(AND SOME OF THE ASIAN MODELS WHO COMMANDED THE SEASON’S RUNWAYS)

From the United States, Mexico and France to Australia and China, these spaces have everything to please the eye and boost creativity.

AS WE SPEND MORE TIME AT HOME, HOW BEAUTIFUL ONE’S MAKEUP AND SKINCARE PRODUCTS LOOK ON THE VANITY TABLE MATTERS AS MUCH AS HOW BEAUTIFUL THEY MAKE ONE LOOK. AILEEN LALOR GETS INTO THE AESTHETICS BUSINESS OF A DIFFERENT SORT.

This homeowner sees interior design as a process involving the dressing up of a home. His carefully curated collection of things French and European transports LYNN TAN into the heart of a Parisian maison.

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

Amassing a cult following in recent months, these homegrown cafes, eateries and home kitchens are wowing diners with innovative ideas, fresh new flavours and DIY kits that are simply mouthwatering.

What happens when food and fashion collide? Michelle Tchea explores the crossroads.

The century-old mythical Hotel Lutetia in Paris reopens after four years of renovations with a design that propels it into the 21st century.

A year since his debut as artistic director of Schiaparelli, Daniel Roseberry gives Zaneta Cheng the exclusive on how he’s keeping the irreverently inventive couture house – founded by fashion’s most famous Elsa 93 years ago – magical and modern.

Ahead of reprising her role as an atypically complex female foil to 007 in the long-anticipated No Time to Die, Léa Seydoux speaks candidly about film, family and the Me Too movement.

The latest and most talked-about collections.

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.

This innovative essence refines skin for exceptional clarity

Paris-based interior architect Tristan Auer embodies the elegance of high-end French design like an ambassador of the French art of living throughout the world.

The founders of design studio Roman and Williams in New York City have opened a cabinet of curiosities dedicated to sharing their passion for design, food and flowers.

JOINING THE SHELVES OF CELINE, HERMES AND MORE OF THE WORLD’S MOST WELL-LOVED AND TRENDSETTING LUXURY FASHION HOUSES:

THEY WERE IMPOSSIBLE TO MISS: THOSE DRAMATIC WHITE DRESSES THAT BLOOMED ALL OVER THE SPRING/SUMMER 2020 RUNWAYS, EVOKING A CERTAIN SWEET NOSTALGIA.

We met the Hollywood actress and newly minted Lancome global ambassador in Tokyo to find out her idea of beauty and the secret to her clear, radiant skin.

We know it’s tough to prep a wholesome meal on busy weeknights, so we’ve picked out some trusty soup recipes you can prep ahead over the weekend, and freeze. From a hearty French Onion Soup to yummy Chicken Pho, there’s something for every night of the week!

One of the greatest living french painters, Bernard frize believes in a kind of autonomous artwork in which the brush almost paints by itself and his hand is practically absent, as he has invented a new language for painting that’s all about non-choice and nonexpression.

CBD favourite Maggie Joan’s gets a new head chef.

Play with fire, handle the meat, and mix up a punch bowl with The Peak’s guide to putting together a show-stopping holiday dinner.

Nope, this isn’t a story about going makeup free or some new Goop-y, all-natural skincare craze.

Citroen chief executive Linda Jackson is as well versed in engine design as she is in automotive success strategies.

The latest restaurant developed by design maven Andre Fu of AFSO.

Indulge in fabulous cuisine from China, France and the Middle East without leaving the country

This month's chic list.

What you need, what you want, and what really works.

Airline food embraces wellness as SIA introduces clean cuisine for premium class passengers.

Eiffel Tower’s legendary gourmet restaurant gets a brand-new look.

Behind the scenes of a four-hands collaboration between Julien Royer and Kenichi Takatsu.

Tan Lay Koon, co-founder of Nature Squared, talks about the challenge working with natural resources like feathers, and egg and oyster shells, and finding artisans who are able to work with such delicate materials.

Live it up with wagyu beef, Russian caviar and French cuisine from a Michelin-starred chef.

EVOKING FASHION NOSTALGIA IN ITS MOST INTOXICATING FORM: SAINT LAURENT F/W ’19, WHICH DRAWS FROM THE SOPHISTICATED SENSUALITY OF BIANCA JAGGER, BETTY CATROUX AND CATHERINE DENEUVE, THEN LENSES IT ALL THROUGH SOME HIGH-POWERED ’80S GLAMOUR.

THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS THAT MAKE US…

The latest and most talked-about collections.

Founded over three centuries ago, Faure le Page is the latest heritage accessories brand to open a one-oF-a-kind concept store here – except that its roots lie not in bags, but weaponry. Creative director Augustin de Buffevent tells Keng Yang Shuen how that sets it apart with some good old-fashioned charm.

Treat yourself to indulgence and pampering after a day spent in Vietnam’s most liveable city.

If you’ve wanted to revamp your kitchen, now’s the chance.

Light, lithe, agile and athletic, the Alpine A110 can easily twirl and dance its way into a petrolhead’s heart.

…it’s an experience your kids won’t forget. Dress like mermaids or unicorns and dine like your kid’s favourite movie characters at these themed eateries around the region. By SASHA GONZALES

Special edition street-inspired collab? There’s one in here.

Fresh from his restaurant being awarded Asia’s best, chef Julien Royer is now creating dishes for Air France.

The Keong Saik neighbourhood’s revamped shophouses now boast more culinary diversity than most hotspots, from European to African or Caribbean. That makes this the current ’hood of choice for bon vivants.

The Indonesian island is seeing a surge in beach club developments, but can it maintain its momentum to become the Ibiza of South-east Asia?

French hors d’oeuvres were the appetiser to the main attraction of the DS 7 Crossback at Torque After Hours with DS Automobiles.

A place of unimaginable beauty, Chateau La Coste in the south of France is where art, architecture and wine converge and are in harmony with nature.

The eye-catching DS 7 is Citroen’s upmarket and avant-garde take on Gallic refinement, and this SUV has interesting stories to regale those who are willing to listen.

Behind the operatic voice, the coiffed moustache and the larger-than-life personality lies a man who is transforming a storied French House, one kitten heel at a time.

Founder and Artistic Director of Sandro, Evelyne Chétrite, is leading the charge in creating affordable luxury designs for women who love modernity and femininity.

Soup up your kitchen with these cutting-edge appliances that will change the way you prep food and whip up a delectable feast for your family.

French haute parfumerie Henry Jacques once made bespoke fragrances for royalty.

THE DESIGNER WHO MADE GROWN MEN COVET SKINNY JEANS, INSPIRED WOMEN TO DRESS LIKE TEENAGE PARTY GIRLS, AND BROUGHT A CALIFORNIAN STATE OF MIND TO PARISIAN FASHION IS BACK WITH THE SAME LIBERATING MAXIM: YOUNG HEARTS, RUN FREE. NOELLE LOH REPORTS.

With special musical appearances by...

This petrolhead explored the best driving roads that Germany, France and Switzerland had to offer in a 718 Cayman GTS.

You may not have heard of Luang Prabang, but if you’re looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle, add this UNESCO World Heritage Town to your to-go list for 2019.

The hills are alive with botanical treasures, and one brand has gone to great lengths to bottle their benefits.

The latest and most talked-about collections.

Wine in the alcohol world is the sartorial equivalent of the LBD (little black dress) – a timeless staple for all occasions – it is trend-proof and never lets you down.

These hybrid brands combine Korean ingredients and technology with the straightforward userfriendliness of Western skincare.

You may not have noticed the quiet revolution, but some of Singapore’s best bars are fronted by women bartenders – one even has an all-female team – and they bring a distinctly amiable and amicable touch to the scene.

If you're houseproud and love to entertain at home, you'll want the very best for your family and guests!

Paris welcomes a chic boutique hotel.

Breathable and sweat-proof for 24-hour wear, Lancôme’s high-coverage Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation allows every woman to say #makeupismypower.

THE EVER STYLISH CHRIS CHONG TAKES US TO HIS GO-TO BOUTIQUES AND SHARES HIS IDEAS FOR NEW RETAIL. HERE, HEʼS PHOTOGRAPHED IN PIECES FROM HIS OWN WARDROBE.

With signs of recovery everywhere, following a dismal economic slowdown, brands are – understandably – playing it safe when it comes to launches.

Breathable and sweat-proof for 24-hour wear, Lancôme’s high-coverage Teint Idole Ultra Wear Foundation allows every woman to say #makeupismypower. Singapore’s top celebrity makeup artists share how.

Escape to a land that time forgot and explore the charming French colonial town of Luang Prabang in Laos.

HAVING BEEN IMMERSED IN THE WORLD OF CRAFTSMANSHIP FOR ALL HIS LIFE, BOBBY CHENG PERSONIFIES WHAT IT MEANS TO BE BORN AND BRED IN THE REALM OF DESIGN.

Built on identical platforms and utilising the same drivetrains, the 3008 and Grandland X are like fraternal twins raised by different parents. Which parent did a better job?

Check out these Artisan products and grass fed free range angus beef from these 4 online grocery stories bringing farm-fresh goodness to your kitchen table!

Having pre-dinner drinks is a great way to start an evening at Origin Grill & Bar. Decked out in dark wood and dotted with plush leather chairs, Origin Bar has a convivial vibe that makes you relax immediately. We enjoy the namesake Origin cocktail, a gin-based thirst-quencher made with spiced pineapple and sugar cane. We also have our eye on other intriguing cocktails such as Leaf The Curry (think curry leaf, tamarind, cardamom and aged rum), and tempting bar snacks (poached lobster roll with trout caviar, anyone?). Alas, dinner beckons.

Singapore’s very own celebrity chef, Justin Quek, is starting a new culinary chapter with two restaurant openings at Marina Bay Sands Singapore.

The French fashion designer and winner of the prestigious LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers 2017 shares her favourite places to go, things to do and looks from her latest collection.

History is cyclical, and so is much of fashion. What’s cool will at some point become mundane, misguided or mocked, as tastes change. Iconic brands, on the other hand, are, well, simply iconic – which is what old-school sportswear masters like Fila, Fred Perry, Kappa and Sergio Tacchini are. They’re having a renaissance now, and they all have genuine history to buy into.

Since it opened in Tiong Bahru last November, the modern and nouveau social dining cafe has become more than “a nice addition to the neighbourhood”. Now it adds French gourmet produce and fashion for even more Parisian chic.

The wine cellar houses labels by artisanal producers. The wines are certified to ensure their origins and authenticity.

Chaise longues for every home.

FRESHLY SPROUTED FRENCH CAFE AND CONCEPT STORE IN TIONG BAHRU.

In town for her latest movie, Back to Burgundy, where she plays a filial daughter and wine maker, the Parisian actress talks French cinema, character wardrobes, and a special relationship with Chanel

Inspired by the world's most beloved opera houses, the Chaumet est une Fête high jewellery collection present the drama of love, joy and artistry in four scintillating arias. By Charmaine Ho

Ah, the Frenchwoman: the subject of some 12 million articles, books, blog posts, and forum threads (source: Google search) devoted to analysing why she’s so chic. Well, here’s one more. Our take is to get a real sense of her style not from icons, influencers, models, or ambassadors of French brands, but from four real Frenchwomen who work and live here, and aren’t necessarily Parisians (or friends of Karl Lagerfeld). And we can finally put a finger – no, 10 fingers – on the je ne sais quoi quality so synonymous with French chic.

While most itamae (sushi chefs) wield a 27cm-long yanagi ba (sushi knife), chef Yuji Sato’s weapon of choice is a sustained 32cm.

French-designed, Swiss-assembled Klokers relook the way we tell, and play with, time.

All hail Dior’s First Lady, Maria Grazia Chiuri, who’s injecting a new spirit of romance into the 70-year-old French House. Kenneth Goh speaks exclusively with Dior’s first female artistic director in Paris.

Humble vegetables are elevated to fine-dining status with these incredible culinary creations.

XIE HUIQUN and her 18-month-old daughter check out three parent-accompanied programmes that nurture your baby’s body, mind and spirit.

Just a few blocks away from Thailand’s high-end shopping cluster in Siam, Sofitel Bangkok Sukhumvit exudes serenity; and its Le Spa with L’Occitane a lair for an indulgent escape.

DRAWING YACHTS TO VIETNAM, WHICH IS SITUATED STRATEGICALLY IN THE REGION’S CRUISING GROUNDS.

With good fats back in vogue, chefs from fine-dining restaurants are buttering guests up with this rich staple.

Guy Martin shares what it’s like cooking for the rich and famous in Paris’ oldest restaurant.

French film noir meets Italian la dolce vita for Chanel’s latest pre-fall fashion collection in Rome.

The French-Korean brand fuses the best of both worlds to create perfect skin