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Worth it? I used RM4,000 worth of new Dr Dennis Gross products and here’s what I *actually* liked

28.12.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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I’ve been on the retinol hype train on-and-off for the last two years, and so far it has been a tumultuous ride. While premature ageing isn’t a huge concern of mine (yet), I have been struggling with hormonal breakouts and excess dryness (read: scaliness) since the onset of the pandemic—no doubt thanks to the newfound pressures and stressors of on-and-off lockdown life. My skin’s needs are constantly changing, depending on my menstrual cycle, so working out a routine to strike the perfect balance between acne-busting actives and irritation-soothing ingredients took a lot of trial and error.
READ: This is the correct skincare routine for our Malaysian climate, according to Dr Dennis Gross
There is a particular line products that has become quite the holy grail in my routine: Dr Dennis Gross’ new Advanced Retinol and Ferulic line. The brand was actually kind enough to send me the new line, along with the limited-edition version of their cult-favourite Spectralite Faceware LED mask and a few other best-sellers. I’ve used the products for the last month, and I’m here to tell you which products are worth your time (and why!).
Here’s the TL;DR summary in less than 60 seconds:

Here’s the low-down on my skin’s changes: The two weeks leading up to my period is typically when my skin is at its best—it’s when my hormonal acne begins to clear up and when my skin is nicely moisturised. The two weeks after my period tend to be a bit more difficult for me. Not only will my skin be dry and flaky, but it’s at this point that I experience the brunt of my breakouts.
Basically, in the two weeks before my period, my routine is a lot more intensive with respect to actives. As my skin is generally less sensitive at this point in my cycle, I’m generally less likely to get a bad reaction from any potent exfoliants or retinols. In the two weeks following my period, I focus heavily on barrier repair and hydration to soothe any upcoming breakouts and prevent scarring, with gentle exfoliants and retinols sprinkled in here and there.
With that in mind, here’s what I liked from Dr Dennis Gross’ line and how I would use it:
Pick #1: The Dr Dennis Gross Advanced Retinol+Ferulic Texture Renewal Serum, RM305

This serum may actually be my favourite thing from this entire line. The texture is lightweight yet very moisturising, and it gives my skin an incredible glow immediately after application. I typically use this three times a week in the “clear skin” days of my cycle, and I’ve found that it has really helped to fade my acne scars and plump my fine lines. Personally, I use the serum in the evening time and follow it up with a generous moisturiser, but I reckon that those with particularly oily skin could probably stand to skip the extra occlusive layer!
Pick #2: The Dr Dennis Gross Spectralite FaceWare Pro Pearl (Limited Edition), RM2,041

I’m a loyal fan of the Foreo UFO 2 for my LED therapy needs, but this nifty mask is a great alternative in a pinch. Though it doesn’t offer T-sonic pulsations or thermo- and cryotherapy like my go-to, it’s fabulous in a pinch! I’m not a huge fan of the rubber straps as they are too fiddly, but the mask itself is really well designed. In just three minutes, you can treat your skin to anti-ageing red light therapy, anti-inflammatory blue light therapy, or a mix of the two. Personally, I like to use the combined red and blue light therapy to tackle my fine lines and acne when I’m just too lazy to power-mask.
Pick #3: Dr Dennis Gross Advanced Retinol+Ferulic Triple Correction Eye Serum, RM303

I haven’t had a good night’s sleep in many moons, so an eye cream is an absolute must-have for me. I use them religiously, and they are an absolute staple in my vanity. This eye serum, while not moisturising enough on its own, is absolutely wonderful under my usual eye cream. My go-to night eye cream focuses mainly on plumping and hydrating, so this serum adds a really potent anti-ageing boost into the mix that smoothes my fine lines and leaves me looking sprightly come morning.
READ: The best retinol eye treatments you need to invest in right now

Pick #4: Dr Dennis Gross Advanced Retinol+Ferulic Overnight Texture Renewal Peel, RM325

As I mentioned, I struggle a lot with texture. When my skin is in its “angry” phase (also known as when it’s dry, crusty, and prone to breakouts), I tend to treat any unwanted texture with this pad. It does say to use it two to three times a week, but if I’m completely honest, I’m much better off using it once weekly instead. Any more, and my skin begins to feel tight and uncomfortable—the exact opposite of how I want it to feel. Further, once I’ve peeled and primed my skin, I’ll go in with the matching serum for an extra boost of retinol action, following up with my moisturiser.
Pick #5: Dr Dennis Gross Hyaluronic Marine Moisture Cushion, RM260

My go-to night cream for barrier repair and skin soothing is Tatcha’s Indigo Overnight Repair Cream, but this cream is perfect for evenings when my skin is feeling oily and problematic. It doesn’t clog my pores and it seals in hydration very nicely. While I personally think it’s too heavy for daytime use, I love using it as an all-over occlusive at the end of my acne-fighting skincare routine.
And, because all good things come in balance, here’s what I don’t use from the line, and why:
Dr Dennis Gross Advanced Retinol + Ferulic Overnight Wrinkle Treatment, RM350

Personally, this product isn’t for me—premature wrinkles aren’t a huge concern for me at the moment, so I can honestly just give this a pass. The serum alone is plenty effective for me. That said, this “treatment” has become the holy grail of my brother, who uses it to smooth out his forehead wrinkles. I can attest—while the wrinkles were quite deep set a month ago, I have noticed considerable improvements in their severity. Further, he particularly loves the formulation as it is lightweight and non-greasy while being moisturising and effective.
 Dr Dennis Gross Hyaluronic Marine Meltaway Cleanser, RM130

Unfortunately, my skin really does not play well with this cleanser. I have used this cleanser in a plethora of different ways, and I just cannot seem to make it work for me. No matter how much I massage the product into my skin and emulsify it, it doesn’t really help to remove my makeup and always seems to leave an unpleasant, oily residue behind. If anyone has any tips for me on how best to use it, it would be much appreciated. Until then, however, it’s in the “no” pile.
And there you have it—all of the Dr Dennis Gross products that I have tried, reviewed. What do you think?
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NYFW SS16: Kate Spade New York

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NYFW SS16: Kate Spade New York
Florals galore

15.09.2015
By Su Fen Tan

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It sure felt like Spring at the Kate Spade presentation, as the label partnered with floral company FTD to fill the space with thousands of beautiful flowers, charming guests with the lovely floral display and little make-your-own bouquets.
President and creative director of Kate Spade, Deborah Lloyd, dreamt up the perfect collection to go with the enchanting set; sweet hues of pink, blue and yellow were balanced against pops of classic New York City black and white.
The floral theme made a prominent statement in the collection in a variety of patterns—from classic prints and petal appliqués, to chic laser-cut detailing. Wherever it is the flower party is heading to, we want in.
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#HappyHeadlines: K-pop activism continues, new cases drop to single-digit in Malaysia and more

25.06.2020
By Kelly Lim

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We’re halfway into 2020 and it’s crazy how much has happened, and changed, in the last five months. Alongside the ongoing pandemic, we’re also dealing with one of the worst economic downturns in living memory and the challenge of dismantling systemic racism during an age of omnipresent masks, incessant sanitising and constant temperature checks. But buried under the never-ending stream of bad news that dominates the headlines are slivers of hope, shows of solidarity and small acts of kindness—more important than ever during difficult times to help lift our spirits and get through another day.
Below, this week’s roundup of positive news to leave you with a smile:
Cases drop to single-digit as students go back to school

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With only 283 active cases in the country, Malaysia’s COVID-19 daily cases returned to a single-digit after three new cases and zero deaths were recorded over the past 24 hours. Today marks the reopening of secondary schools across the nation after almost three months of closure with Form Five and Form Six students returning to class and to sit public examinations under strict SOPs set by the Ministry of Health and school management guidelines. At the moment, regular morning assemblies and sports activities are still not permitted. However, the rest of the public and private schools, as well as kindergartens, are set to reopen on July 1. This comes alongside the news that social events including wedding receptions, engagement parties, reunion gatherings and religious events, with a maximum of 250 people, will be allowed from the same date.

Kids surprise father in Ipoh with a new car

Last aku tgok ayah aku nangis time dpt result spm, tpi kalini lain mcm terharu rasa.Character ayah aku ni suka melawak, tiba2 bila nangis ni kitorg semua tak expect. pic.twitter.com/RYCErFtR9n
— . (@haziqsapu) June 20, 2020

In a heartwarming Twitter video which has gained more than 153.3k views so far, a father of seven in Ipoh was captured bursting into tears after his children surprised him with a new Proton Persona outside their family home. 24-year-old Haziq Safwan Norzaman told mStar that he and his siblings had planned the surprise about a month ago and paid for the car themselves through instalments and bank loans with the help of another brother in Kuantan. The car was a gift to replace their father’s previous car, which broke down last year and to celebrate the passing of their parents’ 33rd marriage anniversary back in March.
Uncle Kentang helps less fortunate by selling pre-loved items

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Known for his philanthropic work, Kuan Chee Heng, also known as Uncle Kentang, has been organising Pasar 10 Sen for five years now. The initiative helps the poor by selling donated items collected from the public for only 10 cents each, including furniture, clothes, home appliances, mattress, toys and even essential baby items like car seats and strollers. Kuan told MalayMail that he would hold Pasar 10 Sen every week at various locations depending on which area needed it the most: “Donations are open every day and we will sell it once every week. Especially at this moment with COVID-19 and the stress, it’s a good time for us to work together, donate together and walk across this bridge together.”
Queen Elizabeth honours 95-year-old Ghanaian veteran

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Nonagenarian Pvt. Joseph Hammond was honoured by Queen Elizabeth with a Point of Light award this week, a commendation presented to Commonwealth volunteers who positively impacted their communities. Hammond walked two miles per day for a week, raising nearly US$50,000 to help buy PPE for health workers and veterans across the African continent, according to the award organisers. “Overwhelmed with joy,” he said as he told CNN that he was inspired by the story of UK’s Colonel Tom Moore, whose walk raised more than US$40 million for the country’s National Health Service. Both war veterans fought in Myanmar, then known as Burma, during World War II.
K-pop stans and TikTok fans help disrupt Trump’s rally

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After fighting police snitches and white supremacists, K-pop stans came together with TikTok fans to take their political activism to the next level by helping foil Trump’s return to the campaign trail over the weekend. Prior to the U.S. president’s rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the combined fandoms encouraged people to register to the event on social media, and not attend. The Saturday rally ended up taking place with a low turnout, attracting just over 6,000 people, despite Trump saying that he had about one million RSVPs beforehand. Though it’s unclear how much of a role the trolling campaign had in the low numbers, Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez tweeted at Trump campaign manager Brad Parscale after the rally, saying that he had been “rocked” by teens on TikTok with fake ticket reservations. “K-pop allies, we see and appreciate your contributions in the fight for justice too,” she added.
9-year-old raises more than US$100,000 to help Black-owned businesses

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9-year-old Kamryn Johnson and five of her friends decided to start a summer business selling friendship bracelets to help Black-owned businesses and neighbourhoods in Minneapolis that were affected by the pandemic and protests. Named “Kamryn & Friends: Bracelets For Unity & Justice”, the effort has spread joy through the sales of bracelets, raising more than US$100,000 since the group of young friends first set up on May 30. While a portion of the funds goes to Minneapolis’s Sanctuary Covenant Church’s food drive and the Kyle Rudolph food and supply Drive to support less fortunate families, Kamryn’s dad, former NFL player Ron Johnson also told CNN that the focus is to help Black business owners get back on their feet in the wake of the pandemic and unrest.
Pakistan’s loneliest elephant is about to be free for the first time since 1985

Following a landmark court decision, Asian elephant Kaavan, who has earned the moniker ‘Pakistan’s loneliest elephant’, will be set free alongside dozens of other animals for the first time since 1985 after decades of captivity in the Murgahazar Zoo in Islamabad. Music icon Cher shared the good news in a tweet, calling it “one of the greatest moments” of her life after months of campaigning through Free The Wild, the US animal rights group co-founded by her and Mark Cowne. Originally from Sri Lanka, Kaavan arrived in Pakistan at just one-year-old as a gift to General Zia-ul-Haq, the country’s former dictator, and spent decades in a small enclosure with little grass and a dirty pond. Despite little precedent, the Islamabad High Court ruled that the federal capital’s chained animal would be moved to a wildlife sanctuary, marking a major milestone in the fight for animal rights.

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‘House of the Dragon’ Season 1 finale: Recap and Twitter reactions
Dance of the Dragons

25.10.2022
By Marissa Chin

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With the last episode of House of the Dragon Season One premiering yesterday, the hit HBO series has finally reached its end after two months of non-stop action and political mischief. Despite the fact that many were unsure about the show to begin with (remember Game of Thrones‘s ending?), viewers have been captivated by the dragon-riding Targaryens from the get go, with each episode averaging approximately 30 million viewers, according to a Variety report.

The final episode, The Black Queen, ended the show on an all-time high as well, with around 9.3 million viewers catching the premier on HBO and HBO Max. That makes Episode 10 HBO’s most-watched series finale on its platform since its predecessor Game of Thrones concluded with its Season Eight finale with a 19.8 million viewership.
It’s safe to say that the final episode was one of their best yet, with a shocking killer ending that left many speechless and revved up for the next season. Ahead, we recap what went down in the finale, what we know about Season Two, and the best Twitter reactions from fans online. Warning: spoilers ahead.

Enter Queen Rhaenyra Targaryen

Word finally reaches back to Rhaenyra and Daemon that her father, King Viserys is dead, and even worse, Aegon has been crowned king in a public coronation by her ex-BF Alicent. Thrown off by Alicent’s plan, the Targaryens begin their plan of attack. However, the queen is reluctant to start a full-blown war, especially with Aegon the Conqueror’s prophecy at the back of her head.
The two decide that they must rally up support from Eyrie, Winterfell and the Stormlands if they want a better chance of standing up against the Hightowers, and decide to dispatch her two sons, Jacaerys and Lucerys, as messengers to petition their claim for the Iron Throne. They both will take their dragons (they make negotiations extra convincing) with Jacaerys flying to Eyrie and Winterfell, and Lucerys heading to Storm’s End to speak with Borros Baratheon.

The short trip for the 13-year old, however, would not go as planned. The foreshadowing starts when the boy arrives at Storm’s End, but realises that Aemond Targaryen has already beaten him to the punch. Aemond’s dragon, Vhagar, ominously watches amidst the stormy weather as Lucerys’s equally young dragon, Arryx, is visibly anxious at its presence.
Negotiations go awry as Lord Baratheon repudiates Lucerys—Aemond at least came with a marriage proposal in exchange for support whilst the boy only came to remind House Baratheon of their age-old oaths to Rhaenyra’s succession. Lucerys makes his leave, but not without Aemond demanding that he gauges out one of his eyes to repay the one he took out. Lord Baratheon demands that their fight be taken elsewhere, and on ensues a dragon fight that would kickstart a bloody war.

The shocking death of Lucerys Targaryen

Readers of the book would know that this was coming and audiences might have caught on towards the end of the episode that something was going to happen, but it still didn’t make Lucerys’s death any less shocking. Aemond chases Lucerys in the heavy storm and it’s clear that he only means to scare the little boy until their dragons decide to make their own decisions. Vhagar comes extremely close to biting Arryx several times and it would seem that the younger duo have escaped until Lucerys’s dragon, Arryx, shoots a blaze of fire at Vhagar. Angered and uncontrolled by Aemond, the biggest dragon in all of Valyria chases it down and ultimately chomps Arryx, and Lucerys, along with it. Despite his cool pokerface, Aemond is visibly shaken by his nephew’s death and knows that he has inadvertently escalated the war by drawing the first blood.

If anything, this scene also further highlighted the complicated relationship between dragon and dragon-rider, echoing King Viserys in the beginning of the show where he said the idea that they control dragons is an “illusion”. Dragons are still wild magnificent beasts at the end of the day, which make them an unpredictable force of nature and this conflict will surely be explored more in the sequel as dragons become an important leverage for war.
The final scene of the finale shows Daemon informing Rhaenyra of the tragedy and audiences are left with a grief-stricken-turned-angered expression of a queen and mother who’s vengeance is about to rain hellfire on the Iron Throne.

From shock, denial, to despair, fans of House of the Dragon went through, and are still going through, a rollercoaster of emotions. Here are some of the best reactions online.

Those looking forward to Aemond’s conversation with his mother

Alicent listening to Aemond's explanation after killing Lucerys#HouseOfTheDragonEp10 #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/mW6s4G3ElX
— yeah, its khali (@chntally) October 24, 2022

Aemond when he realized he just started an all out war.#HouseoftheDragon #HouseOfTheDragonEp10 #HouseOfTheDragonHBO pic.twitter.com/rmkODxJbK9
— Daniel (@DanSoldtheWorld) October 24, 2022

Aemond after fucking up #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/XVXLD5CTyZ
— bridget x (@bridgetxkate) October 24, 2022

Aemond going straight home to watch #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/hpMLaAjrBd
— Lhaera Targaryen 💗💜💙 (@arualzepol8) October 24, 2022

Alicent: How’d it go Aemond: #HouseoftheDragon #HOTDFinale pic.twitter.com/bJqrbdFl0K
— ✌✌ (@sarcapsm) October 24, 2022

Those who are justifiably afraid of dragons

My face when I saw this mf parked on the fucking castle #HouseOfTheDragonEp10 #HOTDFinale #LucerysVelaryon #Arrax #vhagar pic.twitter.com/ApPnmD0iV7
— Nerea (@nereadelslay98) October 24, 2022

This was bone chilling #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/2rLKO2zI1R
— House Of The Dragon Source (@HOTDsource) October 24, 2022

Arrax: breathes a negligible amount of fire
Vhagar:#HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/vklcOAkI44
— BLM (Bureau of Land Management) (@Haitianpapi505) October 24, 2022

What Lucerys should have done after arriving at Storms End #HouseoftheDragon #HouseOfTheDragonEp10 #HouseOfTheDragonfinale pic.twitter.com/Dzon15UQmV
— Lukas Egner (@akalukas19) October 24, 2022

Those vehemently in favour of Rhaenyra/ Team Black

I will be supporting all of Rheanyra's war crimes next season #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/sf8d665eBz
— Luther E. Bolkart (@LutherEBolkart) October 24, 2022

i support women’s rights but more importantly i support women’s wrongs and i will support her through whatever she does next season. #HouseoftheDragon #RHAENYRA pic.twitter.com/gKVP6iDuqe
— autumn (@autumnrruis) October 24, 2022

at the end of the day, it's still targaryen women supremacy i said what i said!!! 👩🏻🦳 #HouseoftheDragon pic.twitter.com/OzHEsQp3uv
— em & scarlett enjoyer ⧗ (@emiliasoftie) October 24, 2022

Me screaming "DRACARYS!!" at my screen trying to make the dragon just burn every Hightower#HouseOfTheDragon #HouseOfTheDragonHBO pic.twitter.com/kCxwwCfbex
— Insert Witty Name Here (@Danny0215) October 17, 2022

The Daemon fanboys/fangirls

Vermithor when Daemon started singing in high valyrian #HouseOfthedragon pic.twitter.com/DAmUur9IkS
— Nate (@doctorafts) October 24, 2022

Daemon’s “Can I kill him, can I please kill him” looks to Rhaenyra are iconic 😭😂😂 #HouseOfTheDragonEp10 #HouseoFTheDragon pic.twitter.com/HEBgzNNVGq
— Mila (@elaaott) October 24, 2022

Otto: Your sons would be squires and cupbearersDaemon:#HouseOfTheDragon pic.twitter.com/Lp8tTnu7NA
— HOUSE TARGARYEN 🛐 (@this_damaris) October 24, 2022

In summary…

me watching the season finale of #HouseOfTheDragon pic.twitter.com/bj74xNW6nF
— Jesús Targaryen 🫀🗡 (@jesuussromero) October 24, 2022

1. Lucerys was just a kid, but he was loyal af to his mother.2. Rhaenyra lost her father, her unborn baby and her son in just one episode.3. Jace couldn’t say goodbye to his brother.4. We have to wait 2 years for new episodes. #HouseoftheDragon #HOTDFinale pic.twitter.com/23rRV16go9
— LG (@dlauragtz) October 24, 2022

When is Season 2 coming?
With the success of the first season, House of the Dragon showrunner Ryan Condal has already confirmed that the second season is underway and filming will begin in early 2023. While an airing in 2023 may still be possible, our best bet is that fans of the show would probably have to wait until 2024. In comparison, filming for the first season of HOD took place in April 2021 and airing began 16 months after. In the mean time, author George R.R. Martin also confirmed that a Jon Snow spinoff is also in the works, so fans will have plenty to look forward to in the next couple of years.

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5 New K-dramas you can catch on Netflix for May 2021

12.05.2021
By Rachel Au

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With the long weekend coming up—and considering everyone is under a nationwide MCO—this calls for some Netflix and chill. If you’re looking for more specific suggestions other than the shows listed in our BURO TV Guide this month, perhaps this list of new K-dramas for May might be the one(s) to watch.
Mine

When: Beginning May 8
Who’s in it: Lee Bo-young (Mother) and Kim Seo-hyun (Lovers in Paris)
Who’s behind it: Director Lee Na-jeong (Love Alarm S1 and Fight for My Way), screenwriter Baek Mi-kyoung (Strong Girl Bong-soon)
What is it about: Being a daughter-in-law is never easy, especially if you marry into a conglomerate family. For the two strong female protagonists, they’re planning to break society’s expectations and restrictions to reclaim their rights. Mine offers an intriguing insight into the dramatic-yet-glamourous lives of the crazy rich.
Mad for Each Other

When: Beginning May 10
Who’s in it: Jung Woo (Reply 1994) and Oh Yeon-seo (A Korean Odyssey)
Who’s behind it: Director Lee Tae-kon (Hello, My Twenties!)
What is it about: A romantic story of two people—with their own painful stories and challenges—who meet and eventually fall in love. As Noh Hwi-oh and Lee Min-kyung get to know each other better, through their issues with anger management and intense anxiety, the pair find both consolation and love in one another.
Move to Heaven

When: Beginning May 14
Who’s in it: Lee Je-hoon (Signal) and Tang Jun-sang (Crash Landing On You)
Who’s behind it: Director Kim Sung-Ho and screenwriter Yoon Ji-Ryeon (Boys Over Flowers)
What is it about: What happens to your things when you die? For some, the deceased’s possessions are properly cleaned and organised by businesses like “Move to Heaven”. In addition, these trauma cleaners assist with the dead’s final move and convey the messages they’ve left behind. That was what Geu-ru, who has Asperger’s Syndrome, has been doing until one day, his father passed away, leaving him alone with the business. His uncle, Cho Sang-gu, then shows up as his new guardian and the two then runs the company together as they learn the meaning of life and death.
Racket Boys

When: Beginning May 31
Who’s in it: Tang Jun-sang (Crash Landing on You), Son Sang-yeon, Choi Hyun-wook, Kim Kang-hoon, Lee Jae-in, and Lee Ji-won
Who’s behind it: Director Jo Young-Gwang (Hyde Jekyll, Me) and screenwriter Jung Bo-Hoon (Prison Playbook)
What is it about: If you love badminton and heartfelt stories about youths striving for their ambitions, Racket Boys will have you rooting for this bunch of misfits. From a baseball player to an attention seeker to a fashion king, the 16 boys and girls share one common goal: to become badminton superstars.
Law School

When: April 14 – June 3
Who’s in it: Kim Myung-min (Beethoven Virus), Kim Beom (Tale of the Nine-Tailed Fox, Boys Over Flowers), Ryoo Hye-Young (Reply 1988), Lee Soo-Kyung (Parasite)
Who’s behind it: Director Kim Suk-Yoon (Detective K)
What is it about: Who doesn’t love a good crime drama? Especially since Vincenzo has just ended. If you’re looking to fill that ‘void’, Law School might be the next best show to binge. The story takes place at a law school where Yang Jong-Hoon, a former prosecutor, is now a professor with an iron goal of churning out the best talents in the field—with first-year law students Kang Sol and Han Joon-Hwi as prime examples. However, a professor was found dead in school one day, and Yang Jong-Hoon was arrested as the main suspect. He gives the case to the students to prove his innocence.
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Buro MasterClass: Whisky 101 and tips for beginners (especially if you’re a non-whisky drinker)

02.05.2019
By Rachel Au

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Previously, we’ve curated a beginner’s guide to both wine and champagne but these two are among the most popular drink choices, and the more approachable ones as compared to good ol’ whisky. Few know how to appreciate it—and those who do know full well of its treasured value—and many are too intimidated by its image, smell and taste; all because of several age-old misconceptions.
“Whisky is for older men.”
“Whisky isn’t a woman’s drink.”
“Whiskies all taste the same.”
You name it, you’ve probably heard it before. This Buro MasterClass (video above) with sommelier Thomas Ling is here to debunk all that and help you explore the world of whisky, along with some tips to help you “nose” and “savour” this brown spirit a little better.

Is there a difference between whisky with and without an ‘e’?
“That’s one of the most common questions. As we all know, the origins of whisky is arguably from Ireland or Scotland; and they speak the traditional gaellic language and so, there’s a slight variation in terms of spelling. So whisky from Ireland—where it was first made but perfected by the Scotch—is spelt with an ‘e’ while in Scotland, they do away with it.”

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So there are two main types of whisky—one that’s made from malt and another that’s made from grain. What’s the biggest difference and how do we tell it by taste?
“Whiskies are all made from different types of grains: barley, corn, wheat, rye, etc. It depends where the whisky is made and where the abundance of these materials are found. Generally, the main/base ingredient for malt whisky is malted barley, which you’ll be able to find hints of honey and fruit-driven nuance aromas.
Grain type of whisky is basically those made from other grains besides malted barley. For example, whisky in the US is made predominantly from corn so it’s a bourbon whisky and it’s generally sweeter, richer and fruitier in taste. Whisky made from grains such as rye or cereal tend to give off a tinge of spice or cereal notes, which can add to the interesting flavour expressions of whisky.”

How can you tell if a whisky is great or not particularly good?
“At the end of the day, whisky is a personal preference as well as a personal enjoyment. A whisky that you don’t like is basically not a great whisky. However, if you’re looking at it from the aspect of appreciation, then a good whisky can be judged by the three ‘S’es we used earlier—’Sight’, ‘Smell’ and ‘Savour’.
In terms of sight, the colours should be bright—not dull or cloudy—and correspond to the style of whisky that’s labelled. For smell, a good whisky should have at least two or three discernable characters. If it’s one-dimensional, or if all you can smell is the alcohol, then it’s not a very well-made whisky. For example, when we were nosing the whiskies just now, we got aromas of coffee, coconut, toffee, sultanas, raisins, nuances of citrus—these add to the complexity or definition of a great whisky.
Last, but not least, the taste. When tasting it, you should be able to feel textures and how well it integrates on the palate. The more commonly used word to describe it would be ‘very smooth’ or ‘not too harsh’.
Those are all the telltale signs of a good or great whisky and its character.”

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Team Buro’s Choice: The Macallan 12 Years Double Cask

With a golden hue as vibrant as the harvest sun and a top note of creamy butterscotch, toffee, candied orange and fresh oak, it’s easy to like The Macallan 12 Years Double Cask. Just the sound of those rich aromas is enough to make one feel warm and tingly inside. It’s even more beautiful on the palate—balanced with honey sweetness, citrus and caramel, and topped off with a finish that’s warm, sweet, drying with a lingering oak.
But tasting notes aside, there’s a reason for its approachable yet elegant expression and character: The Macallan’s renowned 100 per cent sherry-seasoned Oak cask aging tradition. More specifically, the unmistakable American oak style that’s used. Together with the European Oak, it is the perfect marriage to create a single malt whisky that’s suitable for all occasions and appeals to the wider audience, especially beginners.

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Art Direction: Yi Suen Chong
Location: The Whisky Bar KL, Changkat

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Chinese New Year 2021: 4 Local designers’ collections to shop this year

13.01.2021
By Joan Kong

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Following the rise in COVID-19 cases nationwide, Prime Minister Muhyiddin has announced that all social activities including gatherings during Chinese New Year will not be allowed. That said, although the festivities will be a different one this year, that isn’t stopping us from getting into the Lunar New Year spirit, and we’re doing it the best way we know how: dressing up!
Ahead of February 12, well-loved local brands including Innai Red, Khoon Hooi, Brian Khoo, and Melinda Looi have all launched their Chinese New Year collections. Check them out below:
Innai Red

Innai Red’s 2021 Chinese New Year collection marks the brand’s fourth collection in a row, and this year, the line is inspired by the beauty and energy of one of Kuala Lumpur’s most emblematic landmarks—Chinatown.
Traditional attire including qipao and cheongsam are given a modern update, be it in midi or mini lengths, with cap or puff sleeves, and in form-fitting or wrapped silhouettes. Staying true to its aesthetic, the feminine pieces are finished off with intricate details including 3D floral embroidery, beadwork, buttons with tassels, and more.
Innai Red’s Chinese New Year 2021 collection can now be pre-ordered online.
Khoon Hooi

Khoon Hooi has also launched its Chinese New Year 2021 collection, and the bespoke line, in particular, features 14 different traditional elements that let you fully embrace your heritage. Some of the notable designs include a cap-sleeve brocade qipao with a high Mandarin collar, a halter-neck dress that’s reminiscent of the dudou (the traditional bodice), and a Mandarin-collar coat dress that’s embellished with butterfly buttons.. Modern pieces such as a cropped top and pleated maxi skirt co-ords and a qipao with bell sleeves are also available.
Like the year before, the brand also introduced a ready-to-wear capsule line that comprises two tops, two dresses, and a pair of culottes.
Khoon Hooi’s Chinese New Year 2021 collection can now be pre-ordered online.
Brian Khoo

This year, designer Brian Khoo takes inspiration from chinoiserie décor for his Lunar 2021 collection. Natural landscapes, lush garden vignettes, and blossom prints lend a chic and dainty touch to the array of looks that are crafted from satins and crepes. To amp up the oriental flair, a number of pieces are lined with gold piping details that pay homage to the Japanese Kintsugi (golden repair in English) technique. Aside from womenswear, a selection of menswear and childrenswear are also available.
The collection is also extra special this year, as the brand has collaborated with Talee Studio on a series of knot earrings that perfectly complements the traditional ensembles.
Brian Khoo’s Lunar 2021 collection can now be pre-ordered. Email [email protected] for more.
Melinda Looi

Launched as a part of her Cruise 2021 collection, Melinda Looi’s Chinese New Year 2021 pieces, entitled Péngyou, is an ode to friendship. And in these trying times, it cannot be any more appropriate.
The bright and vivid line comprises cheongsam that comes in a myriad of fabrics and prints, humid weather-friendly top-and-shorts set, and cape dresses with mandarin collar that gives the traditional ensemble a dressier take. A fun suggestion? Layering a chiffon skirt over your cheongsam to switch things up.
Melinda Looi’s Cruise 2021 collection can now be pre-ordered online.

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Music
7 Minutes with Japanese rock band [Alexandros]

27.06.2019
By Su Fen Tan

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Fun fact: the 4-piece rock band from Tokyo was almost named The Leather Boys—because they always wore leather jackets back then. But they eventually settled on [Alexandros], after Alexander III a.k.a. Alexander the Great who was known as the greatest conqueror of the ancient world.  How apt, seeing that the band is well on their way to making a mark in the world with their music, having toured in many countries and performing in major festivals like SXSW (US) and The Great Escape (UK). Last year, their song ‘Mosquito Bite’ was featured as the theme song for the live-action adaptation of Bleach.

And it looks like they can’t stop, won’t stop. The rock outfit has been steadily releasing albums almost every year since their debut record in 2010—that is a pretty rare feat in the music industry these days. This 19 July, [Alexandros] will be coming our way for the second time (they first performed here just last September) with more new material to rock KL! Here, we speak to vocalist/guitarist Yoohei Kawakami ahead of their sophomore visit:

What are your personal musical influences?
“My favorite is UK rock especially mid 90’s. I also like US rock and some Japanese music but mostly rock/pop.”
How would you define [Alexandros]’s sound?
“Wow that’s a tough one. I’d say I can’t really define our sound because we like to flirt around with different genres. I’m really bad at staying at the same spot, but I think we’ll always have the distinctive sound of the guitar most of the time.”
Your latest album was recorded in Brooklyn. What was that like, and did creating music in a foreign city fuel your creativity any differently?
“It was fun, and it really helped fuel my creativity. Recording in a foreign city also made me realise it’s so important to sing in Japanese and think about the Japanese market when we’re making the music—there is a little sense of contradiction there.”
Was there a running theme behind the record?
“Not really, but we are always trying to do something new, and the same goes to this record.”
You guys have performed in quite a lot of places across the world—but is there a dream venue/city where you hope to play someday?
“Not specifically. We would love to go anywhere around the world because we love to meet and communicate with different people. I have no prejudice and don’t care where they’re from, the color of their skin, or what they believe in as long as they are nice.”
I feel like you guys are one of the rare music acts out there who come out with an album almost every year. Are you guys already working on the next one?
“I know, right? I definitely need a break! And yes, we are always working on something so stay tuned.”
What else do you have lined up for 2019?
“We’ll be doing more tours, festivals, and so much more. Next we have a big project coming up with Japanese national TV NHK. We’re going to write a song and perform with 1,000 students who are 18 years old. The project is called 18 Fes, I can’t wait to work with the younger generation. Hopefully it’ll be broadcasted in Malaysia.”
Finally, do you have a message to your fans in Malaysia ahead of your upcoming show?
“I’m so excited to come back and do a gig in Malaysia because I had a lot of fun last time. It’s only been a year but we’ve got some new music to share with Malaysia so I can’t wait!”
[Alexandros] Sleepless in Kuala Lumpur is organised by Toybox Projects, happening on Friday, 19 July 2019 at Bentley Music Auditorium. For ticketing and more information, visit the website.

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Whoops: Steve Harvey announces wrong contestant as Miss Universe 2015
Slip of the tongue

21.12.2015
By Buro247

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Steve Harvey, what have you done? Hosting the mega-pageant of Miss Universe 2015 in Las Vegas, the comedian mistakenly announced Miss Colombia as the winner of the pageant, leaving Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutierrez smiling widely with her new crown, sash, and bouquet of flowers, waving a Colombian flag on stage for nearly three minutes, before crushing her dreams.
We almost couldn’t take Harvey seriously when he returned to the stage to announce that he had made a mistake, and that Miss Philippines Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach was instead the winner, while Gutierrez was the first runner-up. The exchange of the crown was naturally as awkward as such a situation can get.

Harvey apologised profusely onstage, saying, “I will take responsibility for this. It was my mistake. It was on the card,” and continued apologising all over social media. We feel terrible for Harvey, really, even if he did end up misspelling Miss Philippines’ country:

We wouldn’t help but snigger at some of these memes that followed too:

Nevertheless, congrats to Miss Philippines! You’ve done Southeast Asia proud.

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What has 40 years of Saturday Night Live produced? Limitless talent.
Comedy gets serious

12.10.2015
By Buro247

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Yesterday (11 Oct) marked SNL‘s (Saturday Night Live) 40th anniversary, and as seen during their commemorative show back in February, the live series has produced icon after icon over the past four decades. While most of pop culture’s staple comedians began their careers on SNL, many of these personalities have moved on to greater things, be it acting in feature films, or writing and directing them.
The list is extensive, but today, we take a look at five stars who began their careers on SNL who have proven that they’ve got more under those slapstick comedy personas that we may be aware of.
Bill Murray
The most obvious choice for this list, Bill Murray is probably the most diverse actor SNL has ever produced since he began his run in 1977. Having built his on-screen persona of the glum-faced, sleazy and insincere character, Murray had quickly embarked on an array of film genres following his debut success on SNL. He first made a somewhat shocking impression when he co-wrote and acted in an adaption of the novel The Razor’s Edge in 1984, which was a flop. But he soon bounced back and took Hollywood by a storm with critically acclaimed roles in films such as Rushmore and Wild Things in 1998, and of course, his most renowned film Lost in Translation (2003) for which he received an Academy Award nomination.

Will Ferrell
Thanks to his iconic roles in comedies such as Anchorman and Step Brothers, Will Ferrell has easily become this generation’s face of comedy since he first stepped foot onto the set of SNL in 1995. Having become the first SNL star to receive a Golden Globe nomination in 2006, for his role in The Producers, it’s easy to say that Ferrell has probably played some of the most outrageous characters we’ve seen on screen. So it wasn’t utterly surprising then, that nobody could take his Lifetime television movie A Deadly Adoption seriously, an all-too-serious dramatic thriller in which he stars opposite fellow SNL cast member Kristen Wiig. That aside, he proves his more serious acting chops in the 2006 film Stranger Than Fiction, a bittersweet dark comedy about a man named Harold Crick.

Kristen Wiig
It was baffling, the fact that Kristen Wiig’s starring credits were sided with that of Will Ferrells in A Deadly Adoption. The television movie wasn’t quite a hit, but critics were unsure if it was because of its cliché plot, or if it was the fact that two major names in comedy were playing a couple of madly serious characters. Wiig is probably one of the most unassuming of the SNL cast – a perfect female counterpart that can match the outrageous characters Will Ferrell plays – and she seemed to have found a perfect balance between comedy and dramatic characters in her starring roles in Bridesmaids (2011), The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (2013) and Welcome to Me (2014). But as her recent role in The Martian goes to show, the actress almost completely removes herself from her quirky brand of comedy, playing the head of Public Relations for NASA, Annie Montrose.

Amy Poehler
Amy Poehler got her big break when she joined the cast of SNL in 2001. Since then the actress has become somewhat a comic sideshow, appearing in hilarious roles in films such as Mean Girls where she plays the try-to-be-hip sub0urban plastic mom, Mrs. George, and other comedies such as Arrested Development (2004 – 2005), Blades of Glory (2007), and Baby Mama (2008). Most recently she takes on a semi-goofy role as Parks and Recreation‘s enthusiastic Leslie Knope. It was her voicing role as Inside Out‘s Joy however, that threw some of us off playing the Disney-Pixar film’s main voice of no-nonsense, straightforward positivity.

Eddie Murphy
Eddie Murphy made his debut on SNL when he was just 19. A long and lucrative career followed, and the memory of his “Weekend Update” skit began to fade while his signature loud and energetic persona began to thrive with his iconic roles in films such as Beverly Hills Cop, Doctor Dolittle, and The Nutty Professor – all of which became franchises. If not, you would have found him voicing some indistinguishable characters on Disney’s Mulan (1998) and the Shrek franchise. He took a notable turn, however, when he stars in the musical drama Dreamgirls (2006) in which he portrays the soul performer James ‘Thunder’ Early, for which he earned an Academy Award nomination. It is here we see Murphy’s character spiral into a downward depression, all the while showing off his impressive vocals and stage skills.

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The best beauty advent calendars to score for 2022’s festive season
'Tis the season

17.10.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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PSA: Holiday season is nigh! We know what you’re thinking: “Are you crazy? It’s October!” Yes—we know. And we’re here with an official warning: If you don’t get organised now, you’ll miss your chance to score on your gifting this year.
So, to avoid the yearly slew of seasonal stress, we’re here to make things as easy for you as possible.
Ahead, for the first instalment of our holiday beauty gifting series, find our picks for the best holiday advent calendars to shop in Malaysia right now:

YSL Beauté Holiday Calendar

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Count down to the holiday season with this exciting 25-piece advent calendar. Featuring makeup, fragrance and skincare staples from YSL Beauté and housed in a luxurious gold-accented gift box, it’ll put you right in the mood for Christmas.
Available at the YSL boutique in Pavilion KL.

Elemis Skin Wellness Advent Calendar: The Complete Collection, RM1,050

This 25-piece advent calendar is a treat for your skin, containing a generous selection of Elemis’ top sellers worth RM2,437.
You’ll find a mix of full and travel-sized products each day, such as the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, the Dynamic Resurfacing Facial Wash and the Frangipani Monoi Shower Cream.
PS: Once you’ve opened your product of the day, you can even use the packaging to decorate your Christmas tree!
SHOP HERE

Jo Malone London Advent Calendar

Indulge your senses with this gift that is bound to spark joy among fragrance lovers. In Jo Malone’s advent calendar, you’ll find a generous array of body, fragrance and home best-sellers, as well as a limited-edition Snow Globe and Snowball Keyring for your collection.
SHOP HERE

Cult Beauty Advent Calendar, ~RM1245

Worth over RM5,000, this cult-favourite advent calendar is chock-full of exciting gifts (including 13 full sizes!). From Glow Recipe to Sunday Riley to Augustinus Bader and beyond, you won’t want to miss out on this 37-piece collection!
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La Collection Privée Christian Dior Calendrier De L’Avent

This 24-piece advent calendar is luxury itself. Packed with fragrance, makeup, skincare, and body bestsellers from Dior, it’s not one to miss! Some highlights include Rouge Dior 999 fini velours and a travel-sized bottle of La Collection Privée Christian Dior Gris Dior.
The Dior Advent Calendar is available for purchase by invite only.

Ken’s Apothecary Celebrate Magical Moments Advent Calendar, RM499

This year’s festive offerings from the local luxury retailer include 12 exciting skin, body and home products. From the iconic fragrances of Frederic Malle and Diptyque to skincare favourites from Augustinus Bader, Omorovicza, and Caudalie, this is a gift set that’s guaranteed to please.
Pre-order here, in-store and online orders open on November 7.

Diptyque Advent Calendar, RM2,995

Fragrance fanatics, we’ve got the perfect gift for you. Diptyque is back with another divine selection of goodies, packaged in this gorgeous celestial advent calendar. We won’t spoil too much, but you can expect to find a wide array of the brand’s treasures within this 25-part set—including a limited-edition Diptyque home fragrance diffuser.
Available in-store.

Kiehl’s Limited Edition Holiday Advent Calendar, RM439

Worth up to RM1114, this 24-piece advent calendar is a treat to count down to the holidays with, containing best-sellers like the Super Multi-Corrective Cream, the Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum, and the Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Mask.
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Charlotte Tilbury’s Diamond Chest of Beauty Stars, ~RM795

If you’ve been hoping to get your hands on Charlotte Tilbury’s award-winning selection of beauty goodies, this is your chance. The Diamond Chest of Beauty Stars is filled with a premium selection of CT’s best and brightest—complete with a full-sized Lip Oil Crystal Elixir and plenty more travel-sized must-haves.
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Benefit Cosmetics Sincerely Your Beauty Advent Calendar, ~RM315

Benefit lovers, rejoice! The brand has come in clutch with a brand new advent calendar for 2022, packed with 12 of the brand’s best-sellers, including the Hoola bronzer and the Roller Liner—don’t miss out!
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L’Occitane Classic Advent Calendar, RM308

‘Tis the season to be pampered, and what better way is there to indulge yourself than with L’Occitane’s 24-piece advent calendar?
Filled with body care, skincare, and hair care staples from the brand—including the Immortelle Reset Oil-In-Serum and Almond Shower Oil—discover the brand’s iconic lineup of beauty goodies in full- and travel-sized form.
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Shiseido Christmas Advent Calendar, worth RM1,500

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This special advent calendar is for Shiseido fanatics, comprised of 24 of the brand’s most beloved skincare and makeup staples for you to count down to Christmas with. To get the Limited Edition Advent Calendar, simply purchase any Shiseido products worth up to RM1,800.
Available at Shiseido’s Holiday Outpost and Shiseido Boutiques in Mid Valley Megamall KL, Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Suria KLCC and Sunway Pyramid.
Molton Brown Advent Calendar, ~RM1,050

Quintessentially British in every way, Molton Brown has earned its reputation as a leading soapmaker. Its 24-day advent calendar is the perfect way to bring some merry cheer into your day, brimming with divinely-scented goodies like the Rhubarb & Rose Bathing Oil and assorted baubles.
SHOP HERE

Sephora Collection
Wishing You Advent Calendar (Premium Version), RM429
This 24-piece advent calendar contains some incredible makeup, skincare, and hair care essentials for every day of December leading up to Christmas. Now, we won’t spoil, but here are three exciting products to look forward to: The Sephora Collection Mango Hair Sleeping Mask, the Cream Lip Stain and the Quartz Roller.
SHOP HERE

Lush Advent Calendar, RM1630

Designed by ARTHOUSE Unlimited, this 25-piece curation by Lush has everything one could need for a pampering self-care weekend. From cult-favourite staples to the brand’s new holiday collection, it’s a steal!
SHOP HERE

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#RedCarpet: Best dressed celebs this week
Glamour girls

05.06.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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This week saw a slew of events graced by our favourite celebs, including Dior and Gucci Cruise 2017 shows in UK along with film premieres and swanky dinners across the globe. FROW attendees at both shows were decked in their best threads by the maisons, from Kiernan Shipka and Eva Herzigova repping Dior to Alexa Chung’s envy-inducing, contrasting ensemble at Gucci. A noteworthy look that we’re still fawning over is Elle Fanning who delightfully delivers again, this time in Elie Saab Couture at the premiere of ‘The Neon Demon’ in London.

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5 New designer fragrances on our wishlist this month
Scent fiends

16.08.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Gucci Bloom

The first Gucci fragrance developed by Alessandro Michele, Gucci Bloom is a floral bouquet featuring notes that are carefully extracted from across the globe. Natural tuberose that is harvested from India is combined with jasmine bud extracts—all obtained meticulously to leave a fresh green scent. The Rangoon Creeper is also used in this fragrance, the first of its kind that’s used in perfume-making. A native to South India, the flower’s shade changes from white to pink then red when it blooms, and has a powdery scent unlike any other.

Burberry Blush

The latest My Burberry Blush is inspired by a London garden in dawn with flowers in full bloom. Sprightly yet refreshing, the fragrance opens with glazed pomegranate and vibrant lemon, along with a heart made of crisp apple and delicate rose. A floral base of jasmine and wisteria gently rounds off the scent. A head-turner thanks to its sophisticated pink hue, the fragrance bottle sports a horn-look lid in dusty pink inspired by the buttons of a Burberry trench coat; topped off with a hand-tied gabardine knot around the neck of the bottle.

Prada Infusion de Rose

Love your florals but prefer underlying notes of spice to your fragrance? Try the new Prada Infusion de Rose Eau de Parfum—a delightful floral composition that pays homage to the Italian house’s heritage. Top notes of Bulgarian and Turkish rose give the scent a subtle depth, while Italian mandarin and peppermint lend a citrusy, refreshing touch to it. Brazilian mate and beeswax from Laos complete the fragrance with a warm smoky trail in its wake. A noteworthy mention is the bottle that is reminiscent of a vintage flacon, all adorned with the Prada crest that was originally designed by Miuccia Prada’s grandfather in 1913.

Hermès Twilly d’Hermès

When it comes to iconic emblems of luxury houses, there is nothing more relevant than Hermès’ Twilly, the silk scarf that can be worn in a myriad of ways, whether tucked in your pocket or on a wrist. The latest fragrance from the house borrows inspiration from the twirling symbol, aptly named Twilly d’Hermès. A combination of three ingredients (ginger, tuberose, and sandalwood) offer a unique olfactory experience: Think fresh yet mysterious, spicy yet sensual. A ribbon-tie of silk is expertly knotted around the bottle’s neck, akin to a scarf.

Carolina Herrera CH Privée

How often can you find a leather fragrance layered with notes of florals and spice? Far and few between, we’d say. Carolina Herrera explores the unexpected with the new CH Privée, a daring concoction of leather and musk—but with a feminine twist to it. Made for the audacious woman who loves the unpredictable, the scent is a combination of spicy pink pepper, addictive Osmanthus, and sensual vanilla that makes for an exemplary fragrance profile.

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How Under Armour’s new collection helped start my fitness journey the right way
Pink and powerful

15.11.2022
By Marissa Chin

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As someone who doesn’t consistently work out and takes walking downstairs to grab a snack as a form of exercise, the idea of properly starting my fitness journey was really daunting. I think I can speak for a lot of us who wish to get more active, but just don’t know where or how to start. To make matters even more dire, I didn’t have the proper workout clothes save for old leggings, one (yes, just one) jersey, and a pair of sports shoes that have seen better days. And if TikTok videos are anything to go by, I shouldn’t be going to the gym if I can’t slay the gym look.
So, what then? This drove me to work out from home which did offer me the privacy I needed, but not necessarily the motivation. Hence my first point about not working out consistently (read: once or twice a week if I’m lucky). I was in a paradoxical dilemma with myself—until Under Armour reached out to send me their new collection of workout gear. Suddenly, I had a complete set to start my long-awaited fitness journey.
Not pictured: Under Armour HOVRTM Omnia Training Shoes
 So, how did they fare for a newbie like me? Read on for my thoughts below.

Under Armour Mid Crossback Heather Sports Bra

I have to preface this by stating that I have a classic love-hate relationship with sports bras. Whilst I love the support they offer, I’ve also unfortunately been endowed with a pair of very sensitive breasts that will feel sore under any sort of prolonged pressure (team wireless bras represent). My ideal bra needs to be breathable, soft, and offer support while not being constrictive. I understand sports bras have to be tighter than most bras, but the Under Armour Mid Crossback Heather Sports Bra comes pretty close to what I was looking for.

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Since I am just starting out on my fitness journey, I get easily overwhelmed by the different types of sports bras available in the market. But Under Armour doesn’t overcomplicate things with their products. Rather, the Under Armour Mid Crossback Heather Sports Bra is a straightforward, no-frills sports bra that’s easy to put on and take off. I didn’t have to do any body contortions to get out of the bra after a workout thanks to its fast sweat-wicking properties and quick-drying cups, which I was grateful for because no one likes cleavage sweat or walking around with sweat stains. Comfort is also much more important to me compared to support but I found that the sports bra actually offered both. Whether I was jogging or toughing out a HIIT session, I never had to worry about embarrassing boob bounces or readjusting my bra straps. I found myself growing in confidence to attempt high-energy workouts because I knew that I had the right support to do them.

 Under Armour Ankle Leg Twist Leggings

Gym rat or not, I love a good pair of leggings—and when I put on Under Armour’s Ankle Leg Twist Leggings, I knew I had a pair that would be a wardrobe staple. Wearing leggings comes with a bunch of benefits such as offering support and stability to your muscles, and the compressed nature also increases blood flow and muscle oxygenation, which speeds up the muscle repair process. As the leggings are crafted with HeatGear technology, they felt lightweight, breathable and cooling on my body. Further, because the leggings’ length reached down to my ankles, I didn’t have to worry about it riding up and having to incessantly pull them down mid-workout. I also liked the waistband which gave me a lot of support, coverage, and sculpted my body in all the right places. Lastly, the leggings came with a side drop-in pocket which I appreciated for keeping small essential items such as my cards, cash and earbuds case.

Under Armour Twist Tank

Remember what I said earlier about TikTok peer pressuring me out of not going to the gym? As someone who hasn’t stepped foot into a gym pretty much since the lockdown started, I was intimidated not only by how experienced everyone was, but how cool they looked. I may have a pair of good leggings and sports bra now, but that doesn’t mean I am going to strut in with them cause your girl still has insecurities. Thankfully, the Under Armour Twist Tank was the perfect solution to provide me some modesty and up my ‘yeah-she-goes-here’ energy. Also engineered by HeatGear technology, the skinny-racer back tank top features a really soft and comfortable fabric that wicks sweat and dries out quickly. I also like the front-twist detailing and have even worn it as a top when I’m not exercising because of its versatile design.

Under Armour HOVRTM Omnia Training Shoes

Aside from workout apparel, I would say that the biggest reason that kept me from initiating my fitness journey was because I didn’t have the proper shoes. I resorted to a lot of at-home cardio exercises that I could go barefoot in, but after a while, it became clear that I had to do more. I didn’t feel supported in my old sports shoes and had to hold myself back at times where I was jogging for instance, because I was fearful that I would hurt myself. In the Under Armour HOVRTM Omnia Training Shoes though, I can go all the way.

The training shoes were designed to support a range of movements including agile movements such as jumping, braking, quick direction changes, and so on. Because it is built specifically for the female foot with a breathable engineered mesh upper and support, I felt confident in my movements. It is lightweight and comfortable yet offered great cushioning and grip so I can really maximise my movements.
Overall, Under Armour’s new collection has been a great ‘starter kit’ to help me start my fitness journey on the right track. Not only does it provide all the right support and comfort but most importantly, it also empowers me to feel confident in achieving my fitness goals. I simply feel good in them, which is the most an anxious and occasionally insecure exercise newbie like me could ask for.
To shop the collection and power your way through your fitness journey like me, head here.
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9 Skinfluencers to follow on TikTok if you’re a skincare newbie

26.01.2021
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Are you a skincare beginner who can barely tell the difference between a serum and essence? Or perhaps you’ve only got the bare bones of skincare down pat—but would like to start on skincare-layering and investing in actives?
You may already know this, but TikTok is a fun place to start—what with the rise of ‘skinfluencers’ (dermatologists-cum-influencers) who have resorted to fun ways to educate users on the app on skincare basics and the like. Below, we’ve compiled nine skinfluencers on TikTok worth following for their engaging—and useful—content:
Dr. Chris Tomassian | dr.tomassian

@dr.tomassian

Keratosis pilaris! #kp #keratosispilaris #skincare #BoseAllOut #skincareroutine #dermatologist #learnontiktok
♬ Buss It – Erica Banks

From affordable skincare for teenagers to sunscreen over makeup application hacks, Dr Chris Tomassian has a chockfull of skincare tips that you’ll find informative. If you can’t get enough of TikTok dance moves, you’ll like his enthusiastic jigs that accompany his pro tips.
Dr Ryan | skincareryan

@skincareryan

worst advice
Dr Ryan’s TikTok vids run the gamut from quick ways to eliminate pimples to derm-approved feminine hygiene habits. We personally enjoy his blackhead and acne myth-busting via his duets—an easy way to sort through real skincare advice vs Photoshopped ‘hacks’ on the app.
Dr. Zion | dr.zionko

@dr.zionko

✔if you were wondering why we get #Acne #SkinCare101 #LearnFromTikTok #SkinCare #SkincareRoutine #Dermatologist #AcneTreatment #TikTokTutorial
♬ YRN (tik tok) – Tyler April

You may have noticed Korean-born, USA-based Dr. Zion from her signature hydrogel eye patches—often applied right before she starts giving all-encompassing beauty advice on TikTok. Tap to follow for Korean mum-approved beauty advice, anti-maskne tips, and more.
Dr. Mark | Dermarkologist

@dermarkologist

What you need to know about “hair loss” supplements #hairloss #alopecia #femalehairloss #malehairloss #haircare #haircareroutine #dermatology
♬ Oblivion – Grimes

You can count on Dr Mark on unfiltered opinions when it comes to common beauty ‘advice’ i.e. do you really need SPF 50+++ sunscreen?; the truth behind hair loss supplements and more. An avid sunscreen advocate, he often shares his two cents on the beauty fads, underrated and overrated brands to watch out for in the beauty scene.
Dr. Joyce | teawithmd

@teawithmd

#duet with @simplyserenaa microneedling at home: it’s the scarring risk for me. #dermbypark #skincare
♬ Buss It – Erica Banks

NYU-trained dermatologist Dr Joyce covers basic skincare tips (how to get glowing skin) and the occasional myth-busting videos (things dermatologists would never say, the best ways to get rid of acne scarring).
Dr. Shah | dermdoctor

@dermdoctor

Young Forever #dermatologist #skincare #antiaging #beautyhacks #spf #sunscreen
♬ Whoopty – CJ

Clocking in 3.4 million followers and more than 50 million likes for his TikTok content, Dr Shah is a certified skinfluencer on the social media platform—and even on Instagram. Expect a slew of duets, skincare reviews, and expert tips on health conditions.
Dylan Greeney, MD | swolemd

@swolemd

Don’t make these skincare mistakes #skincare #skincareroutine #dontmixtogether #md #skindoctor #tiktokskincare #dermatology #skintok #beauty
♬ I’m Legit – Nicki Minaj

It goes without saying that TikTok’s a great place to pick up a tip or two, and thanks to MDs like Dr Dylan Greeney, you can learn all about basic skincare, common skin conditions, and recommended products via 15-second videos.
Dr. Lindsey, MD | dermguru

@dermguru

Skin signs of #pcos #pcosawareness #hairloss #acne #hirsutism #dermatologist
♬ Sunrise – Official Sound Studio

Rule #1: Stop putting food on your face, says dermatologist Dr Lindsey. We can’t stress this enough—skip the ‘skincare hacks’ that involve lemon juice, apple cider vinegar and anything that sounds like it could be used as a cleaning liquid.
Dr Charles MD | drcharlesmd1

@drcharlesmd1

The dark circle fix! More on IG and in my book! #acid #darkcircles #undereyebags #undereyefiller #fy #fyp #skincarehack #skincareroutine #skincare101
♬ FRIENDS – Marshmello & Anne-Marie

If you’re curious about skin science (e.g. ways to prevent smelly armpits) and skin health (what to eat for healthy skin), author and dermatologist Dr Charles is your new TikToker to follow. Tip: His Instagram account is worth a peek for pro-approved answers to body and wellness FAQs.
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These everything-in-one beauty sets are what we’ll be travelling with this week

03.06.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If I had to make a mid-year resolution, it’d likely be fine-tuning what it means to “travel light”. I don’t typically have a problem with packing clothes, shoes and accessories, but when it comes to beauty things, there’s no such thing as bringing along one beauty bag (unless that bag is the size of a separate carry-on luggage, that is.)
Not that I actually need three serums, five moisturisers, and more than six scents for every mood/look, but I love it when travel sets come with the best picks (not just one solid option and three ‘meh’ ones) that I would actually use when I’m on-the-go.
Ahead, three recently-acquired travel sets that have made it to my “must-keep” list because of the many listed reasons below:
The all-in-one travel kit that will not let you down: Aesop Departure Travel Kit

Includes: Resurrection Rinse-Free Hand Wash, Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm, Blue Chamomile Facial Hydrating Masque, Immediate Moisture Facial Hydrosol, Rosehip Seed Lip Cream, Mouthwash, Toothpaste
Why it’s in my bag: Beauty sets that are this inclusive come far and few between. The ones I usually bring along are four-in-one skincare kits that covers all the basics, or oral hygiene packs to ensure that bad breath isn’t going to be a problem throughout my journey.
Aesop ups the game this season and I’m eternally grateful for this Departure kit that’s packed with not four, but seven fun-sized essentials to keep my face, mouth and hands in check. My favourites include the hydrosol for a quick spritz of hydration, the lip cream to keep chapped lips at bay, and the toothpaste that’ll come in handy for long-distance flights this weekend.
Priced at RM225, available at Aesop stores

The scent stash to ensure you never run out of options: Chanel Les Eaux De Chanel Travel Set

Includes: Les Eaux De Chanel 50ml fragrances—Paris-Deauville, Paris-Biarritz and Paris-Venise, along with a jersey pouch bag and three postcards
Why it’s in my bag: As often as I toy with the idea of lugging along my entire fragrance stash whenever I’m travelling, filling up a string of 50ml bottles of various scents (because, #options) before a trip is way too much of a hassle. But Chanel’s latest travel set is solving that problem easily with a complete set of the Les Eaux De Chanel range.
Tips on how I’d wear this lineup—Paris-Deauville for a daytime jaunt, and Paris-Biarritz for a lovely evening out. But for nights that are made for flights of fancy, Paris-Venise is the perfect finishing touch to my outfit. (Extra points go to the prettiest postcards that would make the best kind of mail no matter the destination you’re at.)
Priced at RM885, available at Chanel Fragrance & Beauty Boutiques
The ultimate cleanser pack for a skin detox: Shiseido Waso Reset Face Cleanser Squad

Includes: Shiseido Waso 70ml face cleansers—Wild Garden, Good Vibes, Romantic Dream
Why it’s in my bag: I don’t usually come across cleansers in packs of three—like Shiseido Waso’s fun-scented, snazzy-coloured Reset Cleanser Squad. (It also didn’t help that the traffic-light hues of this trio made it difficult for me to take this seriously.) But what I liked about it was that each cleanser is laden with superfood extracts to nourish the skin—depending on your skin condition.
Wild Garden has the most refreshing scent and key ingredients such as okra and vitamins A, C and B to rejuvenate the skin, while Good Vibes does what its name suggests—boost your skin with an energising scent and chockful of nutrients. I especially liked Romantic Dream for my evening beauty routine. It smells sweeter than the first two, and comes with skin-tightening properties, which bode well with my post-cleansing nighttime ritual.
Priced at RM125, available for a limited time only at Shiseido stores

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US Open 2019: Best celeb reactions

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US Open 2019: Best celeb reactions

09.09.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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The yearly US Open tennis championships have officially ended with the Men’s Singles Finals earlier today. Currently ranked second in the world of tennis, Rafael Nadal took the win after a close match with Daniil Medvedev. As for the women’s, Serena Williams was expected to win on her home turf. A victory would mean a 24th Grand slam win, tieing her with tennis legend Margaret Court. Unfortunately, she’ll have to wait until next year at the Australian Open 2020 to make that accolade as she was defeated by Canadian Bianca Andreescu in the women’s finals.
The talent on court was matched with the celebrities that showed up to support the players. The tension and excitement was visibly seen on the famous faces that showed up during the weeks of the US Open 2019. Gigi Hadid, Priyanka Chopra and Meghan Markle did not hold back in their reactions while watching the matches. Celebrities, they’re just like us.
For more celebrity reactions during the 2019 US Open tennis championships, swipe below:
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Must-have shades this season: Dior So Real
Architectural lines

31.07.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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The new face of Christian Dior’s Secret Garden Versailles Campaign, it was no surprise when Rihanna arrived at the A/W’14 Dior show decked in a risqué slipdress and red fur coat. But what set tongues wagging was her deconstructed “pantos”-shaped mirrored sunglasses reminiscent of the ’50s and ’60s—although that might have been an understatement as fashion bloggers and editors raved over this linear pair of lenses and it is still trending a year later with both male and female fashionistas sporting the pair at every photo-op possible.
Made of lightweight metal and slender acetate, the Dior So Reals have been refreshed with a new colour palette for A/W’15. Our current favourite (it changes daily) would have to be the bleu marine and pink gold.
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This week’s headlines: Lady Gaga unveils her makeup line, Jo Malone’s first male ambassador and more

14.07.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If you had to pick between Lady Gaga’s budge-proof makeup products or Kylie Jenner’s summer-ready body collection, which would you go for? Below, find out the latest in beauty headlines this week (including where you can get 100% natural, non-toxic, non-GMO skincare in KL):
Lady Gaga’s makeup range is now on Amazon

Lady Gaga is making her much-anticipated cosmetics range accessible for everyone. Haus Laboratories officially launches on Amazon.com tomorrow (wallets at the ready!) and here’s what we gleaned: there will be three “show-proof” products that are super pigmented and long-wearing—including the high-shine Le Riot Lip Glosses, available in shimmer, pearl and pure pigment; the demi-matte RIP Lip Liners that are waterproof, and the Glam Attacks liquid-shimmer powders that can be worn alone or layered for various finishes. What are you most excited for from the Mother Monster’s debut makeup collection?
Kylie Skin drops three new products for summer

Kylie Jenner isn’t slowing down just yet when it comes to her money-milking business endeavours. Barely a few months after launching skincare range Kylie Skin, she gave us an Instagram sneak peek on what to expect from her summer collection: a Coconut Body Lotion, Coconut Body Scrub, and a Broad Spectrum SPF30 Sunscreen Oil. While the first drop is scheduled for July 22—is her summer-scented lineup one you’re stoked for, or will it be a hard pass?
Beyoncé makes a blinged-out statement at The Lion King premiere with her mini me

We’re already excited for the premiere of the live action adapatation of The Lion King, but Beyoncé ups the ante with a headline-stealing appearance with daughter Ivy Blue earlier this week in Los Angeles. Her heavily-embellished getup was complemented with her most unusual hairdo yet—a cornrow ponytail with retro-inspired swirls and pin curls in a dark brown hue coupled with lighter ends. Ivy Blue also had her red carpet hair moment with double buns clinched with blinged out scrunchies—matching mother-daughter looks, done right.
John Boyega is the new face of Jo Malone London

The first Jo Malone London Gent is none other than Star Wars actor and born-and-bred Londoner, John Boyega. His partnership with the fragrance house isn’t entirely surprising—Boyega is very much the epitome of a classic British gentleman. “A born and bred Londoner, John is intelligent, inclusive and witty. He shares our core values of generosity and creativity and is unafraid to speak his mind,” says Jean-Guillaume Trottier, Global President of Jo Malone London. Talk about a matchmake in scent heaven.
Tata Harper is now on Sephora

If you’re all about non-toxic, 100% natural skincare products that are packed with ingredients in the highest levels of concentration, look no further than American beauty brand Tata Harper. The brand dropped on Sephora early this week and we can’t wait to get our hands (and skin) on its non-artificial formulations. Bestsellers include the Regenerating Cleanser, Resurfacing Mask, and the multifunctional Beautifying Face Oil that also works on unruly flyaways.
Sam Smith marched at #QueerBritain with a razor-sharp cat eye

Sam Smith’s repertoire doesn’t merely include singing, performing and the occasional fashion statement. The singer sported an understated beauty look to the streets of London during the Pride in London parade—we’re talking a classic flick (done with liquid liner), a swipe of mascara and light pink lip gloss. Are his beauty chops as #winning as his fashion sense?
Victoria Beckham meets Huda Kattan

Put two savvy #BossGirls together and you might just get a collab that’s too worthy of words. Fashion designer Victoria Beckham recently hung out with beauty entrepreneur behind Huda Beauty, Huda Kattan in London and we can’t wait to see what will transpire from their first encounter IRL. If Victoria Beckham’s 2017 collab with Estée Lauder is anything to go by, let’s just say that we can expect major news from her namesake beauty label in no time.

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Doja Cat shaved her eyebrows off and it looks hot, actually

07.08.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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In case you missed it, Doja Cat debuted a very different look on Instagram Live last Thursday. Having shaved her head beforehand, the singer explained her decision to get buzzed before taking a razor to her brows live on camera.
“I don’t like having hair—I’ve never liked having hair,” she begins, explaining that she felt that there was no point in having hair when she never wore her natural hair out in public anyway.
She then went on to explain her frustration at the inconvenience of wearing wigs full time: “I remember feeling so exhausted with working out… I’d be wearing wigs and they would be getting tacky because of the moisture, and then they’d start sliding and peeling off of my head. I’d be working out, but I couldn’t focus because I was more concerned with how I looked and how my hair was doing.”
According to the Grammy winner, there’s only one regret: that it took this long for her to shave her head in the first place. So, riding that high (and taking a fan’s dare to heart), Doja Cat then retrieved her shaving supplies and got rid of her brows too.
Watch her shave her eyebrows here:

It isn’t a conventional look by any means, but the pop star has proven its versatility. In a set of selfies published since her livestream, she has experimented with all kinds of eyebrow shapes, from graphic to floral and beyond. Here are all the looks we’ve been loving:
This floral take on the ’20s flapper brow

This heart-shaped variation

This trendy ’00s tribal design

This romantic white tribal design

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Charles & Keith opens renewed concept store at Mid Valley Megamall
Clean and sleek

03.10.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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At 3,300 square feet, Charles & Keith’s newly revamped store in Mid Valley Megamall is worth a trip just to take a look at the brightly lit space. Featuring sleek modern furnishings and a newly added LED panel that highlights videos of the brand’s latest seasonal offerings, the store also includes a magnetic wall that displays accessories (similar to the idea of flat lay pictures but accessories are propped on the wall instead) along with a custom jewellery wall.
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Charles & Keith‘s new concept store is located at Lot G002 & Lot G003, Ground Floor, Mid Valley Megamall.

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Dressed up Fridays: How to style a pencil skirt
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31.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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As April is the month we’re dedicating to celebrate our inner #BossGirl, we take boardroom-dressing to a whole new level this Friday. Pencil skirts are a formal yet feminine way of channeling your power woman status, here’s how you can do it:

Put away stuffy collared, button-down shirts this Friday and go with a contemporary silhouette such as this charming bell-sleeve cady top from Roksanda. Those dramatic sleeves are really all you need to make your power-dressing ensemble stand out.
Shop: Roksanda Truffaut stretch cady top

The skirt of the hour is an intriguing contrast of all sorts: Pastel pink and leather? Bring it. This pencil skirt from Scanlan Theodore is really the embodiment of going against the grain. Who says pencil skirts always need to be black and boring?
Shop: Scanlan Theodore leather pencil skirt

Complement your navy and pastel pink getup with these pretty ear accessories from Aurélie Bidermann. A cluster of sapphire stones are encased within a glass case drop attached with 18kt-yellow gold winding hooks for a modern touch to your look.
Shop: Aurélie Bidermann earrings

Power dressing doesn’t always have to be monochromatic and/or minimalistic. This snazzy animal-print clutch from Givenchy is just the statement accessory you need to elevate your outfit. How does one resist bold leopard print in the form of calf leather anyway?
Shop: Givenchy Iconic Print leather clutch

Can you tell we’re all about matchy colours this week? Go for a leg-lengthening effect with Tom Ford’s embellished python pumps in a lovely blush hue. Any darker choice of footwear might be too jarring to pair with your skirt, and we love how the label’s signature padlock and key spruce up an otherwise boring pair of pumps.
Shop: Tom Ford embellished python pumps

Busy running around all day for back-to-back meetings? We recommend going with a waterproof and smudge-proof eyeliner to bring out your peepers, such as Chanel’s Stylo Yeux Waterproof eyeliner. Remember to have fun in your beauty game in subtle ways, such as using a brilliant shade of blue to define your eyes.
Shop: Chanel Stylo Yeux Waterproof Long-Lasting Eyeliner

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Sulwhasoo has a knack for making what’s old new again
A different kind of beauty

12.09.2017
By Buro247

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Beauty was never just skin-deep with Sulwhasoo. Held up by solid roots in Korean heritage, Sulwhasoo expounds upon the wisdom of old masters within their established line of beauty products while reviving the spirit of tradition through cultural patronage activities that have spanned a decade. Neither, however, remain locked to the past. Rather, Sulwhasoo has always recognised the momentum that progress can bring to bolster their belief; thus crafting an invaluable coexistence of tradition and modernity in our ever-changing world.

We could confidently attest to the excellence of their merchandise; but recently, we witnessed first-hand their efforts in communicating the culture-steeped ethos to an audience through artistic means. This opportunity brought us to Seoul for the 11th Sulwha Cultural Exhibition—Sulwhasoo’s key cultural mécénat activity that took place at the brand’s stunning six-storey flagship and the neighbouring Dosan Park. Featuring 11 teams of contemporary artists from diverse genres, alongside the impeccable needlework of Hye-ja Koo, the Master of the No. 89 National Intangible Cultural Heritage, the artworks paid homage to a folklore beloved by many, “Once upon a time: A Fairy and A Woodcutter.”

In brief summary, the story tells the tale of a tragic love affair between a woodcutter and a fairy. Marital bliss for the unlikely lovers was cut short when the fairy was whisked back to heaven after putting on an enchanted robe. Several attempts by the grief-stricken woodcutter to reunite with his wife failed because ultimately, they were being pulled apart by their disparate birthrights of heaven and earth.

The narrative of human aspiration for divine beauty lends itself to the hosting environments by reimagining Dosan Park as the earthly dwellings of the woodcutter and transforming the Sulwhasoo Flagship Store into a representation of the fairy’s heavenly realm. Each of the artworks showcased below were exclusively created for the Sulwha Cultural Exhibition and imbued with unique perspectives of the tale.

AT DOSAN PARK
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AT THE SULWHASOO FLAGSHIP STORE
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A particularly outstanding takeaway from the exhibition was the commissioning of contemporary artists. The juxtaposition of the old and new proved effective—and intentional, according to the Vice President of the Sulwhasoo Marketing Division, Jeon Jin-Soo:

“The Sulwha Cultural Exhibition has received critical acclaim for its contribution to building cross-generational resonance and exchanges about the value of the traditional culture by presenting the wisdom and wit of folktale in a contemporary context. The word ‘tradition’ may sound archaic and irrelevant to younger generations but the encounter will give an opportunity to revisit our ancestors’ wisdom and imagination embedded in our culture through the works of artisans.”

“Culture is not confined to what we see in a museum or a gallery. Stories, buildings, national identity, technologies and things accumulated over time are collectively referred to as culture. It is important to ensure that the value of tradition handed down for generations will not go lost, so that one can recognise that the present is the continuation of the past. Through the Sulwha Cultural Exhibition, Sulwhasoo seeks to demonstrate how diverse cultural trends converge and move forward.”

If you find yourself in Seoul between now to October 29th, make your way to 18 and 20 Dosan-daero 45-gil, Gangnam-gu where you will find the Sulwhasoo Flagship Store and Dosan Park where a collection of amazing installations lie.

More information available here.

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Art and theatre happenings to check out this month
Art and documentaries

05.03.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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

Now on until 11 March, Men in Heels @ KLPac
Catch Men in Heels before it ends its run! Directed by Joe Hasham and written by Mark Beau de Silva, the play is a hilarious yet poignant performance showcasing the relatable stories of three best friends working hard to make it big in the city.
For more information, visit the website.

Now on until 31 March, March: Month of Documentaries @ Cinephilia, KL
Join Cinephilia as they showcase the weird, wonderful, bizarre, and often unflinching stories, memoirs, essays, and portrayals of our world and the multitude of people who live in it with nightly documentary screenings.
Entry by a minimum donation of RM10. For more information, visit the event page.

Now on until 18 March, Our Invisible Women @ White Box, Publika
The Our Invisible Women art exhibition showcases the problems women face in the workplace in a way that people won’t be able to ignore, by taking stories and statistics about the relevant problems and turning them into works of art.
For more information, visit the event page.

Now on until 24 March, Soul Killers Don’t Quit @ Minut Init Art Social, PJ
In this art exhibition by Belgian artist Andy Wauman and Malaysian-born James Ly, the works on display borrow heavily from extinct languages, once indigenous practices, abstruse spiritual totems and rarefied religious symbols. They are magical, ancient and primitive in nature and invite the audience to contemplate our relationship with the ‘here’, the ‘now’ and the ‘what will be’.
For more information, visit the event page.

Now on until 31 March, Sometimes When We Touch by Chi Too @ OUR ArtProjects, The Zhongshan Building
The solo exhibition by local artist Chi Too highlights a series of twelve paintings on canvas, which are products of his continued foray into painting and playful interrogation of bitumen as a medium. The works may look similar at first glance, but upon closer inspection you’ll find that the different intensities of bitumen create variations in a visually arresting body of work that will carry you through an experience that oscillates between the confrontational and the meditative.
For more information, visit the website.

25 March – 15 July, Patani Semasa @ Ilham Gallery, KL
Showcasing contemporary art from the Golden Peninsula in collaboration with MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum, Chiang Mai, Patani Semasa features works of art as well as cultural representations of the ‘Patani Region’ from 27 artists-both locals and those engaged with issues relevant to the area in question- a kaleidoscope of different perspectives, methodologies, and responses developed throughout 13 years of experiences.
For more information, visit the website.

Also worth checking out: Treasures of a Strait Chinese (if you’re in Penang) and SGFA’s new Concept Studio (for art you can wear, use and live with).

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Why these are the best #ShotOniPhone photos from around the world

15.03.2019
By Su Fen Tan

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That’s right, those huge billboards across cities around the world (including KL) that boast eye-catching photographs with the caption “Shot on iPhone” under them are about to feature a new wave of images. Earlier this year, Apple held an official Shot on iPhone challenge, where they made a global call for iPhone users to submit their best shots taken with their phones. A panel of expert judges that included the likes of Pete Souza, the chief official White House photographer for President Obama, and Chen Man, renown contemporary visual artist and entrepreneur, pored through the submissions to select 10 winners who will see their work featured on billboards in select cities, Apple retail stores and online.

The winning images came from a range of models, from the latest iPhone Xs Max to the iPhone 7, showcasing the enduring quality of a good phone camera even if it is a few years old. Want to know how to make the most out of your iPhone camera? Pick up a few pointers from this selection of photos accompanied by insight from the judges:

Alex Jiang (US) | @justphotons, iPhone XS Max
Chen Man says: “This is a photo filled with lovely colour and sense of story in the composition. Zooming in, you can see details of each family and their unique touch. The basketball hoop is placed right in the middle of the photo, adding more stories behind the image.”
Annet de Graaf says: “The narrative in architecture. There is actually life behind the surface of an average apartment building in an unknown city. Vivid colours and a perfect composition with the basketball board right in the middle! Great eye.”

Blake Marvin (US) | @blakemarvin, iPhone XS Max
Austin Mann says: “This image took a lot of patience and great timing … with the iPhone’s zero shutter lag and Smart HDR, we’re able to see both the raccoon’s eyes and the deep shadows inside the log … something that would have previously been nearly impossible with natural light.”
Phil Schiller says: “The stolen glance between this raccoon/thief and photographer is priceless, we can imagine that it is saying ‘if you back away slowly no one has to get hurt.’ A nice use of black and white, the focus on the raccoon and the inside of the hollow log provides an organic movement frozen in time.”

Darren Soh (Singapore) | @darrensohphoto, iPhone XS Max
Phil Schiller says: “A reflection that looks like a painting, two worlds have collided. You are compelled to think about where and how this photo was taken, the bird flying in the corner provides the single sign of life in an otherwise surreal composition.”
Chen Man says: “Distortion and reflection at a strange angle – this photo creates a fantastic feeling.”

Nikita Yarosh (Belarus) | @yarosh.nikita_, iPhone 7
Austin Mann says: “I love how accessible this image is: You don’t have to travel to Iceland to capture something beautiful, it’s right under your nose. The way the lines intersect, the vibrant colour, the sense of old and new… this is just a great image.”
Luísa Dörr says: “I like the simplicity of this image, the composition, light, details, everything looks good. Then you see one small line that looks wrong and makes me think what happened, where is this place, who was there. For me a good image is not only one that is strong or beautiful, but makes you think about it—and keep thinking.”

Dina Alfasi (Israel) | @dinalf, iPhone X
Sebastien Marineau-Mes says: “Love how the heart shaped water puddle frames the subject, capturing a glimpse of the world as the subject hurriedly walks past.”
Brooks Kraft says: “A unique perspective and a new take on the popular subject of shooting reflections. I like that the subject is evident, but you are not really sure how the photo was taken. The puddle is the shape of a heart, with nice symmetry of the subject. The depth of field that iPhone has in regular mode made this image possible, a DSLR would have had a difficult time keeping everything in focus.”

Elizabeth Scarrott (US) | @liz.scarrott, iPhone 8 Plus
Brooks Kraft says: “A portrait that captures the wonderment of childhood in a beautiful setting. Great composition that shows both the personality of the child and the experience in the surroundings.”
Pete Souza says: “Nice portrait and use of background to provide context. The placement of the child’s face is in an optimal place—lining her up so the background directly behind her is clean and not distracting. The setting is a familiar—I’ve probably stood in this exact spot. But the picture is not like any I’ve seen from this location.”

Andrew Griswold (US) | @andrewgriswold, iPhone XS
Jon McCormack says: “This image is very well thought through and executed. The background pattern holds the image together and the repeated smaller versions of that pattern in the water droplets create a lot of visual interest. The creative use of depth of field here is excellent.”
Sebastien Marineau-Mes says: “Very unique composition and colour palette, playing to the strengths of iPhone XS. What I find most interesting is the background pattern, uniquely magnified and distorted in every one of the water droplets. I’m drawn to studying and trying to elucidate what that pattern is.”

Bernard Antolin (US) | @bernardantolin, iPhone XS Max
Kaiann Drance says: “Looks like a simple scene but a good choice of using black and white to elevate it with a different mood. Helps to bring out the dramatic contrast in the clouds and the surrounding landscape.”

LieAdi Darmawan (US) | @adidarmawan, iPhone XS
Luísa Dörr says: “I feel like this landscape was treated like an old portrait. The texture of the mountains evokes an old wrinkled face. Portraits and landscapes are the oldest way of creative representation by humans. There’s something about it that belongs to the realms of the subconscious mind, and this is mainly what appeals me of this picture; the part that I’m not able to explain.”

Robert Glaser (Germany) | @yungbrioche, iPhone 7
Kaiann Drance says: “Gorgeous dynamic range. There’s detail throughout the photo in the meadow, trees, and clouds. Beautiful deep sky and pleasing colour overall.”

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