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In just a little over a year, Daniel Lee has refurbished the House of Bottega Veneta to astounding success, building it on the foundation of ’90s minimalism, but made utterly modern with his aptitude for off-kilter chic and luxurious tactility—qualit

Miuccia Prada is a bellwether of the fashion industry; her every move has editors and buyers alike sitting up to take notice and rethinking their fashion trajectories. Her radical idea this season was simplicity and as our pandemic-ravaged world grow

Fashion Week feels like a long-lost cousin right now. The one you grew up with, playing dress up in Mum’s clothes, and painting each other’s faces with crayons and watercolours. Yes, that lovely, sweet soul who made you laugh and brought so much joy

All accessories used in the shoot are byJimmy Choo, and are available at#B2-80 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sandsand #01-42A/44 Paragon ■

In the best of times, fashion can be a source of delight, inspiration, invention and fantasy. These are not the best of times. As the coronavirus pandemic rages on, the trappings of modern fashion—epic shows in glamorous locales, new must-haves every

First things first: Having the ability to work from home is a privilege; to be able to muse about matters of style while doing so is an added bonus. Having acknowledged the conundrum in which fashion now finds itself, perhaps it would also help to re

Embrace the stay-home life in comfy yet chic loungewear that will take you from slumber to video conferencing effortlessly in true #iwokeuplikethis style. From silky pyjamas sets to cosy knits, oversize shirts to slip dresses, there’s something for e

Julia Restoin Roitfeld is very good at cutting out what she doesn’t need. In fact, it’s in her blood. “Yeah, we’re pretty good at editing,” she admits from her New York home on a rare day off. She is, of course, referring to herself and her mother, F

Ultra feminine, the empire-waist silhouette, with its fitted bodice that ends just below the bust, draws attention to the bosom and gives the illusion of an elongated torso. Givenchy went minimalist and sophisticated with strapless versions in muted

I ’ve been working in fashion for more than 15 years and along the way, I’ve collected my shiny prizes. But having lots of pretty things has never helped me get dressed. At one point, I had close to 250 dresses in my closet, layered three to a hanger

Paris, as it has for hundreds of seasons, brought all the fashion weeks to a close. But this time, with the looming contagion of Covid-19 hanging literally and metaphorically in the air, it begged many questions: How should we face our oncoming chall

Lend an edge to workwear by teaming camo trousers with a tailored blazer and sleek heels, or amp up its rugged charm by going head-to-toe camo in different fabrics and textures. Refined add-ons or bold bling take the look from army recruit to street

When you decided to renovate the flagship store at 12 Place Vendôme, what did you want the boutique to say about the House? The first idea was to bring back the three components—the culture, the heritage and the workshop—from the original boutique.

As essential as it is versatile, a kohl eyeliner such as Chanel’s Stylo Ombre et Contour in 10 Contour Sombre ($53) creates the illusion of depth when worn over a cream eyeshadow like the brand’s Ombre Première Laque in 28 Desert Wind ($53). Bask in

I loved working, and still do. When my career took off in the 1990s, connectivity was exploding: mobile phones (albeit brick-like ones) were beginning to appear; media channels were popping up all over the place with satellite television; the compute

When your Instagram feed is bombarded with posts of bare-faced, blemish-free beauty influencers with hashtags such as #IWokeUpLikeThis, #GlassSkin and #NoFilter, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of believing that your less-than-glowy skin is i

Models: Nabila Leunig/IMG Models, Vi/Kult AustraliaMakeup: Linda Jefferyes/The Artist GroupHair: Sophie Roberts/The Artist Group ■

Spritz on Chloé’s Nomade Absolu de Parfum ($170 for 50ml), whose medley of woody (oak moss and sandalwood), sweet (Mirabelle plum) and fruity (davana) notes evokes exotic getaways. The most intense version of the brand’s Nomade line sparks a wanderlu

Model: Charlee Fraser/IMG ModelsMakeup: Lottie/Lowe & Co.using ChanelHair: Lesly McMenamin/Lowe & Co.Production: Peter McClafferty Shot at American interiordesigner Arthur Elrod’sEscape House on Via Lola inPalm Springs, California ■

Create IRL beauty filter and put your best face forward in those video conference calls A virtual boardroom meeting calls for a power red lip, but for everything else go for a tinted lip balm such as Clé de Peau Beauté’s Lip Glorifier in 01 Pink ($62

in the window seat of a restaurant in SoHo, New York, Léa Seydoux is figuring out how to tame a gargantuan burger, which she needs to eat as fast as possible so that she can think. She is extremely hungry. She is also extremely tired. Seydoux has a t

With its distinctive “stitch” motif, Chaumet’s Liens collection has always been emblematic of the connection between two people. Its Jeux de Liens Harmony bracelets and necklaces take that symbolism further by presenting a circular pendant that can b

Advances in technology have brought with it many perks, not least of which is the fact that we can now enjoy our art virtually—a godsend for art buffs looking for a little sustenance while stranded at home. With the Google Arts & Culture app (availab

French actress Marion Cotillard has long been a friend of Chopard and has been regularly photographed on the red carpet decked in the brand’s amiable Green Carpet collection through the years. Now, she has stepped in front of the camera in a differen

. PHOTOGRAPHY: KENNETH WILLARDT. STYLING: AMANDA ALAGEM.MODEL: CRYSTAL VAN COMMENÉE. MANICURE: HONEY USING DIOR VERNIS ■

At last, you can bring to fruition a plan or project requiring you to cooperate with certain individuals outside your normal circle of companions. Try not to question their every comment or suggestion purely because you don’t know them very well. It

As Audrey Hepburn used to say, “A nice creamy chocolate cake does a lot for a lot of people.” When you need a sweet pick-me-up, Chef Pang Kok Keong of Antoinette’s delightful creations get you both eye candy and an endorphin rush with every mouthful.

Sunscreen has a bad rap. It’s inelegant and chalky. It causes breakouts and flares up fiery allergic rashes. It’s killing our coral reefs. And the list goes on. The latest FDA studies only drive the narrative: In findings published earlier this year,

The promise of a great-tasting whisky is hard to resist—imagine a thousand bottles of single casks and limited editions. For lovers of the liquid gold, The Vagabond Club is the hotel to hit. While the art and opulent hedonism of the 41-room Tribute