Meet the winners of the Front & Female Awards Hong Kong 2024

Tatler Asia is thrilled to announce the six winners of the Front & Female Awards Hong Kong 2024. Selected with the support of our expert voting committee, which includes some of the most influential female leaders in Hong Kong across a range of industries, these six women were selected from a shortlist of 19 inspiring nominees, following an extensive vetting procedure during which we received more than 150 nominations. 

Read on for the list of winners in each award category, from Business Leader, Founder and Innovation, to Social Impact, Well-being and Rising Champion, as they share why it is so important to them that they champion and inspire women and girls in Hong Kong. 

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Vivienne Tam, the queen of east-meets-west fashion, has experienced many firsts in her celebrated career. In 2024, she added two more: making her Paris Fashion Week debut in celebration of her namesake brand’s 30th anniversary and launching its inaugural Chinese bridalwear collection.

Unveiled during the autumn-winter 2024 show in Paris and later showcased at Mandarin Oriental in Hong Kong, the collection is a stunning testament to the power of love, culture and sustainability. At its heart is the kwan kwa or qun gua, a traditional Chinese wedding gown—a usually red, two-piece jacket and skirt combo adorned with embroidered auspicious patterns and motifs, which has remained largely unchanged for generations. “The Chinese wedding dress has remained unchanged for ages—since I was little,” Tam tells Tatler. “I’ve always wanted to transform it but never had the chance until now.” This longing for transformation culminated in this collection that breathes new life into the beloved garment.

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For some, the perfect date-night restaurant is a place where romance is woven into every detail—think moody lighting, a stylishly intimate interior and an ambience that whispers of stolen glances across the table. For others, it’s all about the food, with a stellar drinks list adding to the dining experience.

While notions of romance may differ, Hong Kong’s finest establishments are ready and waiting with Valentine’s Day menus that are bound to set hearts aflutter. Here’s our pick of some standout spots—now all that’s left is to secure the booking and let Cupid work his charm.

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Visiting Kai-yin Lo in her Hong Kong home feels like stepping back in time. The space, a reflection of her own life, features antiques and her own designs. From intricately carved Chinese antiques to bold, modern necklaces, every object whispers stories of heritage and creativity.

“Instead of [following] the more old-fashioned, traditional collectors, who would preserve their collections, I decided to make them part of my everyday life,” says the art historian, curator and jewellery designer, who is the founder of the eponymous jewellery brand. There are pieces steeped in history at every turn—and instead of being placed on shelves and out of reach, they are seamlessly woven into her surroundings.

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Nestled in the hills of China’s Yunnan Province, Shangri-La is often overlooked by foreign travellers due to its remote location and limited international awareness compared to more popular cities such as Shanghai or Beijing. 

Actually, the city, which used to be known as Zhongdian, is often associated with the fictional paradise described in James Hilton's novel Lost Horizon. While the real Shangri-La may not be a secluded utopia, it certainly offers a mesmerising charm that can feel like stepping into another world. From its serene landscapes to its unique architecture and its emphasis on eco-tourism, Tatler explores why Shangri-La is emerging as China’s ultimate hidden gem. 

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