Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2016 i Singapore Women's Weekly

Neck Envy Forget long necklaces, the hottest accessory is back from the ’90s – read stylish chokers that will amp up the cool factor in any outfit. Contrary to any punk rock association, this season’s rendition of the choker is classy and delicate in every way. Kate shows off sexy in a matching glittering neckpiece while Vanessa channels futuristic bombshell in her ensemble. Stitch It Up What’s better than a plunging neckline? One that snakes up your chest with delicate laces. According to these celebrities, these threads will definitely draw undivided attention! Even in casual wear, Emily scores with her double denim take on the sexy neckline. But for the ultimate sizzling entrance, go all out in lace-ups like Kendall who matches her neckline to her bold choice of footwear.…

Perfect your look like Sheila Sim with makeup from Bobbi Brown. We are giving away five makeup hampers, worth $185 each, consisting of Retouching Pencil in Illuminate, Luxe Lip Colour in Neutral Rose, Long Wear Gel Eyeliner in Black Ink and Mini Dual-Ended Ultra-Fine Eyeliner and Cream Shadow Brush. SCAN THIS QR CODE TO ENTER. Promotion valid from July 16 to August 15, 2016. Visit www.womensweekly.com.sg to participate in this promotion. Enter the code: BB#818 to increase your chances to win. Winners notified via email by end of September 2016. Promotion is open to all residents of Singapore, other than employees and their families of SPHM Pte Ltd and its associated agencies.…

RYAN LOCHTE, 31 Ryan has 11 Olympic medals (five gold, three silver and three bronze) in swimming, and is believed to earn over $3 million in endorsement deals. ALEX MORGAN, 27 This American soccer player is an Olympic gold medallist and a published author of a youth book series, titled The Kicks, that’s about four soccer players. CHAD LE CLOS, 24 This South African won gold in the 200 m butterfly and silver in the 100 m butterfly at the 2012 London Olympics. He also bagged five medals at the 2010 Summer Youth Olympics in Singapore. HOPE SOLO, 35 Two-time Olympic gold medallist, Hope joined Dancing with the Stars in 2011 and was eliminated in the semi-finals. She’s appeared in sports magazines. JAKE DALTON, 24 The US gymnast who was…

Perfect Pucker One can never have too many lipsticks Capturing the rebellion and glamour of Tamara de Lempicka, an Art Deco artist and socialite of the 1920s, the Cle de Peau Radiant Liquid Rouge, $80, is the embodiment of her sophistication. Worthy of the Roaring Twenties, it glides on smoothly with a glossy, lacquer finish. The Etude House Dear My Blooming Lips Talk range gets an update with the new Chiffon series, $17.90, which has 12 stunning shades. Its cream texture boasts of a strong colour payoff that settles into a dreamy matte finish for all-day comfort. On the hunt for the perfect red? Look to the new Shiseido Rouge Rouge collection, $46, with 16 different reds that’ll suit every skin tone. Its moisturising, long-lasting formula means your sport the…

Hair dryers have been largely similar since its invention in the 19th century; that is until the Dyson Supersonic hairdryer came along. Four years in the making, with over £50 million spent on development, the Dyson Supersonic hair dryer was born. Unlike conventional and cumbersome hair dryers, the Dyson Supersonic features the Dyson Digital Motor V9, the smallest, lightest and most advanced motor, which spins up to eight times faster than the motors in conventional machines. A smaller motor also means that it can be placed into the handle, making it lighter and easier to use. Intelligent heat control An intelligent heat control system ensures that your hair does not suffer extreme heat damage. A glass bead thermistor measures the temperature output 20 times a second, and the microprocessor uses…

For Dry Hair SHAMPOO: ErucA Moist and Repair Shampoo, $18.90 (500 ml), fine lather cleanses gently without drying hair out. CONDITIONER: Mt. Sapola Lemongrass Conditioner, $25.90 (220 ml), deeply moisturises without weighing hair down. MASK: SAVE: Bottega Verde Argan Hair Mask, $23.90 (200 ml), nourishes unruly hair for smooth, shiny locks. SPLURGE: Aveda Dry Remedy Moisturizing Masque, $63 (150 ml), contains buriti oil to hydrate dry and damaged hair. LEAVE-IN TREATMENT: INTERCOSMO Hydro-Nutritive Two-Phase Leave-In Conditioner, $36 (190 ml), has a unique bi-phase formula that repairs hair cuticles to restore shine. SERUM: The Hair Mother Cellar Silky Hair Argan Ampoule, $59.90 (200 ml), has natural oils that give hair shine and absorbs quickly. HAIR OIL: SAVE: Evo Love Touch Shine Spray, price unavailable (100 ml), fights humidity and frizz without…

For Oily Scalp SHAMPOO: SAVE: Asience Nature Smooth Shampoo, $14.90 (400 ml), infuses hair with a blend of fruity and floral oils while cleansing. SPLURGE: Follizin Balancing Cleanser, $42 (300 ml), balances sebum levels in the scalp without stripping hair of its essential moisture. CONDITIONER: Botanix Lavender Oil Control Conditioner, $19.90 (800 ml), hydrates hair without weighing it down. MASK: SAVE: Safe for use on the scalp, the L’Oreal Paris Hyaluron Moisture Mask, $15.90 (250 ml), removes excess sebum to refresh scalp while deeply hydrating hair. SPLURGE: PHS Hairscience ADV Purifying Tonic, $89 (100 ml), regulates sebum production for a cleaner, fresher scalp. Styling Products HAIR SPRAY: Schwarzkopf OSIS+ Session hair spray, $22 (300 ml), stands up against our humid weather really well. MOUSSE: John Frieda Luxurious Volume Volume Building…

The key to luscious, silky smooth tresses can be as simple as picking the right conditioner for your hair. Daeng Gi Meo Ri’s Advanced Anti Hair Loss Treatment encourages hair growth and softens each strand from the inside out with a cocktail of oriental herbal extracts. Certified by the Korea Food and Drug Administration (KFDA) to prevent hair loss, this luxurious conditioner is formulated with its key ingredient, red ginseng, as well as ginger, peony root, pomegranate and matrimony vine, to blast nutrients into your hair for a thicker, shinier mane. A blend of chamomile and coix controls sebum and relieves sensitive scalp whilst avocado oil and aloe forms a strong moisture barrier for intense hydration. Regular usage also ensures your hair’s pH balance is adjusted to improve any prior…

Tired of struggling to tame dry, lacklustre and unmanageable tresses every morning? Upgrading the first step of your hair care regime can dramatically turn your hair around. Invest in ErucA Moist & Repair Shampoo, an ultra-gentle and super nourishing formula from Japan. This shampoo harnesses the power of botanical seed oils to cleanse and purify tresses without stripping them of moisture. An advanced technology moisturises each hair follicle to repair and reverse damage from chemical treatments, sun damage and heat styling, while a powerful cocktail of rapeseed, sunflower, pine nut, coconut and palm oils deeply hydrates, smoothens and rejuvenates each hair strand for a soft silky lustre as well. This high-performance shampoo even protects and rejuvenates your scalp with pro-vitamin B5 and shea butter for healthy tresses from root to…

Turn your great hair day into a never-ending great hair week with this revolutionary pre-wash hair treatment. Whatever your hair type – straight, curly, wavy, coloured or chemically treated – the John Frieda Frizz Ease 10 Day Tamer keeps your locks looking and feeling silky soft for up to 10 days or five washes. The genius formula fights frizz at the source by coating each strand to act as a barrier against humidity. It also penetrates beneath the cuticle to soften the hair fibre which prevents water molecules in the air from disrupting the hair’s protein bonds and altering the shape. So you get to enjoy a frizz-free mane without compromising your style. Apply it to dry hair from root to tip and leave on for 10 minutes before washing…

A healthy scalp lays a strong foundation for healthy hair. PHS Hairscience’s ADV Pre-Treatment Scalp Elixir works to cleanse and exfoliate the scalp from oil, toxins and dirt build up caused by the environment – paving the way for easier absorption of nutrients and minerals. The key is in applying it onto dry scalp and working your fingers through your hair for a good 10-minutes to loosen accumulated dirt and grime. Lotus stem cells additionally removes toxins, even as japonica fruit purifies and stimulates hair growth, and the olive fruit oil delivers moisture straight into your scalp. Opt for once weekly washes for normal/oily scalp, or twice monthly for dry/sensitive scalp. At $99 (100 ml). TRESS THERAPY Like a good detox session for the hair, the Customised DSR Hair &…

Luscious, voluminous and healthy tresses can make you look years or even decades younger. So maximise your mane effortlessly with this cutting-edge and soporific treatment. A FDA-approved Revage 670 laser is designed to rejuvenate thinning scalp, strengthen weakened hair roots and stimulate the growth of hair follicles. This is followed by Revitaswcalp, a 40-minute holistic hair-cial that blasts tresses and scalp with vitamins B3, B12 and E, as well as folic acid, amino acid and minoxidil to support hair growth and inhibit hair loss. Walk away with lush locks, and continue enjoying volumising benefits even after your treatment. At $3,478 for 12 sessions of Revage 670 Laser with 12 sessions of Revitascalp (60 mins each). MANE MAINTENANCE Purify your hair and scalp – Sloane Inc Hair Recovery Shampoo wicks off…

MONDAY The Gold Necklace Chase away the Monday blues with a classy minimalist necklace. TUESDAY The Double Twine Ring For extra style points, complement this gold beaut with a manicure, preferably in a red hot hue. WEDNESDAY The Hinge Bangle Complement this arm candy with a mannish leather strap watch for extra boss lady points. THURSDAY The Architecture Ring Perfect your strong suiting game with this edgy stunner. FRIDAY The Drop Earrings No better way to celebrate a Friday night out than with this gleaming pair! All prices upon request. BROUGHT TO YOU BY POH HENG…

Looking for a trusted name to rectify the root of your hair issues? A quick search online will lead you to The DRx Trichology Centre, led by a principal trichologist who combines the best of traditional medicine and modern science to better treat your hair concerns. Reaching To The Roots After 17 years of being the choice name for skincare specialists and trained physicians, DRx naturally understands how prevention should start early, including hair care. The first step to restoring healthy hair is the Purifying Scalp Treatment. With the amount of daily stresses and chemical treatments your hair goes through daily, there is good reason to begin caring for your tresses today. In a nutshell, the 60-minute deep cleanse routine will remove toxins and metabolic wastes from deep within your…

Damai spa has always sought to add indigenous flair to its treatments. Creating a modern spa experience inspired by the Singaporean lifestyle, Damai brings together the cultural healing philosophies, techniques and traditions of Chinese, Malay, Indian and European cultures. Exclusively available at Grand Hyatt Singapore, Damai offers 15 new ESPA treatments – a premium UK brand famed for its freshly-produced small-batch skincare products made with distilled natural ingredients. Among the new offerings are dreamy two- to three-hour spa journeys, personalised massages and rehydrating facials. The personalised massage begins with a detailed therapist consultation to determine the most suitable massage therapy (aromatherapy, hot stone, deep muscle or Swedish), followed by a customised massage to suit individual needs. Enjoy your session in the comfort of one of the 11 treatment rooms, each…

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1. What’s your relationship with coffee like? A. I function pretty well on coffee. B. I can take it or leave it. C. I don’t enjoy it – makes me feel speedy or a bit nauseous. 2. When you wake up in the morning, are you: A. Not hungry. I don’t usually feel like eating breakfast in the morning. B. Hungry, but not ravenous. C. Starving! I love breakfast. 3. How do you feel about eating just before bedtime? A. It leads to a bad night’s sleep. B. Makes no difference to me. C. I think it helps me sleep better. 4. What’s your general attitude towards food? A. I eat to live, and sometimes forget to eat. B. I enjoy food, and usually don’t skip meals. C. I live…

You may think you’ve tried everything – from lubricants to hormonal replacement therapy (HRT) – to remedy the condition. But these options provide only temporary relief and may not work if you’re dealing with more severe cases of vaginal dryness, or known medically as vaginal atrophy. And now you’re self-conscious and frustrated. You might even panic after hearing that HRT poses heightened risk of breast cancer. Get into the root of the problem MonaLisa Touch® is the first and only clinically proven laser treatment to rebuild vaginal tissues in the long term. For just five minutes, MonaLisa Touch® is a no-fuss, no-pain procedure that couldn’t be easier to fit into your busy schedule to make you feel 10 years younger almost immediately. It’s also minimally invasive and has no side…

Curried Beef Noodles Prep 10 mins / Cook 15 mins / Serves 4 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, sliced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 750 g beef mince 1 tbsp curry powder 2 tsps garam masala 440 g packet wok-ready thin egg noodles 2 cups beef stock 150 g snow peas, trimmed 1 carrot, thinly sliced 1 red capsicum, seeded, thinly sliced 1 bunch choy sum, roughly chopped Coriander leaves, kecap manis, lemon wedges, to serve 1. In a wok or large, deep frying pan, heat oil on medium. Saute onion and garlic 3 to 4 mins until onion is tender. 2. Increase heat to high. Brown mince 4 to 5 mins, breaking up lumps. Add curry powder and garam masala, and cook 1 min until fragrant.. 3. Prepare noodles…

Steaming is a cooking technique our granny and mum love to use for flavourful home-cooked food. Not only does steaming lock in the flavour of foods, but it’s also a healthier choice and is super-quick and less messy than baking or pan-frying. Learn these basic steps to whip up wholesome steamed foods for your family. • Pick Your Meal Amp up your food vocab by knowing which types of ingredients are best cooked with steaming. It’s great for delicate foods like tofu, seafood, leafy vegetables or pudding, but works just as well with tough stuff like broccoli and kumara. • Get Cooking Compartment steaming is the most popular method. Just bring a pot of water to the boil on the stove and place a bamboo or metal basket on top…

Royal Umbrella Thai Fragrant Rice selects only the highest quality of Thai Hom Mali rice. Every grain of Royal Umbrella rice is of premium grade from the Northeast region in Thailand. The natural environment with a perfect mix of fertile soil, climate and rice growing technology produces consistent high quality rice. What makes Royal Umbrella special is that it requires only one rinse – the strict production processes ensure that it is kept white and clean, and need only to be washed once before cooking. Today, Royal Umbrella Thai Hom Mali rice is still the number 1 rice brand in Singapore with multiple accolades like the Best Rice Award at World Rice Conference in 2009 and Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand from 2004 to 2014. BROUGHT TO YOU BY…

If you have invested in a wardrobe of clothes with pretty fabrics, there is bound to be a couple of delicate pieces that require special care. Protect and care for these special pieces with a trusty garment steamer – the Philips ClearTouch Air Garment Steamer GC568/60 has three steam levels for effective removal of crease on different fabrics, so your clothes look spiffy on you on any day. Powerful AirStretch technology gives you better and faster ironing results thanks to the innovative air suction which uses adjustable suction force to gently pull and stretch the garment while keeping it close for deeper steam penetration. Effective SmartFlow Gold steam plate combines the SmartFlow technology with a premium gold ceramic coating. This ensures that the steam plate gets an optimised steam flow…

MONKEY YEAR OF BIRTH: 2004•1992 •1980•1968•1956•1944 Prepare yourself for a hard time, as work will be trying. Ask for help whenever you need it. When driving, take extra precautions not to fall asleep at the wheel. This month, it is best to stay away from any monetary investments. In your love life, try to give your significant other some space. ROOSTER YEAR OF BIRTH: 2005•1993 •1981•1969•1957•1945 Work will not be a walk in the park, you have to be meticulous in your planning and execution. Control yourself from overspending as your wealth luck is low. Refrain from borrowing money and over committing yourself financially. It is better to stay on land as water activities may pose a danger. DOG YEAR OF BIRTH: 2006•1994 •1982•1970•1958•1946 Spend a little time to psych…

Prep 15 mins • Cook 20 mins • Serves 4 to 6 400mlcancoconutmilk ½ cup Thai yellow curry paste 270 ml can coconut cream 4 kaffir lime leaves, torn 1 Chinese barbeque duck, chopped ¼ pineapple, peeled, chopped 200 g punnet grape tomatoes 1 bunch broccolini trimmed, 4 cm lengths 1 bunch Thai basil, leaves picked 2 tbsps fish sauce 2 tbsps palm sugar Jasmine rice, lime wedges, to serve 1 In a large wok, heat ¼ cup coconut milk on medium. Add curry paste. Stir-fry 3-4 mins, until fragrant. 2 Add remaining coconut milk, cream and lime leaves. Bring to simmer on low and cook 8-10 mins, until reduced by one-third. 3 Add duck, pineapple, tomatoes and broccolini. Return to simmer and cook 4-5 mins, stirring gently to…

Prep 45 mins • Cook 14 mins • Serves 4 400mlcancoconutmilk 2cm ginger, peeled, finely sliced 1 cinnamon quill 4 whole cloves 3 cardomom pods, bruised (see tip) 1 tbsp peanut oil 8 eschalots, peeled, thinly sliced 250 ml can Malaysian curry sauce 750 g green prawns, peeled, de-veined, tails on 1 bunch snake beans, trimmed, 5cm lengths 1 cup bean sprouts ½ cup coriander leaves ¼ cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped. Fresh rice noodles, sliced Red chilli, to serve 1 In a small saucepan, combine coconut milk with ginger, cinnamon, cloves and cardamom. Bring to simmer on low. Remove from heat. Set aside 15 mins to infuse. Strain, discarding solids. 2 In a large heavy-based saucepan, heat oil on high. Saute eschalots, 2-3 mins, until tender. 3 Add…

Prep 25 mins • Cook 20 mins (plus soaking) • Serves 4 to 6 400mlcancoconutmilk 1/3 cup shredded coconut 2 tbsps vegetable oil 1 carrot, peeled, halved lengthways, thinly sliced 2 potatoes, peeled, 1cm cubes 1 tsp mustard seeds ½ tsp fennel seeds 1 tsp ground cumin ½ green cabbage, shredded 425 g can tuna, drained, flaked (see tip) 1 long green chilli, seeded, finely sliced Coriander leaves, brown rice, to serve 1 Combine coconut milk and coconut and soak 10 mins. 2 In a large heavy-based saucepan, heat oil on high. Saute carrot and potatoes 4-5 mins, until lightly browned. Add seeds and cumin and cook, stirring 1 min. 3 Mix in coconut mixture and cabbage. Cook on low heat, covered, 6-8 mins, until potato is tender and…

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My heart swells with pride as I see the work that’s gone into this special August issue. It’s the month we celebrate National Day, and as I get older, this day gets even more special. The team set out to make this issue a celebration of Singapore, and right from the get go, we knew we had to have a gorgeous homegirl on cover. Sheila Sim was my first choice, and somehow our stars all lined up, and we managed to nail down the busy model-actress for the cover shoot. Sheila deserves the supermodel title she carries – the moment she stepped in front of Joel Low’s camera, she just turned it on, and made our job a pleasure. And when I met her for breakfast for our interview, I…

It’s ironic. Women know they look their most beautiful when they smile, but it's this very action that causes expression lines and wrinkles to form over time. This, in turn, affects her confidence, and she ends up holding back what makes her so vibrant looking to begin with as she’s concerned with what smiling does to her skin. PURE RETINOL POWER Shiseido’s new Vital-Perfection Wrinklelift Cream and Wrinklelift Mask have been specially formulated to bring back that confident smile. Both harness the powers of Pure Retinol, the highly-effective constituent of vitamin A, known to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and expression lines. However, Pure Retinol is notoriously unstable, making it difficult to incorporate into a product. But Shiseido scientists have solved this by encapsulating the Pure Retinol in miniscule…

After a long day in your makeup, you’d want everything to come off fast, and most makeup removers do a pretty decent job. But no matter how gentle the formula is, your face sometimes feels tight and a little sensitive. According to ORBIS, this could be because some makeup removers have a hard time distinguishing cosmetics, grime and suncare from skin’s natural lipids, taking off the whole lot as it goes about its job. By removing the lipids that hold cells together and prevent moisture from escaping, you’re left with a dehydrated mien that’s susceptible to fine lines, wrinkling and sagging. Sensor Catch Technology in The Cleansing One claims to be selective in what it removes, finding its way into makeup clusters to break up the party without drying our…

For Curly Hair SHAMPOO: Davines Essential Haircare Love Curl Enhancing Shampoo, $29.50 (250 ml), cleanses curly hair effectively. CONDITIONER: L’Oreal Curl Contour Cleansing Conditioner, $36, (400 ml), cleanses and conditions in just one step. LEAVE-IN TREATMENT: Paul Mitchell Full Circle Leave In Treatment, $34.99 (200 ml), detangles and hydrates while maintaining curls. HAIR OIL: Phil Smith Be Gorgeous OH So Straight Frizz Smoothing Serum, $26 (50 ml), lets you bid adieu to wiry, frizzy hair. For Chemically Treated Hair SHAMPOO: L’Oreal Pro Fiber Reconstruct Shampoo, $26 (250 ml), leaves hair feeling supple. CONDITIONER: Percy & Reed Hair’s Best Friend Super Soft Conditioner, $44 (200 ml), transforms dull hair into lustrous locks. MASK: Mt. Sapola Coconut-Tangerine Smooth & Shine Hair Mask, $35.90 (230 ml), deeply hydrates damaged hair to give it…

Best Hydrating Treatment for Dry Hair (DRAW) The Parlour A Hair Salon Kevin.Murphy Treat.Me Moisture Treatment, $120 for 60 mins. Website: www.theparloursg.com Nourish your scalp and add shine to dry, damaged locks with this soothing treatment that incorporates a blissful massage in between. Botanics Creation Hair Studio | Hair Spa Hydra Intensive Treatment, $238 for 120 mins. Website: www.botanicscreation.com This hydrating treatment combines natural ingredients and oxygen mist therapy to revive and restore softness to dry, frizzy or colour-damaged hair. Best Nourishing Treatment for Damaged Hair Beijing 101 Herbal Hair Revitalising Treatment, $158 for 2 hours (including consultation and analysis). Website: www. beijing101hair.com Give your hair and scalp a nutritive boost with this regenerative treatment that also has anti-ageing effects. Our tester loved the head massage that went with…

Fix up those messy bed-head look days in a jiffy with Essential’s super nourishing Night Care Milk. Taking care to avoid the roots, spread the non-greasy milky formula evenly onto dry or towel-dried hair before heading to sleep. This coat of protection will guard against “pillow friction”, so you never have to wake up to unruly, static or tangled hair again. At $11.90 (100 ml). MANE ATTRACTION Is your hair frequently exposed to blow-drying and/or combing, and is all tangled in split ends, dry to the touch and very brittle? Simply work in a coat of the Essential CC Oil on towel-dried hair daily, avoiding the roots. The leave-on formula is non-greasy and light, delivering tangle-free hair all day. At $11.90 (60 ml). Add a dash of magic to your…

There’s nothing more relaxing than kicking back at a hair salon whilst your tresses get a dose of pampering. Kimage’s chain of sleek boutiques makes it the ideal space to spend the afternoon and let their team of stylists work magic on your hair. If thin and limp hair is your concern, go for the Volumising Hair Treatment. This deep cleansing ritual reduces hair thinning and leaves you with a thicker, healthier mane. It starts off with a shampoo, where a winning blend of mugwort and ceracute is infused into your scalp to remove build-up and impurities. Then, a combination of Lislus treatment products will be applied using a hydro-scalp machine to hydrate your scalp and soften hair follicles. Finally, a spritz of Crieder mist leaves your hair conditioned and…

A good hair routine starts with the right cleanser. Think beautifully lustrous, swingy hair when it comes to this game-changing hair loss shampoo, which deep cleanses and restores balance in the scalp for hair growth. Bioleaf’s Phase 2 Hair Cleanser packs in a punch with various active ingredients to gently slough dirt and residue from oily and fragile scalps, as well as stimulate capillary microcirculation. This helps to strengthen hair roots, prevent breakage and promote quicker hair growth. Step out of the shower to a tingly, refreshing sensation on your scalp and hair with the thoughtful inclusion of menthol crystals and peppermint oil. Your mane is left healthier, shinier and stronger. At $29. IMPROVE YOUR SCALP For thinning scalps, try the Scalp Booster Therapy, which delivers a mix of ginseng,…

Who: Yoyo Cao @yoyokulala What: The successful designer of Exhibit is definitely no stranger to the Instagram scene. Expect ingenious pairings of menswear tailoring, set against unique backdrops. Who: Savina Chai @savinachaiyj What: Usually dressed in monochromatic hues, the founder of the online label Eightslate always plays up her fashion A-game, usually sporting her own pieces. Who: Stephanie Er @pooburr Known for: This cool mum dares to be different in her eclectic style choices and works the camera like a pro. Expect to see cute mummy-daughter pairings! Who: Velda Tan @belluspuera Known for: Founder of Collate The Label, Velda never fails to make her entrance in feminine and sophisticated pairings.…

What was your inspiration behind this season’s collection? “The collection, themed “Wildflower”, is a tribute to the alternative culture in Seoul. We were inspired by the city streets and wanted to create functional, lightweight pieces.” Who is the Soulpot Studio woman? “She’s open to different styles and doesn’t restrict herself in chasing temporal trends.” Being a stylish lady yourself, what are your wardrobe staples? “Smart shirts and wide-legged pants! They easily make up a smart outfit.” Do you have any personal styling tips on making an outfit work? “The ‘half tuck’ does wonders in lifting your entire look. It instantly loosens up a stiff looking outfit.” Soulpot Studio is available at society-a.com.…

Is your scalp dry, itchy and prone to dandruff? Is your hair thinning rapidly or getting grey? These can be caused by stress, poor diets and the environment. Treat your tresses to a natural herbal remedy and start to regain luscious, shiny locks with Venus Beauty’s in-house brand, Bioleaf Haircare. It features a range of shampoos targeted to meet all your hair and scalp concerns using herbal ingredients. PROBLEM: HAIR LOSS If you’re facing hair loss issues or are looking to prevent it, the Bioleaf Anti-Hair Loss Shampoo is said to help stimulate hair follicles, boost blood circulation and strengthen hair roots by infusing nutrients into them. Enriched with herbal ingredients like ginseng, gingko biloba, dong quai and rooibos tea extracts, the natural formula works to protect fragile scalps from…

The news came as a shock to both Joanne Lim and Glenn Tan when they learnt that they were expecting twins. But clearly not as shocked as their family and friends, when the pair produced their two gorgeous girls Jenna and Jennise after having kept the entire pregnancy a secret! “People couldn’t believe I had been pregnant with twins and they didn’t know about it. The expressions on their faces were priceless ” says Joanne. “My colleagues had been sitting next to me at work the whole time and they still didn’t notice ” Joanne’s initial scans revealed she was pregnant with monoamniotic or “MoMo” twins. MoMo twins are identical who share the same amniotic sac and placenta, but have two separate umbilical cords. “We were told it was a…

Mostly As: You may be a sympathetic or slow oxidiser. These are sometimes called carb types, and can do well on diets containing up to 60 per cent carbs, 25 per cent protein and 15 per cent fat. As an example, for dinner you could have: • 150 g grilled snapper cooked with 1 tsp olive oil • 3 cups kale, cooked • 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes • 1 cup brown rice Mostly Bs: You may possibly be an autonomic balanced or mixed oxidiser. More evenly balanced diets, made up of around 30 per cent protein, 50 per cent carbs, and 20 per cent fat, can work for these types. As an example, for dinner you could have: • 150 g pan-fried lean fillet steak, cooked with 1 tsp…

The perennial appeal of the miniskirt reflects the undying attractiveness of legs. Well-toned legs are guaranteed to turn heads – and to add strength and spring to your stride. Some women are fortunate enough to have shapely, well-proportioned limbs; others have to work hard to make the best of what they’ve got. But great-looking legs are within everyone’s grasp. Follow these tips on strengthening, shaping, toning and style, and you’ll soon be stepping out with confidence! Exercise Exercise is the key to good-looking legs. The basic shape of your legs may be determined by your genes, but legs are one of the easiest parts of the body to reshape – and it doesn’t take long for results to become apparent. Exercise burns fat, and tones and defines muscle, giving legs…

1 Take on the Dairy Farm Trail Start the day right with a nature hike through the Dairy Farm Trail. Visit Little Guilin and give your kids a disposable camera for them to document this adventure! Visit www.nparks.gov.sg for details. 2 A Picnic in Sembawang Park Indulge in a relaxing picnic by the seaside at Sembawang Park. Just before you head off, be sure to pack some games and toys for your little ones or rent a bike in the park. Visit www.nparks.gov.sg for details. 3 Find the Elusive Cow at Coney Island Coney Island is one of the latest nature parks to open but already, it’s drawing plenty of visitors. The park has five beach areas where you can go hiking, ride bikes and attempt to find that one…

Looking for an easy baking solution for delicious desserts like cakes or cupcakes? Perfectly measured ingredients to produce a delicious baked treat that will delight every time – with less mess and fewer ingredients to store? Well, look no further. Since 1898, White Wings, Australia’s premium baking brand, has been trusted to deliver the finest products and ingredients for over 100 years, to make baking tastier, easier and more convenient. As a baking expert, White Wings offers consumers high quality baking ingredients, cake, cupcake and pre-mixed dessert solutions. White Wings products are free from artificial flavours, colours and preservatives. With easy to bake solutions and short preparation times, White Wings is the ideal solution for the working woman. Today, White Wings is the perfect and easy home-style baking solution simply…

IRON AT A LOWER TEMPERATURE Put a layer of aluminium foil underneath your ironing board cover. You can iron at a lower temperature and still get garments crease-free. IRONING TABLECLOTHS AND LARGE SHEETS Don't know where to start ironing a round tablecloth? Begin at the outside edge, and work in progressively smaller circles towards the center. TO IRON CAP SLEEVES Tightly roll a handtowel and squeeze it into a sock or cap sleeve like a ham roll to press open seams in narrow areas, such as the sleeves or trouser legs. WHEN IRONING DELICATE FABRICS Use a sheet of baking paper when ironing to protect delicate materials and to prevent the iron from sticking to T-shirt logos. TO REMOVE MINERAL DEPOSITS Fill the iron with equal parts of water and…

RICH SALTED CARAMEL ICE-CREAM AND MINT & CHOC-CHIP ICE-CREAM Prep 15 mins (plus freezing) • Cook 5 mins • Makes 5 cups 100 g butter •½ cup brown sugar •1 tsp vanilla extract •1 tsp salt flakes •½ cup thickened cream, plus 600 ml extra •395 g can condensed milk 1 In a small saucepan, combine butter and sugar. Stir over low heat until sugar dissolves. Increase heat to medium and simmer 3-4 mins, until golden in colour. 2 Add vanilla and salt, stirring to dissolve. Remove from heat. Add cream. Whisk until smooth. Cover and chill until cold. 3 In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat extra cream and condensed milk together until soft peaks form. Swirl through cold caramel. 4 Transfer to a 5-cup freezer container.…

Brand: CONCRETE EVERYTHING Designer: Alvin Chan, 30 “The idea came by observing construction workers using cement to conduct renovation works. Nature also inspires me, because we may look at it yet miss its beauty.” Brand: COMME HOME Designer: Charlotte Wong, 28 “We yearn to create pieces that are timeless, classic and will be a mainstay in every home. No matter where and how you use our marble, we hope it feels like home.” Brand: DESINERE Designer: Melvin Ong, 32 “We reflect on the relationships between items, people and experiences so as to create authentic, honest objects that are refreshingly unexpected. The beauty of the natural world and its minute details are our constant source of awe and inspiration.” Brand: ONLEWO Designer: Mike Tay, in his 40s “I created the Tiong…

IT’S A GOOD MONTH FOR: Pigs like Lupita Nyong’O. The actress turned Broadway star received raving views for her play Eclipse. She and the entire crew set a remarkable example of girl power and diversity. Lupita can now be seen everywhere from billboards to having drinks named after her. IT’S A BAD MONTH FOR: Monkeys like Selena Gomez. On hearing the news of the passing of her longtime friend, Christina Grimmie, who was shot during her gig in Orlando, The Revival Tour star couldn’t stop the tears as she sang a tribute at Hillsong Worship’s “Transfiguration” in her honour. Selena cancelled her meet and greet as she feared for her own safety as well.…

Prep 20 mins • Cook 20 mins • Serves 4 2tbspsvegetableoil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 500 g turkey mince 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped 1 tbsp curry powder 2 tsps garam masala 1 cup water 1 cup frozen peas, thawed 2 tbsps yoghurt, plus extra to serve 1/3 cup coriander, roughly chopped, plus extra to serve 1 butter lettuce, leaves separated. 1 In a large frying pan, heat oil on high. Saute onion and garlic 1-2 mins, until onion is tender. Add turkey, brown well 4- mins, breaking up all lumps. 2 Stir in tomatoes, curry powder and masala. Cook 1- 2 mins. 3 Add 1 cup water, bring to simmer on low. Cook, uncovered, 4-5 mins, stirring occasionally. Mix in peas, and cook 1 min…

Prep 30 mins • Cook 2 Hours • Serves 4 2tbspsvegetableoil 4 lamb shanks, trimmed 1 onion, chopped 400 g can diced tomatoes 1 cup coconut water 4 finger eggplant, sliced 1 tbsp tamarind paste 2 tsps brown sugar Rice, coconut sambal, to serve SPICE PASTE 2redchilliesseeded, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 2cm ginger, peeled, chopped 1 tbsp ground coriander 2 tsps ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground cumin ½ tsp ground cardamom ¼ tsp ground cloves 1 Preheat oven to moderate, 180 C. 2 In a large casserole dish, heat half oil on high. Brown lamb, 5-6 mins, turning. Transfer to plate. 3 SPICE PASTE In a food processor, process all ingredients until smooth. 5 In the same pan, heat remaining oil on medium. Saute onions 5-6 mins.…

Prep 30 mins • Cook 1½ hours • Serves 4 to 6 1tspshrimppaste 1 onion, roughly chopped 6 macadamia nuts 1 lemongrass, roughly chopped 1 tbsp ginger, roughly chopped 1 tbsp turmeric, roughly chopped 1 tbsp palm sugar 3 cloves garlic, roughly chopped 2 red birdeye chilli, seeded, chopped 4 kaffir lime leaves, chopped 2 tsps salt 4 large banana leaves (see tip) 1 whole chicken, size 16, rinsed, patted dry Tomato sambal, steamed 1 Preheat oven to moderate 180 C. 2 Wrap shrimp paste in foil and toast in a dry frying pan on low heat, 10 mins, turning. Unwrap and cool. 3 Process shrimp paste, onions, nuts and lemongrass, ginger, turmeric, sugar, garlic, chillies, lime leaves and salt, pulsing to a smooth paste. 4 Line a baking…

Paying for a product or service can sometimes be a gamble, but you don’t have to test thousands of serums, treatments or food ingredients to find the best ones. We’ve done that for you through the countless awards that CLEO, Harper’s BAZAAR and The Singapore Women’s Weekly carry out annually. We want to help you get the best value, most effective products and suss out trusty brands; so to ensure testing is fair, we get staff and readers to review the items objectively and also call on experts for advice. This Best of the Best booklet compiles our top winners across all three magazines from 2013 to 2016 so you don’t have to trawl through past issues. If you want to make smart, effective shopping decisions, these are your best…

“This is a quintessential Frederick Lee dress - so feminine yet so strong at the same time. You can just see Frederick’s meticulous and detailed hand in it. I’m honoured to be wearing one of the most renowned Singaporean designers for The Weekly’s August issue!’’– Sheila Sim…

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Sarah Tang, 28 Co-founder, Sarah and Schooling An ardent supporter of Singapore’s literary scene, Sarah has always been inclined towards the arts from a young age. When she’s not designing literary books (from cover to layout to the fonts, and type of paper used), you’ll find her busy supporting the local crafting community through Itchy Fingers, a series of weekend workshops featuring lessons by independent local artisans. Sarah also worked probono on Poetry.sg (a website that showcases Singaporean poets and their work), which was launched during the Singapore Writers’ Festival last year. “Chances are, you’ve held one of our works in your hands… Our portfolio of clients include Epigram, Marshall Cavendish, Math Paper Press, National University of Singapore Press, Monsoon Books, and LASALLE College of the Arts. We also designed…

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If you spend way too much time detangling your hair after a shower, here’s a solution for you. But don’t let its ordinary look fool you - the new Pop Fold hairbrush by Wet Brush® is ergonomically designed with specially formulated Intelliflex® bristles to brush knots gently out of your hair without tearing, tugging and pulling on your precious locks. The bristles are thin, strong and flexible yet firm, gliding through both wet and dry hair effortlessly. Its innovative polytips, SofTips® , are gentle even on very sensitive scalps, and protects hair from breaking and forming split ends. Featuring a lightweight, compact fold design, the Pop Fold is a handy travelling version of the Wet Brush, perfect for individuals on-the-go. HOW TO USE Simply push the button on the back…

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• Exercise as a way of life Don’t be tempted to start skipping your morning walk or lunchtime gym class, if you want to maintain your grey matter. Older adults who exercise regularly show less brain shrinkage, which can cause memory and thinking problems, than those who exercise less often, says an US research. • Rest to remember more Don’t assume your ability to retain information declines as you age. US researchers claim that ‘wakeful resting’ – closing your eyes for 10 minutes after learning something verbally new – helps you remember it for longer. The brain has time to turn this material into lasting memory. • Learn something new Crosswords are okay, but when it comes to building mental muscle, the bigger the challenge, the better, says Michael J.…

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1 Inner thigh toner Lie on side, bottom leg straight, top leg bent and crossed over it. Slowly lift and lower bottom leg, keeping knee facing the front. Repeat 20 times each side. 2 Outer thigh shaper Lie on side, torso held firm, weight supported on elbow, bottom leg bent slightly. Slowly lift and lower top leg, keeping leg straight and knee to foot, hips aligned. Repeat 20 times each side. 3 Buttock and hip tightener Kneel, resting torso weight on forearms. Bend one leg and raise it to hip height, foot flexed. Slowly raise and lower leg from floor to a position where the thigh is parallel to the floor no higher. Repeat 20 times each side. 4 Buttock and hamstring strengthener Lie on floor, knees bent, feet apart,…

Jacki Bracey, a creative therapy specialist at Mandorla Creative Therapy in Sydney, says, “Children process grief and other emotions very differently and often find it difficult to express their emotions verbally.” “One of the best ways to help them process their grief is by providing opportunities for them to play naturally: This is their language – their way of expressing themselves and making sense of the world. Creative activities that provide a sense of connection to the person who has passed away are particularly important.” Bracey suggests the following ways to help children cope with grief: • Allow them to have an object such as a toy or jewellery that belonged to the person who died. • Help them create a memory box or scrapbook of photos and other items…

Singapore Laksa Prep 45 mins / Cook 20 mins / Serves 4 LAKSA PASTE 1.2 litres oil 700 g sugar 500 g salt PART 1 500 g shallots 600 g fresh chilli 100 g garlic 700 g chilli paste 200 g candlenut 80 g lemongrass 100 g blue ginger PART 2 100 g belachan, roasted 10 g turmeric powder 20 g coriander powder PART 3 300 g dried shrimp, before roasted 4.5 litres water 1.5 litres coconut milk 300 g dried thick bee hoon (rice vermicelli) 4 crayfish (200 - 400 g each), cooked (or use 20 tiger prawns) 12 pieces tau pok (bean curd puff), halved 1 piece fishcake, sliced 2 hard-boiled eggs, halved 100 g bean sprouts ¼ cup fresh laksa leaves, finely chopped 4 strands pandan leaves…

“My husband went through a phase of giving me vacuum cleaners, sewing machines and Mixmasters. It’s ironic. He is encouraging me to develop a hobby, I think.”– Cate Blanchett, 47, on how her husband tries to domesticate her. 1. WHAT’S THE SPACE FOR? For a bedroom, look at more relaxing, calming tones of whites. This usually leans towards slightly creamier or natural hues. A pure, bright white is great for the kitchen, which can be too vivid and contrasting for a bedroom. 2. PICK AND CHOOSE Go to a paint store and pick up small sample swatches, moving around to see them in different lights. Put them side by side and you’ll notice that one of them suddenly appears quite green or blue. Then, shortlist two or three that you…

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Prep 25 mins • Cook 2 hours • Serves 4 2tbspsvegetableoil 1 kg beef chuck, cubed 1 large onion, sliced 1/3 cup balti curry paste 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 cm knob of garlic, peeled, grated 1 tbsp garam masala 2 tsps curry powder 2 tsps mustard powder 2 tsps fennel seeds 400 g can diced tomatoes 1 red capsicum, seeded, chopped 1 cup water Micro herbs, pappadums, mango chutney to serve 1 Preheat oven to moderate, 180 C. 2 In a large flameproof casserole dish, heat half oil on high. Brown beef in 2 batches, 3-4 mins each batch. Transfer beef to plate. 3 Heat remaining oil in same pan. Saute onions 3-4 mins until tender. Stir in curry paste, garlic, ginger, garam masala, curry and mustard powders…

Prep 25 mins • Cook 15 mins • Serves 4 2tbspsvegetableoil 1 onion, sliced 2 tbsps vindaloo paste 1 tbsp tomato paste 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped 250 ml tub light sour cream 1 bunch broccolini, halved 1 cup frozen peas 150 g sugar snap peas, trimmed 6 large eggs, hard boiled, peeled, halved Mint leaves, fried onions, cucumber spears, to serve 1 In a large frying pan, heat oil on medium. Saute onion 4 to 5 mins, until tender. Add pastes and cook 1 min. 2 Stir in tomatoes and sour cream. Bring to simmer. 3 Add vegetables and eggs and cook 2 to 3 min, until vegetables are just tender and eggs are heated through. 4 Serve scattered with mint and fried onion (see tip). Accompany with cucumber…