This former show unit presented such a cleverly designed space, that it is now home to a young couple, who appreciates its understated and luxurious look. Lynn Tan reports.

This month’s chic list.

Edited by Jeffrey Yan.

It’s time for accessoryfavouring guys to shine, as a classic jeweller launches new collections just for men.

Thailand’s fertile jungles, wildlife and rich culture make the ideal landscape for a sustainable vacation.

THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS THAT MAKE US…

AS DESIGNERS OOZING HIP CREDENTIALS TAKE THE REINS AT TRADITIONAL LUXURY HOUSES, THE INFLUENCE OF STREETWEAR MAKES ITSELF CLEARLY FELT IN THE LATEST LOOKS FOR THE SPRING/SUMMER FASHION SEASON.

WHAT THESE FIVE LOCAL FACES HAVE IN COMMON: THEY’RE REFLECTIVE OF CHANGES IN ONE OF THE MOST CHANGE-RESISTANT INDUSTRIES – MODELLING. IT’S A BUSINESS THAT, UNTIL RECENTLY, STUCK TO ITS OWN AND CHAMPIONED ONLY ONE KIND. NOW THE PLAYING FIELD IS MORE INCLUSIVE, AND THE “STANDARD ISSUE” MODEL IS NO LONGER THE STANDARD. WHAT IS: BEING UNIQUE AND HAVING A DARING ATTITUDE – QUALITIES THE FIVE INGENUES HERE HAVE. OH, ANOTHER THING: THEY’D RATHER BE SUPER ROLE MODELS THAN SUPERMODELS.

Sasha Young, the founder of Wright & Smith, talks about her journey towards establishing an online artisanal store and her relentless search for unique offerings.

Fashion’s sleeper trend of carefully curated piercings may have surprising wellness benefits, says Divya Bala.

distinguish themselves as the safer choice, and increasingly turn their focus to organic ingredients. Smith says some brands add colouring or fragrance to ramp up appeal, which can mean consumers have a distorted sense of what the actual botanical product smells or feels like, so