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THE SINGAPORE STORY

The LKY Musical returns to the stage following a successful first run seven years ago. Ahead of its premiere on Sep 7, ADRIAN PANG and KIT CHAN reflect on their roles as Singapore’s founding premier Lee Kuan Yew and his wife, Kwa Geok Choo.

MAESTRO OF IMAGES

Violinist WILLIAM TAN, who is also an acclaimed underwater photographer with an international fanbase, tells Mavis Teo more about the allure of wildlife photography and why protecting the welfare of his subjects is so important.

ALL OR NOTHING

It has been a big year for KIM LIM. The billionaire heiress and It Girl is evolving as an entrepreneur and tells Annabel Tan about her rapidly growing beauty empire and priorities in this new phase of her life.

Renew Your Skin

Sulwhasoo’s Timetreasure Honorstige is formulated using potent plant extracts designed to revitalise and firm the skin. Nafeesa Saini dives deep into the Korean brand’s most luxurious line.

Four Chiming Watches Currently Making Noise

Four covetable chiming watches to excite both horology enthusiasts and collectors.

Three Personalities-About-Town Highlighting Their Favourite Places To Eat, Drink And Play

Three personalities-about-town open their little black books to Crystal Lee, highlighting their favourite places to eat, drink and play in Singapore and beyond.

Shape Of Things To Come

In our third and final report on Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022, we highlight four manufactures who have pushed the boundaries of design, gem-cutting and technical know-how.

PRESTIGE WOMEN OF POWER 2022 - THE LIGHT AMONGST US

MEET 30 INSPIRING LUMINARIES WHO ARE DRIVING CHANGE FOR A BETTER SINGAPORE

ACCELERATIVE ASSETS

With the resumption of physical auctions and money in the pockets of potential buyers, classic car investment looks increasingly attractive, reports Jon Wall from Hong Kong.

WOMEN IN WINE

In the traditionally male-dominated wine industry, more women are making their mark. Annabel Tan speaks to five inspiring winemakers and winery owners from both the Old and New Worlds.

SPELLBINDING PHU QUOC

Hotel brand Regent brings its legendary hospitality to the up-and-coming island of Phu Quoc off the southwestern coast of Vietnam, within the vicinity of a Unesco-designated World Biosphere Reserve.

BASEL BONANZA

Adopting for the second time a distancing-friendly hybrid format, Hong Kong’s premier art fair dazzled once again.

DESTINATION REVIVAL

Beauty entrepreneur KIM LIM expands her empire to the east with a new space at the recently revamped I12 Katong. Crystal Lee highlights the buzz-worthy treatments.

SCENTED TREASURES

Henry Jacques unveils a new selection of perfume boxes to elegantly store your favourite scents like the precious gems that they are, writes Kiran Pillay.

HISTORY IN THE MAKING

The partnership between Vacheron Constantin and the Louvre has led to an extraordinary series of Métiers d’Art watches dedicated to great ancient civilisations. Allyson Klass was in Paris for the launch of four timepieces that are directly inspired by exceptional masterpieces on display at the museum.

FULL CIRCLE

Louis Vuitton honours its late creative director Virgil Abloh with a spin-off show of his eighth and final collection. Crystal Lee reports from Bangkok.

READY PLAYER ONE

In fashion’s arcade, games not only draw you into virtual worlds, but will also drive you into real-world stores. As gamification becomes part of fashion’s playbook, digital prizes can be just as precious, if not more, as physical rewards, observes Jacquie Ang.

WONDER WOMEN

The Cartier Women’s Initiative, currently in its 15th year, not only celebrates women who drive change and empowerment through their businesses, but also provides fellowship and a nurturing environment for growth.

7 Restaurants And Bars Offering Guilt-Free Dining And Drinking Experiences

More than just a buzzword, sustainability has become a common goal for both consumers and F&B businesses. Annabel Tan and Yanni Tan spotlight seven restaurants and bars in Singapore leading the charge in offering guilt-free dining and drinking experiences.

In Her Nature

Scion of conglomerate YTL Group and sustainability leader Ruth Yeoh knows all too well about the opportunities and challenges of transiting into renewable energy and championing environmental stewardship. She chats with Yanni Tan about her ever-expanding portfolio, and how the pandemic shook things up.

The Fifth-Generation Range Rover - Still Riding High

The fifth-generation Range Rover takes effortless performance, quiet comfort and modern luxury to a higher level. Tony Tan flies to Napa Valley in California for a test-drive.

Why The Automaker Is Helming Pole Position In The Global Green Motoring Revolution

While electrified BMW and MINI cars are now a dominant presence on our roads, the company's legacy in electromobility dates as far back as 1972. BMW Group Asia's managing director LARS NIELSEN tells Yanni Tan why the automaker is helming pole position in the global green motoring revolution.

Jaelle Ang - Set To Soar

Having co-founded a multi-million-dollar company that was recently acquired, one would expect Jaelle Ang, the CEO of The Great Room, to have known only victories. Yet, she surprises by sharing that her entrepreneurial journey has been full of rejections. Mavis Teo finds out more.

The Makings Of Future Classics

This second segment of our three-part report on Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022 puts the focus on updates of iconic models, a historical timepiece reissue, and rare artistic handcrafts.

No Place Like Home

Did you know that the property and construction industry consumes almost half of the world's raw materials? GuocoLand's Cheng Hsing Yao gives Yanni Tan an insight into the transformation he is spearheading on our very shores.

Sustainable, Lifelong Happiness

Holidays will increasingly be purpose-driven and less about pure relaxation, says Banyan Tree Group's Renyung Ho, who talks to Yanni Tan about her company's desire to help travellers achieve sustainable, lifelong happiness.

The True Meaning Of Wealth

The discussion of wealth management will ring hollow if it simply focuses on growing your finances. AIA Singapore offers a holistic perspective on how to achieve the real wins in your life.

UNRIVALLED BEAUTY

The Graffabulous high jewellery collection by Graff is a tour de force in design, craftsmanship and gem selection, discovers Allyson Klass.

Building A Legacy

As industry leaders and advocates, Harpreet Bedi And Nana Au-Chua are leaving behind beliefs, lessons and a better world not just for their own children, but also future generations.

Luxury Wellness Destinations To Help You Restore Balance And Vitality

These luxury wellness destinations tap into the wisdom and practices of millennia-old well-being philosophies to help you restore balance and vitality, discovers Crystal Lee.