In this issue

The Olympic Games have finally kicked off in Tokyo after a year of postponement. As much as many young athletes have inspired us, we hope that you will be inspired by the laureates of our annual Prestige 40 Under 40 list this year. As much as we love to celebrate their achievements and encourage them to go on to even better things, this Class of 2021 also gives us much to learn from. They are dreamers who become doers. They are tenacious, imaginative and unafraid to think big.

Take, for example, our cover girl and one of the 40 honourees, Kim Lim. Born with a golden spoon in her mouth, the daughter of billionaire tycoon Peter Lim need not scrub toilets nor work the reception to ensure the success of her beauty establishments. But she did. Technopreneur Durwin Ho is the lad behind the platform that birthed some of Singapore’s most prominent names in the retail technology space, such as Carousell and Shopback. Conservation biologist Dr Jessica Lee loves birds so much she was part of the team that launched Mandai Nature, a non-profit organisation that seeks to protect nature and drive sustainability in Singapore and beyond.

During this joyous National Day month, we take you on a celebratory tour of our nation’s most beloved landmarks in our high jewellery spread. Leaf over to our fashion spread to peruse the coolest Autumn/Winter 2021 men’s trends and check out our watch pages for uncomplicated timepieces that ooze sophistication, unconventional and head-turning Cartier Libre creations, and an insight into how Patek Philippe stays ahead of the game in haute horlogerie. Even Mathilde Laurent, head perfumer of Cartier, demonstrates the same audacious spirit expressed by our 40 Under 40 personalities with her “punk” rose scents that thumb their noses at tradition.

Should you need a mind-body-spirit reset before racing towards the year-end, read our wellness story on new and unusual rejuvenation therapies in town.

Business In Her Blood

Say what you will about heiress and fashion royalty Kim Lim. Standing solidly on her ambitions to make Singapore a world-class aesthetics destination, she tells crystal lee about her journey as a bona fide entrepreneur.

6 mins

Dare To Dream

Whether they advocate through the arts or food, innovate new technologies or champion the marginalised, these gutsy young revolutionaries from our annual 40 under 40 list break the status quo. Meet our rising stars from the class of 2021.

10+ mins

Bejewelled Blooms

The floral universe of Van Cleef & Arpels continues to flourish with new creations enriching the Frivole collection.

3 mins

Less Is More

Embrace the purest form of timekeeping and make a statement with these anything-but-basic novelties.

4 mins

Three New Exceptional Timepieces Of Patek Philippe

Patek Philippe combines impeccable watchmaking savoir faire with rare and exquisite handcraft techniques in three new exceptional timepieces. Allyson Klass discovers these wearable works of art.

5 mins

Free Your Mind

Created in 2002 but rooted in a long heritage of innovation, the Cartier Libre watch collection continues to push the boundaries of imagination in the horological world

5 mins

The Rose Rebellion

Mathilde Laurent, the nose behind Cartier’s scents, leads the maison’s renaissance of the rose with a collection that redefines its expression. Nafeesa Saini discovers the new interpretations.

5 mins

4 Unconventional Ways To Revitalise Your Body, Mind And Spirit

If you feel the walls closing in on you due to a sedentary lifestyle, long stretches of isolation and endless hours on your computer, here are four unconventional ways to revitalise your body, mind and spirit.

8 mins

Thinking Outside The Box

Showcasing the boundless creativity of Spanish-born photographer Eugenio Recuenco, the travelling art exhibition 365° arrives in Bangkok for a three-month run. Bruce Scott takes a closer look at this year in review… one day at a time.

6 mins

Island Of Murano In Italy Is Making History Once Again With A Veritable Temple Of Luxury

For centuries, the island of Murano in Italy has been home to the most famous glassmakers in the world. On the banks of the historic Rio dei Vetrai canal, Barovier & Toso – with a legacy that dates back to 1295 – is making history once again with a veritable temple of luxury.

4 mins

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Prestige Singapore Magazine Description:

Prestige Singapore Magazine is the premier lifestyle magazine for the discerning individual in Singapore. For over 20 years, Prestige has been providing definitive coverage of fashion, luxury, lifestyle, and society.

Prestige Singapore is known for its high-quality photography, in-depth features, and exclusive interviews with celebrities, business leaders, and socialites. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, including:

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