In this issue

Reorder and recentre your life with a new fun-meets-functional league of dependable wardrobe essentials + why skateboarding is the rage again

The New Look Of Couture

Among couturiers, Cristobal Balenciaga was the master whose tailoring wizardry and radically modern silhouettes redefined elegance up till the late ’60s when he closed his namesake atelier. Now the man at the helm of his rebooted maison, Demna Gvasalia, continues his legacy of haute dressmaking with a collection that marks his debut foray into couture and the brand’s first in 53 years – albeit with modified gowns, jeans and parkas. Gordon Ng reports.

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SPEAK EASY

A club might connote glitz and glamour, but for Virginie Viard – artistic director of Chanel where effortlessness has always been a cornerstone – it’s also a space that allows one to be informal and truly free. Presented at the French nightlife institution Chez Castel, the brand’s Fall/Winter 2021 collection is an ode to “cool Parisian chic” spanning the ’70s to now. Here, an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at its make and low-key magic.

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Oyster Perpetual Explorer By Rolex Enters A New Generation

One of the most iconic designs in horology, the Oyster Perpetual Explorer by Rolex enters a new generation with a whole lot of cool and elegance. Gordon Ng reports.

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THE MISSING LINK

Bringing new order to Fendi this season is not just debuting womenswear artistic director Kim Jones and his collection of sizzlingly sensual wardrobe staples, but also Delfina Delettrez Fendi – daughter of long-time brand matriarch Silvia Venturini Fendi as its creative director of jewellery. Gordon Ng speaks to the fashion scion on joining – and getting a new generation hooked onto – the family business.

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Alek Wek On Finding Style And Beauty In One's Self And Everyday Life

If there’s anyone who can tell us about being comfortable in one’s own skin, it’s Alek Wek: South Sudanese refugee-turned-supermodel who broke boundaries as one of the few women-of-colour in fashion in the ’90s. Besides remaining a runway icon, the 45-year-old is a best-selling author, artist, activist and now designer with A.W.orld by Alek Wek, her capsule collaboration with Weekend Max Mara. Gordon Ng gets the exclusive from Wek on finding style and beauty in one’s self and everyday life.

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Five Photographers Who Represent A Diverse Generation Of Cultural Tastemakers

In the century since Cartier first launched the Tank in 1917, the watch has been continually adopted as the horological uniform of choice by GOATs across fashion, design and art. Andy Warhol, Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford – you get the idea. And why not? Its elegantly geometric case was a deliberate rejection of the organic shapes favoured at the time of its debut and remains instantly recognisable. Its combination of clean lines and old-school Roman numerals also made for an equally prescient, gender-neutral aesthetic, picking up fans among creative and stylish women spanning the late Princess Di to Patti Smith. Here in an exclusive showcase, five photographers who represent a diverse generation of cultural tastemakers capture their own love affair with the timepiece through intimate self-portraits.

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How Hermes Is Elevating This Often Underrated Makeup Staple

After lipsticks and blushes, Hermes is adding elegant hand and nail products – inspired by the art of enamelling and the artisan’s hand – to its beauty collection. Gordon Ng reports on how it’s elevating this often underrated makeup staple.

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The Latest Fragrance Collection From Cartier Is A Scent Composed For The Times

The latest fragrance collection from luxury jeweller Cartier, Rivieres de Cartier, is supposed to bottle the powerful essence of water and all its symbolic connotations to life – all while being its most sustainable yet. Keng Yang Shuen speaks to Mathilde Laurent – the maison’s resident nose since 2005 – on why it’s a scent composed for the times.

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HIDDEN FIGURE

The 1947-born Miss Dior fragrance is turning a page this year – first with an updated look and formulation; and second with the publication of a biography that tells for the first time the overlooked tale of the perfume’s namesake Catherine Dior. Author Justine Picardie gives Gordon Ng the exclusive on her place in beauty, fashion and a turbulent world.

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5 Women Creatives Give Us A Sneak Peak Into Their New Realities

The pandemic has no doubt affected everybody, altering lifestyles and reminding us that often, what was once considered ordinary cannot be taken for granted. From a hyper-stylish content creator to a botanical designer who just uprooted to Europe, five women creatives give Keng Yang Shuen a peek into their routines to show us how they live now.

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Female Singapore Magazine Description:

Female Singapore Magazine is a lifestyle magazine published by SPH Media Limited in Singapore. It is one of the most respected fashion and beauty magazines in the country.

The magazine is known for its in-depth coverage of the latest fashion trends, as well as its insights from leading experts in the field. It covers a wide range of topics related to fashion, including:

* New fashion trends: Female Singapore Magazine features articles on the latest fashion trends from around the world, as well as from Singaporean designers.
* Fashion shoots: Female Singapore Magazine is known for its stunning fashion shoots, which feature the latest trends and styles.
* Beauty trends: Female Singapore Magazine also features articles on the latest beauty trends, including makeup, skincare, and haircare.
* Interviews with designers and celebrities: Female Singapore Magazine also features interviews with leading fashion designers and celebrities.
* Style advice: Female Singapore Magazine also features articles on style advice, such as how to dress for different occasions and how to find your own personal style.

Female Singapore Magazine is a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in fashion and lifestyle. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to stay informed about the latest trends and developments in the Singaporean fashion scene.