Jisoo, Apo and Mile at Dior's SS24 show; a new Jamaican rum launches in Singapore
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Jisoo, Robert Pattinson, Apo Nattawin, Mile Phakphum and more at Dior's Spring/Summer 2024 show
Dior's Spring show took place on 27 September at the beautiful Tuileries Garden in Paris, France, where Creative Director Maria Grazia Chiuri showcased a collection juxtaposing femininity and the rebel spirit.
Even the makeup looks complemented the styles – where Peter Philips, creative director of Dior Beauty coloured models' lips in black eyeliner (that's a bold move!)
Celebrities in attendance included singer Jisoo of Blackpink, actors Robert Pattinson, Apo Nattawin, Mile Phakphum, Karry Wang, Pierre Casigaghi, Joseph Quin, Anya Taylor-Joy, Alexa Chung, Dilraba Dilmurat, and Jennifer Lawrence.
For this collection, Maria focused on a reflection on the meaning of the present, where the past and future must coexist simultaneously. She also continued to explore the link between femininity and feminism, with the conviction that fashion has, more than ever, a responsibility to help women realize their worth and express their differences.
In each look, an architectural silhouette is delineated. Certain fabrics bear witness to materiality, a temporal memory and a deep knowledge of the work of Italian artist Alberto Burri; tears, lacerations and combustions become a constitutive, performative element of the Dior creations. Unveiled at the heart of an immersive scenography, an engaged project specially conceived and designed by Elena Bellantoni, the models are dressed in shades of ash, chamomile and love potion.
Hwang In-youp to grace Armani Beauty's lab
South Korean actor Hwang In-youp, will be in Singapore on 3 October 2023, for the launch of Armani Make-Up Lab at ION Orchard, Singapore, He will also be spotlighting the new Sí Eau de Parfum Intense.
Hwang In Youp, born 19 January 1991, is a South Korean actor. Debuting with a main role in the web series Why (2018), he then gained international recognition through his role in romantic-comedy drama True Beauty (2020-21). He also contributed to the soundtrack of the series with the song “It Starts Today”. In 2021, he continued to experiment with different roles in a fantasy musical series The Sound of Magic, which was released globally on Netflix, to which he also contributed to the official soundtrack, and went on to star in a legal drama Why Her in 2022. Last year, he held his first fan meeting tour which started in South Korea and continued through Asia in Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines and Thailand.
WHEN:
Tuesday, 3 October 2023, 6pm
WHERE:
ION Orchard, Level 1 Atrium
2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801
Aesop invites you on a Khronos journey
From 29 September to 8 October 2023, Aesop will stage Khronos: a Skin Odyssey, an artful encounter that delves into the profound connection between the skin and overall wellbeing. Set within Singapore’s iconic Fort Canning Park at Raffles House, this sensorial experience will present the skin as an intriguing tapestry—seamlessly connecting our internal and external worlds.
The Greek word khronos, meaning time, evokes Aesop’s uncomplicated approach to skincare—a deliberate, unhurried combination of select formulations applied daily, thoughtful dietary choices, reasonable exercise and activities that nurture the mind. Echoing the continuous surface of the Klein bottle, a mathematical curiosity with no distinct inner or outer boundaries, the installation at Raffles House beckons visitors to ponder the intricate dialogue between their skin’s condition and a balanced lifestyle.
Within the same venue, a secondary space awaits—the Old Married Soldiers’ Quarters, where visitors will discover an area dedicated to fostering wellbeing. Here, attendees will be invited to take part in workshops and activities that nourish both the skin and psyche. Aesop's trained consultants will be on hand to provide personalised skincare guidance, and visitors will have the opportunity to explore and acquire a curated range of efficacious, sensorial products at their convenience.
Details:
Khronos: a Skin Odyssey
Fort Canning
29 September | 2pm – 7pm
30 September – 8 October | 11am – 7pm
Book a slot here: https://www.aesop.com/sg/r/khronos-skin-odyssey-singapore/
Shop Aesop on LookFantastic Singapore
Canerock Jamaican Spiced Rum launches in Singapore
Canerock Jamaican Spiced Rum is a blend of aged Jamaican rums, natural spices, and finished in a Pedro Ximénez Sherry cask. The natural spices used in its creation are vanilla from Madagascar, Caribbean coconuts, and Jamaican wild ginger, resulting in a symphony of flavours balanced by notes of dark chocolate, sweet caramel, and spices.
It's really easy to drink, and for someone who might not like it too sweet, a bit of ice and a splash of this rum is a perfect pick-me-up
Get Canerock Jamaican Spiced Rum here
Aman appoints tennis star Maria Sharapova as its global wellness ambassador; Maria to lead programs at Amanpuri Phuket and more
Evolving its wellness offering, Aman is pleased to announce a multi-year partnership with former elite athlete Maria Sharapova, the first of its kind for the brand. As Global Wellness Ambassador, Sharapova will co-create a series of wellness retreats across different Aman properties, each tailored to complement the Aman destination, focusing on preparation, performance and recovery to encompass body and mind.
The first of these unique retreats will be held at Amanpuri, Aman’s flagship property situated on its own private peninsula on Phuket’s west coast. Celebrating its 35th anniversary this year and home to the brand’s flagship Holistic Wellness Centre, Amanpuri will offer guests a personalised wellness journey, hosted by Maria, in February 2024.
The three-night Performance and Recovery retreat will see Maria curate and mentor participants through a series of interactive experiences and activities, as well as informative sessions with experts that she has worked with during her 20-year career as an elite athlete. Alongside this, Maria will incorporate pioneering technologies that she uses in her daily wellness routine to create a unique and forward-thinking retreat.
Similarly, the retreat will bring the guests together through group activities, dining experiences and Q&A sessions with Maria and visiting expert practitioners.
Potato Head Singapore launches new menu for speakeasy Studio 1939
Love your music and your cocktails? Don't miss the launch of “Palette of Sounds,” a cocktail menu at Studio 1939 where the worlds of art and music intertwine in a symphony of flavours. The drinks look simple but are a riot in the mouth, and we love the "Trust The Bartender" option, where you can get a customised drink based on your preference.
Definitely visit in October, when the bar will launch its revised food menu with its signature sliders and must-try lamb skewers.
Related: Potato Head Studio in Seminyak, Bali review: Not simply a party property
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort launches luxury river cruise
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort is inviting travelers to experience its new river barge, the Nam Jai, which is available for both group and private cruises along the Ping River.
The Nam Jai, literally “water from the heart” in Thai, but more commonly understood as “with heart” or “kindness”, is an antique teak rice barge that has been restored by hand and outfitted with comfortable seating for eight. Cruises will set off from the resort’s newly built private pier, Long Muan, which means “fun sailing” in the local Lanna dialect.
There are two itineraries for guests to choose from. The sunrise cruise departs at 9am for the nearby Wat Ket Karam. One of Chiang Mai’s oldest communities, Wat Ket, it is a melting pot of cultures – Buddhist, Christian, Muslim, Hindu and Sikh – with their different houses of worship built side by side. Guests will have the opportunity to make merit with the Buddhist monks, then cross the road to snack at what was once the city’s best-kept secret, but now is in the Michelin guide – the simple roadside stall Lung Kajohn which serves up delicious bite-sized steamed rice dumplings, Khao Kriab Pak Moh. From there, it is a short stroll to the quaint pedestrian bridge of Khua Khaek for views of the river and Doi Suthep in the background.
The twilight voyage departs at 5pm, sailing north past some of the city’s most iconic bridges, small temples and into lush green. This is a magical time of day, when the air stills and the sky begins to glow ochre then pink. Guests enjoy free-flow sparkling wine, canapes and a romance to savour.
The Nam Jai cruise is ready to welcome all guests, with prices beginning at THB 1,800++ per person for sunrise cruise and THB 2,800++ per person for twilight voyage. For more information or reservations, visit anantara.com/chiang-mai/restaurants/nam-jai-river-cruise.
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The Lobby Lounge at Intercontinental Singapore launches new all-day and cocktail menus
A revitalised concept has arrived at The Lobby Lounge at Intercontinental Singapore, bringing together four experiences inspired by its neighbourhood and heritage.
The all-new cocktail menu is crafted in collaboration with consulting bar manager Jesse Vida of Cat Bite Club, while chef Charles Nguyen has elevated hawker fare from the hotel’s refreshed all-day dining menu and new citrus-afternoon tea.
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Swarovski debuts Master of Light exhibition at MOCA, Shanghai
If you happen to be traveling to Shanghai this 20 September to 9 October, pop by MOCA, Shanghai and be dazzled by an array of Swarovski's offerings that are on display. The exhibition will showcase the brand’s rich heritage including crystal-embellished couture pieces from Christian Dior, Gucci and Guo Pei alongside shimmering red carpet looks worn by pop icons Harry Styles and Rihanna.
Swarovski - Masters of Light brings together for the first time an exceptional selection of over 60 outfits designed by the world’s most storied fashion houses. Spanning 128 years and all featuring Swarovski crystals, they include pieces created by Alexander McQueen, Armani Priveì, Balenciaga, Christian Dior, Fendi, Gucci, Guo Pei, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, Robert Wun, Thierry Mugler and Vivienne Westwood.
It also includes an unprecedented curation of outfits worn by global pop culture icons, including Christina Aguilera and Marilyn Monroe (courtesy Ted Stampfer). In addition, Swarovski - Masters of Light displays a unique array of stage costumes and red-carpet ensembles drawn from the Swarovski Heritage Collection and presented to the public for the first time, as well as hundreds of dazzling jewellery pieces, figurines, and crystals, including the largest crystal chaton ever created.
Shop these looks:
1. Constella stud earrings
2. Sommerset hoop earrings
S$69 S$99 at Swarovski Singapore
3. Swarovski Sparkling Dance drop earrings
S$118 S$169 at Swarovski Singapore
