Have you always wanted to have custom-made furniture and homewares? Don’t know where to start? Afraid that it will break the bank? Overwhelmed by the sheer options? Custom experts answer all your burning questions about bespoke items.

No more accidental scalding or an owie from sharp edges while showering. Thanks to hansgrohe’s new Croma E range, showering is fun and safe for everyone, whether you are tall or small.

With the announcement of the iPhone 12 series and the lead-up to the pre-order season comes a natural question for users who swear by the iOS ecosystem: which is the right iPhone 12 for your needs?

Vivo X50 Pro

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.

Huawei Nova 7 SE.

How Land Rover is moving forward in the Covid-19 era, according to Robin Colgan.

Sony Xperia 10 II

We don’t have to look too far to find custom-made sustainable wood furniture in Singapore. Some trees even grow in our gardens.

Vivo V19

They’re the frontrunners in local skincare and makeup, coming up with exciting new products and clever ways of doing things.

These local labels got their start from crowdfunding, but have gone on to set up their own brands. Here’s why you should #supportlocal by backing them too.

As staying home becomes the new going out, we’re filling our wardrobes with these key new styles.

The latest and most talked-about collections

Samsung Galaxy Buds+.

A new multi-purpose concealer touts itself to be The One.

With 5G taking its time to reach our smartphone users here, do the current crop of 5G-ready smartphones matter in Singapore?

With 5G taking its time to reach our smartphone users here, do the current crop of 5G-ready smartphones matter in Singapore?

SOLID WOOD FOR THE WIN

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.

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

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.

Every brand has star products that sell millions worldwide, backed by big budgets.

Going beyond the K-pop style, these five South Korean designers are creating sleek, everyday pieces for the modern woman.

Xiaomi Mi Note 10/10 Pro.

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

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.

Add these in your skincare routine for healthier skin.

Ford Mustang Mach-E.

Elevate your reunion dinner gathering with a stylish table spread fit for presenting those sumptuous dishes.

Christmas is a special time when family and friends come together to laugh, love and feast. Make your festive celebrations extra special with these amazing recipes

Home & Decor Pop Up debuts with a variety of home products and services.

Porsche’s new sports car is criminally good.

The latest and most talked-about collections

To prolong your “good hair day” after an in salon hair treatment, you need to use the right and effective home care.

Less is so much more when it comes to skincare, and we discovered this new range has even better intentions.

DESIGN NEWS, PLACES TO VISIT, THINGS TO BUY.

Restaurants are turning to alternative pairings for diners who don’t drink.

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

Classic flybridge cruisers like the well-credentialled Maritimo M51 combine luxury with performance, a combination that has proven popular with bluewater sailors and sports fishers alike.

Writer Kate O’Brien

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).

THE BRAND NEW AMELS 60 sees the Dutch builder’s Limited Editions range expand with this model made together with reputed naval architect Espen Øino.

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

DESIGN NEWS, PLACES TO VISIT, THINGS TO BUY.

BUY - NEW TO TOWN

The ingredient is so uncommon that the top-of-the-line cream from this range costs $1,650. Mary-Ann Soh finds out more about Decorte’s revamped anti-ageing skincare line.

The latest and most talked-about collections.

You know and love them. Now, they’ve been updated, or added a new family member. Karen Tee singles out the iconic beauty bestsellers that have gotten a refresh in the past six months.

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

Your guide to luxury travel & wellness.

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

Passion, grit and a love for all things beauty – discover how these passionate women founded their own beauty empires.

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

HEADLINED BY THEIR RANGE OF FLOW-FORMED, LIGHTWEIGHT ALLOY WHEELS, KONIG KNOWS HIGH-TECH AND GREAT DESIGN AND UNDERSTANDS WHAT THE PERFORMANCE ENTHUSIAST DESIRES.

OPPO SPECIAL

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

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

Cleanser #goals

From the food choices that we make, the thoughts and hormones that fuel the choices to the diets that have worked and will continue to work, we explore the reasons behind the dreaded weight gain – and find out how to avoid it altogether.

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.

When it comes to the kitchen, the countertop is where all the action happens – that’s why durability is essential.

Yearning to design a modern Industrial-style cook zone? Kitchen specialist Song-Cho is your one-stop provider of sleek-looking and quality stainless steel equipment.

Yearning to design a modern Industrial-style cook zone? Kitchen specialist Song-Cho is your one-stop provider of sleek-looking and quality stainless steel equipment.

The feminine colour is the unexpected inspiration of the new 24-Shade Dior Addict Stellar Shine lipstick range. Sofia Kim heads To Seoul for a front row preview and got the brand’s VIPS, Dior makeup creative/image director Peter Philips (PP) and face of the collection Cara Delevingne (CD), to expound on its allure and relevance.

Equipped with the latest technology and offering a comprehensive range of aesthetic treatments, Edwin Lim Medical Aesthetic Clinic is the one-stop destination for all your beauty needs.

A NON-FACIAL BEAUTY HIT LIST (AKA WHAT TO USE NOW TO IMPROVE THE LOOK AND HEALTH OF YOUR HAIR, NECK, HANDS AND BODY)

Packed with nutritious goodness, these flavourful bowls let you #eattherainbow with ease. And they are perfect for a post-workout meal.

From furniture, appliances to decor accessories, Marina Square offers everything you need for the home under one roof.

A spot of rejuvenation might just be the tonic you need to see out the rest of the year.

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.

Mesh networking systems are incredibly helpful at ridding homes of wi-fi dead spots but with so many to choose from today, it can be difficult to tell which is right for you.

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

Eat Right ! FUEL YOUR BODY!

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?

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

EVERYONE EXPECTED RICCARDO TISCI’S DEBUT FOR THE BRITISH HERITAGE LABEL TO BE A HYPED-OUT, CELEBRITY– CHARGED AFFAIR – AND THEN IT WAS ANYTHING BUT.

WE TRY, YOU BUY.

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

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

From gluten-free muffins to low-carb bread and beef jerky, these wholesome, made-inSingapore snacks will fill you up while providing some essential nutrients.

Like Knight Rider’s famous autonomous car, Audi’s A8 is packed with clever speech and driver-assisted technology.

GLASS SKIN

Makeup for men – and genderless makeup – is becoming mainstream.

ALL THE BUZZ IN FASHION.

Embrace the elements in accomodations that combine the best of the outdoors with the height of luxury.

SHARP STYLING AND SMART STORAGE ARE JUST SOME OF THE FEATURES DEFINING THE SKODA SUPERB AND KODIAQ.

Latest store openings by a local furniture retailer and the Australian DIY brand.

ANOTHER year has come to an end, and the editorial team has picked the cars that dilated our pupils, weakened our knees and set our hearts a-flutter.

The German sportscar maker has embraced the electrification trend with a vengeance, and it is a slinky four-door saloon that will lead its charge.

Nissan’s second-generation electric hatch is decidedly sportier and more driveable.

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

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.

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

Here’s the basis of Botaneco Garden’s Organic Chia Seed Oil & Honey range:

A healthy scalp is the start of better hair.

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

Following the success of the inaugural #TBLblockparty last year, the event returns this year, bigger and better!

Green Entrepreneurs & Champions.

With its numerous improvements, 802.11ax looks set to be the next big wireless standard, but why should you care?

A high-quality cabin with a technologically advanced cockpit gives this small Mercedes the appeal of an S-Class.

Its latest season sees Ermenegildo Zegna expanding its all-encompassing universe.

WMF Fusiontec Mineral cookware doesn’t only look good, it’s made to last with an innovative high-tech material

It’s stressful enough weaning your baby without your mother-in-law interfering too. DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON shows you how to create a win-wean situation.

Jaguar’s sharp-looking electric SUV is radically different from the rest of the company’s “cats”.

THE HYUNDAI KONA, TUCSON AND SANTA FE ARE WELL-DESIGNED, POWERFUL AND VERSATILE SUVS READY TO MEET THE CHALLENGES POSED BY ANY LIFESTYLE.

Ready to save some money? JASSMIN PETER-BERNTZEN rounds up the top baby equipment rental places to hit for everything, from breast pumps to carriers, toys and even winter wear.

Sony CyberShot RX100 VI By Marcus Wong

The new anti-ageing serum from South Korean luxury holistic beauty brand Sulwhasoo uses different parts of the ginseng plant to support skin, plump wrinkles and firm facial contours.

Get the minimalist look of Japanese-style designs while keeping your home neat and tidy, with these top picks of home and lifestyle accessories from Japanese brand Muji.

Get the minimalist look of Japanese-style designs while keeping your home neat and tidy, with these top picks of home and lifestyle accessories from Japanese brand Muji.

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.

With its sharper design and enhanced dynamics, the third- generation Cerato is the K-pop star of family saloons, and it’s bound to impress buyers.

51 winners 115 treatments 29 categories We’ve tested them all, and you’ve voted for your favourites. Here’s our guide to the best and most effective facials, pampering massages and hair treatments this year.

EVENTS, PROMOTIONS & NEWS

An indoor playground, a climbing theme park and a laser tag arena – hang out at these family-friendly play facilities with your children, ELISA CHIA suggests.

These 30 food brands from Singapore are trusted by generations of chefs, home cooks and foodies.

Do your hair a favour and indulge in these in-salon solutions.

Hyundai Ioniq Electric.

She’s been with the brand from the cradle, covering various aspects of the business from product QC and training to PR and mentoring. Suzanne Santos talks about the lifelong enterprise she co-founded.

Ready, steady, shop!

No home is complete without showcasing your favourite souvenirs and decor accessories. Dressing your sideboards, side tables and display shelves with knick-knacks you love adds character to your living spaces.

PRETTY NECES SARY With homeowners becoming more in tune with design trends, even the appliances they buy have to be pretty. These include ceiling fans, which have a bad reputation for being an unsightly, albeit necessary, home appliance.

Get gorgeous and radiant skin with Sothys’ Hydra3Ha Hyaluronic Acid range.

Best Anti-flakes Shampoo.

Spanning 4,200sqf and two storeys, this showroom offers more than just ordinary blinds and curtains

Your preschooler still throws tantrums because she hasn’t yet learnt to regulate her emotions. DR RICHARD C. WOOLFSON shows you how to teach her to manage them better.

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

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!

The Rolls-Royce Cullinan, named after the biggest diamond ever discovered, is probably the largest and most luxurious SUV to ever set tyre on tarmac – or on any terrain where the car can roll out the red velvet carpet for ridiculously rich folks.

Fantastic mid-range ultra-wide gaming performance, but comes with a steep premium.

Our skin is like a reservoir: it has water, it holds water, but it can’t retain water. Moisturisers step up to help.

Local furniture retailer carrying Nordic-style pieces.

Sothys’ new Hydra3Ha™ range is packed with Triple Hyaluronic Acid, which draws moisture to your skin and keeps it there for continuous hydration.

At multi-brand lifestyle concept store Dreamweave, you are invited to see, touch, smell and feel the range of artisanal products from all over the world.

At multi-brand lifestyle concept store Dreamweave, you are invited to see, touch, smell and feel the range of artisanal products from all over the world.

Sothys’ new Hydra3Ha™ range is packed with Triple Hyaluronic Acid, which draws moisture to your skin and keeps it there for continuous hydration.

Get wood-, marble-look surfaces, or nanotechnology materials in your home without worrying about maintenance with these laminate and Compact options.

At multi-brand lifestyle concept store Dreamweave, you are invited to see, touch, smell and feel the range of artisanal products from all over the world.

Uniqlo’s clothing collaboration with designers isn’t limited to the adult range.

Our hair texture – too frizzy, too flat, too coarse – is often the culprit on bad hair days. A new line of Je L’aime haircare promises to keep it all in check for beautiful hair every day.

Getting the kids to bed is much easier when they have their dream bedroom. SASHA GONZALES discovers the furniture shops that make it happen.

MANAGING EXECUTIVE OFFICER; POWERTRAIN DEVELOPMENT, VEHICLE DEVELOPMENT MAZDA MOTOR VELOPMENT AND PRODUCT PLANNING OR CORPORATION

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

Get the glowing skin you’ve always wanted with the new EVERSOFT Skinz Hydra Nature range.

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

Say goodbye to love handles with these high-technology wearables.

Celebrate Chinese New Year on a glowing note with Astique The Aesthetic Clinic’s wide range of face and body treatments that’ll help you look and feel amazing.

Ring in the Year of the Dog with these stylish looks for the whole family.

With an increasing number of cafes and restaurants serving up delicious, wholesome vegetarian food, there’s no better time to go meatless than now. Here are our favourites.

Every month since September 2016, we have been curating ideas and experiences for this column that aim to do three things: encourage you to take the less-travelled path (literally and figuratively); inspire you to do better by yourself and others; and live a little more – even a little smarter. For our last issue of 2017, we’ve added a fourth thing: ideas and experiences that also make darn good gifts.

Treat your baby’s skin right with the QV Baby range that promises to protect and nourish his delicate skin.

Every month since September 2016, we have been curating ideas and experiences for this column that aim to do three things: encourage you to take the less-travelled path (literally and figuratively); inspire you to do better by yourself and others; and live a little more – even a little smarter. For our last issue of 2017, we’ve added a fourth thing: ideas and experiences that also make darn good gifts.

Home & Decor travels 12 hours across the globe to Helsinki, where Habitare – the country’s annual and prestigious interior, design and furniture fair – is taking place.

The latest and most talked-about collections

A bottle of liquid foundation is the beauty equivalent of the little black dress – every woman owns more than one. Especially when the latest formulations promise to stay budge-proof for 24 hours. Estee Lauder’s Double Wear Nude Water Fresh Makeup SPF30/PA++ ($62) has an ultra-fluid texture and boasts specially formulated pigments that are said to adhere to skin for hours of coverage. There’s also YSL Beaute’s All Hours Foundation ($98), which has an ultra-absorbent polymer to absorb moisture, and keep your game face intact in Singapore’s humidity.

Not all eggs are created equal. Here’s what the different labels mean.

CONSIDERING BUYING YOUR FIRST BOAT AND DON’T HAVE A BIG BUDGET? APB PRESENTS MODELS STARTING FROM UNDER US$50,000 UP TO US$200,000 – INCLUDING DELIVERY TO ASIA.

AFTER CELEBRATING ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY IN 2015, PRINCESS YACHTS IS QUIETLY EMBARKING ON A BOLD NEW CHAPTER OF GROWTH WHILE STAYING TRUE TO ITS ‘CRAFTED IN PLYMOUTH’ HERITAGE.

Save the legwork – and guesswork – involved in looking for new beauty products that will suit your skin as you get older. Dione Chen reports from Tokyo on Cosme Decorte’s latest anti-ageing range.

Revive your looks and revel in radiance with LANEIGE.

Quench your skin with the new Hydra Nature range from EVERSOFT™ SKINZ™, which harnesses the power of natural ingredients to deliver unparalleled hydration.

The newest Range Rover traversed fjords and mountains on a 370km road trip in Norway, home of the Vikings.

LAGOON WILL DEBUT its new flagship, the Seventy 8 power catamaran, and stage world premieres of the Lagoon 50 and 40 sailing cats at the Cannes Yachting Festival (September 12-17).

HERE’S WHAT LOYAL USERS OF LANCÔME’S ABSOLUE RANGE HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE ABSOLUE PRECIOUS CELLS DAY CREAM.

Millennials demand skincare that works harder – it has to be simple to use, and have natural ingredients, an advanced formula and exceptional texture. The packaging should be thoughtful and appealing. That's not wishful thinking, as these two new ranges prove.

Tiny particles from cigarette smoke, vehicle fumes and construction work can accelerate skin ageing. Even your hair and scalp get a substantial dose of it, resulting in excessive sebum secretion, redness, itching and dandruff as well as fading colour, hair loss, dryness and brittleness. The good news: you can counter this damage.

Ensure your tiny tykes rule the playground in style with UGG’s range of footwear for kids. Babies and mums alike will love the functional collection of sneakers and sandals that are perfect for summer.

THE BMW i3 DELIVERS MORE THAN JUST PERFORMANCE AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY.

THE BMW i3 DELIVERS MORE THAN JUST PERFORMANCE AND ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY.

What is mesh networking and how can it improve home Wi-Fi? “One of the benefits of mesh networking is that you can always add on. That kind of fiexibility from a hardware perspective is definitely something to think about as well.”

Let a statement-making feature wall be the focal point of your home.

FROM INDONESIA TO THAIL AND AND MYANMAR, ENJOY EXPLORING SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL SCENERY IN SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST STUNNING CHARTER YACHTS.

Sleek and chic, Econflo Systems’ range of sanitary ware caters to discerning homeowners looking to combine form with function.

With award-winning German premium kitchen brand Siematic, you will be able to create a functional and stylish kitchen that’s perfect for cooking, dining and hanging out in.

Fresh out of Salone del Mobile in Milan, the Anglepoise Mini metallic collection is a sophisticated range that will add an effortlessly chic atmosphere to your office and living room.

Inspired by Indonesian and South-east Asian design traditions, Ikea has launched Jassa, a range of furniture and furnishings

The Damen SeaXplorer range of 65m to 100m expedition yachts promises life-changing encounters for those who dream of discovering the world beyond limits.

QV Baby protects and nourishes even the most sensitive and delicate skin types.

Healthy skin is beautiful skin. Now, a new anti-ageing range by Japanese brand ORBIS promises to help achieve that by looking after the enzymes that support essential skin functions such as moisture retention and damage repair.

The Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong introduces a range of face and body treatments by Epicuren, a Californian skincare brand known for combining the best of nature with cutting-edge technology to create age-defying products.

I fell in love with Klear’s range of acrylic decor accessories, especially this adorable vase, at Siam Paragon department store in Bangkok, Thailand.

Because not all sensors are made equal.

Saw a show that might interest you the minute you launched Netflix? That’s no accident. Streaming services aren’t just online video repositories anymore, here’s what Netflix is cooking up behind the scenes to get you hooked.

Be the hostess with the mostest this festive season with satisfying, delicious tidbits that’ll please all your guests.

NAMED THE European Powerboat of the Year 2016 and the recipient of a Boat Builders Award for 2015, the 16.2m three-deck Galeon 500 Fly is available for sale by Asiamarine. The model is equipped with three cabins accommodating up to six people and features a large interior space. Boasting a 725hp engine, the customisable hull has a unique beach mode that extends the width of the cockpit to 6m by dropping down both the port and starboard sides.

The sixth vessel in the monte carlo yachts collection was designed by the well-known team at nuvolari and lenard.

Dress up your child’s nursery with new arrivals from Deer Industries. The Fynn (pictured) and Fay furniture collections, designed and made by Dutch company Kidsmill, features white and wood designs with soft, pleasing profiles.

Sign up for a two-year subscription to any of these titles and take home a sure-win lucky dip prize and a free gift.

We know how amazing superfoods are for our bodies, but are you giving your hair the nutrients it craves too?

Find everything from ladylike pieces to edgy streetwear to basics with a twist at these six highly wearable Korean labels – check them out now.

Nestled within 10,000 Sqm of lush jungle covered hillsides, landscaped gardens and ocean views, ESPA at Resorts world Sentosa is the brand’s flagship spa in Asia and an oasis of tranquillity.

Lollipops, stripes, flowers, glitter and more can be found in the new watches from the Flik Flak Funny Hours Collection 2016.

A Good Eye, Watch This, Relax Anywhere, A Beautiful Mind....

TP-Link Talon AD7200 by Kenny Yeo

Sensual fragrances are a dime a dozen, but this new one from Kenzo Parfums stands out with its fun approach. JACLYN GUNASILAN reports from New York.

The $600 - 800 smartphone tier is one of the most competitive markets today. As increased competition drives the price of these flagship-level smartphones down, consumers reap the rewards of advanced features, premium builds, powerful processors and high-resolution displays. But which offers the most bang for your buck? We find out.

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