Music
Gigs in April 2019: Thundercat, Final Fantasy, AlunaGeorge and more

06.04.2019
By Su Fen Tan

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6 April (Sat), Swee Lee Music Night ft. Battle Bloom x Manju Pocket @ Swee Lee, Lot 10
If you haven’t paid the revamped Swee Lee space in Lot 10 a visit, this gives you the perfect reason to do so! Swee Lee brings back its Music Night series at the Swee Lee Social Club, so you can enjoy an evening of great coffee, stellar music and like-minded new friends. Taking the stage are local indie band Battle Bloom and Manju Pocket, all the way from Korea!
Admission is free. For more information, visit the event page.

6 April (Sat), Cosmic Dreamers @ fono, The Zhongshan Building
Presented by the ever-funky Xes Xes Loveseat and friends, expect a dreamy night of Deep-Acid Nusantara-Space-Funk, as coined by the man himself. A good time is always guaranteed at fono after all.
Check out fono’s Instagram page for the rest of this month’s lineup.

7 April (Sun), Thundercat Live in KL @ The Bee, Publika
No stranger to major stages like Coachella and Glastonbury, the Grammy-winning musical chameleon Thundercat is set to perform in KL for the first time. For those not familiar with the name, he’s the mastermind behind the likes of Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp A Butterfly and Flying Lotus’ You’re Dead!
For ticketing and more information, visit the event page.

10 April (Wed), The Frankie Sixes @ No Black Tie
Trust the Frankie Sixes to bring you a swingin’, jazzy good time. Lead by the velvety vocals of Reza Salleh, the band consists of Ee Jeng on keys, Che Wan on double bass, and KJ on drums.
The cover charge is RM53 (show only). For more information, visit the event page.

10 April (Wed), Gone Before Midnight @ Merdekarya
The band that plays “Malaysian-made manic music” return to Merdekarya for what they promise will be one hell of a night filled with new sounds, old sounds and random noises.
The cover charge is RM20. For more information, visit the event page.

12 & 13 April (Fri & Sat), Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy @ Dewan Filharmonik Petronas
The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) and Dithyrambic Singers presents Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy, bringing your video game fantasy to life through the power of music. Under the direction of Arnie Roth, the MPO will pay homage to the music of legendary composer Nobuo Uematsu and over 30 years of Final Fantasy games!
Only Suite Seats are left. For ticketing and more information, visit the website.

16 April (Tues), AlunaGeorge @ Kyo KL
Aluna Francis of AlunaGeorge will be headed our way soon to rep the electro-synth pop duo for a night of polyrhythmic R&B beats meets experimental UK garage that is sure to get you up and dancing.
For ticketing and more information, visit the event page.

18 April (Thurs), It’s Just Two Album Launches @ The Bee, Publika
It’s just two album launches, no biggie—safe for the fact that it’s by two very familiar names from the local music scene, Jumero and Darren Ashley, and a night of good ol’ music.
Admission is free. For more information, visit the event page.

21 April (Sun), Into The Blue Turns Five! @ Lucky Tora
An avid listener of BFM’s Into The Blue? Then head on down to Lucky Tora as the music show celebrates turning five this month. Just like the programme itself, you can expect a boundary-blurring mix of styles, sounds and selectors delivered with an abundance of good vibes—it’s a late afternoon dance party!
For more information, visit the event page.

24 April (Wed), Mia Palencia + WVC @ No Black Tie
A seasoned name in the local singer-songwriters’ circle, Mia also composes music for a myriad of projects, from indie films to musicals—she was behind the music of the recently concluded Ola Bola musical! Joining her on stage is equally talented WVC Jazz Ensemble. What better way to spend a Wednesday evening?
The cover charge is RM64 (show only), For more information, visit the event page.

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A new multi-functional art space is now open in PJ

24.07.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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Malaysia’s art scene is far from non-existent, but it is admittedly flying under the radar. Perhaps it’s due to a lack of platforms for artists to express and showcase their work—which is why it’s always a joy to welcome new art spaces in town. The newest of the lot is Wicked Art Space, a 3,200 square feet multi-functional space located in SS7 Petaling Jaya.
Having opened its doors earlier this month, Wicked Art Space will be hosting its first public event this weekend, 28 and 29 July 2018, with ‘Jom Pi Merkit’ (let’s go to the market)—an art bazaar and showcase all in one. There will be vendors and artisanal brands from across Malaysia, an art installation by local artist Aleff Ahmad, live art by the TitikMerah collective, and even a set by one half of Dangerdisko, Robotron 5000.

Planning to pop by to check out ‘Jom Pi Merkit’? Register here. Follow Wicked Art Space on Facebook and Instagram for future event updates.

Wicked Art Space
1st Floor, No.10, Jalan SS7/16,Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya

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Venice Film Festival 2017: What the stars wore
Red carpet game on

04.09.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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When it comes to red carpet glamour on an international scale, the Venice Film Festival always delivers with throngs of celebrities bringing their A-game with a dash of pizzazz. Last year, Hollywood A-listers showed up in memorable ensembles that were BDOTY (best dressed of the year) worthy; and this year’s carpet hasn’t disappoint just yet. Just when we thought that the opening ceremony couldn’t be outplayed, celebs upped the ante on various films premieres the days after. Our favourites include Jennifer Lawrence in a breathtaking tulle gown by Dior Couture, Penelope Cruz pulling all the stops in Atelier Versace, and Rebecca Hall who proves that black doesn’t always mean boring with her solid home runs. Below, take a visual trip to Venice and check out all our best dressed picks:
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15 Addictive new TV shows and films to stream in June 2023
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06.06.2023
By Marissa Chin

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

Looking for a new TV series or film to obsess over? This month’s small-screen offerings have got you covered! From HBO’s racy new series The Idol starring BlackPink’s Jennie and a new season of Black Mirror on Netflix to the highly anticipated Secret Invasion on Disney+, there’s plenty to get sucked into this month. Ahead, here are 15 new TV shows and films to stream in June 2023.

100 Years of Warner Bros.

When and where: 1 June 2023 on HBO Go
Watch if: Warner Bros. is your favourite production studio
If you love shows such as Friends and Big Bang Theory and films such as Lord of the Rings and The Dark Knight, you’re in for a treat! In celebration of the studio’s 100th anniversary, a four-part Max (previously HBO Max) Original documentary special narrated by Morgan Freeman has been released on its streaming platform. The documentary will dive deep into the fabled entertainment studio’s origin and rise as the forerunner of Hollywood blockbusters. From exploring the dream of four brothers and a family betrayal to exclusive BTS clips and interviews from figures who brought the Wizarding World and the DC Universe to life, no stone will be left unturned.
Watch it here.

The Idol

When and where: 5 June 2023 on HBO Go and HBO (Astro Channel 411)
Watch if: You want to see BlackPink Jennie’s acting debut
Starring: Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, Lily-Rose Depp, Troye Sivan, Dan Levy, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Eli Roth, Hari Nef, Jane Adams, Jennie Ruby Jane, Mike Dean, Moses Sumney, Rachel Sennott, Ramsey, Suzanna Son, Hank Azaria
From its popular lineup of singers-turned-actors who fans are eager to see debut on the small screen to controversy over its sexually charged script, The Idol remains one of the buzziest shows of the year. Following an aspiring singer’s dream to be America’s sexiest pop star, Jocelyn begins a dangerous relationship with a self-help guru and head of a contemporary cult.
Watch it here.

Never Have I Ever Season 4

When and where: 8 June 2023 on Netflix
Watch if: You’re rooting for Devi no matter how many bad decisions she makes
Starring: Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Poorna Jagannathan, Richa Moorjani, Darren Barnet, Jaren Lewison, John McEnroe, Ramona Young, Lee Rodriguez
The fourth season of the coming-of-age comedy series Never Have I Ever returns for its final run. The groundbreaking show on Tamil and South Indian representation sees Devi as the protagonist who has to navigate the throes of high school whilst coping with the loss of her father. Will Devi be able to sail through her senior year without any big mishaps and get the guy of her dreams?
Watch it here.

Bloodhounds

When and where: 9 June 2023 on Netflix
Watch if: You love a good fistfight
Starring: Woo Do‑hwan, Lee Sang-yi, Huh Joon-ho
It’s Robin Hood but imagine he’s got Ong Bak-level fighting skills. If you’re a fan of action scenes, Bloodhounds is chock-full of it. Blessed with iron fists, the series depicts two young boxers who band together with a benevolent moneylender to take down a ruthless loan shark who preys on the financially desperate.
Watch it here.

The Crowded Room

When and where: 9 June 2023 on Apple TV+
Watch if: You’re curious to see Tom Holland in a serious role
Starring: Tom Holland, Amanda Seyfried, Emmy Rossum, Sasha Lane, Will Chase, Lior Raz
If you’re a fan of Spider-Man’s acting chops, this is Tom Holland like you’ve never seen him before. Playing Danny Sullivan, the upcoming series follows the man as he is arrested after his suspected involvement in a shooting in New York City in 1979. A cat-and-mouse game ensues with curious interrogator Rya Goodwin (Seyfried) and soon, Danny’s life story unfolds, revealing elements of the mysterious past that shaped him, and the twists and turns that will lead him to a life-changing revelation.
Watch it here.

The Zone: Survival Mission 2

When and where: 14 June 2023 on Disney+
Watch if: You picture yourself in these disaster simulations sometimes
Starring: Yu Jaeseok, Lee Kwangsoo, Kwon Yuri
Featuring an upgraded AI 2.0 that sets a series of increasingly difficult (and hilarious) challenges, the popular gameshow is back as the trio travels to some of Korea’s most unique destinations to fight for survival. Whether it’s desperately playing golf on a sinking island in the middle of the ocean or trying to escape a waterpark full of zombies, the stakes are higher than ever before!
Watch it here.

Black Mirror Season 6

When and where: 15 June 2023 on Netflix
Watch if: You question your reliance on technology way too much
Starring: Aaron Paul, Anjana Vasan, Annie Murphy, Auden Thornton, Ben Barnes, Clara Rugaard, Daniel Portman, Danny Ramirez, Himesh Patel, John Hannah, Josh Hartnett, Kate Mara, Michael Cera, Monica Dolan, Myha’la Herrold, Paapa Essiedu, Rob Delaney, Rory Culkin, Salma Hayek Pinault
After four years, the critically acclaimed anthology series is back for its sixth season, delving into a dystopian future run by technological advances. The dark and satirical series created by Charlie Brooker features five genre-bending episodes that promise to be the most unpredictable one yet.
Watch it here.

Extraction 2

When and where: 16 June 2023 on Netflix
Watch if: You want to see Chris Hemsworth blow up stuff
Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Golshifteh Farahani, Tornike Gogrichiani, Adam Bessa, Daniel Bernhardt, Tinatin Dalakishvili, Olga Kurylenko
Hemsworth reunites with the Russo brothers and returns as Tyler Rake in this high-octane action blockbuster film. After barely surviving the events of the first movie, Rake is tasked with another deadly mission: rescuing the family of a cruel Georgian gangster from the prison they are being held in.
Watch it here.

King the Land

When and where: 17 June 2023
Watch if: You’re a 2nd-Gen K-pop fan
Starring: Lee Jun-ho, Im Yoon-a, Go Won-hee
That’s right, K-pop stars Jun-ho from 2PM and Yoon-a from Girls’ Generation are playing lovers in this upcoming romance series! As if that’s not reason enough to catch King the Land, there are a bunch of K-drama tropes we love: enemies-to-lovers, a tense inheritance fight, and an unsolved years-long mystery…
Watch it here.

Lies Hidden In My Garden

When and where: 19 June on Prime Video
Watch if: You’re looking for another melodrama after The Glory
Starring: Kim Tae-hee, Lim Ji-yeon, Kim Sung-oh, Choi Jae-rim
Marking her return to the small screen after three years, South Korean superstar Kim Tae-hee returns as the protagonist of this upcoming tense drama. Based on the novel of the same name by Kim Jin-young, Lies Hidden In My Garden tells the tale of two women who live completely different lives. Chu Sang-eun (Lim Ji-yeon) is the victim of domestic violence and dreams of escaping her tragic reality whilst Moon Joo-ran (Kim Tae-hee) is a housewife with the perfect life…until a strange smell emanates from her backyard.
Watch it here.

Spy In The Ocean

When and where: 20 June 2023 on UnifiTV channel 501, Astro channel 554 and BBC Player
Watch if: The ocean instils wonder in you
If you don’t suffer from thalassophobia, this upcoming BBC Earth documentary is up your alley. Featuring cutting-edge spy cameras—called Spy Creatures—these devices take viewers deep into the ocean and reveal the surprising and hidden lives of its extraordinary creatures. These Spy Creatures are designed to look like the animals they’re spying on, so expect a Spy Whale, Spy Lobster and more to show up in this ocean adventure.
Watch it here.

Secret Invasion

When and where: 21 June 2023 on Disney+
Watch if: You’ve been patiently waiting for the Skrull arc
Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Ben Mendelsohn, Cobie Smulders, Martin Freeman, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Charlayne Woodard, Killian Scott, Samuel Adewunmi, Dermot Mulroney, Christopher McDonald, Katie Finneran, Emilia Clarke, Olivia Colman, Don Cheadle.
Missing Nick Fury? You won’t have to wait long to see him again as he returns in Marvel Studio’s upcoming espionage thriller. Set in the present-day MCU, Fury learns of a full-scale invasion of Earth by a faction of shapeshifting Skrulls. Together with his allies, they must race against time to stop an imminent Skrull invasion and save humanity. The only problem is, are these people who they really appear to be?
Watch it here.

Revenant

When and where: 23 June 2023 on Disney+
Watch if: You lean towards the supernatural side of things
Starring: Kim Tae-ri, Oh Jung-se
From the mind of one of Korea’s most acclaimed writers, Kim Eun-hee (Kingdom, Signal, Sign), comes a breathtaking new supernatural series of demons and death. In Revenant, the South-Korean occult mystery thriller tells the story of a girl whose life is met with tragedy at every turn. The answer to her cursed existence is revealed when she meets a man who can see demons. Together, the pair uncover a demonic doorway and aim to break the curse that has destroyed both their families.
Watch it here.

Heartbeat

When and where: 26 June 2023 on Prime Video
Watch if: Vampires are your thing
Starring: Ok Taec-yeon, Won Ji-an, Park Kang-hyun, Yoon So-hui
And here’s yet another K-drama on our list—this time we’re doing a 360 and recommending a fluffy romance! This fantasy rom-com follows the budding relationship between a vampire who desires to experience a heart-throbbing love and a cold-blooded woman who has been hardened by life. Can the fanged man break down her walls and get the love story he’s looking for?
Watch it here.

Hijack

When and where: 28 June 2023 on Apple TV+
Watch if: You think about the possibility of this happening
Starring: Idris Elba, Archie Panjabi, Max Beesley, Neil Maskell, Christine Adams, Eve Myles, Jasper Britton, Harry Michell, Aimee Kelly, Mohamed Elsandel, Ben Miles
If your irrational fear is the possibility of your plane being hijacked mid-air, perhaps Idris Elba as the skilled negotiator Sam Nelson can help soothe your worries. Hijack is a seven-part thriller that depicts the journey of a hijacked plane on its way to London over a seven-hour flight. Using his guile and quick wit, Nelson must find a way to save the lives of all the passengers before things get out of hand.
Watch it here.

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Jewellery
Glittering gems: Must-see high jewellery collections from Cartier, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and more
Exceptional works of art

03.02.2023
By Benedict Unang

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In between the stylish chaos of Haute Couture week, many jewellery Maisons took the opportunity to present their latest high jewellery offerings. Similar to the garments displayed during the bi-annual event, high jewellery is the exclusive, bedazzled accessories presented by luxury labels to the elites with deep pockets and a great appreciation for exquisite craftsmanship. Taking inspiration from various themes, these sparkling works of art demonstrate the highest level of artistry and creativity. Here are six of our top picks for high-jewellery collections not to be missed.

Dior

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A decade after Dear Dior, Dior Joailllerie’s artistic director Victoire de Castellane, joins forces with the French multi-faceted Maison to interpret the intricacy of lace, as seen on the latest Dearest Dior collection. Seventy-seven stunning works of art were crafted as an ode to the legacy of Christian Dior that convey ageless femininity. Taking cues from lace for its lightness and sensuality, each bijoux was designed to be worn as intimately to the skin as possible—with rubies, tourmalines and sapphires in gleaming shades. The collection also narrows the gap between tradition and innovation by transforming necklaces into modern chokers and turning a pendant with rubies into a brooch.

Gucci

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Hortus Deliciarum returns for its third instalment this year with forty-two designs introduced at the House’s Place Vendôme boutique—blending Gucci’s rich Italian heritage with its consistently exceptional vision to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces. Distinguished by its craftsmanship and sharp attention to detail, the collection draws inspiration from travel and the emotions that follow. In opulent pieces of necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings, nature’s wonders come to life—illustrating Gucci’s take on different themes. Opals and gemstones are seen in the shapes of hearts and hexagons on the signet rings, while the brand’s iconic tiger head adorns the chunky chains.

Louis Vuitton

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Following the launch of the Spirit Chapter I high jewellery line in Marrakech last year, Louis Vuitton resumes its final chapter—the Spirit Chapter II high jewellery collection. Designed by Francesca Amfitheatrof, the latest collection includes thirty unique pieces that pulse with the Maison’s iconic codes, encapsulating the radiating energy of the Louis Vuitton woman. The new pieces are part of the Spirit continuum and are spread among four realms that represent the house’s values—destiny, liberty, fantasy, and radiance. Destiny is an ode to the ruby with its powerful yet feminine designs, while Liberty is an expression built around custom-cut and LV Monogram cut diamonds. Fantasy reflects the Maison’s imagination through the chevron pattern, and Radiance—true to its name—radiates audacious energy with its geometrical forms and diamond-paved V signature.

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Inspired by Mother Nature’s constant evolution, De Beers reveals Metamorphosis, a high jewellery collection devoted to the revolutionary power of natural diamonds. Prelude, the first chapter of the collection, explores the rhythmic cycle of time and captures the four seasons with nine distinctive designs. White, yellow, and rose gold are combined with fancy-coloured diamonds in the line of rings, bracelets, and earrings to evoke the hue of each season. Each diamond strand in the striking ear cuff is finished with a coloured-titanium chrysalis that can be taken off and worn as a charm when desired. Elsewhere, the sautoir necklace has a detachable pear-shaped clip that can be worn as a brooch.

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The British jewellery house Graff presented its newest show-stopper—a 50-carat, D Flawless oval diamond necklace that honours Graff’s brilliance and undisputed dominance in exceptional high jewellery. Set amidst a supporting cast of diamonds totalling another 100 carats, the pendant is crafted to look like it’s floating with nothing obvious holding it in place. Each diamond is meticulously cut into various shapes, including emerald, oval, baguette and round cuts, before being polished and arranged into a harmonious layer of contrasting stones. Additionally, Graff builds on the contemporary patterns first seen in the Tribal collection, heightening the necklace’s illusion of depth and perspective.

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Cartier unveils its third and final chapter of the Beautés du Monde high jewellery collection that celebrates all forms of beauty in the world. Four jaw-dropping necklaces were revealed, including the Ocelle necklace that sports a peacock motif. Not to be missed are the Camail necklace, inspired by bird’s feathers, and the Splendens necklace, designed to replicate the undulating tail of a Siamese fighting fish. Further to that, Cartier pays homage to Japan with an Obi necklace, a rare ensemble composed of eight cabochon-cut emeralds.

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Cannes 2015 Charmers

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Braids, smokey eyes and purple lipstick were this year’s buzzwords

07.06.2015
By Renyi Lim

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You can always count on the Cannes Film Festival to be one of the movie industry’s most lively events of the year, and 2015 was no different. Between a ban on red carpet selfies and a storm of controversy over the festival organisers’ insistence on a high heels-only dress code for women, Buro 24/7 spotted the stars who were hitting it out of the park with their paparazzi-perfect hair and makeup.
Lupita Nyong’o

In a genius beauty move that only Lupita could pull off, the dauphine of bold, brave makeup set off her vivid green Gucci gown wonderfully with a splash of purple lipstick. A textbook example of how those with darker skin tones can actually have the most fun with their lip colours, Lupita’s makeup artist Nick Barose used not one, but two Lancome lipstick shades to give her the “purply-pink lotus lips” that had us all looking twice.
Julianne Moore

Causing a stir at the opening ceremony of the festival at the Grand Theatre Lumiere, Julianne’s smokey eyes and nude lip combination – courtesy of makeup pro Charlotte Willer – made her look elegantly edgy, rather than witchy or overly dramatic. Even with a slicked-down, side-parted bun, her dark eyeshadow was soft and properly blended enough to flatter her famously creamy complexion, which was tinted only by the lightest touch of blush contouring.
Sienna Miller

Lucky, lucky Sienna – not only did she get to be a member of the 68th Cannes Film Festival jury, but she also had legendary makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury on hand to paint her to perfection. The first night of the festival saw her hit the bullseye with a matte, bright red lip that complemented her midnight blue gown without overpowering her entire look. Paired with gentle, earth-toned eyeshadow, this was classic, modern-day red carpet makeup to be reckoned with.
Rooney Mara

Named Best Actress at Cannes this year for her role in Carol, Rooney had us all awestruck with her flawless porcelain skin and power brows. In a look best described as neo-goth, makeup artist Kate Lee gave her peachy eyes and lips to highlight Rooney’s “moonlit skin” during the day, then had fun later on in the evening by adding a tonal, deep violet lip. Gothic beauty has never been more graceful.
 Nina Agdal

Looking like a seductive mermaid straight from the sea, Danish model Nina Agdal turned the Cannes hair game upside down at the Inside Out premier with a free-flowing ponytail that tumbled down in loose, carefree layers across her tanned, well-toned shoulder blades. It was a fun, refreshing change to the straight-laced centre partings that dominated the red carpet this year, and a timely reminder that Cannes is all about the joie de vivre – after all, it’s France.
Poppy Delevingne

Sorry, Cara who?! Poppy took our breath away with her ethereal, almost otherworldly beauty at Cannes. She let her natural freckled complexion shine, rather than hiding it under thick foundation, then turned up the vamp factor with precise, kohl-lined eyes and a just-bit-my-lip shade of berry lipstick. As for that wispy, intricately braided bohemian updo – just ravissement!

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Watch the Salvatore Ferragamo AW19 livestream here

23.02.2019
By Stephanie Boey

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It’s an exciting day for the Italian brand, we’ve got word that the the co-ed show will commence at a new location today, marking a change in venue in over 12 years. We’re looking forward to seeing the new location and what the creative directors Paul Andrew and Guillaume Meilland have in store for womenswear and menswear respectively. Catch the show live from Milan with the livestream below, going live at 4.30PM Malaysian time.

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Best of Paris Fashion Week AW16 Street Style Day 9
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10.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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As the fashion month comes to an end, we’ll sorely miss the throngs of people crowding the streets in stylish threads (some albeit in the most ridiculous, head-turning looks), so here’s a roundup of the best dressed folk spotted on the last day of Paris Fashion Week AW16. On the top of our list are Michelle Elie’s cool ensemble—that navy and neon green coat is love—and Yoyo Cao’s luxe Miu Miu getup.
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Here’s what you should do this Valentine’s Day (based on your love language)

04.02.2022
By Adelina Tan

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Are you still thinking about what you can do for your S.O. this Valentine’s Day? If nothing’s planned and your mind’s come up with a blank, why not do something based on you or your partner’s love language? If you’re not entirely sure what your love language is—or what it entails—here’s a quiz to help you discover more.
In a nutshell, your love language is the way you best express and experience love. The term was coined by Gary Chapman in his 1992 book, The Five Love Languages: How To Express Heartfelt Commitment To Your Mate. The five love languages are acts of service, words of affirmation, physical touch, quality time and receiving gifts.
If you’ve taken the quiz and know exactly how you express your love, read on to find out some date ideas you can explore today.
Acts of Service

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If your partner’s primary love language is acts of service, try doing simple things such as cooking a meal, completing their house chores or even taking their car for a wash—these are all considered acts of service.
1. A candlelight dinner
A romantic dinner at home is a no-brainer, but we suggest taking it up a notch by cooking and preparing a meal from scratch. This will give you extra brownie points (for thoughtfulness!) and it shows that you truly put effort into impressing your partner on this special day. Fret not if your cooking skills are subpar—it’s the effort that counts for those with acts of service as their love language.
2. Breakfast in bed
This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Monday—so before your S.O. wakes up for work, surprise them with a hearty breakfast in bed. After all, who wouldn’t want to wake up to food, especially when it was prepared by a loved one? Once again, remember that the food doesn’t have to be Michelin Star-worthy because it really is the effort that counts.
3. Spa at home
Treat your partner to a relaxing home spa with essential oils, candles and a good massage. This would be a great way to pamper them after a long day at work. Also, if your S.O. has physical touch as their secondary love language, this would definitely be the ideal Valentine’s date for them.
Words of Affirmation

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Those whose love language is words of affirmation feel cherished when their partner expresses their love and appreciation to them through the use of words, whether written or spoken.
1. Get crafty with a love letter
As old-fashioned as it may sound, writing love letters is one of the most foolproof and romantic ways to express your love and appreciation. Reminisce about the good (and bad, but mostly memorable) times you’ve share together and let them know how much you appreciate them—whether in the form of haikus or cheesy quotes (no better time than now to get mushy). At the end of the letter, sign off after asking him/her out on a proper dinner date.
2. Belt it out via karaoke
If writing or speaking the words out loud seem too basic in your books, show off your vocals by serenading your partner at a karaoke session. Playlist recommendations include love songs that remind you of them, or songs that bring back sweet memories you both share. This is a must-do for couples who enjoy singing!
3. Fill a jar with 365 notes
Penning a year’s worth of notes is undoubtedly time-consuming but nothing speaks more of your feelings than a touching gesture as such. List down reasons why you love your other half—it can be compliments you often (or never) give, the reasons you appreciate him/her in your life, poignant quotes, and even throwbacks to shared memories.
Physical Touch

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If you or your partner’s love language is physical touch, it means that any affectionate or intimate physical gestures—i.e. holding hands, kissing, hugging (you get the idea)—are the go-to ways to receive and express love.
1. Ice skating
Unless you both are pros at making pirouettes on ice, chances are you’ll be holding on to each other most of the time, making it a perfect date for anyone who’s looking to get handsy (wink). Stumbling all over the ice skating rink may be tiring (and a tad bit embarrassing), but who cares about saving face when you get to bond and look cute together.
2. A trip to the theme park
Want something more exciting and less snooze-inducing? Plan a date at an amusement park. Thrilling rides will have your heart pounding, but that’s also an easy excuse to grab each other during moments of fear. If your partner’s a sucker for stuffed animals, flaunt your hand-eye coordination at carnival games to win plushies to take home.
3. Netflix and chill
If you and your partner are homebodies who turn red at the thought of PDA, stay home to cuddle in peace and privacy—with a favourite show or one you’ve been wanting to catch together. To transform this experience from a regular date night to something more romantic, swap the usual tidbits for indulgent desserts and champagne (or any special drink of your choice).
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Quality Time

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Those with quality time as their primary love language adore giving and receiving undivided attention. Simple dates where they can listen and talk to each other mean the most to them.
1. A picnic
The weekend before Valentine’s Day, grab a basket, pack some food and head to a park for a picnic. It’s an underrated date that wouldn’t cost you a bomb, but you’ll definitely be spending quality time talking to each other. For those who are going on first dates, this is also a good way to get to know your date better.
2. Go for a hike
Love nature and all that comes with it? Explore Mother Nature with your other half by going on a hike. Opt for an easy trail that wouldn’t prove to be too challenging (unless the both of you are experienced)—you’d want to enjoy having a conversation while taking in the tranquility of nature. Ideally, a hike with a picturesque view is recommended to make every minute of your time worth it.
3. Volunteer at an animal shelter
Anyone with a soft spot for furry animals wouldn’t mind spending time at an animal shelter on a date. Show your love for animals and each other by volunteering together. But, be warned: you may go home home as parents… to a cute soon-to-be best friend.
Receiving Gifts

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People who have receiving gifts as their primary love language aren’t necessarily materialistic—only that a gift means the world to them, as it indicates that their partner had them in mind while buying the gift.
1. Attend a workshop together
Instead of buying each other gifts, why not get crafty and make them at a workshop. Attending a workshop together not only allows you to bond, you can also gift each other the specific product(s) that you’ve made during the workshop. Nothing beats the sincerity (and time and effort) that comes with handmade gifts.
2. Go on a shopping spree (for each other)
As basic as this sounds (you hit the mall together nearly every weekend), you can always amp it up by shopping for each other during the date. Set a budget and gift them something from their wishlist, or a gift that would prove to be useful. Alternatively, you can style each other from head-to-toe just for kicks (not literally, hopefully) and giggles.
3. Make a memento scrapbook
Flex your creative skills by making your partner a memento scrapbook from scratch—or, turn it into a date by crafting it together. Gather photos taken during your time together, old movie/flight tickets, dried flowers, and the like to paste them in a scrapbook as a lovely keepsake. You’ll thank us for this walk down memory lane in the next 10 years—or while prepping for your wedding ceremony.
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7 Things you should know about Jung Ho-yeon, the ‘Squid Game’ breakout star

07.10.2021
By Deanna Cheah

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If you’ve watched Squid Game on Netflix, you’ll know Jung Ho-yeon as Player 067—AKA Kang Sae-byeok, a North Korean defector with a tragic past. She’d lost her father and grandparents before being forced to leave her mother behind in North Korea, escaping to South Korea with only her younger brother, Cheol. More hardships awaited the siblings in their adopted country. When Sae-byeok could no longer afford to take care of him, she made the heartbreaking decision to leave her sibling in a children’s home.

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All alone now and barely able to get by, she becomes one of the 456 participants taking part in a deadly game to win ₩45.6 billion (more than RM160 million). Her dream is to buy a house and reunite her family with the prize money. Jung Ho-yeon’s portrayal of Sae-byeok’s trauma, resilience and resourcefulness has made both the character and actress a fan favourite.
Jung’s popularity has also been boosted by the surprise success of Squid Game. It’s currently Netflix’s number one show in the world and the first K-drama to reach the top spot on Netflix’s US chart.
Watch the trailer for Squid Game here:

With Jung Ho-yeon’s star on the rise, we predict you’ll be seeing more of her in the near future. In the meantime, here are some things you may not have known about her:
1. She has been modelling since the age of 16
She may be new to K-drama viewers, but Jung Ho-yeon is a familiar face in the Korean and international fashion scene. Born on 23 June, 1994—in Seoul, South Korea—she began modelling when was 16. Even without an agent, she managed to establish herself at Seoul Fashion Week before signing on with ESteem Models.

To gain further exposure and raise her profile, Jung participated in the fourth season of Korea’s Next Top Model. She finished the season as its runner-up.
2. She left Seoul in 2016 to pursue a modelling career overseas
In 2016, Jung Ho-yeon made her international modelling debut as an exclusive model for Louis Vuitton. She’s since walked the runways for numerous luxury brands including Chanel, Prabal Gurung, Jeremy Scott, and Roberto Cavalli. In print, she’s also graced the covers of Vogue Korea and Vogue Japan, among other publications. In her earlier days as a model, Jung was known for her fiery red hair and spunk, the latter a trait she shares with her on-screen character.

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Jung was able to connect, too, with Kang Sae-byeok’s loneliness in a foreign country. “In 2016, I left Korea to further my modelling career overseas, and I spent a lot of time alone. At the time, the emotion that I felt the most was ‘loneliness’,” she told W Korea. “That feeling of loneliness while trying to persevere and live isn’t all that different (from Sae-byeok’s experience).”
3. Her ‘Squid Game’ audition clip was recorded during New York Fashion Week
At the start of 2020, she joined the newly established Saram Entertainment agency in Korea as an actress while maintaining her modelling career. With her management’s encouragement, she decided to audition for Squid Game by sending in a self-taped video from New York, around the time of fashion week.

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“I remember how I spent all my time reading the script apart from when I ate food. I sent the video in, and the director contacted me, asking me to meet in person. So I dropped everything and flew in right away,” she told W Korea. No one was more shocked than she was to find out she’d landed the part of Player 067, her first-ever acting role.
4. Jennie from Blackpink is one of her friends
Korea’s top model turned up-and-coming actress is friends with a member of the world’s biggest girl group! In a recent Instagram post on Jung’s account, we got to see her hanging out with Blackpink’s Jennie on the set of Squid Game. The show’s star, Lee Jung-jae, confirmed that Jennie had also sent a coffee truck to show support for her close friend. This earned Jennie a mention in the ending credits of Squid Game—see if you can spot her name.

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These two go way back, with Jung first appearing on Jennie’s Instagram in 2019. They’re spotted on each other’s social media accounts quite regularly, whether it’s to express support for a professional project or to commemorate their friendship.

Jennie sent her a food truck while filming and she thanked Jennie in the ending credits for squid games pic.twitter.com/PhiwymtDGc
— ً (@AIRJENS) September 21, 2021

5. Her Instagram following has grown massively since ‘Squid Game’

From having around 400,000 Instagram followers before Squid Game started airing on Netflix, Jung Ho-yeon now has over 15.9 million followers and counting. Her social media feed offers a glimpse into her daily life and career, from pictures of her latest modelling campaigns to a peek behind the scenes of her projects.

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6. She is dating actor Lee Dong-hwi
Jung and actor Lee Dong-hwi, who’s known for his role in the Reply 1988 K-drama, have been a couple since 2016. This was confirmed by Lee’s label, who stated that the actor “didn’t want to lie about his personal relationships”. He is a singer, too—he made his solo debut with his recent song, ‘Keep Your Head Up‘, and is a member of the R&B project group called ‘MSG Wannabe’ alongside Simon D and Kim Jung-min. The group was formed by MBC’s reality show Hangout with Yoo.

7. She’s Louis Vuitton’s latest global ambassador
As mentioned earlier in point number two, Jung has been a runway model for Louis Vuitton since 2016, for their SS17 show. She was also cast in the maison’s Pre-Fall 2017 campaign. Following her massively successful acting debut in Squid Game, she’s now been promoted to the ranks of the French luxury brand’s global ambassador.

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““I’m honoured to kickstart my acting career with Louis Vuitton, which I’ve worked with throughout my modelling career,” Jung shared in a statement. Nicholas Ghesquière added: “I immediately fell in love with Ho-yeon’s great talent and fantastic personality, and I am looking forward to starting this new chapter of the journey we started at Louis Vuitton a few years ago.”
We, too, are so excited to see what’s in store for this rising star in the K-drama scene!

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5 Rarest luxury watches of all time

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5 Rarest luxury watches of all time
Time-telling treasures

25.10.2022
By Phyll Wu

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Watches can be extremely valuable items. In this era, where technology has evolved incredibly in ways that are almost unbelievable to grasp, we’d think that classic timepieces would eventually fade with the changing times. Yet even with the snazziest, highly advanced digital watches that have emerged in this modern age, they stand incomparable to the extraordinary artistry of classic timepieces and may never come close to the exceptional craftsmanship that brought them to life.
While it’s no secret that the cost of these rare timepieces could reach unimaginable numbers, they’re genuinely priceless items in the eyes of watch enthusiasts and collectors.
Here, we’ve rounded up five luxury watches that are so rare that most of us may only be able to behold them through the screens of our gadgets. If you’re wondering why these wristwatches are immensely desired and why a single watch would ever cost a fortune and a half, scroll ahead to have all your questions answered!

Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300A-010

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Introducing the one and only Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300A-010, a stainless-steel timepiece launched in 2014 as one of the seven pieces to honour the brand’s 175th anniversary. As one might expect, it’s no ordinary watch. The Grandmaster Chime is popularly known for being the most complicated wristwatch Patek Philippe has ever produced, boasting 20 complications, including Grande and Petite Sonnerie, a minute repeater, a calendar complete with a four-digit year display, a second time zone, a reversible case, and the list goes on—all compressed into a single 47.7mm x 16.07mm watch.
With such complexity, you could only imagine the amount of time spent bringing the Grandmaster Chime to life. I’ll save you the Google search: a whopping 100,000 hours. That’s 4166 days and 16 hours, totalling up to over 11 years. So it’s no surprise that only seven pieces were made. The Ref. 6300A-010, however, is especially unique amongst the seven for being a one-off piece, and it was sold at the 2019 Only Watch charity auction in Geneva for a staggering 31 million USD (RM146.8 million), breaking the record for the most expensive watch ever sold. What a way to commemorate the jubilee.

Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 in Stainless Steel

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Up next, we have yet another rare Patek Philippe piece, and it’s none other than the very iconic Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 in Stainless Steel. Famed for being one of the most revolutionary watches ever made, the Ref. 1518 is the world’s first Perpetual Calendar Chronograph wristwatch to be manufactured, dating back to 1925, when it was introduced. From the steel bands to the classic minimalist details, the watch exudes a discreet, timeless elegance that has no need for ostentatious embellishments to speak for its legendary reputation. The Ref. 1518 is so iconic that it would be a crime not to include in this list. Even rarer than the Grandmaster Chime, Ref. 1518 in steel is limited to only four pieces and was made exclusively for the Italian market. Originally valued at three million USD, the piece was auctioned off for 11.1 million USD (52.7 million MYR) in 1943 and currently takes fourth place for the most expensive watches ever sold at an auction.

Cartier Crash

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Looking at the Cartier Crash, you might’ve already guessed that it’s highly sought-after and, of course, rare—which would be an accurate guess. A popular favourite amongst celebrities, the unmistakable Cartier Crash was a collaborative design by Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson in the late 1960s. Renowned for its unique distorted silhouette, the watch unintentionally resembles the famous surrealist melting clocks from the well-known The Persistence of Memory painting by Salvador Dali.
Although it has always been a remarkable piece since its inception, its demand especially skyrocketed over the recent years after it was spotted on the wrists of the most influential personalities, including Tyler The Creator, Kanye West, Kim Kardashian, and Jay-Z. With such big names flaunting the iconic watch, everyone—and I mean everyone—wanted to get their hands on the Cartier Crash. And so, Cartier reissued the piece with a modern twist in a limited batch of just 67 pieces starting at $36,000 thousand per piece. A vintage Cartier Crash, however, is worth seven figures. Earlier this year, an 18-karat yellow gold vintage piece was auctioned off for 1.65 million USD (RM7.8 million).

Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal Ref. 4907

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The Vacheron Constantin Chronometre Royal Ref. 4907 is famous for being one of, if not the rarest, vintage timepieces the market has ever seen. To give you an idea of just how extremely rare the piece is, only One (1) has ever been seen at an auction, and it’s unknown how many were actually made, or if there are even others that exist. However, its extreme rarity is not the only factor that gained the piece such significant regard. Initially launched in the early 1900s, the Chronometre Royal collection is understood to be one of the first attempts at serial production of a precision timepiece and amongst the most refined timepieces ever made. Designed with 18k white gold with crocodile leather straps and a diameter spanning 35mm, although simple and uncomplicated, it’s truly unlike any other. In 2016, a very lucky collector was able to snag the timepiece at an auction for a good CHF 125,000 (RM593,000).

Cartier Cheich

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Alongside the beloved Cartier Crash, the Cartier Cheich is perhaps one of the coolest watches ever made. Although, unlike the iconic distorted piece, it’s believed that the Cartier Cheich is limited to only four pieces made in total, and its origins is certainly unlike most others. Designed in resemblance to the cloth worn by desert explorers to shield themselves from the sun, the Cheich was created as a winning prize for the impossible Cartier Challenge.
In the 1980s, Cartier’s then-CEO Alain Dominique Perrin and founder of the Paris-Dakar Rally, Thierry Sabine, came up with the legendary Cartier Challenge, dubbed one of the most difficult races in the world. Participants raced 9,978 kilometres across the Sahara Desert, starting from Paris, within three weeks before reaching the finish line in the Senegalese capital. If that wasn’t already gruelling enough, the reward was only given to the twice-in-a-row winner who used the same class of vehicle in both rounds.
In 1985, BMX motorcyclist Gaston Rahier made the impossible possible, earning him the well-deserved unique timepiece. One of the four was gifted to Sabine, which is believed to be lost for good, and the other two were never awarded and kept securely in the Cartier archive, never to be sold.
Since then, the Cartier Chiech had slipped away from the world for nearly four decades—until May of 2022 that is. The piece won by the late Rahier, who only wore it once, was featured on the market for the first time ever at the Fine Watches online auction in Paris and was sold for $1.1 million (RM5.2 million).

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Beauty
Virtue Labs’ Melisse Shaban on beauty science, the spark of the industry and inclusivity in hair care

18.08.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Bad hair day? Thinning hair? Dry, split ends? Frizzfest? No more. Let us introduce you to Virtue Labs, the first haircare brand to utilise real human keratin that smoothes, defrizzes and repairs your hair. Far from a fluke, the basis behind the beauty is purely scientific: Made for women, by a woman.
Welcome to the era of your best hair yet—we talked to Melisse Shaban, the founder and CEO of cult beauty brand Virtue Labs, to glean some hair care wisdom. Ahead, she explains what makes Virtue’s formula so effective:
It’s refreshing to see a beauty brand so heavily rooted in the science of beauty. Your trademark ingredient is human keratin—can you detail its necessity in hair care?
“Really, Virtue’s whole reason for being is this breakthrough technology which was never intended for use in hair care at all. Alpha Keratin 60ku® is a patented form of a human keratin protein that was developed in the study of regenerative medicine to help severely wounded military soldiers.
“Contrary to other ‘keratins’ you might have heard of, which are highly processed animal by-product (like sheep wool or feathers), this is a unique protein that is derived from human hair, and carefully extracted to remain whole and fully functional.

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Six years ago, we came across something extraordinary. A group of bio-scientists had found an entirely new way to collect Keratin in its pure form. This incredible protein is what makes up 90% of our hair, skin and nails. They had discovered Alpha Keratin 60ku®. What excites us about Alpha Keratin 60ku® is that our hair recognizes it as it’s own, and that makes it really powerful. It’s pulled to where it’s needed, strand by strand, smoothing, resurfacing and filling in cracks of damage.
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“Because it is essentially hair, it ‘sees’ the cracks of damage, and goes where it’s needed to repave and heal the damage to give you your healthiest, most beautiful hair possible. It was seeing the amazing results this technology has on damaged hair that made me want to share it with the world.
“We did a lot of clinical studies with the ingredient, even before we started formulating the final products, and were blown away by what we saw. After five uses, Virtue products with Alpha Keratin 60ku deliver up to: 67 per cent reduction in frizz; 95 per cent split end reparation; 22 per cent increase in thickness; and 138 per cent increase in colour vibrancy.”
Could you elaborate on the science behind the keratin extraction process? How exactly is it extracted in its pure form?

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“Well, I can’t tell you exactly how we do it because that would betray our trade secrets. But we start with clean, ethically-sourced hair that has never been coloured or chemically treated and use a patented extraction and purification process to create Alpha Keratin 60ku®, which is keratin in its purest, most potent form. This is a fully-functional protein that is virtually identical to the protein that makes up about 90 per cent of your hair. It is completely unique in hair care.”
How did you discover that there were novel uses for keratin in beauty specifically?
“It was a bit of a fluke, really. And it wasn’t me [who discovered it]. Dr Luke Burnett, the chief scientist behind the development of this technology, is a retired Colonel from the U.S. Army. After two tours in Iraq, he made it his mission back home to find ways to speed healing and improve quality of life for wounded soldiers, and it was all based on this newly patented form of a human keratin protein that he had pioneered the development of.

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“An intern, a young woman PhD candidate working in his lab, had family members in the beauty industry, and she asked if she could perform some experiments on the side using left over material—she had heard of ‘keratin’ in hair care and wanted to test and see if this particular keratin protein could also have benefits for hair repair.
“A few experiments later, they liked what they saw, but hair care was not their mission or their expertise. That’s when I was called in to take a look, really as a favour for a friend. Seeing the extraordinary results that this technology has on damaged hair made me want to share it with the world. And about four years after that, Virtue was born.”
You’ve had an impressive, long-standing career in the beauty industry. What makes the industry special to you?

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Features
London Fashion Week SS17: Day 5 Street Style
Textbook on textures

21.09.2016
By Buro247

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The time has come to bid farewell to the cobblestone streets of London town. We are coloured a rosy shade of impressed with the generous offerings of street fashion by the industry darlings that we have had the pleasure of featuring.
To wrap things up for our London Fashion Week street style reports, we’re ditching the etsy-esque paper-packaging ethos and going with bright orange wooly shearling and a suffocating amount of layered black tulle. We’re talking texture.
A sure-win way to add interest to your outfit—be it minimal or over-the-top—is by incorporating textural details to instantly create points of interest. Corrupting the monotonous, textural elements in the form of tactile materials like velvet; fabric manipulation through appliqué application or pleating; and even finishes like high-gloss coatings could add much needed dynamism. See for yourself:
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Shine bright with Piaget’s Sunlight Journey collection
A ray of light

29.07.2017
By Joan Kong

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Nothing can ever come close to the beauty of nature, and Piaget’s “Sunlight Journey” collection—the fourth sun-inspired line after “Mediterranean Garden”, “Secrets and Lights” and “Sunny Side of Life” proves just that. Comprising of High Jewellery and jewellery watches, the collection revolves around three themes—Secrets of Dawn, Midday Festival and Nightfall Celebration—each commemorating the beautiful light (and the mood) at a time of the day.

Secrets of Dawn
The pink gold, white opal and Paraiba tourmalines reflect the grey, beige and pink shades at dawn as the Mediterranean sea and sky merge together. Timepieces with white opal dials symbolise the billowing clouds and foam, while eggshell mosaic dials help to capture the memory of a summer stroll.
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Midday Festival
The noon is where the thrilling visual effects come out to play. Its sapphire and emerald shades represent the iridescent colours of the sea, with a 45.99 carat blue star sapphire adorned with blue marquise-cut gems, diamonds and feathers.
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Nightfall Celebration
The heat of the afternoon sun gradually subsides when the sun begins to set, with a mix of orange, pink and gold hues symbolises the sky’s one last glow. From the purplish pink spinel cuff watch to Piaget’s beloved sunbeam motifs—in the form of a 6.63-carat yellow diamond necklace surrounded by red spinels, yellow and white diamonds—these exquisite gems marks the end of a picturesque day.
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The Force Awakens: Join in on this global Star Wars event
Force Friday

31.08.2015
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As the world’s first-ever global live toy unboxing event, the online phenomenon will be revealing a scope of Star Wars: The Force Awakens products in a lead up to the opening of toy retailers around the world on ‘Force Friday’. Kicking off on the morning of September 3 in Sydney, Australia, the toy unboxing spectacle will be making its way across 15 cities in the span of 18 hours, with the grand finale taking place at Lucasfilm in San Francisco.
With commentators Anthony Carboni and Andi Gutierrez hosting the live stream, the Star Wars YouTube channel will be following the unveiling of products across 12 different countries. Alongside popular online personalities, including EvanTubeHD, ExpCaseros and AlexBy11, fans across the globe are invited to join in on this exciting experience by simply tuning in on their electronic devices. The 18-hour live stream will not only screen the unboxing of the merchandise but also provide commentary on the upcoming film from special guests, exclusive footage from recent Star Wars events and much more.

In Malaysia, Star Wars: The Force Awaken products will be available on ‘Force Friday’ 4 September 2015 at Toys “R” Us Mid Valley. There will be exclusive freebies for the first 300 paying customers and special prizes to be won for best dressed, Star Card Top Spender and trivia quiz winners.
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Versace ventures to the Kentucky countryside for its Spring 2017 campaign
Smells like freedom

16.12.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Put Bruce Weber with top models Edie Campbell and Anna Ewers in the sweltering Kentucky heat alongside horses, and you’ve got Versace’s picture perfect Spring/Summer 2017 campaign. Perhaps the most unpredictable setting that the brand has shot in, the visuals capture the heady freedom and ardour of a summer afternoon—one that was in line with artistic director Donatella Versace’s vision and the sporty aesthetic of Versace Spring 2017 men and women. “This is a collection about the dynamic moment and the freedom of the Versace life,” says Versace. “There is no one I know who can capture that spirit and energy like Bruce Weber.”
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Spot Campbell steadily balancing atop a horse’s back in a billowy nylon parka that she coincidentally wore to open the Spring 2017 show, and actor Mitchell Slaggert and musician Jake Lahrman in harmony with majestic horses amidst grassy plains. Another picture features Ewers and Campbell decked in power-woman worthy suits as they groomed a black beauty in the stables. “Creating the visual campaign for Donatella’s new collection has been exciting because it involves nature and horses and freedom. Freedom of choice, freedom of expression and freedom of speech. I think it’s always interesting that fashion can carry messages in a subtle way and make people think about their own lives and how they can make it better,” says Bruce Weber.

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3 Alternative destinations outside of Sydney for the solo traveller
Adventures for one

24.04.2017
By Rachel Au

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There are so many advantages to travelling alone — you make new friends, you truly discover yourself, etc — and it’s no longer an unfamiliar territory. Of course, safety is always a concern, especially for first time solo female travellers. Hence, we made this list of five best places to make that first step. Australia is one such fine example and if you’ve visited Sydney enough times to pass off as a local, perhaps it’s time to dwell a little further with these suggestions thanks to Destination NSW.

Wollongong
If the idea of buzzing cafes, restaurants and seaside towns appeal you, head south of Sydney and you’ll find the dazzling sight of the Illawarra coast line where the city of Wollongong resides.

WHAT TO DO: Take a ride along the Grand Pacific Drive, past the rugged coastline, beaches, seaside town and over the iconic Sea-Cliff Bridge. The view is breathtaking but things like these are always better with company so take the Harley Davidson sidecar tour with Just Cruisin’ Tours. They’ll stop for photos at lookouts and take you to a beer garden overlooking the ocean at the historic Scarborough Hotel for drinks.

Minus the pulsating energy of a city that never sleeps, Wollongong has something for everyone. For a double dose of adrenaline, book a skydive with Skydive the Beach. For a more relaxing holiday, hang out at the beach and stroll to the Wollongong Head Lighthouse. Both presents an opportunity for the best kind of souvenirs: Photos.

WHERE TO EAT: Diggies Cafe (delicious fresh food with a view overlooking North Wollongong Beach), Illawarra Brewing Co (hearty pub fare with 34 locally crafted beers on tap), The Lagoon Seafood Restaurant (a feast of locally caught fish and oysters), and Sandygoodwich cafe (they organise communal dinners once a month).

WHERE TO STAY: Novotel Wollongong Northbeach, Ocean Blue B&B at Stanwell Park and the new Headlands Hotel at Austinmer Beach

Coffs Harbour
Sun seekers know to head north along the Legendary Pacific Coast but where you really need to stop off at is Coffs Harbour, a friendly town with lots to do for solo travellers — especially if you want to learn how to surf.

WHAT TO DO: First up, or rather, surf’s up, sign up for a group lesson with Lee Winkler’s Surf School and you’ll be riding the waves in no time. The nature adventure continues with a plantation tour at Coffs Harbour’s landmark Big Banana. Come evening, your itinerary should include a tour of Muttonbird Island Nature Reserve with an Aboriginal ranger. If you’re there over the weekend, do check out the harbourside markets on Sunday mornings.

WHERE TO STAY: Coffs Jetty Bed and Breakfast

Mudgee
The wine region of Mudgee is a decent 3.5 hours drive from Sydney and a pleasant getaway destination for foodies and wine lovers. The local farmers and winemakers take pride in growing a stellar produce for the majority of cafes and restaurants in towns.

WHAT TO DO: Mudgee Explorer Tours is your go-to for half and full day small group tours to wineries (up to eight people) as well as excursions to nearby attractions such as hiking along the Goulburn River to the beautiful sandstone rock formation known as The Drip; Ferntree Gully and sunrise at Castle Rocks.

WHERE TO EAT: Blue Wren Wines‘ Kitchen Table dining experience where guests can eat at the kitchen workbench and engage in a passionate conversation about the dishes served with the chef. Alternatively, Mudgee Brewing Co. is a boutique microbrewery and restaurant with a great atmosphere and hosts live music performances three nights a week.

WHERE TO STAY: Peppertree Hill

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Make a scene: NARS x Steve Klein

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Make a scene: NARS x Steve Klein
Provocative beauty

24.10.2015
By Terry Saw

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Journey into ‘Fantascene’ – a fantasy world where unconventional beauty reigns supreme, outweighing perfection; a reality dreamt up by two of the most outstanding iconoclasts of our time.
Legendary fashion photographer Steve Klein is known to push boundaries when it comes to his cinematic photography, which treads the fine line between unsettling and arresting, yet provocative, to elicit shock and reaction from his audience. François Nars on the other hand, is a makeup maestro who does not only defy the rules of convention when it comes to beauty, but is also selective when it comes to his legacy of genius collaborations (previously with Andy Warhol, Guy Bourdin and Christopher Kane), and now his latest venture with Klein.
“I like Klein’s way of shocking. His work is edgy and highly sexualised. There is a true vision in his work. He captures these cinematic moments with his use of colour and lighting, as well as his sense of fashion.”
Together, they create one of the most captivating beauty collections yet, inspired by an exclusive edit of visceral works of art from an archive by the hundreds of Klein’s best. This limited edition collection features dramatic colours across eyeshadows, nail polishes and high-shine glosses including special appearances from NARS cult-faves and signature red lipsticks, plus exclusive palettes imprinted with imagery by Klein that inspired the collection, which if there’s one thing you do next month, you must, must get your hands on.

5 minutes with Steve Klein
 When did you first meet François?
“We met roughly 20 years ago when we first started working together. The first job that we did together was when I was photographing Isabella Rossellini, and he did her make-up. The second time, I worked with him as a make-up artist with Linda Evangelista.”
What makes François Nars such an icon in beauty?
“There are few hands that could do what François Nars has done. He has impecable taste and stands strong by his work.”
What made this collaboration such a success from your perspective?
“We really understand each other. He has an amazing understanding of colour and together, we were able to create this stunning collection around my imagery that tied it together beautifully.”

Who has been your favourite person (or people) to shoot?
“I have a strong connection with Madonna – she’s one of my best friends and we have a long history together. It is unspoken words of love and respect for each other. She was the first person that told me to pick up the film camera. Ever since then, we’ve been doing various projects together. We don’t always see eye to eye, which is good, but we have the same interests. We love horses, we love great art and we love cultured and intelligent people. We’re both seekers and we don’t settle for anything but pushing the limit as far as we can go.”
What statement did you want to make with the collection?
“I think of all the people, like Lady Gaga, Madonna and several artists that I know that are very creative women. I like women who are daring but underneath they are all very sensitive and care about the world and where the world is going.”

How do you feel makeup impacts your overall vision for an image?
“Oh, it’s extremely important. I think that anybody in front of the camera is a blank canvas. When you put a mark on them they commit to who the character is and what they look like. Making a movie is the same for me. It has a cast of charatcers and you have to be very definitive on who you portray.”
Do you have a muse?
“Not so much a muse, but I would love to say, hands down, Kate Moss would be (and has been for a long time) this kind of, “I’m everything, but I’m not much.” I like her attitude about beauty and I like the way she puts herself together. To me that is the woman that I’m attracted to in a way. I like her humour about who she is and what she does. To me she’s the contemporary icon of beauty.”

What is the relationship between beauty and fashion for you?
“There’s an aspect of what you do with the makeup and how it fits characters. The colours that you choose, the way you do your eyeliner, your style – it gives me an indication of who you are. Faces tell stories. Makeup creates characters.”
What’s your next big project?
“My current project is to be a movie that will inspire the world. It’s not all fixed at the moment, so I’d rather not speak about it until it’s come together.”
What do you still hope to achieve in your career?
“I’m interested in making films, bigger stories. Specifically, I think as a photographer, something that captures your eye. A glimpse of a second.”
NARS x Steve Klein will be available at all NARS boutique and counters from 1st November 2015.

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7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 18 & 19 December 2021

18.12.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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1. #SupportLocal at the Glitter & Glee Festive Market

When: 18 & 19 December 2021 | 2pm to 10pm
Where: Gamuda Gardens Experience Gallery
The second and final week of the BURO X Gamuda Gardens Glitter & Glee Festive market is happening this weekend, with more local vendors for your Christmas gift shopping. From tableware and bodycare to festive snacks and drinks, there’s plenty to buy for yourself and your loved ones, on top of exciting activities for young and old alike. Find out more here.
2. Discover the Sensorium of Inversion/Immersion at RexKL

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When: 1 to 28 December 2021 | 12pm to 8pm
Where: RexKL Main Hall, 80 Jalan Sultan, Kuala Lumpur
Art mavens won’t want to miss this media art showcase featuring spectacular assemblages of vibrant light projection artworks by several Malaysian multimedia artists, including Lim Kok Yoong and KC Tan, Wee Jia Foong, Flux28, and Ashly Nandong and Azarikh Amran, with music accompaniment composed by Ahmad Muriz Che Rose. The showcase explores the idea of the physical and perceived realities of worlds which we inhabit through stories, imaginations, and memories in varied lens and perspectives.
Registrations are closed but walk-ins are welcome, subject to venue capacity. Follow @hellorexkl on Instagram for more updates.
3. Enter the world of The Witcher at Sunway Pyramid

When: 10 December 2021 to 2 January 2022
Where: Green Vase Fountain, Ground Floor of Sunway Pyramid
To celebrate the second season of The Witcher, the iconic Green Vase Fountain at the Ground Floor of Sunway Pyramid has been transformed into the dark, ominous forest of The Continent. Those who dare enter will find the life-sized Myriapod in all its horrifying glory within. While you’re there, look out for Kaer Morhen’s Medallion Tree, from which its branches hang a variety of Witcher medallions, honouring Wolf School Witchers that have fallen over the years. Prospective Witchers can complete the immersive journey by collecting all five designs of the medallion (Geralt, Lambert, Eskel, Cohen, and Vesemir) and unlock exclusive deals around the mall. Alternatively, if you’re staying home this weekend, you can catch The Witcher Season 2 on Netflix.
4. Catch the Cahaya 004 – Kitab Basah showcase at Publika

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When: 18 to 31 December 2021
Where: 18 December – Black Box, Publika | 19 to 31 December – G3, West Entrance, Black Bridge
Armed with the aim to reignite the creative economy, Senilab and 33.3™, in collaboration with Pusaka and Kumpulan Kuda Kepang Parit Raja, have conceptualised a physical showcase titled ‘Cahaya 004 – Kitab Basah’. Literally translated from Malay to mean ‘light’, the goal of the Cahaya showcase is to reimagine the concept of light by applying it as a tool to reshape, redefine, and represent a space.
To kick off the showcase, there will be a performance by a Kuda Kepang dance troop from Parit Raja, Batu Pahat for one day only on 18 December—setting the stage to explore intersections where modern and traditional artistry can exist in parallel. The light and art installation showcase will follow the next day, with admissions open to all those who are fully vaccinated, in compliance with strict SOPs and regulations.
For more information, visit the website.
5. Discover Momo’s Wonderland of festive arts, crafts, and music

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When: 18 & 19 December | 12pm to 8pm
Where: Momo’s Kuala Lumpur
MoMo’s Kuala Lumpur is celebrating the festive season with The Christmas Artisanal Market, offering a plethora of food, one-of-a-kind handicrafts, and fun trinkets to gift your family and friends for Christmas. Expect crowd-favourite foodfare from Fowlboys and Phil’s Pizza, unique gifts such as crystals from Lumiere and handcrafted jewellery from Naluri Hani and Crescentia, as well as premium desserts from Merry Ice Cream and The Unusual Greens.

Besides that, the Art Seni Art Fair will be happening concurrently at the hotel’s Playground and 10 airwell rooms. The exhibition will feature up to 10 local artists and their take on different styles of print art. Visitors may purchase tickets at RM35 per person for a two-hour time slot, limited to 30 persons per slot. Those who prefer a guided Art Tour may purchase tickets priced at RM45 per person for a two-hour time slot, limited to 10 persons per slot. Each ticket is inclusive of two drinks.
Follow @stayatmomos for more information and updates.
6. Watch the Suka + Duka performance at klpac

When: 18 December 2021, 8pm
Where: Pentas 2, klpac
Price: RM38 | RM30 concession for TAS card members, students, and senior citizens
The Actors Studio Seni Teater Rakyat and klpac, in collaboration with MUKA Space, present Suka + Duka—a multi-instrumental, multi-genre presentation reflecting the turning tides of this journey called Life. Directed by Ian Chow and Easee Chan, the show will feature eight works that marry original compositions by Ian Chow and Andrew Lim with poetry and writing, performed by Andrew Lim, Chong Eugene, Ian Chow, Tan Li Yang, and Zhafir Muzani.
For more information or to purchase a ticket, visit the website.
7. Explore the Konnichiwa Zhongshan festival

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6 Low-key ponytails you can wear for this weekend’s festivities
Low blows

23.12.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If time isn’t on your side this weekend since you’ll be busy doing some last minute shopping (gift guides here for easy reference), we got your hairdo covered for the multiple parties and get-togethers you’re about to hit. Ponytails grazing the neck are all the rage this season, based on the different variations we saw on the runways of Spring/Summer 2017 — which also means that you don’t have to be donning top knots and fancy blowouts to look on-trend.

The recent Chanel Métiers d’Art show had elegant low ponytails teemed with veil nets and sizable roses in pink, red, and black — perfect if you’ve always wanted to wear hair accessories without looking OTT. And as you might already have spotted, extreme side parting seems to have found its fair share of followers with a slew of side-parted sleek straight locks and the like. Wear it in a low ponytail replete with wispy side-swept bangs for a dramatic effect. But none can compare to Tibi’s take on ponytails when it comes to scoring for effortlessness: Hair belting is currently a thing now. A tip to  prevent the belt from sliding off your hair is to apply thickening tonic beforehand for extra volume.

Here’s how you can add a fresh spin to the pared down hairstyle:
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#RedCarpet: What the stars wore for the 88th Academy Awards
A glamorous affair

29.02.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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The biggest awards night of Hollywood is happening live as we type, and we’re already stoked for a number of things, namely 1) The Revenant sweeping a total of 12 nominations this year, 2) our favourite Danish actress Alicia Vikander cinching the Best Supporting Actress award for her role in The Danish Girl, and 3) the wide speculation that 2016 is definitely Leo’s year. Also not forgetting, all the amazing red carpet looks spotted tonight. Heavyweights include Queen Cate in a seafoam Armani Privé gown, Charlize Theron who dazzled in Dior (a classic combo that never fails), and Lady Gaga who went against the grain in a white Brandon Maxwell pantsuit with an overskirt.
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Paris Fashion Week AW16: Backstage at Chanel
#FrontRowOnly

09.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If you kept up with Chanel AW16 and spotted a plethora of accessories that you’re keeping an eye out for in the coming seasons, you need to watch this backstage video of what went down before Chanel rolled out their collection to #FrontRowOnly audience. Those boating hats and fingerless gloves are bound to make its way to our closets pretty soon.

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#GoGreen: Beauty hacks you can DIY easily
Skin-food

18.04.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Newsflash: You don’t need a full beauty shelf of chemicals (usually found in “miracle-inducing” skincare products) to pamper your skin. DIY skincare treats are a no-brainer when you have a well-stocked pantry at hand, so scroll down to find out how you can nourish your skin with active ingredients from Mother Nature that are good enough to eat.
 Grape-y goodness

What you need: 10 grapes, 2 tablespoons of chamomile tea, 2 tablespoons of cornflour
How-to: Mix the chamomile tea and cornflower to form a paste, then mash the grapes into the mixture. Apply the mask to your face and leave on for 15 minutes. Rinse it off and follow with your moisturiser.
What it does: Grapes has a chockfull of antioxidants that help to shield your skin from the effects of free radicals—which can also cause symptoms of premature ageing. Grape seed extract is enriched with vitamin E—another active ingredient to fight off free radicals. Once pulverised, the seeds make for a great skin exfoliant.

One-ingredient wonder

What you need: Coconut oil
How-to: Pour a coin-sized amount of coconut oil on your palm and massage onto your face for 30 seconds. Place a warm towel on your face to open up your pores for 30 seconds. Rinse the towel and gently remove the oil from your face.
What it does: Apart from working as an excellent makeup remover, coconut oil’s antifungal and antibacterial properties also make it a worthy cleanser to ease your acne-contracting woes. Not to mention, its fatty acids help to moisturise your skin without leaving a greasy texture.

Matcha madness

What you need: One matcha teabag, one jasmine teabag / loose tea leaves if available
How-to: Add a few cups of boiling water to a large bowl and infuse it with the teabags/tea leaves. Bend forward to keep your face over the bowl and place a towel on your head to keep the steam in. Close your eyes and inhale the steam for 10 minutes.
What it does: From antioxidants to anti-inflammatory properties, matcha is one of the more popular and widely-used ingredients in skincare. It is exceptionally good for acne-ridden skin as it has chlorophyll, which functions as a skin detox and also minimizes sebum production. If it’s good enough to eat, it’s definitely good enough for your skin.

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Everything to know about Blackpink’s comeback and world tour (so far)
The wait is over!

16.08.2022
By Marissa Chin

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Being a Blink can be hard when you only see your faves once in a blue moon—the worldwide K-pop megastars (comprising of Jisoo, Rosé, Jennie and Lisa) had their last comeback one year and 10 months ago with Lovesick Girls (we’re not counting…) and that is a long time for an active group. But it seems like YG Entertainment has heard the fans’ cries and protests for more Blackpink music and we now have not only a much anticipated August comeback confirmed, but “the largest-ever world tour for a K-Pop girl group”, the entertainment company said in a press release.
Blinks, you have waited patiently in this drought and now, you can rejoice! Below, we fill you in on all the information and rumours surrounding Blackpink’s impending comeback, future projects (yes, there will be more!) and world tour so far so you can get up to speed.

The ‘Born Pink’ Project scheduling revealed

#BLACKPINK ‘BORN PINK’ ANNOUNCEMENT TRAILERYouTube: https://t.co/j7DMnj0Gr9 NOW: https://t.co/QuLYFIMJaX #블랙핑크 #BORNPINK #ANNOUNCEMENT #TRAILER #YG pic.twitter.com/AZs8jHSvjV
— YG FAMILY (@ygent_official) July 31, 2022

YG Entertainment dropped the announcement trailer titled ‘Born Pink’ on their social media—and the Internet exploded. With an addictive dance beat in the background, the video revealed details on scheduling: a pre-release single in August, a sophomore album release in September, and a world tour starting in October, effectively kickstarting the comeback machine into gear.

We have a name for the pre-single!

#BLACKPINK Pre-Release Single ‘Pink Venom’ Release PosterPre-Release Single ‘Pink Venom’2022.08.19 12AM (EST) & 1PM (KST)”Pink Venom” is available for Pre-Save now!https://t.co/noVWZ4dZWd #블랙핑크 #PreReleaseSingle #PinkVenom #20220819_12amEST #20220819_1pmKST #YG pic.twitter.com/N5I77zaskz
— YG FAMILY (@ygent_official) August 7, 2022

After a long week of anticipation, Blinks finally knew the title of the song they would be screaming ‘Song of the Year’. On August 7, YG Entertainment released the poster for ‘Pink Venom’ which revisits the snake tooth motif shown earlier in the ‘Born Pink’ announcement trailer. According to YG, the title describes the foursome’s beautiful yet lethal charm. ‘Pink Venom’ is scheduled to drop on August 19 at 1pm (KST) and 12pm (MYT).
On August 9, YG released another teaser poster for the single, this time using their signature pink shade against a silvery-grey backdrop.

#BLACKPINK 2nd Album ‘BORN PINK’ Teaser Poster2nd Album ‘BORN PINK’2022.09.16#블랙핑크 #2ndAlbum #BORNPINK #TeaserPoster #20220916 #ComingSoon #YG pic.twitter.com/40z1WGHlcH
— YG FAMILY (@ygent_official) August 9, 2022

‘Born Pink’ world tour dates

#BLACKPINK WORLD TOUR [BORN PINK] SCHEDULE ANNOUNCEMENTOfficial world tour websitehttps://t.co/uYjzvLQ5CH #블랙핑크 #WORLDTOUR #BORNPINK #SCHEDULE #ANNOUNCEMENT #YG pic.twitter.com/wmZhEVR4WE
— YG FAMILY (@ygent_official) August 8, 2022

On Blackpink’s 6th anniversary, YG revealed the worldwide setlist for ‘Born Pink’ which features an extensive list of countries and yes, Malaysia is one of them! The group will begin their tour in South Korea on October 15, before embarking on their US tour on October 25, and finishing off the year by making their way through Europe.
In 2023, Blackpink will kickstart their world tour once again beginning with Southeast Asia—Kuala Lumpur is on schedule for March 4, 2023 (mark your calendars!). With 27 cities on the list and more to come, YG is certainly keeping their promise of having a beefed-up world tour. There is still no information on tickets, but watch this space for updates!

Blackpink oozes dangerous charm in title posters and teaser videos

Fans finally got their first look of the members in ‘Pink Venom’ and the aesthetics, of course, did not fail. The title posters featured the members in black and pink shades in a broken glass cage. But what got Blinks really screaming and crying was Lisa, who was notably missing her iconic bangs. Instead, the Thai rapper was seen in a long middle-parted fringe which gave Blinks a rare glimpse of the member’s forehead (she always had bangs in every comeback citing her forehead as an insecurity).

Photo: YG Entertainment

Photo: YG Entertainment

Photo: YG Entertainment

Photo: YG Entertainment

Photo: YG Entertainment

Photo: YG Entertainment

Photo: YG Entertainment

Photo: YG Entertainment

On August 14, YG released an #OT4 group teaser which gave further glimpses into the music video set and styling. Blinks have been eagerly awaiting the ‘Pink Venom’ music video as YG has stated that it will be their most expensive music video yet.

Rumours about the ‘Born Pink’ album

While there is still no information about the album or the tracklist, YG has revealed some information that left fans buzzing about what to expect. ‘Born Pink’ portrays the quartet’s “confidence and self-esteem for being born different”, and the entertainment company promises fans an album “full of music that lives up to the reputation of the group and their unrivalled presence”. With Teddy being their long-time producer with hits such as ‘How You Like That‘ and ‘Kill This Love’, it’s safe to say that ‘Pink Venom’ will also feature his and Blackpink’s signature style.
In an interview with Good Morning America back in July, Ryan Tedder—acclaimed producer and main vocalist of One Republic—teased about working with Blackpink on the album. “I think one or two of my songs have made the album,” he said. “From what I’ve been told, and the stuff that I did with them, I can just say is very true to their sound.”
In the meantime, Blinks can pre-order the album and a limited-edition Vinyl LP on the Blackpink official website now. Their sophomore effort will drop September 16.
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Jumpstart your organic beauty routine with Melvita Argan Oil
A universal beauty secret

08.04.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Argan oil these days have been overexploited for its amazing properties, and you might even find it watered down or blended with other oils. But that’s where French organic skincare brand Melvita stands out from the rest in the industry. Its organic and fair trade approach in extracting argan oil naturally without adding preservatives and chemical solvents guarantee its argan oil of the highest quality.

But what makes Melvita Argan Oil the perfect facial oil for your skin, hair, and body has to do with its composition. It is rich in Omega 9, 7 and sterols—all to regenerate, restructure and protect your skin for it to feel firmer and plumper. Worried about fine lines and dry areas on your face? Argan oil promotes the production of lipids in your skin to maintain an optimal level of hydration.

Another reason to get started on Melvita Argan Oil? It happens to be renowned bridal couturier Celest Thoi‘s go-to moisturising product. For someone who rarely uses facial oils, Celest has plenty to say about Melvita’s star product.

“I like that it’s flexible—you can use it on your body, face, and even hair. It gives a really healthy sheen for my hair, and also a lovely glow on my face. I used it in Japan when I traveled there recently, and I think it’s a great product to bring while traveling to colder climates just to keep your skin adequately moisturised,” says Celest. “I also like that it doesn’t have a very strong fragrance. I’m not a fan of overly strong or sweet smells so this was quite pleasant to apply over my face.”

Find out how Celest Thoi incorporates Melvita Organic Argan Oil into her beauty routine in this video:

Melvita Organic Argan Oil (RM138) is available at all Melvita stores nationwide.

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Word has it on the streets of Paris that yellow is the new millennial pink
Sunny disposition

09.03.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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Possibly the least expected hue to be taking over the streets of Paris—in winter no less—but it happened. The stylish folks at Paris Fashion Week painted the town yellow and showed us just how versatile the colour can be.
Spotted: plenty of bright, sunny puffer jackets and coats that made for an instant style statement. Looking for a more sophisticated take on the trending shade? Slipping it in a beautiful print with a metallic sheen might do the trick (look 9), or go bold with Olivia Culpo’s choice of a mustard teddy jacket that is fastened with a bow for a feminine flourish (pictured above and in look 30). Here, flip through some of our favourite street style snaps with pops of yellow for a dose of #styleinspo:
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