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Everyone else seems to know how things work. You’re still figuring out whom to ask. In 'The Gilded Age', which released its fourth season on HBO this month, ambitious "new money" socialite Bertha Russell encounters a society whose rules favour those already inside. It's a familiar feeling for anyone entering a new workplace, industry or professional circle. Drawing on research into newcomers, advice-seeking, requests for help and professional networks, these four findings offer somewhere to start. What's one unwritten rule you had to learn the hard way? Share it in the comments. Photos: HBO
A personal touch makes a classic all the more special. South Korean actress and @longchamp local brand ambassador @somin_jj stopped by the My Pliage pop-up at The Hyundai Seoul, carrying her very own personalised bag from the collection. Celebrating the joy of making a design your own, My Pliage brings a personal expression to Longchamp’s signature style.
A meeting of fashion, art, and technology brought @bright to New York City for @gentlemonster’s exclusive celebration ahead of the launch of its upcoming Intelligent Eyewear collection. Held at 23 Wall Street, the evening saw the Thai actor join an impressive line-up of campaign faces and cultural personalities, including Joaquin Phoenix, Alex Consani, and Anok Yai. Against a surreal setting of larger-than-life sculptures and imaginative installations, Bright experienced the brand’s distinctive creative vision, offering a glimpse into the world of Intelligent Eyewear.
A natural ease in front of the camera, matched by an increasingly distinctive presence in fashion, @rooosyzh09 is entering a new chapter with @maisonvalentino. The Chinese actress has been named the Italian fashion house’s global brand ambassador, bringing her warmth, versatility, and experimental approach to style into a partnership that reflects Valentino’s enduring dialogue between romanticism and modern expression. Drawn to the elegance and strength of Alessandro Michele’s vision, Zhao joins the maison as it continues to connect with a new generation of audiences across China and beyond.
Barefoot glamour meets high-octane beats as Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast’s (@mo_desaru) all-new Lumare Beach House & Sports Club hosts the Tatler Beach Party, featuring dynamic DJ sets from ‘Bling Empire’ star Kim Lee (@kimlee) and more on the shores of Desaru Coast (@desarucoastmalaysia). Follow @tatlermalaysia for more.
"Our capacity to consume nature has exceeded the capacity of nature to recover from what we take." Oceanographer Dr Sylvia Earle, the founder of global ocean conservation non-profit organisation Mission Blue, doesn't stop at the warning. She sees it as good news, because now we know, and that means we can act. Then she asks a question every wealth creator should sit with: How can we convert the wealth that has been created by taking from nature and give back to nature? The takeaway for leaders is that the prosperity built on nature can now be put to work protecting it.
Being told it can’t be done is often where landmark ideas begin. Architect Grace Cheung discusses the discipline of trusting your instincts, backing raw talent and creating spaces for bold ideas to thrive. In Chapter 01 of The Next Move, @tatlerasia and @hsbc go behind the milestones. 🎬Watch the full film at the link in bio.
From the polished second lead to characters with far darker edges, @aksakfn12 has spent nearly two decades quietly reshaping what a leading man can look like. His career has moved through warm romantic figures, morally complicated characters, troubled executives, and unsettling villains, with each role revealing another side of the model-turned-actor. Now, as he returns to romantic comedy, it is the perfect moment to trace the performances that have taken him from familiar heartthrob to one of South Korea’s most intriguing leading men. Tap the link in @tatlersingapore’s bio to look back at the TV shows and movies that chart Kim Young-kwang’s evolution. First photo by Getty Images
Golden hour, ocean breezes, and the gentle rustle of ancient rainforests—Desaru Coast (@desarucoastmalaysia) is setting the stage. Before the music drops and the stars align for the inaugural regional Tatler Beach Ball Weekend, take a breath and soak in the raw, untouched beauty of Johor’s coastline. From the soothing rhythm of the South China Sea to the luxurious sanctuary of Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast (@mo_desaru), this is where glamour meets coastal serenity. Follow @tatlermalaysia for more.
Popular culture tends to treat growing older as a story of loss, with little room for appetite or ambition. These memoirs offer a fuller and different picture, written by people who still found room for curiosity and new beginnings after 60. Send this to the reader in your life who is always after their next book. Photos: Getty Images, Counterpoint, Penguin UK, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Penguin Publishing Group, Fig Tree, Random House Publishing Group
What happens when a story travels from Hollywood to Seoul? South Korean remakes of familiar American films and TV shows offer more than a change of cast and setting, often reshaping workplace dynamics, family relationships, social expectations, and even the way characters navigate everyday life. From the unlikely intergenerational friendship of 'The Intern' to adaptations of beloved dramas, reality shows, and comedy programmes, these remakes reveal what remains recognisable when a story crosses cultures, and what changes along the way. Tap the link in @tatlersingapore’s bio to discover the South Korean remakes of Hollywood hits and American TV shows worth knowing.
#TatlerChristmas: The final moments before departure are often the most magical, filled with the promise of reunions, new adventures and journeys yet to unfold. For Holiday 2026, @louisvuitton transforms the train station into a festive tableau of fleeting encounters and joyful anticipation, as captured through the lens of photographer Oliver Hadlee Pearch. Against a backdrop of twinkling decorations and falling snow, the House’s iconic creations become companions for the journey ahead, from its signature leather goods and travel pieces to fragrances and the debut of Monogram Rouge for La Beauté Louis Vuitton. Extending the story beyond the campaign, five miniature worlds bring the spirit of travel to the House’s festive window displays around the globe.
Who says fairytale dressing is just for the ladies? With Tatler Ball 2026’s ‘Once Upon a Night’ theme calling for a touch of whimsy, we turn to stylists Mughni Che Din (@moogscd) and Haida Yusof (@haidayusof) for a gentleman’s guide to dressing for the occasion. Think statement tailoring, rich textures and unexpected details that bring a little magic to the evening. Link in bio for more. Follow @TatlerMalaysia for more.
The first regional Tatler Beach Ball is our love letter to Johor. Hosted at Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast (@mo_desaru), the Tatler Beach Ball Weekend is a celebration of Desaru Coast’s (@desarucoastmalaysia) rich heritage, natural beauty, and understated luxury. Created exclusively for invited guests, the weekend offers an immersive journey through wellness, gastronomy, adventure, and meaningful connections, culminating in a gala under the stars. Follow @tatlermalaysia for more. #TatlerMalaysia #TatlerBeachBall #MODesaru #desarucoastmalaysia Posting account @tatlermalaysia
What keeps a family business together for four generations? In the case of Royal Selangor, part of the answer is written down. After the Second World War, the founder's four sons split into competing businesses. Only one survived. Decades later, the next generation wrote a family charter so history wouldn’t repeat itself. Dato’ Yong Yoon Li and Chen Tien Yue, the fourth generation at the helm and @tatlermalaysia’s November 2026 cover stars, share how it works. Read the full cover story in the link in bio. Photos: Eric Chow @ Blink Studio, Royal Selangor, Getty Images and Unsplash