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A study by Future Forum (a consortium by Slack, Boston Consulting Group, Millerknoll, and Management Leadership for Tomorrow) in 2023 found that since 2020, burnout has been on the rise. While it affects all ages and genders, a majority of respondent

Recently, a news article about Singapore marathoner Soh Rui Yong sparked a mini revelation. “Singapore’s top marathoner launches academy” announced the headline. The report detailed his plans to offer remote marathon coaching services to working prof

This is a love story. Though not in the conventional sense. This is a tale of self-love and self-discovery, one that’s unfolded over Rebecca Lim’s pregnancy journey. “Pregnancy has taught me a lot of things,” says the 37-year-old actor. Our conversat

When it comes to the ingenious repurposing of fabrics, Japanese fashion designer Chitose Abe is in a league of her own. Abe is the brains behind Sacai, and has successfully made a name for herself with her brilliant, deconstructed clothing – think cl

When Rebekka Bay joined Marimekko as creative director in 2023, one of the first things she did was to identify the brand’s key silhouettes and work around it. “[The brand] has always been about the art of printmaking, and we are famous for our patte

You may recognise the name (and face) of Elin Kling as one of the pioneers in fashion blogging, alongside Chiara Ferragni, Susie Bubble, Rumi Neely, and Aimee Song. Renowned for her understated Scandinavian style, Elin made a significant mark in the

Ferragamo’s Resort collection is a masterclass in tailoring elegance – in particular, creative director Maximilian Davis’ take on the shorts suit, made up of a cropped cocoon-shaped hoodie and tailored shorts. Balmain’s Olivier Rousteing always wel

For decades, the fashion and beauty industries have tapped on ageist sentiments against women as a marketing tool – and this happens even today. Perhaps that is why stereotypical comments like “You shouldn’t be wearing this after [insert age here]”or

To ensure a well-balanced closet, prioritising colours that effortlessly complement each other is key. The most versatile options typically come from neutral and base colours, such as black, navy blue, grey, and tan. A smart approach involves acquiri

Many of today’s buyers, especially in Asia, prefer to understand the DNA of a jewellery maison before investing in a piece. They want to uncover the history and see the inspiration behind the brand. Even entry level pieces without diamonds are part o

It’s Wednesday morning, and you find yourself in your fifth meeting of the day. You’ve already navigated Tim’s continuous interruptions, John’s repeated attempts to “mansplain” your project, and the unexpected responsibility of organising Vera’s birt

Kester Tay, 38, and Kavitha Shekar, 40, co-founders and therapists at Intracresco Having healed from their own lived experiences of abuse, anxiety, conflict, and trauma, Kester, a former diplomat, and Kavitha, formerly in healthcare, utilise their

JENNIFERAgeEarly 30sOccupationAssociate manager Industry/Education levelPublic Relations/Master’s Degree Monthly salary $6,000-$7,000 MONTHLY EXPENSESRent/Utilities & Internet$1,000 Insurance$4,300 a year for life, critical illness and hospit

NAME Aarthi SankarHIGHEST EDUCATION Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology at the National University of SingaporeJOB TITLE Executive director of SPCAWORK EXPERIENCE 12 years Aarthi Sankar may have been with the SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty t

Did you know that women outperform men when it comes to investment returns? According to a 10-year study by international financial consultant firm Fidelity, they make 0.4% more on average than their male counterparts. Still, some women are hesitant

We ask a psychologist to explain what the different attachment styles mean, and how yours might impact your relationships. (Hint: It starts with your childhood.) Have you ever noticed repeating patterns in your love life? Perhaps you always seem to

When the craft coffee scene blew up in Singapore over a decade ago, bean aficionados flocked to speciality coffee roasters Chye Seng Huat Hardware, Common Man Coffee Roasters and Toby’s Estate for their fix. Today, these pioneering players have been

Maya’s* nightmare began three years ago, during a routine play session with her three-year-old daughter, Lily*. Maya was planning a weekend outing with the family, and had asked her little girl if she preferred the zoo or the aquarium. Lily chose nei

The cult-favourite semi-matte cushion foundation gets a skin-friendly update thanks to the addition of the K-beauty brand’s patented Jaum Activator, a revitalising ingredient found in its First Care Activating Serum. Comes in five shades. Formulated

I think I might be the red flag in my romantic relationships. I relate with some of the signs that I read about, and I think I exhibit those patterns. Is this normal? How can I address these issues? First of all, we all exhibit certain red flags to

With all the effort and time spent on your makeup, the last thing you want is for it to smudge and fade by midday. Thankfully, there are many makeup products that promise long-lasting properties today. Besides giving you a smooth transition from boar

Blush is a staple in our makeup routines. It’s a quick fix for a radiant glow, especially if you’re pressed for time. Even so, you can take your blush game a step further by layering different formulas. Makeup artist Lasalle Lee says this makeup tech

Do you ever find yourself looking at someone’s face and wondering about the stories it holds? “Different parts of our face symbolise different aspects of a person’s luck or fortune,” says Master Alex Low, founder of The Meta Services, and a Chinese M

In the United States, there have been reports of a “tween takeover” at Sephora, with young girls swarming the stores for products from brands like Drunk Elephant, Sol de Janeiro, Glow Recipe and Summer Fridays. Search Tiktok, and you’ll find videos o

Cle de Peau Beaute’s Eye Contour Cream Supreme is the latest addition to the luxury skincare brand’s Supreme Age Artisans series. The nourishing formula employs the brand’s proprietary Future-Sculpt Technology, a youth-enhancing concoction that is fe

Dress, Tod’s. Gloves, stylist’s ownHAIR AUNG APICHAI, USING KEVIN.MURPHY MAKEUP LASALLE LEE, USING KVD BEAUTY MODELS ZHOU YAO & LIANG JIA YI/MANNEQUIN. Dress, Dolce & Gabbana. Gloves, stylist’s own. Blazer, Prada. Gloves, stylist’s own. Top and glove

Sweden may be known for iconic mid-century furniture, but its independent perfumeries are equally worthy of attention. Stora Skuggan, a Stockholm-based perfume studio, is a niche producer founded by five multidisciplinary creatives in 2015. Encased i

In short, your skin does not build an immunity to skincare products over time. Initially, the results of using new skincare products may be more obvious, but as time progresses, these effects become harder to notice. This is not because the product h

The one thing most of us have in common is our desire to love and be loved – but it is easier said than done. Since time immemorial, our quest for love remains eternal, messy, and full of fantasies, heartbreaks, grand gestures, unrequited crushes, ex