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Cracking the code to success
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 24/07/2015
» With so many fashion influencers in Thailand, it is easy to take success stories for granted. We view these people as stylishly dressed individuals who lead charmed lives, but sometimes forget the obstacles and struggles they have faced on the road to success.
Let sleeping dogs lie (stylishly)
Guru, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 24/07/2015
» Pets are important members of many households, and with many "dink" (dual income, no kids) couples opting for furry friends over babies, the pet product industry has never been so vibrant.
Danish delight
Muse, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 09/05/2015
» It seems like we can’t escape coming face to face with the hipster trend, and today’s streetwear fashion goes hand in hand with it. Streetwear, however, can be slippery to define, and what looks street chic on one person might look sloppy on another.
Constructing children's futures
Life, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 30/04/2015
» With mushrooming condominiums, office buildings, residence projects and shopping malls, construction workers are an important part of Bangkok's economy. While government policies are in place to ensure construction workers are paid and that they — and their families — have access to basic healthcare and education, reality is often different.
School's not out for summer
Life, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 27/04/2015
» A few decades ago, after-school tutoring was just for children who really needed it — those failing classes and not keeping up with their peers. Summer holidays were spent relaxing at home, helping parents with chores, or doing other non-academic activities.
Come rain or shine
Muse, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 25/04/2015
» April has proved to be an interesting month; from scorching heat to torrential rain, we have seen it all. It’s also one of the least skin-friendly months of the year, thanks to the sweat and humidity in the air which seems to melt away any make-up you put on your skin.
Drowning in coffee
Life, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 21/04/2015
» If you are one of those who cannot function without coffee, you will just love the latest treatment offered by Devarana Spa at Dusit Thani Bangkok. Even non-lovers of coffee will find the treatment enjoyable. Who doesn't love a good oil massage, anyway?
The business of beautiful blinks
Life, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 07/04/2015
» Maggie Ford Danielson and her sister Annie, daughters of Benefit co-founder Jean Ford and nieces to co-founder Jane Ford, grew up with make-up their entire lives, but still can't seem to get enough of the industry.
Pink-petalled pampering
Life, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 31/03/2015
» The sakura season is in full bloom in Japan, but just because Thailand doesn't have sakura trees doesn't mean we can't enjoy the pulchritude of the pretty pink petals here. After all, Bangkok is a city where there are perhaps more Japanese restaurants than Thai restaurants. Bringing the Japanese tradition of celebrating the Cherry Blossom festival to town is a logical choice.
Living in sinh
Life, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 30/03/2015
» Traditional Thai attire — sinh skirt, sabai shawl and embroidered patterns — is usually only worn by dignitaries at government functions, elderly ladies at weddings or by waitresses working in Thai restaurants abroad. Otherwise, it is an outdated wardrobe consigned to history and old pictures, far removed from contemporary fashion.