Dressed up Fridays: Print on print

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Dressed up Fridays: Print on print
Motif mania

01.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If you’ve always wanted to layer print on print but worry about looking like you inherited your grandma’s best vintage threads, scroll down for a few style pointers that you can rely on to effortlessly rock this trend:

The trick to pulling off print on print lies in the colour palette of both your separates. Stick to the same tonal hues as you work around styling this navy and gold-toned Sacai embroidered top. The sheer pleated back is a beautiful touch to its delicate embroidery.

Another tip to avoid looking frumpy with a plethora of prints? You can either combine prints of the same sort or mix a variety of shapes together for an interesting contrast. Go with the former and pair your top with this midnight-blue skirt by Marni that is crafted from matelassé and splattered with yellow and white calla lilies.

Inject a dose of colour with Edgardo Osorio for Salvatore Ferragamo ‘Connie’ sandals. Its brighter shade of blue with a trio of embellished bows behind the ankle imbues a retro element to your look while ensuring it doesn’t go to overkill territory.

Can you tell that we can’t get enough of colour today? If you’re worried about clashing hues, this Céline Trotteur bag works perfectly as its warm shade of rust complements your outfit without drawing excessive attention away from the variety of prints.

Naturally, keep your accessory game simple and not overwhelm your frame with clunky jewellery. Bulgari Divas’ Dream Bracelet in 18kt pink gold with coral rubrum is a classic yet contemporary addition to your look.

And to keep your lips thoroughly hydrated with a lovely colour to boot? Glide on Chanel Rouge Coco in 458 – Marlene, a warm rose gold shade with a hint of shimmer that will nourish your lips thanks to a combination of three vegetable waxes—mimosa, jojoba and sunflower.

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Buro 24/7 Malaysia Playlist #63: The other Christmas playlist
Alternative tracks

18.12.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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Not the typical renditions you would hear at the malls, but these fresh takes on classics will have you wishing it was the holiday season the whole year long. Merry Christmas!

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Wolfgang Puck on the opening of Spago in Marina Bay Sands
Californian dining

08.10.2015
By Buro247

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Spago in Marina Bay Sands is an outpost of the Austrian’s first restaurant that was opened in West Hollywood in 1982 and launched Wolfgang Puck into culinary fame. Spago has been awarded the AAA Four Diamond award and earned two Michelin stars align with winning the prestigious Wine Spectator Grand Award from 2010 — 2014.

Located on level 57 of Marina Bay Sands Tower 2 on the majestic Sands Skypark, the restaurant offers an amazing view of Singapore’s city skyline and Gardens by the Bay. Following the footsteps of the original restaurant, Spago will be serving a creative and seasonal menu of Californian cuisine with global accents in a sophisticated, warm, and inviting ambience.

What is the inspiration behind Spago?

Spago is my home so when guests come to Spago, they are treated the same way I treat my friends at home.  We serve first-class food in a relaxed, friendly environment.  When I built Spago, I wanted the kitchen to be the heart of the restaurant just like it is in my home.  When I have a party, everybody gathers in the kitchen so I thought, why not build a restaurant the same way?  Naturally, today it’s a cliché that restaurants have open kitchens but in 1982, Spago was a trendsetter and probably the first fine dining restaurant with an open kitchen.

How do you feel about Spago’s first venture in Asia?

We have a long standing relationship with the Marina Bay Sands so when they came to us to open a CUT five years ago, I was very excited to expand into this new territory. When the opportunity came along to open a second restaurant at the Marina Bay Sands on top of the building where the pool is, I didn’t hesitate for a second. Singaporeans are very savvy; they know about food, style and hospitality.

Anything exciting we can expect from Spago Singapore?

We tailor our Spago restaurant to the market because we always try to get local ingredients and then prepare them in our style.  But Spago is its own brand, has its own look.  The menu changes often, so we’re going to offer the best or the most popular dishes from Spago Beverly Hills, too.”

What is a must-try at Spago?

Spago certainly has become famous for dishes like the smoked salmon and caviar pizza, the spicy tuna tartare in miso cones and the agnolotti with truffles.  And also our meat and fish dishes which are cooked on live wood fire.

What is the easiest ingredient to work with?

To me, vegetables are one of my favorite ingredients and we can prepare them in many different ways whether it’s Chinese, Japanese, French or Italian.  Vegetables are easy to adapt favors.

What is the most memorable cooking experience you’ve had?

When I was nineteen I did a stint at a restaurant named Baumanière and it was my first time ever working at a Michelin-starred restaurant.

What do you cook at home?

I love cooking at home for family and friends.  Generally, the food is fairly simple, there might be a grilled fish with roasted vegetables and a Romaine salad with balsamic vinegar and a little sorbet for dessert.  I always try to make some vegetables, though, I must say, my children love pasta.

What’s your favourite meal of the day?

To me, dinner is really my favorite meal because it’s the only time I can spend with my family at the table.

What is your favourite cuisine to cook?

Cooking is like painting – if I cook Chinese food or Mexican food or any other nationality, it has to be my own expression rather than following a recipe.

What is a typical working day like for you?

I get up at six in the morning and make breakfast for my children, take them to school, and then I might exercise for an hour.  By nine o’clock, I’m on the phone with chefs and managers in our different restaurants.  I also like to go to our new experiment kitchen where we talk about what’s new, what can we do differently, and what we can do better.  At lunch time I like to be at the Hotel Bel-Air or at Spago and by dinner time, I’m mostly at Cut or at Spago.

What is the best part of your job?

The best part for me is going to the market, buying ingredients and then the cooking part.  I also like greeting our guests and saying hello to every table because I feel the restaurant is my home.

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Malaysian Chefs Cook at Home: Spaghetti with cherry tomato sauce by Chef Heng Kit, Li Restaurant

24.10.2019
By Gwen Ong

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Over the last few years, contemporary dining has been a source of joy for many diners here in Klang Valley. And more so, for the chefs who get to share their creativity on plate. It was precisely this opportunity to cook from the heart that drove chef and restaurateur, Lim Heng Kit to start up Li Restaurant in 2016 together with co-founders, Lim Yee Rui and Lee Ziyan. Li Restaurant is best known for its modern interpretation of Malaysian favourites such as sous vide kaya on sourdough, pork toast and hearty rice bowls. Good, quality food that pay homage to our heritage and traditions.
An offshoot of Li is a new café called Provisions that has popped up beside the restaurant, where the founders can now focus more on baked goods and coffee. You can say Heng Kit has his hands full. But it’s something he wouldn’t trade for anything as he finds cooking a way for him to create and share what he enjoys himself. Lucky for you, we managed to convince him to share one of his personal favourite pasta dishes for our final episode in the Malaysian Chefs Cook at Home series. This spaghetti with cherry tomato sauce is so simple yet flavourful. Enjoy!

Spaghetti cherry tomato sauce recipe Chef Heng Kit Li Restaurant
SPAGHETTI with CHERRY TOMATO SAUCE
Ingredients:

300g spaghetti
15 nos cherry tomatoes
6 cloves of garlic
1 sprig of Thai basil
1 tbsp of chilli flakes
½ cup of olive oil
Parmesan cheese, season to taste
Salt and pepper, season to taste

Methods:

Cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente or according to preference. Keep pasta water.
Heat ½ cup of oil in a large heavy pot over low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring until fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes.
Add tomatoes, red pepper flakes, basil sprigs and 1½ teaspoon salt on a medium heat. Cook, stirring to coat, until tomatoes start to burst, about 4 minutes. Smash some tomatoes with the back of a wooden spoon to help create a sauce, then continue to cook, stirring occasionally, 10 – 12 minutes.
Drain pasta, add to pot with sauce along ½ cup of pasta water, and cook over medium heat, stirring, until coated, 1 – 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 1 oz. Parmesan.
Divide pasta among bowls. Top with more Parmesan and 1 cup of basil leaves. Drizzle with oil. Enjoy.

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Triple time with Montblanc’s Tourbillon Cylindrique Geospheres Vasco da Gama watch
For the world traveller

06.07.2015
By Kenneth Tan

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The frequently exalted haute horlogerie qualities of heritage and innovation come together in this year’s Montblanc Tourbillon Cylindrique Geospheres Vasco da Gama. Championed by its 157-year-old Villeret manufacture, Montblanc manages to combine the elements of world time and cylindrical hairsprings – usually reserved for only the finest marine chronometers – into 18 limited edition and evocative pieces in 47mm-diametre red gold.

Montblanc’s CEO Jerome Lambert, who followed the timepiece’s development every step of the way, likens it to a continuous level of achievement. “At the maison, we want to single ourselves out through technical performance, to share our passion for fine watchmaking,” he says, adding, “But even I was positively surprised with the case, dial and to see it finished on a wrist. It really captured our technical abilities.”

Being right on the money, this timepiece’s capabilities include maintaining three time zones, as well as showing the passage of day and night via a cross section of the earth’s northern and southern hemispheres.
Its 18k gold dial segues into the convex, polished tourbillon bridge. Beneath this is the cylindrical hairspring – where the elastic metal is wound in equal and concentric diameter versus the ever-larger whorls on most other hairsprings. A direct result of a cylindrical hairspring is its ability to better resist gravitational forces, as each circle of the hairspring, being of equal weight, is subject to the same amount of pull. Then, as a final flourish, the master watchmaker spends over seven days to confer an immaculate, polished finish to the tourbillon bridge, ensuring perfect aesthetic harmony with the glinting globes and dial.

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Watch the Loewe SS18 livestream here

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Watch the Loewe SS18 livestream here
#FruitPorn

15.09.2017
By Joan Kong

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Ahead of its show tonight, Loewe has recently released its SS18 campaign featuring tantalising images of model Vittoria Ceretti posing with a variety of halved fruits in her mouth, and while creative director Jonathan Anderson has affirmed that the images are neither symbolic nor literal, they were a feast for the eyes, for sure. In an interview with Vogue, he also gave us a sneak peek of the show set—a minimal, oval space decorated with colourful giant hanging tapestries to resemble photographs, woven by professionals in the South of France.

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Buro 24/7 Malaysia’s very first InstaMeet with Coach
#CoachFall2016

26.09.2016
By Buro247

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On 23 September 2016, Buro 24/7 Malaysia and Coach Malaysia welcomed special guests at an exclusive meet-and-greet event featuring the house’s Fall/Winter 2016 collection. This marks the digital platform’s first #InstaMeet gathering, and who better to grace the occasion than social media influencers, Bella Kuan, Brian See and Trisha Toh?

Held at the Coach store in Pavilion KL, guests were treated to sumptuous canapés and bubblies before spending the fun-filled evening with their favourite Insta-stars. Hosts for the evening, Buro 24/7 Malaysia’s fashion editor, Jason Lim and senior fashion writer, Jasmine Leong kicked things off with a warm welcome to the guests in attendance. Short welcome speeches and introduction to the Coach Fall/Winter 2016 ensued before the influencers brought their Instagram game from URL to IRL with useful tips and tricks.
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Trisha Toh, or more fondly known as @trishates, started the first #InstaMeet session with valuable advice on how to master the flat lay photo. With the latest pieces off the Coach Fall 2016 collection, including the infamous dinosaur charms, as well as exclusive Buro 24/7 Malaysia items, Trisha was spoilt for choice as she picked a few favourites for her show-and-tell. After the one-of-a-kind presentation, two guests were selected from the crowd to try their hand at acing a flat lay shot with the help of Trisha. After selecting the best photo, a lucky winner got to walk away with Coach goodies.
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The fun did not stop there. After the mini flat lay workshop, guests proceeded to the next activity: an OOTD session with Bella and Brian. Besides sharing the do’s and don’ts when snapping outfit pictures, the influencers also modeled in the newest Coach outerwear. On top of being invited to participate in an OOTD contest and trying various Coach outerwear that were specially prepared, guests were guided by Bella and Brian, making their Instagram snaps twice as chic. After scrolling through a series of OOTDs with the relevant hashtags (#Buro247my, #CoachFall2016), two were selected and scored themselves some Coach goodies. The other guests did not go home empty-handed as they were gifted Buro 24/7 Malaysia and Coach treats. Paulius Staniunas from All Is Amazing was at hand to capture all the fun (and stylish!) moments at this successful #InstaMeet event.
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#StayAtHomeDiaries: My routine for losing weight during CMCO 2.0

30.10.2020
By Rachel Au

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Confession: My new resolution for 2020 is to lose 6kg before the year ends. On a recent trip to the doctor’s for a pap smear, it turned out that I’m borderline overweight in terms of my BMI. Bearing in mind that BMI is not an accurate indicator of one’s overall health (it can’t distinguish between fat and muscle) as studies have shown—which is a story for another day—I plan to lose some weight all the same. Doctor’s advice! Well, she gave me a smaller goal but I’m doubling it out of some weird ambition since it’s been an unproductive year, physically. What else can I achieve while staying home most of the time due to a pandemic, right?

My last #MCODiaries entry mentioned a workout routine using the adidas training app, and on alternate days. That didn’t last long. Once it was back to the office, I lost motivation and the usual excuse of “no time” made an easy comeback. Perhaps it was stress, sitting down all-day when WFH, or my interest in cooking (and eating). I’ve been candid about my body image issues but the mind was weak. Exercising along to an app or an IG live class once or twice a week wasn’t working out for me. So when the CMCO 2.0 was announced, I took it as my second chance. Not just to lose weight, but to be healthier in general.

I decided to change my approach. I did my research. I became more attentive to my lifestyle. It’s been two weeks and while I’ve pretty much only lost a kilogram, my body already feels stronger and better. Here’s what worked/has been working for me:

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Tracking my overall wellness with the new Apple Watch Series 6
I’ve been pretty happy with the Apple Watch Series 5, especially with the introduction of a cellular version in Malaysia (finally!). I could go for a jog or zip out for a quick coffee run without needing to actually carry my iPhone and still stay connected. The Apple Watch Series 6, though seemingly not too different from its predecessor, does have a few upgrades worth mentioning. A blood oxygen sensor, for example, helps determine the percentage of oxygen being carried from your lungs to the rest of your body via your red blood cells. On average, a healthy level is between 95-100 per cent, which is the result I get every time I check. But the sensor does take periodic background measurements so you can track trends over time, even in your sleep.

SHOP HERE: Apple Watch Series 6, from RM1,749
On that note, I have worn my Apple Watch Series 6 to sleep and can attest to its astounding “all-day battery life” of 18 hours. It’s pretty much the same as the Series 5 except that the newer model has faster charging capabilities and better battery life when tracking certain workouts. I can wake up with the Watch, then prop it to charge while I have breakfast, jump into the shower and do my morning rituals and in one and a half hours, it’ll be fully charged for the rest of my day. Other upgrades include a new S6 processor, which means faster app launches and smoother transitions, a brighter Always-On display and new colour options in beautiful matte blue and Product (Red) for the aluminium variant.

With watchOS 7 comes a Handwashing feature to ensure you stick to the WHO-recommended 20-second wash. No need to sing or hum anymore! I’ve also curated my Apple Watch complication to include my fitness needs: Activity (so I can keep track of how my rings are going in a day and close them all!), Workout (a quick tap to start tracking in an instant) and Lifesum (a food tracking app that’s available on the smartwatch too). Handy!

Working out with Nintendo’s Ring Fit Adventure
If you’re easily bored or lose motivation with virtual classes or training apps, I highly recommend this. For the past two weeks, I’ve at least averaged out to four workouts sessions a week. Even better, I dare say I’m almost addicted! For the unfamiliar, Ring Fit Adventure is a role-playing game where you play a hero/heroine on a mission to help a “Ring-Con” (the sole ‘equipment’) character to regain its powers from a villain with a body that could rival The Rock’s.

The game is a total body workout where each chapter will have you jogging, doing squats, planks and even Warrior poses, among many others. There’s no way around cheating it either as, for example, slowing down or pausing your arm presses to unlock a certain turbine wheel would set it back to default, wasting every effort you had made. Adventure format aside, the game also changes it up with mini-games that work out specific areas of your body while educating you on the names of the active muscles. If you’re worried about form, a handy sidekick by the name of Tipp shows you exactly how to do a movement in a side panel. He also gives out health and fitness tips. And when you’re done, there’s an IR sensor to detect your heartbeat and a ‘report card’ where you’ll be surprised at how many reps of squats or abdominal presses you’ve done! It’s definitely encouraging. Plus, I burn about 250 active calories per session and have clocked in double of the total workouts I did last month!

Jogging indoors with the Asics Gel-Miqrum shoes

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SHOP HERE: Asics Gel-Miqrum, RM379
Having received a pair with nowhere to wear it out to, I decided to put it to the test at home during my Ring Fit Adventure workouts. After all, jogging on the parquet floor wouldn’t be wise and the Gel-Miqrum shoes do take pride in Asics’s renowned Gel cushioning system in the heel. Developed with Ortholite foam technology for the insoles, every step was light and well-cushioned from any impact. Fun fact: These shoes are pretty eco-friendly too as it uses five per cent recycled rubber content. Design-wise, it’s a little on the chunky side as it does take some retro details from archived Asics offerings from the 90s.

Changing up my diet and lifestyle
Losing weight isn’t as simple as working out or following a “rabbit food” diet. ‘Diet’ does not mean forgoing some indulgences but includes adding more vegetables and fruits, drinking more water, and even reducing carbohydrates. After all, even that one gamer who reportedly lost 9kg in just 30 days by playing Ring Fit Adventure said his weight loss is also credited to a right diet. Like him, I cut down my rice portions (particularly during dinner) and have more vegetables instead. I spent a good 15 minutes at the cereal aisle choosing one that’s low in sugar and high in fibre. Thanks to CMCO and WFH benefits, I also try to have dinner before 8pm.

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Ikea’s e-commerce store is now in its soft launch phase

04.07.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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Remember when we talked about Ikea’s plans to launch its e-commerce store in Malaysia last year? It’s finally here! While still in its soft launch phase, rest assured that your purchases made through the e-commerce store will be fulfilled. The team at Ikea Malaysia is looking to test the system and gather feedback from consumers so they are able to fine-tune its services and ultimately provide a seamless online shopping experience.

Just like buying at the store, you can request for assembly services (for items that require it) when you opt for the truck delivery method. If you’d like to further enhance your online shopping experience—especially when it comes to furniture—we recommend the Ikea Place app, a useful augmented reality app that allows you to picture how the item will look in your space.

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Review: Why the new Apple TV 4K is the best host for house parties
The Apple multiverse in one

30.01.2023
By Rachel Au

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Do you really need the Apple TV 4K? If you’re not part of the Apple multiverse of services, then maybe not. If you are, then read on for our review!
We are in the era of subscriptions and streaming services. I don’t know about you, but I don’t have cable or the traditional TV2, TV3 or even 8TV. Or Astro. Owning a Smart TV with access to Netflix and YouTube, in addition to connecting to my Nintendo Switch, has been self-sufficient. I didn’t see the need for an Apple TV 4K, but having had my hands on one recently made me realise its suite of benefits for people with entertainment consumption habits like mine—primarily streaming platforms. Oh, and for those who often welcome house guests—especially during festive occasions such as Lunar New Year and Hari Raya.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Apple TV 4K and the experiences it offers.

WHAT IS THE APPLE TV 4K?

A TV streaming box, the Apple TV device isn’t a new category in the family. The Apple TV 4K is the long-awaited third generation, with two variations: Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Ethernet. It’s sleeker with almost a 20 per cent reduction in size and half the weight compared to its predecessors. But the real star power lies within where the A15 Bionic chip—the same one in the latest iPhone 14—powers the device. The result is greater responsiveness, faster navigation, zippier UI animations and smoother gameplay (thanks to a 30 per cent increase in GPU performance), all while being energy efficient.
With all that power comes complementary support for HDR10+ next to the pre-existing Dolby Vision support, so you can be assured of rich details and vibrant colours as intended by the creators of your favourite shows and videos. Doubling on that immersive experience is the support for Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital 7.1, and Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound.
Entertainment use aside, the Apple TV 4K can also act as a Smart Home Hub if you have those smart devices set up on your HomeKit or own any Matter accessories.

HOW TO SET UP + SIRI REMOTE

The Apple TV 4K box came with the device, an Apple TV Siri Remote, and a power cord. Easy! You would, however, need an HDMI cable and an Apple ID. After that, having an iPhone or iPad makes setting up the Apple TV 4K completely as simple as clicking on a few buttons. Bring your iPhone or iPad close to the Apple TV, and there’ll be onscreen instructions to transfer your Wi-Fi network and password as well as Apple ID login information.
The iPhone can also be used as a remote and keyboard, but the Siri Remote is just as handy. With a clickpad enhanced with a touch surface (useful for scrubbing through a video for the exact scene you’re looking for), it includes your standard power button, volume control, play/pause, TV (press and hold to open up Control Center), and a (Siri) dictation button on its side. In addition, you can press and hold the Siri button to ask for help, such as to find something to watch (try “Find Coda”, “Search YouTube for Mars Rover” or “Watch great dramas”), play music, find and launch apps (“Go to Photos), and even find your Apple devices (“Where’s my Apple Watch?”). Personally, it just makes me think I’m using a Star Wars communication device.

WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH IT: WATCH SHOWS

The most obvious use of all is, of course, to watch your favourite shows, and it’s not just the Apple Originals on Apple TV+ (who else is excited for season three of Ted Lasso?). The Apple TV 4K includes app support for Amazon, Disney+, Netflix, and YouTube. In addition, you can buy or rent over 100,000 movies and series on the Apple TV app.

WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH IT: START A KARAOKE SESSION

The Apple TV 4K’s interface is akin to an iPad, so if you’re familiar with the Apple universe, everything should feel quite intuitive. Hence, while you can use the Spotify app to play music, things get a bit more fun if you have an Apple Music subscription since the service recently added Apple Music Sing. Enjoy a fun karaoke session with friends as the app offers a million choices of songs with real-time, beat-by-beat lyrics and the option to adjust the volume of the song’s vocals so you can harmonise with the original artist or completely take over as the lead singer.
HOW TO SET UP APPLE MUSIC SING
1. Play a song or navigate to the Now Playing in the menu bar of the Music app on Apple TV
2. Select the Lyrics button* (the symbol should look like quotation marks) at the bottom of the screen
*The Lyrics button will not appear if the song doesn’t include lyrics in the system
3. Select the Apple Music Sing button (the symbol should look like a sparkly mic)
4. Press the + or – button on the Siri Remote to adjust the vocal volume.
Disclaimer: Dolby Atmos surround sound is disabled when the song is in Apple Music Sing mode.

WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH IT: PLAY GAMES
 If you also have an Apple Arcade subscription, kick up the house party mood with some light competition. The Siri Remote acts as a master controller, but you can connect PlayStation, Xbox and Switch game controllers too. Some party games even require just a smartphone to scan a QR code and play from the owners’ screens. I highly recommend SongPop Party for parties while Necrobarista and El Hijo are beautiful games for some relaxing downtime at home.

WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH IT: WORK OUT

Yet another Apple subscription that would benefit Apple TV 4K users, Apple Fitness+ is more fun when you can follow along via a large TV screen. If you’re wearing your Apple Watch, you get to see the in-session metrics, such as heart rate and calories burned, right on the screen in real-time. Not to mention, the service kicked off 2023 with a new Kickboxing workout type, three new trainers and a Beyoncé Artist Spotlight. If the Apple TV 4K is in your bedroom, you can even tune in to the brand-new sleep theme for meditations for a restful night ahead.

CONCLUSION
The Apple TV 4K is a small device that packs a lot, but it best comes at the price of being a thorough user of Apple devices and subscription services. It’s more complementary that way and maximises its usage. As someone who falls in that category, it has definitely been beneficial. The shows display crisp quality with amazing audio. It’s easier to work out to via the large TV screen versus joining the Apple Fitness+ class on the smaller iPad screen. Plus, with SharePlay, I could start a FaceTime session with my loved ones from afar and watch a show or work out together while in sync. But my favourite find has been playing the Apple Arcade games on the TV. All in all, it’s a winning device for an Apple user.

Pricing and availability:
Apple TV 4K (Wi-Fi, 64GB): RM 699
Apple TV 4K (Wi-Fi+Ethernet, 128GB): RM 799
For more info or to purchase an Apple TV 4K, head over to their website.

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The best hair salons in KL and PJ to check out for cut, colour and more
Hair-spiration

17.04.2023
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Whether you’re looking to try a bold new style in 2023 or give your locks a quick trim and touch-up—here’s where to book your appointments.
Itching for a hair makeover? We’ve got you covered. All you need is a hair pro from a trusted salon to transform your hair from flat to first-rate. If you can’t decide on where to go for your first hair sesh in months, this list might help you out. For the best salons and trusted stylists to help you in achieving the chop of your dreams, look no further than our curated guide ahead.
We’ve listed some of the more popular hair salons located in Kuala Lumpur, Bangsar, Hartamas and Petaling Jaya for your hair needs:

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Pavilion outlet
Address: 6.07, 6th Floor, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur Shopping Mall, 168, Jalan Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Call: 03-2144 6709
Nu Sentral outlet
Address: L3 03/04, Nu Sentral, 201, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, 50470 KL
Hours: 016-350 2625
Call: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
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The Met KL Grand Salon

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Address: 1st Floor, St. Mary Place, Jalan Tengah 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 7pm
Call: 012-501 0624
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Andy Ho Haute Coiffure

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Address: Lot 6.13 & 6.14, Level 6, Pavilion KL, Jalan Bukit Bintang
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Call: 03-2141 4401
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The Soloists Salon

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Address: Lot 1.5, Level One, Ansa Kuala Lumpur, 101, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10:30am – 8:30pm
Call: 03-2148 9000
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Toni & Guy

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Address: Lot G-03A, Ground Floor, The Troika, 19 Persiaran KLCC 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Hours: Monday – Saturday, 10am – 8pm; Sunday, 10am – 7pm
Call: 03-2168 8802
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Saw Salon

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Suria KLCC outlet
Address: Lot 401K, 4th Floor, Suria KLCC, 50088 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Call: 03-2171 1881
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Bangsar outlet
Address: Lot F-21, Bangsar Village, 1, Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar Baru, 59100 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Call: 03-2201 5362
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Mid Valley / Bangsar
Aube International Hair Salon

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Address: 12, Jalan Telawi, Bangsar Baru,59100 Kuala Lumpur
Hours: Opens Wednesday – Monday 10am – 7pm, closed Tuesday
Call: 010-9014450 | 0322800210
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176 Avenue

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Address: No. 176, Jalan Maarof, Bukit Bandaraya, 59100 Bangsar
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 8pm
Call: 03-2201 9906 / 017-805 0761
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Alph Studio

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Address: Level 1, Commercial Lot, Nadi Bangsar, Jalan Tandok, Bangsar, 59100 KL
Hours: Closes on Tuesday, 10:30am – 8pm
Call: 03-2733 8402
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Number 76

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Address: No. 50, Ground Floor, Jalan Telawi, Bangsar Baru, 59100 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 9pm; Thursdays, 10am – 5pm
Call: 03-2283 1776 / 2776
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Centro Hair Salon

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Address: F235B, 1st Floor, The Gardens Mall
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 9pm
Call: 03-2287 7330
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Shawn Cutler

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Bangsar outlet
Address: No. 28 & 28-1, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, 59100 KL
Hours: Tuesdays – Fridays, 10:15am – 8pm; Saturdays – Sundays, 10:15am – 7pm
Call: 03-2284 6326 / 03-2288 1008
Bukit Damansara outlet
Address: 39G, Medan Setia 1, Plaza Damansara, Bukit Damansara, 50490 KL
Hours: Closed on Mondays,
Call: 03-2011 1729
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Makeover Hair Salon

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Address: 25/1, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, 59100 KL
Hours: Closed on Mondays, 11am – 8pm
Call: 03-2284 8199 / 2201 2557 / 010-229 9979
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A Cut Above

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Address: S128 2nd Floor, Bangsar Shopping Centre, 285 Jalan Maarof, 59000 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 9pm
Call: 03-2094 9555 / 019-208 0137
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The Hair Tric & Lashility

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Bangsar outlet
Address: 2-1, Jalan Telawi 4, Bangsar Baru, 59100 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10:30am – 7:30pm
Call: 03-2282 2800
MyTown outlet
Address: Level 2-071, MyTown Shopping Centre, Jalan Cochrane, Cheras, Seksyen 90, 55100, KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 9:30pm
Call: 03-9202 2860
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Mont Kiara / Solaris Dutamas / Hartamas
Aki Hair Studio

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Address: Verve Suites Mont Kiara, Unit 6-1, Jalan Kiara 5, Mont Kiara, 50480
Hours: Tuesday – Sunday, 10am – 7pm
Call: 03-6206 5206 or WhatsApp: +60 16 307 5206
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76 Style

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Mont Kiara outlet
Address: E-01-02, Plaza Mont Kiara, 2 Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara, 50480 KL
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:30am – 9pm; Friday – Sunday & Public Holidays, 9:30am – 7pm
Call: 03-6203 5111 / 6203 4111
Lot 10 outlet
Address: 2F Isetan, Lot 10 Shopping Centre, 50 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 KL
Hours: 11am – 9pm
Call: 03-2110 3768 / 6176
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Hairplay Salon

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Address: Publika, Block D3, Level G3, Unit 2, Jalan Dutamas 1, Solaris Dutamas, 50480 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 8pm
Call: 03-6211 3826
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Curlers & Trimmers

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Address: 62, Jalan 27/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480 KL
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 7pm
Call: 03-2300 1938
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Chardon.Tokyo

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Address: H-0-5 Plaza Damas, 60 Jalan Sri Hartamas, 1 Sri Hartamas, 50480 KL
Hours: Closes on Monday, 10am – 6:30pm
Call: 03-6211 3918
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Yoo Jean Hair Salon

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Address: 2, Jalan 25/70a, Desa Sri Hartamas, 50480 KL
Hours: Closes on Mondays, 10am – 8pm
Call: 03-2300 0175
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Petaling Jaya
Hair Atelier

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Address: 39G Block C, Jaya One Centre Court, Jalan Universiti, 55100 PJ
Hours: Closes on Tuesday, 10:30am – 8pm
Call: 03-7955 7848
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Daisuke Salon de Coiffure

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Address: 3 Two Square, 2, Jalan 19/1, Seksyen 19, 46300 Petaling Jaya
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday, 10am – 8pm; Sunday, 10am – 6pm
Call: 03-7960 0140
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Peek A Boo Hair Professional

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Address: 10, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 KL
Hours: Weekdays, 10:30am – 8pm; Weekends, 10:30am – 7pm
Call: 03-7725 7286
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Jeff Lee The Hair Company

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Address: No.51G & 51A, Uptown 37, Jalan SS21/37, Damansara Utama
Hours: Monday – Friday, 11am – 8pm; Saturday – Sunday, 11am – 9pm
Call: 03-7731 6866
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A-Saloon Hair Salon

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Address: Lot F1.77, 1st Floor, Blue Atrium, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Mall, No.3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150 PJ
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 10pm
Call: 03-5638 0388
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Monsoon-iD

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Address: Lot S223B, 2nd Floor 1 Utama, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya
Hours: Opens daily, 10am – 8pm
Call: 03-7726 0919 / 03-7733 0919
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Kimarie

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Address: 10 Jalan SS 2/66, 47300 Petaling Jaya
Hours: Monday – Friday, 10:30am – 8pm; Saturday, 10:30am – 7:30pm; Sunday and Public Holidays, 10:30am – 7pm
Call: 03-7877 4607
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The best of LFW AW19 day 1: Alexa Chung and Mary Katrantzou

17.02.2019
By Joan Kong

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Who: Alexa Chung presented her second on-schedule show this season.
 Where: A continuation from the Spring/Summer 2019 collection, the brand continues its Americana groove, with a collection inspired by America’s West Coast.
The low-down: Taking inspiration from strong women who go off the grid, the It-girl says “it’s about finding solace in a community of women and how powerful that can be. It’s time to celebrate the power of femininity and acknowledge that all the attributes traditionally associated with women aren’t weaknesses.” Prairie dresses—a favourite of Alexa’s—were elevated with strong shoulders, and some layered under chic tailored blazers. Paired with embroidered scallop-hem skirt, oversized velvet outerwear were cinched at the waist with an obi belt (the next back-in-trend accessory to sport maybe?), and pleated leather with satin pants that resulted in a structured-yet-fluid silhouette. All in all, one thing’s for sure: The Alexa Chung girl will go off the radar stylishly.
Buro loves: We’ll take any excuse to wear our pyjamas out, and Alexa Chung’s take—a satin floral-print pyjamas set worn with a vinyl trench coat and turtleneck—will be pinned on our winter style moodboard.

Mary Katrantzou
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Who: Jimmy Choo’s heels and pumps complemented Mary Katrantzou’s head-turning Autumn/Winter 2019.
The low-down: The Greek designer is still riding high a year after the brand celebrated its 10th anniversary, sending 37 equally attention-grabbing ensembles that warranted a double or triple take. Influenced by the classical elements such as earth, water, air and fire, the looks were comprised of almost every single shade of colour, from one bold monochrome hue to a gorgeous swirl of the rainbow. Accompanying the eye-catching shades, are feathers and ruffles that were used in abundance, some intentionally shielding the lips of the models, adding that mysterious allure. For something more streamlined, find a scale-like sequinned embroidered dress that beautifully shapes the body, and a black-and-white giraffe-print get-up, complete with cascading ruffles down the side of the asymmetric look.
Buro loves: The colourful closing look is worth unleashing our inner magpie for—just imagine how beautiful it’ll sway with every move!

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Fashion
A look at Zayn Malik’s collaboration with Giuseppe Zanotti
Shoe talk

04.01.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Former One Direction-er and Pillowtalk singer Zayn Malik isn’t slowing down with his foray into the high fashion. The British singer-songwriter has recently collaborated with Italian shoe maestro Giuseppe Zanotti on a limited edition range of men’s shoes, called Giuseppe for Zayn. This isn’t the first time that Malik is dabbling in fashion—last October, it was announced that he will be co-designing a men and women’s capsule collection for Versus, to be out this May.

“I really believe style comes from taking chances, being bold and not being afraid to express yourself,” said Malik. “I feel Giuseppe does that with his collections—and I try to do that with my music. So when the idea came up to collaborate, I thought ‘yes, this would work.’”
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The Giuseppe for Zayn range features four shoes—two sneakers and two boots in neutral-toned suedes and supple leathers. Details of the footwear lineup include thicker soles and chunky zips (a detail that the singer usually favours to complement his edgy, rocker-esque style), along with an embossed logo plate of the collection’s name on each shoe. Another noticeable detail is one of the shoe’s names—”Zigi”, a tribute to his model girlfriend Gigi Hadid, perhaps? The Giuseppe for Zayn will be available online and in stores this January 28.

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This is how love smells like: The new Miss Dior Eau de Parfum
Love at first whiff

06.09.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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The iconic Miss Dior fragrance is one that is deeply entrenched with history. Every year, the French maison introduces new olfactory additions to the range, including last year’s Miss Dior Absolutely Blooming. While that fragrance is tailored for the feminine and free-spirited woman in mind, this year’s new interpretation is made for the woman in love. Introducing Miss Dior Eau de Parfum—newly reinvented with different notes and livelier nuances that, crafted as an “ode to love”.

“Making a fragrance that smells like love is a renewed challenge. The composition has to be exciting and stirring, somewhat wild, and yet accessible. To that end I sculpted its florals facet, emphasising the power of its Roses in order to make it sensual and suggestive,” says François Demachy, Perfumer-Creator at Parfums Christian Dior. “I also doted it with extremely lively and exuberant notes, so that it would be instantly expressive and attractive. Lastly, I eliminated any dark, earthy notes. It had to burst forth like love at first sight.”

Ardent lovers of floral fragrances can partake in the heady yet addictive rose-backed trail of Miss Dior Eau de Parfum. The scent dominates with a combination of roses, including honeyed Grasse rose, Turkish Damascus rose and wild rose. A dash of citrus notes by way of blood orange, mandarin and Calabrian bergamot lends a fresh twist to it; while the base pink peppercorn and Guyanese rosewood leaves a vivid, sensual finish.

Take a look at the Miss Dior Eau de Parfum film campaign starring the face of Miss Dior, Natalie Portman:

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Body + Wellness
#SupportLocal: 9 Hand sanitisers you can shop online to keep your hands corona-free

30.08.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Watches
Chopard unveils its 2016 Red Carpet Collection – and it’s a sight to behold
Made for the stars

29.04.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Chopard’s Red Carpet collection for Cannes Film Festival is a special one to look out for this year, as 2016 marks the 60th anniversary of the festival. Inspired by the grace and voluptuous charm of women, the collection features flowing open worked designs based on rounded shapes with lacework. The main focus of the collection is the necklace—a classic piece of jewellery that draws attention to the delicate lines of a décolletage. An outstanding creation includes a tie-necklace composed of five rows of emerald beads hemmed with sapphires, rubellites, tsavorites, topazes and amethysts, with a brilliant white opal in the middle.

Another interesting detail about this collection is the use of the solid yet incredibly lightweight titanium that is shaped in fanciful and daring ways and coloured in a range of hues. This innovative material has the ability of enhancing the beauty of gemstones it holds, demonstrated by paisley motif inspired earrings set with cabochon-cut sapphires, topazes and blue and orange sapphires.

The Green Carpet capsule collection that’s also unveiled within the Red Carpet collection introduces coloured stones this year—a noteworthy development guided by Artistic Director and Co-President of Chopard, Caroline Scheufele resulting in a unique partnership with the Gemfields group, a global leader in the mining of coloured stones. A highlight of the partnership sees that emeralds from Zambia will be fully validated by Eco-Age, a brand consultancy specializing in sustainable solutions, through its Green Carpet Challenge (GCC) Principles of Sustainable Excellence. This move marks the first time that Chopard has included responsible coloured gemstones in its Green Carpet Collection—paving the way for 100% ethical and traceable creations associating emeralds, diamonds from an RJC certified diamond trader and Fairmined 18-carat white gold.

Take a look at Chopard’s Red Carpet 2016 collection here:
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Art + Design
Guess what Cos and Snarkitecture will be doing with thousands of glass marbles?
COSxSnarkitecture

30.10.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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Come 8 November, an immersive installation will be unveiled at the Gana Art Centre in Seoul, marking the third collaboration between Snarkitecture and Cos.  New York-based art and architecture studio Snarkitecture is known for their creative reinterpretation of everyday materials and structures, a philosophy that is shared by Swedish brand Cos, whose reimagined classics have found their way into many a fashion enthusiast’s wardrobe.
According to Daniel Arsham and Alex Mustonen of Snarkitecture, the installation “merges the technical sensibility of the latest COS collection with Snarkitecture’s approach to create a playful and interactive environment.”

Drawing inspiration from Cos’ creative philosophy and its latest collection, Snarkitecture has designed an interactive exhibit where thousands of glass marbles will be travelling around the room on winding rails. Pitting constant movement in a contemplative environment, we imagine it will be a truly mesmerising sight.

The Cos x Snarkitecture installation will be open to the public from 8 to 19 November 2017 at the Gana Art Centre in Seoul, South Korea.

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4 Hair trends from NYFW AW18 we can’t get over
What a throwback

18.02.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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New York Fashion Week AW18 ended with a bang a few days ago, and we couldn’t help but to spot a couple of hair trends that are seeing a revival this year. Read on to find out what made the cut this AW18:
Blast from the past
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Pretty much the most talked about hair trend from NYFW AW18 is the comeback of hair accessories from the ’80s and ’90s. While most can’t shake off the idea of claw clips as runway-worthy, it’d be hard-pressed to admit that these aren’t the perfect accessories for second-day hair (especially on days that you’re running late and don’t have time for a styled ‘do.) Tom Ford brought back lurex headbands coupled with a majorly tousled hair, while Alexander Wang and Prabal Gurung gave us reason to start trawling for forgotten claw cips and comb headbands in our hair accessory stash.

Pin it
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’90s hair clips and headbands aren’t the only accessories that are trending this season. Pins of all sorts, from rhinestone-studded to the good ol’ bobby pins, are now en vogue. A retro spin in the form embellished bow-shaped clips was spotted at Michael Kors; bobby pins were used to full effect for taming crimped waves down at Libertine; while Zadig & Voltaire proved that studded pins can complement a pair of standout earrings for a statement-making look.

Curtain call
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Centre-parted bangs are all the rage this fall with a handful of brands jumping on the trendwagon. If you’re feeling inspired to take on this fringed ‘do, add a contemporary twist via a chic lob tucked behind the ears (Jason Wu) or go the ’70s route and let your natural curl take place with blown-out waves and plenty of hairspray (Coach 1941, A Detacher).

Colour me rad
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Hair colour ran the gamut from turquoise to orange on the runway — it’s time to embrace your colour-loving streak this season. Models were given bowl-cuts with gradient stripes that complented their ensembles at Marc Jacobs; hairstylist Guido Palau gave models space-age, “neon geometric wigs” in electric hues at Jeremy Scott; while pastel-hued locks and wigs dominated the catwalk at Philipp Plein.

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Just in: Urban Decay’s Naked Reloaded is a worthy successor to the OG Naked palette

01.03.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Last August, Urban Decay dropped a piece of news that almost broke the hearts of makeup enthusiasts around the world—their original Naked eyeshadow palette will be discontinued after an eight-year successful run. Pretty much trailblazing the trend of neutral eyeshadow palettes, the OG Naked proved that you can combine 12 everyday shades in a palette and make all wearable for any occasion.
But Urban Decay soon made up for that—with the launch of the all new Naked Reloaded eyeshadow palette. Already making waves since last December on social media, this isn’t your average neutral eyeshadow palette. With one question in mind (“what eyeshadow would you bring to a desert island?”) the brand sought out to redefine neutrals while elevating the idea of what an everyday shade is.
The result? 12 universal shades in matte, satin, shimmer and glitter finishes that flatter every skin tone, age, and gender. The slimmest Naked palette to date, the Naked Reloaded boasts a chic floral print on the exterior—one that was inspired by Urban Decay’s vision of “flowers with an edge”.
Worth noting is the four classic shades that now come in larger pans for maximum use: Bribe, an ivory matte, Barely Baked, a soft gold metallic, Boundaries, a warm terracotta matte, and Blur, a light nude matte. The rest of the stunners are Angel Fire, a pale rose-gold micro-shimmer, Reputation, a deep-rose gold micro-shimmer, Burn, a copper-burgundy metallic, End Game, a chocolate brown matte, Dreamweaver, a cool brown with 3D sparkle, Distilled, a bronze metallic, Bucked, a warm brown matte, and Retro, a bright peach matte.
“Retro is a great universal shade. It’s the colour of the year and it is very flattering. You can use it as a standout on its own (wear it allover the lid) or as a transition colour on the crease of the lid. Putting it on the crease can really brighten up the eyes,” says Urban Decay Global Makeup Artist Steve Kassajikian.

Whoever said neutrals can’t be elevated for a bolder look hasn’t seen what the Naked Reloaded can do. Wet your eyeshadow brush with Urban Decay’s All Nighter Setting Spray and pick up some of the gorgeous metallic shades to build your look. “My favourite way to wear metallics is wet. It gives the colour an amazing, multicolour finish. I love it on the entire lid, or underneath the lash line,” says Kassajikian.
If you find yourself working more than four shades from the palette for your look, here’s another pro tip that will come in handy: “If you like to do your makeup base first, a lot of the times, you’ll have fallout allover your cheeks, and when you wipe it, it’ll ruin your face,” says Kassajikian. “I like to use a small stippling brush to lay the colour on the lid, then I’ll use a blending brush with no eyeshadow on it to blend what’s already on the lid. This way, you’re not adding more colour, but you’re just blending it out and it gives you a little to almost no fallout.”

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Food + Drink
World’s 50 Best Bars: Here are the winners this year—including Kuala Lumpur’s Bar Trigona

06.11.2020
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The results—voted by 540 bar industry experts from the World’s 50 Best Bar Academy—were announced virtually amid Covid-19 concerns. This year, there is a new bar at the top of list; with 2019’s winner Dante now at the second spot. Malaysians have a lot to celebrate as our very own Bar Trigona (housed in Four Seasons KL) made it to the list for the first time, and rightly so.
Ashtin Berry was awarded the Roku Industry Icon To Watch whereas Galaxy Bar in Dubai took home Campari One To Watch. The Ketel One Sustainable Bar Award went to Alquímico from Cartagena and Renato Giovannoni was given the Altos Bartenders’ Bartender award. As for the Heering Legend of the List, Tokyo’s High Five won. Last but not least, Kwānt from London was awarded London Essence Best New Opening Award. Maybe Sammy from Sydney was given the Michter’s Art of Hospitality Award.
Check out the full list of World’s 50 Best Bars 2020 below:

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1. Connaught Bar (London)
2. Dante (New York City)
3. The Clumsies (Athens)

Photo: Singapore
4. Atlas (Singapore)
5. Tayer/Elementary (London)

Photo: Kwānt
6. Kwant (London)
7. Florería Atlántico (Buenos Aires)
8. Coa (Hong Kong)

Photo: Jigger & Pony
9. Jigger & Pony (Singapore)
10. The SG Club (Tokyo)

Photo: Maybe Sydney
11. Maybe Sammy (Sydney)
12. Attaboy (New York City)
13. The NoMad (New York)
14. Manhattan (Singapore)

Photo: The Old Man
15. The Old Man (Hong Kong)
16. Katana Kitten (New York City)
17. Licorería Limantour (Mexico City)
18. Native (Singapore)

Photo: Paradiso
19. Paradiso (Barcelona)
20. American Bar (London)
21. Carnaval (Lima)

Photo: Salmón Gurú
22. Salmón Gurú (Madrid)
23. Zuma (Dubai)
24. Little Red Door (Paris)
25. 1930 (Milan)
26. Two Schmucks (Barcelona)

Photo: El Copitas
27. El Copitas (St. Petersburg)
28. Cantina OK! (Sydney)
29. Lyaness (London)
30. Himkok (Oslo)
31. Baba au Rum (Athens)

Photo: Panda & Sons
32. Panda & Sons (Edinburgh)
33. Swift (London)
34. Three Sheets (London)
35. The Bamboo Bar (Bangkok)
36. Tjoget (Stockholm)

Photo: Buck & Breck
37. Buck & Breck (Berlin)
38. Employees Only (New York City)
39. Bulletin Place (Sydney)

Photo: Bar Benfiddich
40. Bar Benfiddich (Tokyo)
41. Artesian (London)

Photo: Sober Company
42. Sober Company (Shanghai)
43. Indulge Experimental Bistro (Taipei)

Photo: Bar Trigona
44. Bar Trigona (Kuala Lumpur)
45. Drink Kong (Rome)
46. Room by Le Keif (Taipei)

Photo: Alquimico
47. Alquimico (Cartagena)
48. High Five (Tokyo)
49. Charles H (South Korea)

Photo: Presidente
50. Presidente (Buenos Aires)
Congratulations to all the winners! Check out the complete list here.

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A night in shining armour: The ultimate guide to jewellery collections that’ll amp up the glitz and glamour this festive season

19.12.2019
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Film, TV + Theatre
The best shows to watch this month: ‘Emily in Paris’, ‘Warrior’, ‘Miss S’, and more

03.10.2020
By Lea Rina

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

Wondering what you should binge-watch next? These are some of the hottest TV shows and films you’ll find popping up on your favourite streaming platforms this month:
Emily in Paris
When: 2 October on Netflix

Starring Lily Collins as Emily, a marketing executive in her 20s from Chicago who unexpectedly lands her dream job in Paris when her company acquires a French luxury marketing company. Tasked with revamping their social media strategy, Emily’s new life in Paris is filled with adventures and surprising challenges as she juggles winning over coworkers, finding friends, and navigating new romances.
Warrior—Season 2
When: 3 October on HBO and Cinemax

Based on the writings of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, Warrior is a gritty action-packed series set during the brutal 19th century Tong Wars of San Francisco’s Chinatown. The show stars Andrew Koji as Ah Sahm, an up-and-coming martial arts prodigy who, under mysterious circumstances, emigrates from China to San Francisco. Ah Sahm becomes a hatchet man for one of Chinatown’s most powerful Tongs (Chinese organized crime families), Hop Wei after fighting to prove his worth.
Season two follows the rivalry of Hop Wei and Long Zii as they fight for dominance in the midst of the ever-growing anti-Chinese racism that threatens to wipe them all out. Ah Sahm is back and working harder than ever, spending endless nights fighting in the notorious Barbary Coast fight pits as he has plans for the new Long Zii leader and the Hop Wei ‘head Father’.
Miss S
When: 5 October on HBO GO

Set in 1930s Shanghai, the series follows the young and witty socialite Su Wenli (played by award-winning actress Ma Yili) who forms an unlikely crime-solving duo with serious inspector Luo Qiuheng (played by Vengo Gao Weiguang). Together they crack numerous cases but can Luo Qiuheng be the key to solving the mysterious disappearance of Su Wenli’s younger sister?
Hubie Halloween
When: 7 October on Netflix

This hilarious family film follows an unlikely hero whose goal is to keep the residents of his hometown, Salem, safe during Halloween. Hubie Dubois (played by Adam Sandler) becomes suspicious of a mysterious new neighbour as people begin to disappear. Hubie fights to convince police and townsfolk of the predicament, but it is up to him to stop the monsters.
Swamp Thing
When: 7 October on Astro (Ch712 HD) and UnitiTV (Ch 451)

In a swamp outside Marais, Louisiana, something unnatural is born as a result of the scientific work done by powerful businessman Avery Sunderland. As the illness plagues the town, a young CDC investigator named Abby Arcane is sent in to investigate—but what hidden secrets will she uncover?
Rebecca
When: 21 October on Netflix

Based on the 1938 Daphne du Maurier’s beloved gothic novel, Rebecca is a psychological thriller that tells the story of a newlywed young woman and widower husband Maxim de Winter. Arriving at the wispy English coast at his grand family estate, she begins to settle into her new life but finds herself trapped in the shadow of Maxim’s late wife, the elegant and suave Rebecca.
His House
When: 30 October on Netflix

Following their harrowing escape from war-torn South Sudan, a young refugee couple grapple to adjust to their new life in a little English town. Unbeknownst to them, the town harbours unspeakable evil lurking beneath the surface.

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Meet the 11 Malaysians on Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2022 list
Leaders of tomorrow

27.05.2022
By Natalie Khoo

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Forbes has officially announced its 30 Under 30 Asia list for the class of 2022, putting the spotlight on young entrepreneurs, artists, athletes, industry leaders, and talented individuals across the region.
According to the publication, more than 4,000 nominees applied to be on the list this year—a record number for the Asia edition. The final list, which consists of 300 honourees, has been carefully handpicked and vetted by a group of reporters and esteemed judges, including some of the most active venture capitalists and successful business leaders in Asia Pacific.
A total of 22 countries and territories are represented on the list, with India leading in terms of number of entries (61), followed by Singapore (34), Japan (33), Australia (32), Indonesia (30) and China (28).

South Korean model-turned-actress Jung Hoyeon earned a much-deserved spot on the list. (Photo: Forbes)
You’ll find several familiar faces who have been making headlines all over the world for their outstanding performance in their respective industries, from sports to entertainment. Among them include American-born skier Eileen Gu, who won two golds and one silver medal for China at this year’s Beijing Winter Olympics; award-winning South Korean model-turned-actress Jung Hoyeon of Squid Game fame; and K-pop girl group Aespa.
Meanwhile, 11 Malaysians of varying backgrounds and industries have made the list this year. Get to know them and their achievements across five categories—Entertainment & Sports; Media, Marketing & Advertising; Retail & E-commerce; The Arts; and Social Impact.

Entertainment & Sports
Nur Batrisya Mohammad Nazri (SYA)

Photo: @itssyaofficial / Instagram
In 2020, SYA became the first Southeast Asian female rap artist to sign with Def Jam Recordings—the American multinational label behind iconic artists such as Jay-Z and Rihanna—after releasing her viral freestyle video, Kika. The 25-year-old bilingual rapper, whose full name is Nur Batrisya Mohammad Nazri, has faced online abuse for performing rap as a Muslim woman. However, she believes art and religion should be kept separate. Despite the criticism, she has gained a growing fanbase for her talent in bilingual rap, with her 2020 debut single, PrettyGirlBop featuring Yung Raja, amassing over 150,000 YouTube views and over 200,000 streams on Spotify. She has since dropped her second hit, Madame, in late 2021.

Media, Marketing & Advertising
Chong Kern Wei (Arts in Motion)

Photo: @kernwei / Instagram
Chong Kern Wei is the director of Arts in Motion, a broadcasting and media company that has worked with high-profile clients including BMW, Netflix, Asahi, and Chanel. Armed with a degree in graphic design and advertising from IACT College in Malaysia, he started his career as a designer at VLT Kuala Lumpur before joining Arts In Motion in 2017. The 25-year-old was also the director and editor of Time Magazine’s Climate is Everything cover (April 2021), in which renowned Malaysian artist Red Hong Yi lit up 50,000 green-tipped matchsticks arranged in the shape of the world map to represent the global climate crisis.

Cheyenne Tan (Meralta Films)

Photo: @itscheyennetan / Instagram
Borneo-based producer and filmmaker Cheyenne Tan is best known for her role as the co-producer of the 2019 short documentary St. Louis Superman, which earned a nomination for Best Documentary Short Subject at the 2020 Academy Awards and won the Critics Choice Award for Best Short Documentary. The multiaward-winning film tells the story of politician Bruce Franks Jr and his personal trauma and political obstacles in his mission to pass a bill. Tan also co-produced Shelter, which was awarded the Audience Award for Best Short at the AFI Docs Film Festival. She holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Cinema from Columbia College Hollywood, Los Angeles. Today, the 27-year-old is a creative executive at Meralta Films, the production studio of filmmaker Smriti Mundhra.

Retail & E-commerce

Henry Ting (TTRacing)

Photo: EY
At 28, Henry Ting has already made a name for himself as an entrepreneur behind the gaming chair maker, TTRacing. Since it was founded in 2017, the brand has served more than 300,000 customers, selling about 15,000 chairs per month. TTRacing is now the largest gaming chair brand in Malaysia, and has operations in the Philippines through a partnership with the country’s largest IT distributor. After opening another factory line last October, the company aims to enter markets in Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Ting graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Nanyang Technology University Singapore and was named among the top 10 nominees for EY Entrepreneur of the Year Malaysia in 2021.

The Arts

Jay Perry Ang and Kinder Eng (Motoguo)

Kinder Eng (left) and Jay Perry. (Photo: Forbes)
In 2015, Jay Perry Ang (27) and Kinder Eng (29) co-founded Malaysian fashion label motoguo, together with creative director Moto Guo (who is aged above 30). Since then, the brand’s genderless designs have featured in Milan, Tokyo and Shanghai Fashion Weeks. It also became the first Southeast Asian label to be shortlisted for the LVMH Prize for young fashion designers in 2016. Fans of HBO’s Euphoria Season 2 may recognise motoguo’s Mirage Knit in the show, whilst the brand’s Marblelous Mac & Cheese Shirt was worn by Youn Mille Desirs for Vogue France. Today, motoguo is sold in the US, UK, Japan, Malaysia, and China, with a flagship online store on China’s Tmall.

Sharina Shahrin, Everyday Studios

Photo: @sharinashahrin_ / Instagram
Sharina Shahrin may only be 28, but she has been an active advocate for a range of social issues through her art for years. The Kuala Lumpur-based mixed media visual artist uses digital designs, paintings, photos and textile installations to explore women’s rights issues, identity, and society through Everyday Studios. She also co-founded Safe Space, a platform for women to express, connect, and learn through events and retreats. On top of that, Shahrin acts as the special projects coordinator of Rumah Kita, a Kuala Lumpur shelter for pregnant women in times of crisis.

Social Impact

Raudhah Nazran (Accelerate Global)

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Raudhah Nazran is the founder and CEO of Accelerate Global, a social enterprise that tackles youth unemployment through upskilling programs. It offers a two-week Entrepreneurship Boot Camp and a 5-Day Career Boot Camp, which Nazran claims have directly impacted over 5,000 youth participants. Just last April, the enterprise closed a round of investment funding, bringing its valuation up to RM6.6 million. The 26-year-old social entrepreneur was a Malaysian government scholar with honors in Law from the University of Essex, in United Kingdom. She was also shortlisted for the Women of The Future Southeast Asia Awards in 2021.

Zenna Law, Elaine Sim, and Sophia Aliza Jamal (Pinkcollar Employment Agency)

Zenna Law. (Photo: Pinkcollar)

Elaine Sim. (Photo: Pinkcollar)

Sophia Aliza Jamal. (Photo: Pinkcollar)

The final three Malaysians to make the list are the co-founders of Pinkcollar Employment Agency: Zenna Law (27), Elaine Sim (28), and Sophia Aliza Jamal (28). As Malaysia’s first ethical recruitment agency, Pinkcollar was founded with the mission to improve recruitment and hiring practices for Filipino workers in Malaysia. The agency serves as a two-way solution for employers looking for a better way to hire domestic workers as well as for workers seeking safe and dignified jobs with no placement fees or salary deductions. It also trains workers on legal rights, migration preparedness, and grievance mechanisms. This year, Pinkcollar received a US$200K grant from the Global Fund to End Modern Slavery in order to extend its services to Indonesian migrant workers and Malaysia’s manufacturing sector.

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Food + Drink
Food Review: 8 Dishes to order from Atas Modern Malaysian Eatery’s new menu for 2020

24.08.2020
By Ronn Tan

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With the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO), hotels in Kuala Lumpur have begun operating again. Although The RuMa Hotel and Residences has not reopened for stays, you can now pamper yourself at the hotel’s UR Spa (with its signature Touch Therapies) as well as dine at the hotel’s F&B establishments, including Seven Lobby Bar and Santai Pool Bar as well as Atas Modern Malaysian Eatery.

Last year, Editor Rachel Au reviewed the culinary fare at the contemporary Malaysian restaurant when they first opened and happily recommended a plethora of dishes to check out—from the 7+ Wagyu Sirloin to the Pandan creme caramel. Fast forward to 2020, Executive Chef Tyson Gee’s latest menu is a brilliant combination of signature creations and fresh concoctions.

Ingredients and spices take centre stage here at Atas Modern Malaysian Eatery; many of them sourced locally. Flavours lead the way—instead of experimental and fancy versions of well-known Malaysian delicacies.
Blue Tiger Prawn (RM45)

It’s easy to see (and taste) why this starter with betel leaves and charred coconut sambal is so well-adored. Described as Malaysia’s version of the popular Thai dish, Miang kham, you get an avalanche of flavours when you consume in one mouthful. Think an explosion of gustatory bliss.
The prawn (with plumpness to boot) provides the delicate sweetness while the betel leaf brings on some mild bitterness—thus, resulting in a well-balanced creation full of palatable personality. You’d want to go for more (just like girl group Twice envisioned), especially for the unforgettable burst of flavours. I sure do!
Torched Hand Dived Scallops (RM46)

Leave it to Chef Tyson and Atas to bring the funk (and soul). This time in the form of scallops and Gula Melaka soy dressing. The hand dived scallops—served with kaffir lime, jicama, and local caviar—are almost too pretty to be devoured. Scallops are candies of the sea and should be treated as such.
Delicate, fresh, and pudgy, the naturally lush scallops are pampered with a citric treatment in the form of kaffir lime. You get a hint of equitable sweetness from the soy dressing; one that does not, in any way, overpower the innate being of scallops.
Cured Ocean Trout (RM52)

Another dish on the menu with one of Chef Tyson Gee’s many unique versions of sambal is Cured Ocean Trout. Served with puffed tapioca and local herbs, expect a multi-dimensional experience with every bite. You get the crunch with the keropok-like puffed tapioca and the delicate richness of the ocean trout (which is seasoned adequately—making it extremely flavourful on its own).
While the dish is easy (obviously) on the eyes, it is also easy in the mouth. How satisfying. The sambal wasn’t overtly spicy (perfect for a non-chilli queen like me). With just the right amount of added sweetness, the entire dish was thoroughly elevated. It’s a must-have at Atas, after all.
Ike Jime Malabar Snapper (RM80)

While the dish isn’t exactly the prettiest or the most Instagrammable, all you have to do is take a bite for that notion to disappear once and for all. The iconic Dory said it best: “just keep… eating.” The malabar snapper dish—with Sichuan pepper, tamarillo, ice plant, and local tauchu—is prepared utilising the Japanese technique of Ikejime. Meant to maintain the quality of the meat by ceasing any muscle movement, it is said to be a more humane method when it comes to killing fishes.
Prepared perfectly, the skin (glistening just like a successful 10-step skincare routine) was treated with utmost care; a fine line between crispy and dewy. What I loved best about this dish is how the tauchu—almost similar to miso—complemented the meat without completely dominating the snapper’s characteristic richness. Brackish but necessary. Heavenly yet down to earth.
Lawas Highlands Red Rice (RM66)

The first rice-based dish on the list has a consistency between risotto and porridge but it’s more than that. Lawas Highlands Red Rice comprises of king oyster mushrooms, highland pepper, and pecorino. It’s easy to over-season rice or even mess up the preparation of rice. Just ask Uncle Roger; he sure has opinions. This specific dish by Chef Tyson Gee uses red rice by Langit in Lawas, Sarawak (hence, the name). Slightly fluffy and nutty, the red rice by Langit are grown using heirloom seeds by the Lun Bawang farmers in Long Semadoh Valley.
Perfect for vegetarians, this is probably one of my favourites from Atas’ menu. Seasoned sufficiently, this dish reminds me of all the iconic landmarks across Malaysia. Think the Petronas Twin Towers and Kek Lok Si Temple. Why, you asked? This is a dish that’s symbolic of Atas’ very philosophy—a place where guests can embark on a culinary journey through the Malay Peninsula. Combine pecorino’s slight brininess with the woodsy and sweet texture of king oyster mushrooms, you get a wholesome masterpiece in the mouth.
Jasmine Rice Salad (RM23)

A dish like this could easily be eaten on its own! Plated beautifully (showcasing the different layers and ingredients with finesse), the Jasmine Rice Salad came with chicken skin, spring onions, sesame, and XO Sauce. Whether you immediately thought of nasi lemak or nasi kerabu, best believe that it’s beyond just another version of a classic Malaysian dish. It’s in a class of its own.
This combination by Chef Tyson Gee should be an exception for anyone who isn’t a massive fan of carbs—especially for the crispy chicken skin and anchovies. Fragrant and full of ambrosial crunch, there’s really no reason not to indulge.
Cornfed Chicken (RM78)

How do you even go about elevating a chicken-based dish? For Chef Tyson, it’s this particular cornfed chicken dish with buah keluak, okra, and fermented chilli sauce. If you’re wondering, buah keluak is the seed of the kepayang tree. The specific ingredient has to undergo proper curing methods before it is ready to be consumed.
While the meat is tender and chewy—as expected, it is the aromatic bitterness from the buah keluak that really took me by surprise. You get a fascinating and unique flavour profile; one you won’t be able to find anywhere else. In addition, the mild spice level might not work for you if you’re a lover of major spiciness but in my opinion, it is exactly because of the mildness that I enjoyed the dish. You still get a hint of piquant sassiness with the meat taking centre stage.
Pahang Single Origin 70 Per Cent Dark Chocolate (RM36)

You know what we all deserve? Dessert. The menu at Atas features three dessert options: Strawberry and Goats Cheese, Durian Ice Cream Sundae, and Pahang Single Origin 70 Per Cent Dark Chocolate. I was fortunate to be able to give all three a go and while I throughly enjoyed all of them, this would have to be my favourite.
The dessert consists of two things I never say no to—dark chocolate and more dark chocolate! Utilising cacao grown right here in Malaysia, the dessert has everything it takes to be the only dessert you ever need. In life and beyond. It has the right crunch and sweetness while developing its own gastronomic realm. It’s smooth, smoky, and toothsome; the ideal way to immerse oneself into the terroir (soil and climate) of the single origin chocolate. Can I have more of this, please?

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Film, TV + Theatre
SIFA on Demand review: Performances worth watching from home

12.06.2021
By Eugene Chen

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Even in the midst of a pandemic, the show must go on—safely. In response to COVID-19 restrictions, the Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) has gone virtual with SIFA on Demand. The festival is happening now till 20 June on Sistic Live, so there’s still time to get your tickets here. Access to individual titles go for S$15 while the all-access bundle, which includes all content, costs S$60.
The SIFA on Demand lineup includes popular festival commissions, past videos, and also selected films. Among the highlights are SIFA’s captivating theatrical, dance, and musical performances. In the comfort of your home, enjoy performances from New York’s SITI Company and Singapore’s leading production houses such as Toy Factory Productions, Singapore Dance Theatre (SDT), Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO), and Singapore’s Nine Years Theatre (NYT).
Recently, I got the opportunity to watch a few performances. There are the ones I’d recommend making time for:
The Year of No Return

Directed by Alvin Tan, and co-written by Haresh Sharma and Rody Vera, The Year of No Return addresses the problems of climate change from different perspectives. The play is set at a global climate forum that looks incredibly realistic, with screens to show international guests and the logos of sponsors.
The different guest speakers—consisting of a Filipino representative from Green Liberation International, a Filipino governor, a marine biologist, and a Japanese CEO—share their experiences with climate change, providing the audience with a diverse set of opinions. The play does a great job of presenting both sides of the movement, exposing the flaws and hypocrisies.
At a time where many of us want to be heard by muting the voices around us, The Year of No Return is a timely reminder to have open conversations instead of speaking over each other. It is a testament to the complexities of resolving, or even slowing down, climate change.
Oiwa—The Ghost of Yotsuya

The tale of Oiwa is a classic Japanese ghost story of betrayal and vengeance. After many years of research and training, Director Chong Tze Chien has finally completed his adaptation of the classic. The Finger Players’ theatre production uses “human puppets” and actors to retell this horrific story.
Chong does a fantastic job of humanising Lady Oiwa by telling her backstory, instead of diminishing her to a vengeful ghost. As the story unfolds, the audience slowly starts to sympathise with Lady Oiwa—more so when she’s revealed to have been abused by her husband, Tamiya. We learn to not judge the characters by their appearance or by what they are.
Puppets are the perfect tool to bringing out the horror in Oiwa—The Ghost of Yotsuya; their uncanny movements are enough to send chills down your spine. The traditional Japanese costumes, music, and techniques reflect the amount of research done to bring this production to life. It is an excellent adaptation of the classic—filled with horror, comedy, and grief.
Sound Social Series: Did you want more sleep?

Did you want more sleep? is the brainchild of Singaporean artist Weish and visual artist Marc Gabriel Loh. The extraordinary project is a combination of sounds, live performance, visuals, and text—reflecting Weish’s complex relationship with sleep.
“I can wake up a billion times and not know whether I’m really awake. It happens to quite a lot of people, like a false awakening,” she said in an interview with Arts Equator. This phenomenon is displayed in the performance when Weish repeatedly wakes up to the same question—“Did you want more sleep?”—when she’s actually still asleep.
In its unique way, Did you want more sleep? raises awareness of an issue that isn’t widely discussed. The reality is that many individuals struggle with some type of sleeping disorder that affects their daily lives. As Weish’s mood changes throughout the performance, we realise how taxing these sleep afflictions can be on a person.
Overview
Nothing can completely replace the feeling of going to a theatre and watching a live performance. However, SIFA on Demand does a good job of trying to bring that experience to you virtually with some of the performances. For example, with Oiwa—The Ghost of Yotsuya, you can click to enter into a virtual theatre and choose which camera angle to view the performance, as if you’re picking a seat. Although it’s prerecorded, the performance can’t be paused, just like an in-person experience. If you miss catching quality theatrical productions, try tuning in to SIFA on Demand.
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Fashion
Accessory of the day: Mansur Gavriel’s SS19 pleated bags

11.02.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If the success of Mansur Gavriel’s signature bucket bags (launched almost six years ago!) are anything to go by, let’s just say that their new pleated variations will likely be this season’s cult favourite. We can’t resist bags that come in the most supple, touch-worthy materials, and the brand’s MG Pleated Bucket for SS19 checks all the right boxes with effortless ease.
Made from hand-pleated vegetable-tanned leather, the bag is both lightweight and luxurious, made to be worn on the shoulder or crossbody. Versatility is never an afterthought with Mansur Gavriel—its apparel and accessories make for wardrobe essentials that can take you anywhere. Transitioning from the workplace to the weekend is easy breezy with this bag. Wear it with your favourite Saturday dress and a pair of well-worn kicks and you’re good to go. Plus, veg-tanned leather means that you’ve got a keeper that might just last you for a while.

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Makeup
Here’s the real difference between bronzer and contour (and where to use both)
Sculpting vs warming

11.05.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Brace yourselves: You’ve been lied to. Despite what you may have heard through the grapevine, bronzer and contour are not the same thing. We repeat: Bronzer and contour are not the same thing.

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We’re sure this must come as a shock. After all, bronzer and contour are very similar products—so similar, in fact, that they are often described and used interchangeably. However, the devil is in the details, especially when you consider how they were designed to be used, as opposed to how they are commonly used.
So, what is the difference between bronzer and contour?
Put simply, bronzer is for warming while contour is for sculpting.
Contouring is supposed to mimic the shadows on your face and create the illusion of structure where there may be none. As a result, it tends to carry a more grey-purple undertone and is typically applied in areas where shadows are naturally cast on the face, such as the hollows of the cheeks, under the jaw, and on the sides of the nose. As your contour is supposed to mimic shadow, you’ll typically find that most contouring sticks, powders, and creams have a matte finish.
BURO’s favourite contour products:

Fenty Beauty Match Stix Matte Contour Skinstick, RM132SHOP HERE

Natasha Denona Contour Sculpting Powder, RM180SHOP HERE

On the other hand, bronzers are here to make you look sun-kissed. Bronzer is made to be used on areas of the face that would typically catch the sun, such as the forehead and the cheeks. It also tends to be warmer-toned to add that “I’ve just come from the tropics” glow to your face. Additionally, bronzers can come in any finish from shimmer to matte and beyond, and generally adds all-over dimension and warmth to the skin.
BURO’s favourite bronzers:

Anastasia Beverly Hills Cream Bronzer, RM165SHOP HERE

Hourglass Ambient Lighting Bronzer, RM270SHOP HERE

So… what goes where?
We’ve made it clear that bronzer and contour are two different products (hopefully), but it’s also worth mentioning that you can definitely use bronzer as your contour—it just may not look as good.
As a general rule, those with tan to deep skin in the warmer range of undertones can usually get away with using bronzers to contour. However, those with fair or olive skin tones will probably have a little more trouble with looking muddied or orange, meaning that they would probably be better off using a contouring product that has been created in the perfect shadowy shade.
NOTE: Similarly, if you were to use your contouring shade where your bronzer is supposed to go, you would probably end up looking ashy and odd.
It’s why it’s important to consider the placement of your product. Bronzers generally tend to be too warm for areas like the jaw or the nose, but if you were to apply bronzer to an area like the temples and hairline, in addition to adding warmth to the forehead, it can also make the forehead appear smaller.
The bottom line is that while there is overlap, bronzer and contour have very different functions. If you’re sill unsure of what goes where, your best bet is to remember these two cardinal rules.
Rule #1: Bronzer goes wherever the sun hits—the hairline, the temple, the bridge of the nose, and the tops of your cheeks.
Rule #2: Contour goes where the structures of your face recess and shadows form—the hollows of the cheeks, under the jaw, the sides of the nose, and under the lips.
All in all, the best thing to do is have a look at your face structure and play around with your products to learn what works best for you and your face. Good luck!
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All eyes on: 10 New summer shades from Sisley
Do the twist

26.02.2016
By Terry Saw

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BURO Beauty Empties Giveaway Week 2: Win up to RM4,500 worth of beauty prizes

In 2014, a supersized lip pencil exploded onto the beauty scene. The Phyto-Lip Twist XXL was not only immediately noticed because it was boldly clad in zebra stripes, but having a vibrant range of colours, rich texture and a super-moisturising formula down pat also helped it gain star status – and this year, it shines even brighter. Cue six brand new, buildable shades in the juiciest summer hues (in extension to its existing nine) with the chops to care for your lips as they work their head-turning magic.

And to add a little shine and shimmer is the Phyto-Eye Twist, launched last year to complement the range (read: end eyeshadow application struggles once and for all). What you’ll love about the creamy formula is that it glides on like a pro-at-work, is infused with skin-loving ingredients to protect the delicate skin around the eyes and it’s waterproof so the colour stays true all day. Adding magnetism to the eight-colour range this year is four new intense hues perfect for day-to-night events and parties because, well…summer. Just add beach hair and you’re good to go!

Sisley Phyto-Lip and Phyto-Eye Twists, RM159 each, are now available at all Sisley counters nationwide.

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Watch: The best Holiday 2020 fashion campaigns to kickstart your countdown to the festivities

30.11.2020
By Joan Kong

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’Tis the season to be jolly! Our holiday celebrations may not be the same this year, but the major fashion houses are still set on spreading some festive cheer with a slew of holiday campaigns to get us in a merry mood. After all, Christmas is in T-minus 24 days (yes, we’re counting).
From Gucci’s ‘90s office party concept to Kate Spade New York’s purr-fect celebration to Christian Louboutin’s comedy skit, watch the best festive fashion campaigns of 2020 below:
Gucci

Office parties are definitely a no-go this year, but Gucci still wants you to reminisce the good times with a campaign that’s set at a ‘90s workplace. With Yazoo’s ‘Only You’ as the soundtrack, the short film showcases a group of co-workers who are excitedly counting down to the celebration at the office.
Spot some of the eye-catching pieces from the Gift Giving Collection such as the GG Marmont 2.0 and Tennis 1977 sneakers that are emblazoned with sequins, the East/West tote in a woolly jacquard fabric, and more.
Michael Kors

The video takes on a behind-the-scenes format as models Bella Hadid, Mayowa Nicholas, and Salomon Diaz, get ready for a Holiday 2020 shoot while designer Michael Kors asks each of them an important question: “What makes a star?”. Featuring an array of bold and bright separates, regardless of how intimate your celebration is, these pieces will light up the room, that’s for sure.
Versace

Many look forward to returning home for the holidays, and Versace aims to evoke the same feeling with its festive campaign. Starring Irina Shayk, Adut Akech, Biaggio Ali Walsh, and more, the campaign depicts an ultra-glamorous road trip featuring Versace convertibles, scenic backdrops, and impeccable fashion.
Burberry

Burberry takes a different route this year with a campaign that’s filled with visual effects, fun choreography, and a whole lot of ice. Set to a cover of Singin’ In The Rain, a group of young dancers—dressed in some of the brand’s signature pieces—swayed, walked, and danced down the street, bringing the different worlds of fashion, dance, and sports together.
The campaign is also a part of an initiative—in partnership with Marcus Rashford—to support the youth communities in the UK.
Kate Spade New York

If Kate Spade New York’s holiday campaign is anything to go by, cats are always welcomed. The short clip features a furry kitty enjoying itself at a soiree, where the brand’s collection of sparkly pieces take centre stage.
Prada

Instead of a cheery campaign, Prada’s holiday short film is a dark mystery that centers around a stranger in a villa. Titled ‘A Stranger Calls’, the original short story is conceived and written by best-selling author Candice Carty-Williams.
Christian Louboutin

What happens when you put a drag queen, a mailman, and an elf in one room? A comedy skit that’s filled with fun, fashion, and fabulousness. Christian Louboutin’s festive campaign this year will put a smile on your face.
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