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Slim Down & Shape Up!
With the festive season well behind us and summer holidays on the distant horizon, now’s the time to schedule one or more effective body-sculpting treatment sessions.
Making Time For Well Checks
For different ages and life stages, here are some reasons for scheduling routine visits with your GP in 2023.
Breast Cancer Updates
Between 2015 and 2019, some 78,824 cancers were diagnosed in Singapore.
Kyrgyzstan, Land Of Celestial Mountains
For CHRISTINE AMOUR-LEVAR, a trek in one of Central Asia's most breathtaking countries proves to be a deeply moving journey, as a team of women pushes the limits on high alpine trails to support survivors of war in Ukraine, Afghanistan and Syria.
Movement For Mind, Body Soul
Searching for a low-impact workout that will still make you sweat? Here's a look at two full-body workouts that will work your core and so much more - and where you can try them here in Singapore. Plus, instructors from some of our favourite studios share why they love yoga and Pilates, and the advantages each discipline offers.
10 Hangout Spots For Teenagers
Not only is our city an incredibly safe one to be out and about in at practically any hour, there are some great enclaves and laid-back locations for teenagers to hang out at. We roped in a couple of expat teenagers to share some of their favourite spots.
Waste Not Want Not
Philanthropist PATRICIA RODRIGUES JONES is a longterm expat living a full and active life in Singapore. The Brazilian subscribes to a waste-not-want-not ethos, and is living well, the conscious way. In a rare spare moment, she showed us around her grand home in Kilburn Estate!
8 Best Salon Facials In Singapore
We're always on the hunt for facial treatments that promise brighter, clearer, younger skin. As facials target different skin types and issues, and our skin's needs change through the years from treating acne to extraction, pigmentation and anti-ageing - here are our tried-and-tested reviews of some of Singapore's best salon facials.
5 Pointers To Keep In Mind For Your Sakura-Viewing Experience!
One of the best parts of the sakura season is enjoying "hanami", or flower viewing. While hanami can be as simple as just a stroll in the park, in Japan it traditionally also involves a picnic party under the blossoming trees; that's why you'll find hanami parties being held in public and private gardens and parks across the country! Looking to join the fun? Here are five pointers to keep in mind for your sakura-viewing experience!
How Not To DATE
In the lead-up to Valentine's Day, EL's YIMIN HUANG has been researching the phenomenon of dating, and questioning what might be the best approach to this allimportant stage of a relationship.
Easy Recipes To Try Out Over The Upcoming Festive Weekends!
Need an excuse for good food with great company? Indulge in ribs and beers with friends and family on Saint Patrick's Day (17 March), or enjoy a sweet treat with the kids after a day of Easter egg hunting and other activities on Easter Sunday (9 April). Here are some recipes to try out over the upcoming festive weekends!
Moving House? 5 Tips For Getting Technology Set Up
Moving house (or country) can be stressful and disruptive. But if you can get your technology in order without any headaches, you’ll quickly feel settled and connected. Here, SARAH and BO from Tekkie Help share five things to prioritise when setting up a new home.
RENTING A DESIGNER WARDROBE Our Review!
Ever walked past a designer shop window and dreamt of filling your closet with new things, only to be wary of your wallet? Here, we review Style Theory, which may just be the ideal sustainable solution. Plus, find out how you can try a free one-month subscription of designer clothing delivered to your doorstep!
Tranquit Thailand
EL'S KARIN GALLEY heads to pretty Phang Nga province for a resort stay that ticks every box... and then some!
Better Together
Three members of the all-female collective A Raft of Otters (AROO) in Tanglin Mall answer a few questions ahead of International Women's Day on 8 March and in true \"women supporting women\" style, they've teamed up with brand photographer Rebecca Downie.
LANDED HOME Transformation
An Australian expat family were lucky to find this fabulous landed property in Barker Road. They then enlisted the help of Arete Culture to make the most of the home's old-world charm - and the result is spectacular!
Giveaway Time
Here’s your chance to win a mattress, pillows, duvet sheet set and fitted sheet set from Heveya, worth over $6,000!
The Prettiest Villa In Sri Lanka
Just back from the beach on Sri Lanka's south coast, and newly opened to guests from Christmas 2022, is Braganza House. This picturesque villa was designed and built by CHLOE ELKERTON of design firm E&A Interiors in Singapore. Here, she explains how the project developed, from conception to construction, to the relaxing retreat for families and friends it is today.
5 Fitness Tips To Get You Back On Track
A month into your weight loss journey but already slipping? Committed to getting in shape but can't get started? Don't beat yourself up - there's still time to get back on track to crush those 2023 fitness goals. These tips from Ultimate Performance Singapore (U.P.) will help you get motivated and moving!
New Year, New Store!
When I attended the recent relaunch of White Ginger in Tanglin Mall, I loved the fabulous renovated space, the new collection of easybreezy resort wear and the fresh collaboration with Bowerbird Ceramics. Needless to say, I didn’t go home empty-handed! Creative Director EMMA FEMMINILE shares what’s new in-store.
Gifts of Love
Still seeking the ideal Valentine's Day gift? We've got your back! These jewellery pieces aren't only easy on the eye; they're brimming with diversity, personality and meaning. Pick something that resonates with your special someone - or, for the single ladies, shower yourself with the love you deserve!
Water Works
Here's how this expat stays active and inspired and the water workout. she credits for it.
Date Ideas for Valentine's Day
Scratching your head about the ideal date destination for Valentine's? Here are some of the EL team's personal picks for bars, along with restaurant recommendations and a few ideas for romantic picnic spots.
Recipe CORNER
Enjoy a romantic dinner at home this Valentine's Day!
A GARDEN PARTY..in School!
Join this month's Enchanted Garden Party at the Lakeside Campus of Canadian International School (CIS) and discover the school's brand new Kindergarten Wing and Outdoor Discovery Centre.
Calling All Romantics!
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, A Raft of Otters has everything you need for the ultimate lovefilled day with your significant other or \"galentine\"!
The Art of Unlearning
I like learning. Therefore, as soon as I got to Singapore, having three years off of work ahead, I signed up to some classes.
Keeping A breast of Changes
In the world of aesthetic plastic surgery, breast augmentation or enlargement continues to top the pops – followed closely by breast implant removal and then breast lift. We find out more about all of them from the three surgeons at AZATACA – Dr Terence Goh, Dr Christopher Chui and Dr Zulfikar Rasheed.
Flutter & Frame
Lashes and brows are having a major moment on centre stage – and they aren’t about to exit left anytime soon. I think the reason lush lashes and full eyebrows are so attractive is that they signal health. Only a vibrant, well-nutrified body will go to the trouble of maintaining a full, thick head of hair – let alone brows and lashes to frame, protect and beautify the eyes.
Farm Door in 36 Hours
Online grocers and grocery delivery options allow you to avoid lugging full bags of groceries from supermarket to home. And farmers' markets, while scarce in Singapore, give you the opportunity to hand-pick wonderful farm-fresh goods. Here, we find out more about a brand that combines both aspects of food shopping.