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With the Taycan, Porsche has set the standards for how an electric sports car should be.

Tory Burch reflects on a difficult year, the lessons learnt and fashion’s way forward.

She’s only been in Singapore for three years, but Maria Li has made quite a name for herself in tech circles, both for her success and those striking suits.

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.

African-American portraitist Kehinde Wiley on subverting the power relations embedded in certain art traditions.

Richard Mille’s latest is still light and tough – and in a new material.

Easily dressed up or down, these minimalist timepieces are the elegant workhorses of the horological world.

THREE SINGAPORE FEMALE ARTISTS SHOW US THEIR INTERPRETATION.

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.

If 2020 had gone as planned, the peak would have headed to Geneva in april to attend Watches & Wonders, the major watch fair formerly known the Salon Internationale de la haute horlogerie, or SIHH

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.

If there is anyone who knows about surmounting challenges in these tough times, it is the founders of these independent watch companies who have carved a name for themselves in an industry dominated by conglomerates.

An axiom that may have been coined long after the first motor race ever run remains as compelling today: “Racing improves the breed”.

Sporty and Snazzy automotive watcheS to keep you revved up about racing back to the open road.

Audi RS5 Sportback.

Audi releases yet another RS model – this time with a couple of welcome changes under the hood.

Made for the deep, these all-round performers work well – whether you’re diving at sea or into a huge pile of work at your desk.

Maximise your beauty budget and get the most bang for your buck with these smart investment choices.

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

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

But we won’t let it burn. This is how to do your part in the climate crisis.

The best of what’s new for spring, from reimagined classics to safari-inspired glamour.

THE FIRST SEASON OF THE NEW DECADE SAW A LEGION OF DESIGNERS ADDRESSING THE ISSUE OF SUSTAINABILITY AND LONGEVITY—WHETHER BY RETHINKING METHODS AND MATERIALS, IMBUING PIECES WITH MEANING AND PRECIOUSNESS TO BE CHERISHED FOREVER, OR STRIPPING BACK THE SUPERFLUOUS TO CRAFT DESIGNS THAT WILL STAND THE TEST OF TIME.

If you began the decade with a promise of self-love, in dulge in these sensorial rituals from glow-boosting facials to pampering head to toe programmes for the ultimate treat

From tried-and-true favourites to new must-haves, check out this year’s beauty MVPs.

The Year of the Rat comes with new beginnings, and with that, consider new opportunities and challenges as the shift in Qi permeates through 2020. Find out what you can expect and design a grand year for yourself. By Dato Joey Yap

The latest and most talked-about collections

Former US president Barack Obama outlines the challenges facing societies around the globe and where he sees hope.

The bold, the brilliant, and the beautiful on celebrating the power and joys of fashion.

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 )

Flagship smartphone makers have it tough.

Aftershock Vapor Pro 15.

Meet the new Fujifilm instax mini Link More than just a smartphone photo printer, it’s a fun party printer.

Jennifer Aniston has had her slew of big screen hits but it’s from TV that fans fell in love with her.

A nearly forgotten vintage model has been revived after almost 40 years.

Adding a meaningful new layer of refinement to already slick performers is quite an achievement for Australia’s premium marque, Riviera.

There’s no better time or place for yacht makers to unveil their latest creations than at the world’s most prestigious events on water at the Côte d’Azur this autumn. Here, we preview just a few of the head-turners at Cannes Yachting Festival (Sept 10-15) and Monaco Yacht Show (Sept 25-28).

Looking for an easy-to-follow yet effective exercise regime that can help you control the dreaded weight gain? Try this month-long fat-burning routine

AMD’s Ryzen 3000 processors come with a ton of features, including support for the latest PCIe 4.0 standard. To make the most of them though, you’ll need a new X570 motherboard.

The Continental TechShow 2019 was a showcase of the future of the connected, electric car.

The hottest version of the all-new BMW 1 Series is a great drive and has more space inside than the old one, as a blast around Munich reveals.

Ten of our favourite watches from this year’s collections—and they couldn’t be more different from each other.

This new cordless vacuum cleaner from Samsung offers up to 40 minutes of operation on a single charge.

1. A 27-INCH DISPLAY WITH THE RIGHT CURVES

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

The Swiss luxury watchmaker’s centuries-spanning success is anchored to its relentless drive to improve.

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

The second-generation Nissan Leaf is out to electrify EV buyers with its sportier looks, improved interior and longer range.

Given how much our work spaces (and hours!) have changed, maybe it’s time for us to re-think the concept of workwear, says Fashion Editor Cheryl Chan.

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

1. FEATURE-RICH, AND PRICED RIGHT!

SCULPT YOUR BEST BODY EVER!

This HIIT workout includes meditation intervals that will reenergise your mind and maximise the sculpting power of every rep you do. Combine them with our tips on how to upgrade your carbs to achieve lasting energy and a trimmer body.

It seems like it was only yesterday that we were still sending letters and driving manual cars.

Inspired by heritage but made with modernity firmly in mind, the new Clash de Cartier jewellery collection is a study in chic contrasts.

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

Emulating the success of its eponymous Armani Jacket, the Italian house adopts the same concept for its newest foundation: long-lasting appeal, flawless coverage and comfortable wear.

The Nike PG-2 PlayStation Colorway limited edition basketball shoes are the collaborative results between Nike Basketball, Sony PlayStation and NBA star Paul George (PG).

Out of the brutal gauntlet that is the HWM and HardwareZone.com testing labs, only the worthy are bestowed with the coveted Editor's Choice. Herein lies the best products and innovations of 2018.

Out of the brutal gauntlet that is the HWM and HardwareZone.com testing labs, only the worthy are bestowed with the coveted Editor's Choice. Herein lies the best products and innovations of 2018.

Dell XPS 13.

Dell XPS 13.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is the fastest consumer graphics card on the planet.

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.

Gigabyte Aero 15Y.

Could Tag Heuer’s latest experiment set a new benchmark for watchmaking’s trickiest component?

A showcase for new technologies, robots and a series of talks livestreamed to audiences around the world:

Beauty reviews are a dime a dozen all over the Internet.

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.

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

Welcome a year of affluence and good fortune with 2019’s batch of Chinese zodiac watches.

Bring the cash and these cars will bring the speed.

From the ashes of the Yeti comes the Skoda Karoq, an accomplished allrounder that doesn’t put a foot wrong.

The Q8 muscles aside the rest of Audi’s SUV range to sit atop the pile, but does it live up to lofty expectations demanded of an “8” branded Audi?

With electric vehicles toning down decibels, supercars are wading into unfamiliar territory.

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

A headphone amplifier does exactly what its name says it does: it amplifies analog music signals so that they are loud enough to be heard.

Year on year, the PC platform undergoes upgrades in capabilities and performance, but somehow, they don’t quite stack up to the advances in convenience on the mobile phone ecosystem.

Apple MacBook Air (2018)

The flagship smartphone market is one of the most competitive consumer spaces out there. It’s the place where manufacturers get to showcase their greatest research and development, and most luxurious designs. These are the best phones of the year.

The Samsung 860 QVO SSD is the latest affordable high-density SSD from Samsung.

When spaceship tech makes its way to terrestrial flight.

It's not just about performance any more, smartphones are reaching peak luxury lifestyle.

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.

Shopping for a new laptop is a war between excitement and dread. With so many options for a better and faster machine, how do you know you’re paying for the right one? Luckily for us, Lenovo has a diverse and customizable lineup to address different user needs. We’ve picked a few highlights from their online store to prove it.

Mercedes-Benz’s best-selling model for over a decade has been updated and looks set to keep the tills ringing.

Stopping power is the theme for this month as our mechanical engineer addresses your brake-related questions.

The DBS Superleggera is a lighter and harder-hitting grand tourer with a remarkable ability to blend performance and refinement.

The first proper driver’s Bentley Continental GT for which we have all been waiting generations.

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

Entry-level phones used to be drab plastic affairs with limited features and barely usable cameras. All of that has changed in recent years. Budget phones today offer much of the same experience as flagship devices, including bezel-less designs and multiple cameras. But which phone gives the most bang for buck?

Although most of the brands in the watchmaking industry are defined by their heritage, it doesn’t mean that modern technology can’t help create a better watch.

Green Entrepreneurs & Champions.

Schwarzkopf Professional finds the sweet spot between catwalk and commercial – so you can easily look like you’ve just stepped out of the salon every morning.

Feliks Audio Echo.

Batteries are an unsolved problem that’s now invading my desktop.

No one can stop the clock when it comes to ageing, but clever, speedy tweaks to your skincare routine can help slow things down BY ARISSA HA

Both the A4 and Passat are well-dressed, mid-level executives working in the same conglomerate and serving similar customers, but the two Germans do the job differently.

Navigating the vast field of gaming-grade systems can be a mind-boggling task, but with a little bit of know-how, it’s actually easy to find what you need to suit your gaming needs.

You thought you couldn‘t get record-breaking performance without breaking the bank. You thought wrong.

Want to use your gaming laptop forwork and play? With slim bezels, compact chassis, and speedy graphics, gaming laptops have never looked more attractive.

The first high-performer to come out from Hyundai’s Namyang R&D centre is a Korean-German pocket rocket par excellence.

Which of these tough-looking seven-seater SUVs offers the best mix of space, pace and practicality?

The three-pointed star engages the four-rings in a 2-litre battle of topless style, finesse and agility.

Bentley’s latest 6-litre W12 Continental GT coddles and travels even better than its predecessor.

With M Sport suspension as standard, the new BMW X4 is the German carmaker’s best-handling X model yet.

Among purists, date windows on watches can be polarising. For those who are fans, the outsized version known as the big date is the ultimate way to track the passing days.

Young, ambitious and blessed with a unique sound, it's time to add these local indie acts to your playlists.

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

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.

Exceptional sportiness is the name of the luxury game for the latest Lexus saloon.

Forget good sense – sports cars such as the 718 Cayman and F-Type make you happy, but does the Porsche or the Jaguar make you happy as can be?

THE LATEST AND GREATEST

As the living room centrepiece, your TV shouldn’t conform to old conventions.

Dyson Cyclone V10

Razer Nommo Chroma.

Best Brightening Sheet Mask.

The Fuji Xerox DocuCentre SC2022 is an A3 color multifunction printer for the modern office.

Porsche’s new Cayenne E-Hybrid provides more oomph and a longer emission-free range than its predecessor.

Sculpt any muscle you want (yes, really!) at these Shape-tested group exercise classes from Amore Fitness to Yoga Movement.

Beneath the striking looks of the all-new Vantage is a serious driving machine armed with a twin-turbocharged 4-litre V8 and a top speed of 314km/h.

Beneath the striking looks of the all-new Vantage is a serious driving machine armed with a twin-turbocharged 4-litre V8 and a top speed of 314km/h.

For the mega-rich, exclusivity is paramount.

The Nurburgring-conquering 911 GT3 RS is a road-legal track Porsche that deserves to be on every petrol head’s bucket list.

Fashion and beauty come together seamlessly to form a power duo at Seoul Fashion Week.

The Portofino is more powerful and refined than the California T, making it an even more compelling gateway model to the Ferrari world.

Renault’s third-generation “Exocet” pocket rocket is powerful and flavourful, with its warhead aimed at VW’s Golf GTI guided missile.

Both the Golf GTI and Golf R are sporty 2-litre predators that could pass as ordinary transporters, but which wolf from Wolfsburg is the more deceptive predator?

Bookending the soft-top sports field between heaven and mirth are Audi’s R8 Spyder and TT Roadster, windswept devices that blow you away in delightfully different ways.

Which of these luxurious 6-cylinder limos best caters to the towkay who loves to drive and be driven?

Nothing melts away your daily stresses like a trip to the spa: Whether it’s a facial, massage, mani-pedi or wax, these award-winning beauty treatments will have you looking and feeling your best. A perfect spa pampering session is just an appointment away!

Gaming laptops reviews: Alienware 15, Acer Predator Triton 700 to Gigabyte Aero 15x, Asus ROG Zepghyrus GX501

The third-generation Mercedes CLS is armed with a sharper design, cooler features and a sportier character, in a bid to re-assert its position as the pre-eminent four-door coupe.

Audi’s new flagship fastback isn’t just pretty – it’s packed with lots of brilliant technology, too.

Things are looking up for upwardly mobile urbanites in Singapore, thanks to this pair of premium compact SUVs with personality.

Which of these brightly coloured crossovers has a character that’s true to its funky hue?

WITH THE LAUNCH OF THE ECLIPSE CROSS, MITSUBISHI’S SUV LINEUP IN SINGAPORE IS NOW EVEN MORE COMPLETE AND READY TO MEET THE NEEDS OF VARIOUS LIFESTYLES.

Battery-powered cars are finally on the way, but some will inexplicably have a warmer reception than others.

Singapore Repertory Theatre turns a timeless tragedy into a political thriller examining females in power.

HWM Tech Awards winning brand and models for digital gadgets!

Porsche Macan Turbo Performance Package.

Tony Huang, CEO, Energy Eco Chain.

Hear the word ‘drone’, and you’re probably thinking of the kind that fiies, but this drone is designed to swim instead. The PowerRay is a lifestyle underwater robot, featuring multiple conflgurations and add-on components that will allow you to do anything from shooting cool underwater photos and videos, to finding fish through sonar detection. It has a 4K 95-degree wide-angle underwater camera, and can operate at depths up to 30 meters in both freshwater and saltwater environments with a four hour battery life.

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.

BMW’S PHEVS OFFER DISTINCT ADVANTAGES OVER CONVENTIONAL HYBRID AND PETROL ENGINES.

Bmw’s phevs offer distinct advantages over conventional hybrid and petrol engines.

Which of these swanky new fastbacks delivers the best blend of stylishness and speediness?

BMW’s new urban crossover is funkier than the X1 and offers a zippier drive.

Jaguar’s second SUV after the F-Pace is as sporty as any compact crossover out there.

Porsche’s mid-engine sports coupe is stronger and even sportier in GTS specification.

The V8-powered DB11 has fewer ponies than the V12 DB11, but is surprisingly sportier.

These group workouts are crazy effective at raising your metabolism and torching calories for hours (or maybe even days) after.

Could there finally be a mobile competitor to challenge Intel’s dominance?

AFTER REINVENTING HIS FAMILY’S SOLAR PANEL BUSINESS, FRANK PHUAN IS DEMOCRATISING SOLAR POWER IN THE REGION.

BASELWORLD 2017 SAW ROLEX REIMAGINE A NUMBER OF ITS CLASSIC MODELS INTO 904L STEEL VERSIONS, WHICH, WHEN PAIRED WITH THE SIGNATURE ROLEX BLUE, MAKE THE PERFECT WRIST-CANDY. HERE, WE LOOK AT TWO NUMBERS THAT HIT ALL THE RIGHT NOTES IN ERGONOMICS, PRACTICALITY AND STYLE: THE DATEJUST 41 AND SKY-DWELLER.

Being teased about her weight can be traumatic for your tween, and you should take it seriously, says DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON. He offers strategies to help your child deal with the bullying.

The R.N.A POWER line is a must-have to keep the signs of ageing at bay. Here are the five simple steps to follow for best results.

Put your best foot forward in work and personal arenas.

Writer Stephanie Shiu.

Meet the most powerful, fastest, 911 ever.

Which of these three models has the best mix of equipment and abilities to satisfy the family man who wants more than just the basics?

SCHIIT VIDAR.

“Moto Mods are hot-swappable – it doesn’t require you to power off the phone when you switch the modules around.”

Porsche’s fastback flagship is more practical and more personable in Sport Turismo format.

Where peak performance is not peak efficiency.

This is the one bike you’re not using – and the one that will net you the most fat melt and muscle sculpting to transform your body fast.

The current top-end model in the 5 Series lineup has a compelling combination of power, speed and refinement.

Born to conquer and devour its rivals, the 720S is an apex predator in the supercar world.

From ruling the Victoria’s Secret runway, to winning an Emmy for Project Runway, Heidi Klum is showing the world who’s boss.

The idea of power, the omnipresent force that governs us and defines the rules by which we play, starts when we are just babies and rests squarely on the shoulders of our caregivers—be it parents, helpers, nannies or grandparents.

Our energetic engineer tested the Shell Eco-marathon Prototype Car in Singapore – really slowly.

Having just the right amount of power makes the 4S the sweetest model in the new Panamera lineup.

With its improvements in ride, handling and equipment, the second-generation Mazda CX-5 feels even more European than the first one.

The new Q30 takes on the more established CT200h in a bid to win over eco-conscious yuppies looking for a premium hatchback.

Which of these dynamic sports utility vehicles would be most appealing to outdoorsy suburbanites in Singapore?

Our energetic engineer tested the Shell Eco-marathon Prototype Car in Singapore – really slowly.

Having just the right amount of power makes the 4S the sweetest model in the new Panamera lineup.

“Act cute” is an automotive art form perfected by these city babies belonging to Opel and MINI, but which hatch is the better catch?

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Founders Edition

Hint: When its maker doesn’t know what it’s doing.

SOLAR-POWERED YACHTS ARE NOT JUST ABOUT SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT.

LAUNCHING ASTON MARTIN’S ‘SECOND CENTURY’ PLAN, THE DB11 IS THE POWERFUL NEW FIGUREHEAD OF THE ICONIC SERIES POPULARISED BY JAMES BOND

The Aventador S looks more menacing than the Aventador it replaces and packs even more tarmac-shredding firepower.

The latest Tiguan is more than a notch above its predecessor – it is so complete that it actually rivals premium models.

The SLC200 and SL400 are shiny Mercedes stars in the roadster universe, but the big brother is shinier and more special.

A brief introduction to Sense MI and the Ryzen CPU.

The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid is a fastback with plenty of green technology and equally plentiful sportiness.

The core VW model has become more sophisticated, thanks to a host of digital gadgets and clever technologies.

Which of these saloons will prove the most appealing to corporate climbers looking for a continental ride?

15-inch gaming notebooks sit somewhere between beastly desktop replacements and paltry ultrabooks. While packing powerful hardware, they’re still relatively portable too. The only question is, which one should you get?

Supermodel. Supermum. Superwoman. Christy Turlington Burns talks feminism, fashion and the beautiful art of ageing gracefully.

Naomi Alderman’s latest novel challenges gender norms by examining a dystopia in which women are the dominant sex.

Audi’s RS6 Avant wagon and R8 coupe are dramatically different techno-thrillers, but have similarly massive firepower.

She may play the villain in this month’s Power Rangers movie, but Elizabeth Banks, who acts, produces and directs her own films, is Hollywood’s true heroine.

The gorgeous and luxurious Lexus LC coupe is available in two delicious flavours – spicy wasabi V6 hybrid LC500h and peppery V8 LC500.

Porsche’s 911 Carrera GTS bridges the gap between the 911 Carrera S and 911 Turbo.

The new E63 S is the fastest E-Class ever and also an excellent combination of practicality and prestige.