Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2019 i Tatler Malaysia

Genting Group’s Loui Lim graces the cover of the inaugural Scions Issue, which shines a light on 60 heirs with notable names and remarkable resumes following in the steps of their forebears to build on the success of their family businesses—and beyond. Sonia Cheng, CEO of the Rosewood Hotel Group, graces the cover alongside her team in as they celebrate the opening of the first Rosewood property in Hong Kong. She shares fascinating stories behind her biggest project yet. Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray graces the cover of the Art Issue. While she initially hadn’t considered entering pageants, she realised that participating in such competitions would allow her to broaden support for her charity work. On the cover is RB Capital founder and property scion Kishin RK, who talks about…

ANDREA KEE A former fashion editor turned fashion stylist, Andrea styles the looks of the eco-warriors in our feature story What are you freakishly bad at? I’m terrible at swimming; I just never quite get the breathing technique right! What is the best piece of advice you’ve received? To stay grounded and level-headed no matter what comes my way. If you had to pick a new name for yourself, what name would you pick? I’m happy with the name my parents chose for me! If you could get away with one crime what would it be? Stealing, for obvious reasons ;) KIM MUN This KL-based photographer slithered among the grass and trees to capture the environmental activists in Eco-Warriors, on the Watch What’s your happiest memory? When I met my…

There’s a punk-rock element to your jewellery which is uncommon of traditional designs. Tell us more about your approach. I needed to break away from the restrictions of common design. I was a punk back then and some of it stayed with me; it reminds me of my teenage years. You can’t keep being a punk, but I like the spirit, that of taking control of the environment; how you dress and what you listen to is what punk is all about, and it can translate well into jewellery. Music has been an influence in your life and designs; what album impacted you most? Probably The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars because I remember being 14 and looking up to David Bowie and thinking…

1 NAMELAKA A note to fans of fruit-based desserts: this pâtisserie is likely to be the apple of your eye. Coached by Cédric Grolet, owner Low Chin Kuan churns out sculpted desserts that are indistinguishable from the real thing. 34-1, Jalan Telawi 2, Bangsar Baru, Kuala Lumpur | 03-2201 3241 | namelaka.my@gmail.com 2 KIARA CAKES Patience is a virtue exemplified by the staff as customers spend several long minutes deciding what to order from the dizzying selection of desserts here. Slathered in a lilac buttercream, the lavender chocolate cake with earl grey is the signature dessert, but it was the strawberry lychee rose cloud cake that wowed us. 7.4, Vista Kiara, Jalan Kiara 3, Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur | 03-6206 4335 | kiaracakes@yahoo.com 3 SENIMAN KAKAO Beer on tap? How…

MATCH MADE Christine is definitely a pro at pairing accessories well with her outfits, as proven here…

AT THE TIME engineer Andy Low launched his turnkey company, specialising in modernising port cranes in 2014, he was aware that he was taking a huge gamble by leaving a secure job behind for this endeavour. But Low, a lifelong lover of extreme sports, associates the ups and downs in business to a personal hobby of his—mountain biking; which he once did in Tagaytay, Philippines. “It’s just a matter of overcoming your mental limitations” “There was once when I was on this route, and I encountered a steep uphill climb that pushed me to my limit, but I refused to give up and persisted through the route. I thought I had already conquered my fear after that climb, until I had to navigate another narrow path downhill at high speeds.…

A spectacular annual dinner was held by The Veritas Group Design at the Royale Chulan Hotel Kuala Lumpur. Themed a Grand Royal Night, guests entered the hall with their gold, ancient empire-looking ensembles as they were warmly greeted by ‘palace guards’ upon arrival. Entertaining performances, competitions and lucky draws enlightened the royals-in-disguise throughout the night. THE INSIDER Meera Nazreen and Mohamad Sadeeq Mohamad Said were named best-dressed of the night…

Attendees dressed up to the nines and travelled far and wide to witness the crowning of the new Miss Universe Malaysia 2019, which went to Shwetajeet Kaur, or better known as Shweta Sekhon. The 22-year-old won the title after beating 17 other contestants, as well as brought home the title of Miss Glojas Beautiful. The first runner-up title went to 25-year-old Frost Yaw Hui Jing from Johor, while the second runner-up was 23-year-old Tessminderjit Kaur from Selangor followed by Kuala Lumpur’s 25-year-old Lee Su Hsien. Shweta will go on to represent Malaysia at the Miss Universe competition later this year. THE INSIDER The new Miss Universe received a Habib Jewels crown costing RM2.38 million, prizes worth RM180,000 and a full HELP University scholarship…

“If the kitchen is the heart of the home, I’d like to think that Gaggenau is the soul,” expressed Denise Tan eloquently. The head of Gaggenau Asia Pacific region was one of various VIPs to address the polished crowd gathered at the official launch of Bina Warehouse Kitchen Gallery in Kampung Attap, KL. As the first and only SieMatic flagship showroom in the country, Bina Warehouse Kitchen Gallery is the place to visit when remodelling one’s kitchen. Outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment and sleek furnishings, the showroom aims to provide an immersive experience to inspire architects, interior designers, chefs, and anyone and everyone who loves to cook. THE INSIDER Chef Stefan Zoisi taught guests to make flatbread pizza…

Giving details to his sketches, Ermenegildo Zegna’s artistic director Alessandro Sartori accentuates voluminous shapes and patterns for its couture summer 2019 collection. A variant of pastel colours fading like paint on canvas provides a lighter side to the robust masculinity seen with the use of metallic pendants, down to the Cesare sneakers. With the spotlight on monogrammed accessories and bespoke footwear from XALF, here’s how to execute the art of mixing and matching with these accessories.…

Summer’s wonderfully warm days unfortunately come with high levels of humidity. While there’s something to be said for the power of embracing seasonal frizz, dabble in braids for protection from exposure to the elements. Play with ribbon-woven twists before that much-needed dip in the water or textured plaits for your last-minute European getaway. Forget about romantic Rapunzel-esque locks and instead embrace full-on combatant style. This season it’s all about the tough and sleek, and braids should be worn long and low, with super shine. Recreate the runway-approved wet look by working a gel or serum through the lengths of damp hair for a no-fuss, stay-put style.…

IF YOU FANCY DESSERTS, YOU’LL BE happy to know it has now become pretty cool style statements for the wrist, thanks to Richard Mille. “Looking at the existing range, the references to confectionery were almost instinctive,” exclaims Cécile Guenat, the artistic director of Richard Mille. “The crowns of RM 07-01 and RM 037 reminded me of Italian ice cream or cupcake toppings. The case of RM 016 reminded me of liquorice. It was an opportunity to revisit existing collections from a new perspective, plus give them a bit of a twist, make them fun.” To satisfy her ‘sweet tooth’, Guenat set out to introduce these sugary treats into the Richard Mille universe. The result is candy heaven—the aptly named Bonbon collection comprises 10 models in a total of 60 delicious…

BERUNDA BRACELET Created in pink gold and set with a cushion-cut ruby of 3.23 carats and a cushion-cut DIF diamond of 3.99 carats RUBIES FLAMBOYANT TRANSFORMABLE NECKLACE Crafted in white and pink gold and set with a 25.76-carat cushion-cut ruby, 18 oval-cut and cushion-cut rubies totalling 30.40 carats, and diamonds AMOUR SACRÉ CLIP Made in white, pink and red gold and featuring rubies in the maison’s signature Mystery Setting highlighted by diamonds ANDAAKAR NECKLACE Made in white and pink gold and featuring an oval-cut ruby of 5.03 carats and a 1.21-carat oval-cut diamond SOLEIL LEVANT RING Crafted in white and pink gold and set with a cabochon-cut ruby of 10.53 carats surrounded by diamonds ÉVENTAIL SOUVERAIN CUFF Made in white and pink gold and set with diamonds and 13 oval-cut…

• Use Your Voice • Be Informed • Eat Sustainably • Recycle Whenever You Can • Reduce Waste • Reusable Bags • #NoStraw • Better Media Coverage • Tougher Laws and Penalties • Instil Policies • Focus On Adaptation, Not Mitigation • Re-evaluate Value and Purpose • Relevance to Everyday Lives • Use Plastic Free Alternatives • Pay Attention to How You Use Water • Reduce Paper Usage • Be Mindful • Alternative Travel Methods • Learn More Through Activities and Projects • Incorporate Environmentalism in Classrooms • Teach Them Young • Use Energy Efficient Lightbulbs • Turn Off the Tap When Brushing • Shorten Shower Time • Grow Your Own Garden • Limit Use of Harsh Chemicals • Don’t Waste Electricity • Reduce With Compost • Shop Less •…

MALAYSIA Tatler got a sneak peek of the acclaimed musical, The Phantom of the Opera before the show reached our shores. Now on a world tour, the troupe made their first Asian stop in Manila, Philippines—opening at the The Theatre in Solaire. Then, after the performance in Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands, it premieres for the first time ever at our very own Istana Budaya, from June 15 till July 7, 2019. Based on the novel of French writer Gaston Leroux, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s most famous musical tells the tale of a mysterious, almost mythical character (The Phantom) that terrorises a Parisian opera house. Drama unfolds as The Phantom becomes enraptured—and obsessed—by one of the opera house’s talented singers (Christine Daaé) who also happens to be in love with a nobleman…

SOME ENGINES HUM AND whine, while others roar, but a Harley-Davidson’s engine rumbles. To the unfamiliar, the low, deep-throated, distinctive sound could easily be mistaken for a loud thunder, but to a biker, there’s no mistaking the sound of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Capturing the essence of freedom, heritage, community and quality, the Harley-Davidson brand has provided bikers with 116 years of quality riding experience since being founded in 1903. Under the refreshed dealership network, Harley-Davidson of Petaling Jaya (HD-PJ) officially opened its doors in March 2018, but with a unique twist in terms of its sales. “Motorcycles are interesting, and for a motorcycle to be experienced to its fullest capacity, they need to be in the right environment” The metal steeds are currently housed at The Gasket Alley. But what…

INVIGORATING POSTURES 1. Sugar Cane Pose Also known as the Ardha Chandra Chapasana. This posture will help build endurance, especially in the feet, plus it strengthens legs, as well as opens the hips, among other benefits. 2. Intense Leg Stretch C “Prasarita Padottanasana C stretches the back and inner leg muscles. A hip opener, it lengthens the spine, shoulders and chest, plus calms the mind and relieves mild back pain, too.” 3. Three-legged Downward Facing Dog “Tri Pada Adho Mukha Svanasana stretches the entire body, builds strength, and not to mention, energises and relieves stress, headache, fatigue and even indigestion.” 4. Half Spinal Twist “Believe it or not, this Vajrasana pose will stimulate the pancreas, which is extremely beneficial for people suffering from diabetes. It also helps reduces belly fat…

A WELL MIND AWE’s guided rainforest immersion connects participants with nature and the tranquillity of the ancient rainforest—restoring balance and peace of mind. Yoga sessions are held here for meditative attunement with the forest. WELLNESS NUTRITION AWE’s unique Bornean-themed vegetarian menu is derived from indigenous herbal and food traditions plus science to nourish at the deepest level. They also offer guests a daily ‘shot’ from the ulam plant pegaga (centella asiatica). REJUVENATION AND SKIN HEALTH Bornean herbal beverages, skin treatments and immersive forest experiences rejuvenates one from the innermost cellular levels to give outer radiance. Plus, a traditional deep-tissue massage by a master practitioner renowned for his healing abilities in the Penan community. PHYSICAL WELLBEING AND VITALITY AWE will take fitness-oriented guests through the Mulu rainforest and cave systems, to…

My philosophy in life EVERYONE HAS A HEAVY IMPACT ON THE ENVIRONMENT, AND I WANT TO LEAVE A POSITIVE ONE; TO SAVE PLUS RESTORE AS MUCH AS I CAN. 1 TIPS TO START GOING #ZEROWASTE Start noticing what you use and consume. Refuse unnecessary trash and equip yourself with stuff most of us already have—containers and water bottles. We fuel the demand, and if the demand reduces, the supply will too. 2 PERSONAL ZERO-WASTE LIFESTYLE PRACTICES I buy food sans packaging—say no to single-use plastic—and avoid buying new things. I also compost, grow my own vegetables, not eat meat nor waste food. I freecycle and recycle; there’s always ways for you to learn and improve on for a sustainable life. 3 MOTIVATING OTHERS TO LIVE SUSTAINABLY By being an example—I…

Dato’ KK Chua “There is nothing like looking at a newborn and realising you’ve much more responsibility, and more than that, he or she becomes your pride and joy. Your days are brighter with them. You yearn to hear them talk about their day, to take them to go play outside and to be free as children should be; and they are simply a joy to be around. One cute thing my five-year-old girl does before I get her to bed, is that she whispers to me to buy her the Kinder Joy chocolate with a free toy inside. And she always insists on getting the blue ones, despite it supposedly being for boys. She has a mind of her own and even now, she cries whenever we ask her…

You will not hear Datin Nina Ismail Sabri lament that there is never enough time in a day. Her husband, fashion designer Dato’ Jovian Mandagie, says that she is an organised perfectionist with a plan. This is confirmed by Datin Nina, who alluded to her excellent time management as the reason for her success. “As a businesswoman, wife and mother, I have to balance my time well, and ensure all get the attention they deserve,” she says. Her routine involves sending Jeanelle to school in the morning, going to work then scheduling daily playtime with her daughter, while evenings are spent with her other half. “Jeanelle goes to bed around 8pm, then it’s our couple time. The balance is healthy—I get to work plus spend time with them.” Nina owns…

The Fendi fall/winter series was the final collection designed by the late Karl Lagerfeld, which was made even more intimate with the release of his sketches. Hidden behind the ink strokes and the blot of red for the figure’s lips is the fabric, structure and the very look envisioned by the designer himself before the dress was realised from paper to the runway. True to the spirit of style, accessories like a sleek Saint Laurent sling bag and dramatic Guiseppe Zanotti heels add excitement to the entire look.…

God’s Own County—well, one of the regions of the world that claim that appealing appellation—is in danger of becoming rather smug. It already has more Michelin-starred restaurants than anywhere in the UK outside London, ivy-covered medieval pubs, castles to rival the fanciest French chateaux, windswept dales and a coast as spectacular as the shores of any Scandinavian archipelago. And now it’s building an enviable reputation as a cultural hotspot. Anyone flying to Europe this summer should consider swapping yet another week in Saint Tropez for a holiday in England’s wildest county, Yorkshire. There they will find mouth-watering meals galore and hikes through the dales and glens that were brought to life by the Brontë sisters—and now they will also have the chance to mosey around one of the most culturally…

IT’S TRUE THAT WORDS LIKE GLOBAL warming and climate change have become common in our daily lives and yet we don’t really understand what a 3ºC increase in global temperature means. A recent Popular Science article drives home the impact of global warming with something that hopefully most people can better understand. It reports on a study done by an ecologist from the University of Maryland and his coauthors based on analog modelling for 540 cities in America, to show what the climate will look like in these cities in about 60 years. The result is pretty damning, as they found there will be significant changes in the climate in many of the cities. To put it succinctly, the ecologist, Matt Fitzpatrick, notes that his grandchildren are unlikely to recognise…

STARTING ANEW Determined to move on, a beautiful young divorcee (whose husband left her for his secretary) completely overhauled her image. A new hair colour and facial lifts later, she is now on the prowl for a young man to complement her new and improved image. WHEN FRIENDSHIP ENDS When two socialites known for being BFFs had a falling out over a man, the two women were quick to rally supporters to their side. What ensued was a social media campaign to take down the other, with two camps forming behind each other. And we thought one would have moved on past high school drama in their 40s. ONCE BITTEN, TWICE SHY A certain individual who is known to lure high society businessmen into questionable ventures still hasn’t given up,…

1 GAWAI Celebrated mainly in East Malaysia, it is both a social and cultural occasion to mark the end of the harvest season. A festival that’s filled with singing and dancing before the start of a new farming season. 5 EID AIDILFITRI Malaysia Tatler would like to wish its readers Selamat Hari Raya! Be careful on the road as you balik kampung for the festivities; and don’t forget to send some ketupat and rendang our way. 6 X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX (2019) The telepathic Jean Grey (below) is already struggling with the strength of her powers and now even more so after she gets hit by a mysterious cosmic force during a mission in space. 13 EXPERIENCE DANCE WORKSHOP 2019 Grind your way into these dance classes to explore the ’80s…

WHILE MANY OF us long to be part of the moment when history is made, one lawyer found herself right in the centre of one such momentous occasion when, in June of 2016, she was appointed as the nation’s first female Shariah High Court judge, together with one other female official, Noor Huda Roslan. Those in legal circles and anyone following matters of Shariah (or Islamic law) in Malaysia would recognise her name, Nenney Shuhaidah Shamsuddin. If the news of her appointment didn’t come as a shock to her colleagues in the Legal Aid Department of Selangor, where she worked for five years, the impact it left in her own life was nothing short of transformational. “My ambition was always to be lawyer; I wanted to be able to help…

China’s premium fashion group EP Yaying launched its global store at Suria KLCC. Featuring rich silk and detailed embroidery, it flaunted an abundance of Chinese arts and culture. Capturing the essence of modernity interlaced with antiquated tradition, EP Yaying apparels, bags, shoes and accessories are created with the urban woman in mind. THE INSIDER The SS 19 collection pays homage to the historical Maritime Silk Road…

Slate at the Row was teeming with industry experts as well as local celebrities who attended the launch of the new BC Fibre Clinix by Schwarzkopf Professional. Much to their delight, guests were treated to a multi-sensorial 3D culinary experience which included a product presentation that was ingeniously projected on the table—completely mesmerising the viewers as lunch was served, courtesy of Nathalie Gourmet.…

THE TREND Down feathers on sleeves and hems are the striking details on long coats in Kenzo’s fall/winter collection. The show also takes the style to a whole new level by creating a two-toned almost tie-dye effect on the fluff that’s sophisticated and poised. It makes sense to include the feature in the fall and winter wardrobe considering its timeless and elegant disposition, apart from being able to keep one warm. THE LOOK With the 21st century catching up on ’80s pop culture and fashion (Netflix’s Stranger Things, anyone?), the fashion world has been bringing pieces from the past like cropped tops, shoulder pads and full natural brows. This disco-like ensemble from Miu Miu exposes the midriff with a cutout of a floral purple dress and maintains that diamonds are…

GUCCI G-TIMELESS AUTOMATIC The green malachite stone dial adorned with golden bees fits right in with Gucci’s flamboyant style. BELL & ROSS BR 03-92 DIVER GREEN BRONZE The dive watch is enhanced with an olive green dial encased in a bronze case and bezel for a rugged-retro aesthetic. MONTBLANC 1858 GEOSPHERE LIMITED EDITION It aptly evokes the spirit of exploration with a splendid green dial, bronze case and two-time zone combo. BREITLING AVIATOR 8 B01 43 CURTISS WARHAWK Created as a tribute to the Curtiss P-40 Warhawk fighter plane with a distinctive shark mouth design, it is endowed with the Caliber 01, Breitling’s first movement manufactured entirely in-house. PATEK PHILIPPE ‘JUMBO’ AQUANAUT 5168G The khaki green of the dial and composite strap hits the mark on this luxury sport watch.…

In recent months, we’ve experienced extreme weather in our country, from heavy downpours to unbearable heat waves. Like any other person, I paid no attention to it and shrugged it off. My response was probably one of nonchalance; not attributing it to our planet’s wellbeing. Call it ignorance or obliviousness, but severe weather fluctuations are signs of climate change, and it’s time we step up to the plate and do something about it. Words like ‘global warming’ and ‘climate change’ have become common in our daily conversations and lives, whether it’s watching the late evening news, or scrolling through our phones. Although the terms have been used interchangeably, its important to know that global warming is just one aspect of climate change. According to the US Geological Survey, ‘global warming’…

The Pipe and Glass Inn The town of Beverley has two of England’s greatest medieval churches and a host of upmarket design and lifestyle shops—but mostly it has food. And the best of the lot is this small, perfectly formed inn, which has retained its Michelin star for the sixth consecutive year. The food is classic Yorkshire with a twist, the decor Edwardian hipster and the service impeccably charming. The Old Vicarage Another Michelin-recommended restaurant, this time in the kind of vicarage you know Emily Brontë would have loved. Surrounded by oak trees, weeping willows and a daisy-strewn lawn on the edge of Sheffield, the building is almost as pretty as the food is delicious. The beautifully designed seasonal menu changes weekly, but often includes langoustine with sea kale, and…

COAST CASA MARIN LO ABARCA HILLS VINEYARD PINOT NOIR 2016 A mere four kilometres from central Chile’s Pacific coast, the Lo Abarca DO (denominaciónes de origen, or designation of origin) was pioneered by proprietor María Luz Marín nearly two decades ago. Cold rolling fog alternating with ample sunshine conspire to make a pinot totally unlike Burgundy but rather a more extreme beast: fleshy with alcohol and herbal dark cherry fruit and bristling with marine acidity. PAZO DE SEÑORANS ALBARIÑO “SELECCIÓN DE AÑADA” 2008 Rare is the seaside white that will survive a decade or more in bottle, but this aromatic albariño (the riesling of Spain, native to its verdant northern Atlantic coast), with its salty tang and white blossom nose, has a density of peachy fruit that belies its light…

“I believe there’s strength in vulnerability” Tell us what In Your Skin: Bloom, Flourish, Magnify is about? It’s about celebrating our whole being and not making comparisons; we are called to do different things. We are constantly bombarded with messages on our capabilities and how we look. The French have an expression: être bien dans sa peau which denotes that an individual is well or comfortable in their skin. What can readers expect from the book? Reaching almost half a century, I share a bit of my own journey as well as that of amazing women whom I admire and I feel are confident in their skin. From Joycelyn Lee who left her career to start The Pit Stop Community Cafe to help the homeless, to Heidy Quah who started…