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SHOWCASING THE ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE AND DEFT HANDWORK OF ARTISANS, THESE METIERS D'ART WATCHES ARE READY FOR THEIR CLOSE-UPS

Flower Power

Instantly recognisable by its cheery, outsized floral prints, Finnish lifestyle brand Marimekko has returned to our shores with a new partner. CEO Tiina Alahuhta-Kasko shares what's next.

These Shoes are Made for Walking

The founder of Sunnystep transforms a life-changing health challenge into a thriving footwear enterprise.

SOCIAL NETWORK CLUB

IN THE WORLD OF SOCIAL MEDIA, NO ONE KNOWS THE LANDSCAPE BETTER THAN THESE THREE DIGITAL HEAD HONCHOS.

A SOCIAL MEDIA RENAISSANCE

FEON ANG EXPLAINS WHY LINKEDIN INSISTS ON AUTHENTICITY AND MEANINGFULNESS.

A Milestone for Menopause

Cheryl Han's Orchard Clinie is shifting the conversation around menopause, breaking the silence on overlooked challenges.

Log and Loaded

Christmas yule logs are about as far from their ritualistic origins as most other festive traditions. All we now know is that they look and taste good, and deserve pride of place on your holiday dessert table.

A Tribute to the Greatest

Montblanc's latest writing instrument collection pens a paean to a boxing and humanitarian icon.

Love in a Lower Key

The classic Cartier bracelet has a new finish that minimises a long-time user bugbear.

Tea Meets Cocktails

These watering holes are all about expressing the flavours and aroma of tea - from hojicha, oolong to matcha - through craft cocktails.

Empowering All Children for a Better Future

As EtonHouse Community Fund's founder and chairwoman, Ng Gim Choo has embarked on a learning mission that challenges traditional academic norms for underprivileged children across Singapore.

Art Week Tokyo 2023

For four days in November, Art Week Tokyo makes space for platforms that present a critical re-examination of Japan's art history and a showcase of emerging and renowned artists.

House of Bricks

It might appear monolithic and introverted but beneath the skin of this bungalow designed by ipli Architects lies a compelling tale of celebrating craft.

The Art of Design

Interior specialist Robbyn Carter reveals how she creates unique, immersive experiences in the hotels she sculpts.

The One to Watch

Apple's big Wonderlust reveal left its fans feeling less than wondrous about the iPhone 15s, leaving room for their sport-focused smartwatch, the Apple Watch Ultra 2, to shine.

An Emphasis on Kindness

An Emphasis on Kindness Lucille McCart, APAC communications director at Bumble, shares how the second most popular dating app creates a safe space for users on the platform.

Scotch Devotion

Devotion is a trait that Dennis Malcolm, The Glen Grant's long-time master distiller, shares with the late Queen Elizabeth II. She is the inspiration for the distillery's oldest release, Devotion 70-Year-Old.

A House That Feels Like Home

Sago House, which received the top hospitality honours at Asia's 50 Best Bars 2023, charms with its personable and genuine service in a tucked away shophouse.

The Craftsmanship of Japanese Cuisine

Nipponophiles are in for an epicurean treat with these three haute Japanese restaurants that are enthralling diners with precise cooking techniques and seasonal produce.

Keeping the Old New

Chef de cuisine Cheung Siu Kong, who celebrates two decades at one Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant Summer Pavilion this year, forges delicious connections with diners by giving the cuisine an exquisite update.

The Spectre Spectacular

The Rolls-Royce Spectre is a magnificent showcase of how an EV can still be ultra-luxury.

Panda Party

H. Moser and MB&F team up to create a playful minute repeater for Only Watch 2023.

The Way We Wear

Asian fashion's history will shape future tastes - and one man is determined to display it all.

Under His Stylish Watch

Cartier's image, style and heritage director Pierre Rainero gives us an insider view of the brand's latest key timepieces.

A New Standard

Richard Mille's RM 30-01 synthesises influences from the brand's two-decade history while etching out an identity entirely its own.

Geneva Watch Days 2023

Started in September 2020 by eight watch brands after the cancellation of Baselworld and Watches and Wonders because of the pandemic - Geneva Watch Days returned for the fourth time this year from Aug 29 to Sept 2.

Crafting Culinary Legacy

Crafting Culinary Legacy At Korean food emporium Ajumma’s, founder and CEO Dominic Tan is telling a story of audacity, innovation, and heart.

PEAK POWER LIST

AS THE CULT OF CHARISMA WANES, THE SPOTLIGHT SWINGS TO LOW-KEY LEADERSHIP.

Rituals and Radiance

Rituals Cosmetics opens its doors at ION Orchard.

Carried Away

Stash your stuff in the most creative and well-crafted handbags of the season.