LIFESTYLE
Jin Lim and Maggy Wang on what it really means to be an influencer today
What's at the heart of being an influencer? Malaysian social media personalities Jin Lim and Maggy Wang weigh in (Photo: Fady Younis)
Tatler Malaysia’s 2021 Asia’s Most Influential honouree Jin Lim (@jinnyboy on Instagram) is one of the first local YouTubers and social media influencers who changed the way Malaysians consume media. These days, he’s busy shaking up the advertising and marketing industry through the creative and social media agency he founded, Aspect Ratio Studios.
A familiar and comforting voice that provides warmth on the longest drives and coldest days, Maggy Wang (@themaggywang on Instagram) had radio listeners fall Head Over Heels with her gregarious persona on the airwaves. Today, she’s no longer on the radio but her voice is still reaching out to thousands through social media and what she calls ‘a safe space’, her podcast.
They both have one thing in common–their humble beginnings and shared love for talking to a wide audience.
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HOMES
8 enviable homes where every day feels like a holiday getaway
The rustic vacation home in Ibiza, designed by Thomas Griem of TG Studio (Photo: Philip Vile)
Whether perched above the Aegean Sea in Greece, nestled in the Sri Lankan countryside, or commanding views of the Andaman waters in Thailand, what sets these homes apart isn’t just their vernacular architecture or prime locations, but their ability to create spaces where time seems to slow down, with every design detail enhancing the joy of laid-back living.
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Discover how Tropicana is revolutionising Malaysia’s property investment and travel sectors.
Discover high-end children’s furniture in neutral shades that perfectly balance minimalist design with playful function.
STYLE
Breaking fashion boundaries: The rise of gender-neutral fashion in K-pop
G-Dragon, one of the most recognisable faces in K-pop challenging South Korean gender-based fashion norms (Photo: Getty Images)
K-pop idols are showing fans that fashion has no gender, influencing both street style and high fashion. Major fashion houses like Gucci, Saint Laurent, and Chanel have taken notice, frequently partnering with K-pop stars who blur gender lines in their styling.
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Rare craftsmanship meets sartorial elegance in the new Parmigiani Fleurier Toric collection.
From Loewe to Fendi, these whimsical designer bag charms will jazz up any bag with a fun touch.
What is the difference between travelling and grand touring? While the former is simply going from A to B, the latter is all about the journey, moving quickly, elegantly and comfortably in the direction of the unknown, and discovering the unexpected along the way.
POWER & PURPOSE
After 25 years of running tech startups, I still get these questions as a female founder
Kiddocare founder Nadira Yusoff on running a tech business and managing self-doubt even after two decades in the industry (Photo: Daniel Adams)
“It’s funny how the industry views women. First, it doubts you—it thinks you will run off and leave your business behind the moment your child starts crying. Then, after some time when you’re ageing, it questions whether or not you have the stamina for the business.”
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Leadership coach Nina Devouge shares her experience of taking a break from work before returning to land a bigger, better role—and how you, too, can pivot your career, whether that’s stepping up into a new position, changing industries, or both.
DINING
Tatler Dining Malaysia presents the inaugural Tatler Dining Festival, featuring IQOS, in Chinatown
You won’t want to miss the hottest new food festival in town (Photo: Tatler Dining Malaysia)
You’re invited to an unparalleled dining experience that brings together the country’s biggest talents. The first-ever Tatler Dining Festival will be taking over Chinatown from November 22-24, 2024, featuring IQOS, with a series of gastronomic experiences and immersive activations in a celebration of our homegrown stars.
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Here are the 12 local talents that will be putting a twist on their usual offerings.
Be it rich and creamy tonkotsu, or the dry but flavorful tsukemen and mazesoba, these nine Klang Valley eateries are a must-visit for any ramen aficionado.
Visit nine of Chinatown’s liveliest bars in one night during Tatler Dining Festival, featuring IQOS.
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