Food + Drink
This week only: Singapore’s award-winning Chef Justin Quek at The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur
A taste like no other

13.07.2017
By Rachel Au

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

There are plenty of reasons why Chef Justin Quek is one of Singapore’s most internationally known chef. With over 30 years of experience in the culinary field—including time spent in the kitchens of Michelin-starred restaurants around the world—he has a unique flair of reinventing Asian favourites with a French twist.

A proud recipient of the World Gourmet Summit Award of Excellence Hall of Fame Best Chef, Chef Justin’s most recent stint was being at the helm of Marina Bay Sands’s fine dining restaurant Sky on 57 as Principal Chef since 2010. Now that his contract has ended and the restaurant closed for remodeling, he’s off to travel the world for the rest of 2017 before heading back to Singapore for a possible new project with MBS. He, however, does have another eatery called Grignoter on Teck Lim Road.
One of his stops is Kuala Lumpur at The Library of The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. Guests will have a chance to experience his specially crafted menu for four days only. Expect some of his signature dishes such as the Duck Foie Gras Xiao Long Bao, Cauliflower Puree with Oscietra Caviar and White Chocolate, and Lobster with Shao Xing cream.

He tells us that his philosophy when it comes to cooking is to make something that is simple yet tasty. Ingredients are the most important part of creating a dish, he explains. And these dishes are a testament of his belief as he’ll be using premium ingredients with his techniques to truly bring out the flavours. The Mushroom Cappuccino, for example, presents an rich taste of mushrooms and yet the texture is smooth—the idea was to make it like a latte.

But it’s the main courses that will really shine the brightest. The Crispy Scale Blue Cod Fillet with Clam and Herb Fondue uses a technique which makes the fish scale crispy (you can hear the slightest crisp sound from it) and yet the flesh is tender. The underlying clam and herb fondue tastes light and pairs wonderfully with it.

The other dish is the Asian Braised Angus Beef and Seared Wagyu Beef with Oriental Greens—beautiful. Here, Chef Justin literally uses both Asian and Western cooking styles to make this one dish. The braised beef is tender and easily tears away strip by strip. The wagyu beef is seasoned well, cut thinly and melts in the mouth. At the bottom of these is some mash as the classic Western accompaniment and, on the side, in contrast, vegetables commonly found in Chinese dishes.

For dessert, it’s Chocolate and Mint Floating Island with Caramelised Crispy Rice. At first glance, it the main white build on the plate looks dense but scoop away a spoonful and you’ll find it looks and tastes fluffy. It’s egg white. The mint, Chef Justin says, is a special kind that gives off a fragrant and light flavour. Hence, it doesn’t overpower and neither does the chocolate. Sweet endings should all be made of something like this.

The four-course dinner is only available from 7pm till 11pm, 12 to 15 July and is priced from RM300 per person. For reservations and enquiries, call 03 2142 8000 or email [email protected].

Related stories:
The Library at The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur: Cosy, refined and good food
#BuroEats: 5 New places to visit in KL for July 2017
7 Things you can do this weekend: 15–16 July 2017

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Eating out
ritz-carlton
guest chefs come to kl


Style
Fashion buzz: H&M announces collaboration with Simone Rocha, Zimmermann apologises over cultural appropriation incident, and more

19.01.2021
By Joan Kong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

The ultimate wedding shoe guide for the bridal party

H&M is collaborating with Irish designer Simone Rocha

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by H&M (@hm)

2021 hasn’t exactly been a great start for many, but H&M knows just how to uplift the spirit by announcing its designer collaboration of the year: Simone Rocha. Known for her dreamy-romantic aesthetic that’s undeniably feminine, the Irish designer will be introducing a full collection for women, men, and children.
In a statement by the brand, creative advisor and former head of design Ann-Sofie Johansson says, “Simone Rocha has been on the H&M wish-list for some time. This collaboration offers a new audience the chance to own a very special piece of design history. All of us at H&M have been so inspired to work with a female designer who spends so much time thinking about contemporary femininity, and womanhood, and who is so committed to excellence in craft and design, from the process of developing special fabrications, to pushing silhouettes, shapes and embellishments. Every garment within this collection is unique, special and the result of years of work and meticulous research.”
The Simone Rocha x H&M collection will be launching on March 11.
Zimmermann apologises over cultural appropriation incident

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by ZIMMERMANN (@zimmermann)

Zimmermann got itself embroiled in a cultural appropriation controversy last Tuesday when the brand posted an image of a model wearing an embroidered dress from its Resort’21 swim collection on Twitter. Not long after, the brand was accused of cultural appropriating the designs from artisans in Oaxaca, Mexico. The bird motif, panels, and floral details, in particular, were native to the indigenous Mazatec community.
Following the backlash, the brand posted an apology on Instagram. ”Zimmermann acknowledges that the panelled tunic dress from our current Swim collection was inspired by what we now understand to be a traditional garment from the Oaxaca region in Mexico. We apologise for the usage without appropriate credit to the cultural owners of this form of dress and for the offence this has caused. Although the error was unintentional, when it was brought to our attention today the item was immediately withdrawn from all Zimmermann stores and our website. We have taken steps to ensure this does not happen again in future,” the statement reads.
Related: 7 Fashion brands that have been accused of cultural appropriation, and how they responded
Hugo Boss taps Chris Hemsworth as its first global ambassador

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by BURO Malaysia (@buromalaysia)

Four years after Chris Hemsworth partnered up with Hugo Boss on the Boss Bottled perfume, the brand has officially welcomed the Hollywood actor as its first global ambassador. He will be the face of Boss’s fashion campaigns throughout 2021 and 2022. The first will be unveiled in Spring this year.
“I’ve been a huge BOSS fan for a long time, so I’m really happy to now represent the brand’s collections as global ambassador,” the actor says in a statement. “Our partnership over the past few years has been absolutely brilliant. I’m very excited to be working more closely with the BOSS team.”
Louis Vuitton introduces its new ambassador: Naomi Osaka

View this post on Instagram

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Louis Vuitton
H&M
Hugo Boss
Podcast
Naomi Osaka
Simone Rocha
Fashion buzz
Chris Hemsworth
Fashion
Chanel
Anne Hathaway


Fashion
#RedCarpet: Feminine looks we love at Palm Springs Gala 2016
Real glamour

07.01.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Major red carpet contenders brought out their best at the Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala 2016, preparing us delightfully for the awards season around the corner (the Golden Globes is in four days!) This year’s first red carpet event saw a plethora of wonderfully feminine gowns from the usual best-dressed winners, from Cate Blanchett’s simple floral dress to Rooney Mara’s gothic ensemble. Take a look at how our favourite celebs aced the girly game and made it their own:
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards” rid=”3714″ order=”a_tstamp”}

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

News
Fashion
Red Carpet


Fashion
The best of PFW SS19 day 6: Altuzarra’s seashell belts

30.09.2018
By Joan Kong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Inspired by his own memories of spending his holidays in Italy, Joseph Altuzarra referenced Call Me by Your Name and Stealing Beauty—movies about summer love—and sent down a collection that aimed to evoke that same feeling. Models were in sun-kissed makeup and wet slicked-back hair, dressed in a plethora of floral motifs and woven pieces that radiated that sense of ease—tops and dresses were mostly unbuttoned or cropped for some skin-flaunting. To complement the entire vibe, nautical details were incorporated into the collection. There were pearl earrings adorning the models’ lobes, and woven bags that’ll give straw bags a run for their money. Our favourite among them? The rope belts with dangling seashells. Aside from accentuating one’s waist, the swaying details help to add that flair to your every walk, completing the coastal theme. The belt is available in the form of necklaces too—reminiscent of the ’90s seashell necklaces, but this time, we’ll wear them in a heartbeat.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Paris Fashion Week
Altuzarra
PFW SS19
Accessories
Fashion
SS19


Watches
A mythical journey through the historical Silk Route with Piaget
Cultural creations

12.08.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

The Cartier Privé collection is about history and modernity

The historical Silk Route is known for its wide expanse of cities and cultures that it encompasses, central to the cultural interaction between the West and the East. Two legendary cities along the route, Venice and Samarkand are hosts to immense cultural wealth, architecture and creativity that serve as inspiration for Piaget Haute Joaillerie and Haute Horlogerie’s latest Secrets and Lights collection—an extraordinary 93 jewellery creations.

Venice’s mysterious allure coupled with its festive elegance is captured in Secrets of Venice through exponents of feather art, enamelling and engraving. The collection’s signature cuff bracelet draws inspiration from a masked ball with a flurry of turquoise feathers perched on a white gold base; the Palazzo ring’s interlacing red spinel and diamond motifs mirror flashing camera bulbs on Venice Film Festival’s red carpet; and a cuff bracelet with pink gold embroidery and marquise-cut diamonds evoke light rays filtering through stone bars on the windows of the Bridge of Sighs.
Uzbekistan’s historical city Samarkand—meaning “queen of the Earth”—is renowned for its preservation of ancient crafts, from silk weaving to gold embroidery. Piaget tells tales of the Orient through Lights of Samarkand, with a Columbian emerald four-leaved flower-ring, a prong-set marquise-cut stone necklace with a pear-cut diamond, and sapphire ear pendants with cascading diamond motifs.
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Piaget Secrets and Lights” rid=”3209″ order=”a_tstamp”}

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Jewellery
Watches and Jewellery
Piaget


Lifestyle
Fendi brings the Trevi Fountain back to life
Restoring a former glory

03.11.2015
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

At more than 250 years old, the Trevi fountain is one of Rome’s most well-loved monuments, perhaps made a little more popular when Anita Ekberg took a dip in Federico Fellini’s La Dolce Vita. When parts of the famous fountain started to crumble, fashion house Fendi sat up and took notice. Founded in Rome in 1925, Fendi has always referenced this glorious city in its collections, so it’s no wonder they’ve took on the job of ensuring the preservation of this national treasure.

Following 17 months of meticulous restoration works, the Trevi Fountain in Rome has been brought back to life in a project supported by Fendi. With the addition of a panoramic boardwalk, the project now enables visitors to admire the historical fountain from a unique perspective. The boardwalk was designed and conceived by the Sovrintendenza Capitolina—built of transparent panels that are directly accessible from the square, visitors are allowed to physically step into a world-class artistic masterpiece and take an even closer look at it.

It was back in January 2013 that Fendi announced the house would be taking the restoration of the Trevi Fountain under its wing. Thus, Fendi for Fountains was birthed, an ambitious project aimed at preserving the cultural heritage of the city of Rome. The project also included the restoration of the complex of the ‘Four Fountains,’ which was completed in May 2015.
For more info on Fendi for Foutains, head here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Culture
Art
Fendi
Art and Design
Architecture


Beauty
These new adidas shoes will give you a précised fit for your run
Pinnacle performance

20.03.2018
By Gwen Ong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

If unparalleled movement, precision and fit are what you look for in a running shoe, then the Adidas UltraBoost or UltraBoost X could be what you want to lace up in. The brand’s latest SS18 releases get updated with new features inspired by the best offerings of previous UltraBoost models. A mash up of the old and new, if you may.
For this season’s UltraBoost, runners will appreciate that the ventilation holes from the original UltraBoost have returned to the upper. Thus, offering breathability to the foot’s key sweat zones—namely the cage and forefoot. An important feature for hot days and sticky nights. This is supported by the newly developed PrimeKnit material that offers runners a prime fit and greater support. The Fit Counter positioned within the heel enables freedom of movement while the built-in Boost midsole provides adaptability, cushioning and energy return.

The newest UltraBoost X draws from the UltraBoost Uncaged and the adizero Sub2 running silhouette – whereby you’ll find the cage and support features adapted to the inside, giving it a sleeker look. What we like about this is the Adaptive Arch that allows the PrimeKnit upper to mould to our feet and get in sync with our running style. Based on our previous experience with the Adidas UltraBoost X, the latest reiteration has a bit more room so the widest part of the feet doesn’t feel too snugged. The ‘smart arch’ is complemented by the Boost midsole for the extra support and cushioning as we pound the pavement.
A comfortable bounce indeed as experienced during a recent Adidas Runners Kuala Lumpur run around Tasik Titiwangsa. We had the pleasure (or was it pain?) to take this bad boy for a 5km quickie and trust us, you’ll definitely appreciate the cushioned support as your legs get lethargic from every step. The 3D sculpted heel counter too worked its magic to keep our horizontal movements to a minimum, preventing us from the risk of injuries. All in all, we had a good workout in the Adidas UltraBoost X.
Adidas UltraBoost comes in two colourways for men and women, while the UltraBoost X is available in grey and a blue heel counter. Priced at RM850.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Running
adidas
Running Shoes


Fashion
Longchamp’s first pop-up in Malaysia launches this November
An open atelier

24.10.2016
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

For the first time ever, French luxury leather goods brand Longchamp will be taking its Malaysian customers through an unconventional experience this November with its first pop-up concept in The Gardens Mall, Kuala Lumpur. From 7 to 20 November 2016, check out the space to learn more about the brand’s know-how in leather craftsmanship demonstrated by a team of artisans in an open yet interactive structure. This pop-up will include raw materials, workshop pictures, and animation videos that showcase Longchamp’s savoir-faire throughout its 68-year strong heritage.
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Longchamp Paris Premier” rid=”4518″ order=”a_tstamp”}
This concept is in line with the launch of the brand’s new line, Paris Premier. Crafted with the finest leather (five-star French calfskin), a meticulous hand-stitched process is required to transform it into a sleek Paris Premier bag. The leather pieces are stitched, attached and assembled with millimeter-level accuracy to create a tote that’s soft as cashmere. The details aren’t forsaken as well—subtle metal elements such as the zipper pulls on the leather provide an arresting juxtaposition, resulting in a bag that champions Longchamp’s requirements of unparallel quality and bold lines. Want to know how this bag is really crafted from scratch? Stop by the pop-up this 7 November onwards to find out more.

Related stories:
Longchamp delves into urban nature for its Autumn/Winter 2016 collection
Longchamp’s Parisian townhouse morphed into a work of art

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Longchamp
Bags


Fashion
Head over heels with Chanel’s Boy.Friend
When tradition meets modernity

18.05.2017
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Chanel’s Boy.Friend watch has been a firm favourite of ours since its debut in 2015. Its classically shaped rectangular case (that takes cues from an aerial view of the Place Vendôme) and simple, elegant dial makes it versatile and so easy to love (by both our female and male team members). Chanel’s newest Boy.Friend comes with a tweed motif imprinted into the steel bracelet-perfect for day or night, workdays or the weekend. Here are three reasons why we love it:

1. Tweed is a huge symbol of the house
You’d be hard-pressed not to think of Chanel when you think of tweed. The house has been employing the material for everything from their iconic jackets to weddings dresses, bags, shoes and accessories. In 2002, Chanel acquired the famed embroidery house Lesage, who are known for their innovation and know-how with textiles. What better way to attach your Boy.Friend to your wrist?

2. Tweed is very handsome
Sean Connery in Indiana Jones; Benedict Cumberbatch as Sherlock Holmes; the cast of Downton Abbey: need we say more? Tweed is very known as a symbol of the well-heeled—Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel herself first fell in love with the fabric when she began borrowing the tweed jackets of her royal lover, the 2nd Duke of Westminster.

3. Tweed is known for its durability
Favoured for outdoor activities such as hunting and shooting, tweed was built to withstand harsh climates. Though tweed is only an imprint on the band of the watch, the stainless steel strap is a toughie-making it perfect for everyday wear. The watch is also water resistant to 30m so you needn’t worry about going for a romantic moonlight swim with your Boy.Friend.

Credits
Video by: Chuan Looi/Yipieyaya Studio
Art Direction: Yi Suen Chong and Jason Lim
Calligraphy by: Joanna Chia (@quirkybydesign)

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Chanel
Watches and Jewellery
Buro Loves
Fashion


Film, TV + Theatre
‘Flower Of Evil’: All the details on the upcoming Korean drama—starring Lee Joon-Gi and Moon Chae-Won

01.07.2020
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Taking over the time slot previously occupied by Oh My Baby, Flower Of Evil sees the two leads—Lee Joon-Gi and Moon Chae-Won—working together again. The duo starred in Criminal Minds in 2017 (also on tvN).

With the finale of The King: Eternal Monarch, fans of Korean dramas are eagerly waiting for something new to watch. Popular shows that are currently airing include the likes of It’s Okay To Not Be Okay with Kim Soo-Hyun and Seo Yea-Ji as well as Backstreet Rookie with Ji Chang-wook and Kim Yoo-Jung. Have you started with the these dramas yet? Read our review of It’s Okay To Not Be Okay here.

Directed by Kim Cheol-Kyu and written by Yoo Jung-Hee, Flower Of Evil will comprise of 16 episodes. The series stars Lee Joon-Gi as Baek Hee-Sung, Moon Chae-Won as Cha Ji-Won, Jang Hee-Jin as Do Hae-Soo, and Seo Hyun-Woo as Kim Moo-Jin.

Photo by tvN
In life, we can’t always take things at face value and that’s one simple way to summarise the plot of Flower Of Evil. The series is a lot more complex than that, of course. It’s a suspense melodrama revolving around a detective and her husband who is living under another person’s identity to hide who he was as well as what he did.

Photo by tvN
It’s a programme about deception, trust, family, and marriage—forming the core themes of Flower Of Evil. Will Moon Chae-Won be able to track down Lee Joon-Gi’s past? We’ll have to watch to find out. There will definitely be a lot of conversations surrounding dual identities. How would you feel if you found out that your partner of 14 years isn’t who you think he/she is? From the images, you will also notice that their daughter would play an integral part in how the story unfolds.

Photo by tvN
This will be Lee Joon-Gi’s first drama project since Lawless Lawyer in 2018 and Moon Chae-Won’s first since Tale Of Fairy (also in 2018). Here’s a fun fact: her last three television series have all been with tvN.
Are you excited for Flower Of Evil? The upcoming Korean drama will air on tvN every Wednesday and Thursday—beginning on 22 July 2020. You can also watch the show on Viki.
For details on It’s Okay To Not Be Okay, click here.

SHARE THE STORY


Checking in: A thrilling island escapade at the newly opened Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu


Film, TV + Theatre
Emmy Awards 2022: Highlights and complete winners list
The small screen's biggest night

14.09.2022
By Marissa Chin

PHOTO: Getty Images

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

On September 13, some of the best actors and actresses that have recently graced our small screens came together for the 74th Emmy Awards. Held in the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles, American actor and comedian Kenan Thompson hosted the prestigious awards ceremony.
There were many popular shows such as Succession, Squid Game, Better Call Saul, and more fighting it out but thankfully, there were not any *cough* altercations *cough* that night. For the most part, the night was easy and lighthearted, with a performance of Pieces by John Legend from his latest self-titled album, and focused on celebrating the winners of the night.
Ahead, here’s a quick recap of the highlights you may have missed—plus the complete list of winners and nominees of the Emmy Awards 2022.

AWARD HIGHLIGHTS

Succession wins Best Drama series amidst stiff competition
One of the most highly rated shows in recent television history, the HBO series, Succession was up for a whopping 25 Emmy nominations, with a record of 14 acting nominations. Apart from the coveted Best Drama series, they also won for best writing for a drama series, and Matthew Macfadyen took home the Emmy for best supporting actor in a drama. The series follows the power struggle of a highly dysfunctional family dynasty once their father-cum-CEO (played by Brian Cox) decides to retire.

Lee Jung-jae makes history with Emmy win
Despite this only being his first ever Emmy nomination, South Korean actor Lee Jung-jae took home the award and became the first foreign-launguage actor to win the Best Lead Actor in a drama category. The actor rose to global stardom after the brutal blockbuster quickly became Netflix’s best performing show to date. Prior to this, the actor also received the SAG Award and Critic’s Choice for his performance as Seong Gi-hun, a washed up gambler who joins a sadistic games arena in the hopes of winning a huge cash prize.

Zendaya is the youngest two-time Emmy-winning actress
Zendaya also made history after winning her second Emmy for her lead role in Euphoria, making her the first African-American actress to do so. The starlet and producer first won the award in 2020 for her performance as Rue, a teenager dealing with drug addiction. The HBO show has been receiving massive success since its release for its raw portrayal of troubled high school teens.

Amanda Seyfried nabs her first Emmy
In a career-first, Amanda Seyfried has scored an Emmy for her portrayal of Elizabeth Holmes in the Hulu miniseries. The Dropout follows the real-life ambitions of one Elizabeth Holmes who pioneered a healthcare technology that put millions at risk. The visibly nervous actress stated in her speech that she had the time of her life filming the show, and even adorably thanked her dog, Finn at the end.

Sheryl Lee Ralph breaks into song during acceptance speech

No, we don’t think we’ll ever be over Sheryl Lee Ralph’s thank you speech, and neither will the rest of the Internet. In a moment that truly epitomised the magic of live television, Ralph burst into a powerful rendition of Diane Reeves’ Endangered Species like the Broadway superstar she is. This win also marked a milestone in the actress’ career as many fans have been eagerly waiting for her to achieve mainstream recognition (she has been performing since the late 1970s). In the comedy Abbott Elementary, Ralph plays Barbara Howard, a teacher at an underfunded public school.

Lizzo is now halfway to an EGOT status
In case you weren’t aware—yes, Lizzo does have her own show! Scoring her first ever Emmy, Lizzo managed to beat out other popular competition programmes such as The Amazing Race and RuPaul’s Drag Race. She is now halfway to an EGOT status which refers to when a celebrity wins all four prestigious awards: Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony. Watch Out for the Big Grrrls debuted on Amazon Prime Video in March 2022. In the competition series, 13 women compete to become backup dancers for Lizzo, who also hosts the show. Amidst the fierce competition, the series is underlined by a strong message of self-love and body acceptance.

Squid Game wins big again with directorial win
Director Hwang Dong-hyuk swept the award for the Best Director in a drama category. Like Lee Jung-jae, this is the first time an Asian director has won in this category, making this a historic occasion for Asian representation all around the world. He is both the director and creator of the smash Netflix series which depicts a cruel dystopian-like survival show where contestants risk their lives in violent children’s games to win millions of dollars. He will return to direct the second installation of the show.

NOMINEES & WINNERS LIST
(Note: The winner of each category is highlighted in bold.)
Governors Award
Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media

Outstanding Drama Series
Better Call Saul
Euphoria
Ozark
Severance
Squid Game
Stranger Things
Succession
Yellowjackets

Outstanding Comedy Series
Abbott Elementary
Barry
Curb Your Enthusiasm
Hacks
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Only Murders in the Building
Ted Lasso
What We Do in the Shadows

Outstanding Limited or Anthology Series
Dopesick
The Dropout
Inventing Anna
Pam & Tommy
The White Lotus

Lead Actor in a Drama Series
Jason Bateman, Ozark
Brian Cox, Succession
Lee Jungjae, Squid Game
Bob Odenkirk, Better Call Saul
Adam Scott, Severance
Jeremy Strong, Succession

Lead Actress in a Drama Series
Jodie Comer, Killing Eve
Laura Linney, Ozark
Melanie Lynskey, Yellowjackets
Sandra Oh, Killing Eve
Reese Witherspoon, The Morning Show
Zendaya, Euphoria

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series
Donald Glover, Atlanta
Bill Hader, Barry
Nicholas Hoult, The Great
Steve Martin, Only Murders in the Building
Martin Short, Only Murders in the Building
Jason Sudeikis, Ted Lasso

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series
Rachel Brosnahan, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Quinta Brunson, Abbott Elementary
Kaley Cuoco, The Flight Attendant
Elle Fanning, The Great
Issa Rae, Insecure
Jean Smart, Hacks

Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
Colin Firth, The Staircase
Andrew Garfield, Under the Banner of Heaven
Oscar Isaac, Scenes from a Marriage
Michael Keaton, Dopesick
Himesh Patel, Station Eleven
Sebastian Stan, Pam & Tommy

Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
Toni Collette, The Staircase
Julia Garner, Inventing Anna
Lily James, Pam & Tommy
Sarah Paulson, Impeachment: An American Crime Story
Margaret Qualley, Maid
Amanda Seyfried, The Dropout

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
Nicholas Braun, Succession
Billy Crudup, The Morning Show
Kieran Culkin, Succession
Park Hae-soo, Squid Game
Matthew Macfadyen, Succession
John Turturro, Severance
Christopher Walken, Severance
Oh Yeong-su, Squid Game

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or a Movie
Murray Bartlett, The White Lotus
Jake Lacy, The White Lotus
Peter Sarsgaard, Dopesick
Michael Stuhlbarg, Dopesick
Seth Rogen, Pam & Tommy
Steve Zahn, The White Lotus

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series
Patricia Arquette, Severance
Julia Garner, Ozark
Jung Ho-yeon, Squid Game
Christina Ricci, Yellowjackets
Rhea Seehorn, Better Call Saul

 Smith-Cameron, Succession

Sarah Snook, Succession
Sydney Sweeney, Euphoria

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie
Connie Britton, The White Lotus
Jennifer Coolidge, The White Lotus
Alexandra Daddario, The White Lotus
Kaitlyn Dever, Dopesick
Natasha Rothwell, The White Lotus
Sydney Sweeney, The White Lotus
Mare Winningham, Dopesick

Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series
Anthony Carrigan, Barry
Brett Goldstein, Ted Lasso
Toheeb Jimoh, Ted Lasso
Nick Mohammed, Ted Lasso
Tony Shalhoub, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Tyler James Williams, Abbott Elementary
Henry Winkler, Barry
Bowen Yang, Saturday Night Live

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
Alex Borstein, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel
Hannah Einbinder, Hacks
Janelle James, Abbott Elementary
Kate McKinnon, Saturday Night Live
Sarah Niles, Ted Lasso
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Abbott Elementary
Juno Temple, Ted Lasso
Hannah Waddingham, Ted Lasso

Outstanding Variety Talk Series
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Late Night with Seth Meyers
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

Outstanding Variety Sketch Series
A Black Lady Sketch Show
Saturday Night Live

Outstanding Competition Program
The Amazing Race
Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls
Nailed It!
RuPaul’s Drag Race
Top Chef
The Voice

Outstanding Writing for a Drama Series
Thomas Schnauz, “Plan and Execution,” Better Call Saul
Chris Mundy, “A Hard Way to Go,” Ozark
Dan Erickson, “The We We Are,” Severance
Hwang Dong-hyuk, “One Lucky Day,” Squid Game
Jesse Armstrong, “All the Bells Say,” Succession
Jonathan Lisco, Ashley Lyle, Bart Nickerson, “F Sharp,” Yellowjackets
Ashley Lyle, Bart Nickerson, “Pilot,” Yellowjackets

Outstanding Writing for a Comedy Series
Quinta Brunson, “Pilot,” Abbott Elementary
Duffy Boudreau, “710N,” Barry
Alec Berg, Bill Hader, “starting now,” Barry
Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, Jen Statsky, “The One, The Only,” Hacks
Steve Martin, John Hoffman, “True Crime,” Only Murders in the Building
Jane Becker, “No Weddings and a Funeral,” Ted Lasso
Sarah Naftalis, “The Casino,” What We Do in the Shadows
Stefani Robinson, “The Wellness Center,” What We Do in the Shadows

Outstanding Writing for a Limited Series or Anthology Series or Movie
Danny Strong, “The People vs. Purdue Pharma,” Dopesick
Elizabeth Meriwether, “I’m in a Hurry,” The Dropout
Sarah Burgess, “Man Handled,” Impeachment: American Crime Story
Molly Smith Metzler, “Snaps,” Maid
Patrick Somerville, “Unbroken Circle,” Station Eleven
Mike White, The White Lotus

Outstanding Writing for a Variety Special
Ali Wong, Ali Wong: Don Wong
Ian Berger, Devin Delliquanti, Jennifer Flanz, Jordan Klepper, Zhubin Parang, and Scott Sherman, The Daily Show With Trevor Noah Presents: Jordan Klepper Fingers The Globe – Hungary For Democracy
Jerrod Carmichael, Jerrod Carmichael: Rothaniel
Nicole Byer, Nicole Byer: BBW (Big Beautiful Weirdo)
Norm Macdonald, Norm Macdonald: Nothing Special

Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series
Jason Bateman, “A Hard Way To Go,” Ozark
Ben Stiller, “The We We Are,” Severance
Hwang Dong-hyuk, “Red Light, Green Light,” Squid Game
Mark Mylod, “All The Bells Say,” Succession
Cathy Yan, “The Disruption,” Succession
Lorene Scafaria, “Too Much Birthday,” Succession
Karyn Kusama, “Pilot,” Yellowjackets

Outstanding Directing for a Comedy Series
Hiro Murai, “New Jazz,” Atlanta
Alec Berg and Bill Hader, “710N,” Barry
Lucia Aniello, “There Will Be Blood,” Hacks
Mary Lou Belli, “Baby Daddy Groundhog Day,” The Ms. Pat Show
Cherien Dabis, “The Boy from 6B,” Only Murders in the Building
Jamie Babbit, “True Crime,” Only Murders in the Building
MJ Delaney, “No Weddings and a Funeral,” Ted Lasso

Outstanding Directing for a Limited Series or Anthology Series or Movie
Danny Strong, “The People vs. Purdue Pharma,” Dopesick
Michael Showalter, “Green Juice,” The Dropout
Francesca Gregorini, “Iron Sisters,” The Dropout
John Wells, “Sky Blue,” Maid
Hiro Murai, “Wheel of Fire,” Station Eleven
Mike White, The White Lotus

For more pop culture news, head here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

tv shows
Hollywood
Emmy Awards
Zendaya
HBO
Apple TV Plus
Squid Game
hulu
award shows
emmy awards 2022
Lee Jungjae


Features
Maison Margiela: Why people love the cult fashion house
From 0 - 23, come solve the numbers

29.06.2022
By Pravin Nair

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

Fashion Insider: Content creator Eros Erfe on the inspiration behind the ‘Bags of KL’ series

A label held together by four stitches on the back of every piece of garment and accessory, one could only ever know the item is from the Maison Margiela unless you pay attention to it and know its meaning. This symbol would over time become synonymous with the deconstruction of clothing as an aesthetical purpose—an intent held very closely under the helm of the greatest and most mysterious designers of the 20th and 21st century: Martin Margiela.

It didn’t take the Belgian-born designer long before setting down his own unique roots in fashion. He graduated from the Antwerp’s Academy of Fine Arts and then got a three-year stint as renowned designer Jean Paul Gaultier’s design assistant. Suffice to say, Gaultier was that impressed with Margiela’s graduation collection. In 1988, he founded the iconic namesake label—then Maison Martin Margiela—in Paris with Jenny Meirens.
“Fashion’s invisible man”
So goes the title given by the New York Times, but rather than it stirring up controversy, Margiela’s decision to steer away from cameras and interviews garnered the fashion label a significant amount of attention due to the allusions he had set in place. After all, the first—and only—photograph to have been taken of the designer (which still remains unconfirmed) was by Marcio Mendira in 1997, 10 years after establishing himself within the industry. Even press statements are signed off with the pronoun “we” to this day.
The direction definitely set a precedent for the designer, urging a movement for avant-garde deconstruction and a quiet sense of discretion all while being loud—a dichotomy that was accepted by the masses. The real intention was to reset the focus on the clothing, rather than the personality behind it. But it wasn’t hard to keep your eyes on a Margiela piece.

Maison Martin Margiela Fall 1997

Maison Martin Margiela Fall 1997 Ready-to-Wear

Being a disruptor to the fashion aesthetic of the time, where clothing pieces were featured in cleaner cuts and polished finishings to mimic dressing up for high society, Margiela offered the opposite. Garments were intentionally left unfinished, seams were left on the outside of clothes, threads hung loose and certain skirts and dresses were repurposed from the most unassuming of items while keeping the intent of deconstruction at its helm.
So when you choose a Margiela piece, it’s because you value the work, the vision and the quality. You see the beauty behind exposed linings and seams, the sculpted (and sometimes boxy) silhouettes, and the unconventional textures and materials. Two words: deconstructed fashion.
Margiela: A visionary in deconstruction
Martin Margiela changed the narratives in regards to the deconstruction of fashion. Throughout his time at the label, he formed a movement that is still widely recognised to this day in other fashion houses as well. The anti-fashion thesis can be seen coming from designers like Rei Kawakubo (founder of Comme des Garçons) and Dries Van Noten.
However, from the beginning to present day, pieces from the house of Margiela are seen as unattainable and, simply put, cost a fortune. But when the main factor is the craftsmanship behind them, it’s easy to understand why. Having led his Maison as a seeker for higher meaning when it came to constructing clothes, his craftspeople furthered this goal by borrowing elements from the past and translating them into newfound garments that hold a revamped meaning for the present and future.

Maison Margiela Spring Summer 2022 by John Galliano

Maison Margiela Spring Summer 2022 by John Galliano

AnOtherMag shares that the designer and his team would scour the ends of the world for fabrics and materials to be used in their clothing. As of 2006, in response to the success the label was garnering, the Maison’s Artisanal line curated pieces like a tunic that was hand-constructed out of faux gold rings. Leather belts on the other hand were undone and brought back together to curate a pair of trousers.
Despite the fact that the house insisted the Artisanal collection was not of haute couture status, Maison Martin Margiela was recognised by the Haute Couture appellation from the Federation Francaise de la Couture in 2012 thanks to it.
A new era for Maison Margiela
Martin Margiela was so “invisible” that the designer abruptly resigned—or rather retired from the fashion world—in October 2009, leaving the label without a creative director for several years before John Galliano, whose previous experience included serving at house of Christian Dior and Givenchy, took over in 2014. Despite the lack of a creative lead, the label and its anonymous team continued to please and garner revenue. The Guardian reports that the only advice Martin Margiela gave Galliano was to “make it your own”.

The artisans of Maison Martin Margiela
For starters, Galliano trimmed the name ‘Martin’ in 2015. This was done to mark the change occurring within the Maison, all while recognising the commercial pieces that subsisted with the well-regarded Artisanal collection. The ethos of function that was practised within the Maison, however, still carries on today with a Galliano creative and quirky flair.

The meaning behind Maison Margiela’s numbers
Each number on the label refers to a different collection altogether. While spanning between 0 to 23, not all of the numbers are in use. Here’s what they signify:

0 – Garments remodelled by hand for women
0 10 – Garments remodelled by hand for men
1 – Women’s collection
3 – Fragrances
4 – Women’s wardrobe
6 – Gender-neutral garments (also known as MM6)
10 – Men’s collection
11 – Unisex accessories
13 – Objects and publications
14 – Men’s wardrobe
22 – Shoes for both women and men
SHOP: Iconic/Must-have Maison Margiela pieces
1. Brown slip-on Tabi loafers

SHOP HERE
The Tabi shoes are one of the most fashionably iconic and discernable shoes in the fashion world. Shaped like a camel’s toe, Margiela himself was the one who brought this shoe to life. He was inspired by the tabi sock that was a product due to an influx of cotton imports in 15th-century Japan.
2. Maison Margiela ‘Kiss’ Shirt

HISTORY: The Maison Margiela ‘Kiss’ Shirt from 2007pic.twitter.com/LnaENudRt0
— Outlander Magazine (@StreetFashion01) April 21, 2020

The Maison Margiela ‘Kiss’ Shirt is so iconic that it’s considered a rare find today. You’ll be lucky to find one and even if you do, expect to fork out around US$11,000. Fun fact: The kisses were said to have been placed by one of Margiela’s seamstresses. Of course, you can always recreate one yourself by purchasing this shirt from the Maison—and get a little help for the kisses from someone.
3. Beige leather phone pouch

SHOP HERE
Easy, accessible and necessary for any night (or day out), a pouch is a practical must-have. If you’ve yet to own a Margiela piece, why not start with this noteworthy item for its quiet take on the brand? Spot the very visible four signature white stitching on the back of the pouch.
4. Logo-embroidered cotton-jersey T-shirt

SHOP HERE
If you’re looking for something simple from Maison Margiela, consider the logo tee. Made from cotton, the T-shirt features an ironic take of the Maison’s logo, having it displayed upside down.
5. Green cotton shirt

SHOP HERE
This is a particularly interesting piece. It’s 100 per cent cotton, features three patches of pockets, and in place of buttons is a series of self-tie ribbon closures. You’ll find the iconic four stitches on the strap at the back.
For more fashion stories, click here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Maison Martin Margiela
fashion history
Deconstructed Fashion
John Galliano
Jean Paul Gaultier
Maison Margiela


Watch the Givenchy SS18 livestream here

Fashion
Watch the Givenchy SS18 livestream here
#TransformationSeduction

27.09.2017
By Joan Kong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

All eyes are on Givenchy as artistic director Clare Waight Keller makes her highly-anticipated debut for SS18 with her first menswear and womenswear collection later today. Leading up the show, the brand has launched a contest on the streets of Paris with a series of tear-off posters featuring Purrkins the Cat where you can stand a chance to win tickets the show. Many may have noticed the abundance of cat references in the series of teasers unveiled by the brand, and Clare explained her decision saying, “I love the idea of a woman with a feline air. A person may seem slightly reserved, but they have that serene, straightforward gaze. They’re seductive. You want to meet them, know more about them, and be like them. I wanted to play with that modern attitude and expression because I feel like it’s an apt metaphor for Givenchy’s current evolution”.

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS CAT? Find the #GivenchySS18 cat posters on the streets of Paris and browse the secret URL to win your ticket to the Givenchy Spring Summer 2018 Women’s & Men’s fashion show by @clarewaightkeller in Paris this Sunday.
A post shared by GIVENCHY (@givenchyofficial) on Sep 25, 2017 at 4:26am PDT

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Clare Waight Keller
Fashion
Givenchy
Paris Fashion Week
livestream
SS18


Beauty
Supergoop! launches a sunscreen for Every. Single. Face. in Singapore
Sun's out!

02.06.2022
By Redzhanna Jazmin

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Launched in 2007, Supergoop! set out to change the way the world approached sunscreen. Now, 15 years on with an award-winning lineup of suncare in tow, the brand has launched its most versatile formulation yet: Every. Single. Face.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Supergoop! (@supergoop)

The Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion SPF50 sunscreen is the brand’s first truly universal formula, made for every skin type and skin tone. To learn more about the new product, we took a trip to Singapore to attend the brand’s official South East Asia launch, where we sat down with Supergoop!’s International Senior Vice President, Natalia Obolensky—here’s the inside scoop:
READ: Sunscreen 101: Your guide to all things SPF (and PA++++)

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Supergoop! (@supergoop)

This new launch is unlike any other sunscreen in Supergoop!’s collection. While the brand is known for its impressive range of multitasking suncare essentials—the Unseen Sunscreen, Glow Screen, and Matte Screen double as makeup primers while the Daily Dose Vitamin C SPF40 Serum is more of a skincare essential than a suncare standalone—they were yet to create an everyday formulation for all… until now.
Serum-like in texture and delightfully lightweight, the Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion glides onto the skin easily, absorbing instantly and leaving a moisturisng film behind with absolutely no white cast—that’s right, even for those with the deepest of skin tones.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Supergoop! (@supergoop)

“We wanted to create a solid, everyday universal sunscreen. It’s called Every. Single. Face because it’s intended to be worn on every single face, in every single place, every single day,” explains Obolensky. “We made sure it had that barely-there finish so it could sit on any skin tone and skin type, and we made sure that it checked all the boxes.”
Packed with avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate and octocrylene filters, Every. Single. Face. is a clean chemical sunscreen that offers broad-spectrum protection against the sun, blocking out both UVA and UVB rays. That’s not where the benefits end, though—the new formulation also goes a step further, harnessing the power of the industry’s buzziest skincare actives to create a caring formula that caters to a range of different skin types.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Supergoop! (@supergoop)

“We really wanted it to have universal benefits, so it has got some really exciting ingredients in it.” Obolensky elaborates. “Amino acids lock in hydration so that [the formulation] is not drying to dry or dehydrated skin, there’s no oil in the formula so that it’s not greasy on oily skin, and there’s niacinamide in there which controls oil levels and refines the pores. It can be layered, used under makeup, used as your last step, or used at the beach as it’s highly water-resistant.” In short, it is a versatile formulation that suits everyone and anyone.
Further, those worried about how the sunscreen will perform in Malaysia’s sweltering heat need not fret—Every. Single. Face. has been specially formulated for our tropical climate: “The Every. Single. Face. sold in [South East Asia] is actually different to the one sold in the US. It has been specially formulated for the hotter and more humid climate, so it is actually a lighter version of the sunscreen,” Obolensky reveals. “Both are very universal, but it was just a slight tweak to make it with slightly less oil so it holds up better in the humidity.”
READ: Reviewed: Supergoop!’s Every. Single. Face. sunscreen

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Supergoop! (@supergoop)

In short, the new sunscreen is meant to be your new go-to, and this philosophy is even reflected in the packaging. According to Obolensky, “the circle represents two different things: The first is the sun, which we’re protecting you from. The second is the cycle of every single day—putting on your sunscreen in the morning and reapplying regularly.”
Of course, it also helps that the packaging is perfectly portable so you can follow through on your routine reapplication!
PS: For those concerned about how the sun lotion reapplies, rest assured that it layers over itself like a dream; no pilling, no cast and absolutely no greasiness. While it hasn’t been formulated to be reapplied over a full face of makeup, it can be effortlessly layered with Supergoop!’s other products, such as the Glow Stick or the (Re)setting Mineral Powder.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by BURO Malaysia (@buromalaysia)

BURO’s top tips for Supergoop!’s Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion SPF50:

Apply at least ¼ teaspoon of the Every. Single. Face. Watery Lotion to cover your face (Obolensky says “If in doubt, add a little more”)
Wait for a few minutes for your sunscreen to absorb into your skin before stepping outside or moving on to the next step in your morning routine.
Reapply every four to six hours—sooner if you’re sweating or swimming!

SHOP EVERY. SINGLE. FACE.
This interview has been edited for clarity and length. Find out more about BURO’s favourite sunscreens here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Beauty
Skincare
SPF
Sunscreen
Supergoop


Fashion
Milan Fashion Week AW16: Day Three and Four
Polar opposites

28.02.2016
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

At Bottega Veneta, very grown up, very elegant women were being sent down the catwalk. “It’s all wearable. That’s why we make clothes,” explained Tomas Maier. “It’s not for the show, it’s for the people. I am always thinking about them and what works for their lives.” It was a wonderful way to perceive fashion. No buttons were pushed, allowing you to see a wide range of women coveting and actually wearing said clothes. Jil Sander and Agnona were in much the same vein. Zegna’s sister has found its new leader in Simon Holloway, and his creative charge spoke to the heart of Agnona: quiet, yes, but ultra luxurious and supremely well-crafted. Rodolfo Paglialunga is beginning to return Jil Sander to its beginnings. Minimalism reigned: clean, unfussy lines in quiet tones that served as an apt reminder that empty vessels make the most noise.

For the girl who prefers a little more colour/print/pattern in her life, there were options aplenty at Marco de Vincenzo, Tod’s and Versace. At Tod’s, Alessandra Facchinetti worked with artist and frequent collaborator of Kanye West, Vanessa Beecroft, in a performance piece designed to show the skill of the artisans. Karlie Kloss lay draped across a table while being sewn into a leather dress. Gimmicks aside, the clothes were free-spirited and what you’d imagine a girl in a rock band might want to wear. Versace showed a sportier side, with biker jackets in neoprene and scuba-inspired dresses, all with Donatella’s undeniable sex appeal.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Fashion
Collections


PFW SS16: Balmain

Fashion
PFW SS16: Balmain
Ruffled to the nines

02.10.2015
By Su Fen Tan

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

“A unique Balmain DNA“—surely that is what Olivier Rousteing has embraced and developed since he took creative reign at the luxury house four years ago, and that was exactly what his Spring/Summer ’16 collection conveyed. Feminine ruffles shared the limelight with sultry crisscross constructions and lattice designs, portraying the Balmain woman who is bold and sexy, yet exudes soft sensuality as she wishes.
Statement accessories were key on the runway, with dangling chandelier earrings, oversized metal collars and wide belts to cinch the looks with strong punctuation.
When a fashion powerhouse puts on a show backed by a designer who is a social media star in his own right and his Balmain army of supermodels, expect no less than a star-studded affair—this season’s front row included Diplo, Jada Pinkett Smith, Travis Scott, Joe Jonas, and Kris Jenner.
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Balmain SS16″ rid=”3505″ order=”a_tstamp”}

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Fashion
Spring
Paris Fashion Week
Collections
SS16
Balmain


Film, TV + Theatre
Best new K-dramas to watch this February on Netflix: Valentine’s Day edition

05.02.2022
By Genie Leong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

The arrival of February means that Valentine’s Day is upon us and love is in the air, so what better way to celebrate the occasion than cuddling up on the couch and streaming a romantic K-drama? Whether you’re with someone special this year, planning a Galentine’s Day get-together with the besties or spending time with yourself, this month’s new Korean releases will have you head over heels.
From youthful love to workplace romances to playful kinks—February’s K-drama releases have a little something for all romantics.
1) Love and Leashes

When and where: 11 February 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Seohyun (Private Lives), Lee Jun-Young (Let Me Be Your Knight)
Who’s behind it: Park Hyun Jin (Like for Likes)
Fifty Shades of Grey, but way more wholesome and heart-warming? Sign us up! Co-workers Jung Ji-Woo (Seohyun) and Jung Ji-Hoo (Lee Jun-Young) have contrasting personalities despite having very similar names, and have maintained a cordial, professional relationship despite Ji-Woo’s hidden feelings for her cold but admired colleague. When a package containing a dog collar belonging to Ji-Hoo is accidentally passed to Ji-Woo due to a mix-up with their names, she unknowingly unearths Ji-Hoo’s secret S&M fetish. Ji-Hoo is touched when Ji-Woo doesn’t judge him, and the two of them agree to enter a temporary relationship centred around Ji-Hoo’s secret kink, but could there be more on the cards for the unusual couple? Tune in to find out what goes on beyond their racy contract.
Click here to watch
2) Twenty-Five, Twenty-One

When and where: 12 February 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Kim Tae-Ri (Mr Sunshine), Nam Joo-Hyuk (Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-Joo)
Who’s behind it: Jung Ji-Hyun (You Are My Spring)
Beginning in 1998 in the midst of the South Korea financial crisis, Na Hee-Do (Kim Tae-Ri) is a member of her high school fencing team whose prodigal dreams get cut short when her team is forced to disband due to budget cuts. Baek Yi-Jin (Nam Joo-Hyuk) is also abruptly forced to change course when the crisis causes his father’s business to go bankrupt, and his once lavish lifestyle becomes a thing of the past. First meeting when they’re 18 and 22, when their lives took a sharp turn, they cross paths again three years later at ages 21 and 25 when Hee-Do manages to fight her way onto the sabre fencing national team and Yi-Jin is a sports reporter for a broadcasting network. A tale of youth, hardships, and fate-like romance grown in difficult times, this is a touching tale you will not want to miss.
Click here to watch
3) Forecasting Love and Weather

When and where: 12 February 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Park Min-Young (What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim), Song Kang (Sweet Home)
Who’s behind it: Cha Young-Hoon (When the Camellia Blooms)
The weather can be unpredictable, and the same can be said for romance that blossoms in the office of the Korea Meteorological Administration. General forecaster Jin Ha-Kyung (Park Min-Young) is a highly intelligent but self-isolated individual, while special reporter Lee Shi-Woo (Song Kang) seems clumsy and carefree on the outside, but is deeply passionate and focused on the inside. The two co-workers make an ambitious pair, but is love in the stars for the two of them, or will their different personalities and challenging workplace dynamics brew up a storm too tough to handle? Through chilly rain and sweltering heat, make sure to tune in to this swoon-worthy drama—we’re hoping for clear skies with a chance of love.
Click here to watch
4) Thirty-Nine

When and where: 16 February 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Son Ye-Jin (Crash Landing on You), Jeon Mi-Do (Hospital Playlist), Kim Ji-Hyun (Backstreet Rookie)
Who’s behind it: Kim Sang-Ho (Age of Youth 2)
Cha Mi-Jo (Son Ye-Jin), Jung Chan-Young (Jeon Mi-Do), and Jang Joo-Hee (Kim Ji-Hyun) are a trio of best friends who all come from different backgrounds and lifestyles. Mi-Jo is the head dermatologist at a Gangnam clinic and comes from a wealthy, caring family with everything one can ask for; Chan-Young once dreamed of becoming an actress but has ended up as an acting coach, who is admired for her blunt yet sincere way of speech; Joo-Hee is a department store cosmetics manager and due to her timid personality, has yet to experience a romantic relationship. As the trio arrives on the brink of turning 40, their family, career, and love life experience changes. They must learn to lean and support each other in new ways, through thick and thin. Intertwining romance and friendship, this K-drama depicts all sorts of love.
Click here to watch
5) A Business Proposal

When and where: 21 February 2022 on Netflix
Who’s in it: Kim Se-Jeong (The Uncanny Counter), Ahn Hyo-Seop (Lovers of the Red Sky)
Who’s behind it: Park Seon-Ho (My Strange Hero)
Blind dates can be a pleasant surprise or extremely awkward, and when Shin Ha-Ri (Kim Se-Jeong) agrees to take her friend Young-Seo’s place on a blind date in exchange for some money, she’s shocked to find out that her date is none other than Kim Tae-Mu, the CEO of the company she works for. A workaholic, he’s annoyed that his grandfather sets him up on blind dates. Wanting to placate his grandfather, Tae-Mu decides to marry the girl on the next date he’s forced to go on, expecting to meet Jin Young-Seo, the daughter of a chaebol family. Unbeknownst to him, the woman he meets is not Young-Seo, but Ha-Ri pretending to be her instead. Will this blind date spell the beginning of true love for the both of them or will it end in disaster and heartbreak? Tune in to find out!
Click here to watch
Find more shows to watch in our previous BURO K-drama Guides

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

tv guide
k-drama
Netflix
Korean dramas


Culture
#BuroArtBeat: 11 local artists create unique glass bubble artworks for charity
Craft Your Dreams

17.02.2017
By Gwen Ong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

To mark the first ever virtual reality exhibition of its kind in Malaysia where we’ll unveil the Tilt Brush by Google, Buro 24/7 Malaysia is hosting a charity drive to raise funds for the SPCA. Eleven Malaysian artists have each been given a glass bubble to reinterpret as a tribute to the Corum Bubble timepiece.

Corum, one of the partners of #BuroArtBeat, first introduced the Bubble collection in 2000 which set the bar high in creativity and wow factor. Drawing on this inspiration, we threw the challenge to our local talents.

With the theme ‘Craft Your Dreams’, the artists were given free reign to put their creative spin on the bubble-shaped glasses. The end results are imaginative and ingenious. These one-of-a-kind artworks will be auctioned off during the #BuroArtBeat event with proceeds going towards the welfare of the animals at the SPCA.

Which is your favourite “Bubble”?
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”buroartbeat charity corum bubble glass” rid=”4825″ order=”a_tstamp”}
You can also show your support for the SPCA on Facebook where Buro 24/7 Malaysia is currently running a charity drive as well. Like and share the post (and hashtag #BuroArtBeat of course) – we’ll be donating RM1 to the SPCA for every shared post on Facebook. Campaign ends on 23 February 2017, so make every share count!

Related stories:
#BuroArtBeat: Virtual reality art comes to Malaysia
#BuroArtBeat: Artists, Wong Chee Meng and Ruzzeki Harris on Tilt Brush by Google

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Exhibition
Art
#BuroArtBeat
charity
Corum
Google


MFW SS16: Emilio Pucci

Fashion
MFW SS16: Emilio Pucci

25.09.2015
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Our review will be posted shortly.
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Emilio Pucci SS16″ rid=”3451″ order=”a_tstamp”}

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Fashion
Fashion Week
Spring
Collections
Milan Fashion Week
SS16
MFW
Emilio Pucci


Watches
Discover the world of Hermès Cape Cod in this interactive special project
Creation, collaboration, colour

23.12.2016
By Gwen Ong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

The Cartier Privé collection is about history and modernity

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Watches
Hermes
Timepiece


Lifestyle
Ask A Chef: Dining trends, bizarre food requests, comfort food, and more
Dishing out the details

28.10.2022
By Natalie Khoo

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

As Malaysians, we always talk about our love of food, but how much do we know about the people that serve them at some of the best restaurants in town? Like many other service industries, the culinary world is rife with challenges and ever-changing trends to keep up with consumer demands.
In this chapter of our Ask A __ series, we speak to three locally renowned chefs for an insider’s perspective on the culinary industry, including their most bizarre food requests, dining trends, and more.

Raymond Tham, Executive Chef and co-owner of Beta and Skillet

When did you realise you wanted to become a chef and why?
I’ve always dreamt of being a chef and owning a restaurant since I was six or seven years old. Growing up, I learnt how to cook dishes from my mother and grandmother, and also did my own experiments in the kitchen. While many young kids were watching cartoons, I was watching cooking shows such as Yan Can Cook.

How would you describe “good food”?
Good food to me is harmonious, well-balanced, and well-executed.

What is something most people (outside the industry) don’t know about your job as a chef?
I think a lot of people assume chefs will cook at home for their loved ones, or that it’s a glamourous job that makes you look like a superstar (like chefs you see on TV). In real life, chefs work like crazy with super long hours. It’s very stressful and you won’t able to take it without both mental and physical strength.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Raymond Tham (@raymondtham)

What is the most bizarre food order/request you have ever received?
I’ve had some people requesting for a vegetarian option or citing allergies for ingredients they don’t like, when they are actually not a practising vegetarian or allergic to said ingredient.

Name one dining trend that you hope to see more of and one that you will not allow in your kitchen.
One dining trend I hope to see more of is sustainable cooking, where we try to utilise every part of the animal or vegetable so there’s less wastage. Something I will not allow, on the other hand, is using the most expensive or premium ingredients, but without much thought or creativity—that’s just a waste of good produce.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁 | 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 (@skilletat163)

What is your go-to comfort food and where would you recommend trying it?
My go-to comfort food is chicken hor fun and one of my favourite places to try it is at Guang Ji Ho Fun and Chicken Rice in Jalan San Peng, Pudu.

What is the most valuable piece of advice you have for aspiring chefs?
Things won’t come easy. You have to work hard for it and don’t judge a book by its cover.
Follow Chef Raymond on Instagram for more updates or visit Beta, Skillet, and Burnt & Co. to discover his food.

Mandy Goh, Executive Chef of The RuMa

When did you realise you wanted to become a chef and why?
During my Form Five year, after SPM, I started to discover an unwavering passion for the culinary field. My late father tried persuading me to pursue engineering, however, I went against the grain and decided to choose my own path in the world of culinary arts. I was heavily inspired by observing the chefs in Penang’s hawker centres and their “wok stirring dance” techniques, and I wanted to be just like one of them. During my pursuit, my late uncle aided me tremendously by securing me a position in Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur. There, I discovered the wonders and diversity of the culinary arts, which influenced my decision in further pursuing my passion in this sector.

How would you describe “good food”?
Good food is a journey and experience that creates an everlasting memory through the palates of every individual, by curating recipes with quality produce and meticulous techniques.

What is something most people (outside the industry) don’t know about your job as a chef?
Most people who are not in the culinary industry aren’t aware of the amount of time and effort that goes into creating each dish. It all starts from research and development of the menu, curating each dish through a variety of ingredients, then further adjusting each of them, test plating, before finally officialising the menu. The life of a chef is complex and not as easy as some may think it to be. Being a chef, you truly need passion, grit, a great palate, and creativity. There are long hours on your feet, constant changes, and having to adapt and improvise in certain circumstances.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Mandy Goh (@manlovecook)

What is the most bizarre food order/request you have ever received?
Occasionally, I receive some bizarre food orders and it’s quite a challenge to convince the diners who have specific preferences. For example, I had a request to cook charcuterie meats (with heat) as the customer thought they were still raw (context: the way charcuterie is made doesn’t involve heat-based cooking). However, at the end of the day, I was able to educate them to try something different, which was a gratifying experience to be able to do so.

Name one dining trend that you hope to see more of and one that you will not allow in your kitchen.
For me, any dining trend or concept may or may not work depending on the general market’s opinions. Every chef puts 100 per cent of effort into producing a concept or a trend but it may not be suitable as everybody’s preferences are different. In today’s society, it is very easy to criticise dining concepts on social media but I would prefer for the customers to make it known directly to the service crew or the chefs.
If I had to name one tricky dining trend, I would say vegetarian dégustation menus. Perhaps it requires a couple more years to educate diners about how natural products can be more valuable than protein. I won’t be stubborn about this by saying I would not allow it in my kitchen, but I think we still need to educate diners not to compare the prices we offer in Malaysia versus other countries. Unfortunately, we still have comments until today that the prices for Malaysian restaurants are overly expensive.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Mandy Goh (@manlovecook)

What is your go-to comfort food and where would you recommend trying it?
Without a doubt, my first choice for my go-to comfort food will most definitely be Penang street food. I like to go to the markets such as Cecil Street Market, Chowrasta, and Chai Leng Park for local homey food prepared by “uncles” and  “aunties”—who are the best chefs, in my opinion.

What is the most valuable piece of advice you have for aspiring chefs?
Remember that you have to have passion, an open mind, and love in what you do. Be sure to have grit and humility, and always strive to learn and grow.
Follow Chef Mandy on Instagram or visit Atas to discover her food.

Diego Reali, Executive Chef of the Cinnamon Group

When did you realise you wanted to become a chef and why?
I was about 15 years old when I was inspired by my mother and grandmother and their delicious flavours and techniques with home cooking.

How would you describe “good food”?
For me, good food is anything that is strong in flavour. I dislike bland dishes and truly believe that the stronger the flavour, the better the food!

What is something most people (outside the industry) don’t know about your job as a chef?
It’s very stressful with long hours. But being a chef is my passion, so I enjoy every bit of it. It is also very rewarding to see the guests so happy eating my food.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by DIEGO THE CHEF (@realidiego)

What is the most bizarre food order/request you have ever received?
I think I can write a book about it! But if I had to name one, I remember there was one customer who ordered nasi lemak wagyu with chili padi at Natalina!

Name one dining trend that you hope to see more of and one that you will not allow in your kitchen.
Casual dining is the way to go! I dislike omakase and will never allow this in my kitchen. If your food is good, you don’t need the extra “fluff”, in my opinion.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Natalina (@natalinaitalian)

What is your go-to comfort food and where would you recommend trying it?
I really enjoy the Malay food in Malaysia, especially masak lemak cili api (Malaysian chicken curry) and the best ones are in KL city. Of course, being an Italian, I love Italian food as well—pasta and pizza will always be my comfort food, and as for where? Natalina, of course!

What is the most valuable piece of advice you have for aspiring chefs?
You need to have passion and knowledge. Being a chef is not only about knowing how to cook, but you also need to know the business and what your guests enjoy. It’s like combining business and good food.
Follow Chef Diego on Instagram for more updates or visit Natalina to discover his food.

Read more Ask A __ stories here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

lifestyle
career
Interview
Malaysian chefs
Ask A _


Watches
High jewellery by Bulgari redefines the meaning of arm candy
Sweet treats

03.07.2017
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

The Cartier Privé collection is about history and modernity

Revelry runs deep in the blood of the Italians. Calling the Festa an integral part of life in the region, Lucia Silvestri, Jewellery Creation and Gem Buying Director at Bulgari says, “The main inspiration of the Festa collection is happiness. Joy, and sharing that joy with others in a public or private celebration is very much part of the Italian art de vivre. I have experienced it all my life. This is something you can find in Rome, in Venice, in Tuscany, in Puglia, everywhere in Italy.”

“The theme is closely linked to Bulgari, as one of the purposes of our jewels is to give joy and happiness to the women who wear them. A woman who wears Bulgari jewels is also a woman who has a grasp on her life. She can chose her way and make her destiny larger than anyone would have ever dreamed.”

{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Bulgari festa-candies” rid=”5188″ order=”a_tstamp”}

The mirth of various Italian celebrations inform many of the jewels that make up the collection. The first turns back the clock to days of unadulterated joy. Childlike glee at the sight of party treats are captured as precious memories encased in precious stones. Confectionery-inspired pieces of gold and enamel receive the luxe treatment with tourmalines, jade and diamonds.

{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”Bulgari Festa-palio” rid=”5190″ order=”a_tstamp”}

Festivities in the bright Tuscan sun produced this next set. The legendary horse race of Siena, the Palio, lends its livery to the jewellery. On the necklace, a strand of colourful emblems represent the 17 contrade or districts of the city that are chosen to participate in the prestigious event. Meanwhile, the real heroes of the race—the noble steed—are extolled in diamonds and rubies.

The Tarantella, a popular dance with an amusing history tells the tale behind a sparkling web-like creation. Originally, the dance was devised as a cure to the venomous bite of the tarantula where victims had to dance to exhaustion. Now, it’s a tradition that has taken the South of Italy by storm-and people dance till dawn, for pleasure.

Celebrate along with Bulgari and discover the rest of this festive high jewellery collection, Festa.

Related stories:
The new Diagono Scuba by Bulgari you can spot from a mile away
Hypnotic seduction in the form of Bulgari Viper Rings
Bulgari unveils two news stores in Malaysia

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Watches and Jewellery
Bulgari
High jewellery


Beauty
Nars has a new foundation and it comes in 33 amazing shades
A radiant glow? Check.

08.01.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

It’s not easy to come by a foundation that promises a glowing, lit-from-within radiance without resulting in you sporting an oil slick on your face by lunchtime. If you’ve tried all methods to set your foundation but to no avail — from setting powders to blotting papers, the latest offering from Nars might easily dethrone your current Holy Grail foundation.
This new wonder base is the Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation, and it is pretty straightforward (as its name suggests). The first 16-hour, fade-resistant foundation from the professional makeup brand boasts a medium-to-full buildable coverage that stays put even if you’re out and about. Think a dewy, all natural finish that doesn’t look like you’ve caked on layers of foundation on your skin.

The beauty lies in its formula — thanks to a patent-pending technology, its texture is weightless with a ‘bendability’ that gives it a skin-like effect. What it does is improves skin by the hour with a complex made of raspberry, apple, and watermelon extracts — all made to support the skin’s elastic fibers for improved skin texture. Also, specialised pigments will fuse with the skin to vie for your closest match. Available in 33 shades, it’d be hard-pressed to walk away from a Nars store without finding your match. Check out all colours here:
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”[Стандартная] NARS Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation Colour” rid=”5821″ order=”a_tstamp”}

Available this February at NARS Cosmetics Suria KLCC, Pavilion KL, Mid Valley Megamall, Sunway Pyramid and Parkson Gurney Plaza

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

News
Beauty
NARS


Breaking: Raf Simons is joining Prada

Style
Breaking: Raf Simons is joining Prada

23.02.2020
By Joan Kong

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

The ultimate wedding shoe guide for the bridal party

After months of speculation, Prada has announced that Raf Simons is joining the brand as co-creative director alongside Miuccia Prada, and the duo will take on “equal responsibilities for creative input and decision-making”, according to a statement by the brand on Instagram. They will be presenting their first collection this September during Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2021 at its womenswear show. The Belgian designer is one of the most well-loved figures in the industry, having helmed labels including Jil Sander, Christian Dior, and most recently, Calvin Klein.
“This partnership, encompassing all creative facets of the Prada label, is born from a deep reciprocal respect and from an open conversation—it is a mutual decision, proposed and determined by both parties. It opens a new dialogue, between designers widely acknowledged as two of the most important and influential of today,” according to the press release issued during a press conference at the Prada headquarters today. Fashion fans, keep calm and wait for September.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Prada
Fashion
Raf Simons
Creative Director
Miuccia Prada


Style
Christmas 2019: What the celebs wore to celebrate the jolly holiday

26.12.2019
By Stephanie Boey

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

The ultimate wedding shoe guide for the bridal party

Happy Christmas, everybody! The first day of Christmas has officially passed us, and as we recuperate from the recent festivities, let’s take a look at what our favourite famous people wore to celebrate the holiday. Kylie Jenner and baby Stormi wore matching Ralph & Russo couture satin gowns in a lush forest green hue for an adorable mummy and mini me OOTD. Zara Larsson paid tribute to Dr. Seuss‘ beloved Christmas anti-hero—The Grinch—in a chequered bomber jacket, lined with furry green trim.
Models Lily Aldridge and Karen Elson showed up to a party wearing the same dress by London designer, The Vampire’s Wife. But no shade here, great minds think alike! Bella Hadid looked ready to brave the winter storm in chunky platform boots, while on the opposite side of the world, Jennifer Lopez kicked up a sizzle in Miami with red latex leggings and a sports bra. The caption read: Baby, it’s warm outside. Warm? Ain’t that the truth! That’s an understatement—she’s on fire!
Scroll for a look at what more celebrities wore to celebrate!
Kylie Jenner

Kim Kardashian

Bella Hadid

Jennifer Lopez

Karen Elson and Lily Aldridge

Tracee Ellis Ross

Zara Larrsson

Sofia Richie

Chiara Ferragni

The Beckham men

Hilary Duff

The Cyrus family

Millie Bobby Brown

Antoni Porowski

Olivia Culpo

Yara Shahidi

Irene Kim

Nicole Warne

Chriselle Lim

Caroline Daur

Alessandra Ambrosio

Elsa Hosk

Josephine Skriver

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Christmas
Instagram
Buro Christmas Village 2
Buro Christmas Village
Celebrity
Fashion
ootd


NYFW AW23: Coach throws an intimate house party in the heart of NYC


Beauty
4 Local one-stop beauty sites to bookmark on your browser
Homegrown labels

03.08.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Malaysia’s beauty scene has seen a mushrooming of e-commerce beauty sites, all offering the best in the market—be it local liquid lipstick brands or hard-to-find K-beauty essentials. Get clicking to restock your beauty shelf or sit back and enjoy a round of virtual window shopping with these websites:

MySmink

Founded mid-2017 by sisters Nadia and Diana Nasimuddin, MySmink currently offers more than 35 made-in-Malaysia brands, including Painted Cosmetics, Nita, and Chiq Supply, alongside celebrity-backed brands such as Madu Cosmetics (by singer Hunny Madu) and Madame Izara (by actress Izara Aishah). MySmink also caters for the Muslim consumers with a curated selection of halal-certified beauty products.

Hermo Malaysia

Are you a major K-beauty fan who finds it hard to get your hands on brands such as A’Pieu, Chosungah 22 and B.liv? Local startup Hermo is your go-to for its extensive range of brands from across the globe, including USA, Korea, Japan and Taiwan. One of the upsides of e-shopping here is the flash deals that are offered on a regular basis. And if you aren’t satisfied with your purchase, send it back within 14 days—no questions asked!

Kurator

If your beauty is one part Korean and three parts natural, explore premium skincare retailer Kurator’s options online, comprising brands such as Blossom Jeju, Huxley, Polatam, and more. All the products from each brand are crafted primarily from natural ingredients sans unnecessary chemicals and additives. One must-try is Wish Formula’s C200 Bubble Peeling Pad—a bubble mesh pad formulated with Vitamin C and fermented solution that serves as an exfoliator that will also give you a mild peel.

Prettysuci

Conceptualised by entrepreneurs Tunku Dato’ Kaiyisah Kamil Ikram and Natasha Mohammad Ozeir, Pretty Suci is Malaysia’s first e-commerce site that sells 100% halal-certified beauty products. But whether you’re looking for halal or non-halal products, the site has an amalgamation of brands for an all-encompassing demographic, including natural-ingredients-only Tom’s of Maine, baby care Joielle, and their very own matte Prettysuci liquid lipsticks.

Related stories:
This local organic beauty brand’s products are (seriously) good enough to eat
4 New lip products we’re crushing on this month

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Beauty
Skincare
Shopping
Merdeka
Malaysia Day
Makeup


Lifestyle
The longlist for the Booker Prize 2020 is out and it’s a huge win for debut female authors

28.07.2020
By Marissa Chin

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

It might seem like a timely coincidence that after the prestigious literary foundation dropped the “Man” from its name to simply become Booker Prize following a fallout with its main sponsor early last year, the longlist announced today was nothing short of a celebration of female narratives.
The Booker Prize Award is one of the most distinguished literary awards, dating back to 1969. Which is why the longlist is both surprising and monumental at the same time: out of the 13 longlisted authors, eight of them are debut novelists and nine of them are women. It is a conpemdium of diversity and inclusivity with authors hailing from United Kingdom, China and Zimbabwe.
Here are just some of the absolute must-reads from the list to add to your summer reading list.

Hilary Mantel – The Mirror & The Light

All eyes are on Mantel as she’s poised as the fan-favourite to win the whole thing in November. In case you’re wondering why: she already won the Booker Prize in 2009 and 2012 for her books in the Cromwell series. With the final instalment in her Cromwell trilogy, The Mirror & The Light, will she be able to score a hat trick? Whether she does or not, you should still pick these books up if you’re a fan of historical fiction. The Cromwell trilogy follows the rise of Thomas Cromwell’s power during Henry VII’s reign—and anyone who can make history classes sound fun and exciting is a win in our books.
Avni Doshi – Burnt Sugar

In a searing debut novel, Doshi weaves together a tale of love, betrayal and sacrifice. Tara was a wild spirit in her youth—she abandoned a loveless marriage, had a brief stint as a beggar and followed a homeless ‘artist’ around, all with her young child in tow. Now, Tara starts to forget things and her daughter finds herself having to care for a woman who never cared for her. Burnt Sugar will silently slice through your heart with its haunting choice of words but you won’t be able to put it down.
Maaza Mengiste – The Shadow King

Mengiste’s second novel is a modern song of war to all the female warriors of the world. It’s a gripping epic set during Mussolini’s invasion of Ethiopia in 1935 and champions the voice of women soldiers who were left out of historical records. Follow the journey of protagonist Hirut as she goes from lowly maid to proud warrior.
Kiley Reid – Such a Fun Age

One of the most talked-about books amongst literary enthusiasts is Reid’s second piece of fiction published in December 2019. While it is technically classified as a fiction, the story of Emiria, an African-American who is accused of kidnapping a white child (who she babysits), hits closer to home to most. It’s almost like something you can imagine seeing going viral on Twitter. It’s witty and offers biting racial satire that will have you both enraged and entertained.
Colum McCann – Apeirogon

Apeirogon is an epic novel that explores the unlikely friendship between two fathers. Bassam Aramin is Palestinian; Rami Elhanan is Israeli. While both men cannot seem to be any more different, they are brought together by heartbreaking acts of tragedy. While Aramin and Elhanan’s begin to find peace within themselves through their friendship, their act of kindness begins to permeate an age-old conflict. We wouldn’t say Apeirogon is a light read by any means but it’s a hugely rewarding experience that you won’t regret picking up.
C Pam Zhang – How Much of These Hills is Gold

In an incredible debut novel, Zhang reimagines the wild West in a captivating and unique story that blends elements of Chinese symbolism and the immigrant perspective. A story about two orphaned siblings, Lucy and Sam find themselves in a scary land that wants nothing to do with them. In their bid to bury their father, they unearth harrowing stories of the past, family secrets and a reinvigorated yearning for home.
Tsitsi Dangarembga – This Mournable Body

30 years after her stunning debut novel, Nervous Conditions, Dangarembga returns with This Mournable Body and it’s absolutely worth the wait. The text chronicles the life of Tambudzai who is desperately trying to survive in the fledgling city of Harare, Zimbabwe. Dangarembga faces the generational socio-economic impacts of colonialism and capitalism on minority communities head on in this unsettling but much-needed psychological fiction.
Diane Cook – The New Wilderness

This book takes the whole notion of “pollution kills” to a whole other level. Bea’s five-year-old daughter, Agnes is slowly wasting away in the smog and dust of the metropolis they call home. In a desperate bid to save her, the mother-daughter duo takes up a clinical experiment with 18 other volunteers to stay in The Wilderness, an Edenic swath of untouched nature. But as they continue in their isolation from civilisation, their bond is tested in tragic and staggering ways they never thought possible. Fans of Margaret Atwood, you will love this one.
Other notable picks included in the longlist are Brandon Taylor’s Real Life, Anne Tyler’s Redhead by The Side of The Road, Gabriel Krauze’s Who They Was, Douglas Stuart’s Shuggie Bain and Sophie Ward’s Love and Other Thought Experiments.
The shortlisted books will go from 13 to six in September and the final winner will be announced in November.
For more book-related content, click here.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Book Recommendations
Booker Prize
diversity
minority
books
female empowerment
Book Lovers


Fashion
Things you need to know before investing in a luxury handbag

27.06.2020
By Stephanie Boey

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

SHARE THE STORY


Beauty
Marc Jacobs Daisy range offers three fragrances for the spirited girl
Oh so fresh

26.04.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

FOR THE EFFORTLESSLY CHIC:
MARC JACOBS DAISY

Marc Jacobs iconic Daisy fragrance is made for the woman who’s sophisticated but doesn’t take herself too seriously, yet she exudes confidence unlike any other. This scent is akin to a sparkling floral bouquet that’s both vibrant and spirited. Opening with fresh wild strawberry, violet leaves and ruby red grapefruit, its character builds with the heart of gardenia, violet petals and jasmine petals. To round it out, a combination of musk, vanilla infusion and white woods offer warm sensuality to complement her charm.

FOR THE FREE SPIRIT:
MARC JACOBS DAISY EAU SO FRESH

If your happy place is where the sun shines and the flowers are blooming, the Daisy Eau So Fresh is right up your alley with its bright, floral and fruity notes. This scent is playful yet has a hint of whimsy—it opens with notes of crisp raspberry, fresh green leaves and pear, but has an appealing heart made of sensuous wild rose, apple blossom, lychee and jasmine petals. A tinge of sophistication comes from musks, warm plum, and cedarwood.

FOR THE DAYDREAMER:
MARC JACOBS DAISY DREAM

Marc Jacobs Daisy Dreams is a light and airy concoction that takes inspiration from its owner—one who is innocent, a hopeless romantic, and irresistible in her own way. It shares similar floral and fruity counterparts as the above-mentioned fragrances, but this time is incorporates delectable top notes of blackberry, fresh grapefruit and pear. Heart notes include rich jasmine, lychee and blue wisteria, while the base leaves a dreamy undernote with white woods, musks, and coconut water.

Related stories:
4 Floral fragrances to welcome the spring
CK All proves that Calvin Klein has no common scents

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Fragrance
Perfume
Marc Jacobs


Fashion
Milan Fashion Week SS17: Highlights of Day 2
We can't say Moschi-NO

23.09.2016
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Occupying the breakfast slot, Max Mara delivered sunshine in fronds of palm and electric Bo Bardi inspired shades. The brand stayed true to its unapologetic wearables for the modern powerhouse. Sports jackets, jumpsuits, and dresses all followed the same structural template of commanding shoulders tapering down lithely from the hips to accentuate sensual curves. Every detail was clearly born of the muse and musings of Max Mara’s creative director Ian Griffiths, who shared his thoughts with Buro 24/7 Malaysia Editor-in-Chief Cai Mei in an exclusive interview.

It was springtime frolic through the gardens of Versailles at Fendi. Karl Lagerfeld and Silvia Venturini Fendi’s daydream of a recreational afternoon with Marie Antoinette reproduced the romance of Rococo in playful ensembles, featuring a few tinkers with the omnipresent athletic stripe. Showing some cheek were dresses with skirts that fanned out demurely from the front but were completely non-existent at the back. They were inspired by the Queen’s “famous apron, but light, almost flying.” Trust Karl to convince us of the unthinkable. The apron-tie dress could signal a new era of layering—a revolution even the prolific French monarch might not mind.

Massimo Giorgetti harkens back to the signature flamboyance of the house with unmistakably Pucci prints done in simplified blocks and motifs. In more spartan designs, bright washes of single-coloured chiffon wrapped around the models in Grecian gathers—making as much impact as their proudly printed counterparts.  Interestingly enough, even with the throwback to the hallmark loudness of the brand, the acid hues paled in comparison to the rampant extravagance from the day before. And then there was the final look with a sequined lilac interlude holding together pieces of this ruched saffron number—it was gorgeous; more really is more.

Prada‘s steady voice was the sound of practicality this season. As the studious collection of apparel walked down the runway, we could not help but picture the academic version of a single file lineup. Tabs of fastening evoked bureaucracy despite their punchy hues and even the prints seem to follow a quaint uniformity. However, tickling the precarious bubble of homogeneity were wispy tufts of marabou trim—a light reminder that every school has its rebel.

Take it at face value or as a sobering discourse, Moschino‘s paean to ‘Valley of the Dolls’ was a brilliantly deceptive presentation that had so many dimensions (oh, the irony) to unpack—or more befittingly, layers to undress. A collection based off of tacky paper dolls could easily have fallen flat but in the hands of Jeremy Scott, it was child’s play. Complete with white tabs sticking out of the sides, models sashayed down in trompe-l’oeil outfits so cleverly realistic, some required embarrassing but enlightening second takes. Never one to shy away from a fad, the designer put out a capsule collection that went straight to retail. Embellishing that collection? None other than capsules, as in pills, as in duh.

Related stories:
Buro 24/7 Exclusive: Ian Griffiths of Max Mara on his SS17 collection
Milan Fashion Week SS17: Day 2 Street Style
Milan Fashion Week SS17: Highlights of Day 1

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Fashion Week
Collections
Milan Fashion Week
MFW


Beauty
The stroke of genius that gave us Shiseido’s Holiday Collection
Shiseido meets Sisyu

31.10.2017
By Buro247

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Sisyu is an artist who frees words from the confines of ink on paper. Through her take on Japanese calligraphy, characters are reborn as imagery that soar with new meaning. In preparation for this festive season of wishes and dreams, Shiseido partners with Sisyu to illuminate the magic in “light”; hence sparking the Symphony of Lights collection, featuring a special rendition of “Hikari”—the Japanese word for light.

“The holiday season is the peak time of the year when lights inspire people, and they are uppermost in people’s minds. Light has significance—it illuminates and brightens people. The light collection expresses the image of lights that brightens up each and everyone of us in the world,” says Sisyu. The 2017 Shiseido holiday collection shines its light on 21 different versions of the character “Hikari”. Each layered and intertwined with another, artful brush strokes decorate limited edition versions of Shiseido’s skincare and makeup ranges.
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”[Стандартная] shiseido sisyu holiday 2017 1″ rid=”5686″ order=”a_tstamp”}
“Merciful light that illuminates everyone’s road ahead. Soft, tiny, big, weak, strong, tender, or dazzling lights. Light that visibly and invisibly supports you. Light that makes your path to the future brilliant. I gathered light together, like a glimmering sunny spot, so that it may gently continue to be with you.”—Sisyu.
A look at the star products and gift sets Shiseido has in store for 2017:
{insert gallery tpl=”slide-freesize.tpl” id=”[Стандартная] shiseido sisyu holiday 2017 2″ rid=”5687″ order=”a_tstamp”}
Find the Shiseido 2017 Holiday Collection at your nearest Shiseido counter.

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Beauty
Shiseido
Holiday


Fashion
Watch: Moschino AW18 Men’s and Women’s pre-collection livestream here
#moschinofashionshow

13.01.2018
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

Will Jeremy Scott serve a dose of froufrou akin to last spring’s flower-bouquet garb this Autumn/Winter 2018 season? Tune in tonight at 3am Malaysian time, January 14 to watch the livestream of Moschino’s latest Men’s AW18 and Women’s Pre-Collection here:

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Fashion
Men's
Moschino
livestream
Collections
AW18


Beauty
10 Hair and makeup stylists that will give you a picture-perfect look on your big day
Wedding perfection

09.02.2017
By Wei Yeen Loh

SHARE THE STORY

RECOMMENDED

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

It’s T-*insert number of days* to your nuptials and if you’re still on the lookout for the hair and makeup stylist to make your dream beauty look come true, keep your fingers scrolling. No one stylist is perfect when it comes to giving you an absolutely ideal, flawless makeup look and hairdo (as per your moodboards), but what you can find is a professional stylist who can offer a range of services well-tailored to your needs.
Below, 10 popular bridal hair and makeup stylists in the Klang Valley that will ensure your S.O. will practically weep (tears of joy) at the altar upon laying eyes on you:
Mimi Makeup by Remy Ngan
Mimi Makeup’s founder, Remy Ngan, wields the magic hands that has given many brides their dream hair and makeup on their big day (and pre-wedding shoots too!). A look at her portfolio—which includes heiress Chryseis Tan (for her solemnisation ceremony)—and you’ll find stunning brides with naturally radiant makeup and perfectly coiffed hairdos.
Facebook

Raynis Chow
Freelance makeup artist Raynis Chow has over a decade of experience working in Malaysia and Hong Kong, and is popular for her rustic and feminine hairdos that often incorporate blooms and floral accessories of all sorts.
Instagram | Website | Facebook

Aivy Yong
Another bridal hair and makeup artist who specializes in the vintage-inspired, retro beauty look is Aivy Yong. If you require a professional who will follow you for your pre-wedding shoot overseas or even for your destination wedding, she’s one to hit up on.
Instagram | Website | Facebook

Agnes Yip

One look at Agnes Yip’s portfolio on her site and you can tell that her forte lies in ultra feminine updos and beautifully-flattering makeup. Looking to pull off boho beach waves, unconventional florals for your hairdo, or even finger waves? She’s your go-to.
Instagram | Website | Facebook

Rynee Tan
Rynee Tan’s makeup studio offers a range of services, including hair and makeup for parties, weddings, bigger-scale events, alongside professional bridal hair and makeup courses for learners. Rynee’s ultra-romantic aesthetic is perfect for those who are gunning for that dreamy, ethereal vibe for the big day.
Instagram | Facebook

Mabel Toh
Makeup artist Mabel Toh’s lookbook is filled with blushing brides sporting a variety of beauty looks, including Korean-inspired updos, old-school Hollywood-inspired cascading waves, and chignons cinched with elaborate gilded accessories to complement their cultural wedding costumes.
Instagram | Website | Facebook

KF Bong
KF Bong isn’t recognised for his editorial expertise—you might’ve spotted his work on magazine covers and event showcases. But the talented hair and makeup artist is also the main man behind the wedding day looks of celebrities and influencers alike, from actress and singer Nur Fazura to entrepreneur Melissa Sin.
Instagram

ByChien
Professional makeup artistry studio ByChien has been in the industry for more than a decade now, providing makeup services to a wide range of clientele from fashion shows and commercial shoots to blushing brides on their big day. Opt for their makeup artistes from different levels of experience, be it professional or senior (depending on your budget)—but rest assured that all looks will be executed with finesse.
Instagram | Facebook

Caryn Lee
If you’re looking for a wedding look that lets your natural features shine through without excessive layers of makeup (coupled with a beautifully chic hairdo), Caryn Lee is one to add on your speed dial. A scroll through her IG feed and you’ll find that her brides look fresh-faced, elegant, and always a picture of happiness.
Instagram

Angie Ng
A look at Angie Ng’s portfolio and you might just be blown away at how gorgeous her work is, from stylised photoshoots to pre-wedding lookbooks. Got a fancy headpiece that you can’t decide how to wear for your big day? Fret not—she’s got the perfect look down pat. Our personal favourite is this elaborate French-twist-ponytail decked with beautiful blooms.
Instagram | Website | Facebook

SHARE THE STORY

Explore More

Makeup
Beauty
Hair
bridal
#BuroBrides
#BuroInLove