October 2022

Her World Singapore

Her World is Singapore's Number 1 women's magazine.

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The Power of Pink
PHOTOGRAPHY Joel Low, assisted by Eddie Teo CREATIVE DIRECTION & STYLING Windy Aulia, assisted by Joanzine Lee & Jeon Jae Won ART DIRECTION Ray Ticsay HAIR Edward Chong / Evolve Salon, using Oribe & Manisa Tan, using Anticollectivepro.sg MAKEUP Toni
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EDITORIAL Editor-in-Chief ELIZABETH LEE epslee@sph.com.sg Creative Director WINDY AULIA waulia@sph.com.sg Associate Editor CHELSIA TAN chelsiat@sph.com.sg Digital Editor CHERYL CHAN chanjl@sph.com.sg Contributing Features Editor KARISHMA T
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Here’s To Strong Women
One of the trending filters I came across on Instagram Reels recently is the one that predicts the worst year of your life. I might have laughed at some of the funny reactions, but I have to say I don’t need a viral social media trend to tell me that
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Double Duty
PHOTOGRAPHY Joel Low, assisted by Eddie Teo CREATIVE DIRECTION & STYLING Windy Aulia, assisted by Joanzine Lee & Jeon Jae Won ART DIRECTION Ray Ticsay HAIR Edward Chong / Evolve Salon, using Oribe & Manisa Tan, using Anticollectivepro.sg MAKEUP Ton
Her World Singapore2 min readPopular Culture & Media Studies
HW Endorses: The Modern Corset
Kim Kardashian had the help of three assistants to strap her into her specially made corset by legendary corsetier Mr Pearl, so she could slip into her tiny-waisted Mugler mini dress for the Met Gala in 2019. And with all the rage surrounding the Net
Her World Singapore1 min readPopular Culture & Media Studies
The Fashion Insider Edit
Reinvent your basic, everyday pieces with personality-filled separates – think a white tank top with soft leather trousers at Chloe, or a white shirt worn under a corset dress at Sacai. Designers are championing a post-pandemic uniform consisting of
Her World Singapore2 min readPopular Culture & Media Studies
Everyday Treasures
As one of Hollywood’s most sought-after stylists, Kate Young is known for her work with celebrity clients such as Selena Gomez, Margot Robbie and Dakota Johnson, to name but a few. “Kate has a way of making a woman look and feel confident through an
Her World Singapore3 min readPopular Culture & Media Studies
Down To The Details
The maximalist trend takes on a fun approach with coloured furry bags, as seen at Dolce & Gabbana and Fendi. Androgynous pairings give this textured arm candy a more fashion forward vibe. A monochromatic outfit gives emphasis to a statement hat. Th
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Two Of A Kind
To the casual observer, it might seem as though Lum May Yee and Glenn Yong are nothing alike. One is a former model and actress who now does sales and marketing for a jewellery business; the other, a rising star in the entertainment industry. Their p
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Out Of The Box
Stroll along the streets of Paris, and you’ll likely come across a Longchamp tote or two. After all, the ubiquitous Le Pliage, made from a recycled polyamide canvas with cowhide trimmings, is lightweight, foldable and available in a dizzying array of
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Her Story Lum May Yee
On a seemingly normal day in September 2015, Lum May Yee, who was 42 then, woke up from what she thought was a straightforward surgery, only to be told that she had breast cancer. The first inkling that something was wrong happened three months earli
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Poetry In Motion
Framed by a fluted white gold bezel, with 24 flowers set with diamonds in the centre, the floral motif dial of the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 31 is an Azzurro-Blue wonder that is hard to ignore. One would expect nothing less of Rolex, a brand th
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His Story Glenn Yong
Glenn Yong was four years old when he had his first brush with the C-word. His grandfather, a heavy smoker, was diagnosed with lung cancer.“I was very close to my grandfather. The funny thing is, I can’t remember anything else from [my toddler years]
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Glazed To Perfection
As if we haven’t already realised how excellent doughnuts are, these yummy ringed snacks are now an inspiration for the biggest skincare trend of 2022. The “glazed doughnut” look came to everyone’s attention last year, when American model Hailey Bieb
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Beauty Editor’s Faves
1. Jung Beauty Probiotics Firming & Brightening Eye Serum, $75 Look bright-eyed (even when you’re running on empty) with this K-beauty eye serum. A combination of probiotics, niacinamide, caffeine and superfoods hydrates and smooths the delicate eye
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Harvesting The Timeless Scent Of Chanel No. 5
Oscar-winning French actress Marion Cotillard, who is also currently the face of Chanel No. 5, remembers how she discovered the iconic fragrance as a pre-teen. When she was 11 or 12, her mother had slipped a bottle of the perfume into Cotillard’s lug
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Influencer Beauty Brands To Shop Right Now
From content creators to business owners, we’re seeing more celebrity- and influencer-owned brands over the recent years. When it comes to choosing what we eat, wear and use these days, we’re spoilt for choice. But what we love is how many of these b
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Tiffany Talks Beauty
When we met Girls’ Generation’s Tiffany Young, we were completely in awe of the singer’s flawless complexion. For someone who says that she hasn’t been sleeping much with her extremely busy schedule (the K-pop girl group made a recent comeback to cel
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A Floral Odyssey
Why do we fall back on floral fragrances time and again? The reason is quite simple: Our sense of smell is the strongest of all our five senses, one that is closely linked to memory and emotion. Hence, the scents of different blooms can evoke differe
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A Fearless Visionary
Some parents in Singapore would have been through this rite of passage: Registering a spot for their child – from as young as two months old – at a sought-after preschool to guarantee a chance for an official registration when the child comes of age.
Her World Singapore7 min readGender Studies
True To Her Heart
When Amanda Chong was in school, her friends and teachers would call her “motormouth Mandy”, because “I used to talk so much and I had an opinion about everything,” she says with a laugh. Amanda went to an all-girls’ school, where she was nurtured b
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Life In Plastic
If you’re dipping your toes into pink eye makeup, consider incorporating complementary colours like violet and blue. Here, makeup artist Lasalle Lee showcases how a sweep of baby pink on the lids, violet on the outer corners and crease, and cerulean
Her World Singapore6 min readSmall Business & Entrepreneurs
Why Female-led Businesses Get Less Funding – And What We Can Do About It
There’s no denying the facts: There are fewer female entrepreneurs and venture capitalists (VCs) than men, and if you look at global standards, the numbers are dire. In 2020, less than 3 per cent of venture capital funding went to female-led start-up
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The Importance Of Mammograms
Getting regular mammogram screenings is essential to keeping your breasts healthy. Screening, by definition, checks for disease when it is too early to cause symptoms or, in other words, when you feel normal. Singapore’s Breast Cancer Foundation says
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Body Of Love
The human body is an amazing thing. As long as you put your heart and mind to it, you can get to where you want to be.” For breast cancer survivor Charlene Koh, being diagnosed with cancer impacted more than just her health – she struggled with low s
Her World Singapore3 min readDiet & Nutrition
Girl Talk
When I turned 27, my health started deteriorating. I was faced with an onslaught of health issues, including acne, eczema, hives, alopecia and a monthly recurring case of UTI. I popped my prescribed pills like candy, but one day, the UTI medication s
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Ask The Expert Dr Tracie Lazaroo
After nearly two years of isolation, we should be excited that socialising is back in full swing. But for many, it’s induced an unfamiliar sense of social anxiety. Dr Tracie Lazaroo, clinical psychologist at Inner Light Psychological Services and LP
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Fendi O’Lock Swing Bag
Sleek and stylish, the elongated shape of the new Fendi O’Lock Swing bag is reminiscent of the brand’s iconic Baguette, conceptualised in 1997 by Silvia Venturini Fendi – the third generation matriarch of the Fendi family – who wanted to create a pur

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