Tatler Hong Kong Magazine - May 2023

In this issue

This month, Tatler celebrates design in all forms, from fashion and jewellery to interiors and inclusive cities. On the cover is Hong Kong artist Tommy Fung of SurrealHK fame who speaks to Tatler about working with luxury fashion brands and using humour to highlight social issues. We also catch up with up and coming designer Yueqi Qi aout transcending cultural backgrounds and geographical bounds; speak to famed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma about sustainability in architecture; and round up the most luxurious desert resorts around the world.

A Reflection of Movement

An exhilarating month of dance awaits with Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels

2 mins

THEN & NOW

Victor Lo speaks to Tatler about how design can transform cities, and the importance of education in the field for the next generation of Hongkongers

3 mins

Living Lovely

Jennifer Margolin is determined to zhuzh up your living space with her home decor store Belevivi, now open in Central

2 mins

Nikki Ng

The group general manager of Sino Group is spreading her love for farming, one crop at a time. She discusses the business's commitment to sustainability and why it's imperative for us to act now for a chance at a healthier future

3 mins

Balancing Act

Veera Fung and Sarah Mui discuss inclusive design

3 mins

Taking it to the Top

André Fu reflects on a career that has seen his meteoric rise to becoming the go-to man for luxury hotel design

2 mins

From Floral Motifs to Coral Reefs

With his latest creation, jeweller Austy Lee finds inspiration in flowers and a rare beauty from the depths of the ocean

1 min

Hats Off

Before she became wine shop Leeder Quay's resident wine expert, airline industry veteran Bess Leeder had another passion-hatmaking

3 mins

The Frequency Illusion

Artist Vaevae Chan installed a cave in her studio that represents how she copes with personal trauma-and she has opened it up to the public By Aaina Bhargava.

5 mins

Benny Liu

The group CEO of HK Decoman lays out his blueprint for business By Lauren James.

2 mins

Yueqi Qi

Part of a new wave of Chinese designers gaining traction on the global fashion scene, Yueqi Qi transcends old and new, and past and future

5 mins

Time Machine

Mark Cho, the co-founder of The Armoury, an international men's clothing boutique, speaks to Tatler about his love for small dials and why selling watches is important

4 mins

AWAY WITH YU

This month, Christie's presents The World of Heidi Horton, an auction of the late art collector's private jewellery collection, modelled here by actor Jennifer Yu. With a pre-sale estimate of US$150 million, it is poised to set a new sales record for the house. The Geneva sale will take place on May 10, while the Hong Kong Magnificent Jewels sale is set for May 27 at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

2 mins

Artisanal Ancestry

Jewellery design is a form of art that transcends time and space. Tatler spoke with Alisa Moussaieff, a doyenne of the jewellery industry, and Dennis Chan of Qeelin about the impact of culture on jewellery design today

4 mins

FUNG'S WAY

Hong Kong artist Tommy Fung started SurrealHK as a hobby; his artwork has since taken the fashion and luxury worlds by storm

8 mins

THE SIMPLE LIFE

What does the future of architecture look like? According to Kengo Kuma, it's smaller-scale, sustainability-focused and about creating a lasting sense of joy rather than a fleeting moment of awe

5 mins

BUILDING A REPUTATION

Tatler asks photographers who are known for capturing the most stunning architecture around Asia to share their favourite shots

3 mins

DESIGN OF THE TIMES

Step inside the sun-drenched Southside loft of designer Sean Dix, and explore his eclectic collection of rare finds from the mid-century period

4 mins

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Tatler Hong Kong Magazine Description:

Tatler is the region’s leading luxury and lifestyle media brand, presenting the very best of power, influence and style. Since 1977, Tatler has connected Asia’s most influential communities with the goal of promoting and developing Asian identity and culture. Tatler focuses on power and influence with greater meaning and purpose, shining the light on a larger cross-section of the people, communities and industries impacting Asia.