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Along For The Ride
Life as the wife of a young tech millionaire wasnt and still isnt all smooth sailing, CHLOE TONG tells zara zhuang. But with family at the centre, she has high hopes for the legacy and values her children will inherit
Rise And Shine
Michael Halperns disco decadent pieces channel a new resonance in these dispiriting days. JACQUIE ANG finds out from the shy designer how he redefines emancipation, one sequin at a time
Out Of Bounds
Playfulness and elegance permeate Herms new Enchainements Libres high jewellery collection, discovers charmian leong
Through The Looking Glass
CAROLINA BUCCI’s work with Audemars Piguet continues with her namesake limited-edition Royal Oak, as Jamie Tan finds out
Man Of The Times
It started with a “mistake” when he sold Blancpain in 1992. But with a unique perspective and various protégés he’s groomed over the years, JEAN-CLAUDE BIVER went on to become one of the most revered names in the Swiss watch industry. He speaks to Melainne Chiew on the essence of reaching success and the legacy he’s leaving behind.
Ahead Of The Curve
Recognising individuality and celebrating diversity is taking Maison Michel forward. Its Artistic Director PRISCILLA ROYER chats with Jacquie Ang on travelling with hats, her different approaches to her role and upcoming offerings.
Guided By The Vineyard
The humble winemaker takes a back seat to nature with Pagodes de Cos , like all wines of THE VINEYARD Château Cos d’Estournel, its CEO RAPHAEL REYBIER.
Sake Bleu!
While French winemaking runs in his blood, OLIVIER SUBLETT attained self-actualisation when he successfully created a rice wine, Le Guishu, for the Chinese market.
That's The Spirit
Bruichladdich, Annabel Tan discovers, does more than just whisky; the distiller is also committed to the island it’s on and efforts towards a more sustainable future
Hitting That Sweet Spot
Jérôme Chouchan, the Frenchman who heads Godiva’s Asia-Pacific business, is guided by ancient Japanese wisdom as he aims for meaningful success. ZARA ZHUANG gets the story
Tjioe Time
The quiet demeanour of Jocelyn Tjioe belies a determined businesswoman, eco-friend and doting mum. She shares with LIONNEL LIM on how she hopes to steer the Tung Lok Group towards more sustainable practices
Buying Time
All eyes are on the record-breaking auction prices some watches can reach. MELAINNE CHIEW goes behind the scenes at auction to discover the action-packed appeal, irresistible headlining stars and latest trends
Artistic Metiers
At Cartier’s Maison des Métiers d’Art, tradition and innovation collide in the most enrapturing and scintillating manner, learns CANDICE CHAN
Dressed To Empower
Eight years after launching Beulah London, Natasha Rufus Isaacs proves it takes more than aristocratic lineage and friends in high places to build a successful fashion label, learns ROHAIZATUL AZHAR
Personal Best
Alessandro Michele enlists a new troop of collaborators to convey his “be who you want to be” ethos for Gucci’s Autumn/Winter 2018. Who are his new allies? JACQUIE ANG reports
Home Pride
Tomas Maier’s final collection for Bottega Veneta goes back to basic with the idea of a cube. JACQUIE ANG examines its significance
Colour Me Happy
Cartier’s new Coloratura high jewellery collection is an open invitation to a kaleidoscopic journey around the world, CANDICE CHANdiscovers in Paris
Steep By Steep
A growing acceptance of luxury Chinese tea and the proliferation of boutique shops and brands herald the arrival of third-wave tea culture, says KENNY LEONG
Dreaming Of China
Sonia Kolesnikov-Jessop takes a closer look at a new Cartier exhibition in Beijing, which reveals how Chinese culture has influenced the French jeweller
Who Is The Real Woman Behind The Scorpion Kick?
Much of Michelle Yeoh’s illustrious three-decade-long film career has been laid open for an adoring public. But who is the real woman behind the scorpion kick? Zaneta Cheng finds out
Trina Liang-lin Feels Duty-Bound To Make This World A Better Place
Banker-philanthropist Trina Liang-lin launches the inaugural World Food Future for Women conference this month to shine the spotlight on food nutrition issues. Grace Ma finds out more
Millennial On A Mission
A self-proclaimed pathological optimist, ANKITI BOSE, co-founder and CEO of a near-billion-dollar start-up, is set on changing the world. She tells Annabel Tan how she’s working hard to level the playing field, whether it’s for women in tech or small businesses trying to make it big
Fresh Cuts
Chanel’s new 1.5 Camélia high jewellery collection pays glittering homage to its founder’s favourite floral emblem
Telling Tales
At the heart of ERDEM MORALIOGLU’s collections is the art of storytelling. He shares with Jacquie Ang how his subversive Victorian collection for Spring/Summer 2019 celebrates diversity and empowers self-expression
Sugar Rush
Richard Mille explores its playful and creative side with a range of timepieces themed on treats from one’s childhood
The Next Phase
Creative Director DANIEL LEE makes relaxed formal wardrobe the new norm, writes Rubin Khoo
Matilda Chong - Go Your Own Way
Singaporean businesswoman and Javanese royal Matilda Chong’s motivation, Zara Zhuang discovers, comes from proving naysayers wrong
Bronze Shield
Urwerk’s latest creation promises to evolve with its owner as its bronze cover acquires a unique patina over time, learns Jamie Tan
Sea Change
Shamilee Vellu checks out Celebrity Edge’s revolutionary design, which offers travellers a tantalising look into the future of luxury cruising
Mix Master
Fashion fiend Lynn Ban discusses with LIONNEL LIM her vintage finds and how she got Rihanna to wear her jewellery