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#BUROBinge: A recap of the previous Spider-Man movies before ‘No Way Home, from 2002’s ‘Spider-Man’ to 2019’s ‘Far From Home’

16.12.2021
By Genie Leong

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The latest Spider-Man movie, Spider-Man: No Way Home, is upon us. You may have missed the previous Marvel Cinematic Universe movies featuring Spidey—or forgotten what has happened till now in the MCU (which is completely understandable and forgivable).
With plenty of fan theories swarming the Internet, some of the Spider-Man film lore can get confusing too, especially for new fans. So fret not, for we’ve got your back! Here’s a full and friendly recap of all the Spider-Man movies—from 2002’s Spider-Man to 2019’s Far From Home—to refresh your memory, before you watch the highly anticipated No Way Home.
Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy
Spider-Man (2002)
Directed by Sam Raimi, Toby Maguire stars as the popular web-slinger, who starts off as a typical high-school nerd—he’s near-sighted, scrawny; the whole deal. On a field trip to a genetics laboratory, Peter is bitten by a genetically engineered “super spider”. The next morning, he wakes up to discover that not only is he no longer gawky and no longer in need of his glasses, he even has superhuman spider-like abilities.

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Glasses? Who needs them?
Peter enters an underground wrestling tournament, wanting to use the prize money to buy a car and impress Mary Jane ‘MJ’ Watson (Kirsten Dunst). When the event promoter cheats him of his winnings, he allows a thief who breaks into the promoter’s office to get away, only to find out that the thief killed his beloved Uncle Ben while getting away. In the aftermath of this tragedy, Peter turns to crime-fighting in the eminent blue and red suit, under the persona of (you guessed it!) Spider-Man.

Spider-Man and MJ’s famous upside-down kiss
The villain in this movie is Norman Osborn (Willem Dafoe), owner of Oscorp and father to Peter’s best friend, Harry Osborn (James Franco). Oscorp is developing super-soldier serums and has plans to secure a contract with the military. Norman experiments upon himself and creates an evil split personality who goes on to be dubbed as the Green Goblin. When he finds out that there are plans to force him out of Oscorp, Norman—in the form of the Goblin—turns up to assassinate the company’s board at the World Unity Fair. He and Spider-Man have their first scuffle, in which Peter is wounded. Later at Thanksgiving, Norman sees Peter’s injury and realises he is Spider-Man. With this knowledge, he goes after Aunt May and later, MJ.
In their final battle, Norman reveals his identity and begs Peter to stop attacking while he positions his glider to impale Peter from behind. Thanks to his Spider-Sense, Peter is able to avoid the incoming glider, but it ends up stabbing and killing Norman.

 The Green Goblin’s death
Peter delivers Norman’s body home and is caught by Harry, who believes Spider-Man killed his father and vows revenge. Realising that the enemies of Spider-Man who figure out his identity will go after his loved ones, Peter rejects MJ and tells her they can only be friends.
Spider-Man 2 (2004)
We’re introduced to Dr Otto Octavius, a nuclear scientist leading a fusion power project sponsored by Oscorp, which Harry now leads. Dr Octavius befriends and mentors Peter. Whilst at a research demonstration, a power spike occurs, destabilising the fusion reactor and fusing Dr Octavius’ mechanical arms to his nervous system, giving the menacing contraption’s AI control of his mind and body. Under the influence of the arms, Dr Octavius becomes Doctor Octopus and quickly becomes Spider-Man’s next enemy as he rains havoc on the city in an attempt to redo his previously failed experiment.

Spider-Man vs. Doctor Octopus
Finding it increasingly impossible to balance his superhero persona and normal life, Peter has an emotional breakdown after finding out that MJ is engaged to another man and loses his powers. He quits being Spider-Man, but his powers are reinvigorated when Dr Octopus abducts MJ. Harry, still bent on revenge, makes a deal with Dr Octopus to capture Spider-Man so Harry can kill him, in exchange for the isotope tritium needed to fuel his nuclear reactor. The deal is fulfilled, only for Harry to be completely shocked when he discovers that Spider-Man has been his best friend all along.
Spider-Man engages Dr Octopus in his waterfront laboratory just as his experiment begins. Spider-Man manages to short-circuit the mechanical arms and in a moment of clarity, Dr Octopus sacrifices his life to stop the nuclear reactor. During the fight, Peter’s mask falls off and MJ, who had been held captive in the lab, sees his face and realises that it’s Peter who’s been rescuing her all this time. Despite Peter’s warnings that being together would endanger her life, MJ is still in love with him and leaves the altar on her wedding day to be with him.
Spider-Man 3 (2007)
A still-bitter Harry talks with his father’s evil ghost and reinvents the Green Goblin’s technology. Intent on avenging his father, he fights Peter but is knocked out and develops partial amnesia, conveniently forgetting about his conflict with Peter. The two are able to be best friends again.
In the meantime, escaped convict Flint Marko accidentally gets caught in a science experiment while escaping the police and gets turned into the Sandman. He’s confronted by Spider-Man while robbing armoured trucks and defeats the friendly neighbourhood hero. In a twist of fate, it turns out that Marko was actually the man who shot and killed Uncle Ben. While sleeping in his spider suit, an alien symbiote that fell to earth on a meteorite binds to the suit, and Peter wakes up in a black suit that he finds enhances his powers but brings out his dark side. While fighting Marko again, Peter is filled with negative emotions and no longer holding back, bursts a water pipe and washes the Sandman away.

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Flint Marko/Sandman
Harry regains his memory and once again goes after Peter. In an argument, he throws a bomb at Peter but under the black suit’s influence, Peter slings the bomb back and the explosion defigures Harry’s face. His new dark personality also alienates MJ. Peter only sees that the black suit is corrupting him when he accidentally hurts her. He retreats to a church bell tower, where he discovers that the symbiote hates high-pitched sounds. The ringing of the church bells helps to repel the symbiote from the suit but it attaches to Eddie Brock, a photographer that has been following Spider-Man, and births a new villain: Venom.

The symbiote attaching to Eddie Brock
Venom seeks out Marko, who survived the earlier water attack, and the two form an alliance to kill Spider-Man and capture MJ—because what better way is there to lure out the spider? Outmatched, Spider-Man is pinned in a fight and hope seems to be lost until none other than Harry Osborn shows up with the Green Goblin technology and a sense of forgiveness. With Harry’s help, Spider-Man is able to defeat Venom, but at the price of Harry’s life. Marko gets the chance to explain to Peter that Uncle Ben’s death was an accident and that it’s haunted him ever since. Peter is able to forgive him and allows Marko to escape. The end of the movie (and the trilogy starring Tobey Maguire) sees Peter and MJ reconciling and sharing a dance at the jazz club she works at.

The Amazing Spider-Man reboot
The Amazing Spider-Man (2012)
Andrew Garfield plays the superhero in a new universe where Peter Parker’s parents were scientists doing genetic research on spiders. After they mysteriously disappear and end up being killed, a young Peter is brought up by his Uncle Ben and Aunt May. While investigating his parents’ death, a now-teenage Peter is led to Oscorp, which is where he receives the all-important spider bite that gives him his powers. In a more comic-accurate depiction, Andrew Garfield’s Spider-Man is unable to produce his webs on his own and unlike his film predecessor, must engineer them himself.
Peter meets the one-armed Dr Curt Connors (Rhys Ifans), his father’s former colleague. Connors is working on experiments to regenerate limbs and with Peter’s help, as well as his late father’s work papers, finds some success while testing on mice. In school, Peter gets into an altercation, nearly exposing himself. Uncle Ben is called in to meet with the school principal and due to a change in his work shift, asks that Peter walk Aunt May home on that night. Distracted by his experiments with Dr Connors, Peter forgets to do as his uncle asked, which results in an argument with Uncle Ben. Peter runs out and drops by a deli where the cashier refuses to let Peter buy milk when he’s short on cash. Peter stands by when a thief robs the deli and, like in the original 2002 Spider-Man movie, the same thief kills Uncle Ben.
Using his superpowers, Peter becomes the vigilante Spider-Man, determined to find the criminal that shot his uncle. He attracts negative attention from the city’s police, particularly from Captain Stacy, the father of Peter’s school crush Gwen Stacy (Emma Stone). Peter gets his girl a lot faster in this movie and does not conceal his superhero identity from Gwen.

Spider-Man and Gwen Stacy
Under pressure from Oscorp, Dr Connors experiments on himself to regenerate his arm (you can see a common theme here) and turns himself into the Lizard. Deranged, he concocts a plan to turn the entire city into monstrous lizard people just like him. Peter manages to make an antidote and cures Dr Connors in time to prevent his scheme. However, Captain Stacy who comes to help fight the Lizard is fatally injured, and upon recognising Peter, requests that Peter stop dating Gwen in order to protect her. When Peter relays this message to Gwen, she adamantly refuses the separation and the two continue their romance.

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The Lizard

The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
After graduating high school, Peter starts feeling guilty about ignoring Captain Stacy’s dying request. This causes tension between him and Gwen and they break up (spoiler: at least for a portion of the movie).
This sequel’s villain comes in the form of Electro (Jamie Foxx), who starts off as the gentle electrical engineer and Spider-Man admirer, Max Dillon. After falling into a tank of genetically-engineered electric eels, Max turns into a human electric generator and causes a blackout in Times Square. He’s detained by Spider-Man and sent to the Ravencroft Institute where he’s studied by scientists.

Electro
The sequel also introduces Harry Osborn, Peter’s childhood friend who learns that his father’s terminal illness is hereditary, and is appointed as the new head of Oscorp after his father dies. When symptoms of his genetic illness surface, Harry becomes desperate to find a cure and becomes certain that Spider-Man’s blood could be the key. Knowing that Peter sells pictures of Spider-Man to the Daily Bugle, Harry tries to persuade Peter to help him get in contact with Spider-Man for a blood transfusion. Peter refuses and when Harry is framed and forced out of Oscorp by the company board, he makes a deal with Electro to help him get back into Oscorp in return for setting Electro free. Harry gets his hands on stored super-spider venom, but injecting this does quite the opposite of curing his illness; the venom transforms him into the Green Goblin.

The Green Goblin
Electro and Spider-Man face-off, and with Gwen’s help, Electro is overpowered (quite literally). However, victory is not yet within arms’ reach, as the Green Goblin swoops in. The Goblin sees Gwen and with knowledge of Peter’s relationship with her, deduces Spider-Man’s identity and attacks Peter for refusing the blood transfusion. In their fight, Gwen falls down a clock tower as Peter subdues the Goblin, and Peter rushes to catch her but fails. Her head hits the ground, killing her instantly.
Depressed and guilt-ridden, Peter quits the superhero life but receives advice from Aunt May—basically, “with great power comes great responsibility”. The film ends with Spider-Man coming back to fight a new villain and one of the Sinister Six, The Rhino.

The Marvel Cinematic Universe
Captain America: Civil War (2016)

Spider-Man in ‘Captain America: Civil War’
In 2016, a new Spider-Man was introduced to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), played by Tom Holland. Skipping over most of the hero’s origin story—the spider bite, Uncle Ben’s death, etc—Spider-Man is recruited by Iron Man aka Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) to join the tech genius’ side in the conflict against Captain America (Chris Evans).
Spider-Man Homecoming (2017)
After the events in Civil War, Peter yearns to become a proper Avenger but Tony Stark thinks he isn’t ready. Subsequently, Peter is confined to being a small-time hero, fighting crime around the city. He stumbles across the Vulture aka Adrian Toomes, a crook with a flying suit who’s selling alien tech-powered weapons to criminals. Despite warnings to not get involved with the Vulture, Peter pursues the case to Washington, D.C while on a school trip, where he rescues his friends, including his crush Liz, from the explosion at the Washington monument. Peter attempts to disrupt one of Toomes’ arms deals on the Staten Island Ferry, but a malfunctioning weapon rips the boat in half. Iron Man comes to the rescue, but an angry Tony confiscates Peter’s suit as punishment for rash behaviour.

Vulture
Back to normal high-school life, Peter asks Liz to go to the homecoming dance with him, but on the night of the dance, discovers that Toomes/the Vulture is Liz’s father. When he finds out that Toomes is planning to hijack a plane transporting technology from Avengers tower. Peter dons his old homemade Spider-Man outfit and fights the Vulture on the planes. The plane crashes, and Toomes almost dies when his suit malfunctions. Peter saves him and the Vulture is incarcerated, and Liz moves away. With Peter having proved himself, Tony returns his spider suit and offers him a position among the Avengers, the latter of which Peter declines in favour of a more normal teenage life.
Avengers: Infinity War (2018)
Tom Holland reprises his role as Spider-Man. The movie’s villain, Thanos, needs no introduction. His Q-ship first arrives in New York City, providing the perfect opportunity for Peter to help the Avengers battle the purple fiend. Peter works closely with Iron Man throughout the film as the Avengers go head to head against Thanos and his followers. All Marvel fans will be more than familiar with the emotional scene where Thanos, armed with the Infinity Gauntlet, snaps his fingers and erases half the world’s population, including Peter.

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“Mr Stark? I don’t feel so good…”

Avengers: Endgame (2019)

 Avengers assemble!
The superheroes are able to bring back everyone who was vaporised by Thanos, and Spider-Man is back to join the final battle against Thanos. In the end, Iron Man sacrifices himself to save the world and take down Thanos for good, leaving behind a heartbroken Peter.

Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019)
Peter’s grief over Stark’s death carries on into the second film fully focused on Tom Holland’s Spider-Man and his adventures outside of the Avengers. With Tony gone, there is a widespread expectation for Spider-Man to take up the helm as his successor and leader of the Avengers. However, Peter has other ideas for himself; he plans to enjoy his summer as a normal teenager on his school’s field trip to Europe, with added hopes of getting closer to his new love interest, Michelle Jones aka MJ (Zendaya).

Peter and MJ
Peter’s plans are cut short when a Water Elemental monster interrupts their trip in Venice. Here, Peter gets his first glimpse of an interesting new hero, Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal), who flies in and defeats the monster. Nick Fury recruits him on a new mission with Mysterio, whose real name is Quentin Beck. Fury gives Tony’s glasses to Peter as Tony’s successor, and these give Peter command over E.D.I.T.H, the AI system that holds access to Stark Industries databases and a supply of orbital weapons. Beck claims to be from a parallel Earth that was destroyed by Elemental monsters like the water one in Venice, leading him to travel to Peter’s world to save it from the same fate.

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Mysterio
After battling the Fire Elemental in Prague, Peter declines Fury’s invitation to travel to Berlin to form a new superhero team. Instead, he tells Beck to go alone and transfers command of E.D.I.T.H to him. However, it turns out that Beck leads a group of disgraced former Stark Industries employees who desire to acquire E.D.I.T.H. To gain Peter’s trust, Beck used holographic technology to create Elemental monsters and Mysterio’s powers, made even more believable with weaponised drones that deal true damage. A drone piece that MJ picked up during the battle with the Fire Elemental helps Peter realise the truth. He tries to warn Fury but is intercepted by Mysterio, whose illusions make him near impossible to fight. Luckily, Peter is able to figure out how to use his Spider-Sense to overcome this obstacle and disrupts Mysterio’s disastrous attack on London. Spider-Man defeats him, regaining control of E.D.I.T.H. A dying Mysterio orders an associate to retrieve drone data. The reason for this comes to light in the movie’s ending scene: back in New York, a broadcast shows Mysterio framing Spider-Man for the London attack and exposes Peter’s secret identity to the world.

Trailers for the newest Spider-Man movie, Spider-Man: No Way Home show Tom Holland returning to his coveted role, along with Zendaya as MJ and Jacob Batalon as his best friend, Ned. With Peter Parker’s secret identity revealed in the last film, No Way Home

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Spotted: 6 Quirkiest facial foliage this season
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By Wei Yeen Loh

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The hipster beard trend has seen better days, and word is out on the street that fashionistas are bidding RIP to this trend, which had previously seen an increase in beard-grooming kit sales and a dip in razorblade sales. If you’ve ever questioned the appeal behind this fad, be glad to know that scientists have demystified the intrigue by citing that beards (and clean-shaven faces alike) become more popular when they are rare, according to research done by University of New South Wales.
But if you look as debonair as Jared Leto with his ombré tresses and well-kempt ‘stache and beard, you be you and don’t look back. Here’s a round up of quirky facial foliage styles spotted on the runways from dyed beards to lego-bricked ‘facial hair’, because who says you can’t pull couture off if you have got a (hairy) statement to make?
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Fendi relaunches its iconic FF logo with a capsule collection
For the logomaniacs

26.03.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Did you know that Fendi’s notable FF logo stands for ‘fun fur’? Designed by Karl Lagerfeld back in 1965, the logo was a nod to the house’s fur expertise and innovation, evolving through time in the form of allover fabric in Fendi’s iconic tobacco-and-black hues to graphic and geometric reinterpretations circa the ’90s and early ’00s.
More than 50 years later, Fendi is riding high on the logomania trendwagon with a relaunch of the FF logo via a brand new capsule collection, tapping into the street-chic millennial who isn’t afraid to make a statement. The collection encompasses women’s ready-to-wear, footwear and accessories — all emblazoned with the unique, archival squared version of the FF logo. Take your pick from a range of outerwear silhouettes, including shearling bombers and lightweight transparent raincoats with graphic allover patterns; or up the ante with luxe velvet jacquard pieces and sophisticated pajama suits.
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Cool weather options run the gamut from cashmere knitwear to hoodies, and classic pieces include white cotton shirts, cotton gabardine pencil skirts (spot the cuffs and elastic waistbands with the FF logo). Worth copping are Fendi’s iconic bags — the Kan I, Peekaboo, and Runaway — that are embellished with logo-fied velvet inserts, all of which you can customise with the Strap You and Mini Strap You detachable straps. Not forgetting, a handful of footwear designs that will turn heads with every step you take — the Rockoko sneakers and booties.
Fendi’s Capsule Collection will be available at a worldwide preview on Net-A-Porter from 13 April; and in selected boutiques and online from 14 May, 2018. The Net-A-Porter exclusives include two black and white FF logo knitwear and cotton tops, a tobacco silk pajama suit together with the black and white Runaway leather bag, white Rockopop sneakers and a pair of mink and velvet carpet-like slippers.

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Body hair positive accounts to follow on Instagram right now

17.03.2021
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The stigma that surrounds body hair is equal parts idiotic and unnecessary, yet it continues to pervade the spaces of women and brown communities alike. Well, we’re tired of it—so, here we are, rounding up our favourite body-hair-positive accounts.
From candid conversations around the taboo to destigmatising hair through radical self-love, these Instagrammers are unapologetically dismantling your beauty expectations one post at a time. Have a peruse—you might learn something.
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Pop culture catch-up: J-Hope and J.Cole collaborate, ‘The Idol’ script changes, and more
Turn up the music

06.03.2023
By Marissa Chin

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From exciting music projects to startling new script changes to a highly-anticipated show, a lot has gone down in the past two weeks that had the Internet abuzz. Here are the latest pop culture news you might have missed:

J-Hope and J. Cole go On the street

On 3 March 2023, J-Hope released his latest musical project with his biggest idol J.Cole in a dream collaboration. The song is a love letter to the rapper’s passion for street dance and hip-hop, as well as a reflection on his career and life thus far. The lo-fi hip-hop song with a catchy whistle melody has an uplifting message of overcoming the hardships in his past and looking forward to the future. As J-Hope has also begun the process of enlisting in the military, this comforting message could not have come at a better time for fans.
ARMYs would also recognise On the street as the same title for the rapper’s series where he would go live on V-Live to show fans his dance sessions. J.Cole has always been a huge inspiration to BTS and specifically J-Hope in his musical journey. In 2013, just a month into the group’s debut, BTS released  Born Singer, a cover of J.Cole’s Born Sinner. Further, J-Hope often uses “Hope World” in the introductions of his songs and solo parts in group songs, similar to J.Cole’s “Cole World.”

Miley Cyrus revives Backyard Sessions for her upcoming album, Endless Summer Vacation

Want to see Miley Cyrus perform her hit single Flowers for the first time? In anticipation of her eighth studio album Endless Summer Vacation releasing on 10 March, the multiplatinum-selling artist will perform songs from the album as well as seven additional tracks, one of her chart-topping classic hits, and a special performance with Rufus Wainwright! The performances will also take place at the famed Frank Sinatra house which Cyrus filmed in for the music video of Flowers. Further, the Disney+ special will draw back the curtains and provide insight into her new album and the person she is today. Fans of the star will also know that Backyard Sessions was a series Cyrus began in 2012 in which the artist would perform with her band in an intimate outdoor setting. Now, Miley Cyrus—endless Summer Vacation (Backyard Sessions) serves as a continuation to that after a long hiatus. It is set to premiere on Saturday, 11 March on Disney+ Hotstar.

The Idol takes a disturbing new turn amidst Sam Levinson’s takeover

The upcoming HBO show starring Lily-Rose Depp and The Weeknd has been recently embroiled in controversy after Rolling Stone reported from several inside sources that the show went through a massive rewrite with some disturbing and graphic additions. After Amy Seimetz departed the show in April 2022, Euphoria creator Sam Levinson took over as the director and reportedly made many key changes to the plot. According to sources, Levinson had increased the number of graphic sexual scenes and nudity. Some of the leaked script drafts include Jocelyn (Depp’s character) encouraging Tedros (The Weeknd’s character) to continue to hit her, giving him an erection. This was never filmed. Another alleged scene involved Tedros telling Jocelyn that she had to carry an egg inside her vagina and if she were to drop it, he wouldn’t sleep with her. The only reason this scene wasn’t filmed was that the crew could not think of a way to do it without Depp actually inserting an egg. One of the sources described it as “sexual torture porn” made to gratify “any rape fantasy that any toxic man would have in the show.”

The source also revealed that instead of the premise of the show being about a woman fighting to reclaim her agency in a predatory industry, Levinson and The Weeknd felt it was leaning too much into the “feminist perspective”. As a result, the script has also reportedly undergone a change to fit more of a twisted love story between an aspiring singer and a producer. “It was like the Weeknd wanted one show that was all about him—Sam was on board with that,” a source told Rolling Stone. Blackpink Jennie’s screentime is also said to be greatly reduced as another source shared that she was mostly made to “sit there [and] look pretty.” However, Depp has recently come out in defence of Levinson in light of all this controversy. In a statement provided by HBO, Depp stated: “Sam is, for so many reasons, the best director I have ever worked with. Never have I felt more supported or respected in a creative space, my input and opinions more valued.” The Idol is slated to be released in June.

Meghan Trainor channels her Mother energy for her new single

On 2 March, Meghan Trainor teased her new single, Mother, on social media. The timeliness of the single could not be overstated as the singer is currently pregnant with her second child. In the short video teaser, Trainor lip-synced to the track whilst dancing in an oversized sweatshirt that read “Mother Up”. A day later, the Made You Look singer uploaded the #IAmYourMother dance challenge on Instagram. The song features poppy lyrics with Trainor’s signature upbeat melody and we already know it’s going to be a certified bop!

Ed Sheeran announces new album, Subtract

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We can expect new music from Ed Sheeran very soon! The British singer-songwriter revealed on 1 March 2023 that his next album, Subtract, will drop on 5 May 2023. In his social media post, Sheeran also shared that 2022 had been a challenging year for him due to multiple tragedies such as his wife having a tumour and a close friend passing away, resulting in a decline in his mental health.
Touted as his most raw and personal album yet, this long-awaited acoustic album has been 10 years in the making. The artist scrapped over 200 songs in order to make the “perfect acoustic album” but after a series of setbacks, Sheeran had a shift in priorities. “For the first time I’m not trying to craft an album people will like, I’m merely putting something out that’s honest and true to where I am in my adult life.”
Subtract will also conclude the singer’s iconic Mathematics album era in which all the primary math symbols have been covered: Plus, Multiply, Divide and Equals.

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Montblanc passes on the gift of writing with UNICEF
And you can, too

21.04.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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In other words, of the 650 million primary school-age children, approximately 59 million are out of school. Another 92 million children do not reach fourth grade, and of those that do, 130 million still have not learned the basics of reading and numeracy.

Those are pretty shocking numbers, considering education is widely regarded as a fundamental human right. Think about it: can you get by without knowing how to read or write? You won’t be able to read the news, signboards, product labels, or anything at all. Furthermore, lack of education has been interlinked with generational cycles of poverty and disease.

Committed to make a change, Montblanc has been collaborating with UNICEF over the past 13 years, raising over $10 million dollars that have benefitted education programmes around the world – and this year is no different. With the new Montblanc for UNICEF collection, called ‘Writing Is A Gift’, the special partnership continues to help children across the world find their way to quality education and a brighter future. Each item sold from the limited edition collection (up till 31 March 2018) will contribute towards the donation that will provide more children access to quality primary education.

Known for its deeply rooted foundations in the culture of writing, the ‘Writing Is A Gift’ collection by Montblanc highlights the universal nature of writing and the diversity of world languages. The collection, which includes writing instruments, timepieces, accessories and leather goods, features six characters—six handwritten characters that are usually the first letters children write in school from six different languages: Roman, Arabic, Korean, Chinese, Japanese and Hindi.

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2019 Fashion recap: 15 of the best red carpet looks

31.12.2019
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2019 has been one heck of a ride! Celebrities stepped up their fashion game and brought plenty of jaw-dropping looks this year, creating plenty of iconic moments, feeding our excitement and thirst for viral memes. Lady Gaga stunned in a baby blue gown by Valentino as she accepted her Golden Globe for Best Original Song. Elle Fanning and Margot Robbie were the official belles of the ball during the Cannes Film Festival with their multiple head-turning looks, but it all boiled down to Elle in a 21st century version of Dior‘s New Look and Margot in a sequinned Chanel number that stole the show. Zoë Kravitz turned up to the Vanity Fair Oscar party looking like big bucks—US$24,000 to be precise. Her two-piece attire consisted of an 18-karat gold bra by Tiffany & Co, paired with a fitted black skirt for a casual cool approach to the red carpet.
As for the gentlemen, I will personally credit Timothée Chalamet and Harry Styles as the best dressed men of the year. Timothée’s recent red carpet ensembles while promoting Netflix‘s The King and Little Women have raised conversation on fluid dressing. He was recently spotted in a striking magenta suit by Stella McCartney, and considering Ms. McCartney does not cater to a men’s line, I can only assume Timothée is rocking a women’s cut and boy, does he look good! Harry Styles caused a flurry early in the year with his sheer and frilled Gucci shirt and single pearl earring at The Met Gala. The lace-trimmed sleeves and pussy bows are traditionally associated to feminine attire. Key word here being traditional. I admire these young men for breaking age-old gender stereotypes… but ultimately and most importantly, being authentically themselves, and inspiring others to do the same.
Lady Gaga in Valentino at the Golden Globes 2019

Rihanna in Fenty at the British Fashion Awards 2019

Timothée Chalamet in Haider Ackermann at the Venice Film Festival

Lucy Boynton in Erdem at the SAG Awards 2019

Margot Robbie in Chanel at the Cannes Film Festival 2019

Harry Styles in Gucci at the Met Gala 2019

Brie Larson in Celine at the premiere of Avengers: Endgame

Elle Fanning in Dior at the Cannes Film Festival 2019

Zoë Kravitz in Tiffany & Co at the Vanity Fair Oscar party

Gwendoline Christie in Iris van Herpen at the final Game of Thrones premiere

Lupita Nyong’o in Calvin Klein at the Golden Globes 2019

Gemma Chan in Valentino at the Oscars 2019

Zendaya in Vera Wang at the Emmys 2019

Jason Mamoa in Fendi at the Oscars 2019

Naomi Scott in Brandon Maxwell at the Aladdin world premiere

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#WednesdayWishlist: Favourite accessory at PFW Men’s AW17
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23.01.2017
By Buro247

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

Gwen Ong, Deputy Editor: Hermès Cityslide bag

Véronique Nichanian has spun on various ways to showcase masculinity in the Hermès Fall 2017 collection. In this edition of PFW, double-breasted suits, pinstriped jackets, wool overcoats, skinny leather pants and buckled leather boots took down the runway. The unison of colours and proportions lend a sleek men-about-town look. Fastened with the Cityslide waist pack (or fanny pack if you wish), you’re set to take on the world. The belt bag is not manly in the traditional sense but it is every bit for the self-assured man who carries it with such finesse that you can’t help but to salute him. And then, just borrow it from him forever. I can already tell that the extra large pack – worn as a messenger bag or tote on one shoulder – will come in handy for all my travelling needs.

Jasmine Leong, Senior fashion writer: Louis Vuitton bandana

After months of Louis Vuitton and Supreme rumours circling on the Internet, the collaboration of dreams is finally here. Dubbed as the “hype-ist collaboration of the century”, the French luxury house and New York-based streetwear label blew the roof off at the recent Men’s Paris Fashion Week with their range of apparel, footwear and accessories. While I may not be able to score the perfect size with the denim baseball jerseys and leather sneakers, other add-ons are a little more forgiving. Case in point: the Louis Vuitton x Supreme fiery-red bandana. Whether folded and worn as a neckerchief, tied around the top handle of my bag or styled as a hair accessory, the possibilities are endless. Otherwise, I’ll just steal the trick off the runway and let the silky piece flow with the wind as it hangs loosely on my jeans. #hypebaedreams

Loh Wei Yeen, Fashion & Beauty Writer: Loewe, Look 3

Jonathan Anderson paid tribute to Loewe’s leathermaking heritage this season, showcasing a welcoming abundance of accessories that stole the show alongside knitted pieces and hardy outerwear. It isn’t easy to come across a full, head-to-toe look right off the lookbook or runway that I love, but this one speaks to my hidden love for all things leather and well-crafted. This stunning apron will be my reply to anyone who insists that aprons should only be functional—no, they don’t have to, not when it’s made with Loewe leather. Not to mention, the tote and lace-ups go hand-in-hand with this look to a tee. Who knows, Anderson might be onto something here (functional accessories incorporated to everyday wear, that is).

Rachel Au, Senior Lifestyle Writer: Balenciaga, Look 14

As a whole, I realise my eyes have been wandering on brands and its collections that pay homage to sleek, crisp tailoring. Demna Gvasalia does this well for Balenciaga’s AW17 collection for men, striking the right balance between formal and comfortable. These elements, however, are separate when you zoom in on the accessories. The scarves are dramatically voluminous while the bags are beautifully structured—with the exception of the paper bag-like… bags with Balenciaga stamped on it. My top pick? This gorgeous, minimal clutch that pulses in elegance with its bluish-grey colour, clean silhouette, the thin strap on the flap that gives it just the right amount of detail, and its humble size. It’ll easily be my everyday accessory.

Tan Su Fen, Writer: Valentino, Look 4

Statement-making at Valentino this season came through in slogans by Jamie Reid, the English artist best known for his Sex Pistols album cover art, sewn to sweaters, baseball caps and the back of coats (“Beauty is a birthright, reclaim your heritage” ad “It seemed to be the end, until the next beginning”). I’d take up a cap if I could, but then head accessories usually tend to overwhelm my pint-sized head. The next accessory that caught my attention on the runway, however, is this understated bag that accompanied the long sweeping coat on look 4—all-leather, all-black and all-fitting to carry the bajillion things that I always have with me on the go.

Alyssa Lee, Editorial Assistant: Dior Homme, Look 45

Aha! An item of clothing from the runway that fits my non-sample size and vertically challenged physique. Hats are wonderful but my gripe with them has always been the lack of ventilation that results in hat hair; read: stringy tresses drenched in sweat courtesy of tropical heat. And since the shiny visors of 2012 have largely fallen back into obscurity, I have desperately yearned for a shady equivalent. Hence, the reason why this Dior riff on the ’90s bucket hat fits my head gear checklist. Besides minimalist but conspicuous branding and a trendy slogan emblazoned across the front, an ample brim for adequate shade and the missing crown would mean my follicles will breathe, as will my complexion—breathe a sigh of relief, that is.

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7 Eyeliners you need for a razor-sharp cat eye
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20.10.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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The memo is in: Bold, feline flicks are the only beauty trick you need to master the next season. Given the myriad of dark strokes over the eyes of models on the runways of Spring/Summer 2018, there’s no mistaking that this might just be the most popular eye makeup trend come 2018. At New York Fashion Week, Marc Jacobs recreated different variations of the winged eye for different shapes of eyelids—giving new meaning to its name (‘Blacquer Eye’); while Fendi did the graphic eye some grace by using hues of petrol blue-green over the eyes in a dramatic fashion in Milan.

The key to aceing this look lies in knowing what cat eye shape suits your eyes. If you’ve got small eyes, draw a thinner line over your upper lids and place more emphasis on the lower lash line. Those who have larger eyes can switch both around by drawing a thicker line on the top, along with finishing it with an upward flick at the outer corners of the eyes. Tips for messy situations: Redo the flick instead of your entire eye to save time. After removing the smudge via a cotton bud that has been dipped in eye makeup remover, dab a smidgen of concealer of eye primer around the area to set it—and voilà!

Take your pick from seven eyeliners that will guarantee you a statement-making look:
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Buro Culture Guide: Local art and music events happening in March ’17
What to see and do

03.03.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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

9, 16 & 23 March, Pow-wow sessions @ Uppercase Bangsar
March 2017 sees POW Ideas kick of its inaugural pow-wow sessions on art and design. Happening after work hours, these weekly sessions will comprise of a series of short screenings, talks, presentations and networking sessions. This month they will be screening Netflix’s Abstract: Art of Design, a new series featuring eight design icons ranging from set to automobile design.
Admission is free. For more information, visit the event page.

9, 16, 23 & 30 March, Movie Under The Stars @ Frisky Rooftop Bar
Also happening every Thursday is outdoor movie night (with popcorn!) at Frisky Rooftop Bar. The screening starts at 9.30pm, and here is the movie lineup for the month:
9 March: 12 Years a Slave
16 March: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
23 March: Midnight in Paris
30 March: Unbroken

Admission is free. For more information, visit Frisky Rooftop Bar’s Facebook page.

10 March, South and The Lowlands x The Propositions x Kaya @ ATAS by Bijan FX.
One night, three bands. Still looking to make after-work plans this Friday? We say getting your fix of live music at ATAS by Bijan FX doesn’t sound too shabby. Rock out with South and The Lowlands, The Propositions and Kaya – a fun show is guaranteed as all of them are known for their energetic sets.
RM25 entry charge. For more information, visit the event page.

10 March – 5 April 2017. Yu Nagaba Solo Exbition — ‘A Line’ @ Free art space, Lot 10
Yu Nagaba’s distinctive style is simple, fun and eye-catching. His subjects are usually drawn from pop culture of different eras and various genres, from Star Wars to John and Yoko. His drawings are a combination of pop motifs and sophisticated lines, giving the viewers a different viewpoint of something familiar.

Admission is free. For more information, visit the event page.

11 March, Lovelifest @ Setia City Park
If you still haven’t gotten tickets for Lovelifest yet, we suggest you do – because it’s happening this Saturday! It will be a celebration of local music, arts and life. Plus, you’ll get to watch Yuna perform live, alongside Hujan, OAG, Pastel Lite, Bil Musa and more. There will also be a bazaar, as well as activities like a Bicycle Fun Ride and a terrarium workshop.
For ticketing and more information, visit the website.

15 – 19 March, Amorous Delight: A case of possession of love @ KLPAC
Amorous Delight depicts the complex emotion that is love – the delight and frustrations, the sensuous charms and mad intoxication, the sense of belonging and not belonging – through the poetic language of the body. Performed by the Sutra Dance Theatre, the show and its title derived its nuances of love from an ancient anthology of Sanskrit couplets, Amarushataka.

For ticketing and more information, visit the website.

25 March, Film Screening: Crossroads – Stories of Migrant Workers, Refugees and Stateless People in Malaysia @ Ilham Gallery
A video advocacy initiative by EngageMedia, Crossroads tells the stories of people who have chosen or were forced to leave their homes. It aims to bring the plight of migrant workers, refugees, stateless persons as well as their support organisations to light.
Admission is free. For more information, visit the event page.

Ongoing exhibition:
18 December 2016-16 April 2017, ‘Afterwork’ @ Ilham Gallery, KL
A major group exhibition curated by Freya Chou, Cosmin Costinas, Inti Guerrero and Qinyi Lim, ‘Afterwork’ explores the issues of class, race, labour, and migration in the region, as well as their corresponding aesthetics and histories. It features the work of artists from different generations, contexts and practices, showcasing different approaches and perspectives of the issue at hand.
For more information, visit the website.

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Watch the Dior Cruise 2021 livestream here

22.07.2020
By Joan Kong

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Two weeks after Dior presented a dreamy short film during Haute Couture Week Autumn/Winter 2020, the brand will go ahead with a live runway show to present its Cruise 2021 collection. Staged at the Piazza del Duomo in Lecce, Italy, the event be held without an audience, but night owls can watch the unveiling of the looks from the comfort of your own home tonight.
Watch the Dior Cruise 2021 show at 2.45am Malaysia time tonight:

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3 Malaysian personalities talk beauty routines and the best thing about being a Malaysian

31.08.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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In tribute to Malaysia’s 62nd birthday, we talk to these three personalities on what they love the most about being a Malaysian, AM/PM skincare routines and more.

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Motoring
4 New car launches in Malaysia that you’ll want to test drive

10.06.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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We’re almost halfway through 2021 and although the economy has been slow no thanks to the ongoing pandemic, the automotive industry has kept its wheels turning with several new launches across the sedan, SUV, and even sports car segments. Take a look at four new cars now available in the country, complete with highlights of everything you need to know about each variant.
BMW 530e and 530i M Sport Package

BMW Malaysia has added two locally-assembled variants to its highly successful BMW 5 Series: the seventh generation BMW 530e and BMW 530i.
Design: Both the plug-in hybrid and petrol variants arrive with the M Aerodynamics package—defined by larger kidney grilles, slimmer headlights, and a refreshed signature BMW L-shape taillight. New 19-inch M light alloy Y-Spoke Jet Black wheels also come as standard, complemented by Adaptive Suspension and the M Sport brake with blue-painted brake callipers.
Power: Equipping the two new variants is the inline four-cylinder BMW TwinPower Turbo two-litre petrol engine. The 530e also features the latest generation of the BMW eDrive electric motor, contributing 109hp for a combined maximum output of 292hp and 420Nm of torque. This enables the car to sprint from 0-100km/h in 5.9 seconds, with a top speed of 235 km/h. It takes approximately three hours and 35 minutes for a full charge with a BMW i Wallbox, or under six hours for standard charging with a conventional main socket.
Meanwhile, the 530i outputs 252hp and 350Nm of torque to achieve the century sprint in 6.4 seconds onwards to a top speed of 250 km/h. Unique to this variant is a specially-created sound emitted through a loudspeaker system that alerts pedestrians of the vehicle when it is travelling in full electric, at speeds of up to 30 km/h.
Interiors: Both variants come with the BMW Live Cockpit Professional running the latest BMW Operating System 7. Aside from the athletic M Sport Package trim, the 530i gets an exclusive electrical glass roof, BMW Gesture Control, Head-Up Display, BMW Display Key and Harman Kardon surround sound system; whereas the 530e gets a HiFi Loudspeaker system as standard.
Price (with SST, on the road, without insurance):

BMW 530e M Sport: RM340,800

BMW 530i M Sport: RM395,800

The New BMW 5 Series variants will be available at all authorised BMW dealerships nationwide starting 28th May 2021. Customers may book the new premium executive sedans for RM 1,000 via the BMW Shop Online platform from 29th May 2021.
For more information, visit the official website.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC AMG Line

For those browsing the market for a full-sized SUV, the new locally-assembled GLE 450 4Matic AMG Line is a worthy challenger.
Design: The seven-seater SUV launches with the sporty AMG Line styling, boasting the iconic diamond radiator grille with chrome pins and sporty aprons all-round with large air inlets, as well as MultiBeam LED headlamps and 21-inch AMG multi-spoke light-alloy wheels.
Power: Equipped with a turbocharged three-litre six-cylinder engine generating 367hp and 500Nm of torque, it is capable of making the century sprint in 5.7s with a top speed of 250km/h. You’ll also get extended Dynamic Select transmission modes paired with the AirMatic adaptive damping system, 9G-Tronic nine-speed automatic transmission and the new MBUX.
Interiors: Speaking of MBUX, the innovative infotainment system is now featured on two 12.3 widescreen displays floating on a linear-themed dash. Other notable features include the Burmester Surround Sound System and signature 64-colour ambient lighting, on top of best-in-class safety and driving assistance systems such as Active Distance Distronic, Blind Spot Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist and a 360-degree camera for complete visibility.
Price (with SST, on the road, without insurance): RM475,501.23
For more information, visit the official website.

Ferrari SF90 Spider

If you’re looking for speed, look no further than Ferrari’s most powerful series production supercar—the Ferrari SF90 Spider.
Design: The Prancing Horse’s first production plug-in hybrid Spider takes after the same dynamic exterior of its hard-top sibling—the SF90 Stradale—but with the thrill of open-top driving. To accommodate the retractable hard top (RHT) that deploys in just 14 seconds, the cockpit has been brought forward and features aerodynamic elements to minimise noise and turbulence.
Power: Powering the Spider is a twin-turbocharged V8 engine integrated with three electric motors, paired to an F1 eight-speed, wet dual-clutch transmission. The V8 alone boasts an output of 780hp and 800Nm of torque, which goes up to a monstrous 1000hp in total when combined with the electric motors. This allows it to match the Stradale’s 2.5s century sprint time and top speed of 340 km/h. The battery capacity is rated at 7.9kWh with an all-electric range of 25km.
Interiors: Aside from bringing the cabin forward to make space for the RHT, nothing much has changed from the Stradale, interior-wise. You get a 16-inch curved digital instrument cluster, a multi-function steering wheel, head-up display, a digital gearshift grille and a new navigation system, plus various customisable options for the upholstery and seats.
Price: RM2,088,000 (before duties, customisation options, taxes and insurance)
For more information, contact the Ferrari Malaysia Showroom.
Mini Cooper S 3 Door, 5 Door and Mini Convertible

MINI Malaysia has unveiled not one, but three new models including the Mini Cooper S 3 Door, 5 Door and Convertible, in addition to the latest generation of the Mini Electric.
Design: All three Mini Cooper S models are characterised by an enlarged front grille that forms a single unbroken hexagon, with air curtains replacing the fog lights in the new front bumpers. Piano Black Exterior finishing highlights the door handles, exhaust tailpipes, Mini logos, model badges and fuel lid in black. Side scuttles featuring LED indicators and a wider rear bumper with new rear fog lamps complete the exterior.
Power: True to the go-kart style driving experience, the new variants come equipped with a 2.0-litre four-cylinder Mini TwinPower Turbo Engine accompanied by a 7-Speed Dual Clutch Sports Automatic Transmission. This translates to an output of 192hp and 280Nm of torque. The top speed for the Mini 3 Door and Mini 5 Door is rated at 235km/h, while the Convertible lags slightly behind at 230km/h. As for the century sprint, the Mini 3 Door ranks the fastest at 6.7s, followed by the Mini 5 Door at 6.8s, and the Convertible at 7.1s.
Interiors: Among the key changes inside the car include a redesigned steering wheel with slimmer spokes, a new five-inch Digital Instrument Cluster, and a larger 8.8-inch display with Navigation and Apple CarPlay support. Other updates to the cockpit décor panel, inner and outer air vents, and Mini Ambient Light come as standard.
Price (with SST exemption, on the road, without insurance):

Mini Cooper S 3 Door: RM 253,318.69

Mini Cooper S 5 Door: RM 261,005.83

Mini Cooper S Convertible: RM 274,360.46

The New Mini Electric will be available at all authorised Mini dealerships nationwide and online booking at RM1,000 via the Mini eShop platform here from 2nd June 2021.
For more information, visit the official website.
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How to (safely) DIY your own coloured mascara

29.09.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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You may have had a peek at our cheeky directory for coloured mascara and decided: “Hey, I want to give that a shot! Pink lashes look amazing.” Well, you’d definitely be right there. However, there’s no denying that actually looking for coloured mascara in Malaysia is quite the challenge, with our choices largely limited to blue, black and brown.
Rather than having to shell out way too much in shipping for a single tube of mascara, we thought our efforts would be much better spent going down the DIY route.
We’re not just trying to find the silver lining in our limited choice of cosmetics here, either—being able to DIY your own coloured mascara gives you the freedom to customise your mascara colour however you please, giving you a lot more creative freedom with your makeup!
Ahead, find two easy methods that will give you the look you’re after, without running the risk of catching a serious eye infection (or worse!).
Method #1: The volumiser

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What you’ll need:
• A mascara primer or a clear mascara• A spoolie or a clean mascara wand• An eyeshadow palette in the colours of your choice
This is our favourite of the methods—it takes the least effort and delivers the highest payoff in terms of colour and quality. Not to mention, it’s the most versatile as it can be used with any eye pigments you can get your hands on!
You could use either a clear mascara or a mascara primer for this little hack, but the primer would deliver higher colour payoff. Plus, a side benefit is that using a mascara primer allows you to lengthen and volumise your lashes just as a regular mascara would!
How-to:

Scoop out some mascara primer onto a mixing plate (a piece of aluminium foil will suffice) and deposit some of your preferred colour onto it.
Then, simply mix in the eyeshadow until it is fully incorporated to create your custom mascara!
Apply to your eyes as you normally would and, hey presto! You’re a star.

Tip: When applying to your eyes, make sure you’re keeping the layers rather thin—lest you risk a clumpy lash (or six!). If your lashes do get clumpy, employ the use of a separate, clean spoolie or a lash comb to get a good separation.
Method #2: The liner hack

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What you’ll need:
• A mascara primer• A colourful liquid liner
The second in both convenience and versatility, this method retains your ability to volumise and lengthen your lashes, only this time you’re using a liquid liner to deposit the pigment. An added benefit is that there is no mixing involved, and so there’s considerably less product wastage.
How-to:

Curl your lashes
Apply the mascara primer to your lashes
When your lashes are dry, apply coloured liquid liner over the primer
Voila!

Tip: The more heavy-handed you are with the white mascara primer, the more vibrant your lashes are going to be!
Method #3: The ol’ reliable

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What you’ll need:
• A lighter• A coloured pencil eyeliner of your choice• A spoolie or clean mascara wand
This method will work great for anyone that already has rather thick, long lashes that don’t need any more volumising or lengthening as this isn’t the most buildable method. However, it’s a great way to get the vibrant lash look if all you have at your disposal are a few coloured pencil liners.
How-to:

Use the lighter to apply heat your chosen pencil liner. Do not go to close to the product—you want to melt it, not burn it
Once the product has been softened, quickly run the product through the bristles of the spoolie or wand
Apply immediately to your lashes and you’re done! Just don’t forget to get both the bottom and the top of your lashes—it makes the look far more seamless.

Tip: You may need a few coats of the eyeliner-mascara for it to show up properly on your lashes. If your lashes are particularly dark, this may not be the best method for you.
There you have it—three easy ways to DIY your own coloured mascara. Are you going to give the trend a go?
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Only Watch 2017

07.08.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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Mother’s Day 2023: 16 Luxury gifts to spoil your fashionista mum
Only the finest

21.04.2023
By Phyll Wu

Images courtesy of respective brands

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The Raya festivities are just about to commence, but it’s never too early to start making plans for the next exciting event on the calendar: Mother’s Day! While we should honour our mums every day for all they’ve done for us, the annual holiday is that time of the year when we go the extra mile to shower them with love. And what better way to fill our mums with joy on their special day than to spoil them with fabulous gifts?
Whether you’re shopping for your beloved mum, your grandmother, or even the friend in your life who recently entered motherhood, they deserve nothing less than the very best. If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift, we have your back with these 16 stylish designer gifts they will surely cherish forever.

Dress her up
Every woman has that one (or several) treasured dress in her wardrobe that’s reserved only for special occasions. With Mother’s Day coming up, why not gift your dearest mum a new dazzling dress to wear on her special day? For the bold, girlboss mum, Saint Laurent’s immaculate Long Dress in Shiny Jersey and Valentino’s Short Georgette Dress will make her feel like the supreme queen that she is. Gucci’s whimsical yet elegant Lipstick and Tool Print Silk Dress is perfect for all the vivacious mums out there, while Dior’s breathtaking Dream Long Dress will make any woman feel like an absolute goddess.

Dior Dream Long Dress, Dior

Long Dress in Shiny Jersey, Saint Laurent

Lipstick and Tool Print Silk Dress, Gucci

Short Georgette Dress, Valentino

Level up her shoe game
Designer shoes are one of the most foolproof gifts for any woman, even if her shoe closet is already filled to the brim. If you’re unsure which pair she’ll love, you can never go wrong with Chanel’s timeless Suede Calfskin Slingbacks or Hermes’ versatile Elibe 60 Sandal. Alternatively, if your mum’s a wedges type of woman, Jimmy Choo’s Dellena 100 might just be her new favourite everyday shoes. For a glamourous pick, Manolo Blahnik’s magnificent Lurum Turquoise Satin Crystal Embellished Mules are a must-have!

Dellena 100, Jimmy Choo

Elibe 60 Sandal, Hermes

Suede Calfskin Slingbacks, Chanel

Lurum Turquoise Satin Crystal Embellished Mules, Manolo Blahnik

Upgrade her bag collection
Getting your mum a luxury bag will arguably make you her favourite child—and who wouldn’t want that? It’s a win-win gift! For the dainty mum, she’ll surely love Celine’s charming Small Boston Cuir Triomphe in Smooth Soft Blue Calfskin. Bottega Veneta’s Medium Andiamo and Loewe’s XL Paseo Bag in Shiny Nappa Calfskin are both spacious, versatile, and timeless, making them perfect as everyday arm candies. On the other hand, the striking hues on Ferragamo’s avant-garde Wanda Top Handle with Airbrushing will complement any look with an eye-catching touch.

Medium Andiamo in Inkwell, Bottega Veneta

XL Paseo Bag in Shiny Nappa Calfskin, Loewe

Small Boston Cuir Triomphe in Smooth Soft Blue Calfskin, Celine

Wanda Top Handle with Airbrushing, Ferragamo

Shield her with style
When in doubt, opt for a pair of stylish sunnies! For the fabulous, cool mum, get her Fendi’s dashing Fendigraphy Blue Gradient Shield Sunglasses or Versace’s statement Greca Sunglasses. Alternatively, if she prefers something more feminine and versatile, Louis Vuitton’s chic LV Link Light Cat Eye Sunglasses and Chloe’s à la mode Zelie Sunglasses are both splendid picks.

LV Link Light Cat Eye Sunglasses, Louis Vuitton

Fendigraphy Blue Gradient Shield Sunglasses, Fendi

Greca Sunglasses, Versace

Zelie Sunglasses, Chloe

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#MCODiaries: A day in the life of a Fashion Editor at home

04.04.2020
By Joan Kong

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3rd April 2020, Friday
8am
Good morning! I usually go to bed pretty early (around 11pm), but since the Movement Control Order has started, I’ve been going to bed at 1am. I take my seven hours of sleep pretty seriously, so my alarm’s usually set at 8am.
8:15am
The other routine that I’ve started practicing this MCO? Replacing my daily commute time with a quick 10-minute morning stretch—not so much to increase flexibility, but to kick-start the day feeling a lil’ more energised. I usually follow Blogilates’ videos, but a quick search on Youtube will lead you to many other options.

9am
Working from home also means I can pay more attention to my usually rushed beauty routine. These are the high-low products I’m currently using for my face: Chanel Sublimage La Lotion Supreme toner, The Ordinary’s Marine Hyaluronics serum (I prefer the Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 though), Sisley’s Ecological Compound moisturiser, and thanks to our Deputy Editor Wei Yeen’s reminder, my trusty Bioré UV Perfect Milk SPF50+ sunscreen.
On days I’d like to pamper myself, I’ll replace my moisturiser with a sheet mask (I only use them in the mornings!), and use a jade roller over it. For my hair, I swear by the L’Oreal Professionel Brush Proof spray—I spray it onto my damp hair to detangle the knots and it works like a charm.

9:30am
Work begins! I have a few work stations at home—my bed, the dining table, the desk in my study, and the beanbag in my living room—and I alternate between them depending on my mood. I usually skip breakfast, but when I have something in the morning, it’s usually toast and green tea. Today, I have my favourite cinnamon-and-raisin bagel with cream cheese.

10:30am
A quick concall with my #workfam for our upcoming BURO Hangouts: Live sessions starting next week. After many technical glitches on Google Hangouts, we decided to FaceTime instead which, as you can tell from our faces, worked better.

PS: I’ll be speaking to fashion designer and president of the Malaysian Official Designers’ Association (MODA) Melinda Looi on her and other local designers’ efforts in contributing PPE supply for our healthcare frontliners next Tuesday, April 7 at 8.30pm—mark your calendars!

10:50am
After the quick meeting, I followed up on my interview with a number of fashion designers who are lending a helping hand to the fundraising initiative. As mentioned, Malaysian Official Designers Association (MODA) has initiated a campaign in partnership with FashionValet and IMARET to increase the PPE supply for our healthcare frontliners. Read more here, and find out how you can help.
12:30pm
Staying with family means not having to worry about making lunch (on weekdays, that is), and today, my mum made Hanetsuki-style gyoza that comes with a crispy lattice coating—yum!

1:15pm
Back to work!
4pm
To give the repetitive days a little pick-me-up, I started giving myself some style challenges to complete. The first on my list? Trying out different jewellery trends at home. Another suggestion? Spring/Summer 2020 trends you can start wearing at home.

4.30pm
One style challenge down, the next one starts. With most countries under isolation or lockdown orders, waist-up dressing that’s con-call appropriate has been the topic du jour, and I’ll be putting more effort into my work-from-home outfits the next five weekdays. Stay tuned!

5.30pm
On days where I’m done with work slightly earlier (or when I just can’t focus anymore), I’ll join my friends for a workout. I admit that I’ve been finding it really hard to motivate myself to exercise this MCO, but having friends who video-call to make sure you don’t slack truly helps.

6.15pm
Confession: My love for cheese knows no bounds. I made grilled cheese and tomato soup for dinner on Wednesday, but after watching three-Michelin-starred chef (and my favourite!) Massimo Bottura’s Kitchen Quarantine series on IG TV which featured a recipe for the delicious sandwich, I decided to have that for dinner again today.
Instead of his white sandwich bread (which looked nothing like our sandwich loaf), prosciutto cotto (cooked ham), and smoked provolone cheese, my ingredients featured good ol’ smoked Californian ham, Mozzarella slices (I usually use Gouda or Emmental), and a good amount of butter.
I followed his tip to use a second pan to press on the sandwich so they’ll be oozing with cheese, but instead of spreading more butter on the outer sides of the bread, I used another tip I got off the internet—mayonnaise—to elevate the taste. Try it at home!

7.45pm
While scrolling through my Instagram feed, I read the news that legendary footwear designer Sergio Rossi has passed away from COVID-19 at the age of 84.
Hailing from the Romagna region of Italy, the designer established his eponymous brand in 1968, and it soon became one of the most coveted labels around. Some of his A-list clientele includes Priyanka Chopra, Jennifer Lopez, Bella Hadid and more. May you rest in peace, Sergio.

8pm
Attention Community fans: The series is now on Netflix! From Troy and Abed’s friendship to the always-OTT Dean Craig Pelton to the running gags, it’s, hands down, one of the best shows ever.
I’ve been binge-watching K-dramas ever since the MCO started (I’ve finished Oh My Venus, Healer, My First First Love, Mr. Sunshine and My Secret, Terrius so far), but this is currently on my playlist. And since it’s Friday, I’m winding down with a nice cold beer. TGIF!

As the number of COVID-19 cases in Malaysia continues to rise, during these difficult times, having to isolate at home for a month is nothing compared to the huge sacrifice and dedication made by our medical frontliners. So count your blessings, adhere to the MCO, and #dudukdirumah.
If you’d like to give back, on top of the MODA fundraising initiative, here are 15 more ways you could contribute to the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read Editor Rachel’s #MCODiaries here, and stay tuned for more in the next week.

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Strongbow Nature Remix Lab: A collaboration with KL’s hottest speakeasies
Cider cocktails galore

19.09.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Known for its crisp, refreshing ciders, Strongbow has collaborated with 61 Monarchy, Ikki, Sparrow Bar and enfin by James Won as part of its Nature Remix Lab campaign to spruce up your evenings (or afternoons, if you prefer) with a myriad of innovative cocktails using Strongbow ciders. The team at enfin by James Won has even created an exclusive degustation menu for you to pair with the unique cocktails.

Find out what delightful Strongbow cocktails await you at the following speakeasy bars:
61 Monarchy
Strongbow cocktails by bartender Jason Julian:

The Gold Mule – a mix of rum with a hint of spiciness from ginger syrup and sliced gingeras well as Strongbow Apple Ciders Gold for a sweet finish
Sundown Cooler – a mix of refreshing Strongbow Apple Ciders Honey with tequila, ginger liquer and a touch of herbs
Garden of Eden – a combination of gin with cucumber and lemon juices, coupled with the sweet floral aroma of Strongbow Apple Ciders Elderflower

Ikki
Strongbow cocktails by bar manager Osmud Bernard:

Shinsena – simple and refined flavours with the uplifting floral taste of Strongbow Apple Ciders Elderflower mixed with gin and lemon juice
Sawayaka – pleasant and refreshing with a mixture of Strongbow Apple Ciders Gold, gin, apple syrup, and mint leaves
Biru Soba – a robust twist on a well-known classic, this cocktail infuses whiskey and Strongbow Apple Ciders Honey for a hint of sweetness

Sparrow Bar
Strongbow cocktails by bartender and owner Shawn Chong:

White White Pitcha – a sweet and fresh combination of lychee, peach and lemon with Strongbow Apple Ciders Elderflower
Calling Honey – the perfect summer cocktail with fruity bursts of flavour lightly sweetened by Strongbow Apple Ciders Honey
PJ 59 – an asamboi-fused cocktail complete with the sweet and crisp flavours of Strongbow Apple Ciders Gold

Enfin by James Won
Stonrgbow cocktails by mixologist Jeffri S.:

Dream Geisha – a fresh concoction of Strongbow Apple Ciders Elderflower and a selection of crisp liquors and fresh juices
Woodfire – an aromatic cocktail that combines the sweet notes of Strongbow Apple Ciders Honey with vodka and sweet juices

All cocktails are now available at the respective bars until 25 September 2016.

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BURO Tries: Tennis with Christian Didier Chin at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
The ball's in your court

06.01.2023
By Natalie Khoo

Video: Dennis Kho | Featured images: Sarah Tai for BURO Malaysia

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When it comes to sports, tennis ranks among the top 10 most popular globally. With its long-standing history and world-renowned icons such as Billie Jean King, Serena Williams and Roger Federer, this should come as no surprise. But in case you haven’t noticed (even if you’re not the most athletic individual), tennis has been on a rapid upward trajectory in recent years.
Although badminton, football (or soccer if you prefer), and even squash have higher participation in Malaysia, tennis is on its way to becoming a regular weekend activity among the young and old alike. In the spirit of the new year, Team BURO challenged ourselves to pick up tennis with the help of a professional coach and our very own national tennis player, Christian Didier Chin, at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur.
Peter Burwash International Tennis Centre, Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
The prestigious hotel is one out of only two locations in all of Malaysia to boast the renowned Peter Burwash International Tennis Centre (PBI). For the uninitiated, PBI is known for offering world-class tennis services ranging from programmes, coaching, tournaments and specifically-targeted sessions to fit every level of tennis players—including newbies, enthusiasts and hotel guests.
Watch Team BURO take on our first tennis lesson (for most of us, at least) in the video above. Scroll on to read what we thought of the experience.

Rachel Au, Managing Editor

“It’s been years since I picked up a tennis racket, and I stopped going to the gym since MCO began. Having gotten used to working out at home under the guidance of apps, YouTube videos and Apple Fitness+ virtual classes, it felt good to be exercising with peers and having professionals teach you the right posture and motions. First challenge: Trying to erase the body’s memory of playing badminton because it’s very different—how you swing the racket, serve the ball and receive it. Christian Didier was our guest coach of the day, next to Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur’s resident tennis coach Shah, and he was incredibly patient as he started us off by building muscle memory when it came to the motion of swinging the racket.

“Tip: The arm should be stretched out lest you hurt and exert the elbow joints, which I felt the resulting pain the day after. Swapping over to Coach Shah and his sunny and witty disposition, we trained for speed and reflex. The two and a half hours flew by under the hot sun as we got our hearts racing and bodies sweating buckets. According to my Apple Watch, I had burned 744 kcal. But more than that, it felt good to be moving around the court, trying a ‘new’ sport and hearing that satisfying ‘thunk’ when the ball came in contact with the racket.”

Sarah Hani, Editor

“Growing up, I was never athletic because I had asthma. If I get too active and overexert myself, I’d end up getting a nebuliser treatment at the clinic. Fun! While I’ve outgrown my attacks, I still have not found love for sports and, in fact, was not even part of this tennis session in the beginning. However, I was called to stand in for another colleague who had Covid that week, and I had no choice but to say yes.
“I would say that I’m the least active compared to my teammates, so I was definitely nervous that day standing next to them, even more so with tennis being a professional sport. Talk about intimidating! To my surprise, my hand-eye coordination wasn’t too bad, I could hit the ball almost every time, and the session didn’t feel like a burden at all. It really helped that the two coaches were very laid-back and understanding. We were even given a brief history lesson and learned fun facts about the sport. My only complaint would be about the weather as we were playing at noon under the scorching sun—not a good idea. The session completely changed my mind about tennis and I’d happily participate again if I were given another opportunity.”

Natalie Khoo, Deputy Editor

“I remember trying tennis once, very briefly, during my primary school years and thinking it was one of the hardest sports I’ve played. At the time, I could barely serve the ball across the net, let alone return a shot. And that’s coming from a kid who grew up playing other racquet sports like badminton and table tennis. Needless to say, I was nervous to give it another go. Thankfully, Coach Shah and Christian made it less daunting by focusing on the basics first. After more than an hour of warm-ups, drills (including throwing and catching a ball and frisbee), and practising our strokes, it became easier to get the hang of swinging the racquet and anticipating the ball.
“Granted, we could barely get a rally going for more than three continuous shots until we gave it our all for an impressive round in the last five minutes. That said, I’d take Christian’s (spoiler alert) 7/10 rating at the end of the lesson as a solid sign to book another session. Learning from the pros and being patient with the process definitely helps—and having companions with you makes it all the more fun!”

Marissa Chin, Lifestyle & Culture Writer

“With this being my first proper tennis lesson in my life (a 15-minute session with my mom before she anger-quit on me doesn’t count), I was very nervous. My impression of tennis was that you needed to have crazy arm strength, fast reflexes and endless stamina—all of which I do not possess. However, Coach Shah and Christian really made a difference. Both offered different styles of teaching: Christian with tons of positive reinforcement and Coach Shah giving me the tough love I needed. We only practised swings for just over an hour but by the end of it, I actually managed to hit the tennis balls over the net and across the court. I take that as a huge win and honestly feel that I would improve my tennis skills rapidly if I were to continue lessons! If you can handle Coach Shah’s savage remarks about your fashion style and form, give it a go!”

Peter Burwash International Tennis Centre
Address: Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6am to 10pm daily
Email: [email protected]
Contact: +603 2179 8733
For more information about PBI’s services, click here.

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Introducing Les Colognes Louis Vuitton, the first unisex fragrance range from Louis Vuitton

11.04.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Louis Vuitton‘s new unisex fragrance collection, the Les Colognes, is inspired by a very surprising geographical location that’s synonymous with great beaches, surfers, and an appetite for adventure: California, the sun-kissed state along the West Coast. Master Perfumer Jacques Cavallier Belletrud had a notion to encapsulate the scent of a never-ending summer, from the colours of the sunset to the beckoning light of dawn.
“I dreamed of creating a perfume with airiness. Locating the sensitive frontier between a pleasant but fleeting summer eau and the permanence of a perfume that expresses itself on the skin over time,” says Belletrud. “Sun Song, Cactus Garden and Afternoon Swim are the colours of summer and of endless summer nights which they extend because I created them with the same respect as great perfumes, with rare and natural raw materials whose qualities are exceptional. These are perfumes of light, with notes that burst to reveal all their inherent naturalness.”
The packaging of Les Colognes Louis Vuitton is a colour-soaked snazzy statement that’s a far cry from the sophisticated subtle look of Louis Vuitton’s debut fragrance collection. LA multimedia artist and filmmaker Alex Israel lent his artistic expertise to the perfumes, giving all three emblematic artwork that perfectly captures the spirit.

You’ll like Afternoon Swim if you love: Citrus anything and the smell of the ocean
Notes: Orange, bergamot, mandarin
This eau de parfum is a tribute to the orange—a groundswell of citrus including mandarin and orange makes waves, with a dash of bergamot to let the mandarin stand out. “The orange is from Sicily; it’s saturated with juice, like an explosion of vitamins that create a sensation of immense freshness…The combination of these three notes has great magnetic powers,” says Belletrud.

You’ll like Cactus Garden if you love: The smell of a freshly-mown lawn, herbal/green scents, smoky notes
Notes: Maté, bergamot, lemongrass
The outstanding note of Cactus Garden is yerba maté—an evergreen tree native to South America, known for leaves that’s commonly incorporated in herbal drinks. “The maté is the central element, a note I love for its slightly smoky quality and the complexity it expresses in its tropical forest ambiance,” says Belletrud. This cologne is a melange of what you’d scent while lounging in a patio under the Californian sun. Calabrian bergamot and lemongrass add a burst of energy to the sizzling fragrance.

You’ll like Sun Song if you love: First light, the smell of summer—sand, sea, and sun-soaked skin
Notes: Orange blossom, citron, musks
Ever wondered what the smell of a ray of sunlight could be like? Sun Song is that, coupled with a heavy citrus redolence—think a radiant composition comprising a dash of musk to juxtapose the freshness. “Citron brings an incisive accent while the musks are like a caress. It’s a Grasse native’s dream to work with orange blossom in its noblest extracts — neroli, orange blossom absolute and the vivacious essence of petitgrain,” says Belletrud.

Les Colognes Louis Vuitton is now available at Louis Vuitton stores in KLCC and Starhill Gallery.

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Culture
10 Empowering quotes by extraordinary women to live by
Moving forward

07.03.2018
By Buro247

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“I’ve come to believe that each of us has a personal calling that’s as unique as a fingerprint – and that the best way to succeed is to discover what you love and then find a way to offer it to others in the form of service, working hard, and also allowing the energy of the universe to lead you.”
– Oprah Winfrey, talk show host and philanthrophist.

“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.”
– Maya Angelou, poet, singer and rights activist.

“Take criticism seriously, but not personally. If there is truth or merit in the criticism, try to learn from it. Otherwise, let it roll right off you.”
– Hillary Clinton, politician.

“A woman with a voice is by definition a strong woman. But the search to find that voice can be remarkably difficult.”
– Melinda Gates, philanthropist.

“Integrate what you believe in every single area of your life. Take your heart to work and ask the most and best out of everybody else too.”
– Meryl Streep, actress.

“If your actions create a legacy that inspires others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, then, you are an excellent leader.”
– Dolly Parton, singer, songwriter and actress.

“Figure out who are you separate from your family, and the man or woman you’re in a relationship with. Find who you are in this world and what you need to feel good alone. I think that’s the most important thing in life. Find a sense of self. With that, you can do anything else.”
– Angelina Jolie, actress, filmmaker and humanitarian.

“We need to reshape our own perception of how we view ourselves. We have to step up as women and take the lead.”
– Beyoncé, singer and songwriter.

“It is time that we all see gender as a spectrum instead of two sets of opposing ideals. We should stop defining each other by what we are not and start defining ourselves by who we are.”
– Emma Watson, actress and activist.

“When life sucks you under, you can kick against the bottom, find the surface and breathe again. “
– Sheryl Sandberg, chief operating officer of Facebook.

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All the fun things you can do and local brands to buy during Buro at Riuh

26.11.2018
By Stephanie Boey

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#BuroLovesGiving is back for its third year running and we’re changing things up for 2018. Mark your calendars, we’re going to be at Riuh on 8 and 9 December! This round, the monthly market will be held at The Gasket Alley in Petaling Jaya. Continuing our yearly giving initiative, we’re having a Christmas charity market where a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Dignity for Children Foundation. Have you started your Christmas shopping yet? ‘Tis the season of giving so come over to do good while you check things off your list. Keep reading, we’ve got an exciting list of vendors and workshops you wouldn’t want to miss.

Cassey Gan

Get your hands on the the designer’s instantly recognisable panelled dresses. Her modern asymmetrical creations are cut in airy silhouettes using mixed fabrics and vibrant digital prints. This year, Cassey is venturing into homeware (and if you’ve been frequenting The Swimming Club at KL Journal, you may have noticed her prints lining the lounge chairs). Having guests over for the year-end? Decorate your living room couch with soft cotton pillows in Cassey’s signature print.

Wanderlust + Co

No party-ready look is complete without adornments, so get your accessory fix here! Wanderlust + Co’s beautiful gold-plated jewellery won’t break the bank so you can get a couple pieces for yourself and a few more as presents. The latest Wild at Heart collection will be available during the weekend. Our picks: The heart-shaped lockets, signet rings and charm bracelets.

Tsyahmi

Crafted for the feminine sophisticate, the local label balances aesthetics with comfort. You’re in luck as sample pieces will be on sale at Riuh in December. Psst, his vinyl creations from the 2017 Mercury collection is still up for grabs and calling all brides-to-be, the latest bridal collection will too, be on the racks. Also available is the brand’s latest ready-to-wear menswear label – T by Tengku Syahmi. The white tailored shirts would make the perfect gift for your man.

Nelissa Hilman

Looking for new shoes to wear for upcoming party season? Put your best foot forward in Nelissa Hilman’s handcrafted designs for the modern woman. We’ve got our eye on the knotted sandals and heels – they easily take you from day to night. Head’s up, walk away with a free pair of Nelissa Hilman x Goodpair Socks for purchases above RM150.

Handmade Heroes

Suitable for vegans, this new skincare line uses natural ingredients without an ounce of preservatives, synthetic chemicals and animal by-products. They’re cruelty-free too and certified by PETA -an added win in our books. Pamper yourself from head to toe with a clear conscience; their range of face, lip, body, and hair products is incredibly affordable too, nothing’s over RM110.

Buro and Kami Design‘s Gift Wrapping Station

Buying for someone else? Personalise your gift with an artisanal touch. Choose from Kami Design’s extensive range of charms and accessories such as silk tassels and gold bells to holly berries, pine cones and leaves. Also available, customisable greeting cards to complete your gift.

Whimsical

If and when you get tired from all that shopping, treat yourself to our very own Buro gelato flavour — Merry Berry — in collaboration with Whimsical just for Christmas. Prepared using locally sourced natural and fresh ingredients, the brown butter with cranberry and gingersnap crumbs is the ultimate treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Pick up a new skill while you’re at Buro at Riuh, or make your own gifts this Christmas. We’ve got workshops lined up on both days.

Bath Bomb Workshop by Wunderbath

Learn how to make your own bath bomb with Wunderbath founder, Evelyn Marieta. It’ll make a great gift for your beauty obsessed BFF. Personalise yours with a hidden message and decorate it with sprinkles and scents.

All-Natural Christmas Soap-Making Workshop by Saya

Launching in December 2018, Saya aims to be a one-stop cosmetic raw material provider. In this workshop, discover what’s in your soap and experience the making of cold processed soap using plant-based ingredients and essential oils.

Decorating Baked Goods by The Buttercake Factory

Icing at the ready? Learn how to decorate gingerbread men and cupcakes with royal icing and fondant. And yes, your creations are yours to eat after.

Introduction to Brush Lettering by Letterings.my

Looking to make handwritten Christmas cards this year? This introductory class to brush calligraphy will teach you the basics and you get to go home with your own brush set and worksheets for you to practice.

Sign up for the workshops here, or head to the Buro at Riuh event page and RSVP for live updates.

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74th Golden Globe Awards: The winners

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74th Golden Globe Awards: The winners
'La La Land' wins big

09.01.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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Best Motion Picture – Drama
Hacksaw Ridge
Hell or High Water
Lion
Manchester by the Sea
[Winner] Moonlight

Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
20th Century Women
Deadpool
[Winner] La La Land
Florence Foster Jenkins
Sing Street

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Drama
[Winner] Casey Affleck, Manchester by the Sea
Joel Edgerton, Loving
Andrew Garfield, Hacksaw Ridge
Viggo Mortensen, Captain Fantastic
Denzel Washington, Fences

Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama
Amy Adams, Arrival
Jessica Chastain, Miss Sloane
[Winner] Isabelle Huppert, Elle
Ruth Negga, Loving
Natalie Portman, Jackie

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
Colin Farrell, The Lobster
[Winner] Ryan Gosling, La La Land
Hugh Grant, Florence Foster Jenkins
Jonah Hill, War Dogs
Ryan Reynolds, Deadpool

Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
Annette Bening, 20th Century Women
Lily Collins, Rules Don’t Apply
Hailee Steinfeld, The Edge of Seventeen
[Winner] Emma Stone, La La Land
Meryl Streep, Florence Foster Jenkins

Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture
Mahershala Ali, Moonlight
Jeff Bridges, Hell or High Water
Simon Helberg, Florence Foster Jenkins
Dev Patel, Lion
[Winner] Aaron Taylor Johnson, Nocturnal Animals

Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture
[Winner] Viola Davis, Fences
Naomie Harris, Moonlight
Nicole Kidman, Lion
Octavia Spencer, Hidden Figures
Michelle Williams, Manchester by the Sea

Best Director – Motion Picture
[Winner] Damien Chazelle, La La Land
Tom Ford, Nocturnal Animals
Mel Gibson, Hacksaw Ridge
Barry Jenkins, Moonlight
Kenneth Lonergan, Manchester by the Sea

Best Screenplay – Motion Picture
[Winner] Damien Chazelle, La La Land
Tom Ford, Noctural Animals
Barry Jenkins, Moonlight
Kennth Lonergan, Manchester by the Sea
Taylor Sheridan, Hell or High Water

Best Motion Picture – Animated
Kubo and the Two Strings
Moana
My Life as a Zucchini
Sing
[Winner] Zootopia

Best Motion Picture – Foreign Language
Divines
[Winner] Elle
Neruda
The Salesman
Toni Erdmann

Best Original Score – Motion Picture
Nicholas Britell, Moonlight
[Winner] Justin Hurwitz, La La Land
Jóhann JóhannssonArrival
Dustin O’Halloran, Hauschka, Lion
Hans Zimmer, Pharrell Williams, Benjamin Wallfisch, Hidden Figures

Best Original Song – Motion Picture
Can’t Stop the Feeling, Trolls
[Winner] Justin Hurwitz, City of Stars, La La Land
Faith, Sing
Gold, Gold
How Far I’ll Go, Moana

Best Television Series – Drama
[Winner] The Crown
Game of Thrones
Stranger Things
This Is Us
Westworld

Best Television Series – Musical or Comedy
[Winner] Atlanta
Black-ish
Mozart in the Jungle
Transparent
Veep

Best Television Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television
American Crime
The Dresser
The Night Manager
The Night Of
[Winner] American Crime Story: The People v OJ Simpson

Best Performance by an Actor in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television
Riz Ahmed, The Night Of
Bryan Cranston, All the Way
John Turturro, The Night Of
[Winner] Tom Hiddleston, The Night Manager
Courtney B Vance, American Crime Story: The People v OJ Simpson

Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television
Felicity Huffman, American Crime
Riley Keough, The Girlfriend Experience
[Winner] Sarah Paulson, American Crime Story: The People v OJ Simpson
Charlotte Rampling, London Spy
Kerry Washington, Confirmation

Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television
[Winner] Olivia Colman, The Night Manager
Lena Headey, Game of Thrones
Chrissy Metz, This Is Us
Mandy Moore, This Is Us
Thandie Newton, Westworld

Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television
Sterling K Brown, American Crime Story: The People v OJ Simpson
John Lithgow, The Crown
Christian Slater, Mr Robot
John Travolta, American Crime Story: The People v OJ Simpson
[Winner] Hugh Laurie, The Night Manager

Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy
Rachel Bloom, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Veep
Sarah Jessica Parker, Divorce
Issa Rae, Insecure
Gina Rodriguez, Jane the Virgin
[Winner] Tracy Ellis Ross, Black-ish

Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series – Musical or Comedy
Anthony Anderson, Black-ish
Gael Garcia Bernal, Mozart in the Jungle
[Winner] Donald Glover, Atlanta
Nick Nolte, Graves
Jeffrey Tambor, Transparent

Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Drama
Caitriona Balfe, Outlander
[Winner] Claire Foy, The Crown
Keri Russell, The Americans
Winona Ryder, Stranger Things
Evan Rachel Wood, Westworld

Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series – Drama
Rami Malek, Mr. Robot
Bob Odenkirk, Better Call Saul
Matthew Rhys, The Americans
Liev Schreiber, Ray Donovan
[Winner] Billy Bob Thornton, Goliath

Cecil B. DeMille Award
Meryl Streep

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