Tatler Malaysia Magazine - May 2024

In this issue

In May 2024 issue, Tatler speaks to Raja Khalid Raja Mohamed Iskandar Shah—better known as Raja Malek—on his creative odyssey from talented hairdresser to savant set designer, celebrated around Malaysia for his work on productions such as Puteri Gunung Ledang, Ola Bola the Musical, Seven Voices, and Fault Lines, as he shares some of the secrets to his ingenuity.

Mother Chuck

Entrepreneur, influencer and mum-to-be Jane Lau tells us what's important to her as she embraces motherhood this year

3 mins

WOMEN FOR A BETTER WORLD

Meet the inspiring nominees and winners of the Front & Female Awards Malaysia 2024

7 mins

Stories That Transcend Borders

Mohd Nizam Abdul Razak, CEO of Malaysian animation studio Monsta, opens up about being a kid at heart and finding creative inspiration in everyday objects

2 mins

Neoh-Age Lessons

Joel Neoh's journey and key learnings in the startup ecosystem

2 mins

Why Failure Should Be an Option

Chef Darren Teoh, chef-patron of the renowned Malaysian restaurant Dewakan, offers a deeply personal look inside his creative mind to give wisdom and advice to others treading the same path

4 mins

Make Over

Here are some remakes of fan-favourite models

1 min

One Man's Trash, Another Woman's Art

Nor Tijan's art is a vision of sustainability

3 mins

Digital Sanctuary

Digital artist Chong Yan Chuah explores concepts such as techno-paganism to imagine worlds that are embedded in alternative cosmologies

3 mins

Hello, Dolly!

Wesley Hilton is the founder of Borneo Doll, proudly showcasing Malaysian indigenous tribes through miniature recreations of ancient traditional costumes

4 mins

BIRD BY BIRD

A celebrated savant of set design, Raja Malek's unique vision has transformed journey Malaysian theatre. His is a testament to the power of individuality and imagination

8 mins

Designer of Futures

Datuk Jimmy Choo trains the younger generation at the JCA, London Fashion Academy

4 mins

Defying Gravity

Kim Jones puts a spin on the Dior Oblique motif with Dior Gravity leather, redefining iconic bags, shoes and other menswear must-haves

2 mins

Threading Wonders

Delve into the sculptural creations of the avant-garde Indian designer known for reviving bridal couture in his hometown

3 mins

Daring Designs

From architectural marvels to playfully expressive wonders, Louis Vuitton continues to push the boundaries of High Watchmaking

2 mins

Designs That Reward Observation

Ming Thein, creative director and co-founder of Ming, an independent Kuala Lumpur-based timepiece brand, talks design and inspiration

6 mins

Spreading Joy

Through fashion, newly minted Rolex Awards for Enterprise Laureate Denica Riadini-Flesch simultaneously empowers rural women and tackles environmental issues in Indonesia

5 mins

The 9-karat Charm

Nine-karat jewellery is officially in - here's why you should hop on the bandwagon, according to 'Kin

3 mins

HE AIN'T HEAVY, HE'S MY BROTHER

We speak to a couple of business partners who grew up together

6 mins

SUPER NOVA

Renowned interior designer Kelly Wearstler reflects on how curiosity shapes her signature style and innovation drives her work

4 mins

HEROES ON A MISSION

Cape, an NGO that champions Asian American and Pacific Islander artists and leaders, has been shaking up Hollywood's storytelling for three decades. But the team feels there's still work to be done on making representation more nuanced and global

6 mins

BITE SIZE

Food miniaturist Eric Siow evokes nostalgic memories through his teeny-tiny sculptures

1 min

THE MAVERICK MINDSET

Takashi Murakami appears in an exclusive Tatler shoot as his new exhibition opens in Japan, and speaks to us about his prolific and wide-ranging career

8 mins

WHAT DOES MENTAL HEALTH MEAN TO ME?

As conversations around mental health continues to prevail, we ask three individuals in their twenties, thirties, and forties for their personal perspectives on this important issue

10+ mins

SOULFUL DESIGN

According to architect Nur Safuraa Abd Razak, good design is made to leave a lasting impact

3 mins

DIFFERENT BY DESIGN

Design Hotels managing director Stijn Oyen on why its portfolio of properties is truly one of a kind - and what, ultimately, makes a great hotel

3 mins

UP IN THE AIR

Flying Singapore Airlines soon? Here's what you can expect for your in-flight dining

1 min

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Tatler Malaysia Magazine Description:

Tatler is the region’s leading luxury and lifestyle media brand, presenting the very best of power, influence and style. Since 1977, Tatler has connected Asia’s most influential communities with the goal of promoting and developing Asian identity and culture. Tatler focuses on power and influence with greater meaning and purpose, shining the light on a larger cross-section of the people, communities and industries impacting Asia.