Shu Ong, the founder of DuraBlinds, talks to us about reclaiming balconies – some of the most under-utilised spaces ever – with blinds.

UP YOUR BROW GAME

Dr Karen Soh, medical director of Prive Clinic, tells you about the aesthetics treatments – from lifting, tightening to dark spot removal – that give you natural yet instantaneous results.

From breakthrough skincare formulas to groundbreaking makeup textures, beauty innovation has pushed forth speedily—especially in these times of pandemic, when self-love and self-care are so essential.

Language is tricky, especially in areas where it is evolving quickly. Software security is a young and volatile field where new terminology ebbs and flows continually.

THEY HAVE THE LOOKS AND STREET CRED.

LIVING TOGETHER IN THE SAME APARTMENT HAS ENABLED THE CALISTO SIBLINGS TO ELEVATE THE BUSINESS THEIR FATHER FOUNDED TO THE NEXT LEVEL, IN SPITE OF A GLOBAL PANDEMIC.

The kitchen countertop has seen more action than any other surface in our homes. Brands around the world continue to develop next-generation materials to be more durable, sustainable and beautiful.

Use them as personal skincare coaches that analyse your skin and recommend products on demand.

HOW CAN DEVELOPERS BETTER ADDRESS CHEATING IN GAMES AND E-SPORTS?

Singles are opting for video calls as the safest way to date and meet new people. Now, you can cast a wider net to find matches overseas with new in-app features, changing the way singles find love now – and in the future.

The most work-appropriate looks that go with your mask. Lipstick is optional.

ON THE BRAVE

The Covid-19 pandemic has taken a huge toll worldwide for both individuals and economies.

Every year, we shine a light on 18 distinguished and powerful women in the Great Women Of Our Time Awards.

We asked 118 readers if their skin has changed (it has) in recent months and how their beauty routines have evolved (more self-care, minimal makeup). Doctors explain what’s going on with your skin and what you should use.

MT Metatron is the authority when it comes to skin anti-ageing, and is trusted by more than 5,000 Japanese doctors and beauty experts for proven anti-ageing products that show results.

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).

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

DESIGN NEWS, PLACES TO VISIT, THINGS TO BUY

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.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip

When you’re some time away from your next facial or aesthetics appointment, or if you just want a pared-down routine, these are the must-have products to get your skin glowing.

In a self-quarantined world, Michelle Tchea discovers that vintage sardines are a hit with gourmets and collectors – and have quite a cult following.

Set your productivity stage with these chair and task light picks.

Chocolate has a way of seducing our senses and sending us to a state of euphoria. Dive into this cocoa bliss with these four tested-and-loved chocolate recipes Chocolate

TWELVE CREATIVES – INCLUDING SOME OF FEMALE’S CLOSEST COLLABORATORS – GIVE US THEIR PERSPECTIVE THROUGH NEVER-BEFORE-PUBLISHED WORKS THAT REFLECT THEIR FRAME OF MIND MID-CIRCUIT BREAKER.

WHAT’S PRETTY MUCH THE CANCELLATION OF THE MID-YEAR HOLIDAY SEASON MAKES SOME PERSONAL PAMPERING ALL THE MORE NECESSARY.

It takes discipline, research and planning to translate zero waste and being eco-friendly into your daily beauty practices. Three women tell us how they do it.

While circuit breaker, lockdown and other various movement control restrictions begin to lift, life as we know it will likely not simply revert back to how it was in a blink of an eye.

WITHOUT THEM, MODEL LAYLA ONG MIGHT HAVE NEVER WALKED FOR GUCCI; THE CULT LABEL YOUTHS IN BALACLAVA MIGHT NOT LOOK AS COOL; AND, WELL, SOME OF THE STUFF YOU SEE IN THIS MAGAZINE MIGHT NEVER HAVE MATERIALISED.

WITH SUSTAINABILITY NOW PART OF THE MAINSTREAM CONVERSATION, MAKEUP AND SKINCARE BRANDS HAVE INCREASINGLY BEEN SHINING A SPOTLIGHT ON THEIR OPERATIONAL PROCESSES THAT WERE ONCE HIDDEN AT “THE BACK END”.

You might not know what telepresence is now, but it could just be all around you by the time this pandemic is over.

Invest in self-care this month as our beauty experts suss out the best wellness and beauty treatments for The Weekly’s annual Spa Awards

As fashion royalty and an influencer in her own right, Julia Restoin Roitfeld is an unlikely wardrobe minimalist, but her new platform champions buying less but better. She tells Divya Bala why simplicity is the last word in sophistication.

Daniel Lee’s minimalist medley of textures is the fashion equivalent of a breath of fresh air

This year marks the 11th edition of the annual HWM+HardwareZone.com Tech Awards, Singapore tech industry’s premier event where we recognize the best brands, products and services.

For decades, Her World has been a champion for women – in mind, body and action.

They run businesses, manage their families and never take no for an answer.

Why go for vanilla when you can have Moutai and even smoked hay ice cream?

Antique Yixing zisha teapots – prized for their workmanship and depth of flavour in tea brewing – are skyrocketing in value, with affluent tea aesthetes and collectors viewing them as investments.

Hollywood A-listers and the everywoman are increasingly turning to doctor-backed skincare brands to achieve complexion perfection. But are they all they are hyped up to be? Arissa Ha explores

Midway between a cake, a tart and a slice, these slab cakes are the perfect way to sweeten a crowd.

Perfect for the time challenged, these clever beauty devices let you cleanse, lift and firm at your own convenience.

This Earth Day, we’re having a conversation about conservation with four women who are doing their bit to save our planet – one eco-friendly gesture at a time.

With her fearless spirit and flair for fitness, eco-warrior Liv Lo Golding is lending a touch of glam to environmental issues and she has a powerful message for climate change sceptics.

YOU’VE HEARD OF THE HEMLINE INDEX (ITS THEORY: THE BETTER THE ECONOMY, THE SHORTER THE SKIRTS).

FOR ALL OF FASHION’S FINERY AND GLAMOUR, MENTAL HEALTH ISN’T SOMETHING THAT IT’S NAILED GOING BY THE LUMINARIES IT HAS CLAIMED (THIS YEAR MARKS THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY OF ALEXANDER MCQUEEN’S TRAGIC SUICIDE).

For decades, Her World has been a champion for women – in mind, body and action.

Young, beautiful and digital savvy, these three faces represent the new breed of Singapore models and they’re making major moves in some of SS ‘20’s most eyecatching looks.

Combat in the FFVII Remake is a marvelous blend of frenetic button-mashing action, spur-of-the-moment tactical decision-making, and really unlike any game I’ve played to date. Here’s everything I garnered from the demo.

A total of 155 new products. More than 180 award categories. A panel of 14 dedicated judges. Weeks of non-stop testing.

Take your afternoon treats to the next level with these decadent creations

Update your everyday makeup look with the best spring/summer trends.

Every year on March 8 – International Women’s Day, women are recognised for their push to break barriers and create a better world for all women.

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

For decades, Her World has been a champion for women – in mind, body and action.

Adobe’s latest drawing app–Fresco– offers you an incredible range of drawing and painting tools right on your iPad, but how to get started? Here is a little tutorial courtesy of Michael Ng(@mindflyer) on how to render your design in Adobe Fresco.

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

KELSEY LU ISN’T INTERESTED IN TRENDS AND AVOIDS BEING TYPECAST. THE SINGER-CELLIST JUST WANTS TO MAKE HER MUSIC HEARD.

Another year, another set of true wireless earbuds. This year the competition has only gotten stiffer, with Bluetooth 5.0 and water resistance becoming the norm. But there’s far more competition too. Here’s your definitive true wireless shootout.

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.

Lush and luxe escapades for a soul-reviving, peace-inducing overhaul.

Healing, sculpting and tension-relieving sessions that invigorate from head to toe.

Specialist sessions that will get you primped and prepped flawlessly.

For actress Elisabeth Moss, a little bit of mystery is always in fashion.

Four couples, four different stages of marriage – this is how love blossomed and thrived between them.

Sequels used to mean one thing, and there was seldom any ambiguity around it.

The Japanese lifestyle lends itself to wellness with a love for gardens, healthy eating and onsen baths.

Three female farmers find joy living outside the concrete junggle and embracing the laid-back approach of slow living.

Maybe it’s because most of us only use them one way – by dusting them all over our cheeks – when they are really more versatile than that.

The premise here: Brights and bold prints definitely brighten our days.

Do you even know your credit score? With the new year upon us, it’s time to start keeping track of it, and we bust credit score myths.

The Harper’s BAZAAR Asia NewGen Fashion Award 2019 winners and finalists take modern design to new heights and depths.

Colour experts recommend these reassuring shades of green and blue to ease us in and set the tone for 2020.

You shouldn’t feel bad about taking time out to look after your well-being or spending on a much-deserved spot of pampering. Here are our picks for where to go. The reward: glossier hair, smoother skin, and feeling much more relaxed.

Keeping active is good for your little one’s development, but make sure you support her with the right nutrition, sun protection and even regular downtime.

Preschool is rarely a smooth journey for children.

Gen Z wunderkinds Kiernan Shipka, Yara Shahidi and National Youth Poet Laureate Kara Jackson talk about what it means to come of age in the first year of the new decade.

NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 2080 Super is very, very fast, but if you’re looking to take things up a notch with factory overclocks and custom cooling solutions, there are plenty of cards out there vying for your money.

( IF YOU HAPPEN TO FALL INTO THIS PARTICULAR GROUP OF PEOPLE )

Entrepreneurs in the business of creating happiness share how they, in turn, experience it.

Despite its odd layout, this homeowner managed to incorporate all his family’s needs and achieve a luxurious look, too. ELIZA HAMIZAH finds out how.

Discover why retinoids are still considered the top anti-ageing ingredient type after over 30 years

A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN

9 NINE AÉSTHETICS TREATMENTS, DEMYSTÌFIED

9 NINE AÉSTHETICS TREATMENTS, DEMYSTÌFIED

The year end = a getaway for your mind and body. Luxe out and recuperate at these wellness retreats that look great, and are even better for the soul.

The bar is raised with Fenty Beauty’s newest launches — hear from the brand’s Global Make-Up Artist on the ever-growing empire.

Matriarchs Kris Jenner and Yolanda Hadid channel archenemies Alexis and Krystle Carrington in a hilarious send-up of the iconic ’80s soap opera. By Mike Sager.

Blaze a trail in winter’s boldest, brightest coats and jackets.

Hide under-eye dark circles, shape those arches and draw your eyeliner like a pro – we teach you how to truly enhance the windows to your soul.

Complete your at-home self-care routine with the best facial masks for your skin.

Take it to the limit with Chanel’s J12 timepieces—where form and function push all boundaries.

What is it like to beat breast cancer? We talk to three women who battled the disease and have emerged feeling empowered, educated and enlightened.

These products block out the blue light which can cause pigmentation and oxidative stress.

Master these seven movement patterns and you’ll move better, minimise injury, and expand your workout repertoire.

Being fit and healthy is a lifelong journey that comes more easily when you have the right support. And NG HUI RU, winner of Shape Fit Girl 2019, is all set to give you that.

Get to know the top fi nalists of Shape Fit Girl 2019 through these fun facts.

Ever wondered how to reuse toilet paper rolls, instead of simply discarding them? Well, Paris-based artists Anastassia Elias and Junior Fritz Jacquet have found creative ways to transform them into whimsical miniature universes and captivating face masks.

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Constantly battling the bulge or just not sleeping or eating properly? Here’s a must-read for the sake of your heart health.

These beauty experts are responsible for helping people look their best. Here, they share the easiest and best makeup tips that anyone can follow

When famously eco-minded fashion designer Stella McCartney takes on a new role as sustainability adviser to the head of the world’s largest luxury conglomerate (that’s LVMH), and some of the biggest labels – from Chanel to Coach – renounce the use of contentious animal-derived materials, it will be impossible to ignore the signs: High fashion entering a new era.

While most people take photographs as a way to create lasting memories, this intrepid artist found a unique way to make his.

THE BEST OF STREET STYLE BOILS DOWN TO INDIVIDUALITY, AND WITH PUNK ELEMENTS LIKE SEW-ON PATCHES AND DESIGN DETAILS THAT LET ONE CUSTOMISE ONE’S LOOK, THE LATEST INSTALMENT OF 2 MONCLER 1952 HAS US COVERED.

HOW BEST TO DESCRIBE THE FALL/WINTER 2019 RUNWAY TRENDS SINGLED OUT OVER THE NEXT 12 PAGES AND THE SINGAPORE PHOTOGRAPHERS WE GOT TO LENS THEM: FRESH, PUNCHY, BETTER KNOW THEM NOW.

As she makes her buzzy dramatic debut in this summer’s The Farewell, Awkwafina talks shop with her friend Margaret Cho—and returns to the deli where she worked before hitting it big.

This is a home where everything has a specific placement. Homeowner Mads tells LYNN TAN that to keep things tidy, it is important to design for what you need, based on what you have.

THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS THAT MAKE US…

White is light and breezy.

Paris-based French artist L’Atlas’ universal language of lines, shapes and letters sees him crossing boundaries.

We pick the best of the best for your mane with these stellar hair products, innovative treatments and styling services from our Hair Awards winners. Here’s to healthy luscious locks.

Restore, revive and reinvigorate! Whatever your mane issues are, there’s a hair product or treatment that will help target your hair concerns.

A sports massage may not be a blissful experience, but it’s an effective treatment that will heal old injuries and prevent new ones.

Enjoy cooking with these kids' friendly recipes- sweet potato dumplings, pan-fried meat buns or glutinous rice balls

Your guide to luxury travel & wellness.

Guide to Stylish Spas.

Her star has soared ever since she made her acting debut in 2003, but Felicia Chin’s feet have stayed firmly grounded.

The best of America comes out to play with graphic prints and rich hues set against cult works from the L.A. edition of the Frieze Art Fair.

The web browser is your window to the world, so pick wisely.

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

Makeup artist Alex T tells us how to get it right.

GLAMOUR MIGHT HAVE A WHOLE NEW LOOK AT A TIME WHEN STREETWEAR AND ALTERNATIVE SUBCULTURES ARE SOME OF THE BIGGEST INFLUENCES ON FASHION. BUT AS THE SIX EXPERIMENTAL, INSTAGRAM-SCOUTED STYLE STARS HERE PROVE, ONE THING REMAINS: IT’S A LOT MORE FUN WITH A WHOLE LOTTA ATTITUDE.

Far from playing a supporting role, hard-to-find seasonal greens (and reds and purples) from around the world are leading the menus at some Singapore restaurants. Such veggies are no longer merely garnishes from the garden.

Stephanie Dickson isn’t waiting for the world to change – she’s doing it now, for the world. The founder of green is the new black, Asia’s first conscious festival and platform, wants you to know that living more sustainably is a journey.

This is your guide to the winning face and body treatments in the 2019 Her World Spa Awards. Keep it somewhere safe – you’ll be referring to it often. What the Her World team loves about this batch of winners from beauty salons, medispas, swanky hotels and specialist boutiques: There’s a wellness indulgence for every week of the year, plus extras for tough times.

Polyhydroxy acids are the new superstars of over-the-counter chemical exfoliants. They’re milder than their alpha-hydroxy acid cousins, gentle enough for sensitive skin, and nourish and protect in ways other acids do not. Engracia Ang investigates them.

Read on for the 10 hottest trends from the most widely anticipated design event of the year!

The way we eat today calls for no rules – just fresh, healthy ingredients and innovative combinations that taste as good for breakfast and lunch as they do for dinner.

Turn one basic scone recipe into super yummy treats for any time of the day.

Body confidence is about the ability to proudly accept each flaw and imperfection. While many would baulk at donning a swimsuit for our cameras, these four women show what it means to celebrate body positivity.

A lot goes on behind the scenes in a password manager.

Kazuaki Ishiguro, Chief Blockchain Architect, Connectome.

The Her World team tested myriad shampoos, conditioners, hair masks and leave-in treatments. The aim: to round up the best products for every hair type.

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

Augmented reality is opening up vast new possibilities to how people access and consume fashion, design and lifestyle. Keng Yang Shuen reports on how the technology is increasingly giving everyone a chance to get a front row experience – and more.

SHRUNKEN HEMLINES, EXAGGERATED PANTS AND SHOULDERS, UNEXPECTED POPS OF BOLD, BRIGHT COLOUR – PRE-FALL’S COQUETTISH TURN ON ’70S-INSPIRED TAILORING GIVES NEW MEANING TO THE TERM LOUNGE SUIT.

Most people probably do not associate men with the beauty industry, but we speak to a few good guys who are building careers out of making women (and men) beautiful.

There’s so much more to health than your body weight.

IN FACT, @BELLYWELLJELLY AND @OHHOWSTRANGE INVITED CLEO TO SIT DOWN WITH THEM AT STRAITS CLAN, WHERE WE TALKED ABOUT THEIR FRIENDSHIP, EXPERIENCING SOCIAL MEDIA FATIGUE, AND HOW WE’RE ALL TRYING, IN OUR OWN LITTLE WAYS, TO CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT THAT UPLIFTS OTHER WOMEN.

Build maximum strength using minimum equipment.

These Singapore artists – working with wildly differing media – share their artistic journey with Hayley Tai.

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

What does it mean to be a mum who prioritises her wellbeing, happiness and career above family and kids? It means being a fulfilled and happy mother who is able to transmit all those #wins to her loved ones.

The idea of skin lightening has a bad rap.

The fresh, new approach to this beloved cuisine puts a twist on traditional dishes, with an emphasis on vegetables prepared in wildly creative ways. The result is bright, beautiful, and intensely flavourful. Here, two top chefs share the meals they love – and you will too.

At Baselworld 2019, Rolex unveiled the latest iteration of its Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master.

For actress Constance Lau, snagging a role in Crazy Rich Asians was validation that her years of hard work and gumption had finally hit pay dirt.

Before being a vegetarian was trendy, before being kind to animals was the thing to do, before climate change became a contentious issue, and before fashion had to clean up its act in every way, Stella McCartney was committed to fashion sustainability.

EVERLANE HAS MADE A COMMITMENT TO USE NO VIRGIN PLASTIC IN ITS ENTIRE SUPPLY CHAIN BY 2021.

Chef Han Li Guang has grand plans for grown-in-Singapore products.

For reals. Here’s how to wear the Pantone Colour of the Year without looking like you have pink eye.

You already know you need to moisturise, use sunscreen and remove all your makeup before bed. Here are some lesser-known beauty mistakes you could be making.

Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ .

We celebrate International Women’s Day with a coterie of women who are ground-breaking and pioneering in their respective (and respected) fields, from AI to social welfare to F&B. These are Singapore’s new game changers.

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

There are fit girls; and then there are extraordinary fit girls – the ones who insist on using their hard-earned physical abilities to give a leg up to the disadvantaged. To mark this year’s International Women’s Day (Mar 8), the team found three such superwomen who have dedicated their time and heart to a meaningful cause. From promoting mental health and raising funds for kidney patients to helping victims of domestic violence in Cambodia, each of these profiles will inspire you to look at life diff erently

TV presenter, model, writer, DJ, and all-around fashion and beauty icon Alexa Chung isn’t done yet. She’s designing her own clothing line – and revving up for her next steps.

The new Porsche 911 is filled with a host of new technologies that make this everyday sports car even better.

From the metallic shine of mesh dresses to the power of primary bold separates, celebrate spring/summer 2019 with unapologetically sexy, feminine and empowering fashion for today’s glamazons.

Gigabyte Aero 15Y.

What’s Normal And When To Worry

Jaguar’s first electric car – and Singapore’s first electric SUV – sounds great on paper, but what is it really like to live with one?

Yes, there are ways to turn things around – without losing your temper. Here, the experts share strategies you can use in common bratty situations.

THREE YOUNG NAMES; THREE NEW WAYS TO SEE AND WEAR CLASSICS.

THE GODDESS OF POP AND ORIGINATOR OF GYPSY MEETS SHOWGIRL GLAMOUR HAS BEEN GETTING US BABES SINCE 1965.

It pays to be diligent with your skincare – and skin doesn’t just stop at your face.

It’s taken awhile, but full-frame mirrorless cameras are finally being produced by companies other than Sony.

So the new year is here, and you’re looking to add a statement to your living room. How does a large 4K TV sound? Here are three of the very best 4K TVs you can buy today.

What the colour shares in common with classic crimson:

Want to take your Lunar New Year feasting up a level this year?

From tree-posing in Sri Lanka to fasciatherapy in Paris, retreat to these restorative spa destinations for a trip of the holistic kind

State-of-the-art treatments and new-age ingredients that defy gravity and the tests of time

Everyone on the Shape team worked her butt off (literally) to bring you this prized list.

SHE’S STRONG AND CONFIDENT, AND SHE’S NOT AFRAID TO SPEAK UP ABOUT HER PERSONAL STRUGGLES.

The modern way of taking care of your skin is not about piling on products in multiple steps.

Meet 23-year-old founder Xenia Wong, whose brand has just three essential products for glowing skin.

Take a leaf from the stylebooks of these celebs who continue to wow over the years.

Triple-tested - for your success every time.

We tested over 600 products from 300 brands to bring you the very best your skin deserves.

Supercharge your skincare and makeup regime with the best beauty picks of 2019.

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.

DJI Osmo Pocket.

There is such a thing as going overboard with the glow. We should look natural – and here’s how to do it.

Can you give us a quick rundown of Workplace by Facebook?

Preschool is rarely a smooth journey for children. SASHA GONZALES asks the experts how to handle the most common dilemmas, from separation anxiety to having trouble making new friends.

New age therapies can sound kooky, but they may be the key to getting your mind out of its rut.

Set up your own little cocktail bar, and have a supply of these delish drinks ready for your Christmas party

From healthcare to technology, this year’s cohort of winning women are changing the world as we know it with their smarts, hard work and unwavering dedication to uplifting others.

After years of ceding the limelight to K-beauty, Nihon makeup and skincare are flexing their muscle and making their presence felt once again on the global stage.

Last month, Google rolled out Night Sight for its Pixel phones, including the Pixel 2 and 2016’s Pixel.

Fujifilm X-T3

NVIDIA’s Turing cards are packed with advanced ray tracing technology. It’ll be awhile before you can take advantage of that though, but in the meantime, these cards are still very, very fast. For every hardcore gamer out there, here are the best GeForce RTX 2080s money can buy.

Why moves to curb tailpipe emissions have met with mixed results, at best.

Why moves to curb tailpipe emissions have met with mixed results, at best.

Try our easy three-in-one fruit mix, studded with festive dried cranberries and rich with brandy, to create a traditional Christmas cake, pudding and cute mince pies

Make each Christmas gift count with useful presents from Brother

A round-up of our fave beauty finds of the moment.