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Arm candy of the week: The Saint Laurent Book bag
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28.05.2018
By Joan Kong

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Attention book lovers: Saint Laurent’s latest bag should be the next on your to-buy list. The French fashion house has released a new arm candy that’s exclusively sold on its website, in three different designs to complement different personalities—black for fail-proof pairing, tan for that slight boho feel, and leopard-print for ladies who prefer something loud. A streamlined design that’s made from calfskin suede and leather, the bag features a flap closure and a front pocket with an encased YSL monogram. The adjustable chain-and-leather strap allows you to wear it on one side, or sling it across your shoulder depending on the occasion. Our suggestion? Wrap the strap around your wrist, and carry it like a clutch (read: book).
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Giveaway: Celebrate the Month Of Love with us and stand a chance to win up to RM7,485 worth of beauty and jewellery prizes

08.02.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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You know what they say: February is the Month of Love. With Valentine’s Day around the corner and everyone scrambling around to find gifts for the special honey (or hubby) in their life, we think it’s only fitting that we spread the love with a little giveaway!
This time around, we’re giving away an array of beauty and jewellery prizes worth up to RM7,485 from three brands. Better yet, three lucky winners will walk away with not just one, but one of each of the items up for grabs! That’s right—play your cards right (read: enter the giveaway) and you could walk away with the loot!
Ahead, find out what exactly is available and how you can get your mitts on ‘em!
By Terry

Prizes available: Hyaluronic Hydra-Foundation SPF30 (worth RM315) and V.I.P Expert Paris by Night Eyeshadow Palette (worth RM285)
First up on the roster we have By Terry’s game-changing Hyaluronic Hydra-Foundation. Suitable for all skin types (but particularly beneficial for dry skin types), the skincare-makeup hybrid harnesses the power of humectant hyaluronic acid to trap moisture into the skin while offering beautiful, buildable coverage.
It’s time to say goodbye to fine lines and wrinkles, and say hello to plump, mattified skin that glows from within; all it takes it two to six drops, depending on your personal preferences for coverage. Further, the vegan formulation is also protective against harmful, photoaging UV rays thanks to its built-in SPF30 factor, making the foundation the perfect companion for any daily beauty routine.
Next up, we have the By Terry Matte & Metallic Eye Palette. This gold-packaged, 10-pan palette features creamy, long-wearing shadows in ten vibrant, highly-pigmented shades. With a mix of matte and metallic finishes to choose from, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the gorgeous greys, blues, and golds before you.
The palette comes complete with a double-ended brush for ease of application, so you can create exactly the look you’re going for.
TIP: The palette’s metallic shades can be used both wet or dry, depending on your desired intensity.
Find out more about By Terry and shop their complete line on their website or check out their Instagram.
Diamond & Platinum

Prize available: Infinite Diamond Necklace (worth RM1,088)
Just in case you missed the launch of Diamond & Platinum’s new Valentine’s Day collection, The Beat In Sync, let us catch you up. The new normal has sparked a revolution in communication—despite both global and local quarantining (AKA MCO 2.0) keeping us shuttered in, people have never been more in touch. In this time of difficulty and isolation, the digital era has kept us all connected, sparking a poignant appreciation for the relationships in our lives. From romances to friendships to family, this collection celebrates that togetherness.
With that in mind, we’re excited to announce that we have three breathtaking diamond necklaces to give away from this collection! The Infinite Diamond Necklace from Diamond & Platinum is intricately designed in 10k rose gold and features an infinity symbol pendant encrusted with 23 diamonds connected by pink sapphire. Crafted to symbolise an infinite connection between two people, the piece is sure to be a welcome addition in any jewellery collection.
Find out more about Diamond & Platinum and shop their complete line on their website or check out their Instagram.
Burberry Beauty

Prizes available: Burberry Valentine’s Day Gift Set (worth RM807)
Good news! Burberry Beauty has something for everyone in their Valentine’s Day Gift Set. The set comes complete with four shades of the luxury beauty house’s Burberry Kisses Lip Colour for her and a bottle of Mr Burberry Element for him.
The Burberry Kisses Lip Colours feature a delightful satin-finish, buildable colour for customisable makeup results, and long-wearing hydration for comfortable, kissable lips all-day-long. There are four shades up for grabs: No. 93 Russet, No 97. Oxblood, No. 109 Military Red, and No. 113 Union Red.
Mr Burberry Element, on the other hand, is a fresh fragrance from the beauty house’s Mr Burberry fragrance line. Launched just last year, Mr Burberry Element draws its inspiration from the wonders of British nature, perfectly toeing the line between modernity and masculinity. At its heart is the spicy juniper essence, which is deepened by the powerful base notes of woody, mineral oakmoss and lifted by the sensual top notes of green almond.
Find out more about Burberry Beauty and shop their complete line on their website or follow them on Instagram.
Like what you see? All this could be yours…
We’re giving away three (3) ‘BURO Month of Love’ gifts! All you have to do is:
1) Follow BURO Malaysia’s Facebook & Instagram
2) Like our Instagram post
3) Comment on the above Instagram post by answering: “The most romantic date I have ever been on was …”
4) Tag two (2) of your friends after completing the steps above!
5) Share this post to your IG story for a bonus entry! (Make sure the post is public!)
The giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to the following winners!
1. Chester Lee
2. Aisyah Nasir
3. Callena Khoo
TERMS & CONDITIONS
The Month of Love Giveaway runs from Monday, 8 February 2021 till Sunday, 21 February 2021. Winners will be announced on Wednesday, 24 February 2021 via social media, and on this page. Other terms and conditions apply*.
1. Employees of BURO Malaysia and its related corporations (“Indochine Media Ventures”) or BURO Malaysia partners and/or sponsors for the giveaway (if applicable), and their immediate family members (including spouses, children, parents, brothers and sisters) are not eligible to participate in the giveaway.
2. The winners of this giveaway are chosen at random.
3. This giveaway is organised by BURO Malaysia (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Organiser’).
4. The prizes for this giveaway are neither exchangeable for cash nor transferable.
5. All persons (‘Participants’) taking part in this giveaway agree that these rules shall be binding on them, and that the entries in this giveaway, including their name and likeness, may be used without restriction in any future publicity material by the Organiser.
6. The Organiser reserves the right to amend these rules or terminate the giveaway at any time at its sole and absolute discretion. All decisions made by the Organiser under these rules shall be final and no discussion or correspondence will be entertained. The Organiser may, but is not required to, justify any decisions relating to this giveaway.
7. The Participant acknowledges that the interest and good reputation of the Organiser are of paramount importance. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify a Participant from the giveaway, or to withdraw the prize if it is believed the Participant is in breach of its obligations under the rules. The Participants shall not by act or omission, directly or indirectly bring the Organiser into disrepute.
8. All entries are sent at the risk of the Participants and in the event that there are technical difficulties experienced arising out of the internet or from any associated equipment or internet security is compromised, the Organiser may at its sole and absolute discretion disqualify the entire entry and shall not accept any liability doing so.
9. Giveaway entries may only be submitted via the stated medium of communication.
10. This giveaway is open to anyone above 18 years old and within Klang Valley only.
11. Each entry must be completed in full. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify any incomplete entries in its sole and absolute discretion.
12. Incomplete entries will be deemed void.
13. Winners will be notified via social media, and on this page.
14. Uses of ‘aliases’ shall be considered a form of deception and are prohibited.
15. The winner must produce their original IC / passport with legible IC / passport number in order to claim the prize. The winner may also be required to produce additional original proof of identity at the discretion of the Organiser.
16. All Prizes are accepted entirely at the risk of the winner, and the Organiser excludes all warranties in connection with the prize to the extent permitted by law.
17. All Participants release from, and indemnify the Organiser, its agencies, sponsors and representatives against, all liability, cost, loss or expense arising out of acceptance of any prize or participation in the giveaway including (but not limited to) personal injury and damage to property and whether direct or consequential, foreseeable, due to some negligent act or omission or otherwise.
18. All personal particulars furnished are meant for identification purposes and will not be sold or given to any third parties. In the case of giveaways, our partners may wish to offer you services which require your personal particulars. These specific requests will be expressly stated within relevant giveaways, with a choice to opt out.
19. Inability to contact the Lucky Winners by Saturday, 27 February 2021 will result in disqualification and selection of an alternate winner.
20. Prizes are final; no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be given. Prizes are non-transferable, non-exchangeable and strictly not for resale. If the winner is found to be selling the prize(s), the Organiser reserves the right to demand the return of the prize.
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5 Magical things from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter that would make life so much better

15.12.2021
By Genie Leong

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Potterheads, rejoice! To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the premiere of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (it’s really been that many years), the cast of the Harry Potter films will be returning to the halls of Hogwarts this coming New Year’s Day on HBO Max and HBO Go! The anniversary special will bring fans on a magical journey with all-new interviews and conversations, giving us a chance to revisit the extraordinary Wizarding World once again.

All Potterheads would have dreamt of casting spells, making potions, and getting our hands on magical items that would undoubtedly make life easy-breezy. Unfortunately, we Muggles live in a world without the help of magic, and the closest we’ll ever get to experiencing life as a witch or wizard would be visiting The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios. Still, it’s fun to imagine what living in a world with magic would be like.
Here are five magical things from The Wizarding World that we think would make everyday life so much better:
1) Felix Felicis (Liquid Luck)

Who wouldn’t want a vial of liquid luck they could drink to ensure success in their endeavours. Have an interview for your dream job or an important test at school? Fret not; with Felix Felicis, all your most important goals are guaranteed. However, like most real-life performance drugs, Felix Felicis has its caveats, namely its lengthy and demanding brewing process and its toxicity when consumed in large amounts.
Liquid luck is banned from Quidditch matches, so it’s safe to assume that it would similarly be prohibited from many real-life situations even beyond sports. The parallel between Felix Felicis and real-life performance drugs deepens with one other crucial side-effect: long-term users who become reliant on the potion lose their judgment and become increasingly reckless, much like how real performance enhancers can cause drug dependence as well as physical and sometimes mental inhibitions.
If it were real, Felix Felicis would likely be tough to legally obtain and consume, but we all have situations in which we could do with a little extra good luck, no?
2) Pensieve

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Let’s admit it, humans are extremely forgetful creatures, often to our own chagrin. As such, a vessel that can accurately contain memories for our—and others’—future reference would be a ground-breaking tool to have at our disposal. Ever been in an argument with someone where you could’ve used a memory bank to prove that what you said happened, really did happen? If pensieves were real, we’d never have to deal with gaslighting ever again!
Ever experienced or witnessed an incident of the Mandela effect? A pensieve could very well solve all problems caused by distorted memories. There are so many situations where a pensieve could be used: for evidence gathering, as a visual log for important events and occurrences, or even as a personal scrapbook of our favourite memories. With the use of a pensieve, cataloguing our lives would become much more efficient than current-day technology allows.
3) Apparition

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How many times have you wished teleportation was a real superpower human beings could have? The ability to apparate like the characters from the Wizarding World would cut down travel time (not to mention travel fares) significantly. Imagine being able to instantly transport yourself to anywhere you want. There would be no more suffering through traffic jams, driving long distances, or frustrating searches for a free parking space.
Forget long-distance relationships and homesickness; you’d be able to visit your sweetheart or family and friends, no matter how far away they may be. Additionally, using apparition as our primary mode of transportation would mean that carbon levels would be lowered significantly due to us no longer needing vehicles that are fueled by petroleum. This makes apparition not only a mode of transportation that overcomes the limitations of non-magical travelling, but also one that is much kinder to the environment.
4) The Accio Charm

What if we were able to retrieve any object we desire without having to get up from our seat and manually pick it up? The Accio (aka Summoning) charm is a spell that makes the desired object fly into the hands of a person casting the spell. Super convenient, this would be perfect for those moments where you’ve gotten comfy on the couch but then realise that you need something that’s not within arm’s reach. The Accio charm could also work in tandem with the pensieve to make sure no one ever searches fruitlessly for their belongings again. Anything that isn’t logged into the pensieve can be easily retrieved with a simple ‘Accio!’. Misplaced your keys or your wallet? Running late and later by the minute because you can’t find your phone anywhere? All you would need to do is use the Accio spell and voila—problem solved!
5) Time Turners

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If Time Turners were real, they would take multitasking to a whole new level. You could do exactly what Hermione does in the books and films and use a Time Turner to pack more work into your daily schedule, be it in the form of more classes or a second job. Most of us have incidents in our past that we either wish happened differently or didn’t happen at all. With the existence of Time Turners, we’d be able to undo serious mistakes and essentially change our fate. We’d no longer have to worry about words we said that we wish we could take back, workplace blunders, or even that one embarrassing moment that happened years ago but we can’t stop remembering and cringing at (admit it, we all have one or two of those instances). On a much larger scale, authorities could use these devices to solve crimes or even prevent them from happening entirely, creating a much safer world for us to live in.
Harry Potter 20th Anniversary: Return to Hogwarts premieres on HBO Go on 1 January 2022. Besides Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson, it’ll also feature the actors of many well-known characters from Ralph Fiennes’ He Who Must Not Be Named to Gary Oldman’s Sirius Black.

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LOOKBOOK: Burberry SS22 runway

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LOOKBOOK: Burberry SS22 runway

29.09.2021
By Kelly Lim

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From Isamaya Ffrench’s bambi ears to subversive trenches and experimental abstract prints, Burberry’s Spring/Summer 2022 celebrated imagination, dreams and fantasy. Staged via an off-schedule digital presentation in a glitter-scape, the ‘Animal Instincts’ show was an ode to embracing one’s natural instincts and the infinite possibilities of creation. “I wanted to move through a series of immersive spaces, each of them unique and unexpected in their sound, texture and experience. It’s that idea of flicking between the endless realities and fantasies we have at our fingertips each day,” Riccardo Tisci said. As such, the iconic Burberry trench is reimagined like never before, deconstructed with a youthful energy to reveal new silhouettes that include a bottom-baring cut, leather trims, fluted sleeves and hooded shapes. Seductive cut-outs run rampant throughout sportswear, decorated minis and halter gowns with thigh-high splits, while a bodysuit in crystal net and tulle has never looked more of the moment. To top it all off, a new shoulder bag makes its debut; the Rhombi draws directly from the trench and features a structured shape that’s sculpted to the body. Click to see the collection now.

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5 New Christmas shows and movies to get you in the festive spirit this 2021

23.11.2021
By Genie Leong

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As the holiday season rolls around, it’s the perfect time to curl up on the couch and watch a cosy Christmas programme with your loved ones. With an extensive lineup of Christmas-themed shows and movies to tune into, here are our best picks for this year’s festive viewing party.
1) Love Hard

When and where: 5 November on Netflix
Who’s in it: Nina Dobrev, Jimmy O. Yang
Watch if: You love romantic Christmas films, but with a little twist
Anyone who’s dipped their toes into the waters of the online dating scene is familiar with the fear of being catfished—when someone looks nothing like their pictures online, and oftentimes nowhere near as good looking either. But does that mean all chances of finding love are squashed? Love Hard follows LA journalist Natalie (Nina Dobrev) as she flies 3000 miles across the country to surprise her dreamy online match, Tag. Much to her dismay, she finds out that she’s been catfished by Tag’s childhood friend, Josh (Jimmy O. Yang). To make up for tricking her, Josh agrees to set Natalie up with Tag and help her get the guy she wants. Over time, the two become closer and a friendship is formed, but is that all there is to be had for Natalie and Josh? Funny, sweet, and a new take on the Christmas rom-com, this movie is for all the romantics out there this holiday season.
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2) Home Sweet Home Alone

When and where: 12 November on Disney+
Who’s in it: Archie Yates, Ellie Kemper, Robert Delaney
Watch if: Binging on the Home Alone franchise is your yearly Christmas tradition
Ever since the release of the 1990 movie, the Home Alone franchise has become a true Christmastime staple. The newest addition to the beloved collection, Home Sweet Home Alone, introduces us to new characters and a whole new adventure. Mischievous Max Mercer (Archie Yates) finds himself home alone when his family accidentally leaves him behind while going on vacation to Tokyo, Japan. Although he’s initially excited to have the entire house to himself and the freedom to do whatever his heart desires, Max soon begins to miss his family and wishes to see them again. When Jeff and Pam Mckenzie (Robert Delaney and Ellie Kemper) break into the Mercers’ home determined to retrieve a priceless family heirloom they believe Max has stolen, it’s up to Max to protect himself and the house. This reboot of the classic Home Alone story of a kid left behind on Christmas guarantees hilarious moments, tons of chaos, and of course, a dash of Christmas joy.
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3. The Princess Switch 3: Romancing the Star

When and where: 18 November on Netflix
Who’s in it: Vanessa Hudgens, Sam Palladio, Remy Hii
Watch if: You loved the first two Princess Switch movies
Vanessa Hudgens returns for the third instalment in the Princess Switch franchise, playing three different characters who are (needless to say) all doppelgangers. In this movie, Princess Stacy Wyndham of Belgravia and Lady Margaret Delacourt, Queen of Montenaro, are planning to host a Christmas festival in Montenaro. A precious relic known as the “Star of Peace” is set to be the main centrepiece of the festival, but when a gang of thieves break into the palace and steal the Star, the royals’ festival plans are derailed. Desperate to retrieve the Star, Stacy and Margaret turn to the one person they think could help them track down the thieves: Lady Fiona Pembroke, who has a criminal background and is on probation. In exchange for Margaret’s good word to the disciplinary board, Fiona brings in Peter Maxwell, her ex-boyfriend and disgraced former Interpol investigator, to help solve the crime. Will the Star be recovered and Christmas festivities saved? Tune in this merry time of the year to find out.
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4. Mariah’s Christmas: The Magic Continues

When and where: 3 December 2021 on Apple TV+
Who’s in it: Mariah Carey
Watch if: Christmas tunes are your ultimate jam
If all you listen to once the clock strikes 12 on November 1st is Christmas music, then this show is the festive must-watch for you. Catch the Queen of Christmas doing what she does best in this holiday special featuring the first and only performance of Mariah Carey’s new single ‘Fall in Love at Christmas’. You’ll also be treated to appearances by Grammy-nominated singer Khalid and the legendary Kirk Franklin, as well as an exclusive interview with Carey by Zane Lowe from Apple Music. Ring in the holidays with this festive extravaganza, and get ready to sing along to your favourite Mariah Carey Christmas songs with the icon herself.
5. Nigella’s Cook, Eat, Repeat Christmas

When and where: 6 December 2021 on BBC Lifestyle (Astro Ch 717) or on BBC Player
Who’s in it: Nigella Lawson
Watch if: Good food is a non-negotiable part of your holiday festivities
Has setting up Christmas decorations and going gift shopping got you hungry? Or perhaps you’re looking for recipes to try out for this year’s holiday get-togethers? Join celebrity chef Nigella Lawson in the kitchen as she takes us on a delicious tour of festive foods from around the world. From Linzer cookies and pomegranate cocktails to smoked salmon and Norwegian pork ribs, Nigella introduces and celebrates classic Christmas recipe elements. Whether you’re an experienced home cook, or you just find comfort in cooking programmes, this show is sure to have you daydreaming about what to have on the menu this Christmas.
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Beauty Advent Calendar: Kosé Sekkisei Lotion
Dull, dry skin begone!

18.12.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Since Kosé Sekkisei Lotion’s launch in 1985, approximately 48 million bottles have been sold, with an average of 5,000 bottles sold a day. If you haven’t heard of this iconic blue bottle of facial lotion yet, that tidbit of information might just pique your interest.

The brand’s bestselling product consists of a trio of Oriental plant extracts: coix seed to improve dullness and prevent roughness; Angelica to give your skin a smooth silky feeling; and Melothria (white lotus), a moisturising active ingredient that works skin deep. If dull, dry skin has always been your biggest concern, Kosé Sekkisei Lotion is able to help balance your skin’s moisture levels, resulting in a translucent complexion.

This holiday season, Kosé Sekkisei Lotion comes in a limited edition 500ml bottle for you to embark in your journey to majorly translucent, snow white skin. It is now available at all Kosé counters and stores nationwide.

As the season of giving comes around, Buro 24/7 Malaysia will be giving away three limited edition 500ml bottles of Kosé Sekkisei Lotion to three lucky readers of ours!
All you need to do is enter your email address in the area below, and leave a comment on why you would like to win this product:

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– This competition ends 11:59 pm, GMT+8, December 23, 2015 and the winner will be notified via email by 24 December, 2015– All information must be entered to qualify for this competition.– You will need to confirm your email address via a confirmation email to be eligible for this competition– You will automatically be subscribed to Buro 24/7 Malaysia’s mailing list – Only residents of Malaysia are eligible for this competition

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10 Bittersweet Twitter reactions to the ending of ‘Flower Of Evil’

28.09.2020
By Ronn Tan

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After 16 episodes of laughter, romance, tears, and thrills, Flower Of Evil finally came to a conclusion on 23 September 2020. Starring Lee Joon Gi and Moon Chae Won, the drama garnered one of the most impressive buzz of the year, especially for the leads and little Eun Ha (played by Jung Seo Yeon).
Flower Of Evil has, without a doubt, joined the prime group of excellent Korean dramas in 2020. The list includes shows such as Crash Landing On You, It’s Okay To Not Be Okay, and The World of the Married. With that, it’s completely normal for viewers to feel all kinds of emotions during and after the finale. These are some of the best reactions on Twitter:
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What are your thoughts on Flower Of Evil and its ending? Did the drama live up to your expectations or did you hope for a different conclusion? Either way, it sure seems like the characters of Lee Joon Gi and Moon Chae Won have been added to the exclusive list of the best couples of 2020. Bittersweet memories, indeed.
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The Primetime Emmy Awards: Most memorable red carpet looks of all time

13.09.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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The Primetime Emmy Awards is the highest accolade and recognition for American primetime television. It’s kinda like the Oscars, but for the smaller screen. The first ever award ceremony was held in 1949, but it wasn’t televised until the ‘50s. From then ’til now, the red carpet has seen countless iconic fashion moments. Lucille Ball exuded true Hollywood glamour in a mink stole while Desi Arnaz was clad in a sharp tuxedo at the Emmy’s in 1957. A little over two decades later, Mary Tyler Moore accepted the award for best lead actress in a red hot and plunging sequinned gown.
On to the more recent decades, we saw the likes of iconic power couples such as Bruce Willis and Demi Moore, also America’s former sweethearts Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston. Their red carpet arrival in 1999 will go down in history. They were the ‘It Couple’ of the era and were the epitome of cool in casual, nonchalant ensembles. In the same year, Calista Flockhart (aka Ally McBeal) wore a satin gold skirt, paired with a white button-down, with the sleeves rolled up and a tied front. If it weren’t for the timestamps, one would think this outfit was from the present. It is effortless, chic and timeless. This look would still totally fly 20 years later in 2019.
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Paris Fashion Week: Chanel SS17

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Paris Fashion Week: Chanel SS17
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05.10.2016
By Cai Mei Khoo

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Always one to have his finger on the pulse of what’s happening, Karl Lagerfeld took cues from our increasingly connected world and took us on a trip to the Silicon Valley. The Grand Palais was turned into the chicest IT space filled with servers and supercomputers, complete with carts full of colourful cables.

The first look out was a tweed skirt suit presented on a stormtrooper-like droid—a likely representation of what part of the workforce will look like in the near future? (Chanel tweed suit notwithstanding). His starting point was the idea of a girl who is perhaps so engrossed with social media updates on her phone that she’s left with hardly any time to get ready, hence the light pink slips and negligees, worn with oversized tweed jackets and zip-up bomber jackets. The outerwear was spectacular—tweeds and knits in a multitude of colours and materials, like one with clear plastic strips and wire-like cords crisscrossing through the fabric, looking like something straight out of a computer.

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Equally standout, were the accessories: square-shaped coloured crystals with digital numerals on them were arranged in blocks to create a brooch that resembled LED squares. Necklaces were lanyards with a large clip at the end to attach a pendant of choice—no mugshots required here at #DateCenterChanel. A pair of fingerless gloves had colourful bands running across the back of the hand, with more of the same plastic wire-like cords twisted into trimmings that lined the jackets.

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The bags that are sure to become the must-haves of next season are definitely the large clutch and the Boy handbag with built-in LED lights that blinked and came together to spell Chanel—perhaps this marks the start of Chanel’s entry into wearable tech? Next up: a tweed jacket that changes colour each time a tweet or an email comes in?
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Lancôme’s newest lip oil is all about giving you a good time
Shake it up

03.06.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Lancôme is set on revolutionizing the lip game with its new Juicy Shaker—a formula that pairs colour pigments with lipcare oils to guarantee a vibrant sheer colour and adjustable intensity with a non-sticky texture. Taking inspiration from its iconic Shaker along with the fun Juicy Tubes that were all the rage in the early 2000s, the Juicy Shaker is the first of its kind in the market.

Its blend of silky oils include peach kernel, sweet almond, cranberry and musk rose oil to soften, nourish and regenerate the lips while protecting it with Omega 3 and 6. Not a fan of a greasy residue especially on your lips? Fret not, for the Juicy Shaker does not leave any sticky sensation with its texture. Its biphasic formula also has perfectly dosed pigments that diffuses with the oil when shaken, allowing for a smooth colour distribution when you apply it on your lips. Instead of a typical lip gloss wand, Lancôme creates its first ever cushion applicator for lips that absorbs a right dose of formula for application. Its conical shape hugs lip contours in a single stroke—this means that you don’t have to worry about overloading or reapplying the product on your lips!

Lancôme Juicy Shaker comes in 12 shades infused with addictive fragrances accordingly, from a mango-scented orange-pink hue that’s Lily Collins’ favourite shade, to a blackberry-scented pinkish-purple that’s Lupita’s go-to colour. You can never have too much fun with this lippie, especially with Mint to Be, a subtle bluish shade with a transparent blue tone to enhance the lips’ natural pink colouring. Who says lip hues have to be predictable anyway?

Lancôme Juicy Shaker (RM95) is now available at all Lancôme counters nationwide.

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How to get rid of puffy eyes this football season

18.06.2018
By Gwen Ong

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With the World Cup 2018 season now in full swing, you’ll be looking at more than just a few episodes of kickoff indulgence and late night outings. It is the perfect reason to let go and live, so to speak. But this is also the time when you could do with a little backup support in the form on treatments specifically for your eyes. The windows to your soul are often where the first sign of fatigue and poor lifestyle choices starts to show. To fend off the “You look so tired!” comments, here are some eye care tips and treatments to keep those dark circles and puffiness at bay.

Get sipping
Now that rest time is compromised and overindulgence rules the night, it is important to drink plenty of water throughout the day to prevent dehydration and flush out excess salt from your system. It pays to say ‘no’ to caffeinated drinks or alcohol too. When the body is dehydrated or overloaded with sodium, it will try to hold onto fluids, which can then cause water retention and subsequently, puffiness.

Sleep like a starfish
If and when you do go to bed after all the excitement, keep in mind your sleeping position. The best position to prevent fluid build-up on your face and encourage optimum blood flow is to sleep on your back. Sleeping on your side or stomach can compromise circulation. Pro tip – you can also try to elevate your head a little with two pillows to avoid fluid settling around your eyes.

Targeted action
Invest in a face roller to massage the face, encourage lymphatic drainage as well as boost circulation. You could also try traditional remedies like cold cucumber slices and steeped/cooled chamomile teabags to reduce puffiness. These also help with redness and inflammation due to late nights. But if you’re just too tired and need a quick pick-me-up, try one of these eye treatments:
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All you need to ace the ‘Blacquer Eye’ trend as seen at Marc Jacobs SS18
Bolder than bold

18.09.2017
By Terry Saw

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Just a few days ago, models marched down the runway to the sound of silence at Marc Jacobs SS18, letting a flurry of whimsical floral prints, oversized silhouettes, psychedelic pops of colour and stunning head wraps speak volumes of the collection. And to complement the ‘quiet’ confidence of this bold, soundtrack-less show was an equally strong look created by lead Marc Jacobs Beauty makeup artist Diane Kendal – wallflowers need not apply.

Recreating the Blacquer Eye
The key is to boldly line and layer the eyes using black-as-night formulas to create different variations of the winged eye – think exagerrated flicks or dead-straight extensions at outer corners of your eyes, short winged tips or double flicks at both the inner and outer corners – depending on what works for the shape of your peepers before finishing with lashings of mascara. Here’s what you’ll need:
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Pair with luminous skin
Let the eyes take center stage by keeping the rest of the skin fresh, luminous and natural. Prep the skin using a face primer before applying an oil-free foundation to create an even base. Optional tip: Dot highlighter on the cheekbones and along the bridge of the nose to bring extra attention to your features. Finally, set the look with a perfecting mist so you don’t have to worry about touch-ups in between.
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Finish with natural lips
Lastly, prep the lips with a lock-in moisture balm to create a smooth surface before applying a touch of colour to perfect the look and you’re done!

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All the best looks from the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party
Round two

14.03.2023
By Phyll Wu

Images courtesy of respective brands, Getty Images, and @theestallion on Instagram

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The 95th Academy Awards had droves of renowned celebs lavishly dressed to the tens in designer labels, but the fashion feast didn’t end there just yet!
Following the prestigious affair, the stars took to the annual Vanity Fair Oscars after-party to continue the celebrations, giving us another round of fashion extravaganza on the blue carpet. What’s more, if the award ceremony wasn’t already packed to the brim with A-listers, the glamorous soirée added more to the list with a slew of esteemed personalities who didn’t attend the preceding event.
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The celebratory evening saw Michelle Yeoh sparkling in a fully embroidered strapless gown by Georgio Armani Privé, whilst Salma Hayek switched to another glittery Gucci number that was complemented with Boucheron jewellery. Hunter Schafer also graced the carpet, appearing in an Ann Demeulemeester feather top dress fresh off the AW23 runway, sending fashion fanatics into a frenzy.
Best believe the Jenner sisters did not disappoint either, with Kylie Jenner donning a custom couture dress by Maison Margiela and Kendall Jenner dressed in a stunning Jean Paul Gaultier gown. In true Naomi Campbell fashion, the supermodel amazed couture fans with her fully embroidered stretch silk georgette from Schiaparelli’s SS23 couture collection.
Ahead, see all of the show-stopping ensembles at the star-studded affair.

Michelle Yeoh in Giorgio Armani Privé
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Hunter Schafer in Ann Demeulemeester by Ludovic de Saint Sernin
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Megan Thee Stallion in Bach Mai
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Kylie Jenner in custom Maison Margiela couture
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Tracee Ellis Ross in Balmain
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Naomi Campbell in Schiaparelli couture
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Anok Yai in Marc Jacobs
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Cardi B in Robert Wun
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Kendall Jenner in Jean Paul Gaultier
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Jodie Turner-Smith in Gucci
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Imaan Hammam in Saint Laurent
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Cara Delevingne in Del Core
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Hailey Bieber in Saint Laurent
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Yara Shahidi in Bottega Veneta
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Rita Ora in Wiederhoeft
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Kaia Gerber in Celine and Austin Butler in Saint Laurent
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Halle Bailey in custom Maison Yeya
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Laura Harrier in Saint Laurent
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Zoe Saldaña in Cartier
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Sophie Turner in custom Louis Vuitton
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Salma Hayek in Gucci
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Daisy Edgar-Jones in Gucci
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Laura Dern in Giorgio Armani Privé
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Anderson Paak in Gucci
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Diego Calva in Gucci
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Lakeith Stanfield and Kasmere Trice in Saint Laurent
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John Legend in Gucci
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Liu Wen in Gucci
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Ana de Armas in custom Louis Vuitton
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Trevor Noah in Gucci
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Este, Alana and Danielle Haim in custom Louis Vuitton
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Jennifer Connelly in custom Louis Vuitton
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Channing Tatum in Giorgio Armani Privé
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4 Easy steps to join the Dior Love Chain charity initiative
#DiorLoveChain

28.08.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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On Sunday, the house of Dior launched its #DiorLoveChain charity initiative with a digital campaign that starred the likes of Natalie Portman, Robert Pattinson, Jennifer Lawrence and Johnny Depp. In the short video, the stars are seen giving their answers to the question:
What would you be prepared to do for love?

With each #DiorLoveChain post on Instagram, Dior Parfums will donate $1 to WE Charity, the charity division of We Movement, to support the education of young women worldwide. You, too, can join the movement by following these simple steps:
1. Think about what you would do for love, and film your answer in a black and white video
2. Post the video on Instagram
3. Include the tags @wemovement, @diorparfums, #diorlovechain, #missdiorforlove, and #diormy
4. Lastly, nominate 2 of your loved ones to keep the Dior Love Chain going!

Head to Dior Parfums’ Instagram page (@diorparfums) to find out more about this initiative, and see who else starred in this charity campaign.

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Monaco’s Royal Wedding 2019: Charlotte Casiraghi’s bridal looks are perfection

03.06.2019
By Joan Kong

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A member of Monaco’s royal family (she’s the granddaughter of Hollywood icon Grace Kelly, also known as Princess Grace, and the daughter of Princess of Hanover, Caroline), Charlotte Casiraghi is one of the most stylish royals in the fashion scene. Her oh-so-chic looks have always landed her a spot on best dressed lists and on the front row of some of the biggest fashion shows every season, from Stella McCartney to Saint Laurent to Chanel. Over the weekend, the 32-year-old got married to her French film producer Dimitri Rassam, and her wedding looks were, of course, the centre of attention.
Both of her bridal outfits were a nod to Princess Grace. For the civil ceremony that was held at Monaco’s Prince’s Palace, the princess wore a Saint Laurent brocade dress designed by Anthony Vaccarello, and the look is reminiscent of the suit the late Princess wore for her civil marriage to Prince Rainier in 1956. At the reception, Casiraghi changed into a second look which is a stunning satin strapless gown by Chanel, with a cinched waist and a slit in the middle. Her choice of bling? A three-strand Cartier diamond necklace that belonged to her late grandmother. It was perfection.
Check out the snaps from her fan account on Instagram below:

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The Instagram update that everyone is not happy about
Algorithm versus content

30.03.2016
By Rachel Au

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Change is not always good and there’s the saying that if it’s not broken, don’t fix it. Over the past few days, you may have noticed several Instagram posts asking you to ‘Turn on notifications’ on your feed—especially by celebrities and businesses. ICYMI, Instagram recently announced that it may soon change its algorithms where users’ feeds will show according to their interests (or what the system thinks they’re interested in based on engagement) instead of chronologically.

A photo posted by Elena Cresci (@elenacresci) on Mar 28, 2016 at 2:31am PDT

Kind of like Facebook. And so far, almost everyone is unhappy with it. The change is however imminent since the photo-sharing app is owned by Facebook but for some reason, the Internet was suddenly in a frenzy, asking their followers to ‘Turn on notifications’. Listen: You don’t have to—not yet. The update will take time to undergo proper testing and so will the rollout, and you will be informed of when that happens.

As Instagram’s co-founder CEO Kevin Systrom told The Times, “It’s not like people will wake up tomorrow and have a different Instagram.” The good thing about the slight panic attack on Instagram is that the company itself has taken notice of it.

We’re listening and we assure you nothing is changing with your feed right now. We promise to let you know when changes roll out broadly.
— Instagram (@instagram) March 28, 2016

Before you do opt to ‘Turn on notifications’, ask yourself this: Do you really want to have your phone buzzing every time Taylor Swift post a picture of her cats or when Victoria Beckham snaps an aww-worthy moment of her husband? Those are bad examples (of course, you wouldn’t want to miss a post about David Beckham) but consider all those extra pings on top of your WhatsApp and Facebook notifications—among many others.

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On the other side of the debate, there are popular Instagrammers who aren’t encouraging it simply because they believe in good content. When you post such pictures or captions, people will automatically hit the heart button or leave a comment. And that sounds like a more sensible challenge for the creative minds.

A photo posted by Bill Klingensmith (@mydarndest) on Mar 28, 2016 at 6:44am PDT

What do you think about the upcoming #instagramchanges?

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Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launches a new generation of A-Class
Revolutionary and intelligent

03.03.2016
By Rachel Au

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There wasn’t much to dislike about the previous Mercedes-Benz A-Class—it was a great car. But the premium automobile brand is always on the ball to make it even better and they’ve done it in the new generation of the A-Class. Called the most progressive model in the compact class, the new generation A-Class has both newly-introduced innovations and added features that would satisfy even the criteria you’ve never thought of before.

Dynamic Select feature
One notable star feature is the Dynamic Select driving programme selector which allows the driver to choose their preferred driving mode. The vehicle characteristics—engine, transmission, steering and air conditioning—can be adjusted in a matter of seconds with just a touch of a button. Choose from four driving modes: “Comfort”, “Sport”, “Eco” and “Individual”. The last option allows you to fully customise every item manually.

Expanded engine range
Mercedes-Benz has increased the range of available engines, especially with the introduction of a new A 180 which is rated at 90 w (122 hp) for its petrol engine. A new 4-cyclinder, 1.6 liter engine has been included, giving everyone a wider variety to select from based on their preference. For the driver who loves a car with dynamic performance, the Mercedes-AMG A 45 4MATIC now has a maximum output of 280 kW (381 hp) and a peak torque of 475 Nm. In English: it accelerates from rest to 100 km/h in just 4.2 seconds, which is 0.4 seconds lesser than its predecessor. However, it maintains its NEDC minimum fuel consumption of 6.9 litres per 100 kilometres.

Intelligent Drive mode: drowsiness detection system
There are numerous driving assistance systems out there, but Mercedes-Benz has upgraded that game with the drowsiness detection system ATTENTION ASSIST. Using data from various sensor technologies, the A-Class has a five-stage bar display to visualise the driver’s current attention level and thus is able to give comprehensive support and protection within an extended speed range (60 – 200 km/h).

Check out the new gen of Mercedes-Benz A Class at the recently opened Mercedes-Benz City Store showroom at TREC KL.

The new Mercedes-Benz A 180 retails at RM195,888 whilst the Mercedes-Benz A 200 with AMG Line is priced at RM205,888, and the Mercedes-Benz A 250 Sport and A 45 4MATIC is available at RM238,888 and RM348,888 respectively. For more information, visit www.mercedes-benz.com.my.

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The Bvlgari Cinemagia high jewellery collection is an opulent ode to the world of cinema

25.06.2019
By Su Fen Tan

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Bvlgari is no stranger to the world of cinema. The Roman high jewelller hails from the same city as the legendary Cinecittà Studios—the largest film studio in Europe, and hub of Italian cinema—after all. It has also firmly established itself as an ardent supporter of the art of filmmaking, having sponsored the Berlinale, the Cannes Film Festival, La Biennale di Venezia and the Shanghai Film Festival over the years.
Besides lending its support behind the scenes, Bvlgari’s dazzling jewels are often seen on the red carpet adorned by some of the brightest stars in the industry. These two worlds close to the Maison’s heart intertwine at their most intimate capacity yet in its latest high jewellery release—Cinemagia, a fantastical ode to the filmmaking world and a testament of the brand’s daring creativity and revered craftsmanship.

Each magnificent creation from the Cinemagia collection gleams with scene-stealing, cinematic glamour. Perhaps the most representative piece of the collection is the Action! necklace, featuring the use of zirconium in high jewellery for the first time. With a striking design that resembles a roll of film and sparkling with 32 carats of pavé diamonds, it involved over 800 hours of work by a single goldsmith. How is that for a masterpiece?

Elsewhere, Bvlgari’s penchant for coloured gems takes centre stage in the Fairy Wings necklace. A whimsical number that is just as magical as its name suggests, eight beautiful, brilliant gemstones are set amongst a romantic butterfly design: topaz, rubellite, citrine quartz, amethyst, pink morganite, iolite, green quartz and apatite.

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Learn 3 new ways to style your hijab with Nadia Norzuhdy

27.05.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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Catch sight of Nadia Norzuhdy on the street and you’ll definitely take notice of her impeccable fashion sense and unique hijab style. The fashionable hijabista is often spotted in printed cotton wraps fashioned in her signature headscarf style: an oversized turban bow. This unique style even has a nickname of its own —the Turbow— patent pending (just kidding!).
We caught up with the stylish star to get a first-hand tutorial on how she dons her signature look as well as two of her other favourites she often resonates to. The wrapped styles look incredibly complicated but you’ll be surprised to know they take just under a minute each, from start to finish.

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Yves Saint Laurent’s creative studio to be recreated
Iconic beginnings

03.02.2016
By Buro247

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If you ever wondered what went on behind the scenes of iconic fashion design pioneers, their very own design studios would be the starting point of many great marks in fashion history. Well, fans of Yves Saint Laurent can rejoice, as the Pierre Berge-Yves Saint Laurent Foundation will reopen in Paris next year as a permanent museum. And with this reopening comes a peek into the designer’s inner workings, as the couturier’s studio will be reconstructed for the first time, along with former couture salons.

Refurbished to replicate the style of Saint Laurent’s original couture house, the exhibition space will double in size. The museum will constantly update its display of pieces from the maison’s archives, which include some 5,000 garments, 15,000 accessories, along with thousands of sketches, photographs and other objects.

Stage designer Nathalie Criniere and interior designer Jacques Grance are heading the renovation, where both have worked on several art exhibitions since the foundation opened in 2004. The reopening of the museum in Paris is set for the fall of 2017, which also coincides with the inauguration of the Saint Laurent museum in Marrakech.

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London Fashion Week SS18: Highlights of Day 2
Eclectic central

16.09.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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Led by the idea of sanctuary and calmness, Jonathan Anderson toned down his usual eclectic conceptualisation for SS18, and presented a rather grounded, pared back collection that displayed the designer’s wonderful way with materials, mixed or otherwise. A fern green knit dress with a gold hem set the tone for easy summer dressing that is anything but basic. It was followed by colour-blocked or striped corset dresses, cropped co-ords laced together at the midriff, leather culottes, and mini dresses with contrasting details.

Like Anderson, Molly Goddard‘s creations, too, were more stripped down than usual, but no less fun-filled—this was her whimsical take on sophistication. Opening the show, Edie Campbell sauntered out in a cotton asymmetric empire-waist dress paired with leather riding boots, holding a glass of wine in one hand and an e-ciggy in the other. The models after her followed in similarly playful manner, clad in semi-sheer ruched frocks, smocked cotton dresses with full-fledged flares, jewel-tone satin blazers and sequinned numbers.

Burberry‘s collection this season was, as Christopher Bailey puts it: “A little more honest, a little less polished”. Classic, preppy style was closely intertwined with street grit—both equally “British” in their own ways—for an out-of-the-box, compelling aesthetic; think V-neck knits layered on plastic long-sleeve tops and paired with tartan trousers, skirts made from repurposed military jackets, as well as pastel-hued rain jackets and fur coats. Not forgetting the comeback of the Burberry check, complete with streetwise treatment.

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Understanding Omega’s watchmaking DNA and modern vision

03.05.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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At Baselworld 2018, Omega had much to celebrate. This year marks the 70th anniversary of the Seamaster, and it was honoured with two Limited Edition models that pay tribute to the original post-war classics. Meanwhile, a range of updated models commemorates 25 years of the iconic Seamaster Diver 300m. The brand also introduced a brand new line for the ladies named Trésor, fronted by fashion IT girl of the moment, Kaia Gerber.
Clearly, Omega has a firm grasp of its heritage, while keeping up with the contemporary demands of today’s fast-paced world. To understand the workings of this dynamic brand, we speak to CEO Raynald Aeschlimann, who sheds light on Omega’s modern vision and watchmaking DNA.

On Omega’s watchmaking DNA
“When you talk about watchmaking DNA at Omega, you have to remember that we have a long history—125 years of history. It is very interesting. We’re the only watchmaker in the industry whose name came from the watch movement. The founder created such a great movement that he considered it nirvana; paradise. In greek, the letter for it is Ω (omega), and that’s what he called it.
For 125 years, beauty has always been associated with our watches. There is design, there is style, at the same time we also care very much about the movement and technology. It’s all in the details. And because of that, it is great value for your money and the best in its price range. That is our DNA, and I’m very proud of it.”

On current trends in watch industry
“We are one of the key players in the industry, and in some countries the biggest brand. We see a lot of changes. The changes come from people like you, from people who have grown into this incredibly connected world, and very much looking at trends, fashion, accessories, but also about being a bit different. Millennials like personalisation, and they like to buy something because they believe in it, not because their father used to have it. They don’t look at luxury the same way as the older generation.
Another key to staying relevant in the industry is about asking “why?” from the consumer’s perspective, like “Why should I wear an Omega?”. To keep up with the trends, we also started working with influencers like Kaia Gerber. She is opening major fashion shows, she is a big influencer, and she also shares our values. These are the kind of people we are looking to work with.”

On the rise of the digital age
“It has affected us immensely. But we were not the first ones to engage influencers and bloggers. If you look at our Instagram, you can see that we are very much digitally driven, because we know that our customers have changed. We are not old-fashioned. I think social media is a fantastic tool, it’s where everyone gets their news update from these days.”

On the new Trésor
“We realised that we were missing a slight, very beautiful, elegant, feminine watch that is also very thin, and will go well with designer dresses. That’s why we launched this watch. At 36mm and 39mm, it’s not a small watch, it’s one that you wear with pride. And we launched it with Kaia, because this is a watch that is both fashionable and quite timeless, made with some of the nicest materials—which are features that people like nowadays.”

On the Seamaster turning 70 this year
“We celebrate 70 years of an incredible line this year in two ways. Firstly, we’ve redesigned and are relaunching the 300m with the best technology. It’s a very recognisable watch that is also known as James Bond’s watch. At the same time we are also celebrating 70 years of the Seamaster with a look that pays clear tribute to its heritage. It’s a watch that a lot of people have been, and still are being inspired by, that’s why I’m really proud of it.”
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On his favourite Baselworld 2018 timepiece
“It’s like having to choose my favourite child (laughs). I think we have a good mix of everything this year. What we’ve done with the Seamaster 300m is amazing; the Tresor is a good answer to a gap in the market; then we’ve got the Speedmaster “The Dark Side of the Moon” Apollo 8, which is something that is quite romantic and emotional, but also unique. I’m proud of all of them.”

On his go-to Omega
“I think there are some of watches that become part of your life, they have emotional values. I have of two of these. The first one is a Speedmaster, because it’s such an iconic watch with a rich history. The second one is a gold watch that I have given to a friend of mine. I bought it because I loved it, and I wanted it to be a part of my collection. But I gave it to my friend who had cancer, because I thought, this is a watch that I wanted him to wear when he’s in the hospital. He survived—he’s now in his best form, and that watch holds so much emotional value now.”

On the brand’s modern vision
“This is a magical brand filled with pioneering spirit. We’re successful because we talk to the people, and we listen so that we point the brand in the right direction. For example, we just opened a new NATO store in Le Marais in Paris—no watches, only NATO straps. It’s doing quite well for us because there are a lot of people nowadays that wants to buy a NATO, then maybe after that they’ll go for an Omega. Not every watch brand will do that. This is a new generation we’re catering to, and this is a way to show people who we are,  how dynamic we are, and to build on our legacy.”

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“HELP! My skin ripped off during a wax!”: What to do and how to prevent scarring

23.07.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Got ripped skin from waxing? If you’ve had an unfortunate run-in with a hot pot of sticky stuff, fret not—we are here to help with the fallout (however gory) and troubleshoot what went wrong.
So you’ve popped into your local salon (or, more accurately, a friend’s bedroom) for a cheeky eyebrow wax. At this point, the extent of your concern stops at whether you should get your upper lip waxed too. You ponder on the idea for a moment and ultimately decide to go for it. After all, you’ve already made the trip!
Then comes the trouble. As the muslin sheet leaves your skin, you find yourself in more pain than you had initially anticipated. Assuming the pain has more to do with the fact that it has been a while since your last wax, you let it slide. The sheet leaves your other eye, and it’s more of the same. How strange!
It’s only when you’re holding the mirror up close to your face to check the shape of your brows that you realise what has happened—your skin has been waxed clean off.
Um. Your skin has been waxed clean off.
It definitely looks worse than it really is, but regardless of severity, you’re in a full-blown panic. You have half a mind to put your beautician out of business—after all, it’s her fault, right? Well, not necessarily.
Simmer down, cowgirl. We know this is a stressful situation, but you might want to hold off on pointing fingers for the time being. Now, your skin probably looks something like this at the moment:

Yeah, we know—ouch. Pictured above is this writer’s eye post-wax. The brow game is strong, but at what cost?
Ahead, let’s delve into how we rectified the situation, taking it from the wound you see above to the fully healed canvas below in just two days (the faint scar visible below has now disappeared completely).

Disclaimer: Depending on the size and severity of your wound, the healing time may vary.
How did this happen?

Image: The Creative Exchange on Unsplash
There are a few factors that could have led to your skin ripping off. The first is due to the poor technique of the technician—that is why it is imperative to go to a licensed professional for these services. Further, the risks associated with hair removal are often overlooked, but they are plentiful. Aside from the risk of terrible brow shaping, poor technique in hair removal can lead to wax burns and even infections in the case of poor hygiene!
Another factor that may have contributed to your unfortunate wax is your skincare routine. Fun fact: Using retinol, exfoliants, and chemical peels are generally a bad idea when it comes to waxing. These products exfoliate the skin, leaving the outermost layer of dead skin cells much thinner. While this is great for encouraging skin turnover and improving the overall complexion of the skin, it’s terrible in the context of waxing.
When you get a wax, the hairs are removed along with a few layers of your stratum corneum—also known as the outermost layer of dead skin cells. When you use retinol or exfoliants, this layer thins significantly. So, when the wax adheres to the skin and the stratum corneum is absent or thinned, some part of the living layer of cells that lies underneath may bind to the wax in its place. Then, when the wax comes off, so does your live tissue, leaving your skin looking raw and red.
I don’t want to scar! What do I do now?

Image: Mathilde Langevin on Unsplash
Okay, so you now know why half of your face is missing, but you’re still at a loss for what to do. The answer is simple—you have a wound, now baby it.
Firstly, clean the area using a gentle, antibacterial cleanser to remove the excess wax and wash any dirt away. Then go in with some antibacterial ointment. Finally, the most crucial step is to keep the area hydrated and to keep it protected from the sun. Here, the easiest solution is to employ the use of an SPF moisturiser with plenty of facial mists. Just make sure to avoid using fragranced products as these may irritate the wound further.
READ: A guide to sunscreens for every skin type
PS: Please, please avoid using makeup around the area until it fully heals. You do not want to risk contracting an infection for the sake of vanity.
What can I do to prevent it from happening again?

Image: Linh Ha on Unsplash
The good news is that the solution is simple. If your woes stem from your choice of beautician, just find someone new. Do your research and check that your prospective beautician is qualified with a proper license.
If your waxing mishap was the result of incompatible skincare, all you have to do is make a very small change. Avoid retinol (and exfoliant) use for at least a few days before your waxing appointment, but preferably a full week prior. Further, keep your skin well moisturised prior to your appointment.
Alternatively, instead of waxing, try threading instead!
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Fully vaccinated Malaysians can enter Singapore quarantine-free from April 1, without VTL
No more VTLs

24.03.2022
By Natalie Khoo

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Forget VTL flights and a long list of SOPs, Singapore has announced that it will reopen its borders to all fully vaccinated travellers from its General Travel Category countries or regions beginning April 1.
This means that Malaysian travellers will no longer be required to take only designated VTL flights to enter Singapore quarantine-free, nor take a Covid-19 antigen rapid test (ART) within 24 hours of arrival.

According to Singaporean news outlet The Straits Times, travellers will be able to enter the country with just a pre-departure Covid-19 test from 11.59pm on March 31, as long as they have not visited any countries or regions under the republic’s Restricted Category in the past seven days.
This decision comes as Singapore moves towards a Vaccinated Travel Framework, replacing the existing Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) scheme. Here are the highlights of the new framework at a glance:

Singapore’s Vaccinated Travel Framework SOPs

Entry approval: Fully-vaccinated travellers do not require any entry approvals to enter Singapore. There is no requirement to apply for a Vaccinated Travel Pass (VTP) or Air Travel Pass (ATP) for entry into Singapore.
Testing: Fully-vaccinated travellers will no longer need to take any Covid-19 tests in Singapore. However, they must produce a negative pre-departure test (PDT) taken within two days before departing for Singapore. This PDT can be a Polymerase Chain Reaction test (RT-PCR); a professionally-administered Antigen Rapid Test (ART); or a self-administered ART that is remotely supervised by an ART provider in Singapore.
Designated flights and quotas: Fully vaccinated travellers may now enter Singapore on any flight. There will also no longer be quotas applied on daily arrivals.
Vaccination status: All vaccination certificates, regardless of place of issuance and whether digitally verifiable or not, will be accepted as proof of vaccination. Children aged 12 years and below are exempted from the vaccination requirement, in line with Singapore’s domestic measures.
Singapore Arrival Card (SGAC): The existing SGAC will be streamlined and can be completed easily. Travellers are strongly encouraged to submit the SGAC before departure for Singapore to facilitate a smooth check-in and arrival process in Singapore, and minimising the manual document checks required.
Additional requirements for short-term visitors: Foreign short-term visitors holding passports or travel documents issued by visa-required countries/regions must apply for an entry visa. They must also purchase travel insurance, with a minimum coverage of S$30,000 for Covid-19-related medical treatment and hospitalisation costs, prior to their travel to Singapore. These visitors must also use the TraceTogether app in Singapore to facilitate contact tracing.

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Separately, Malaysian Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob and his Singapore counterpart Lee Hsien Long announced in a joint statement today (24 March) that land travel between Singapore and Malaysia will resume to a close approximation of the pre-Covid-19 era. This includes exemptions from quarantine and Covid-19 testing before and after arrival for fully vaccinated travellers.
Details on the exact border measures for fully vaccinated travellers entering Malaysia via land borders have yet to be announced. Stay tuned for more updates.

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Art + Design
See the Hong Kong Ballet pop on your screen in these striking images
Lights, camera, dance

28.05.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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Conceptualised and art directed by Washington D.C.-based creative agency Design Army, Hong Kong Ballet’s latest seasonal campaign brilliantly pits the classical dance that is ballet against the vibrant, eclectic city of Hong Kong as a backdrop. The result is ‘Never Stand Still’, a series of visually stunning images starring dancers from the troupe.

“We looked to establish a vibrant, energy filled brand experience that reflects the passion and drive of dance, and the Hong Kong Ballet’s new artistic director, the highly acclaimed choreographer, Septime Webre,” Design Army stated on its website. “For the brand images, we created a visually stunning language speaking to the vibrancy and energy of the art form, the dancers, and the city itself. We designed a lush, rich world of fantasy through fashion, color, and typography—establishing a recognisable and dynamic brand language.”

In one vivid image (pictured on the cover article), a ballerina strikes a pose in penché on the steps of Tin Hau Temple, portraying “symmetry at its best”. Another captivating shot was inspired by Wong Kar Wai’s In the Mood for Love, with two dancers channeling modern day romance in the popular Mido Café. See more images from the campaign below:

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Dior’s new fragrance is the promise of an endless summer


Beauty
3 Reasons why Diorskin Forever Perfect Cushion should be your new makeup essential
One pat away to flawless skin

18.11.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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There’s a reason why cushion foundations have a special place in our hearts—founded in Korea, these compacts come incredibly handy with formulations that combine makeup and skincare properties efficiently. For those who can’t live without their trusty cushions, Dior Beauty’s new Diorskin Forever Perfect Cushion foundation is tailor made for you. Here are three reasons why this latest technological feat should be in your beauty wishlist, stat:

1. Its formula is exceptionally weightless.
The first trait we look for in cushion foundations is how lightweight the texture is. Diorskin Forever Perfect Cushion’s ultra-fluid formula has a weightless sensation that doesn’t feel like anything when you apply it on your face. The best part is that its fine texture leaves a smooth finish for your makeup to stay throughout the day.

2. Its matte finish is perfect for those who can’t pull off the dewy look
Already sporting a mid-day shine as you’re reading this? This cushion foundation is up your alley then, with incredibly fine mattifying powders for a luminous matte finish. Throw in the “Colour-Lock” technology and you can rest assured that the finish will not budge or change from day to night.
“A whole spectrum of matte finishes exists, just like colour spectrums,” says Peter Philips, Creative and Image Director for Dior Makeup. “Today, matte is totally refined – it is controlled, mastered and measured. It can be extreme, velvety or luminous – any effect is possible.”

3. Its got pore-refining benefits.
Diorskin Forever Perfect Cushion is infused with a Skincare Essence that has pore-refining properties—these “rebalancing” skincare ingredients help to enhance your complexion by acting on dilated and slackened pores. So even if you’ve got excessive sebum or dry, flaky skin, this foundation will leave your skin with an impeccably refined texture.

Available in six shades, Diorskin Forever Perfect Cushion (RM210) is now available at all Dior Beauty counters and stores nationwide.

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#WednesdayWishlist: What we love from Paris Fashion Week SS17
French finesse

04.10.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Cai Mei Khoo, Editor-in-Chief, Loewe Look 45

This season’s Loewe woman is one who has perfected the art of looking incredibly chic while lounging in her summer home. While I love the voluminous drawstring sleeves and the patchwork pieces, the sound of the sea (I’ll take Heston Blumenthal’s dish, too) is perhaps best enjoyed in this white crocheted dress worn over trousers, finished off with a single lily pinned across the chest – elegant, romantic, and oh so effortless.

Gwen Ong, Deputy Editor: Chanel, Look 46

It seems like preppy is the way to go next season. The classic schoolgirl look is making its rounds this Spring 2017 fashion week. Of course, Chanel was already rocking this look since forever with its iconic tweed suit. I have no qualms revisiting one of my favourite movies (Clueless) and channel Alicia Silverstone’s Cher. But while the tweed jacket and skirt ensemble is a timeless favourite, it is this electrifying dress that has got me lit up! I love the striking colours and soft layering—plus that side ponytail and cap worn sideways? My inner ’90s child is just waiting to break out!

Jasmine Leong, Senior Fashion Writer: Saint Laurent, Look 14

Marking his first debut as Saint Laurent’s creative director, there is no doubt that Anthony Vaccarello would add his signature sexpot aesthetic to the French luxury fashion house—he is the man responsible for some of our favourite celebrities’ sexy power dresses and capsule collections for Versus Versace. While I’m not usually a fan of party clothes, let alone, ’80s-inspired ones, look #14 caught my attention for good reason. The mini dress has its sex appeal reinforced by a retro sweetheart neckline, sheer sleeve and some leg-baring action. From the exposed shoulder to the hem and earring, Vaccarello made asymmetry look so good.

Loh Wei Yeen, Fashion & Beauty Writer: Balenciaga, Look 14

While everyone is losing their marbles over how Demna Gvasalia is upsizing shoulders pads, tote bags and everything in sight at Balenciaga, I’m probably the only one who’s intrigued over this look that is seemingly simple but worthy of a double take. That haphazardly-secured wide belt (also upsized) around the waist gives this boardroom-ready ensemble a slight edge, one that is complete with ombré square-toe boots that likely hike up to the thighs—if only all #BossGirl OOTDs could look this avantgarde instead of yawn-inducing!

Rachel Au, Lifestyle Writer: Stella McCartney, Look 17

If there was one word I could use to describe Stella McCartney’s SS17 collection, it would be ‘light-hearted’. Most of the pieces in the first half of the show sported a loose silhouette, breezy knits and neutral, if not, earthy tones – many of which look favourable for a nice spring break or summer getaway outfit. What caught my eye, however, is McCartney’s reinterpretation of the classic men-inspired pinstripe shirt with a spliced design. A refreshing take of something I’ve always gravitated to, it’s different, feminine and my favourite element, comfortable. Rather than the shirt, it’s the shirt dress that I really love because can you really own too many of those?

Tan Su Fen, Writer: Dior, Look 32

Maria Grazia Chiuri opened her first show as Dior’s creative director with panache, as clothes inspired by the sport of fencing came breezing down the runway—kicking off what seems to be a female-empowering collection (“We should all be feminists”, a T-shirt quoted). The show closed with a series of dreamy, ethereal tulle gowns that were reminiscent of her work at Valentino, which I loved, but what really struck me was this black leather dress in the middle of the collection; a little bit of the sporty edge she demonstrated in the beginning, a little bit of the romantic tailoring we know she’s well capable of—symbolising an assertive start to her new creative journey at the helm of Dior.

Alyssa Lee, Editorial Assistant: Céline, Look 36

The Parisian not-so-secret key to their intangible cool—their je ne sais quoi—lies in the lack of fuss. Concluding our Wednesday Wishlist edition of fashion week roundups, it made sense to pick one that embodies the nonchalance. Its boxy silhouette makes it fashionable, its ability to hide a food baby makes it desirable—look 36 is my kind of dress. Proportionally flattering despite the wide cut, strong yet fluid with the addition of an entire panel of kick pleats in a light gauzy fabric, and flat but not shapeless owing to subtle pleats at the yoke and bunched up sleeves—the simplicity of the dress deceives. Also a testament to the wonders styling, colour play that is both tonal and contrasting really elevates the look. Red stockings, hmm, who would have thought!

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Buro Loves
8 High-tech beauty devices to elevate your hair and skincare game

02.07.2020
By Kelly Lim

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Remember the Chanel-branded view-finder box in The Fifth Element that grants instant eye makeup upon application?

In other news, when is that @CHANEL instant makeup applicator from THE FIFTH ELEMENT going to be a thing?! @LauInLA pic.twitter.com/27TlKtdyRt
— Claire Gendel (@Clairetastic) July 14, 2016

While AR beauty filters may first come to mind to resemble the futuristic tool in real life, the future is nearer than you think. Though custom-formulated makeup is still on the way ( L’Oréal has developed an at-home cosmetics and skincare system set to launch next year), a growing generation of (ever-improving) smart facial devices full of multifunctional innovations is taking over the beauty world.
Whether it’s toning, cleansing or fighting blemishes and acne, these gadgets offer hyper-personalised, high-tech treatments that will offer you immediate solutions for healthier skin and hair—and save you a trip to the professionals.
As contactless interactions continue to be prioritised during the new normal, what better time to upgrade your at-home beauty routine and maximise the impact of your daily self-care by joining the cutting-edge revolution? Scroll on to bring your wellness game to the future:
Foreo UFO 2
Face mask lovers, this one’s for you. Effective for all complexions and accessible to everyone, Foreo’s bite-sized UFO 2 condenses a 20-minute treatment to leave your face glowing in less than two minutes.

Compatible with a veritable smorgasbord of mini circular sheet masks, the latest generation of its hydro-masking gadget enhances its signature T-sonic pulsations with heating and cooling functions to help relax facial tension, trigger detoxification and boost the skin’s absorbency, allowing serums and ingredients in the mask to penetrate more deeply. The UFO 2 also comes with upgraded LED functions that include eight different light therapy colours ranging from collagen-boosting red and skin-brightening green to sunburn-soothing orange and anti-inflammatory cyan.
Use it with the accompanying smartphone app that comes preloaded with guided routines to help you tackle your skin concerns—and even locate it when it goes missing.
Shop here at RM1,316
NuFace Trinity Facial Toning Device

NuFace’s two-pronged microcurrent massager stimulates facial muscles and improves facial contour in just 20 minutes, boosting your brows, cheeks and jawline with instant elevation by toning and firming the skin. Effortlessly easy to use, the ingenious handheld device emits low-voltage currents that mirror your body’s own to stimulate collagen and elastin production while offering overall repair of the skin.
Also available in petite sizes for those constantly on the go, it comes with a leave-on gel primer and adjustable pressure intensity to give you a non-invasive facelift that will leave you with radiant, youthful skin.
Shop here at RM1,393
Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx SpectraLite FaceWare Pro

Inspired by Dr Dennis Gross’s in-office lasers, this universal-fit mask uses light technology by combining powerful anti-acne blue light with four spectra of red to smooth wrinkles, firm skin and diminish discolouration for a beautiful, youthful-looking complexion. Taking only three minutes to work its magic, the futuristic FDA-cleared faceware is also hands-free, allowing you to get your chores done or binge on a Netflix marathon while your skin gets the TLC it deserves.
Shop here at RM 1,843
Dermaflash Dermapore Ultrasonic Pore Extractor & Serum Infuser

To save you a trip to the dermatologist (or rid you of days spent squeezing those pores in front of a magnifying mirror, which you’re not supposed to do anyways because it ruins your skin), Dermaflash has created a revolutionary device that takes the art of pore purging to new and safe heights.
The techy ultrasonic tool helps to work some seriously deep cleaning by removing impurities from deep within your pores through the use of its steadily vibrating wand and inflammation-reducing white light. Once the extraction process is over, turn it over and activate infuse mode to help your moisturisers and serums sink in better.
Shop here at RM471
Clarisonic Mia Smart

The ultimate skin-cleansing tool, the Clarisonic Mia Smart will upgrade your face-washing to the next level and more. Its gentle oscillating motions help to exfoliate your skin and remove every inch of makeup, oil and dead skin on your face, alongside functions that will help quickly de-puff your under-eyes, give a facial firming massage and even buff on your foundation.
Additionally, the advanced tool syncs up data to your phone so you can track how your skin responds to customised skincare routines, tracking your journey to a more radiant and clearer complexion.
Shop here at RM724
Teresa Tarmey Cryo-Ball Cryotherapy Kit

To help fight redness and reduce inflammation, facialist Teresa Tarmey’s Cryo-Ball will deliver you with an instant ice therapy session that will jolt out all the puffiness in you. This surgical-grade steel ball has to be frozen for at least 24 hours before use in order for its unique, cryo-microcirculation effect to sculpt the face and rejuvenate dull complexions. It also comes with freeze-retaining fluids that include an exfoliating lactic acid toner and hyaluronic acid gel to help plump the skin with moisture and offer an instantaneous glow.
Shop here at RM894
Vanity Planet Aira Ionic Facial Steamer

To unlock cleaner skin, an at-home facial steamer is a good way to soften and open your pores as well as hydrate your skin while stimulating circulation to allow better absorption of masks, serums and moisturisers.
This therapeutic system uses an ion generator to help the steam penetrate more deeply into your pores, in order to release any impurities and dead skin cells that will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed with a clearer complexion. To de-stress, add your favourite essential oil for a mini aromatherapy session and some guaranteed soothing me-time.
Shop here at RM240
Tria Hair Removal Laser Precision

Liberating you from the pains of hair removal, Tria’s travel-friendly, battery-operated device targets your roots by working on the hair under the surface of your skin with diode laser technology to disable hair follicles and leave you with smooth, stubble-free skin.
Thanks to its compact size, the multi-award-winning, FDA-approved device is ideal for targeting specific, harder-to-reach areas such as those under the arms, the upper lip and between the eyebrows, promising 70 per cent reduction in hair after three months of regular use.
Shop here at RM1,243
Ghd Glide Hot Brush

Hailed as the brush that broke the internet, Ghd’s hot brush was an instant success when it first came out for its instantaneous hair taming and smoothening feature. Using a controlled temperature of 185 degrees Celsius (apparently optimum for styling hair) with high density short and long bristles, the tool eliminates frizz without damage in just a few strokes to leave you with healthy-looking, salon-smooth locks to get you ready for the day.
Shop here at RM735

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Lifestyle
ICYMI: Netflix’s Stranger Things takeover at Good Vibes Festival 2019

23.07.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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It appears that Good Vibes Festival 2019 was one of the portals to Netflix’s Stranger Things universe. Festival-goers were transported back to the ‘80s in Hawkins, Indiana while Malaysians enjoyed the tunes of Good Vibes’ line-up. Stranger Things Season 3 recently premiered on Netflix on 4 July so you can imagine the buzz during the festival. To celebrate the latest season, Netflix introduced #StrangerVibes—an immersive experience to the much-loved show. ICYMI: here’s a run-through of the installation and the iconic moments that were recreated.
Welcome to Starcourt Mall
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If you’re caught up with Stranger Things Season 3, you would recognise this exterior as Hawkins’ Starcourt Mall. It’s where our favourite characters hung out for the most of Season 3. Steve got a job scooping ice cream at the local ice cream parlour and it’s where Eleven and Max went shopping during their girls’ day out. But little did they know then that beneath the floors were a team of Russian scientists with a sinister agenda.
Enter Joyce, Jonathan and Will Byers’ home
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The wallpaper and wooden panelling is a dead giveaway to the Byers’ one-storey family home in Hawkins, Indiana. If you didn’t catch this reference, you would’ve when you walked through that door. Inside, the familiar sight of Christmas lights hung across the mirrored room with painted letters, throwing back to the first season where Joyce Byers communicated to Will when he was in the Upside Down.
 Riding around Hawkins, Indiana
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One of the main photo opportunities during #StrangerVibes at Good Vibes Festival 2019 were the row of bicycles, complete with walkie-talkies secured to the handles. You may remember the bikes as Mike, Will, Dustin and Caleb’s main mode of transportation in Season 1. If and when Stranger Things returns for a fourth season, they’ll be riding around in cars already. They grow up so fast.
That van scene
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Speaking of bicycles, one of Stranger Things’ most memorable moments happens while the gang is escaping the federal agents that experimented on Eleven in Season 1. Eleven showed her telekinetic powers by flipping one of the vans in mid-air, allowing them to escape.
Gamers paradise
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The opening to Stranger Things Season 2 was recreated with an actual arcade. The scene was a great reintroduction to the characters as we caught up with the boys who have grown up and out of Will’s basement playing Dungeons and Dragons for hours on end and graduating to… video games. But hey, no shade. Video games for the win. Let’s not forget how Max slayed the boys’ high scores.
Happy Halloween
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After a harrowing experience being stuck in the Upside Down in Season 1, Will soon finds out he is yet to be free from his nightmarish ordeal in Stranger Things 2. During a night out trick or treating for Halloween, Will caught a glimpse of the show’s main villain-The Mind Flayer. Malaysian illustrator, Lyn-Hui Ong recaptured the bone-chilling scene in her signature style and was one of the handpicked artists by Netflix to join in the #StrangerRewind project.
Hello again, demogorgons
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Spoiler alert: There are no demogorgons in Stranger Things Season 3, so it was a nice surprise to see the monsters during #StrangerVibes. Weird thing to say, but we miss the sight of them this time round. Compared to the latest season’s antagonists, the demodogs aren’t so scary.
The city skyline
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The climax of Stranger Things 3 occurs during the town’s 4th of July carnival, and has become the backdrop of the newest season’s teaser posters. Here, Netflix replaced the scene of Hawkins, Indiana with our very own Kuala Lumpur.

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Beauty
Best celebrity beauty looks of the week: Rihanna, Hailey Bieber and more

03.12.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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This week, celebrities are giving us new meaning of relearning the basics of beauty with flawless yet natural-looking skin that served as the best makeup canvas. A slew of models had a worthy track record to behold: Karlie Kloss showed off her enviable complexion (the phrase ‘peaches and cream’ is apt to reference here), Hailey Baldwin worked a glossy pout at the Versace Pre-Fall 2019 show, while Barbara Palvin was the epitome of a barefaced beauty during her camping trip with beau Dylan Sprouse. Golden girls who gave us a run for their highlighter include Rihanna (repping Fenty Beauty’s latest, naturally) and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley who turned up the heat in sultry makeup.
Extra brownie points go to eye makeup looks that beckoned a double take—a dash of electric pink in the inner corners of Kylie Jenner’s eyes for a pop of colour, and Shanina Shaik’s smouldering smokey eye (perfectly complemented with voluminous waves).
Karlie Kloss

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Fashion
NYFW SS16: Watch the Tommy Hilfiger SS16 show here
#TommySpring16

14.09.2015
By Cai Mei Khoo

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Couture wedding gowns that will make you feel like a fairytale princess

Don’t have a ticket to the Tommy Hilfiger Spring/Summer ’16 show? We’ve got it covered. Watch the show right here, going live tonight at 11PM.

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