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A Cut Above the Rest

What makes a cult favourite? TAN MIN YAN discovers the appeal of Japanese artisanal label 45R in Tokyo.

The 3 Ds of Warehouse Reinvented

Distinct Brit POV, design, details.

the anti- pollution mask

from sweden: one for city living that looks as good as it works.

life after rape

a birthday bash turned nightmarish for one woman when she was sexually assaulted by a family friend. she tells hoe i yune about her journey to recovery.

Beauty That Gives You More Than Just A Pretty Face

Luxury beauty brand Chantecaille has a mission: to turn the everyday beauty consumer into an environmental crusader – and it makes things as easy for the consumer as putting on lipstick.

The Benefits Of Second Day Hair

Even if you’re adamant about washing your hair daily, some occasions or hairstyles call for “dirty” hair. In some cases, it is even beneficial to your scalp.

Spark Your Skin's Glow

Breathe new life into a dull and tired-looking complexion with this pampering skin treatment.

Protect Skin From Pollution While You Cleanse

Talk about skincare with multiple functions. These cleansers from Bioderma not only remove makeup effectively and leave skin soft and balanced, they can get rid of nasty pollutants that accumulate on your skin throughout the day too.

The Natural Skincare Brand That Won't Break The Bank

Meet May Yip, former magazine editor and co-founder of the home-grown natural skincare line, The Skin Firm.

Fashion As Mask

In Bangkok’s stunning Nai Lert Park Heritage Home, Ng Yi Lian gets up close with Gucci’s provocative Fall/Winter 2019 collection.

Journey Around The Globe Through Chantecaille's Fragrances

These scents are inspired by the founder’s fondest travel memories – and she wants to share them with you.

The Comeback Of Faure Le Page

From making firearms for monarchs to being the latest purveyor of luxury leather goods, the three-century-old French heritage brand has undergone one heck of a rebirth.

The Real Cost Of City Living

Singapore is arguably the world’s most expensive city* to live in. (In good years, we’re No. 2.) But is living in another city that much more affordable? Yes and no, depending on what you use for comparison. (Nothing beats a $4 bowl of laksa, and maybe you’ve considered things like jobs and the weather, but not the cost of public transport, movie tickets and apartments.) Clara How speaks with residents and expats in cities in Asia and Europe to get a reality check about money matters+. So you decide: What’s the real cost of making that move?

The Meat That Isn't Meat

Impossible Foods is the greatest thing to happen to beef since farmers started persuading cows to head into abattoirs.

The Niche Collective

With a fresh dose of ideas, independent grocers are offering alternatives such as zero-waste cereals, vegan-friendly wines, hormone-free meat and other mindful goods.

How To Own Your Story!

Whether theyre fierce, coy, silly, sarcastic or raunchy on stage, women stand-up comedians confront their past, and use their experiences to own their life and narrative. Here are some of the best (and funniest) ones you could be learning from.

Karen & Kelvin

Karen Theng, secondgeneration owner of Grand & Straits Optical, and Kelvin Chua, entrepreneur, married in two events with a beautifully rustic feel, in the presence of 250 guests.

Love Always

Beauty and fashion digital content creator Yeoh Mong Chin (@mongabong), 25, shares with us her wedding plans, and tips on maintaining a great relationship with her fiance, investment banker Matthias Lim, 27.

Up To The Mark

The French word marquage describes the art of literally making a mark. Three marquage artists here who specialise in painting on luxury goods tell us how they fell into this growing art, the styles they do best, and how they can help you make your leather goods truly your own.

The Most-In-One Hairstyling Tool

Coming two years after Dyson’s Supersonic hairdryer, Airwrap is the British brand’s second act to redefine another everyday task: making curling and general hairstyling as easy as possible – while being easy on the hair.

What You Should Know About Makeup As You Get Older

Take a leaf from the stylebooks of these celebs who continue to wow over the years. We ask makeup artists Melissa Yeo and Larry Yeo what they’re doing right.

Don't Let Taboos And Ignorance Harm Your Sexual Health

Seeing a doctor when we’re sick is a knee-jerk reaction, but unfortunately we can’t say the same about seeing gynaecologists. Clara How wonders why sexual health is still taboo in 2019.

The Foundation Every Power Woman Needs

Emulating the success of its eponymous Armani Jacket, the Italian house adopts the same concept for its newest foundation: long-lasting appeal, flawless coverage and comfortable wear.

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Nature and architecture come together at Japan’s Shishi-Iwa House to reinforce human connection and creativity.

Two Sustainability Gurus On How They're Investing In The Future Right now

Transformation can come from the small decisions you make to lead a better life, and it can also transpire when gurus make grand plans to get everyone involved. Two visionaries – who approach sustainability from different perspectives – tell us their ideas.

Gorgeous Bouquets In Affordable Price

Who says gorgeous bouquets can’t be affordable? We got a few local florists to create these pretty arrangements for $100 or less.

Time To Shine

The most fabulous engagement and wedding rings from Singapore’s top jewellery houses – guaranteed to leave a woman speechless.

Captain Planet

STEPHANIE DICKSONISN’T WAITING FOR THE WORLD TO CHANGE – SHE’S DOING IT NOW, FOR THE WORLD. THE FOUNDER OF GREEN IS THE NEW BLACK, ASIA’S FIRST CONSCIOUSFESTIVAL AND PLATFORM, WANTS YOU TO KNOW THAT LIVING MORE SUSTAINABLY IS A JOURNEY.

The Modern Rose Scent

Rose perfumes used to come in one old-world style: powdery and sweet. The new ones, however, highlight the flower in subtle ways, bringing out the unexpected in the fragrance.

How Not To Get More Blackheads

As long as skin produces sebum, it’s not possible to have no blackheads. It is, however, possible to have fewer. Here’s how not to let the problem get under your skin.