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PHILIPPINE TATLER ART TALK SENATOR LOREN LEGARDA graces the cover for a fifth time. The arts patron discusses The Spectre of Comparison, the Philippine Pavilion’s exhibition at the Venice Biennale, which showcases the contrasting works of Lani Maestro and Manuel Ocampo. Elsewhere, the late painter Fernando Zóbel ‘returns’ to Venice with a commemorative exhibition, and recent graduates of the International School Manila talk about their hopes and dreams. SINGAPORE TATLER GAME CHANGERS Marking the launch of the second edition of Generation T, this issue profiles five of Singapore’s brightest talents: V-Key’s Benjamin Mah (who is on the cover), Homage’s Gillian Tee, Surbana Jurong’s Tan Szue Hann (pictured), Jigger & Pony’s Gan Guo Yi and Handshakes’ Daryl Neo. TAIWAN TATLER GETTING FIT As a remarkable athlete, Janet Jia was chosen for…
ONLINE FEATURES Ticket to Etiquette Dara Naquiah gives us a peek at her etiquette-training workshop that is set to take place on August 26 and 27. Keep these lessons handy! Giveaway Coming Soon! In conjunction Day celebration, Royal Selangor x Malaysia Tatler will be giving away three beautifully crafted pewter external hard drives this month. Check our website and Instagram page for updates plus contest details. DINING For the Love of Food There’s no better way to celebrate the month of August than by taking a moment to appreciate our rich food culture. We speak to a few food lovers to find out why food is so ingrained in our society. VIDEOS Day-to-night Makeup Tips gives us tips on how to take your makeup from day to night, using Zahara…
OUR COVER star this month hardly needs any introduction, however, you might not recognise her without her usual chlorine-scented, wet-hair look. Pandelela Rinong rose to fame as the first Malaysian female athlete to have won an Olympic medal, taking home the bronze during the 2012 London Olympics, for diving in the women’s 10m platform event. Known for her fearlessness and clean dives, we managed to snag a precious day with her as the pint-sized, sinewy Olympian has been training non-stop for the upcoming SEA Games—and good for us too, having one of our national treasures on the month that our country turns the big 60. In her interview, the usually reserved Pandelela opens up about dealing with criticism and negative comments on social media, how trust is a luxury for…
OLIVIA TSANG The Hong Kong-based fashion photographer showcased her flair with laid-back denim and statement jewellery in Out of the Blue When are you happiest? When I’m doing what I love. Necklaces, earrings or bracelets? Necklaces for sure. What TV series are you watching? Trailer Park Boys. (Don’t judge me!) Give us three tips for looking good on camera. Find your angle, show some confidence, and relax. Facebook or Instagram? Instagram for the win. ANDREA KEE A former fashion editor turned fashion stylist, Andrea stylishly dresses up our cover star What’s the most spontaneous thing you’ve done? Bought tickets to a Bon Iver concert in Singapore, and went on my own! Would still do it solo all over again. Where is your happy space? My cosy room. What would your…
THIS ASTOUNDING book, Dialog, not unlike Tunku winning independence for Malaysia 60 years ago, is a co-operation between many Malaysians from varying races, ages and walks of life. A labour of love, spearheaded by Tunku's granddaughter Sharifah Menyalara Hussein, these talented contributors, between the ages of five and 90, paid tribute to our Bapa Kemerdekaan with 23 essays, which were colourfully illustrated by art students of The One Academy. Contributors who responded to Tunku's quotes range from politicians to rappers, actors to academics and sportsmen, such as Tun Musa Hitam, Harith Iskander, Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah, Altimet, Soh Chin Aun, Santokh Singh and the cast of Ola Bola, plus various other organisations. RUMOUR MILL ALL FOR SHOW A young socialite is trying to boost her image by showing off her philanthropic…
This year, the Embrace the Gift of Life Charity Project by Shangri-La Hotel successfully raised RM400,700 to aid 11 critically ill children, suffering from severe heart ailments. The money will fund the heart surgery for the children whose ages range from as young as two months to 16 years old. The cheque presentation ceremony took place during the Buka Puasa Charity Dinner, which was graced by guest of honour, HRH Sultanah Nur Zahirah of Terengganu.…
