Meet the beauty business owner who wants to empower other women to be their own boss.

FASHION PR, WRITING, MODELLING – BOHAN QIU HAS TRIED HIS HAND AT ALL OF THEM.

Mae Tan brings BAZAAR into her family home, where gloss and glamour are underpinned by real emotional resonance.

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

Cool, muted hues and delicately curved shapes help to create the zen atmosphere of this Balmoral condominium apartment. MELODY BAY does a walk-through.

THEY HAVE THE LOOKS AND STREET CRED.

Wendy Long gives us a peek into her chic, considered domain, where high style reigns supreme.

The only family member still working for the dynastic Italian fashion house, Silvia Venturini Fendi talks to Lydia Slater about the needs of the modern woman and her inclusive fall/winter 2020 collection.

Fashion’s most visionary women are taking the language of femininity to new heights and depths, with the volume turned up to the max.

What makes a business digital-first? The creative minds behind three digital fashion and jewellery enterprises share what it’s like to run in the virtual world.

The pandemic hit the reset button on an industry associated with trends and a taste for the novel. Four players in different areas of fashion and luxury retail share how their work has changed in this new world and their thoughts on the future.

This five-room Choa Chu Kang home to a couple and their four children sports a look that’s not only both contemporary and classically European, but also has plenty of concealed storage space. MELODY BAY scores an invite.

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

This home was conceived as a backdrop to the homeowner's eclectic style. She tells LYNN TAN how the home has allowed her to realise her teenage dream of becoming an architect or interior designer.

The comparatively modest size of this apartment inspired the designer to delve deeper to create a luxurious yet practical holiday home for the client and his family. LYNN TAN reports.

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

Her World celebrates its 60th anniversary this year with the fifth part of the six-month series #HerWorldHerStory to celebrate, define and champion women.

Four superstar designers in their own right reveal their secrets to creativity and design.

French perfumer Mathilde Laurent celebrates nature in its purest form with a trio of new fragrances for Cartier

Four supercar owners. Four really fast cars. The Peak gets in the passenger seat and discuss the drivers’ passion for power.

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

An avant-garde tap company in Northern Italy is also the home to Casa Fantini Lake Time, an intimate luxury boutique hotel overlooking Lake Orta, one of Italy’s unsung jewels. Welcome to paradise.

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

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

The inspiration behind Ori and the Will of the Wisps

ELIZA HAMIZAH chats with the homeowners of this laidback home, which has been personalised with travel photos and ceramicware.

Music and passion—here, Lolo reflects on living a life of contrasts, a sound that’s rare in this world, and keeping it real in her work.

A safari dress in bottle-green leather encapsulates both the sophistication and escapism Glass wanted to convey

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

Driven by their love for the environment, this couple wanted their home design to be as sustainable as possible, resulting in material choices that could stand the test of time. Domenica Tan and meloDy Bay learn about the unique design of this home.

The food and beverage industry in Singapore is brutal – the competition is intense, there is a dearth of skilled professionals, the consumers are fickle and the burnout is all too real.

Thinking of giving up what could be a high-flying career for a shot at doing what you truly love? These women did, and they’ve never been happier.

Want to get into business or take a venture to newer heights? We speak to experts with the know-how to share their top tips.

Music can be like food for the soul.

From a sculptor who makes disquieting pieces out of hair and skin-like silicone to a fashion veteran turned abstract painter, Keng Yang Shuen spotlights five emerging Singapore-based artists who’ve captured our imagination in recent times.

When it comes to disciplining preschoolers, ignoring tantrums or being too permissive can backfire. Here are common discipline mistakes to avoid.

A LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN

Design Intervention principal Nikki Hunt’s apartment in the posh district of Knightsbridge, London, pays homage to the property’s grand architecture, while fostering a sense of fun befitting a holiday home.

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

In Hong Kong for the Asian preview of Tiffany & Co.’s 2019 Blue Book Collection, Chief Gemologist Melvyn Kirtley tells us about the science behind the Tiffany magic. By Charmaine Ho

As a sickly child, Jessica Alba saw Hollywood as the place where she could dream and be anyone she wanted to be. And indeed, she’s now in her happy place, with a new kickass TV role, mega-successful business, and family she completely adores

This modest-sized flat in Tiong Bahru was reconfigured to fit a baby grand piano. JACQUELINE TAN finds out how the owners kept their home spacious, and infused it with modern and retro elements for character.

All about Sand & Sky — an Australian brand that’s now taking on the world.

Having established a name for herself as a model, MTV Asia VJ and radio host, Hanli Hoefer isn’t content to rest on her laurels. She’s clinched a leading role on television, adding to her multifaceted career.

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…

High risk, zero error, mental and physical pressure… meet five women challenging their mettle to keep us safe from harm.

Valentino presents the essence of wabi-sabi in a standout pre-fall show that challenges traditional ideals of beauty and culture.

This boutique interior design firm is grounded in the Contemporary Singaporean style it pioneered, but at the same time is propelled forward by openness to change.

Running out of room in your work or study zone? We’ve got you covered with cool layout and styling tips.

By building spaces that bring like-minded people together, Michelle Yong redefines her family’s traditional construction business.

There are plenty of fish in the sea, yet some still end up with a catfish— like these six guys who went on dates with girls who didn’t quite look like they did in pictures.

She may be funny, but Preeti Nair (aka @Preetipls aka 玛丽求求你) isn’t joking around when it comes to her influence. Known for her razor sharp wit and fearlessly calling out bullsh*t when she sees it, Preeti gets personal about why she’s doing what she’s doing.

Can a snowboarding company survive here? What about a pole dancing studio? Three women in their 20s tell us what it’s like running a specialised business, and how they clawed their way to success.

Working with multiple constraints can prove challenging, but they can also provide inspiration for beautiful designs, as Lynn Tan finds out.

I backstabbed my husband and daughter out of jealousy!

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.

One uses art to change society, another is highlighting street art, while a third is championing new media.

Chanel-Pharrell—a collection that deftly melds the ethos of the classic French House with Pharrell’s unique brand of swag—has finally been unveiled. Whether standing in front of the camera or speaking about his friendship with the late Karl Lagerfeld, every moment is filled with what makes Pharrell, well, Pharrell.

Savvy restaurateur finds space in Venetian “little plates” and sees big opportunity.

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.

By the time she was 29, Esther Khong was already an entrepreneur, had launched an app, dealt with a painful breakup, and made peace with her past.

Is it OK to ask your boyfriend for money? Four girls weigh in.

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.

Meet the unlikely champions of Colombian and Singaporean street art.

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.

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

The 22-year-old actress shares about the things that hold a special place in her heart.

How a steamy garage fixture became a gallery-worthy photography project- Windy Aulia reports from Milan on the launch of the 2019 Pirelli Calendar

On the occasion of her new memoir, Becoming, the former first lady opens up to close friend Oprah Winfrey about love, leadership, and her inspiring journey from the South Side of Chicago to the White House and beyond.

INSTEAD OF FEEBLE RESOLUTIONS YOU WON'T KEEP, HERE'S A GUIDE TO IMPROVING YOUR LOT BY LOOKING WITHIN, CHANGING YOUR MINDSET, AND EFFECTING REAL CHANGE AROUND YOU.

RHONDA WONG GAVE UP HER JET-SET LIFE TO COMMIT TO A CAUSE:

LYNN TAN visits a home that embodies Nihon influences without being stereotypically Japanese.

With the right design approach, a downtown home can be transformed into a relaxing retreat in the heart of the city. Lynn Tan finds out how.

A great haircut is a good thing.

Dark colours resonate with these homeowners who gravitate towards a cosy, intimate ambience. DOMENICA TAN finds out how this three-room HDB flat was transformed into a gorgeous one-bedroom apartment.

There’s a creepy new trend on the Internet – and it can affect your dating life. Here’s what you need to know about “incels”.

Ever wondered what it’d be like to hang out with an old flame? Two ex-couples went for dinner and tell us how it went.

Green Entrepreneurs & Champions.

Sonny Liew, cartoonist, Wacom Ambassador

AS A TEENAGER, ASPIRING FILMMAKER SANDI TAN (LEFT) HAD A DREAM STOLEN FROM HER. TWO DECADES LATER, THIS LOSS WAS TURNED INTO A DOCUMENTARY – WHICH EARNED HER A SUNDANCE AWARD. BY CLARA HOW

Challenges, conflicts, cancer… they’ve been flung at her but actress Pan Lingling shows how she rolls with the punches to come out tops By SANDHYA MAHADEVAN

They’ve been with you since puberty, but how much do you actually know about your boobs – and how they’ll change throughout the different stages of your life? Here’s a breakdown.

On the East Coast of the United States, this seemingly traditional home is surrounded by nature, but features glamorous interiors that reflect the owners’ chic style. KARINE MONIE finds out more from its designer.

Sixteen years after the conclusion of the world’s most epic road trip, Paige Parker is finally sharing her side of the story.

There’s recently been a spike in Google searches for “Priyanka Chopra / Nick Jonas” as news of their engagement flooded our feeds.

Heir to a Vietnamese beverage group, Tran Uyen Phuong shares how she took on the industry’s behemoths, her father included, and won.

MANAGING DIRECTOR PIRELLI ASIA

The discipline approaches that worked during your kid’s preschooler years no longer apply once she’s in primary school.

Do you ignore your preschooler’s tantrums in the hope that he’ll stop soon enough? You just might be doing more bad than good, parenting experts tell JASSMIN PETER-BERNTZEN.

It’s no easy feat being this toned and svelte, even if you’re blessed with good genes. Model Aimee Cheng-Bradshaw spills her stay- slim strategies in this candid interview about all things Shape.

When it comes to this apartment home belonging to a young couple, a practical yet bold and modern aesthetic serves as the perfect canvas for showcasing art and statement pieces. ROSSARA JAMIL delves into the details surrounding its design.

A city penthouse with almost no doors is transformed into a sanctuary for one. LYNN TAN succumbs to its cosseting embrace.

INDIVIDUALS WHO FORGE THEIR OWN PATHS IN LIFE WILL BE DRAWN TO THE LATEST MINI 3 DOOR AND 5 DOOR MODELS.

It’s 2018, and women can be anything they want. So why do we still feel bad about ourselves when asked when we’re going to find a man, settle down, and have babies? Can we ever be 100 per cent okay with being single? Clara How explores the issue and meets three women who wear their singlehood super well.

If you live from pay cheque to pay cheque – the way Clara How does – but your friends are buying homes, putting aside cash for retirement, and just generally adulting, read on. She’s on a mission to change her spending habits so she can put more pennies in her piggy bank.

Better known as maker of the iconic Birkin, Hermes has released its latest home collection, and it’s clear that it is a formidable name in the world of furniture and homeware design, too.

How do you teach financial prudence to a child? A Singapore mother learns the hard way when her son goes on a mummy-funded spending spree.

This home reflects the homeowner’s family values and love for antiques, while still providing a modern backdrop. LYNN TAN finds out how the old can perfectly complement the new in this home project.

As a busy mum of two, JESSICA LIM is never alone, yet she has never felt more lonely. What’s missing, she wonders.

Teresa Sapey’s home is a designer masterpiece bathed in light and bold strokes of white. LYNN TAN discovers what makes this work of art so unforgettable.

This apartment’s country cottage-meets-industrial style is a reflection of both the homeowners and the interior designer.

Interior designer Kelvin Teo redefines the industrial look with warm wood accents and a contemporary style in this spacious apartment home.

The homeowner-designers focused on what they needed out of a space to create an identity for their home and studio, without sticking to prescribed styles or norms.

No, because it’s still a big pile of mess.

Singer Tay Kewei grabbed our attention by sharing her labour video online and throwing a gangster-themed first-month party. But what we really want to know is, what’s baby #ShenMo’s real name? By LYNN WEE

Sensitive renovation to a pre-war terrace house preserves its old-world charm while injecting modern touches.

Award-winning local design studio Wynk Collaborative transforms this petite apartment into a cosy home filled with warmth, style and practical design solutions.

They get your online spoils to you, stat. They fix your acne woes and your clogged bathroom pipes. They sell your unwanted goods. And give stray animals a home. Clara How, Hoe I Yune and Davelle Lee meet the men who solve our problems and make our lives easier. So how could we not love them?

He’s a good guy who loves you, and you love him too. Plus, he’s got the stamp of approval from your friends and family. So on paper, you’ve got a good thing going. But there’s that voice at the back of your head asking: Is this all there is? What if you could be happier?

From being the first women in their field to striking out on their own where society needs them most, these amazing eight are finding ways to make Singapore better than ever. Prepare to be inspired.

Sex for the first time can be equal parts amazing and appalling. It also involves a lot of ambiguity — should it be openly planned, or should it be silently set up and happen seemingly naturally? CLEO speaks to three women about their first time.

Cool industrial meets modern luxury in this flat, resulting in a trendy abode for a young family.

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

You don’t hate what you do, but you no longer feel happy or satisfied in your role. Here’s how to tell when it’s time to move on.

What started as a request for an easy-to-clean home became an ultra-chic picture of industrial minimalism.

The design of this airy home, with its many storied furniture pieces, was inspired by a colonial and vintage Indian style.

Nadia* reveals how drugs ruled her life in her teens and 20s – and the steps she’s taking to rebuild it now at 32. BY DAVELLE LEE

In a “reversal” of the renovation process, this apartment was made to look as raw as possible, complete with exposed ventilation ducts!

How does one create joyful interiors? With colours that spark optimism and radiance, such as yellow, red and orange.

Taking inspiration from retro, Mid-Century Modern, Peranakan and traditional Chinese styles, colour is king in this adventurous home.

These 55 women aged 20-34 dare to follow their hearts and do what they love. Here, they put their best faces forward.

These 55 women aged 20-34 dare to follow their hearts and do what they love. Here, they put their best faces forward.