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The Queen of Coats

Max Mara’s fashion director, Laura Lusuardi, tells SARA WEE how to pick the perfect travel coat.

More Than Skin Deep

The DermaShine Skin Booster treatment at Astique The Aesthetic Clinic delivers the ingredients for a supple, youthful-looking complexion deep into the skin.

Tech's Not Just for the Boys

She wants to attract more women to the industry and she's not sitting around waiting for it to happen, she tells Kimberly Spykerman

The Pocket Bar

Junior, the latest watering hole here – and maybe the smallest – off ers new experimental drinking concepts every six months.

The Tambour Horizon

Louis Vuitton’s First smartwatch aims to be your personal travel concierge.

Do You See What I See?

We don’t pat ourselves on the back often enough for all our little triumphs in life. PANDORA reminds us to do just that – do see the wonderful things we accomplish each day, and celebrate them.

Steph Er 2.0

Almost three years ago, she became a mum. Five months ago, she closed her popular Insta. A month ago, she opened her third business venture, a juice bar in the CBD. The 32-year-old, one of Singapore’s earlier influencers, says her days of dressing up only for photos are officially over.

Free Rein

The first new fragrance from Chanel in 15 years is a shout-out to strong-willed women everywhere, and a tribute to the house’s eponymous founder, who remains a poster girl of feminine empowerment. Goh Yee Huay discovers more in Paris.

Are You BFFs With Your Vagina?

Why are women still so embarassed by their privates? Tracy Lee says it’s a shame we’re so ashamed.

Have You Seen Yourself Down There?

Women tell us what they think it looks like.

Make It A Colourful Christmas

Want to try a new hair shade for the festive season? Jean Yip Hairdressing offers a range of colouring services and treatments to help you achieve your best look.

Live Well Without Lifting A Finger

Because why do it yourself when a few clicks on your screen gets somebody else to do it for you? Davelle Lee gives you the details.

How To Rock At Starting Your Own Band

Micappella is arguably Singapore’s biggest vocal band. It recently clinched top prize at a competition in Moscow, got 1.5 million views on a video, and even gets flown around the world to perform – a big leap from the days when they had practically nothing. The band shares what it takes to become that good at what you do.

Cica: The Trending Healing Ingredient

Tigers roll all over it. Elephants eat it. TCM and Ayurveda use it. Nature’s most adept healer is now at a cosmetics counter near you.

What 100 Per Cent Virgin Coconut Oil Is – And What It Can Do For You

According to college mates Sera Kuek and Adeline Quek, wet-milling results in the purest form of the oil for skin hair and health. That’s why they started their own brand, the made-in-Bali Koqo.

The New Green Girls

Three women who make supercool stuff and offer you smart services – all in the name of saving the earth.

Live Like A Royal In Rajasthan

Experience grandeur and warm Rajasthani hospitality in the beautifully restored 475-year-old Samode Palace.

How Nature Can Make You Less Stressed Out

From forest bathing to nature-based corporate training, is ecotherapy the next big thing? A small but growing number of people here believe that immersing yourself in nature can boost your mood, reduce anxiety, and make you happier. Now, who wouldn’t want that?

The Six Senses Duxton

Its first city hotel at 83 Duxton Road brings history and conservation together for a new kind of sustainability.

Be The Best Redhead

Among these three hair colours – blonde, brown and red – the last is the trickiest to get right regardless of how good your colourist is. Schwarzkopf Professional’s solution: a mixer that controls the tone better.

Size 20 And Proud Of It

Proud enough to take part in an international beauty pageant. Winning the crown helped her find her voice to be an advocate for body inclusivity.

Good Buys On Five

Enjoy amazing discounts and deals from these beauty, wellness and lifestyle brands, all conveniently located on Level 5, Ngee Ann City.

Get Healthy, Radiant Skin All Day Long

Max Factor’s Healthy Skin Harmony Miracle Foundation promises all-day freshness and hydration, so you look radiant from morning to night.

The Plastic Surgeon With The Space Serum

Reconstructive surgery, astronauts and Middle Eastern royalty. This is the story of how they all came together for Dr Yannis Alexandrides’ 111Skin.

The Equaliser

The lotus plant is a cultural icon and religious symbol in some Asian countries. For some people, it’s also a natural medicine and health food. For Fresh, it’s a stressed-skin saver.

Taut And Trim

A new non-surgical treatment from BTL Aesthetics uses a device that combines radio frequency and micro-vibration energy to tighten loose skin and get rid of fat – without the need for numbing cream.

Prep And Glow

Give your regular skincare routine a boost with KANEBO’s The First Serum, which moisturises the skin and enables other products to raise their game.

Cover Up

Nars Soft Matte Complete Concealer offers high coverage in a natural finish, and in a wide number of shades for all skin tones.

In The Comfort Zone

It moisturises sans sticky film, and lathers well but doesn’t dry skin. Meet Bioderma Atoderm Huile de Douche, the shower oil that hits the perfect balance.

Public Proposals – Yay Or Nay?

Forty-four out of 50 women we asked* say they don’t want a public proposal – it seems attention-seeking, or like a sneaky way for men to pressure girlfriends to say “yes”. Yet, these grand romantic gestures exist. Why?