Phantom Thread
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia|November 2020
Model, artist and all-round mistress of her own craft, Sheena Liam takes over our latest issue with her piercing physiognomy and nifty needlecraft that brought Times New Romance—a weaving of personal stories and intimate thoughts that mirror a woman’s rich and complex life tapestry—into existence.
NIKITA NAWAWI
Phantom Thread

How did you come up with Times New Romance?

It’s a play, obviously, on the font. I just thought it was cute. I tried to get the exact name for Instagram at first but for some reason the app wouldn’t let me. Here’s the thing, Instagram names have evolved to become such a definition of who you are. Like, often I know a person by their Instagram name. I don’t even know their real names anymore. It just snuck up on us and it’s so scary how it did; how Internet identities are becoming more of our identities than our own names.

Going back to simpler times when there was no Internet, what was the first thing your mother taught you about embroidery?

Bu hikaye L'OFFICIEL Malaysia dergisinin November 2020 sayısından alınmıştır.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

Bu hikaye L'OFFICIEL Malaysia dergisinin November 2020 sayısından alınmıştır.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

L'OFFICIEL MALAYSIA DERGISINDEN DAHA FAZLA HIKAYETümünü görüntüle
On the GLOW
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

On the GLOW

Dolce & Gabbana's Italian rose-infused Rose Glow Cushion is a hydrating and protective perfector.

time-read
1 min  |
November 2024
RAINBOW of hues
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

RAINBOW of hues

Presenting their latest timepiece, the Franco-Swiss brand Bell Ross pays homage to their aviation roots with a mesmerising iridescent face.

time-read
1 min  |
November 2024
Ready for ROMANCE
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

Ready for ROMANCE

Can't get enough of the coquette trend? Prada has just taken our affinity for bows to the next level.

time-read
1 min  |
November 2024
GREAT Beauty
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

GREAT Beauty

Modern-day luxury and old-world elegance merge effortlessly at the Regent Phu Quoc.

time-read
3 dak  |
November 2024
Creative SYNERGY
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

Creative SYNERGY

For our #MY10LOFF 10th anniversary party, we collaborated with multimedia artist Sharina Shahrin, who created two exclusive artworks entirely on the HUAWEI MatePad Pro. Below, Sharina shares insights into the inspiration and process behind these unique pieces.

time-read
2 dak  |
November 2024
The story GOES ON
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

The story GOES ON

Gain more insight into the world of Tales & Tellers the special project conceived by Goshka Macuga and convened by Elvira Dyangani Ose during the Art Basel Paris in partnership with Miu Miu.

time-read
4 dak  |
November 2024
Black Mirror IRI
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

Black Mirror IRI

Thirteen years since its creation, how much of the anthology series has evolved to be

time-read
4 dak  |
November 2024
Come CLOSER
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

Come CLOSER

Featuring Dior's Cruise 2025 collection, L'OFFICIEL gets up close and personal with top Malaysian model Nia Atasha with 35 intimate questions.

time-read
2 dak  |
November 2024
VETERAN Rookie
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

VETERAN Rookie

With two prior singles on his belt, EXO's CHANYEOL is stepping into the limelight as a solo artist as he returns with his debut mini-album, titled Black Out.

time-read
3 dak  |
November 2024
AWAY We Go
L'OFFICIEL Malaysia

AWAY We Go

The Digital Detox at AWAY Spa, W Kuala Lumpur, to disconnect and take back control of a digital life.

time-read
2 dak  |
November 2024