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Laneige’s new cushion compact is the first in the world that offers blue light protection

07.08.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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If there’s one thing Laneige is renowned for, it’s their nifty cushion compacts. First came the BB Cushion in 2012, which sold 14.8 million units globally and won them a whopping 82 international beauty awards. Since then, Laneige has continued to pioneer the market year after year with their exciting lineup of innovative cushion products; and this year is no exception.
You heard that right—Laneige is back with an update. In fact, we’d go as far to say that this is their most exciting endeavour yet. The Laneige NEO Cushion collection features two new cushions, both of which boast seven different shades for you to find your perfect match, as well as groundbreaking new technology that will revolutionise your makeup experience.

Full coverage has never been more weightless, and with this collection, it now comes in two different finishes: Matte and Glow.
You know the drill—if you’re looking for medium to full buildable coverage, a matte finish and all-day sweat-resistant wear, look no further than the NEO Cushion Matte. Thanks to its Humid Defense™ Technology, excess sebum is kept under control so you can enjoy luminous skin for up to 24 hours (even in hot and humid Malaysia!).
Packaged beautifully within a mint green compact, the cushion foundation is weightless, buildable and true to colour. That’s right—you don’t have to worry about the formula oxidising on you. The Vivid Coverage Technology™ keeps your foundation true and looking freshly applied through its micro-sized cover powders. Say goodbye to pores, imperfections and unevenness, and say hello to your best skin yet.

However, if you’re a fan of the dewy look, we’d suggest you give the NEO Cushion Glow a try instead. It still boasts the same long-lasting coverage as the Matte, but the product focuses more on hydration and brightening. It achieves this through its Liquid Diamond™ complex, its True Colour Solution™ pigments and its Dewy-Lasting Technology.
So, what does this mean? Well—first up, the Liquid Diamond™ is simply liquefied diamond powder turned into silver pearl liquid, which is what gets you glowing from every angle. The True Colour Solution™ ensures up to 12 hours of true colour wear—no oxidising or skin darkening here.
Finally, the Dewy-Lasting Technology ensures that your hydrated glow lasts all day long. Specifically, it works by ensuring that the moisturising ingredients in the foundation reach the skin before the pigments. Either way, you’re left with flawless, dewy skin. Plus, for what it’s worth, the beautiful pastel pink compact is easy on the eyes too.

The benefits of the NEO Cushion Collection don’t stop there either—the products are certified for blue light filtering, making them the first of their kind. Now, though the effects of blue light filtering haven’t been widely established, recent studies have shown that extended exposure to the blue light emitted from these devices can cause damage to the skin. Specifically, it has been proven to cause oxidative stress, premature ageing and hyper-pigmentation.
It may be that our dependence on technology makes it virtually impossible to distance ourselves from the problem—however, instead of suffering the consequences, why not simply dress to protect? The foundations are formulated with Titanium Dioxide, which works to filter the damaging rays and protect the skin effectively.
Product quality aside, the sleek, photo-worthy packaging of the NEO Cushion is an absolute delight from the get-go. The chic, ergonomic and user-friendly design is courtesy of Korean designer Yeongkyu Yoo—from the borderless edges for maximum comfort, to the “One-Touch Spinning Refill” for ultimate convenience, the newest collection marries function and aesthetic perfectly.

In fact, every piece of this collection has been carefully considered, all the way down to the cushion puff itself. The NEO Cushion Matte comes with a “Micro-Cutting Puff”, which features uniformed slits on its surface for a buildable, yet full coverage on skin and seamless application. The NEO Cushion Glow, however, comes with an “Air-Hole Puff”; 40 air holes within the cushion puff ensures that the foundation’s formula doesn’t lose any of its moisturising goodness in the application process, resulting in a soft, dewy finish.

You can score the NEO Cushion collection now at any Laneige boutiques and beauty counters nationwide, and if you’re quick, you may be able to get your mitts on a complimentary gift too. The specialist bag and accessories brand Sometime has collaborated with Laneige to create the special edition Sometime for Laneige Estela Canvas bag.
To get your hands on it, all you have to do is purchase any normal-priced Laneige products worth RM680 & above between now till 15 September 2020 at Laneige Beauty Counters & Boutiques.

The Laneige NEO Cushions are now available in-store nationwide. Find out more about Laneige and the collection here.

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Can’t take our eyes off the Dior Grand Soir Botanic
Exceptional savoir-faire

19.04.2017
By Gwen Ong

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A fairy-tale garden blossom in the Dior Grand Soir Botanic collection where the spotlight is on flowers and plants that seem to be growing under the glass. Unveilved at Baselworld 2017, each of the eight timepieces from this collection draws on Monsieur Dior’s love of flowers.

Enchanting and aesthetically wonderful, the off-centre hands give us a peek at the blossoming flora in the dials. The Dior Grand Soir Botanic timepieces feature a detailed gem-setting with the flower dials are adorned with precious stones of various shapes and sizes, mother-of-pearl, opals and polished gold elements.

The one-of-a-kind watches are also embellished with a snow-set round of diamonds on the white gold cases that beautifully frame up the unique flower dials. The Dior Grand Soir Botanic collection is equipped with a quartz movement and polished gold case-backs while the strap of choice in midnight blue fabric is designed with undulating lines.

What a beauty isn’t it? The limited edition timepieces can be had from €220,000 onwards.

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What we can learn from the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial
Hollywood's biggest defamation lawsuit

25.05.2022
By Phyll Wu

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Over the past few months, a defamation case involving two of Hollywood’s renowned actors—Johnny Depp and Amber Heard—has captured a worldwide audience, resulting in an uproar across all social media platforms, overshadowing nearly every other pop culture news. The flood of public attention garnered after the abuse allegations made against Depp were publicised caused him to suffer significant setbacks in his career, leading him to file a $50 million defamation lawsuit against Heard in 2019— which finally commenced in court in April 2022. Here’s what we know and what we can learn from it.
How did it begin?

Depp and Heard met as co-stars on the set of The Rum Diary in 2009, an American comedy-drama where they played each other’s love interests. Although both actors were seeing different people at the time, romance eventually sparked between the two in 2012, following a split from their respective former partners. Two years later in January 2014, the couple gets engaged and eventually ties the knot in February 2015.
Fast forward to 2016, Amber Heard files for divorce citing irreconcilable differences after 17 months of marriage, followed by a restraining order filed against Depp over allegations of domestic violence. Along with the request for a restraining order, Heard submits a photo of her bruised face to the court, claiming she was struck in the eye after Depp had thrown a cellphone towards her during an argument. The divorce was finalised with the two parting on bad terms with very public abuse allegations against each other.

Without mentioning Depp’s name, Heard later publishes an op-ed in December 2018 on The Washington Post titled: “I spoke up against sexual violence—and faced our culture’s wrath. That has to change.”. In the article, she states:
“Like many women, I had been harassed and sexually assaulted by the time I was of college age. But I kept quiet—I did not expect filing complaints to bring justice. And I didn’t see myself as a victim.
Then two years ago, I became a public figure representing domestic abuse, and I felt the full force of our culture’s wrath for women who speak out.”

The op-ed ultimately resulted in a $50 million lawsuit filed by Johnny Depp against Amber Heard in 2019, calling her claims of domestic abuse ‘categorically and demonstrably false’. This lawsuit would eventually spiral into one of the most conspicuous lawsuits in Hollywood’s history, with netizens rushing to keep up with the case on the edge of their seats.
What can we take from this?

While celebrity scandals are undeniably a guilty pleasure for many, it is important to keep in mind that we are merely spectators through a screen—and these cases affect real lives, involving real victims. Additionally, cases of domestic violence, in general, should never be taken lightly or used as a source of entertainment. As the case was widely publicised, we were provided with a profusion of details and understandably, fans have rushed to support either party by leaving their justifications on the internet and participating in online debates in defense of Depp or Heard. However, let’s take a step back from the media updates for a moment and discuss the three key points that we should note:

Women are just as capable of abuse as men

With the abundance of evidence provided, it is apparent that both Depp and Heard have acted in an abusive manner at some point during their marriage. Although women make up most of the percentage in domestic abuse, it can’t be ignored that one in six to seven men (in the UK) have experienced abuse inflicted by their spouse. Domestic abuse is a worldwide issue and in order for us to help those in need, we must believe all victims regardless of their gender.

 Media attention is not an invitation for harmful comments

Following the evidence and testimonies against Amber Heard, social media platforms were swept with death threats and misogynistic, slut-shaming messages against the actress. Although it is evident both parties have presented abusive signs, Heard was heavily mocked while she was describing her experience, which was backed up by attestations. Depp received his share of criticism on the internet, but it is not nearly as brutal and personal as what Heard has received. Leaving unnecessarily harmful comments sets an example to some—especially kids—that it is acceptable to enable and normalise sexism and misogyny on the internet if it is towards a mass disliked public figure. Pernicious comments are never justifiable and it is crucial to be mindful of our words when sharing opinions on the internet in any case.

Educate on domestic abuse

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been an exceptional rise in cases of domestic abuse all over the world. With the Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard case being the most broadcasted, we should take this as a chance to educate children and our loved ones to notice the signs of domestic abuse early on. Children, especially, should be taught what a healthy relationship looks like, and how they can regulate their emotions during intense situations to avoid inflicting verbal or physical harm on others. It is not particularly an easy conversation to be had, but it is a pivotal lesson that should be educated in all households.
In conclusion, domestic violence is a rampant and deadly issue that we must openly address to spread awareness and we must do what we can to avoid any misfortunes that may happen.
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Five recent celebrity reinventions that could motivate you
Turning over a new leaf

05.01.2016
By Buro247

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Miley Cyrus: from Disney star to over-sexualised exhibitionist

Okay, so maybe it’s not the best idea to do a full turnover and end up performing on a stage wearing prosthetic breasts and a strap on, but Miley Cyrus’ reinvention was perhaps one that was the most effective, in terms of changing her image and boosting her publicity. The process didn’t exactly begin recently – it was in 2012 that the actress-singer first chopped off her locks, shaved the sides of her head, and went platinum blonde. Day after day Cyrus began to step out of her Hannah Montana image (and out of her clothes) shocking more and more with her increasingly raunchy live performances.
But it was her nearly-nude performance in November that kicked off her Miley Cyrus and Her Dead Petz tour that epitomises her transformation, where she bobbed about in a bondage harness, a glittery purple wig, and the offending prosthetic breasts and strap-on. With a nude concert planned for the near future for good measure, Cyrus can’t emphasise enough, how far away she has evolved from her squeaky clean, innocent Disney image.

Lady Gaga: from an outrageous pop star to graceful singer-actress

From outfits made out of meat and bubbles, to a power pop album, to a ballad collaboration with Tony Bennett, to a classic red carpet goddess, Lady Gaga just keeps showing the world that she’s not just a shock factor, but an incredibly talented one who turns out to have excellent taste when it comes to style. We’re not quite sure what happened in between Stefani Germanotta’s days of near-ridiculous red carpet and stage antics, and her epic tribute to Sound of Music at the 2015 Oscars, but Gaga seems to have been doing something darn right recently.
And to add more to the fact that this pop star has proven that she has insane vocals, it turns out that she can act too. In October 2015, Gaga made her debut on FX’s American Horror Story as The Countess – a name and persona that she has embodied in her official Instagram. At this point, it seems that whatever direction Gaga takes after this will just continue to shock and awe us, and we really can’t wait to see what else she has in store.

Cara Delevingne: from a fashion muse, to a socialite, to a Hollywood actress

At first, Cara Delevingne emerged as one of those models that would be a promising muse to the fashion world. And of course quickly became one, scoring notable gigs with the likes of Burberry and Victoria’s Secret, in 2011 and 2012 respectively. But it was her rise in the celebrity circuit in 2013 that has, for the past two years, plastered her in every other major magazine, tabloid, website and the like.
With a lengthy list of famous friends and lovers – Rita Ora, Michelle Rodriguez, St. Vincent and Taylor Swift, to name a few – Delevingne seemed to be heading for a reputation as a socialite model, above everything else. That is, until she reminded the world that she can act. In 2015 she appeared in her first starring role in Paper Towns, but it wasn’t her first acting gig. She portrayed a princess in her film debut in 2012’s Anna Karenina, and also appeared in 2014’s The Face of an Angel.
Back in August she told The Times that she was taking a break from fashion for the time being. But it seems to be a good move because Hollywood has taken her on as a muse as well, as she will appear as the Enchantress in the highly anticipated Suicide Squad later this year.

Angelina Jolie: from a dark, troubled actress, to an activist, to a Hollywood director

Probably the most obvious choice in this list, Angelina Jolie made plenty of major headlines way before she paired up with fellow Hollwood superstar Brad Pitt. If it’s not her infamous blood pact with former husband Billy Bob Thornton that was making headlines, it was the particularly sultry, dark and edgy roles that she played in movies that would get people talking.
But we all know what happened next. Jolie continued to play these bizarre roles, got together with Brad Pitt, adopted and had many children, and became a UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) ambassador and humanitarian out to save the world. But it’s her directorial work that shows a vastly different side to the actress – diving deeply into issues and subjects that include war, hardship, love, and more.
In 2011 she made her feature directorial debut with In the Land of Blood and Honey, which was set during the early 90s’ Bosnian War where a Serb soldier and Bosniak prisoner fall in love. Her next directorial work was with 2014’s Unbroken, a tale about World War II hero Louis Zamperini, with her third being the marital drama starring herself and hubby Brad Pitt By the Sea.

Nicki Minaj, from raunchy rapper to feminist confronter

“Miley, what’s good?” is all we can think of when it comes to Nicki Minaj right now, claiming her award for Best Hip Hop Video at MTV VMA thus shutting down her critics. With music, videos, performances and outfits filled with lots of emphasis on the booty and on sexuality, Minaj never really seemed to strike many as nothing more than another female rapper making her way through the demanding (and revealing) music circuit. Not until she began to get very vocal in her opinions – which has actually began to make sense.
On the back of 2015’s VMA nominations, Minaj tweeted a series of rants regarding the lack of diversity in the lineup: “If your video celebrates women with very slim bodies, you will be nominated for vid of the year,” she wrote. The comment garnered some backlash from her fellow artists, including Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus. 2015 painted Minaj as both empowered and empowering – for openly addressing issues surrounding race, gender and body images – something that many now applaud her for.

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Experience the Flavours of Mexico at The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
Absolutamente delicioso

16.09.2015
By Buro247

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Experience the vibrant flavours of Mexican cuisine prepared by the true masters of Mexican food, Chef Jorge Carlos Gonzales, Executive Chef Mohan Delinganmu from The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur, La Mexicana restaurant and Fresca Mexican Kitchen & Bar. The innovative and creative reinterpretations of traditional Mexican flavours will take centre stage at the Cesar Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur for five days only.

On his second trip to Malaysia, Chef Jorge will be demonstrating his culinary signature of using ancient ingredients in creative ways to. Having worked with high-profile restaurants in Mexico and establishing his own restaurant, Chef Jorge is an expert in constructing sophisticated dishes using th most humble Mexican ingredients.

Diners can look forward to an incredible menu with a spread of unique, fresh and delectable dishes such as the Tacos Al-Pastor, Chile En Nogada, Chilaquiles, Sea Bass Ceviche, Steak and Chicken Tacos, and many more. Another favourite Mexican flavour that will be present is the Tequila, in the form of the Consejo Regulador del Tequila.

As a momento for diners, the Mexican Embassy will distribute complimentary recipe books to inspire local home cooks and foodies to explore traditional Mexican flavours and the methods of cooking authentic Mexican food.

To reserve your unique Mexican experience, call 03-2142 8000 or email [email protected].

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10 Fun things you can do in KL this weekend: 11 & 12 January 2020

08.01.2020
By Ronn Tan

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

1. Malaysian Jazz Piano Festival at KLPAC, 2pm – 11pm, 11 & 12 January 2020
The seventh edition of the event is happening this weekend. In addition to performances by upcoming acts and well-known musicians, free workshops will be conducted throughout. Entry is RM85 per night or RM250 for all three nights.
For more information, visit this website.
2. Urban Market at Arcoris Mont Kiara, 10am – 9pm, 11 & 12 January 2020
Turn on your shopping mode and take a look at products from more than 20 entrepreneurs and homegrown merchants. You will find shoes, bags, snacks, beauty products, and accessories. To entertain children at the Kids Craft Avenue zone, activities and workshops will be conducted by Talent Playground.
For more information, visit this website.
3. Cafe Malaysia Exhibition 2020 at Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), 10am – 5pm, 11 January 2020
Head over to MITEC this Saturday to get a closer glimpse of the cafe industry. The event showcases everything one would need to strive in a cafe business—from supplies to machinery. This special exhibition involves coffee and tea enthusiasts as well as industry professionals. There will be 180 exhibitors from 22 countries and admission is free.
For more information, visit this website.
4. Awwsum CNY Night Market at The Square by Jaya One, 5pm – 12am, 11 & 12 January 2020
Chinese New Year is just around the corner and there’s no better way to get into the festive spirit than this pet-friendly bazaar. Shop for yourself or your loved ones (that include your pets too!).
For more information, visit this website.
5. Issa Flea Market by Coffeeboy Club at The Gasket Alley, 10am – 7pm, 11 January 2020
Hosted by the aforementioned cafe, this is where you should go if you’re looking for pre-loved items. Vendors include Ethan Curzon, Yeoh Wai Hong, Arabyrd, The Style Son, Super Brian, Sandra Woo, Danial Naim, and Huat888.
For more information, visit this website.
6. CNY Prosperity Market 2020 at Tamarind Square, 12pm – 9pm, 11 & 12 January 2020
Why not head over to Cyberjaya for a memorable Chinese New Year gathering this weekend? During the event, you will be able to find gifts, culinary delights, souvenirs, and cookies. In addition to workshops, there will also be a lion dance performance!
For more information, visit this website.
7. Ilham Workshops: Building Monuments for Taman Kenangan at Ilham Gallery, 10am – 6pm, 11 January 2020
This Saturday, bring an object to the workshop—one that you truly love. The workshop will be led by Izat Arif and you will learn to make a logo, a monument, and imagined landscapes—all from a person’s obsession. If you’re interested in diving deeper into an imagined entity, this is for you. Entry is priced at RM120 per person and don’t forget to register.
For more information, visit this website.
8. Jungle City Beats featuring Sivanesh at W Kuala Lumpur, 6pm – 2am, 11 January 2020
One thing’s for sure—the hotel’s Wet Deck is synonymous with good times and fun. This weekend’s guest DJ is Sivanesh from Singapore’s Cé La Vi. Although house music is what he’s known for, Sivanesh also excels in other genres. Entry before 9.30pm is free. If you arrive after that, the cover charge is RM50 and comes with a drink.
For more information, visit this website.
9. The Best is Rat to Come at GMBB KL, 11am – 6pm, 11 & 12 January 2020
Kick start the Lunar New Year with this festive two-day event. From over 30 booths featuring food and gifts to eight traditional crafts workshops, it’s definitely worth checking out.
For more information, visit this website.
10. Don’t know where to eat this weekend?
Check out the latest roundup of new cafes and restaurants in KL for January 2020 here.
For last weekend’s list of things to do, click here.

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15 Times Priyanka Chopra slayed street style this year

29.07.2018
By Joan Kong

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Priyanka Chopra has enjoyed a fairytale career since the start. After winning the Miss World pageant back in 2000, the star went on to become one of India’s most popular (and highest paid) actresses. Fast forward 15 years, she made her Hollywood debut by starring as the lead in the American thriller series, Quantico, and since then, she’s never looked back.

Although the series has been cancelled after three seasons, the Indian beauty is in the limelight recently for another (happier) reason: her rumoured engagement to singer Nick Jonas (PS: if you have yet to see their oh-so-cute interactions on Instagram, you should check them out, asap). While both stars have yet to confirm the news, we’re shining the spotlight on the one thing we know for sure: her street style game that is always on point. Whether she’s in a casual all-white shirt-and-jeans combo or a vibrant floral number (that’s a fine line between chic and frumpy), the 36-year-old star nails all her looks in a breeze. We also like her go-to accessory of choice—sunglasses in different shapes and sizes, although her love for the tiny eyewear trend is apparent. Instead of going down the edgy route, she usually juxtaposes her outfits by pairing her array of small shades with feminine ensembles for that extra trendy factor.

Below, 15 of Priyanka’s stylish looks that we’ll be emulating for sure:
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Dominate the roads with the new BMW X6 M
Show who’s boss

20.08.2015
By Buro247

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The second generation of this powerful car has once again set the pace in its segment with its aesthetically pleasing design, superior power and dynamic performance, which also delivers outstanding efficiency. With bold styling, emphasised by a coupé-like silhouette, the BMW X6 M proves that even a striking design can be functional.

The BMW X6 M is now 10 millimetres lower than its predecessor. It also makes for a more exhilarating ride as the car received a significant reduction of lateral tilt and body roll in fast bends, while Dynamic Performance Control reduces understeer. To ensure direct steering response and flawless handling, the BMW X6 M comes with gills behind the front wheels, muscular flared wheel arches, and 21” M light alloy wheels with mixed tyres that promises road-gripping traction and delivers perfect distribution of drive between the front and rear axles.

The heart of the BMW X6 M is the most powerful BMW engine developed for all-wheel drive vehicles to date, which accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.2 seconnds. For optimum power development and lightning-quick responsiveness, this new model comes with a cross-bank exhaust manifold which allows for prefect exhaust gas flow. The distinctive growl when the engine shifts through its gears gives the car a more sporty appeal.

Developed for top sporting performance, the BMW X6 M’s cockpit highlights this feature with its clear structures, top-quality ergonomics and an unbeatable view. The sporty look is enhanced by a three-spoke leather-wrapped M steering wheel with integrated gearshift paddles, which offers and ideal grip, allowing drivers to command the road with ease. Another sporty highlight are the deep seats, high side bolsters and angled shoulder sections guarantee perfect lateral support at all times, which will make you feel like a luxurious race car driver. The BMW X6 M exerts its power in its performance and style.

The estimated retail price of the new BMW X6 is RM 1,238 800.00.

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Hennessy X.O’s 150th-anniversary bottle receives the iconic Frank Gehry treatment

04.10.2020
By Ronn Tan

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What are some of the most iconic duos in the history of mankind? Many of the most epic and unforgettable moments or creations were results of two greats coming together. Joining the extensive and prestigious list is Hennessy X.O’s special edition creation for its 150th anniversary—a collaboration with world-renowned architect extraordinaire, Frank Gehry.

The 91-year-old maestro’s signature sculptural style can be seen in a plethora of boundless designs all over the world—from The Foundation Louis Vuitton and Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles to The Guggenheim in Bilbao and Dancing House in Prague. In 2014, the architect also collaborated with Louis Vuitton on a bag for the luxury fashion house’s 160th anniversary as well as a jewellery collection for Tiffany & Co. in 2008.

Reinterpreting Hennessy X.O’s timeless bottle, it’s an amalgamation between Hennessy’s amaranthine legacy with gold and glass. The masterpiece is inspired by the unique Hennessy X.O blend and Charente River in Cognac, France. Fun fact: the river runs through the Hennessy Maison.

Enveloped in a crinkled sleeve of 24 carat gold-dipped bronze, the Hennessy X.O bottle—encased by a fractured glass glorifier—evokes the radiant movement of water as it reflects the light. According to Thomas Bouleuc, Managing Director of Moët Hennessy Diageo Malaysia, “Hennessy and Frank Gehry have come together to share a vision for a hopeful future as [they] look to amplify Hennessy’s universal values of joy, optimism, and resilience.”

For Malaysians interested to take a prime look at the one-of-a-kind bottle, Hennessy Malaysia will be hosting a showcase tour, featuring Frank Gehry’s iconic masterpiece. The tour (from 7 October to 31 October 2020) will commence from Eki Bar in Penang before proceeding to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Loon Sing Taman Daya in Johor. For the ultimate final showcase, the celebrated bottles (the sole five) will be auctioned off in The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur.

In addition to 150 limited edition and numbered decanters, there will also be a wider release of exclusive Hennessy X.O bottles (also created by Frank Gehry). Priced at RM938 per bottle, they will be launched in markets worldwide. Yes, that includes Malaysia! How’s that for the collaboration of all collaborations?
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Best-dressed celebs of the week: Cole and Dylan Sprouse, Barbara Palvin, Miley Cyrus, Liam Hemsworth and more

12.06.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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The Spring/Summer 2020 shows have commenced! As per the regular fashion schedule, the upcoming season kicked off with the men’s shows and was flocked with the industry’s elite crowd and your favourite celebrities. Spotted at Salvatore Ferragamo‘s show at the Piazza della Signoria were the Sprouse twins—Cole sported a new look with freshly dyed locks (we’ve been accustomed to seeing him in jet black hair as Jughead on Riverdale, we almost forgot he was a natural blonde) while his twin Dylan went on the complete opposite end of the spectrum with a military buzzcut. He and his model lady love, Barbara Palvin looked cute as a button in matching yellow hues. His-and-her dressing done right!
Over at Saint Laurent, the celebs were treated to the fashion show on the sandy beaches of Malibu as they observed Anthony Vaccarello’s latest designs for Spring/Summer 2020. Miley Cyrus (have you watched her on Black Mirror yet?) and husband Liam Hemsworth were among the crowd along with Amber Heard, and the fashionable trio pulled all the stops in a glittered jacket, printed dress shirt and motorcycle jacket respectively. Model citizen Anja Rubik looked effortlessly cool in a leather coat worn loosely on her shoulders and diamond-shaped mirrored sunglasses. But the absolute star of the night goes to the newly announced face of Saint Laurent—Keanu Reeves. *cue fangirl scream*
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Perfect pout: Isamaya Ffrench’s lip priming technique is a winner

09.12.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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If you’ve long struggled with smeared lips and regrets aplenty, rest assured that you are not alone. We’ve all been there: Maybe you went a little too hard on the lip balm, leaving your once crisp lip line completely misshapen. Or, perhaps you’ve taken off your mask to find your lippy smeared all around your mouth, making you look like—for lack of a better word—a big ol’ mess.
This is not a roast; it’s a support group. We are here for you, we understand, and we’ve got a potential solution to your problems. We’ve had a chat with Burberry Beauty’s Global Creative Director Isamaya Ffrench, who gave us the perfect bleed-proof lip priming routine. And, just in case you’re still a sceptic, we’ve also put the routine to the ultimate test—find out how it fares with all-day wear (and a little mask action) below!
READ: 5 minutes with Burberry’s Global Beauty Director Isamaya Ffrench

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As it turns out, the road to perfectly primed lips is actually surprisingly short. In fact, all it takes is just three steps:

Use a lip scrub to buff and smooth the lips
Apply a tiny bit of lip balm (just enough to moisturise the lips) and blot away any excess
Apply a thin layer of loose powder around the lips

From there, simply apply your lip products as normal; begin with an optional lip liner to really define the edges, then fill in the rest with your lippy of choice. The result? A stunning lip look that is baby smooth and primed to stay put all day.
The idea behind the technique is sound—scrubbing the lips removes any dead skin cells, preventing your lipstick from clinging to dry areas. Then, using a lip balm reintroduces moisture into your skin, ensuring a hydrated base for your lippy. Blotting the excess away then takes away any “slip”—a necessary step in preventing the dreaded bleeding lip line. Further, setting the balm with a layer of powder gives your lip products something to “grip” to, lengthening your wear time.

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Here is one writer’s experience with the hack:
“As someone whose must-have makeup essentials includes a good lippy, I’m always on the lookout for new hacks. In particular, I struggle with chapped lips, which makes it difficult for me to achieve a smooth, even layer in my application. You see, the product may initially go on nicely, but a day of wear will soon reveal dry flakes and uneven pigment galore. Further, I do also have trouble with fuzzy lip lines with all-day wear, and the humidity under my mask certainly doesn’t help with the situation. So, when I learned of this priming routine, I immediately set out to give it a shot.
“To prep for test day, I exfoliated my lips with a homemade sugar scrub, applied a thin layer of my Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask in Berry (and blotted, of course), following up with a light dusting of Laura Mercier’s Translucent Loose Setting Powder around the perimeter of my lip. Then, to finish the look, I applied a generous coat of my Burberry Kisses lipstick in the shade Burnished Red. I wanted to test three things: 1) How it looked upon first application; 2) How it wore throughout the day; 3) How it fared under a mask.
“I have to admit, I absolutely loved how it looked at the start of the day. My lips were nicely moisturised, but they didn’t feel slippery. Also, I was fully expecting the powder to dry out my lips, but I was pleasantly surprised to find that the lipstick actually felt very comfortable over top. This routine is definitely not transfer-proof (nor is it meant to be) but I must say that, despite wearing a mask for five hours straight, the lipstick fared much better I thought it would. Better yet, it stayed within my lip lines despite the heat and humidity under my mask—no bleeding whatsoever! Plus, I think the powder definitely adds some much-needed grip—while most of my lipstick had rubbed off by the end of the day, I was still left with a very pretty and even lip tint as opposed to a chapped and patchy mess.
“All in all, I am a fan of the technique for my more slippery, hydrating lippies! That said, if you are planning to wear this technique under a mask all day, do make sure you’re opting for a KF94 mask as opposed to the standard design—as I mentioned, it’s not transfer-proof. Rather, it’s just an extra step to keep your lips looking their best throughout the day.”— Redzhanna Jazmin, Beauty Writer
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The Ritz-Carlton is starting its own luxury cruise line
Cruising into the yacht business

28.06.2017
By Rachel Au

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The Ritz-Carlton is taking their hospitality service and timeless style to the sea with their upcoming foray into the cruise market. According to the award-winning luxury hotel brand, they’ll be the first in their industry to offer bespoke yacht experiences and distinguishes Marriott International as the only provider of luxury accommodations both on land and at sea. Here’s everything you need to know about The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection:

– There will be three lavish custom-built cruising yachts in the series
– Each vessel will feature 149 suites (each with its own private balcony) and will be able to accommodate up to 298 passengers
– It will also have two lavish duplex penthouse suites

– Other features on the yacht include: a restaurant by Sven Elverfeld of Aqua, the three Michelin-starred restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Wolfsburg; a signature Ritz-Carlton Spa; and a Panorama Lounge and wine bar, offering a wide variety of on-board entertainment

– Voyages will range from seven to ten days
– Itineraries are still being developed but potential destinations for the cruise include the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Caribbean and Latin America with stops at unique locations that large cruise ships would otherwise be unable to dock at such as Capri and Portofino to St. Barths and the old town of Cartagena

– The first yacht of the series is scheduled to set sail in late 2019 with reservations to open in May 2018
– The boats are also available for private charter

For more info, visit the The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection website.

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BURO Academy: How to give constructive criticism, by Creative Director at Foreign Policy Design Group Yah-Leng

24.07.2020
By Rachel Au

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At some point, everyone would likely find themselves in a position to give constructive criticism. For some, it’s easy. For others, it’s a fear of possibly offending someone. But here’s the kicker: Constructive criticism isn’t criticism. It’s feedback with the goal to help someone or something improve. It’s to inspire change. It’s for the purpose of growth.
Growth, which incidentally is both the aim of BURO Academy, an exclusive webinar series focused on self-improvement, and the topic for today’s episode. Released weekly, the series will feature key personalities and industry experts giving you bite-size tips, practical skills sets and crucial advice. Whether it’ll apply to your outlook in life, the relationships with the people around you or on your career front, there’s definitely something to take away from each episode. Like so:
“Sometimes it might be difficult to express the directness because many people feel that they might hurt the person. Sometimes they’ll just beat around the bush—totally not helpful. Of course, be sincere about it ’cause that will help the person.”
Creative Director at Foreign Policy Design Group Yah-Leng knows what it’s like to give constructive criticism and the assumption that many people have around it. She also knows the right tips to give if you’re struggling with this too. Watch the video above for a quick crash course!
Stay tuned for next week’s episode where our guest speaker will share tips on hacking the gig economy.

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Features
24 Minutes with photographer Micol Sabbadini
Aegean sun

09.10.2017
By Joan Kong

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You may not be familiar with the name Micol Sabbadini, but chances are you may have come across her work. Based in Milan, she has collaborated as a photographer for Armani, Roger Vivier and Louis Vuitton, and her work has been published in Vogue Japan, Glamour Brazil and Vanity Fair Italia, to name a few. For Spring/Summer 2018, Micol is collaborating with Max Mara Group’s lifestyle line—Weekend Max Mara with a summer holiday-inspired capsule collection named Agean Sun. The 12-piece collection consists of dresses, trousers and skirts, with accessories such as bags and scarves that are all made of prints from her travels. Photographs which were taken from her trip to Turkey and Greece—11 of them, to be exact—were transformed into textiles, which were then used to create the pieces.

We had a chance to view the collection up-close in Milan, and also chatted with the photographer on the elaborate design process.

What made you say yes to the collaboration?
Max Mara in general is such as amazing brand, so it was an honour for me to do it. I knew coming into this that the quality and distribution of the collection will be amazing.

You’re an artist, photographer and fashion textile creator. Which comes first?
Photographer. The fashion textile creations are from my photos, and my art are all photography based. So anything I really do starts with photography.

Tell us more about the inspiration behind the designs.
The mood of this collection is inspired by my summer holidays in the Mediterranean Sea. Photographs of coastal houses, drifting sailboats, luscious peonies and interesting texts were all taken while I wandered around with my camera.

How was the design process like?
I take a lot of pictures from my holidays in Turkey and Greece, and from there, I select the little elements from the images that I like, such as the mosaic tiles to the sailboats by the sea to be incorporated into the collection. Next, the Weekend Max Mara design team will draw cut-outs of the clothing in order for me to have the ratio and measurements, and my artwork will then be transformed onto the textile.

Do the pieces reflect your personal style?
Definitely, that’s why I agreed on partnering up right away. I love prints and colours, and my wardrobe is definitely more colourful than the average.

Tell us more about the colour palette of the line.
Summer always makes me think of vacation, and the white, blue and red hues definitely give off a nautical vibe. If you talk about Aegean, it has to be predominantly blue.

What about the quotes which are incorporated into the collection, like ‘love the life you live, live the life you love’?
I use a lot of quotes that I photographed around such as graffiti in my artwork. Although it can get a bit annoying when someone is too dependent on quotes, but sometimes, when you’re in a bad mood, all you need is a good quote to remind you of good things.

Describe your personal style in three words.
Colourful, mix-and-match, and fun.

What are some of your wardrobe staples?
Jeans, Converse All-Star sneakers—I have them in almost every colour; cashmere sweaters, and leather pants and skirts for the night.
“It was an amazing learning experience and super fun. I was given freedom to make something true to my aesthetic.” — Micol Sabbadini
Check out the full collection below:
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26.07.2015
By Buro247

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For his latest campaign, Series 3, Ghesquière worked with two of the biggest names in photography—Bruce Weber and Juergen Teller—to shoot 8 girls on film and video in two separate locations in Spain. Weber shot models Freja Beha, Rianne von Rompaey and Julia Merkelbach at an old airfield in black and white film. Teller shot models Liya Kebede, Fernanda Ly, Angel Rutledge as well as actresses Jennifer Connelly and Alicia Vikander at the home of a prominent sculptor near Barcelona.

Connelly has been a muse and frequent collaborator of Ghesquière’s since his days at Balenciaga, and was the first celebrity to wear a custom red carpet look from his first collection for Louis Vuitton. As part of Series 3, the house of Louis Vuitton also proudly announces Ghesquière’s third muse to join the ranks of Connelly and Michelle Williams: 26-year-old Swedish actress Alicia Vikander. See the first video release of Series 3 by Juergen Teller here:

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A Joker origin film is in the works

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A Joker origin film is in the works
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23.08.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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According to Hollywood’s insiders’ information at The Tracking Board, Warner Bros. is working on a new film about the origin of the Joker. At this point, Todd Phillips (The Hangover) is reportedly taking the director’s seat, and talks with Martin Scorsese to produce are underway.

“Phillips will write the script with 8 Mile scribe Scott Silver, and the aim is for The Joker to have the gritty feel of one of Scorsese’s early films, like Taxi Driver,” reads the report. “Scorsese’s participation in the project is fluid at the moment, and he’s expected to wait to read a script before deciding the extent of his involvement.”

A new actor is expected to play the Joker in the origin film, which has previously been portrayed by Jack Nicholson, Heath Ledger, and Jared Leto. It will be set in Gotham City during the 1980s and tell the story of how Batman’s arch-nemesis came to be.

With the success of Wonder Woman earlier this year, we’re definitely curious to see how DC’s upcoming projects will play out—play their cards right and perhaps DC will have a chance to catch up with Marvel’s success.

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Daiyan Trisha on volunteering at a vaccination centre (PPV): “It helped my mental health”

22.07.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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The past few months since MCO 3.0 was implemented has been more devastating than ever for Malaysians, to say the least. But if there’s a silver lining in these dark clouds, it’s the spirit of unity and empathy that the rakyat has demonstrated in helping each other survive the Covid-19 pandemic and the havoc it has wreaked in the country (see also: #BenderaPutih campaign).
Malaysians of all ages, races, and backgrounds have stepped up to contribute in cash, in kind, and in volunteer work to help curb the spread of the virus and put food on the tables of the underprivileged.
Not the least among them is singer-songwriter, actress, poet, and all-round sweetheart, Daiyan Trisha, who has been volunteering regularly at a Pusat Pemberian Vaksin (PPV) aka Vaccination Administration Centre (VAC).
We speak to Daiyan to learn more about the PPV volunteering process and how you can apply too.

When and why did you decide to volunteer at a PPV centre?
“I think I decided to volunteer some time in May because I was talking to my sister about volunteering at any PPV. When the opportunity came, I was really happy that I finally got to do some volunteering because at least I can contribute in some way to this whole mess (the Covid-19 pandemic and current sociopolitical climate in Malaysia).”
Did you have any expectations before volunteering?
“Not at all. I just really wanted to do it and I was clueless about what to do but I guess if students can volunteer and people can apply, it wouldn’t be something that’s too hard to understand. It was really easy; you just need to have the “semangat” (willpower) to do it. Actually, I think it helped my mental health more than before I started volunteering.”

How long and how frequently have you been volunteering so far?
“I have gone for three sessions so far and I have weekly volunteering duties for the whole month of July, but if I can continue for as long as the lockdown is being imposed, I will.”
What is the volunteering process like, based on your experience?
“I try to learn as much as I can at different stations, so there are different roles at every checkpoint. It varies—sometimes we just have to show and guide people to where they’re going; other times, we have to key in their data like their name and IC number, and let them know of their next appointment; and also what they should expect after the first and second dose. Basically, we just have to communicate and educate people towards the whole process, as well as what to do pre- and post-vaccination.”

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What is the greatest lesson/reward you’ve picked up from volunteering?
“I think I’ve found a deeper appreciation and understanding towards our frontliners, because I have only gone for a couple of days, but to know they’re risking their lives out there every day to get us all safe is just so incredible.
“Also, like I said earlier, volunteering has actually helped my mental health more than my physical body is helping them at the centre. Being in lockdown is very detrimental to our mental health, so being around people as we should—you know, we should be socialising and stuff—kind of helped me become more stable mentally.”

Why should Malaysians consider volunteering at a PPV centre too?
“You might not believe this, but there are so many people actually wanting to volunteer. So many are replying to my tweets and commenting on my photos on why are they not being accepted when they apply to volunteer. It’s because Malaysians are very nice, in general, and they’re very helpful.
“I think we all just want to do something and be of help with the current state of the country right now. Everyone just wants to contribute something that will help someone, somewhere.”

If you’re interested to volunteer at a PPV vaccination administration center (VAC), you may apply at myvac.com.my. There are two types of volunteers, based on your qualifications:

Healthcare volunteers

Duties: Vaccinators, management of sick / emergency bay, and Covid-19 vaccine counselling
Qualifications: You must be either a doctor, a dentist, a pharmacist, a nurse or a medical assistant with a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

Non-healthcare volunteers

Duties: Temperature and symptom screening, assigning appointments, registration, managing the waiting room
Qualifications: You must be a Malaysian citizen aged 18 years old and above and in good health
For more information and other frequently asked questions, visit this website.
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I tried Strip’s Rosebud Vajuvenation for the first time and here’s my honest review

06.01.2020
By Joanna Pinto

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Ever thought of treating your intimate area to some well-deserved TLC in the form of a facelift that rewinds the signs of time? If this is one of your New Year resolutions, then Strip’s Rosebud Vajuvenation (which we spoke about in September) is your answer. Your guess on what the term means is probably right—it’s a rejuvenating treatment for your vulva that puts the rosiness back in your rosebud (aka its former youthful glow) while reversing what gravity (and time) has done to it.
Now, I’ve been to countless waxing and IPL treatments but this was new to me—I never really considered a vajacial but you know what they say: don’t knock it till you’ve tried it! To pop my Vajuvenation cherry, I visited Strip Plaza Arkadia, one of its newer outlets in Desa ParkCity and had two sessions that were administered three weeks apart. Below, my honest review of the Brazilian facelift and answers to some of the burning questions you might have about the treatment.

How can you benefit from Rosebud Vajuvenation?
For starters, this treatment is suitable for everyone and if anti-ageing (for your skin down there) is your concern, this vajacial is right up your alley as it claims to reduce fine lines and firm up sagging skin while delivering an instant blush effect. In other words, a rosier and younger-looking labia!
How does it work and is it safe?
Don’t worry, the treatment is completely safe as it is non-invasive and non-surgical; in fact, it acts as an alternative to labiaplasty and works using Strip’s revolutionary Thermal O2 technology which combines radio frequency, vacuum suction and heat energy to stimulate collagen and elastin fibre production (for tightening and lifting) while enhancing blood circulation (read: plump, rosy skin) from deep inside the dermis layer.

Must you wax or shave before the treatment?
Ideally, your Brazilian area should be hair-free for a comfortable experience. However, if you’re a waxing or IPL regular and your growth has been really fine in between sessions, it should be no issue (as it was for me after a quick inspection by my therapist). Alternatively, a quick shave at home works just fine. That said, Strip advises customers to get a wax (or IPL, your choice) followed by the Rosebud Vajuvenation treatment for best results. PS: if you’re opting for a wax, their seasonal gingerbread wax is currently available for a limited time!

What happens in the treatment room?
My therapist started off by applying a thin layer of cooling gel on the area before proceeding to roll the Thermal O2 applicator over my skin repeatedly. A few back and forth movements later (along with the occasional sound of air escaping the handheld applicator when the vacuum misses a spot), I felt zero pain and only a slightly warm sensation that was—in all honesty—rather soothing.
After my therapist was done with one side (time check: only 10 minutes in), I’m shown a mirror for a before-and-after comparison. What I noticed was an overall improved appearance that was smoother and healthier, with less visible lines. The following 10 minutes was spent repeating the same process on the other side and then ending with a layer of cooling mask to calm and rehydrate the area. All in all, it was the speediest treatment (at a 20-minute record) I’ve ever done at Strip—so quick, you don’t even have time for a nap!

How many sessions to get before you see results?
To reap the full benefits of this treatment, Strip recommends going for at least six to eight sessions (with a two- to three-week interval between each time) before moving on to a maintenance programme every one to three months. Of course, results may vary depending on individual—some people may see drastic improvements after a couple of sessions while others may require more sessions before seeing visible results.
My verdict after two sessions
Compared to a wax or IPL, the rosebud treatment is way more relaxing, absolutely pain-free and super speedy—everything was done in a mere 20 minutes, which makes it easy to slot an appointment in during lunch. Plus, if you’re getting it done as a post-wax or post-IPL/AFT treatment, it’s the perfect way to pacify your rosebud petals after. Best part is, there’s zero down time so life can go on as per usual (a big bonus any busy, multi-tasking #bossgirl will appreciate).
While results were not incredibly major for me besides a few fine lines becoming less obvious, I did enjoy how relaxing the entire treatment was, even in the presence of a daunting IPL-like machine that would otherwise warrant sharp zaps of pain. Final verdict: if you ever feel like you’re in need of a confidence (and collagen) boost when lustre is lacking in your lady parts, trust this treatment to do just that with its magic wand that lifts and firms while putting you back in the pink of (feminine) health—quite literally—by restoring your former rosy glo(w)ry.
Rosebud Vajuvenation is available for RM400 per session at all Strip outlets nationwide. For more info, visit Strip’s website, Facebook or Instagram.

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Beauty buzz: Bella Hadid’s makeup artist leaks her would-be 2020 Met Gala look, Ruby Rose channels Harley Quinn

10.05.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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This week in skincare
Hailey Bieber plays Dr Pimple Popper

In the latest episode of their Facebook Watch series, the happy couple dishes on Justin’s recent struggles with adult acne and his current treatment plan. Spoiler alert: the plan is Hailey’s bespoke skincare routine, which includes serums, masks and a healthy dose of “picking and prodding”. Guess Mrs Bieber can add facialist to her CV, eh?
Denise Richards launches a skincare line

The actress has dished on her new skincare routine, which is composed entirely of her own brand CB Me Beauty. She stated that a great skincare routine is a much preferred alternative to Botox and fillers, the latter of which she has sworn off for the future. The six products use a variety of cannabis-derived ingredients including hemp and CBD oil, and so far the lineup includes a cleanser, cream-oil moisturiser, eye cream, retinol serum, sunscreen and neck treatment.
Marilyn Monroe’s skincare routine is leaked by the Makeup Museum

It turns out that even 60 years after her mysterious death, there is still so much to learn about the pop culture icon. The Makeup Museum in New York City shared the personalised skincare routine prescribed to late actress in celebration of their latest exhibit; and it includes products that are still available today! A notable mention is Erno Laszlo’s Normalizer Shake-It tinted toner, which he has relaunched this month in honour of the exhibit.
This week in hair makeovers
Adele sports her longest locks yet

The singer posted her first snap of the year in honour of her 32nd birthday, showing off her curvy figure and newly long, luscious locks. She’s absolutely radiant in the new snap, and all the comments seem to agree—for example, Chrissy Teigen wrote an apt “I mean are you kidding me”, which just about sums up how good this look is.
Ruby Rose does a half-and-half buzzcut a favour

The model and actress shared a snap of her new ‘do, which we think looks very snow-cone chic. She aptly captioned the pic with “What can I say!? Sometimes you just need to feel blue and other times you need pink to lighten your day.” We couldn’t have said it better—this look is a keeper!
This week in Met Gala makeup
The #MetGalaChallenge brings us some stellar recreations

Many were heartbroken over the cancellation of the Met Gala (aka the biggest event of the year), but in true optimist fashion, some very creative and incredible people have taken the opportunity to celebrate it nonetheless: Enter the #MetGalaChallenge. People everywhere have taken to Instagram to recreate their favourite looks from the events through the years, including Gigi Hadid’s infamous camp look from last year.
Bella Hadid’s makeup artist reveals her would-be 2020 look

Sam Visser, the go-to makeup artist of it-girl celebs everywhere shared two potential Met Gala looks for model Bella Hadid through some sultry screen tests. The theme this year was set to be About Time: Fashion and Duration, and both of Hadid’s looks scream ’70s chic–given the recent resurgence in curtain bangs, long layers and bell bottoms, we’d say that they would’ve nailed the theme!

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The Business of Beauty: Saltyeeth’s founder on the future of tooth gems
Iced out

08.10.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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A fun and low-commitment way to indulge in body modification, tooth gems are the hottest trend to come back through the Y2K renaissance. While they never really went out of style, they’ve never exactly been easy to cop in our neck of the world… until now.
Introducing Saltyeeth: The tooth gem hub making iced-out smiles accessible for all. A quick scroll through their Instagram will yield countless photos of sparkling smiles, adorned with crystals and gold charms in increasingly eye-catching designs.
Fun fact: The local business counts our April cover star, Arabyrd, among its loyal clientele!
To glean more about the growing niche, we spoke to the woman behind the business, Elena Laurel. In our exclusive, she delves into her journey as an entrepreneur, her top tips for getting your teeth bedazzled, and even dishes on some of her best business tips:

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What inspired you to launch Saltyeeth?
“Tooth gems have always been an interest of mine ever since I got my first gem about five years ago from a local dentist. Since then, I have been super fascinated by how we could bedazzle our teeth with Swarovski crystals and gold charms! I also knew a lot of people around me that wanted tooth gems but didn’t know where to go to get them done safely and properly. So, I looked into it and started Saltyeeth!”

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 While Malaysia does have a few tooth gem artists, your business is by far the most prominent. What drew you to this niche market?
“When Saltyeeth started, tooth gems were trending like crazy online. My Instagram and Tiktok explore pages were filled with them, but it was kinda hard to get a hold of an artist here in Malaysia. So, I decided that I wanted to be that tooth fairy for my fellow Malaysian baes—plus, I wanted to just play around and go ham on my own teeth too.
“To add, tooth gems also felt like they were only accessible through these expensive home DIY kits from the US. Not only were we limited to a few gems and designs, but the shipping fee was crazy too. That’s when I was like, ‘okay, this is another reason why I need to bring the industry to Malaysia’.”

 What went into launching your business?
“I did my research and stumbled upon other established tooth gem businesses that were providing courses. I reached out to one from Australia and they sent a kit over to me to supplement the online tooth gem training. That kick-started my journey as a tooth gem artist.
“From there, I applied what I learned and practised on close friends and family to further hone my craft. When I was confident enough, Saltyeeth was born. A year later, Saltyeeth now has its own suppliers for most of the products but I still do reach out to my mentor for 18kt gold charms and opal charms. Saltyeeth also recently started providing courses and supplies to those interested in starting their own tooth gem business!”

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 What excites you about tooth gems and the future of this niche?
“That it has the power to make people smile more! Some of our favourite things to hear from our clients after sessions are ‘For some reason, I just can’t stop smiling now’, or ‘OMG, now I have more reasons to smile’. Hearing these comments always reminds us of why we started the business in the first place.
“I think I’m also excited to explore the possibilities—to create more on this little canvas that people entrust me with in time to come. The industry is getting super creative, so I’m excited to see more people in Malaysia let Saltyeeth go crazy on their teeth!”

 What do you wish more people knew before getting iced?
“That getting tooth gems is a painless procedure! A lot of people come into the studio thinking that I will be drilling a hole in the tooth. Yes, some countries have that service but not in Malaysia and definitely not in Saltyeeth. Causing permanent damage to the tooth is the last thing I want.
“I would also encourage people to consider getting their teeth checked up and cleaned before getting gems if they have not done so in a while. Our gems and charms not only look better on a clean and healthy set of teeth, but they last better as well!”

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 What does the process of icing out your teeth look like?
“We always start the session with a consultation; what kind of vibe and look that the clients are looking for while also keeping in mind the client’s teeth structure and eating habits. From there, we curate and design the gems in a way that does not disrupt the bite and overall function of the teeth.
“Once the designs and placements are finalised, we begin the application process. Ensuring the gems are applied safely and comfortably on our clients is our top priority. Oftentimes, clients start with a simple design, and they’ll contemplate getting more towards the end of the session. Tooth gems are addictive!’

 What does the aftercare involve?
‘For the gems to set on the tooth completely after the session, it is advised to not eat and consume anything other than water for the first three hours and to only brush the teeth eight hours later.
“There’s nothing too tedious for long-term aftercare other than eating gently and avoiding biting into hard food like fried chicken, crab, apples or corn on the part of the teeth that have gems.
“I would also advise my clients to have their oral hygiene brought up a notch by spending extra time cleaning their teeth with a soft-bristled brush to really get in between and around the gems—and also floss correctly and safely.”

 Do you have any advice for budding niche business owners?
“Since you specified budding niche business owners, I would say be prepared for the slow days. It takes time to build interest and desire in your audience—especially for something niche—so be patient and be consistent, and have fun!”

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 You’ve grown the Saltyeeth brand considerably since the business’ launch. How are you coping with your growing clientele?
“It is still pretty manageable at the moment as a one-person show, however, it gets pretty wild during our pop-ups, so I’ll usually have one or two assistants to help me out.
“We have been getting a lot of clients from Singapore lately, so that has been a lot of fun! It’s still insane to think that I have clients who have travelled across states and seas just to get their teeth done with us.”

 What are you hoping to achieve through Saltyeeth?
“To explore the possibilities of creative expression, but this time through teeth. I want more people to realise that apart from piercings, tattoos and makeup, tooth gems are another medium to express oneself!”

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Who’s at Santa’s door and what does she want for Christmas?
Have you been naughty or nice?

24.11.2015
By Buro247

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Not long now till we can start our advent calendars in the countdown to the most joyful time of year. And while we agree that Christmas is about the joy of giving as well as receiving, what happens when you don’t get what you want? Well, you take it by any means necessary. Watch what happens to poor Santa here:

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7 Things you can do this weekend: 15 & 16 December 2018

12.12.2018
By Rachel Au

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1. Try the limited edition The Winter Explorer Menu at all Haagen-Dazs stores, till mid-February 2019
Haagen-Dazs recently unveiled two new limited edition mochi ice cream flavours: Tiramisu Mochi and Cream Cheese Mochi. And with those comes an inspiration to create extraordinary creations that are meant to transport you to Europe. The Winter Explorer Menu features Bistro Paris (a cheesecake base delicately paired with a combination of Cream Cheese Mochi and Macadamia Nut ice cream as well as Raspberry sorbet, with fresh kiwi slices, grapes and nuts on the side); and Gondola Tiramisu (tempered chocolate in the shape of a round gondola filled with Tiramisu Mochi, Coffee and Vanilla ice cream, fresh cream, caramel and nut brittles). It’s perfect for sharing so call your friends and family for an afternoon of sweet treats.
For more info, visit Haagen-Dazs on Facebook or Instagram.

2. Picha Christmas 2.0 at Colony KL @ Eco City, 6.30pm – 9.30pm, 14 Dec 2018
If you missed their last pop-up cafe at DC Mall, fret not as they’ll be having a Christmas gathering on Friday, featuring heartwarming food, performances and stories from the refugees themselves. Your participation will help rebuild lives via Picha and as you know, ’tis the season of giving.
The dress code is evening casual and tickets are priced at RM90 per pax. For more info, visit the website.

3. The BMW Shorties Film Festival 2018 at Tiffin Food Court, 2pm – 11pm, 15 Dec 2018
Looking for new films and stories to watch? Support your local filmmakers and digital content creators at this year’s BMW Shorties Film Festival. The shortlisted films for 2018 will be screened before the announcement of the winners. There’ll also be music performances and art installations.
For more info, visit the event page.

4. Sunny Side Up Market Christmas Edition 2018 at Slate at The Row, 11am – 6pm, 15 & 16 Dec 2018
Another weekend, another Christmas market to help your gift hunt.
For more info and the full list of vendors, visit the event page.

5. Preloved Is Reloved VI: Back to Basics at APW Bangsar, 3pm – 10pm, 15 & 16 Dec 2018
It’s back. Back to basics. There’ll also be food and snacks for sale.
For more info, visit the event page.

6. Xcidentally X’mas at The Zhongshan Building, 12pm – 7pm, 15 & 16, 22 & 23 Dec 2018
Read: Special offers, Christmas gift ideas and goodies. All from the studios available at The Zhongshan Building.
For more info, visit the event page.

7. MerryKita 2018 at Level 6 (The Pavilion Room), The RuMa Hotel & Residences, 2pm – 6pm, 15 Dec 2018
For a very Malaysian gift, look no further than KitaKita—except they’re bringing their annual year-end afternoon of buys and bites to The RuMa. Complimentary gift wrapping service will be available while delivery can also be arranged.
For more info, visit the event page.

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The Grammys fashion archives: Most memorable red carpet looks

09.01.2020
By Stephanie Boey

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High-street British chic: Marks & Spencer x Alexa Chung
Reinterpreting classic pieces

15.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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One British-chic collection to watch out for this April is high street label Marks & Spencer’s collaboration with the ever-stylish Alexa Chung. Instead of rolling out a brand new line of apparel as the usual celeb-fashion collabs would, the “Archive by Alexa” line is a project that looks back to the archives of Marks & Spencer—essentially rediscovering pieces and reinventing them with modern fabrications and an updated colour palette. This 31-piece womenswear collection is handpicked and curated by Chung alongside the label’s design team.

“I have always had an affection for Marks & Spencer. I am thrilled to be part of this special and unique project,” says Chung. “There was something very touching about looking back through the British fashion and social history for which M&S is synonymous”.

Take a look at a few pieces from the collection here:
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26 pieces from the collection will be available at Marks & Spencer store in Suria KLCC this April 2016

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COVID-19 causes rashes: Here’s what to look out for

17.04.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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With all the chaos that has ensued in the last couple of months, it makes sense that the skincare routines of patients would be the last priority of our frontline healthcare professionals. However, dermatologists worldwide have started paying attention, and the results are in: COVID-19 causes rashes (and other skin presentations).
An article was published in March that followed 48 patients in Thailand. The results showed that many COVID-19 patients were presenting with a skin rash with petechiae (small, non-blanching red or purple spots of discolouration on the skin, as pictured below), as commonly seen in dengue patients.
They were thus misdiagnosed with dengue as a result until an RT-PCR test confirmed they had been infected with COVID-19. An important note is that some of the patients did not present with a fever, meaning that the rash was the only indication that they had been infected.

An example of petechiae. Image: Healthline.

Since then, other case studies (such as this and this) have emerged to concur with the findings. A particularly illuminating study undertaken by a group of Italian dermatologists described the various rashes observed in further detail; apparently, 20.5% of the 88 observed patients developed a rash of some sort, ranging from chicken pox-like vesicles, urticaria (hives) and patchy redness.
Dr Sandra Lee (AKA the beloved YouTube sensation Dr Pimple Popper) also shared a video detailing her findings.

In the video, she explains that there are two main patterns of skin presentations observed in COVID-19 patients (so far). The first is a livedoid pattern (pictured below), described as a “red or purple-coloured, mottled, reticulated or net-like coloration pattern to the skin”. Apparently, it can occur in an array of other conditions unrelated to COVID-19 that “may or may not be worrisome”.

Example of a livedoid pattern. Image: Dr Lee

The second type of presentation is pernio, or chilblains (pictured below), a skin condition that “presents on the toes more often then the fingers with purplish slightly firm and often tender spots or bumps on the skin in these locations.” It is usually seen as a response to extended exposure to cold and damp conditions, but has been noticed in younger asymptomatic COVID-19 patients in particular. This potentially makes the symptom the first and only indication of a COVID-19 infection.

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Example of a chilblain (Image: Sapp, 2019)

Both presentations could indicate other diseases or conditions (serious and benign), however Dr Lee pleads for you to contact your dermatologist “if you notice these for the first time and have never experienced them before”, especially if you have known exposure to COVID-19 or you’re experiencing flu-like symptoms.
So, what do these findings actually mean?
Dr Randy Jacobs, a clinical professor of dermatology at the University of California, states that skin presentations like petechiae (pictured above) and livedoid patterns occur because of “small blood vessel occlusions.”
According to Dr Lee, this basically means that “the virus is causing widespread microscopic clotting/clogging within our blood vessels,” leading to the death of the tissue that the blood vessel supplies.
She adds that “cold may play a role as well which may explain why we see it in our distal extremities (hands/feet) and even in our superficial vessels of our skin where our body temperature may be lower.”
What can we learn from this?

There isn’t one specific rash or skin presentation that indicates COVID-19: The patterns observed so far are livedoid mottling, chilblains, petechiae, chicken pox-like pustules, hives and patchy redness
A skin presentation corresponding to any of those mentioned above could be your only sign that you have been infected with COVID-19; contact your doctor immediately should you experience any symptoms
The presence of the rashes does not necessarily mean a COVID-19 diagnosis; they could indicate an array of other conditions
This is only the beginning—because the pandemic is an emerging and rapidly-developing situation, we’ll have to wait and see if any other findings become apparent

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“That time I f*d my hairdresser”: Blake Lively on letting Ryan Reynolds dye her hair (plus more beauty news from this week)

21.02.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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From the latest celebrity beauty line to hit production to your favourite celebrity couples and their quarantine antics, there is a lot to catch up on.
Ahead, find all the best beauty headlines from this week.
Blake Lively keeps us updated on her quarantine colour routine

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POV: Deadpool dyes your hair. The Gossip Girl alum shared a fun, sped-up snippet of her hubby, Ryan Reynolds, exploring his craft as a hairdresser (along with a lively caption that reads “That time I f*d my hairdresser.”). Scoring the video with ‘God Only Knows’ by The Beach Boys, the tongue-in-cheek post is completely on-brand for the couple.
Editing aside, we’re genuinely gobsmacked at Reynold’s sheer concentration. Equipped with a tint brush, some gloves, and impressive sectioning, his efforts would make Jon from Queer Eye proud—in fact, it did! Van Ness himself commented on the post to share his approval, pointing out that “the sectioning is really, really good”.
In fact, the couple’s influential friends chimed in with their support, with Ashley Tisdale exclaiming “What can’t he do?!” and Mindy Kaling declaring “omg this is so hot”. Martha Stewart even took the opportunity to plug her business endeavours: “Actually my new @MarthaStewart48 secateuirs [sic] would do a wonderful job! I am available 24 hours a day”. We’ve got to respect the grind.
Emma Stone is everything we could ever ask for in a live-action Cruella De Vil

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Okay, yes—we also have Disney live-action fatigue (Writer’s note: Seriously. When will they stop producing half-baked remakes of beloved classics and just make new movies?). However, the latest stills from the production house’s latest endeavour has managed to pique our interest. Two words: Emma Stone.
A first look at the actress in-costume as a young Cruella De Vil had us doing double-takes all over. Stone is pretty unrecognisable without her typecast ‘girl-next-door’ look, which bodes well for her portrayal of Disney’s most unredeemable villain (Friendly reminder: In case you forgot, Cruella’s entire schtick is skinning puppies).
The film is due to launch in May of this year and features a supporting cast that includes Emma Thompson, Mark Strong, and Emily Beecham. You can watch the trailer here:

Kourtney Kardashian got one loved-up manicure…

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…and BTW, she’s dating Travis Barker now (yes, that Travis Barker from Blink-182).
The oldest Kardashian sister shared a picture of her very cool and unusual french tip—shaped like a heart in a vibrant red, it’s the perfect date-night mani. The nail art is courtesy of celebrity nail artist Kim Truong, whose clientele includes the likes of Katy Perry, Kim Kardashian, and Jennifer Aniston.
Rina Sawayama is losing her mind, and we are here for it

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Beauty buzz: Bright is the newest Friend of Kiehl’s, Fenty Beauty launches a virtual experience plus more beauty news from June
Just the highlights

30.06.2023
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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June has been a big month in store launches and brand ambassadorships—catch up on all the big headlines you may have missed ahead!

Thai star Bright Vachirawit joins the Kiehl’s family

Stans, we bear news—your favourite multi-hyphenate has just been announced as the Friend of Kiehl’s for Malaysia and Singapore. “Multifaceted, multitalented and charming, Bright couldn’t be a better choice as the face of Kiehl’s Morning C + Night A serums”, says Jenny Chan, Brand General Manager of Kiehl’s MYSG, on the Thai star’s new appointment. “His quirky, charming, and witty personality is the very essence of Kiehl’s adventurous spirit, and we are thrilled to have him as the persona for our best-selling serums and to help him achieve that ever-ready look effortlessly. No fuss, all Kiehl’s!”
Follow Bright on Instagram here and Kiehl’s on Instagram here.

Ken’s Apothecary unveils its newest concept store at Pavilion KL

Roll up, roll up! If you’re after a curated selection of luxury and niche beauty brands to shop til you drop, Ken’s Apothecary has just opened the doors to its latest storefront at Pavilion KL. Every inch of the new 990 square feet store is stocked with fan-favourite beauty brands and stunning interiors, so whether you’re shopping for your favourite niche fragrances among the modern, industrial shelves or trying out bath and body products on the steel and terracotta island, you’ll find a truly sensorial experience waiting for you. P
Plus, if a new location wasn’t exciting enough, Ken’s Apothecary has also launched several new brands, including Philip B haircare, Maison Crivelli Parfums and luxury home fragrance brand Fornasetti Profumi.

Fenty Beauty partners with Roblox for an exciting pop-up

In one of the most exciting beauty and tech crossovers, Fenty Beauty, Fenty Skin and Fenty Fragrance have come together to create its first-ever virtual world in Roblox. In the virtual experience, users will be able to discover more about the brand through interactive scavenger hunts, mazes, and creation opportunities—including the opportunity to co-create one of the brand’s most iconic products: The Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer.
After choosing your ingredients, effects, bottle, lid, applicator, and naming your custom shade, your submission will be sent to the “Sephora Experience” – a virtual and immersive retail display—where you can view all Gloss Bomb creations from your fellow users and vote on your favourites. The finalists will be shared with Rihanna, who will then choose one winner to inspire the next Gloss Bomb, which will then be available for purchase in 2024.
The Fenty Beauty + Fenty Skin Experience on Roblox will be available from June 30 – July 30, 2023. For more information, click here or follow Fenty on Instagram.

Shiseido opens its first boutique in East Malaysia

Sarawakian Shiseido fans—your pleas have been answered! The prestige brand opened its first store in Kuching’s Vivacity Megamall earlier this month, marking Shiseido’s first-ever foray into East Malaysia. Within the store’s elegant interiors, you’ll find the brand’s coveted product lineup, as well as a dedicated facial cabin that is offering a range of personalised services—from expert skin consultations to professional makeup application to indulgent facial treatments.

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Best dressed Asian celebs of the week: Jolin Tsai, Juwei Teoh, Lisa of Blackpink and more

26.09.2018
By Joan Kong

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This week, we’re shining the limelight on some of the best-dressed celebrities in our region, who were spotted in oh-so-trendy looks that’ll give Hollywood A-listers a run for their money. Some noteworthy looks include Chinese actress Qin Lan’s Versace dress at the Story of Yanxi Palace‘s press conference in Hong Kong, M.I.A who wore Riccardo Tisci’s Burberry design to the premiere of her documentary, Matangi/Maya/M.I.A in London.
These celebs aside, this week, we’ve included a few celebrities closer to home—Benjamin Kheng and Jonathan Chua of Singaporean pop band The Sam Willows, who were dressed in suave outfits by Ermenegildo Zegna for the 2018 Singapore Grand Prix; Juwei Teoh, who was the only Malaysian celebrity at Longchamp’s 70th anniversary celebratory event in Paris—dressed in the brand’s Autumn/Winter 2018 collection, no less; and Lisa— from Thailand—of K-pop girl group Blackpink, who attended the Michael Kors Collection show in New York dressed in a red polka-dot number.

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NYFW SS16: Alexander Wang

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NYFW SS16: Alexander Wang
A decade of cool-girl chic

13.09.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Celebrating 10 years of streetwear chic and sports luxe, Alexander Wang’s show had all the makings of successful label—a celeb-filled FROW, a compendium of the his “greatest moments” of his career shown in a short film, and a collection that took inspiration from his original streetwear roots.
This show saw the debut of Alexander Wang menswear, with full-length overalls and low-rise striped leather trousers paired with plaid tops. The details were gritty in the womenswear: chain link accessories (from the purses and sandals to the earrings and straps), and leather fringing on the most unexpected pieces—a khaki army jacket and a leather bustier.
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Amplify Black Voices: 10 Incredible Black artists to diversify your feed

09.06.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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The Black Lives Matter movement has time and time again highlighted the necessity of amplifying the voices of the black community. Many are working to do this through social media, universities, institutions and work places, inciting challenging conversations with superiors and peers alike.
An industry that is often overlooked, however, is the art industry. Despite being championed as the quasi-liberal saviour of black voices, they are still inherently very white-washed spaces. In fact, many art institutions in the US and UK have long been complicit in the silencing of black voices, and in addition to the facts and history, there is an astonishing number of artwork by the black community that confirms this. Some artworks strive for pure beauty, some are commentaries on political or social injustices and some are simply celebrations of identity. All of them are wonderful and give us a much-needed background into the art world from a new perspective.
So, the goal is to amplify black voices—for your convenience, we’ve collated 10 of our favourite black artists to help you get acquainted with some truly incredible work.
Kehinde Wiley

You’re probably already familiar with this artist from his infamous, unconventional portrait of Barack Obama. Fun fact: he is actually the first African-American artist to paint an official U.S. Presidential portrait. Wiley is not only a celebrated portrait painter, he is also the artist behind the Rumours of War statue in New York’s Times Square—an equestrian statue depicting an African-American man, made in response to the many Confederate Army brass statues erected around the United States.
Kara Walker

Walker is a huge name in the industry, with a variety of disciplines under her belt including painter, silhouettist, print-maker, installation artist, and filmmaker. Her work is notorious for its candid exploration of race, sexuality, gender and violence—you really can’t talk about any of these things in contemporary art without mentioning Walker and her work. She is most famous for her black-and-white silhouette works that play on the theme of racial identity. However, most recently, her installation Fons Americanus at the Tate Modern in London turned heads—it’s the 13m tall fountain (shown below) inspired by the Victoria Memorial outside Buckingham Palace. The installation condemns the interconnected colonial history of America and Europe with Africa, specifically with regard to the slave trade and the glorification of the British Empire.

Kerry James Marshall

Born in 1955, Marshall’s work is a unique view into his childhood in Alabama during the 1950s and 1960s. Focusing on African-American life and history, this artist’s work is beautiful, narrative and emotional, with the focal central protagonists always being, in his words, “unequivocally, emphatically black”. His work explores the complexities of the Civil Rights Movement and its effect on everyday life for Black Americans and the fruits of his labour are these wonderful snapshots into a time capsule.
Lubaina Himid

The Turner Prize-winning, Zanzibar-born artist has advocated to amplify the work of black artists her whole career, whether it be through her art, curation, activism or her lectures. Above, we see ‘The Carrot Piece’ (1985), which reflects how at the time of its conception, cultural institutions were guilty of performative inclusion—where art institutions only supported the work of black artists to solidify their status as ‘saviours’. In her words, black women were “being patronised… cajoled and distracted by silly games and pointless offers”. Since this piece, she has gone on to create an impressive portfolio that explores themes of cultural history and identity.

Anya Paintsil

Paintsil is of mixed Welsh-Ghanaian background, and creates textile art that utilises weaves and braids (and, occasionally, her own hair) in addition to the traditional tapestry materials to create pieces that are equally as beautiful as they are politically charged. Honourable mention: In light of her time at Manchester School of Art coming to an end, she shared her favourite submitted piece (below). We recommend you read the caption—the context really makes it.

Seeing as my time at uni is about to come to a very strange end I’d like to share my favourite piece of work I’ve ever submitted! In my first year an illustration lecturer told me and another mixed race student that our projects discussing race issues were alienating to a white MMU audience. He then went on to say to say he found it “jarring” to look at us as women of colour and think we had “white blonde ladies as mothers”. After complaining to the course leader who spent half an hour trying to convince me the tutor in question “is not a racist” I submitted a load of terrible drawings of him and the other ridiculous things he said and he gave me a 2:1! Thanks Ian! @mcrschart @manmetuni
Harmonia Rosales

Rosales’ work is absolutely breathtaking; she is an oil painter that, in her own words, “explores black female empowerment through art that challenges ideological hegemony in contemporary society.” This particularly powerful piece is called Yemaya’s Ascension Into The Waters, and it is just one of the many beautiful oil paintings she has produced over the course of her career so far.
Bisa Butler

Butler is a textile artist that creates exquisite quilted portraits. The African-American subjects in her work are often subjects themselves—they are people immortalised in World War II-era photographs or even portraits from as far back as 1870-1910. The beauty of her work, however, is that it gives these forgotten subjects a new lease of life. It’s difficult to capture the essence of a photograph, especially when the subject is unnamed, but she does it by thoroughly researching the people of the era, looking for clues as to who they could have been, and how they would have dressed. The result? Beautiful, intricate, laborious art that celebrates its subjects.
Delita Martin

Works Featured:”Night Travelers” (detail), Gelatin printing, mixed media on paper, 6’H x 12.5’W (Triptych), 2016; “Meet Me in the Night,” Acrylic, relief printing, conté, hand-stitching, decorative papers, 50″H x 39″W, 2016; “Moonflower,” Charcoal, relief printing, acrylic, decorative papers and hand-stitching, 60.5″H x 49″W, 2017.
Martin’s breathtaking work is the result of mixed media galore. Taking inspiration from vintage and family photos, she layers printmaking, drawing, sewing, collage and painting techniques to produce her powerful portraits. She highlights the absence of black bodies in Western art with her portraits, creating a new iconography for African Americans to reference.
Rex Hamilton

Hamilton’s work is instantly recognisable—it is vibrant, fun and indisputably beautiful. Self-described as somewhere in between surrealism, impressionism, post-impressionism, neo-expressionism and pop culture, the artist paints the world as he sees it: “colourful and harmonious”.
Nick Cave

Cave’s work is best explained through video. Famous for his Soundsuits, these fabric sculptures are staggeringly beautiful and intricate pieces that create, well, sound. The first Soundsuit initially came about as a response to the brutal beating of construction worker-turned writer Rodney King in 1991, where Cave fashioned sticks and twigs he had collected from the ground into a wearable suit that made sounds when worn. Since then, Cave has created over 500 Soundsuits, which are either displayed statically or used in choreography and captured through live performance, photography or video. His works are truly magnificent and worth looking into.
In fact, all of these artists are absolutely brilliant and produce truly incredible work that is worth studying further. That said, they are only a small handful of the plethora of black artists in the world—seek them out and hear their voices.

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4 Things to know about Salvatore Ferragamo’s AW19 collection

24.02.2019
By Joan Kong

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