Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2019 i Tatler Malaysia

THIS YEAR WILL BE the third year that Malaysia Tatler curates its annual Generation T list of extraordinary individuals showing potential to become the leaders of tomorrow. In the process of putting the list together, we are often amazed by the quality of brilliant minds and talent in Malaysia. Naturally, we knew we simply must have them grace the cover and pages of our magazine. This photo shoot was held over a period of two days. On the first day, we were honoured to photograph Olympian medallist and national cyclist Mohd Azizulhasni Awang. The Pocket Rocket, as he is fondly known, arrived 15 minutes earlier than call time. “As an athlete, you have to be disciplined. So I always make it a point to be punctual,” he says with a…

One of the most widely-recognised award ceremonies among property developers in Malaysia kicked off its fifth year with a glittering do to honour the accomplishments of industry players. Presenting the awards were Dato’ KK Chua and the Deputy Housing and Local Government Minister Dato’ Raja Kamarul Bahrin Shah Raja Ahmad and Federal Territories Minister Khalid Abdul Samad. More than 40 awards were given out that night, plus lucky recipients were also presented with a trip to Tokyo. THE INSIDER A flashmob of 100 hip-hop dancers emerged across the ballroom to entertain the crowd with a high-energy performance…

G Hotel hosted its eleventh annual corporate appreciation dinner with a blue-themed ball at its Gurney hotel in Penang. The event saw over 300 corporate guests, media partners and business agents enjoying themselves at the Insta photobooth and dancing along to ’70s and ’80s music. Guests were also treated to a five-course dinner, stunning performances and lucky draws with plenty of attractive prizes, including iPads, hotel stays, jewellery and flights, that were won that night. THE INSIDER Ricky Khoo won a return flight ticket to Bangkok, courtesy of Thai Airways…

Cortina Watch and Piaget, alongside Malaysia Tatler, hosted an exclusive dinner party at Saint Pierre in W Hotel Kuala Lumpur to celebrate the fabulous new range of watches from Piaget. The ladies got to view an array of high jewellery pieces from the Gala Collection, while the men got up close with the Emperador and Altiplano watches. THE INSIDER A total of 50 guests were invited to the private dinner…

IT’S BEEN THE ULTIMATE quest for YSL Beauté to create an all-new lip stain that lasts all day and delivers intense gloss without feeling heavy or sticky on the lips. This new formula varies from its usual range of lipsticks. Inspired by names that reflect its liquid brilliance, these 18 shades of water stains are a play on words with shades like In Berry Deep, Submerged Coral and Dive In The Nude. Upping the ante with these game-changing lip shades, YSL Beauté creates the perfect nonchalant look with subtle to intense shine with every swatch. Composed of 40 per cent water, this innovative thin film hugs the curves of your lips with a cool and light feel that is durable and comfy throughout the day. Despite its watery base, this…

ORIS BIG CROWN PROPILOT TIMER GMT The new ProPilot case may still be a sizable 44mm but it has been slimmed down for a more elegant profile. Functionally, it comes with a second time zone, indicated by a red-tipped central hand. There is also a bi-directional bezel for timing of events, a date at ‘3’ and a seconds counter at ‘9’. One of the strap options is Ventile, a Swiss-made weather-resistant woven cotton fabric made for the British Royal Air Force during WWII. The clasp has been upgraded to the ‘Lift’ seat belt-inspired version that doesn’t have to be folded to secure it. ZENITH PILOT TYPE 20 CHRONOGRAPH ADVENTURE With its hefty 45mm bronze case, khaki green dial and camouflage alligator strap, the latest Pilot Type 20 Chronograph Adventure, like…

BRING OUT THE popcorn and relax in comfort with King Cloud III, a sleek, luxurious recliner that would make a great addition to any home theatre. What really sets it apart are three things. First is its unique Touchglide technology which allows for personalised comfort. The head-, back- and footrest can be effortlessly adjusted with just a swipe of your fingertips using buttons discretely located at the side of the seat. You can even preset your personal comfort preference for easy convenience. Next is how seamlessly you can integrate optional accessories like an LED reading lamp, a charging table for your mobile device plus swivel tables, or even a Sonos speaker for the ultimate home theatre experience. Albeit small, Sonos packs a punch when it comes to sound, and setup…

LONELY PLANET’S THE BIG TRIP Need to revise before your ultimate adventure abroad? The fourth edition of Lonely Planet’s The Big Trip: Your Essential Guide to Gap Years, Sabbaticals and Overseas Adventures is curated for an assortment of travellers from students to parents travelling with children. With suggestions like blackwater rafting through glow-worm lit caves in New Zealand and a whole section dedicated to organising travel papers, it’s a resourceful guide to plan your getaway. Available on Amazon. FREE SOLO (2018) Filming mountaineer Alex Honnold as he free climbs—without assistance of devices such as harnesses—the 3,000-foot rock face of El Capitan up-close, means that filmmakers Jimmy Chin and E Chai Vasarhelyi would have to employ a climber cameraman to scale beside their subject, and document him with a (heavy) HD…

HOLLYWOOD ACTOR CHRIS PINE IS RUNNING barefoot across the main deck of our superyacht chasing a stray straw boater that’s somersaulting in the salty Caribbean breeze. “It’s too windy for hats,” warns Czech supermodel Karolína Kurková, who is taming her flailing blonde hair with a Loro Piana scarf. Meanwhile, Peaky Blinders star Annabelle Wallis is posing Titanic-style on the bow for a photo with department store heiress Hayley Bloomingdale and fashion A-lister Indré Rockefeller. Posts from these style-savvy It gals and other jet-setting crew mates, including violinist Charlie Siem, Fashion Guitar blogger Charlotte Groeneveld, style guru Taylor Tomasi Hill and British socialite Violet Manners, are whipping up a storm on social media and making our nautical knees-up the talk of the ultra-chic island of St Barths. This shipshape assemblage of…

DINING I Dream of Istanbul Who better to provide a list of restaurant recommendations in Istanbul than Zeehan Zahari, cofounder of modern European restaurant Copper? CLOSE-UP Squashing All Obstacles In an exclusive interview with Malaysia Tatler, Datuk Nicol David discusses her personal values, her loving family, and dealing with turning 30. VIDEO Datin Nina Ismail Sabri Spills Her Secrets A collaboration with Cortina Watch and Piaget, the video sheds light on how the founder of Peterana and Capello by Nina strikes a healthy work-life balance. HOMES From Bedroom to Luxe Boudoir Take heed of these interior design tips from Blaine Robert, who has transformed many of KL’s most prestigious addresses.…

VINCI NG The Hong Kong-based photographer captures the latest pre-fall trends and styles in Yin and Yang Mindfulness means… Being fully present at every moment. What’s a memorable moment from your shoot for Hong Kong Tatler? Being able to work with talented folks and having good vibes. Where are you planning to go for summer? Bali. Imagine lying on the beach with a glass of fresh orange juice and looking at crystal-clear water and powder-like sand. Love! What are you reading? Reconciliation: Healing the Inner Child by Thich Nhat Hanh. The book shows how negative emotions can turn into joy when we breathe in and explore our emotions. Your fantasy dinner guests are… Thich Nhat Hanh, Paolo Roversi, Irving Penn, Phoebe Philo, the Dalai Lama and Warren Buffett because they…

7 11TH ANNIVERSARY OF UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE CITY CELEBRATION A day to celebrate Malacca City’s declaration as a Unesco Heritage City. A well-deserved title, celebrating the city’s abundant history via museums and art. 19 THE 21ST SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION Attracting delegates from all over the world to KLCC, the global organisation is committed to improving and enabling opportunities for women and girls. siconventionkl2019.org 20 GOOD VIBES FESTIVAL With a lineup like Midnight Fusic and Daniel Caesar, we’re preparing our outfits ahead of the two-day music festival and we hear that pantsuits are this year’s must-follow Coachella trend. goodvibesfestival.com 21 AXA HEARTS IN ACTION RUN 2019 Do your bid for your cause of choice—the AXA run is separated into actual running at Dataran Merdeka and virtual run. The virtual run can…

1 DUO OF SCONES What’s afternoon tea without the iconic British baked goods? At the Librari, guests are given not one but two varieties. If you think the classic one delicious, wait till you try its fruit-studded sibling. 2 SAVOURY PROFITEROLE Traditional egg sandwiches are eschewed in favour of this unique treat. Chopped hardboiled eggs are tossed in creamy mayonnaise and used as a filling in French choux. 3 SALMON & LOX A product of Jewish communities in Poland, the bagel is one of the world’s most beloved breads. The bite-sized sandwiches at The RuMa are smeared with crème fraiche stuffed with citrus-cured salmon. 4 MINI QUICHE Capped with beef salami, the caramelised onion quiche at The RuMa makes for elegant easy snacking. Finger food has never been such fun.…

Following a celebrated inauguration of the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Kuala Lumpur in 2018, the prestigious event made a grand entrance this year with an unforgettable gala event. Celebrities, VIPs and models came in their finest gowns and posed for cameras throughout various spots of the photo-worthy setting. The Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall was transformed into a pulsing venue, that brought the runway to fashionable guests. Renowned designers like Khoon Hooi, Wardrobe and Carolina Herrera presented their new collections in a series of fashion shows, as diners sat down to a four-course dinner by Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur. THE INSIDER The winners of the Fashion Futures Design Competition were announced that evening and opened the show with a presentation of their creations…

“Self-love is important to one’s state of being. A skincare routine using Sulwhasoo is one of the best ways I spoil myself” BORN AND RAISED IN JAKARTA, Angela Karto moved to KL after falling in love with local investment banker Erwin Azizi. She assimilated quickly into Malaysia’s high society, thanks to her kind nature and convivial spirit. Now happily married, this society darling juggles her time between her Nusantara batik menswear label, Bleu Natar, and running a tight ship in the Erwin household. To Erwin, she is the beating heart of their family, and he cherishes her selfless contribution. “Words can’t describe the positive impact she has on myself, our family as well as our friends,” says the director of Menara Group about his wife who handles both her business…

DeGem and Lazare Kaplan hosted a delightful afternoon tea party to mark the launch of their latest jewellery collection. The event also saw the jewellers contribute a donation of RM45,000 to the Breast Cancer Foundation. As guests enjoyed a fine spread of pastries and desserts, three models donning the jewellery came around to give each table a closer view of the stunning diamonds. THE INSIDER A loyal fan of the brands, won the Wing of Hope brooch, as part of their CSR campaign…

The Rouge Signature lipstick collection by L’Oréal Paris was launched at The Grounds KL. With statement bold colours—each imbued with a name to mark its empowering tone—the feathery, barely-there sensation makes the lipstick easy to wear as well as mix, for a shade that suits you best. Guests were also treated to a dance performance and had various exciting photo opportunities.…

WHEN WE MEET THE MORNING AFTER HE hosted a Hotel Vivier pop-up at China Tang, Gherardo Felloni hints at a possible addition to Roger Vivier merchandise under his stewardship as creative director. It’s already clear that after just a year in the job, Felloni’s love of 1950s fashion and architecture is an abiding influence on his work. During our chat at Sevva, he reveals his passion also includes the jewellery of the era, which raises the question of whether his vast collection of antique bling could spark a new category of accessories. “For now, I’m really focused on shoes and bags, but jewellery could be something interesting for Vivier,” says Felloni, smartly casual in a crisp shirt buttoned up to the top, an antique jewelled necklace, casual trousers and trainers.…

ALL SKIN IS BORN WITH an inner capital of radiance, but ageing and lifestyle factors reduces the brilliance over time. Restore your youthful radiance and evenness with Lancôme’s Absolue White Aura cream and serum for ultimate brightening regeneration results. Formulated with anti-ageing and brightening properties, this youthful elixir is enriched with dual power regeneration of grand rose extracts plus brightening actyl-c. Thus resulting in your complexion becoming a lot smoother and more radiant. The benefits of rose extract is equally captured and released via the fragrance of Absolue White Aura. The brightening regenerating cream and serum include white Lancôme rose concentrate to improve regenerating efficacy, rose essential oils to repair and even the skin’s surface, plus rose concentrate to soothe and protect from external aggressors. The vitality of the rose…

BRICE LECHEVALIER, THE MAN behind GMT magazine, the Geneva Watch Tour and the Watch Photo Awards, is set to launch the first exclusive offering of the Fine Watch Club, a private, members-only watch sales club he founded, this autumn. The series of 12 limited edition Bulgari Octo Finissimo watches in titanium will be followed by many other exclusive products. The world’s thinnest watch, the Octo Finissimo won the men’s watch prize at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG). The limited edition series is being created exclusively for the club. What’s the concept behind the Fine Watch Club? It’s the first international watch club that offers benefits to its members all year round, including weekly private sales. Every week, members will receive an offer tailored to them in one of…

SINCE GENERATION T LAUNCHED IN MALAYSIA IN 2016, we have been steadfast in our mission to inspire, connect and recognise extraordinary individuals showing potential to become the leaders of tomorrow. We achieve this by honouring their accomplishments in the annual Gen.T List that features dynamic entrepreneurs, professionals as well as creatives under the age of 40 who are making an impact across multiple industries. This year, our list is in its third incarnation, with the fresh addition of 30 promising talents who we believe are driving the nation forward with their skills and endeavours. For the first time ever, Generation T Asia will be producing a single, regional magazine listing down all 400 honourees from across Asia. Aside from 30 Malaysians, this consolidated list will identify the next generation of…

THE PICHA PROJECT HAS dropped the word ‘project’ from its name. Instead, the organisation will be known as Picha Eats from here on. Kim Lim, CEO of Picha Eats, jokingly said: “We are no longer known as the Picha Project because you treat us like a project.” The statement made the crowd roar with laughter, but left a lasting impression. The announcement of the new brand was met with some concerned questions from attendees. However, their distress was put to rest by the team who explained that the new identity was partly in commemoration of their fourth anniversary. Kim added that the new name aims to address issues by inspiring a change in society’s understanding of the word ‘refugee’ plus inculcating a new perception towards them. In attendance were ‘Picha…

“The arts is one of the few fields that transcend language” Theatre is such a small industry which is still growing in Malaysia, how do you think it has fared as a developing art? The performing arts industry is by no means small. From theatre to dance and musicals, we have seen the number of performances, quality of shows as well as export of talent grow over the years. True, that we may be presented with more options than ever in terms of entertainment but the thirst and the quest to put on a good show continues. Kakiseni is an organisation that is constantly promoting the art scene. What are your plans for it? Kakiseni has been around since the year 2000 and we have innovated the way we operate…

LOUNGING TO RECHARGE Amid the bustle of the KLIA departure area, the Sama Sama Express’ airport lounge provides a retreat to unwind. With a host of food and drink options, as well as complimentary high-speed wireless internet, travellers can bask in comfort while waiting to board. They can even freshen up in the shower room before taking off. CULTURAL TOUCH Most tourists’ first glimpse of Cat City would be Kuching International Airport. Here they can get an experience of Sarawak’s hospitality at the airport’s Golden Lounge. Built for both solo and group travellers, it features restrooms with showers and nursing areas plus offers tasty local delicacies which resonate with Sarawak’s rich culture. SHAKEN NOT STIRRED The Ocean Bar at Langkawi International Airport offers a wide array of concoctions from Western…

IT WAS NOTHING BUT A royally approved big day for bride Najwa Mokhtar and her groom Khairil Izwan. As soon as the newlyweds set foot in the grand ballroom of Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur, murmurs and gasps peppered the air at the sight of the glowing bride in an embroidered tulle ballgown with a sweeping train, designed by Fiziwoo. Her dashing groom carefully escorted her by the hand, as they made their way to the resplendent dais where their union would be celebrated in a final ceremony, with blessings from the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Al-Sultan Abdullah. Najwa and Khairil started off as friends, but soon found themselves drawn to one another despite their differences in interests and personalities. It was their appreciation and respect for one another that sparked a relationship:…

It was an afternoon of pampering for 16 ladies at an exclusive afternoon tea hosted by Lancôme and Malaysia Tatler at the Imperial Suite of Sofitel Damansara, Kuala Lumpur. Upon arrival, guests such as Yong Mei Tsin, Faridah Teh and Datin Alissa Fitri were given a sensorial hand massage using the latest products from the Lancôme Absolue skincare range—including its latest Regenerating soft cream. Make-up artists were also on standby to touch up attendees and add a touch of glam for photographs and selfies taken that day. All who were there were treated throughout the afternoon with a selection of beautiful pastries and cakes, as well as rose scented tea. THE INSIDER Guests got to customise their own Bowerhaus bracelets using pearls and other precious stones in beautiful hues of…

The opening of anti-aging and aesthetic clinic La Jung at The Shoppes at Four Seasons Place, Kuala Lumpur was marked with a lively evening that was attended by the city’s most well-heeled individuals, including Alia Bastamam, Tunku Kaiyisah, Elizabeth Lee-Yong and more. Following a ribbon-cutting ceremony initiated by La Jung’s marketing director Wan Ahmad Wan Abas and his team together with celebrities like Scha Alyahya and Awal Ashaari, the evening continued with a generous flow of champagne, dainty and delicious French canapes plus a lucky draw. THE INSIDER Guests were taken on a short tour of the luxurious facilities by La Jung’s aesthetic medical practitioner Dr Raimie Rahmad…

Recognising Malaysia’s top performing brokers and market intermediaries, Bursa Malaysia held an evening featuring a delightful dinner, performances plus awards presentation at Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur. With 44 award recipients honoured, the stock exchange definitely lived up to the night’s theme—Outthinking, Outlasting, Outstanding.…

YOU HAVE PROBABLY COME across the monogram canvas on Louis Vuitton bags; even if you have not, you know what it looks like. The instantly-recognisable design has become an icon of the fashion house for well over a century. Created by Louis Vuitton’s son, Georges Vuitton, the design served as a tribute to his late father. The elegant pattern of flowers and intertwining initials were revolutionary in its time—the monogram is one of the first symbols of French modern design. Aside from serving as a tribute, Georges Vuitton also created the monogram in 1896 as a deterrent to counterfeiters from mimicking the brand’s designs. Louis Vuitton first started as a trunk-maker in Paris, famed for making durable and indestructible suitcases; his creations were built to withstand bumps and blows from…

TWENTY-NINETEEN IS THE year of the pilot’s watches at IWC Schaffhausen. Apart from an SIHH booth decked out like an airplane hangar, the Swiss manufacture also introduces a whole new line of Spitfire aviation-inspired watches. Named after the legendary British fighter jet, the watch design itself is based on the Mark 11 timepiece worn by the Royal Air Force pilots in the late 1940s. One of the surviving Spitfire planes will be making a journey around the world next month. Dubbed the Silver Spitfire—The Longest Flight, IWC is supporting this ambitious expedition to be piloted by Steve Boultbee-Brooks and Matt Jones. For the new collection, IWC came out with guns ablaze, unveiling no less than five references from a three-hand automatic to a perpetual calendar. The collection features the first…

WHEN SOMEONE mentions the word ‘jade’, I would think of my grandmothers and great-grandmothers with their paper-soft skin over gnarled limbs and the ubiquitous jade bangles and pendants,” Choo Yilin shared. “I have these deeply nostalgic, comforting memories of climbing onto their laps and playing with their pendants and bangles when I was a child.” Having said that, Yilin, a jade jewellery designer herself, is determined to change this perception. A fifth-generation Straits Chinese immigrant from Singapore, Yilin, whose name when translated means ‘moving towards beautiful jade,’ remains true to her namesake and makes it her life’s work to share all about the beautiful, cultural heritage of jade through storytelling—and of course, her creations. “I created the brand for so many reasons,” Yilin says. “On one hand, it is for…

FOR THE THIRD CONSECUTIVE year, Malaysia Tatler has put together a panel of experts, fondly known as the Tatler Tribe, to help put-together the best possible list of young leaders for the Generation T list. The 14-strong panel in Malaysia joins over 100 Tatler Tribe members across Asia. To kick things off on a high note, we gathered Malaysia’s Tatler Tribe members for an intimate get-together over dinner and drinks. Knowing that our guest list was full of industry heavyweights who are well-travelled, knowledgeable and savvy, we had to pick the right venue to impress them. Enter Cé La Vi KL. This rooftop restaurant, bar and lounge certainly ticks all the right boxes when it comes to creating a wow factor. A 360-degree panoramic view of the spectacular KL skyline?…

HAVING MANAGED master classes for budding photographers and coaching them on visual poetry and portraits, the one advice that Nadirah Zakariya would often give is, “Shoot from the heart.” Evidenced from her varied projects of portraits featured in the likes of Vogue Italia, The New York Times and exhibited at Ilham Gallery Kuala Lumpur, her words resonate in her body of work, which includes capturing her own image to bring awareness on vitiligo, a condition of pigment loss in certain areas of the skin. “The Fantagirl project for Vogue Italia was very personal, and it was a chance to share my story, and not just my work, to a broader audience. Of course, it has also been a dream to be featured in the magazine’s gallery.” Nadirah also shared the…