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Expect the unexpected
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 28/06/2024
» In the mood for something upscale? These new openings along Sukhumvit give a fresh, creative spin to traditional flavours.
Properly playful
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 31/05/2024
» 'I'd probably just die one day on the job!" is what Sir Paul Smith says when asked if he is ever looking to retire. "Not today I hope, although it is quite comfortable on this sofa. When I retire would be when I feel like I can't contribute to the business any more. But at the moment, I hope and still think I can contribute. Or you can ask Michael [from my team], I'll keep my ears closed."
The scents of success
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 27/10/2023
» The luxury bodycare and aroma products all boast very traditional Thai scents like jasmine and lemongrass, but the flagship store they sit in is fashioned like a futuristic science lab -- with circular fluorescent haloes and an awe-inspiring line of glass columns filled with perfume.
A brush of talent
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 25/12/2020
» "The first thing that happens when I enter a meeting room is we all laugh and this is before we have even started talking about work yet," Seatapron "Bell" Korwanichakul says of the lovely clients he has been fortunate enough to work with. It should come as no surprise that this amicable artist, better known as Painterbell, is the person behind the wildly loveable and joyful characters John and Lulu. Seatapron first started drawing a blond-haired, French-looking boy and girl for fun five years ago for his Instagram account. Slowly over time, the cuteness of the sibling duo steadily found their fame, with countless brands, ranging from fashion, furniture, communications to toiletries, who sought his cartoons to add a touch of cheer to their products. Today, John and Lulu, along with their friends and other Christmas characters, are decking out the squares and halls of CentralWorld as well as of other 33 branches of Central across the country.
Swiss inspiration
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 13/06/2018
» Installation artist Arin Rungjaeng has created a sculpture formed by a thousand golden teardrops -- a symbol of the historical relations between Siam and Portugal -- and last year he unveiled a solemn bas relief that commented upon the military past of Thailand.
The other eight won't be like this
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 27/04/2018
» They say cats have nine lives, but one is more than enough, if you happen to be Fa-Raon. In fact, this fur ball probably has a life that is better than most humans, because he is a permanent guest at the resplendent Le Bristol Paris. Appropriately assuming the position of Hotel Cat, the Birman fits the whole picture like a glove. Also known as a Sacred Cat of Burma, this purebred completes the prestigious hotel with its regal posture, beautiful white fur and, as the establishment's luxury positioning would have it, a Goyard collar.
A full slate of Songkran festivities
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 06/04/2018
» The Dusit Winter Festival (Oon Ai Rak) may be over, but initiatives from His Majesty King Vajiralongkorn to spread the good grace of Thai culture continue. From today until Sunday, a number of activities relating to Songkran festivities will be hosted at the Royal Plaza and nearby Sanam Suapa. Tonight, at 6pm, members of the public are invited to join in a Buddhist chant along with 239 monks to pay homage to Queen Sirikit and the past monarchs.
Lessons from the top
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 24/02/2018
» A conversation with renowned couturier Somchai "Kai" Kaewthong is usually sparkled with the names of khunyings and historical titbits. It is exceedingly difficult to get the man to talk about himself, even if he would be well justified in doing so having been named this year's National Artist. In fact, today is National Artist Day. And along with 16 other figures who have also been honoured with the title, Somchai will be going through the formalities of royally receiving his recognition pin and honour plaque on this very day.
Working together
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 02/10/2017
» 'Private companies have the budget to buy a Mercedes, but most of the time, our budget is only enough for us to buy a Toyota."
Louis Vuitton show goes back to the past
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 16/09/2017
» Thais have a certain adage we say when encountering a friend carrying a heavy handbag: What do you have in here, your house and estate inside?