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Watch trends 2019: What the industry thinks we want
From everyone’s favourite calendar function to dials with which you can start a zoo-themed collection.
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Chanel’s Latest Modern High Jewelry Collection Was Inspired by Russia’s Imperial Past
Beauty Awards 2019: Fragrances to Captivate and Transport You to Faraway Places
Every season there are new fragrances that captivate us and transport us to faraway places, even if just for a moment. We’ve gathered a few favourites from this year that keep us coming back for another sniff.
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Bon Parfumeur 402 (HK$410)[/caption]
We just can't stop inhaling the warming toffee and vanilla spiked Bon Parfumer 402. bonparfumeur.com
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Les Eaux de Chanel Paris-Riviera Rich (HK$1,155)[/caption]
Sunny days in Côte d'Azur? Yes please! Les Eaux de Chanel Paris-Riviera Rich is a bracing blend of orange peel and jasmine. chanel.com
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Diptyque Eau de Minthe (HK$1,200)[/caption]
Inspired by a Greek myth, Diptyque Eau de Minthe make a spellh with fresh mint tempered by geranium and patchouli. diptyqueparis.com
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Kilian Woman in Gold (HK$2,450)[/caption]
It's hard to pick just one from this niche brand, but floral-vanilla Kilian Woman in Gold is near the top of our list. bykilian.com
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Penhaligon's The Ingenue Cousin Flora (HK$2,400)[/caption]
A burst of citrus and a heart of musk make Penhaligon's The Ingenue Cousin Flora our must intriguing choice. penhaligons.com
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Byredo Sundazed (HK$1,800)[/caption]
What we reach for when we want a sweet pick-me-up, Byredo Sundazed is also our kind of luxury in a bottle. byredo.com
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Beauty Awards 2019: The Hottest Men’s Products to Add to Your Grooming Arsenal
Women shouldn’t have all the fun when it comes to looking and feeling your absolute best. So we put some of the year’s hottest men’s products to the test and found a few favourites to add to your grooming arsenal.
The Men's Essence
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Biotherm Homme Force Supreme Life Essence (HK$830)[/caption]
A concentrated lotion, Biotherm Homme Force Supreme Life Essence is designed to boost the effectiveness of serums and creams applied over it. Even used alone, it’s proven to give skin an instant boost. biotherm.com.hk
The Men's Make-up
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Chanel Boy de Chanel (HK$625), matte lip balm (HK$305) and brow pencil (HK$335)[/caption]
Yes, cosmetics for men have gone mainstream and who better to turn to than Boy de Chanel? Even if eyebrow pencils aren’t your thing, the matte lip balm may just be your lips’ new best friend. chanel.com
The Men's Body Wash
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SA.AL&Co. Hair and Body Wash (HK$230)[/caption]
From a brand whose tagline is “simple skincare for demanding men,” SA.AL&Co. Hair and Body Wash won us over right away. And its hydrating, refreshing results had us sold. beyorgbeauty.com
The Men's Eau de Parfum
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Boss Bottled Infinite (HK$830)[/caption]
Created specifically for “the man of today” by perfumer Annick Menardo, Boss Bottled Infinite is spicy and sparkling with cinnamon and sage, and mandarin and rosemary, in a bold blue flacon. hugoboss.com
The Spas for Men
The Oriental Spa
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The Oriental Spa, Landmark Mandarin Oriental[/caption]
If you’ve tried Shanghai pedicures and are a bit wary of the blades and potential dangers, but still want to do something about your callused feet, then a Bastien Pedicure is a must. Studio manager Albin will welcome you into a private room and proceed to remove layers of dead skin before buffing and polishing your nails to a healthy shine. Even better, he’s a font of knowledge when it comes to orthotics and how to care for your poor, neglected feet. mandarinoriental.com/landmark
Bliss Spa
Soaring high above Kowloon and close to popular party spot the Wet Deck at W Hong Kong, this secluded spa is the perfect place to enjoy a spot of wellness and pampering. We tried the Caviar and Collagen Cocoon treatment using Carol Joy London products and would recommend it to anyone -- male or female -- looking for a luxurious full-body moisturising experience, not to mention the anti-ageing benefits of the pure collagen mask. marriott.com
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Beauty Awards 2019: The Make-up That Takes You Into the Night
The workday is done and it’s time to turn up the glamour. We’ve got just the ticket, whether you’re in the mood for a lashing of red lipstick or a hint of iridescent sparkle, with these party-ready make-up picks.
The Contour & Highlight
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Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow (HK$550)[/caption]
Why buy two products when you can get them in one? Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow is our choice for subtle contouring and universally flattering highlights. Available in two colour combos, including medium to dark (pictured). charlottetilbury.com
The Longwear Foundation
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YSL All Hours Liquid Foundation (HK$550)[/caption]
It feels like 2019 has been the year of the foundation. YSL All Hours Liquid Foundation stood out with its promise of 24-hour, flawless matte coverage. We even tested it on a cover shoot and it definitely held its own. yslbeauty.com.hk
The Eyeliner
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Urban Decay 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencil (HK$255)[/caption]
Everyone knows this brand for its cult-favourite eye-shadow palettes, but we’re casting our vote for the Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Eye Pencil, thanks to its creamy -- and waterproof -- texture and 24 fun shades that range from deep black to neon green. urbandecay.com.hk
The Eyeshadow
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Dolce & Gabbana IntensEyes Creamy Eyeshadow Stick (HK$250)[/caption]
If you’re like us and prefer to keep things simple, Dolce & Gabbana IntensEyes Creamy Eyeshadow Stick is the perfect day-to-night make-up transition piece. Apply, blend and off you go. dolcegabbana.com
The Lip Products
When it comes to glamming it up, you can’t go wrong with a bold lip. And nowadays there are so many colours, textures and formulas to choose from that we couldn’t pick just one. Each of these products is great on its own but wouldn’t it be better to just have them all?
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Chanel Rouge Coco Flash (HK$270)[/caption]
Claiming to be "more than a lipstick", Chanel Rouge Coco Flash comes in 27 bold hues as well as three translucent top coats. We like the smooth textures and ease of application. chanel.com
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Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin Collection[/caption]
Another case of one just isn't enough, Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin Collection features the designer's iconic red in three must-have finishes. asia.christianlouboutin.com
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Kilian Le Rouge Parfum (HK$430)[/caption]
As soon as we heard about Kilian Le Rouge Parfum from creator Kilian Hennessy himself, we were hooked. The matte and satin finishes come with a marshmallow-y gourmand scent. bykilian.com
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NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil[/caption]
Matte lips look nice but they're not always easy to achieve. NARS Velvet Matte Lip Pencil is one way we've found to get a smooth, sharp finish. narscosmetics.com.hk
The Multitasker
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Shiseido Aura Dew (HK$210)[/caption]
Part of the brand’s reinvented make-up line, Shiseido Aura Dew immediately caught our eye with its silky, shimmering texture that can be used as an eye shadow, highlighter, lip gloss, we could go on... shiseido.com.hk
The Mascara
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Hourglass Cosmetics Caution Extreme Lash Mascara (HK$240)[/caption]
Length, volume, drama and lift -- Hourglass Cosmetics Caution Extreme Lash Mascara claims to do it all. It may not make our coffee too, but we loved the clump-free, buildable formula and durability. hourglasscosmetics.com.
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Photo Shoot: American Pastoral
The charm of the simple life eases its way through folksy materials, artisanal embellishment and pilgrim-prim ruffles.
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Photography Joel Low
Fashion Direction Johnny Khoo
Styling Jacquie Ang
Hair Edward Chong at Evolve using Kevin.Murphy
Make-up Keith Bryant Lee using Dior
Photography Assistant Alfie Pan
Fashion Assistant Bernadetha Woenardi
Model Savanna Blade at Mannequin
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7 fashion brands over a century old
The biggest fashion labels that have endured the test of time.
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7 fashion brands over a century old
The biggest fashion labels that have endured the test of time.
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Chanel Hires Its First-Ever Head of Diversity & Inclusion
After a series of race-sensitive missteps over the last few months in the fashion world, a special division dedicated to ensuring responsible communication and an all-inclusive profile is not just a step in the right direction, but rather an essential one. And as one of the world’s leading and most respected brands, Chanel has taken this important step forward by instituting a Head of Diversity & Inclusion for the first time in the company’s history.
Fiona Pargeter, who has been hired to fulfil this profile, comes with an impressive pedigree, having previously held a similar position at Swiss bank UBS for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. As expected, Pargeter’s role here will be to improve diversity efforts and foster a comprehensive multi-cultural environment at Chanel. Until now, this responsibility had been taken care of by the French label’s People & Organisation department. Several fashion entities have recently amped up their company’s strategies to establish and expand their inclusivity platforms as well. This includes Gucci who, in March, announced their aims to implement a racial diversity initiative to be headed by Dapper Dan, the acclaimed Harlem-based American fashion designer.
It remains to be seen how some of the other fashion houses, such as Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and Off-White™, who have been at the receiving end of severe criticism for some of their actions and products that were deemed racially insensitive, plan to handle these issues.
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10 Fun-Shaped Mini Bags to Carry This Summer
Do all good things come in small packages? Perhaps not, but they certainly do when we're talking about fun little mini bags. Sure, you could carry them year-round, but there's no better time than summer to add a little playfulness to your look. And really, who wants to be holding a big bulky bag on these hot summer days? From entertaining evening bags to clutches full of character, here are our top 10 petite picks to carry with you this summer.
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Haute Couture Week: 6 Runway Beauty Trends We Love
Haute Couture Week upped the catwalk beauty stakes on Tuesday, with spine-tingling looks proffered by Givenchy, Giorgio Armani, Chanel and more. We round up some of the highlights and our favourite looks from the runway.
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Chanel championed sublime elegance with a beauty look that comprised flawless complexions, a lick of winged eyeliner and a simple ponytail, secured at the nape of the neck.
Hair-raising coiffures stole the show at Givenchy, with models sporting avant-garde styles that saw their tresses whipped up into playful, abstract structural shapes.
Exaggerated false eyelashes lent an element of drama to the beauty look at Giorgio Armani, which was exacerbated by bold brows and gelled, wet-look chignons. A natural lip placed the focus on the eye makeup.
Alexandre Vauthier kept things straightforward with a chic, natural makeup look and loose hairstyles. A matte complexion played into the ‘English rose' aesthetic.
Crimped hair, grungy eye makeup, lacquered red lipstick... the beauty look at Julien Fournié championed fearless, full-on glamour.
Dark eyeshadow, glossy lips and glowing complexions made for a beguiling beauty look at the Stephane Rolland show.
This article is published via AFP Relaxnews.
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Lagerfeld lives on in Chanel Paris haute couture show
The long shadow of Karl Lagerfeld hung over Chanel's first Paris haute couture collection without the Kaiser.
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