Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2016 i Singapore Women's Weekly

Cape Town It’s a bird… it’s a plane… it’s our superhero red carpet slayers! The cape is an ultra-glam way to wrap the shoulders without risking a cardie-dowdy look. Whether it be sheer or solid, these fashionable caped crusaders know how to work it effortlessly, tone on tone. Be it monochromatic or full-on sequins a la Nicole Kidman, the style is super-flattering, drawing attention to the shoulders and face, and away from the hips. Smooth Operator Velvet gets a 2016 update with sleek tailoring and cuts in surprising shapes and forms. It might seem like a tricky, wintry fabric to wear, but there are ways to work the luxe fabric into everyday outfits. Kendall Jenner eloquently shows off her fashion savvy with a velvet crop top, while Alexa Chung takes…

“Style is something each of us already has. All we need to do is find it” – we have to thank designer Diane Von Furstenberg for her vote of confidence! I do believe it does take some practice to hone what we own, and that’s why we do our bi-annual trend reports (see pages 54 and 92). In this issue of The Weekly, the team has trawled through what have been making waves on the Autumn/Winter runways. Then the real challenge begins as they do a tight edit of the latest makeup, clothes and accessories that will help you look fashionably on point. Diane also says “style is about confidence”, and I have to agree. Do what it takes to give you that boost, and it isn’t about being in…

HE’S A BLOCKBUSTER SCRIBE Justin has several mega movie screen-writing credits to his name. He co-wrote Tropic Thunder in 2008, put pen to paper for Iron Man 2 and even wrote the sequel to cult comedy Zoolander, which came out earlier this year. HE’S A DOTING HUSBAND Justin married actress Jennifer Aniston in 2015 after three years of dating. The couple reportedly love staying in on a Sunday night and having a mask session together! HE’S GOT WASHBOARD ABS Justin is no slob when it comes to the fitness department and he has the abs to prove it. The actor hones his physique with regular trips to the gym, which would explain that buff body.…

Often referred to as the crown that we never take off, great hair is the envy of all women. Not only does hair constitute an important aspect of a person’s appearance and personality, it’s also associated with youth, sex appeal, health and power. Since the beginning of time, women have wanted stronger, thicker and more beautiful hair but a great mane takes patience and dedicated care. Luckily for us, PHS Hairscience offers a range of treatments to revive your crowning glory, no matter what its condition. PROBLEM: Hair Loss Stop hair fall and thinning today with PHS Hairscience’s signature 3-step DSR™ (Detox, Stabilize, Regrow) Program. Based on 10 years of research and trials in Singapore and coupled with the guidance of certified trichologists, this award-winning treatment has demonstrated visible results…

The best thing about the bigger-than-ever Korean beauty craze is that it brings back the fun in makeup and skincare through cute and innovative products with irresistible packaging. Plus, every devoted K-drama fan will tell you the star-studded endorsements are a huge draw. To experience the fun and excitement of K-beauty, The Weekly flew to Seoul in July to take part in ETUDE HOUSE’s Life Is Sweet Festival, a musical extravaganza where the Korean brand launched their latest beauty lineup. Krystal Jung, official ambassador of ETUDE HOUSE, made an appearance to kick-start the festivities with performances featuring mega K-Pop girl band I.O.I. Earlier, we also attended a beauty masterclass with K-beauty makeup guru Dave Kim. Here are their top tips:…

Sensitive skin can get irritated by the littlest things, be it the foods you eat or the products you apply to it. Because of this, you need to take extra-special care of your skin. Colloidal oatmeal is the natural active ingredient in all DermaVeen products. Obtained by milling the whole oat grain to retain the complex composition of all of its natural actives, it’s extremely gentle on the skin and poses less risk of skin irritation and allergic reaction. This fine powder has a host of dermatological benefits: • Protects the skin Helps to restore the protective skin barrier and promote skin healing. For many with sensitive skin, the skin barrier function may be compromised, and a layer of colloidal oatmeal acts like a protective, second skin. • Anti-itch and…

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Feel like there’s never enough space in your bag? Depending on your hoarder level, we have the perfect bag that can fit everything from your debit card to your kitchen sink. HOARDER LEVEL: Impromptu Camping Trip GO FOR: The Oversized Backpack. Backpacks are a godsend to over-packers and carry everything, and we mean everything, beyond your work essentials, gym clothes, tissue boxes, desktop computer… HOARDER LEVEL: Moderate GO FOR: A Trapezium Tote. You can be rest assured that shoppers don’t fill up so easy and can carry all of your essentials, plus some extra stuff – think hand sanitisers or wet tissue packets to chope that lunch table spot. HOARDER LEVEL: Minimal GO FOR: The Crossbody Bag. They’re perfect for those who love to travel light and in style! To…

In Your 20s This is the time to have fun with fashion to experiment, be girly, try new trends, and work out your future style. THE SOCIAL STARS These girls are all about a strong #OOTD game, wearing sweet cocktail colours, flirty cuts and cute details to get all those Insta-likes! In Your 30s Every career-savvy woman in her 30s has her own set of sartorial pieces that she can’t go without. Throw in a few statement items and show off your multi-faceted self – career-driven yet fun-loving. THE ENTREPRENEURIAL EXPERTS These ladies are in the business of dressing well. Decked in pieces from mid-range designer brands, they show you how career-climber chic is done. In Your 40s There’s no better time to don classics (that work your shape the…

Every homemaker knows what a tremendous chore it can be to clean the floors of your entire home, so you will appreciate a powerful vacuum cleaner that can do most of the job for you. The Philips PowerPro Aqua 3-in-1 Vacuum Cleaner FC6404/01 is the masterful helper you need. This vacuum cleaner is packed with innovative state-of-the-art features to clean all types of flooring and make your chore simpler by providing ease of use. PowerCyclone Technology delivers high vacuum cleaning results in one go, via rapid air acceleration through the vacuum cleaner’s curved air pass to effectively separate dust from air. It’s also fitted with a German design 3 layer washable filter to capture more than 90 per cent of ultra-fine particles and microorganisms up to 0.3 microns. TriActive Turbo…

If you lead a busy, stressful urban lifestyle, chances are that you’re too drained of energy and time to cook at the end of the day. But relying on convenient takeaways or dining out can hardly replace the satisfaction and healthy benefits of a simple home-cooked meal. So from antibacterial fridges to a blender that cooks, these inventive kitchen essentials are ideal for the health-conscious, time-strapped woman to whip up a delicious, nutritive meal in minutes. They also make stylish additions to the contemporary kitchen! SEALED - IN FRESHNESS Every healthy meal starts with the freshest ingredients, so never underestimate the importance of quality refrigeration, especially in hot and humid Singapore where food tends to spoil faster. Sterilise your groceries and keep them in top condition longer by storing in…

Oishii Bites Authentic, made-in-Japan tidbits at affordable prices? Yes, please! The 7-Select range has 12 different premium snacks, from $2.50, available from 7-Eleven stores. Good To The Core Ben & Jerry’s new Brownie Batter Core has chunky fudge brownie pieces while Cookies & Cream Cheesecake Core has chocolate cookies with a cheesecake core. At $16.50 each, from major supermarkets. Cerealsly Satisfying Need a midday pick-me-up? Try NESTUM 3-in-1 Cereal drink which is packed with vitamins and minerals. Available in Original and Oats flavours, from $4.85, from major supermarkets.…

1 No need for oil Steam cooking does not require oil at all. This means that there is a lower fat content when compared with food that has been cooked in oil or butter. 2 Cancer fighters are retained Broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage contain cancer-fighting components called glucosinolates.These are usually destroyed when overcooked. However, by steaming them at low temperatures with a small amount of water, their compounds are retained! 3 Retains taste, colour and juice of food Steam cooking retains the original colour, taste, juice and freshness of food.You can also add spices to the water used for steam cooking to give the food an extra taste. 4 Retains vitamins and minerals According to several studies, steaming results in far less damage to vitamins and minerals, leaving food with…

VEGETABLE PAKORAS WITH BEETROOT RAITA Prep 15 mins • Cook 20 mins • Makes 20 2 cups Besan flour (chickpea flour) •1 tsp ground coriander •1 tsp cumin seeds • /3 cup water •1½ cups broccoli, finely chopped •1 zucchini, grated •100 g green beans, chopped into 1-cm pieces •1 can (420 g) chickpeas, rinsed, drained •1 long green chilli, finely sliced •½ cup fresh coriander, roughly chopped, plus extra leaves to serve •Oil, for deep frying BEETROOT RAITA •1 large beetroot, peeled, grated •1 eschalot, peeled, finely chopped •1 lime, juiced •1½ cups Greek yoghurt 1 In a large bowl, combine flour, coriander, cumin seeds and water. Mix well and season to taste. Stir through vegetables, chickpeas and coriander. 2 BEETROOT RAITA In a medium bowl, combine beetroot, eschalots…

Prep 30 mins (plus chilling) • Cook 5 mins • Makes 12 13cupcream 225 g dark chocolate, chopped ¼ cup black sprinkles Silver cachous, for the eyes 24 x 4 cm pieces licorice straps 12 cake pop sticks Dried beans, lentils or rice, to serve 1 In a small saucepan, heat cream over low heat until simmering. Remove from heat. Add chocolate. Set aside 2 mins. Gently stir until melted and smooth. Transfer to bowl. Cool, then chill until firm. 2 Roll level tablespoons of mixture into balls. Coat in sprinkles. Arrange on tray. 3 Push 2 cachous into each truffle for eyes. Cut each piece of licorice into 4 thin strips. Insert 4 strips on either sides of truffle for legs. Chill 2 hours, until firm. 4 Push…

Prep 2 hrs • Cook 50 mins • Serves 16 3x340gpackets buttercake mix 250 g white fondant icing Food colouring, orange 240 g licorice strap 3 domed white marshmallows 1 waffle cone, base trimmed flat 500 g prepared honey sponge roll 500 g packet licorice allsorts (squares and logs) 100 g Lindt dark chocolate squares, halved 1 Haribo Fruit-Wheel, yellow, for moon 7 cake decorating wires BUTTERCREAM 250gbutter 3 cups icing sugar 1-2 tbsps milk Food colouring, violet, orange, black 1 Preheat oven to moderate, 180 C. Lightly grease and line 23-cm and 13-cm round cake pans. 2 Prepare packet cakes. Pour 2 mixes in 23-cm pan and 1 mixture in 13-cm pan. Bake 45 to 50 mins, until cooked when tested. Cool in pans, 5 mins, before…

Prep 1 hr • Cook 20 mins • Serves 12 125gbuttersoftened ¾ cup caster sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs 1 cup self-raising flour cup cocoa powder ½ cup milk cup chocolate chips 24 red jube lollies, for feet 6 decorative paper straws, halved 12 mini waffle cones, trimmed 12 mint sliced biscuits 24 red mini M&M’s BUTTER CREAM 250gbuttersoftened 3 cups icing sugar 1-2 tbsps milk Food colouring, green, brown 1 Preheat oven to moderate, 180 C. Line a 12-hole muffin pan with paper patty cases. 2 In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter, sugar and vanilla together until pale and creamy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. 3 Sift flour and cocoa together. Fold into creamed mixture…

Beef With Black Bean Sauce | Prep 10 mins | Cook 10 mins | Serves 4 | 1 tbsp vegetable oil 500 g beef stir-fry strips 200 g green beans, trimmed 1 red capsicum, seeded, sliced 230 g can water chestnuts, drained, sliced 4 green onions, 5-cm lengths, plus extra, to serve ¼ cup black bean sauce 2 tbsps soy sauce 2 tbsps dry sherry Thai basil, steamed rice, to serve 1 In a wok or a large frying pan, heat half oil on high. Stir-fry beef in two batches, 1 to 2 mins each until browned. Transfer to a plate. 2 Heat remaining oil in same wok. Stir-fry beans and capsicum 2 to 3 mins until tender. 3 Return beef to wok with water chestnuts, onions, sauces and sherry.…

Fresh juices and smoothies make a nutritious meal anytime. And vacuum blending is a great way to incorporate these ingredients into your diet, if you aren’t naturally inclined to eat your fruits and veggies. There is also something undeniably delightful about a glass of freshly-squeezed juice or the unique flavour combinations that can be created – strawberry-pineapple-mango-yoghurt, anyone? But, What is Vacuum Blending? It is the latest technology to keep the original freshness of vegetables and fruits by creating a vacuum condition inside the blending container. Beverages made by vacuum blender eradicate oxidation and have significantly less bubbles, because contact with air is reduced. Thus, you feel smooth swallowing. Vacuum blending also prevents destruction of nutrients. Because layers are not separated when materials are blended under a vacuum without air,…

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E-MAIL of the month From Shirlyn Tan “Having read The Weekly for the past few years, I am amazed at all the interesting recipes and cooking tips you’ve shared – and now I can find more on your new website www.womensweekly.com.sg! When I get my new home and kitchen, the first thing I’m going to do is to try out all these recipes and whip up something nice for my friends and family!” POST of the month Taika Tynne shares her best anti-ageing tips and tricks on The Weekly’s Facebook page “Moisturising well, drinking lots of water, exercising regularly and using sunblock religiously help my skin remain plump and radiant. I also try to sleep on my back as this helps prevent fine lines forming on my face and ensures…

‘I’ve always felt I’ve had a really lucky life. But that doesn’t mean I don’t still have emotional obstacles to overcome’ Life imitates art when it comes to Kate Hudson. It’s been 16 years since she bounced onto the big screen and into our hearts with her brilliant turn as the deeply mysterious yet effortlessly disarming Penny Lane in Cameron Crowe’s Almost Famous. Just like her character in that movie, Kate is a muse of our times. And while she’s lent her enigmatic presence to comedy after comedy, the 37-year-old has now set her sights on the grittier side of filmmaking with her latest edge-of-your-seat disaster project, Deepwater Horizon. Based on the real-life drama surrounding the BP oil spill in 2010 off the Gulf of Mexico, Kate will be playing…

Kiss and Tell A classic red lippie never fails to brighten the skin and amp up the glam factor. Here are our picks from the latest lipstick launches to hit the market… Sun Shield It’s not easy being a city dweller. With UV rays and pollution damaging the skin daily, it seems as though your skin is fighting a losing battle against environmental aggressors. Enter Elizabeth Arden’s PREVAGE City Smart Broad Spectrum Hydrating Shield SPF 50 PA++++ . Its exclusive DNA Enzyme Complex strengthens skin, while Anti-Pollution Complex and 100 per cent Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen helps defend against free radicals and UV damage. At $99. Happy Birthday! The year 2016 is extra-significant to these skincare and makeup brands. Here’s to many more beautiful years ahead!…

Sunrise Margarita Orange shades work really well on pale skin and if the eye shadow has gold shimmer mixed in, they can double up as a blush as well. Complement the look with a coral or peach shade. Glossed Over The colour tends to settle into the crease, so it is a good idea to apply eye lid primer to help it stay put. Transform regular powder eye shadow into high-shine cream eye shadow by dabbing on a thin layer of Vaseline or non-scented lip gloss after applying colour on the lids. Hot & Cold Contrasting warm and cool shades can produce interesting effects. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes, or be too serious about the application – makeup shouldn’t be too serious and if you make a boo-boo, just…

Most of us know the effects that ageing has on our skin – loss of firmness, the emergence of wrinkles and deeper expression lines – but what causes it exactly? Our bodies go through a lot of changes as we age and while oestrogen (the female hormone) doesn’t directly affect skin’s structure like collagen and hyaluronic acid does, it is responsible for triggering and accelerating certain signs of ageing. SIGNS OF HORMONAL AGEING: 1 Breaking out When you are in your late 20s, oestrogen levels decline faster than testosterones, causing an imbalance which often leads to increased sebum production which can cause pimples. 2 Brown patches appear When women enter menopause, some doctors might prescribe medication which contains oestrogen to control its symptoms. This surge of oestrogen might trigger melanin…

Apply a blue-based red lippie The blue tones tend to cancel out any orange or yellow tones on your teeth. Try Laneige Serum Intense Lipstick in R12, $34, or NARS Audacious Lipstick in Shirley, $44. Ditch the cigarettes Nicotine and tar are the two culprits responsible for tobacco stains on teeth. Nicotine is colourless, but when mixed with oxygen it turns yellow. Quitting altogether is better for your teeth and overall health. Try oil pulling An Aryurvedic remedy, oil pulling is a huge trend thanks to A-list celebs who do it, like Gywneth Paltrow and Shailene Woodley. The chemical reaction helps remove stains upon brushing and rinsing. Researchers say it strengthens teeth and gums and reduces the chance of plaque forming and gum disease. DIY home whitening Kit This whitening…

The Weekly asks Jerial Tan and Eddie Tan, founders of local sunglass brand Visual Mass, about their brand and their tips on finding the right pair of sunglasses for your face shape. What was your main inspiration behind Visual Mass? “What drives our label is the belief that everyone has the right to sight and that good quality designer eyewear should not cost an arm and a leg.” Who is the Visual Mass consumer? “The Visual Mass consumer is someone who, like us, believes that eyewear serves more than a functional purpose, that it is also an extension of their wardrobes and an expression of their personality.” How many different types of sunglasses should the average person own? “The average person should own at least three types of sunglasses: A…

1 DENIM’S A DREAM The denim shirt is Andrea’s travel must-have. “I can wear it with anything. Pair with jeans for something casual, or with a pencil skirt for a formal touch” 2 SMART INVESTMENTS “I think bags are a great investment. If you’re planning to buy luxury bags on your travels, get one for work and another that’s more casual.” “Pack in more tops and less bottoms. It helps save space. Whenever you change a top, you pretty much get a brand new look!” 3 THE VERSATILE TANK TOP “A white tank top with thin straps is so useful to have in your bag. I can pair it with my outerwear or layer it over other items!” 4 FINDING COVER A good jacket is essential. “You’ll need it to…

When Skye Wheatley headed off to Thailand last January she was excited because she was getting a budget breast job, after years of feeling self-conscious about her naturally lop-sided breasts. She flew off feeling “beyond excited” to be finally getting “the cleavage of her dreams” – and if you look at her social media accounts it seems to have worked, because there are plenty of photos of her confidently posing in skimpy outfits. But the photos don’t tell the real story. Because Skye reveals that in real life, her breast implants are not what she wants. In fact, they have left her feeling emotionally devastated. “I wanted to get my breasts augmented so they would be symmetrical – my right breast was a whole cup size smaller than the left…

ACADEMICS Who: LORNA WHISTON SCHOOLS What: This educational institute stands out as the go-to brand for English language programmes in Southeast Asia since 1980. Their unique lessons are tailor-made to students’ needs and besides operating bilingual preschools, Lorna Whiston also has a dynamic speech and drama school. Where: Level 3 & 4, United Square, Tel: 6253 7688, www.lornawhiston.com Who: DA LITTLE SCHOOL What: Little tots aged 18 months to six years can head here to enjoy the wide range of enrichment programmes from theatre to arts to doodling to dance. Da Little School provides quality education to the early years without a hefty price tag attached to it. Where: #03-23, Rochester Mall, Tel: 6570 8001, www.dalittleschool.com.sg Who: THE LEARNING LAB What: Designed to ensure academic excellence and world-readiness, The Learning…

A Persian or Isfahan hand-knotted carpet can turn any modern interior into a luxurious space. Keep it fab not drab with these handy care tips: 1. LEAVE DIRT AT THE DOOR Make sure family members and guests wipe their feet after removing their shoes at the main door, so that dirt doesn’t accumulate on your precious carpet! 2. BLOT, NOT RUB Trying to remove a stain by rubbing it can cause it to set permanently. Instead, use a kitchen towel or roll, blotting from the outside in, to soak up any spills, or dab with a warm water-soaked sponge. 3. ROTATION DUTY Every six months, carefully rotate your carpet to prevent areas with heavy foot traffic from wearing down. All carpets are available at Gabbeh Carpet. Show this page and…

All-in-one machines are all the rage in the culinary world. Their ability to go from baking to broiling, mixing to mincing, and everything in between often means that these advanced kitchen appliances are the ultimate time-saving multi-taskers. So with several new all-in-one kitchen appliances on the market, how do you choose the best? Enter the Philips Cooking Blender HR2099/90. This appliance offers a unique solution for cooking and preparing delectable food at the touch of a button. From delicious drinks to multi-course meals, you can streamline your cooking process and enjoy cooking with fresh ingredients without the use of bulky tools. Healthy Home Made Food Spend less time preparing and more time enjoying food with the Cooking Blender. The combined function of heating and blending makes the appliance perfect for…

TIP: You can make unfilled pies a day ahead. Store in an airtight container and fill just before serving. Raspberry Cream Whoopies Pies Prep 25 mins / Cook 15 mins / Makes 14 125 g unsalted butter, softened ½ cup caster sugar 1 egg 1 tsp vanilla extract 1½ cups plain flour 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda ½ tsp baking powder 2/3 cup buttermilk RASPBERRY CREAM 300 ml tub thickened cream 1 tsp vanilla bean paste 2 tsps icing sugar, plus extra to serve 125 g fresh raspberries, plus extra to serve 1. Preheat oven to moderate, 190 C. Lightly grease and line three large oven trays with baking paper. Mark 4.5 cm circles on paper about 5 cm apart. 2. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat…

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Prep 30 mins • Cook 50 mins • Makes 30 2eggwhites ½ cup caster sugar 1 tbsp cornflour 240 g licorice strap ¼ cup natural flaked almonds 60 coloured cachous, for eyes 20 g white chocolate, melted 1 Preheat oven to slow, 150 C. Line 4 oven trays with baking paper. 2 In a small bowl, using an electric mixer, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, beat to dissolve. Beat in cornflour. 3 Spoon mixture into piping bag fitted with 1.5 cm plain nozzle. Pipe 4 cm oval mice shapes on trays. 4 Cut licorice into 2 mm x 5 cm “tails”, attach to rounded end of each mouse. Bake 45 to 50 mins, until firm. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. 5…

Prep 30 mins • Makes 27 240glicoricestrap 1½ cups icing sugar 1 tbsp hot water Food colouring, orange, violet 250 g packet Marie Biscuit (or plain round biscuits of choice) 54 mint leaves lollies 27 Cadbury mini drops Small tube, black writing icing Smarties, orange, purple, 54 each 1 Using scissors, cut 27 pieces of licorice strap, 2 cm each. Cut each one into 6 thin strips, for whiskers. 2 Sift icing sugar into a bowl. Add water, stirring to make a smooth paste. Divide water into 2 bowls. Tint one orange and the other one violet. 3 Spread icing over flat side of each biscuit. Place iced side up on a tray. Arrange two mint leaves for the eyes, mini drop for nose and licorice whiskers on either…

We know you’re time challenged. We know you enjoy good food. And we know you’d love for the family to dine more regularly together at home. That’s why we’ve come up with this handy little recipe book. Each dish takes under 30 minutes to cook, so you can still whip up a meal after work! We also know you may have different cravings on different nights. So we have included a good variety of dishes, Asian and Western, based on different types of protein – chicken, beef and fish. And if you’re going meatless, you’ll love our vegetarian selection too. For more speedy recipes, simply visit www.womensweekly.com.sg. Enjoy!…

Zucchini & Tomato Spaghetti | Prep 20 mins | Cook 5 mins | Serves 4 | 1 kg zucchini ¼ cup olive oil, plus extra, to serve 6 garlic cloves, crushed 400 g punnet tomato medley mix, halved 1½ tbsps finely grated lemon zest 1 cup finely grated Parmesan Lemon wedges, to serve 1 Cut zucchini into “spaghetti” strings using a julienne peeler. 2 In a large frying pan, heat oil on medium. Cook garlic 1 to 2 mins until tender. Stir tomato and zest through. Cook 1 min. 3 Add zucchini (may need to cook in two batches) and 2 tbsps water. Cook, stirring, 1 to 2 mins until just tender. Remove from heat. Stir Parmesan through. 4 Serve drizzled with oil and accompanied with lemon. CHEF’S TIP If…

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Bridget Hall The one that started it all. Leo got his first taste of dating a Victoria’s Secret model when he and Bridget hooked up in 1994. Helena Christensen Helena caught Leo’s eye at the height of his fame in 1997 but their fling didn’t last long. Eva Herzigova The Czech stunner only dated the actor for 60 days in 1998. Was he that bad, Eva? Gisele Bündchen Gisele and Leo were the golden couple of the early noughties but the Brazilian beauty reportedly got tired of waiting for him to propose. Naomi Campbell The playboy and Naomi had a blink-and-you’llmiss-it liaison in 1995 before deciding they were better off as friends. Toni Garrn This gorgeous German-born model had a low-key relationship with the actor in 2013 but they couldn’t…

Tan Su-Lyn, 43 Co-founder and CEO, The Ate Group Su-Lyn is a multi-hyphenate: As a brand catalyst, she co-founded integrated communications agency, The Ate Group (which counts Odette, Destination New South Wales, and The Omakase Group, amongst its illustrious list of clients); she has edited numerous cookbooks and restaurant guides, such as Passion and Inspiration (renowned chef Justin Quek’s first cookbook), and the Lonely Planet World Food Guide to Malaysia and Singapore. Su-Lyn also co-founded food blog Chubby Hubby with her husband, Aun Koh. Sarah Tang, 28 Co-founder, Sarah and Schooling Most people know Sarah for her portfolio of design work for publications from Epigram, Marshall Cavendish, Math Paper Press, National University of Singapore Press, Monsoon Books, and LASALLE College of the Arts. But this ardent supporter of Singapore’s literary…

Citrus Jam Chock full of vitamin C and antioxidants, these citrus-derived skin and body care products help protect against free radicals – all while smelling refreshingly great too! Eau So Tempting If you have a different lipstick colour to reflect your mood for the day, it only makes sense to have a scent that complements your emotion. These new scents would make great additions to your fragrance wardrobe: Target Practice these creams and serums aim to fill in wrinkles and erase years off your face.…

A good night’s sleep gone wrong has more side effects than a never-ending cycle of yawning. Ironically, sometimes the proof of tossing and turning, not enough time in bed, or not sleeping a wink at all is right under your eyes. The sensitive skin under your eyes gets puffy and hard-to-cover dark circles appear, making your morning makeup session that much more difficult and fine lines and wrinkles even more noticeable. Major sad face! FOR YOUR EYES ONLY Introducing: ORBIS Hot Eye Refre Pack, an overnight eye treatment uniquely formulated with a blend of botanical moisturising ingredients to help tackle these causes of dullness. Poor blood circulation due to fatigue and eye strain can result in a dull blue-tinge tone, while pigmentation due to UV damage and excessive rubbing of…

Bejewelled Mix The runways sparkled with a festive assortment of hair accessories, be it small metallic floral pins or large bejewelled barrettes and diadems. They were piled onto messy updos, or added to loose braids – the key idea here is an imperfect, easygoing vibe. The Ripple Effect Soft waves cascading down from a centre part channels Parisian chic effortlessly, as the Alberta Ferretti, Versace and Balmain models showed. Director of KIMAGE, Monica Tan, says, “For straight hair, use a curling iron on dry hair and follow with a hair oil. If you have curls, braid semi-dry hair, then loosen and run your fingers through” Side Lines The side part got a reinvention at Dior, Proenza Schouler and Calvin Klein. It goes deep and is for the woman unafraid to…

JAYMEE ONG, TELEVISION HOST & ACTRESS Can you believe that Jaymee hardly wears makeup outside of work? Juggling work, family and fitness means that her beauty products have to be time-saving and easy to use. Medela Purelan 100, $12.90 (7 g). “Yes, it’s a nipple cream, but I actually use it as a lip balm.” Benefit Erase Paste Concealer, $46 (4.4 ml). “I don’t really wear concealer anymore, but this peach-coloured camouflage cream is perfect when I have dark circles.” Science On Skin Multivitamins+, $69.90 (2 x 15 ml). “Keeps skin supple and targets pigmentation.” BeautyBlender Original, $32. “I don’t know what we all did before this came along. Blends perfectly!” Estée Lauder Double Wear Maximum Cover, $62 (30 ml). “This is the only foundation that covers my melasma!” La…

FACE “Firstly, use the ETUDE HOUSE PLAY 101 Stick as a foundation – there are four shades to cater to different skin tones. Apply on your cheeks, forehead and chin, then use the PLAY 101 Blending Finger Brush to blend and create a light and translucent base.” “Create a highlighting effect by applying the highlighting portion of the PLAY 101 Stick Contour Duo on the T-Zone and C-Zone. For a dewy effect, apply PLAY 101 Blending Pencil in shades #18 and #1 in a circular motion on cheeks; blend with PLAY 101 Blending Finger Brush.” EYES “The trend in Korea right now is to apply eye makeup using pencil products and blending them out to create an alluring eyeshadow effect. First apply the PLAY 101 Blending Pencil in shade #5,…

About 50 per cent of women are likely to experience hair loss, or thinning hair, and this can happen at any age, even during teenage years and for a variety of reasons. When you think of hair loss, you may think of the genetic factors, hormones, thyroid problems, infections, medications, and other diseases. However, everyday hair-aggressors such as harsh hair products and treatments contribute to hair thinning by making it weak and brittle. Even hairstyles like too-tight braids can damage or break hair. The unique effectiveness of Beijing 101 hair remedies lies in the holistic treatment approach of regulating and nourishing the cells, tissues and body levels, as evident in many other traditional Chinese cures. Through 42 years of research in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing 101 puts together the essence…

Collagen is an integral part of our skin structure as it helps maintain suppleness and elasticity. And the loss of collagen can lead to visible signs of ageing such as wrinkles, sagging skin, and a tired appearance in general. Studies have shown that we lose up to 5ml of facial volume every year: And with such a rapid rate of attrition, it is imperative that we replace this loss in volume quickly and effectively to reduce the signs of ageing. Volume loss can be replaced through permanent fillers such as implants and synthetic collagen, but these methods have fallen out of favour because of the unnatural results produced. Collagen Stiumulation Introducing Ellanse, Kowayo Aesthetic Clinic’s latest offering, which promises miraculous rejuvenation and delivers just that. Kowayo is proud to be…

Botanical Boom “Flowers don't last forever, but ones with diamonds set in 18K gold do.” Put A Ring On It “With such a hero of a piece of jewellery lacing your digits, who needs a manicure?” Dangling Modifier “Drop earrings never go out of style – these show-stoppers are sure to turn heads.” Iridescent Pearl “Instead of a full pearl necklace, keep it simple with a singular pearl pendant.” Blue Crush “Statement studs are a massive trend this season, and nothing makes more of a statement than these sapphire sparklers.” BROUGHT TO YOU BY POH HENG…

1 BE OUT OF THIS WORLD Look more fashion forward and less E.T. with our style-friendly take on this space-age trend, and yes – you can wear it for work. TIP: You don’t have to go all out to work this trend – pick shoes with a dramatic cut and accessories with angular shapes and you’re good to go! 2 SHOES AS JEWELLERY Forget ear bling. The new way to wear dazzle involves wearing your frost on your feet. Think twinkle toes! TIP: Channel this trend on the cheap by sewing costume brooches onto a pair of satin pumps. 3 NEW WAYS TO HOLD YOUR BAG Here’s the style inspo… BAG ON BAG Save on straps by clipping a pouch onto your main handbag. THE SENSUAL SLIP It is easy…

Better listener A US study shows that learning music can improve your ability to distinguish sounds and hear speech in a noisy environment later in life. These skills are important for good conversation but often decline with age. Boosts empathy Playing music in a group can strengthen your capacity to recognise other people’s emotions. A University of Cambridge study shows performing together may help you form a bond that goes beyond verbal communication. Increases IQ Taking music lessons can raise your IQ by seven points. In a German study, singing or keyboard practice enhanced the academic performance of children and their higher intelligence remained as they grew up.…

Be warned – you may be concealing toxic fat if you are carrying extra weight around your tummy. This is a sure sign that you also have fats deep inside the belly and around your organs. This is a danger sign as the visceral fat, that’s what it’s called, releases toxic chemicals which increases the risk of health problems like heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. The more belly fat you can see, the greater the health risks for sure as the odds that some of it is visceral fat is greater. If you’ve been struggling to lose those stubborn belly fat, you might be happy to know that it is possible. Understand the contributing factors and try to tackle some of these issues. PROBLEM NO 1: {Stress}…

If you’ve ever had a child imitate your actions or repeat what you say over and over again, then you probably already know that these tiny tots are quite easily influenced. A popular quote even likens children to wet cement, because anything that falls on them makes an impression. Pamela See, Educational and Developmental Psychologist of Th!nk Psychological Services, refers to this phenomenon as plasticity. “The brain development of a child is more plastic in early life than in maturity,” she explains, “and this plasticity means that a child’s brain is more open to learning and enriching influences” Windows Of Opportunity Scientists have also determined that neurons in the brain peak at certain points in a child’s life, and call these sensitive periods when specific learning takes place “windows of…

1 TOP DOWN VIEW Think of this as the equivalent of fashion’s flat lay shoots. It’s a trick many foodies use, and with good reason. Many dishes look great from the top down. 2 AVOID FILTERS Pre-set filters, that is. But adjust the saturation, hue, warmth, highlights and shadows manually before you post your photo. It might take more time, but the results are always worth it. 3 GET MORE LIGHT Natural lighting plays a big part in making your dish look good. Serious foodies will opt for al fresco dining if available or choose a window seat. Never use a camera flash and if you really must get more light, switch on your phone’s flashlight function instead. 4 PEPPER WITH PROPS Having some props like cutlery, a flower vase…

Vegetarian Polenta Stack Prep 40 mins (plus chilling) / Cook 35 mins / Serves 4 3½ cups chicken stock ¾ cup instant polenta ½ cup grated Parmesan, plus 1/3 cup extra 2 tbsps olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 1 carrot, finely chopped 1 celery stalk, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, sliced 2 tbsps tomato paste 400 g can diced tomatoes 1 cup water 400 g can lentils, drained ¼ cup chopped basil, plus extra to serve 1 eggplant, cut into 1-cm thick slices 2 zucchini, cut into 1-cm thick slices Baby spinach leaves, to serve 1. Line a 20 x 30 cm slice pan with baking paper. 2. In a medium saucepan, bring stock to boil on high. Reduce heat to medium. Gradually whisk in polenta. Cook 5 mins,…

Pretty In Pink Cake Prep 20 mins (plus chilling) / Serves 16 In a bowl, using an electric mixer, beat 250 g softened unsalted butter until as white as possible. Gradually sift in 1½ cups icing sugar mixture then add 2 tbsps milk. Sift in another 1½ cups icing sugar mixture, beating until well combined. Remove icing from 4 x 565 g store-bought white chocolate mud cakes. Using a large serrated knife, trim tops off cakes to level. Stack together on a cake board, spreading a little buttercream between each layer. Spread tops and sides of cakes with buttercream. Chill 1 hour. In a heatproof bowl, combine 1 cup white chocolate melts and ¼ cup cream. Microwave on high (100 per cent) in 30-second bursts, stirring in between each, until…

ASIAN CONNECTION We’ve got recipes galore that are catered to Asian tastes, including this delicious Tang Yuan Soup. And knowing that you’re usually time-challenged, we make speed a criteria too. You’ll find many recipes that need less than 30 minutes to whip up – and they’re super-yummy too! SEE IT, COOK IT Love heritage food but always think it’s too difficult to do? Our how-to videos will prove to you just how easy it is to cook up Asian favourites, such as this vibrant Pulut Tai Tai. KNOW YOUR INGREDIENTS Need to understand a baking term? Not sure which oil or spice to use? Need a conversion table for measurements? You’ll find all these at the click of your mouse.…

MONKEY YEAR OF BIRTH: 2004•1992 •1980•1968•1956•1944 Be sociable this month. It might be wise to gather the support of your friends and colleagues by focusing more on building rapport and increasing team spirit amongst your work mates. Wealth luck is extremely poor so do avoid new investments and take precautions for your personal safety. ROOSTER YEAR OF BIRTH: 2005•1993 •1981•1969•1957•1945 This month, your luck is superb and any bad blood or misunderstandings will be resolved. Since you’re on good terms with everyone, take this opportunity to exhibit your closeted talents. Do avoid any speculative investments, instead, focus on the huge milestone that you and your significant other will celebrate this month. DOG YEAR OF BIRTH: 2006•1994 •1982•1970•1958•1946 The road ahead will not be smooth, so try to pay attention to…

Prep 25 mins • Cook 15 mins • Serves 4 500gchickenmince cup dry breadcrumbs 1 egg, lightly beaten 2 tbsps chives, chopped ½ cup pitted kalamata olives, sliced 250 g spaghetti PUTRID PESTO 1 cup basil leaves, firmly packed ½ cup parsley leaves, firmly packed cup Parmesan, finely grated 2 tbsps almond meal ½ lemon, juice 2 cloves garlic, chopped ½ cup olive oil 1 Preheat oven to moderate 180 C. Line an oven tray with baking paper. 2 In a bowl, combine mince, breadcrumbs, eggs and chives. Season to taste and mix well. Roll heaped teaspoons of mixture into “eyeballs”. Press an olive slice into each. Arrange on tray and spray with oil. Bake 10 to 12 mins, until golden and cooked through. 3 PUTRID PESTO In a…

Prep 15 mins • Cook 10 mins • Makes 12 2packrectangularpizzabases ½ cup tomato passata 12 thin slices (200 g) salami 12 tasty cheese slices, halved 24 peppercorns, for eyes 1 Preheat oven to moderate, 180 C. Line an oven tray with baking paper. 2 Using a 9 cm cutter, cut pizza bases into 12 rounds. Spread each base with passata. Arrange on tray. Bake 5 mins. 3 Using scissors (or a ghost-cutter), cut ghost shape from each cheese slice. Top each pizza with a slice of salami and a ghost. Season to taste. Bake 5 to 7 mins until cheese melts. 4 Press 2 peppercorn eyes onto each ghost. Serve hot. TIP: You need a 250 g pack of cheese slices. Use leftovers in toasted sandwiches.…

Prep 20 mins • Cook 10 mins • Serves 4 to 6 3small150- 200 g each) golden nugget pumpkins 125 g cream cheese, softened ½ cup sour cream 1 cup grated tasty cheese 125 g can cream corn 2 tbsps chives, finely sliced 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce 2 tbsps nut and seed mix, toasted Corn chip gravestones, to serve 1 Cut a top from each pumpkin. Scoop out seeds. Then scoop out flesh, leaving a 1 cm-thick shell. Chop flesh, place in microwave-safe bowl, cook on high 3 to 4 mins, until tender. Drain well. Mash and cool. 2 In a bowl, using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth. Add pumpkin, cheese, corn, chives and sauce. Mix well. Season to taste. 3…

Tandoori Chicken Pizza | Prep 15 mins + Marinating | Cook 10 mins | Serves 4 | 1 barbecued chicken, flesh sliced thickly 1/3 cup tandoori paste 4 store-bought naan bread 1/3 cup tomato paste 250 g punnet cherry tomatoes, quartered 2 green onions, finely sliced 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese Natural yoghurt, coriander, mango chutney, lime cheeks, to serve 1 Preheat oven to 200 C. Line two oven trays with baking paper. 2 In a large bowl, combine chicken and tandoori paste, tossing well to coat. Set aside 20 mins. 3 Place naan on trays. Spread tomato paste over each. Divide chicken mixture between each. 4 Top each pizza evenly with tomatoes and onions. Sprinkle with cheese. 5 Bake 8 to 10 mins until naan is cooked through and…

The very latest in innovation from Bosch is the MaxoMixx Hand Blender. Extremely versatile, the MaxoMixx is jam-packed with accessories and functions such as slicing, grating, chopping and ice crushing – just to name a few! Bosch MaxoMixx is powerful, thanks to its 800 watts of power, 12 speed settings, plus a turbo button.The ergonomic design ensures that it fits perfectly in your hand. What makes the MaxoMixx better than standard hand blenders is that the design incorporates the QuattroBlade Pro with four blades.The MaxoMixx also has a new and improved “bell-shaped” foot design that prevents suction at the bottom of your beaker. Instead, the bell shape creates a whirl effect that pulls food towards the blades for even and uniform pureeing and blending results! The speed settings are easy…

ASIAN CONNECTION We’ve got recipes galore that are catered to Asian tastes, including this delicious Tang Yuan Soup. And knowing that you’re usually time-challenged, we make speed a criteria too. You’ll find many recipes that need less than 30 minutes to whip up – and they’re super-yummy too! SEE IT, COOK IT Love heritage food but always think it’s too difficult to do? Our how-to videos will prove to you just how easy it is to cook up Asian favourites, such as this vibrant Pulut Tai Tai. KNOW YOUR INGREDIENTS Need to understand a baking term? Not sure which oil or spice to use? Need a conversion table for measurements? You’ll find all these at the click of your mouse.…