Fashion
#ForYouPage: 13 TikTok creators to follow for insightful fashion content

28.07.2021
By Kelly Lim

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

While we’ve grown accustomed to the filtered and regimented posts of fashion influencers on Instagram, TikTok has ushered in a new wave of influence that see creators generate engaging conversation and content in fun and exciting ways. The video content sharing platform birthed new trends and subcultures that have gone on to influence the wider industry; became a one-stop central for ingenious style tips and endless outfit inspiration; and created niche communities of users with an appetite for raw, opinionated and often humorous content.
Over in TikTok land, substance and keeping it real takes precedent over curated fluff. As independent commentators and personalities move the algorithm more than a pretty filter or sponsorship ever will, fashion also became more content-driven, attainable and even learned how to not take itself so seriously across its open, inclusive domain. #ootds were traded for #personalstyle, #whatidwear and #fashionhacks, while a DIY renaissance was sparked and Y2K nostalgia reached an all-time high.
Whether you’re a veteran TikToker or only recently decided to hop onto the bandwagon, there’s much to glean from and be entertained by TikTok’s burgeoning fashion community. Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best creators to check out on the platform:

@thealgorythm

 @thealgorythm
Will you be participating? + info in comments! Scarf by @findrskeepers ##trendtok ##trendforecast ##fallwinter2021
 ♬ TROPICAL UPLIFTING MOTIVATIONNAL SUMMER RUN - whitecedar

After leaving her former job at trend forecasting company WGSN, Argentinian creator Agustina Panzoni brought her behind-the-scenes knowledge to TikTok to help us navigate what’s currently in or out across the current state of rapid trend-cycling. With her, you’ll find informative bite-size videos on trend breakdowns and predictions that include investment tips and insightful thoughts on how “good taste is becoming a currency for clout” or how the hyper-personalised, fragmented nature of TikTok could spell out the end for mainstream fashion.

@youngemperors

 @young_emperors
##ad Legend says that they are still doing the same dance move in Central Park at this date. Find the looks on @amazonfashion ##completemylook
 ♬ Complete My Look - Amazon Fashion

No one epitomises togetherness better than the duo behind Young Emperors, one of the most stylish couples on the internet. Nelson Tiberghien and Isabelle Chaput upload weekly posts of coordinated ensembles that take the art of twinning to a whole new level. Ranging from dynamic scenes against cinematic backdrops to tableaux vivants where they stand in complete stillness in public, their unexpected videos show off a genderless approach to fashion that mixes fresh-off-the-runway looks with pieces from their own wardrobes.

@guyfieri.superfan

 @guyfieri.superfan
You can also see this in the way the def. of sustainability has been stretched & altered ##SimlishSessions ##CompleteMyLook ##sutainabefashion ##fypシ
 ♬ original sound - guyfieri.superfan

Fashion consultant Alexandra Hildreth took on the role of a fashion commentator on TikTok to share unfiltered opinions and hot takes on the latest happenings, designer collections, sustainability and style. From topics on the SATC reboot to subversive basics and clog styling, her videos are to the point and illuminating for anyone interested in getting an insider’s take on everything taking place in and around the world of fashion.

@marstruck

 @marstruck
happi tuesday ##chinesestreetfashion
 ♬ Street Fashion Game - JVLES

Alongside posing ideas, ‘fit inspiration and styling hacks that include five different ways to wear your tank top, Atlanta-based creator Marissa Ren also shares weekly compilations of the captivating Chinese street style videos that first blew up last summer. Versatile in taste and styling, they’ll have you see fashion in a new light and inspire more risk-taking when it comes to getting dressed.

@zahraa_hberro

 @zahraa_hberro
deen over dunya in style @zahraathelabel link in bio
 ♬ My X - Rae Sremmurd

With an eponymous label under her belt, Zahraa is the to-go person if you’re looking for modest fashion hacks and beauty tutorials. Whether you want to clean up your brows or learn how to style a hijab for your face shape, the young entrepreneur has got you covered.

@the.navarose

 @the.navarose
The new @revlon Ultra HD Snap! Polishes are perfect for my everyday last min outfit changes. They’re vegan + dry in a snap! ##OhSnap ##ad
 ♬ SUNNY DAY - Matteo Rossanese

Self-proclaimed as “the girl with too many clothes”, Alexa Jade has tried and tested almost every style out there through inventive TikToks that show you how to use your wardrobe to the fullest. There’s cottagecore, monochrome, zodiac signs as aesthetics and even coffee drink-inspired outfits to inspire you, as well as DIY thrift flips to help you come up with ideas to refashion your old clothes into brand new.

@trendycurvy

 @trendycurvy
I just had to try this top for myself but ummmmm ##populartrends ##curvygirl ##plussize
 ♬ original sound - Ms Kristine

Elevating everyday outfits one TikTok at a time, Kristine Thompson offers body-positive advice, outfit tutorials and styling tips for curvy bodies. From videos on how to emulate Kim K or ratings of popular trends, she teaches you how to slay your shape and embrace your style regardless of size.

@janiceglimmer

 @janiceglimmer
which doll is your fav?! ##whatidwear ##outfits ##tiktokfashion ##mystyle
 ♬ Be Your Girl By Teedra Moses X Kaytranada Edition - The Favourites.

For the pop-culture obsessed, charismatic stylist Janice Hampton has made clothes inspired by fictional characters, shows like Bridgerton to Winx Club and even music by the Beatles, Queen and Rick Springfield. Her dreamy style is a combination of retro romanticism and vintage glamour that work across occasions, eras and even age––her mother makes a frequent appearance as her partner-in-style.

@pierrahh

 @pierrahh
New vid about Black influence on jewlery coming up next ft. @trescolori ##nickiminaj ##blackbarbie
 ♬ Black Barbies - Bhad Bhabie

“Creative renaissance woman” Pierrah’s TikTok is a versatile mix of enviable outfits, fashion history and designer roundups that highlight the black community’s influence on fashion and culture. Coupled with a style that features a diverse spectrum of aesthetics, she shares plenty of content to learn from and be inspired by.

@hannahohx

 @hannahohx
I’d do the last one if I was talented #70sfashion #70sstyle #fashiontrends #2021fashiontrends #fashioninspirstion #pinterestaesthetic
 ♬ Lovefool - Best Love Songs

When it comes to different trends spanning fashion, accessories and beauty to channel into your current outfits, fashion major Hannah Oh has got our backs. From overlooked eras to vintage Vogue covers, she shares archival compilations of all the trends you need to know about alongside snippets of her own comfy cute style and life as a fashion student in the big apple.

@karinavigier

 @karinavigier
Crazy Sunday #karinavigier #over50withstyle #fashionaddict #inspiringwoman #tiktokfashion #myfashionmypassion @adilrami
 ♬ son original - Adil Rami

52-year-old French magazine editor Karina Vigier defies Gen-Z style (though she’s not averse to Gen-Z challenges) with her eccentric fashion choices and joy-inducing takes on style. Providing fresh takes on how to mix and match clothes across colours, fabrics and shapes, she proves that the fun of fashion doesn’t stop with age.

@wisdm8

 @wisdm8
Yeah I'm personally wearing 1 or 2
 ♬ original sound - Wisdom Kaye

Hailed by Vogue as the best-dressed guy on TikTok, TikToker-turned-IMG-model Wisdom Kaye posts outfits that range from the anime-inspired to fashion for every scenario and runway looks on a budget. What makes his account addictive is his accessible approach to styling (we love fashion hacks that use creativity instead of money) and the ability to make the most impossible fashion challenges look cool yet wearable at the same time.

@fashionboyy

 @fashionboyy
Reply to @boneappleg identifying fashion ##fashion ##fashiontiktok ##fashioneducation ##fashionweek ##fashiontrends ##margiela ##balenciaga
 ♬ Oblivion - Grimes

Want to know who designed a piece of fashion just by looking at it? This TikTok fashion fairy godmother will show you how within seconds. Fashion boy is a bit of a fashion encyclopaedia, dishing out all the essential knowledge that include collections to know about, brand histories, resources under ‘Fashion School’, iconic fashion moments and more. He’s even recently started a weekly shopping series of affordable womenswear and menswear picks in place of the more hefty ones often published online.

WATCH: Style hacks by fashion influencer and TikTok star Jessica Wang

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

tiktok
influencers
style inspiration
Fashion
Trends


Backstage Access: Gwen Lu

Beauty
Backstage Access: Gwen Lu
Model, muse and Malaysia’s coolest export

20.05.2015
By Terry Saw

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Tell us, why New York?
“None of this was planned! I was scouted by the Director of a New York agency – he saw me walking a show during Singapore Fashion Week – from the big projecting screen along Orchard Road no less – I never looked back since!”
What’s a recent career highlight?
“I walked for Ikumi and Creatures of Comfort in NYFW, they are both my favorite designers, which makes me so happy! I also shot my second campaign with Aveda.”
And the most exciting thing you’ve done?
“I recently did a shoot for Nylon Magazine for their music issue, themed ’70s rockabilly. It was super fun to portray an effortless-cool character, and to be dolled up in a ’70s floral swing dress, big black leather jackets, oversized cat-eye sunglasses and polka-dots swimsuits. I even worked the quiff and colourful tattoos all over.”
What do you love most about being backstage?
“The feeling that something exciting is in the making!”
Some of your best backstage beauty tricks are…
1. “Mixing your cream foundation and a moisturiser instantly gives you a more translucent, natural and dewy complexion.”
2. “A tea spoon is actually a great tool in my beauty kit! Freeze a pair of tea spoons and sweep them under your eyes to rid of the puffiness. It’s also perfect to get very close to your lashes – you can even curl them using your thumb by pushing your lashes towards the edge of the teaspoon. Also try using it under the lashes while applying mascara to avoid smudges.”
3. “I know this may sound odd, but trust me, the most handy makeup fixer is your own saliva. Just dip a cotton bud in your mouth, and use the moistened tips to correct smudged liners, or lipstick. It really works!”
What’s the secret to your flawless skin?
“I never skip the daily routine of cleansing, toning, serum and moisturising. I do a facial scrub and a mask once a week. And I make sure I remove my makeup each time – very important!”

What will we find in your beauty kit now?
“Clarins Blue Orchid Face Treatment Oil – just two drops will hydrate and give a nice glow to my skin. It’s super nourishing especially during winter, I usually add it into my moisturiser and apply after a serum.
“Bhawa Spa Ruby Rose Body Lotion for the scent and how rejuvenated my skin feels after.
“Origins Drink-Up Intensive Overnight Mask replenishes my skin’s moisture levels after a long day.
“Darphin Age-Defying Dermabration for its natural exfoliants, which are so gentle towards sensitive skin, yet powerful in shrinking pores, and diminishing dark spots.
“Melvita Rose Extraordinary Water – it absorbs so quickly and the scent is a huge bonus!”

Your off-duty indulgences include…
“Visiting a new place I’ve never been before or indulging in a spa session.”
What are your life and/or beauty rules?
“Y.O.L.O! And beauty is not skin deep.”
Where would we most likely bump into you in New York City?
“Shanty Bar, it’s a cocktail bar in Williamsburg next to a gin distillery. They make very well-balanced cocktails. I also discovered Featherweight recently, it’s a speakeasy bar in East Williamsburg; I love the music and the warm atmosphere there. I also frequent Noguchi Garden Museum in Astoria, the space is so tranquil, the same piece of art looks different each time I visit, it also incorporates natural lighting, so different times of the day and seasons of the year changes my view, and it also depends on my mood!”
Three things you miss most about Penang?
“Laksa, my family and the morning markets – not necessarily in that order!”
The one thing not many people know about you is…
“That I’m a neat freak! Order equals control, hence my need for security.”
What’s your next big adventure?
“I’m trying to make it back to the States for an Old Navy shoot – I’m also working out on a contract for stint in Hong Kong!”

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Models
Gwen Lu
Insiders
Beauty


Fashion
Style ID: BTS’ best ensembles in the ‘Dynamite’ music video

22.08.2020
By Joan Kong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

BTS is back with their latest hit, and it’s a certified bop. Titled ‘Dynamite’, the track is the K-pop group’s first entirely English single, and within 23 hours, their music video has racked in over 95.6 million views on Youtube, breaking the record previously held by Blackpink with their ‘How You Like That’ MV. Are we even surprised?
To complement the upbeat song, the boys’ outfit choices exude an equally fun vibe, from ‘90s-inspired ensembles to dreamy pastel co-ords to retro disco looks. Find out what Jin, Suga, J-Hope, RM, Jimin, V, and Jungkook wore in the video below:

Jin

Shirt: Gitman Bros

Vintage Oxford shirt, Gitman Bros

Shirt: Saint Laurent

Polka-dot silk-satin blouse, Saint Laurent

Suga

Shirt and trousers: Louis Vuitton

LV Leaf denim baseball shirt and LV Leaf regular denim trousers, both Louis Vuitton

Tank top: Nike

LeBron x Tune Squad DNA jersey, Nike

Outfit: Gucci

Wool jacket with Gucci label, Gucci

Wool formal vest, Gucci

Washed striped cotton shirt, Gucci

J-Hope

Sunglasses: Gucci

Rectangular sunglasses, Gucci

T-shirt: Obey

Big Shot T-shirt, Obey

Outfit: Gucci

Gucci Pre-Fall 2020 collection

RM

Shirt: Gucci

Gucci Pre-Fall 2020 collection

Jimin

Jacket and trousers: Polo Ralph Lauren

Repaired denim trucker jacket, Polo Ralph Lauren

Sullivan slim repaired jeans, Polo Ralph Lauren

T-shirt: Dior

Oblique T-shirt, Dior

Earring: Chrome Hearts

Tiny CH Cross earring, Chrome Hearts

Jacket and belt: Gucci

Cotton viscose jacket with Gucci script, Gucci

GG Marmont leather belt with shiny buckle, Gucci

T-shirt: Jacquemus

Le T-shirt Coup de Soleil, Jacquemus

V

Cardigan: Lanvin

Little Nemo-print panelled cardigan, Lanvin

Outfit: Gucci

Wool mohair formal vest, Gucci

Wool mohair tailored pant, Gucci

Washed striped cotton shirt, Gucci

Jungkook

Jacket and trousers: Louis Vuitton

Denim zip-through hoodie, Louis Vuitton

Denim carpenter trousers, Louis Vuitton

Boos: Timberland

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Trends
BTS
Style ID
music
music video
Fashion


Food + Drink
#BuroEats: 7 New cafes and restaurants in KL to visit for December 2019

07.12.2019
By Ronn Tan

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

Review: Sky35 KL presents an omakase experience plated on Hermès finery

1. Beauty In The Pot, The Gardens Mall

Beauty in the Pot
Starting off the list with hotpot? Iconic. Beauty In The Pot’s second outlet in Malaysia, with a space than spans over 7,000 square feet, is now officially boiling! The 280-seater branch boasts an interior design that’s different from the rest. Expect a pink princess theme inspired by the cherry blossoms that arrive every early spring. What should you try? Essentially, everything. You have the choice of six soup bases here, including the Signature Beauty Collagen Broth (Scallop and Pork Broth soup), the Signature Spicy Nourishing Soup (Pork Bone), Herbal Drunken Chicken Broth, Cooling Coconut Broth, Longevity Wild Mushroom Broth (vegetarian), and Vitamin C Tomato Sweet Corn Broth. Some of the must-try items are Fish Tofu (made with yellowtail fish, soya bean, and egg white) and Ebiko Prawn Paste shaped out of 100 percent prawn meat.
Address: 3rd Floor, The Gardens Mall
Opening Hours: 11am – 2am (Daily)
Contact: 03 2201 1366
Website | Facebook | Instagram
2. Don’t Yell At Me, Mont Kiara

Don’t Yell At Me
If anyone’s yelling at you, it’s probably a friendly nudge to give this new tea parlour a go! Don’t Yell At Me aims to be the spot for everyone to take a break (and find their heart again) in the midst of chasing dreams. The first branch opened in Johor and now, the Kuala Lumpur store has also begun brewing. Shades of grey adorn the interiors with soft wavy decorations on the ceiling—as if to symbolise calm and serenity. A large mirror amplifies the size of the cafe and a minimalist grey bamboo forest walkway acts as the perfect Instagram spot. Go for the classic Brown Sugar Milk Tea or try specialties such as Osmanthus Chrysanthemum, Honey Puer Milk Tea, Osmanthus Latte, and Rose Chocolate Milk. It’s also toppings galore here with four options available: Kanten Jelly, Sweet Potato and Taro Balls, White Jade Pearl, and Brown Sugar Pearl.
Address: Ground Floor 07A, 163 Retail Park, Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara
Opening Hours: 11am – 10pm
Contact: 03 7981 3333
Facebook | Instagram
3. RokuNana Washu Bar, Jalan Dutamas

RokuNana Washu Bar
It has the largest variety of sake in the city! Did they get your attention yet? With an objective to heighten awareness of the drinking culture of the Japanese, RokuNana Washu Bar also offers a myriad of alcohol made in Japan. The food menu isn’t extensive but they are worthy of your time and attention. Try their Assorted Japanese Pickles, Amera Tomato, Fried Baby Fugu with hollandaise sauce, Wagyu Steak served with barrio salt and braised shiitake, as well as the Wagyu Don that comes with caviar, tamago, and Chinese kale. With yakitori being an essential component to drinking in Japan, you will be able to get them here too. Opt for the chicken breast meat (sasami) and skin (kawa) or gizzard (sunagimo) and heart (hatsu) if you’re more adventurous. Kanpai!
Address: D5-G3-2, Solaris Dutamas (Publika), 1 Jalan Dutamas
Opening Hours: 5pm – 1am (closed on Sundays)
Contact: 016 296 3777
Facebook | Instagram
4. Béni, Genting Highlands

Beni Malaysia
Having been awarded the prestigious One Michelin star at the 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Michelin Star Awards, Béni has finally arrived in Malaysia. The establishment, helmed by Chef de Cuisine Kenji Yamanaka, fuses the intricacies of Japanese produce with French fine dining cuisine. This includes Miyazaki prefecture’s Ozaki A5 Wagyu Beef. Béni Malaysia’s kitchen is spearheaded by none other than Head Chef Shiro Onishi. The design of the contemporary French-Japanese restaurant is also something to marvel at—from elegant marble tables to classy ceiling decorations. Dishes to try include the aforementioned A5 Wagyu with potato and madeira, and the signature Amadai—cooked in the traditional Matsukasayaki style (the scales are left on the fish and fried to a crisp).
Address: Lot T2-19, Level T2, SkyAvenue, Genting Highlands
Opening Hours:
Lunch Section: 12pm and 1.30pm
Dinner Section: 6pm and 8pm
Contact: 03 6101 3001
Website | Facebook | Instagram
5. Starving Hub, Sri Petaling

Starving Hub
Formerly of Noble House, Chef Wong is bringing his years of experience in the culinary world to a new venture (and dimension). At Starving Hub, his aim is to incorporate innovative ideas to the most classic of dishes. Try the lamb rack and pork shoulder steak. Chef Wong showcases his signature marinating technique featuring 12 types of spices. Other options worth checking out include the Unagi Burger, Three Flavours Mini Cones Treasure, Foie Gras with Black Caviar, and Golden Roses in the Pot.
Address: 75-1, Jalan Radin Tengah, Sri Petaling
Opening Hours: 12pm – 12am (Daily)
Contact: 017 606 5791
Facebook | Instagram
6. Cong Caphe, KL Sentral

Cong Caphe
The well-known coffee parlour from Vietnam has opened their second overseas outlet—the first in South Korea and now in Malaysia. If you’re craving Vietnamese coffee or really want to try some, Cong Caphe is the cafe to go to. With more than 50 stores in Vietnam, the chain is definitely worth checking out. You will first notice the heavy usage of wood in its design—reminiscent of the country’s history. In addition to the unique décor, spot the uniforms that are inspired by Viet Cong. Order the Vinacano, Hanoian coffee with condensed milk, and Coconut Coffee Smoothie among other choices on the menu. Come here to relax with a book or gather with friends for some down time.
Address: Lot 19, LG, Nu Sentral, Jalan Tun Sambanthan
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm (Daily)
Contact: 03 2276 3135
Facebook | Instagram
7. Daun, Petaling Jaya

Daun KL
This cosy and minimally-designed cafe places a joyful focus on desserts. Walk into the store and you will definitely notice potted greens and coloured rattan. What should you try from Pokok’s sister cafe? Some highlights include the Coffee Cheesecake, Apam Balik, Kouign-Amann, Sirap Bandung Cake, Pink Latte, and Peach Passion Iced Tea. Daun is perfect for those seeking tranquility amidst the hustle and bustle of the city (and life).
Address: Level 2, Block B, Mahsa Avenue, Off Jalan Universiti, Petaling Jaya
Opening Hours:
10am – 7pm (Tuesday – Friday)
10am – 9pm (Saturday – Sunday)
Closed on Mondays
Contact: 012 505 9147
Facebook | Instagram

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Kuala Lumpur
Restaurants in KL
Going out
Cafes in KL
BuroEats
food and drink
Eating out


Food + Drink
16 Omakase restaurants in KL for a sumptuous dining experience
Leave it to the chef

22.06.2023
By Buro Malaysia

Featured images: @sushiryu.kl / Instagram | @wagyukappoyoshidakl / Instagram

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

Review: Sky35 KL presents an omakase experience plated on Hermès finery

How do you feel about leaving the complete fate of your meal in the hands of the chef? Well, that’s essentially what a Japanese omakase, which translates to “I’ll leave it up to you”, is. Depending on your dietary restrictions and preferences, the head chef thoughtfully curates and crafts the entirety of your meal around some of the freshest and seasonal ingredients.
While omakase has long been popular in KL, it’s certainly one of those dining experiences that you’ll never get tired of. After all, the menu changes every season anyway! Check out some of the top omakase spots in KL you should check out at least once… or many, many times.

1. Sushi Taka

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Brynn Lovett (@brynn.lovett)

Taka is amongst the very few Michelin-selected restaurants in Malaysia, prized for its authentic sushi made with only the freshest seasonal fish flown in from Japan. Led by Head Chef Daichi Yazawa who started honing his craft since he was 18 years of age, patrons will be able to witness Chef Yazawa’s artistry through his expert knife skills and sushi making techniques. Every little detail in regards to your omakase meal is meticulously thought about.
Address: The St. Regis, Level 3A, 6, Jalan Stesen Sentral 2, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12PM to 2:30PM and 6PM to 10PM (Closed on Tuesdays)
Contact: +6012-330 3600 | [email protected]
Facebook | Instagram | Website

2. Sushi Oribe

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by @andrealee_143

Founded in 2014, Sushi Oribe is one of the most popular omakase restaurants in the city that’s always reliable for its high-quality ingredients. Sushi Oribe specialises in traditional and authentic Edomae sushi, and is currently led by a team of three Japanese chefs who tailor every meal to the guests’ personal preferences and palate. There are three menus to select from—Mino, Omakase, and Special Omakase.
Address: Vipod Residences, Ground Floor Block C-1, No 6, Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6PM to 11PM (Tuesdays) | 6PM to 10PM (Wednesdays) | 12PM to 10PM (Thursdays) | 12PM to 3PM and 6PM to 8PM (Saturdays) | 12PM to 3PM and 6PM to 10PM (Sundays)
Contact: +6016-299 4417
Facebook | Instagram | Website

3. Sou Omakase Dining

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Lewyee Ng (@lewyee_ng)

Located at the entrance of The Gardens Mall, Sou Omakase Dining is where you go to taste produce that are air-flown from the Nagano Prefecture in Japan. There is no à la carte menu, so what you’ll be served is entirely up to Sou’s Yokohama-born Executive Chef Fukuchi and his team. Amongst all other omakase places in KL, Sou is one of the more affordable restaurants out there.
Address: G247, Ground Floor, The Gardens Mall, Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 11:30AM to 2:30PM (Lunch) | 6PM to 9:30PM (Dinner)
Contact: +603-2202 1133
Facebook | Instagram | Website

4. Ginza Sushimasa

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by D D C (@ddc.darren)

Helmed by Master Chef Tomokazu Fushimi, Ginza Sushimasa features the freshest seafood coming directly from the Toyosu Market in Tokyo to be indulged in within a cosy and tranquil space. Ginza Sushimasa’s omakase lunch menu is priced from RM360, whereas its dinner menu is priced from RM400. There are also several lunch sets available if omakase isn’t for you.
Address: Level 7, Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur, No. 2, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur 50470
Opening hours: 12PM to 2:30PM (Lunch) | 6PM to 10PM (Dinner) | Closed on Sundays
Contact: +603-2260 1686
Facebook | Instagram | Website

5. Sushi Azabu

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Alyssia (@alyssia_yu)

This popular omakase spot is the Malaysian outpost of New York’s world renowned Michelin-starred Sushi Azabu, which has racked up outstanding acclaim forits precision and masterful finesse in regards to the art of sushi. Featuring weekday and weekend menus, you know you’d definitely be in good hands when dining at Sushi Azabu, which is currently led by Chef Masaki Arakawa.
Address: 4F Lot 10 Shopping Centre, 50, Jln Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10AM to 3PM and 6PM to 7PM (Tuesdays) | 6PM to 10PM (Wednesdays) | 6PM to 11PM (Thursdays) | 10AM to 3PM and 6PM to 7PM (Fridays) | 6PM to 10PM (Sundays) | Closed on Mondays and Saturdays
Contact: +603-2119 2624
Facebook | Instagram | Website

6. Kazu KL

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shiori〜No travel,No life (@air0826)

Previously known as Sushi Kazu, the Michelin-selected Kazu KL has recently expanded to include Kazu Kappo, a Japanese ‘kappo’ style dining concept which means ‘to cut and to cook’, and Bā by 61 Monarchy, serving up Japanese-inspired cocktails. Kazu KL’s edomae-themed omakase dining is currently led by Master Chef Norikazu Shibata, and features three lunch menus as well as two dinner menus.
Address: Pavilion At The Five, Lot 54-3-03 and Lot 54-3-04, Jalan Gelenggang, Bukit Damansara, 50490, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12PM to 3PM and 7PM to 10PM (Closed on Mondays)
Contact: +603-2011 8211
Facebook | Instagram | Website

7. Sushi Hibiki

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by 𝓘𝓷𝓮𝓼 𝓒 (@1nesccc)

With over 20 years of global experience as a sushi chef under his belt, Executive Owner Chef Makoto Saito Sam currently helms Sushi Hibiki at Four Seasons Place, which demonstrates a moody and romantic ambience. This premium omakase features several menus that are priced starting from RM580++ and if you’re not a fan of sushi, you can also opt for Sushi Hibiki’s Tempura Course.
Address: G7(A), Ground Floor, Four Seasons Place, 145, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6PM to 10PM (Tuesdays to Fridays) | 12:30PM to 2:30PM and 6PM to 10PM (Saturdays and Sundays | Closed on Mondays
Contact: +603-2383 0272 | [email protected]
Facebook | Instagram | Website

8. Aburii

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Hailey Eats (@eatshungryfoodie)

If you’re looking to enjoy omakase in a more casual setting that has a laid-back atmosphere, Aburii may just be the place for you. This restaurant doesn’t just offer omakase but also wagyu yakiniku and an a la carte menu. As a patron, you’ll be dining in one of its many rooms depending on the meal you’re having. For omakase specifically, there are two menus to choose from, priced at RM380 (Omakase Nagomi) and RM580 (Special Omakase Yorokobi).
Address: 5, Lorong Datuk Sulaiman 7, Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI), 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6PM to 11PM (Mondays to Fridays) | 12PM to 2PM and 6PM to 11PM (Saturdays and Sundays)
Contact: +6010-910 0267
Facebook | Instagram

9. Wagyu Kappo Yoshida

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Ms.i❤food (@ms.ifood)

Wagyu Kappo Yoshida offers an exquisite and premium omakase using high-grade Kyori wagyu beef from the Yaeyama islands in Japan. This concept restaurant by Michelin-starred Chef Junichi Yoshida allows patrons to enjoy the wagyu’s signature flavour profile through a plethora of dishes cooked using various techniques, with the omakase menus priced from RM500++.
Address: Unit 3-48, Level 48 Naza Tower, Platinum Park No.10, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 6PM to 10:30PM (Mondays to Saturdays, closed on Sundays)
Contact: +6011-1466 9375
Facebook | Instagram | Website

10. Tenmasa Tempura Bar

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by @palidromeunicorn

Tenmasa Tempura Bar is KL’s one and only restaurant that specialises in Japanese tempura, and it offers an Edomae-themed omakase as well as some other a la carte dishes. Tenmasa is currently led by Master Chef Yoshinobu Yamada, who prepares all the tempura items piece by piece right in front of the patrons. We recommend the counter seats for the best dining experience.
Address: Menara Felda, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12PM to 3:30PM and 6PM to 10PM (Mondays to Saturdays, closed on Sundays)
Contact: +6013-203 3708
Facebook | Instagram | Website

11. Chipta 11A

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Yu Xian (@yuxianyuxian)

For a refreshing twist on the traditional omakase experience, Chipta 11A is a curated dining restaurant that goes by a no-menu menu, led by owner and Head Chef Jack Weldie and Chef Michael Yee. Chipta 11A’s omakase fuses local and international influences while still sticking to the authentic Edomae sushi experience. Its lunch and dinner menus are priced at RM280 and RM350 respectively.
Address: 11a, Jalan 20/16, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: 6PM to 10PM (Tuesdays and Sundays) | 12:30PM to 2:30PM and 6PM to 10PM (Wednesdays to Saturdays)
Contact: +6011-2899 6296
Facebook | Instagram | Website

12. Sushi Ryu

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by @foodwithliswen

Situated in the heart of KL, Sushi Ryu prides itself on honouring the traditional food preparation techniques of ingredients from the Edomae period. Many of its offerings combine the bountiful produce from the seas of Japan with prized ingredients like truffle, foie gras, and caviar. Sushi Ryu is also known for its wagyu beef, which you’ll be able to find within its lunch and dinner omakase menu.
Address: Platinum Park, Persiaran KLCC, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50088 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12PM to 3PM and 6PM to 10:30PM (Mondays to Saturdays, closed on Sundays)
Contact: +603-2181 1533
Facebook | Instagram | Website

13. Sushi Ori

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Jit Wei (@jitwei)

Sushi Ori was established by a husband-and-wife duo from Japan and seats only eight diners at once, so making reservations is an absolute must. The eponymous chef at Sushi Ori is known for using Red Shari, which is essentially sushi rice mixed with red vinegar, and applies the Omotenashi and Takumi concepts in his restaurant. These concepts signify fusing hospitality and artisanal skills to extend only the best dining experience to customers.
Address: Menara Keck Seng, 203, Jln Bukit Bintang, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12PM to 2:30PM and 6PM to 10PM (Tuesdays to Saturdays) | 6PM to 10PM (Sundays, closed on Mondays)
Contact: +60-2110 0068
Facebook | Website

14. Sushi Masa

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by peckprem (@peckprem)

Sushi Masa is an outpost of the ever so popular Sushi Masa Ishibashi of Tokyo’s Ginza, which is owned by Michelin Chef Masakazu Ishibashi. Needless to say, meticulousness is of the essence here as the chef presents authentic, world-class Edomae sushi while paying homage to age-old traditions. Its lunch menu is priced at RM488, while its two dinner menus—Miyabi and Omakase—are priced at RM988 and RM1,288 respectively.
Address: Lot 1-03, First Floor, Menara Hap Seng, 3, Jalan P. Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12PM to 2PM (Wednesdays and Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays) | 6PM to 10:30PM (Tuesdays to Sundays)
Contact: +6011-1466 9374
Instagram | Website

15. Umi Omakase

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by 魚 | 𝐒𝐀𝐊𝐀𝐍𝐀 (@sakanapn)

A master in the art of omakase, Umi Omakase is led by Master Chef Takahiro Shiga who has 30 years of experience in the Japanese culinary world. The word ‘umi’ literally translates to ‘ocean’, and this moniker represents the restaurant’s promise to deliver freshness and quality in each bite. Available for both lunch and dinner as well as take-away and delivery, Umi Omakase’s menus are priced from RM298.
Address: Ground Floor, Tower 11, The Horizon, Avenue 5, No. 8, Jalan Kerinchi, Bangsar South, 59200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12PM to 3PM and 6PM to 10:30PM (Tuesdays to Sundays, closed on Mondays)
Contact: +6012-598 3859
Facebook | Instagram | Website

16. Hoshun Sushi Kaiseki

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by D D C (@ddc.darren)

If we could describe the interior of this gorgeously styled restaurant in one word, it would be ‘zen’. Not only does its space look stunning, its food, which pays homage to a city called Sendai, is outstanding too. Hoshun Sushi Kaiseki features full-fledged kaiseki (traditional multi-course meals) and sushi omakase menus made with the freshest seasonal ingredients. While dining, you’ll also be able to witness Chef Tanaka’s culinary finesse.
Address: 54-1, Jalan Medan Setia 2, Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12PM to 3PM and 6PM to 10PM (Mondays to Saturdays, closed on Sundays)
Contact: +6017-600 8190
Facebook | Instagram | Website

For more food and drink stories, head here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

food and drink
food guide
Japanese food
Omakase
BEST OF BURO
japanese restaurants


Skincare
Hair removal: Your guide to a zero-waste grooming routine

15.04.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

The best acne and spot treatments to help curb your breakouts

It’s no surprise that your shaving routine is a real bummer for the environment with all the plastic pollution and whatnot, but even your regular waxing routine takes its toll. Think about it: single-use cloth and paper strips, countless wooden applicators, and, of course, the very-difficult-to-decompose wax all add up to a lot more waste going to landfill.
Either way, as it stands, the way it all adds up currently doesn’t bode too well for Mother Earth. However, rather than forcing you to skip the shave all together, here are a few ways to maintain your silky-smooth demeanor sans the negative environmental impact.
Invest in an epilator

These bad boys will last you a long while and they do a stellar job of keeping you silky smooth. The pain factor really depends on your personal pain tolerance levels, but generally it’s around the same level as a regular wax—and it gets less painful the more regularly you do it. Plus, if you’re the type who has to head to the salon every other week, an epilator is a great investment to save you time and money.
The only thing is that it can’t be used on your intimate areas or your face—for that, you’ll still be needing your threading/waxing lady, or a nifty electric shaver. That said, it’s fair game for your pits, legs and tummy, and there are even multipurpose epilators out there that function as an epilator, an electric shaver, an exfoliation brush and massage pad. Dreamy!
Switch up your shave routine
Invest in a double-edged safety razor

The Hive’s Butterfly Safety Razor and its accompanying double edged blades is the perfect companion for your eco-friendly grooming routine. A safety razor has the same effect on your beau’s face as it would on your legs—a smoother, closer shave, reduced razor bumps and less ingrown hairs.
The anti-irritation benefits arise as a result of the single-blade system; with a regular razor, the typical 5-blade system causes the tugging and pulling of the hairs as it cuts so that the hair gets cut at under the skin rather than at its surface, so when it may cause bumps as the hair grows out.
This is avoided with the safety razor, which makes it the perfect companion for those more sensitive areas (read: your intimates). So, although it takes some getting used to and requires a little more TLC than you’re used to with your regular razor, once you’ve got the hang of it you’ll never go back! Here’s a nifty guide to get you there:

Where to recycle your blades
This is still a very new development in the global movement towards sustainability, so the only options to recycle your used razors currently are Gillete’s Razor Recycling Programme, which takes all types of razors (including the disposable razor cartridges); or taking your double edged blades to your nearest metal recycling plant.
Try out sugar wax

Sugar waxing (or, sugaring) is the perfect, natural alternative to traditional body hair removal. Originating in Persia, the process is essentially the same as traditional waxing—only that the actual ‘wax’ is made of nothing more than sugar, lemon juice and water.
The paste can be applied by itself and reused until it loses its stickiness, or it can be applied in the traditional method, with strips of muslin to aid its removal. The best part is that you can simply wash the sugar off your skin once you’re done (since it’s water-based and water soluble), and any sugared muslin strips can be chucked in the laundry to be reused again. If you’re interested in DIY-ing your own sugar wax, check out this nifty tutorial:

Take to threading
Note: This tip is (hopefully) clearly for smaller areas of hair such as your eyebrows and upper lip. Of course, you could always go to your regular salon if you’re not feeling too confident (just wait for the MCO to pass!). Although it seems intimidating, threading is actually relatively easy to achieve on your own. Granted, you may not be as skilful as your professional beautician, but if you’re caught with bushy brows between appointments, the DIY thread method works wonders in a pinch! Here’s a great tutorial to walk you through the process:

There you have it; a few ways for you to eco-fy your hair removal routine. Enacting small changes in your grooming routines may not seem like it will change the world, but every little help brings us towards a more sustainable future!

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

hair removal
Epilator
Sugaring
Threading
Beauty
Waxing
Hair
Body


News
7 Things to do in KL this weekend during RMCO: 12 & 13 September 2020

09.09.2020
By Lea Rina

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

1. Enjoy a Sunday brunch at Mr Chew’s Chino Latino Bar

When: 12pm – 3pm, 12 September
Having recently reopened at The Troika, the Mr Chew’s Sunday Brunch is back and happening this weekend on September 12. Priced at RM140++ per person, the brunch features 24 Asian inspired dishes and refreshing boozy cocktails! Serving items such as smoked duck breast, black mussels, stir fry salted beef karubi, and more. Starting from 12pm to 3pm, Mr Chew’s Sunday Brunch and its new Kuala Lumpur skyline view is an experience you and your friends do not want to miss.
For more information, please visit this website.

2. Savour the world’s best beef from Argentina at Prime, Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur

When: Till October 31
Sink your teeth into the most succulent and flavourful beef from Argentina as Prime has extended their a one-month exclusive right to serve one of the world’s most recognised and awarded beef brands—the Devesa Argentinian Beef (Azul Natural Beef S.A.)—to the end of October!
Regarded as one of the best steak restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, Prime prides itself on its selection of high quality imported beef and now, Prime has become the only restaurant in Malaysia that can serve Halal-certified Argentinian beef. Now available till October 31, Prime features Argentinian grain-fed, tenderloin, ribeye, sirloin, bavette, and tournedos Rossini steaks, with prices ranging from RM200 to RM280.
For more information or to make a reservation, contact 03 2263 7434, email [email protected], or visit their Instagram.

3. Get your creative side out with Tipsy Painting by RexKL

When: 7pm – 10pm, every Friday and Saturday in September
Sip on a glass of wine while participating in a fun and relaxing painting session with friends. Held at RexKL, the boozy evening activity is priced at RM150 per person, which includes a glass of wine and all the materials you would need to create your masterpiece! Additional wine and non-alcoholic drinks are to be purchased at the bar.
To sign up for the session or for more information, visit this website.

4. Indulge in a Brunch at Curate, Four Seasons Kuala Lumpur

When: Sundays, 12pm-4pm

Be swept away into a world of flavours, bubbles and magic at Curate as the restaurant offers two delicious brunch menus, featuring dishes like beef carpaccio tataki, fried chicken and waffles, wagyu meatballs, pandan churros, and more! It’s the perfect way to spend time with family and loved ones.
Price
Menu A – RM188 per person
Menu B – RM248 per person
For more information, contact 03 2382 8630 or visit this website.

5. Check out the Traders Market at The Linc Kuala Lumpur

 View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Traders Market (@tradersmarketkl) on Aug 23, 2020 at 11:14pm PDT

Date: 11 – 13 September, Fri-Sun
Time: 11am – 7pm
Where: Centre Courtyard, Level 1
Featuring a curated selection of local artisans and homegrown brands, the Traders Market will be filled with yummy treats and handcrafted trinkets!
For more information, contact 012 365 6856 or email [email protected].

6. Experience the Six Course Atas Journey at The RuMa Hotel KL

 View this post on Instagram

A post shared by ATAS Modern Malaysian Eatery (@atas.kl) on Feb 18, 2019 at 7:30pm PST

When: 6pm – 10pm, daily
Treat yourself to a tantalising six-course dinner hosted at Atas. Featuring an array of elevated dishes presented in a contemporary style, it’s an affair for all senses. The restaurant prides itself for using local produce and spices to create a modern Malaysian food experience like no other.
Price: RM228 per person. Top up an additional RM130 per person for wine pairings.
For more information, contact 03 2778 0888 or visit this website.

7. Seniman Kakao’s first market, Pasar Pokok

 View this post on Instagram

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Events in KL
RMCO
things to do

News

Aina Nur Sarah|15.07.2023
7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 15 & 16 July 2023

Aina Nur Sarah|08.07.2023
7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 8 & 9 July 2023

Natalie Khoo|30.06.2023
7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 1 & 2 July 2023

Natalie Khoo|23.06.2023
7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 24 & 25 June 2023

News

Aina Nur Sarah|15.07.2023
7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 15 & 16 July 2023

Aina Nur Sarah|08.07.2023
7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 8 & 9 July 2023

Natalie Khoo|30.06.2023
7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 1 & 2 July 2023

Natalie Khoo|23.06.2023
7 Things to do in the Klang Valley this weekend: 24 & 25 June 2023

Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now
Subscribe Now

About Us
Advertise With Us
Contact Us

COUNTRY: Malaysia

Croatia
Middle East
Mongolia
Russia
Serbia
United Kingdom

Privacy Policy


Music
The Impatient Sisters get personal about womanhood, sisterhood and growth
Back better than ever

07.11.2022
By Marissa Chin

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

All the exciting live concerts in KL to look forward to in 2023

Those who say “never mix business with family” have clearly never seen The Impatient Sisters in action before. The trio of sisters from Kuantan first dipped their toes in the local music scene back in 2011, singing covers from the likes of Eisley and Priscilla Ahn. After making waves with releases such as Comets and Stars and The Mermaid Song in 2014, the sisterly triumvirate have never looked back since. In the same year, The Impatient Sisters released their eponymous debut album consisting 11 original tracks. The band has had a string of performances in several major concerts such as Riuh Raya 2022, Anugerah Lagu Indie 2021, Good Vibes Festival 2019, and more.

Fast forward seven years later, The Impatient Sisters are back with their second album, 7 Years, which features 13 songs written in the past four to five years in Malay and English. Known for their haunting harmonies, eclectic arrangements of guitar, xylophone, and kazoo, and their whimsical lyrics, the indie folk band held nothing back in 7 Years, reflecting their growth as artists, sisters, and women. From songs such as Rumah, Mari Menari to Three, listeners will be taken on a journey of breezy romantic tunes, quirky soul bops to folk-pop numbers that are signature of the band’s musical style.
Ahead, we spoke to Soraya, Nazeera, and Irena of The Impatient Sisters on their creative processes making their sophomore effort, what the past seven years have taught them, their sisterly connection, and more.

You probably expected this question, but we just had to ask. How is it like working together as sisters in a band?
Soraya: I’ve never been in any other band besides The Impatient Sisters, so I feel like it’s just like sisters hanging out and doing something together.
Irena: I think it’s easier to understand each other. If you were in a band with friends, you still have to figure out how they work, but with us, we already know how we work and what we like.

Everyone sees the three of you almost as a single unit. But what about your differences as individuals, creatively and personally?
Irena: Nazeera is very unfazed and cool when the rest of us are panicking. We leave all the financial management stuff to her.
Nazeera: Irena is our music production person. She can answer all our questions about music and technical terms we’re not familiar with.
Soraya: I do the promo, I’m the social media manager [laughs].

Seven years is quite a significant amount of time in between albums. Was there any significant reason behind the time you took to produce 7 Years?
Soraya: There were a few factors. After the first album, Irena left for Boston to study in Berkeley. We then sort of did our own thing and wrote songs separately. When Irena came back, we released singles such as Hanyut and Sister, Don’t Cry. After she graduated, we started writing more songs and became active again.
Irena: 7 Years represents our whole journey through all this and we felt that now was the right time to release the album to tell our story.

Interestingly, seven years is the amount of time it takes for a human body to regenerate itself. How do you think this healing time has made your second album different than the first?
Soraya: I feel like we know more about music and what to expect. It comes from a different angle and it’s not really about how we wrote the first album which was mostly fantasy-based and observational. During those seven years, we went through a lot of changes—I became a mum—and we went through bouts of homesickness. So, how we approached songwriting changed.
Irena: It was mostly our perspective and growth that changed a lot. We went through life. Individually, we were also apart all those years. Furthermore, for the first album, we gigged a lot before we even recorded the album. But for 7 Years, it was the other way around; we had the songs and we went to the recording studio straight away to record without performing them live so the way we went about this second album was completely differently too.

Your title tracks are 7 Years and Seringkali. Out of the 13 songs on the album, why did you decide to have these two songs as your title tracks?
Soraya: 7 Years because it was very symbolic of what we want to portray. We’re now a few years older and no longer the same girls who wrote the first album; we’re new and different. As for Seringkali, it was a track that first appeared on our EP two years ago and it was special because it was featured in a telefilm. But the arrangement that we had in the EP was very acoustic so for this album, we made it really full with an orchestration. We wanted to show it to a wider audience so that’s why we wanted to push it as our Malay single.

Apart from the title tracks, what are some other singles from the album that you’re currently really loving?
Nazeera: My favourite track on the album is Three. I don’t know, I just love singing the song [laughs].
Irena: This is hard because I worked on the production of all 13 songs. Maybe for now, it would be Anak Kecil because of the recording process. I recorded my friend four years ago in New York and I took his track and recorded my guitar part on top of it this year. So, the song is like a mini time capsule in my mind.
Soraya: I like Aneh and 7 Years. The first because writing that song was very easy but also bittersweet for me. It’s about how fast time flies as a mum, so it’s close to my heart. During the day we recorded the vocals, our drummer also welcomed his baby into the world! So, we were trying really hard not to cry in the recording studio and it was such a special moment.
For 7 Years, it was also easy to write and it was inspired by an article I read about the regenerative process of the human body. I wanted to write something upbeat because most of our songs are laid back, so I showed the idea with my sisters and we’re so proud of it.

Any fun or interesting stories you can share with us behind the scenes of the album making?
Irena: Production-wise, we used many techniques to try to produce the right sounds for songs such as using toy sticks, making finger pop sounds and what not. So, that was really fun to experiment with!

You mentioned that a lot of these songs were recorded during 2014 and 2015. Songs can change a lot wether you’re writing them a year or four years ago. So, how do you make sure that they’re still contemporary to your current sound?
Irena: Most of the songs we wrote back then were bare strips. For Anak Kecil, I initially made it sound really big sonically and did so many things but we realised we didn’t need all of that. So, we stuck to just the guitar and our vocals. But most of the songs were arranged this year.

With 13 songs, was there a specific story you wanted to convey with the track list you arranged in this body of work?
Soraya: We wanted it to flow quite naturally. Arranging a track list is very hard especially when you have so many songs such as how you start, what to do in the middle, and what not. There are different ways to do an album such as creating the concept first and then working on the music. But we had a bunch of stories that we wanted to tell. There’s a more innocent track, there’s a mum track, there’s an angry track. Overall, the sound is still very us even though it’s a rollercoaster sonically. We just want to take you guys on a ride!

7 Years stands out in the album with its use of electric guitar elements amongst your folk-indie tracks. What was it like dabbling into different genres?
Soraya: We always want to try different things. We listen to a lot of indie folk, folk Americana and 7 Years is reminiscent of another song we had in the first album called Forever I Know, so it’s not totally different from what we’ve done in the past. But in the future, we also want to explore more musically.
Irena: If we do that, we get to work with other musicians too, which is always fun.

Who were your musical inspirations during the making of 7 Years?
Irena: I listen a lot to The Staves, they’re a band of sisters from the UK. I like sister bands—every time I share a song with them, it always turns out to be a sister band!
Soraya: Yes, we tend to gravitate toward family bands a lot. I don’t know why but even with local acts, if we know they’re siblings, we just naturally gravitate towards them. We like it because we can relate to them even though they might find it weird that we’re so excited about them being family…

Is there a particular overarching message that you want to convey with this album?
Soraya: That we’ve grown up! [laughs] I feel in the local music scene, we were always treated as sisters but also their sisters, getting head pats, and whatnot. But we just want to tell people that we’ve grown up and there are other stories we want to tell.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by The Impatient Sisters (@theimpsis)

Knowing what you know now, what would you tell your younger selves if you have the chance?
Irena: I would say go with it, go with the flow. Don’t worry too much about what’s going to happen.
Soraya: Stay true to yourself. We’ve always been in our own bubble and were unaffected by what’s happening in the scene and what other people are doing. We like to do what we do simply because we want to do it.

What can else can fans expect from you in the near future?
Soraya: Stick around because we want to attend more shows, write new songs, and collaborate with more people!
Irena: We’re not going to limit ourselves to just artists but collaborating with other creatives, in general.

To know more about The Impatient Sisters, follow them on Instagram and listen to their second album, 7 Years on Spotify and Apple Music.

Find more music-related reads here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

music
Interview
The Impatient Sisters
musicians
band
local artist
local music


Beauty
Hair masks: How to finally get salon-worthy results at home
Appointments not necessary

06.08.2015
By Terry Saw

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

In a perfect world, our hair would be as luscious as the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton’s, with the sleekness of Victoria Beckham’s close-to-perfect tresses topped with the non-chalant Kate Moss effect: where every strand of hair just very naturally and effortlessly falls perfectly into place. Oh, to be in that world.
But take away the magic hair elves at the disposal of these A-listers and add a dash of humidity, and there you have the reality that we’re really dealing with. To be fair, even Victoria Beckham had her share of #FightTheFrizz hair struggles during her recent Singapore Fashion Week 2015 visit – we ask Kérastase Education Manager, Anderson Cheong – where’s the hope in this for the rest of us? Which is where building a targeted hair mask wardrobe comes to the rescue.

Your hair needs consistent TLC
“It’s not just about walking out of the salon feeling like a million dollars. It’s about investing in a long-term care plan for your hair. At the salon, your hairstylist will have completed all the proper steps of treating your hair, including sealing in the colour or perm results with a good hair mask or treatment, but this is just the beginning.”

A hair mask is not ‘just an extra step’ in your haircare
“Home-care hair masks are not recommended to you to make you mindlessly trick you into spending more money! It’s so important because post-salon hair results need the most crucial care, especially in the first week. The steps that you take in looking after your hair in this time can help you prolong the results, colour and shine of your hair, plus, maintain or improve its condition.”

Get the basics right
“Especially after you’ve invested money and time sitting patiently at the salon getting a new colour, perm or other chemical treatments, diligently follow these steps at home to make your investment worthwhile – include a hair mask into your hair wash routine every day for the first week. Shampoo, condition then follow with a hair mask. Thereafter, you can alternate the use of the hair mask with a conditioner.”

Maximise the results of your home-care hair masks

1. Rinse hair with warm water – this opens the hair cuticles – before washing your hair with a shampoo that is customised to your needs
2. Wash thoroughly using warm water and squeeze excess water out of your hair. Thoroughly work hair mask into your hair by sections, focusing on the tips, to ensure proper coverage.
3. The next steps are crucial – many people do not take the time to let the hair mask really work it’s magic and are too quick to wash it off before it gets a chance to do its job. Twist your hair and wrap it in a towel (if you have some time, put the towel in a dryer for a few minutes to warm it up). The heat from the towel and the wrap will maximise the penetration of the mask into your hair.
4. Leave on for about five minutes, before rinsing thoroughly, this time using cold water to seal the hair cuticles, locking in the benefits from the mask.

Tips on building a mask wardrobe
“Just as how you’d have different types of creams and serums for different skin concerns, apply the same approach when it comes to your hair masks. Speak to a professional hairstylist to understand your needs and hair concerns, and start with one or two jars of recommended solutions targeted to the hair concerns, which are high on your list.

“For example, if you have really damaged and brittle hair that is also dull and lifeless as a result, treat the damage first using the Kérastase Masque Therapiste or the Kérastase Masque Force Architecte to repair and rebuild the condition of your hair.

“Once the situation is under control, you may want to try the Kérastase Masque Elixir Ultime to really bring life and shine back to your hair. If you have a really sensitive scalp, I recommend the Kérastase Masque Sensidote that treats the hair without causing any irritation to the scalp. So you see, there is really a solution for every problem, they key is patience, and treating each problem one step at a time and you’ll see the results soon enough.”

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Hair
Mask
Kérastase
Insiders
Beauty


Technology
Review: How the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is making phablets sexy again
Pha-bulous

26.06.2017
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

Threads 101: How to start and everything you need to know

There was once a quest to make telecommunication devices titillatingly tiny. Then in 2011, Samsung swooped in with their clunker of a mobile proposition—the Galaxy Note—a giant handheld phone. At the time, most found it hard to grasp in both the figurative and literal sense.

Early supporters endured some ridicule; their ‘Note’s likened to the brick-sized, antennae-wielding phones of yesteryear. Laughter was soon silenced as manufacturers worldwide joined the pursuit of size to feed increasing image and video consumption. Yet, a problem persists. Phablets are still not sexy.

This is called the “paradox of size”—a desire for increasingly large screen estate to view content on while a compact form to fit comfortably in hand is simultaneously required.

Enter the Samsung Galaxy S8+.

And in the body of one visionary device, the paradox is temporarily escaped. Measuring a considerable—but not tremendous—6.2 inches, the Galaxy S8+ found a way to make things bigger without expanding. This latest flagship by the Korean conglomerate features a “limitless” display; one that gained exemplary points from pundits and fanboys alike. The phone looks like it is “all-screen.” And therein lies the cipher: In lieu of augmenting the size of the phone, the designers reshuffled its insides and largely did away with the bezel. By saving precious space, the screen gets an extension within the parameters of the device.

A plus-sized model

Subtly curved on the sides, the S8+ sports less of an “edge” compared to its predecessor. Gentle contours on the front and back, plus a narrow design ensure a surprisingly secure grip for a phone of such substantial dimensions. Laid on a surface, screen-side down, our review model gleamed beautifully in its deep metallic shade of ‘Orchid Grey’. So, despite the fingerprint-prone Gorilla Glass shield on both sides, we found it a pity to wrap it up in a case. That being said, butter-fingered folk could consider the Galaxy S8+ Clear View standing cover. We found a matching one in an amethyst-tinged grey and were surprised when the ‘Always On’ display shone through the flap.

A touchy subject

Phasing out the bezel also eliminated the physical home button. In its place, a pressure-sensitive sensor responds with haptic feedback while the fingerprint sensor is moved to the back. This posed a few problems in the beginning. Its position next to camera lens and lack of distinctive tactile markers between the two resulted in smudges on the lens every time we reached back to unlock the phone. It also meant the extra trouble of picking up the phone with every attempt of unlocking the phone.

Same goes for the alternative—the iris scanner. Not only did it falter in harsh sunlight and stall with spectacle wearers, holding the phone up in front of the face was a strange gesture. We reckon that both methods could become more natural given time but while we did the review, we stuck with the classic PIN lock system.

A born performer

Once we pass security, however, things become much smoother. Samsung brought in the latest 10nm Exynos 8895 processor for this flagship. We can concur that it gives users the full-throttle experience without lag even after extended periods of use. Paired with 4GB of RAM, the chip bolsters its performance with excellent power efficiency.
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”samsung s8+ review colours” rid=”5166″ order=”a_tstamp”}
Speaking of power, the S8+ lasted us about a day and a half on a full charge with its generous 3500mAh battery. Juice boosts are foolproof: Simply place on a wireless charging dock, or plug in the new standard USB-C, which functions either side up. As per usual, Samsung offers expandable storage up to 256GB but this time round, built-in space only comes in a 64GB option.

A picture of perfection

A great display warrants the flaunting of great pictures, and the S8+ camera excels in this. Not much has changed from last year’s Galaxy S7, a 12-megapixel sensor and f/1.7 aperture alongside Samsung’s Dual Pixel technology promises sharp and vibrant images with fantastic depth of field. What is new and noteworthy was how good the lowlight photography is. Multi-frame image processing splices three shots together to generate the best snapshot of a moment and reduces motion blur. The large aperture also helps in dim environments.
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”samsung s8+ review gallery” rid=”5165″ order=”a_tstamp”}
Leave no man behind; your blur friend can now look super sharp in the picture thanks to the Smart Auto Focus which tracks faces on selfie mode. Besides taking lots of selfies on the #BuroGetaway to Bali (where this review was conducted), exposure to sand, sea, and many a congested street made us appreciate the IP68 water and dust resistant capabilities on the S8+.

A man on the inside

While our villa did not come with a butler per se, we were glad the brand spanking new Samsung assistant, Bixby was on hand to assist. One press of the dedicated Bixby button beneath the volume rocker and our travel queries were answered. Besides weather forecasts and food recommendations, the possibility of taking a picture and launching a search based on that was really a true glimpse into the future.

Phablet might never be a sexy word.
But even the blind can see that this phablet is bringing sexy back.

The Samsung Galaxy S8+ retails for RM3,699 while the S8 is priced at RM3,299. For the full specifications and more information, head on over to their website.

Related stories:
8 Things you need to know about the Samsung Galaxy S8
Samsung Galaxy Tab S3: Now available in Malaysia and what you need to know
Review: Where in the galaxy does the Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro stand?

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

#BuroGetaway
Samsung
lifestyle
technology


Skincare
Sunscreen pilling: Why it happens and what to do if it’s happening to you
Skincare peeves

27.04.2023
By Phyll Wu

Images courtesy of Pexels

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

The best acne and spot treatments to help curb your breakouts

Fed up with your sunscreen balling up? Here, we get into the causes of sunscreen pilling and the simple solutions to get your beauty routine back on track.
Having your sunscreen pill on your skin is arguably one of the most irritating experiences ever. Your face is washed, you’ve layered on your skincare, and just as you’re wrapping up your routine with sunscreen, it starts to form bits of blobs all over your face, forcing you to wash everything off and start over from step one. Not to mention, your freshly-applied products are wasted, and skincare is not cheap.
Thankfully, sunscreen pilling is a problem that can be easily solved with little to no effort. If your sunscreen has been giving you a hard time, read on to find out why pilling happens and what you can do to prevent it.
READ: Sunscreen 101: Your guide to all things SPF (and PA++++)

What causes sunscreen to pill?

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sublime Life – Clean Beauty (@sublimelifeofficial)

Perhaps the first and most common question that everyone will ask themselves when their sunscreen pills is: “Did I do something wrong or is it the sunscreen?” To answer that question, you probably did, but it’s also probably the sunscreen—or even both. There are many causes of sunscreen pilling, although the three main causes are your application, the ingredients in your sunscreen, and the skincare products you apply beneath it. With that in mind, let’s get into how you can prevent your sunscreen from pilling.

How to prevent sunscreen pilling

Exfoliate your skin regularly

For any skincare product to have a smooth, luminous finish, starting your routine with a clean slate is a must. That means thoroughly cleansing your skin before applying anything and exfoliating regularly, which will remove any dead skin cells, dirt, and built-up oil that may clump up with your sunscreen.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Farah | Skincare Science (@beamwonder)

On top of that, exfoliating will also allow your products to absorb into your skin a lot more efficiently—but don’t do it too often! Excessive exfoliation can dry out your skin, thus increasing the chances of sunscreen pilling. A good rule to follow is to exfoliate twice a week, but avoiding harsh physical exfoliants as they can damage your skin. For a safer alternative, opt for chemical exfoliants or double cleanse with an oil cleanser.

Layer your products in the right order

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Farah | Skincare Science (@beamwonder)

Products with heavier formulas contain ingredients with larger molecules, while lighter formulas contain ingredients with smaller molecules. If they’re layered incorrectly, the larger molecules will prevent smaller molecules from properly absorbing into your skin, resulting in a sticky finish that could easily cause your sunscreen to pill.
The key is to apply them in the right order, starting with the thinnest formula like a vitamin C serum or toner, then gradually move up to the thicker ones before finishing off with sunscreen. That said, layering your skincare correctly would be pointless if you don’t…

Allow your products to soak in before layering

The timing between the application of each product plays a huge role in the final result of your skincare routine. Think of it this way: if you’re continuously shoving food down your stomach without stopping to chew properly, you’ll most likely end up with indigestion and a bad bloat.
Similarly, not allowing a product to penetrate your pores properly before moving on to the next layer will eventually lead to pilling, especially with sunscreen. The time it takes for a product to be fully absorbed into your skin ultimately depends on its consistency, so the best way to find out if you’re ready for the next step is to touch your face and check if the wetness has subsided. Sunscreen takes the longest to dry down, so give it around 15 minutes to soak in before applying makeup.
READ: How to reapply sunscreen over your makeup without messing it up

Observe how your products react with each other

Sunscreens are made with various UV-blocking chemical or mineral ingredients that will sit on the surface of your skin as a protective layer, which can be split up when mixed with other products. Hence, if your sunscreen is pilling, you might want to reevaluate the products you’re using.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Farah | Skincare Science (@beamwonder)

Generally, it’s best to avoid slapping on layers upon layers of product on your skin as it could cause irritation and block absorption, especially with oil-based skincare and heavy creams—but that doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to ditch them entirely. Instead, streamline your routine by doing research on the benefits of each product, take a closer look at how it blends with others, and ask yourself if you really need it. Some products are only needed at night and some can be skipped on certain days, so you can alternate your products accordingly to avoid overlaying.

Check the ingredients

When all else fails, it boils down to the sunscreen you’re using. It’s no secret that finding the perfect sunscreen can be quite a challenge. What works for others may not work as well for your skin type, resulting in pilling or even breakouts. That said, in some cases, the root of the problem might not be your skincare or your skin type, but the sunscreen itself.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Nive Indian Skincare (@skincarebynive)

Some sunscreens are formulated with certain ingredients to protect your skin against environmental stressors like wind and water, although these ingredients are often the culprits of pilling. Hence, you should avoid purchasing a sunscreen with ingredients such as silicone (dimethicone, amodimethicone, and cyclomethicone), xanthan gum, and petroleum. Mineral blockers are also one of the ingredients that could cause pilling, however, not all mineral sunscreens will pill. The easiest way to find a sunscreen that doesn’t pill—be it mineral or chemical-based—is to look for high-quality options, which are generally a lot better for your skin.
READ: Ultra Violette’s founder on why their Australian ‘skinscreens’ are the best on the market

For more beauty reads, click here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Skincare
Suncare
Tips
SPF
Sunscreen
beauty guide


Fashion
Balenciaga taps Sam Smith as the face of their Men’s A/W 2015 campaign
Best duet ever

20.07.2015
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Shot in black and white by photographer Josh Olins, multi award-winning crooner Sam Smith fronts Balenciaga’s moody campaign for A/W15. Alexander Wang’s gorgeously ascetic collection is brought to life by the singer, who pouts and poses like a natural supermodel.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Balenciaga
Sam Smith
Josh Olins


Food + Drink
Celebrating 250 years of Hennessy with the Hennessy 250 Collector Blend
A cognac to remember

03.08.2015
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

Review: Sky35 KL presents an omakase experience plated on Hermès finery

It’s an ardous process when perfecting the Hennessy 250 Collector Blend. Hennessy Master Blender and Taster, Yann Fillioux, with the help of a special tasting committee have painstakingly selected the right cognacs to go into this unique tipple, of which there are 250 handmade barrels to hold the 250 Collector Blend. The barrels, which are made of wide-grained Limousin oak, add a warmth of vanilla and toast, without overpowering the aromas of the cognac. Prior to the anniversary cognac being stored in these barrels, it has been aged for another ten years under optimum conditions in an ageing cellar near the banks of the Charente.

The flavours of the cognac are unforgettable – it is a bright, warm shade of amber, which comes from the slow ageing and the successive blending processes. While it is spicy and has herbal hints, other tasting notes include bitter orange, fresh nutmeg, liquorice, dried peppermint leaves as saffron. And like the reason of its creation, it’s perfect to be drunk during a special occasion.

The Hennessy 250 Collector Blend is only available via order directly through Moet Hennessy Diageo. For further enquiries, email [email protected] or call (603) 2053 8688.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

food and drink
lifestyle


Buro Loves
10 Foolproof ways to cut down weight while packing your travel beauty bag

09.12.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Uh oh. You’ve overpacked. Your suitcases are packed to the brim, your arms are aching from dragging them around, and the bellboy at your hotel looks defeated as he lugs 16 eyeshadow palettes and four jars of moisturiser up to your room.
“I don’t know how this happened,” you think to yourself. “I swear I just packed the essentials.”
Suddenly, you recall what happened earlier that day—you remember blindly grabbing any bottles and jars within your reach and chucking them in your bag. By the time you’re done, you’re way over the weight limit and the zip on your beauty bag looks like it’s about to burst.
“Oh right,” you remember. “I did this.” Worse yet, by the time you settle in, you find that all of the bristles on your brushes are ruined, your eyeshadows are smashed up, and something sticky is coating every part of your bag. Even worse? You don’t even use half of the bulk you’ve brought.
You have a problem, and we’re here to help you solve it. Ahead, find our foolproof tips to packing your beauty bag efficiently and effectively.
What do I bring on my trip?

At this point, all you have to do is ask yourself one question: What do you actually need in a day? Make a list of all the products you think you’ll need, then cut out anything that seems unnecessary.
We know what you’re thinking. You cry out: “It’s all necessary!” We know. Except, it’s really not—give these tips a try and we’re sure you’ll end up with a much more reasonable packing list.
TIP #1: Leave redundant products behind
READ: Do you really need a separate day and night cream?
This can be really difficult to gauge, especially when the ‘what if’ panic sets in. Just think logically: Do you need two different moisturisers for an overnight trip? No. And before you chime in—while it’s true your skin has different needs depending on the time of day, your skin will survive a day with one less product.
You also don’t need three (only slightly) different shades of pink lipstick for a weekend away, unless, somehow, you’re going to three different events with very specific lippy-related dress codes. However, though that sounds like fun (can we come?), we’re doubtful that’s the case.
You have to be cutthroat: If it isn’t essential, get rid of it.
TIP #2: Look for multipurpose items
When cutting down weight (RE: point above), multipurpose products are your best friend. Get creative with this one: A single lipstick can work as your lip tint, blush and eyeshadow all-in-one. You could also look for moisturisers that have been formulated with SPF, and toners made with exfoliating ingredients. The possibilities are endless (and super space-efficient).
READ: 1 Product, 2 ways: How to get your money’s worth from your beauty bag
TIP #3: Plan around your outfits
Do you know what you’re going to be wearing while you’re gone? You better figure it out—packing your makeup bag is so much easier when you know what colour scheme or vibe you’re trying to match. Plus, planning outfits is half the fun of packing a suitcase!
TIP #4: Plan around the destination
Are you going on a city trip? A beach getaway? A country escapade? These are super important factors to consider when packing your makeup bag. On top of that, you’re going to want to stay on top of weather forecasts as they’ll help you gauge what your skin will need while you’re away. For example, sunny days call for plenty of SPF and light product formulations while wintry weather will warrant richer moisturisers and hydrating lipsticks.
TIP #5: Bring products you can apply with your fingers
This is the easiest way to cut down on bulk—by omitting spatulas, brushes, and makeup sponges, you’re saving space and the hassle of cleaning. Besides, who needs a full face of makeup for a day of lounging on the beach?
TIP #6: Get travel-sized bottles to transport your products
Why bring the whole 300ml bottle of toner just to use a single cotton round’s worth? Instead, you should invest in some good travel bottles (they are both inexpensive and ubiquitous) and pour in what you need for your trip.
SHOP: Sephora Collection Weekend Kit
SUB-TIP #1: If your trip is relatively short, we recommend using contact lens cases to transport liquid products like foundation and moisturisers—liquid products tend to go a long way so one contact case-full of product will likely be more than enough to see you through.
SHOP: Dear Dahlia 5 Layer Soft Cotton Pad
SUB-TIP #2: Instead of bringing a bottle of makeup remover, opt for cleansing wipes instead. While less environmentally-friendly (try to find biodegradable ones, at least), it is much more portable than a bulky bottle and a pack of cotton rounds.
SHOP: Skyn Iceland Glacial Cleansing Cloths With White Willow Bark
So, what would we say is the bare minimum for any trip? Let’s break it down:

Skincare

• Facial wash• Cleanser• Toner (optional)• Moisturiser• Sunscreen• Spot cream

Makeup (if wanted)

• Makeup remover• Foundation, tinted moisturiser, or BB cream (pick one, not all)• Concealer (typically fairly compact and portable)• Lipstick (for multi-purpose use)• Eyeliner and/or mascara• Setting powder or spray (optional)

Of course, depending on the length of your trip and your own personal needs, you may choose to carry more or less products—ultimately it’s up to you.

How do I pack my beauty bag?

If you’re chucking everything in the nearest bag you can get your hands on, you’re just setting yourself up for failure. You need some kind of an organisational system, lest you end up with a jumbled, sticky mess of products. Follow these tips to avoid that unfortunate fate:
TIP #1: Group your beauty goodies according to type
When it comes to efficient packing, the bare minimum would be to keep your skincare, hair care, makeup and body care separately. If you’re really keen, you can even separate makeup by lips, cheeks, eyes, and face.
It’ll make everything easier to find, and multiple small pouches are easier to fit around other items in a suitcase than one large, unforgiving sack. Individual makeup pouches or even ziplock bags work in a pinch. However, ideally, you’ll want to invest in the right makeup bag.
TIP #2: Choose the right makeup bag
We’re not saying you need anything particularly fancy—we’d just recommend something sensible. First, think about what you’re packing for. Is it a weekend excursion? A long getaway? A potential touch-up at the office? Pick a bag that suits your exact needs.
You’ll want something that fits everything you need to bring while you’re away, without taking up any more space than it needs to. Think of it this way: You don’t want a three-drawer beauty organiser for a little day trip, nor do you want to be stuck with a small, understocked pouch on a month-long road trip.
Further, while travel beauty bags come in all kinds of materials, your best bet is to look for something that ensures easy cleanup in case of spills. Plastic is ideal, but anything washable will work too.
SHOP: Cult Beauty Large Travel Make Up Bag
TIP #3: Pack your palettes perfectly
If you are bringing a compact or an eyeshadow palette, make sure to pop a cotton pad or some kind of padding inside the case to prevent the pigment from cracking. The padding acts as a shock absorber.
TIP #4: Keep your brushes in a hard case
If you must bring makeup brushes with you, keep them in a case—a pencil case or a glasses case will work well! This will keep the bristles from bending out of shape, and keep your brushes clean in case of any rogue spills.
SHOP: Natasha Denona Brushes Basic Set
TIP #5: Use a pill organiser for your jewellery
Anything small and fiddly (i.e. earrings and rings) is at risk of going missing—by far, we’ve found this is the best way to organise your jewellery when you’re on-the-go.
Find more beauty insiders here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Beauty
Skincare
Travel
Beauty bag
Makeup


Floating on air: A whole new world

Lifestyle
Floating on air: A whole new world
Lexus Hoverboard revealed

06.08.2015
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Lexus finally launched its highly anticipated demonstration of the Lexus Hoverboard, ridden by professional skateboarder Ross McGouran. The teaser released in June garnered more than 7 million views and piqued everyone’s curiosity about a hoverboard in motion and the video released yesterday did not disappoint.

In the 2-minute clip, McGouran is seen examining the hoverboard while other skateboarders admired it. When one of the skateboarders tries to ride the hoverboard, he fails and falls off the board. This is where McGouran takes over and brings us on an uber cool journey of what the hoverboard can do, such as float above water and fly over skateboard (or should we say, hoverboard) ramps.

In another video released by Lexus, we are acquainted with how the board was created and the science behind it. In this video titled ‘The Story’, we see Lexus engineers go through many testing stages, which took over a year, to master the design on the hoverboard we see today.

The board relies on superconductors and magnetic fields and the skatepark seen in the videos was actually built by Lexus to test this technology. Although, we won’t be able to own one of these scientific wonders anytime soon, one thing is for sure, Lexus is continuing to push the boundaries of style — and now, technology.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

motoring
lifestyle
News


Beauty
Why Clarins’ new flagship store and OpenSpa should be on your beauty to-do list

21.11.2018
By Gwen Ong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

A one-stop beauty destination – that’s the promise of the new Clarins flagship store at Mid Valley Megamall. The red and white walls, and wood pattern interior invites you in for a quick respite and a beauty experience that centres on your needs. That is exactly what I took advantage of on a weekday recently, in the pretext of work. Wink!
At first glance, you will notice that this beauty store is bright and cheerful with its welcoming atmosphere. Clarins beauty advisors are on hand to greet each customer and take you through all your queries as well as introduce you to the brand’s iconic bestsellers and latest stars. The 1,130-square foot boutique carries an expansive range of products and services including:

A sample wall to test, try and create your own skincare regime based on skin consultation done with Clarins Beauty Advisors
A travel zone to get your hands on compact sized essentials
A maternity corner for mothers to shop for pre-, during and post-natal care products
A makeup and vanity bar to play with new colours and get complimentary touch-ups
A gift-wrapping station to help you give a beautiful treat to your loved ones

{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”[Стандартная] Clarins Mid Valley Flagship” rid=”6739″ order=”a_tstamp”}
What caught my attention was the dedicated OpenSpa area where you get to indulge in a series of 30-minute treatments. Perfect for those who are pressed for time but in need of a quick pampering – something that yours truly was desperately looking for. I sat down for the Youth Express treatment that incorporates a cleanse and a face massage with key products featured in the treatment including Clarins’ Double Serum. My therapist was attentive to my facial concerns and worked to ease my issues. It was bliss to forget the world for a while and enjoy a skin-reviving indulgence in the care of a professional. Half an hour later, post-treatment my skin took on a luminous glow, which I was grateful for.

Clarins have always believed in listening, observing and analysing what a woman truly needs. This is reflected in all Clarins boutiques and spas worldwide, which you too can experience first hand at its new flagship store in Mid Valley Megamall.

With nature as its source of inspiration, Clarins has always been devoted to the study of plant-based skincare, where you can be assured of products and services that are in respect of nature and the environment. The brand values biodiversity and protecting the environment in the pursuit of beauty. This philosophy ensures a 360-approach to your Clarins beauty experience that you can be proud to be part of.

Clarins flagship beauty store is located on the F-007, First Floor Centre Court, Mid Valley Megamall and can be contacted at +603-2201 9619. The OpenSpa 30-minute treatments are priced at RM80; see the full list of Clarins OpenSpa treatment menu here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Skincare
spa
Clarins


Film, TV + Theatre
Everything you need to know about the ‘Gossip Girl’ reboot on HBO Max

03.06.2021
By Eugene Chen

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

It’s been over eight years since the last episode of the original Gossip Girl aired. Finally, on 8 July, the long-awaited reboot will be available to watch on HBO Max. It’ll have 10 episodes, each an hour long. Original Gossip Girl showrunner, Joshua Safran, will be the writer and executive producer of this extension. Joining him are Josh Shwartz and Stephanie Savage, who were the series’ original creators. Hopefully, this is a sign that the reboot will be on par with the original.
Those involved with the reboot have done a good job of keeping details on the show hush-hush. Fans of the original still have plenty of unanswered questions: Will the original cast be involved? What is the plot of the reboot? What is the show’s “twist”? While we might not have all the answers, here’s what we do know so far.
The Cast

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Gossip Girl (@gossipgirl)

Whitney Peak will play Zaya Lott. Peak also acted in part three of Netflix’s Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and played small roles in the Academy Award-nominated film Molly’s Game.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Gossip Girl (@gossipgirl)

Evan Mock will play Akeno “Aki” Menzies. Mock is a model/skater and has starred in campaigns for Louis Vuitton, Saint Laurent, Calvin Klein and others. This will be his acting debut.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Gossip Girl (@gossipgirl)

Eli Brown will play the role of Otto “Obie” Bergmann IV. Brown is best known for his role on Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionists as Dylan Walker.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Gossip Girl (@gossipgirl)

Tavi Gevinson—OG influencer, It-girl and former founding editor of Rookie—will play the role of Kate Keller. Gevinson has also appeared on other shows, most notably Scream Queens and the reboot of The Twilight Zone.

<div

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Casting
Gossip Girl
Gossip Girl Reboot
tv
HBO
Kristen Bell


Beauty
Beauty buzz: Gucci’s beauty campaign is beautifully inclusive, Chanel goes punk for AW20 Haute Couture

12.07.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Quarantine may be over in these parts, but that doesn’t mean celebs are done with the quarantine cuts, nor are they done with the major hair makeovers either. From summer’s latest nail trends to the newest strides in diversity and inclusivity within the world of high fashion, read on to get updated on this week’s beauty buzz:

This week in makeup

Gucci’s newest campaign saw 18-year-old Ellie Goldstein, a model with Down’s syndrome at the center—a step towards Gucci’s goal to promote “unconventional and non-stereotypical beauty”. The campaign was launched to promote the brand’s new L’Obscur mascara, a 12-hour long-wearing mascara that boasts volume, curl, definition and length.

Chanel’s AW 2020/21 Haute Couture Collection is made for romance-loving punk princesses

The collection truly captures the spirit of fall, with its deep browns and sheer highlights. Here’s what Chanel’s Global creative makeup and colour designer Lucia Pica had to say about the new collection:
“Romantic pink with a sophisticated twist. A playfulness paired with a chic sense of assurance. We maintained a pink attitude to the makeup going from a bold eyeliner to deep, dark sophisticated lips through a defined yet subtle use of pink.
“Very strong and deep, defined browny red lips, a very thin elongated eyeliner going across the top of the eye, a very transparent and luminous skin with accents of balmy highlight on the top of the lid and high on the cheekbones give yet another twist to the same inspiration.” We don’t know about you, but this makeup look is likely what we’ll be wearing for the rest of the year.

Read: This liquid lipstick will make you fall in love with matte lippies all over again
This week in fragrance
Lady Gaga is the face of Valentino’s new fragrance

Lady Gaga adds a new role to her repertoire, this time as the face of Valentino’s new fragrance, Voce Viva. According to WWD, the fragrance was crafted by Valentino’s creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli and the Valentino Beauty team at L’Oreal, and will be released this September.
“The extraordinary participation of Lady Gaga makes the campaign a celebration of equality, an homage to the no boundaries generation,” Piccioli said in statement. The A Star is Born actress and award-winning artist has previously released two fragrances under her namesake brand.
This week in hair
Ariel Winter goes platinum blonde

The Modern Family actress is channeling major Daenerys Targaryen vibes with this look, though we’d say she’s more comparable to a young Marilyn Monroe. Either or, this is a hit, and a welcome change-up from her Little Mermaid-inspired red tresses.

Ava Phillippe’s quarantine cut looks like the work of a pro

Reese Witherspoon’s mini-me captioned her snap with a rather fitting “oops”—swipe for her weapon of choice (a pair of office scissors) and the aftermath. Looks like you don’t need to use hair scissors to get the perfect cut, after all.

Tiffany Haddish goes bald

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Tiffany Haddish (@tiffanyhaddish) on Jul 7, 2020 at 12:58pm PDT

In an IGTV video (and then another one… and then another one), the comedian expressed that she just wanted to see her scalp. Specifically, she said, “Cut my hair! I cut all my hair off cause I want to see my Scalp. I know my whole body I know where every mole is but I don’t know my Scalp. So hello Scalp #SheReady to everything.” She addressed naysayers in a follow-up video, stating that, “Why, when a woman decides ‘Hey, I’m gonna cut this hair off because I wanna see my scalp,’ she gotta have a mental problem?” she said. “Nothing is wrong with my brain; I’m not suffering from no emotional sh*t, nothing.”

Read: Are your hair care habits secretly damaging your tresses? Here’s what you should never do

This week in nails
Cactus nails are summer’s latest trend

Everyone’s favourite celeb manicurist Thuy Nguyen is back with another drool-worthy nail art set—this time on Riverdale’s Camila Mendes. The actress shared a close up of her nails on her Instagram stories and can we just say? We’re loving them.

Kylie Jenner takes the negative space nail art trend to a whole new level

Looks like Kylie Jenner remains unbothered about the numerous allegations against her brands another week on. She’s back with another killer set of nail art, with each nail sporting a different design, this quirky trend is definitely one we can get on top of!

Read: These simple nail maintenance tips will stop your manicure from chipping

Check out more beauty headlines here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

nail salons
Reese Witherspoon
Kylie Jenner
Beauty Buzz
Ariel Winter
ava phillippe
Camila Mendes
Tiffany Haddish
Gucci
Chanel
nail art