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Fashion futures: Indonesian designers navigating an era of disruption

From social media’s double-edged reach to the rise of AI and an uneasy economy, Indonesian designers are learning to adapt, endure and redefine creativity in fashion’s most unpredictable moment.

2 weeks ago
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The Gramercy Phase 2 fulfil demands of modern and refined lifestyle

Jakarta’s affluent couples and individuals are increasingly drawn to exclusive landed homes that not only meet the needs of modern living but also enhance the quality of life they aspire to. ...

1 month ago
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Cockfighting livestreams thrive in Philippines despite ban and murders

Since the e-sabong ban was initiated, the country's telecoms commission has blocked more than 6,800 e-sabong websites. ...

2 months ago

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Dressing Michelle Obama: Indonesian-born knitter Evita Chu climbs the fashion ranks

Among her loyal clients are America’s luxury streetwear brands, such as Baja East, John Elliott and Reese Cooper.

4 years ago
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Changing the tune: Serbian artist turns weapons into instruments

Nikola Macura, 42, is trying to transform scraps of weapons used in war into vessels of creation in a region that still bears the scars from the Yugoslavian wars

4 years ago
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Is Indonesia ready for genderless beauty products?

As more makeup brands increasingly use male models to promote their products, the question is, are Indonesians ready for the genderless marketing of beauty?

4 years ago
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Old but gold: Tokyo's retro car owners revel in modern classics

A loose club of fans rolls up most weekends in central Tokyo to show off their Cadillacs, Chevrolets and other modern classic vehicles from the mid to late 20th century.

4 years ago
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Luxury watches in Indonesia: 2020 winners

Even with the pandemic challenging many businesses, luxury watch-trading continues to be a boon for its players.

4 years ago
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LGBT community finds Bali ‘somewhat friendlier’. With conditions.

Members of Indonesia's LGBT community reflect on their altered perceptions of Bali following the very public – and for some, unwanted – furor over the issues unearthed by the Kristen Gray case.

4 years ago
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Beting village: Trapped in an ingrained narcotics ecosystem

The floating settlement of Kampung Beting in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, is a complex warren of factors that have contributed to an entrenched drug trade that few residents, if any, have been able to escape.

4 years ago
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Beting Village: Haven for drug users, hell for non-users

A village known for its rampant drug use and trade is also a lifelong prison for its residents

4 years ago
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Japan to clarify copyright rules to prevent "cosplay" violations

While wearing a character costume does not infringe copyright, a violation could occur if an individual is paid to do so, such as to make an appearance at an event.

4 years ago
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In Gaza, parkour brings youngsters a taste of freedom

Parkour, an extreme sport also known as free-running, originated in France in the 1990s.

4 years ago
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Finding my fabulous self with the help of drag queens

A writer discovers true freedom in silky stockings and high heels 

4 years ago
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Lady Gaga, JLo offer rare Washington fashion moment

The long-sleeved gown featured a fitted navy drop-waist bodice with a demure mock neck collar, a look completed with a voluminous scarlet skirt that ensured she kept her Covid-friendly distance.

4 years ago
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Didiet Maulana: Building ‘new bridge’ for fashion connections

Fashion designer Didiet Maulana has long brought elements of traditional cultural clothing to young, fashion-conscious people. The pandemic has taken this to another level. 

4 years ago
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COVID kills men's fashion buzz in Milan

A year after the last COVID-free catwalk shows in Milan, men's fashion week begins on Friday, but without the buzz of its traditional audience of buyers, bloggers, celebrities and media.

4 years ago
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Anna Wintour defends controversial Kamala Harris cover

Criticism of the cover has spread on social media since it was released on Sunday, with users insisting that what they see as a poorly composed portrait of Harris wearing sneakers is disrespectful to the first Black woman to be elected vice president.

4 years ago
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LEGO brings a touch of nature home

And they will not wilt.

4 years ago
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Fewer frills & ruffles: JFW expands fashion trends to New Year

The benchmark for fashion trends in 2020 is showing fewer frills and ruffles that go into the New Year.

4 years ago
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As end to pandemic mask-wearing nears, South Koreans scramble to arrange cosmetic surgery

Cosmetic surgeons say patients are interested in all parts of the face: those that can be easily hidden under masks, such as the nose and lips, as well as those that face coverings don't conceal, which some consider the criteria of beauty in the coronavirus era.

4 years ago
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First trans beauty pageant finalist makes history in Nepal

When Angel Lama sashays down the catwalk in the Miss Universe Nepal finals on Wednesday she will make history as the first transgender woman to be a finalist in the Himalayan nation's most glamorous annual event.

4 years ago
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French fashion pioneer Pierre Cardin dies aged 98

French designer Pierre Cardin, who shook up the fashion world with his visionary creations but also turned his name into a money-spinning global brand, died Tuesday aged 98.

4 years ago
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Thriving amid the pandemic, revenue skyrocketed through digital platform adoption

Through Tokopedia, illustrator and artist Winarti Handayani who is the founder of Kamalika Artprints, said sales were now soaring, even higher than before the pandemic.

4 years ago
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Slovenians hope for easier ride in 2021 with decorated bikes

In shop windows, backyards, on streets and public squares, many Slovenians have opted this year for unusual Christmas and New Year's decorations enshrining the humble bicycle.

4 years ago
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More than just a sweet scent: Getting to know essential oils

Different countries have different species of aromatic plants based on several factors, including climate, temperature, humidity and types of soil.

4 years ago
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Mask up: The year when fashion went virtual

The Indonesian fashion world has embraced the change that has come with the pandemic.

4 years ago
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Ivory Coast company brings Black dolls to African children

Frustrated by seeing store shelves in Ivory Coast lined with almost exclusively light-skinned dolls, Sara Coulibaly decided to create alternatives in which local children could see themselves.

4 years ago
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Lonely Christmas in Santa's homeland as tourists stay away

In Finland's snowy far north, international visitors normally flood the Santa Claus Village amusement park, in search of reindeer rides, snow castles and a meeting with the jolly man himself.

4 years ago
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From tourism to COVID-era deliveries: Barcelona women reinvent bike business

Ariadna Serra and five of her female co-workers decided to follow their passion for cycling to fund a delivery company using bikes in Barcelona, aiming to benefit from the online shopping boom prompted by the pandemic.

4 years ago
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Family feud rages as Swarovski empire loses its luster

The headquarters of the Swarovski crystal empire are every bit as glitzy as you might expect -- but the sparkle can't distract from a bitter family feud over the company's future.

4 years ago
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Surabaya church decorates Christmas tree with masks, sanitizers to promote COVID awareness

A catholic church in Indonesia has decorated a Christmas tree with protective masks and hand sanitizers as a way to spread awareness of COVID-19 in the festive season.

4 years ago
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Gucci joins Alibaba's luxury e-commerce site to woo Chinese consumers

Fashion label Gucci will open two flagship stores on Alibaba's online luxury shopping platform, underscoring the importance of the Chinese market for high-end brands seeking to reverse a revenue slide due to the coronavirus pandemic.

4 years ago
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