Innholdsfortegnelse for Jun-20 i Tatler Philippines

TATLER HONG KONG Josie Ho—the actress, singer and founder of music label Drill 162 and film company 852 Films—is a force to be reckoned with. In her latest indie film, Habit, which is due to be released later this year, Ho stars as a wild party girl who becomes involved in criminal activities. hk.asiatatler.com SHANGLIU TATLER Mixed martial artist Zhang Weili, who stars on Shangliu Tatler’s cover, has won a total of 21 fights, losing only one throughout her entire MMA career. She has since become the first Chinese UFC World Champion after defeating the former reigning champion, Brazilian fighter Jessica Andrade. shangliutatler.com TATLER INDONESIA Veronika Linardi, Veronica Colondam, Imelda Harsono and Wulan Tilaar star on the cover of Tatler Indonesia’s June issue. All four women have sprung into action…

An actress, television personality, Gen.T honouree, and a staunch body positivity and self-love advocate, Iza Calzado is a true example of an empowered woman. Through She Talks Asia, an organisation she co-founded, she has helped change the way Asian women perceive themselves, specifically in the self-esteem department. As she is a dynamic and spirited personality, one would be hard-pressed to picture Calzado—who is well-known for playing a queen with special powers in a popular fantasy series—as anything but full of life. But no one is exempt from a pandemic, not even the young and the healthy. On March 12, Calzado began to develop flu-like symptoms. What started as a general feeling of being unwell evolved into a dry throat and cough. Concerned, she set an appointment with her doctor, who…

THE CLASSICS TIM HO WAN Treat yourself to authentic Chinese dishes from Tim Ho Wan’s world-class menu. You can now order their Michelin starred pork buns, tofu with pork f loss, and dumplings. Available via direct order, for pick up, and delivery. For more details, contact +63917.849.2111 or visit @timhowanph DINING IN PEOPLE’S PALACE Get your Thai fix through the delivery service of People’s Palace and order some freshly made curries, pandan chicken, salads, and stir-fried dishes that use the best ingredients from their own organic farm. Available from 10 am to 5 pm for delivery and pick up. For more details, contact +632.8828.1937 or visit peoplespalacethai.com FLAVOURFUL SENSEI With Chef Bruce Ricketts at the helm, you’re sure to get a dose of great Japanese cuisine from Sensei’s wide-ranging menu.…

THROWING SHADE The fresh frames of summer take on a jelly-like transluence in juicy hues. SPLASH DOWN The coolest prints of summer are practically swimming in blue tie-dye. LONG LINKS Watch these everyday flap bags set off a chain reaction of jealous stares thanks to a bling update. CROWN JEWEL Couture is not a season, it’s an attitude. Take it from the most delicate, gilded bags on the rack. Chanel birdcage bag. OPTICAL ILLUSIONS What’s black and white with a touch of art deco? The most hypnotic prints of the season. WORLD TRAVELLER Take a sartorial trek around the globe, starting with an earthy palette of warm tan and khaki hues.…

Swooshing about in two hulking mounds of hot pink tulle trimmed with a bedazzled empire waistline at the 2015 Grammys, Rihanna and her couture gown by Giambattista Valli set the internet ablaze at a time when leggy, cutout numbers still reigned supreme on the red carpet (that very same event saw pop stars like Gwen Stefani and Ariana Grande in varied states of nakedness). It was, for a while, a running joke that one could spot Rihanna’s pouf from space. Since then however, we’ve been exposed to gowns of cosmic proportions that render RiRi’s a mere scrunchie. Think of Jennifer Lopez at her Second Act NYC premiere in 2018 in another sweeping Valli number, Lady Gaga in a fluorescent Brandon Maxwell dress at the 2019 Met Gala, and most recently…

GIRLHOOD Parmigiani Fleurier is predominantly known for its elegant dress watches that are, at the same time, both classic and complicated. The brand has now unveiled a range of women’s-only watches as part of its successful Tonda 1950 line, which is named for the birth year of the watchmaker’s founder Michel Parmigiani. These new models are set with diamonds, aventurine, lace and mother of pearl. Choose between 33mm and 36mm—both case sizes seamlessly hug women’s wrists. Tonda Sélène in rose gold set with white mother of pearl by Parmigiani Fleurier ORANGE APPEAL Water is a watch’s mortal enemy, but in 2012 HYT co-founder Patrick Berdoz decided that he was going to use liquid to indicate time. The concept itself wasn’t groundbreaking—the first water clocks were used thousands of years ago—but…

The Excalibur Twofold embodies Roger Dubuis’s technical prowess. Not only does the watch look like something from out of this world, but the Excalibur Twofold also features three world premieres: a bezel and case made from Mineral Composite Fibre, which is an ultra-white material that’s been developed by the brand; patented luminescent paint on the watch’s movement; and strips of LumiSuperBiwiNova (come again?) on its strap, which essentially make parts of the fabric glow in the dark. Bearing the Poinçon de Genève, a certificate awarded to timepieces with remarkable finishes and decorative details, the Excalibur Twofold is a limited edition of eight pieces. Excalibur Twofold by Roger Dubuis LOVE, UNSCRIPTED When it comes to watches, the stars of Crash Landing On You know how to make a statement. If you’ve…

Annie Darling Watches & Jewellery Director of Tatler Asia Panerai is marking the 70th anniversary of its glow-in-the-dark watches, which, back in the day, were painted with a radium paste called Radiomir. This practice was discontinued because of Radiomir’s, well … potentially lethal gamma rays. It’s since been replaced with a completely safe alternative, Super-Luminova X1, which has been applied to three super-cool 44mm versions of the new Luminor Marina. The DMLS model comes with a titanium case that’s made using 3D printing with a high-power laser. Luminor Marina DMLS 44mm PAM01662 by Panerai…

Judith Neilson was just a child when she caught the collecting bug. She was eight or nine years old and living in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, when on a day out with her family she bought a tiny bottle of Coca-Cola for a single penny. Neilson was hooked. She loved the drink’s looping logo—and of course its taste. Now, the 72-year-old Sydney-based philanthropist owns more than 1,500 items of Coke paraphernalia, from run-of-the-mill red cans to a rare bottle covered in gold crystals that was released to celebrate the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. Her sister has said Neilson has the largest Coke bottle collection in the world, something Neilson claims is not true. But Neilson’s early experiences hunting for Coke have inspired her subsequent collecting, which has been record breaking—over the past 20…

It’s February 2001 and I’m a 22-year-old backpacker. Staring out at the Indian Ocean, I bury my toes into the burnt vanilla-coloured sand of Kuta Beach in Bali while watching the sky turn a pinkish orange. Suddenly, a woman approaches. “You want a massage? Only 70,000 rupiah,” she says. Ooh, that sounds lovely, I think to myself. And right here on the beach for what was about US$7 at the time? “Sure, yes,” I reply. “Manicure, too?” asks another woman, who seems to come out of nowhere with a basket filled with nail polish. Hmm, I think. It has been a while ... “Sure, why not,” I answer, nodding and smiling with approval. They lay out a sarong and dig a small hole in the sand under it for my…

1 FORM AND FUNCTION Geometrically slender, the “Light with a Table” by Keiji Takeuchi is multi-functional. Its skilful construction provides stability and function, and is visually and functionally perfect next to a bed or a sofa. Available at Kuysen. 2 INDUSTRIAL CHIC Traditional yet modern, the Scavolini Favilla Kitchen offers a stylish blend of elegance and functionality. Designed by Vuesse, its elemental appeal matches perfectly with its minimal style. Available at Scavolini Manila. 3 WOOLEN TOUCH Add a conversation piece in your home with this Botolo armchair. A multi-purpose chair, it can be flipped for the dining, lounge, and work areas, or simply used as a decorative accent. Available at Arflex. 4 HARD TOP Update your living room with the Caffè occasional low table by Benjamin Voisin. Its marble top…

AMAALA, SAUDI ARABIA This ultra-luxury destination on the northwest coast of Saudi Arabia aims to become the heart of the Red Sea Riviera. Envisioned as a place where art and wellness intersect, this development designed by Denniston International will feature a trio of communities—Triple Bay, The Coastal Development, and The Island—in the pristine, 3,800-square-kilometre Prince Mohammed bin Salman Nature Reserve. The former will be a holistic wellness retreat offering top-notch diagnostic medical facilities, while the latter two will be devoted to championing art and culture. When completed in 2030, Amaala will have 800 residential villas, apartments, and estate homes, as well as 2,500 hotel rooms and 200 high-end outlets spanning shopping, dining, and recreation. amaala.com TRI VANANDA, THAILAND Wellness serves as the compass of this new development in Phuket conceived…

To get a sense of how female perspectives are shaping the wine market around Asia, I gathered recommendations from a cross-section of the region’s most inf luential female industry members and collectors. I asked each to recommend a luxury or collectible wine, either something unique and unexpected or else an icon that’s truly worth the hype KARNTHIDA KHWANPHUK Managing director of Wine Dee Dee Thailand Wine Dee Dee Thailand is an importer and distributor known for its strength in boutique luxury wines, so perhaps it’s no surprise that its managing director picked eco-conscious Josetta Saffirio Barolo 2015 and its niche speciality Rossese Bianco, a citrussy white found principally in a vine-blanketed corner of Piemonte but originally from neighbouring Liguria. As a kicker, Safirio has been female-run since 1975. CAROL YAU…

NIGEL BARKER A world-renowned fashion photographer, filmmaker, author, TV show personality, spokesperson, and former model, he is best known as a judge and photographer on America’s Next Top Model. His presence in the fashion and entertainment industry has landed him an array of notable projects. See how the noted photographer captures Pia Wurtzbach and Jeremy Jauncey in The Perfect Pair (p.132) BAMBINA OLIVARES An author, journalist, and branding and media strategist, her byline has appeared in many publications around the world, including the New York-based fashion newspaper of record, Women’s Wear Daily. She has made Manila her base after three decades in eight cities in three continents. In this issue, see her converses with eight experts from different sectors in What’s on the Other Side? (p.154) TAK SUGITA As a…

Can you describe your organisation? The World Bank Group provides financial and technical assistance to developing countries, with the goal of ending extreme poverty and building shared prosperity. What motivates you? Realising th t m h m ld be d right to quality education—yet not all children have access to it—keeps me committed to the advocacy of education equity. What achievements are you most proud of ? Having been able to represent my country as a Fulbright t d h i g b i i t have continued to challenge myself and grow my skills through my work in the education sector. What is your ultimate professional ambition? It is twofold: to complete a doctoral programme focused on human development and education, and to be able to contribute…

WOMAN’S BEST FRIEND Named after Christian Dior’s beloved dog, Bobby—who has previously also inspired a Miss Dior perfume bottle—the new handbag silhouette created by Maria Grazia Chiuri for the French brand features a rounded hobo shape, available in three sizes, adorned with a delicate “CD” buckle and long leather or canvas strap. May it be your new favourite companion once it hits stores this month. BRING THE BLING Beloved by Jacqueline Kennedy, Marlene Dietrich, and Catherine Deneuve, Roger Vivier’s classic buckle shoe has become a recognisable symbol of the house since its inception in 1965, inspired by the shoes of marquises that had buckles as jewellery for the feet. In celebration of the shoe’s 55th anniversary this year, current creative director Gherardo Felloni reimagines the iconic style with new polished,…

ELIZABETH VON DER GOLTZ Global buying director for Net-a-Porter When Elizabeth von der Goltz began her career as an assistant buyer at the now-closed luxury department store Barneys New York, it was “the fashion industry as you’d imagine it in the nineties—egotistical and hostile”, she remembers. “Assistants were asked to do things people would never be asked to do today.” Specifically, one of her managers at the time, though talented at her job, was so disrespectful to those around her that Von der Goltz quit the business for two years. “I thought to myself, ‘If that’s the kind of person I’m meant to aspire to become, I don’t want to do this.’” The experience, however, was a turning point for Von der Goltz, who vowed to leave a different sort…

As the cultivation of a single pearl takes five years and 377 steps, plus the most optimal environmental conditions combined with the utmost human care, the golden South Sea Pearl’s mere essence is already a work of art in itself. Jewelmer translates this pearl from the pristine waters of Palawan, into artful creations inspired by the interplay between beauty and poetry. Imbued with lightness and joie de vivre, the Berlingot collection hearkens to the childhood sensation of holding sweets. Set in 18-carat gold, each piece is a culmination of love, art, and collaboration that glimmers with golden memories of summers spent in pure bliss. Through this, Jewelmer ushers us into a world where time stands still.…

200 metres is the minimum amount of water resistance required for a watch to be considered a scuba diving watch There are 57 complications in the world’s most complicated watch, the Vacheron Constantin Reference 57260, which also houses 2,800 components In the James Bond film Live and Let Die, 007’s Rolex acts as a high-powered magnet to deflect bullets (and unzip dresses) Apple sold more than 30 million smartwatches last year alone A one-of-a-kind Patek Philippe sold for US$31 million in Geneva last November, making it the most expensive wristwatch ever auctioned…

312 The self-winding movement that powers the Odysseus consists of 312 different components and it is assembled twice for added accuracy 100 When creating the Odysseus, watchmakers work to an accuracy of one hundredth of a millimetre 12 Odysseus is the first Lange watch with a water-resistant stainless-steel case and a screw-down crown tested to a pressure of 12 bar L155.1 The newly developed self-winding movement Calibre L155.1 Datomatic is finished by hand, ensuring that every model is unique…

Like countless large-scale events, this year’s Watches & Wonders fair fell prey to the novel coronavirus. Its cancellation necessitated the virtual unveiling of novelties that would’ve otherwise been revealed IRL in April at Geneva’s cavernous Palexpo centre. But the news this year is still a big deal, even when delivered online: horology historically has been viewed as quite a male-focused affair, but many of the most attractive new releases were in the realm of women’s watchmaking. The invitation-only Watches & Wonders, which was formerly called Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, or SIHH, showcases designs from a handful of leading independent brands in addition to the big watchmakers from the Richemont stable: A Lange & Söhne, Baume & Mercier, Cartier, IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Montblanc, Panerai, Piaget, Roger Dubuis, Vacheron Constantin and…

Throughout history, the ocean has been referred to as a feminine entity—the mother, where all life began. We, and all mammals, are more connected to the ocean than we realise—even before we’re born. The amniotic fluid in a woman’s womb is remarkably similar to seawater, containing the same salts in almost exactly the same proportions. When babies’ legs begin to form, they start off as one fin-like limb. Our first movements are similar to those of fish; swimming, living and growing in an ocean-like fluid. “A lot of people have said that free diving is like being reborn or being back in the womb,” says Chelsea Yamase, better known to her 928,000 Instagram followers as Chelsea Kauai. Chelsea is part of a growing community of female free divers plunging to…

Stylist and interior designer Laureen Rossouw first saw this property five years ago. She and her lawyer husband Koos were about to move out of their City Bowl apartment in Cape Town, South Africa, when she spotted a picture of “a dilapidated house with classic Bauhaus lines” in the papers. “I thought it might be a bad picture or wishful thinking,” she says, but she quickly made her way to the house, which was ideally located in the City Bowl suburb of Oranjezicht, on the edge of one of Cape Town’s most charming parks. As soon as she saw the characterful building, Laureen was smitten. “I immediately phoned Koos to tell him I had found my dream house. He loved it too, although when he saw how much work there…

Do you see a new trend in furniture post pandemic? Our homes have become both our haven and our workplace because of the pandemic. Now that we are confined only to one space, the key is making our home adaptable for both work and relaxation—to have a space that inspires and motivates us while providing space for rest and family time. More than being a trend, there is a strong need for multifunctional areas that can accommodate each family member’s unique needs, ranging from work and study to play. A comfortable and ergonomic sitting area for each family member is essential, whether it is a sofa, dining chair or even outdoor furniture.…

We are excited to unveil this month’s cover that features two individuals who are no strangers to the magazine. They have both been featured on our cover (April 2016 and August 2019); one of them even serves as our contributing travel editor. How did they end up together on one cover? Love? Destiny? Both? You tell us as Beautiful Destinations CEO Jeremy Jauncey and Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach reveal their relationship (and more) in this exclusive story, “The Perfect Pair.” The two first crossed paths in London, where Jauncey approached Wurtzbach (“She blew me away,” he admits) to introduce himself. “He came up to me and told me about how much he loves the Philippines, where he had been to a few times for work,” says Wurtzbach. “There was…

For some gentlemen, being a father is one of the best things in life. They feel responsible for and behave responsibly towards their children, and are positively and emotionally engaged in the young ones’ growth and development. These men are the kinds of dads who do their best to make it to every basketball game or dance recital, but also know when to act as a firm yet fair disciplinarian. And, over time, they become their children’s best friends. Such rings true for Michael Lhuillier, the CEO and president of M Lhuillier Financial Services Group of Companies, who has struck a balance between his role as a family man and that of a businessman. Together with his wife, Joanna, he is a doting parent to three sons: Michael James, 24;…

SOTHEBY’S Modern and Contemporary Southeast Asian Art, until June 10 Sotheby’s brings together a wide array of works—ranging from resin figurines by Singaporean artist collective phunk to an oil-on-canvas painting by Filipino artist Jigger Cruz—in this online sale. The auction house has also launched a series of themed online sales under the title Contemporary Showcase, each of which runs for roughly a week. sothebys.com BONHAMS Islamic and Indian Art, June 11; Asian Art Online Sale, June 22-July 1 Two of Bonhams’ most exciting sales this month are a presentation of Islamic and Indian art dating from the 7th to 19th centuries—including manuscripts, coins, jewellery, ceramics, photographs and a series of sought-after Company School paintings, which were commissioned from Indian artists by patrons in the East India Company or other foreign…

Gearing up for summertime means layering on UV protection—and if you live in Asia, you know we're talking about way more than just a light slathering of sunscreen. From everyday umbrellas and giant face visors to high-tech beauty products and kinda weird outliers like facekinis—those beach balaclavas that have become popular over the past few years at some seaside resorts—it seems like we’ve pretty much got sun protection down pat. Or do we? As our climate and environment continue to change and new innovations hit the market, Tatler speaks with skincare experts on what everyone should know about protecting the skin they’re in. Different skin types can react differently to sun exposure, and doctors and scientists have found that Asians tend to have a thinner stratum corneum, which acts as…

How do you recommend we clean our jewellery at home? You can clean your jewellery using common household items, but the best is a mixture of liquid dish soap and water. Let your jewellery soak and then scrub it using a clean toothbrush with a soft head. Rinse with lukewarm water. Why is it important? Dead skin and bacteria will build up, especially behind the stones, which results in pieces looking dull. Scrubbing your jewellery regularly ensures your pieces will stay nicer for longer. How often should we clean our jewellery? Cleaning intervals depend on how often you wear your jewellery. A quick clean once a week and a deeper clean once a month is advisable. What don’t we know? It’s common for people to mix up cleaning with polishing.…

Repurposing old jewellery has been the bread-and-butter of goldsmiths and gem dealers for centuries, but it’s fast becoming a growing trend with a new spin. As consumers grow more conscious about the environmental and ethical impact of their purchases, a practice that may have existed for centuries is now more sought-after than ever. From the simple resizing of an engagement ring to the resetting of gems from a Georgian hairpin, the range of possibilities is endless. And as sustainability becomes a way of life, we’re seeing designers rescue unloved sparklers from dusty draws and seldom-visited vaults. It’s possible to breathe new life into old pieces by recasting gems into new settings, says Hong Kong-based jewellery designer Sarah Zhuang. This involves melting down and reshaping precious metals into stylish silhouettes that…

Annie Darling Watches & Jewellery Director of Tatler Asia It was before my time, but the 1960s sound like a jolly good decade. Bursting with colour, drama and international collaboration, it was also a superb time for watchmaking. A soaring demand for casual timepieces ensured steady growth and constant innovation, and we were all blissfully unaware of the looming disaster that was the quartz crisis (thanks for nothing, Generation Me!). This probably explains why Glashütte Original’s 2020 Sixties Edition, complete with a “glacier blue” dial, hits all my sweet spots. Glashütte has released colourful additions to its Sixties collection since 2018, and this wrist-friendly 39mm version is another worth coveting. Sixties 2020 Annual Edition by Glashütte Original…

What do you love about watchmaking? There is so much detail and craftsmanship that goes into designing watches. There are so many different inspirations and you have to master so many techniques, once you’ve created a timepiece it really does feel as though you’ve made a small piece of art. That’s especially the case if you’ve made something very small or something that’s a world-first. Which Bulgari watch was the most difficult to create? It’s hard to say. Each one is difficult. When we designed the ultra-slim Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Automatic, we had to create the world’s thinnest tourbillon. Designing the Serpenti’s bracelet so that it comfortably coils around the wrist was also challenging. How about for 2020? This year, I suppose the Serpenti Seduttori Tourbillon was the most difficult.…

Uniquely-shaped timepieces have long been a hallmark of Cartier, whose founder, a jeweller, believed in design as much as he did in functionality. Breaking away from the traditional circular form, Louis Cartier redefined what was considered ideal and appropriate in horlogerie, creating the iconic square-faced Cartier Santos in 1904. This was followed by the Tonneau (barrel) in 1906 and the Tortue (turtle) in 1912. The Cartier Privé—regarded as a connoisseurs’ club of sorts—which originally ran from 1998 to 2008, served as a showcase for the manufacturer’s classic historical designs. Since its relaunch in 2015, it has presented new iterations (standard and openworked) of the Crash, Tonneau, and Tank Cintrée watches, which were released in limited numbered series. Joining this exclusive circle is the Tank Asymétrique, marking the return of a…

Frances Cha grew up in the US, Hong Kong and South Korea, working for several years as a travel and culture editor for CNN International in Seoul and Hong Kong, where she covered many of the more extreme trends in pop culture and beauty for a global audience. The world’s ravenous interest in stories about the prevalence of plastic surgery, the obsession with K-pop stars and the competitiveness for a top-flight education went a long way towards informing her first novel, If I Had Your Face, which tells the stories of four young women in a fast-paced, ever-intense environment where appearances are literally everything. Cha puts the societal pressures and hierarchies of Seoul in a context that defies the reader to cast judgment on her characters. Kyuri, whose face has…

Almost 10 years ago, when I was a fresh-faced college graduate considering my career options, never did I imagine I would spend so much time talking about my gender. As has happened in so many spheres, the wine world has grappled in recent years with the question of women’s roles, both within the industry and in the broader universe of journalism, education and collecting. As a female participant in many of these ecosystems, with strong connections to other female industry members and leaders, I’ve had both first- and second-hand views. For my own part, I’ve had the somewhat disorienting experience of living through a time when who I am (young, Asian, female) has gone from being a hindrance to an advantage. When I was starting out, I was frequently dismissed…