Malaysia Tatler covers the exclusive & stylish showcases of the very best in life, from smart parties to fine dining, international fashion, luxury travel, world’s most glamorous people, exotic travels & desirable objects.
On the cover of the Travel Issue is intrepid globetrotter Jane Louey, who tells of memorable family trips. Five Hong Kong jetsetters also reveal their most amazing journeys, and insiders share their knowledge of glamorous, buzzy Beirut. On the cover are Mooryati Soedibyo and Putri Kuswisnuwardhani, the talented mother and daughter behind beauty and wellness company PT Mustika Ratu and the Puteri Indonesia (Princess of Indonesia) pageant, with three of the 2018 pageant winners. Barcelona beckons in Philippine Tatler’s first Travel Issue, which follows cover girl and model Jessica Wilson through the dynamic, multifaceted Spanish city. Also in this issue, guide Chiara Peluso gives readers an inside look at Venice. The cover story features five ambitious members of the 2018 Generation T List—Don Harinsut, Piyarat Kaljaruek, Jainnisa Kuvinichkul, Rarin Thongma…
FEATURES One Size Fits All We got prominent female advocates of all shapes and sizes to tell us what they love about their unique bodies and how they celebrate it each day by dressing it up. Made in Malaysia Fashion goes patriotic this month with a round-up of our most beloved Malaysian brands, from local jewellery designers to clothing labels that have left a trail of devoted followers across the region. DINING Beta Than Ever Chef Raymond Tham of Beta KL talks to us about modern Malaysian cuisine and why it’s so important to our evolving culinary scene. Don’t forget to also check out our review of his restaurant in this month’s issue. VIDEO Glamping For Champs We drove 45 minutes to the heart of Janda Baik, where Puan Sri…
THERE IS NO question that the 2018 General Elections has brought a major upset to the status quo. It was a defining moment in our country’s history, as Malaysians stood by the principles of democracy and freedom; and, we also see an influx of fresh faces dotting the political scene. Like a breath of fresh air, the next generation of torch bearers will leverage on their youthful ideals to chart the nation’s direction. This year, it has never been more meaningful to celebrate our country’s independence. Akin to a dawn breaking over the horizon, we speak to three dynamic individuals representing the new breed of Malaysian leaders. Having interviewed them, we can’t help but be inspired by the fire in their eyes and support them as they strive to make…
KIM MUN The KL-based photographer has all his shots lined up for the August cover story What’s your happiest memory? When I saw my niece shortly after her birth for the very first time. What’s your biggest weakness? Those who are less fortunate, as they have a special place in my heart. Which painting would you most like to hang in your house? The iconic Mona Lisa, that’s for sure. Who would you like to be stuck in the lift with? Dwayne Johnson aka The Rock because the man himself can be relied on to help get us out in no time. IRENA ADAM This sought-after makeup artist worked her magic on our cover personalities this month If you could be a dessert, what would it be ? Magnum ice-cream…
OUR ARTPROJECTS was founded in 2013 as an art consultancy and project platform. It now operates a gallery space located in a row of restored c.1950s interconnected shophouses, in Kampung Attap, Kuala Lumpur. Previously housing the Selangor Zhongshan Association, it now is an exciting arts hub, ready to address the recent change in the country—by playing host to several artists whose drawings are rich in narrative and are performative, processual and sometimes monumental in scale. Although often considered as part of studies and preparatory sketches, drawing has now evolved to become more than just that in the contemporary art scene—it is applauded for its spontaneity and immediacy as well as serving as documents of underlying large-scale social processes and forces that are roiling, turning and churning in the shaping of…
FAME FATALE After marrying a man, presumably to increase her social standing, a young socialite is reportedly distancing herself from her parents as they question her ambitious decisions after her new status. PASSION IN PORTUGAL Two members of society, who often insist that they are just ‘friends’, were spotted in Portugal canoodling each other by another socialite who had happened to pass by a restaurant the couple were in. Friends with benefits, perhaps? REBOUND REFUSAL After snaring a young rich man’s heart, an influencer is reportedly playing coy with him as he was known to have been in a relationship right before he met her—protecting herself from being labelled as a rebound girl.…
