Taking Chances
Taking over a family business comes with its fair share of challenges. In today’s fast-paced business landscape in Singapore, second-generation entrepreneurs are emerging as dynamic leaders who build upon the legacies of their predecessors while adding a touch of innovation. One shining example is Su-Mae Chia, a former corporate lawyer who left her career to join her family business, HDI Family of Companies, a bee-wellness brand selling supplements. Like her, many of HDI’s customers have witnessed the beneficial effects of these products and have always requested a line of bee-ingredient-based skincare.
Rather than relying on her family’s success, Chia decided to carve her own path as a second-generation entrepreneur. So in 2016, Chia launched Bskin, a skincare brand that uses natural and ethically sourced bee-based active ingredients.
More headlines in this week’s newsletter:
- Scoot cabin crew member Nur Aida Noor Hashim on following her mum’s footsteps
- The most beautiful Tokyo cafes where the design is as good as the coffee
- Cartier unveils a new platinum re-issue of its iconic Crash watch
- 6 best beach clubs in Bali to spend your summer in style
Have a great weekend!
Andrea Saadan
Digital Editor
LIFESTYLE
The best beach clubs in Bali for a stylish summer
Bali is known for its stunning beaches, exuberant nightlife, and incredible food. It’s no surprise then that lounging in one of Bali’s many beach clubs is the perfect way to relax by the water, while nibbling on local or international delights and sipping on cocktails. With so many options spread across the island, we round up all the best beach clubs in Bali for good food and drinks.
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Why One°15 Marina Nirup Island is about to be the hottest new yachting destination.
Discover an oasis of wellness in the heart of Thailand’s capital, the Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok.
National Day Parade 2023: The best spots to catch the fireworks display in Singapore.
HOMES
6 beautiful Tokyo cafes where the design is as good as the coffee
Tokyo is heaven for the coffee connoisseur. The dizzying array of cafes in Tokyo ensures you’re never far from a caffeine fix, and some offer more than just a killer espresso but also stunning interiors that can help inspire your next home renovation. Tatler has rounded up six cafes worth venturing to not only for their superior brews but also for their interiors that almost steal the spotlight.
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From smart TVs to modern home appliances, how to live the good life with LG Electronics.
Ask a designer: Why the dream bathroom should be a space of “extreme function”, says Colin Seah.
A contemporary-style office inside a historic shophouse with a secret garden concept.
One°15 Marina Sentosa Cove Singapore x Tatler Gen.T
Nomination call: Blue Water Heroes Awards 2023
The Blue Water Heroes is back for the second year. Organised by ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove Singapore and powered by Tatler Gen.T, the annual awards recognises environmental champions who have dedicated their careers and lives to protecting the waters of Southeast Asia and the communities that rely on them.
The aim of Blue Water Heroes is to raise awareness of the importance of marine and coastal conservation in the region and catalyse the impact of these inspiring individuals through access to capital and networks.
This year’s Blue Water Heroes is now accepting nominations. Ten finalists will be selected to participate in a pitch competition on October 10 and three of them will be announced as the winners at a ceremony on November 3, 2023, at ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove Singapore.
The judging panel for this year comprises executives and environmental experts from ONE°15 Marina, Singapore Management University, National University of Singapore’s Tropical Marine Science Institute, and Tatler Gen.T.
The awards are part of the three-day Blue Water EduFest, a first-of-its-kind festival in the region that brings together advocates, conservationists, experts and other key stakeholders of the sector to participate in talks, showcases, beach cleanups and more.
For more information on the selection criteria or how to apply for the Blue Water Heroes, read this article.
POWER & PURPOSE
Scoot cabin crew member Nur Aida Noor Hashim on following her mum’s footsteps
Ever since she was a child, Nur Aida Noor Hashim dreamt of joining an airline cabin crew and jet-setting off to a new destination every so often. But the inspiration for this particular career didn’t come from flashy airline commercials, a character in a favourite childhood movie, or even a post on social media; instead, it was her mother’s career as an air stewardess for a local airline in the 80s.
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Asia’s best home décor designers take interiors to a whole new level with their unique vision.
Meet Asia’s Big Tech titans who have had an outsize influence not just on the global economy, but also on our day-to-day lives.
STYLE
You can now own Kendall Jenner’s favourite Jean Paul Gaultier pieces
Vestiaire Collective has launched its Archive Collection, comprising more than 80 “never-worn, museum-worthy” pieces, according to the luxury resale platform. The collection shines a spotlight on grail-worthy designs by three fashion brands: Hermès, Maison Margiela and Jean Paul Gaultier. Fans of Kendall Jenner’s style will be particularly thrilled by Vestiaire Collective’s selection of vintage Jean Paul Gaultier designs, some of which the model has been spotted wearing, like the Cyber Dot dress from the fall/winter 1995 collection.
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BTS member V is now Cartier’s new ambassador, becoming the face of its Panthère de Cartier campaign.
Rediscover the art of travel through Van Cleef & Arpels' new Le Grand Tour high jewellery collection.
Jane Birkin, the influential figure behind the iconic Hermès Birkin designer handbag, dies at the age of 76.
AROUND ASIA
HONG KONG | Meet Jono Toh, the Hong Kong-based artist sparking joy with shapes and colour.
MALAYSIA | Visit these charming cafés in Melaka for your coffee-hunting adventures.
PHILIPPINES | Filipino talents who are slowly but surely making a name for themselves in the international theatre scene.