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Polished jewels
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 03/08/2018
» There's beauty in things that do what they are meant to do well. In the case of crystals, let's get straight to its main function: to sparkle, dazzle and bring a touch of brilliance to its wearer. Never mind that it's not a precious stone, because the splendour of crystal jewellery pieces these days is no less impressive than that of their fine jewellery counterparts. If anything, Swarovski's annual regional gala at Kuala Lumpur last month was a star-studded indication that crystals can be just as glamorous and bedazzling, despite their roots of mimicry.
Arm candyfor a swinging time
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 22/12/2017
» Classics are forever, but who wouldn't want to inject some colour into their accessories come the holidays? It's only during this time of year that the excuse for getting a new handbag in hot red, with glitter, plumes, fur, embroidery, sequins, extra shine and everything in between is legitimate, especially when it's going to look dated soon enough. But if you've never been the timeless type to begin with, we've searched for something a little more special, befitting this holiday season. Here are Elite's picks of the most exclusive and eye-popping arm candy currently in stores -- just in time for you to treat yourself or that lovely lady in your life.
Hip, cool and happening
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 24/11/2017
» Over the past few weeks, one particular investment move from our shores -- somewhat equivalent to Crazy Rich Asian's Astrid going on a haute couture shopping rampage -- has been the talk of the town. Thailand's prominent real estate developer, Sansiri, has just invested 2.8 billion baht to buy shares in six of the some of the world's hippest, coolest and innovative names: Standard International, One Night, Hostmaker, JustCo, Farmshelf and Monocle. It's a result of stagnant sales back home and Sansiri's strategy to offer an all-inclusive living solution to their customers, as their president Srettha Thavisin explains. To choose to invest in companies that are young, inventive and trendy, however, shows how the real estate giant has their sights set on the tech-savvy millennials of tomorrow.
That far, far away look
Muse, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 16/12/2017
» With the latest movie in cinemas, Star Wars mania is in full swing. Lots of licenced products will be available now, but if you're the discreet fan who also wants something that's also chic, minimalist and of higher quality, New York fashion house Rag & Bone has released a capsule collection in collaboration with Disney to celebrate the release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. While referencing Star Wars, the shapes and aesthetics stay true to the brand's look -- making for clothes perfect for the modern Jedi. The founder and creative director of Rag & Bone, Marcus Wainwright, tells us about the galactic inspirations behind each piece, now available at Rag & Bone, EmQuartier.
An A to Z of fashion
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 29/09/2017
» A Armani's obsession with velvet continues. For GA's women's collection, it comes in vibrant hues that bring a splash of colour to the boardroom.
Heaven Sent for Southeast Asian talent
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 16/08/2017
» Laughs that come from close to home will be launching on our screens in exactly one month's time. HBO Asia will be premiering its first comedy drama series, Sent, on Sept 17 exclusively on HBO. Let's tune in and support this work of Southeast Asian talent so the big conglomerate continues to produce stories about Asia -- featuring local talent but with Hollywood standards.
Sacred text
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 01/09/2017
» "This isn't just a bunch of squiggles fudging it, is it?" my photographer jokingly whispers. His question is legitimate, even if slightly demeaning. You'll be excused for asking that question if you're long-sighted, because to the naked eye, it really does look like a bunch of squiggly lines that add up to create a larger picture.
Somewhere over the rainbow
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 28/07/2017
» Even if you don't go with the fashion or art crowd, there's still a big chance that there is a Niagara of polka-dotted selfies all over your social media feed -- and this will probably continue until Sept 3.
Stylishly sleek
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 28/07/2017
» Last month, Michael Kors gave us an inside look into what they've got stocked for the stores this autumn at their preview in Seoul, Korea. It is now of course de rigueur for an influential figure to attend these trips too, and the nation's bombshell actress, Davika Hoorne, was the chosen celebrity from Thailand.