August 17, 2018By Celest Thoi
During my years in the industry, I’ve heard many different perspectives on whether tradition and trend gel together. A few memorable ones include, “Trends come and go. Tradition is a cornerstone” and “Traditions are followed to make my parents happy.”
My humble opinion: why not have the best of both worlds?...
August 16, 2018There is nothing more fascinating than films with their magic, glamour and ability to weave a story that often goes straight into our hearts. Time stands still at times when you watch a movie that transcends excellence and if in real life, certain moments cannot be relived again, through a movie, you can watch a special scene that...
August 15, 2018Like they say, it’s the whole experience that counts and one feels a dramatic sense of arrival upon setting foot in the hotel entrance of the latest luxury hotel in Hong Kong that has set new benchmarks of excellence in design, restoration and conservation.
You can’t help but be awed by the splendour of the light-filled lobby with...
August 14, 2018Up-and-coming actress Sharifah Sakinah is fast becoming a familiar face in the Malaysian entertainment scene. The 29-year-old mother of one has a strong following on Instagram, which she uses as her main avenue for marketing, as well as to spread positivity.
With Merdeka around the corner, Sakinah reveals that she is starring in...
August 12, 2018The House of Hennessy, in a unique collaboration with Tapestry Malaysia and Chef James Won of Enfin by James Won, has formed a phenomenal awakening of the senses at an exclusive luxury dining experience.
July 18, 2018Barcelona-based architect Carme Pinos of Estudio Carme Pinos is behind the design for the 2018 MPavilion in Melbourne, which is envisioned as a "sensorial summer experience" within Queen Victoria Gardens.
July 16, 2018The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Memovox and Polaris Geographic WorldTime timepieces take sophistication to the next level with a contemporary yet elegant, sporty design, a keen attention to details and a vintage touch.
July 13, 2018For Guerlain makeup artist Anthony Chasset, there is more to painting a woman’s face than merely what colours are in trend for the season.
July 12, 2018The iconic Cartier panther plays hide and seek in the Révélation d’Une Panthère timepiece, introduced at the Salon Internationale de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in Geneva, Switzerland.
July 12, 2018Located on the north-eastern corner of the island and a 15-minute drive from the airport, the Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui is YTL Hotels’ newest luxury addition to Thailand’s second most popular holiday destination, after Phuket.
July 11, 2018Experience the great outdoors while staying in the lap of luxury at new glamping site Tiarasa Escapes in Pahang, complete with all the amenities of a hotel.
June 15, 2018Martell‘s recent collaboration with Nathalie’s Gourmet Studio invited guests to savour a first-of-its-kind, multi-sensory fine dining affair that presented an amazing fusion of art and gastronomy, using cutting-edge technology.
June 14, 2018Former Colombian Defence Minister Fernando Botero Jr was in Kuala Lumpur to deliver a talk about the work created by his father, the great painter and sculptor Fernando Botero.
June 14, 2018Joanne Ho and Zarina Parry couldn't find a swimming school for their kids, so they started their own pool, Aquabubs, based on the Australian national swim certification methods.
June 14, 2018Montblanc has come out with a new collection from its Star Legacy line inspired by the spirit of classical watchmaking. In this case, it’s the Minerva heritage which goes back to 1858.
June 11, 2018Malaysia's first Nespresso boutique in Kuala Lumpur promises to give coffee drinkers the ultimate immersive experience into the world of coffee.
May 22, 2018Royal Selangor’s collaboration with British Museum on a collection of home-ware and personal accessories inspired by the legacy of the early Europeans celebrates design and culture.
May 21, 2018Model and actress Carmen Soo opens up about motherhood, the contentment and the challenges that come with raising her two-month old daughter, Bea Claire Tan.
April 17, 2018Louis XIII, an exquisite blend made up of up to 1,200 eaux-de-vie sourced 100% from Grande Champagne, is the first cru of the Cognac region.
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