Fashion
14 K-pop idols and groups who are now ambassadors for luxury brands in 2023
Dominating the fashion sphere

21.06.2023
By Buro Malaysia

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Month after month, the news of Korean stars being appointed as the faces of luxury brands keep popping up. Coming from this side of the world, it’s refreshing to see more fashion houses featuring Korean celebrities and Asian faces to front their campaigns—illustrating how influential the Hallyu wave is on a global scale. While we anticipate more similar news in the coming months, here are 14 K-pop idols and groups who have been announced as new brand ambassadors this year alone.

Taeyong of NCT

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Just months after making his first appearance at Loewe’s AW23 show in Paris, Taeyong has been tapped as the latest global brand ambassador for the Spanish fashion house. The NCT member has long been an admirer of the brand’s innovative style and fine craftsmanship, which frequently blends runway pieces with everyday staples while staying true to its fashion-forward attitude. “He has a special connection to the brand, having admired and worn Loewe for a long time, and we love his idiosyncratic style. With Taeyong’s many talents spanning songwriting, performing and visual creation, I’m really excited to see what this collaboration will bring,” says creative director Jonathan Anderson. Taeyong joins Taylor Russell, Tang Wei, Josh O’Connor, and the South Korean girl group NMIXX in representing the label.

Enhypen

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Following the release of their fourth mini album, Dark Blood, pop group Enhypen has been named the latest face of Prada. This partnership isn’t entirely new to fans of their music, as the seven members have been wearing pieces from the Italian label for quite some time, and they even attended the AW23 show in Milan earlier this year. In a press statement, the boy band stated, ”The synergy Prada and Enhyphen will create is something we’re very excited to witness and greatly looking forward to.” With their remarkable talent and unique sense of style, Enhypen is set to make an immense impact on the brand’s upcoming projects and worldwide events.

Jeno Lee of NCT Dream

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It’s a history-making move for Ferragamo as the brand appoints its first-ever global male House Ambassador: singer Jeno Lee of NCT Dream. As the group lead dancer and rapper, his calm, cool and collected persona makes him worthy of being an idol. While Lee may have first built ties with the label by attending its Milan runway show in February 2023, his affiliation with the fashion industry is not new, having opened and walked the runway for Peter Do’s Spring/Summer 2023 show last September. The star is also a regular at Fashion Weeks.
Of the appointment, Maximilian Davis, Ferragamo’s Creative Director, says: “Jeno Lee’s captivating personality and ability to connect with international young audiences through his music, style and persona is exceptional. We’re driven by the same passion in our creativity and feel fortunate to have him join Ferragamo.” The idol stars in the brand’s new Pre-Fall 2023 collection campaign, which explores and harmonises contrasts between storied glamour and everyday ease.

Haerin of NewJeans

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NewJeans continue to prove that they are a force to be reckoned with, as band member Haerin has just been appointed as the latest house ambassador for Dior. The 16-year-old singer will represent three divisions of the French house: fashion, beauty, and jewellery. ”This is an opportunity to celebrate the privileged ties binding more than ever the NewJeans singer and Dior. Between elegance and audacity, a unique friendship in the name of creativity,” says the brand in a statement. With this terrific announcement, all of the NewJeans members have now scored partnerships with various luxury brands, and Haerin will be promoting Dior alongside Anya Taylor-Joy, Astro’s Cha Eun-Woo, and Blackpink’s Jisoo.

Jung Kook of BTS

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It’s the headline so many saw coming. After months of speculation and much teasing by the label on Twitterverse, the youngest member of the South Korean chart-toppers is named as the latest face of Calvin Klein Jeans and Calvin Klein Underwear, following his bandmates’ footsteps in becoming global fashion brand ambassadors. The pop sensation makes his debut in a series of seductive photographs by Korea-based creative Park Jong Ha, wearing the brand’s Spring 2023 offerings such as the ‘90s Straight Denim and Body Jeans and Oversized Denim Jacket.
Of his appointment, he says, “I have been a fan of Calvin Klein for a long time, and I’m thrilled to be their newest global ambassador. This partnership is very special, as Calvin Klein’s heritage and brand values resonate with me. My music is how I communicate with my fans around the world, and I see this partnership as an opportunity to connect with them in a new way.” Shop his looks here.

J-Hope of BTS

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Ahead of his musical collaboration with American rapper J-Cole, J-Hope was recently appointed as the global ambassador for Louis Vuitton. “He is beloved by fans across the world for his upbeat energy, precise choreography and creative musical direction,” says the French fashion house. This is not the rapper’s first partnership with Louis Vuitton; in 2021, BTS was named brand ambassador, and at the 2022 Grammy Awards, J-Hope donned an all-white suit with matching sneakers.

Kim Se-Jeong

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With over nine million Instagram followers, Kim, who gained notoriety through Mnet’s Produce 101 show, is the perfect choice to encapsulate the spirit and authenticity of Longchamp. “Not only is she an exceptionally talented performer, but her joy and energy make her great to be around.” says creative director Sophie Delafontaine. The award-winning actress fronted the label’s SS23 campaign in bright hues and prints, as well as wearing the unmistakable Box-Trot bag in natural canvas and leather silhouette.

Jimin of BTS

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Despite the group’s semi-hiatus, Jimin was recently chosen as Tiffany & Co.’s new ambassador and his first campaign for the luxury jeweller will debut later this year. Prior to that, Jimin was also signed as Dior’s newest global ambassador—joining the likes of Blackpink’s Jisoo and Exo’s Sehun. While it’s not Jimin’s first time working with the French fashion house, it was a first for him to attend the Dior Men’s AW23 Collection during Paris Fashion Week alongside bandmate J-Hope.

Suga of BTS

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Suga’s appointment as Valentino’s new representative clearly shows that the lad’s reign of dominance is unstoppable. Creative director Pierpaolo Piccioli noted that the rapper perfectly matches the spirit of the brand—joining Hollywood star Zendaya, supermodel Naomi Campbell and seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton as DI.VA ambassadors. Suga recently starred in a new campaign for Maison Valentino Essentials, an initiative that seeks to reinvent the men’s wardrobe.

Taeyang of Bigbang

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Following his recent comeback with BTS’s Jimin, Taeyang has now been appointed as the global brand ambassador for Givenchy. The BigBang member is a music pioneer who pushes the envelope in expressing his style, which is in line with Givenchy’s aesthetic, says Creative Director Matthew Williams. In the past, Givenchy has worked with K-pop idols like the girl group Aespa, but Taeyang is the first Korean male artist to represent the French fashion house.

Jackson Wang

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Jackson Wang is no stranger to the high-end scene, having worked with brands like Cartier and Fendi. This month, the Hong Kong rapper was officially introduced as Louis Vuitton’s global ambassador, following his appearance at Maison’s menswear show in Paris. Wang, who used to be in the K-pop group GOT7, will be the face of Louis Vuitton alongside stars such as Ho-Yeon Jung and Deepika Padukone.

Hyein of NewJeans

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Although Hyein made her debut with the girl group NewJeans just last year, she is only going up—especially now that she has been named a Louis Vuitton ambassador. Although she’s 14 years old, it is easy to see how she can effortlessly stand out in Nicolas Ghesquière’s avant-garde collection, given her distinct charisma.

Danielle of NewJeans

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In early January, fellow NewJeans member Danielle was revealed to be the global ambassador for Burberry. As seen on Instagram, the Korean-Australian singer sports outfits from the British luxury fashion brand’s SS23 collection while holding the sophisticated Frances bag. The 17-year-old singer becomes the second Korean woman to represent Burberry, following renowned actress Jun Ji-Hyun.

Yujin of IVE

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The Fendi family expands as they welcome Yujin from IVE. The leader of the girl group is thrilled to join Lee Min-Ho, Song Hye-Kyo, and Zico as Korean ambassadors of the Italian luxury fashion house. Yujin made her Fendi campaign debut with the Peekaboo ISeeU and Baguette bags, as seen on her Instagram page.

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Art + Design
A James Bond museum just opened atop the Austrian Alps

12.07.2018
By Gwen Ong

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If you love the Bond series, you would have been amazed by some of the most amazing locations featured in the movies throughout the years. In the last Spectre film, the world’s most famous agent went from Mexico to Rome and also Austria, where one of the most spectacular action scenes took place at Sölden on the Austrian Alps. Now that same mountain is home to the 007 Elements installation, which gives you the story behind the production of the most expensive James Bond movie of all time in a unique setting.
007 Elements sits next to the Ice Q restaurant, which was featured prominently in the 2015’s Spectre. A look at the museum and you will see its dramatic aesthetic resembles a Bond villain’s lair. The building also embraces the franchise’s penchant for advanced tech and revolutionary design. It is built into the permafrost of the mountain and regulated at 1 degree Celsius.

The 007 Elements showcases a series of high-tech interactive galleries with names like ‘Barrel of the Gun’, ‘The Lair’ and ‘Tech Room’. These will bring unforgettable scenes from screen to life so you get to totally immerse yourself in the moment. While Spectre is the main focus of the exhibition, exhibits from each of the other 24 Bond films will also get its limelight. You won’t see posters, photos or scripts on show but you will find iconic props including the full size airplane from Spectre.

In case you’re wondering, Daniel Craig is set to reprise his role in the 25th film of the series. This will be his fifth Bond film and it will premiere in November 2019.

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Film, TV + Theatre
BURO TV Guide March: ‘Bridgerton Season 2’, ‘Pachinko’, ‘The Adam Project’ and more
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23.02.2022
By Genie Leong

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New month, new watchlist: March’s lineup of new releases will be sure to keep you entertained. From sea-faring adventures with pirates, to a journey through Imperial Japan through the eyes of a Korean immigrant family, to clandestine romance and gossip in Regency England—make sure to tune into these must-watch shows on your favourite streaming platforms.
1) Worst Roommate Ever

When and where: 1 March 2022 on Netflix
Watch if: You have your own nightmarish roommate experiences
Netflix and Blumhouse Television’s new crime docuseries tells the stories of seemingly harmless roommates turned into true nightmares—and we don’t just mean not doing the dishes. Across five episodes, the series unveils the tales of unsuspecting victims who went into new living arrangements expecting everything to go smoothly, only to encounter terrors living just down the hallway. From con artists to stone-cold murderers, these four accounts of terrifying roommates will have you on the edge of your seat… and wary of who you move in with next.
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2) The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure

When and where: 2 March 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Kang Ha-neul, Han Hyo-joo, Lee Kwang-soo
Watch if: You’re down for some swash-buckling action
If you’ve watched the 2014 film The Pirates, then you’ll definitely want to see its spiritual sequel. And if you’ve not, The Pirates: The Last Royal Treasure promises a thrilling adventure nonetheless. Set in the Joseon Dynasty, a band of fierce pirates set out to brave the deep, dark seas in search of a priceless sunken treasure that belongs to the royal family. However, the unpredictable forces of mother nature and obstacles in the form of other bandits and sword-wielding foes prove a difficult task to overcome, and the pirates must persevere in solving the mystery of the hidden treasure if they are to sail to victory.
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3) The Adam Project

When and where: 11 March 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Ryan Reynolds, Jennifer Garner, Walker Scobell
Watch if: You wish you could time travel to meet your younger self
Young Adam Reed (Walker Scobell) is a kid struggling to navigate life in the wake of his father’s death. He gets into fights regularly at school, worrying his mother, Ellie (Jennifer Garner). However, life still seems as mundane as it gets until Adam investigates an unusual crash landing in his town and stumbles across the pilot, who he quickly figures out is Adam himself from the future. This older version (Ryan Reynolds) is a time-travelling pilot, hailing from a nearly unfathomable future where technology and science exceed all modern expectations. Using this bizarre time-travelling ability, the older Adam teams up with his younger self and his late father to face his past and save the future.
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4) The Last Days of Ptolemy Grey

When and where: 11 March 2022 on Apple TV+
Who’s in it: Samuel L. Jackson, Dominique Fishback, Cynthia Kaye McWilliams
Watch if: You’ve experienced the pain of not being able to remember something
Based on the novel of the same name by Walter Mosley, Samuel L.Jackson stars in this drama series as Ptolemy Grey, a dementia-stricken older man who’s been sidelined and neglected by his loved ones. Things seem to be headed even further downhill when an ailing Grey is left without his caretaker and his condition appears to be deteriorating rapidly, until he is assigned to the care of the orphaned teen, Robyn (Dominique Fishback). When they discover a brilliant memory-restoring treatment, there is hope that Grey will be able to take back control of his life as the one-time cure promises to restore all Grey has ever known. But with truth comes new mysteries—a healed Grey must now go on a journey to explore riddles from his past, and what they mean for his present and future.
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5) Eternally Confused and Eager for Love

When and where: 18 March 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Jim Sarbh, Suchitra Pillai, Vihaan Samat
Watch if: *You’re* eternally confused and eager for love
Most, if not all of us, have experienced a time where it was awkward and uncomfortable to put ourselves out there in the dating world, and the gawky 24-year-old Ray is no exception to that. Despite his attempts to present himself confidently to his love interests, the voice of an imaginary wizard gets in the way of his pursuits and more often than not, he’s met with another disappointment. It gets to a point where Ray’s friends and family are desperate for him to find love and settle down, all giving their two cents on how he can do better to spark romance. With an overload of tips and information, Ray goes on a journey to figure out what works for him and to finally find the girl of his dreams in this light-hearted rom-com series.
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6) Pachinko

When and where: 25 March 2022 on Apple TV+
Who’s in it: Lee Minho, Youn Yuh-jung, Anna Sawai
Watch if: The novel of the same name is one of your favourite reads of all time
Told through three different languages (Korean, English, and Japanese), this highly anticipated series follows Sunja (Kim Min Ha, Jeon Yu Na, and Youn Yuh-jung) through her lifetime, starting as a young teen living in a Japanese occupied Korea who falls in love with a mysterious and powerful man, Koh Hansu (Lee Minho). Upon learning that she is pregnant and Hansu is actually married, she accepts the offer to leave Korea for Imperial Japan by marrying a gentle minister. In a land and era that’s hostile to Korean immigrants, Sunja and her new family must learn how to overcome hardships and survive in a time of war and hatred. As Sunja’s deepest secret from her teenage years seeps into the lives of her children, the truth may just prove too big to remain concealed as the years go by. To be honest, we’d watch this just for the star-studded cast!
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7) Bridgerton Season 2

When and where: 25 March 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Jonathan Bailey, Simone Ashley, Nicola Coughlan
Watch if: You’ve (not so patiently) awaited updates to Lady Whistledown’s next gossip on the ton
Welcome back to The Ton, where after a hectic first season of romance, secrets and gossip, all eyes are now on Lord Anthony Bridgerton to find the perfect Lady to settle down with. However, that mission is easier said than done, as Anthony’s attempts to find a dazzling debutante that meets all his standards seems an impossible task. Luckily for him, there may be luck (and love) on the cards, when India-hailing sisters Kate and Edwina Sharma arrive for the season. Anthony begins courting Edwina, but as her sister Kate catches on to the Lord’s not-so-righteous intentions, she does all she can to prevent the match. As Anthony and Kate bicker, the two are slowly drawn closer to one another, but what looks to be a season of unexpected love is bound to be shaken when Lady Whistledown returns to stir a little trouble.
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This bag trend isn’t going anywhere yet, proven from the SS18 runways
Go in circles

17.10.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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The round bag has been getting a lot of lovin’ this past season, solidifying its status as summer’s It accessory to tote. But let’s be real: These circular bags have got serious cute factor, especially when they go so well with flirty frocks and breezy sundresses. Versatile at best, a cylindrical-shaped bag can be pulled off for all occasions—switch it up from a crossbody straw bag to a glittery minaudière depending on where you go.

The recent Spring/Summer 2018 runways were a harbinger that this bag silhouette is not going anywhere just yet. Louis Vuitton had a slew of hat-box lookalikes in its signature Epi leather and exotic materials, 3.1 Phillip Lim reinvented bowling bags, and Salvatore Ferragamo hooked on coin-purse sized bags on a waist belt for easy access. For the evening, Delpozo and Chanel gave us a handful of surprises, quite literally, in the form of minaudières—the former with embellishments and the latter a perspex version with its signature chain link strap. Below, check out all our favourite spherical bags from Spring/Summer 2018:
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Music
Prep: The band that deserves a spot on your feel good playlist
Chill vibes

24.02.2018
By Su Fen Tan

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Only one EP and a brand new single (just released last week!) in, and Prep has got us hooked with their magical brand of electro pop. Their distinctively crisp and funk-infused sound is perhaps largely thanks to a unique make-up—the four-piece British band is comprised of a hip-hop producer, a classical composer, a house DJ, and a singer-songwriter.

Since releasing their first EP Futures back in 2016, Prep has since played a number of gigs internationally, including one in Johor Bahru last year. For fans who were patiently waiting for new work—the wait is almost over. The band is set to release their second EP Cold Fire in April this year. But before that, they dropped their brand new single titled ‘Don’t Bring Me Down’, an upbeat, groovy track to fuel your soul with feel good vibes. Listen to Prep on Spotify here:

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Food + Drink
Review: Chef Mandy Goh’s contemporary menu brings a paradigm shift to Atas KL
A feat and a feast

02.12.2022
By Marissa Chin

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It’s always an exciting time for a restaurant when a new chef arrives in the kitchen. For Atas, it is no different, with the appointment of Mandy Goh as the new Executive Chef at The RuMa Hotel and Residences. Hailing from the island of Penang, Chef Goh is an award-winning chef who won the all-female Malaysia National team for prestigious Bocuse D’or Asia at only 21 years of age. Her prior roles include Executive Chef of Shanghai’s Fifty 8° Grill Restaurant and The St. Regis Langkawi.

Bringing her wealth of knowledge and expertise in Asian and European flavours to the heart of KL, there is a special kind of thrum of excitement in the air from both Atas’ cookery and patrons alike, who eagerly await Chef Goh’s innovative and progressive culinary creations. As such, I was incredibly thrilled and intrigued to try out her new specially curated Contemporary Set Menu that reflects her cuisine philosophy of freshness and sustainability. Having tasted all eight courses from the menu, here are my thoughts.

Bites
Kickstarting the menu was an amuse bouche duo of salmon and sardine. As mentioned before, Chef Goh is all about utilising the freshest and finest ingredients responsibly sourced from around the globe and local farms. So, it was only fair that I was given these dainty seafood bites as a sign of the freshness to come. The first canape I tried was the salmon, encased in an intricate honeygrid taco with toppings of mushroom, koshihikari rice, tamarillo jam, and blood orange jelly, which was all about texture. Each bite had a nice crunch, from the crack of the taco to the pops of the koshihikari rice.

I then moved on to the buckwheat blini which had a meticulous stack of aged sardine, celery and apple salad, roti cracker and truffle vinaigrette. Whilst I personally love sardine, I did find that the overall mouthfeel was a tad dry and it was lacking enough acidity to cut through the strong flavour of the sardine.
There was also a generous serving of warm cranberry and walnut bread that came with marmalade and dark rum butter. This was a crowd favourite—and better yet, it can be refilled throughout the course. If it weren’t for the next 10 dishes, I would have eaten more of the carby goodness. However, the salmon was the clear standout for me with its balance of flavours. Safe to say, my palette was sufficiently awakened for the oncoming dishes.

Mains

The first main course was quite simply a stunner of a dish when it hit the table. There are a total of nine elements on the plate which are abalone, chanterelle mushrooms, chestnut, sake jelly, hazelnuts, plum, pandan and yuzu, quinoa and butternut squash. Each ingredient was painstakingly measured and arranged on the plate, which reminded me of an abstract painting. As I ate the dish, Chef Goh’s unique combination of flavours was apparent again. One would never have thought to pair pandan and yuzu together with abalone, but the former worked to bring out the natural sweetness of the seafood. The dish had an autumnal flavour profile to it with the chestnuts and plums, but the Japanese influence also came through strongly with the preparation of the abalone and the sake broth jelly. With that being said, I found the overall dish a tad disorganised as there were too many different flavours going on. However, I appreciated the care and respect paid to each ingredient.

Moving on, I was served the coral lobster with Madagascar vanilla, which was one of my personal highlights. The lobster was served carpaccio-style and delicately placed in a pool of lobster-head sabayon with egg yolk and sherry vinegar, wedges of heirloom beetroot and stalks of leek. I especially enjoyed the preparation of the lobster which was served cold and sliced slightly thicker, offering a good bite. Further, the vegetable accompaniments with the sherry vinegar lifted the entire dish beautifully.

The next dish continued the seafood affair with a steak of Japanese tuna tataki, served with pommery mustard sorbet, shishito pepper, and fernleaf dill oil, in a pool of pumpkin jus. Firstly, I found the mustard sorbet substitute to the usual wasabi an intelligent choice by Chef Goh as it packed the same peppery punch. When you need some relief, the chamomile and pumpkin jus are there to cool your taste buds. The only thing I would nitpick (and it really is me nitpicking here) is the portion of the mustard sorbet, which I felt was disproportionate to the tuna and thus, took away from the delicateness of the fish. If the sorbet was served in a smaller quenelle, I would have enjoyed the tuna far better.

For my next dish, the course goes from the wonders of the ocean to creatures of the land. I was served a black feet poulet (French for chicken) with Modena-aged vinegar, homemade gyoza, black garlic, beetroot puree, fava beans, and green tatsoi. Rather than the breast fillet, I was more impressed with the homemade gyoza that was stuffed with chicken tendon stripped from the breast, which amplified the meaty flavour. This was personally the most straightforward dish on the menu, but don’t let that take away from its taste.

There was a lot of murmuring around the table discussing the black feet poulet and how it would be served. In the second service of the dish, Chef Goh laid all the questions to rest by serving a whole chicken foot on a plate. The confit of leg was served with a dusting of thyme and shallot furikake and purple cabbage, which were excellent pairings. There were bold flavours to be appreciated—if you can excuse the literal chicken foot presented.
As a quick intermission during the course, I was given a beautiful medley of tomatoes to refresh my palette. Sakura tomatoes of varying ripeness, served with sea grapes, smoked kelp, and umeboshi watermelon granita were the perfect mouthfuls to reinvigorate my senses for the final few dishes.

For the last main course of the night, we ended with a dish of A5 Omi steak, accompanied by aubergine caviar, scallion pesto, buckwheat koji butter, rhubarb-infused white tea and red sorrel. If Chef Goh’s dishes up until now were light and zesty, this dish can only be described as indulgent and decadent—but exercised with the same level of restraint. The chuck ribeye was exceptionally soft in a literal melt-in-your-mouth kind of way. Paired with the scallion pesto, it was an absolute standout of a dish that packed a lot of flavour. I also enjoyed the steak with the aubergine caviar which was full-bodied, with the crunchy rhubarb cutting through the natural fattiness of the steak with its sharp acidity.

The second service of this dish utilised the remaining meat to make a delicious tartare filling. The cannelloni shell is made out of potato and deep-fried to perfection. Topped with a single mandarin wedge that was served in its most natural form, the mouthful was the right way to end the string of main courses.

Dessert

To finish things off on a sweet note, I was served an asparagus semifreddo, accompanied by truffle ice cream, strawberry, almond cream, lemon thyme and sea salt. Whilst I enjoyed the flavours and textures of the semifreddo, I found the stalk of asparagus quite out of place. In contrast, the strawberry was a great accompaniment thanks to the fact that it was dipped in mirin and lychee jus, which gave it an extra dimension.
The final dessert came in the form of a sable of rose and sweet potato. The biscuit was delicious and chewy, however, I didn’t particularly enjoy the rose petals in it which ended up sticking to my teeth.

All in all, the Contemporary Set Menu by Chef Goh was truly a feat and a feast. The talented chef prefaced the evening by stating that this was her first dinner served to the public and she was noticeably nervous. However, I think Chef Goh did a fantastic job bringing her European contemporary expertise and Asian influences onto the plates. I particularly enjoyed the second service of the dishes, which reflects Chef Goh’s culinary philosophy of respecting the produce and reducing any unnecessary wastage. If you’re looking to take your taste buds on a gastronomic adventure through the ocean and land, make a trip to Atas KL where unique flavour combinations await.
The Contemporary Set Menu is priced at RM650 per person. There is also the Cultural Heritage Set Menu, priced at RM450 per person, as well as an a la carte menu available.

Atas KL
Address: 7, Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 12pm to 2:30pm for lunch, 6pm to 10pm for dinner (Tuesdays to Sundays), Closed on Mondays
Phone number: 03 2778 0888
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#WednesdayWishlist: Honeymoon destinations
Sweet paradise

22.05.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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While admittedly I’m torn between island hopping in the Caribbean and road tripping down the Pacific Coast Highway in California or even just staying put at the Amangiri (which Su Fen has opted for), there’s something alluring about India that makes it to the top of my wishlist. Perhaps influenced in part by The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel which was filmed in Rajasthan, the incredibly romantic Taj Lake Palace would be my choice to kickstart the perfect honeymoon. To get to the opulent marble palace with its multiple turrets and domes, you’d need to hop on a boat to cross the placid Lake Pichola—sounds like something out of a Bond movie? You’re right—the hotel was featured in Octopussy.

Loh Wei Yeen, Fashion & Beauty Writer: Exploring Iceland’s Westfjords

While soaking up the sun rays and lounging by the beach are the usual go-to activities for honeymooners, I’m more enamoured with exploring the unknown, vast wilderness that is Iceland’s Westfjords with my better half. Its largely uninhabited peninsula is breathtakingly beautiful, and also is home to exquisite fauna such as the Arctic fox (gasp!). My week-long (ideally) activities will include checking out Dynjandi, Iceland’s largest waterfalls with a cumulative height of 100meters, Rauðasandur beach if it’s warm enough to swim, and even hiking up to the mother of all sea-bird cliffs, Látrabjarg to spot puffins, razorbills and all sorts of bird species here.

Rachel Au, Lifestyle Writer: Czech Republic

Usually, I would say Japan but that’s exactly it—I keep saying it that really, for a honeymoon destination, it’s no longer special enough. While some may prefer lazing it out, I think I’d rather spend my honeymoon exploring a new city and trying out new food; and Czech Republic with its galore of history, architecture and culture offers enough to pique my interest. In Prague, the capital and largest city, St. Nicholas’ Church and Charles Bridge are two of the must visit-spots with its impressive baroque style for the former and the line of amazing old statues on the bridge. Then, there’s Cesky Krumlov, a city further out from the capital that houses still Renaissance-era buildings and resembles a magical town out of a storybook. Czech Republic is also know for its array of ornate castles, some with a gorgeous backdrop of the hills, street markets, beautiful mouth-blown and decorated art glass and crystal. The list can go on but that will have to wait until I’m there.

Tan Su Fen, Editorial Assistant: Amangiri, Canyon Point, Utah

I’ve got to admit, I’ve been dreaming of Amangiri ever since I came across it while doing the research for another story last year. A week-long stay at the remote hideaway nestled within the glorious canyons of the American Southwest will be hard to beat. Can you imagine waking up to the breathtaking view of serene mesas and desert everyday? For my ideal honeymoon: days in will be spent relaxing at the spa and doing sun salutations at the yoga pavilion—stunning views included, of course—and when adventure calls, it is a mere half an hour drive to Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon, and a couple of hours away from Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park and Monument Valley. With so many wonders of nature to explore, I think we just might have to pen down a few more trips back here.

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#SaladSundays: Healthy yet delish recipes
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08.01.2016
By Su Fen Tan

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In a blink of an eye, we’re already one third through January! Have you been keeping to those New Year resolutions? Whether you’re aiming for that hot summer bod or striving for a healthier lifestyle, here is a list of delicious salad recipes that will be the perfect complement to a wholesome meal:

Roll with the trend: Kale and Quinoa Salad with Dates, Almonds and Citrus Dressing

Ingredients (serves 6):
1 tablespoon olive oil  1 large onion, diced Salt 1/2 cup red quinoa 1 small clove garlic, smashed 1 bunch lacinato kale (around 450g, with stems)  1/2 heaping cup whole dates 1/2 cup roasted salted whole almonds
For the dressing:  1 clementine or mandarin orange, juiced 1/2 lime, juiced 2 teaspoons maple syrup 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Method:
1. Heat the olive oil in a wide sauté pan over medium heat. Add the onion and sprinkle lightly with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion has darkened to toasty brown and smells caramelised (about 20 minutes). Remove from the heat and set aside.
2. Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer. Add it and the garlic to a 2-quart saucepan set over medium-high heat and sauté for about a minute, both to dry the grain and toast it lightly. Add 1 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt and bring to a boil. Cover and turn the heat to low; cook for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat but leave the lid on for an additional 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, remove the lid and fluff with a fork.
3. Slice off the muddy bottoms of the kale stems, then slice the rest of the bunch into fine ribbons. Wash thoroughly and spread on a towel to dry.
4. Pit the dates and slice them into quarters. Roughly chop the almonds (into 2-3 pieces)
5. Make the dressing: Whisk the juices together (about 1/4 cup in total). Whisk in the maple syrup and olive oil. The dressing will be emulsified but still thin. Stir about 2 tablespoons of the dressing into the quinoa after it finishes cooking.
6. Assemble the salad: Toss the kale with all of the still-warm quinoa and the caramelised onions. Toss with about half the dressing and taste. Add the remaining dressing if desired, then toss with the dates and almonds. Taste a bite; add more salt if needed, as well as fresh pepper if desired.

Classic: BLT Breakfast Salad with Soft Boiled Egg and Avocado

Ingredients (serves 2 generous portions):
1 bag of cruciferous greens blend (can be substituted with a head or two of kale chopped into ribbons)1/4 red onion, diced1 large tomato, seeded and diced1/3 cup roasted sunflower seeds6 pieces of bacon, cooked and chopped1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced2 eggs, soft boiledSalt and pepper to taste
For the dressing:1/4 cup olive oil3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar1 tablespoon dijon mustardJuice of 1 lemon

Method:
1. In a large bowl combine your cruciferous greens blend, onion, tomato, sunflower seeds and chopped up crispy bacon in a large bowl.
2. Place all of your salad dressing ingredients together in a mason jar. Put the lid on the jar and shake until the dressing has completely come together. Pour the dressing over your salad and work it into the leaves. Use your hands if necessary. Set the salad aside.
3. Soft boil your eggs. Six minutes in boiling water is recommended for the perfect soft-boiled egg. Once the eggs are done, peel them, slice them open and serve them on top of your salad with some avocado slices.

Refreshing summer mix: Quinoa Fruit Salad

Ingredients (serves 6):
1 cup of quinoa2 cups of waterA pinch of salt1 1/2 cups blueberries1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries1 1/2 cups chopped mangoChopped mint (optional: for garnishing)
For the dressing:
Juice of 1 large lime3 tablespoons honey2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint

Method:
1. Using a strainer, rinse the quinoa under cold water. Add quinoa, water and salt to a medim saucepan and bring to boil over medium heat. Boild for 5 minutes then turn heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Leave quinoa to cool.
2. Make the dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk the lime juice, honey and mint together until combined.
3. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, blueberries, strawberries and mango. Pour honey lime dressing over the fruit salad and mix well. Garnish with additional mint, if desired. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Superfruit invasion: Dragon Fruit Waldorf Salad

Ingredients (serves 4):
1 large, ripe dragon fruit1/3 cup Greek yogurt2 tablespoons mayonnaiseJuice of 1/2 lemon1 teaspoon honey1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger1/2 teaspoon kosher salt1 small Granny Smith apple, cored and into 1/2-inch pieces1/2 cup red seedless grapes, halved1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped1/3 cup cashews, roughly chopped4 leaves Bibb or iceberg lettuce

Method:
1. Quarter the dragon fruit lengthwise. Work your finger under the skin, pull back and peel it away in one piece. Cut each quarter into 1/4-inch-thick triangles.
2. Whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, honey, ginger and salt in a large bowl. Add the apples, grapes, 3/4 of the dragon fruit pieces and 3/4 of both the cilantro and the cashews. Toss to combine, and refrigerate until chilled.
3. Put a lettuce leaf in each of 4 small bowls, and top with a scoop of salad. Garnish with the remaining dragon fruit, cilantro and cashews.

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All the details about Meghan Markle’s Oprah interview outfit

09.03.2021
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Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard and read about, or watched Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey. From concerns within the royal family over their son Archie’s skin colour to the fight with Kate Middleton which left Meghan in tears, the episode, which aired yesterday, was filled with many bombshell revelations. But that aside, the ex-royal’s fashion choice for the tell-all has also been making waves for a few reasons.
It’s been long believed that the royal family often wore outfits with hidden meanings behind them, and in this sit-down with Oprah, the internet, too, thinks that Meghan is sending a few subtle messages to the world. The Duchess of Sussex wore a black Giorgio Armani silk wrap dress that costs US$4,700 (approx. RM19,305), and it features a V-neck and white lotus flowers on one side.

In many different cultures and religions (such as Hinduism and Buddhism), the bloom symbolises “purity, enlightenment, self-regeneration, and rebirth”. Meghan’s fashion choice may be a reflection of the new chapter they’re embarking on as she described her time as a royal “almost unsurvivable”. The couple stepped back as senior royals last year, and they confirmed that they will not be returning as working members of the royal family back in January.

Aside from her dress, Meghan also donned an equally symbolic piece of jewellery during the interview. Adorning her wrist was the Cartier diamond tennis bracelet that belonged to the late Princess Diana “so Diana could be with them”, according to People.

That’s not it. The Duchess of Sussex’s ensemble also drew comparisons to another controversial royal—Wallis Simpson. In one of her portraits before she became Duchess of Windsor, she can be seen sporting a similar V-neck black dress with floral prints emblazoned all over. In 1936, Prince Harry’s great uncle King Edward VIII abdicated the throne to marry the American socialite and divorcée, and a few Twitter users have noted the similarities between both royal couples’ lives.
Although Meghan’s Armani dress is sold out, if you’d like to emulate her style, below, we highlight some of the royal’s favourite accessories, from her Aquazzura heels (also worn during the Oprah interview) to her Gabriela Hearst handbags.
Shop:

Purist pointed-toe pump, US$600 (approx. RM2,477), Aquazzura

Sammy hat, RM1,205, Janessa Leoné

East/West mini bag, US$595 (RM2,525), Strathberry

V-10 leather sneaker, £115 (approx. RM656), Veja

Interstellar ring, US$64 (approx. RM264), Missoma

3 turquoise mini bezel dangle necklace, RM3,411.53, Jennifer Meyer

Nina bag, Gabriela Hearst

Deneuve bow-tie pump, US$585 (approx. RM2,414), Aquazzura

Threadbare ring, US$44 (approx. RM181.50), Catbird

Bandwagon sunglasses, RM252.90, Le Specs

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UPDATED: Here are the SOPs for interstate and international travel in Malaysia

03.12.2021
By Natalie Khoo

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[Note: This article was originally published on 10 October 2021 and has been updated with the latest SOPs for international travel on 3 December 2021]
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has announced that interstate travel will be allowed starting October 11 as 90 per cent of Malaysian adults have been fully vaccinated. Only fully vaccinated travellers will be able to enjoy the movement relaxation for non-work purposes, without needing to apply for permission from the police.
An exception applies to EMCO (enhanced movement control order) areas, which will remain closed off to travellers. Although it is not mandatory, travellers are encouraged to take a Covid-19 self-test before travelling across local borders.
Travellers bound for Sarawak are required to apply permission for entry via the EnterSarawak website, providing their Covid-19 vaccination certificate as proof of a full vaccination, as well as a negative RT-PCR test or antigen test from health clinics or laboratories within three days prior to travel. Meanwhile, Sabah will announce its decision on whether it will reopen its borders on October 13.
In addition, those who are fully vaccinated will also be allowed to travel abroad without going through the MyTravelPass scheme, which was previously limited to those who needed to make “essential” trips for work or studies. However, a mandatory 14-day quarantine remains in force for anyone entering Malaysia, which can be done at home for Malaysians. Travellers will also be required to take a swab test three days before their trip, and another test upon arriving in Malaysia.

Mulai esok, rakyat Malaysia yang ingin ke luar negara tidak perlu lagi memohon MyTravelPass. Walaubagaimanapun, pengembara masih perlu menjalani kuarantin wajib sebaik pulang ke tanah air.#KeluargaMalaysia#BekerjaBersamaRakyat#ReopeningSafely pic.twitter.com/dnyDQ8O44h
— Ismail Sabri (@IsmailSabri60) October 10, 2021

“The new ruling will take effect tomorrow and I would like to thank my Malaysian Family for making the National Covid-19 Immunisation Programme (PICK) a success,” the Prime Minister said in a live telecast today (October 10).
He added that the decision is an important step to revive the domestic tourism sector, as well as to allow Malaysians to reunite with their families in their hometowns. This follows the success of the Langkawi travel bubble plan—a pilot project to reopen domestic travel launched on September 16.

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Here are the SOPs for interstate travel at a glance:

Only fully-vaccinated individuals are allowed across borders without police permission
Travelling to/out of EMCO areas will not be allowed
Non-Sarawakians bound for Sarawak are required to apply permission for entry via the EnterSarawak website, providing proof of a full vaccination and a negative Covid-19 test within three days before departure
A Covid-19 self-test is not mandatory, but encouraged

Here are the SOPs for international travel at a glance:

Travelling overseas:

Malaysians are not allowed to travel to high-risk countries such as South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique and Malawi
Fully vaccinated travellers are allowed to travel abroad without presenting the MyTravelPass approval
Children or dependents aged 17 years old and below must be accompanied by a fully vaccinated parent or legal guardian

Travellers are advised to check the travel requirements of the destination country, as well as the airlines company for any additional requirements

Travelling/returning to Malaysia (from high-risk countries):

All foreigners (including international students and foreign workers) from or with a travel history within 14 days to high-risk countries namely South Africa, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi are not allowed to enter Malaysia
Malaysians and foreigners who are active/valid Malaysian Long Term Pass holders (Spouse Visa, MM2H, Resident Pass) will be allowed entry, but must undergo mandatory quarantine for 14 days at the designated quarantine station and perform a Covid-19 RT-PCR test 72 hours prior to arrival and on the 10th day during the mandatory quarantine period

Travelling/returning to Malaysia (all other countries):

Travellers must produce a negative (RT-PCR) test taken within three days prior to arrival (remit payments for Covid-19 screening test and quarantine cost at safetravel.myeg.com.my)
Travellers must perform a mandatory 7-day quarantine, which can be done at home for Malaysians and foreigners who have a residence in Malaysia (including permanent residents and MM2H visa holders). Those eligible for home quarantine are required to apply for approval seven days before departure through the Ministry of Health Malaysia official website
Travellers are also required to download the MySejahtera app from Apple App Store or Google Play Store when travelling to and within Malaysia for health screening and contact tracing purposes
All international arrival passengers with onward connection to Sabah, Sarawak, Labuan, Penang and Langkawi and have obtained “Home Quarantine” approval can continue their journey, but are required to wear quarantine wristband/surveillance bracelets upon arrival at the destination’s airport and undergo a 7-day quarantine period
All international arrival passengers with onward connection to Alor Setar, Kota Bahru, Terengganu, Kuantan, and Johor will be given and are required to wear the wristband at KLIA before they continue flying to the domestic airports.

Travelling/returning via a vaccinated travel lane (VTL): Please refer to our complete guide here
As a safety precaution, Health Minister Khairy Jamaluddin has also advised Malaysians to observe SOPs, wear face masks wherever necessary, and practice TRISS (Test, Report, Isolate, Inform, Seek).

As we allow interstate travel to resume today, please remember this image. We are climbing down from the peak of disaster & despair. Let’s make sure there are no more peaks. Mask up, observe SOPs, practice TRIIS. #ReopeningSafely pic.twitter.com/88FIRDpZY8
— Khairy Jamaluddin (@Khairykj) October 11, 2021

For reference, according to the National Security Council, you are considered “fully vaccinated”:

14 days after your second dose of the Pfizer/AstraZeneca/Sinovac/Moderna/Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine

OR

28 days after a single-dose vaccine (Johnson & Johnson/Cansino)

More updates to come as soon as they are available. What do you think of this development and where will you head first?
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Casio Malaysia launches new detachable outdoor camera
No boundaries

11.03.2016
By Rachel Au

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Detachable cameras aren’t exactly new if you consider those detachable DSLR-quality lens for smartphones but as a whole, Casio’s new EXILIM EX-FR100 retains the feature but with added and upgraded applications. A follow-up to its highly successful predecessor EXILIM EX-FR10 and designed for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits and hands-free photo-taking and video recording, the EX-FR100 camera is user-friendly while delivering high performance.

The design
Featuring a sleek, portable silhouette with a rugged design, the EX-FR100 isn’t just easy on the eyes per se as the camera body is also shock, water and dust resistant. As it’s equipped with a new 16mm ultra wide-angle 12.7-megapixel lens, taking selfies and large group photos, as well as landscape photography will be easier than before.

Intelligent Interval feature
Generally, it’s hard to snap a good photo of fast-paced outdoor activities but one of EX-FR100’s key highlights solves this unstable issue. Thanks to the EXILIM high-speed HS3 engine, sensing technology, and image analysis, the Intelligent Interval feature automatically selects and saves (clear, crisp and sharp) photos taken during high-speed continuous shooting. The others that are too blurred and/or slanted will be saved for users to sift through later.

Convenient and user-friendly functions
Not everyone wants to go through the whole video editing process to create a fun travel video from all the pictures and clips taken during the trip. The EX-FR100 can easily do that within the camera. In addition, users can save themselves the hassle of needing to transfer a photo or video from camera to phone via a laptop and USB cable with the wireless data transfer option.

The new Casio EXILIM EX-FR100 is available in yellow, white and black at a recommended retail price of RM2,149 with 18 months warranty upon warranty registration. For more information, visit the Casio EXILIM Malaysia website.

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Miroslava Duma is selling her stake in Buro 24/7
Thank you, Mira

22.03.2018
By Buro247

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Co-founded by Miroslava Duma in 2011, Buro 24/7 has, over the past 7 years, transformed into a global digital-media network, spanning 11 markets across four different continents, that connects the worlds of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle to engaged local audiences.
Having secured the continuing growth of the company, Buro 24/7 and its co-founder Miroslava Duma have over the past year, been engaged in a gradual process of separation, as part of Miroslava Duma’s broader plan to focus her energies independently of Buro 24/7 towards other projects, notably the expansion of FTL, Future Tech Lab.

I am announcing today that I am to sell my stake and make an official exit from Buro24/7, a digital media brand that I co-founded in 2011, which has now grown to 11 successful international editions and nearly 130 employees globally. Having stepped away from Buro24/7 operational activity over a year ago, this final stage with the sale of my stake was a strategic plan and now feels like a natural step forward. I am confident that I leave the company in the most capable hands of my partners and the global Buro247 team. This exit will allow me to focus on the development of Future Tech Lab, and other yet unannounced personal projects, as well as making more time to spend with my young family. Buro24/7 has been an amazing journey, and I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together. I wish the Buro24/7 team every success.
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These arrangements have now been completed and with mutual consent Miroslava Duma is selling her stake, exclusively focusing on the development of Future Tech Lab and other yet unannounced personal projects, and is no longer associated with Buro 24/7 in any official capacity.
We wish Miroslava Duma success in her future projects and thank her for the commitment and energy she brought to Buro 24/7.

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Buro 24/7 Malaysia Digital Awards 2016: Vote for your favourite influencer
You decide

23.05.2016
By Rachel Au

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Between creating our very own Buro 24/7 Softsrve and the #BuroLovesGiving Charity Market, sending out the #BuroLovesGiving gift boxes and delivering buckets of #BuroLovesMoet, organising a Buro 24/7 Malaysia x SK-II Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur and a Buro 24/7 Malaysia x Benefit Brow Party, we’ve had all cylinders firing since our launch party. And come July, we’ll be turning ONE (#BuroTurnsOne) and to celebrate, we’re launching the first ever Buro 24/7 Malaysia Digital Awards.

What is the Buro 24/7 Malaysia Digital Awards?
Well, it’s our way of acknowledging those who have made a significant contribution to the Malaysian digital sphere over the last year. And for our first Buro 24/7 Malaysia Digital Awards—which will coincide with our Buro 24/7 Malaysia Anniversary Party to be held at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur on 1 July 2016—we will be handing out awards in four categories:

A. Best Malaysian female digital influencer
B. Best Malaysian male digital influencer
C. Best Malaysian digital start-up or project
D. Best Malaysian upcoming digital influencer (under 25)

How are the winners decided?
This is where you guys come in. Winners for each category will be decided through a combination of online voting (60%) plus offline votes cast by a panel of judges (40%) that includes the Buro 24/7 Malaysia editorial team, Buro 24/7 publishers and Mira herself.

What criteria is used to evaluate the nominees?
The nominees for each category (see below) were decided by the panel of judges who took into account the following quantitative and qualitative aspects of ‘influence’.

For Best Malaysian female digital influencer, Best Malaysian male digital influencer, and Best Malaysian upcoming digital influencer (under 25):
(a) Number of followers;
(b) Engagement of followers (ratio of average ‘likes’ to total followers);
(c) Professionalism (which includes accountability, integrity, reliability, work ethic and communication);
(d) Quality of content (which includes originality, creativity and aesthetic appeal); and
(e) Presence (which includes industry credibility, personality, passion, affability, and gravitas).

For the Best Malaysian digital start-up or project award, nominees must be:
(a) Malaysia-based;
(b) Predominantly digital in its operations; and
(c) Launched within the last three years (that is, not earlier than 2013),

as well as,

(d) Demonstrate innovation in their field;
(e) Achieved something significant in the last year; and
(f) Be relevant to the Buro 24/7 reader (that is, independent trendsetters with a global outlook for what’s new and what’s next).

And it will be these same criteria that we ask you, dear reader and voter, to consider when casting your vote.

How do I vote for my favourite influencer or digital start-up?
It’s super easy. All you have to do is:

(a) For each category below, carefully consider the above criteria; and
(b) Click on the image of the nominee you would like to vote for (one vote per category).

That’s it. You can also see the current poll position of each nominee by referring to their percentage votes at the bottom of each category.

So there’s only one thing left to do: Scroll down, vote, and get your friends to vote. Remember, every vote counts!

Voting ends on 21 June 2016. The winners will be announced at the Buro 24/7 Malaysia Anniversary Party to be held on 1 July 2016.

A. BEST MALAYSIAN FEMALE DIGITAL INFLUENCER

1. Marion Caunter | Host and fashion icon (@marioncaunter)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 426,501
Known for: Hosting TV shows and attending high fashion events such as London Fashion Week and with her impeccable sense of style, she has become an icon in her own right.

2. Scha Alyahya | Actress, model and host (@schaalyahya)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 6,034,634
Known for: Her breakthrough role in Awan Dania, which has since opened doors for her in the entertainment industry. Juggling both family and career, she has become an inspiration to many women and is soon launching a business with her husband, Awal Ashaari.

3. Kim Raymond | Personal stylist and manager (@kimchiraymond)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 68,393
Known for: Styling Malaysian actor and husband Keith Foo and being a style icon herself.

4. Vivy Yusof | Entrepreneur and blogger (@vivyyusof)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 583,476
Known for: Building a fashion empire and Malaysia’s first fashion e-commerce site following her initial popularity as a blogger. The business has since gained traction and expanded outside the country while having other plans in the works.

5. Tengku Chanela Jamidah | Businesswoman and fashion designer (@tcjamidah)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 77,743
Known for: Being someone You Wish You Were, Tengku Chanela Jamidah is often spotted #frowing and has started several successful fashion businesses with the most recent being her own label, Thavia. Closer to the present, she co-founded and launched a local makeup brand called Dida.

6. Chryseis Tan | Entrepreneur (@chrystan_x)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 67,369
Known for: Her enviable jet-setting lifestyle that incidentally sparks a lust for wandering and eating at new places. An established entrepreneur, her portfolio includes La Juiceria, Goodness Greens Cafe, Greyhound KL and the upcoming Four Seasons Kyoto.

7. Jane Chuck | Blogger, DJ and Entrepreneur (@janechuck)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 855,818
Known for: Sharing exciting snippets of her life that now spans from fashion to beauty to travel. She is the face of many brands, including a project with H&M starring opposite her sister Ashley Lau, an occasional DJ and the co-owner of a cafe.

8. Samantha Lee | Food artist (@leesamantha)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 839,257
Known for: Her amazing food art that tells a story and proves that you don’t need much to be creative.

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B. BEST MALAYSIAN MALE DIGITAL INFLUENCER

1. Awal Ashaari | Actor, model and TV host (@awalashaari)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 5,932,184
Known for: Hosting a string of TV shows and events, and being one-third of Malaysia’s power couple/family with wife Scha Alyahya and Lara Alana.

2. Keith Foo | Actor and model (@keithfoo)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 488,282
Known for: His extensive list of roles in the acting industry in both Malaysia and Indonesia. Together with his wife, Kim Raymond, the two have become one of Malaysia’s popular celebrity couples.

3. Lawrence Wong | Model, actor and singer (@ohohlawrence)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 373,437
Known for: Being a triple threat; whether it’s posing for an editorial spread, taking on challenging roles (he was in Singapore’s In the Room, an erotic drama film that was nominated in several film festivals) or singing in different languages.

4. JC Chee | Actor and model (@jc_chee)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 36,055
Known for: Acting in Ola Bola, which though wasn’t his first stint, it has certainly showcased his talent to a wider audience, creating more opportunities.

5. Roen Cian | Entrepreneur (@roencian)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 38,457
Known for: Starting a throng of ventures such as The Roof, The Hill, The Pool, The New Camp and Life Juice, all of which has gained much success with the public.

6. Josh Kua | International violinist and model (@joshkua)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 48,185
Known for: Creating beautiful music with his talent with the violin and with his good looks, he has been hired to model in various photoshoots around the world.

7. Bryan Loo | Entrepreneur (@bryan_chatime)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 43,499
Known for: Bringing in Chatime and his keen eye for business, having continuously started successful projects and inspiring budding entrepreneurs.

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C. BEST MALAYSIAN DIGITAL START-UP OR PROJECT

1. GoGet.my | E-marketplace for errands
Synopsis: As co-founder Francesca Chia describes it, GoGet.my is a platform that connects you to a community of highly capable and flexible help. They’ll do the things you don’t have time for so you can focus on more important matters at hand.

2. PurelyB | Online health and wellness community
Synopsis: Having recently celebrated their one year anniversary with the launch of Asia’s first health and wellness marketplace, PurelyB has been inspiring individuals everywhere to lead a healthier lifestyle. In December 2015, it raised a US$500,000 seed from 500 Startups.

3. iflix | Internet TV service
Synopsis: Offering a huge selection of TV shows and movies from across the globe, iflix has already gathered more than a million subscribers across Southeast Asia.

4. KFit | Digital gym membership
Synopsis: Since its inception, KFit has encouraged people to be more active with its Fitness Pass that allows subscribers to enjoy 10 fitness activities for an affordable price while discovering and trying out new gyms.They have since expanded to beauty and spa services.

5. Bfab | Online platform for booking beauty services
Synopsis: Receiving funding before it was even launched, Bfab helps people to conveniently find and book the best salons and spas in Klang Valley.

6. You and No Other | Online luxury floral service
Synopsis: Setting itself apart from the other flower delivery services out there and setting your lover apart from all the other loved ones in your life, You and No Other’s rule is you can only send their bouquets to one person for the rest of your life.

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D. BEST MALAYSIAN UPCOMING DIGITAL INFLUENCER (UNDER 25)

1. Charis Ow | Fashion and beauty YouTuber (@charisow)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 35,079
Known for: Fun YouTube videos covering fashion, beauty and lifestyle topics, as well as chic #ootds with strong hair game. She was also one of the two national finalists for SK-II x YouTube’s Beauty Bound Asia competition, vying for the title of the next Beauty Creator.
2. Bella Kuan | Lifestyle and travel blogger (@bellakuan)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 103, 808
Known for: Documenting her travels with bits of fashion and lifestyle thrown in. She is also an aspiring singer, specialising in pop, jazz and ballads, and has performed at the Rainforest World Music Festival.
3. Venice Min | Model and actress (@venicemin)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 422,433
Known for: More than just a pretty face, she’s an actress and model, and has been chosen to be the ambassador for various international brands. Just recently, she was unveiled as one of the first Friends of Swarovski Malaysia.
4. Lucas Lau | Blogger and model (@lucaseelau)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 46,718
Known for: His Korean-like features and daring hair colour. He is a natural in front of the camera and takes stylish #ootds on Instagram.
5. Brian See | Style blogger and model (@mrbriansee)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 150,367
Known for: Charming boyish looks and a sense of fashion. He was a finalist for Men’s Uno 2015 Taiwan Model Search and even won the “Popularity Award”. Brian has also starred in several brand campaigns and was a guest host on 8TV’s 8Style.
6. YM Che Puan Amelia Thripura Henderson | Emcee, actress and model (@ameliath)
Total number of followers (across social networks): 106,254
Known for: Impressing others with her vast talent, ranging from dancing, acting, hosting and modelling. She often shares her stylish looks and reveals where her outfits are from.
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#KLFW2015 Highlights of Day 3

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#KLFW2015 Highlights of Day 3
Oh so girly

17.08.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Day three of Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week 2015 was one part modern and three parts pretty. We saw immense amounts of lace and sequins (House of Doll), florals and billowy trains (Melson), and a few black & white, somewhat gothic elements (James Hock, For All by Villiam Ooi).
1. Innai Red never fails to deliver with a whopping 32 looks—an amalgamation of bright florals, fishtail and front-slit skirts, peplum tops, full length gowns, and some with a slight modern twist (oversized bell sleeves and cape tops), all in shades of cherry red, bright yellow and crisp white.
2. The opening look of Melson was already a head-turner: a caped jumpsuit with a floral neckline that model Tinie donned set the tone for designs to come. The following looks were in the same shade of off-white, as brighter colours were reserved toward the second half of the show for a confection of balloon tops and dress trains in checkered prints, all with bouquet of flowers attached over the right shoulder.
3. Zero to Ten played with layering in dresses and tops mostly in black and white (only five coloured exceptions, one of which is a modern red V-necked, wide-legged jumpsuit that we love) which also had an interesting recurring motif: a smattering of grommets.
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Is your SPF expired? 5 ways to tell (and why you need to get rid of it)

20.11.2021
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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From funky smells to a step-by-step on reading that pesky code at the bottom of the tube, here’s your guide to knowing when to say goodbye to that tube of SPF

Alas, the end of 2021 is fast approaching (where did the time go!?), and while lockdown restrictions have eased up recently, the pandemic did resign most of us to the indoors for the majority of the year. Needless to say, the contents of our beauty desks have probably gone largely unused in this time as—let’s be real—even if you were among those tasked with doing supermarket runs or sat at window-facing at-home office desks, no one was really reaching for the makeup essentials this year.
That said, hopefully, we were all staying on top of our SPF application… right? No? Understandable, to be honest. Regardless, whether you’ve gotten good use out of your sunscreens or not, there’s bound to be a few suspect formulations at the bottom of your beauty bag. So, if you’re not confident that your stash is totally fresh, we’re here to help you weed out the more questionable SPFs.
Ahead, here’s how you can tell your sunscreen is expired, and why you definitely should be throwing it away if it is:
Why shouldn’t you be using expired sunscreen?

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Simply put, the SPF factor is no longer guaranteed past the use-by date. While your bottle of five-year-old sunscreen (please throw that out, by the way) may read SPF30 on the packaging, you’re probably only getting a fraction of that sun protection in reality, despite your efforts.
Further, as with any cosmetics, using an expired product can lead to breakouts. This phenomenon is attributed to the fact that cosmetics double as wonderful breeding grounds for all sorts of bacteria and mould. All in all, it’s best not to risk it. So, here’s the real question: How do you know when your sunscreen is expired?
Does the expiration date say so?

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A pretty good indication of expiration is, well, the expiration date. On your tube (or bottle) of SPF, there will likely be a little jar icon with a number to indicate how long your product is good for past the opening date (you’ll see this on most of your cosmetics). In these cases, your best bet is to note down your date of purchase (assuming you’ll be using it immediately after). Personally, we prefer to write it down on the bottle itself in order to avoid confusion.
If, however, you can’t see an expiration date, fret not—according to dermatologist Dr Aegean Chan, “sunscreens without an expiration date are good for three years from the date of manufacture”. For this, you’ll need to actually find the date of manufacture. It’s actually really easy—if you refer to the diagram above, you’ll see that there is a code of some sort on the crimp tab at the top of your bottle or tube. From there, just follow where the diagram leads!
Have you noticed any funky smells, textures, or colour changes?

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This is a pretty good indicator for any cosmetic product, and it works like a charm for SPFs. Should your sunscreen leave the bottle smelling, looking, or feeling any different from how it did when you bought it, it’s time to say goodbye.
If you’re not convinced or you can’t really tell, try giving the bottle a shake—if it still looks, smells, or feels suspicious after this, it’s a toss.
Have you been keeping your sunscreens properly?

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Once again, as with any cosmetics, it’s important to ensure that the conditions they are kept in are suitable to preserve the lifespan of your products. As a general rule, excessive heat and direct sun exposure are a no-go for cosmetics.
Sunscreens in particular risk degradation with excessive exposure to heat and UV, meaning that—like regular ol’ expired sunscreen—the SPF factor goes way, way down. So, if you’ve left your sunscreen out on the hot sand all day at the beach or left it in your hot car all year as your SPF contingency plan, you should probably replace it.
How much sunscreen should you be using, anyway?

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A bottle of sunscreen shouldn’t last you more than a few months if you’re using it correctly. We’ve said this before but we’ll say it again: For adequate protection, two to three heaping fingers worth of sunscreen needs to be applied to the face and neck. Further, if you’re bald, you should be adding another two fingers’ worth to that amount—everyday.
On top of that, you’ll also need to reapply your sunscreen every two to four hours, depending on how much sun you’re getting.
READ: How to reapply sunscreen over your makeup without messing it up
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Supergoop! Glow Screen

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The xx drops a new music video in collaboration with Calvin Klein’s Raf Simons
"Our love letter to Los Angeles"

30.06.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Trust English indie band The xx to always deliver visually-pleasing videos that will usually end up on our inspo boards for its intriguing aesthetic. The latest music video, ‘I Dare You’, is making its way up on that said board for good reason: Calvin Klein’s Chief Creative Officer Raf Simons lent his expertise for this creative direction of this video. Directed by photographer and filmmaker Alasdair McLellan (who also was behind the lens of The xx’s previous two music videos ‘On Hold‘ and ‘Say Something Loving‘), ‘I Dare You’ sees a motley crew of kids who unwittingly decided to cut school, later on stumbling into the band (that would be The xx) performing live in a mysterious house.

The eclectic yet talented cast is made of Calvin Klein regulars, from Stranger Things actress Millie Bobby Brown who appeared in the Calvin Klein By Appointment campaign; Ashton Sanders, currently featured in the men’s Spring 2017 Calvin Klein Underwear advertising campaign; Paris Jackson, who attended this year’s Costume Institute Benefit alongside Simons as a guest of the brand; and models Lulu and Ernesto Cervantes, who have appeared in ad campaigns for the brand. Filmed in Los Angeles, the video’s architectural elements come by way of two standout locations—Lloyd Wright’s Sowden House and John Lautner’s Rainbow House. Below, catch

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#HairOnFleek: 10 Best celebrity brondes

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#HairOnFleek: 10 Best celebrity brondes
No, it is not a typo

04.08.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Move aside dip-dyed and ombré blondes, there’s a new hair trend in town and it’s making waves with its organic, versatile colour (or shall we say colours). The bronde shade is essentially a browner shade of blonde with lighter, subtle shimmers for texture and movement. By adding variation of highlights depending on your hair colour — if you have darker hair, add slightly lighter highlights and vice versa to those with lighter hair — you’ll get a natural-looking hair colour that looks like it’s been sun-drenched for days. This freehand technique of highlighting is called balayage — where the focus is within the interior of the hair instead of the roots or hairline. This technique is void of traditional foiling and cap highlighting methods, which results in a low-maintenance yet equally good-looking hair colour, sans chunky streaks and the need to constantly touch-up.
But let’s be real, the pioneer of all brondes was also the “Rachel” hairstyle trendsetter Jennifer Aniston, who rocked this hair colour way back when there wasn’t a definitive term for it to begin with. Celebrities who are currently sporting this tousled effortless look include Gisele Bündchen, Suki Waterhouse and Blake Lively. Here are some of our favourite celeb bronde ‘dos:

Ashley Tisdale’s recent revelation of her new strawberry bronde lob takes the cake for the most innovative. By combining the best of three worlds (blonde, brown and red), the result is a subtle warm hue that doesn’t scream try-too-hard.

Blake Lively’s hair game is on point here, and who wouldn’t envy those volumous waves while we’re on the same page? A great bronde colour complements most skin tones and is visually stunning under most types of lighting as well, as proven in this picture.

Sarah Hyland’s chic, choppy bronde tresses has slight khaki-green undertones to it which brings out the green in her eyes while the length also helps in accentuating her face shape.

Enough said about the original bronde—Jennifer Aniston’s hairdo was and will always be the reason behind the coining of the term “hair envy.”

Model Suki Waterhouse glows (literally) with her half-up half-down hairstyle as the gradation effect of her bronde colour makes for a more sophisticated look compared to bolder dip-dyed and ombré trends.
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Learning the art of scenting from Jo Malone’s Lifestyle Director, Debbie Wild
Wildly passionate

08.08.2017
By Gwen Ong

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What exactly does a Lifestyle Director do? For one, she travels the world to open new boutiques and with that, she brings with her an in-depth knowledge on Jo Malone’s lifestyle concepts and helps to promote the brand’s signature Fragrance Combining, Scent Surround and the Art of Gift Giving services.

Kuala Lumpur was Debbie Wild’s latest stop. She was in town to give the Malaysian press a sneak preview of Jo Malone’s latest collection called The English Oak. With inspiration from the English countryside, the two spellbinding scents—English Oak & Redcurrant and English Oak & Hazelnut—are a blend of juicy, fruity notes with spicy, woody notes. Debbie described the fragrances as majestic and mysterious. We caught up with the jetsetter to talk more about the art of smelling like a millionaire.

Hi Debbie! Welcome back to Malaysia. Can you tell us a bit more about your role as a Lifestyle Director?
In a nutshell, I travel the world and primarily act as the ambassador of Jo Malone. I have the lovely job of telling the story of the brand, its concept and brand pillars when we launch a new market or fragrance. I was part of the founding team, there were only 10 of us then but we’ve evolved. And I’ve launched every single country for the brand since because it’s important for us to tell the story.

What is the Jo Malone story then?
Our company is built on relationship and its wonderful products that are a British heritage. So we’re inspired by everything that we love about Britain – from the English garden to the music or arts – which we embed and weaved into our creations, hence every fragrance has a story and memory in a bottle. I tell that story around the world to connect with the consumers and retailers. The voice of Jo Malone is the same whether in Tokyo or Toronto or Kuala Lumpur, and you get the exact same service everywhere.

As someone who travels frequently, what excites you about visiting new places?
I find it an absolute privilege to travel for work. It’s about meeting the consumers, the press and the people in that city – all these things just amaze me. I remember when were planning our launch in Japan, we were really nervous because we didn’t know if the Japanese culture would take to fragrance combining or whether it would even take to fragrance at all. But we went to number 1 straight away and there was a queue outside of Mitsukoshi. There’s nothing quite like the first time, so I love that. About two years ago, we launched in Kazakhstan—the furthest point in the world that I’ve ever been to. It was bonkers for us. Everyone went mad and for me personally, it was like we’ve really reached the four corners of the world.

On the subject of travel, do you see a difference in the way men and women approach a holiday fragrance?
For us as a brand, how a man smells is just as important as how a woman smells. So there are colognes designed just for men and women. But fragrance is so personal, so if both a guy and a woman were to go on a holiday, they might have two different moments they want to create.
For a more masculine scent with fresh, evocative and crisp notes, I’d probably share with them Lime, Basil & Mandarin, which is a lovely holiday fragrance be it for a man or woman actually, or Wood, Sage & Sea Salt for a citrusy note. A woman might want something like Mimosa & Cardamom, it’s evocative yet slightly bohemian and eclectic. Something you’d wear after sundown for a nice meal or cocktail. So those are wonderful for holidays.

Jo Malone is famously known for its fragrance combining, how do you know what works?
The first rule of fragrance combining is that there is no rule. You play and have fun; you can mix and match. You can do all that because it’s a Jo Malone trademark philosophy in the way the fragrances are designed to work beautifully together. Scent can bring you to a memory, time and place, so essentially you can have a fragrance wardrobe and you can create seasons with them. This is a wonderful way to wear your fragrance. Think “where am I going, what occasion am I wearing it for, what season is it?” The scent can really wake you up and jolt your senses; it goes into your lymphatic system and immediately has an effect on you.

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How would you pair the new English Oak collection then? Any tips?
You can spray Nutmeg & Ginger, which is our very first fragrance, together with English Oak & Hazelnut, and it is divine. It smells modern and contemporary as it would any other year. For the English Oak & Redcurrant, it has a lot of Bulgarian rose in the middle, so it’s very voluptuous and it’s where the personality of the scent comes out, that why’s Wild Bluebell mixes beautifully with the rose.
When there’s a musk at the end of the fragrance, it creates what we call a silage and that means trail in French. So when somebody walks past having wearing a Jo Malone scent, you can smell that and think he or she smells great. That’s a signature of Jo Malone – it’s evocative and unique.

What are some of your favourite Jo Malone fragrances?
I love Amber & Lavender to make me feel rested and clean. It is also one of my very first memories of the brand. It’s filled with so much love and joy and such aroma and spice as well – I really love wearing it. But equally, I like Myrrh & Tonka – it has a sort of creamy, almost vanilla flavour to it and when I wear it, my kids want to hug me all the time. Because of its creaminess, it envelops your body in a cashmere wrap.
When I clean my house, I like to burn Lavender & Lovage ‘cos it smells like polished floor and it’s calming. I also like to spray Lino Nel Vento around the house. Anyone who comes to visit will tell me my home smells wonderful. You can also swap with around with Wild Fig & Cassis candle or Wild Bluebell, and your home will smell like freshly mown grass or this mossy earthy scent, so you can have the outdoors indoor.

Jo Malone English Oak collection will be in store from September 2017 onwards.

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7 Things you can do in KL for the Easter weekend (or if you don’t celebrate): 3 & 4 April

31.03.2021
By Rachel Au

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1. Easter Afternoon Tea

When: 12pm – 6pm, 3 – 4 April 2021
Where: The Lobby Lounge, The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
Price: RM160 for two persons
*Advanced reservations are required
Spend the Easter weekend with friends and/or family with a delectable three-tiered stand of desserts and savouries themed after the occasion. Expect must-haves such as chocolate eggs and freshly-baked hot cross buns. But mostly, expect the cosiest of atmospheres as the backdrop of the lounge will be accompanied by the ritzy tunes of an Aoyama harp by the hotel’s resident harpist.
For more information or to make a reservation, WhatsApp +6018 306 3188 or email [email protected].
2. Retox Brunch: Easter Edition

When/Price:
#EasterFamilyEdition – 12pm – 3pm, 3 April 2021

RM228 nett per personFor food and endless mocktails, soft drinks and selected juices

RM348 nett per personFor food and endless crafted cocktails, house pouring wines and beers

#EasterChampagneEdition – 12pm – 3pm, 3 April 2021

RM 288 nett per personFor food and endless mocktails, soft drinks and selected juices

RM468 nett per personFor food and endless crafted cocktails, house pouring wines and beers

Where: Flock, Level 8, W Kuala Lumpur
*Advanced reservations are required
Trust W Kuala Lumpur to really get into the festive mood, for any festive occasion, and Easter is no exception. Flock will be hosting a two-day Easter weekend fiesta, complete with an extravagant spread of fun brunch favourites, roasted carvings, a lavish seafood selection and of course, an Easter-themed dessert counter. We hear you’ll get special treatment if you show up with a quote, “cute lil bonnet”.
For more information or to make a reservation, call +6012 347 9088.
3. Easter Day Luncheon

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When: 12pm – 3pm, 4 April 2021
Where: Vasco’s, Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Price: RM158 nett per adult | RM68 nett per child (aged 5 – 11)
*Advanced reservations are required
The chefs at Vasco’s will be preparing an Easter feast with gourmet specialities such as Slow-roasted Victorian Lamb from Australia, Egg Benedict with Smoked Salmon Caviar on Brioche, Mac n’ Cheese Soft Shell Crab Slider and Crispy Wanton Noodle with BBQ Duck. Kids can even enjoy an Easter egg hunt as well as egg-painting (so the adults can focus on eating and relaxing for an afternoon).
For more information or to make a reservation, call +603 2264 2264 or visit www.eatdrinkhilton.com.
4. Crack a limited edition chocolate Easter egg

When: Till 4 April 2021
Where: The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur
Price: RM168++ per piece
How do you like your eggs? Poached, as an omelette or chocolate with more chocolate within it? If the last one sounds like your cup of egg, The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur is back with its collection of limited edition chocolate Easter eggs that look and taste delightful. Designed by Executive Pastry Chef Gael Moutet and inspired by the exquisite art installations at the hotel’s lobby, each egg houses mini crunchy chocolate ganache eggs and are 20cm in height. There are two designs: “Blossom” (inspired by ‘Winter Garden’ by British artist Marc Quinn) and “Daydream” (inspired by Joan Miro’s ‘Les Montagnards’). It’s not just the art that sets the two eggs apart, but also the type of chocolates used. “Blossom” is handcrafted with 40 per cent Valrhona milk chocolate, while “Daydream” uses 72 per cent Valrhona dark chocolate.
For more information or to make a reservation, call +603 2727 6696 or email [email protected].
5. Easter Buffet

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When: 4 April 2021 – 12pm – 2.30pm | 6pm – 7.45pm | 8pm – 9.45pm
Where: Lemon Garden, Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Price: RM148 nett per person (brunch) | RM168 nett per person (dinner)
*Advanced reservations are required
Buffets are always a great way to spend quality time with loved ones. At Lemon Garden, the spread will be extensive. From healthy salads and cold cuts to an indulgent seafood counter to a mouthwatering carving and action station (Roasted Beef Wellington and Truffle Scramble Egg & Brioche Toast) to the Asian stations and then the dessert pavilion, you’ll certainly be spoilt for choice. Kids will also enjoy some egg-citing activities such as the Egg Painting and Easter Egg Hunt, which will only take place during the Brunch session.

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For more information or to make a reservation, call +603 2074 3900 or visit http://bit.ly/LGReservations.
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Buro 24/7 Malaysia Playlist #10: Last stop, Paris

02.10.2015
By Su Fen Tan

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This week’s playlist covers some of the best songs from the past and present; we start it off slow, and pick up the pace as we go with some classic tracks. Take a listen below:

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How does the world celebrate Chinese New Year?
The same but different

31.01.2017
By Buro247

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Chinese New Year exploded in auspicious festivities as millions across the globe took part in celebrations to ring in the year of the fire rooster. From dazzling fireworks to lion dances from makeshift boxes, here are a few glimpses into what went down around the world for #CNY2017:

1. LondonMembers of the Chinese community perform a dragon dance as they celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year in Central London.

2. Hong KongFireworks explode over the Victoria Harbour to celebrate Chinese New Year.

3. NanjingTraditional handmade lotus lanterns sold at Nanjing Qinhuai Lantern Festival to celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year and Spring Festival.

4. New YorkConfetti-strewn streets at New York City’s Chinatown mark the arrival of the traditional Lunar New Year.

5. KathmanduGirls from from Tamang community dressed in traditional attire participate in the rally to mark Sonam Losar or Lunar New Year in Kathmandu, Nepal.

6. Kuala LumpurAn Ethnic Malaysian-Chinese devotee burns joss-sticks at the Thean Hou temple decorated with red lanterns in Kuala Lumpur on the eve of the Lunar New Year.

7. JakartaIndonesian Chinese releases birds during Chinese New Year celebrations at Dharma Bhakti Temple.

8. BangkokNewborn babies in Chinese-inspired costumes to mark the Year of the Rooster lay in cots at Paolo Memorial Hospital in Bangkok.

9. ManilaChildren perform a lion dance using cardboard boxes for alms on a street in Manila’s Chinatown.

10. Sao PaoloThe dragon dance is performed during celebrations to mark the Chinese Lunar New Year at the Liberdade district in Sao Paulo.

11. ShanghaiPeople pray with incense sticks at the Longhua temple in Shanghai.

12. SydneyFireworks light up the skyline over the Sydney Opera House lit with red floodlights in conjunction with Chinese New Year.

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10 Beauty looks from Paris Fashion Week AW16 on our moodboard now
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10.03.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

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Beauty inspo wise, Paris Fashion Week AW16 definitely brought it on with varied looks that we all wished we could pull off. From Dior’s noir lipstick (also a major beauty trend this season) to Balmain’s romantically flushed makeup teemed with hair-colour swapping antics, check out all the much-hyped beauty looks from Paris that have made it to our moodboards:
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The fool’s guide to press-on nails—from how to apply them to how to keep them on
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10.03.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

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Okay, so you’ve bought yourself a killer set of press-ons and you’re keen to give them a whirl. There’s just one issue—this whole press-on process is a lot more fiddly than you had anticipated.
For starters, you can barely get them onto your nails in the first place! The first few claws went on fine, but once you’d added on the extra length to your index and thumb, you were left pitifully useless.
Then, of course, once you’d actually gotten them on, they had popped off within the hour. No matter how much glue you added or touched the nail up with, there would always be a casualty.
At this point, you’re probably on the ground, exasperated and near tears. We get it. However, here’s a truth you’re probably not ready to hear: It’s not the press-ons. It’s you.
Specifically, it’s your technique. Yes, fake nails can be a bit of a head scratcher to start, but with the right technique and some determination, they’ll become a breeze in no time. Ahead, we’re covering our best tried-and-tested methods for a flawless and long-lasting press-on manicure:
READ: Where to buy custom and ready-made press-on nails in Malaysia

Prepping your nails for the press-ons

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Cut and file down your nailsYou’ll want to cut your nails shorter than the press-on, and file down the edges so that they are nicely shaped.
Push back your cuticles to give yourself the most natural lookIf you’d like the most seamless result possible, push back your cuticles to make way for the fake nail.
Scrape away any leftover cuticleThis creates a smooth, even surface on your nail for the press-on to adhere to.
Buff over your nail lightly to gently scratch it up This allows you to get a good grip for the glue to adhere to. Don’t go too crazy—you don’t want to weaken your nail. Just a few scores will suffice. TIP: Pay close attention to the cuticle area.
Wipe down your nail with an alcohol wipeThis will help you to clean off any nail dust and natural oil on the surface of your nails, ensuring the best adhesion
OPTIONAL: Use a nail dehydrator for extra strong adhesion
Get sticking (more on that below)TIP: Whether you’re using nail glue or adhesive tabs, always do your index and thumb last—this makes it easier for you to pick up the individual nails.

With nail glue

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Prep your press-ons by swiping a little acetone over themThis will clear off any old glue (if any) and create a nice, dry surface for optimum adhesion
Apply a generous amount of nail glue directly to your nail TIP: Make sure to add a little extra glue on the very tip of your nail to prevent lifting
Press on your fake nailThe best technique here is to push the nail down and back, then hold it in place for at least 20-30 seconds

With adhesive tabs

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Prep the press-on with a little alcoholThis will help remove any oils on the press-on that could interfere with adhesion
Stick the tabs onto the press-on, aligning it neatly with the edgesIt’s important to be as precise as possible here—you do not want your tabs to be visible
Align the bottom edge of the press-on with your cuticle and press down firmlyTIP: The more accurate you are, the more natural this nail will look
Hold the nail in place for at least 20-30 seconds

Finally got them on? Yay! Now, check out our guide to taking off your press-ons damage-free!
READ: How to take off press-on nails without ruining your natural nails

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