Tatler GMT is now here
The time is now as Tatler GMT has finally launched in Malaysia on August 23. Celebrating the best of Asia through the horological lens, Tatler GMT connects watch enthusiasts through inspiring content. One of the key initiatives of this platform is an exclusive Tatler GMT club of watch lovers whose sole mission is to curate unparalleled experiences that foster a deeper appreciation for the art of timekeeping.
As part of the launch, we sat down with Matthias Breschan, CEO of Longines, for an exclusive interview on his experience helming the historic watchmaker since 2020 amidst the pandemic lockdown. Despite the challenging circumstances, the brand remained resilient as Breschan aims to blend online and offline distribution for the brand's future success, recognising the importance of e-commerce while valuing the emotional connection of physical stores.
Also in this week’s newsletter:
- The flyback chronograph makes a grand return to Longines
- Take a tour through a classic European Selangor home reinterpreted with modern aesthetics
- Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi on how prejudice immobilises a society from moving forward
- Miss Universe Thailand 2021 Anchilee Scott-Kemmis shows us her Bangkok
Cheers,
Sim Wie Boon
Digital Editor
STYLE
The flyback chronograph makes a grand return to Longines
Longines Spirit Flyback with a blue dial (Photo: Xerxes Lee; Styling: Sarah Saw)
The highly sophisticated flyback chronograph is back after 55 years of absence with the new Spirit Flyback, reigniting interest in Longines’ rich history in chronograph development. A beautiful chronograph collection, it reiterates Longines’ recent efforts at revisiting unique historical pieces and updating them for a contemporary audience.
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The new Louis Vuitton Voyager Skeleton is a brilliant testament to the French maison’s watchmaking savoir-faire.
Chanel looks to the vast expanse beyond Earth’s atmosphere for inspiration for its Interstellar collection. Here’s why we love it.
We speak to Matthieu Haverlan of Ulysse Nardin on why the Freak watch is still so cool according to him.
HOMES
Home tour: A modern manor in Selangor, Malaysia
Timber trusses frame the poolside of this Selangor manor (Photo: The Space Storyteller)
Take a tour through this tasteful grandeur project in Kota Kemuning Hills, Shah Alam, resulting from a nuanced and open dialogue between the clients and the designer, Nik Ida Juliana, of IDent_3. The conversation resulted in a refined reinterpretation of classic European architecture translated into a statement of clean modernity.
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Here are three beautifully designed pet-friendly spaces in Malaysia.
Inside Joe Jonas and Sophie Turner’s luxurious waterfront home in Miami which sold for US$15 million.
Organic and effortless, discover how the natural world informs Villeroy & Boch’s Antao collection.
POWER & PURPOSE
Senator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi on how prejudice immobilises a society from moving forward
Senator Ras Adiba in her office. (Photo: Daniel Adams)
When we consider how we treat the disabled, do we truly wish to be treated in the same manner? If the answer isn’t an immediate, resounding “yes”, then there is an issue long overdue for a solution. Longtime advocate for the disabled community and senator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi shares her thoughts on how we can better raise awareness to this issue and what we can do to help.
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Willis Towers Watson’s Chin Han Lim breaks down how we can better understand ESG and workplace diversity.
Gary Khoeng of Vertex Ventures shares the challenges, opportunities and general outlook for Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem.
In this two part series, we talk to several climate change experts on how luxury brands, buyers, and investors can ensure sustainability.
LIFESTYLE
Neighbourhood guide: Anchilee Scott-Kemmis shows us her Bangkok
Anchilee Scott-Kemmis at Kay’s (Photo: Instagram/@annscottkemmis)
In this neighbourhood guide, Miss Universe Thailand 2021 Anchilee Scott-Kemmis takes us around Bangkok to show us some of her favourite spots to eat, drink, shop, and do her hair.
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Get to know the musicians of award-winning gamelan theatre troupe, Rhythm in Bronze, a pioneering women-led musical group performing this weekend.
In conjunction with the launch of the first Armani Makeup Lab in Southeast Asia, we spoke to Indonesian singer Afgan who opened for the launch party.
Love to travel but hate crowds? Here’s why Mongolia is the perfect destination for introverts.
AROUND ASIA
HONG KONG | Rosewood CEO Sonia Cheng on creating powerful, meaning relationships, building a purpose-driven company—and what young people in Hong Kong want.
SINGAPORE | Here are 10 prominent Singaporean artists who paved the way for local art.
PHILIPPINES | Visual artist Zuh Dai speaks to Tatler Philippines on how her current works are being admired and bringing pride to her hometown, Bohol.
