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Cream of the newest crop
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 07/05/2016
» As a sanctuary for designers, Zen Department Store is a place where shoppers are spoiled for choices -- a few too many choices, to be honest. And although it's not the biggest brands that pack Zen, don't let the newer names dampen your interest. Some of these brands do prove to be more than just a rich girl's hobby and are definitely worth keeping an eye on. Following the Bangkok Fashion Runway to welcome the summer season, we hand-pick the best of the bunch that were presented at CentralWorld.
Longing for a better Comic Con
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 06/05/2016
» Very little squealing went down at this year's Bangkok Comic Con -- at least from yours truly. The massive geeky gig last weekend, now in its third year, was again hosted at BITEC this past weekend, although this year by True Visions and not the old co-host, BEC Tero. If you missed it, you didn't miss very much, as the smaller, local booths (distributors of books, DVDs, merchandise) that did not join BCC made for a pretty dull affair.
Out of the cave, ready to rumble
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 22/04/2016
» With his square-rimmed black glasses, perfectly-gelled hair and tall, lanky build, Isaac Hempstead Wright looks like the geeky but cute wallflower BFF that's just dropped out of a Hollywood teen flick. Of course, it was actually dropping out of a tower -- after witnessing Operation Incest -- that he is known for, in his role as Bran Stark from the wildly-popular series Game Of Thrones.
Asia focus
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 29/02/2016
» Internationally best-selling author Kevin Kwan chuckles when he describes what his movie producers come across when scouting for locations or attending posh parties in Singapore with the local film crowd.
Marathi warrior vs Ayutthaya oarsman
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 07/01/2016
» History need not be boring. Tales of two historical heroes have hit cinemas: Bajirao from India and Pantai Norasingh from Siam, and as rosy (or muddied) as they get upon shape-shifting into films, they are hype-worthy cinematic goodies that rival the dominance of the Force.
Good things come in small packages
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 24/12/2015
» The sight of a fancy paper bag during this gifting season is a welcomed one -- and all the better if it has a high-end name splashed across it. While the majority of us probably can't afford to gift our loved ones with the runway looks, the little accessories and fun bits and bobs each house releases still lets us (sort of) live the luxury dream. Life gives you a guide to holiday picks from different fashion brands that are a little more affordable and less predictable than gifting another handbag (yawn).
Flamboyant footprints
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 26/11/2015
» Frills, fluff and drama describe the kind of clothes and accessories home-grown fashion house Theatre makes. A visit to their glass-encased store, located on the third floor of Siam Center, is like a visit to the finest costume department in the land -- it is packed with glittering headpieces, delicate lace blouses, rhinestone embroidered dresses and all sorts of over-the-top numbers that belong on the stage as much as on the fashionable streets.
Nurture your children with travel
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 05/11/2015
» Japan is such a haven for all ages. Whether your calling is food, nature, shopping or Gundam models, there's much available to feed all senses, for everyone from those who have yet to walk to the barely walking. If you've got kids, there's the obvious option of Disneyland and toy paradise Kiddie Land, but past the crown of consumerism, the Land of the Rising Sun offers a bevy of development destinations where children not only play, but also learn in the process.
A retreat for the tired and wired
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 13/10/2015
» Welcome drinks upon arrival at the hotel are expected, but the taste of a sharp and sour butterfly pea juice, without the slightest aid of sugar to be found, is just sheer agony. Here, you'd have to remind yourself that you're not out for an epicurean weekend, but rather, a wellness retreat. Fair enough then -- let them shackle up the sugar, salt and whatever else gives food a flavoured decency. We're here to get clean, rejuvenated and happy.