Novel Style: Literature in Fashion

By Faye Remedios  ON May 18th 2013 at 6:00AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

When it comes to literature and fashion, the two are kindred spirits. The creators of beautiful accoutrements have often turned to literary offerings for inspiration. After all, clothes do not merely "dress us". Virginia Woolf informs us in Orlando: "Vain trifles as they seem, clothes have, they say, more important offices than merely to keep us warm." So what better way for designers to display their literary bent of mind than to use favourite books or characters as a cultural reference on the runway. We pick some of our favourite collections.  ...   Continue Reading »

Vacheron Constantin Unveils Watches Inspired by Degas' Masterpieces

By Faye Remedios  ON May 17th 2013 at 9:23AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

To mark the occasion of the tri-centenary of the cole Franaise de Danse, Vacheron Constantin has unveiled three one-of-a-kind creations in its new Mtiers d'Art Hommage l'Art de la Danse collection. The world of ballet and hororology collide as these timepieces revisit the ancestral Grand Feu grisaille enamelling technique to highlight the art of classical ballet through several masterpieces by Edgar Degas.  ...   Continue Reading »

Futuristic Notes: A Radical Music Box

By Faye Remedios  ON May 15th 2013 at 6:00AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

Luxury watchmaker MB&F have collaborated with REUGE to create the MusicMachine, a spaceship-styled tabletop music box that is anything but conventional. It is available in a limited edition of just 66 pieces.  ...   Continue Reading »

Hedonistic Pleasure: Lamborghini Unveils the Outrageous Egoista

By Faye Remedios  ON May 14th 2013 at 6:00AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

As part of its 50th anniversary celebrations, Lamborghini has unveiled the Egoista - a car made for just one person. This Walter De Silva designed single-seater is inspired by an Apache helicopter, where the cockpit can be ejected in an emergency. The profile is said to represent a charging bull with its head down and horns pointed forward.  ...   Continue Reading »

Scrumptious Beauty: Mango Infused Products

By Faye Remedios  ON May 11th 2013 at 6:00AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

After years of debate and arguing about the health benefits of mangoes, experts have finally agreed that it's good for you. And the best part is that they don't just mean eating the fruit. Chock full of antioxidants, vitamins and minerals, mangoes pack in numerous beauty benefits - from being able to preventing wrinkles to clearing blemishes and nourishing hair - when applied topically. We find crave-worthy mango infused products that give a delicious lift to your daily routine.  ...   Continue Reading »

Pick of the Week: Nail Polish For Sensitive Skin

By Faye Remedios  ON May 6th 2013 at 10:00AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

Every week we showcase one luxury pick that indulges and pampers you, satisfies a craving, helps you tick a name of a wish list or just gives you some TLC. This week, we pick Clinique's A Different Nail Enamel for Sensitive Skins Here's why...  ...   Continue Reading »

Extraordinary Shoes: Take a Walk on the Wild Side

By Faye Remedios  ON May 3rd 2013 at 6:00AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

Most women will agree that the right pair of heels adds the perfect finishing touch to an outfit. But sometimes, you find a pair so utterly fabulous, that they make heads turn all on their own. We hunt down some unique shoes that are at once whimsical, creative and as innovative as they are gorgeous. And whether you find them fabulous or outrageous, there's no denying that these shoes will ensure that you reach new heights of style.  ...   Continue Reading »

Hublot Unveils Limited Edition Watch

By Faye Remedios  ON Apr 30th 2013 at 6:00AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

Hublot pays homage to Double Olympic Champion and Double World Champion skier as well as brand ambassador, Maria Hlf-Riesch, by creating a "Snow Leopard" Big Bang for her in snow-white ceramic, featuring a leopard print dial set with 8 diamonds and limited to 50 pieces.  ...   Continue Reading »

Summer Hair Rehab: How to Revive Your Strands

By Faye Remedios  ON Apr 27th 2013 at 6:00AM IN Rated   Time n Style 

If you find yourself sporting a lackluster coif instead of a bouncy updo this summer, it's time to take care of those parched strands. Here's what you need to do to restore shine, add elasticity and take your strands from sun-stressed to sun-kissed.  ...   Continue Reading »