according to Dr Lee. While most people in their 40s consider getting fillers when their faces start to show signs of ageing, Botox and dermal fillers are increasingly popular with women in their 20s and 30s now, as reported by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
“This is a trend that will likely continue,” Dr Lee says. “The latest injectable treatments are safe, relatively affordable, have minimal to no downtime or side-effects, and are designed for subtlety—reasons why it is increasingly popular with younger women and men as well.”

How much filler is ‘too much’?

Dr Lee says: “It depends on where the injector placed the filler. 0.1 cc may be too much in a wrong place, while 10 cc (if placed in an appropriate area) could make a person look younger, prettier, and happier. In this respect, well-trained and experienced injectors can make a world of difference.”
Dos and don’ts after getting dermal fillers

While this may vary depending on the type of filler used, normal daily activities can be resumed after treatment. Note that you should avoid facial massages, saunas and excessive sun exposure for 48 hours post-treatment. Water sports such as swimming and diving should also be avoided to reduce the risk of infection at the injection sites.
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‘What I See’ – Through the lens of Brooklyn Beckham
Budding photographer

22.06.2017
By Gwen Ong

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It’s no secret that Brooklyn Beckham has a strong love for the art of photography – he even has a tattoo to prove this. Last year, the 18-year-old was commissioned to work on a Burberry campaign as well as a photo diary for Pull & Bear.

This passion started at the age of 14 when his famous dad, David bought him his first camera—a Fujifilm. Since then, he has moved onto Leica and is often seen toting his trusty camera around. His Instagram showcases his skills and various subjects, mostly his travels and family, which form the main highlights of his first book.

A post shared by bb (@brooklynbeckham) on Jun 22, 2017 at 1:27am PDT

Titled What I See, Brooklyn’s camerawork gives us an intimate portrayal of his life with a series of 300 images. Each chapter features different stories and captions in his own words.

“I didn’t plan this photo,” he explained about the image of his brother Romeo holding flowers. “Romeo and I were waiting to see our little sister’s ballet recital and we bought her flowers. I took this when we were waiting outside and I love it!” In another pre-release image, he captured his sister Harper with her book working in concentration. “My sister loves drawing. I taught her and we do it together sometimes. This is her at the kitchen table.”

What I See will be released on 29th June with pre-orders available now. Following this, Brooklyn is slated to pursue his talent at university in New York later this year.

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