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WITHER WINTER?

Should you plan a winter city break to Italy in spite of the cold and short daylight hours? Family physician and society personality Iroshini Chua recommends taking advantage of the low tourist traffic to enjoy the best of the popular cities of Venice and Florence.

STAY, LINGER, SAVOUR

While Vietnam’s Pearl Island has much to offer, one would be hard-pressed to step out of Regent Phu Quoc after checking in, says Mavis Teo.

SALUTE THE SUN

Whether you’re basking in the Tuscan sun or lounging on a Maldivian beach, there is no excuse for passing on the sunscreen for fear of that dreaded white film or residual stickiness. Fortunately, a new generation of sun protection products promise potent skin-loving benefits, sans the cringe factor.

CENTRE OF ATTRACTION

Franck Muller’s record-setting Grand Central Tourbillon is now offered in an extremely wearable smaller case size.

TO THE LAST HUNDREDTHS

Richard Mille and Ferrari now hold the record for the world’s thinnest watch. Crystal Lee reports from the global launch in Maranello, Italy.

WONDERS NEVER CEASE

Outdoing itself in innovation and creativity was never the question for Bulgari, as Yanni Tan finds out during the Paris launch of the house’s new garden-themed high jewellery collection.

WONDER WEB

Gennady Oreshkin rappels out of reach on the “Inspinite” wonder of spider silk.

SHINE FOR THEM

Like many of us, JIMMIE TAY and KELLY KEAK have witnessed lives consumed by the cancer scourge. And that’s why they have joined hands to plan Singapore CancerSociety’s Charity Gala Dinner to raise funds in a bid to ensure that no one should fight the disease alone. Yanni Tan finds out more.

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.