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Weird and wonderful: The best of London Fashion Week SS17 beauty
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19.09.2016
By Terry Saw

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Talk about stepping up to the plate – LFW brought its beauty A-game and what stunning visual feast it has been! As the week draws to a close, we round up some of our favourite ‘out there’ beauty statements from the shows – think OTT bleached brows and floral body art to faux freckles and exaggerated doll eyes that are guaranteed to be the talk of the town long after the season is over, and rightfully so.

80s Punk revival

Matty Bovan’s LFW debut was anything but subtle. Models were decked out in the designer’s eclectic pieces in a mashup of textures and psychedelic colours but the icing on the cake was the equally loud statement makeup. Bleached brows and metallic eyes inspired by ‘Godmother of Punk’ Nina Hagen sealed Bovan’s status as one of the standout shows of the week.

Floral body art

Sure, the gorgeous billowy dresses at Preen by Thornton Bregazzi were stunning but look a little closer and you’ll be mesmerized by the painstaking details of the 3D floral body art tattoos – so pretty we want to get our scrapbooking skills back on – stat.

Clown-inspired makeup

Not for the faint hearted, Ryan Lo perfected circus-chic beauty with line-thin eyebrow arches, graphic eye shadow only in the most vibrant hues, extreme lashes paired with glossy doll-like lips that were equal parts amusing as they were extravagant.

Garden-glam

Peter Jensen’s love for gardening was aptly displayed in his collection and the little details surrounding the show – a skeleton greenhouse with tall bouquets of flowers flanked by models all dressed for a glamourous day out at the garden. Bright yellow-hued eye shadow paired with the cutest sprinkle of faux freckles and finished with a dark neutral lip stole the show. Not forgetting, straw hats to shield from the sun from all the faux gardening that was bound to take place.

Floral crown x braids

The beauty combo at Boka Asu leaves a lot to be desired. Thin braids are coiled and tucked neatly into a low bun, topped off by an anti-perfection floral crown with out-of-place twigs and pretty buds in clashing colours.

Retro lips

Here’s the perfect trend if you’re itching for something adventurous but less otherworldly. Mary Katrantzou revived pops of pink, red and orange lips on her show – we love how the look commands attention from a mile away for all the right reasons.

Grunge-chic

Also, who better to look to than Topshop Unique to channel your inner cool-girl? Here, neutral eye shadow takes centrestage with nude lips and a little cheek contouring for effect. For instant street-cred, add a little spritz and flip your hair over in an extreme side part, why don’t you?

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10 Books by Muslims, about Muslims, that are highly readable even if you’re not Muslim

16.04.2021
By Brent Taalur Ramsey

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For millions around the world, Ramadan is a festive time of fasting and special moments with family. Falling between 13 April and 12 May this year, the month-long celebration culminates with Eid al-Fitr on 13 May. If you’re looking for books to celebrate Ramadan or simply want to read more about Muslim representation in literature, this list gathers 10 of our most-beloved must-reads, from essential novels by Muslim authors to our favourite Muslim-led stories.
The Weight of Our Sky by Hanna Alkaf

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Set during the historic race riots in 1969 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this heart-pounding literary debut by Hanna Alkaf follows a music-loving teen as she does everything she can to find her way back to her mother. Full of courage and grit, this story follows Melati as she works to overcome the violence on the streets and her own prejudices to make it back to the one person she can’t risk losing.
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Mad, Bad & Dangerous to Know by Samira Ahmed

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With an alternating narrative that spans centuries, this novel by New York Times bestselling author Samira Ahmed explores the lives of two young women–Leila and Khayyam–who fight to write their stories, forge their own paths and escape the pressures of familial burdens and cultural expectations in worlds defined by men.
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Once Upon an Eid edited by S.K. Ali and Aisha Saeed

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A collection of short stories, Once Upon an Eid brings together the most brilliant Muslim voices in a compilation all about Islam’s most joyful holiday of the year–Eid. This collection narrates the feelings and memories that all Muslim people may be familiar with–scents of delicious food, new outfits for Raya and holiday parties. This anthology is all about joy.
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More Than Just a Pretty Face by Syed M. Masood

For fans of Becky Albertalli and Jenny Han, this sweet and funny young adult rom-com debut is all about falling in love, familial expectations, and being a Renaissance Man. The story follows Danyal Jilani as he gets selected for a school-wide academic championship – the perfect opportunity to show everyone that he’s smarter than they might think – and recruits the uninterested Bisma to help him with the contests. Soon, they both realise happiness might be right in front of them.
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Love is an Ex-Country by Randa Jarrar

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In this provocative memoir of a cross-country road trip, Randa Jarrar explores how to claim joy in an unravelling and hostile America—as a queer, Muslim Arab American. Jarrar provides a fearless voice as she shares profound recollections of a life lived with daring and perseverance.
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The Mismatch by Sara Jafari

In The Mismatch by Sara Jafari, recent uni graduate Soraya Nazari thinks it’s time for her to get some life experience she has been lacking due to her upbringing–and the rugby player Magnus Evans might just be the perfect way to get it. But, in this coming-of-age story, there might be much more to Magnus than meets the eye.
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The Bird King by G. Willow Wilson

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From the award-winning author of Alif the Unseen G. Willow Wilson, The Bird King is the story of Fatima, the only remaining Circassian concubine to the sultan, and her friend Hassan, the palace mapmaker. Set in 1491, in the Iberian Peninsula, The Bird King follow the duo’s journey to safety at a time when the West and the Muslim were not yet separate.
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My Past Is a Foreign Country by Zeba Talkhani

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In My Past is a Foreign Country, Zeba Talkhani shares her experiences growing up in Saudi Arabia amid patriarchal customs that seem more like the making of The Handmaid’s Tale, and her journey to find freedom abroad in India, Germany and the U.K. as a young woman and feminist Muslim. Her story offers a unique perspective on living as an outsider and rejecting what the traditional path her culture would have chosen for her.
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Home Fire by Kamila Shamsie

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A tale about the sacrifices made for the ones we love, Kamila Shamsie’s Home Fire follows a cast of characters who all have different interpretations of what it means to be British-Muslim as they live under the watchful eye of the Home Secretary. Powerful and thought-provoking, the fates of two families are intertwined in this timely novel.
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I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai

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Runway round-up: Dior’s Men’s Fall 2022 show, Balenciaga “The Lost Tapes” Collection, and more

10.12.2021
By Kelly Lim

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Virgil Abloh’s final collection for Louis Vuitton
When: December 1, 6.30am Malaysia time
Taking place on a barge across from Miami’s Marine Stadium, Louis Vuitton’s latest spin-off show for their Spring/Summer 2022 menswear collection was unveiled. What was supposed to be one of many more to come from designer Virgil Abloh––who passed days before from a private battle with cancer––became a memorial service and a celebration of a remarkable life of one multi-hyphenate creative whose tenure at the brand was groundbreaking.

Titled ‘Virgil Was Here’, the SS22 presentation was a creative cornucopia of Abloh’s greatest hits and new ideas. The collection had first dropped earlier in June via a short film, with belted tailoring and tracksuit tops under oversized suit jackets alongside graffiti-plastered varsity jackets with oversized earmuffs, and the latest presentation was scheduled to be a reviewing of sorts in a new city, featuring 10 never-before-seen looks.

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Abloh’s friends, family, collaborators, muses and colleagues, including Rihanna, Kanye West and Kim Kardashian West, A$AP Rocky, Michèle Lamy, and Edward Enninful, among many others, were greeted by a three-story statue of the late designer as they gathered on the makeshift catwalk. Before the show began, Louis Vuitton CEO Michael Burke spoke to the audience about Abloh, per Vogue: “He used the platform he had to break boundaries, to open doors, to shed light on his creative passions––art, design, music and of course, fashion––so that everybody could see inside,” he said, “not only to dream of being part of that world but to also find ways to make that dream a reality.”

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Then, an audio message from the designer himself opened the show, as he talked about the creative process and the idea of returning to this place of curiosity and childlike wonderment that he’d been exploring through his work, while models, including Kid Cudi, Offset and Quavo, strutted down the tree-lined runway. The show ended with another snippet of the designer’s voice, as members of his design team came out for the final bow, before a red hot balloon featuring the iconic LV monogram floated over the audience. The sky was lit up by fireworks as drones arranged to read, “Virgil Was Here” as an emotional final send-off for the trailblazing creative. Watch the full runway below:

Chanel Métiers d’Art 2021/22
When: December 7, 10pm Malaysia time
Far from their regular Parisian haunts of rue Cambon and the Grand Palais, Chanel will be staging their annual Métiers d’art collection at the brand new Le 19M building nestled in the 19th arrondissement of the French capital, which also houses 11 Maisons d’art including embroiderer Lesage, shoemaker Massaro, feather- and flower-maker Lemarié, goldsmith Goossens, milliner and hatter Maison Michel, pleater Lognon, and flou specialist Paloma. The decision to show the collection at the symbolic place links the French fashion house’s commitment to the preservation and development of historical fashion savoir-faire with the need to focus on the future and inspire new vocations.

The le19M building in Paris, designed by architect Rudy Ricciotti
Since 2002, the Métiers d’art has paid homage to the virtuoso hands of fashion by bringing together an array of talented creatives like embroiderers, feather workers, pleaters, shoemakers, and others that showcase exceptional masterpieces and craftsmanship. Initiated by Gabrielle Chanel herself, this fruitful conversation between the house of Chanel and the Métiers d’art has provided these talented artisans with a platform to display their best work and support their development.
In anticipation of the event, Chanel has unveiled an animated teaser of the upcoming collection by Remembers Studio, featuring eight models in timeless couture creations in embodiment of the eight houses behind Chanel’s emblematic codes and creations, alongside a sneak peek of the distinctive triangular-shaped venue space. Catch the show live on chanel.com and check back for a post-show review.

Highlights:
Unveiled inside the Le 19M, Chanel continued their love letter to craft with a Métiers d’Art 2021/22 collection that was metropolitan yet sophisticated––filled with relaxed tweed jackets with sweatshirt sleeves and slouchy knits decked out in the finest embroidery, coloured beadwork (by Lesage, of course) and gleaming pearls. For online viewers, the lineup was unveiled via a beautiful short film created by choreographer and dancer Dimitri Chamblas to show the “dazzling play of graphic textures and precious details” worn by the models as they sauntered, twirled and dashed across the vast space of the grand building.

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Much of the handiwork itself was inspired by Le 19M itself, as seen by the silver sequins, graphics and structured constructions imbued throughout the clothes, while silhouettes were intrinsically Virginie Viard, featuring loose, maxi-length dresses, boyish bermudas, and baggy jeans that were given an upgrade by the delicate craftwork of the Maisons. Other pieces kept in line with the creative director’s youth-centric vision for the brand via chunky knit crop tops, highly-covetable double-C cardigans (worn sans base layer) and low-rise maxi skirts that opened up thigh-high––all paired with plenty of opulent jewellery that was layered to the max.
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New York Fashion Week AW17: Highlights of Day 3
Familiar territory

12.02.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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See beyond Christiano Siriano’s creations of luxe textured velvet jackets, sequin-embellished gowns and sumptuous metallic jumpsuits, and one will read the designer’s underlying message of diversity, body positivity and unity. The message rang in clear, from the selection of models and FROW guests, to the Depeche Mode song ‘People are People’ that played during the models’ final walk. The title of the song seemed to indicate the unofficial theme of the show, and was also printed on the tee that donned one of the final looks—one that drew cheers from the audience.

 For fall, Dion Lee sought to bring forth a more multi-dimensional character to his brand. This was conveyed through structured silhouettes in neutral tones and pops of orange, blue and military green, a collection that spoke of femininity and toughness at once. Scene-stealing utilitarian details came in triangular chain links that slung across sweaters, down straight leg trousers and dangling from eyewear, while texture-rich shearling coats in a camo-like print served as statement pieces on the runway.

If Alexander Wang’s last collection spoke of Californian cool with its beach vibes and sunny colour palette, this season’s show was decidedly different: an almost all-black galore that will fit into a girl’s work-to-play (club) wardrobe. The opening looks were black-on-black, tailored ensembles, where suits and coats were aplenty, before moving on to the party side of things—with leather jackets, pants and hot shorts with silver accents, as well as sexy mesh or cut-out dresses strutting down the runway. No after-party this round, as proclaimed on the invites, because the show was the party.

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Buro 24/7 Exclusive: NARS makeup artist Mark Carrasquillo’s tips on natural beauty
A clean slate

22.02.2016
By Cai Mei Khoo

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What inspired you to create the look for the J.W. Anderson AW16 show?
The look is all about honest, clean, perfect individualistic beauty. The collection definitely played a great role in inspiring it. There is a lot going on with textures, silhouettes, metallics and the likes, so we wanted to make the beauty look more about the girls, as they already looked great in the clothes.

We actually used skincare—applying moisturiser and foundation, then powder. The eyebrows were brushed without product, not filled in, and curled eyelashes were left clean. It’s all about a clean, matte complexion. I love the idea of matte skin, that’s like the big stroke of makeup. Beautiful moisturised lips are also key here—we’re going to wipe off the lip gloss before they hit the runway, and leave them to their own texture.

Do you think going natural will be the trend for Autumn/Winter?
Natural is always a conversation, so is no-makeup makeup. This is a version of no-makeup makeup, but we took it really personal to each girl. You could call it the ultimate minimalist no-makeup makeup look

What are some key trends that you foresee for Autumn/Winter?
I definitely see matte to drier skin textures being big. I’m also playing with a flushed cheek that is more seamless and not as contoured—that is one trend I’m really feeling. And I’m looking forward to the return of ‘real makeup’. For a while we were really afraid of colours, but I think people are starting to embrace makeup as a beauty statement and it will be nice to have fun with colours again.

Any tips for creating nice, matte skin?
Most importantly, take good care of your skin. And buy some really good powder brushes—it makes a difference.

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Pop Culture Catch-Up: JK Rowling upsets fans in latest tweet, powerful speeches by Beyonce and others for Dear Class of 2020 and more

12.06.2020
By Marissa Chin

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Hello, pop culture vultures! Here’s another round-up of the latest news in the entertainment circle you might have missed:
Netflix has curated its own Black Lives Matter collection
The popular streaming site announced on Wednesday that they have launched their own #BLM collection of black-centred films, TV shows and documentaries.

When you log onto Netflix today, you will see a carefully curated list of titles that only begin to tell the complex and layered stories about racial injustice and Blackness in America. https://t.co/dN6XQmsrGK pic.twitter.com/3CIrrno6mw
— Netflix (@netflix) June 10, 2020

This announcement serves as a response to the continued efforts to support the ongoing Black Lives Matter protests in the United States. It is not often we see people of colour coming out of Hollywood productions (and being done right), but Netflix has vowed to highlight the complex narratives faced by the Black community and the “racial injustice and Blackness in America” suffered by African Americans through systemic and institutional racism.
Beyonce is in talks to be in three future Disney films

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According to The Sun, Beyonce is currently in talks with Disney on a whopping £80 million deal to star in three future films. This is not Queen Bey’s first foray into the House of Mouse as many of you will remember her voice as Nala in last year’s live-action remake of The Lion King.
Along with possibly voicing documentaries for Disney Plus, Beyonce could very well appear in work for the sequel to Black Panther 2 much like her feature in the first film’s soundtrack.
JK Rowling stirs the pot with her controversial tweet about trans people
In a lengthy blog post, the acclaimed Harry Potter author shockingly revealed that her interest in trans issues stemmed from being a survivor of abuse herself after escaping a toxic marriage. She explains, “I’m mentioning these things now not in an attempt to garner sympathy, but out of solidarity with the huge numbers of women who have histories like mine, who’ve been slurred as bigots for having concerns around single-sex spaces.” While she does state that she still supports trans women, she also doesn’t want “to make natal girls and women less safe” either.
After her blog post, many criticised that Rowling was not validating the existence of transgender people and was under disguise as a TERF (Trans-Exclusionary-Radical-Feminist). She then went onto Twitter, maintaining her stance that sex is biological and should remain so to have productive and much-needed conversations about sex-specific issues.

This has definitely driven a wedge within the Harry Potter family as Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Eddie Redmayne have all come out criticising Rowling’s opinion.

Moving speeches from celebrities for Dear Class of 2020
While the class of 2020 may not be getting the conventional graduation ceremony they were hoping for due to the global pandemic, it will still be just as memorable as many celebrities took to the Youtube Original livestream on June 7 to share their congratulations and gave uplifting advice to them.

Some of the incredible speeches include Beyonce’s almost 10-minute speech where she talks about the world graduates would be entering. “Congratulations to the class of 2020, you have arrived here in the middle of a global crisis, a racial pandemic and worldwide expression of outrage at the senseless killing of yet another unarmed Black human being,” she said. “And you still made it. We’re so proud of you, for using your collective voice and letting the world know that Black Lives Matter.”

The Obamas also gave their own speeches with the former US president reminding graduates, “You don’t have to accept what was considered normal before…You don’t have to accept the world as it is. You can make it into the world as it should be and could be.” Michelle Obama echoed the same sentiment, “So, don’t ever, ever let anyone tell you that you’re too angry, or that you ‘should keep your mouth shut.’ There will always be those who want to keep you silent, to have you be seen but not heard, or maybe they don’t even want to see you at all.”
BTS was also the only South Korean group to make an appearance with equally emotional and powerful speeches from each of the seven members. Watch the whole livestream here:

Tom Cruise collaborates with Elon Musk on intergalactic movie

We’ve seen Tom Cruise on impossible spy missions, fighting mummies and transform into a rockstar on stage but his new movie will take him out of this world, literally. While the movie has not been picked up by a studio just yet, the blockbuster film will feature some action-packed scenes in space and will be directed by Doug Liman (Mr and Mrs Smith and Edge of Tomorrow).
This venture is also perfect timing for tech mogul, Elon Musk, as he recently launched a space exploration of his own with his Space X program that has the end goal of the colonisation of Mars.
Country trio Lady Antebellum have decided to change their name
The five-time Grammy-winning country band just made a big announcement. On June 11, the group revealed that their name, Lady Antebellum, which they had for fourteen years, will be switched to simply, Lady A, a nickname given by the fans.

In their statement on Twitter, they have decided to drop the term “Antebellum” due to its association and history to slavery. “When we set out together almost 14 years ago, we named our band after the southern ‘antebellum’ style home where we took our first photos. As musicians, it reminded us of all the music born in the south that influenced us…southern rock, blues, R&B, gospel and of course country,” the band explained. “But we are regretful and embarrassed to say that we did not take into account the associations that weigh down this word referring to the period of history before the civil war, which includes slavery.”
This is but one of the ways in which celebrities are practising anti-racism in the wake of Black Lives Matter protests.

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Lancôme’s beautiful rose-inspired collection will have you tickled pink this Spring
La vie en rose

06.01.2017
By Su Fen Tan

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At once graceful and elegant, with a hint of sensuality, shades of pink take centre-stage alongside roses in Lancôme’s Absolutely Rôse collection for Spring. Creative Director Lisa Eldridge’s knack for introducing dreamlike fantasy into beauty continues to shine as the sweet hue of pink is reinterpreted to align with the French beauty house’s Parisienne-chic aesthetic.

Perhaps the most beautiful illuminating powder we’ve seen, La Rose à Poudrer takes the form of a rose in bloom. Each petal imparts scintillating pearlisers that illuminate the face with just the right amount of sparkle and subtlety, leaving the skin radiant. It further tugs at our heartstrings with the lovely soft-pink jewel case it comes in—evoking the retro elegance of 1950s powder compacts.

One ultra-sleek compact, a variety of looks; day to night transitions on-the-go will be a breeze with La Palette La Rose. A compact case of delights, inside you’ll find a versatile palette of six eyeshadows in pops of fresh pastel and neutral shades, along with a double-ended brush. Flip open the lid on the side to reveal three lipsticks in different colours and textures.

If you loved the comfy cushion applicator on Lancôme’s Juicy Shaker, you’d probably love the Parisian Lips Le Stylo. An innovative double-ended pen, on one end you get a creamy lip pencil with a lightly tinted and moisturising formula; on the other, an ingenious little cushion applicator that absorbs just the right dose of pigments for application while delivering a semi-matte finish—perfect for creating an ombré lip.

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The limited edition Lancôme Absolutely Rôse Spring collection is now available at the Lancôme boutique in the Gardens Mall and counters nationwide.

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The CFDA Fashion Awards 2019: Who are the nominees?

22.03.2019
By Joan Kong

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Just days after Tom Ford’s appointment as the new CFDA Chairman was announced (he replaced Diane von Furstenberg who was at the helm for 13 years), the council has released its list of nominees ahead of the June 3 event at the Brooklyn Museum in New York. For the first time, Swarovski—which has been the main sponsor for the awards for 17 years—will not be partnering with the organisation, although the Emerging Designer of the Year Award and the Positive Change Award will both still be given out.
The nominees this year include a mixture of household and up-and-coming names. The contenders for Womenswear Designer of the Year include Brandon Maxwell who recently landed a judging role on the Project Runway reboot; Rodarte’s Kate and Laura Mulleavy who designed Brie Larson’s stunning gown at the Captain Marvel premiere; and Marc Jacobs, whose Spring/Summer 2019 collection is already on our to-buy list. Menswear-wise, new talents including Mike Amiri of Amiri (a Los Angeles street-cool label) and Kerby Jean-Raymond of Pyer Moss (the winner of the 2018 CFDA Fashion Fund prize) are both nominated for the first time. But the designer who is nominated for the most award this year, goes to Virgil Abloh who represents Off-White.

Check out the full list below:
Womenswear Designer of the Year
Brandon Maxwell
Kate Mulleavy and Laura Mulleavy for Rodarte
Marc Jacobs
Rosie Assoulin
Sander Lak for Sies Marjan

Menswear Designer of the Year
Mike Amiri for Amiri
Kerby Jean-Raymond for Pyer Moss
Rick Owens
Thom Browne for Thom Browne New York
Virgil Abloh for Off-White

Accessory Designer of the Year
Ashley Olsen and Mary-Kate Olsen for The Row
Jennifer Fisher for Jennifer Fisher Jewellery
Tabitha Simmons
Telfar Clemens for Telfar
Virgil Abloh for Off-White

Emerging Designer of the Year
Beth Bugdaycay for Foundrae
Catherine Holstein for Khaite
Emily Adams Bode for Bode
Heron Preston
Sarah Staudinger and George Augusto for Staud

Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti International Award
Sarah Burton was Alexander McQueen
 Founder’s Award in Honour of Eleanor Lambert
Carine Roitfeld

Media’s Award in Honour of Eugenia Sheppard
Lynn Yaeger

Positive Change Award
Eileen Fisher

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Louis Vuitton welcomes Francesca Amfitheatrof as its new artistic director of watches and jewellery
New light

24.04.2018
By Joan Kong

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2018 will no doubt be an exciting year for Louis Vuitton, as the fashion house announced the appointment of Virgil Abloh as its menswear artistic director, and now, a new addition—Francesca Amfitheatrof as its artistic director of watches and jewellery. Born in Tokyo and trained at Central Saint Martins, the “globetrotter designer” has lived in Rome, Moscow, London and New York, and also has a background in silverware and furniture design. At the French label, she will be heading all designs of the label’s watches and jewellery, including its high jewellery line. “It is with great excitement that I join Louis Vuitton, a House I feel deeply connected to through its values of craftsmanship and travel,” says Amfitheathrof.

In a statement released to WWD, the brand also revealed the decision behind the designer’s appointment. “Amfitheatrof’s flair and creativity with precious metals as well as her experience and personal background will help shape the Louis Vuitton jewellery and watches categories in the future”. Previously the design director of Tiffany & Co. for four years, Francesca was responsible for some of the brand’s signature pieces, such as the Tiffany T line, the redesigned Return to Tiffany range, and its latest HardWear collection.

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BURO Gadget Guide: OnePlus 10T 5G, Lenovo Yoga Series, Samsung Odyssey Neo G8, and more
Gadget galore

27.08.2022
By Marissa Chin

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In this month’s edition of the BURO Gadget Guide, we round up six innovative and exciting new tech gadgets that are perfect for the modern-day hustler. Whether you’re constantly on the go (portable and powerful options below), need something performance-heavy or simply wish to wind down in a stylish manner (minimalist turntable, anyone?), there’s something for every need. Read on for the full list!
OnePlus 10T 5G

Earlier this month, OnePlus unveiled the latest improvements to their OnePlus 10T 5G model. Powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip (the fastest Snapdragon yet), this nifty device delivers smooth and fast performance for digital nomads with a need for speed. With a new and improved power efficiency and 16GB of LPDDR5 RAM, the smartphone is also able to suspend over 35 applications at once and doesn’t require a long charging time with its 4,800 mAh battery, reaching a full charge in just 19 minutes.

The OnePlus 10T 5G also boasts a Triple Camera System with even more built-in features for better clarity and quality. This includes Nightscape 2.0 which captures even the darkest environments in stunning detail, ICE 2.0 which comes with an ultra-fast shutter speed, and Super HDR which offers powerful photo-editing options. Finally, the 6.7-inch 120 Hz FHD+ Fluid Display makes watching videos or playing games on the device an immersive experience with its HDR10+ and 10-bit colour for crisp visuals and colour accuracy.
Price: From RM3,199
Availability: Pre-orders start from now until 31 August on Lazada and Shopee, available in stores from 1 September
For more information, visit the website.
Lenovo Yoga Series
Lenovo has expanded on its best-selling Yoga series with a slew of new high-performing laptops, namely the 14-inch Lenovo Yoga 7i and 14-inch Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i. Built for creative do-ers, these compact yet powerful laptops offer up an impressive performance to take your creativity to the next level.

The Lenovo Yoga 7i laptop is where passion meets productivity. Creative sessions are made all the more fun with its 2.2K IPS touchscreen display and Dolby Vision that will make your creations jump off the screen. Combined with its front-facing Dolby Atmos Speaker System, users can enjoy a conducive work environment where creative juices can flow for long hours on end. It also comes with TÜV-certified low blue light technology so say goodbye to strained tired eyes. If you need to get up close and personal with your work, simply use its 360-degree hinge to seamlessly transition from laptop to tablet mode.

On the flip side (no pun intended), the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro is built to provide essential performance for the creative constantly on the fly. Details such as a raised camera notch for easier opening with one hand and a soft-touch keyboard with a new dome are just some of the little things that were considered in making this laptop functional and practical. Creatives can also make the most out of their visuals with Dolby Vision 100 percent sRGB colour spectrum plus a 90 Hz refresh rate for a lag-free experience.
Price: From RM4,189 for the Lenovo Yoga 7i | From RM4,149 for the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Pro
Availability: Official Lenovo Exclusive Stores (LES), Lazada and Shopee
For more information, visit the website.
Samsung Odyssey Neo G8

Get the ultimate gaming experience with the Samsung Odyssey Neo G8. Whether you’re engaging in high-fantasy simulations or open-world role-playing battles, this gaming monitor can do it all. It’s the world’s first 4K UHD 1ms Curved Gaming Monitor and has the fastest refresh rate of 240Hz among all other 4K gaming monitors out there, delivering a high level of speed, power, and immersion that will make it hard to look away from the screen. In addition, the monitor is powered by Samsung’s Quantum Matrix Technology with Quantum Mini LEDs that create the perfect balance of brightness and contrast for unparalleled resolution.

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Apart from its ultra-wide 21:9 aspect ratio and 178-degree wide angle, users have free reign to swivel, tilt and adjust the monitor to find their winning position easily with the help of VESA-standard monitor arms. Further, the Odyssey Neo G8 comes with a matte screen that absorbs artificial and natural light, eliminating any potentially distracting reflective lights during your gameplay.
Price: Malaysian pricing to be comfirmed
Availability: Official Samsung brand stores and Lazada
For more information, visit the website.
Huawei MateBook X Pro

Making its way into Huawei’s latest series of lightweight smart flagship laptops is the MateBook X Pro. The 14.2-inch device may be lightweight but doesn’t compromise on performance quality, what with its 2th Gen Intel® Core™ processor which offers 60 per cent more efficiency than previous models. The laptop is also equipped with Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 30W and a Shark Fin Fan which help counter any overheating issues many lightweight laptops are prone to.

In addition, the MateBook X Pro comes with six speakers, four built-in microphones, and new AI algorithm technologies, perfect for WFH environments filled with virtual meetings and online presentations. Lastly, the laptop weighs in at only 1.26kg, thanks to the light and strong magnesium alloys in full-CNC unibody design, making it both portable and durable.
Price: From RM9,999
Availability: From 19 August onwards in official Huawei Experience Stores, authorised platforms, and retail stores
For more information, visit the website.
Pro-Ject X2

Fancy a device to help you wind down that also doubles as a home decor piece? Check out the minimalist turntables from Pro-Ject, namely the X2 from their best-selling X Line. The X2 uses internal silver plated copper coils, offering a sonically balanced and clear experience.

The hi-fi turntable is also characterised by its 2kg platform and three height adjustable aluminium feet, perfect for placing your precious vinyl records with stability and reliability. A turntable is only as good as its motor, and the X2’s motor chassis is one that’s carefully suspended on a tuned TPE belt which allows for effective decoupling from the main plinth for the most optimal sonic performance–no heavy scratches or rude starts.
Price: RM7,150
Availability: Official Pro-Ject distributors found here
For more information, visit the website.
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You can look at the world through the eyes of Gucci with this new app
Gucci’s going places

27.07.2017
By Buro247

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In what we feel could be a perfect geeky extension to a quirky-chic Gucci ensemble, Gucci Places is a digital app that connects users with a curated list of locations that have special significance to the brand. Chosen places are those that reflect the taste and values peculiar to the House. With just a simple touch, unlock exclusive access into the creative mind of Alessandro Michele and unveil interesting stories behind what will eventually become an extensive network of places connected to Gucci.

At each of the Gucci Places, a dedicated badge incorporating both the brand’s aesthetic and motifs from the specific site will be made available to the user to retrieve on the app. Utilising a device’s geolocation service, prompts are sent to users when in close proximity to a Gucci Place. As you collect stories through pictures, videos and detailed information of each place, this special feature enables you to assemble your own compilation of Gucci badges.
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Chatsworth in Derbyshire, England has been revealed as the very first on the list of Gucci Places. It is the current host of “House Style”, an exhibition of clothing and memorabilia curated by Hamish Bowles (American rogue’s International Editor-at-Large) and location of the Gucci Cruise 2017 advertising campaign starring Vanessa Redgrave.

Tying in with the collaboration, a line of products under Gucci’s Courrier collection is being launched and will feature designated patches. Find the exclusive collection at the Chatsworth store and the Gucci Sloane Street boutique in London, from mid-July onwards.
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Look out for the unveiling of more Gucci Places and specially developed products for the places coming up later in the year.

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The best bits of London Fashion Week AW17
Top moments

20.02.2017
By Buro247

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Simone Rocha sent models from the sixties to the nineties down the runway, including 73-year-old Italian actress, Benedetta Barzini. There really is no age limit to beauty.

A post shared by SIMONE ROCHA (@simonerocha_) on Feb 19, 2017 at 5:13am PST

Speaking of diversity, closing the Julien Macdonald show was model, Winnie Harlow. Fun fact: the Canadian stunner, who has a rare vitiligo skin condition, was a contestant on the twenty-first cycle of America’s Next Top Model.

A post shared by Julien Macdonald (@julienmacdonald) on Feb 18, 2017 at 11:40am PST

The Versus Versace show has drawn many celebrity guests to their #FROW. Among the A-listers spotted are Ellie Goulding, Will.i.am, Charli XCX and M.I.A.

A post shared by versus_versace (@versus_versace) on Feb 20, 2017 at 9:54am PST

The British Fashion Council has collaborated with Pantone to celebrate the life of Richard Nicoll. Chosen by a close group of the late fashion designer’s friends, an official shade in his name, Nicoll Blue was developed, and even painted at main LFW show sites.

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Charlotte Olympia‘s show attendees were in for a theatrical treat. To launch her AW17 collection, the designer created an entire collection in homage to her favourite genre, noir and presented it via short film, aptly titled An Accessory To Murder.

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After 16 years, Hussein Chalayan is back with his first London womenswear. The designer confessed in an interview that he was worried “nobody was going to come and see it” but nevertheless,  he presented his AW17 collection to a full house.

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Another season, another breathtaking showspace. For AW17, Anya Hindmarch presented her collection on a runway that was made to look like snow-covered mountains.

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Kendall Jenner celebrated the end of LFW by hosting a party with Love magazine editor-in-chief, Katie Grand. The model-of-the-moment, who donned a Burberry cape that came straight off the runway earlier in the day, was having a blast with her friends, Bella Hadid, Lily Donaldson and Justine Skye.

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Features
The magic of Delpozo: An interview with Josep Font
Pride of Spain

12.10.2015
By Buro247

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Architect-turned-designer, Josep Font, has been working wonders at Madrid-based brand, Delpozo. When the brand’s founder Jesús del Pozo passed away in 2011, Grupo Perfumes y Diseño bought the Spanish house with the intention of preserving its heritage, handing over creative direction to Font. Font’s first step in breathing new energy into the much-loved Spanish house was to deliver it to an international audience (del Pozo was a household name in his native country but never quite achieved similar acclaim outside of Spain). The brand exploded onto the scene with Font’s magical rendition of a new female: soft, romantic, vibrant and sensual. His background in architecture is evident in the sculptural forms his dresses take: fabrics are treated and embellished to couture levels and his mix of colour and print are fresh and full of joy. Delpozo is stocked in more than 20 countries as well as a variety of online retailers and is now the buzzword on the industry’s lips and Font, the man responsible for maintaining the thrill. Fresh off the back of an extremely successful presentation in New York, Font sits down with Buro to discuss his passions and inspirations for S/S’16.

Summarise the key aspects of your latest collection in less than 5 words:
Passion and bohemia.

What was your main inspiration for the collection?
I was inspired by Federico Garcia Lorca’s poetry collection, Gypsy Ballads, in which he depicts the Spanish culture and women; and Emilie Flöge, muse, friend and lover of Austrian painter Gustav Klimt. She was a couturier in her own right with a very defined aesthetic.

What has been the biggest challenge so far in designing this collection?
I feel each collection is difficult. I’m a perfectionist so I would keep on working on my collections if it weren’t for the calendar limitations.

What aspect of your brand do you think is most unique?
Delpozo is a very special brand. It’s very hard to choose what makes us unique, but I think the modernity of the craftsmanship.

What is your favourite fabric to work with?
It is so hard for me to choose a favourite, whether it’s a fabric, a colour or a look of a collection. I love to research different fabric and applying them in innovative ways.

What is a fashion saying you live by?
Less is more. Always.

If you could showcase your designs anywhere in the world other than NYC, where would it be?
I can imagine it would probably be Paris.
What is the first thing you do on the morning of your show?
Have a fresh squeezed juice of vegetables and fruits. It gives me the energy I need for the day of the show.

Who is the first person you want to see after every show?
My team are the people I want to celebrate with.

Who is your current fashion muse?
Jean Seberg.

Name a trend that you feel has been overdone:
The use of animal skins.

Name an artist you would love to collaborate with.
Andrey Remnev, he is a painter I referenced for A/W’15. I would love to work on something with him.

If you had to incorporate one print into all your collections, what would it be?
A floral or organic type of print.

In your opinion, what is the most flattering silhouette on a woman?
Depends on the shape, each body is different which makes it so powerful to work on different silhouettes in my collection. Like colours, each woman is unique.

Where would you like to see your brand in five years?
Hopefully, in five years, we will still be showing collections and growing as a brand. We just launched accessories for spring and this pre-fall we are starting pre-collections. It is a very exciting time for Delpozo.

Describe the ideal ‘Delpozo’ woman.
She has no age, nationality or profession. She is a global woman with a defined attitude towards fashion and life.

Favourite artist?
Basquiat.
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How to shade match foundation and concealer to deep skin tones

12.11.2020
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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When it comes to makeup, a lot of the rules you will tend to come by are typically directed at those with fairer skin tones—especially true for foundation and concealer. Despite the fact that many brands are beginning to offer a wider shade range, the choices on the market have been pretty limited for those on the medium-deep to the deep end of the spectrum.
A lot of the shade matching tips you’ll hear, such as ‘check your veins’ or ‘match your wrist’ simply don’t apply to darker skin. It’s frustrating—but we hear you. That’s why we’re here to give you the low-down on shade matching for medium to deep skin tones.
Where do I start looking?

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Unfortunately, when it comes to inclusivity in beauty, there’s still a ways to go. However, there are brands that are paving the way for inclusive shade ranges and they should be the first place to look.
READ: Malaysia’s women of colour on where (and how) to shop for shade-inclusive makeup
Shade matching step #1: Identify your undertone

This is the single most important thing to watch out for when trying to shade match. It really does matter—is your undertone red, golden, or neutral? Get this wrong and your foundation and concealer will look off no matter what you do. The undertone is what ensures your foundation blends seamlessly from your face to your shoulders and body. Just remember: A bad match will make you look ashy.
The first thing we need to clarify is what constitutes each undertone. Basically, cool undertones show up as red or blue hues in darker skin. If you’re on the fairer side, you may see a pink-ish hue in your skin, which is also an indicator of cool undertones.
Warm undertones, however, show up as golden or yellow hues in the skin. Neutral undertones include green-ish olive hues. This distinction is important to note when looking for your foundations and concealers as most brands only label their products as ‘warm’, ‘neutral’ or ‘cool’.
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This is a foundation/concealer shade for tan skin with a warm/olive undertone.

This is a foundation for tan to deep skin with a neutral undertone.

This is a foundation/concealer duo for deep skin with a neutral undertone.

This is a foundation/concealer for deep skin with a cool undertone.

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There are a few ways to determine your undertone, and none of them include trying to gauge the colour of your veins. The first method is to simply stand in front of a stark white background. It sounds strange, but the contrast between your skin and the white background will make your undertone very apparent. This is especially true if your skin is a very deep shade.
Alternatively, the types of metals that compliment you most are also a great indicator of undertone. People with warmer undertones tend to look best in golds, yellows, and oranges, whereas those with cool undertones suit silver, blues, and reds best.
Now, while both are good in their own way, the most reliable method is the three-stripe technique. Find three foundations rough ballpark of your true shade with each of the different undertones. Apply all three to your face at once and you’ll easily see which of the three melts into your skin seamlessly.
Once you’ve successfully determined your shade, you can move on to the next step.
Shade matching step #2: Match your foundation

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Getting your undertone right is just the first step. Now that you know you’re a warm/cool/neutral girl, you have to make sure that the shade is cohesive with your neck and chest.
At this point, don’t worry if the colour seems a little too light or too dark on different parts of your face. If you’re still struggling to find the right shade for your skin, it’s probably because your skin isn’t one solid colour.
People with deeper skin tones are often privy to hyperpigmentation, which tends to concentrate around the mouth, forehead, and the perimeter of the face. The centre of the face also tends to be lighter. With this in mind, it’s normal to look a little bit one-dimensional if you’re used to a bit more variation in colour across your face.

If your foundation is drastically too dark or light, you may just need to move up or down a few shades. However, if your foundation looks a little dark in certain areas, but doesn’t look stark against the neck and chest, then you’re probably good.
That said, don’t feel as though you have to commit to just one shade—many people are between shades, especially when the darker shade range is limited. If you’re struggling to find the perfect match, try mixing foundations!
Also, don’t forget to watch out for oxidation. It’s best to try out a few samples and wear them for a few hours to gauge if any drastic colour changes happen.
TIP: Investing in a good primer may be just the thing you need to prevent your skin from turning Oompa-Loompa chic. It’s also worth noting that oxides are present in larger concentrations in full-coverage foundations.

If you can’t get your hands on samples (dang you, pandemic), a good way to see how different foundations will look on your skin is to look up tutorials and reviews on YouTube. You’ll never be able to swatch or test out every foundation out there, so an easy solution is to look up a few beauty vloggers with similar skin tones to you, using the products you’re after.
It’s not a perfect solution, but watching reviews is a genuinely great way to gauge how the formulas apply, move under lighting, and sit on the skin. Plus, the added benefit of YouTuber reviews is that they can tell you how it feels, whether it oxidises, and how well it lasts.
Shade matching step #3: Match your concealer
Remember when we said that your face can look a little one-dimensional after your apply your foundation all over? Well, here’s the part where we correct the flatness.
NOTE: If you’re happy with the base you have that is totally okay (the flat base can be a great starting point for Instagram-type contour). However, if you’re looking for a more natural look—especially if you’re wearing the look in person—this concealer trick is the way to go.
First up, you may need to get yourself more than one concealer. Think about where you’re using it. Under-eye concealer looks best if it is a slightly lighter shade to your foundation—though it should be no more than two shades lighter—to draw the eyes to the centre of the face.
However, if you’re looking to cover blemishes (especially on the perimeter of your face), a lighter concealer is going to do nothing but draw attention to your spots and scars. As a result, you’ll want to make sure it’s a true match.
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For under-eye concealing, try to avoid slathering a thick layer on your eyebags (and cheeks) and be done with it. You need to disperse the lightness evenly across the face: Apply the concealer to the inner corner of the eye, the centre of the nose, the centre of the forehead, and on the chin. This will add a natural highlight and draw the eyes to the centre of the face.
Below: See how Linasha has placed a slightly lighter concealer throughout the centre of her face? Although it is focused on the triangle of her under-eyes, it also covers the centre of the nose and the chin. It creates a beautiful, natural-looking, and wearable contour that doesn’t look too strong.

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NOTE: Deeper skin tones don’t really need a contour shade—highlighting with concealer is more than enough to reintroduce dimension to your look. However, if you’re on the lighter side, you could consider a contour (though that’s a topic for another day).
Finally, we want to set all our hard work with some translucent powder. The only advice we have here is to be conservative with the application—applying too much translucent powder over areas that are already dry can look ashy. To avoid this, try finding a tinted translucent powder, and apply little and often.
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Seduction in a bottle: Boss The Scent Parfum Edition
Dark and mysterious

22.01.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

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If you’re a serious fan of Boss’ range of masculine fragrances (more here), the brand’s latest parfum edition will definitely charm your (olfactory) socks off. The next addition to the range is Boss The Scent Parfum Edition For Him, a scent that celebrates the modernity and timelessness of the Boss man. While we’re still wondering who would best represent this fragrance since its launch — perhaps a face along the lines of existing ambassadors Chris Hemsworth and Zac Efron, here’s a deeper look at this scent profile.

What makes The Scent Parfum Edition For Him stand out is its seductive notes that are created from the best natural ingredients in perfumery. Opening with decadent, spicy notes of ginger, the fragrance embodies energy and an awakening of senses; later on it builds with a rich elegance thanks to the aphrodisiac maninka fruit from South Africa, complemented by orris concrete that is derived from the root of an iris flower (this ingredient is one of the most precious in the world.) A combination of patchouli and eather work together for a smoky yet woody intensity that works as the perfect base, drawing attention to the more complex and enigmatic facets of the maninka fruit. If you’re looking for something that is an intriguing twist from the usual energetic, invigorating scents from Boss, this one’s definitely made for you.

Boss The Scent Parfum Edition For Him (100ml RM464) is available at selected department stores.

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Watches
September birthstone: Shop the most brilliant sapphires this month

22.09.2021
By Deanna Cheah

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While sapphires are famous for their “true blue” hue, they actually come in an array of colours! You’ll find this precious gem in purple, violet, peach, orange, green, brown, and grey. Those that are transparent and colourless are known as white sapphires. Collectively, they’re known as fancy sapphires.
When sapphires develop near the earth’s crust, titanium is usually present and this gives the gemstone its blue colour. They’re the rarest and most valuable natural blue-coloured gemstone. Sapphires belong to the corundum family, which also includes rubies. Pure corundum is naturally a colourless mineral, which is why there are white sapphires.
September’s birthstone is associated with wisdom and serenity. The sapphire is believed to facilitate meditation, calm the mind, and provide mental clarity. Those who subscribe to the stone’s healing properties often use it to release mental tension and as a mood booster.
Treat yourself—or surprise a very special person born in September—with this brilliant gem. Our selections this month include coveted sapphire jewellery from Bvlgari, Harry Winston, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Buccellati.
Shop them below:

18-karat rose gold sapphire ring, Suzanne Kalane

Rainbow 14-karat gold, sapphire and diamond ring, Mateo

Gardenia necklace, Buccellati

Sunlight necklace, Piaget

Emerald cut sapphire and diamond wedding band, Graff

Divas’ Dream18-karat white gold necklace, Bvlgari

Ring in white gold, sapphires, and diamonds, Buccellati

Sunflower petite sapphire and diamond earstuds, Harry Winston

Brume de saphir earrings, Van Cleef & Arpels

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Feast your eyes (and soul) on the latest high jewellery collections from Chanel, De Beers, and more

16.02.2021
By BURO London

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Bridgerton-effect: our appetite for Regency-era sparkle has increased dramatically in 2021. Can we afford it? No! Does it matter? Again, no! For those who can’t quite get enough of delighting in fantasy jewels for a dose of escapism, the high jewellery collections—made completely by hand from the finest gemstones, these one-of-a-kind jewels can take from two to four years to create—are pure works of art. From Chanel and Boucheron to Van Cleef & Arpels, here are some of the most eye-catching styles.
Chanel

Mademoiselle Chanel loved Venice. The new high jewellery collection is a modern interpretation of her discovery of the Floating City (she went there for the very first time in 1920). Divided into four parts, the collection is an ode to Venice’s architecture, canals, and lions. The Constellation Astrale—set in lapis lazuri, yellow sapphires, and diamonds—is a nod to the starry sky on the facade of St Mark’s Basilica, for instance.
Boucheron

This season, the oldest jewellery house of the Place Vendôme (aka the hub of high jewellery) celebrates the treasures of the Art Déco period and the roaring twenties. Boucheron’s creative director Claire Choisne revised some of the classics from the brand’s rich archives: for example, she reprised an emerald bead necklace commissioned by Maharajah of Patiala in 1928, and turned it into a transformable piece dubbed Plastron Émeraudes that can be worn also as a choker and a bracelet. Choisne believes that high jewellery is genderless, so the central pendant of her Lavallière Diamants necklace set in diamonds, onyx, and black lacquer—inspired by a bow-tie design dating back to 1925—can be removed to be worn as a brooch or a collar pin, by both men and women.
Van Cleef & Arpels

For its new high jewellery collection, the storied French house took to the stars. More precisely, to everything connected to space travel, both real and imaginary. The jewellers worked with the most recent NASA images, popular science books, and even the oldest myths about the universe and its planets, to create 150 unique pieces. The Hally necklace in contrasting white and yellow diamonds is inspired by the passage of Halley’s Comet, visible from Earth once in a century. Asymmetrical Eclipsis earrings set in white gold with diamonds and rubies or sapphires borrow silhouettes from Lunar eclipses. Elsewhere, the Stanley bracelets, named after Stanley Kubrick, the filmic mastermind behind 60s sci-fi classic 2001: A Space Odyssey, beautifully combine white diamonds and shiny gemstones (mauve and blue sapphires or rubies and red sapphires).
De Beers

Entitled Reflections of Nature, the new collection captures the beauty of landscapes in Canada and Africa, where De Beers sources its diamonds. The Motlaste Marvel necklace with a cascade of pink, orange and yellow diamonds is a reference to the sunsets in South Africa’s Motlatse Canyon; the Ellesmere Treasure set created from the finest white diamonds is reminiscent of the snowy wilderness of the Candian Ellesmere island in the Arctic; and the Okavango Grace parure with rough and polished diamonds in all shades of green borrows patterns from the Okavango Delta in Botswana.
Fred

All jewels from the playful love-themed collection are inspired by the ’90s classic, Pretty Woman (which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year), and they feature an array of diamonds and rubellites in the form of hearts. Valérie Samuel, Vice-President and Artistic Director of Fred, explains the story behind the house’s new collection, which is a nod to the famous necklace that Vivian (played by Julia Roberts) wore in the film: “When our Rodeo Drive boutique in Beverly Hills received a visit in 1990 from the production team of the film, we had no idea that the ruby and diamond heart necklace they chose would become a special part of the movie, thanks to Julia Roberts’s legendary burst of laughter and Richard Gere’s elegance. So naturally, we named it Pretty Woman.”
This article was first published on BURO. London

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MFW SS16: Costume National

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MFW SS16: Costume National
Minimalistic chic

25.09.2015
By Buro247

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

Deviating from his previous collections, Capasa brought a feminine edge to the brand’s classic graphic and minimalistic aesthetic, presenting “a mix of romantic and tailoring” which was displayed through the use of sheer fabrications and jacquard, alongside Japanese denim with sharp cut outs.
Alongside taking a fresh step to a softer appeal with fabrics, Capasa toned down his structure by opting for more fluid silhouettes, including plissé dresses, ruffles and asymmetric silk skirts. This aside, Costume National’s spring/summer’16 palette was a contemporary take on film noir, save for a striking red co-ord suit that broke up the black and white assemblage with a touch of chic.
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5 Petal-infused Potions That’ll Have You Coming Up in Roses
Flower power

03.07.2015
By Renyi Lim

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

1. Rose and Vanilla Tahitensis Orchid
Sultry, bewitching and addictive, La Nuit Trésor brings together two notable flowers – the rose and the Vanilla Tahitensis Orchid – blending them into a fragrance that speaks of a passionate olfactory love story. Damask rose essence is given a 21st century twist with rose oxide, zesty lychee accord, patchouli and languid papyrus, then entwined with the sensual, good-enough-to-eat notes of wild vanilla orchid and sweet praline.

Try: Lancôme La Nuit Trésor, RM318 for 50ml
2. Peony
For thousands of years, the peony has been revered for its paper-thin, velvety petals and radiant translucency, but it’s taken five years of research for L’Occitane to uncover the its secrets. The brightest stars of its new Pivoine Sublime skincare collection – the Skin Perfector serum, RM 198 and the Perfecting Cream, RM 172 – are loaded with peony extract to correct uneven skin texture, deliver deep hydration, and enhance the complexion.

Try: L’Occitane Pivoine Sublime
3. Vivid Florals and Ebony Woods
A spirited, multi-dimensional fragrance that captures the essence of modern femininity, Modern Muse Chic uses a ‘dual impression’ scent concept that contrasts accords of vivid florals and ebony woods in order to connect with each woman who wears it. Depending on your personality, you might find yourself drawn to the lively notes of tuberose fir abs and stargazer lilies, or you’ll appreciate the darker, intense traces of cashmere woods, patchouli blend and suede musks.

Try: Estée Lauder Modern Muse Chic, RM 212 for 30ml
4. Iris Florentina
Take a stroll in any Mediterranean garden, and you might spot the Iris Florentina, whose root extract is highly prized for its high flavonoid count, which endows the plant with protective and regenerative properties. Using the Iris Florentina root, Kiehl’s chemists have managed to formulate a silky, multi-activating treatment essence to tackle age-related loss of radiance, helping to renew, re-nourish and replenish skin.

Try: Kiehl’s Iris Extract Activating Treatment Essence, RM 180
5. Apple Blossom
Think of this scent as an olfactory journey that takes your hand and guides you along a path from the woods to the shore: soft apple blossom and delicate hints of apricot and osmanthus cushion your senses, then refresh you with bitter sea fennel, invigorating, salty sea spray, and roasted coffee. Take us there, now!

Try: Diptyque Florabellio

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5 Clean beauty brands you can count on for no-BS skincare formulations

03.10.2019
By Wei Yeen Loh

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The term “clean beauty” has garnered traction over the recent years, with brands mushrooming in the market with promises of “natural” beauty products that are non-toxic and safe for the skin. But how well do we know what the brand truly offers when they say that they are “all-natural”, “clean” or even “vegan“?
We’ve covered sustainable brands that are making an effort on going green, homegrown labels that are worthy of our support, and even organic skin food that’s good enough to eat. But this time around, we’re angling the spotlight on clean beauty brands that offer formulations with minimal bullsh*t and maximum efficacy.
From sugarcane-derived squalane to biocompatible actives that agree with every skin type, these clean beauty labels are worth exploring if you’re looking for skin-safe saviours:
Tata Harper

Back story: After realising that it was almost impossible to find 100% natural skincare that’s free from toxins and harmful ingredients, Tata and Henry Harper decided to started to develop their own formulations directly from their 1,200 acre organic farm in Vermont, USA. Nine years later, the brand is now recognised for pioneering the “farm-to-face” movement with zero outsourcing—all products are high-performing, non-toxic and made sustainably.
Free of: GMOs, toxins, fillers, artificial colours and fragrances, synthetic chemicals
Fun fact: Tata Harper sources more than 300 organic ingredients from over 68 different countries for its products. It also takes its sustainable practices pretty seriously—all products are housed in glass bottles that are highly recyclable, and the brand only uses 100% post-consumer materials or recycled paperboard for its packaging.
Must-haves: The Resurfacing Mask has won a slew of beauty awards across countries for good reason—the 100% natural beta-hydroxy exfoliating mask packs a punch and guarantees an instant glow. Other bestsellers include the Regenerating Cleanser, Hyaluronic Gel Moisturiser and Beautifying Face Oil.
Biossance

Back story: Biossance combines the cutting-edge science to create skincare products that are both safe and effective for our skin and the planet. With the help of biotechnology, the brand sustainably harvests squalane from sugarcane to ensure the ingredient’s stability and efficacy—a welcoming alternative from shark-derived squalane (inhumane) and olive-derived squalane (highly unstable). All products are infused with 100% plant-derived squalane to soothe and hydrate the skin.
Free of: Parabens, fragrances and synthetic fragrances, animal-derived ingredients, PEG (polyethylene glycols), baking soda
Fun fact: The company has banned more than 2,000 ingredients that are toxic and non-eco-friendly, while its sustainable practices include planet-first processes (no deforestation, low water usage, etc) and conscious packaging.
Must-haves: Naturally, the Squalane + Vitamin C Rose Oil combines the best of both worlds to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles while nourishing the skin (brownie points go to the oil-soluble, stable form of  Vitamin C). If you’re looking for a powerhouse for your ultra-sensitive skin, try the Squalane + Phyto-Retinol Serum for its safer, plant-derived alternative to retinol—bakuchiol.
Bybi Beauty

Back story: Back in 2017, founders and skincare experts Elsie and Dominika wanted to create natural beauty products but couldn’t find a brand that specifically offered what they wanted. After kickstarting a platform on all things natural beauty (Clean Beauty Insiders) and co-authoring a book on recipes for the skin, body and hair, the dynamic duo decided to launch BYBI (By Beauty Insiders)—a 100% natural, vegan and cruelty-free beauty label.
Free of: Synthetic ingredients, animal by-product ingredients
Fun fact: The brand is refreshingly honest on incorporating feasible methods when it comes to manufacturing and packaging. Case in point: it uses bioplastics derived from sugarcane to house some of its products (in the event where glass isn’t the most practical or possible). BYBI’s ingredients are mostly renewable resources i.e. ingredients that are easily replenished and do not require intensive energy to harvest/grow.
Must-haves: Skin “Boosters” from bakuchiol and olive squlane to cold-pressed strawberry seed oil; the Babe Balm, a multipurpose balm that works as an emollient salve with the help of Coenzyme Q10, calendula oil and hibiscus oil.
Drunk Elephant

Back story: Founder Tiffany Masterson’s motivation behind launching Drunk Elephant was so that her children could be minimally exposed to toxic chemicals, hormone-mimicking fragrances and natural allergic sensitisers. All products are made with “biocompatible ingredients that skin can recognise, accept and process”, along with active ingredients at ideal pH levels.
Free of: “Suspicious 6” i.e. essential oils, drying alcohols, silicones, chemical sunscreens, fragrances/dyes and SLS
Fun fact: A constant ingredient you’ll find in all of Drunk Elephant’s products is virgin marula oil that Masterson touts to be the best kind of oil for its high content of fatty acids and antioxidants.
Must-haves: A cult favourite is T.L.C. Framboos Glycolic Night Serum—packed with the brand’s AHA/BHA blend including glycolic, lactic, tartaric, citric and salicylic acids and raspberry extracts to slough away dead skin cells, calm and soothe the skin.
Indie Lee

Back story: After surviving a surgery to remove a rare brain tumour in 2009, founder Indie Lee decided to adopt a new life purpose: provide healthier skincare options with the help of both nature and science. All products are vegan, cruelty-free and effective for all skin types.
Free of: 1.4 dioxane, aluminum, BHA & BHT, coal tar dyes, DEA, MEA & TEA, formaldehyde, mineral oil, nanoparticles, parabens, petrolatum, pthalates, siloxane, sulfates, synthetic fragrance, talc, toluene, triclosan
Fun fact: Each Indie Lee product comes with a list that disclose all the ethically-sourced ingredients used in the formula—not to mention, all products are rigorously tested for efficacy.
Must-haves: The CoQ-10 Toner is free of alcohol and rich in antioxidants to help balance your skin’s pH while giving it a radiant glow, and the Clearing Mask is a keeper for its cocktail of actives (from salicylic and glycolic acids to bentonite clay and colloidal sulphur) to deep cleanse and nourish the skin.

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#BUROGiveaway: Win luxe hotel stays, Sunday brunch, spa treatments, and wireless earbuds this Merdeka
Happy Merdeka, Malaysia!

20.08.2022
By Adelina Tan

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

What do freedom and independence mean to you? In celebration of Malaysia’s 65th National Day on 31 August, stand a chance to win a stay in Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur’s Grand Room; Sunday Brunch or a Digital Wellness Escape spa experience at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur; and the Elite 7 Pro or Elite 85t true wireless earbuds from Jabra.

Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Grand Room

Rest, relax and explore the pulsing heart of KL’s city centre by treating yourself to a lavish staycation in Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur’s Grand Room. The elegant 47-square-meter room overlooks the Kuala Lumpur city skyline, with a choice of either one king bed or two twin beds. Each room also has a spacious work desk where you can catch up on emails (if you really have to) or indulge in hobbies such as journaling.
The room is just as ideal for couples, families or friends—rest assured the bathroom comes with a Liquid Crystal Glass (LCG) cube adjustable for privacy, a bathtub and rainfall shower, as well as tea and coffee-making facilities for a comfortable stay. Overlooking the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and adjacent to Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is one of the best hotels in Kuala Lumpur. You’ll be within walking distance—or a short car ride away—to upscale shopping, dining and entertainment.
Four winners will get a 2D1N stay at the Grand Room, each worth more than RM780.
Click here to book a stay at Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur.

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
Sunday Brunch at Mosaic

Mosaic is the name of one of KL’s best all-day dining spots, and also describes the nature of this iconic establishment: a combination of many different elements forming one thing. The cuisine is a delicious mix of local and international, complemented by interactive live cooking stations and a large dessert bar.
Overlooking KLCC Park, the restaurant’s elegant interior reflects the Peranakan culture with intricate hanging pewter lights and beautiful mosaic walls. For special occasions and the VIP experience, Mosaic has two semi-private dining rooms seating up to 10 guests each.
Two winners will get Sunday Brunch at Mosaic, for two people, worth RM208 per person.
Click here to make a reservation for Sunday brunch at Mosaic.

Digital Wellness Escape treatment at The Spa

Take time for yourself to clear your mind, reconnect with what’s important to you, and restore balance in today’s fast-paced and always-connected world. The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur’s Digital Wellness Escape is a one-hour and 20-minute treatment concentrating on the head, eyes, neck, shoulders, hands and feet. The restorative treatment aims to ease stress and strains resulting from the frequent use of digital devices. After your treatment, engage in mindful colouring and continue your relaxation in the spa’s heat and water facilities.
Two winners will get a 90-min Digital Wellness Escape treatment, for 1 person, at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur worth RM600 per person.
Click here to schedule a Digital Wellness Escape spa experience.

Jabra
Elite 7 Pro

Freedom is the ability to enjoy truly wireless audio, without limits and compromise on call clarity. The Jabra Elite 7 Pro is designed for those who want the best for calls and music. These revolutionary earbuds feature the Jabra MultiSensor VoiceTM technology, offering best-in-class call performance.
Jabra’s MultiSensor VoiceTM combines a bone conduction sensor, four microphones and algorithms to ensure crystal clear calls, even in the noisiest places. The intelligent algorithms constantly analyse the types of noise being picked up by the built-in microphones–automatically activating the cutting-edge voice pick-up (VPU) sensor when it’s windy. It also works in tandem with bone conduction technology that transmits voice via the vibrations in the jawbone, ensuring the best call clarity.
You’ll also enjoy a fully immersive experience with the adjustable Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), personalised audio profiles with Jabra MySound technology, and control over how much outside noise to let in via HearThrough technology.
The Elite 7 Pro earbuds are also highly portable and 16 per cent smaller than the Jabra Elite 75t, which were previously Jabra’s smallest earbuds. Get up to eight hours of non-stop playtime with ANC and 30 hours with case charging, in addition to fast charging that delivers 1.2 hours of power in just five minutes. These earbuds also come with Alexa built-in, Siri, and Google Assistant connectivity with Android devices.
One winner will get a Jabra Elite 7 Pro worth RM999.
Purchase the Elite 7 Pro at RM999 via Jabra’s official e-stores at Lazada and Shopee.

Elite 85t

Discreet and comfortable, the Jabra Elite 85t is engineered to defy the boundaries of how much noise can be removed in a set of true wireless earbuds. Though small, they offer premium Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and optimal sound processing via a dual chipset. The audio experience is fully adjustable with individual sliders, from full ANC to full HearThrough—and anywhere in between—giving you control over how much outside sound to let through.
The Jabra Elite 85t’s focus is very much on natural sound performance and limited occlusion (aka blockages or closures), achieved via the semi-open design and four ANC microphones. Oval silicon EarGels™ offer a secure seal and comfortable fit, maximising the effectiveness of the six-microphone call technology and wind protection—enabling superior calls wherever you are. Music sounds great too, with big sound and powerful bass, via the 12mm speakers.
One winner will get a Jabra Elite 85t worth RM1,049.
Purchase the Elite 85t at RM1,049 via Jabra’s official e-stores at Lazada and Shopee.

Giveaway
Here’s a complete list of all the goodies up for grabs!

Four (4) x 2 Days 1 Night Stay at Grand Room (Worth RM780+ each)
Two (2) x Sunday Brunch at Mosaic for 2 persons (Worth RM208 per person)
Two (2) x 90-min Digital Wellness Escape treatment for 1 person at The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur (Worth RM600 per person)
One (1) x Jabra Elite 85t (Worth RM1,049)
One (1) x Jabra Elite 7 Pro (Worth RM999)

How to enter
1) Follow BURO Malaysia’s Facebook & Instagram
2) Like our Instagram post
3) Comment on the above Instagram post by answering: “How long has Malaysia gained independence?”
4) Tag two (2) of your friends after completing the steps above!
5) Share this post to your IG story for a bonus entry! (Make sure the post is public!)

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1. This giveaway ends 11:59pm, GMT+8, 4 September 2022. The winner(s) will be announced on 7 September 2022.
2. Employees of Buro Malaysia and its related corporations (“Indochine Media Ventures”) or Buro Malaysia partners and/or sponsors for the giveaway (if applicable), and their immediate family members (including spouses, children, parents, brothers and sisters) are not eligible to participate in the giveaway.
3. Winners of this giveaway are chosen at random.
4. This giveaway is organised by Buro Malaysia (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Organiser’).
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8. The Participant acknowledges that the interest and good reputation of the Organiser are of paramount importance. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify a Participant from the giveaway, or to withdraw the prize if it is believed the Participant is in breach of its obligations under the rules. The Participants shall not by act or omission, directly or indirectly bring the Organiser into disrepute.
9. All entries are sent at the risk of the Participants and in the event that there are technical difficulties experienced arising out of the internet or from any associated equipment or internet security is compromised, the Organiser may at its sole and absolute discretion disqualify the entire entry and shall not accept any liability for doing so.
10. Giveaway entries may only be submitted via the stated medium of communication.
11. This giveaway is open to anyone above 18 years old.
12. Each entry must be completed in full. The Organiser reserves the right to disqualify any incomplete entries in its sole and absolute discretion.
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14. Winners will be notified by email.
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16. The winner must produce their original IC / passport with a legible IC / passport number in order to claim the prize. The winner may also be required to produce additional original proof of identity at the discretion of the Organiser.
17. All Prizes are accepted entirely at the risk of the winner, and the Organiser excludes all warranties in connection with the prize to the extent permitted by law.
18. All Participants release from, and indemnify the Organiser, its agencies, sponsors and representatives against all liability, cost, loss or expense arising out of acceptance of any prize or participation in the giveaway including (but not limited to) personal injury and damage to property and whether direct or consequential, foreseeable, due to some negligent act or omission or otherwise.
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22. Prizes are final; no cash equivalent or alternative prize will be given. Prizes are non-transferable, non-exchangeable and strictly not for resale. If the winner is found to be selling the prize(s), the Organiser reserves the right to demand the return of the prize.

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Celebeauty: Hunter Schafer gets a bob, Katy Perry loses her brows

09.05.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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This week was chock-full of makeovers, with some being more drastic than others. From Pete Davidson’s tattoo removal to Katy Perry’s missing brows to Blake Lively’s spring-loving manicure, here are all the headlines you missed from this week!
Katy Perry is unrecognisable with bleached brows

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If there’s one beauty trend we are 100 per cent into, it’s that of bleached brows. Any time a celeb decides to take the leap and get the bleach out, we’re absolutely obsessed. That said, some celebrities are almost entirely defined by their brows, and losing them renders them entirely unrecognisable. Katy Perry is one of those people.
The American Idol judge took to the stage on ‘Disney night’ dressed as Tinkerbell. As usual, she looks great, but we couldn’t help but feel the absence of two key players—her left and right brow. Personally, we reckon that she actually might be better off without them, but it seems the singer has different plans for her face framers.
She captioned her Instagram post with “going to go dye my brows back now”, so it looks like (unfortunately) this beauty moment is not here to stay. Here’s to hoping she revisits the look sometime in the future, though!
Pete Davidson explains why his tattoos are disappering

Remember when we said that Pete Davidson is getting all 104 of his tattoos removed a few months ago? No? Well, he is, and there’s finally an explanation for it. In an interview with Seth Meyers, Davidson explained that it’s more of a career move than a statement against sentimentality.
He explains: “It takes three hours—you have to get there three hours earlier to cover all your tattoos because for some reason in movies, [people] don’t have them… So, now I’m burning them off, but burning them off is, like, worse than getting them because not only are they burning off your skin, but you’re wearing these big goggles. You can’t see anything and the doctor is in there with you. So, before he goes in and lasers each tattoo, you have to hear him announce what the tattoo was so he can make sure if you want to keep [the tattoo] or not.
He still has a sense of humour about it, though. “So I’ll just be sitting there all high off the [nitrous oxide/laughing gas]—which I actually quite enjoy—and then all of a sudden I’ll just hear, ‘Are we keeping the Stewie Griffin smoking a blunt?’. And then I have to sit there like ‘No, Dr G’.
Davidson’s lesson of the day? “If you’re going to get tattoos, make sure you really want them, and you’re not on mushrooms.”
Hunter Schafer stuns with her short bob

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The Euphoria star sported her shortest cut yet—a sleek, shoulder-length bob. The gorgeous hairdo is thanks to the work of celeb hairstylist Rena Calhoun and colourist Matt Rez, using products by none other than Virtue Labs.
READ: Virtue Labs’ Melisse Shaban on beauty science, the spark of the industry and inclusivity in hair care
Iris Law’s mismatched negative space manicure is ideal for zillennial cuspers

Gen Z green and Millennial pink have never looked so good—for anyone feeling a little out of place when it comes to finding their place in the Gen Z/Millennial battle, Iris Law has the solution for you. This super cute negative space manicure is a great way to celebrate both generations in one!
Bella Hadid goes yellow for Marc Jacobs

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While the younger Hadid sister is most recognisable with her brunette locks, she has been known to switch it up every once in a while. Previously, we’ve seen her pepper vibrant oranges into her hair via Rogue streaks, we’ve seen her with a platinum pixie, and we’ve even seen her with a few edgy blue streaks too. Therefore, it comes as no shock that the supermodel has opted to get some lemon highlights put into her tresses.
We all got punk’d by Halle Berry’s haircut

In case you missed it, Halle Berry turned up to the 2021 Oscars with this polarising ‘do—while we were fans, many were not. Well, for any of you out there who were firmly on the “that’s terrible” train, we bear good news—Berry has not, in fact, committed to a short crop, and still has her luscious, long locks in tow.
The actress revealed her actual hair in an Instagram post captioned: “Oscar bob…just kidding”. So… that’s that.

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Just in time for your wishlist: ‘The BIG Life’ cookbook by Benjamin Yong
More than just a cookbook

15.12.2015
By Su Fen Tan

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Bringing the best selection of recipes from the kitchens of Ben’s, Plan B, Ben’s General Food Store, Bakar and Beast, The BIG Life is a labour of love by food enthusiast and CEO of The BIG Group, Benjamin Yong. More than just a collection of recipes, this cookbook is an ode to what the BIG Group stands for, taking you on a gastronomical journey with each dish—discover the group’s inspirations, imagination as well as some of Benjamin’s fondest food memories.

Recipes are inspired by Malaysian culture and cuisine, while taking cues from global food trends and influences. Accompanying the delectable collection of recipes are images taken by award-winning, Cornwall-based photographer David Griffen, telling the story of the dish from preparation, cooking, eating to reminiscing. It will most certainly make a wonderful addition to any culinary collection.

Priced at RM119, The BIG Life will be sold at all restaurants under The BIG Group, Ben’s Independent Grocer and their online store.

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7 Fendi bags that put the F in fun this Spring/Summer 2021

13.05.2021
By Joan Kong

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From the iconic Baguette to the classic Peekaboo to the new-favourite Sunshine Shopper, Fendi’s bags need no introduction. But for Spring/Summer 2021, the Italian Maison is elevating its well-loved arm candies to new heights through a collaboration with Sarah Coleman. For the uninitiated, Coleman is a New York-based visual artist who is known for repurposing logo fabrics and turning them into furniture, décor, and more.
Fendi first tapped Coleman to reinterpret its Miami Design District boutique in December last year. There, the creative reimagined the brand’s iconic FF logo pattern via a ‘70s psychedelic lens, which resulted in a mesmerising print dubbed the FF Vertigo. Fast forward to this season, the fashion house has extended its partnership with the artist by launching a Summer 2021 capsule that champions the eye-catching motif. Two words to describe the collection? Happiness, guaranteed.

Aside from the twisted-and-turned version of the FF logo, there’s also a slew of cheer-inducing designs that’ll spruce up the simplest of outfits. Think vivid sequins, pretty blooms, and the cutest lil’ sidekicks.
Below, all the deets on Fendi’s Summer 2021 capsule collection:
Fendi Baguette

You know what Carrie Bradshaw said: It’s not a bag, it’s a Baguette. Designed by Silvia Venturini Fendi, the bag made its debut during Autumn/Winter 1997 and has remained an icon ever since. The re-edition, called the Baguette 1997, features slimmer sides and an adjustable and flappable handle. Like its predecessor, it can be worn snugly under the arm.
Introduced in four colours and two designs, take your pick between the FF Fisheye motif in classic brown, yellow, or blue, or zhuzh it up with one that’s accented with floral embroidery.
Fendi Baguette Paillette

Alternatively, you can also opt for a Baguette that’s fully embellished with XL paillettes—it’s truly a work of art. Available in two sizes, the bags are perfect for those who are all for mummy-and-me fashion moments.
Fendi Peekaboo

The Peekaboo was only launched 12 years ago, but there’s no denying its It-status, not only within the brand but across the globe. The latest offerings include two sizes and two colours (in plain yellow or the FF Vertigo pattern); when it comes to the latter, the motif is printed onto the mineral tanned leather using an ink jet technology.
Fendi Peekaboo ISeeU

Following the launch of the Peekaboo, there’s the Peekaboo ISeeU. Unlike the version that was unveiled during Design Miami, this iteration may not glow in the dark, but the colours and print will still evoke joy. The stitching details on the plain bags add to their allure.
Fendi Sunshine Shopper

For lovers of roomy bags, the Sunshine Shopper now comes in a beach-ready design. Instead of leather, the tote is crafted from straw, and it features contrasting coloured details that give it that extra dose of fun. The leather version that’s emblazoned with the Fendi Roma logo comes in blue or brown.

A mini version of the Sunshine Shopper is also available, accented with natural straw material and tortoise-shell effect plexiglass handles that amp up the interest.
Fendi Moonlight

The Moonlight is the newcomer on the list. Debuted during SS21, the bag’s distinctive feature—aside from its saddle shape—is the tortoiseshell-effect plexiglass details on both sides, as well as the gold-finish metalware that seals it on an elegant note. It’s available in a wide range of colours, but the distinctive blue from this capsule line is definitely one of our favourites.
Bag charms

Fendi’s bag charms have always had a special place in our hearts, but just when we thought they couldn’t get any cuter, the collaboration surprised us with four mini accessories in the form of the Baguette and Peekaboo ISeeU silhouettes. The latter—in baby pink and brown braided strap—is at the top of our #need list.
Regardless of your style, the Fendi Summer 2021 capsule has bags that will tickle your fancy. Shop the collection in stores or online here.

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