Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2018 i Tatler Malaysia

“My creative portfolio often reflects themes of displacement and features reflections of my Malaysian roots” Tell us about yourself! I was born and raised in Malaysia before moving to the UK at age 16, to complete my A-Levels. Living abroad and getting the opportunity to assimilate into another culture was the stepping stone to my journey in the US. I was accepted into CalArts and migrated once again to California. What led you to founding your own studio in the US? During my time at CalArts, I explored a spectrum of art practices including sculpture, photography, interactive media and even performance art. My unbounded curiosity cultivated my interest in designing and conceptualising multimedia installations—these often take the form of large-scale experiences that involve video projections, animations and sound design. After…

Behold, the pinnacle of Shiseido’s skincare technology—the Future Solution LX. Formulated with SkingenecellEnmei, it is the only anti-ageing ingredient proven to holistically improve the quality of skin, enabling it to regenerate while offering protection, to enhance your inherent beauty, promising a future of radiant, smooth skin. DATIN SHIRIEENE HAJAMAIDEEN AND PUAN SRI SIEW YONG GNANALINGAM Though related by marriage, everyone can attest to the fact that this mother/daughter-in-law relationship is truly special—(we even spotted them walking in for the photo shoot with matching handbags!)—and palpable through Datin Shirieene’s message to her young-at-heart mother-in-law this Mother’s Day: “Thank you for welcoming me into your family and your heart. I’ve not only shared 18 years with my husband but with you as well, and it has been filled with great laughter, many…

Just Because .... “Dian is someone I have long admired for her kind-hearted soul and connection with nature.”Kim Raymond “Kim is such a dedicated mum! The love that she has for her daughter, Sky is inspiring to all mummies out there.”Jenn Low “Jenn is my best yoga student—she’s in my class every Sunday! There is never a dull moment with her around.”Datin Dian Lee Cheery confetti and bobbing balloons aside, there was something in the air that afternoon. A heady, happy fragrance by Jo Malone London permeated the studio, inducing a good mood among the personalities present. The spirit of camaraderie is also tangibly felt once Kim Raymond, Jenn Low and Datin Dian Lee arrive for the shoot. Strong fits of giggling often seized the trio, cancelling out the…

It was a cause for celebration when Cold Stone Creamery unveiled a local outpost in Pavilion KL. Founded in 1988, Cold Stone Creamery is known for its Signature Creations, a range of make-your-own desserts that lets customers pick their choice of mix-ins—all theatrically combined on a frozen granite slab. The event kicked off with a series of performances, followed by an official ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by Tengku Datin Paduka Setia Zatashah. THE INSIDER It was revealed during the launch that Cold Stone Creamery will be introducing local flavours into their list of ice cream offerings…

While there are certainly other aspects that come into play for that perfect celebration or event, the venue is undoubtedly, by and large, the biggest deciding factor. Enter Zebra Square, an event space comprising amazing sub-sections such as The Great Hall, The Courtyard, The Gaggenau Room, The Boulevard, The Waiting Hall and The Garden—all rolled into one block, so there is a space to match every occasion or event. Be it brand launches, corporate events, weddings, or parties, the versatile Zebra Square is the go-to venue for bespoke events, with full service provided; so it’s just a matter of picking what suits your needs best. Next, the other important factor: Food, which has the power to make or break the overall experience of any event. Thus, Zebra Square pays careful…

Think of it as a non-invasive facelift, to help tighten sagging skin and counter the visible effects of ageing AGEING IS AN inevitable part of life, but we can choose to age gracefully… with a little help from Clé de Peau Beauté’s latest addition—the Firming Serum Supreme. Its name alone should incite confidence in its ability to bring about the desired firming results, plus addresses other skin concerns such as density and contouring. Think of it as a non-invasive facelift, to help tighten sagging skin and counter the visible effects of ageing. The march of time cannot stop the skin from losing its natural elasticity and collagen production. It’s a fact that repetitive facial expressions, sun exposure as well as rapid weight loss can prematurely age your skin and lead…

What will it be this year? Mermaid tails and waterfalls of intricate lace? Sweet pastels or bright florals? The shapely kebaya, demure baju kurung or the roomy, caftan-style abaya? Whether you like it modern, love the outfits from the good ol’ days or just want a timeless, versatile piece, here are a few of your Raya favourites designed by some of our favourite local designers. ALIA BASTAMAM Soft draping details, peek-a-boo layers and subtle patterns—Alia Bastamam’s Raya collection shows us that less is more, with accents that don’t overwhelm. While pastels are aplenty during Raya, little details like the ruffle across the bodice, sleeve bows or embroidery on the see-through layers give it a slight twist that elevates the entire outfit. SYOMIRIZWA GUPTA The theme of the day at Syomirizwa…

MYSTERIOUS movements, invented in the 19th century, magically enable watch hands to levitate within the scope of a dial. The Tambour Moon Mystérieuse Flying Tourbillon, however, turns up the shock factor: hour and minute hands aside, the entire LV 110 calibre is surrounded by vacant space. Less a result of the occult and more optical illusion, the impossible is made possible via a dual discovery: the first involves innovative materials, namely transparent sapphire crystal, while the next necessitates the clever positioning of specific components— the central wheels controlling the hours and minutes; a tourbillon carriage at 6 o’clock; and hidden from the human eye, the co-axial double barrel buried beneath a monogram flower at 12 o’clock. Entirely produced and pieced together by La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton, the Tambour…

AN EYEBALL- inflating timepiece which pictures don’t do justice, the RM 11-03 channels the reverberating rumble of a well-oiled engine and the smoky tang of rubber meets road —such is the might of its visual cues. Rolling onto the scene at the 88th Geneva International Motor Show, the invention rapidly parked itself in everyone’s daydreams, awakening new yearnings. Its exclusivity only enhances its appeal. A total of 500 watch enthusiasts (or fewer, given the possibility of multiple acquisitions per client) get to call the timepiece theirs. Priced at 180,000 Swiss francs or RM727,530, the chronograph is being released under strict conditions: those holding keys to the McLaren Ultimate Series get first claim. CREATIVE COMPATIBILITY “I hate gimmicks—everything that doesn’t have a real, proper function,” grumbled Richard Mille at this year’s…

“As parents, we hope that they will be able to happily pursue their passions, live to the fullest and contribute to society. And it is our role to teach them that nothing is impossible” When we step into Melissa Seow’s household, the ambience is positively chirpy. The six-year-old triplets—Marissa, Kimmie and Arianna—are bouncing from foot to foot, thrilled to show every guest their most prized possessions. As they babble on about shiny princess tiaras and My Little Pony, as well as the many masterpieces Kimmie, ‘the artist’ among the three, has drawn, we cannot help but to imagine how much fun (and mayhem) it must be to be a mother of multiples. “They sure have inherited their daddy’s love for talking. He is an entrepreneurial speaker,” Melissa laughs by way…

An accomplished Italian with a refined taste for the finer things in life, Modesto Marini’s establishments are iconic and offers diners the chance to experience the amazing when it comes to gastronomy. Parallels between the world of automotive excellence and culinary splendour may seem unpalatable, but this veteran restaurateur ensures you that the both pair well together, upon closer inspection. Lexus became popular because of its reliability, and it’s the same in the restaurant business Delivering Amazing, Consistently Through a combination of engineering masteries and fine craftsmanship, the fifth-generation LS (short for luxury sedan) is brought to life—produced at the manufacturer’s plant in Tahara, Japan, by only the most skilled personnel. Marini’s on 57 and renowned steakhouse Marble 8 create sensational dining experiences with only the most skilled personnel too.…

NEAT AND NEW Following the revamp of its presidential suite, Grand Millennium KL is ready to welcome its more discerning guests to a comfortable home-away-from-home, which combines timeless pieces for a classical modern ambience. The suite features a welcome foyer, dining lounge for six, living room, a workstation, a cabinet of fine art, two bedrooms, a bathroom with an oversized square tub plus a walk-in wardrobe. millenniumhotels.com A WEALTH OF WELLNESS Datuk Wira Lee Wah Chong and Dr Shirley SJ Jong (centre), cofounders of The Orchard Wellness & Health Resort in Melaka, have snagged the Best Wellness Retreat 2017 award at the 24th Annual World Travel Awards gala ceremony, which was held alongside the third Annual World Spa Awards event. The Orchard hosts healthy vacations which comprise Detox, Retreat and…

For the second instalment of the Malaysia Tatler x Lexus Malaysia Power Series, we brought together eight dynamic couples, who also complement each other professionally, to discuss a highly relatable topic—being thoughtful at work and at home with your partner, in order to have a successful work-life balance. The lively Michele Kwok and Fred Choo, who both manage a number of eateries under Soul Society, as well as run businesses of their own, acted as the moderators for the open dialogue. The evening’s proceedings took place at Rama V, and guests were treated to delicious offerings of Thai delicacies. THE INSIDER The Macallan provided drinks for the evening, creating two unique cocktails that proved to be a hit…

TSH Resouces Berhad’s latest annual dinner took a ride to the Wild Wild West, which had guests arriving in their finest cowboy and native American costumes. The ballroom was decked out to recreate an authentic feel according to the theme, while entertainment for the evening came from various acts. The event ended with a best dressed awards and a lucky draw contest. THE INSIDER The ballroom was decked out with rustic wine barrels, hay bales, lanterns, cactus and ornamentations…

Let us revisit your school days. You, seated in the classroom—were you seated at the front, middle or back? Were you pointedly ignoring eye contact with the teacher, daydreaming, or feverishly jotting down notes? What kind of student were you? Do you recall school with fondness, or do you grimace at the memory? What if you could go back to school, in a different circumstance, live a life so different than the ones you lived back then? That was the Malaysia Tatler team’s endeavour, when we set out with two volunteers from the community—the director of Hallmark Jewellery William Sin and Denise Chiew, a designer in the textile industry—to experience what it was like to take part in our Generation T lister Dzameer Dzulkifli’s Teach For Malaysia programme, for a…

HAVING NOT BEEN to a yacht show, let alone on a yacht before, I was eager and excited to check out the scene as well as the ships on display at the Thailand Yacht Show. It was a sweltering hot day when I landed in Phuket, but all my worries about the heat melted away as I saw the myriad of cool ships, glistening under the sun, as I arrived at the Ao Po Grand Marina. I make my way down the bustling marina, marvelling at the vessels I pass by. Some of the ships belong to private owners, who dock there to flaunt their boats, and only allow private guests in. Others are more inviting, and welcome anyone intrigued by their vessel in for a tour, or even just…

As an OLED TV, the A8F series produces an incredibly detailed picture with deep blacks, rich and realistic colours plus has a wide-viewing angle MALAYSIA TATLER had the honour of attending Sony Bravia’s regional launch in Singapore, and in celebration of its local arm’s consecutive launch and release, we shine the spotlight on the hero among the launch lineup. Not to say that the rest pale in comparison, but simply that this follow-up to Sony’s uber successful Bravia A1 OLED last year, is one to watch—after all, Sony always aims to awe, no matter what the product is at the end of the day. To passers-by, it may seem as if there aren’t any drastic changes or switch-ups, but to Sony zealots, the most evident change would be its stand—now…

THERE IS a thin line between accidents and chances, and it is said that most masterpieces are produced by accident. For A Prathap’s collaboration with Datuk Ramli Ibrahim—a photography exhibition focusing on Ellora, called the Cave of the Heart—that was exactly what had happened, as it was an unplanned masterpiece. “Datuk Ramli and I were supposed to shoot photographs at Mamallapuram, Chennai last December. However, we both ended up not being able to make it,” said the photographer who also contributes to The Times of India (Chennai edition). “Then Datuk Ramli told me that he was going to perform in Aurangabad for a dance festival, late January 2018, and suggested I consider photographing the Ellora Caves not far from there, which we both had never been to.” Following that, Prathap…

4 TALES FROM AMMA’S KITCHEN Humorous and heartwarming tales of a lovable Indian mother, her not so Indian children, a Chinese daughter-in-law-wannabe and an Indonesian helper who is more Malaysian than most locals. klpac.org 6 CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE A new production of artistic performances which showcase the talents of amazing veterans accompanied by topnotch choreography as well as classical masterpieces and popular contemporary music. mpo.com.my 10 DATO’ SERI A Malay adaptation of William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Macbeth, Dato’ Seri is a localised version that follows the struggle—both in thought and action—of Dato’ DiKajang, as he deals with the choices he makes, and its consequences. klpac.org 13 LET’S BUILD A BAND! Percussionist and presenter Kevin Hathway of the Philharmonia Orchestra (above) gives us a step-by-step, on how to build…

The Artling and Hong Kong Tatler’s annual Art Basel party, which was sponsored by Hublot, drew a lively crowd, including Emily Lam-Ho, Antonia Li and Denise Lo, to Popinjays, the newly opened rooftop restaurant and bar atop the Murray hotel. The evening’s guest of honour was Swiss tattoo artist Maxime Büchi, who gave a live demonstration of his art. He treated the winners of our social media giveaway, Adam Bires and Tina Rim, to personalised tattoos. For those unwilling to commit to the real thing, a temporary-tattoo station had a range of custom designs created by Maxime. We also spotted Edwin Pun, Esther Sham and Sunny Tan enjoying the interactive photo booth, all smiles as they flashed their Hublot timepieces for the camera. Guests enjoyed Mumm Grand Cordon and Absolut…

A highlight (of the wedding) was their first dance, deemed to be their first mini project together WHILE GENERAL consensus states never to judge a book by its cover, both Findy Limpid and Lionel Leong’s first impressions of each other were largely accurate. “I regarded him as a shy gentleman,” said Findy. “And am glad he is still the same gentleman whom I thought he was. The shy part though, not so much anymore!” In similar fashion, Lionel recognised his soul mate straightway. “There was this little voice in me that said, ‘She is the one.’ But the rational side of me took control and said I should get to know her more. So I did just that, only to discover that we share the same values, goals for our…

Four months after the birth of their daughter, Dato’ Jovian Mandagie and Datin Nina Ismail Sabri hosted a joyous aqiqah ceremony at Menara Felda Platinum Park. The beaming parents proudly presented her in the presence of the Tengku Puteri Seri Lela Wangsa Pahang alongside Jeanelle’s grandfather Dato’ Sri Ismail Sabri Yaakob and her godfather Yusry Abdul Halim, for the ceremonial customs of tahniq and aqiqah. THE INSIDER Like other guests at the event, Silvana Salim couldn’t wait for her turn to hold baby Jeanelle…

Stepping in the numerical-themed lounge area of Ren in Mandarin Oriental, guests were immediately transported into what seemed like an underground frat party. Franck Muller’s Crazy Hours collection turns 15, and so the team behind this watch brand threw a spectacular far-out event to mark the milestone. Guests checked out the brand’s timepieces while listening to the latest cover hits by Tasha Aleia. But wait, there’s more fun and games to be had, thanks to the champagne pong contest as well as the candy station.…

Nestled in the golden triangle at the heart of KL, is Malaysia’s first Banyan Tree hotel. Overlooking the twinkling city skyline, most suites provide a spectacular view of the twin towers and the KL tower, offering guests a modern sanctuary for a delightful and exciting getaway. Plus, with 55 beautifully designed, spacious rooms and suites—ranging from 51 to 200 square meters—the team at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur can curate the ideal experience to meet your needs without you going through the hassle; thus allowing you to just lay back, enjoy and fully relax. The establishment brings tranquillity to the bustling city, complemented by the Banyan Tree Spa that will leave you rejuvenated and revitalised. The award-winning oriental spa will charm and transport you to a natural oasis, allowing for an…

Accessory: an object or device that is not essential in itself but adds to the beauty, convenience, or effectiveness of something else; a thing of secondary or lesser importance~Merriam-Webster WHILE MADEMOISELLE Chanel would agree with the first definition of an accessory by Merriam-Webster, she surely would have been more than a little miffed by the second. Chanel is all about the accessory, after all. The slight addition to an outfit that catches the eye and gives it depth, the accessory is not secondary or of lesser importance; indeed it should be a main player in the ball court of fashion. Gabrielle Chanel had the right idea when in 1926 she decided to eschew dressing her women in bold and gaudy looks, but instead turned to black as a blank canvas…

Word goes round that you value your privacy! So thank you for agreeing to this tête-à-tête with Malaysia Tatler. No problem. It’s my pleasure. What have you been largely preoccupied with since becoming CEO of Corum in September 2017? My time is split in two: fulfilling my role as manager, which involves looking at the company’s key figures to ensure long-term profitability, and overseeing distribution policy, which necessitates finding the right answers for the current market. I’ve been trying to enforce very clear identities for Corum’s different product families to make things simpler for the consumer. Do you mean drawing clear-cut distinctions between Corum’s pillars? The Bridge, Admiral, Heritage and Bubble? Yes. I would like for there to be an easy way to imagine the face of each…

“You are never, ever too old to hug your mom. Every day I make it a point to have ‘the cuddle period’ with my son” The house is quiet when we arrive for Muhaini’s photo shoot. Her son Mateen was still asleep as the team gathered to discuss on her outfit and makeup. Just then, a sudden cry pierced the silence, which made Muhaini perk up and immediately rush upstairs. “He’s a very regimented child,” Muhaini explained when she came back downstairs, without Mateen, “he has to have his bath before coming downstairs or else he’ll be cranky.” It’s clear that Mateen Maliq is very attached to his mum, looking for assurance and approval from her no matter where he is or what he’s doing in the room. “My pregnancy…

“YOU MUST really like this place!” comments Michele Kwok to us upon her arrival at Zebra Square on Jalan Kampung Pandan, as she alighted from her vehicle with a wide grin. She is referring to our second time utilising this celebrated space for an event—the first being for the T.Dining Best Restaurant Awards in December 2017. For context, Malaysia Tatler launched the inaugural Generation T list last year, a curated and exclusive list profiling 50 of the nation’s brilliant, creative and ambitious minds. Through the input of four dedicated panellists, fondly nicknamed as the Tatler Tribe consisting of Dato’ Simon Foong, Kathy Lam, Ruben Gnanalingam and Ganesh Muren, we were able to identify and list a total of 50 individuals who we have confidence will become leaders of tomorrow. This…