Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2023 i Tatler Singapore

TATLER HONG KONG Filmmaker Jazzie Silona is creating videos designed to remind Hongkongers of how incredible their hometown is. He spoke to Tatler about how growing up in the Middle East influenced him, his favourite movies, and why sharing his knowledge is so important. TATLER MALAYSIA Lim Yu Lin, an artisan and the owner of Ang Eng boutique, a kebaya store in Kuala Lumpur, gave Tatler the lowdown on the traditional blouse, and what it takes to make an authentic Nyonya kebaya. TATLER PHILIPPINES Composer Anya Lagman spoke about the hurdles she faces as a member of a minority while making a mark in the industry, and the empowerment she gains from using music to celebrate her community. SHANGLIU TATLER Novelist Jin Yucheng, known for the award-winning Blossoms, is also…

DARREN GABRIEL LEOW A fashion and commercial photographer based in Singapore, Darren Gabriel Leow frequently contributes to Tatler Singapore and other luxury lifestyle and fashion publications, as well as shoots campaigns for various local and international brands. He shot this issue’s cover personality Dipa Swaminathan of ItsRainingRaincoats as well as the fashion shoot on ball attire, among others. HASAN HEJAZI Since his graduation from the London College of Fashion nearly 15 years ago, Hasan Hejazi has worked as a stylist, designer and creative director. He is the founder of his eponymous luxury womenswear brand, which has been worn by the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Kylie Minogue, and has also directed high fashion editorial projects, which have been seen in Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire Arabia and The Document Journal. For…

PROGENIES We have seen our fair share of serene swans and scions here at Tatler. But rarely do we see one that exudes a grace so innate, it can only be inherited. At just 20 and on the cusp of womanhood, Hilton Rogers has a kind of maturity that extends far beyond her years. And paired with her searing wit, and humility, she quickly became the obvious choice when we were searching for a fashion and luxury correspondent based in the Big Apple. Born in Manhattan, Rogers is the eldest daughter of prominent Tatler power couple, American investor Jim Rogers and acclaimed changemaker, author and podcaster Paige Parker. The younger Rogers spent 16 years in Singapore before she returned to the place of her birth in 2021 to read Political…

PHILANTHROPY “Art, to me, is my life,” says Kim Camacho. She and her husband Lito, who divide their time between Singapore and Manila, have been collecting art since 1981. They own some of the most important works of Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama, who is widely considered as one of the world’s most popular contemporary artists. Aside from collecting, Camacho is steadfast in her support for the arts and the artistic community, even more so as co-chair of the National Gallery Singapore’s Gallery Benefit 2023, together with the museum’s CEO Chong Siak Ching. The biennial fundraiser, which will be held on November 17 at the gallery’s Supreme Court Terrace, connects philanthropists and art lovers based on their shared interest, “to foster new friendships, and support the National Gallery Singapore, which oversees…

SOMETHING BLUE Hot on the heels of its 125th anniversary celebration and exhibition in New York, German luggage brand Rimowa has dropped another star-studded campaign, Never Still 4, featuring Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton, football superstar Kylian Mbappé and K-pop idol Rosé. The Blackpink star says, “As travelling has become an essential part of my life, I’ve realised that home has become more of a state of mind than a specific place. It’s a collection of memories, experiences and people that provide a sense of belonging.” Her appearance also served as a teaser for a new collaboration between two LVMH-owned houses: Rimowa is bringing back vanity cases, produced in collaboration with Tiffany & Co, that are specially designed to safeguard jewellery. BRITISH ROYALTY A symbolic emblem of the house,…

In the still of the night, when the world surrenders to quietude, a transformative ritual takes place—a sacred interlude known as beauty sleep. It is during this time that we find respite from the unrelenting stresses of the day. From the darkest hours of the night to the first rays of dawn, Chanel’s Sublimage L’Extrait de Nuit works tirelessly to revitalise skin texture while we slumber. The new formulation of this ultra‑concentrated serum in the house’s luxurious Sublimage anti‑ageing range brings together a dreamlike treatment and a sensory experience to encapsulate the restorative power of eight hours of sleep in a bottle—so that when we awaken each morning, the skin is visibly rested, refreshed and radiant. As the hands of time tick by, everyday aggressors—both internal and external—start to wreak…

BUTTER ME UP Not only is this buttermilk yellow one of the most luxurious shades in the pastel family, it’s also almost guaranteed to instantly lift people’s moods with a single glance at it. It’s also becoming the new neutral: designers are ditching beige and opting instead for a heavy slathering of butter on everything from sheer dresses to puffer coats. Smooth. IN THE HOOD Wearability and practicality were among the key takeaways from the shows for this season, so don’t be surprised that the built-in hood is now a chic addition to many garments. The detail was seen across collections, ranging from Prada’s industrial parkas to Bally’s faux-fur outerwear. Styling can be versatile too: add a trench coat, pair with floor-length skirts, or embrace the (nearly) no-pants trend by…

How do you balance your creative vision with the house codes of Boucheron? I do not consider these notions as [being in opposition]. It’s always important for me to pay tribute to the maison’s history, and to stay true to Frédéric Boucheron’s vision. When I started working at Boucheron, I spent a lot of time going through the archives so I could thoroughly understand the philosophy of the maison. What fascinated me was the richness; there seemed to be no desire to synthesise the archives into various aesthetics; it was so varied. Frédéric Boucheron was the first to use rock crystal and mix it with diamonds, which was audacious at the time. Today, we perpetuate this tradition of innovation and daring by maintaining this freedom to create. Preciousness is generally…

KYLA ZHAO The young adult fiction genre continues to dominate book sales worldwide, and it has been the fastest growing category over the past five years. A stylistic feature of the genre is an open and approachable narrative, one that tends to follow a familiar structure—and this translates to instant escapist reading due to its digestibility. Cue the pandemic, and as borders began to close and people were forced into varying degrees of isolation and anxiety, an overwhelming sense of ennui slowly crept into the world. A plight shared by many, young author Kyla Zhao suddenly found herself isolated, away from family while at university in the US, with social media as her only form of connection with the rest of the world. Zhao sought solace in writing her first…

When I graduated from university, Robert Rubin, then the United States Treasury secretary, gave the keynote address at the commencement ceremony. Rubin had a celebrated career in finance; at that time, he had already spent more than two and a half decades at Goldman Sachs, eventually serving as a member of the board and the financial institution’s co‑chairman. In 1993, the Clinton administration asked him to serve in the White House as assistant to the president for economic policy and two years later appointed him as the country’s 70th secretary of the United States Treasury. While many of my friends were thrilled by this choice of speaker, I was rather nonchalant. Rubin was definitely not top of my list to headline my graduation ceremony. But instead of talking about finance,…

These minute repeaters are going to be music to your ears LIQUID COOL Marking its 10th anniversary, independent Swiss watchmaker HYT unveiled the Conical Tourbillon Titanium Blue, integrating an inclined tourbillon to enhance chronometric performance. Inspired by 1920s horologist Walter Prendel, master watchmaker Eric Coudray designed an oblique tourbillon angled at 30 degrees with the escape wheel at 15 degrees, achieving improved stability and rate regularity. At the heart of the 48mm case beats the hand-wound 701 TC calibre, indicating the hours via HYT’s fluidic system, a unique way of displaying the time using liquids inside capillary tubes. WORSHIP WORTHY Honouring the Minerva model’s 165 years in existence, Montblanc unveils an eight-piece limited-edition Star Legacy, featuring an engraved walnut wood dial depicting the manufacture’s Roman goddess muse. The patented suspended…

FEATURE Do you believe in luck? Gabrielle Chanel certainly did. A superstitious woman and an audacious romantic, mademoiselle Coco often drew on her life, loves and lucky charms—from numbers to her zodiac sign—to dream up the key codes of the eponymous house she founded in 1910. And so it was with tweed, one of the house’s most famous signature fabrics, birthed from a love affair with the Duke of Westminster in the 1920s that swept the designer away to the rolling hills of Scotland. The story goes that the Highlands presented a gusty, chilly climate that she had not properly packed for, but fortunately, just like how he opened up a life of English aristocracy to her, the duke opened up his closet, from which mademoiselle borrowed his tweed jackets…

It is a busy evening in Four Seasons Hotel Singapore when we meet Randall Park at the crowded One‑Ninety Bar for this interview and photo shoot. Dressed in a simple black sweatshirt paired with muted grey trousers and his signature thick silver chain, Park manages to look composed despite having got off a long‑haul flight just hours earlier. Yet, there is a hint of disorientation as his eyes dart discreetly across the room filled with participants of the Milken Institute Asia Summit 2023—held in the hotel and at which he was a speaker—post‑event networking session. Time is of the essence here: we only have one hour before Park has to get ready for the inaugural Gold Bridge dinner. The event, held in partnership with social impact collective Open Circles, celebrates…

When Jimmy Lim’s JL Studio was awarded three stars in the Michelin Guide for Taiwan in August, the Singaporean not only achieved a lifelong personal dream but also ignited the dreams of many others striving to find their way in the culinary world. The son of a zi char chef, food has always been a passion for Lim. As a student he chose to study home economics in school purely for the fact that he “loved the idea of cooking”. Little did he know that by the age of 41, he would reach a milestone beyond his wildest dreams, cementing his place among the world’s greatest culinary masters. The reveal in August not only marked the first time in history a Singaporean earned the guide’s top honour, it also propelled…

1 THE BAG The fifth chapter of the Louis Vuitton Artycapucines collection features the work of five new artists joining the roster of those who have transformed the classic Capucines bag into works of art since 2019. Each bag in the latest collection is limited to 200 per design. 2 THE BROOCH Tiffany & Co brings the whimsical creatures of the sea to life in its Blue Book 2023: Out of the Blue high jewellery collection. The Star Urchin brooch in platinum and yellow gold set with diamonds totalling 66 carats features hand‑carved carnelian spikes that tremble with the wearer’s movements, echoing the motion of a sea urchin under water. 3 THE SHOE Celine’s iconic Triomphe buckle is reimagined in an oversized design on the pointed front of the Alma…

Born out of the idea of creating spaces to foster and deepen relationships, Friendzone is the brainchild of Grace Ann Chua and two other co‑founders who found themselves reminiscing about the strong sense of community they experienced during their time living on campus as undergraduates. “I was living around people who were at a similar life stage, yet different at the same time,” recalls Chua. “There were lots of opportunities to meet and connect, and I gained much insight from my conversations with neighbours, who soon became my friends. Living among friends was fun. There was much laughter, but also people to turn to when I needed help, resources, advice or a listening ear.” The contrast was apparent when Chua moved home after graduation. She felt isolated from her neighbours…

In the stark, industrial vastness of Pasir Panjang Power Station, Dipa Swaminathan cuts an ethereal figure. Draped in a flowing black toga dress and sporting her signature pixie cut, the founder of non‑profit organisation ItsRainingRaincoats (IRR) exudes a calm yet potent energy during our cover shoot, bringing to mind Athena, the Greek goddess revered not just for her wisdom but also her boundless compassion. The atmosphere on set is a world apart from our first meeting in the cosy confines of her home where she speaks to Tatler for this story. We sit on her eclectically decorated porch, where she welcomes us with masala chai, setting the tone for a conversation as warm as her hospitality. It is this same warmth that propelled her to action on a fateful stormy…

What is the meaning behind Dual Nature, the theme of the novelties released at this year’s Geneva Watch Days? At Bulgari we have always taken a jewellery approach and today, thanks to creations like the Octo Finissimo [watch collection], we also have a very technical approach. This is a duality that is not so common in the Swiss watchmaking industry but very important to us, and we are working on both the jewellery and technical aspects every day; our soul is split in two. Bulgari’s Octo Finissimo collection once again pushes boundaries with the new Octo Finissimo CarbonGold models. What were the challenges involved in blending these materials? We made a CarbonGold watch before but the only thing it has in common with this new model is the name. Everything…

Talismans that help unlock your personal charm FIND YOUR WAY Inspired by a “compass rose”, Dior debuted the Rose des Vents fine jewellery collection in 2002, a line which introduced creative director Victoire de Castellane’s vision to the world. Renowned for geometric silhouettes and floral symbols, the collection continues to expand through De Castellane’s lens. New baubles in the line include the Tribales earrings, combining the signature disc with reversible stone or diamond motifs. Available in yellow or rose gold, the versatile duo or individual styles allow layering of several pieces from the collection to suit your personality. CHOKED UP In July this year, at a sold-out performance in Paris, French comedian Fary put himself in the spotlight wearing Messika’s So Move XL pavé necklace, an oversized 18-karat white-gold chain…

FEATURE There is no light without darkness. Like two sides of the same coin, one cannot exist without the other. This duality is crucial in the world of jewellery, where often, the focus tends to be on how light illuminates precious stones and materials. For its latest high jewellery collection, French luxury house Hermès has taken a bold and unexpected approach to light by delving into the shadows and celebrating the magic that can be found within. Les Jeux de l’Ombre (French for “games of shadows”), the new collection by Pierre Hardy, Hermès’s creative director for jewellery, explores the relationship between light and darkness through the movement and form of shadows. “We always talk about light and sparkle in jewellery, so I wanted to take the opposite approach,” Hardy says.…

PROFILE For years, Asians on screen were exoticised or reduced to clichés. With monumental achievements, including the seven‑Oscar sweep by the Michelle Yeoh vehicle Everything Everywhere All at Once, it is clear that the entertainment industry is at a turning point. The spotlight on Asian representation in Hollywood is brighter now than ever, yet these victories in visibility are undeniably hard‑won milestones in a long struggle for cultural recognition. They also come at a time of rising anti‑Asian sentiment during the Covid‑19 pandemic. But it is progress, much of which is being driven by changemakers such as Adele Lim. The Malaysian producer, director and screenwriter amplifies Asian soft power—a term used to describe influence through economic and cultural prowess rather than coercion or military might—through authentic storytelling. Lim was in…

As the proprietor of a champagne-focused bar, you can say that the bubbly is one of my greatest passions. And over the years, it has become my mission to help people explore and understand Champagne, the incredible wine region in northeastern France that makes the best sparkling wines in the world. The history of the wine we call champagne started about 500 years ago in the southern part of France, when the Benedictine monks of the abbey of Saint-Hilaire intentionally created a sparkling wine by inducing a second fermentation in each individual bottle. Once the first fermentation of a wine, historically taking place in oak barrels or clay vessels, is finished, it will not have any carbonation due to exposure to ambient air. The winemaking monks then took these wines,…

I moved to Bali because … of Covid‑19! As a photographer who earns his living shooting internationally, the pandemic really struck a blow to my mental health. My wife, daughter and I decided that Bali would be a great place to ride out the pandemic; we wanted nature and open spaces. After the pandemic … we decided to stay on and make Bali our home. I opened a studio here called Balism, through which I provide production support to local and foreign crews shooting in Bali as well as do lots of community and free events for the image‑making community. Oh, I also started Elders Elettrico, an electric motorbike conversion business. My favourite beach in Bali is … probably Nyanyi beach. Or maybe Pig Stone Beach, as it’s close to…