Earn your stripes
Even the Germans are in on the Year of the Tiger celebrations as MCM introduces a capsule collection for its signature Visetos that uses only top-quality Nappa leather. Every item has the tiger motif depicted on the cognac leather that is adorned with the Bavarian diamond tiger stripes on the crossbody bag, card case and T-shirt.
Still rock ‘n’ roll
Fauré Le Page launches the Daily Battle 19 collection in red hot shades with an edgy rock ‘n’ roll feel to it. The iconic Ecailles Canvas features a tiger’s head, a symbol of strength and courage. The phone case is one to look out for, as it is inspired by the gun manufacturers of the original Maison Fauré Le Page. Hot Fire phone case is available in 90 numbered copies.
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The new royals
In 1928, the Maharajah of Patiala commissioned the house of Boucheron to design jewellery for him that was filled with precious gems. Today, Boucheron recreates that design with the New Maharajah’s collection that highlights designs referring to elements which symbolise ancestral India, such as the lotus flower, turban ornaments or wedding bracelets. Even traditional methods such as glyptics — which is the art of engraving stones — are used to give life to the collections.
Real men do wear make-up
Harry Styles has led the way for men to wear a woman’s blouse or a dress — so now it is ok for men to wear make- up too. Peter Philips, creative and image director for Dior Makeup, has created a men’s line that is natural and flawless. This was featured on the models at the winter 2022/2023 men’s collection by Kim Jones. The collection includes products such as Face & Body Foundation; Powder-no-Powder and Dior Stick Glow 005 Opal for the cheekbones. To finish the look, lips are hydrated with Rouge Dior Velvet Balm 000 Diornatural.
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Soothing shades
H&M’s latest collection for men goes heavy on pastels for the Blank Staples collection in clean-cut styles in heavyweight cotton fabrics. This everyday streetwear range features oversized and boxy-fit tees, sweatshirts, hoodies, joggers, underwear and socks. The colour palette is clean and modern in faded pastels such as pistachio, sky blue and stone, along with a shot of off-black shade.
Beauty chat
Clarins now offers a live consultation service at Clarins.com.sg, a one-on-one interactive virtual consultations with Clarins Beauty Coaches for personalised recommendations, as well as tips and tricks on any of their beauty products. This is perfect for those who are too busy to make that trip to the Clarins boutiques — you can shop and speak with the beauty coaches, who will take your appointment and who are able to recommend products for a personalised beauty routine targeted at their shared skin concerns.
