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Passport to a European Christmas
Life, Published on 26/12/2025
» Every December, Europe sparkles. Cities glow with festive lights, Christmas melodies echo along grand boulevards and the comforting aroma of gingerbread and warm mulled wine drifts through every corner of town. Familiar streets are transformed into storybook scenes and winter wonderlands many dream of experiencing at least once in a lifetime.
Royal radiance
Life, Atiya Achakulwisut, Published on 26/11/2025
» From an early age, Pichitra Boonyarataphan grew up watching her mother Lumyong -- a legendary pioneer in the Thai fashion industry and founder of the Rapee Fashion House and Dressmaking Institute -- laboriously sew, embroider and modify intricate outfits.
Isan sound goes global
Life, John Clewley, Published on 13/09/2025
» Last month, World Beat was invited to join a government sponsored event to promote molam music from Isan on the international stage. The event was held on Aug 12 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok as part of the National Science and Technology Fair 2025.
Recipe for change
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 09/09/2025
» When Weerapon Wongtawan, founder of Lukyang Studio, was selected by the Office of Contemporary Art and Culture to work with a community enterprise in Phetchaburi, he redesigned the packaging of their traditional rice crackers and suggested they be made in smaller sizes.
Communication breakdown
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 29/07/2025
» Athipat Boonleang, a deaf gay rider, was on the way to deliver a parcel. Confused by the customer's location, she sent a text message to no avail. She contacted an online sign language interpretation service only to find that it is suspended.
A capitalist nightmare
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 25/07/2025
» Thump thump bump. Netflix's psychological thriller Wall To Wall envisions a dystopian contemporary South Korea. It is a cautionary tale of late-stage capitalist society fraught with economic volatility, mental breakdowns and class divide.
Valentino presents a new vision of luxury
Life, Published on 27/06/2025
» Valentino presents aesthetics through a new lens in Valentino Resort 2026 that redefines luxury with serene elegance. The collection retains the essence of classic luxury while reimagining it in a dreamlike atmosphere. The imagery is bathed in soft pastel tones such as peachy pinks and gentle sky blues, that evoke a sense of calm. The simplicity of the setting draws the eye to the garments where precision tailoring, luxurious materials and artisanal techniques take centre stage once again to now be appreciated in a more relaxed context. This season's pieces explore the structure of tailoring, featuring cinched-waist jackets paired with wide-leg trousers that flow like skirts, as well as evening gowns reimagined with a sense of ease. The result is a contemporary reinterpretation of classic silhouettes that retain the timeless elegance at the heart of the maison.
Personal portals
Life, Suwitcha Chaiyong, Published on 19/06/2025
» Organised by the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), Early Years Project is an annual event that aims to support and develop emerging artists.
Blackpink set for record-breaking return to Bangkok
Life, Published on 18/06/2025
» Three concert dates by K-pop icons Blackpink have sold out, with the shows taking place at Rajamangala National Stadium from Oct 24-26.
Celine turns Japanese at Osaka-Kansai Expo
Life, Published on 25/04/2025
» The elegance of Celine's heritage infused with the unique spirit of Japanese aesthetics is presented during the "Celine Maki-e Exhibition", which is running in the France Pavilion at the Osaka-Kansai World Expo 2025 in Japan, until May 11. Maki-e is a traditional Japanese lacquerware technique where gold and silver powders are delicately applied to lacquered surfaces. The exhibition features reinterpretations of the brand's iconic Triomphe logo, engaging with elements from Japan's illustrious history and vibrant modernity, in a cultural exchange between Japanese artists and the house's emblem. It is home to several art pieces and video installations, highlighting Japanese Urushi art pieces from Hikoju Makie, alongside Celine's exclusive bags. A theatrical and immersive set-up brings life to a collaborative video work between Japanese artist Soshi Nakamura and Celine, displayed in an embracing and futuristic manner by an LED screen wall facing multiple mirrors.