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L AY S I A
DECEMBER
2017
FASHION #S O C
AWARDS HILLE
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2017
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Was 2017 the year of
the pared-back face?
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Youll be a winner in these
wardrobe must-haves
IN IT TO
WIN IT!
Your year ends
just about to
get even more
lit starting from
page 106!
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This is one road-trip you
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Introducing CLEOs
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Editor Lina Esa
Sub Editor Joash Kong
Contributors
Cody Chua, Gan Sher Rie, John Kam, Lilian Tan, Marcus Chuah, Raisa Azzam, Siiew Wen, Victor Ng, Zo Ng
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became the first female
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The handsome Ansel Elgort
solo rapper to top the
caused pandemonium when he Billboard Hot 100 with
popped into town to promote
Baby Driver but let s be real,
her debut hit Bodak
his Instagram snaps with
his ballerina babe, Violetta
Yellow, in nearly 19
Komyshan were even cuter. years since Lauryn
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Instagram you captions and fashion call-
wont regret it!
emojis
outs have been endless
entertainment on our feed. CLEO
All we need is our own The latest Emoji update only
means way better ways
Please Say Sorry to to express ourselves.
If a picture is worth a thousand words, how many
Me T-shirt to complete *mind-blown emoji*
would that amount to, with the launch of 69 new
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the vomiting
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jamaluddin If you took a shot every time someone
It seemed in 2017, nothing united Malaysians more Insta-storied their road trips, vacations,
than a collective thirst for Khairy Jamaluddin. This house parties, not-house parties or lie-ins
was evidenced, on the fateful day of June 22, with this tune in the background, your liver
where he asked why people called him Daddy would have stopped working in November.
on social media. Take a guess why. Do you still love the tune, though?
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Nita Cosmetics
Matte Lipstick in
Langkawi, RM59
made beauty
dress, designed
by Brian Khoo
and worn
by Samantha
Nothing has made us more excited about the Katie James
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the rise, it wont be long till our clutches are
overflowing with six different shades of red that we
wouldnt need on a Tuesday noon.
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After all those a case for wanting to
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This #throwback photo
caused more buzz than
any GoT death
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Sarawak (and no one knew!?), we might
be making some exceptions to that rule.
No child
rohingya
should have to
live like this
refugees
The humanitarian crisis on everyones lips
and screens. As of now, plenty of aid and
volunteers are still needed. You can
help, through The UN Refugee Agency
( donate.unhcr.org/int-en/rohingya ) or
Mercy Malaysia ( mercy.org.my ).
Haunting
In the life of
and heart-
a refugee
wrenching
virgil abloh
Combine Nike and the
designer and owner of
Of course, no list would Off-White, and youll have
be complete without
Beyonc (did you think we a sneaker furore. But it
forgot?!). Congratulations
were in order to Queen Bey isnt all just hype. His
and Jay-z who recently
welcomed their twins,
Nike Air Jordan 1, part of
Rumi and Sir Carter
into the world in June.
The Ten collection, has
The pregnancy photos already picked up the
up to the final reveal of
Queen Bey and
her two tots the twins made ovaries Shoe of the Year Award.
explode collectively.
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Nike Air
Force 1
uber eats
v
Ahh, the endless debate: Uber
or Grab? Now, its FoodPanda,
or UberEats? Earlier this year,
UberEats was introduced
in Malaysia. As of now,
its still just servicing some
areas, though, so hang on
tight while they update their
delivery radius.
Nike Air
Jordan 1
What would Have all your
you order meals sorted!
first?
wonderfruit
End your year on a high note with this festival.
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From 1417 Dec in The Fields at Siam Country Club,
Pattaya, create a positive impact through creativity.
If you havent
W
already, get
your tickets from
http://www.
galactix.asia
y u na
to sunrise with artists
like Nicola Cruz,
Khruangbin and Or learn a new
Eduardo Castillo. skill! Our favourite Malaysian has had one of
Explore the art and her best years yet from being the first
structures by sculptors Malaysian to be nominated a BET award,
and engineers, and to getting engaged to Adam Sinclair, our crush
enjoy theatrical Reconnect with on her shows no signs of ending.
performances while you your inner-self
roam free on The Fields. through Shamanic
traditions or other
ancient methods.
Mad props to
Thanks to OurArtsProjects
Morimoto Bangkok, CLEO for revitalising
the art scene
Healthy Food Check out your
hippie retreat at
Trucks and Dean
z
Wonderfruits website.
& Deluca, squash
your munchies and
Or join in on a midnight craving.
wellness class!
the xx
X
concert
Put everything On
Hold right this second
ZHONGSHAN BUILDING
because Angels just Located in Kampung Attap,
answered our prayers:
Wipe away those The XX announced you can now colour up
Teardrops if you
missed the Early
See you at the
concert?
their tour dates in
Malaysia. If your Heart your weekends at this arts
Bird sales. Buy
a ticket to catch
Skipped A Beat , youre
not the only one. Wed practically
hub, whether its by joining
them at www.
ticketpro.com.my
give up our Shelter or eat something
Hot Like Fire just to hear them Say
a workshop or expanding
Something Loving to us. your mind talking to artists.
IN THE
TEXT VOON WEI PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF MOSCHINO
SADDLE
This season, sparkle like a
rhinestone cowgirl and show off
your gams to level up that hot
Moschino dayum. This aint your first rodeo.
Cruise 2018
Tommy Jeans
Pre-Spring 2018
Sneakers, Golden
Goose Deluxe
Brand at M Store
Watch,, RM335,
W
Swatch
S a ch
Embellished
denim jacket,
H&M
time
Duchess & Co.
to play
Heres cheers to a hi-low year-end.
Get playful and toughen up girly
skirts with rugged denim.
Handbag,
Striped socks, $12 H&M
(approx. RM51),
Happy Socks at
Happysocks.com
#TEAMCLEO
T-shirt, SAYS: Say it
RM79.90,
Pull & Bear
proud! Graphic
statement
T-shirts are
#trending so
wear your heart
on your tee.
Get geometric
Ultimate 80s vibes =
highlight that money
a knitted technicolour
maker with sharp,
Cosby sweater (just
square frames to add
dont pull a Cosby)
angles to your face
like hailey
Ring in 2018 like its 1987. Keep it chill like
Hailey Baldwin in the prettiest ugly
sweater and super-high metallic shine.
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fashion hot looks
dear
deck santa
Slide into
Santas DMs
with red and
IT OUT
gold, and youll
be a shoo-in on
the Nice list.
iPhone case,
Tis the season to be jolly, RM49.90, H&M
sweater twin
weather peaks
Lifes too Give the kitty
short for uggo ears a break.
Christmas Tinsel trees
sweaters. are the stars
Be merry in a of the month.
fluffy puffball Headband,
RM29.90, H&M
jumper.
Pom pom sweatshirt,
28(approx. RM154),
Riverisland.com CLEO
Click for our top picks
from the Beyonc
holiday collection.
http://cleo.com.my/
holidayonce-is-back-
and-this-sweatshirt-
is-in-my-christmas-
wish-list/ candy
white land
christmas The perfect
party bag to
This snowflake stuff real, edible
in glovetanned peppermints
leather is a chic (and other sweet
addition to treats). #MetaAF.
your tree. Peppermint crossbody
Snowflake ornament, bag, US$40 (approx.
RM175, Coach RM168), Belk.com TEXT STEPHANIE BOEY PHOTOGRAPHY SHUTTERSTOCK
bah
humbug frosty
Been naughty? eyes
Swap stockings Swarovski
for socks with crystals around
sassy slogans to the peepers
match that RBF. add twinkle
Slogan socks, and sparkle to
RM25, Topshop
your Xmas
#OOTD.
Sunglasses,
Dolce & Gabbana
make it
now dazzle like the
star you are
W
hat colour is your heart? It surely cant
be black (oh, the shade), and with
Pandoras latest collection, you can
brighten up with a flurry of colours.
Bedeck your wrists and stuff stockings
with Hearts of Pandora, which sees sweet hues in ruby,
emerald and pink, while sterling silver adds a touch of
modern luxe. The charms also come in button shapes that
feature halos of micro-set cubic zirconia and airy cut-out
hearts with Danube-cut stones surrounding the gorgeous
stones. Drop hints to bae of which exactly you want just
wear your heart on your sleeve (wrists and fingers, too!).
Timeless Elegance
Rings in green, red
and blue, RM329 each
Cosmic star
embellished
slip dress,
RM585,
Topshop
Sequin houndstooth
drawstring pouch, RM1,465, Sequin ankle boots,
Attico at Matchesfashion.com RM2,625, Rochas at
Matchesfashion.com
Slogan tee,
RM40, Monki
Studded belt, US$13
(approx.
pp RM55),
S e .com
Shein.com
#TEAMCLEO
STYLE TIP: rock
Studs, buckles
and everything
#extra when
steady SSlogan
gan
ssocks,
ks, US$20
(approx.
pprox.
you also do Off-duty goes bad-a$$ cool when RRM85),
85), 032c at
patches on m
matched
ched with hardware and super Ssense.com
iPhone case,
RM34.90, H&M
Monki patches,
RM20, Monki
M ki
Buckled sandals,
RM229, Pull & Bear
Studded card
holder, RM25, Monki
#TEAMCLEO COVETS:
CHRISTMAS EDITION
Dear Santa, weve been very good this year.
All it took
Puffer coat,
RM469,
was a shoe
Bershka cameo on
Hawaiian shirt with
Stranger
jellyfish print, US$179
(approx. RM757),
Things to
Doublerainbouu.com add this to
my list.
Natasha
Breezy, slouchy Iman, Beauty
and definitely Writer
cheaper than a
holiday in Hawaii.
Ah, all the bottoms
I can pair this with!
Joceline Yan,
Features Writer Classic Cortez
sneaker, RM319, Nike
Selah Marley
wears a Suede boots, 415
rampant lion (approx. RM2,035),
as her coat Kenzo at Mytheresa.com
of arms
ketchup or
mustard? Faux patent leather
trousers, RM110.90,
Pull & Bear
sweet
pair
#TeamCLEO says both! Colour
coordinate ths month like Ronald
McDonald yellow and red are
the new colours to show up in.
Remember those
Yoke & Theam x Alia B
shoes that debuted at CLEO
KLFWRTW2017? Get Click to get
your hands on
them now! The Emily your next pair
of stylish kicks.
and Emma mules
from the footwear
label have swapped
out their sporty
laces for contrast
stripes cut from the Winning stripes
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shopping list
Tis the season to give! Check these
latest stores for fresh ideas.
Christmas COACH @ THE GARDENS MALL
brings The newly renovated concept store comes with
nostalgia a craftsmanship bar for monogramming services.
for some. In Customise away at Lot G.228, Ground Floor.
H&M @ IK ANO
POWER CENTRE
H&Ms unofficial song
VETTED CLOTHING for 2017: AnothaOne
These Supreme-inspired by DJ Khaled. Head
tees (RM35/RM40 to East over to Lot G- 01 for the
Malaysia) are in favour of latest store in PJ.
our furry friends: 10% of
the proceeds go to local
animal shelters! Join the REEBONZ
rally at Instagram.com/ @ LOT 10
vettedclothing Get a dose of luxe
with their first
good
Shop with a clear conscience this month with
or go nuts at
the 4,000 sq ft
standalone at Lot
S4S11, Level 2.
these Malaysian labels that give back.
H ELPING
PHOTOGRAPHY TPG NEWS/ CLICK PHOTOS
HAN DS PENAN
With a goal to empower
the Penan people,
this local NGO works
together to sells bags,
TEXT STEPHANIE BOEY
LIGHT
AND
EASY
From poolside to the lounge.
Heres how to chill down and
look extra, with half the effort.
LA BODEGA
The only exception to the
plastic bag = Repleats
laser cut polypropylene
masterpieces. Theres less
guilt on cheat day
buys when theyre in
a bag this pretty.
Box tote, US$112 (approx.
RM474), Repleat at Snackfood
DRAPE-SHIFTER
A flowy wrap dress is amazing
on all shapes. The easiest way
to look good for a night out
without sticky zips or fussy
buttons.
Wrap dress,RM489, Alia B; heart-
shaped shoulder bag, RM40, Monki
FUZZY FEELS
Win at the snug life with soft
sweaters in sweet, pastel hues.
All the better to Netflix and
Chill with.
Classic cut swimsuit (worn
underneath), RM290, April Pool Day
at Snackfood; furry hoodie, RM180,
Monki; double arc ring, RM380, tiny
half moon and eclipse rings, RM370
each, The Straits Finery
GOT A CRUSH
Wear your hearts on your heels,
then fall in love with Merrack &
Cos silver espradilles.
Metallic espradilles, RM189, Merrack
& Co; furry tote, RM150, Monki
PEARL JAM
Go tribal or go home. This party season,
adorn your face with temp accessories
for a look youll love forever. Manish Arora
F/W 2017
beauty
uty hot looks Sephora Collection
Puff & Shine Glitter
Puff, RM60
Benefit Go Go Tint
Essence ZA Perfect Fit Cheek & Lip Stain
I Love Concealer, (10ml), RM160
Extreme RM32.90
Volume
Mascara,
RM16.90
QUICK TIPS
1 Even if brows are
unruly RN, hide
away regrowth by
dabbing concealer.
2 Lay on a softer
pink beneath
your red lip tint for a
Tarte Ready, Set, halo effect.
3
Radiant Skin Stuck for looks?
Mist, RM115
Zoeva 331 Precision Fiery lips are
Lip Brush, RM48 right for any party
dress code.
Eyeko
yeko Brow
Gel,
el, RM119
ODD Fenty Beauty Pro
ONE OUT
Filtr Instant Retouch
Primer, RM140
out of
this
WORLD
Go supernova with cosmic
colours and mega-lit chromatics.
This is one party look you can
see with the naked eye.
TEXT & STYLING NATASHA IMAN ASSISTED BY GAN SHER RHIE
PHOTOGRAPHY RAISA AZZAM
Bioderma Sebium
MELANIE CHOW, H20, RM116
WEB WRITER
This removes all make-up without
leaving your skin oily or stripped
of moisture, so skin feels so
refreshed. No panda eyes, too!
PRISCILLA
OVER
this is a really great
everyday cleanser. This
soft milk is so gentle, yet
it cleanses really well.
Cheers to taking the night Best part is that this
doesnt dry out my
off before you hit the sack. skin at all.
VANESSA LIM ,
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
This micellar water is nothing MEGHAN ANGELICA
but magical water in a bottle. PAUL , WEB WRITER
Removing waterproof make-up This is gentle enough on my
has never been easier as this eyes but removes stubborn
micellar water is convenient, mascara as well. My absolute
removes makeup easily and ride-or-die when it comes to
doesnt tug on my eyes.
COMPILED BY GAN SHER RIE
S O O T H E IT
BROW JOB:
THREADING
Pros Using
BROW JOB:
WA XING twisted thread, this
Pros Its quick, pulls hairs out at
easy, relatively Young Living lightning speed.
Essential Oil in It s fast, cheap, and
painless, you Lavender (15ml),
get really RM148.70 gives you a super-
gorgeous smooth finish.
arches if you Cons Though your
go to the right place, threading lady will claim
and hair grows back it pulls hairs from the
softer and thinner.
Cons Its relatively
more expensive than
all good, roots, experience will
show you otherwise.
Regrowth is pretty fast
brow?
threading and plucking, (youll need a touch up
and since hair grows every week).
back after three weeks, Tip Communicate with
it adds up. your brow lady, lest you
Tip At home, beat after- Waxing, threading or embroidery. How do end up with Pamela
wax redness with aloe you really tame the beast? Anderson arches.
Ouch Level
Q
vera gel or lavender
Heres the sitch: I'm one of those
essential oil. Sheelas Beauty
lucky-unlucky girls with full-on & Boutique
Ouch Level @ Bangsar =
brows and plucking just does no
good-lookin
good. I know there are a ton of ways brows from only
to de-fuzz without any fuss, but which one RM10
would suit me best and most importantly,
which do I choose?
A
Full and thick brows? Girl, youre
lucky! But we totally get the whole
maintenance thing. Grooming, and
keeping them under wraps, can get
Beauty Gene pretty annoying, but thankfully there are quick
has the best fixes. From bushy madness to clean, long-
embroidery in
town, from RM650 lasting frames, here are the 4-11 on the different
techniques that wont raise any eyebrows.
THE UNDERCOVER
SO OT HE IT BROW JOB: MICROBLADING/ BROW JOB
EYEBROW EMBROIDERY Epic eyebrows without
COURTESY OF BENEFIT; SHUTTERSTOCK
MODERN
MASTERPIECE
Paint your holidays outside the
lines with this make-up collection.
H
oliday collections immediately conjure
up the image of sparkles, glitter, and
OTT. But with Man Ray for Nars this
season, get drawn into subdued tones
and surrealist packaging by the late
artist. If youve been lucky enough to
have marveled at a Man Ray artwork or photograph,
own a masterpiece this month. Here, #TeamCLEO
learned more from art historian Wendy Grossman
LOVE GAME
Inspired by Ady Fidelin,
Man Rays muse and her
vibrant personality, go
Man Rays famous ahead and rebel out loud
Glass Tears
is featured in with this palette.
the collection Man Ray for Nars Love Game
Eyeshadow Palette, RM230
GREAT MINDS THINK ALIKE THE LIPS
Man Ray and Franois Nars, Wendy believes, Surrealism aside, your
share the same unconventional vision of lips will do all the talking.
beauty. I think he (Man Ray) would appreciate Colour up your holidays
seeing his work embraced this way as his iconic with this glitterbomb.
photographs gave the collection a mysterious Man Ray for Nars Photogloss
Lip Lacquer in Off Limits, RM97
and surreal vibe that would be loved by all.
in the red
Kiss up with the hot new CLEO x Velvet Vanity matte liquid
lipstick, Take Me Out. Red, set, go!
CLEO x Velvet Vanity
Liquid Lipstick in Take
Me Out, RM59, on
shopvelvetvanity.com
WAKE UP,
MAKE-UP
From brunch to work,
slick hair back into a
high ponytail.
Give lips a quick
slough then slick this
shade. Youre
red to go!
Seeing Red
This chilli hue is not your average red
it glides on smooth and dries to a soft
matte, with a payoff that lasts through
coffee. It suits any skin tone and any
pucker... Now how would
you do your red?
Tasha wears top, Forever 21; skirt, Uniqlo
Velvet
Underground
Velvet Vanity is proudly
100% Malaysian and
cruelty-free. Founded by
Adlina Nadirah, Velvet
Vanity uses only the most
nourishing ingredients for
your lips. With this lipstick
collab, you not only get
your hands on one of the
hottest buys this year, you
#supportlocal too!
Shu Faye wears striped top and
leather skirt, both from Forever 21
REBEL OUT
QUICK TEARSHEET:
Get over year-end blues with
aquamarine lids.
DAZZLE WITH: Brown aint
boring! Nobody can take their
eyes off that blue-brown combo.
NAUGHT Y
NAUGHTY, PSA: Time to stock
up on skincare!
OR NICE?
YOU FORGET
TO BRUSH
YOUR TEETH
Fell asleep? What will Santa say? Check
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honey scrub that softens
and rehydrates skin,
get ready to indulge.
The Manly Man Pomegranate & Fig Mani-Pedi,
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LOccitane Terre
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EDT (50ml), RM280 WEAR WITH...
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Make it last use
unscented lotion
EDGE
before spritzing.
FRENCH KISS
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FACING
THE MUSIC
Steal the limelight wherever you go
with one of these show-stopping party
looks this holiday season.
CODE RED
The struggle to nd the perf
red lippie is real; so how?
TIP:
Friends
iends may come Fairer skin can get away with
and go, but we a berry-red like Revlons
know a good coat Berry Rich while medium
of mascara that skintones will denitely
wont ake on
look bangin in orange-y
you through rain
or shine while reds a la Kiss Me Coral.
speaking volumes. Darker skinned sistas, look
no further than a blood-red
shade like Seductive Sienna.
Revlon Mega Multiplier
Mascara, RM45.90
Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in
Love That Red, RM37.90
TIP:
Prep and prime so
your make-up lasts
long past midnight
just enough time
to score the prince
Photoready Airbrush charming of your
Effect, RM78.90
dreams. *wink*
Photoready Perfecting
Primer, RM69.90
FEELING CHEEKY
Being too cheeky isnt always a bad
thing when youve got it down pat.
The best kind of blushes can be
taken with you wherever you go and
give you colour when you need it
the most. Swipe on this cream-to-
powder formula, and blend out with
your nger tips for natural ush that
you can build to your satisfaction.
Photoready Insta-blush
in Candy Kiss, RM55.90
TIP:
No look is complete
if the brows arent.
Use the angled tip
of this waterproof (it
Revlon ColorStay Brow
Pencil, RM45.90
lasts up to 24 hours!)
pencil to ll in,
then soften with the
spoolie.
LOOKIN' SHARP
Keep all eyes on you with a versatile
eyeshadow palette like this (it even comes
with its own primer). Follow the palettes
eye-shape design to colour within the lines
start from the inner shade for your crease and
blend it with the outer shades. For even an
more dramatic look, apply the shadow wet!
1
Ran out of setting spray? Dont sweat but twist it up with
it! A hydrating mist works just as great funky graphic liner
to secure your makeup and keep you instead. These ball-
feeling fresh all day. tip liners will take
you there with their
2
Hack the matte lip look by dusting on specialised tips.
translucent powder over a single ply
tissue placed on your lips. Dab more
for a darker look.
3
No cakey situations, here! Mix your Revlon ColorStay Liquid
primer and foundation evenly then Eye Pen, RM45.90
apply for a flawless and even base.
From the best shoes to
walk a mile in to the hottest
brands you voted, we
styled. Here are the major
fashion #winners to know.
BEST LOCAL
FOOTWEAR
Nelissa Hilman
Comfort, craftmanship,
style. Step out to
make a statement.
Shoes with buckles,
RM345, Nelissa Hilman
BEST SNEAKER BRAND COOLEST LUXE BRAND
Nike Marc Jacobs
Feed your inner hypebae Unapologetically young and
with at least one pair. cool AF, theres nothing typical
Shades, RM779, Ray-Ban; sneakers, Nike; bag, H&M about Marc Jacobs.
Sheer top, black bra, skirt with fringes and
trench coat, all from Marc Jacobs;
COOLEST
AFFORDABLE
JEWELLERY
Wanderlust & Co.
The prettiest things are
sometimes the most
delicate, so go on,
FAV OURITE adorn yourself.
ONLINE
Necklace, RM247.30,
SHOPPING Wanderlust & Co.
DESTINATION
Zalora
All your style picks,
at just a click.
Knitted top, RM259, and mom
BEST
jeans, RM235, both from Lost SECOND SKIN
Ink at Zalora, glitter boots
and bracelet, both from H&M
Triumph
The support
and comfort you seek.
Bra, RM209, Triumph
FLYEST CELEB COLLAB
Gigi Hadid X
Tommy Hilfiger
Brit-pop meets modern grunge =
a darker side we all want to wear.
Checked slip dress, RM1,399, Gigi Hadid
X Tommy Hilfiger; cartoon T-shirt, RM59,
Cotton On; watch, RM499, Ice Watch;
postcard minaudiere, RM1,000,
Karl Lagerfeld at Zalora
COMFIEST
EVERYDAY KICKS
Clarks
For the hardcore
normcore, walk a mile
in understated style.
Embellished denim, H&M;
legging, RM609, Gigi Hadid
X Tommy Hilfiger; peep toed
chunky heels, RM469, Clarks
BEST LOCAL
DESIGNER LABEL
Melinda Looi
Melinda Loois distinguished, rich
tailoring always impresses.
Dress, RM3,945 and plastic raincoat,
RM163, both from Melinda Looi; bootie,
H&M; shades, RM839, Ray-Ban
BEST SUNNIES
Ray-Ban
Classic aviators will have your
style game soaring up high.
Shades, RM839, Ray-Ban
TRENDY K-POP
THREADS
Mixxo
Go straight to
yasss with a K-Pop
inspired wardrobe.
Shirt dress, RM69, 7DAYZ; tweed
pinafore, RM296, Mixxo; clutch
bag, RM1,200, Karl Lagerfeld
at Zalora; cap, RM110, Pestle &
Mortar; socks, stylists own
BEST OUTDOOR-READY GEAR
Timberland
Their ubiquitous yellow boots aside,
Timberland is everything for your rugged side.
Checked shirt dress with belt, RM529 and
oversized parka, both from Timberland
TRENDIEST
HIGH STREET
PITSTOP & BEST
SUSTAINABLE
FASHION LABEL
H&M
What has two letters
and has all your trendy
go-tos? Yep, H&M.
Embellished beanie,
RM69.90, T-shirt dress,
RM69.90, and sheer dress,
all from H&M; sneakers,
RM479, Nike; plastic bag,
RM350, Melinda Looi
CUTEST BAGS
Kate Spade New York
So cute, you cant handle em.
We warned you!
SIGNATURE PIECE
The Levis Trucker jacket
signies the hardworking
American tradition and
has come a long way, and
is still evolving; this time
morphing into a shape that MADE TO FIT Whatever
is classic yet modern. your shape or personal
style, you can wear this
jacket with absolutely
everything and anything.
STAR POWER
Denim was made
ma to be worn
out. So a scuff here or there
doesnt matter. Plus, the star-
spangled studs will make
you feel like a real rockstar.
FASHION BEST LOCAL
AWARDS
2017 FOOTWEAR Nelissa Hilman
The only way is up when you step out in
Malaysia's most-loved designer shoe brand.
Eyeglasses (0VO4072) in
bluette, RM419, Vogue Eyewear
h e s
' b
s b om
t h e Though shes played
a mummy and an
undercover agent, theres
nothing covert about
Sofia Boutella.
S
ofia Boutella has fast-tracked to fame in the last few years.
First came Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014) and before
that, the screen siren upped the ante with a key role in Star Trek:
Beyond (2016). Then she exploded onto the screen again,
playing the title role in The Mummy (2017) opposite Tom
Cruise. Most recently, she burned up the screens in Atomic
Blonde (2017) alongside Charlize Theron. Theres something
about the Algerian bombshell her unique features, striking
physique and exotic accent is
now drawing all eyes on her,
even after initially not being
able to find her niche. Casting
Its exciting for
directors couldnt figure me out,
she revealed. Regular Hollywood standards aside, Sofia me to suddenly
is now attracting massive attention from major studios,
and shes glad to have had the chance to work with the be on a set with
some of the top
biggest in the business. Im humbled to have been able
to be on set with so many great actors at this stage in my
career, Sofia said.
Its certainly glory days for the 35-year-old Algerian-
born actress whose family fled to Paris in 1992 during
people ... I find
the height of that countrys civil war, who would later
study gymnastics (she made the French Olympic
myself doing
gymnastics team at age 15), ballet, and modern dance,
often earning money by break-dancing in the streets of scenes with
Paris. After moving to Los Angeles in her mid-twenties,
she landed gigs touring as a principal dancer with people I once
dreamed about
Madonna and studied acting for six years. Here, she talks
acting and about how she fit in, by standing out.
Sofia, you seem to be making one big
Hollywood movie after another. How working with.
does it feel?
Its pretty phenomenal and it feels like
I havent stopped working over the past two years. It s exciting for me to suddenly
be on a set with some of the top people in the business and find myself doing
scenes with people I once dreamed about working with as a teenager.
How was it playing opposite Charlize Theron?
It was mind-blowing to work with her. She made things very comfortable for me
especially in those intimate scenes and it wasnt that hard to work with someone
whos so gorgeous. She is such a great actress and I really appreciated being
able to have the chance to work with a woman who has accomplished so much
and is both a very strong and generous woman.
In Atomic Blonde , you and Charlize share some very torrid scenes
together. What was it like doing that very intense scene? Was it awkward
at all for any of you?
I was very nervous at first and it took me a bit of time to get comfortable. But
Charlize was so cool about it that I was able to relax pretty quickly and just be in
the moment. You crack a few silly jokes to loosen the tension but you also need
to pay attention to a lot of the technical aspects of shooting a scene like that
which is not sexy at all.
Even if I was not going to be successful, at least I had to try. I was probably a
little crazy and nave, but I had a lot of passion and ambition.
Was it frustrating dealing with the rejection from casting directors?
For about two years, I was always hearing No which begins to make you lose
your confidence or you hear nothing at all! That s even worse. I didnt fit inside
any box. Casting directors couldnt figure me out. They thought I was Brazilian,
I was half black, half white. They didnt get me...
Do you think youve found a niche in Hollywood while playing in all
these big action films?
Sometimes you wonder about whether you can be boxed into those kinds of
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your life, your
you rules HER SAY
YOU DO
YOU!
Five reasons why going stag during
the festivities (or any time) aint a
bad thing at all. Yay singlehood!
2PM + Netflix + just
me time = Love!
1
YOU CAN GO TO THE
NORTH POLE. Or go anywhere you want.
wan
For as long as you want. Care to spend three
months learning Italian in Tuscany and want to lleave
next week? You tell that passport whos boss.. You Your
freedom is your greatest asset, so use it. This requi
requires
funds, but youll have the money you saved from not
4
buying Christmas presents for #bae. YOU WILL HAVE BET TER SEX.
You might be engaging in less bump and grind
2
YOU CAN SWIPE TO YOUR on the regular, but the nookie that you do
HEARTS CONTENT. And flirt have will be better. Statistics show that while
with anyone you like. Flirting is one of single shave about half the amount of sex as those
lifes most satisfying pleasures. Its not so in a committed LTR, theyre having a sweeter time
appropriate when you have someone in your life, but thanks to oodles of sex hormones flying around when
the glorious freedom of being youre sleeping with someone new.
able to flirt with wild abandon If youre single And even if youre not, you have
with any Hemsworth lookalike
shouldnt be sneezed at. Not
at the moment, the promise of hooking up with
someone fresh and exciting in the
only has it been shown to aid
in the release of dopamine,
youre part of the not-too-distant future. We all know
that the anticipation is half the fun.
serotonin, and adrenaline biggest social
5
YOURE PART OF
(a.k.a happy juice, sexy serum
and adventure elixir), it is its own change to happen SOCIAL CHANGE.
reward. So go forth. this decade. If you didnt already realise,
single people outnumber
3
YOU CAN (FINALLY) UPGRADE married people in several parts of the world. And
YOUR LIFE. Being single means you those numbers continue to climb as people become
can work on the empire of you. Sustaining increasingly unwilling to settle for subpar
a healthy relationship takes serious elbow anything. Its causing a trickle-down effect, too, with
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grease grease that you can use to slide towards a the way that people live, work and socialise changing
better career. In fact, if youre in the market for a new across the board. Basically, if youre single at the
job. Youre actually more likely to score the role thanks moment, youre part of the biggest social change to
to your single status, plus youll be able to dedicate happen this decade. Yep, youre kind of a big deal.
yourself to climb the ranks.
why her?
You know those girls theres just something about them that
makes them so magnetic. And if you really want to be just the
same and stand out at a party, its not rocket science.
I
have a friend (let s just call her Amanda) who can enter a room and effortlessly
have all the dudes there eating right out of her hand. On three occasions,
three separate male friends contacted me within 24 hours of meeting her to
ask if she was single. The thing is, Amanda isnt a Gigi Hadid look-alike or a
bombshell with a perma-blowdry. Shes a down-to-earth and adorable. She
wears reading glasses, peasant dresses and an open smile. A sexpot she is
not, yet everyone wants to bask in her presence.
LET YOUR FLAG FLY
We all know it when we see it that ineffable quality that settles like fairy dust on
certain people wherever they go. It s a genuine sexiness, not just 'Im trying to look
like that hot girl on Instagram'," NY-based sex therapist Sari Cooper has revealed.
(She calls it sex esteem.) And as more flirting takes a place within Tinders messaging
system, face-to-face magnetism is rare. Weve become lazy and have forgotten
that charisma is still essential in dating, explains Matthew Hussey, the dating
coach behind howtogettheguy.com (and all those vids you watch obsessively on
Facebook). What works online quick and snarky humour doesnt always work so
well in person.
up your
oral
skills
And improve your speeches,
speech that
h is.
Heed these tips and youll ace those
Christmas party toasts, no jitters.
j
1
Consider your audience. If it s a family affair, expect
mums, dads, gong gongs and po pos to be scattered s
through the crowd. Before launching into An And that s why
shes never had another threesome story, make su sure yyou wont
set someones heart rate through the roof.
2
Be heartfelt over going for laughs, always. Gently
Ge pokingg
fun at someone is fine, but making them the butt b of a joke
isnt. Humiliation isnt traditional, it s mean.
3
When coming up with material, school should be your
starting point and the memories will flow. Your aim is to
have people feeling better about themselves after af your
speech. Not drowning their shame in booze.
"But what do
I say ahh?"
1
Be wary when h trying
rying to crack a joke, as the risks your mirror/dog. Anything to
outweigh the benefits.
enefits. If you really want to, make get you as comfy as possible.
sure it s a generalal statement (ie. the wonderful Deep breaths. Take one
S
2
A work presentations,
At ations, you never know who centre yourself.
Talk slower than you think.
is sitting in the room
oom and who you might offend.
Nerves often speed us up
S
Iff you bust out a joke and nd hear nothing but crickets, Pause and make eye
you might h h have to do some ome back-tracking. Many a contact. It keeps your audience
career has been damaged ed by an ill-advised attempt at engaged and focused on you.
h
humour, David warned.
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Bye bye, boozy nights. Heres how to keep your health intact for the new year.
F
irst there was kelp, then there was kale. You were
Fun festive idea:
Staying in to slinging wheatgrass shots since 2007, colonic
meal prep! cleanses are so been-there-done-that and the
juice fast fad came and went. What could possibly
be good for you now that even #cleaneating is
somewhat #debunked? If youre facing a pretty
alcohol-induced December, then let s just break it all down:
You want to enjoy a drink or two (or three, let s face it) without
the dread of a hangover, and have the energy to be able to
handle that burgeoning year-end schedule. We got you.
thats a
STRETCHWho ordered a stiff drink of
strains and pains? Cheers to
better QOL with these methods. CLEO
Laughter may be the
best medicine, but
you should book a
Rolfing appointment.
Physical
therapy
and sports
massages Muscle Work 1:
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Active Isolated
Muscle Work 2: Rolfing
Stretching (AIS) You didnt read that wrongly and thought it
Think beyond yoga or pilates:
was ROFL Rolfing is a structural integration
this technique will make you
technique that was developed by Ida Rolf, which
feel the difference even after
is hands-on physical manipulation that works the
one session. Created 40 years
fascia (the connective tissues around the muscles)
ago by a kinesiotherapist
to release tension and realigns parts of the body.
named Aaron Mattes, this
Benefits: So much improvement in the quality of
gentle stretching treatment
movement, chronic pain, sports injuries as well as
uses your own ability to
postural problems. More: You can try Rolfing (from
stretch and pull no tugging
RM280) at Bodywork Therapy, Plaza Damas, Sri
or pain involved. The Stretch Clinic, founded by
Hartamas (012-655 3380). www.rolfing.com.my
Liam Harkness, is the first AIS, massage and physical
therapy provider.
Benefits: Isolated stretching pumps blood to
the muscles where its been neglected or frozen,
opening up tight muscles and decompress painful
joints and reprogramme your body for better
movement, co-ordination, and blood circulation.
More: Book in an AIS session (from RM150 for 60
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anxiety
Racing heart, walls closing in and its getting harder to breathe anxiety is
more than just freaking out, and CLEO digs deeper into the disorder.
I
was painting the town red with my crew, and everything was fine,
until I felt a lump rising in my throat. It wasnt that I didnt want to
talk or socialise I physically couldnt. I stammered an excuse and
left without even finishing my drink. You know when youre on a
rollercoaster and feel your stomach drop? It felt like that, out of nowhere
and all I could think about was: What the f**k is happening?
Jane* was diagnosed with anxiety two years ago, after spending a year
suffering horrible bouts like that in silence. But she told herself that it
was just a phase; after all, she had just turned 25 and it was probably just a hit of the
quarter-life crisis... right? She figured it would pass after recharging over a long weekend.
But it didnt, and spiralled into something worse. She began to withdraw from her
usually thriving social life, choosing to spend more time alone and at home for fear that
another bout would trigger while Instagramming over brunch. She once even went to the
hospital thinking she was having a panic attack.
THE SCIENCE
with your day-to- HELP YOURSELF GET
BEHIND ANXIETY day life, theyre THROUGH IT
If you are having a panic attack,
Anxiety comes in many forms
and can be part of your genetic a condition. Dr Carbone advises deep
breathing. You have this surge
makeup most of the time it s
not situational and anyone can of adrenaline, so one of the ways
get it. Studies show that globally one in 13 suffer from to stop [it] is to sit quietly and take slow, deep breaths
anxiety, affecting six per cent of Asians. Numbers with your eyes closed. While it can be managed
also show that anxiety affects Malaysian women aged with medication and therapy, anxiety conditions are
between 25-29 the most! lifelong and symptoms can evolve.
We talk about anxiety but it s shorthand for Anxiety is a totally different experience for
anxiety conditions [such as] phobias, generalised everyone, but with treatment, most symptoms can be
anxiety disorder, social anxiety and obsessive managed, especially if you seek help early. Listen
compulsive disorder, said Dr Stephen Carbone, to the subtle signs of the body before the attack
policy and evaluation research leader with Beyond and take steps to derail the emotional build up,
Blue (an Australian site that provides comprehensive says Dr Carbone. So while having anxiety can be a
help and information on anxiety and depression). harrowing experience, living with it doesnt have to
Each have their own symptoms but the classic be. Remember to take a step back if things get too
features are panic attacks, a pounding heart, overwhelming, and remember that you are loved.
ORIGINAL REPORTING MEL EVANS ADDITIONAL REPORTING
draw
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me in
Drawing fantastical
subjects like mermaids
and fairies makes me
happy; I do it with the
hopes that it transports
people from the trappings
of real life. Ellie Yong
(@elliethopia), mural artist.
PLAY travel
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UNDER
Fill your Melbourne summer days
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heres really nothing like an Aussie
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away the layers to bask in the dry,
Explore the hidden
back lanes of the CBD
balmy heat, then hit the lanes to discover art,
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vs
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after-hours? Uhm, do you
at vintage arcade games.
need to ask twice?
E
FRE E THI NGS TO DO IN ME LBOURN
1 For a view
of the city
like no other 2 Rekindle
your love
for nature
by taking a
Road trip!
3 The
Great
Ocean
Road drive is
a must. Then,
visit Melbournes
war memorial, walk through marvel at the
For those The Shrine of the beautiful 12 Apostles
who have Gorgeous
Remembrance. greens
Royal Botanical for the
fallen
Gardens. finishing act!
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stay in,
chill out Head out to these hot KL
food stops, or #JOMO and
recreate their recipes at home.
SMOOTHIE SWEETHEART
SIGNATURE AAI BOWL BY
Going out with the fam
THE GOOD CO just for the gram.. err,
Nice to photograph but even nicer to just we mean bonding time
INGREDIENTS
gobble down in its entirety, this is the (SERVES 10)
healthy aai route this month (put away For smoothie pure:
those Asahis!). 1 whole banana
TELL ME HOW: For the aai pure: 1) 1 100g (3.5 oz) pack
Add banana, aai pulp, red dragon fruit frozen unsweetened
into the blender. (Adding in that order, aai berry pulp
1 cup frozen red
starting with the soft fruits, will make it
dragon fruit
easier on your blender blades.) 2) Blend on low until larger chunks are
broken down, then gradually increase speed. 3) When ingredients have Garnishing
2 whole strawberries,
mostly come together, blend on high for 15 to 20 seconds more.
sliced
Final touches: 1) Pour aai pure into a bowl and alternate piping bags 6 small slices of
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