Prestige Singapore Magazine - August 2022

In this issue

As Singapore celebrates its 57th birthday this month and wave goodbye to the challenging pandemic years, Prestige takes this opportunity to showcase what we love about our country. On the cover of this Pride of Singapore edition is the inimitable Kim Lim, who reveals a private side of her in a candid interview with us. We catch the hard-to-pin-down SSO first violinist William Tan, who is one of the leading wildlife lensmen in the world, especially in the field of underwater photography. And in-between rehearsals for The LKY Musical, leads Adrian Pang and Kit Chan chat with us on their take and thoughts on the most important couple in our country’s
history: Mr Lee Kuan Yew and Mdm Kwa Geok Choo. One thing good that came out of the pandemic is certainly the new crop of small and mostly artisanal businesses that have come to amass a cult following. From pastry experts to a rum distillery to a coffee-making machine start-up, we spotlight the diversity of lifestyle brands that reflect Singapore’s buzzing entrepreneurship scene. This red-hot passion is reflected in our high jewellery spread featuring the most extraordinary red gemstones, from rubies to rubellites to spinels. And it is also here that we’re pleased to present an Easter egg in honour of our nation’s 57th National Day – let us know if you’ve spotted it! Over the past months, while most of Asia remains locked down, Prestige has also been proud representatives of the little red dot at the most exclusive luxury launches around the world. Read our coverage of the Bulgari Eden: Garden of Wonders high jewellery showcase in Paris; our quick jaunt to Bangkok to see Louis Vuitton’s new watch novelties; and the incredible experience we had travelling to Maranello, the home of Ferrari in the northern Italian province of Modena, to witness the unveiling of the thinnest watch in the world by Richard Mille and the marque: the RM UP-01.

ALL OR NOTHING

It has been a big year for KIM LIM. The billionaire heiress and It Girl is evolving as an entrepreneur and tells Annabel Tan about her rapidly growing beauty empire and priorities in this new phase of her life.

5 mins

MAESTRO OF IMAGES

Violinist WILLIAM TAN, who is also an acclaimed underwater photographer with an international fanbase, tells Mavis Teo more about the allure of wildlife photography and why protecting the welfare of his subjects is so important.

6 mins

THE SINGAPORE STORY

The LKY Musical returns to the stage following a successful first run seven years ago. Ahead of its premiere on Sep 7, ADRIAN PANG and KIT CHAN reflect on their roles as Singapore’s founding premier Lee Kuan Yew and his wife, Kwa Geok Choo.

10+ mins

SHINE FOR THEM

Like many of us, JIMMIE TAY and KELLY KEAK have witnessed lives consumed by the cancer scourge. And that’s why they have joined hands to plan Singapore CancerSociety’s Charity Gala Dinner to raise funds in a bid to ensure that no one should fight the disease alone. Yanni Tan finds out more.

5 mins

WONDER WEB

Gennady Oreshkin rappels out of reach on the “Inspinite” wonder of spider silk.

5 mins

WONDERS NEVER CEASE

Outdoing itself in innovation and creativity was never the question for Bulgari, as Yanni Tan finds out during the Paris launch of the house’s new garden-themed high jewellery collection.

7 mins

TO THE LAST HUNDREDTHS

Richard Mille and Ferrari now hold the record for the world’s thinnest watch. Crystal Lee reports from the global launch in Maranello, Italy.

3 mins

Go Bold With The New Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer Purple Timepiece

Go bold this season with the new Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer Purple timepiece.

1 min

CENTRE OF ATTRACTION

Franck Muller’s record-setting Grand Central Tourbillon is now offered in an extremely wearable smaller case size.

2 mins

SALUTE THE SUN

Whether you’re basking in the Tuscan sun or lounging on a Maldivian beach, there is no excuse for passing on the sunscreen for fear of that dreaded white film or residual stickiness. Fortunately, a new generation of sun protection products promise potent skin-loving benefits, sans the cringe factor.

3 mins

For Health's Sake, What Would You Risk?

If you would rather self-fund costly medical bills in the event of a major illness, how much are you actually ready to spend? In the face of rising costs, AIA offers solutions to help the wealthy protect everything they hold dear and enhance their lives.

5 mins

STAY, LINGER, SAVOUR

While Vietnam’s Pearl Island has much to offer, one would be hard-pressed to step out of Regent Phu Quoc after checking in, says Mavis Teo.

3 mins

WITHER WINTER?

Should you plan a winter city break to Italy in spite of the cold and short daylight hours? Family physician and society personality Iroshini Chua recommends taking advantage of the low tourist traffic to enjoy the best of the popular cities of Venice and Florence.

5 mins

RIDING THE WAVE

Despite the economic uncertainty, these new local lifestyle brands were launched during the global pandemic to much success. Crystal Lee and Annabel Tan discover their appeal.

7 mins

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Prestige Singapore Magazine Description:

Prestige Singapore Magazine is the premier lifestyle magazine for the discerning individual in Singapore. For over 20 years, Prestige has been providing definitive coverage of fashion, luxury, lifestyle, and society.

Prestige Singapore is known for its high-quality photography, in-depth features, and exclusive interviews with celebrities, business leaders, and socialites. The magazine covers a wide range of topics, including:

* Fashion: Prestige Singapore showcases the latest fashion trends from the world's top designers, as well as the best places to shop for luxury goods in Singapore.
* Beauty: The magazine covers the latest beauty trends, from skincare and makeup to hair and nails. Prestige also reviews the best beauty products and services in Singapore.
* Luxury: Prestige Singapore is your go-to source for all things luxury, from travel and dining to watches and jewelry. The magazine also covers the latest luxury trends and product releases.
* Lifestyle: Prestige Singapore provides comprehensive coverage of all aspects of the Singapore lifestyle, from dining and entertainment to home décor and travel.
* Society: Prestige Singapore provides exclusive coverage of the Singapore social scene, from high-society parties and events to celebrity weddings and engagements.

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