Our monthly roundup of the hottest new design products for the home.

Once harnessed as a sexist trope in teenage chick flicks, journaling is now a panacea for modern life.

As international luxury houses are forced to be more experimental with their approaches, the structure that the entire industry has run on is slowly but surely dismantling. But this might not be a bad thing.

THE REALMS OF FILM, MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT HAVE LONG EMBRACED THE DIVERSE MEDIUM THAT IS ANIMATION AND – GOING BY ITS RECENT RASH OF CGI-LED CONTENT AND FORAYS INTO GAMING (YES, GAMING) – FASHION IS RAISING ITS STAKES IN THE SCENE TOO. THE MILLION (MAKE THAT BILLION) DOLLAR QUESTION: IS THIS SIMPLY A TREND OR WILL IT LEAD TO NEW HORIZONS? AND WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR ALL OF US? KENG YANG SHUEN REPORTS.

We’ve always been fascinated with artificial lifeforms, be it robot, cyborg or some other futuristic hybrid.

Not even this pandemic can stop ONE Championship founder Chatri Sityodtong’s quest to build a global mixed martial arts empire the world has never seen.

The new ways to earn extra moolah: from drop-shipping and virtual teaching to affiliate marketing. Learn from those who've been there, done that.

The future of luxury is not digital.

The pandemic hit the reset button on an industry associated with trends and a taste for the novel. Four players in different areas of fashion and luxury retail share how their work has changed in this new world and their thoughts on the future.

The “Made in China” stamp may have had a less than appealing connotation before – but that’s not the case anymore. In these pages, the top 10 trends shaping the country’s soft power of design.

The future of retail is neither just online or offline – it’s both.

The take-up rate for their tech solutions was initially slow, but these local companies – GTriip, Oddle and TiffinLabs – stuck to their guns. Now, there is no stopping their phenomenal growth.

Marching to their own beat and shaking up the local art and design industry, here are the up-and-coming local creatives to keep your eye on

SOME FASHION SCHOOLS MIGHT HAVE INTRODUCED DIGITAL VERSIONS OF THEIR GRADUATION SHOWS THIS YEAR, BUT LET’S BE HONEST: THEY JUST DON’T HAVE THE SAME EFFECT AND MEANING AS A TRADITIONAL RUNWAY PRESENTATION, ESPECIALLY FOR THE DESIGNERS WHO’VE SPENT MONTHS OF LABOUR AND RESEARCH ON THEIR COLLECTIONS (THANKS, MISS RONA).

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The head of Montblanc on why it is poised for success in a world still in stasis.

Blockchain whizz Ng Yi Ming believes in looking beyond technology to showcase how its applications can help make the world a better place.

Venture capitalist Martin Berry believes the world is on the cusp of the next great entrepreneurial wave and he’s placing his bet on one thing.

In our relentless quest for progress, DBS Head of Innovation Bidyut Dumra believes humans will become more like machines.

Uniting people by improving global connectivity in an age of technological acceleration.

Koushik Radhakrishnan of DXC Technology shares how IT will take humanity to its next chapter.

Honouring technology partners who empower corporations with their most innovative and compelling services and solutions.

Having navigated his company Call Levels through choppy waters, trader-turned-techpreneur Daniel Chia is poised to change the financial world, one WhatsApp message at a time.

The global fashion landscape is set to change irrevocably post-pandemic and those tectonic shifts have also reverberated here at home. Jeffrey Yan examines how the industry at large is adapting and the ways our local and regional designers are responding to this crisis.

Can heritage be sexy? Should we really prioritise staples over new designs post-crisis? Is purchasing that classic luxury watch indeed a wise investment especially now? Pierre Rainero – image, style and heritage director of Cartier, where he’s been working at since 1984 – gives Keng Yang Shuen an exclusive (and sometimes surprising) lesson on economics and the value of time.

As we take stock of our lives in these times, we're embracing fresh attitudes, appreciating the things we used to take for granted, and equipping ourselves with new skills in order to thrive. Three woman share how they've been transformed – and what comes next.

Her World celebrates its 60th anniversary this year with the fifth part of the six-month series #HerWorldHerStory to celebrate, define and champion women.

The Singapore fashion community has been innovating ways to cope with the coronavirus crisis.

Three CEOs shed light on how the industrial, healthcare, and retail and office real estate sectors have been impacted by the pandemic – and how their companies are moving forward.

SINGAPORE ARTIST HOWIE KIM TRANSLATES FANTASTICAL, ALMOST TRIPPY POP CULTURE-INFLUENCED IMAGERY THROUGH DIGITAL DRAWINGS.

Social distancing may be the new normal, but staying in doesn’t have to be a claustrophobic nightmare. The Her World team has put together a selection of things to try while being indoors, because we’re here to support you #HerWorldWithYou.

When computers were first created in the 1960s, keyboards were the only way one could input commands.

Nine personalities. Eight very personal columns. These future leaders write about the issues closest to their hearts.

TO PARAPHRASE GEORGE ORWELL, IF THERE’S HOPE FOR THE FUTURE, IT PROBABLY LIES WITH THE NEXT GENERATION.

Celebrated for its natural scarcity and exclusivity, the life-giving elixir of fine tea holds inestimable value for enthusiasts.

These innovative openings in New York City encourage visitors to rethink art and design.

Three entrepreneurs, three digital businesses set to make waves in the regional watch, sneaker and fashion e-tail scene.

Help your child develop healthier digital habits with these expert strategies.

From the timeless appeal of Max Mara to the street-style culture of Seoul, this Italian house is addressing Gen Z with a cool blend of classics, digital innovation and the power of social media.

Hendel is helming the wave of digital change at Porsche, even as technology transforms the automotive industry.

Yes, the tech we have in our smartphones now is the best they’ve ever been.

‘Our screens will kill us all’? An exaggeration, but here are some super-easy ways to help you cut down screen time so you can live in the moment.

Follower numbers and likes don’t always tell the whole story. These power players are the real reason we are swayed to try certain beauty trends – we’re roused by their stories of grit and success, or inspired by their POVs when it comes to treatments.

Meet BAZAAR’s league of extraordinary women. Singapore visionaries under 40, they are paving the way in the tech and digital spheres and proving that the future is not only female, the future is now.

German carmaker plans to lead electric and autonomous car innovation.

Before anyone else even cared about Web content, digital video producer Gillian Tan took the plunge with unscripted videos that would go on to become online sensations.

DISRUPTING PAYMENTS IS JUST THE FIRST STEP IN LOUIS LIU’S AMBITIOUS PLAN TO UPEND SOUTH-EAST ASIA’S BANKING SECTOR.

The rise of Bitcoin thrust blockchain technology into the spotlight, but there’s a lot more to it than just mining and cryptocurrency speculation. Here’s what Blockchain’s really about, and the ways in which it’s being put to use

Tech addiction is real, so the earlier you manage your kid’s screen time, the better. EVELINE GAN polls the experts for their best strategies.

Delay the signs of ageing by levelling up your sun protection game.

Blockchain is one of the biggest buzzwords in tech right now, except no one (meaning all of us) knows what it is.

Nothing says “you’ve made it” like pulling up in a superbly understated luxury sedan.

WITH THEIR UNUSUAL WAYS OF SHOWING THE HOURS, MINUTES AND SECONDS, THESE TIME-ONLY WATCHES ARE ANYTHING BUT BASIC.

Mercedes-Benz A200 AMG Line.

Activity trackers are getting more powerful, and smartwatches are getting healthier.

HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards is back and the 2019 edition means a new round of polls to find the best technology brands of 2018.

BMW’s best-selling junior executive sedan is classier, more advanced, and more importantly, an even better drive.

Her hyper stylish and personal 2018 documentary Shirkers made her an overnight indie idol with its irreverence and mesmerising, colour-soaked cinematography that fused multiple film formats with digital and punk DIY graphics.

We take a look at three photo features that are turning up in today’s smartphones and the technology behind them to see how they’re producing ILC-like images.

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It’s uncanny that I’m writing this just hours after having watched Chanel’s Metiers d’Art show live, this time at the Met in New York.

The fourth-generation X5 has a bolder design, keener performance and comes with even more advanced tech, which includes a digital personal assistant.

Having valuable skills is the best way to get ahead in your career. Here are some of the popular ones employers are looking for in 2019.

Two major timepiece retailers here have opened their digital doors.

Apple’s best smartwatch yet.

Sonny Liew, cartoonist, Wacom Ambassador

A look at how unnatural headphones are and what is being done to fix them.

I was in attendance of a panel discussion during RSA Conference 2018 that was focusing on emerging cyber threats and the challenges faced by corporations and governments in a digital world

Parents gained insights into raising future-ready kids at our recent seminar.

Choosing the right memory card for constant video recording is like getting one for your digital camera, but there are a few key differences.

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Are you finally ready to make the jump and invest in a pair of end-game planar magnetic headphones? We rounded up the best for a listen.

Corded vacuums will be a thing of the past from here on.

We’re using technology like mobile apps and geolocation to connect doctors to the patients closest to them. That gives doctors more flexibility and helps patients access timely medical care. This can make healthcare more convenient, accessible, and in time, affordable.

Which of these “baby” SUV models will prove to be the most irresistible to well-heeled suburbanites searching for a sporty runabout?

The murky waters of Chi-Fi might be daunting,but therein lies some of the best audio bargains in the world.

Which of these “baby” SUV models will prove to be the most irresistible to well-heeled suburbanites searching for a sporty runabout?

This year marks the 9th edition of the annual HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards, the tech industry’s premier event where we recognize the best brands, products, and services.

From the way we communicate to how many photos we take a day, the camera in your phone has literally changed the way we live. By James Lu, Alvin Soon, and Marcus Wong

WITH MORE PARTICIPATING WATCH BRANDS(35), MORE VISITORS THAN EVER (20,000) AND NEW DIGITAL INITIATIVES, THE SALON INTERNATIONAL DE LA HAUTE HORLOGERIE (SIHH) ANNUAL WATCH FAIR IS MOVING TOWARDS ACHIEVING THAT TRICKY EQUILIBRIUM BETWEEN EXCLUSIVITY AND HOLDING ITS OWN IN A NOISY DIGITAL-DOMINATED WORLD. HERE, OUR REPORT FROM GENEVA, FEATURING THE FAIR’S BEST BOOTHS, CELEBRITY SPOTTINGS, WATCH-CHIEF QUOTES, AND OF COURSE, WATCHES AND HOROLOGICAL INNOVATIONS.

Sometimes it's about having the most megapixels, and sometimes it's not. The path to getting better pictures, better sound or even better frags doesn't stop just because you've got the fastest, most powerful piece of equipment you can afford. We offer you a collection of sage advise on how you can take your tech game to the next level.

Meet the rising stars of Singapore’s fashion scene, who impressed with their talent and flair at the tightly-contested Singapore leg of the Harper’s BAZAAR Asia NewGen Fashion Award 2017.

The very first iPhone was unveiled ten years ago, on 7th January 2007. While it wasn’t the first smartphone, it leapfrogged far beyond the competition and launched the mobile revolution, and the world has never been the same since.

The iPod is going the way of the dodo, but digital audio players still have a bright future.

This is the 8th edition of our annual HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards, and in the last issue, we rounded up the products and technologies that won our Editor’s Choice awards.

How Bitcoin’s decentralized cryptocurrency technology could be the answer to world peace, or at least a more transparent and secure digital world.

“Every part of the audio chain – from the stylus to the phono preamplifier to the final speakers/headphones can be selected to your liking, so the audio is just the way you want it.”

Get the look you want with the smooth and lasting Kate Digital Memory Liner.

“There’s just something about the look of film that you don’t get in digital; the highlights roll off smoothly rather than blowing into hard white, grain is chaotically imperfect rather than algorithmically patterned.”

That's what you may see on a name card these days, and it's part of an increasing number of job titles that didn't exist a decade ago.

If your kids are hooked on the Internet and their gadgets, it may be time for the family to take a tech break. Here’s how to go about it

Stella McCartney muse Petra Cortright could be the first $1 million digital artist

Digital art has disrupted, liberated and transformed creative expression, and resulted in machines as today’s canvas. BAZAAR speaks to 10 digital artists who have embraced this medium in Singapore.

Artist Frances Berry gives a cool, modern twist to vintage Singapore.

Through his collages, mixed media artist Maxwell N. Burnstein bridges technology, fashion and fine art. In a BAZAAR exclusive, Burnstein merges high fashion with Singapore’s heartland.

By adding her tubby tabby to iconic works, artist Svetlana Petrova brings new life to old Masters.

Would you dare throw in your office job to work remotely while indulging your wanderlust? FIONA LIAW reports on this growing trend.

The iPhone 7 and 7 Plus share a similar design to their predecessors, but that’s where the similarities end. Apple’s latest smartphones have been upgraded in nearly every way possible, from its cameras, to speakers, processors, storage capacity and even the way the phones are built. It’s time to meet the new iPhone.

Jeff Cheong has his eyes on the prize: getting Singapore’s legendary coffee roaster Tan Tiong Hoe to agree to an interview. At Tiong Hoe Specialty Coffee, the fiercely guarded older man is proving to be a tough subject. “What is the colour of perfect coffee?” challenges the 73-yearold Tan. Stumped, Cheong presses on. “It is amber,” says Tan bitingly. This conversation goes on for hours, even days, before Cheong proves himself worthy of Tan’s confidence and the latter finally acquiesces to be a part of Cheong’s popular Singaporean of the Day, a Web video series showcasing the extraordinary stories of ordinary Singaporeans. “This man is a legend,” marvels Cheong.

How luxury brands are wooing a new generation of consumers in this highly competitive social media age

History and heritage meet innovation and know-how at the house of Burberry.

A rising crop of fashion designers finds hope in trying economic times.

It’s hard to know what to buy from among so many gadgets out there. We help by zooming in on these winners of The Straits Times Digital Awards 2016 and HWM + Hardwarezone.com Tech Awards 2016.

KATE Digital Memory Liner.

Enjoy the June school holidays even more with these dining, staycation and play date discounts. Promo period: may 20 to June 30, 2016

Did you know that we were the first local magazine to organise a beauty awards event? To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Her World Beauty Awards, we threw a carnival-themed party. Here are the highlights!

The retail market might be slow, but for a nation whose citizens’ national pastime is shopping, it’s hard to keep Singapore shoppers away for long – especially when we still see new brands and businesses opening up shop here!

In last month's issue of HWM, we looked at all the winners of the prestigous Editor's Choice at this year's HWM+Hard-wareZone.com Tech Awards. This issue, we explore instead the Readers' Choice results with detailed analysis of the best technology brands in Singapore, as voted by you. As one of the most comprehensive brand recognition surveys in the industry, The HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards 2016 saw 40 categories and nearly 200 brands nominated for Readers' Choice polling.

How do you wean your kindergartener off his tablet? Instead of banning it outright, gradually replace it with fun, non-tech activities, DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON suggests.

Despite the proliferation of digital styluses and content, print still survives, dashing declarations of its inevitable doom. Why is the world still in a limbo between paper and digital?

Prefer to tweet and text than talk, get distracted thinking about technology and suffer smartphone separation anxiety? If so, you could be a tech-a-holic!