Cover What you need to pack inside the Jacquemus Le Grand Bambino bag
(Photography: Daniel Adams)
What you need to pack inside the Jacquemus Le Grand Bambino bag (Photography: Daniel Adams)
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We take a look inside our style writer, Zue Wei Leong's Jacquemus Le Grand Bambino bag to see what she needs to beat the heat
What's In My Bag? is a new series curating the best of beauty products of the month.
The hottest season of the year is here and it can be tricky finding the perfect balance between the sweaty, sweltering heat outside and the dryness of indoor air conditioning. That's why I carry with me a range of products that make me look good and feel good, while protecting me from all the elements, both natural and manmade.
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From sunscreen to hair perfume, these are my top picks for June 2023.
Dior Le Baume
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In the age of downsized purses, the biggest struggle is packing all your everyday essentials into one bag; it can sometimes feel like a harrowing test of spatial visualisation and reasoning every time you extricate a single tube of lip balm.
Dior has the perfect solution! This summer, the beauty brand releases Dior Le Baume, a multi-purpose hydrating treatment for the hands, lips and body in an ultra-compact container. This handy, three-in-one offering frees up much needed space for more summer necessities like shades and sunscreen.
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Hermès Beauté Un Jardin à Cythère
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Hermès perfumer Christine Nagel bottles the scent of summers on the Greek island of Kythira, known for its steep rocky cliffs overlooking the sparkling blue waters where the goddess Aphrodite was birthed from sea foam. Warm, woody with a touch of citrus, Un Jardin à Cythère is a truly immersive olfactory experience that transports you to the island, bringing a slice of sunshine even if you—like me—are stuck in the office with summertime sadness.
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Clé de Peau Beauté UV Protective Cream
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Earlier this year, Tatler spoke to Dr Kiyoshi Sato, chief technology officer at the Clé de Peau Beauté laboratory with over 30 years of experience in the skincare industry, about the importance of sunscreen: "One of the most common myths I see people perpetuate is that suncare is only necessary when the UV rays are strong and not an everyday necessity. However, UV rays (be it from the sun or other sources) can be very damaging to the skin and cause inflammation, even when the skin is not directly exposed to UV rays."
If you haven't already, it's time to get serious about sunscreen this summer—starting with Clé de Peau Beauté's UV Protective Cream, upgraded with plant-derived ingredients that target signs of photo-ageing, fine lines and volume loss while delivering broad-spectrum protection against the sun’s damaging UVA and UVB rays. Tried and tested, this sunscreen's lightweight texture is perfect for daily use (and reapplication every couple hours); and it does not pill or leave a white cast.
See also: Clé de Peau Beauté's Dr Kiyoshi Sato: "Clearer, brighter skin needs a healthy microbiome"
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Hair Perfume
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A spritz of Chanel's hair perfume is the ultimate confidence booster, especially on a hot, busy day. Ideal for a midday refresher, it leaves the hair lightly scented with the airy and delicate notes of Coco Mademoiselle.
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Dior Addict Lip Maximiser
Above Dior Addict Lip Maximiser in Tangerine
Dior Addict Lip Maximiser in Tangerine
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To celebrate the summer, Dior presents three limited edition colours of Dior Addict Lip Maximiser: tangerine, rosée, and shimmer bronze. Our pick for the season is tangerine, a versatile, trendy shade magnified by the beloved lip gloss's signature shine for casual, everyday looks or more elaborate make-up creations.
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Photography: Daniel Adams
Art Direction: Zue Wei Leong
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Based in Kuala Lumpur, Zue Wei Leong is the senior style writer at Tatler Malaysia. Read her stories on the latest in fashion, beauty and jewellery or follow her on Instagram at @fshnbrnr.
