Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2019 i Tatler Malaysia

Angela Cheng-Matsuzawa, Yolanda Choy-Tang, Emily Lam-Ho and Tansy Lau-Tom from EcoDrive, a female-fronted NGO that fights single-use plastic, were among the industry leaders who attended the inaugural Asia Tatler Sustainability Forum at Soneva Kiri. Seven brilliant young creatives—Christian Soeseno Boenarso, Adinda Kuntadi, Jovita Widjaja-Roesli, Ramadhania Bakrie, Vannya Istarinda, Arsyah Rasyid and Maudy Ayunda—share the secrets of their success and tales of getting there. On the cover are Bo Yi Hou, chairman of Universal Cement Corporation, together with his sons Jack and Johnson, who are now helping him run the family business. They talk about how they keep team spirit up and their vision for the future. One of the region’s most successful movie stars, Tony Leung, graces the cover in celebration of being the recipient of the inaugural Chaplin Award…

MISS DEMEANOUR A socialite was shamelessly hitting on a rich businessman in front of his wife during an event. According to the inebriated socialite, it would do the businessman good to leave his wife because she would do so much better than his spouse. WOMEN WHO WOW Despite being attached to someone, a handsome businessman has to spend time blocking and deleting lusty comments on his Instagram from gold-digging women who are pushing for dates. PAY ATTENTION PLEASE A wealthy realtor hosted his birthday party in one of the trendiest nightclubs in KL, but was sadly ignored during his speech as guests were more focused on snapping selfies and the free flow of booze.…

Stars for Science THE 2019 BREAKTHROUGH PRIZE AWARDS CEREMONY In celebration of space, science and the future, a group of talented entrepreneurs from the Generation T lists across Asia converged in Silicon Valley for a multi-day experience, where the climax of the weekend was the Breakthrough Prize awards ceremony. Silicon Valley’s most glamorous event, which is staged at a stunning venue at Nasa’s Ames Research Centre, boasts a unique blend of personalities—such celebrities as host Pierce Brosnan, singer Lionel Richie, actors Julianne Moore, Orlando Bloom, Rachel McAdams and Thandie Newton; and founders and CEOs of the biggest tech companies in the world, including Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg, Google’s Sergey Brin and Uber’s Dara Khosrowshahi. Highlights of the evening included a special tribute to the late Stephen Hawking, a Breakthrough Prize laureate,…

STYLE STAR Datin Azila is not afraid to make bold fashion choices, and it shows in her edgy ensembles…

Gold and rose petal confetti showered the crowd gathered at the entrance to mark an auspicious New Year Although his birthday passed, Seungri was surprised with a cake at the launch Antoine Bakhache divulged that plans of collaborating were in the works for years, before it finally realised With the exceptional series of awards, Kanebo hopes that other women will be inspired to be exceptional as well Also celebrated at this reception was the birthday of the late King of Thailand, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej; celebrated as Father’s Day in Thailand The store spans a spacious 2,012 sqft of space, and a private salon for VIP viewings or parties Pianist Adam Gyorgy performed together with a fellow musician Key influencers from Thailand, Indonesia and Singapore came especially for this…

THE TREND LUXE NOMAD Dreaming of far-flung places and exotic beaches? So are designers. Taking inspiration from what seems like every corner of the world, the spring/summer 2019 collections are ripe with tribal prints on glittering bags, thanks to Saint Laurent, patchwork patterns from Coach 1941 and beautiful jacquard fabrics from that purveyor of prints Etro. Silk patterns of the East found their way onto platform Vara shoes at Salvatore Ferragamo, while feathers, wood and tassels form the basis of many statement accessories. Whatever your bucket-list destination this year, make sure to check it off in style. THE LABEL SAKS POTTS Social media has shone a spotlight on emerging fashion capitals outside Paris, New York and Milan in recent years, and Copenhagen, thanks to the rise of "Scandi-style," is fast…

SOMETIMES you may just find yourself on a path you never expected to be on. Just like how fashion designing became Cassey Gan’s chosen career path, even though she graduated with an engineering degree. “After finishing my studies, I knew I needed a change in career path. I started working for a local fashion magazine and found myself extremely interested in fashion, especially in the design and fabrication of garments,” she recalls. Cassey enrolled herself in a local fashion school and studied fashion designing for a year before moving abroad. “And I ended up in London College of Fashion, just like that. I pursued my interest and made that switch from engineering to fashion, thanks to my parents who were very supportive of my decision.” Under the guidance of a…

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SOCIETY Couple Spotlight Glamorous couple Ung Yiu Lin and Azlan Iskandar have come a long way from what started as a three-year long distance relationship to their beautiful family of five today. TRAVEL Bangkok Treasures We sit down with Tishti Sumitra, general manager of Thai Airways International for Malaysia and Brunei, to get his list of essential places to visit in Bangkok, plus other travel tips. ARTS The Swee Lee Life Our interview with the animated, young CEO of Swee Lee Music, Kuok Meng Ru, at the brand’s chic new Lot 10 store, has us in good spirits; he talks of his unwavering passion for music and keeping musicians united in this fast-paced digital age. VIDEO Into the Kitchen Cookbook author, mum and all-round food lover Danielle Peita Graham invites…

KIM MUN The KL-based photographer plays with foggy and cinematic lighting in our cover story If you could get away with one crime what would it be? With my kind of looks, I doubt I can get away with anything. What’s the weirdest compliment you’ve ever received? Someone once asked me whether I am gay. Which I’m not, but I do take it as a compliment because gay men tend to have better taste in everything. What’s your most successful chat-up line? “You look like a model, do I know you?” What’s your worst habit? I can’t resist a good cup of coffee every time I smell the aroma of it. HAIDA YUSOF The fashion stylist lends her expertise in prepping our cover star in Behind the Curtain What is…

What are the challenges of managing two hotel properties that are so close to each other? If both the properties are alike, then I think you will have a bit of a challenge, but Banyan Tree and Pavilion complement each other. We look at it this way: the image we’re trying to portray is that of one property with an extension. At Banyan Tree, we have 55 rooms—our rooms start at 58 square meters going up, whereas in Pavilion Hotel KL, we have 325 rooms, and our rooms start at 32 square meters… so we are offering upper luxury and luxury scales. We use the synergies of both hotels to make memorable stays for our guests. Now, on to Pavilion Hotel, what are your thoughts on the journey so far?…

JOEL NEOH Founder of Fave, a leading mobile payments and rewards platform. Location: Malaysia STEPHANIE LEE SY Founder and CEO of Thinking Machines, a data science company. Location: Philippines STEVEN KIM Co-founder and CEO of food reservation app Qraved. Location: Indonesia AARON LEE Founder of travel-tech companies Dash Serviced Suites and Black Doors. Location: Hong Kong ARRIF ZIAUDEEN CEO of restaurant reservation app Chope. Location: Singapore KHAILEE NG Managing partner of venture capital firm 500 Startups. Location: Malaysia and Indonesia KATHY GONG Co-founder and CEO of innovative gaming company Wafa Games. Location: Mainland China TERENCE KWOK CEO of communications technology company Tink Labs. Location: Hong Kong DANNY YEUNG Group CEO /co-founder of Prenetics, a genetics-enabled health company. Location: Hong Kong…

IN 2017, Elaine Too created a buzz in the beauty industry when she became the first Malaysian to assume the role of managing director in Shiseido Malaysia. Interestingly, Elaine is also the first woman to take on this important role—a progressive move for a traditional Japanese company. When I congratulated her for this achievement in her career, Elaine graciously attributed it to the faith that her superiors had in her leadership skills and capabilities. “During my interview, I could tell that they were not interested in my gender, race or nationality. They only cared about whether I would bring quality work to the table and lead Shiseido Malaysia amid the challenging environment,” said Elaine. On paper, Elaine certainly fits the bill. With close to two decades of experience in the…

Living up to the ethos of YTL Hotels’ signature touch, The Estates in Pangkor Laut is a natural haven; ideal for those who need a break from the concrete jungle, or are just looking to reconnect with nature. Situated on the northern part of the island, each of these eight private sanctuaries feature luxurious comforts, and house between two to four bedrooms, separate living and dining pavilions, as well as a private pool with dramatic views—all set across acres of a pristine two-million-year-old rainforest. Estate One, Two and Four are beachfront and feature a natural marine aquarium at its doorstep in the form of the cove’s waters. Estate Five to Nine, are on hilltops within the rainforest, showcasing the magnificent, natural arboretum. Each property includes a personal butler, who will…

Surrounded by loved ones, Sarah Ilham Shah was a bundle of joy in Datin Vivy Yusof’s warm embrace. The aqiqah ceremony began with a recitation of verses from the Quran before it segued into a photo op and a lavish feast. Dressed in pure white, the co-founders of FashionValet and The dUCk Group, were advised to guide little Sarah throughout her life with discipline, love and compassion. THE INSIDER An inflatable playmobile at the back of the ballroom kept the young ones busy…

THE TREND TOY STORY Call it nostalgia or the Peter Pan syndrome, either way, cartoons are making their way into fashion and we’re here for it. Some designers, such as Virgil Abloh, who debuted his first collection for Louis Vuitton this season in a Wizard of Oz-themed show on a rainbow runway, made a conscious decision to encourage audiences to retain their childlike innocence. Coach 1941 launched a collaboration with Disney, while Kim Jones worked with Brian Donnelly behind the collectible Kaws figurines to produce a bee-filled line. One thing is clear, whatever their age, even designers know better than to separate boys from their toys. THE LABEL DZOJCHEN The brainchild of British-Singaporean designer Chelsea Scott-Blackhall, Dzojchen (pronounced doh-jen) was born in 2013 out of Scott-Blackhall’s desire to create a…

BURBERRY Riccardo Tisci highlighted British attitude in his debut collection, naming it Kingdom to celebrate the rich heritage of England, where everything from rebellious punk to formal and refined coexist in harmony. Savile Row-inspired tailored jackets and separates were coupled with chunky Mary Janes and layered with graphic tees. The house’s iconic check was refreshed in silk blouses and handbags, while the new Thomas Burberry monogram, named after the brand's founder, appeared on belt bags and high heels. CALVIN KLEIN 205W39NYC Raf Simons' last collection for the brand—news of his departure caused shockwaves when it landed just before Christmas—is another one dedicated to American classics. Hollywood Films such as Jaws and The Graduate inspired a mix of surf-inspired and collegiate clothing that juxtaposed taboo and temptation. Neoprene wetsuits, of-the-moment florals…

The season of fresh blooms and garden parties has finally officially returned, and what better way to switch up that neutral palette you’ve been donning all winter long by letting the colours out to play? Nothing signals the arrival of spring quite like a peachy glow, and with all the rose-tinted cheeks spotted across the spring/summer shows, designers have evidently brought the garden to the runway—or at least created the just-back-from-the-Maldives gleam without the UV. Take Giorgio Armani, which had shimmery blush swooped all the way up to models’ eyelids for a fresh-faced look, while Ralph Lauren opted for an understated variation with an orange-coral shade doubling as bronzer dabbed across cheekbones. Fancy some extra oomph? Take cues from Hellessy, which gave models an almost-sunburnt treatment with cherry-red lipstick pressed…

Since it was established in 2009 on Koh Kood in the east of the Gulf of Thailand, Soneva Kiri has been a world leader in sustainable travel. The founders, Sonu Shivdasani and Eva Malmström-Shivdasani, gave a solemn undertaking that the surrounding environment and local community would benefit directly from the luxury resort. That promise has been kept through a series of pioneering programmes, including producing biofuel from used cooking oil, eschewing single-use plastics at the resort, providing guests with reusable glass bottles, committing to a zero-waste food policy, and growing and sourcing food and materials locally. “Here we ask the question, What is luxury in today’s society?” says Bruce Bromley, chief financial officer and deputy CEO of Soneva. “The idea of marble bathtubs and chandeliers and gold fittings—these are no…

WITH WAVY locks that seem to go on forever, sweeping doe eyes, and a faultless posture, Lena Franklin has what it takes to be a social media star. But her path was destined for a spiritual one, as a mind healer. Although she gallivants to trendy destinations for work—complete with fancy yoga poses and mantra-filled captions—she’s no hippie or social media influencer. The professional, mindful-based psychologist is on a mission to bring the healing to the patient, rather than the other way round. “Most people find that where they’re spending their time and energy on, is not aligned with how they want to grow in their lives,” she prescribed, summarising the frazzled city vibes. “They are not from places of joy or self-care and love.” “It’s not always about long…

1,200 The number of new jobs the production of the Porsche Taycan will create in the German town of Zuffenhausen, where Porsche’s headquarters, museum and main production plants are located MORE THAN 600HP The combined power output of the car’s two synchronous motors OVER 500KM The car’s driving range, which can take one from Singapore to Malacca and back without needing a charge 4MIN The amount of time the car needs to charge up to a driving range of 100km LESS THAN 3.5SEC The time the car takes to do a century sprint…

FEW MONTHS BACK, I was approached by Malaysia Tatler to represent them on a trip to the opening of the Club Med Les Arcs Panorama in the French Alps. It was definitely a trip I was not going to turn down. Before the trip, I was excited for the opportunity to once again have a go at European skiing, having done it more than a decade ago. After a journey that took over 24 hours, I finally arrived in Club Med Les Arcs, eager to get started! DAY 1: As we approached the lobby driveway, my eyes were transfixed by the picturesque view of the hotel. Through a combination of its natural surroundings and the modernity of its structure, Club Med has created a juxtaposition of contemporary architecture that largely…

Cocooned in Comfort In business class, sleep peacefully on a reclining bed and savour every bite of the gourmet creations by Michelin-starred chefs from the in-flight menu. The Wait is Worth it In transit, rest at the redesigned Air France lounge in Terminal 2, Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport. There is a wellness area complete with spas and saunas to rejuvenate your body and mind. At night, there is a curated cocktail menu available by Hotel Lancaster in Paris. Air France flies from Singapore to Paris then Paris to Lyon…

From your point of view, what are the qualities that set Les Arcs Panorama apart from the other Club Med properties? What are the above-and-beyond differences? We are located at the family-friendly Arc 1600 ski resort, which is part of one of the biggest ski areas in the world and the second-largest in France, Paradiski. Most of our guest rooms and terraces offer panoramic views over the Tarentaise Valley and the surrounding mountain peaks, including the world-famous Mont Blanc. How long did it take to complete the Les Arcs Panorama project? The construction of a new building in the heart of the French Alps and in the splendid ski area of Paradiski was made possible in 18 months. As a skier yourself, what do you look for as an enthusiast…

SHE HAS a voice that can rise and fall in melodious overtures, a beauty that is ageless, and a vital spirit that speaks of pluck and determination. We have the honour of having Datuk Syafinaz Selamat to front our Women’s Issue. And yes, do we have a stellar lineup of interesting women to read about this month, as we highlight their accomplishments and their contributions to society. It is a common societal belief that once women are married, they will put aside their careers to focus on their responsibilities on the home front. But the question is, why is that a given? After Margot Robbie tied the knot with her beau Tom Ackerley, the first question she was asked in almost every interview was about babies. She was outright outraged,…

Rosewood Sand Hill Nestled in the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains, this peaceful luxury hideaway was home for our Generation T honourees during their five-day trip to California to attend the Breakthrough Prize ceremony. Ideally located in Menlo Park, next to Palo Alto in the heart of Silicon Valley, the property’s 6.5 hectares of landscaped gardens and stunning mountain views provided a convenient and welcome retreat after a long day of activities. The Library & Bar was a favourite gathering place with its trio of indoor and outdoor settings. The bar spills out onto an expansive terrace where guests can enjoy light bites, fine wine and bespoke seasonal cocktails at umbrella-shaded tables and comfortable lounge seating. Wood-burning fireplaces and heat lanterns make this spot a year-round favourite. The Santa…

“I love wearing pantsuits or a nice top paired with palazzo pants, it’s chic and edgy” HAVING JUST moved into her sumptuous new home, Datin Sri Linda Chen is a well of knowledge when it comes to pantone colours, fabrics, fittings and furniture. “To get the correct shade of soft grey for my living room walls, my contractor had to mix four different hues of grey as there wasn’t a pantone colour for it,” says the soft-spoken and super chic mother of three, revealing her very definite tastes. The same can be said for her fashion sense. “I don’t go after trends; I’m into classic looks. I may buy trendy items if it suits me, but won’t wear it just to be in-trend.” Often in sophisticated and elegant dresses or…

ENGLISH POLO player, Captain Arthur Edward ‘Boy’ Capel was the inspiration behind the brand’s new line, and known for being Coco Chanel’s lover and muse. He, too, was the one who told Coco, “You are unlike anyone else”— words which still inspire people to enjoy the freedom of being nobody else but themselves, and live by their own rules. Just as how Gabrielle Chanel took to the men’s wardrobe to find inspiration to dress women, the brand now draws inspiration from elements in the realm of women to craft its first ever makeup line for men. Now, despite getting inspiration from the traditionally feminine industry, Boy De Chanel is anything but—with its midnight blue packaging and understated design, the products are carefully thought out to only meet essential needs such…

DR CHAI LAY CHING Area of expertise: Food microbiology The idea: A device that identifies disease-causing bacteria in raw chicken and other foods via specific scents The impact: Saving lives by reducing the number of deaths caused by food-borne diseases As a seven-year old girl growing up in Taiping, Chai Lay Ching’s world was turned upside down when her father was diagnosed with kidney failure. Three times a week, her family travelled to a dialysis centre in Penang, with weekend after weekend spent along hospital corridors waiting for her father’s dialysis treatment to finish. It was then that she experienced an unexpected moment of self-discovery. “I started to question how the disease came about; why my friends’ fathers were in good health but my father was sick? Why was this…

“My pledge is that my places of business are plastic-free within 12 months” —DARYL FOONGGeneral manager of aquarium operator Aquawalk, Malaysia My pledge is that I d like to reduce single-use plastic by 20 per cent in 20 hotels by the year 2020” —MARISA SUKOSOL NUNBHAKDIExecutive vice-president, Sukosol Hotels, Thailand “I pledge to work with 5,000 restaurants in Beijing and Shanghai to reduce the amount of animal products they use by 30 per cent by the end of 2020” —MAY MEIExecutive director of the GoalBlue Low Carbon Development Centre, Mainland China “By 2025, 100 per cent of our packaging will be recyclable” —WILLIAM DAVIESHead of sustainability at Swire Beverages, Hong Kong…