Tatler Singapore Magazine - December 2023

In this issue

Singaporean actress Tan Kheng Hua is on the cover this month. At 60, the thespian’s star is on the rise, proving that age is no barrier to achieving greater new heights. Also in this issue, Tatler unveils the Asia’s Most Influential 2023 list, the definitive directory of the most influential individuals who are shaping the future. Plus, meet Ahmad Abu Bakar, the artist behind Tatler Singapore’s artwork donation to the National Gallery Singapore.

Cream of the Crop

This year has been stellar for the local dining scene, with countless new restaurants popping up on our shores. The Tatler Dining team shares their favourites

3 mins

The Maverick Mindset

A tech founder, creative entrepreneur and industrial designer share their stories of forging their own path, their leadership traits and achieving their \"Where Next\"

3 mins

Fashion Footprint

Natalie Lee, the general manager of Yoox Net-a-Porter for the Asia-Pacific region and Japan, discusses the key consumer trends in luxury fashion-and the dominance of quiet luxury

4 mins

Anna Vanessa Haotanto

Suffering from a debilitating health condition inspired this visionary entrepreneur to kick-start a business helping others facing the same issues

2 mins

The Spirit of Exploration

It was an immersive evening reflective of the bank's unique private banking philosophy, one that celebrates the spirit of exploration

2 mins

In Full Bloom

Everything is coming up roses for Flower Diamond heiress Sabrina Ho as she takes on the world of bespoke high jewellery as her mother’s crown princess

2 mins

The Big Picture

Art SG returns for its second edition this coming January with an expanded programme anchoring Singapore Art Week 2024. Fair director Shuyin Yang shares what to expect from Southeast Asia's leading international art fair

3 mins

Point of Balance

Ahmad Abu Bakar, the artist behind Tatler Singapore's artwork donation to the National Gallery Singapore, discusses the inspirations behind his body of work and his role as an artist and educator

3 mins

Keeping it Real

Sir Paul Smith sat down with Tatler during his first visit to Hong Kong in five years, to promote his latest collaboration with the emerging fashion brand Commission. He shared his vision on mentoring upcoming designers and explained why it is important to design real clothes for real people

4 mins

Fit for a Lady

In the eighth edition of the Dior Lady Art initiative, 12 artists from across the globe turn the maison's iconic bag into objets d'art. Among them is figurative painter Hilary Pecis, whose beaded iteration is a gardenscape inspired by her childhood

4 mins

Shining.Shimmering Splendour

Daria and Anna Ginsburg, the co-founders of D&A Jewellery, on how the brand is redefining luxury in the realm of high-end jewellery

3 mins

PIONEERS OF PROGRESS

Industry titans Peng T Ong and Charles Ormiston unveil their vision to propel Southeast Asia onto the global stage through the Angsana Council, a non-profit think tank

8 mins

FAMILY MATTERS

Fourth-generation shipping tycoon and passionate proponent of conscious entrepreneurship Chavalit Frederick Tsao says family businesses are uniquely empowered to change capitalism for the better

9 mins

THE GRACE OF LATE BEGINNINGS

Tan Kheng Hua is a woman in her prime. At 60, the thespian's star is on the rise, proving that age is no barrier to achieving greater new heights

8 mins

BECOMING CINDERELLA

The curtain at the Esplanade Theatre will rise on Singapore Ballet's brand-new production of Cinderella, the company's first new adaptation of a full-length classical ballet since 2014. Tatler goes behind the scenes with artistic director Janek Schergen and principal dancers Chihiro Uchida and Kenya Nakamura to find out what makes this production so special

4 mins

IN FOCUS

Leica brings the magic of cinema to the comfort of home with the debut of the Leica Cine 1, its first-ever cinema television

2 mins

SHAPE AND FORM

Taking inspiration from Hermès' equestrian heritage, French artist and illustrator Jochen Gerner puts his mark on the new Saut Hermès collection of porcelain tableware

1 min

Couture Comfort

British bedding king Vispring's new range of monochrome fabrics lets you dress your bed tone on tone, for a pristine night's rest

2 mins

ISLAND LIVING

From its rich culture to white sandy beaches, there is more to Vietnam's Phu Quoc island than meets the eye

3 mins

LONDON CALLING

Thirty years in the making, The Peninsula opened its newest property in the British capital this year. Tatler takes a closer look

6 mins

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For 38 years, Tatler Singapore has been the ultimate authority on high society and the luxury lifestyle; defining and covering the world’s most important, influential and exciting people, products, parties and places.