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#BuroDiningGuide: 7 restaurants that serve up a good ol’ hearty dinner
Dinner is served

03.01.2017
By Buro247

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1. Kouzu

Ever felt like you’ve wanted to order everything on the menu? At Kouzu you can… try. Specialising in Japanese tapas, portions may be scaled down but they’re big on innovation and flavour. If a multitude of small plates fail to curb the voracious hunger within, classic donburis are guaranteed to mollify the appetite.

To try: Beef steak tataki, and stone rice bowl filled with seafood treasures like unagi, ebiko, scallops and fresh shrimp
Address: 18, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 1, Taman Tun Datuk Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 5pm to 1am (Mon – Sat)

2. LoKhaba

Comfort food is the kind that evokes nostalgia while soothing the soul. The repertoire at LoKhaba (short for “Hello, apa khabar?”) greets the palate with the comforting familiarity of Malaysian flavours while intelligently repackaging the expected and refining the rustic.

To try: The signature lobster curry, mee kuah ketam and kerutup daging
Address: 6, Jalan Telawi 4, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11am to 10pm (Mon – Thurs), 10am to 11pm (Fri – Sat), 9.30 to 10pm (Sun)

3. The Tranquerah

A recent relocation from Kota Damansara to the relatively new addition to Petaling Jaya’s bustling band of malls—Glo Damansara—has made this peranakan restaurant just the slightest bit more accessible to its longtime fans and new patrons alike. Authentic Malaccan Nyonya cuisine is their pride; recipes passed down through generations—their secret.

To try: Ayam buah keluak, sotong masak lemak, and aglio olio with cincaluk
Address: LG 09, Glo Damansara, Jalan Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm

4.  Proof Pizza + Wine

The new kid on the block at APW Bangsar—Proof Pizza and Wine—has a lot to prove to stand amidst the already formidable cluster of eateries there. But they’ve called in the big guns. Two massive wood-fire ovens will be sending out artisanal pizzas crafted from their aged and proofed sourdough bases, and topped with a generous array of toppings to impress even the fussiest gourmand.

To try: Umbrian black truffle pizza with taleggio, and the pizza polpo di granchio with crab claw meat and herbed pesto
Address: 29, Jalan Riong, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur (Inside APW Bangsar)
Opening hours: 12.15pm to 3pm, and 6pm to 10.30pm (Closed on Tuesdays)

5. Cerdito

A pork haven in Puchong. Cerdito butchers and carves their meat from the finest Iberico hogs imported all the way from Spain. Menu items echo that melody with mostly Spanish-inspired renditions of crowd-pleasers like ribs and burgers but an Asian spin is placed as a localised hook.

To try: Iberico pork ribs and the black pig burger with a giant slab of Iberico pork belly
Address: G-11, Kompleks Kenari, Jalan Kenari 19A, Puchong
Opening hours: 12pm to 3pm, and 6pm to 10.30pm (Tues – Thurs), 12pm – 11pm (Fri – Sun), Closed on Mondays

6. Hacha Mecha

Yakitori and doburi seem to be the cronut du jour of the savoury world. Almost every other new establishment is dishing out scoops of fluffy, warm rice crowned with delectable cuts and morsels for the ultimate comfort bowl. And while food on sticks is hardly revolutionary, refined skewers of Japanese origins are somehow hard to resist. Hacha Mecha’s versions of both, however, deserve your time simply due to the prestige of the constituents—think Blackmore Wagyu, foie gras and truffles galore.

To try: Truffled wagyu donburi and Bara wagyu foie gras donburi
Address: Unit E-G-08, Ground Floor, No. 436, Jalan Tun Razak, TREC, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6pm to 12am (Mon – Thurs), 6pm to 4am (Fri – Sat), 6pm to 12am (Sun)

7. Huckleberry After Dark

As the sun sets, the demure vibes of Huckleberry Food and Fare morphs into its rebellious older sister, Huckleberry After Dark. Self-dubbed as purveyors of nocturnal pleasures, their offerings beckon the soul to indulge in the sinful, greasy, and luscious food of the street. Between the burgers, pizzas and hot dogs, along with a cold beer sporting a stack of onion rings—you’re set for a Friday night.

To try: Chicken and waffles, and chilli cheese fries
Address: 2G and 4G Medan Setia 2, Plaza Damansara, Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 5.30pm to 12am (Tues – Thurs), 5.30pm to 2am (Fri – Sun), Closed on Mondays

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‘Lalisa’: 6 Things you may have missed in Blackpink Lisa’s solo music video and album

10.09.2021
By Adelina Tan

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What words start with “L”? Right now, what comes to mind is “Lisa”, “Lalisa” and “lit”! Put them together and you’ve basically summed up Blackpink Lisa’s solo debut effort, Lalisa. Ahead of its release today (10 September), Lisa’s agency, YG Entertainment, revealed that pre-orders for the album had reached 800,000 copies—making her the female K-pop solo artist with the highest pre-orders in history.
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Lisa’s trailblazing debut has since set more records. Just 90 minutes after the music video’s release on YouTube, it’s become the fastest debut MV to hit 10 million views.

#BLACKPINK‘s #LISA‘s #LALISA makes history becoming the Fastest Debut MV to hit 10 MILLION views on YouTube in just 90 MINUTES!@BLACKPINK https://t.co/2iDCFB5kim pic.twitter.com/DemEcQkFAo
— World Music Awards (@WORLDMUSICAWARD) September 10, 2021

More records have been set since then. Just 90 minutes after the music video’s release on YouTube, it’s become the fastest debut MV to hit 10 million views. ‘Lalisa’ is also the fastest MV by a female artist to surpass 10 million views, a record previously held by Taylor Swift’s ‘Me’.
Fans are speaking highly of the confident lyrics (“Being the greatest of all time ain’t a fantasy”), varied visuals, and dynamic rhythm. Besides the black and pink colour scheme at the start of the video, there’s another tribute to Blackpink and Lisa’s groupmates in her rap verse:

“Black and Pink crown belongs to WE (Blackpink)” #LALISA pic.twitter.com/hk5RF74ASJ
— (@pinksprr) September 10, 2021

the amount of energy in the song and in the choreography, we have no choice but to stan #LALISA pic.twitter.com/YTNegdRhph
— jensoo (@httpsja_) September 10, 2021

Lisa’s family is loving it too:

Lisa’s family is all supportive! They’re doing the Lalisa hand sign.#LISA #LALISA pic.twitter.com/9AmarxN6Ky
&mdash (@ann31717) September 10, 2021

Can’t stop saying “Lalisa, love me”? Here are fun facts to know about Lisa’s solo album and MV:

It’s named after her

baby get the microphone put it on speaker!!!!!!!!!#LALISA pic.twitter.com/FDdOgRiyWb
— trouble maker (@inessdtl) September 10, 2021
Make way for the “polisa”
Lalisa is deeply personal in more ways than one. Lisa actively participated in the entire album-making process, from the point choreography in the chorus of ‘Lalisa’ to the album’s colours. “I chose to use black and gold for the album’s cover, given that they are my defining colours,” she told the media.
Likewise, she sends home the message that this is her defining song and album by referencing her actual name—Lalisa Manoban—in the title and lyrics. Fun (and fascinating) fact: Her birth name is Pranpriya, but she had it changed to Lalisa (meaning “one who is praised”) on the advice of a fortune teller, who foretold that it’d bring Lisa prosperity. Anyone else wants to join us in tracking down this fortune teller for a change in luck?
P/S: In the music video, Lisa rides a metallic pink ATV with a “97” sticker—the year she was born. See if you can spot it!

The music video features 13 outfits and 10 sets

producers: let’s give them EVERYTHING world: we’re not complaining, FEED US MORE#TodayIsLalisaDay #LALISA #LISA pic.twitter.com/CnONyt2938
— yooseok-saeon account era (@rostanacc) September 10, 2021

As one of YG’s biggest hitmakers, the agency went all out for Lisa’s solo debut. In the music video for ‘Lalisa’, she wears a total of 13 outfits, from various designers, across 10 different set-ups. These showcase her versatility in adapting to different situations—be it riding an ATV in the desert, attending glamorous events in ballgowns, pole dancing, or freestyling in streetwear. She’s sweet, she’s fierce, she’s sultry, she’s Lalisa.

In the scene where Lisa takes a sleek superbike for a spin at night, her ride has been identified as a customised Ducati Panigale V4.

There are many tributes to her Thai heritage

This part, for me, was very important because she’s telling everyone to not forget where she came from. Lalisa never forget her roots.LISA SOLO DEBUT#TodayIsLalisaDay #LISA #리사 #ลิซ่า #LALISA #블랙핑크 #BLACKPINK @BLACKPINK   pic.twitter.com/nJhE9QGU4m
— (@_SIEEPiNGSUN) September 10, 2021

Lisa is Thai. She lived in Thailand till she was 14, before moving to Seoul to pursue her dream of being a singer as YG’s first non-Korean trainee. Despite the stigma attached to being non-Korean in K-pop, she’s never been shy about proclaiming her ethnicity and often references Thai culture. (Such as introducing a whole new audience to the viral “crab dance” from her home country! )

from this to thisLISA SOLO DEBUT#TodayIsLalisaDay #LALISA #LISA#리사 pic.twitter.com/6wqtggSdMg
— (@riri_rare) September 10, 2021

In a nod to her roots, producer Teddy added a Thai flavour to ‘Lalisa’. Visually, she sports a traditional Thai outfit and incorporates traditional Thai dance movements. Her outfit was custom made by Asava Group with elements of the traditional Thai dress such as the breast covering (sa-bai), sarong wrap (zin) and frontal pleats.

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It was ”delicately woven in metal-treaded ancient patterns” from Lamphun Province, a town in Northern Thailand. The finishing touch: Swarovski crystal embellishments; embroidered by hand and fit for K-pop royalty.
Some have speculated that the set for this part of the music video is inspired by the Prasat Hin Phanom Rung in Buriram, Lisa’s hometown.

[opinion] this scene is “Prasat Phanom Rung” it’s a stone castle in Buriram, Thailand that’s a birthplace of Lisa #TodayIsLalisaDay #LISA #ลิซ่า pic.twitter.com/gcIWAhTLVd
&mdash (@denellies) September 10, 2021

There are also sets that look like Bangkok’s Chinatown, which Lisa enjoys visiting, and the Santorini Park in Hua Hin.

She rides a Ducati in one scene

Lisa worked alongside famous K-pop choreographers

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7 Fun things you can do in KL this weekend: 24 & 25 August 2019

21.08.2019
By Ronn Tan

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

1. Dutch Mussel Festival at Southern Rock Seafood, 12pm – 10pm, 25 August 2019
This Sunday, celebrate the start of the Dutch Mussel season by feasting on blue mussels air flown from Natural Holland in Yerseke. The programme of the day includes poetry by Cat Brogan, standup comedy by Adrianna Aye, as well as the Shuck and Suck Challenge (quite self-explanatory). Entry is currently priced at RM35 per person.
For more information, visit this website.

2. Lokal Fashion Art Market at GMBB KL, 11am – 8pm, 24 & 25 August 2019
It’s time to celebrate local talents and this weekend is the perfect period to do so. Browse and explore over 20 Malaysian brands through a fashion show, foodtrucks, and workshops.
For more information, visit this website.

3. Guest Bartender Series Featuring Shirmy Chan at Bar Shake, 8pm – 12am, 24 August 2019
Bar Shake’s Guest Collaboration Series is back and this time, 61 Monarchy’s Shirmy Chan will be taking over on Saturday. A line-up of Japanese-inspired drinks will be unveiled—each priced at RM50. Expect artisanal cocktails such as Sakurao Gin, distilled using Hiroshima-grown botanicals, and Brickfields, whisky-based drink with jasmine water.
To make a reservation, contact 017 397 6049 (WhatsApp only) or visit @barshake.kl

4. Eat Drink Play: Volume Two at Rex KL, 3pm – 11pm, 24 & 25 August 2019
Gather in Chinatown this weekend for food, drinks, and music. Vendors include Babar & Co, Donut Plan, Puro KL, Farmer’s Bar, and ModernMadness. There will be live performances by acts such as Slutski, Injoo, and Armand Tanzarian.
For more information, visit this website.

5. Yue Garden at Yuespace KL, 12pm – 8pm, 24 & 25 August 2019
This event will showcase artworks and handcrafts, including handmade concrete designs by Dusty Noah, botanical bath and body products by Nooi Naturals, and unique eyewear by Pott Glasses. Admission is free and for everyone.
For more information, visit this website.

6. Binge watch ‘Love Alarm’ on Netflix, any time, anywhere
This South Korean series—premiering 23 August 2019—stars Kim So Hyun, Song Kang, and Jung Ga Ram. It revolves around an app which lets users know if anyone around has romantic feelings for them. There will be eight episodes.
Watch the trailer here.

7. A Love Once Lost Exhibition at The Bindery, APW Bangsar, 10am – 7pm, 24 & 25 August 2019
This charity project features 13 series of images revolving around emotions that the artist, Daniel Adams, felt after the passing of his mother in 2017. There will be 39 pieces of work on show and 50 percent of profits will go to Cancer Research Malaysia.
For more information, visit this website.

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Watches
3 Local contemporary jewellery labels to add to your shopping list

26.11.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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Hailing from Klang, Joanne Tan’s unique brand of jewellery has received its fair share of love from international media—and for good reason too. The Central Saint Martins alumni’s repertoire includes delicate yet head-turning facial ornaments and statement ear cuffs.

See more of Joanne’s work on her Instagram page and get in touch with her via DM for information to purchase.

My Heavenly Atelier
A music graduate who found her true calling in handcrafting jewellery, Maggie makes beautiful geometric adornments at My Heavenly Atelier. Her Instagram feed is seriously #goals, and conveys the same aesthetic as her designs: minimalistic, light and airy with a sense of balance.

  You can find My Heavenly Atelier jewellery online at the website.

The Straits Finery
For fine jewellery that will stand the test of time, look to The Straits Finery. Founded by Foo Chia Chern and Amira Yahaya, the jewellery label specialises in 14-karat gold creations with pared-down designs that are perfect for stacking.

You can find The Straits Finery jewellery online at the website, or at Snackfood in Bangsar.

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Unveiled: The cover of ‘American Dreamer’, a memoir by Tommy Hilfiger
Dream big

31.03.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Set to publish later this year, American Dreams chronicles the life of Tommy Hilfiger: from his childhood and formative years, to the setbacks and challenges faced with sheer determination that has led him to the triumph of helming his own multi-billion dollar global brand.

“American Dreamer is a reflection on my experiences in the fashion industry from the last 30-plus years”, said Hilfiger. “It has been incredible to look back on the moments that have defined both my career and my personal life—from my childhood and origins in the fashion world to my enduring passion for pop culture and Americana. It’s an inspiring reminder of all the milestones we’ve surpassed, from our very first billboard in Times Square to bridging the gap between fashion and music. Writing this memoir has truly reaffirmed the incredible journey I’ve had in building a global lifestyle brand.”

The memoir book cover (as shown above) was shot by renowned photographer Richard Phibbs at Tommy Hilfiger’s Fifth Avenue Flagship store in New York City. Written by the designer in collaboration with Peter Knobler, American Dreamer will be published by Ballantine Books and is set for a release date of 1 November 2016.

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The best SPF-infused eye creams to cop for brighter, tighter undereyes
Look alive (and stay protected)

03.07.2023
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Starting to notice fine lines and texture creeping up under your peepers? You need to up your SPF game—here are the products you need to do it.
Picture this: You’re armed with your favourite sunscreen. You’ve taken all the right steps—kept the bottle in a cool, dry place; dispensed two heaping strips of product onto your fingers; applied said product onto your face, covering every last square inch—before you head outside. It feels good. You’re protected for the day. Nothing’s going to get in your way, not UV, not pollutants… or so you thought.
As soon as you step outside, it starts. The sweating. Ow. Your eyes! It burns. Your sunscreen has made its way into your eyeball and—oh. Oh! Help! You can’t see! You’re tearing up and it has made everything worse. In a panic, you desperately wipe as much product off as you can, and it comes at the cost of your beautifully even application.
You contemplate reapplying, but you realise you’ll land yourself right back where you started. So, instead, you risk the wrinkles and power through the day. Does this sound like you? It doesn’t have to be this way.
Introducing: SPF eye creams, AKA sunscreens formulated specifically for your eyes. No stinging, no tears, and the added benefits of a targeted formulation. Dramatics aside, whether you’re looking to turn back the clock and stop premature ageing in its tracks or you just want a solution to your stinging eyes, we’ve got your back. Ahead, find our picks for the best SPF eye creams to shop for smoother and brighter undereyes:

Supergoop!
Bright-Eyed 100% Mineral Eye Cream SPF 40 PA+++, RM192

When it comes to sunscreen, Supergoop! is probably on the tip of your tongue. The SPF-focused brand’s eye cream is equal parts protective, skin-nourishing and priming. Use the blendable tinted formulation to prime your eyes for concealer—say goodbye to unsightly creasing and overly-dry undereyes!
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Elizabeth Arden
Prevage Eye Ultra Protection Anti-ageing Moisturiser SPF15, RM522.50

Perfect for both mature and dry skin, this eye cream is focused on protecting and rejuvenating the undereyes for a more youthful, radiant glow. Using Idebenone technology, the cream neutralises the free radicals that cause premature ageing, delivers all-day hydration and even soothes tired and stressed skin.
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Natura Bissé
Essential Shock Intense Lip & Eye Cream SPF 15 15ml, RM331

Taking your daily vitamins is important, and now you can do it through your skin too! This SPF-infused lip and eye cream harnesses the powers of the “Aminoessence Cocktail”; essentially, a blend of fortifying and hydrating amino acids and protective antioxidant vitamins C, E and F. Better yet, it’s also for your lips so you can double down on your sun protection!
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Sarah Chapman
Skinesis Eye Insurance SPF30 Serum 15ml, RM305

This A-lister go-to is a godsend on sleep-deprived days. Using collagen-boosting Glycolift and Beautifeye compounds as well as hyaluronic filling spheres, this eye cream works to lift, tone and tighten the delicate eye area while SPF30 UV filters protect the sensitive eye area from damaging UV rays and environmental damage. Plus, the cream also has a diamond powder-infused, dewy tint that neutralises dark circles and brightens the undereyes.
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Hello Sunday
The One For Your Eyes Eye Cream SPF50, RM110

If you’re after an eye cream that’s perfect for intense sun days, you’ve found it! This eye cream protects your peepers with SPF 50-rated mineral and antioxidant filters while offering plumping and tightening benefits alongside an instant brightening effect. The secret behind its powerful formula? Soothing oatmeal, wrinkle-busting plant-based peptides and lactobacilli-fermented oat active!
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Erborian
CC Eye Cream 10ml, RM119.50

Knee-deep in sleep debt? We’ve got just the thing for your weary peepers. This colour-correcting eye cream is a reformulation of the Erborian’s bestselling CC cream, now made to target the eyes specifically. The hybrid skincare and makeup formula evens the skin tone, smooths texture and depuffs while nourishing the skin with intense hydration. Better yet, it contains SPF20 to prevent further skin damage.
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Our Fatal Attraction to Fast Food

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Our Fatal Attraction to Fast Food
The most common addiction

23.10.2015
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Supersize Me is a 2004 documentary in which Spurlock embarked on an experiment to see what fast food would do to his body if he ate nothing but McDonald’s for a month. The nuggets my friend and I bought were of course the same nuggets that are made from chickens pumped into preternatural fatness by hormones, which are then put whole into a machine, where their heads are unceremoniously lopped off, and the rest of their bodies, faeces included, emerge magically from the machine as McNuggets.

Yet that, and the fact that Spurlock gained for his efforts 11.1kg, 13% in body mass, cholesterol readings of 230, and a potpourri of mood swings, sexual dysfunction and fatty accumulation in his liver, did nothing to deter us from our mission to McStuff Our Faces. Presumably we were driven by the same urge that compels crack addicts to shoot up after a particularly violent PSA about drugs that is in fact designed to deter them from using. Why are we humans so perverse? Why do we persist in smoking, drinking, and eating fast food when we know that one of those three will ultimately kill us?
When he continuously gorged on McDonald’s, the drug effect from the food told his brain to go back for more.
Fast food, despite scaremongers like Spurlock, continues to be very compelling to the bulk of the world. Even as Asian children grow ever more obese (with Malaysia adding to its growing pile of dubious achievements by having the fattest children in the region), even as nutritionists declaim with founded, albeit pedantic, indignation for healthier food choices to be made by care-givers, the populace nevertheless continues to flock like lemmings to the nearest fast food joint.

Convenience, cost and taste are regularly cited as key reasons for our addiction to fast food, but it really isn’t more convenient to choose fast food over any other kind of food unless you opt for home delivery, in which case, reason number three-taste-becomes a moot point, because anyone who has ever had fast food delivered to their homes will attest to the fact that everything tastes like soggy (or dry) cardboard.

And in Malaysia-where the price of a regular Big Mac meal is equivalent to at least three hearty economy rice meals with meat and vegetables-cost really isn’t a valid argument either. Which brings us to the elephant in the room: the argument that fast food is as “addictive as heroin”, which Spurlock has reported as being true. When he continuously gorged on McDonald’s, the drug effect from the food told his brain to go back for more. Put simply, the fast food industry is the gastronomic equivalent to Big Tobacco. It’s hardly a cheering thought.

And yet, isn’t it our capacity to choose that theoretically separates humans from the rest of the animal kingdom? Why then do we continue to make the wrong choices? Is it because, like having extramarital sex, we know it’s wrong, but we do it because we enjoy it, and because we can?

When Eric Schlosser published Fast Food Nation, The Dark Side of the All-American Meal chronicling the ills of fast food and exhorting a boycott of said fast food franchises until these chains start preparing healthier food, McDonald’s response was this: “His [Schlosser’s] opinion is outvoted 46 million to one every single day, because that’s how many customers around the world choose to come to McDonald’s for our menu of variety, value and quality.”
And when I forget, say, once a year, the nausea I feel post McBinge is sufficient to remind me to stay away for another year at least. In the meantime, I have learned to Just. Say. No.
In the meantime, fast food franchises have been working in overdrive to create menu options that are perceived as healthier (the McWrap, described by writer Susan Berfield as “a fusion of the fresh and the machined”), and more exclusive (the Angus Third Pounder, a McD’s premium burger that’s still comparatively ‘cheaper’ than burgers from sit-down restaurants). But if you wanted healthier and more ‘gourmet’ food, then why would you opt to go to a fast food joint in the first place? As for me, I’ve seen the error of my ways. And when I forget, say, once a year, the nausea I feel post McBinge is sufficient to remind me to stay away for another year at least. In the meantime, I have learned to Just. Say. No.

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NYFW SS16: Baja East

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NYFW SS16: Baja East
Deliciously ambiguous

13.09.2015
By Su Fen Tan

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There was a notable increase in the attendance of the industry’s top faces at Baja East’s show, with rapper Common, actress Mariska Hargitay and singer Miguel seated in the front row—an affirmation of the growing label’s ascent in the industry.
The duo behind Baja East—John Targon and Scott Studenberg—rolled with the homies for this collection. It was a parade of caftans, knits, ponchos and tees infused with vibrant parrot-like hues of orange, blue and crimson; billowy silhouettes reimagined for party-going ravers and hippies in for the long-haul.
Textures and prints were of an abundance; there were tees and jackets studded with multi-coloured Swarovski crystals, separates in fabrics of chiffon and silk tie-dyed in the on-going theme colour, cosy knits, and the label’s signature graphic printed tees.
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4 Best places to get coffee in Melbourne
Bittersweet love

30.01.2016
By Rachel Au

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We’ve been having Aussie fever for the past two weeks thanks to the Australian Open 2016 and as it comes to a close, we can’t think of a more celebratory post than a roundup of some of the best spots in (their) town to get our/your/their caffeine fix.

Cup of Truth, Degraves St Subway

A local favourite and a literal underground gem, Cup of Truth very simply serves a cup of good ol’ coffee-no tricks and no frills. Using beans from Axil Coffee Roasters (another crowd pleaser), you can count on their baristas to consistently brew a good cuppa. Word on Instagram is people would actually go out of their way just for a Cup of Truth.

Market Lane Coffee, Prahan/Queen Victoria Market

Roasted fresh on site once a week, you’ll have no complaints with any of the coffee served there. Whether it’s the flat white or the espresso, the smooth texture will have you swooning at first sip and the taste is perfectly balanced.

Patricia, Little Bourke St

This little corner coffee place is always packed and it’s not hard to guess why by the throngs of people hanging outside with a Patricia coffee cup in their hands (there are no chairs allowed so it’s pretty much a ‘standing’ cafe). We definitely recommend the Seven Seeds beans that is a nice mix of strong Ethiopian and Guatemalan blend for a lovely pick-me-up in the morning.

Slater St Bench, Little Bourke St

When it comes to coffee, everything needs to be at the right amount and Slater St Bench manages to do it perfectly-especially with the milk. Give their espresso paired with almond milk a go; the velvety texture is uber heavenly.

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Kick it back old school with this ’90s Christmas playlist
Mmmbop!

22.12.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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From pop favourites (Mariah Carey, Destiny’s Child) and R&B greats (Babyface, Boys II Men), to alt-rock sounds (No Doubt and The Smashing Pumpkins, anyone?), we’ve got you covered this #FlashbackFriday and festive weekend with the ultimate ’90s Christmas playlist. Happy holidays!

Not quite your cup of tea? Then put on this alternative Christmas playlist instead, or try listening to our favourite fireplace tunes here.

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Bell & Ross expands its BR 05 collection with a new royal-worthy design

22.01.2021
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Looking for a functional timepiece that can complement your lifestyle without stealing the show—yet is able to stand out discreetly on your wrist? The Bell & Ross BR 05 is made just for you, but this time around, the urban explorer’s favourite watch gets a golden touch by way of an entirely new design.
As you may already glean from its name, the Bell & Ross BR 05 Blue Gold is a royal stunner. The very apotheosis of “form meets function”, the BR 05 Blue Gold subtly stuns with the minutest of details—from its satin-finished and polished 18k rose gold 40mm case to the elegant navy blue sunray dial for a bold contrast.

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Legibility is key when it comes to all of Bell & Ross’s timepieces. The BR 05 Blue Gold’s rose gold gilded applique numerals and indices, along with the 18k rose gold gilded skeletonised hour and minute hands are filled with Super-LumiNova for peak legibility.
Sneak a peek at the 18k rose gold sapphire case back that unveils the BR-CAL.321. mechanism with a 360-degree oscillating weight. As with all the BR 05 models, the architectural construction is the first thing that catches your eye—an amalgamation of surfaces and angles that make for an ergonomic watch. The BR 05 Blue Gold has a hyper flexible bracelet (in satin-finished and polished 18k rose gold) and that follows the natural contour of the wrist. If you’re feeling sporty, switch it up with a ribbed blue rubber strap for a versatile look.
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Bally x André: A boot that inspired a reboot
Hey, Mr. A!

14.11.2016
By Buro247

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1910 to 1990 was an era where Bally built its legacy of artistic advertising with bold graphic design on illustrative posters by artists such as Bernard Villemot. In the years that followed, those collaborations faded away as the brand’s campaigns adopted a photographical collage style.
Fast forward more than two decades from the last poster by Bernard Villemot, a new artsist, André Saraiva is picking up where he left off. A vintage pair of Bally boots caught André’s attention while packing for a trip and in trying to create a replica for his girlfriend, the idea to work with the brand was born. Bally x André is the first creative collaboration of this sort in almost 25 years.

With the help of some animation magic by Roberto Prual Reavis, André Saraiva’s cheery, top-hatted, stick figure character by the name of Mr. A—commonly seen in his street art from New York to Paris—was given new life (and some swanky Bally kicks to boot, of course):

The artistic collaboration also resulted in a redesign of that pivotal pair of boots, a capsule collection of accessories and small leather goods, and a poster for Bally. The Bally x André collection is available in selected Bally stores and online in France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and US.
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This collaborative effort launches Bally’s new commitment to producing an annual poster with new talent from here on out. Peruse the gallery below for snaps from André Saraiva’s takeover of the Madison Avenue Bally store:
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#HappyHeadlines: Zero new cases, field hospitals shut and a global graduation ft. BTS, the Obamas and Lady Gaga

13.05.2020
By Kelly Lim

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After more than 50 days of MCO in Malaysia, business is gradually returning as nation-wide restrictions are slowly eased. As we move forward and back outdoors, how will life fare in the new normal as we look to reopen and simultaneously contain the spread of the virus in the coming months? The future is uncertain and each step will be small (and sometimes frustrating) but we’ll get there eventually, together.
Here’s this week’s roundup of uplifting news stories to keep you looking forward.
Countries celebrate no new cases

From Hong Kong to New Zealand, Hawaii to Montana, countries are seeing no new cases of coronavirus amidst easing restrictions.

One of the most densely populated cities on earth, Hong Kong has now gone 22 days as of 11 May without the spread of new cases within the country, as chief executive Carrie Lam is in talks about freeing citizens from quarantine and travel restrictions between Macau and Guangdong, according to SCMP.
No new cases were reported in Taiwan either on 12 May, where the overall count remains at 429 and death toll at six. The country has been highly successful in restricting the spread of the coronavirus without a complete lockdown.
Over in New Zealand, stringent lockdown procedures were ended less than a week ago after Monday passed without any new cases of the virus as its prime minister continues talks of a trans-Tasman travel arrangement with Australia.
On 8 May, the islands of Hawaii reported no new cases of COVID-19, the first time in two months the spread has halted completely. Governors are now lifting orders for lockdown and allowing low-risk businesses to reopen.

AirAsia gifts food baskets to 1,700 families

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In the spirit of Ramadan, AirAsia lends a hand to over 1,700 families in Pahang by gifting food baskets filled with basic essentials such as rice, sugar, flour and cooking oil for the holiday month. This came as part of AirAsia’s ‘Give with Ikhlas’ platform, a new business set to launch in June 2020 to provide access to faith-based practices for Muslims around the world, as well as AirAsia’s #InThisTogether campaign to address the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic, which has raised over RM780,000 of its RM1 million goal to date via its online donation drive.
BTS, Lady Gaga and the Obamas to send off Class of 2020 in a global graduation ceremony

Dear class of 2020, YouTube has planned a star-studded line-up to give you the graduation celebration you deserve for all your hard work! From commencement speeches to musical performances, the digital graduation event will take place in June as part of YouTube Originals, and bring the likes of BTS, the Obamas, Alicia Keys, Malala Yousafzai and Zendaya to the podium to congratulate students worldwide for finishing their academic careers. Created in collaboration with Michelle Obama’s Reach Higher Initiative, the Born This Way Foundation, Malala Fund, the Today show on NBC and Ideas United, the event will be available to stream here on 6 June, no matter which time zone you’re in.
Machu Picchu to reopen with free admission

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Over in Peru, the government announced on Tuesday that it would reopen Machu Picchu together with 55 archaeological sites, as well as 22 reserves and national parks in the Amazon rainforest region, and allow free admission to some locals in a bid to kickstart its tourist industry. Sites have been closed since lockdown began for fear of archaeological thefts. The country is due to ease its lockdown restrictions later this month.
Field hospitals are shutting down around the world

Across Europe and the United States, field hospitals, makeshift medical centres built in anticipation of worst-case measures, are seeing diminished use and shutting down.

In Italy and Spain, these temporary facilities were crucial to relieving the strain on ERs as the virus escalated in March. Business Insider reported that a facility in Madrid treated more than 4,000 patients —accounting for 10% of the total infected population in the capital—and has since halved its capacity with the possibility of shutting down in weeks if infection rates hold. Meanwhile, Cremona, Italy saw its last patient discharged from Samaritan’s Purse field hospital over the weekend, as staff cheered and closed operation in the video above.
In the US, various facilities went barely used or unused—now currently kept on standby for possible second-wave of infections—to which public officials note is a good sign ‘as the disease was not nearly as cataclysmic as it might have been’.

WHO reports ‘potentially positive data’ in treatments

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The World Health Organisation announced on Tuesday that some treatments appear to be limiting the severity or length of COVID-19-caused illnesses and that it was focusing on learning more about four or five of the most promising ones. “We do have some treatments that seem to be in very early studies limiting the severity or the length of the illness but we do not have anything that can kill or stop the virus,” its spokeswoman Margaret Harris said in a briefing. Currently, more than 70 vaccine candidates are in development around the world, with at least five in preliminary testing in people.

Carbon emissions fall in India for the first time in four decades

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India’s CO2 emissions have plummeted for the first time in 40 years, and not just due to the country’s coronavirus lockdown. According to an analysis by the environmental website, Carbon Brief, decreasing electricity consumption and competition from renewables had already weakened the demand for fossil fuels even before the virus hit. The nationwide lockdown in March was the final push that brought the country’s 37-year emissions growth trend into reverse, resulting in a 15 per cent decrease in March and an increased 30 per cent for the month of April.
11-year-old letter writer sparks USPS appreciation effort

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Fifth-grader Emerson Weber ramped up her letter-writing during lockdown in the US, sharing her art, jokes and love for Taylor Swift with her pen-pals, including a thank-you note to her own mailman for making it all possible. Touched by her letter, her mailman Doug Scott and his supervisor wrote back and put her letter in the US Postal Service corporate newsletter, which sparked an outpour of appreciation packages from postal workers across the country, shared her dad on Twitter. Demonstrating the importance of human connection during the pandemic, Weber’s letter-writing campaign even reached Taylor Swift somewhere along the way, who sent a surprise hand-crafted package to show her admiration to the young fan for spreading positivity and kindness.

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The smart luxe guide to a #BossGirl wardrobe: Suit up
Tailored perfection

13.04.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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While our smart luxe shopping guide took the softer route with a sweet floral look last week, this time we are filling the wardrobe with classic boardroom-ready pieces:

Wear:

Every girl needs that one power suit in her wardrobe. This set of pant suit by Reiss will give you a strong,  polished look that radiates confidence. Rather than the usual black, go navy for a subtle wash of colour.

For a versatile getup that will take you from day to night with ease—save the oxford shirt for another day and put on a more casual top. After the clock strikes five, slip off the jacket and you’re ready to hit up your after-work plans in an instant.

Complement with:

If a matching pant suit feels a little too monotonous to you, these flattering slim cut pants by Sportmax Code are a great alternative. In the bag department, classic does it—sling on the Coach Turnlock Tote for the perfect nive-to-five companion.

Forgo the boring black pumps and add a playful element to your look with these picks. The Ted Baker pair will give your outfit an edge with its sleek gold zipper details, while Miss KG amps up the fun factor with tassles and a pop of colour.

A #BossGirl appropriate watch? This chronograph timepiece by Michael Kors seals the deal with its lovely rose gold finish and crystal trims. Elsewhere, keep accessorising simple but effective with these dazzling Swarovski studs.
Shop: Michael Kors Blair Watch and Swarovski Solitaire Pierced Earrings

Complete the look:

Trust the ultra-sharp precision of the Maybelline Hypersharp Power Black Liquid Liner to keep your wings on fleek. Lastly, top off the strong look with Estēe Lauder Pure Envy Color Matte Sculpting Lipstick in Stronger, a beautifully bold, deep crimson hue, and you are ready to take on the world.
Shop: Maybelline Hypersharp Power Black Liquid Liner (RM25.90) and Estēe Lauder Pure Envy Color Matte Sculpting Lipstick in Stronger (RM103)

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10 Unique festivals happening around the world this month that are worth the hype

01.08.2019
By Tammy Chan

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1. Feast of Winegrowers
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When: 18 July – 11 August
Where: Vevey, Switzerland
What makes the Winegrowers’ Festival (aka Fête des Vignerons) unique is that it is a celebration of winemaking traditions that’s held only ‘once in every generation’ (roughly every 20 years). Organised by the Brotherhood of Winegrowers since 1797, this festival is Switzerland’s first living tradition to be inscribed in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List.
The open-air arena for this year’s event will be the largest one ever constructed in a town centre and it is equipped with 20,000 seats, giant screens, a huge LED floor and five stages. Psst… the main stage is as big as an Olympic-sized swimming pool! This three-week event will see tourists and locals alike being treated to performances and activities that’ll last from morning to night.
2. Edinburgh Fringe Festival
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When: 2 – 26 August
Where: Edinburgh, Scotland
Established in 1947, this almost month-long event is dubbed the “most famous celebration of the arts and entertainment in the world” for a reason. Known also as ‘The Fringe’, this massive festival takes place all over the Scottish city every year in the month of August and it features a full programme of theatre, comedy, dance, circus, musicals, opera and exhibitions. In just 2018 alone, the programme included more than 3,500 events at over 300 venues!
3. International Beer Festival

When: 2 – 4 August
Where: Berlin, Germany
Did you know? More than 800,000 visitors from all over the world are expected to be celebrating this event in the heart of Berlin this month! Called “the longest beer garden in the world” thanks to its Guinness World Record status, this festival will take place on Karl-Marx-Allee, between Strausberger Platz and Frankfurter Tor for the 23rd time this year. So forget Oktoberfest, because this festival will showcase approximately 320 brewers from 86 countries who’ll present over 2,000 beer varieties on the 2.2km long street beer festival.
4. Waterbomb

When: 10, 15, 17 & 24 August
Where: Incheon, Daejeon, Daegu & Gwangju, South Korea
Nothing screams summer more than a water dance music festival. Think blasting water cannons, international DJs and heart-pumping performances, this is the place to be if you’re a big K-pop fan. Plus, it’s also a great way to escape the country’s summer heat!
5. Obon Festival

When: 13 – 15 August
Where: Japan
Bon Festival, also known as obon, is an annual holiday in Japan where locals who are Buddhist get to commemorate and honour their deceased ancestors. The religion believes that each year during obon, the ancestor’s spirits would return to this world in order to visit their relatives. The festival plays a huge part in Japanese Culture, hence why it is celebrated throughout the country.
Legend has it that in order to guide the spirits of the dead back to their homes, family members would hang lanterns in front of their houses and make offerings at the household altar. The lanterns are then released into the nearest body of water at the end of the festival so that the spirits can return to their spirit world. It might sound like a personal event that’s only meant for locals, but rest assured that it’s an occasion many tourists visit Japan for too.
6. Sziget Festival

When: 7 – 13 August
Where: Hajógyári Island, Budapest, Hungary
Pronounced Zi-get and nicknamed “the island of freedom”, this is one of the largest multi-genre music and cultural festivals in Europe (some even say it beats Coachella). Born out of the collapse of the Soviet Union, the festival has been a hit since 1993 and it guarantees that attendees will be transported into another universe once they walk past the main gates.
People might purchase tickets for this festival because of the solid line-up it has every year (headliners for 2019 are Foo Fighters, Ed Sheeran, Florence and the Machine, Post Malone, Macklemore, 21 Pilots and the 1975!), but most stay throughout the weekend because there’s so much more to do besides dancing to music. And if last year’s event was any example, guests will be spoilt for choice in terms of activities (for example: bungee jumping, climate change workshops, yoga sessions and ceramics studio)!
7. Mysteryland

When: 23 – 25 August
Where: Haarlemmermeer, Netherlands
A first of its kind in its country, this music festival held in the outskirts of Amsterdam is meant to present solely electronic music. The line-up for this year includes artists such as Alison Wonderland, Ben Sims, Claptone, D-Block & S-Te-Fan, Dillon Francis, DJ Rush, Erick Morillo, Friction, Groove Armada, GTA Headhunterz, Jonas Blue and Nicky Romero. The list goes on with more than 300 names that will be performing live on 17 stages set on fire. Another reason why it’s a summer hit? It’s camper-friendly! From luxury lodges to tiny houses, group tents to festival caravans, there’s plenty of lodging options for anyone attending.
8. Notting Hill Carnival

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When: 25 – 26 August
Where: London, United Kingdom
Want to watch the streets of West London come alive? Here’s when you need to go.
A yearly celebration of London’s Caribbean communities, this carnival which takes place over the course of two days, usually features parades, live music, yummy Caribbean street food and performers who are dressed to the nines. Not only is it fun, it’s a great way to learn about the history of Caribbean traditions and their culture.
9. Burning Man
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When: 25 August – 2 September
Where: Black Rock Desert, Nevada, United States
Known to the world as a cultural phenomenon, this gathering (or community as they call it) is an eight-days long event in the desert that runs on the 10 lofty principles: Radical Inclusion, Gifting, Decommodification, Radical Self-reliance, Radical Self-expression, Communal Effort, Civic Responsibility, Leaving No Trace, Participation, and Immediacy. Besides that, a theme is set each year for attendees to follow; this year, it’s ‘Metamorphoses’.
For over two decades, Burningman has always been set in a temporary city that’s constructed from scratch by the attendees and will usually include crazy costumes, art installations, musical performances and lots of partying. It is made into a playground for guests to test their boundaries, celebrate self-expression, experience personal transformation, participate in communal bonding and cultural renewal. In 2017, close to 70,000 people attended the event and the number is reported to increase to about 100,000 this year.
10. La Tomatina

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When: 28 August
Where: Buñol, Valencia, Spain
Ready to take your love for tomatoes to a new level?
Every year at the end of August, over 40,000 people would visit the small town in hopes of throwing overripe tomatoes at each other in this state-sanctioned one-hour food fight. We’re not kidding. This beautiful mayhem is an actual festival that has been around since 1945! One thing to note: the tomato battle begins precisely at 11am so if you ever plan to visit, be sure to reach early so that you can find a good spot in the town centre of Plaza del Pueblo.

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All the celebrity couples spotted at SS19 Fashion Month

05.10.2018
By Joan Kong

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It’s not a fashion show without some star power, but the SS19 Fashion Month might just be the most star-studded one yet. Among the (never-ending) list of Hollywood A-listers and top Asian celebrities, were a number of lovebirds who made their fashion show appearances their date night. Spot newly engaged Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas at Ralph Lauren‘s 50th anniversary show, and his brother Joe Jonas—who proposed to Sophie Turner three months earlier—in the City of Love for Louis Vuitton, and newlyweds Chiara Ferragni and Fedez—also known as #TheFerragnez at the Fendi and Versace events in Milan. Our very own Scha Alyahya and Awal Ashaari also had their first New York Fashion Week experience together, attending the Michael Kors show—even meeting the designer himself. Bollywood superstars Sonam Kapoor and Anand Ahuja were present at Giorgio Armani’s OTT Emporio Armani show—read all about it if you haven’t already.

Below, all the lovebirds who had a date night at fashion week:
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Food + Drink
Cloud Bread: What is it and how to make your own—with only three ingredients

06.08.2020
By Ronn Tan

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Food trends might come and go—as seen with cereal pancakes and Dalgona coffee—but they always leave their respective legacies. The past few months have been unprecedented amid Covid-19 concerns and lockdowns; giving birth to increases in bread-baking and experimentations with food at home.

Like most food trends of the zeitgeist, the Cloud Bread’s popularity is facilitated by TikTok. Described as a healthier alternative to normal bread, Cloud Bread—made primarily of egg whites—tends to be lower in calories. Cloud Bread is fluffy and soft as well as resembles a cookie.

Similar to many other popular TikTok recipes, Cloud Bread (which currently has more than 1.1 billion views on TikTok) is really easy to make and you only need three ingredients. They are egg whites, cornstarch, and sugar. Yes, you don’t even have to knead!
One of the most-viewed Cloud Bread videos on the platform now has more than 20 million views and belongs to Abigail Hwang-Nable. Although she did not start the trend, her video played a major part in Cloud Bread’s rise to doughy fame.

What’s really fun about the Cloud Bread is that you can go crazy with your own concoction, adding colours and toppings. Here’s a suggestion: why not try making a Merdeka-inspired Cloud Bread?

So, how do you bake your own beautiful slice of Cloud Bread haven? Here’s a really simple recipe for you to try. Begin by separating three egg whites and whipping them up in a bowl. After that, proceed to add 10 grammes of cornstarch and 30 grammes of sugar in that same bowl. Make sure that you only do this after the mixture becomes frothy.

When your mixture is adequately thick, you can now put on a piece of baking paper before placing in an oven at about 150º Celsius. As for the shape of the baking sheet, choose one that you prefer. In less than 30 minutes, you will have your Cloud Bread!

The Cloud Bread trend is certainly fun. Depending on your creation, Cloud Breads can be really Instagrammable too. Apt for the moment, it’s something that will be here for awhile before giving way to fresher and newer trends. Go on and give the Cloud Bread recipe a go!
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Best dressed men of the week: Zac Efron, Harry Styles, Mino of Winner and more

02.04.2019
By Joan Kong

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Male celebrities are often spotted in pantsuits, but when it comes to standing out, only a handful can be credited for constantly pushing the boundaries. One of them? Harry Styles. Gucci’s tailoring campaign aside, the singer is often spotted in tailored co-ords that warrant a double take, and his recent appearance at the 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony proved just that. The 25-year-old rocked the stage in a blue velvet double-breasted suit with flared trousers that exude that hint of cool androgyny. Also worth noting, is Chadwick Boseman, who took home the Outstanding Actor in Motion Picture prize at the 50th NAACP Image Awards in a custom-made Atelier Versace look that is befitting of his royal status in the Black Panther film.
Mino of K-pop group Winner and Taiwanese singer Jam Hsiao also impressed us with their casual-cool ensembles—both stars were spotted in denim the past week. The former recently attended the Prada Mode event in Hong Kong in a blazer-and-jeans combo, complete with a printed turtleneck that sealed the stylish get-up. On the other side of the world (in Milan, to be specific), the latter was spotted in a full denim outfit. Instead of going matchy-matchy, the singer layered a plain long outerwear under the marble-washed denim jacket, which helps break off the rugged look and tune up the style interest.

Scroll for our best dressed picks this week:
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Film, TV + Theatre
Buro TV Guide: 8 Shows you should watch this month

07.10.2019
By Zoe Yang

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14 Thrilling new TV shows and films to stream in July 2023

Living Undocumented
Premiere date: 2 October 2019 on Netflix

Hollywood singer and actress Selena Gomez serves as the executive producer of this docu-series, shedding light on the stories of eight undocumented immigrant families that come from different countries living in America today. In a Time’s op-ed, Selena Gomez shared that the topic of immigration is undeniably controversial but “immigration goes beyond politics and headlines. It is a human issue, affecting real people, dismantling real lives. How we deal with it speaks to our humanity, our empathy, our compassion.”

Peaky Blinders (Season 5)
Premiere date: 4 October 2019 on Netflix
Starring: Cillian Murphy, Sam Claffin, Helen McCrory, Paul Anderson and Anna-Taylor Joy

One of United Kingdom’s best TV shows is back this season with leader of the Shelby clan, Thomas Shelby (played by Cillian Murphy) finally becoming a Member of Parliament with the intention to transform the family’s criminal gangster company into a “legal” business. His new-found political and social power comes with bigger threats, attracting more powerful enemies. The new season also revolves around challenges that the Shelby family will face during the 1929 stock market crash. Not only that, two new characters, actress Anna-Taylor Joy from Split (2016) and actor Sam Claffin from Me Before You (2016) will be joining this season as well.
While the show is a crime drama filled with suspense, there are also hints of cheeky sarcasm, which made fans enjoy the show even more. This is not a series to miss if you like smart, witty lines! You can binge-watch the previous four seasons on Netflix.

Mr. Robot (Season 4)
Premiere date: 6 October 2019 on Amazon Prime Video
Starring: Rami Malek and Christian Slater

As the show returns for its fourth and final season, Elliot (played by Rami Malek) and Mr. Robot (played by Christian Slater) will reconcile and have a closer relationship after the end of Season 3. This season follows Elliot in his attempt to defeat the villain, Whiterose, who is planning a mysterious project that could bring damage to the world. In an interview with ET, Rami Malek expresses his heartfelt gratitude to his fans for supporting the show. “It’s a tremendously emotional experience. It has been since we began shooting this fourth season, and I know that it will be at the end of this night. It’s a moment in my life that is profound and prolific.” he says.

Celebrity X Factor UK (Season 16)
Judges: Simon Cowell, Nicole Scherzinger and Louis Walsh
Premiere date: 13 October at 7.55pm on Blue Ant Entertainment (Unifi TV – Ch 473)

X Factor UK will be taking a different approach this season—instead of the show’s usual particpants, this time, celebrities  will be participating the competition as contestants. The line-up includes Kevin McHale (Glee TV series), Gemma Collins, Ricki Lake, Olivia Olson, The Islanders, and more. The show will be hosted by Dermot O’Leary.

Junior Bake Off (Season 4)
Premiere date: 16 October 2019 on BBC Player and UnifiTV Ch 512
Hosts and Judges: Sam Nixon and Mark Rhodes // Allegra McEvedy and Nadiya Hussain

Despite the embarrassment we feel when we see people younger than us, who could bake (or cook) magificently, it’s also nice to see ambitious and fiery kids showcase their talents on screen. What more, to see them persevere through challenging times to win the competition.

Paranormal Survivor (Season 5)
Premiere date: 17 October at 9.55pm on Blue Ant Extreme (Unifi TV – Ch 474)

Not for the faint-hearted! This Halloween month brings with it some serious spooky vibes. The new season will feature survivors who have experienced paranormal activities, haunted locations and supernatural events.

Living With Yourself (Season 1)
Premiere date: 18 October 2019 on Netflix
Starring: Paul Rudd and Paul Rudd (Watch the trailer to find out why!)

Have you ever thought of becoming a better person? What if, you wake up one day and meet an improved version of yourself face-to-face? This is, literally, what happens in Living With Yourself, a dark comedy series with eight episodes. Miles (played by Paul Rudd) is shocked and confused to see his own doppelgänger after a “life-changing” spa treatment. Watch how the storyline plays out as it gets darker and serious, dealing with his own upgraded replacement.

Big Animal Surgery
Premiere date: 23 October 2019 on BBC Player and UnifiTV Ch 501

See how the best wildlife vets from around the world operate life-or-death treatments on some of the largest animals on Earth. The tension gets higher when these surgeons have to race against time to save the animals. Do give this show a try if you’re into nail-biting moments and want to learn more about wildlife.

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All the details on upcoming drama ‘Was It Love?’—starring Song Ji-Hyo

08.07.2020
By Ronn Tan

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From the massive list of Korean dramas that were released in 2020 so far, successful and popular ones include the likes of Crash Landing On You, Itaewon Class, The World Of The Married, It’s Okay To Not Be Okay, and The King: Eternal Monarch. This year also saw the release of programmes such as Kingdom 2, Extracurricular, and Into The Ring.

Get ready for Was It Love?—a new drama starring the one and only Song Ji-Hyo. This will be her first television project since 2018’s Lovely Horribly. Since joining the cast of Running Man in 2010, her popularity has risen tremendously; making her one of the most recognisable figures in the entertainment industry. Fun fact: 11 July 2020 marks 10 years since Running Man first aired.

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Was It Love? consists of 16 episodes and is directed by Kim Do-Hyung. Written by Lee Seung-Jin, the show will be taking over the slot previously occupied by Mystic Pop-up Bar. It will be available on both JTBC and Netflix.

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Song Ji-Hyo will play Noh Ae-Jung, a movie producer and single mum who has been single for 14 years. The four male characters will be played Son Ho-Jun as Oh Dae-Oh (a best-selling author and her ex-boyfriend), Song Jong-Ho as Ryu Jin (an A-list actor), Koo Ja-Sung as Oh Yeon-Woo (a physical education teacher), and Kim Min-Joon as Goo Pa-Do (a former gangster who’s now a CEO). Also part of the cast is Kim Da-Som from girl group Sistar. She will be starring as an A-list actress.

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Described as a romantic comedy, Was It Love? revolves around Noh Ae-Jung and the four men who entered her life just as she was about to give up on romance. She will be embarking on a whole new chapter of her love life. Who will Ae-Jung pick out of the four men?

Kim Min-Joon (Photo by JTBC)
According to writer Lee Seung-Jin, “we live in a generation where we give up on love and dreams. Love and dreams have at some point become a luxury, as we live a heartless reality everyday.” She mentioned that she decided to create the drama with the intention of extending “this luxury to someone for just one hour, twice a week.” She concluded by saying: “I truly hope this drama’s mere existence will allow someone who has had a bad day to feel better.”

Song Jong-Ho (Photo by JTBC)
Although things might get complicated for Song Ji-Hyo in the drama, Was It Love? seems like it’ll be a fun show to watch—involving the core themes of love and determination. Was It Love? premieres on 8 July 2020 with new episodes every Wednesday and Thursday at 8.30pm.
For more Korean dramas to watch, click here.

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Wings of a dream: Hermès Cape Cod Zebra Pegasus
Poetry meets Swiss expertise

04.12.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Hermès’ Cape Cod Zebra Pegasus is a timepiece that seems to be conjured straight out of a fantasy book. The dial combines two ancient arts, engraving and Grand Feu enamelling, both of which is found through the miniature painting of the zebra and the cloisonné technique featured on the wings. The Cape Cod Zebra Pegasus comes in four exquisite varieties, each toying with different hues and featuring a motif from an Hermès silk scarf designed by Alice Shirley.

The process behind this watch begins with a 22-carat gold plate crafted into three different layers to create the depth effect between the zebra and its wings. Next, meticulous engraving is done by the graver to reveal the details of the feathers on the wings, later on enamelled using the cloisonné technique—tiny gold wires are placed to mark out the contours of the areas where translucent enamel will be applied in refined touches. The zebra motif is carried out through miniature enamelling, with a brush dancing across the dial with opaque glass powder. The subtle beauty of this enamel, along with the myriad of colours from the light, perspective, and depth effect are revealed after multiple successive firings at more than 800°C.

The engraved and enamelled work of art is cased in a 750 white gold case, while a Manufacture Hermès H 1837 movement breathes vibrant mechanical life to these four unique models.

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17.07.2020
By Calleigh Yap

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Looking to get your hair looking its best? You might want to start with what you’re putting on it. Shampoos and conditioners can make or break your hair quality, which is why it’s so important to use the right ones for your hair type.
Here, we cover all of the different hair problems you may have encountered, and give you two simple solutions to fix them—a new shampoo and conditioner for you to try.

For tamer hair

Try: Grown Alchemist Anti-Frizz Shampoo and Anti-Frizz Conditioner

Trouble taming the flyaways? These products might just be what you’re looking for. Ginger CO2 Gingerols, Shorea Robusta and Methylglyoxal-Manuka Extract work to smooth the hair cuticle, condition the shaft and scalp and make your hair all-around easier to manage and style. Plus, Baobab protein increases your hair’s resistance to chemical, UV and heat stress so that it’s less likely to succumb to further damage and frizz.

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Buro 24/7 Malaysia Playlist #56: Into the blues

05.10.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Blues is a genre with a long history, having originated around the end of the 19th century, and it is a genre that spawned and influenced many others. You know what they say – the blues gave birth to rock ‘n’ roll. But perhaps Tom Waits said it best: “The blues is like a planet. It’s an enormous topic. You can’t ignore the impact that it has had and continues to have on the whole musical culture. It’s a tree that everyone is swinging from. It’s indelible and indispensable.”

Here, we curated a playlist dedicated to some of blues’ biggest names. Let the likes of B.B. King, Buddy Guy, and Muddy Waters ring in your weekend:

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Honour the cream of the crop with Robb Report
Best of the Best

01.10.2015
By Su Fen Tan

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Best of the Best is the connoisseur’s guide to the most outstanding products and services in the world of luxury, including superlative wines, exquisite jewellery, and the finest hotels. From Burberry to Lamborghini, each nominee in the 15 categories has been carefully handpicked by Robb Report’s panel of experts. Honour luxury’s finest with the Best of the Best poll and select your favourites in each category, giving them the digital stamp of approval they deserve.

Click here to vote now and stand a chance to win an unforgettable two-night stay at Fairmont Sanur Beach in Bali*. Set amidst four hectares of lush tropical gardens, this all-suite-and-villa luxury resort is a sanctuary that promises to revitalise and rejuvenate in style.

*Open to regional voters. Terms and conditions apply.

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Everything you need to know about the 2018 Winter Olympics
Hello, PyeongChang

22.01.2018
By Rachel Au

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1. When: 9 – 25 February 2018
However, the first competition will be held on 8 February. The Games will continue on with the Winter Paralympics from 9 till 18 March.

2. Where: Pyeongchang, South Korea
Pyeongchang is about 126km away from Seoul. Fun fact: This will be South Korea’s second time to host the Olympic Games. They first hosted the Summer Olympics in 1988.

3. The venues for the Games are: Alpensia Sports Park, Bokwang Phoenix Park, Jeongseon Alpine Centre, the Gangneung Olympic Park, and Kwandong Hockey Centre

4. The opening ceremony will take place on 9 Feb at 8pm (7pm in Malaysian time) in the PyeongChang Olympic Stadium. The theme for the two-hour event will be peace.

5. The closing ceremony—on 25 Feb at 8pm (7pm in Malaysian time)—will also be held at the PyeongChang Olympic Stadium. The theme will be perseverance and it is during this event when the Olympic flag will be passed on to the mayor of the next host city—Beijing.

6. North and South Korea will be marching together under the Korean Unification Flag at the Opening Ceremony. In addition, though to the protest of many in the South—there will be a single united Korean team for the women’s ice hockey event with at least three North Korean members.

7. Total number of events: 102
It’s the first Winter Olympics to exceed 100 medal events.

8. This includes six new events: snowboard big air (men’s and women’s), speed skating mass start (men’s and women’s), curling mixed doubles and the Alpine team event.

9. Total number of nations participating: 92 (and Malaysia is one of them)

10. On the other hand, the Russian Olympic Committee has been suspended due to the Russian doping controversy. Hence, individual “clean” athletes who qualified will compete as “Olympic Athletes from Russia” under a neutral flag and with the Olympic anthem played in any ceremony.

11. Fun fact: The (roofless) PyeongChang Olympic Stadium cost around 116 billion Korean won (approximately RM416 million) to build—and will only be used four times before it is torn down.

12. Mascot: A white tiger named Soohorang. The animal is often a symbol of trust, strength and protection in Korean folklore. If you notice a black bear (named Bandabi), he’s the mascot for the Paralympics.

13. Theme song: “Louder” by Korean singer Taeyang

14. Slogan: “Passion. Connected”

15. You can find the full schedule for the Games here.

16. Get tickets here.

17. Malaysia will finally be making its debut at the Winter Olympics 2018, represented by figure skater Julian Yee and alpine skier Jeffrey Webb.

For more info, visit https://www.pyeongchang2018.com/en.

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Raya 2021: The best celebrity and KOL looks this year

14.05.2021
By Joan Kong

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Selamat Hari Raya, or should we say Happy Cov-Eid 2.0? With the rise in Covid-19 cases and the implementation of MCO, Raya celebrations—like the previous year—continue to be a subdued affair. That said, our local celebrities and KOLs are not letting the lockdown dampen their style, as they turn up the festive feel in their eye-catching ensembles.
Check out the It-list’s baju Raya this year:
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Fazura & Fattah Amin

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Awal Ashaari & Scha Alyahya

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Jovian Mandagie & Nina Ismail Sabri

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Jasmine Suraya

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Siti Saleha

Marion Caunter

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Daiyan Trisha

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Yaya Zahir

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Ung Yiu Lin

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Rizman Ruzaini & Nurida Suraya

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#FlashbackFriday: 5 Most talked about moments at KLFW 2018

17.08.2018
By Joan Kong

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The reign of Queen Bey: 7 of her greatest moments
The one and only

03.09.2015
By Buro247

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Skyrocketing career aside, this multi-award winning singer/song-writer, dancer, actress, philanthropist, mother and feminist has not only topped Time magazine’s ‘100 Most Influential People’ list and been voted as one of Forbes’ most powerful women, but has also landed the cover of Vogue’s September issue this year. To celebrate 34 years of Beyoncé’s fabulous existence, we’ve selected 7 of her very best #QueenBey moments:

#7: Dreamgirls
Despite having already acted in several movies including Austin Powers in Goldmember and The Pink Panther movie, Beyoncé made her presence in the film industry far more prominent with her portrayal of Deena Jones in the musical drama film Dreamgirls.

#6: Presidential inaugural ball 2009
To mark a page in American history, Beyoncé sang for President Obama and his wife’s first dance, serenading everyone with a heart-stirring rendition of Etta James’ “At Last”.

#5: Met Gala 2015
At this year’s Met Gala, themed ‘China: Through the Looking Glass’, Beyoncé flaunted her curves in a sheer embellished gown by Givenchy. With a high pony-tail and a bucket full of flair, Queen Bey stole the spotlight from other celebrities who attempted to don the ‘sheer’ look.

 #4: Pregnancy announcement at the 2011 VMAs
To end her incredible performance of “Love on top”, Beyoncé stunned us all by unbuttoning her blazer to reveal her baby bump

#3: National Anthem at SuperBowl 2013 press conference
Beyoncé came clean and admitted that due to a lack of rehearsal time, she lip-synced the national anthem at President Obama’s inauguration day. Following this, she left all the reporters speechless by performing the anthem on the spot before asking with a cheeky smile “any questions?”.

 #2: The release of her fifth album
On 13 December 2013, Beyoncé treated her fans to an early Christmas present by releasing her surprise self-titled visual album comprising of 14 tracks and short films, including singles “Drunk in love” and “Flawless”.

#1: VMAs 2009
Although Beyoncé was awarded ‘Video of the Year’ for her ground-breaking music video “Single Ladies (Put a ring on it)”, she graciously gave Taylor Swift the spotlight during her acceptance speech following the infamous Kanye incident.

And of course who can ever forget when Beyoncé reminded everyone that she is truly irreplaceable with her live performance of her award-winning video.

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Apple wants you to know how it’s saving the Earth
Green goals

22.04.2017
By Rachel Au

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Happy Earth Day! How are you going on trying to live a sustainable and eco-friendly life (are you saying ‘No’ to plastic bags and straws and using reusable items instead)? Apple Inc. seems to be well on its way to leading a fine green example with the recent release of an animated video campaign and its 2017 Environmental Responsibility Report that details the company’s ongoing and future initiatives. Their three key priorities for human health and the planet: addressing climate change, conserving precious resources and ensuring safer materials.
“Our commitment to fighting climate change, using greener materials and conserving precious resources is at the heart of who we are, and we are always looking for ways to inspire others to join us in leaving the world better than we found it. We think asking crazy questions leads to the innovation behind some of our most significant efforts, and we are proud of the real work being done by real Apple employees on a daily basis to minimise our impact on the planet.” — Lisa Jackson, Apple’s vice president of Environment, Policy and Social Initiatives.
Here are some of the most interesting points from the report:
1. Every time you send an iMessage or ask Siri a question, it’s being powered by renewable energy. Since 2016, Apple’s data centres are 100 per cent powered by energy sources like solar, hydro and wind. On a worldwide scale, 96 per cent of Apple’s facilities uses renewable energy.

2. Apple is encouraging its suppliers to do the same and seven have promised to power their Apple manufacturing with renewable energy by the end of 2018.

3. When it comes to its packaging, 99 per cent of it uses recycled and sustainably sourced paper. The iPhone 7 boxes, for example, comes from responsibly managed paper, bamboo and waste sugarcane.

4. One of Apple’s goals is to move towards a closed-loop supply chain, which means it hopes to one day build products using only recycled materials. At the moment, the company melts down some of the iPhone 6’s aluminium to make Mac mini computers, and they’ve also tweaked the iPhone 7’s chemical formula to reduce the number of non recyclable components by 27 per cent.

5. Give Liam, Apple’s iPhone-disassembling robot, more work! The company is expanding its existing recycling programs and encourages all to take part in Apple Renew, which accepts almost every Apple-branded products from the Macbook to the iPod.

You can read the full report here or watch the four informational videos — they’re way cuter with illustrations drawn/animated by artist James Blagden — for a brief explanation on the different measures Apple is using to reduce its impact on the environment. Some of the questions answered include ‘Can we produce zero waste?‘ and ‘Why does Apple make its own sweat?‘ Note that the voiceovers are unscripted interviews with real people at Apple who are tackling these serious environment challenges.

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This weekend: ‘The Art and Science of Gems’ by Van Cleef & Arpels opens at ArtScience Museum
Of precious gems and artful bling

18.04.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Discover the artistic skills that come into motion in the creation of fine jewellery at ‘Van Cleef & Arpels: The Art and Science of Gems’. Running from 23 April to 14 August 2016, the exhibition is a fascinating and educational blend of art, craft, history and geoscience. It will feature over 400 pieces of jewellery, each carefully selected from the Van Cleef & Arpels Collection and those of private collectors, reflecting the sophistication and elegance as well as unique expertise of the Maison.

At the Minerals and Gems section, one will find important natural treasures and scientific artifacts from the world-renowned Minerals and Gems Collection of the French national Museum of Natural History in Paris. You will definitely be in for a dazzling display, ranging from the oldest meteorites and diamonds, to more recent gems, including the largest quartz crystal ever found in the Alps that weighs more than 800 kilograms.

The largest exhibition the Maison has even done, let them bring you on a visual and in-depth journey at ‘Van Cleef & Arpels: The Art and Science of Gems’, and delve into the origins of minerals and their extraordinary transformation through stunning craftsmanship into works of art. Here are some of the highlights of the exhibition:
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‘Van Cleef & Arpels: The Art and Science of Gems’ will run from 23 April to 14 August 2016 at the ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore.
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Then and now: What makes the Chanel 11.12 bag so iconic?

28.05.2021
By Joan Kong

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Characterised by the double-C clasp, the Chanel 11.12—more commonly known as the Classic Flap bag—has been well-loved ever since Karl Lagerfeld introduced it in the early ‘80s. Fast forward 40 years later, the carrier now takes the throne as one of the most sought-after bags across the globe. And while the brand experiments with different materials and colours each season, one thing that has remained the same is its silhouette.
To celebrate one of fashion’s most iconic bags, below, we delve into the world of 11.12 and explore the “secrets” behind the bag’s popularity:
1. The 11.12 originates from the 2.55 bag
The 11.12 may be Chanel’s most emblematic bag, but its design is actually inspired by its predecessor—the 2.55. Introduced in 1955 by Gabrielle Chanel, the arm candy was created when she realised the need for a handbag that’s both functional yet fashionable.
Mademoiselle Chanel’s decision to craft the bag using lambskin, jersey, and silk—which was deemed unusual and innovative at that time—sets her apart from the typical leather craftsmen. The interior of the 2.55 was made in red grosgrain, and the design is complete with a rectangular clasp, gold chain, and other metallic adornments—reminiscent of her costume jewellery. It wasn’t long before actresses such as Brigitte Bardot, Jeanne Moreau, and Catherine Deneuve snapped them up.

2. Quilting
The diamond-shaped quilting is one of the Maison’s most recognisable details. As seen on the 2.55, the overstitched quilting was introduced as Gabrielle Chanel wanted an authentic design that’s stylish yet stood the test of time. She translated her love for the equestrian world and took cues from the quilted jackets of the stable lads, as well as the horse’s quilted saddle blankets.
3. Leather
Lambskin and calfskin are the two materials that are used to create Chanel’s bags. Gabrielle Chanel revolutionised the industry when she opted for lambskin—traditionally used for gloves and deemed too delicate for handbags—to create the 2.55. Years later, the design is also available in calfskin, and fans of the brand can take their pick between the smooth leather or the caviar grain which gives the bag a pebbled finish.
4. Chain strap
A Chanel bag is never complete without the emblematic strap that features a metal chain interlaced with a black leather ribbon, and the idea of it stemmed from Gabrielle Chanel’s desire for a hands-free bag. “Tired of holding my bags in my hands and losing them, I added a strap and wore them over my shoulder,” she said. The style also enabled her favourite hands-in-the-pocket pose.

5. Carrying
With the introduction of the chain strap, the bag can now be worn in multiple ways. Whether it’s under the arm, held in the hand, worn on the wrist, or slung across the body, the chain allows you to carry it with a single or double chain. The vibe? Nonchalant yet elegant.

6. Pockets
Each 11.12 bag comes with exactly seven pockets, and this is not just a coincidence. Aside from the one in the back that’s shaped like “Mona Lisa’s smile” as nicknamed by the ateliers, there are six other internal pockets that are made for you to store your cards, phone, documents, makeup, and more. Mademoiselle Chanel once said, “if you’re sad, add more lipstick and attack”, and with a special compartment created fo just that, we’re ready for any battles that come our way.
7. Points de bride
The “points de bride” (“bar tack” in English) technique is used to achieve the bag-in-bag design, which gives it a more solid finish. With one mounted to construct the interior and the other for the exterior, two handbags are sewn together and swivelled back into place to become a single piece.

8. Double-C clasp
The biggest difference between the 11.12 and the 2.55 bags? The clasp. The former features a Chanel monogram clasp that’s screwed onto the interior of the flap. Introduced along with the bag, the hardware has been a signature of the Maison since the ‘80s.

9. Double-flap
Aside from the double-C clasp, the Chanel 11.12 also comes with a double flap in diamond-shaped quilting. The first flap opens and closes the bag while the second one protects the privacy of the bag’s contents.
10. “Piqué-retourné”
“Piqué-retourné” refers to the procedure in which the artisans invert the bag after turning them inside out at the start. The process is similar to the creation of the brand’s ready-to-wear pieces.
11. Lining
With an aim to make a practical bag for herself and other women, Gabrielle Chanel opted to line her bags in a bright contrasting hue that would enable wearers to find their personal belongings easily. Throughout the decades, the colour has evolved from raspberry red into burgundy.
12. Iconic
When the late Karl Lagerfeld took over the brand in the 80s, he identified the eternal allure of the 2.55 by introducing the 11.12. Now, as the French fashion house is under the helm of Virginie Viard, the designer has also continued both of her predecessor’s legacies by incorporating them into her collections.
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The trendiest Korean men’s hairstyles of 2020, as seen on Park Seo-joon, Lee Dong Wook and more

12.11.2020
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Short hair don’t care
Earlier this year, Park Seo-joon made headlines after flaunting his short ‘do in Itaewon Class. Termed the ‘chestnut hair‘, it seems to be the shortest hairstyle he has rocked, and dare we say that he pulled it off easily.
Perfect for those who are a little more adventurous than the rest, shorter hairstyles—ranging from Caesar undercuts to crew cuts (as seen on Yoo Ah In in Chicago Typewriter)—are favoured for good reason: 1) It’s low maintenance, 2) minimal styling is required, and 3) you don’t even need a hair dryer! While Lee Seung Gi’s subtle V-shaped crop may not be for the faint-hearted, Park Bo Gum’s hairstyle in Record of Youth is the perfect example of a timeless do.
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Bringing back curtain bangs
Curtain bangs are taking centre stage (pun unintended) this season. While the 5:5 part (middle part in short and long variations) has proven to be a classic look, the 3:7 part seems to be a firm favourite as well this season. Exo’s Sehun and former Monsta X member Wonho have sported the former recently, while actors Lee Dong Wook and Lim Ju Hwan’s tousled ‘dos are giving us lessons on the importance of volume.
Exo’s Sehun

Wonho

Lee Dong Wook

Lim Ju Hwan

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The bowl cut gets choppy
We’ve seen the bowl cut transition to the two-block cut (undercuts with a longer top) previously, but this quintessential hairdo has been reinterpreted once again with shaggy layers and longer tops. When we say long, we mean that the ends practically conceal the brows and may just poke into the peepers—think of it as thick bangs, but with an edgier crop. Kim Soo Hyun’s shorter cut in It’s Okay to Not Be Okay is our favourite, while Lee Jae Wook, Ong Seong Wu and NCT and Super M’s Lucas have donned longer face-framing styles.
Kim Soo Hyun

Lee Jae Wook

NCT and Super M’s Lucas

Ong Seong Wu

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The longer, the better
Whether the quarantine mane or the comeback of the mullet, medium-length hairstyles have been on our radar most recently and Korean stars are all for it. Woo Do Hwan and BTS’s Jungkook showed off their 5:5 parts—albeit with longer ends—effortlessly, while Ji Chang Wook’s mullet for his role in Backstreet Rookie is proof that party-at-the-back ‘dos are here to stay. A noteworthy mention is Ryu Jun Yeol’s dedication in growing out his hair for an upcoming movie role.
BTS’s Jungkook

Ji Chang Wook

Woo Do Hwan

Ryu Jun Yeol

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Podcasts on personal finance that won’t put you to sleep

09.01.2019
By Su Fen Tan

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At least that’s the goal, anyway. I’m not really one for resolutions, but one of the things I’ve been putting off for too long now (story of my life) is learning how to better manage my finances. Sure, I try to save a fixed amount of money each month, but that’s it—what I do (barely) manage to save is just… sitting there. At the rate I’m going, it looks like financial indepence will remain a distant dream for quite some time.
So I went scouring the net for interesting podcasts on personal finance—let’s face it: it’s not the most exciting subject—to help me get money smart, and here’s a list to show for it. Whether you’re a finance newbie or seasoned investor, there is probably a thing or two to be learned from these podcasts that will help you get your money in order:

The Stacking Benjamins Show
Listen to this for… informative and entertaining exchanges on personal finance between Joe Saul-Sehy and OG (“The Other Guy”) at the card table in Joe’s mum’s half-finished basement. Fast-paced and easy to listen to, the show pans out in a magazine-style format, covering headlines, a main story and listener questions every episode.
Start with… You Can Be A Badass in 2019. In this episode, guest Jen Sincero teaches us how to kick off the new year by bringing out the best in ourselves and our wallet.

Planet Money
Listen to this for… easy access to the economy through interesting stories. So Planet Money is not so much on personal finance as it is on the economy, but it sure is a fun way to learn about the bigger picture, which in turn may just help boost your own financial power.
Start with… #539: What’s A Penny Worth? Believe it or not, you can actually come across something that costs just 2 cents in Manhattan. Maybe you’ll think twice before you brush off a penny on the sidewalk the next time.

We Study Billionaires
Listen to this if… you’re looking to get into investing. The hosts deep-dive into the minds and practices of top investors like Warren Buffett and Ray Dalio so you come away with insightful tips for your stock market ventures.
Start with… Tip 001: Warrant Buffett Investing Basics. What better way to get acquainted with the subject than getting behind the investing approach of one of the most successful investors of all time?

Ringgit and Sense
Listen to this for… a local take on personal finance. BFM’s Ringgit and Sense covers a wide spectrum of finance topics, discussing everything from personal risk profiles and personal finance products to retirement planning with personalities from the local finance and business sectors.
Start with… Investing In Gold. Thinking about diversifying your financial portfolio by investing in gold? Is it possible to go wrong with gold? Robert Foo of MyFP Services sheds light on the benefits and drawbacks.

ChooseFI
Listen to this for… actionable tips on how to speed up the process of reaching financial independence, especially if you are set on joining the FIRE (financial independence, retire early) movement.
Start with… #70: Your Money Or Your Life. This episode’s guest is author and FI pioneer Vicki Robin, who discusses the very real issue of overconsumption and shares what contributes to successful financial independence.

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Buro 24/7 Malaysia Playlist #15: 2005

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Buro 24/7 Malaysia Playlist #15: 2005
Nostalgic contemplation

06.11.2015
By Buro247

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2005 was a good year for music – heck, most of the early 2000s were great, simply because the airwaves offered something for everyone, from rock to pop, to hip hop and R&B (devoid of David Guetta collaborations.) This magical time marked many milestones in music: Rihanna had just released her breakthrough single ‘Pon De Replay,’ and The Black Eyed Peas were experiencing the peak of their success. But more importantly, there were gems that have long been forgotten.
A time where dancing in music videos was actually skillfully executed, rather than twerking bottoms and slow-mo booty shots, Missy Elliott and Ciara added a fair dose of girl power to hip-hop music and dancing. Then there was Gwen Stefani and Rob Thomas, who both ventured solo with a pop music direction following the hiatus of alternative rock bands No Doubt and Matchbox 20 respectively. 1995 also had its own version of Justin Bieber, the fresh-faced Jesse McCartney, and it was also a time where actor Will Smith made more music than movies, for which he won four Grammys.

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