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Orchard mall to grant only 'green leases'
Singapore's Orchard Road shopping strip will soon be home to the first eco-mall here with 'green tenants'.
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Hairy tales and glamorous clients
Developed over a period of one-and-a-half years, Mane Man is both a telling of Matsuo's dramatic life story and a lush collection of over 100 photographs. |
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Driven east by credit crisis
Designers are giving up on their home markets and trying their luck in Asia which is less affected by the financial downturn.
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Let them shine
Why hide your jewels? When it comes to baubles, the way to go is everyday bling. |
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Runway project for New Faces, new designers
One of these designers could end up as our next Tan Yoong or Thomas Wee.
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Moisture miracles
Moisturing creams do more than just hydrate nowadays. They can help you destress, soothe sensitive skin, combat oiliness and firm aging skin. AsiaOne checks out the latest moisturising tools. |
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Smell your way to wellness
For those who just can't get enough of essential oils, here are three new collections from Crabtree & Evelyn to purr over.
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Mane attraction
British Hairdresser of the Year Andrew Barton tells this reporter about his tressful career. |
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A flair for hair
Shunji Matsuo celebrates the launch of his new book, Mane Man, a part-biography, part photo-art opus that traces Shunji's 40 years in the industry as a hair maestro. AsiaOne takes a walk down the hallowed halls of haute coiffure history with the man - from the 60s to our current millenium.
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As recession hits, buyers take conservative tack
Asian buyers at Paris Fashion Week go for a tighter selection and well-priced mid-range brands. |
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Extreme beauty
Bird droppings, haemorrhoid cream, caviar - these are some of the extreme things that celebs have applied on themselves in search of beauty.
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Show him some TLC
He's had a long, hard day at work. What's to stop you from showing him you love him with a bit of beauty pampering? |
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Marks & Spencer, SATC style
Famed US stylist Patricia Field designs one-off range for British label.
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Malaysian Lolitas
They walk down the streets in platform heels and with frilly umbrellas held in gloved fingers and their dresses are bedecked with lace and trimmed with ribbons. -The Star |
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Fabulous after 40
You may still be able to fit your 20-year-old daughter's clothes at age 50, but that doesn't mean you should wear them. -The Star
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Head-turning hair
Brighten your outlook with a colourful crowning glory. |
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Local flavour
Fashion insiders want more local names sharing the spotlight when Fashion Fest returns in 2010.
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Luxe living
What's one thing that is recession-proof? Luxury, of course. Here are the latest luxe events and debuts to make you forget all that economic doom and gloom. |
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Coco's new scent
Iconic perfume Chanel No. 5 has a sister fragrance - Chanel No. 5 Eau Premiere.
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Garden fantasy
Champagne flutes and luscious leather handbags were the order of the night at the Mulberry's Fantasy Showcase. |
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Inspired by the classical
Modern creations with an old world aura - that's how best to describe Temple St Clair jewellery.
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S$100m worth of fine jewellery on show for 10 days
Singapore JewelFest 2008 is back with a most delicious showcase of rare gems and fine jewels. All jewellery lovers out there, this is the place to head to for your next sparkling investment. |
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Naturally fabulous
The Singapore JewelFest 2008 opens today with a dazzling display of new designs that celebrate nature's beauty.
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Lustre for life
The vibrancy and romance of the five-day Spring/Summer showcase at SJF2008 highlights the refreshing allure of pearls and the colourful world of gems. |
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Fire and ice
The five-day Autumn/ Winter showcase casts a spotlight on style with the fiery hues of gold and the icy beauty of diamonds.
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Sexing up the Brits
The once-staid Marks & Spencer is spicing up its clothes. |
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Inspector gadgets
There are gadgets galore which can supposedly whip you into shape, give you glowing skin and treat your aches and pains. Mind Your Body tries out seven products to find out if they live up to their promises.
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Sari story
Deepavali is not the only time you can wear a sari, as it is a timeless piece of garment. |
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Prick me for beauty's sake
Acupuncture, the ancient Chinese medical procedure, is increasingly being used for aesthetic reasons and to treat problems like infertility and hair loss.
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Can you swim in it?
With a S$6.8 million price tag, this bejewelled bikini is designed to be a showstopper, and not for any utilitarian purposes, such as - heaven forbid - swimming. -TNP
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Glitter of hope
The global downturn will not dim sales at this year's JewelFest, say organisers.
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What Jing Jing was wearing
The Tiffany & Co heart-shaped pendant never left Guo Jingjing during the Beijing Olympics in August this year. |
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Furs seduce buyers despite crunch
Leopard, panther and mink furs send bids flying at Paris' first major auction. -AFP
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In bad times, put a brave (& smooth) face on it
Investing in great creams lets you survive the economic crunch looking good. |
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All out bling
There are times when classics won't do and all out bling is the best remedy for any crisis.
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Best buys
In the $2,000 to $10,000 range, we sift out some choice picks for everyday wear. |
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The woman in red drives the men crazy
Yes, red is the colour of romance. Men rated a woman as more sexually attractive if she was wearing red clothing. -Reuters
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Looks count for women running for office: study
Women had better appear attractive as well as competent if they want to be elected to political office. -Reuters |
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New retail outlets for your shopping pleasure
When the economy is in the doldrums, the best thing you can do is to indulge in a little retail therapy.
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