Tag: solitaire magazine
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A NEW ATTITUDE
As the concept of luxury evolves, so do attitudes towards jewellery. Jack Zybert, CEO of ZYDO, tells us more about the changing demands of their customers, trends in diamond jewellery, and the rise of the Southeast Asian market The book Luxury: A Rich History by Peter McNeil and Giorgio Riello talks about living in a…
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FABULOUS FEASTS: DEC/JAN 2020
Top tables worth the indulgence Around the World at COMO Cuisine With COMO Cuisine’s refreshed menu, it’s as if the dining destination at Dempsey Hill suddenly became the centre of the world. At the helm is Chef Tshering Lhaden, a Bhutanese native who looks to various COMO properties around the world for inspiration – whether…
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VALERIE’S CHOICE
Lawyer, art patron, and jewellery enthusiast Valerie Cheah talks about her love for diamonds and cultivating a relationship with jewellery brands Valerie wears her own ZYDO jewellery Valerie Cheah is one of those rare multi-hyphenates who seem to have life figured out. The lawyer-art gallery owner-art patron-mother of two (daughter Justine is 15, son Joel…
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COMING FULL CIRCLE
Zenith Affair has found its way back to the Raffles Hotel as MUS.za, a fine jewellery boutique that not only offers beautiful new treasures, it breathes new life to pre-loved heirloom pieces as well When entrepreneur and jeweler Esther Ho first started Zenith Affair, a luxury events consultancy and multi-brand concept retail boutique in 2005,…
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THE RUMA IS KL’S HOST WITH THE MOST
The RuMa Hotel & Residences in Kuala Lumpur boasts a new approach to luxury – one that does away with the unnecessary flash, focusing instead on what matters most: The guest It’s a scenario painfully familiar for most frequent travellers: You take a red eye or early morning flight and reach your destination earlier than…
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THE CHOPARD ALPINE EAGLE TAKES FLIGHT
While familiar, Chopard’s new sports watch collection proves it is more than just déjà vu The year was 1972, just a few years after the ‘Quartz Crisis’ where Japanese ingenuity with the introduction of the more precise, high-beat quartz movement caused Swiss watchmakers to shelve their mechanically-operated timepieces. Hence, in recognition of a more robust…
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THE GIFT EDIT
Necessary objects for the modern bon vivant Il Borgo Balsamic Vinegar Il Borgo’s “L’aceto Balsamico Tradizionale” or traditional balsamic vinegar is extracted from casks where it has matured for at least 12 years. Expert tasters then decide on the vinegar’s ranking according to two different categories – Affinato (aged) or Extravecchio. Featured here is the…
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THE NEW ESSENTIALS
A selection of future classics from some of the most revered jewellery brands perfect for everyday use Since its launch in 2014, Tiffany & Co.’s Tiffany T collection enjoyed a spot on the fingers, wrists, and necks of many jewellery lovers. It became an instant hit with its simple yet instantly recognisable design. Today, the…
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ADVENTURES IN THE GEMSTONE CUTTING CAPITAL OF THE WORLD
Verdant hills and jagged rock faces, punctuated by a medieval castle and the famous Church in the Rock are the first impressions that welcome visitors to Idar-Oberstein in Germany’s Rhineland-Palatinate. The picture-perfect appearance is further enhanced by the gentle Nahe tributary that flows through the town, past charming buildings typical of the region. Panoramic view…
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LADY OF LEISURE
Alila’s Doris Goh talks about how to make a difference in the business of leisure, luxury, and inimitable experiences Doris Goh, Chief Marketing Officer for Alila Hotels and Resorts, is someone you’d want to have a long, meandering conversation with. She exudes grace and effervescence, much like the Alila properties she usually waxes lyrical about.…
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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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MEET THE LEADING LADIES OF SIMONE JEWELS
L-R: Simone Ng, Patty Denjaruwong, Katerina Perez, Dr. Jade Kua According to Simone Ng, the Executive Creative Director of Singapore jewellery brand Simone Jewels, the label’s current Bombshell collection is inspired by women who challenge the status quo. And what better way to celebrate the glamorous and fanciful range by teaming up with women who…