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ISSN 2289-5655

Issue No. 1

January - June 2014

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On the Cover, Bront Palarae wears a WARDROBE cotton blend double-breasted two-piece suit, cotton shirt, silk necktie and silk hand-rolled pocket square; MOSCOT glasses; CANALI scarf

WARDROBE Welcome

LIM FANG HENG CEO

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t is my pleasure to welcome you to the first issue of Wardrobe, marking a new step in the continual progress of our company. We have come a long way since 1978 and in this digital age, where information flows by the second and new media is abundant, we find ourselves inundated with the different directions in which we can strengthen our relationship with our clients. Our ultimate decision to produce our first lifestyle magazine for Wardrobe is based on our belief in the art of tradition and the timeless craftsmanship that applies to not only the magazine business but also our business of tailoring.

Our aim is to create a unique men’s magazine that showcases our tailoring, side by side with engaging stories and features that reflect the interests and characteristics of what we understand to be a Wardrobe Man. Distributed to our select membership base, the magazine is as exclusive as it is engaging.

It is with this foundation and background that we continue to redefine the Malaysian men’s tailoring scene, with the care and attention that our clients deserve.

Magazines have been used for years to define trends, to carve new styles, and Wardrobe will continue with this responsibility through great independent editorial and impressive style shoots that will enliven your imagination.

Photograph by Amir Rashid

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WARDROBE FEATURES

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PIONEERS The story from Spark Manshop to Wardrobe

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FOUNDERS It’s throwback time with J.J. Lim, K.C. Phuan and A.F. Chai on how it all began

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MY PRIVATE ROOFTOP fashion

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VISION The future of Wardrobe with CEO Lim Fang Heng

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THE REUNION fashion

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BOSS’ CHOICE Sempione Tre Briefcase FASHION FLASH: 26 Alpinestars Tech Air Race Suit · 32 Samurai COFFEE & TALENT WITH CREAM: 98 Stephen Rahman-Hughes

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THE ICON

ADVENTURE & TRAVEL

WOMAN

WORK OF ART

TRESURE CHEST

LEISURELY PURSUITS

Gianni Agnelli The man known as the ‘Bella Figura’ for his lust of life that, to this day, epitomises the red-blooded Italian mythology.

Gianni is a true style icon.

More accessible now than ever, travel is an amazing privilege. If ever you needed inspiration for remarkable destinations, this is it.

22. Storm Surfing 28. Palio di Siena

Charlize Theron Some women have the ability to turn our world up-side down.

Divine to behold, a beautiful mind and the depth of character to rise above the Hollywood lights.

There is beauty in everything from the tattoos of professional dark horses, the posters of Dr. Alderete to the inner workings of MB&F’s watches.

These are just a few artists we admire.

58. MB&F 62. Tattoos 64. Dr. Alderete

It’s not always about the latest, the most expensive or the most hype. These are the treasures that you will never let go of.

82. Byredo 84. Lamborghini 87. Diptique

Time is the ultimate luxury, so what would you do with yours?

90. FOOD St. John 92. WINE Dead Arm Shiraz 94. BOOK The Great Gatsby 95. MOVIE The Untouchables 96. MUSIC Pharrell Williams

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