Tag: Solitaire
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3 Luxe Spa Treatments in Shanghai to Restore Mind and Body
Amid Shanghai’s urban bustle, three luxurious spa therapies invite you to pause, breathe and recalibrate through age-old practices and innovative healing techniques. Text by: Luo Jingmei Shanghai is one of the most enticing cities in the world, blending western and eastern culture since the 1800s. Amid the futuristic skyscrapers, colonial-era structures and cacophonous streets, one…
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Switzerland: The Ultimate Winter Wonderland For The Well-Travelled
For the well-travelled, few things rival the refined indulgence of a festive Swiss escape. Text by: Karen Tee From that first breath of fresh icy air to the crunch of fresh powder underfoot, everyone loves a winter holiday. And in Switzerland, that alpine fantasy might just be the most spellbinding of all. Mountains rise in…
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State Property Turns 10: Afzal Imram on Design, Identity and Going Global
Celebrating a decade in the industry, State Property’s Afzal Imram reflects on their identity and where the brand sees itself in the Singapore and global jewellery industry. Text by: Karen Fong For over a decade, State Property has risen to become one of Singapore’s most well-known modern jewellery brands. Their sleek, minimalist, industrial-inspired pieces combine…
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Designing with Soul: Inside Atelier V&A’s Dialogue Between Craft and Emotion
Atelier V&A, founded by Singaporean designer Venetia Gu and Australian-Dutch creative Aisha Hillary-Morgan, is more than a design studio. From their atelier, the duo shapes a new narrative for Singaporean craftsmanship, one where furniture, art, and storytelling converge in pieces made to be both lived with and felt. Text by: Young Lim When Venetia Gu…
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Escape To Malaysia’s Pangkor Laut For The Long Weekend
Opera legend Luciano Pavarotti once called Pangkor Laut “paradise on earth”, and it’s easy to see why. Surrounded by emerald waters and cloaked in rainforest, this private island retreat offers the kind of unspoiled beauty that feels like nature’s own aria. Text by: Eris Choo It’s the perfect island afternoon: swaying palms, golden sands, sound…
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Christine Argillet On Her Personal Experiences with Salvadore Dali
The manager of The Argillet Collection shares about growing up alongside the famous French Surrealist artist. Text by: Luo Jingmei Photography – courtesy of Bruno Gallery It is not everyday that one can take a photograph with Salvadore Dali, but Christine Argillet has taken many. In fact, she has spent plenty of time with the…
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How PARISSARA and Kimpton Kitalay Samui Celebrate Thai Artisans Through Design
An exclusive collaboration that transforms natural fibres, artisanal dyeing and intricate weaving into resort wear and amenities. Designer Parissara Na Phatthalung has built her namesake brand on the philosophy that fashion should carry both beauty and purpose. Her mission is to highlight Thai craftsmanship and present it in a modern, sophisticated light. Her pieces are…
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Secret’s Out: How Niessing Rose From Niche Brand To Minimalist Giant
The German fine jewellery brand is known for contemporary design and has lately become a popular choice amongst jewellery fans in the city. CEO Sandro Erl discusses the brand’s growing popularity and how it syncs so well with the tastes and trends in Singapore. Niessing, the German jewellery brand founded in 1873, used to be…
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Explore Singapore Art to Commemorate SG60
Artists are said to be the chroniclers of our time and our society. As Singapore marks its 60th birthday in 2025, these exhibitions pay tribute to the works and lives of artists past and present. In 1965 when Singapore gained independence, the art scene was not only in its infancy, it was also largely overlooked…
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Miriqa’s Geraldine Lim on Building a Life and a Company Together
Founder of holistic supplement brand Miriqa, Geraldine Lim reflects on the love story with her husband which ultimately birthed the brand. For Geraldine Lim, the founding of Miriqa began as a love story when she met her husband, Winthrop Wong. Both working in pharmaceuticals and both church-goers, they met at their church’s group activities and…
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TIME TO SHINE: DAZZLING TIMEPIECES FOR SUMMER 2025
This season’s visually stunning timepieces lend glamour to your summer ensemble. Chopard Jewellery Watches Since its foundation in 1860, Chopard’s storied history has been defined by milestones of innovation, craftsmanship, and artistic excellence, cementing the Maison’s reputation as ‘Masters of Jewellery Watches’. From the brilliant-cut and baguette diamond-set designs of the 1960s through to 1997’s…
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WELLNESS ENTREPRENEURS ON LOOKING AND FEELING AMAZING EVERYDAY
Singapore-based wellness entrepreneurs, Calvin Ng and Grant Wee, open up about their favourite ways to look and feel amazing every day. By Sasha Gonzales As the founders of wellness spaces, Calvin Ng, who established Senze Boutique Spa 20 years ago, and Grant Wee, who launched Hideaway this September, know a few things about looking and…