Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2019 i Tatler Malaysia

Cover star Adrian Cheng discusses his dreams for Victoria Dockside, a new, US$2.6 billion cultural district that he has led from conception to completion over the past decade. Some creatives Adrian commissioned for the project—including architects Rem Koolhaas and James Corner—also appear on the illustrated cover. November's cover star is actress and television show host Nia Ramadhani Bakrie, who discusses balancing her life in the spotlight with being a mother to three young children. Elsewhere, we profile Indonesian designer Ted Sulisto, who has worked his magic on everything from cutlery to gardens. Nikki Prieto Teodoro, special envoy of the Philippine President to Unicef, is featured on the cover. In the accompanying cover story, Nikki discusses her continuous fight to support disadvantaged children all around the globe as well as shares…

Sarah Saw This stylist drapes our cover personalities in beautiful Bvlgari pieces What is your family tradition for the holidays? It’s always Christmas Eve at my parents’ then Christmas and Boxing Day at my sister’s with the whole turkey affair—which involves a whole lot of feasting, drinking and unboxing presents. Who would you rather meet—Santa, his elves or Rudolph? His elves, so I can have cute little helpers with me all the time. Would you say you were in Santa’s good or naughty list when you were a kid? Naughty for sure. I was (and probably still am) such a rebel: persistent, outspoken and wild as a kid. You can only play one Christmas song on repeat for the whole day. Which would it be? Carol of the Bell by…

Tell us a bit about Ice-Watch, which hails from Belgium. What can fans of the brand expect? As the exclusive distributor for Ice-Watch in Malaysia, we’re excited to see that the brand has reinterpreted its original design with treasured models inspired by the expression of colours! Plus, there’s the annual Ice-Watch Light Up the Day Run 2019 happening on December 8 at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya which aims to promote a healthier lifestyle. Apart from encouraging a healthy lifestyle, what is the purpose of Ice-Watch organising the annual marathon? Well, Ice-Watch is all about the expression of colours and energy. The Light Up run is an event that the brand has created to share our values with the world, which is about living expressively. We hope the turnout will be…

THEASTER GATES: AMALGAM TATE LIVERPOOL DECEMBER 13 TO MAY 3 This first major UK exhibition dedicated to Theaster Gates sees the American artist exploring race and inequality in his home country by examining the history of Malaga, a small island off the coast of Maine, through sculpture, installations and film. A new film, Dance of Malaga, sees choreographer Kyle Abrahams direct dancers to the tunes of blues and gospel music played by Gates’ musical collective, The Black Monks. tate.org.uk ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER DECEMBER 5-8 The American edition of Art Basel returns, showcasing paintings, sculptures, photography, installations and films by leading modern and contemporary artists as well as up-and-coming names. More than 200 galleries from around the world are participating. The fair is split into a…

It made sense for the daughter of Supermax’s Tan Sri Stanley Thai to become an entrepreneur. With her bubbly persona and expressive candour, Cecile Thai related how she left her past career as an investment consultant to run her own business. “Even when I was an employee, I have always been a self-starter—I wanted to have a project I could grow from infancy to success. So I started examining my own life to see what problems I could solve,” she reveals. Cecile looked no further than her own personal challenges to find a business opportunity. The one thing that came to mind was her bad experience with contact lenses. “Lots of people have poor lens-wearing habits and never realise its implications; I used to be one of them. I over-wore…

Calatrava Weekly Calendar REF. 5212A-001 Patek Philippe’s calendar watches welcome a new complication into its fold: the weekly calendar indicating every day of the week in the central sub-dial. The week number and month can be found in the periphery of the dial. The choice of silver opaline makes every little detail incredibly legible, including a typography that mimics actual handwriting—every letter and number is therefore different and unique. This is the first regular production Calatrava in a steel case, which is hand-polished throughout. Annual Calendar Regulator Ref. 5235/50R-001 First launched in 2011, this patented Annual Calendar features a unique time display for a wristwatch. Inspired by the clocks that once sat in a watchmaker’s workshop, the dial has a sweeping hand for the minutes, while the hours and seconds…

FASHION IS… Fascinating. The number of seemingly separate industries that it touches—from agriculture, material technology through to logistics—weave together in a unique way to bring about the garments that we love and wear. VINTAGE FASHION OR MODERN DESIGNS? I appreciate vintage for capturing a time and place in history, but personally, I prefer more contemporary looks to wear today. ARE YOU WORKING ON ANY EXCITING PROJECTS AT THE MOMENT? AHNDE has so far solely been available as made-to-order, but as of December 2019, we will be launching our digital store where our online collections will be available for purchase. WHAT DOES YOUR GO-TO STYLE OR OUTFIT LOOK LIKE? During the day, I might wear an AHNDE Victorian cotton shirt with denim trousers and a pair of Venetian velvet flats. For…

As a tribute to the festive period, Gucci embraces the theme of gift giving with monogrammed accessories, floral patterns and the introduction of the Gucci 1955 Horsebit bag. Manifested by creative director Alessandro Michele after researching the extensive archive of the house, the Gucci 1955 Horsebit bag highlights the brand’s equestrian roots with a composed double ring and bar. Some of fashion’s hottest stars such as Korean actress Lee Sung-Kyung and the statuesque beauty, Adwoa Aboah have been spotted cruising cities with the bag. For the latest sartorial and luxe accessories, Gucci also presents a tropical line of must-have handbags, shoes and wide range of ready-to-wear with its Gift Giving collection. The recurring floral motifs in the design were first introduced in the Sixties by Italian illustrator Vittorio Accornero with…

Surpassing all limits and boundaries, technology has created a revolution for skin revitalisation that has since allowed our skin to look better. With the use of the finest instruments and innovative technological prowess, a new laser treatment was unveiled at MAC Clinic in Bangsar. Tatler sits down with Dr Hew Yin Keat, the medical director of MAC Clinic to learn about the howtos, benefits and usages of the Vanguard Aesthetics’ Cynosure PicoSure Laser Skin Rejuvenation treatment and more. PicoSure is a unique laser treatment that converts energy into gentle pressure that comes in picosecond pulses—think snappy and short. The pulses break down damaged cells to rejuvenate newer and healthier ones. It’s among the first ground-breaking laser treatments that does not use heat to burn or melt away damaged skin, thus…

DATIN FRANKLENE CHOONG “The AQ Meliority line is super hydrating and the products smelled amazing; my sensitive skin glowed and showed no signs of irritation——it looked even better the morning after!” MARIAM TEH “It was absolutely amazing! My skin was visibly brighter right after the facial, and the AQ Meliority’s Intensive Regenerating Multi Cream was a soft and supple dream that had a pleasant scent to cap off my evening.” ZAIREEN ISKANDAR “The whole experience was perfect——the Away Spa at the W Hotel was luxurious, just like Decorté’s new AQ Meliority range. Their products felt luxe and super hydrating, plus they smell simply divine! I can’t wait to go for another facial with Decorté soon; the treatment was amazing, my skin glowed right after and it really prepared my skin…

To shift the tide against the poaching of rhinoceroses and the illegal trading of their horns, an alliance was forged between the Swiss maison, campaign advocate Kevin Pietersen and the Save Our Rhino Africa India (SORAI) initiative. Symbolising this collaboration of compassion is the Big Bang Unico SORAIa commitment made tangible for the welfare and conservation of one the planet’s most endangered species by Hublot. With the watch conceived as a limited edition of only 100 models, the majority of the funds gathered from its sales will be directed towards charities such as Care for Wild—the world’s largest rhino orphanage and sanctuary for orphaned baby rhinos—as well as the South African National Parks agency, for the improvement of their surveillance teams’ capabilities. Rugged yet sophisticated, the sandy tones of its…

“I’ve been replaced as the favourite daughter,” announced Nicole Tham with a grin as she placed the Tham family’s teacup poodle, Nugget, on her mother Lee Jim Leng’s lap. Scooping the pup up for a kiss, Jim Leng retorts, “No, she’s your responsibility now. She’s your baby, not mine. Now you know what it’s like to be a mum who’s always fussing and worrying all the time!” Such is the dynamics between Jim Leng and Nicole—they behave as if they are the best of friends instead of parent-and-child. “I have never felt like we had a huge gap between us, despite our age difference. There’s always space for us to communicate and share our thoughts with each other. I was so happy when she accompanied me to Dior’s show in…

As videos of our awardees were shown on the big screen—shot with the Samsung Galaxy Note10+ and accompanied by quirky, handwritten doodle effects—here are some of the highlights that touched us. Moments before he appeared on stage to surprise his wife Dato’ Rosemarie, Wee Eng Lee came to the reception with a bouquet of flowers, and a serious expression, lifting his finger to his lips and shushing anyone who asked, who the flowers were for. And though missing her other half, Puteri Badrinise Zakuan gave a heartfelt speech in which she also lovingly mocked her husband on stage. While on the subject of loving couples, Datin Vivy Yusof alongside her media-shy husband, soldiered on to deliver her speech despite having lost her voice, thanking her other half for the hard…

FORCE FOR GOOD DATO’ ROSEMARIE WEE This honour is extended to an individual who is making an impact through philanthropy or social advocacy. Dato’ Rosemarie Wee is the director of community relations at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur, whose vital role is to forge strategic partnerships throughout Southeast Asia. Why She Won The Award With three decades of experience in fundraising, she regularly organises charity events to help underprivileged children, especially those in need of immediate surgery by raising the money needed to pay for their medical bills. She Thanks: Her supportive and generous friends, who are always there to support her fundraisers and lend a helping hand. Fun Fact: After receiving her award, her doting husband Wee Eng Lee surprised her onstage with a kiss on the cheek and…

Described by The New York Times as “eminently cultured,” Malaysian-born Tengku Irfan once enthralled the audience with his brilliant improvisation of cadenzas on Beethoven’s piano concerto when he was just 11 years old. He later went on to perform with the MPO between 2011 and 2017, before joining in tours to Sabah, Vietnam and Japan—making his mark globally. The international award-winner shares five on his passion for classical music. 1 REMEMBERING HIS DEBUT It would be impossible to express in words the extent of how the MPO has contributed to my musical growth. It’s pretty scary now, thinking back about my debut; the naivety of an 11-year-old protected me from the nervousness, I guess. That was also the first time I got the opportunity to closely observe how a conductor…

“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference.” So says United Nations president Kathy Calvin. There are so many great causes out there that are in need of aid; likewise there are many different ways in which to serve, but the most important thing is to find a way to give back in whatever capacity we are able—whether it’s one’s time, money, talents or connections—and at the same time discover which gives us the most fulfilment. Our cover star Lee Jim Leng may be a high-flying and successful investment banker but she is also known for her benevolent nature and generous heart. Every year, Jim Leng sets aside a percentage of her salary for charity, and she has passed on this altruistic trait to…

1 FUGEELAH An accessory line founded by Deborah Henry for Fugee School—a nonprofit organisation that provides education to Somalian refugee children. Inspired by its students’ skills determination, proceeds from sales will be distributed to the school, children as well as the artisan. 2 CHOPARD Chopard has chosen to collaborate with supermodels Natalia Vodianova and Petra Nemcova in this special edition of the Happy Hearts collection. Driven by a profound desire to support great causes, profits from the sales will go to aid the Naked Heart Foundation and All Hands & Hearts Foundation—organisations that are led by women with great hearts. 3 PENAN WOMEN PROJECT PWP is a social enterprise led by Shida Mojet to help the Penan community preserve their heritage and improve their lives through traditional weaving. Colourful, washable…

Over the course of an hour of speaking to Adrian Zecha, the legendary hotelier had mentioned the word ‘luck’ about a dozen times. “It’s not because I’m clever, it’s because I’ve been very lucky. I’m dead serious,” he said firmly about the reason for his unprecedented success in the hospitality industry. “Of course, I work hard. You have to do that,” he added. Zecha and I met in his office in Singapore—a minimalist space swathed in white and dotted with wooden accents and books, a look similar to the streamlined ‘tropical luxe’ interiors his hotels have perpetuated in the last four decades. While most people associate his name solely with hotels, it was only after leaving a career in journalism at 40 years old—he worked for Time magazine and then…

During the Melium & Malaysia Tatler’s 30th Anniversary Charity Auction, RM4.5 million was raised thanks to generous donors. A total of 20 charitable institutions were selected to be the recipients of the funds; these included Persatuan DAYBREAK, Women’s Aid Organisation, Cancer Research Malaysia, Shelter Home for Children, Tasputra Perkim and Mercy Malaysia. Official cheques were formally handed out to the NGOs during a ceremony at St Regis Hotel Kuala Lumpur, witnessed by VIP guests, including royalty. The INSIDER In her speech, Dato’ Seri Farah Khan paid tribute to the dedication of the NGO leaders who were gathered in that room…

The Swiss family-owned furniture and design company has landed in Malaysia—welcoming their new retail store located in Jalan Maarof, Bangsar with a cocktail party thrown by local furniture dealer Haus Living Concepts. Its executive director Patricia Mok is excited about this partnership, saying, “Haus is excited to bring Vitra products into Malaysian homes and offices and cater to the increasing demand for beautifully executed and elegantly functional designs.” Vitra’s designs can be found in notable places like the Museum of Modern Art in New York, Fendi headquarters in Rome and Singapore’s Changi airport.…

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that one of Hollywood’s era-defining actresses, Catherine Zeta-Jones (of modern classics like The Mask of Zorro and America’s Sweethearts) is the face of Fendi’s Eternal Icons campaign—especially when she’s already regarded as a style icon thanks to her immaculate and timeless beauty. However, it was a pleasant revelation that Catherine shared the spotlight with her daughter, Carys Zeta Douglas to highlight one of Fendi’s gems, the Peekaboo bag. The Peekaboo bag appeals to women of all ages Shot in the streets of Rome, the mother-daughter duo are the perfect match in a two-piece ensemble with Catherine in prim formal wear, while Carys channelled an edgy and casual look with a tucked-in T-shirt. A bright orange XS version of the Peekaboo bag was slung over…

WHAT WAS IT LIKE GROWING UP WITH TALENTED PERFUMERS AS PARENTS? Both my parents shared the same passion for perfumery. They are a refined couple that believed perfume is the ultimate form of luxury. I grew up in an environment where family meals were always surrounded by beautiful perfumes and wonderful ingredients. They allowed me to see them work alongside each other to meticulously create each scent for their clients. So, growing up with parents who revolve every memory around amazing scents was the pinnacle of my childhood. TELL US MORE ABOUT THE STORY BEHIND HENRY JACQUES. The passion of my family has always been about encapsulating a memory to a scent, which has now become our philosophy at Henry Jacques. But the highlight was when my father encountered a…

JAEGERLECOULTRE This Rendez-Vous Celestial is a showcase of otherworldly jewellery, as the watch reflects the Northern Lights—where a mother-of-pearl dial is hand-painted with shifting colours as the bezel is set with a colour-graduated circle made up of 64 baguette-cut sapphires. The matching alligator strap comes in two shades: turquoise or purple. RICHARD MILLE Inspired by the needs of the travelling urbanite, the RM 62-01 Tourbillon Vibrating Alarm ACJ is the height of savoir-faire. It features a double bezel made of satin-finished titanium as well as Carbon TPT which echoes the veined woodwork of a luxurious cabin interior. Capable of withstanding the silent vibrations it sends to its wearer, this first-of-its-kind timepiece boasts five functions. VACHERON CONSTANTIN A paradox of vintage and modern, the Cornes de Vache model retains its distinctive…

2019 AWARD WINNERS COUPLE OF THE YEAR TUNKU MOHAMED ALAUDDIN & PUTERI BADRINISE ZAKUAN FORCE FOR GOOD DATO’ ROSEMARIE WEE MOST STYLISH WOMAN SCHA ALYAHYA ENTREPRENEUR PAR EXCELLENCE DATO’ FADZARUDIN ANUAR & DATIN VIVY YUSOF DIAMOND OF EXCELLENCE TAN SRI LEONG HOY KUM…

TAN SRI LEONG HOY KUM The main prize of the night is reserved for a rare diamond who worked through the ranks to achieve success on their own terms. This year’s honour goes to the group managing director of property development company, Mah Sing Group. Why He Won The Award: It was Tan Sri Leong Hoy Kum who transformed his father’s core business from plastics to property development, believing that more impact can be made in the latter industry. Today, Mah Sing Group is leading the charge in embracing a new future in property development, thanks to his openness and willingness to introduce new ways of doing business in this decades-old company. He Thanks: His entire team at Mah Sing, who followed him and his vision, and helped him build…

MOËT & CHANDON BRUT IMPERIAL 150TH ANNIVERSARY GOLDEN EDITION A drink to commemorate occasions, the exquisite design of this limited edition bottle is one that pays tribute to the illustrious 150-year history of this remarkable champagne. The signature brut is defined by its bright fruitiness and elegant maturity——characteristics of Moët & Chandon’s blends. x THE MACALLAN DOUBLE CASK 12 YEARS OLD Wonderfully merging the classic Macallan style with the unmistakable sweetness of American oak, the Double Cask is a perfectly balanced single malt with flavours of honey, citrus and ginger. Plus, for a limited time, you will be able to purchase it in the festive season pack pictured. BIN 28 KALIMNA SHIRAZ An Australian shiraz, the Bin 28 is named after the famous Barossa Valley Kalimna Vineyard owned by Penfolds.…

NAUGHTY As an aperitif: JJ Prüm Graacher Himmelsreich Riesling Spätlese 2008 Although they call riesling the perfect pairing wine, I’d argue its aromatic complexity, sugar-acid balance and sheer prettiness make it perfect on its own. This Mosel classic shows powdery white florals, piercing white nectarine and barley sugar sweetness with a clean, chalky finish. With hors d’oeuvres : Contrà Soarda Torcolato Riserva Sarson 2013 From the almost painfully obscure, esoteric grape vespaiola, grown only in this corner of the Veneto, this air-dried sweet wine brings a uniquely Italian vegetal savouriness and exquisite acid balance to 130g/l oaf sugar. Umami notes of olives and walnut oil make it a surprising hit with briny treats like sardines and oysters. With the roast: Grahams Vintage Port 2016 Drinking young vintage port, once only…

“Have coffee first!” texted Jim Leng in the group chat—adding an emoji with heart eyes to greet us on the morning of our shoot. A cup of foamy flat white kick-started her day on the set while Nicole sipped on black coffee during her make-up preparation. Reminiscing Jim Leng’s first cover photo shoot with Malaysia Tatler, back in August 2014, she fondly recalls how that shoot ended with Nicole serenading the crew with a display of her musical prowess on the grand piano. “Now we both share the limelight,” said Jim Leng cheerfully as she helped her daughter into a classy beige and black dress by Bottega Veneta which she termed as “very modern” for the cover shot. The ladies bonded with the stylist as they discussed the looks to…

THE DATING GAME While it’s true that the elite gather together for a grand time at the ball, there are those who are on the prowl for romance. A young man had requested that he be seated with a romantic interest of his, while a single young female, who was dressed to kill, questioned her seating arrangement when she noticed she was surrounded by couples instead of hot, single men. READY FOR MY CLOSEUP While our photographers are there to help capture that #MYTatlerBall2019 moment, one must remember that they’re not quite your personal cameraman. A number of female guests at the ball kept on asking our photographer to take and re-take their photos the entire night, reluctantly relinquishing him only after one of our editors had put a stop…

6 BIG BAD WOLF BOOK SALE The annual Big Bad Wolf sale is here! The 24-hour accessible book bazaar takes place at the Mines International Exhibition & Convention Centre. bookxcess.com 7 A LITTLE BIT OF WINTER A storytelling with arts and craft workshop will be conducted by child and family development specialist, Racheal Kwacz. The session, held at CzipLee Bangsar is specially curated for children between the ages of 4 and 8, but all are welcome. eventbrite.com 8 PUTRAJAYA ECO GREEN RUN Green is the theme for this run that promotes the protection of the environment. Join in the excitement and cheer the runners on while taking in the lovely views of Putrajaya. 19 THE RISE OF SKYWALKER Star Wars fans rejoice! The highly anticipated final instalment to the trilogy…

Despite running her own salon in Damansara Heights, Azmina Burhan has always felt that she could offer more to society. Her job, polishing the looks of others, led to the formation of her free-haircut team, better known as the Pop-Up Crew. With 14 years of experience in the industry, this humble hairstylist who regularly volunteers, found her calling to eliminate discrimination and to ease the burden of the less fortunate through her expertise. Here, Azmina describes the barriers she overcome in her own words. It was all one step at a time. When I volunteered at the Pertiwi Soup Kitchen—a project that supplies free meals to the less fortunate—the founder, Munirah Abdul Hamid approached me and proposed that since I am a hairstylist who does volunteer work, why not just…

“My father had taught me an invaluable lesson: if you follow your heart and do what’s right, things will work out” For Syahredzan Johan, neither courtroom or legislation was in his mind at first. While already possessing a keen interest in the various political and legal systems of Malaysia during his teenage years, the man before us now smiles amiably as he confesses that he initially had wanted to become a doctor in high school. “I never had any aspirations to become a lawyer,” Syahredzan says, laughing. “It wasn’t until I did my A-levels and took up the law subject that I got myself hooked.” After finishing his bachelor’s degree at Cardiff University and beginning his career with RamRais & Partners in the late 2000s, his experience as a practising…

Unleash your inner diva with this elegant LBD by Alexander McQueen, paired with Stephen Webster’s Magnipheasant bangle from Habib Jewels, an adorable Jimmy Choo purse plus a glamorous pair of heels from Salvatore Ferragamo…

A refined take on Parisian excellence, Dior’s new beauty boutique at Mid Valley Megamall combines its cosmetics line and classic blends of fragrances in one space—the first joint outlet within the region. Another unique facet here is the display of exclusive fashion jewellery and scarves, all of which that remains true to Dior’s renowned concept of art de vivre. The INSIDER The launch featured a virtual reality room where guests got to experience a unique presentation of Dior’s beauty line…

A Cut Above celebrated turning 40 with a Where Hair Meets Art gala night at The Majestic Hotel KL. Datin Winnie Loo, the co-founder of the group of salons and hairdressing academy was given a tribute with a musical performance that tells of her journey when she and husband, Dato’ Richard Teo started the company. Guests were in awe as the models strutted on stage with a variety of braids, highlights and dyes during the hair-art show envisioned by creative directors Faevien Yee and Joe T’ng. The INSIDER Models paraded with their hair styled by A Cut Above senior stylists Dicksum Low and James Wong…

The 16th annual Malaysian batik design competition was graced by the presence of HM Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah who came to show her support for our national heritage alongside Nori Abdullah, daughter of the late Tun Endon Mahmood. The Piala Seri Endon 2019 saw Mohamad Shukri Che Ya, J-Ring and Kher Joe Ying winning in their respective categories: fashion, soft furnishing and handicraft. The INSIDER Singer-songwriter Atilia Haron entertained the crowd with a lively performance of a song by Whitney Houston…

The TREND Brother Bloom The bold hues and florals of Shiatzy Chen’s menswear inspired our choices that celebrate the colours of nature. The Gucci Garden backpack combines profound floral prints and classic details, while neutral shades makes Clark’s Trace Sand sandals fit for the hippie at heart, and more. The LOOK Twist & Shout Actor and singer Timmy Xu has been announced as the spokesperson for Fendi’s Peekaboo bag in China; where he was styled with the classic bag with its iconic twist lock, in the latest campaign. The ACCESSORY High-Top Leave an imprint on those you meet with these macho laced boots from the sleek matte black Saint Laurent to Geox’s hip gold kickers that’ll amp up your whole look. The LABEL Saddle Up Dior’s Saddle bags are designed…

WING IT Drawing inspiration from the designs of Emporio Armani’s FW 2019 looks for adults, the latest kids’ collection too, features the brand’s iconic eagle logo that symbolises freedom. Decorated with elaborate details on sweatshirts and knitwear, the outfits lend an urban flair that appeals to all ages. Available at Club 21. Shine On Quirky and oh-so-shiny, you won’t be able to take your eyes off these fun and bright designs by Kenzo. The daring colours will keep the spotlight on the both of you whether it is night or day. Kenzo Kids available at Junior Lookbook. PRIDE WEAR The Givenchy Leo collection pays tribute to the King of the Jungle. With the use of fun and lively illustrations, the range is truly edgy athleisure that you and your cub…

A beauty born amid rocky cliffs, the Rose de Granville is wild and resilient, blossoming still despite the harsh environment. Delicate but not, this flower defies the norm and contains the very essence of resistance. And by infusing that very essence into Dior Prestige’s Le Micro-Fluide Teint de Rose, which contains 20 precious micro-nutrients, the concentrated power of 500 rose petals, potassium as well as omegas 3 and 6, even a dull, fatigued complexion will be instantly revitalised and hydrated, its pH balance restored. To further enhance the skin’s natural radiance, Dior Science drew inspiration from the pale pinks of the Rose de Granville’s petals, injecting Le Micro-Fluide Teint de Rose with gold-enriched rose micro-pearls, which in turn produces a golden glow that is au naturel. With a range specifically…

Gifts of… desire. Fragrances that evoke memories and a lust for living. Chiffon floral dress by Zimmermann at Club 21 Multilabel Boutique, Pavilion. All fragrances from Kens Apothecary. Porcelain trinket box and boxes by Tiffany & Co. La Mini D De Dior Mosaïque 19mm by Dior Gifts of… gastronomy. Exquisite tableware and equally tasteful desserts for those with the most refined tastes. Dress with patchwork and taffeta by RSVP. Bracelets and T-bangles by Tiffany & Co. Wine glasses, 2-tier tray by Artelia at Bangsar Shopping Centre. All confectionery and chocolate by Paul cafe and Godiva Gifts of… envy. If you think you want it too, then you ought to have it as well. Dress with brocade details and gold sequins by Dries Van Noten at Club 21 Multilabel Boutique, Pavilion.…

Kwita Izina, Rwanda’s annual naming ceremony for baby gorillas, is one of the most important events on the conservation calendar. It celebrates the commitment the Rwandan government has made to sustainable tourism and shines a spotlight on a country fast becoming one of the new must-visit luxury eco-travel destinations. Alongside such high-profile conservation supporters as supermodel Naomi Campbell and singer Ne-Yo, this year I was given the honour of naming the first baby gorilla. I called my little girl Ingando. She represents so much in the fight for conservation. The survival of her endangered species is being made possible by a conscious effort from Rwanda’s government, citizens and NGOs to respect the environment and protect natural resources. Rwanda banned plastic bags 15 years ago, will ban all single-use plastics next…