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Pure Craft

With the launch of its new RL 888 handbag and its fall-winter 2023 collection, Ralph Lauren reaffirms its status as a master craftsman

HERO for HUMANITY

A moment in the rain sparked a movement for migrant workers’ welfare. Dipa Swaminathan, the founder of Singapore charity ItsRainingRaincoats, rewrites the narrative for the city’s invisible labour force with her blend of compassion and dynamic action

Into the Light

Seven years in the making, the debut feature of film-maker Nicole Midori Woodford makes waves on the global film festival circuit before its local premiere at the Singapore International Film Festival 2023 this month

A Night at the Gallery

Kim Camacho and Chong Siak Ching, co-chairs of the National Gallery Singapore's Gallery Benefit 2023, share what you can look forward to at the biennial fundraising gala-and its inaugural after-party

Heart for Art

Many know architect Koh Seow Chuan as an art collector, but he also plays a pivotal role in furthering Singapore art as a cultural leader in philanthropy

Two Peas in a Pod

Putting on the strokes to joyful murals and works of art, artist collective Ripple Root shares how, after nearly 10 years of working together, its vision remains the same, if not stronger

Grace Ann Chua

The accidental entrepreneur who is fostering a more cohesive society through meaningful gatherings shares her motivations and how she got started

Over the Counter

Counter dining is not exclusive to Japanese gastronomy. We round up some fabulous non-Japanese restaurants to get close to the action— whether you are looking to be impressed by culinary showmanship or just want to dine alone

HAUTE SPOTS

Geoff Ang, one of Singapore’s top fashion and commercial photographers, surprised his friends, fans and clients when he moved to Bali during the Covid‑19 pandemic. The celebrated lensman shares his favourite activities on the Island of the Gods

WHAT THE FIZZ?

One of Singapore's most celebrated sommeliers, and now proprietor of champagne-focused bar Convivial, shares his passion for bubbly and selects four champagnes to sample

GOING PLACES

Restaurateur Simon Kim of the Michelin-starred Cote offers insights into opening his Korean steakhouse in Singapore as well as his expansion plans in the near future

REACH FOR THE STARS

Jimmy Lim, whose father ran a zi char restaurant, helms the first-ever Singaporean restaurant to be recognised with the Michelin Guide's highest honour

ALL FOR ONE

Go-big-or-go-home holidaying reaches its peak with these buy-out-only properties

BEYOND THE BEACHES

Turquoise hues, white sand, over‑the‑water private villas, and romantic sunsets— the Maldives remains the ultimate tropical paradise destination

GAINS, NOT SHAME

From being fat-shamed by personal trainers to receiving unsolicited advice from strangers, Asian models, activists and influencers share what they have to endure on their journeys to become stronger and healthier

STORIES TELL

Meet the budding Singaporean authors taking the young adult genre - and the world by storm

FLIR THE SCRIPT

The tides are shifting in Hollywood—and at the centre of this wave of change is Adele Lim. The Malaysian producer, director and screenwriter opens up about her focus on inclusive storytelling and what lies ahead for Asian representation in Hollywood

TRIPLE THREAT

Hollywood funny man Randall Park steps behind the camera for his directorial debut with indie film Shortcomings. Now one of the industry’s most versatile players, he traverses genres and mediums in his work while taking an authentic approach to his roles and storytelling

By the Glass

Coravin founder and inventor Greg Lambrecht introduces its latest industry-changing device in wine preservation

INTO THE LIGHT

At Dom Pérignon’s Révélations 2023 in Kyoto this June, chef de cave Vincent Chaperon offers a peek into the champagne-making cycle with a preview of the Assemblage 2022 and a first taste of the soon-to-launch Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2009

A TASTE OF HOME

Between food historian Khir Johari's Best of the Best Book triumph for his epic tome on the evolution of Malay cuisine in Singapore and the exciting new Malay fine-dining restaurants taking the city's culinary scene by storm, are we finally seeing a Malay cuisine renaissance?

ROOTING FOR CHANGE

The future has reserved a space for Asia's remarkable culinary heritage, where innovation does not renounce its past but, rather, roots for it

ROOM FOR EVERYONE

These hotels offer programmes and facilities that make the world and its wonders accessible to all guests

FUTURE-PROOFED SOLUTIONS

From allowances for women who want to freeze their eggs to accommodating measures for new mothers, CEO Jane Sun’s policies at Trip.com are progressive and pioneering and reflect her mission to not only run a company that cares but that puts gender equity at its core

RAISING A DYSLEXIC DREAMER

Notes from a discerning mum on helping her son turn his learning challenge into a superpower

RAISING Hope

Mint Lim is on a mission to educate children around the world, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds. But for the founder of School of Concepts, and now Cartier Women's Initiative fellow, her path to becoming a social entrepreneur was an unlikely one that began with learning the alphabet

Family Jewels

Vihari Poddar founded her eponymous jewellery brand in 2006, but her family's history in gems goes back at least four generations. The founder of Vihari Jewels discusses the struggles of those who came before her and how she is honouring them while paving her own way

The Keeper of Icons

Pierre Rainero, the image, style and heritage director at Cartier for the past two decades, discusses the design style of the maison, pulling inspiration from its archives, and the philosophy that guides him in his role

World of Wander

Inspired by the journey of a lifetime, Van Cleef & Arpels's new Le Grand Tour high jewellery collection is an invitation to explore and escape through its innovative and exquisite masterpieces

Special Mission

Panerai CEO Jean-Marc Pontroué reflects on the most impactful initiatives he has introduced since stepping into the role five years ago, from exclusive owner experiences to sustainability programmes