Tag: lifestyle
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Your Future And Your Wealth
Planning ahead can cushion the impact of an unexpected event. Before the pandemic, architect Jonathan Quek would take his family everywhere — from France to New Zealand — on twice yearly trips. His goal was to expose his three children, now aged 12, 10 and seven, to different cultures, languages and people. “It’s amazing watching…
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BOOK TALK: FIVE MINUTES WITH STELLENE VOLANDES
by Smitha Sadanandan Editor-in-chief of Town & Country magazine and editorial director of Elle Décor, Stellene Volandes on writing her second book, fun titles, and her new carnelian pendant. JEWELS THAT MADE HISTORY: 100 STONES, MYTHS, AND LEGENDS, Author: Stelle Volandes, Publisher: Rizzoli She explains it all in the introduction to her book. “This is…
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FABULOUS FEASTS: JUN/JUL 2020
Once lockdown measures are eased and lifted, these are the top tables and new menus worth the indulgence Enlightened at LUMO Touting itself as a “beacon of light and respite”, LUMO is a new bar and restaurant that looks to positivity and creativity as its raison d’etre. The 70-seater watering hole in Singapore’s Boat Quay…
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#STAYHOME SERIES: 3 PRODUCTIVE THINGS TO DO WHILE SOCIAL DISTANCING
Learn new skills through an online masterclass You’ve clocked in more hours than you’ve had to while in your work-from-home state and now you’re being told to sit down some more. Well, the great thing about taking an online class is that you can do it in your own time. MasterClass offers various courses ranging…
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TISSOT HERITAGE PORTO: ALL IN THE CURVES
Curvaceous, tasteful, unique — just a few elements that the Tissot Heritage Porto timepiece boasts. Blessed with good looks that bring together vintage elements and modern flair, the watch is heavily inspired by the Art Nouveau movement, appealing to those who appreciate fine aesthetics and excellent performance. As you take in the Heritage Porto’s design…
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UNAPOLOGETICALLY FEMALE
A selection of women’s watches blessed with beauty, grace, and style – and a dose of sparkle for good measure PATEK PHILIPPE GONDOLO REF. 4972G-001 White gold, guilloched mother-of-pearl dial, 130 diamonds patek.com VACHERON CONSTANTIN HEURES CRÉATIVES HEURE ROMANTIQUE White gold, mother of pearl dial, diamonds vacheron-constantin.com CARTIER LA PANTHÈRE Yellow gold,…
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THE LITTLE RESTAURANT THAT COULD
Kausmo, a small 16-seater restaurant, has big dreams when it comes to challenging food wastage Up on the third level of Shaw Centre, a food revolution is brewing at Kausmo, a restaurant that aims to spark conversation about thoughtful and conscientious ways of living. The star of the show at this dining destination, which is…
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ALL ABOARD THE TIGER EXPRESS
Eastern & Oriental Express and Save Wild Tigers shine the spotlight on the wild tiger’s plight Fact: There are as few as 3,800 tigers left in the wild and time is running out to save this species from extinction. The majestic animal is often hunted for its skin, bones, and parts by the illegal poaching…
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REMEMBERING AN ICON
Retelling the story of the Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur and a bygone era through a collaboration between YTL Hotels and Singapore jewellery brand Choo Yilin 1932 was no doubt a historical year. It was the year the Sydney Harbor Bridge first opened. It was when Amelia Earhart became the first woman to complete a non-stop…
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A KL RENAISSANCE: FOUR SEASONS HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR
A new breed of luxury properties have recently opened in the Malaysian capital, boasting unbeatable locations, discreet yet personable service, and a slew of indulgences that caters to discerning travelers The Petronas Towers has become an iconic symbol of Kuala Lumpur, which sees tourists and locals alike craning their necks, trying to view it in…
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FROM JEWELLER TO LEGACY BUILDER
Michael Koh of Caratell shifts his focus from design to education to ensure that the jewellery industry retains its lustre This year, Caratell, which is one of the finest haute joaillerie ateliers in the region, celebrates 15 years in the jewellery industry. Its founder, Michael Koh, is the driving force for its success. He is…
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FOPE INVITATIONAL 2019
Asiago Golf Club On 17 and 18 July 2019, Italian jewellery brand FOPE held the second FOPE Invitational at the Asiago Golf Club, which is located in the picturesque mountains in the North East of Italy. Olympic Golfer Giulia Sergas This year’s event saw 24 Proettes, who are all part of the LPGA, the Ladies…