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ARTISTS TO WATCH 2024

Each year, we identify the Asian artists on the rise, shining a light on the exciting and provocative works enriching the region's artistic and cultural landscape. Here are 24 talents to put on your radar, from Hong Kong, China, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan.

STATE OF THE ART

With Art Basel Hong Kong, Frieze Seoul, and ART SG in full swing once more, the region is back on the world stage. But how is it rebounding? PRESTIGE quizzed the industry's top experts.

ART THERAPY

Discover how artistic pursuits can become a powerful therapeutic tool used to peel back the layers of the psyche.

NATURAL SELECTION

The new Feadship Concept Design superyacht by the prestigious Dutch shipyard aptly named 'Dunes' - takes its design cue from nature and, in doing so, embraces sustainability with its significantly reduced energy needs.

THE ART OF HOSPITALITY

Ever loved a gallery so much you wanted to sleep there? Fortunately, there are plenty of luxury hotels with exquisite collections of masterpieces where you can do just that.

MENCARI TAMING SARI: THE STORY OF A MALAY INTELLECTUAL

PRESTIGE has an intimate look at life's work of Ahmad Shukri-one of Malaysia's foremost (and elusive) contemporary artists.

THE SHINE FROM MIAMI

LVMH Watch Week kicks off the year's calendar of watch events in sunny Florida. Here, PRESTIGE's watch expert talks about her top picks from the show.

THIS IS HER ICE SONG

PRESTIGE meets ZARIA FORMAN in Niseko to find out why the artist-activist-explorer from Vacheron Constantin's 'One of Not Many' collective pursues glaciers and icebergs.

SETTING THE TIME FOR CHANGE

The biannual Rolex Awards for Enterprise announces its five Laureates from the 2023 season who are doing their part to leave the planet a better place than it was.

THE ART OF THE DIAL

More than mechanical, there's another kind of savoir-faire that turns a magnificent timepiece into a wearable work of art.

SMALL STEPS, GIANT LEAPS

As we look towards the future of space exploration, the Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon Apollo 8 timepiece reminds us of the feats humanity can achieve and pays homage to where we came from.

FROM SOLE TO SILHOUETTE

In an exclusive tête-à-tête with Malaysia's maestro of high heels himself, Jimmy Choo, PRESTIGE learns about his move to bridal wear and what drives him.

TRENDSETTERS IN TUNE

From Kanye West’s avant garde fusion with Balmain to Pharrell Williams’ iconic collaborations with Louis Vuitton, these luxury and music partnerships redefine pop culture and fashion.

BEYOND BORDERS

Marrying innovation with design, Tumi unveils its pioneering Asia-Pacific flagship in Tokyo's Omotesando, with an interior inspired by the 19 Degree collection.

LIFE EN POINTE

Magnetic, seamless, fluid - these are just some of the words to describe the power of modern contemporary dancer Kenny Shim's movements. Beyond the blinding lights and smoke effects, we get to know how he landed on the big stage, and most importantly, the state of the arts.

IN THE KITCHEN WITH...CHEF MEG LEE

Uncover the art of perfectly cooked meat at Maillard Grill, where authenticity, precision, and local ingredients define their culinary approach.

HARDCOURT GLORY FOR ROLEX

Rolex Testimonees conquer the hard courts once more as Jannik Sinner comes out tops at the recent Australian Open in Melbourne.

THE SECRET GARDEN

The newest boutique from Van Cleef & Arpels, Les Jardins Secrets by Van Cleef & Arpels, opens its doors in Singapore's Raffles Hotel with a hidden twist for the explorative soul.

A MESSAGE FROM THE SOUTHEAST

A special one-off collaboration between Lladró and photographer Peter Ong to raise funds for charity opens a whole lot of discourse.

LIQUID LUXURY

Satisfy your thirst for the extraordinary with new menus, openings, and experiences to wrap up the first quarter of 2024.

SEASONAL SENSATIONS

Indulge in winter fare and Ramadhan feasting this March with a host of new menus to discover and tuck into.

REVITALISE YOUR PEACE

As the lustre of the new year wears off and it's all systems go, these ethereal getaways will rejuvenate the spirit and bring forth the best version of you throughout the year.

FROM PIXELS TO PEACE

In the digital age, where screens dominate our daily lives, the concept of a 'digital detox' has gained significant traction. However, it doesn't necessarily mean bidding farewell to technology altogether.

EVOLUTIONARY ROAD

BMW has nailed its EV colours to the mast with the new fully electric i5 executive saloon. To find out whether it's a worthy successor to the seven preceding 5 series generations, PRESTIGE takes it for a drive.

EAT WELL

The line between farm and kitchen is blurring as more top chefs grow their own produce to improve the health of diners, the community, and the planet.

THE ART OF LIVING WELL

Transform your living space into a sanctuary of wellbeing, where every element is thoughtfully curated to foster balance and tranquility. In other words, build a space that you can love and that loves you back.

WARRIOR WOMEN

Here’s to all the times we wear jewellery to protect, bring positivity, and make ourselves brave.

A GRAND TIME

Hopping across the pond to Hong Kong gives PRESTIGE a first-hand look at two of Omega's newest boutiques.

IN GOOD TIME

Hautlence Brand Manager Samuel Hoffmann talks about the independent watchmaker’s recent resurgence.

BEYOND ORNAMENTATION

Explore the convergence of timekeeping and wellbeing in the world of watches, seamlessly blending utility with undeniable elegance.