Perricone MD’s No Makeup Skincare transforms the appearance of ageing skin, bestowing it with a healthy radiance Those stateside have already benefited from Dr Nicholas Perricone’s latest innovation, but the rest of us are finally getting to experience his brilliant No Makeup Skincare, a range of staples that marry anti-ageing skincare with the art of makeup to … Read More →
The recent explosion of niche perfumery has been driven by the recent obsession with being able to express yourself. Pictured, from left: Kilian Hennessy of By Kilian, David Seth and Kavi Moltz of DS & Durga, Carlos Huber of Arquiste, Eddy Chai and Paul Birardi of Odin, Fabrice Penot of Le Labo, Jan Ahlgren of … Read More →
In the grand scheme of life, there are plenty (plenty) of issues and conundrums worse than not being able to find the perfect shoe. It’s especially vexing/head-scratching/eye roll-inducing, though, when the factor standing in your way is about color, specifically of the nude variety. After all, one size does not fit all when it comes … Read More →
Rubies have long been revered for their enigmatic colour and regal appeal. Their fiery red hue, often associated with the strongest of human emotions like love and passion, has earned the precious gem a number of titles – the most enduring of which is the “King of Gemstones.” Rubies originating from Myanmar (Burma) are deemed the most … Read More →
Once upon a time, perfume meant parfum, whose aromatic ingredients are diluted in pure alcohol at their highest practical concentration (usually around 15-20 per cent). One or two drops of this intensely concentrated liquid would last for hours, but it was a luxury that only the very rich could afford. All that changed in the early … Read More →
MetaGem is carving its niche in the fashionable wearables space with Intelligent Gem, a stone with a digital chip, which can track activity, check one’s vital signs or alert its wearer of incoming calls, emails or texts. Founded in 2014 by company CEO David Chang, MetaGem is headquartered in Shenzhen, China, and has offices in … Read More →
More than 35 haute couture pieces from the archive of Dutch fashion designers Viktor & Rolf feature in an exhibition at Melbourne’s National Gallery of Victoria. The show, titled Viktor & Rolf: Fashion Artists, is the label’s first in Australia. It brings together pieces from its ready-to-wear collections and installations, including a striped dress embroidered … Read More →