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The Proclamation Memorial in Jakarta commemorates the time when Soekarno and Hatta announced Indonesia’s Independence on August 17, 1945

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Club 21, Plaza Indonesia and Indonesia Tatler will raise funds for less-fortunate children from the sale of second-hand branded-items

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The best things to do in and around the archipelago this month

faces 30 Soiree

A lavish wedding between the Suwarna and Gondokusumo families held in the heart of Jakarta

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Hard work and perseverance are the common threads in Kartika Wiroatmodjo’s story as he tells Indonesia Tatler about his career path in, and plans for, Bank Mandiri

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The who, what and where of our society

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86 style 94 Spotlight: Renaissance Man

Gucci, under Alessandro Michele’s artistic guidance, presents a colourful and beautiful chaos in its fall/winter 2016 collections

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106 Spotlight: Supply and Demand

Graff ’s Secret Carved Emerald watch pairs a huge emerald and diamonds into a stunning set that will make anyone green with envy

The CEO of Audemars Piguet, FrançoisHenry Bennahmias, tells us about the brand’s plans for Indonesia and new surprises coming up

107 Spotlight: Indelible Mark

Montblanc’s Southeast Asia’s Managing Director Aunouar Guerraoui presents the Maison’s newest collection, and his thoughts and ideas for growth

Life 140 Food: Vive La France!

Classic and modern French cuisine are on the menu for best friends Cindy Angelina and Kezia Toemion

144 Travel: King of the Seas

Indonesia Tatler was invited for a two-day royal respite aboard Harmony of the Seas’ pre-inaugural cruise from the UK

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royal tales To celebrate the birthday of Queen Sirikit this month, five of her long-serving advisers talk about life in the royal inner circle. This month is also a landmark for Thailand Tatler, its 300th issue, so the editors have distilled a list of the 300 things, people and places they like most about the country. Cover star Grace Mahadumrongkul takes time off from being an actress and businesswoman to talk about motherhood.

HIGH FLIERS From society’s brightest young innovators to art, travel and beyond, our regional editions cover the month’s hottest topics

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in gooD CoMPany or the Design Issue, the magazine heads to Venice, where the Philippines is exhibiting for the first time at the International Architecture Biennale. The Philippine contribution was curated by the issue’s cover stars, architects Leandro Locsin Jr, Sudarshan Khadka Jr and Juan Paolo dela Cruz. Six bigwigs from the world of furniture discuss design trends, and the Uruguayan architect Carlos Ott, who designed the Opéra Bastille in Paris, gives an exclusive interview.

Lawyer Hannah Kam is a founding member of the Organisation for National Empowerment, which was established in 2014 to help shape a collaborative society and a vibrant economy. She talks about the organisation’s programmes to promote better education, national unity and female empowerment. She has a strong focus on encouraging all Malaysians—but the country’s youth in particular—to play a part in nation building.

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On the cover is local music icon Dick Lee, who celebrates his 60th birthday this month with a special performance. His gig also kicks off a string of concerts, the Icon Series, which will pay tribute to the country’s musical heritage.

This issue also sees the launch of Singapore Tatler’s inaugural Generation T, an annual list of the country’s young movers, shakers and disrupters. They include the heads of homegrown brands such as Huber Butchery’s Andre Huber and The Paper Bunny’s Jaime Lee (above).

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CELEBRATING INDEPENDENCE DAY With Indonesian President Joko Widodo

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he month of august is always special for Indonesia Tatler, as we celebrate the country’s Independence Day, which falls on August 17. To commemorate this special event, we are featuring President Joko Widodo on our cover this month to accompany a feature that focuses on some of the positive achievements his government has achieved so far—achievements that have and will better the lives of all citizens, and which we should all be proud of and thankful for.

In keeping with this spirit of national pride, we also focus on three politicians who have achieved outstanding results in their respective cities, including the governor of Jakarta, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama; the governor of Central Java, Ganjar Pranowo; and the mayor of Bandung, Ridwan Kamil. Meanwhile, in our Faces section, we talk to Kartika Wirjoatmodjo, CEO of Bank Mandiri, who shares with us his life story and his plans for the bank, plus the renowned socialite Chiang Yu Lan, who tells us about her family and her passion for fashion.

Speaking of fashion, and also of beauty, in our Style section we share with you some handy tips and tricks on how to look and feel awesome as we move into the third quarter of the year. Food lovers aren’t left out either: Cindy Angelina and her best friend Kezia Toemion indulge at fine and fabulous French cuisine at AMUZ Gourmet Restaurant.

Last but not least, for truly inspiring luxury holiday ideas, check out our Life section for details of the latest Royal Caribbean cruise liner Harmony of the Seas—the biggest cruiser in the world—and intimate encounters with whale sharks and other exotic wildlife on the wonderful Ningaloo Coast in Western Australia. Happy reading and happy anniversary Indonesia!

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RiCHaRd THeO saRaH COBB The New York-based stylist ushers in the new season in Change with the Times To which period of history would you like to return and why?

The ’80s. I saw it from my childhood and it was pretty great, but it would have been amazing to work in my industry during that time.

The characters and the authenticity of the artists were incomparable.

CHRis CRaYMeR The New York-based photographer captures the autumn fashion trends in Change with the Times What’s the best gift you’ve ever received?

My two children, Jack and Katie.

What are two items on your bucket list?

To buy a beautiful big house and to go back to Japan—and this time to see more than Tokyo.

Who has had the greatest influence in your life?

My wife, Zoe, who is my inspiration and has always encouraged me to follow my dreams. She is my best friend.

What’s the most spontaneous thing you’ve done?

Move to New York.

What are two items on your bucket list?

A Cartier watch and a sailing boat.

Richard Theo, a Jakarta-based makeup artist, has been working to transform people’s auras through make-up since 2013.

Richard is a beauty and wedding specialist who loves to see his clients look stunning while maintaining their effortless charm. In this issue, Richard worked together with hair stylist Aldo Winata to create a stunning look for Chiang Yu Lan.

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independent indonesia Statues of Soekarno and Hatta reading the Proclamation text

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Fasting and football go hand-inhand for HE Moazzam Malik, the British Ambassador to Indonesia

The best things to do in and around the archipelago this month

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Pay it Forward

A charitable initiative initiated by Club 21 Jakarta, in conjunction with Plaza Indonesia and ‘Indonesia Tatler’, brings yet another successful celebration lub 21 jakarta is the licensee of a number of luxury brands in Indonesia, such as Calvin Klein, Armani Exchange, DKNY Jeans and Stella McCartney. In 2015, Club 21 Jakarta, together with Plaza Indonesia and Indonesia Tatler, initiated “Style It Forward”: a second-hand branded-items sale where profits are donated for the betterment of children living in orphanages, slum areas and government flats.

This year, Club 21 Jakarta is teaming up with six non-profit organisations, including Yayasan Pansophia Indonesia, United Way Yayasan Mitra

Mandiri Indonesia, Gift to Kiara, Love Pink, Happy Hearts Fund Indonesia and 3 Little Angels. After last year’s success, this year, the event will be held at AW Kitchen in Plaza Indonesia from September 2-4.

Club 21 expects to collect around 4,000 items, which will then be put up for sale at prices up to Rp 8 million per piece during the bazaar. All the proceeds from the sales— expected to be around Rp 1 billion this year— will be donated to charity. Last year, around a thousand visitors turned up to the threeday bazaar. This year, twice that number is expected.

THE WORK DESK A study has found that working in a dirty environment and one that doesn’t stimulate the brain is bad for our long-term cognitive health. The study examined the issue of health and quality of life in the workplace and was published in the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

Fasting and Football

This year’s fasting month has been special to HE Moazzam Malik, with three UK teams competing for the Euro 2016 Cup As a citizen of the UK, HE Moazzam Malik, the British Ambassador to Indonesia, ASEAN and Timor Leste, felt lucky to have three squads—England, Wales and Scotland—competing in the 2016 Eurocup finals in France. “I will surely watch the match between England and Slovakia tonight,” said the career diplomat who followed the big match via direct TV broadcast on July 26, a few hours before a game that ended with a 0-0 draw. The ambassador plenipotentiary has really enjoyed his second

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Ramadan in Indonesia. “Before sahur, the pre-dawn meal, I can watch the games on TV,” he said at the fast-breaking dinner at the British Embassy in Jakarta. “Ramadan in Indonesia means a pleasant atmosphere mainly because the fasting time here is shorter than in London,” added the senior diplomat who speaks Indonesian fluently. He also spent Hari Raya in Jakarta because, “From what I’ve heard from colleagues, the streets of Jakarta are relatively empty and you can go anywhere easily.”

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PHOTOGRAPHY: HERI B HERYANTO (GILLES MARX) IRWAN KURNIA (SOFJAN WANANDI)

CHARITY SALE The people behind the event

AUGUST 17, 1945 Soekarno and Hatta proclaimed the independence of Indonesia from the terrace of Soekarno’s residence at Jl. Pegangsaan Timur 54 Jakarta at 10 o’clock local time. The flagflying ceremony that followed signalled the birth of a new nation: the Republic of Indonesia.

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The inauguration of the new Terminal 3 Ultimate at Soekarno-Hatta Airport means putting passengers first he inauguration of terminal 3 Ultimate, the new terminal at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, has been delayed for additional safety checks. The Transportation Ministry was not satisfied with the air traffic control mobile tower as it could block the view of the apron.

Terminal 3 Ultimate is aimed at adding capacity to the airport and also as a transit

hub for international travellers similar to Singapore’s Changi Airport. The US$500m terminal is slated to have a capacity of 15 million passengers after phase one is complete and 25 million passengers upon completion in 2017. The ministry has stressed that Terminal 3 Ultimate will operate only when it meets stringent requirements. “The bottom line is, we give the green light when it is 100 per cent ready,” said Transportation Minister Ignasius Jonan on June 25.

PHOTO SHOP A new girl in town wanted to change her image, so she logged into social media along with a new, highly edited profile photo. In a matter of days, she collected many new friends. But the scheme failed when one old friend tagged her in an untouched group photo.

111 A PERFECT “totient” number; the atomic number of the element roentgenium (Rg); referred to as “eleventyone” in Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring.

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THE CHAPERONE One member of parliament is the talk of the town. He sent a memo to the consulate general asking the diplomatic mission to chaperone his teenage daughter on a school excursion.

A Humble President

The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you.

In between, the leader is a servant. “In this current economic situation it is good to have a humble President Jokowi,” said Minister of Trade Thomas Lembong in a Talk Show on TV.

ERRATUM In our July issue on page 50, the venue given for the Forbes Indonesia Most Inspiring Women was incorrect.

It should have been the Hotel Gran Mahakam, Jakarta. We apologise for the error.

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GLOBAL CLIMBER A social climber discovered a new way to paint herself as a globetrotter even though she only went on three trips last year. She took as many photos as possible and posted the shots on her social media outlets one per week for the whole year.

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August excels with a myriad of classic and contemporary programmes, crested by the country’s first world-class boutique art fair, Art Stage Jakarta.

THE SOEKARNO COLLECTION To celebrate Independence Day on August 17, Galeri Nasional is presenting a month-long art exhibition showcasing the exquisite art collection of the Presidential Palace, popularly known as the Soekarno Collection. Open: 10am to 7pm; free admission.

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HARD KNOCK LIFE Ciputra Artpreneur will present Annie, the Broadway musical, in a brand-new incarnation of the award-winning original. Venue: Ciputra Artpreneur Theater; runs until August 14; tickets from Rp 750,000 to Rp 2,750,000.

LA PLUIE & THE NUTCRACKER The West Australian Ballet Jakarta tour will run until August 7 at Teater Jakarta at Taman Ismail Marzuki, and will feature David Dawson’s “5” and “On the Nature of Daylight”, a short solo from The Nutcracker, pas de deux from Beauty & the Beast, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa’s “La Pluie”, and excerpts from Jayne Smeulders’ Cinderella.

Showtime: 8pm.

MORE THAN ENOUGH The JPPC Worship music ensemble will stage its More Than Enough Official Surabaya Tour 2016 at the Grand City Convention Center in Surabaya. The company was originally known as the True Worshippers. Tickets: Rp 175,000 to Rp.500,000; showtime: 6pm to 9pm.

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THE STAGE IS SET Art Stage Jakarta, Indonesia’s first world-class boutique art fair, will celebrate the country’s vibrant and diverse contemporary art scene starting today with a private viewing by invitation only. Other opening times are: August 6, 1pm-9pm and August 7, 11am-9pm; venue: Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Level 3.

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INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW The Indonesia Convention & Exhibition (ICE) in BSD City, Tangerang, will house the 10-day GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) 2016. This annual automotive exhibition is a huge celebration of the country’s automotive industry. Open: 10am-9pm.

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UBUD JAZZ VILLAGE FESTIVAL The Agung Rai Museum of Art (ARMA) will host the Ubud Village Jazz Festival, featuring prominent jazz figures Margie Segers, Dianne Reeves, Oele Pattiselano, Roy Hargrove, Jeffrey Tahalele and friends.

Performances start at 3pm on August 12 and ends at 12am on August 13. Tickets: Rp 400,000Rp 600,000.

WE THE FEST 2016 We The Fest will treat Jakarta to an immersive musical experience at Parkir Timur Senayan.

Grammy award winners Macklemore & Ryan Lewis have chosen WTF as a fitting finale to their mammoth 2016 world tour. Uptown Funk mastermind Mark Ronson will also colour the lineup. Venue: Parkir Timur Senayan; runs until August 14; tickets: Rp 1,250,000.

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FORCED FARMING Cultuurstelsel, the revenue system that forced Dutch East Indies farmers to pay proceeds to the treasury of the Netherlands, inspired Hedi Santosa to write, produce and direct Semangkuk Makan Siang, a retrospective dialogue on Indonesian history.

Venue: Salihara Theatre; showtime: 8pm, tickets: Rp 100,000.

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AUGUST 5–21 The biggest sporting event of the summer takes place in Brazil—the 2016 Olympic Games—with the top athletes from more than 200 countries vying for gold. rio2016.com

AUGUST 5–29 The largest arts festival in the world, the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, hosts over 3,000 shows in a programme that includes theatre, comedy, dance and music. edfringe.com

AUGUST 12–SEPTEMBER 11 Classical music stars perform 100-plus concerts over a month at the Lucerne Festival. This year’s theme, “PrimaDonna,” turns the spotlight on female artists. lucernefestival.ch

AUGUST 29–SEPTEMBER 11 The world’s top tennis players go head to head to challenge for the singles crowns of Novak Djokovic and Flavia Pennetta at the US Open, the final Grand Slam of the year. usopen.org

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Wedding of Lussius Edwin Suwarna and Angelina Diana

Kartika Wirjoatmodjo, CEO of Bank Mandiri

Widi Wardhana, Ita Handoko and Ayu Rosan

The who, what and where of our society

Shalvynne Chang and her eclectic style in fashion

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faces | soiree The newlyweds and their parents with Mrs and Mr Pramono Anung

An Everlasting Union

A blissfUl joUrnEy liEs AhEAd for lUssiUs Edwin sUwArnA And AngElinA diAnA gondokUsUmo

The holy matrimony at 3pm one Saturday afternoon at the Jakarta Cathedral led the wedding celebrations of Lussius Edwin Suwarna and Angelina Diana Gondokusumo.

The sacrament of matrimony, reinforced by the majesty of the century-old neo-Gothic cathedral, was then followed by a wedding reception commencing at 7pm at The Residence ONFIVE at the Grand Hyatt Jakarta.

The soiree at one of the most prestigious addresses in Jakarta started with the grand entrance of the wedding entourage. At the front were the parents of the groom, Mr Mulyadi Suwarna and Mrs Tan Shin Lie, and the parents of the bride, Mr Juan Gondokusumo and Mrs Ani Gunawan, followed by the newlyweds. The groom

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Mrs Shinta Kamdani and Ms Latissa Kamdani

Mr Alvin Suwarna and Mrs Tania Sidharta

Mrs Jeti Lee, Mr Russell Lee and Ms Margaret Lee

Mr Hannes Chang, Ethan Chang and Mrs Anne Chang

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faces | soiree looked stunning in his elegantly tailored dark tuxedo, while his bride was gorgeous in an exquisitely designed white wedding dress that perfectly matched her unique style.

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Mrs Ferawati Gondokusumo and Ms Grace Gondokusumo

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A three-tier wedding cake highlights the merry soiree at ONFIVE Residence

Mr Anton Setiawan, Mr Empie Lembong and Mr Djisman Simanjuntak

Mr Hartadi Angkosubroto

Mr Nararya Sastrawinata, Mr Budiaksa Sastrawinata, Mr Lalitya Sastrawinata and Mr Jonathan Dewey Mrs Dian Suralaga and Mrs Damayanti Siahaan Mr Mary Octo Sihombing and Mrs Rosarina Tambunan

Mrs Virna Mayerfas and Mr Mayerfas

Mr and Mrs Tan Tze Hao

Mrs Mayako Takagi and Mr Kaname

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Mr Andry, Mrs Sylvia Lianto and Mr Venus Lianto

. august 2016 indonesiaMstatler Maria Gunawan, Mr Yemin Gunawan and Mr Stevanus Gunawan

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Banking on Success

PHOTOGRAPHY: HERI B HERYANTO

It was his persistence, determination and commitment that earned him the position of CEO at Indonesia’s largest bank. The sprightly Kartika Wirjoatmodjo sits down to tell us about his life, the challenges he has faced and his visions for the future.

Novranto Huntua and Kevin Sjahrial discover omposed, astute and commanding. These are the first words that come to mind when meeting Kartika Wirjoatmodjo.

Born in Surabaya in July 1971, the affable and softspoken Kartika has an immense amount of appreciation and passion for his work.

“To always give it your all,” is the principle behind Wijoatmodjo’s work ethic. Backed by credibility, high levels of professionalism and his expertise garnered from years of experience, Wirjoatmodjo was promoted to CEO of Bank Mandiri, the biggest bank in Indonesia with assets worth more than Rp 910 trillion, and was the bank’s youngest-ever CEO at 43.

Tiko—the nickname he is widely known by—started working in the finance and banking industry in 1995. However, throughout that time, he never sought out a specific career path. “Regardless of what I am working on, my main goal is to be able to do my utmost best for the nation and the people,” he tells us.

Wirjoatmodjo strongly believes in being upstanding, and working diligently with dedication and commitment are the keys to advancing one’s career. He graduated from the University of Indonesia, majoring in economics and accounting, then earned his Master’s degree at the Erasmus University Rotterdam School of Management and rose to prominence at blistering speed.

His illustrious career includes being a tax consultant and accountant at RSM AAJ Associates; a credit analyst at the

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Industrial Bank of Japan; a consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers; and then working with the Boston Consulting Group. It was only in 2003 that saw him return to Indonesia to join Bank Mandiri. And so, in less than a decade, Wirjoatmodjo rose through the ranks and was promoted to CEO of the Indonesian Finance infrastructure division.

His exceptional abilities at the bank caught the attention of former President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, who assigned Wirjoatmodjo as the CEO of the Indonesia Deposit Insurance Corporation. And in March 2016, his career hit its highest peak yet: he was promoted to CEO of Bank Mandiri.

“It was an absolute honour to be promoted to CEO. That said, the promotion, more than anything else, also presents great challenges, among which is to take the Bank Mandiri name to even greater heights in both local and regional terms,” Wirjoatmodjo says.

With that vision in mind, it is no surprise that Wirjoatmodjo’s plan is to first expand the bank’s market penetration to Malaysia and Singapore. His plan of action is to open new branch offices in the region and to enhance the utility of these branches. “There is a sense of pride that I get when I visit an overseas branch and see for myself the operations,” he tells us.

Wirjoatmodjo is constantly taking steps to turn his vision into a reality. In-depth research and understanding the challenges faced by the banking industry are essential to his plan.

Wirjoatmodjo, who counts Nelson Mandela among his biggest inspirations, notes that the Indonesian economy experiences a cyclical pattern that spans around eight years.

“Regardless of what I am working on, my main goal is to be able to do my utmost best for the nation and the people”

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The economic downturn of 1998 was met with growth in 2006, followed by another downturn in 2014. The Indonesian economy is currently approaching the end of another downturn—as seen in the aftermath of 2013, prices of commodities such as coal saw a decrease as the global economy slowed down.

But even in times of economic downturn, Wirjoatmodjo says that we have to remain positive. Indonesia is one of the few nations that has managed to exceed the forecasted global economy growth rate. The IMF forecasted a growth rate of 3.2 per cent yearon-year, while the Indonesian economy saw growth of 4.92 per cent in the first quarter of 2016.

“The growth of the Indonesian economy, while slower than it has been, is still moving at a better rate than that of other countries like Brazil. We have to be optimistic and look forward, and spend more of our time

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and energy on creating breakthroughs for ourselves and the nation,” says Wirjoatmodjo, who is a father of two girls.

He is confident that Indonesia’s economy will bounce back in 2017. Bank Mandiri, under his leadership, will continue to improve its online services in anticipation of this resurgence. “We are always looking to innovate,” he says. “We have to get the best out of our digital technology and human resources. I hope that in the next one to two years, Bank Mandiri will be at the forefront of online banking services.”

Kartika Wirjoatmodjo is a man who believes in being bold in the face of adversity; in always using a bit of “elbow grease”; and is constantly looking to better himself. He is determined to uphold Bank Mandiri’s reputation as the largest, most technologically advanced and trustworthy bank in Indonesia and Southeast Asia. indonesia tatler . august 2016

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Dancing Queen

PHOTOGRAPHY: HERI B. HERYANTO; MAKE-UP: RICHARD THEO, HAIR: ALDO WINATA, WARDROBE: ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

Raised in Taipei and currently dividing her time between Jakarta and Singapore, Taiwanese socialite Chiang Yu Lan shares her story with Maina A. Harjani oised in a cropped dress and sneakers, the ever-youthful Chiang Yu Lan waltzes her way into the grandeur of the Majapahit Suite at the Grand Hyatt Jakarta. As a mother of four grown-up girls and a grandmother to little Liam, Chiang is delighted to share with Indonesia Tatler some of her life tips, plus her passion for fashion, the arts and ballroom dancing.

Being surrounded by her three sisters, two brothers and parents while living in Taipei, Chiang Yu Lan has always maintained a close relationship with her immediate kin.

Two of her own girls are married and live in Jakarta, while her twin girls have just recently graduated with MBA degrees from Switzerland.

“I have a 2-year-old grandson who is the apple of everyone’s eye,” she adds. “The whole family showers him with love and attention, hoping he will grow up to be a caring and kind individual.”

Chiang moved to Jakarta after marriage and she admits it was a huge transition as far as language, culture, food and lifestyle are concerned. However, she loves the fact that Indonesia is a country filled with rich heritage and resources and that it is one of the most exciting emerging economies in the world. She also goes on to say that Indonesia is known for its beautiful islands, beaches and majestic volcanoes and that

staying in Jakarta reminds her of Taipei, where the locals are warm, kind-hearted and place a great emphasis on family values.

“That said, living in Singapore also has its pros,” she says. “It has been transformed into a beautiful garden city with high standards of living, education, cleanliness, efficiency, and law and order. Even though there are many different ethnicities in Singapore, they are all able to live in harmony,” says the lovely lady who recently moved into a beautiful home in Sentosa Cove.

Chiang Yu Lan is a big believer in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and eating well. She is also a keen yoga fan who lives by the motto of having the correct attitude towards life and a passion for constant learning. On this note, she originally took up ballroom dancing as a hobby, although it later burgeoned into a burning passion after she saw a competition in Singapore. The participants’ elegance and poise, together with the classical music they swayed to, were inspirational to her.

And so it was that Chiang eventually secured international championship titles at The Hour Glass Open Asian Open Dance Championship 2008, the 15th Penang International Ballroom Dancing Championship 2008 and the 2012 US Open to the World Pro/Am Ballroom Scholarship.

“Ballroom dancing has taught me qualities such as perseverance and grace. With hard work and determination, nothing is impossible.

Chiang Yu Lan is a big believer in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and eating well. She is also a keen yoga fan

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And besides the skills and techniques, ballroom dancing also embodies social etiquettes,” she says.

With an eye for the visual arts, Chiang is also a collector of watercolour paintings featuring Chinese landscapes, and she shares with Indonesia Tatler some of her favourite artists: Lee Man Fong, Wu Guanzhong and Qi Baishi.

Other than the arts, she is also keen on fashion and believes that one must dress accordingly to one’s age and status.

“We should not follow fashion blindly, but must find a style that suits our personality and body type,” she explains. “A few of my favourite brands are Chanel, Dior, Dolce

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& Gabbana, Balmain and Fendi; I prefer clothes that are elegant and sexy.” During the photoshoot with Indonesia Tatler, Chiang looked elegant in her two dresses from Alexander McQueen.

To end our time together, we asked Chiang to share some of her personal tips for keeping fit and in shape. “I work out regularly and eat wisely,” she told us. “I also avoid wheat and grains, and consume a lot of vegetables and fruit. I drink plenty of water to hydrate myself and I use a daily facial mask to keep my face supple. Having sufficient sleep and avoiding the sun and alcohol are also some of my tips for a healthier lifestyle.” indonesia tatler . august 2016

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Traditional Touches

The ethnic style is in again this season, be it a batik dress, an ikat cocktail dress or simply an ethnic accessory to compliment an overall look. When done right, it expresses cultural chic in the most elegant way.

Biyan The Gucci DIY version of the Dionysus handbag is a convenient piece to carry all day and all of the night

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adrian gan Sling bags are the inthing, and this season Michael Kors brings them with in neutral colours to suit any occasion

denny WiraWan Inspired by technology, the Prada Robot Bag collection features eccentric pieces that impersonate today’s style and the future

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Match Made in Heaven Malinda design Centre launCHes ‘Hollywood lifestyle’

Malinda Design Centre in Kemang presented its new range of extravagant home furniture. Entitled “Hollywood Lifestyle”, the range is the result of a collaboration between renowned designer Michael Amini and former Bond girl Jane Seymour. Guests also got to meet Amini and Seymour, and get books signed by the designers.

Mr Iwan Sastrawiguna and Mrs Joan

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Mr Benson Agus, Mr Paul Teo, Mr Martin Lim and Mr Tony Lim

Mrs Tetty Tambunan and Mrs Leslie Wise

Mrs Mila Ong, Mrs Iriyna Dayana Lau and Mrs Alice Callista

Mr Haryono Budiono

Mrs Nur Armany, Mrs Vivi Singkey, Mrs Karen Sunardi, Mr Roberto Hidajat, Mr Ferry Tanjaya, Mrs Sisilia Oei and Mr Arwin Amir

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Mrs Euis Saedah and Mrs Dewi Raden Pardede

Mrs and Mr Saleh Husin

Mr Agus Muharram

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Mrs Nining Badrodin Haiti and Mrs Hetty Andika Perkasa

The National Handicraft Board (DEKRANAS) held an opening ceremony for the Indonesian Crafts Exhibition at the Convention Hall in SME Tower. First Lady Iriana Joko Widodo attended the event along with other well-heeled ladies.

Mrs Liza Mustafa Abubakar and Mrs Mien R Uno

Mrs Ella Sungkar

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Mrs Wien Ritola Tasmaya, Mrs Hani Pramono Anung, Mrs Ida Pratikno and Mrs Mrs Bintang Puspayoga

Mrs Ratna Jonan, Mrs Nenny Gatot Nurmantyo, Mrs Devy Luhut Panjaitan and Mrs Yasmin Fachir

Mrs Idaman Aboe, Mrs Nora Ryamizard Ryacudu and Mrs Celly Hamid Awaluddin

Fabrics Fit for Royalty

Mrs Fifi Firmandjaja and Mrs Amalya Hasibuan

Mrs Nenny Arman

Mrs Retty Assegaf and Mrs Dewi Indriati Rano

InteRnI Mr Husnan BeyAsIA Fananie and Mrs DeDAR lAunches Uniek Sampan AnD heRmès Hismantog FAbRIc AnD WAllpApeR collectIons

Mrs Rina Satar and Mr Emirsyah Satar Mr and Mrs reka Sutiyoso ir, Mrs Hi oh Th ra nd Tja th be Mrs Eliza ir oh Th G a nd Vitaya and Mrs Ali

Mrs Fransiska Soetedjo

Mr Hektor Von Schledorn

Mrs Daisy Musin and Mrs Askarina

Mr Agam Riadi and Mr HESammy Muhamed Hendramianto Cengic Syamsulhadi

Ms Lilis Mrs Rika Leonard Pauzie

Interni Asia presented its Dedar and Hermès fabric and wallpaper collections, the latest in its luxurious interior solutions line. Guests enjoyed elegant upholstery, designer fabrics, furniture, wall coverings, carpets and other decorative products.

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Six Decades of Style and Luxury RODO ceLebRateS itS 60th anniveRSaRy

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Maggie Halim and Gianni Dori hosted a party to celebrate the sixth decade of RODO. Well-known for its refined style and luxury, RODO has been a favourite of style icons all over the world. The party held at The Dharmawangsa hotel was attended by Jakarta’s own fashion icons, who came dressed to the nines.

Mrs Maggie Halim, Ms Marsha Timothy, Mrs Annisa Pohan and Mr Gianni Dori

Mr Chris Fong, Ms Stephanie Shen, Mrs Sally Wilson and Mrs Dewi Ivo

Mrs Christina Lim and Mr Hans Huang

Mrs Lia Lukman, Ms Tania Muljadi and Ms Anggia Putri

Ms Karenina Sunny and Ms Astrid Kusumo

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Mr Samuel Wongso and Mr Lukman Sardi

Mrs Ria Mutiara and Mrs Margaret Vivi

Mrs Leeyen Wijaya

Ms Melati Hendradjaja and Ms Katreen Markus

Mrs Inneke Susanto, Mrs Rina Adisusanto, Mrs Monica Hendrayanta and Mrs Melsiana Tjahyadikarta

Ms Putrianti Indah

Mrs Jane Kusuma

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Diamonds are Forever Aigner’s new line oF one CArAt ArCo timepieCes shines bright Aigner presented guests with its new One Carat Arco timepieces at Plaza Indonesia. Aigner redefined elegance once again fitting 280 diamonds onto its newest watches. The dazzling diamond-encrusted timepieces worn by the models in dark threads looked absolutely stunning.

Sharply dressed guests in attendance had no trouble matching the brilliance.

The models

Mrs Meitiara Sandrina, Mr Robert Budiman, Mrs Devy Indria and Mrs Diza Larentie Mr Nuno Fernandez

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Mr Raj Kaul and Mr Rajiv Mahera Mr Bambang Harianto and Mrs Jenny S

Mr Renard Widago and Ms Ellysa Sjuriah

Ms Angela Arsyad and Ms Rachel Arsyad

Ms Andrini Rieke

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Mrs Maudy Koesnaedy and Mr Surya Saputra

Mr Cas Alfonso and Mrs Rianti Cartwright

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Third Time’s a Charm Il BIsonTe opens ITs ThIrd BouTIque In JakarTa

Wandy Di Fillipo, founder of Il Bisonte, was present at the colourful celebration for the opening of Il Bisonte’s Trattoria-themed boutique in Jakarta. Pacific Place played host to the celebration attended by Jakarta’s most fashionforward socialites. Designers, actors and entrepreneurs revelled in the company, fuelled by champagne that flowed all night.

Magri, Mr Wanny Liberatori , Mrs Linda dro an ss Ale Mr n, Cosmas Gozali n, Mrs Linda Ta adiukusumo and Mr joh Mrs Meinawaty Irawa Djo ra Sa s Mr n, na Irawa Di Filippo, Mrs Yoha

Mr Daniel Mananta, Mr Johandi Yahya, Mr Arifin Putra and Mr Samuel Wongso

Mrs Agnes Tjandranegara Mr Franceschino

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Madame Maria Bocalandro, HE Ricardo Luis Bocalandro and Mr Giri Sumantri

Mr Tom Tandio and Mrs Deborah Iskandar

Mrs Rinrin Marinka

Mr Erlangga Boenawan

Mrs Cecilia Antonietta and Mrs Vanessa Oetomo

Ms Jasmine Prasetyo

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MrsLouise Hsiao and Mrs Chiang Yu Lan

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Mrs Azza Dina Jamal and Madame Rachida Majdi

Madame Tahsina Aqil Madame Houda Belhassen and Madame Paula Lemos

lUnCh fAreWell for MAdAMe rAshidA MAjdi Mrs Reggy Suriadjaja

Mrs Azza Dina Jamal hosted an intimate farewell for the spouse of the Ambassador of Morocco, Madame Rachida Majdi, at Warung Turki restaurant. The luncheon brought together many of Jakarta’s influential ladies.

Mrs Melsiana Tjahyadikarta

Mrs Lastry Thayeb, Mrs El Shinta and Mrs Elaa Shihab

Madame Rachel Malik and Mrs Nahda Lahlou

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HE Valiollah Mohammadi and HE Nico Barito

Mrs Ratih Gunaevy, Mrs Joya Gunaevy and Mrs Lala Gunaevy

Madame Fatma Dessouki and Madame Zhanah Suhan

HE Mikhail Galuzin and HE Yvonne Bauman

Mr Bagdadi Dhahbi and Mr Popo Danes

Mrs Ratih Subroto and Mrs Ferial Saad Hadi

HE Joaquin Alberto De Sousa Moreira De Lemos and HE Patrick Herman

HE Muhamed Cengic and HE Zekeriya Akcam

Celebrating Unity 53rd AfriCA dAy CelebrAtion The African Heads of Missions and Spouses hosted a celebration on the occasion of Africa Day at the Flores Ballroom at the Hotel Borobudur.

Dignitaries and officials attended the celebration, dressed in the most splendid traditional outfits and suits.

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Mrs and Mr Sebastian Gunawan

Mrs Monica Hendrayanta, Mrs Agnes Sutanto and Mrs Ester Kristiani

Mrs Dewi Husin

Mr Tex Saverio

Fabulous Tex

Tex Saverio preSenTS hiS FirST couTure Show Prominent Indonesian fashion designer Tex Saverio held his first couture show at the Dian Ballroom at the Raffles Jakarta hotel. The fashion event showcased Tex’s stunning collection, which wowed the city’s glitterati.

Ms Mesty Ariotedjo

Mrs Camelia Wulandari

Mrs Rania Shamlan

Mr Krisna and Mr Ivan Momento Cronos

Ms Corinna Soetoyo

Ms Melissa Pratiwiharja, Ms Marlene Wilianto and Ms Claudia Pratiwihadja

Mr Krisna and Mr Ivan Momento Cronos

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Mrs Alena Wu and Mr Popo Fauza

Mrs Natalie Djody

Mr Erik Fatono, Mrs Christie Kanter, Mr Michael Kanter, Mrs Cicilia Kanter and Mr Evan Kanter

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Mrs Lily Leonardi and Mr Indra Leonardi

Mr Sugi Martono and Mr Jacky Timurtius

Mrs Melia Olivia

Birthday Bash engelBerTuS emil eriyanTo’S BirThday celeBraTion

The head of Multi Kreasi Enterprise, Engelbertus Emil Eriyanto, celebrated his birthday at the ballroom of the Grand Hyatt Hotel.

Friends, family and distinguished guests were treated to a wonderful meal, an open bar, and music well into the night.

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Happy Fourth of July!

HE Nina Hachigian

Blake, tuti, HE Robert Mrs Susi Pudjias and Mr Rudiantara an Mr Luhut Panjait

Mr Satya Yudha

United StateS celebrateS independence day

In celebration of Independence Day, the Embassy of the United States in Jakarta held an early reception party at the U.S. Ambassador’s residence. The evening brought together many of the city’s crème de la crème made up of dignitaries and other luminaries.

Ms Carin Gozali and Mr Cosmas Gozali

Madame Fatma Dessouki and Madame Rachida Majdi

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Mr Jacob Soetoyo, Mr Maruarar Sirait and Mrs Shinta Sirait

Mr B J Habibie

Mrs Linda Magri

Mr Endi Kusumo and Mr Hengky Setiawan

Mr Chairul Tanjung

Mrs and Mr Ignasius Jonan

Mrs Eva Iskandar and Mrs Lisa Mihardja

Mr Anindya Bakrie, Mrs Ayu Rosan, Mr Rosan P Roeslani and Mr Emirsyah Satar

Mr Aburizal Bakrie

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, HE Mr Muhammad Nasir Saleh Vittorio Sandalli, Mr Fachir Husin and Mr A.M.

Mrs Sita Satar

Mrs Agnes Tjandranegara

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Mrs Laura Antoinette

The Embassy of Italy in Indonesia hosted a reception party in celebration of the country’s National Day at the Shangri-La, Jakarta.

The evening saw many of Jakarta’s crème de la crème who were seen mingling and having a good time.

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The Epitome of Cognac Refinement HEnnEssy X.O Has apprECiaTiOn dinnEr parTy

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Mr Patrick Lim and Mr Alexander

Hennessy X.O hosted a black tie dinner party at The RitzCarlton Jakarta, Pacific Place.

The meal was prepared by renowned Malaysian chef Darren Chin. The sumptuous meal was an odyssey in each mouthful, making for a gastronomic experience like no other. The sumptuous menu was completed by Hennessy’s signature cognac.

Mr Wiboon, Mr Samuel, Mr Ronny and Mr Kevin Tong

Ms Patricia Gouw

Mr Maurice R Hennessy

Mr Lee Jak Tim

Mr Pablo Herstein and Mrs Romina Herstein

Ms Cicilia King, Ms Wida, Ms Winda Siregar, Ms Rinrin Marinka and Mr Lito Adiputro

Mrs Farina Dawis and Ms Kathy Dawis

Mr Patrick Wader

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Mr Utoyo Pusposuharto and Mrs Melanie Kartadinata

Mr Leonel and Mrs Grace Salim

Mr Andrianto Surohadikusumo

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Fashion with Purpose

Charity Fashion show held at de soematra A charity fashion show by renowned Indonesian fashion designer Adrian Gan was held at the de Soematra function house in Surabaya. The show was entitled “Bias Elok Songket Minang� and featured a stunning collection.

Later on, a donation was given to Yayasan Bibir Sumbing Indonesia.

Mrs Mina Jayanata and Mr Rinaldy A Yunardi

Mrs Anyat Dewi and Mr Adrian Gan

Mrs Anita Radjimin

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Mrs Semiwati Sampoerna, Mrs Afen, Mrs Wulan Soeharsono and Mrs Wanty Setiodjojo

Mrs Azza Dina and Mrs Toni Hoekstra Mrs Chien Chien

Mrs Paula Harris and Ms Danica Harris

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Mrs Yong Chen

Mrs Aling

Mrs Yenita Markus and Mrs Alim Markus

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Madame and HE Vittorio Sandalli Mr Tjahjo Kumolo, HE Zurab Aleksidze and Mr A.M Fachir

H.E and Madame Antonio Correa Barbosa

Mr Ted Sulisto, Mrs Lolita and Mr Fajar Gunawan

Madame Diana and HE Vladimir Lopato Zagorsky

GeorGia celebrates NatioNal Day

Mrs Yulie and HE Cesar Esteban Grillon

Mrs Ayu Tresna, Mrs Fransiska Kansil, Mr Erza ST, Madame and HE Mohammad Aqil Nadeem

National Pride

Mr Yudhi Harijono

Madame Nino Aleksidze and Mrs Adriana Sri Lestari

The Embassy of Georgia in Indonesia hosted a reception party to celebrate the country’s National Day. Held at the Borobudur Hotel Jakarta, the evening drew a slew of VIPs made up of government officials and business executives.

batik Fever ybJb hosts Pesisir Utara Jawa barat batik exhibitioN The West Java Batik Foundation (YBJB) hosted a colourful exhibition showcasing batik from West Java’s northern coastal area.

Held at the Sari Pan Pacific Jakarta hotel, the event was attended by Minister of Industry Saleh Husin and YBJB Chairwoman Mrs Sendy Yusuf.

Mrs Ingrid Kansil, Mrs Inneke Koesherawati,Mrs Yeyen Komar, Mr Deden Siswanto, Mrs Metta Ivo Mrs Ayu Rosan and Mrs Diah Permatasari

Mrs Nana Krit and Mrs Happy Farida

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Mrs Deisti Novanto and Mrs Rani TDJ

Mrs Netty Ade Komaruddin, Mrs Letty Roem Kono, Mrs Dini Bambang Wiyogo and Mrs Lina Nurdin Tampubolon

Mrs Donna Latief

Mr Saleh Husin and Mrs Sendy Yusuf

Mrs Wanda Ponika and Mrs Wawa Pramono

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Three’s Company Any Tengker, Dewi AbDi AnD ninA rAmsChie holD birThDAy bAsh In celebration of their birthdays, Mrs Any Tengker, Mrs Dewi Abdi and Mrs Nina Ramschie held a joint party. The birthday bash saw many of the celebrants’ close friends who came to offer their heartiest congratulations.

Mrs Lilin Hallim and Mrs Shinta Omar

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Mrs Magda Hutagalung and Mrs Donna Latief

Mrs Inti Subagio, Mrs Nur Asia Uno, Mrs Estherida Soeleiman and Mrs Miranti Serad

Mrs Kartini Basuki and Mrs Ayu Rosan

Mrs Any Tengker, Mrs Nina Ramschie and Mrs Dewi Abdi R

Mrs Oyop Bambang, Mrs Etty Djody, Mrs Christina Maria and Mrs Enny Soekamto Mrs Reggy Suriadjaya and Mrs Trihanurita Sudwikatmono

Mrs Liza Spencer and Mrs Ade K Syarfuan Mrs Cici Sulisto and Mrs Yasmin Wirjawan

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Mrs Trisni Ruslim, Mrs Sita Satar and Mrs Nita Hanafiah

Mrs Tuti Kresna

Mrs Febby Irawan

Mrs Dewi Soedarjo and Mrs Ita Arifin

Mrs Lolly Rawono and Mrs Lia Wibowo

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Splendid Celebration

Miranthy hakiM and Viena Mutia hold birthday lunCheon In celebration of their birthday, Mrs Miranthy Hakim and Mrs Viena Mutia invited a select group of friends to join them on their special day. Held at Monty’s restaurant, the birthday luncheon also saw the launch of the celebrants’ new clothing line entitled “Alula”.

Mrs Inneke Koesherawati and Mrs Ingrid Kansil

Mrs Miranthy Hakim and Mrs Viena Mutia

Mrs Vitri Gerrit, Mrs Angela Prisa, Mrs Danny Setiabudi and Mrs Vitha Rusdi

Mrs Nindy Harsono

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Mrs Priscilla PH and Mrs Dewi Ivo

Mrs Rahmah Umayya and Mrs Nadya Mulya

Mrs Ala Alatas Mrs Fatma Alatas and Mrs Mirsya Ramadhani

Mrs Nurhayati, Mrs Renny and Mrs Amelia Natadipura

Mrs Melissa Hakim

Mrs Margaret Vivi

indonesia tatler . august 2016 Mrs Ayu Mira and Mrs Ugek Danny

Mrs Ria Mutiara and Mrs Hilda Ruscono

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French Wine and Fine Dine Barton & Guestier hosts Gala Dinner

illipe Marion, Mr Tony Mr Carlos Varela, Mr Ph Lambert an Darmawi and Mr Jonath

Barton & Guestier hosted a gala dinner at Soehanna Hall in The Energy Building.

VIPs in attendance dined to the tunes of a live music performance, complemented by delicious wines from Barton & Guestier.

Mr Willy Suderes, Mr Adi Sukirman, Mr Ivan Putra, Mr Andi Garcia Mulyadi and Mr Ruddy Wahyudih

Mrs Lolo Tobing and Mr Ai Susmoyo

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Mr Yogie Golam and Mr Ferdi Idris Mr Alan Danuwidjaja and Mr Aldi Sofjan

Mrs Michelle Owen

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Chef Gilles Marx

Mrs Erlinna Suciayadi

Mr Sony Sim and Mrs Sarah Effendi Mr Johan Antlov and Mrs Elizha Chea

Mr Ramon Meyer and Mr Ed Tan

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Elegant Design DimEnsionE by Chi Wing Lo LaunChED

Madame Sabine Witschel and Mr Chi Wing Lo

Mr Yandi Prayudi, Ms Winny Kemalawati and Ms Mustikaningrum

Renowned furniture company Bika Living hosted a cocktail afternoon in conjunction with the launch of Dimensione, a furniture brand by Chinese architect and designer Chi Wing Lo. Held at Bika Living’s showroom, the launch also saw the Director of Bika Group Mrs Karina Cheung among the attendees.

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Mr Herman Hartono, Mrs Novi Ariwibowo and Mrs Karina Cheung

Mr Suwito Ong, Mrs Yuni Jie and Mr Roland Adam

Mrs Arini Subianto and Mrs Miranti A Sadono

Mrs Daisy and Mr Hayden Dane

Mr Tonny W Suriadjaya and Mr Cosmas Gozali

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Mr Alessandro Mischi, Mr Gianfranco Bianci and Mr Fabio Maroni

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A Night to Remember ChopARd thRows CoCktAil pARty Swiss luxury brand Chopard threw an intimate cocktail party in celebration of its first flagship boutique in Jakarta. Held at the Residence ONFIVE at the Grand Hyatt Jakarta hotel, the party drew a crowd of socialites and celebrities.

Mr Irwan D Mussry, Mrs Caroline Scheufele, Mrs Mia Egron and Mr Stephan Ritzmann

Mr Hamish Daud and Ms Nadine Chandrawinata

Mr Peter Wongso, Mrs Susana Abadi and Mr Samuel Wongso

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Mrs Titi DJ and Mrs Ruth Sahanaya

Mrs Louise Hsiao and Mrs Penny Wen

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Mrs Novi and Mr Ari Ariwibowo

Mrs Johanna Ng and Mrs Susanti Tio

Mr Takim and Mrs Sofia Sutanto

Mr Indra Bakrie and Mr Victor Sassoon Mr Tigor Siahaan

Mrs Deborah Iskandar, Mrs Linda Tan and Ms Calista Iskandar

Mr Sasha Kamdani and Mr Irwan Kamdani

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Long Live the Queen

British EmBassy cELEBratEs hEr majEsty’s Birthday

HE Juliet Maric and Madame Rachel Malik

The British Embassy in Jakarta hosted a reception party to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday at the Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta. The evening was attended by a throng of VIPs made up of dignitaries and other esteemed individuals.

HE Moazzam Malik conducted his welcoming speech in Indonesian which was truly impressive.

Mrs Andresca Saleh Husin, Mr Saleh Husin, HE Vincent Guerend and Madame Emmanuelle Guerend

HE Amil Kumar Nayar

HE Vittorio Sandalli and HE Federico Salas

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Mr Rizal Ramli and Mrs Maria Lukito HE Patrick Herman, Mr Hashim Djojohadikusumo and Madame Siobhum Herman

Ms Martha Nuttall and Mr Jay Singgih

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Mr and Mrs Dino Patti Djalal

Mr Rosan P Roeslani

HE Georg Witschel

Mrs Rusi Hancock and Mrs Lisa Mihardja

HE Judit Nemeth-Pach

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April Showers Bring May & June Flowers

Mrs Lisa Mihardja, Mrs Maudy Koesnaedy and Mrs Melsiana Tjahyadikarta

Centre: Mr Zakaria Ha mzah, Mrs Maudy Koesnaedi and Mrs An ita Asmaya Sanin pose with the models

MAy & June’S lAuncheS itS lAteSt collection

May & June held a fashion show at Senayan City, presenting its latest collection: The New Essentials, which was created in collaboration with Maudy Koesnaedi. VIP guests were the first to see the collection as models strutted down the red-carpet runway.

Mrs Yuni Tobing

Mrs Helen Bharwani, Mrs Fanny Susilo and Mrs Ester Santosa

Mrs Fitri Wahab

Mrs Meijanti, Mrs Fenny, Mrs Vikhastella and Mrs Djuliana Tandi

Mrs Andraweny, Mrs Lisa Andayani and Mrs Melany S

the Philippines The Ambassador of and the es with other dignitari e up tro e nc da renowned

Madame and HE Paskorn Siriyaphan Mr and Mrs Ms Lilis Haryanto Leonard Adikoesoemo

Ms Dhitta Puti Sarasvaty

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HE Ricardo Luis Bocalandro

HE Yvone Bauman and Mr Ruben Chirino

Mrs Elizabeth Wahyu and Mrs Delphine Darsono

Remarkable Reception

Mrs Rina Satar and Mr Emirsyah Satar Mr and Mrs Sutiyoso

Mr Krisnaraga Syarfuan and Mrs Ade Syarfuan

Ms Novi Ariwibowo

nAtionAl DAy oF the PhiliPPineS celeBRAteD In celebration of its National Day, the Embassy of the Philippines in Indonesia threw a celebratory cocktail reception featuring a dance performance by the acclaimed Ballet Philippines dance group at Ciputra Artpreneur. The evening was attended by many diplomats and friends of the embassy. indonesia tatler . august 2016

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Scarlet and Sleek Biyan holdS faShion Show

Mrs Chien Chien, Mrs L Shinta, Mrs Azza Dina Jamal and Mrs Anyat

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Mrs Eileen Widjaja, Mrs Lanny Sudharta, Mrs Maria Soedarsono, Mr Biyan Wanaatmadja and Mrs Christine Barki

Mrs Joy Roesma and Mrs Mila Ngadiman

Ms Indira Susno and Mrs Hera Susno

Mr Lorenzo Rudolf and Mrs Maria Elena Rudolf

Celebrated Indonesian fashion designer Biyan showcased his spring/summer 2017 women’s wear collection at The Dharmawangsa Jakarta. Guests saw 102 pieces from his stunning collection entitled “Benang Merah” and the event drew a slew of Jakarta’s fashion darlings.

Mrs Miana Sudwikatmono and Ms Clara Arabella

Ms Reisa Soedarsono, Mrs Citra Soedarsono and Mrs Syailendra Kawilarang

Mrs Magda Hutagalung

Mrs Titi Kanter, Mrs Inti Subagio, Mrs Ayu Rosan, Mrs Yasmin Wirjawan and Mrs Sheilla Airlangga

Mrs Hana Soewandy, Mrs Lia Wibowo, Mrs Solida Ramli, Mrs Dinda Hardianto, Mrs Nina Ramschie and Mrs Lolly Rawono

Mrs Sarah Zafria, Mrs Nur Asia Uno, Mrs Astri Wardhana and Mrs Widi Wardhana

Mrs Oyop Bambang

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Mrs Kartini Soegomo and Mrs Vashty Soegomo

Mr Harwendo Aditya and Mrs Sara Djojohadikusumo

Ms Maria Charlotte and Ms Tania Muljadi

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audiovisual Works of art

ya Soedarjo, Mr Tut De, Ms Van Mr Ricky Utomo, Mrs Putri a tos San ike ati and Ms Eun Ratulangie, Mrs Desy Setiaw

banG & OlufsEn OPEns a cOncEPt shOWrOOM In balI High-end audiovisual equipment manufacturer Bang & Olufsen has opened its first concept showroom in Bali. A grand opening celebration was held at its showroom in Seminyak.

Invited guests came in sharp white ensembles capped off with magnificent hair styles and hats.

Ms Leny Tanu and Mr Soren Kokholm Mr Anak Agung Masputra, Mr and Mrs Anak Agung Gede Pratista Ms Ayu Mirah, Mrs Yani Wiratha and Mrs Nieniek Hanoppo

Kansil, Mrs Khofifah Mrs Nurwahidah Saleh, Mrs Ingrid , Mr Lutfi Handayani anto Herm s Indarparawansa, Mr Agu and Mrs Vivi Sangaji

Mrs Listyana Gusman and Mrs Mooryati Soedibyo

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Mrs Sendy Yusuf and Mrs Ayu Rosan

Mr Irman Gusman

Mrs Nita Yudi

Mrs Lana Jong and Ms Era Soekamto

Ms Natalia Katopo, Ms Novaria Irianti, Ms Eunike Santosa, Mr Dicky Hutajulu and Mr Kicky Alexander

Great Minds

Mr Agus Muharram

IPEMI cElEbratEs fIrst annIvErsary

Mrs Melani Leimena Suharli

The Indonesian Muslims Businesswomen Association (IPEMI) celebrated its first anniversary at SME Tower. The evening also saw the chairwoman of the organisation, Mrs Ingrid Kansil, among the attendees.

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Mrs Junita Wangsadinata and Mr Wan Razly Abdullah

gourmet Fast-breaking

Mr Pandji P. Djajanegara, Mrs Lani Darmawan and Mr John Simon

haan and Mr Tigor Sia ur sy an M Ustadz

Fast-breaking with ciMb niaga at aMuz gourMet

Mrs Restiana Lingga Djaja, Mrs Megawati Sutanto, Mrs Vera Handajani and Mrs Rita Mas’Oen

Mr Slamet Sudijono, Mr Budiman Tanjung and Mr Tony Tardjo

President Director of CIMB Niaga, Tigor M. Siahaan, invited guests to join a session of fastbreaking at Amuz Gourmet restaurant at the Energy Building on Sudirman Road.

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Moroccan Majesty Five-course Fast-breaking dinner at keraton at the Plaza Mrs Ike Soelistio and Mrs Dian Van Laere

Ms Ria Juwita and Ms Era Soekamto

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Mrs Dahlia Sarjono, Mrs Evy Gazfan, Mrs Sita Satar and Mrs Dhanny Dahlan

Mrs Liza Remy, Mr and Mrs Bambang Rachmadi

Mrs Juliana Tandi

Mrs Andrea Risjad and Mrs Winda Siregar

Plaza Indonesia held a fastbreaking event at luxury hotel Keraton at the Plaza. Chef Gennaro Avagnale prepared the scrumptious five-course dinner set. Invited guests brought the venue to life in the most beautiful of dresses in a spectrum of colours.

After the meal, a trunk show was held by SEBASTIANred and Iwan Tirta, with jewellery from Damiani.

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Boundless Inspiration Grand Hyatt Jakarta celeBrates weddInGs at Its annual weddInG faIr This year’s Grand Hyatt Jakarta Wedding Fair celebrated the exquisite collections of Andreas Odang and Rusly Tjohnardi. The three-day event featured Odang, Tjohnardi and more than 30 vendors who provided an endless stream of inspiring ideas including cakes, décor, photography and gowns.

Mr Philippe Mauron, Ms Aditi Srivastava and Ms Haseena Bharata

Mr Sebastian Gunawan

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Ms Angela Arifin

Mr Andreas Odang

Mrs Dewi Alimansjah, Ms Astrid Amalia, Mr Troy Fridatama, Ms Heidy Zainuddin, Mrs Ekana Yulianti, Ms Gina Desmeralda and Mr Kicky Alexander

Mrs Lina Lin and Mr Emil Eriyanto

Mrs Atiqah Hasiholan and Mr Rio Dewanto

Ms Yana Ekasiwi

Mr Willy Wahyudi

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Dato’ Sri Prof Dr Tahir MBA and the Yunnan Delegates

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Mr Haris Chandra and Mr Henry Zaini

Friendly Meeting KIKT welcoMes Yunnan’s busIness delegaTes

Mr Pui Sudarta

Mr Soegiarto Adikoesoemo and Mr Paulus Utomo

Mr Hendrik Suhardiman and Mr Hasan Kosasih

Mr Halim Jusuf and Mr The Tje Min

Mr Suryawan Wijaya

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Mr HC Adjie Susanto

Kadin Indonesia China Committee (KIKT) held a gathering to welcome business delegates from the Chinese province of Yunnan. Held at Mayapada Tower 1, the meeting also saw Dato’ Sri Prof Dr Tahir MBA, who serves as KIKT’s committee chairman, among the crowd of dignitaries.

Mrs Irene Daghestani, Mr Omar F. Daghestani, Madame Amany Abu Taleb AL hadid and HE Walid AL Hadid

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JordanIan eMbassY holds celebraTIon ParTY The Embassy of Jordan in Indonesia hosted a reception party to celebrate the country’s National Day. Held at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski, a throng of dignitaries and other esteemed individuals attended the evening.

Madame and HE Nazmul Quauninei HE Moazzam Malik and Mrs Yenny Wahid

Madame and HE Tamerlan Garayev

Madame and HE Askhat T. Orazbay

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Madame and HE Ahmed Abdulla Mohammed Al Musalli

HE and Madame Ricardo Luis Bocalandro

HE Valiollah Mohammad and HE Mikhail Galuzin

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Love of Learning Mien R. Uno ceLebRates heR biRthday

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Mrs Mien R. Uno with her friends and family members

Ms Atheera, Mr Sandiaga Uno, Mrs Nur Asia Uno and Ms Amyra Uno

Mr Rajiv Uno and Mrs Mien R Uno

Mrs Rima Melati and Mrs Magda Hutagalung

Mrs Wanda Ponika and Mr Justin Doebele

In conjunction with her 75th birthday, Mrs Mien R. Uno hosted a birthday gathering that was followed by a talk show entitled “Menjadi Individu Hebat, Individu Mandiri”. Held at her residence, the evening also celebrated Mrs Uno’s 60 years of contribution to the country’s education sector and saw many of her close friends, made up of VIPs and other luminaries, among the crowd.

Mr Arief Rachman

Mrs Ayu Rosan

Mrs Lieke Rachmat and Mrs Meity B Subiyanto

Mr Edwin Soeryadjaya

Mrs Liestyana Gusman, Mrs Coreta Kapoyos, Mrs Rosa Djalal and Mrs Sendy Yusuf

Mrs Dewi Arfiani

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Mr and Mrs Indra Uno

Mr Arief Rachmat

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Mrs Trisni Ruslim

onlooker | faces The partners who made the event successful receive a flower bouquet

Bringing Sexy Bag A.D.M.J. returnS to JAkArtA in Style Japanese luxury bag brand A.D.M.J. has returned to Indonesia in spectacular fashion. Held at La Moda Plaza Indonesia, its fashion show drew a crowd of the city’s most influential fashion icons. While the dress code was defined only by the colour white, the crowd in attendance was nothing short of stunning.

Models presented the new bags down the runway as guests enjoyed tasty treats from La Moda’s kitchen.

Mrs Patricia and Mrs LIsa Mihardja

Mrs Vitri Gerrit and Mrs Vitha Rusdi Mrs Helen Bharwani, Mrs Lanny Widjaja and Mrs Melsiana Tjahyadikarta

Ms Raline Shah

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Mrs Aisuan Yeo, Mrs Linda B, Mrs Lina Lukmito and Mrs Meiline Tenardi

Ms Elvira Devinamira

Mrs Dewi Bicu

Ms Farah Quinn and Mrs Imon Wang

Mrs Didiet Tachril and Ms Rani Tachril

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Mr Yosef Sinudarsono and Mrs Sonia Wibisono

Mrs Isnatalya Jamien

Mrs Dewi Jade and Mrs Monique Rosmimi

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Art Stage Jakarta Reception held to celebRAte nAtionAl fiRSt The President and VicePresident of Art Stage Singapore, Mr Lorenzo and Mrs Maria-Elena Rudolf, hosted a special reception at the uber-chic speakeasy The Library to celebrate the upcoming launch of Art Stage Jakarta.

The exclusive party was attended by ambassadors, art collectors, and social VVIPs.

THE INSIDER

Mr Lorenzo Rudolf, HE Flavio S. D’Amico, Mrs Rosa Maria D’Amico and Mrs Maria-Elena Rudolf

HE Alfredo Toro Hardy, Mrs Gabriela Gaxiola de Toro, Mrs Sylvia de Melo and Mr Rafael de Melo

Mr Karan Tilani, Mr Ben Hampe, Mrs Emilija Georgieva and Mr Patrick Georgieva

Mr Martin Chio and Mr Gary Choa

Mrs Viviana Mejia, Mr Leo Silitonga and Mrs Megan

Ms Zen Teh, Ms Tay Ining, Ms Tan Peiling, Ms Sharifah Nasser and Ms Guo Yixiu

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Mrs MariePierre Mol

Mrs Emma Cherian and Mr Joseph Cherian

Mrs Melissa Toms and Mrs Phyllis Koh

Mrs Joy, Mrs Rachel Choe and Mr Kenneth Choe

Mr Adrian Chan

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Shining Starlet Actress and model Shalvynne Chang is always elegantly stunning on any occasion. She smartly couples simple accessories and a sweet smile with either sheer or leather materials in bright or classic colours to present a modern, fashionable look.

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Audemars Piguet is Shalvynne’s go-to statement watch that goes with any outfit and occassion

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LEXUS | tatler focus

King Conquerer

Lexus’s all-new LX 570 packs a powerful punch while still looking fit for royalty

All the material in this feature was supplied by Lexus

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he new LX 570 from Lexus is set to take the crown and claim its rightful place on the throne as the king of luxurious automobiles. The LX 570 comes with state-of-the-art features, a lush interior, and an engine that splashes 383 horsepower. So get ready for the ultimate driving experience. The launch of the LX 570 was held at the exquisite Lexus Gallery in Menteng and was attended by the most affluent members of the community.

Many guests in attendance are already owners of Lexus vehicles, exemplifying the quality of the brand.

The LX series has long been the market leader in the class of luxury SUVs and the all-new third generation LX 570 is no exception. The interior of the LX 570 is engineered for ultimate comfort. The cabin is adorned with soft genuine leather upholstery, a handsome wood trim and excellent fit-to-finish.

The exceptional wood trim is a result of Shimamoku ornamentation, which alternates dark and light layers of wood veneer. Long journeys and congested traffic have also become a lot more enjoyable: the interior of the LX 570 is fitted with the latest technology including a full-colour heads-up display on the windshield, which evokes images of the future. The largest monitor in its class thus far also provides the driver with ease of operation.

Meanwhile, the revamped exterior of the LX 570 is sure to turn heads. The large frame manages to stay sleek while not being too boxy. The brand-new, larger Lexus spindle grille and sleek new LED headlights create an imposing presence. Twenty-one inch

wheels complete the towering profile of the LX 570, as the largest in its class. Safety is another signature of Lexus’s design and manufacture. The frame of the LX 570 is built with a high-tensile steel chassis, making it a very rugged and durable vehicle.

With the LX 570, the transition from bustling metropolitan traffic to rough off-road terrains is effortless. From black-tie premieres to off-road vistas, the LX 570’s powerful 5.7 litre V8 engine will conquer them all.

Lexus will be taking part in the Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) held at ICE BSD, from August 11 to August 21, with a booth in Hall 5D. Contact Lexus Concierge Centre on + 62 21 390 9999 for more details. n

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g et d ow n on k ni t Knitwear as party-wear? The idea’s got us feeling all warm and fuzzy In an age of fashion where nigh on anything goes, it can be real tricky to find ways of poking one’s sartorial head above the parapet. To find ways of dressing that are more zut alors! than crashing bore. The answer? I say take your ribs and cables— hell, even Fair Isles— and splice those naughty knits into your sassiest of day and dance-wear. The key to success with this look, so deftly paraded on the runway at Miu Miu, is to inject the woolly wonder where least expected. Bit nippy at the gala dinner? Not this time buddy, I’ve got my chunky woollen scarf! What’s that under my minidress? Oh, just some long thick grey woollen socks pulled up to the knee. What of it? This look, after all, is more about the element of surprise than perfect temperature control and, honestly, nothing says party quite like some teeny tiny knitted knickerbockers.

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B*tch Better have my sunnies There’s something about putting on a pair of shades that makes you feel indescribably that little bit cooler. Well, now imagine putting on a pair of the new Dior shades by Rihanna— a.k.a. queen of bad girl cool—yeah, it feels pretty sweet

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Can there be anything more deliciously decadent than slipping out of the house in a chinoiserie silk dressing gown? Pyjama sets no longer cut it. Vive la robe!

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What do Danny Zuko, John McEnroe and Tony from The Soprano’s have in common?

Aside from their fiery tempers and great hair, they all have a soft spot for that most versatile of zippered cardigans.

And autumn, my friends, is going to be positively awash with these things! So whether you channel Björn Borg in Neil Barrett’s sporty versions, slink around in one of the altogether more flamboyant chinoiserie embroidered velvet numbers offered by Gucci or even perhaps feel man enough to tackle Burberry’s fully sequinned number, which just begs to dominate a dodgy disco dancefloor somewhere—wear it with rudeboy flair. Zipper up to the chin under a coat or down to expose a verging-on-inappropriate amount of chest hair...and preferably a chain. The truly badass brave the matching bottoms. If Kanye and Leonardo can tracksuit, so can you.

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Gucci

Whether athletic or apathetic, zip on a ’70s track jacket for a sure-fire win

Dare to wear

Ever feel like you’re not getting noticed?

Crave a parting of the waves when you enter a room? Behold! The peacocking shirt. Floral, striped or neon; it doesn’t matter. Just as long as it’s LOUD.

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Ah, the perils of men’s swimwear.

From the totally not okay “budgie smuggler” Speedo variety to those stylish but unoriginal Vilebrequins (and a whole host of too short, too tight and too sportswear-y numbers in between), bossing the beachwear situ can be fraught. But fear not. Mazu Swimwear founder Adam Raby is here to solve your bathing woes. “I saw a gap in the market for luxury, Asian-inspired men’s swimwear,” says Raby, whose collection of beautifully designed trunks pays homage to Hong Kong’s rich maritime history (Mazu is the name of the goddess of seafarers) by incorporating traditional colours and local motifs.

The brand also recently teamed up with the Hong Kong Dolphin Conservation Society to create a limited edition run of shorts featuring the region’s native pink dolphins, with a percentage of sales going towards helping save the dwindling pink dolphin population in the Pearl River Delta. Each pair of trunks comes with its own cotton canvas bag—handy for stashing ones sunglasses, phone and wallet—and the new season’s collection is now available in children’s sizes (for ages 3 to 10). Just think of all the father-and-son beach Insta-potential.

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c h a n g e w i t h t h e t i m e s Rethink long dungarees, playful prints and plush velvet. The trends of yesteryear make head-turning statements for autumn

Photography Chris Craymer Styling sarah Cobb

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ON THE EDGE Dress by Burberry; blouse and neckpiece by Mulberry; heels by Miu Miu; tights by Wolford

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VELVET UNDERGROUND Top and heels by Fendi; sweater by Jill Stuart; trousers by Céline; belt by Prada; earrings by Lanvin

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COOL CaT Top by CĂŠline; dress

by Dolce & Gabbana; belt by Jill Stuart; earrings by Chanel

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WIND SWEPT Top by Sonia Rykiel

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aLL OVER IT Overalls by 3.1 Phillip Lim; top by Lanvin; bracelet by Erickson Beamon; earrings by Louis Vuitton

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PURPLE PHaSE Sleeveless top and brooch by Chanel; blouse by 3.1 Phillip Lim; trousers by Lanvin; shoes by Altuzarra; socks by Wolford

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STYLE | spotlight

Renaissance Man

An eclectic design in its new collection and why Gucci’s reinvention

by Alessandro Michele is grabbing everyone’s attention right now.

Dewi Irma writes t’s august, and summer is almost over. This means that the seasonal heat is making ways for cooler fall breezes and that a new wardrobe welcoming the fall/winter season is here. But autumnal weather doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with your outfit, and looks for the fall and winter season are certainly not limited to greys and blacks—as Gucci’s newest collections proves.

Gearing up for colder months ahead, the Italian luxury fashion house recently presented its pre-fall and fall/winter 2016 collections, which are remixes of several elements all rolled together in a vibrant and wide range of colours. Indonesia Tatler had the

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privilege to attend the press preview event of the new collection in Taipei.

After the tenure of Tom Ford (1994-2004) and Frida Giannini (2006-2014), Gucci has a new Creative Director, Alessandro Michele (pronounced “Mi-ke-le”, not “Mishelle”). And since he took the helm, Gucci is a brand that’s been more energetic than we’ve seen in years.

Guided by Michele’s vision, Gucci’s designs are now more playful while still maintaining a sophisticated structure and composition.

The fall/winter 2016 collection, for instance, was themed “Rhizomatic Scores” (a rhizome is a type of root system that feeds on different elements), in reference to the philosophical theories of Deleuze and Guattari.

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which also focuses on a mixture of different influences from de Medici, 1970s sports, Renaissance bikers and 1980s Italian and French couture right through to Asian influences. Mixed together with street style and verve, the Gucci fall/winter 2016 collection takes fashion lovers on a voyage through time and space.

Michele believes that we don’t need to choose just one thing—we can choose multiple meanings, references and eras at the same time. And he sure loves to mix and match: the world of fashion is a playground for his creativity.

So this season, Michele took on Catherine de Medici, one of the most powerful women in Europe in the 16th Century, as his muse, letting her travel through time. It’s little

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A BEAUTY OF CHAOS Clockwise from top: Vibrant Fall Winter collection; head-to-toe turquoise look; glitter embroidered patchwork bags and heels

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PLAYFUL AND SOHPISTICATED From left: Pink outfit with Gucci GG Marmont bag; black panther sweater

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wonder, then, that we saw Renaissance elements in the collection. Michele himself has variously described the new collection as rock ’n’ roll renaissance, 1980s renaissance, street-style renaissance, bourgeois renaissance and chinoiserie renaissance. In short, a beauty of chaos.

Let’s nail down the concrete stuff: this collection comprises a lot of eclectic designs, with embellished looks, sequined skirts, tailored trouser suits, Chinese-style collar dresses, sweaters covered in quirky graphics, shiny brocade coats, flowery-embroidered jeans, sequined sheer dresses, capes and brightly coloured tights. The outerwear ranges from street-style bomber jackets and leathered pieces to luxurious furry coats in pink, orange or yellow. These are perfect ensembles to bring colour into the fall and winter months.

And for a hint of street, it’s fascinating that Gucci chose the band AC/DC , displaying its logo on the back of a typical couture dress.

The pre-fall 2016 collection also does the same thing, presenting a cheerful vibe. From flower-ruffle blazers, pleated gowns, printed pant suits, knitted sweaters, pussy-bow blouses, printed scarves, rainbow tulle skirts, leather dresses, to one-shoulder gowns, this is a collection that’s fun, youthful and energetic.

Another notable thing is Michele’s love for the animal world. He created several looks that are snake-centric, from a classic silk pleated dress with the unique embroidery of a few snakes, or a black lace gown with a sequined snake sliding across the chest.

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TOTAL REINVENTION From top: A cheerful vibe in the pre-fall collection; platform wedges and headpieces with veils

“Michele breathed much younger and more whimsical vibes into the brand.”

here and there in the form of parrots, tigers and black panthers.

One thing to remember: before he took the helm as Creative Director, Michele was Gucci’s Head Accessories Designer. So he did what he does best and gave the collection a bang with the perfect accessories. Jewellery from this collection included knuckle rings embellished with spiked pearls, embroidery pearl and crystal faux necklaces, multi-finger ring pearl bracelets, and kitten and pearl earrings.

For this season, Michele also showcased large, geeky, heavy-framed glasses in some looks. Almost all of the sunglasses were covered in sparkling gems, from square cats’-eye glasses with gold star studs, glittering glasses, to black eyewear studded with clear stones.

The Gucci fall/winter 2016 collection also presented a range of special items, such as headpieces with veils from the 1950s. Fedora hats, turbans, and exaggerated bowler hats also topped off several of the looks. All of these were paired with the unique shoes, such as sparkling and glittering disco sandals, shoes indonesia tatler . august 2016

with snakes crawling on the heels, and a new version of the iconic horsebit loafers.

There’s also a love of graffiti. Gucci collaborated with Trevor “Trouble” Andrew, a New York-based street artist also known for his branded alter ego GucciGhost, who presented drawings on some of the garments.

Michele also used the Gucci logo as redesigned

by GucciGhost in the collection, on a quilted leather bag with chain shoulder strap, a leather shopper customised, biker jackets, as well as on a pleated silk skirt and a plush coat.

This is fashion becoming art, quite literally.

When Michele moved into the spotlight back in January 2015, stepping up to replace a just-departed Frida Giannini, in the months that followed right up to now, he has continued to surprise everyone. His unusual style fascinates both the press and the market.

His total reinvention of the fashion house has also made him one of the most-talkedabout designers this season, and the world has witnessed a transition in Gucci. While the brand’s previous designs were all about slick tailoring and a mature vision, Michele breathed much younger and more whimsical vibes into the brand. But while this makeover has definitely freshened up the label, Michele has managed to make it classic Gucci, remaining true to the heritage of the brand.

With Michele’s creations, wearers can now be both high class and rock ‘n’ roll at the same time. Extremely quirky yet simultaneously glamorous, this is what we could call the brave new world of Gucci, leading us to look forward the next breakthrough of the brand.

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STYLE | JEWELLERY

Nirav Modi

Bulgari

Tiffany & Co

Cindy Chao

GorGeous Greens Emeralds are right at home set in masterpieces. These sensational pieces have Charlene Co green with envy Graff

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amous for its vivid green hue, the emerald is revered by jewellers and connoisseurs, and is among the most valuable of gemstones. Unrivalled when it comes to the intensity of its colour, the crème de la crème of beryls is perhaps the only gemstone where inclusions are tolerated. And those in immaculate condition, well, they’re destined for museums or masterpieces.

Bulgari’s Italian Extravaganza necklace, one of the key pieces of the Magnificent Inspirations high jewellery collection, is a prime example of a flawless emerald put to good use.

The necklace features an astounding 17-carat round emerald complemented by flawless diamonds and emeralds.

Designer Cindy Chao enriches her Four Seasons collection with a beautifully crafted floral bangle that highlights a cabochon emerald amid diamonds and tsavorites. Chao crafted this piece using a 360-degree gemsetting technique, which guarantees perfect pavé setting from all angles.

Graff, a brand known for its fondness for huge, flawless gemstones, impresses with its diamond-studded Secret Carved Emerald Watch, which features a 33.7-carat emerald carved with flowers. It took Graff ’s craftsmen more than 200 hours of work to mount, set and polish the diamonds in this remarkable secret watch.

Newcomer Nirav Modi from India, meanwhile, has chosen two perfectly cut Colombian emeralds from its trove of gemstones and transformed them into floral dangling earrings surrounded by diamonds.

Not to be outdone, Tiffany & Co has created a striking set comprising emerald and diamond drop earrings and an emerald-set ring in platinum. indonesia tatler . august 2016

up diana zhang close jewellery designer and innovation that blossomed across the country with the end of the Cultural revolution. it was in this environment that she developed a passion for the arts and making jewellery.

BaCKgrOUnd Born in northeast China, diana zhang moved to guangzhou with her family at a time when China was just beginning to open its doors to the world. as a teenager during this invigorating period, she was fascinated by the modernisation

wOrK eThiC Diana is a self-taught jeweller and drew on her natural talent, persistence and creativity to master the craft. she also happens to be a perfectionist, and personally selects and scrutinises every one of the gemstones and diamonds—including meleé stones—that go into her jewellery. it’s a painstaking

process that she takes very seriously, and a single piece of jewellery typically takes her between 10 months and two years to complete.

jewelled crafts From left: Diana Zhang; Orchid King hairpin

inTernaTiOnal sTage In 2013 at Baselworld, diana met the chief executive of renowned French antique house Martin du daffoy, Cyrille de Foucaud, who later travelled to hong Kong to visit her workshop. he recognised her remarkable talent and invited her to exhibit alongside Martin du daffoy at the 2014 Biennale des antiquaires in Paris. in doing so, diana became the first female jewellery designer to take part in the prestigious event.

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This spring-summer season, the Ruyi Collection by Mikimoto pairs its signature 7mm Akoya pearls and lovely 0.42ct pink sapphires in bezel settings.

A clasp shaped as the number 8, which symbolises luck in Chinese traditions, locks the 18ct white gold necklace. The clasp also transforms two necklaces into a stylish 32-inch-long chainnecklace for an alternative look.

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STYLE | watches

Game on A playful side to haute horology shows through in timepieces that indulge the child in all of us, writes Charlene Co

e all swoon over elegant, impeccably polished and extremely complex watches—and why not? This time, however, let’s examine some pieces whose primary purpose is to entertain. Take Christophe Claret’s Margot watch. This ultra-feminine timepiece features a game we all probably played at some point in our adolescence, or maybe even in our adult lives, “He loves me.

He loves me not.” With each press, a petal is tucked beneath the dial, and when all the petals disappear, the answer is revealed in French in beautiful calligraphy. With the Labyrinth watch by Hautlence, CEO Sandro Reginelli hoped to revive a game he often played as a child. As the time is displayed only when a button is pushed, the timepiece encourages the wearer to disconnect from the passing of the hours and to engage

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completely in the game. It’s in the dark that MB&F’s Black Badger shines—with the benefit of a composite called AGT Ultra that maintains a glow for 40 per cent longer than Superluminova. This truly cool watch is available in “radar” green, “phantom” blue and purple “reign.” Care for a game of poker?

Perrelet offers a timely proposition with the Turbine XL Poker. The watch conceals a winning hand revealed only when the titanium turbine spins at full speed and slowly displays your cards. No stranger to inventive designs, Urwerk does not disappoint with the UR-105 TA Clockwork Orange. The titanium piece features wandering satellites—each completing four 120-degree turns within an hour. For the ’80s child, Romain Jerome’s Super Mario Bros watch is a dream. Much to the delight of Nintendo fans, Romain Jerome stays faithful to the star, Mario, who is pixelperfect in his red shirt and blue overalls— exactly how he appeared in our boxed TVs.

game and watch Clockwise from top left: Christophe Claret’s Margot; Urwerk’s Clockwork Orange; Perrelet’s Turbine XL Poker; Hautlence’s Labyrinth; MB&F’s Black Badger; Romain Jerome’s Super Mario Bros watch

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up CHRIStopHe ClaRet close FoUNDeR aND Ceo oF CHRIStopHe ClaRet who commissioned him to produce minute repeaters. two years later he founded the Claret manufacture in la Chaux-deFonds, where he produces calibres for other brands and, increasingly, complications that carry his own name.

WATCHMAKING PRODIGY Drawn to the intricacies and inner workings of a movement while observing a watchmakerrestorer for the first time, Christophe Claret, then 14, knew he was destined to be a watchmaker. He enrolled at the Geneva Watchmaking School and, after graduating, furthered his knowledge under the tutelage of master watchmaker Roger Dubuis. In 1987 he attracted the attention of Ulysse Nardin founder Rolf Schnyder,

DESIGN PHILOSOPHY Claret adheres to the traditions of watchmaking, but uses these long tried and tested techniques to create exceptional and surprising timepieces. His watches are at the cutting edge of technology and innovation, often offering new interpretations of classic grand complications.

GAME MASTER at times playful and often spectacular, Claret’s creations are infused with the elements of discovery, discipline and intuition. Gaming complication

play it up From left: Christophe Claret; the Baccara watch; the Poker watch

watches are one of his areas of expertise, and among his more memorable pieces are the poker, an automaton watch where the wearer can immerse himself in an actual threeplayer game, and the Baccara, which features games of baccarat, roulette and dice.

liquid m e ta l A dressy AlternAtive to brAcelets, milAnese or mesh strAps embrAce the wrist beAutifully, giving fluidity to timepieces

Dior’s La D de Dior Satine

Breitling’s Transocean Chronograph Unitime

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Montblanc’s 1858 Automatic Small Second

Omega’s Seamaster Ploprof 1200M

Piaget’s Limelight Gala Milanese

Vacheron Constantin’s Patrimony Classique

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Style | spotlight

Space and Time

Louis Vuitton takes ‘Indonesia Tatler’ on a timeless journey through the marriage of art, travel and time that embodies the idea of nothingness ay back in 2001, Louis Vuitton unveiled a department with which the brand had not before been acquainted: watchmaking. The first Louis Vuitton watch was created and, with that, a meaningful name was brought into the world of timepieces: Tambour.

Since then, the distinctive design of this watch has given rise to a whole collection of timekeepers for both men and women. Simple Tambour models and complicated versions (GMT, Chronograph, Tourbillion, Spin Time and repetitions minutes) have all enabled the brand to remain true to its demanding standards in the quest for exceptional services as well as to maintain its name as an acclaimed watchmaker.

To extend and achieve these aims and more, Louis Vuitton brought together the finest craftsmen in the world. With its headquarters based in Paris, the timepieces themselves are carefully created in Geneva, Switzerland, in workshops whose name alone epitomises its spirit: La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton.

To celebrate this chapter in Louis Vuitton’s watchmaking history, the brand has created a workspace that is conducive to creativity. This workshop brings together all of Louis Vuitton’s principles when it comes to watchmaking, such as its respect for tradition, craftsmanship and innovation, and with that a heavenly marriage of travel and time is created. With this collaboration, Louis Vuitton has obtained the Poinçon de Genève certification, joining an inner circle of celebrated maisons.

The Poinçon de Genève is an independent

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institution regulated by the laws of the Geneva canton, which examines the manufacturing and finishing of all the components that go into the making of a watch. It has guaranteed the highest degree of craftsmanship and compliance with fine watchmaking standards since 1886. Sixteen months after establishing itself in Geneva, La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton shone even brighter after having achieved this distinction.

The Flying Tourbillon Poinçon de Genève watch is a major advancement for Louis Vuitton watchmaking, being the first timepiece to receive the certification.

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exceptional degree of transparency make this watch one of the brand’s masterpieces. The powerful impact of “nothingness” imposes its presence on this timepiece where the contemporary approach is combined with the highest degree of watchmaking quality.

The Poinçon de Genève states that the surface of each watch component must be decorated. Louis Vuitton fuels this with its modern vision while retaining the purity of the brand. The V of the tourbillon cage at 6 o’clock is entirely black polished and has a mirror-like shine. The case alternates between a mirror-like shine and a circular satin-brushed finish. The LV104 calibre was developed from scratch by La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton and the skeleton calibre appears to be suspended in mid-air by invisible forces, as if floating inside its 950 platinum case.

With lightness in mind, the dial is made of smoked sapphire, achieved by metalisation.

As the newest addition to the Louis Vuitton collections, the case is a combination of a circle and a square. Measuring 41mm in width and 43.7mm diagonally, it fits into no existing shape category. At just 9.1mm thick, the Flying Tourbillon Poinçon de Genève watch fits naturally on any wrist.

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What are your overall plans for the company during the rest of 2016?

Overall, we are keeping the momentum going. This year started great, and although the watch industry is slowing down, our first quarter saw growth of 15 per cent: better than last year’s fourth quarter. We do believe that the brand is in great shape and more new clients are coming in, so we have a lot to do.

Regarding Indonesia, I just had a talk with the team about what the market would need and the allocation. As a result, we are going to reallocate sales from another country to Indonesia, and when [the management team] leaves the country today, the question is how to explore this country’s qualitative potential.

Supply and Demand

Meeting ‘Indonesia Tatler’ amid his busy schedule, François-Henry Bennahmias, CEO of Audemars Piguet, explains the Swissbased luxury watchmaker’s philosophy of ‘fewer, bigger and better’ s ceo of Audemars Piguet, FrançoisHenry Bennahmias continues to develop strategies that both surprise and delight markets and buyers everywhere and which keep this historic brand growing and innovating. He was once an avid golfer, ranking number 25 in France; now Bennahmias has developed a bold drive for excellence in challenges and adventures that befits a high-quality, luxury watchmaker.

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One of your mottos is “fewer, bigger and better”.

Could you elaborate on its implementation in the company’s future plans?

Basically, we know that today we produce some 40,000 watches and we’re going to keep producing 40,000 for the next five years, no matter what. But we want to increase the actual demand to 45,000 or 50,000 pieces and yet still make 40,000. So, our goals are building the brand equity, perceived value and really sell the watches where they make the most sense. If business in a country goes down, we can take the watches away to dry out the market a little bit and move them to a market that’s booming—such as Indonesia.

That’s a qualitative example of “fewer, bigger and better”.

How’s progress in creating the upcoming new classical line and chronograph movement, as mentioned during SIHH 2016?

It’s done, but it’s going to come during SIHH 2018. Why? There are specific reasons for that, which include making our buyers wait in anticipation. And the new chronograph will also be there.

What should buyers look forward to from Audemars Piguet at SIHH 2017?

I can tell you that a Royal Oak Concept RD#2 will be presented at SIHH 2017; if you remember, the RD#1 Supersonnerie was presented during SIHH 2015. There will also be a women’s watch launched at the pre-SIHH event in Florence, Italy, on November 10, and I can guarantee you that the watch will rock.

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sleek, contemporary look to the iconic pen.

Here the managing director explains more about the collection and the brand’s presence throughout history.

Can you tell our readers about what you’re launching and what are the key highlights of the collection?

For our 110th anniversary, we are re-launching the Rouge et Noir collection, which was the first safety-fountain pen collection and launched in 1909. In accordance with our pioneering spirit—innovation, performance, high quality and fine craftsmanship—we are giving the original product a modern design while still keeping luxury in mind.

What can you share with watch and writing instrument collectors with regards to the link between Meisterstück writing instruments and the Meisterstück Heritage watch collection?

The watch we have here is from the Meisterstück Heritage collection that is inspired by the iconic Meisterstück writing instruments created in 1924. We have taken the values and traditions of the brand to design the new watch, because everything we do is linked to the past, with a touch of modernity to keep up with the times.

BOLD STROKES Anouar Guerraoui, SEA Managing Director of Montblanc

Indelible Mark During Montblanc’s 110th anniversary, Anouar Guerraoui, Southeast Asia Managing Director, tells us how the past, present and future are always connected in the Maison’s work

ontblanc’s iconic serpent clip is back and inspires the new anniversary collection of writing instruments, watches and leather products. The animal that symbolises life, rebirth, desire and fascination also brings a slimmer and longer silhouette to the pens and watches. The daring red also gives a indonesia tatler . august 2016

Is there really a future for the fountain pen?

Yes, the pens, especially fountain pens, will survive because, as of today, the sales to younger people are actually increasing.

The reason is very simple: a pen is used at important events and people use it to better record and remember their thoughts. Also, in regards to our pioneering spirit, we were the first to create luxurious stylus as a novelty item for the touch-screen user.

How do you view the prospects for the Indonesian market? What are Montblanc’s plans for Indonesia?

In Indonesia we already have a long history and very good presence with six boutiques, which is more than any other luxury brand’s stores. The market is very dynamic and in the next few years we are looking forward to new developments due to more people, the younger generation included, buying luxury goods in Indonesia. Those in the upper middle class will also start buying, resulting in retail developments to market our products: leather, watches and writing instruments included.

More information about Rouge et Noir and other products can be found on www. montblanc.com, while Montblanc boutiques are located at major shopping venues.

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The BB Cushion Anti-Ageing compact by Laneige, the first brand to introduce cushion technology, offers maximum sun protection at SPF50+ PA+++ Belif’s Moisture Bomb Cushion SPF50+ is formulated with comfrey leaf and keeps the skin moisturised for up to 26 hours

Givenchy’s Teint Couture Cushion provides a light, even and colour-corrected complexion with a glowing finish

W O L L I P TA L K From feather-light finishes to sun protection, the latest cushion foundations have everything we love about BB and CC creams in portable compacts for women on the go

YSL Beauté’s first cushion foundation, Le Cushion Encre de Peau, gives a longlasting, shine-free finish

Dior’s Bloom Perfect Brightening Perfect Moist Cushion is enriched with natural active ingredients for luminous skin

Cushion How-Tos:

1. Layering a silky serum under your cushion foundation will provide a translucent radiance without too much shine.

2. For a natural look, use soft strokes, gliding your puff from the centre of your face, sweeping outwards and upwards.

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Sulwhasoo Perfecting Cushion Brightening creates radiant skin and provides instant glow all day with just one dab

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Filmstar Bronze & Glow by Charlotte Tilbury, available at Net-a-Porter

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Warm Glow Natural Bronzer in Copper Glow by Burberry

Michael Kors SS16

Sunkissed Gold Eye Palette by Bobbi Brown

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Whether a sun worshipper looking to enhance your natural glow or a shade addict who’d rather fake it entirely, it’s time to embrace bronze. Aside from brushing across cheeks, noses, brows and chins, bronze is also a universally flattering colour swept across lids—try the excellent metallic creams from Tom Ford and Charlotte Tilbury, or the delightful new palette from shimmer specialists Bobbi Brown. Those who prefer to maintain an alabaster complexion should try a translucent bronze lip or a slick of shimmer on the cheekbones.

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My Beauty Picks

s u k i wat e r h o u s e The epitome of Brit-girl cool, with her effortless bohemian waves and fresh-faced look, the model and muse of Burberry make-up shares her top tips for keeping your skin in its prime and prepped for the music festival circuit

What’s your daily beauty regime?

Cleanse, Vitamin C serum and twice-a-week retinol at night.

In my bag What beauty secret would you tell your 16-year-old self?

Stop being lazy and learn to tweeze those eyebrows.

Burberry Fresh Glow Luminous Fluid Base and Burberry Kisses Lip Colours are my absolute handbag essentials.

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What is your go-to party look and why?

I love pale pink and mocha shades; they suit any amazing party outfit.

What is a beauty trick you’ve only recently learned?

Contouring—in particular around the eye socket to make my eyes pop.

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Whose make-up do you most admire?

Rihanna’s, because she’s not afraid to experiment.

Burberry Kisses Lip Colour No 525 Coral Red

What one thing do you always take to a festival?

Always carry a pot of honey in your pocket for when you need a sugar boost.

What are your top festival beauty products?

Fresh Glow Luminous Fluid Base, Burberry Kisses, Papaw Ointment, and Fresh Glow BB Cream because it moisturises, protects and illuminates.

What’s your favourite lipstick shade?

Burberry Kisses in No 517— a really bright and fun shade that makes my lips pop.

“i like to let my skin breathe or just pop on a little bit of bb Cream. if i’m going out in the day, i’ll take lipstiCk and use it as both a lipstiCk and a blush”

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CARTIER | tatler focus

Hypnotic Beauty Cartier mesmerises with its latest line of watches for women

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n one stylish and disciplined stroke, Cartier has created a new classic: “The Hypnose” is a jewellery watch that is able to finely balance both sophisticated evening wear and exquisite day wear with its strong aesthetic appeal that manifests in the form and power of an illusion inspired by its lines.

The Hypnose line features a flattened oval case, unlike the original “Baignoire”. The case is pavé-set with diamonds. The case is further accentuated by an outer oval element, set with graduating diamonds. The pair of oval cases creates an

illusion of concentric circles, with the black lacquer filling the hollow between the two cases, combined with the luminosity of the brilliant diamonds bring about a sense of savoir-faire.

The oval Cartier case was originally designed in 1912 by Louis Cartier. The first production oval-form watch was put into production in 1956. Known as the “Baignoire”, its distinct design was immediately recognised by the bulbous nature of the bezel. Paired with an oval-linked bracelet, and a concealed crown, it quickly became the quintessential women’s watch. Cartier is a company full of heritage, so it is no surprise that the Hypnose line harks back to such a classic design.

The Hypnose series comes in three different versions. The first version, dubbed “high jewellery”, comes with a diamond-set dial and bracelet. The second version comes with diamond-set dial and alligator skin strap. These two versions feature the black lacquer in between the two ovals, giving even more depth to the illusion. The last version comes with a silver dial and Roman numerals that have become characteristic of Cartier. All three versions are available in 18-carat white or pink gold, and comes in both small and large models. The Hypnose watches run on quartz movement, thus eliminating the need for a crown. n

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In Good Hands

Indonesia, under President Joko Widodo and his cabinet’s ministers, once again looks out to the sea that borders the archipelago. Upholding maritime sovereignty with a tougher approach is the main programme, while at the same time building economic independence, especially in the eastern areas, as well as boosting tourism, which is a vital sector for growth.

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Follow the Leader

A better future for Indonesia, as championed by three city leaders, who try to connect and understand their people, is starting to emerge. Good results are coming from combining decent standards of living with modern approaches in tackling myriad issues such as city resettlement, environmental sustainability and tourism infrastructure development.

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In Good Hands Under President Jokowi’s and his cabinet’s guidance, Indonesia’s vast equatorial archipelago of more than 17,000 islands is at the dawn of a new age of sovereignty, economic independence and tourism development. Olly G. Santosa writes

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On June 23, President JOkO “Jokowi” Widodo visited the natuna islands and held a limited cabinet meeting on board the Imam Bonjol, the 793-tonne ship that had clashed with a Chinese fishing vessel just the previous week. in the warship’s guest book, the president jotted down a short message: “Jaga … Pertahankan nkri!!!”. simply translated, this means: “Guard … defend the unitary state of the republic of indonesia!!!”

THE LEADER President Joko Widodo and Vice President Jusuf Kalla lead a closed meeting at the presidential office

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The visit sent a strong signal to the world that the Natuna Islands, including the surrounding waters, are part of Indonesia’s territory—a clear message on efforts to protect the country’s sovereignty over the area, which lies on the southern edge of the South China Sea. “The Natuna Islands are part of Indonesia’s sovereignty and that is final,” said Cabinet Secretary Pramono Anung.

Upholding sovereignty over the vast archipelago is one of the main programmes of Jokowi’s cabinet. At the on-location cabinet meeting, the president discussed the improvement of the Natuna Islands’ fisheries industry and the development of the oil and gas sectors there. Thousands of fishing boats from Java will be relocated to the Natunas, and there are currently some 12 oil and gas corporations operating in the area, which is in the internationally recognised exclusive

economic zone of Indonesia.

Since taking office in October 2014, President Jokowi has vowed to toughen Indonesia’s approach to the country’s sovereignty as part of his broader vision of turning Indonesia into a global maritime fulcrum between the Indian and Pacific Oceans.

As regards illegal fishing, the administration can no longer tolerate a situation in which more than 5,000 ships from neighbouring countries, as well as China, have operated illegally in its waters every day, making a mockery of Indonesia’s sovereignty and resulting in annual losses of more than US$20 billion.

When President Jokowi came into power, hundreds illegal fishing vessels were sunk and illegal fishing fell by 80 per cent. Then, on March 7, authorities bombed the Nigeriaflagged Viking, the last major ship wanted internationally because of its years spent illegally fishing toothfish from southern waters.

“This is to serve as a deterrent to others,” Minister of Fisheries Susi Pudjiastuti said.

This maritime strategy means Indonesia will pursue its national interests and thus enhance prosperity for the people. On April 5, President Jokowi visited Papua to inaugurate a number of infrastructure projects. It was his fourth visit in two years to the easternmost province that shares its border with Papua New Guinea, and he started his rounds with the inauguration of the Port of Wasior in Wondamba Bay, West Papua.

In his speech then, President Jokowi stressed the importance of constructing such a port. “[It] is essential for equitable development. Furthermore, the port will help suppress the prices of goods in Papua.” As of now, there are 27 seaports ready to operate by the end of this year, while another 68 are in progress—not only in Papua, but also in the Moluccas, East Nusa Tenggara and Celebes.

The new ports are also part of the government’s sea toll-road and shipping programme that connects Jakarta’s and Surabaya’s ports to other major seaports.

Three freighters currently ply three routes as part of the programme, transporting cargo between the two largest ports in Java and a dozen ports in Papua, the Moluccas, Celebes and the Riau Islands. There will be six routes next year with subsidised passenger tickets to boost travel. The moves will enhance economic growth and lessen price disparity between the regions. indonesia tatler . august 2016

GREETING HIS PEOPLE President Joko Widodo and the First Lady Iriana Joko Widodo visit a location for free groceries distribution at the Tanah Abang area, Jakarta

In addition, 10 new tourist destinations are to be developed. The government has acknowledged tourism as a vital sector for growth and has set it as a main priority for the country’s economic and national development.

On January 1, President Jokowi, dressed in a simple sarong and tunic, witnessed the first sunrise of 2016 at the Waiwo Beach dock in Raja Ampat, West Papua.

Admiring the stunning beauty of the world’s foremost epicentre of marine biodiversity, the president expressed his desire for more tourists to come to Indonesia. “We have 10 new tourist destinations,” said Jokowi. “I am sure that we can attract 20 million tourists per year in the three to four years to come.”

A number of actions have been taken to boost the industry. As of March 21, travellers from 169 countries are now entitled to receive a 30-day free visa upon arrival thanks to a new law signed by President Jokowi on March 2.

Tourist arrivals reached 10.41 million in 2015, an impressive number compared with 9.4 million in 2014. Meanwhile, foreign exchange earned from tourism in 2014 was some Rp 155 trillion, equivalent to 4 per cent of the GDP, making the industry rank only fourth behind indonesia tatler . august 2016

oil and gas, coal and palm oil.

“The government is boosting the tourism sector because it increases job opportunities,” said Rizal Ramli, Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs. “With an increase of inbound tourists to 20 million and foreign exchange earned rising to US$20 billion, jobs in the industry could increase from 3 million to 7 million.”

The 22 months he’s been in power have been crucial in President Jokowi and his cabinet simply “getting the job done”. But there remains more to do. The ambitious scheme to increase an additional 35,000 megawatts of electricity capacity by 2019 has hit a couple of snags. On June 2, on a field trip to West Kalimantan, President Jokowi discovered a huge but decrepit mobile power due to neglect for eight years.

“This kind of problem has to be solved right away,” said the president. And he underlined his point with his trademark honesty: “It has, after all, guzzled a huge budget of Rp. 1.5 trillion!” Safe to say that in his hands and with his vision, Indonesia looks set to become more efficient, more attractive and more economically advanced.

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Follow the leader The mark of an exemplary leader lies in the legacy he or she leaves behind.

Indonesia’s current leaders are blazing a trail and pursuing proactive policies that will shape the lives of generations to come.

Kevin Sjahrial writes

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POWER DUO Monica Hendrayanta and Michelle Hendrayanta in Ikat Indonesia by Didiet Maulana

Basuki Tjahaja Purnama

Incorruptible. Fearless. Outspoken. These are just some of the words that incumbent Jakarta Governor Basuki Tjahaja Purnama has been associated with.

Even his opposition can’t deny the truth in these words. More intimately known as Ahok, Jakarta’s governor is as efficient as he is straightforward.

During his thus-far short tenure as governor of Jakarta, he has already done more than any of his predecessors. He has resettled slum-dwellers into low-cost apartments while cleaning out waterways and drains, greatly reducing Jakarta’s annual flooding. He has improved traffic tremendously by resettling street vendors and illegal mass parking into corresponding buildings. And under his leadership, Jakarta also has seen its slums turned into green open spaces comprising parks and recreational spaces. Taman Waduk Pluit is one such transformation: this area went from a dumping ground for the surrounding slums to a green area complete with sports and exercise facilities.

Most importantly, Ahok has cultivated a reputation for being an avid advocate of clean governance. The city’s administration now operates with much more transparency. A newly implemented e-budgeting system tracks budget allocations and guards against any dubious changes. Despite his unorthodox ways, one cannot help but notice the positive direction that Jakarta is moving in. While it is still early days, Jakarta’s future looks a lot brighter with Ahok leading the way. indonesia tatler . august 2016

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Ganjar Pranowo

Dubbed the “Twitter Governor” for his constant presence on Indonesia’s thriving social media, it’s no wonder that Ganjar Pranowo is one of the nation’s most popular politicians. His down-to-earth attitude and willingness to communicate directly with the people are certainly plus points. Ganjar faces Central Java’s various problems with the positive attitude that any issue can be solved as long as it has the cooperation of the people. He also recently declared 2016 to be the year that would see the development of Central Java’s tourism infrastructure and the year to make a push for its identity as a prime tourist destination. On his part, he has personally promoted the region on a work trip to the Netherlands, creating specific packages for various spots—even those off the beaten tourist track.

Ganjar singlehandedly brought to life Central Java’s botanical gardens— Baturaden Botanical Garden had been in a state of neglect for 14 years before Ganjar intervened.

The Karimunjawa archipelago is also getting upgrades in the form of running electricity and a bigger port to allow the docking of bigger ships. A leader with such integrity, competence, and the ability to bring people together is exactly the leader that Indonesia needs right now.

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ridwan kamil

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On the surface, architect and urban planner Ridwan Kamil may not seem like an instinctive choice for mayor of this vast city. But his 17 years of experience in the field of architecture together with his reform-minded vision led him to a landslide victory, winning 45 per cent of the vote. His vision for Bandung is grand, involving transforming it into a “smart city” in which the city’s assets are managed by integrated information and communication technology.

Ridwan intends to make use of existing mobile technology to simplify bureaucracy and improve public services. In this smart Bandung of the future, mobile connectivity will give citizens access to various kinds of information and the ability to perform administrative tasks. Kang Emil, as he is more commonly known, is also looking to turn Bandung into a more livable and environmentally conscious city.

He is one of the few Indonesian mayors who has strongly emphasised the importance of environmental sustainability, and he pioneered the “Indonesia Berkebun” programme, which promotes turning unused urban land into agricultural spaces for the community. This programme has now been implemented in more than 30 cities across Indonesia.

In addition to all his work on the environment, Ridwan has also set up a local anti-graft committee.

This committee has been given special access to perform regular checks on suspected agencies.

Handling so many issues at one go is certainly no easy task, but if there is one mayor capable of doing it, it definitely would be Kang Emil.

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Kaum and Get It A passionate team of cultural entrepreneurs is redefining what it means to eat, drink and live like an Indonesian—in Sai Ying Pun. Ronald Akili introduces Charmaine Mok to Potato Head and its celebration of his island nation

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n a time when dining trends are dictated by how intricately a chef can plate his microgreens and edible flowers, there is a certain charm to the rusticity of a simple plate of rendang—a rich elixir of coconut milk and spices enveloping meat and vegetables—unfussily garnished yet proudly presented. The version we try comes with a flutter of purple sweet potato crisps, a drizzle of ivory coconut cream and a tangle of red chilli and fried shallots. We knock elbows with our fellow diners, each desperate for another helping of the tender beef and red beans, which have soaked up the flavours of ginger, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, turmeric leaves and ground red chillies—the thick sauce a product of at least eight hours of slow cooking to achieve its sultry complexity.

Rendang daging sapi is one of the standout dishes of the newly opened Kaum restaurant at Potato Head Hong Kong, and the ritual of eating it is an ideal way to start exploring the philosophy behind this ambitiously multifaceted lifestyle project by PTT Family, headed by Indonesian entrepreneurs Ronald Akili and Jason Gunawan. The duo started their business seven years ago in Jakarta with the original Potato Head, a casual restaurant serving comfort food and killer cocktails, and have since created several of the region’s hottest destinations—most famously the Potato Head Beach Club at Seminyak, Bali, and Potato Head Folk in Singapore’s Keong Saik district, where international hipsters mingle with Chinatown denizens. At the heart of this budding empire, though, is a yearning to capture and disseminate the richness and diversity of Indonesian culture and cuisine while presenting it through the eyes of the global citizen.

Ronald, who is of Chinese and Indonesian heritage (his father’s side hails from northern Sulawesi), explains that the Hong Kong project has been an opportunity for him to continue learning about his own culture through creating a microcosm of Indonesia via its food, drink, design and architecture. Ronald spent 13 years at school and university in Hawaii, graduating with a master’s degree in entrepreneurial studies, before returning to his hometown of Jakarta in his early-twenties to do an internship with a property developer.

After a year, Ronald started his own residential project, Tanah Teduh, with acclaimed architect Andra Matin and nine other leading Indonesian designers, who instilled in him an appreciation for local materials and sustainable design. “When I went back to Indonesia, I realised how rich and unique our culture was,” he recalls. Indeed, just two years after embarking on the project, Ronald decided to launch the first Potato Head in Jakarta’s Pacific Place; Tanah Teduh was completed in 2012. indonesia tatler . august 2016

WALL TO WALL One of the design highlights at Potato Head is the use of traditional Torajan wood carving

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This curiousity about Indonesian culture and aesthetics is clear in his Hong Kong project, opened in collaboration with Yenn Wong’s Jia Group (which provided the premises, a multistorey former kindergarten on Third Street, Sai Ying Pun) and with interior design by Sou Fujimoto. It’s easy to clock the acclaimed Japanese architect’s signature geometric style, with stacked square frames creating individual spaces for the I Love You So Coffee bar that greets guests upon entry to Potato Head, or Canaan, a lifestyle boutique peddling Indonesian crafts and clothing. But move further into the space, where the all-day cafe and bar blends into Kaum, the restaurant, and you begin to see the intricate detailing of the ceiling panels that represents the artistry of the Torajans, an ethnic group from South Sulawesi known for their abstract wood carvings. Here, dishes such as that extraordinary rendang are served, thanks to the work of chef Antoine Audran

and champion of Indonesian cuisine Lisa Virgiano, who have collaborated on a culinary programme that highlights traditions from at least five of Indonesia’s major islands.

“It’s so underrated,” Ronald says of the cuisine. “We have at least 600 different tribes in Indonesia and every single one has different ingredients and techniques. There are dishes that even I’m not familiar with, because they come from different tribes that I’ve never been exposed to. We have so much potential to offer, and here we are given the opportunity to put our cuisine on the global map.”

Adds Lisa, “The public tends to misunderstand Indonesian cuisine as only street food or Javanese-centric, when Indonesia consists of more than 17,000 islands with diverse ethnicities, cultures and sublanguages. From Aceh in Sumatra to Papua in the east, there are amazing techniques for cooking, preserving and highlighting the harmony of nature though local ingredients and Indonesian flavours.”

You’ll find familiar Indonesian dishes that have pervaded kitchens around the globe, such as gado gado and sate, but Kaum’s chefs will also be highlighting esoteric ingredients such as field mushrooms exclusively found on Bangka Island off Sumatra, or rice harvested by a small producer in Kalimantan, Borneo. Rare Andaliman wild pepper from North Sumatra adds its citrussy tinge (much like Sichuan pepper) to wok-fried noodles, highlighting the Chinese influence in the cuisine. To fire the

SAI YING PUN SANCTUARY From left: The all-day cafe and bar is a place to wind down and enjoy coffee and quirky cocktails; Ronald Akili

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SPICE UP YOUR LIFE Four distinctive sambals are offered at Kaum, each adding their own character to the food

palate even more, four distinctive sambals are offered: ikan asar bakar (salted fish with red chilli), matah (shallot, lemongrass, torch ginger, red chilli and coconut oil), kluwek (roasted black nut and chilli) and rica rica (lemongrass, ginger, red chilli and fresh lime).

Over 18 months, Antoine and Lisa have been researching the unique food cultures of Indonesian tribes (indeed, kaum means tribe in Bahasa Indonesia), bringing back with them forgotten techniques such as bamboo grilling and various applications of fermentation. The former technique from Toraja lends a thrilling smokiness to pa’piong ayam, free-range indonesia tatler . august 2016

chicken marinated in Sulawesi spices, grated coconut and sweet potato leaves, which is wrapped in banana leaf before being stuffed into the hollow of bamboo and grilled.

Ronald plans to open more branches of Kaum, starting with Bali later this summer.

It’s a symbolic move for the young Indonesian, who stays connected to his culture even when building an international empire.

“We’re all global citizens. We’re exposed to many different cultures and are constantly travelling,” he says. “But we also have our own traditions that we’re proud of, and we always want to bring that back to the forefront.”

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from rio with love Clockwise from top left: Christ the Redeemer; the colours of Rio; surfing is a popular pastime; Ipanema Beach; Candelåria Church, Rio’s vibrant nightlife; Copacabana Palace

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As the Olympic carnival sweeps into Rio de Janeiro, Claire Rigby takes us on a whirlwind tour of the hottest restaurants, best hotels and must-see attractions of the bustling Brazilian metropolis, rightly known as the Cidade Maravilhosa, or marvellous city

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8am

Start the day in a dazzlingly Rio way— stroll to the beach for a dip. Settle on the golden sand and soak up views of the island-dotted ocean as the cariocas, Rio’s fortunate residents, come to life.

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Slip on some comfortable shoes and take a cab downtown to Praça Mauá in the revamped Porto Maravilha district, where a fabulous collection of Brazilian and international art awaits at the Rio Art Museum (MAR). On the other side of the square, jutting dramatically into Guanabara Bay, is Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava’s landmark Museum of Tomorrow. Its fascinating exhibits and interactive displays pose questions on the themes of Cosmos, Earth, Anthropocene, Tomorrows, and Us.

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Grab another cab and head to the neoclassical Banco do Brasil Cultural Centre (CCBB), which recalls the history of Rio during its time as the nation’s capital from 1763 until 1960, when the modernist new city of Brasília took the mantle. From there it’s an easy walk to Candelária Church, a baroque 1775 structure much in demand for the weddings of Rio’s great and good.

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A 20-minute cab trip will get you to Sugarloaf Mountain, the perfect spot for lunch. Ask the driver to drop you at the cable car and ride up to Cota 200, the stunning new restaurant on the first of the mountain’s two peaks. Be sure to make a reservation, which will allow you to breeze past the queue for the cable car. At Cota 200, ceilings soar over a cool, elegant, white space, and the topnotch menu features generous serves of dishes such as sun-cured grilled steak (picanha de sol) and duck magret with jabuticaba, a deep purple, berry-like fruit.

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Once sated, head over to the helipad and take one of Helisight’s panoramic flights.

These range from a six-minute whirl along the beaches up to a 60-minute extravaganza that takes in the whole city and crosses the bay to Niteroi to admire Oscar Niemeyer’s UFO-like MAC museum. There’s no better way to understand this gorgeous, voluptuous city than from the air.

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Take the cable car back down and a short cab ride to Urca, one of Rio’s best-kept secrets. Nestled in a bay below Sugarloaf Mountain, the district is a haven of 1920s architecture with a quiet, cosy charm.

Best of all is Bar Urca, a traditional bar and restaurant facing the waterfront.

Cariocas sit on the seawall here to soak up the sunset, slipping across the road for bottles of beer from the simple bar.

Take your time and relax. Order a shrimp pie or two as well. The old-fashioned restaurant upstairs turns out superb, classic seafood dishes too.

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With a reservation made well ahead— we’re talking days rather than hours—it’s off to Oro, the newest and brightest jewel in Rio’s gastronomic crown.

Owned and run by chef Felipe Bronze, Oro started life elsewhere in the city but closed in mid-2015, with the new incarnation opening in April this year.

From the molecular wonders of the original Oro, Bronze has developed a new, grill-based menu that’s just as sophisticated, but celebrates smoke, fire and glowing embers. Choose the full “Creativity” tasting menu and enjoy the stunning surroundings.

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Round off the day with cocktails in the urban-industrial setting of the bar Usina 47, just four blocks from Oro—or rev up for a long night out (Usina 47 has a spacious bar and dancefloor upstairs). sun daze From top: the museum of Tomorrow is an architectural showstopper; Ipanema Beach; Cota 200 on the first peak of sugarloaf mountain is a dreamy lunch spot

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creative living a 1920s mansion, which now houses the school of Visual arts, sits in the heart of Parque Lage

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Where to Stay Don’t go past these resplendent retreats Belmond Copacabana palace

You can’t beat the grande dame, the face of Rio glamour since it was inaugurated in 1923. Don’t be deceived by the old-fashioned facade; there’s nothing out of date about the service or facilities. With a new Asian fusion restaurant, Mee, joining the classic Cipriani, the hotel is a magnet for those in search of the best Rio has to offer.

The large, deeply luxurious suites are a marvel, as is the matchless breakfast.

But the special sauce in the Hyatt’s recipe is the utterly charming, superbly trained staff. The hotel is in Barra da Tijuca, the district that hosts most of the Olympic venues, and there are endless soft sandy beaches nearby.

life’s a Beach Left: Palm trees provide shade on Copacabana.

Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Puro serves creative twists on classic Brazilian dishes; the Banco do Brasil Cultural Centre is at the heart of historic Rio; Christ the Redeemer; one of Puro’s zingy cocktails; Casa momus opened after a two-year renovation; ball games are popular on Ipanema Beach

Hotel Fasano

As sleek and streamlined as the Copa is expansive and baroque, the Fasano brings luxury to the Ipanema beachfront. The rooms are smallish but well designed, with lavish details and views to die for. The panorama from the roof terrace takes in the Two Brothers peaks and Christ the Redeemer, making sunset cocktails very special indeed.

Santa Teresa Hotel

The Santa Teresa Hotel RJ MGallery

by Sofitel cultivates an exclusive, mysterious air from the outside, but it’s warm and comfortable on the inside. Its superb restaurant, Térèze, serves Pablo Ferreyra’s outstanding dishes, such as sparklingly fresh lobster and exquisite lamb chops, in an utterly romantic setting.

Vila Santa Teresa

This incredible boutique hotel high in the hills has what may be the best views of any hotel in Rio—the city, the bay, the ocean, the mountains—from its lovely pool deck and its luxurious, faultlessly designed rooms. Elegant, restrained luxury reigns in the 1970s mansion, which is set on an immense, leafy estate.

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Rio’s magnificent Botanical Garden at the foot of Corcovado, the mountain from which Christ the Redeemer presides, is a great spot for a peaceful start to the day. The visual treats include a grand avenue of imperial palms, a sensory garden, the ruins of the old gunpowder works, and an orchid house featuring more than 700 species. The streets of the surrounding upmarket Jardim Botânico neighbourhood are rich with vegetation too and harbour some of the city’s best restaurants and cafes.

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Nearby is the stunningly green and shady Parque Lage, which is home to a picturesque 1920s mansion that houses the School of Visual Arts, the alma mater of Beatriz Milhazes, among other notable Brazilian artists. After a turn around the

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park, enjoy a coffee on the mansion’s beautiful terrace.

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One of the gastronomic stars putting Jardim Botânico firmly on the map, both locally and internationally, is Puro, where chef-proprietor Pedro Siqueira serves creative, delicious twists on classic Brazilian dishes with sweet simplicity and unbeatable produce.

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With lunch out of the way, it’s time to head off to another leafy neighbourhood nearby, Gávea, and one of the city’s loveliest art institutions, Instituto Moreira Salles, which has an outstanding reputation for fine art photography. The 1951 mansion epitomises Brazil’s world-famous slant on modernism, with its smooth lines and white curves accentuated by lush tropical gardens created by landscape maestro Roberto Burle Marx. If you only visit one cultural space in Rio, this would be an excellent choice. indonesia tatler . august 2016

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A short taxi ride from Instituto Moreira Salles is Silvia Cintra + Box 4, an elegant white cube space that shows work by young contemporary artists such as Cinthia Marcelle and Chiara Banfi, as well as established figures like Amilcar de Castro and Nelson Leirner. A short stroll away is Anita Schwartz Art Gallery. The building itself, a tall concrete confection, is worthy of attention along with the works by Brazilian and international artists within.

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Just a few streets away, Praça Santos Dumont, a square named after the pioneer of Brazilian aviation, is a favourite gathering place—especially on Thursday and Sunday evenings. Flocks of relaxed young cariocas spill out of simple bars and grills to convene over bottled beer in the open air.

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Still up for some fun? For a taste of nightlife beyond the upscale South Zone (which includes Copacabana, Ipanema, Leblon, Jardim Botânico and Botafogo, among other districts), head downtown to Lapa, where the streets overflow with samba and the carioca spirit. Utterly chic Casa Momus is a recent addition, the result of a loving, two-year renovation of an early-1800s building. Try for a table on the front terrace to watch the street fun, or settle inside over wine or a zingy caipirinha. Roll on to Rio Scenarium, a beautiful bar-cum-antiques emporium, where you can samba till dawn, or look up Circo Voador or Fundição Progresso, two lively Lapa music venues, where you might just catch one of the stars of Brazilian music. For a saideira—that’s Portuguese for the last drink of the night—wrap up with a tipple and a saltcod rissole at Nova Capela.

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rock around the clock Don’t leave Rio without sampling its electrifying nightlife, whether in the upscale south Zone or the fiery downtown area of Lapa

For dinner, head to Rubaiyat Rio, the local outpost of São Paulo’s famous Figueira Rubaiyat restaurant. The beautiful indoor space is only bettered by its amazing outdoor dining terrace, which looks across the Jockey Club’s

racecourse to the hills and mountains beyond. Watch the races in the lap of luxury over an exquisite dinner of fine steak and assorted grilled meats.

Afterwards, head over to the Amazonkitsch bar Palaphita, across from the finishing line, for a drink.

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Where to Splurge Looking for a souvenir that carries a bit more cultural cachet than a key ring? Set aside some time for browsing at these Rio boutiques

DESIGN mercado moderno The gold standard in Brazilian design since the 1940s, Mercado Moderno (above) is an essential stop in Centro for anyone interested in modernist furniture and masters such as Joaquim Tenreiro, Sérgio Rodrigues, Oscar Niemeyer, Lina Bo Bardi and José Zanine Caldas. Look out, too, for stunning pieces by Rio’s brilliant new guard.

BEaUTY Granado The classic brand of Brazilian toiletries was founded in this superb old pharmacy in Centro in 1870.

Granado also snapped up the 1930s heritage brand Phebo in 2004 and gave new life to a line of eaux de cologne that had long been

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serving Rio’s finest ladies.

If you only buy one thing, make it the Carioca range of liquid soap, lotion and assorted unguents—the spirit of Rio in a bottle.

FaSHION Isabela Capeto Isabela Capeto captures Rio’s bohemian heart and serves it up in the form of beautifully wearable garments, including floaty but structured dresses, with a totally tropical, handmade feel, plus a range for children aged from four to 10. Her boutique is in Horto.

admired and possessed.

The boutique is in Ipanema.

aRT Galeria Inox This wonderful gallery in Copacabana juggles a deft mix of hot new talent and solidly curated classic Brazilian art. Look for edgy work by São Paulo’s Alexandre Orion, and Spanish painter Xevi Solà’s hyper-real, hypnotically transfixing portraits.

SWImWEaR adriana Degreas Worn by the likes of Poppy Delevingne and Alessandra Ambrosio, the itsy bitsy bikinis and other luxury beachwear of this homegrown brand (below) have a jet-set following.

LEaTHER patricia Viera The local fashion designer, whose boutique is in Leblon, creates incredibly feminine silhouettes in bright, patterned and embellished leathers.

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antonio Bernardo As consistently creative and exciting as they are lavish and luxe, Antonio Bernardo’s exquisite gold treasures beg to be seen,

Cassino atlântico This four-floor shopping mall beside the Sofitel in Copacabana is an Aladdin’s cave of antiques, art and collectibles.

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LIFE | WINE

Right as Rain Cold, wet weather meant the 2008 growing season was a challenge in Bordeaux. A spell of warm, dry conditions in July and an Indian summer in September saved the season from being a write-off, and some outstanding wines were made. James Suckling attended a small tasting of the 2008 Bordeaux vintage during Vinexpo Hong Kong in May. Here are his top 10, including two exciting whites Château La ConseiLLante PomeroL The sweetness of fruit and the balance are really impressive. Medium to full body, fine tannins, and a light milk chocolate, blueberry and spice character. Bright acidity gives it verve. Drink or hold.

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Château montrose saint-estèPhe The purity and precision in this wine is exciting. Medium to full body, firm and chewy tannins, and a long finish of currant and spice. Black tea and bark too. Better in 2020 but beautiful now. Decant before serving. 95 points

Château smith haut Lafitte PessaC-Léognan Decadent and rich on the nose with lots of ripe fruit and meaty undertones. Almost truffle-like.

Full body, lots of ripe tannins and plenty of fruit. Still needs time to soften. Big and juicy for the vintage. Better in 2018 but impressive now. 95 points

Château LéoviLLe Barton saint-JuLien This was always one of the wines of the vintage, with currant, cassis and chocolate aromas and flavours. Full body, chewy and polished tannins, and a fresh and fine finish.

Tight now but so beautiful.

Decant a couple of hours before serving. 94 points

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Château Canon saint-émiLion A tight and firm Canon with blueberry, chalk and cedar aromas. Full to medium body, firm and racy. A salty undertone in the aftertaste. Better in 2019 but already fascinating. 93 points

Château Cos D’estourneL saint-estèPhe A very decadent wine on the nose with so much meat, spice and ripe fruit character.

Sea shell as well. Full body, tight and structured, with silky tannins and lots of intense fruit. Vibrant wine. Better in 2020 but already fascinating to drink. 94 points

Domaine De ChevaLier PessaC-Léognan BLanC Very attractive aromas of grapefruit, sliced apple and lemon. Some lanolin. Full body, intense dried fruit and hints of vanilla bean. Crazy finish. This is a unique white that shows incredible depth and power.

Drink or hold. 95 points

Château Pontet-Canet PauiLLaC The minerality and floral character is really impressive, with lots of bark, currant and dried rose character. Full body, chewy yet polished tannins and a mouthwatering finish.

Made from biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.

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Château smith haut Lafitte PessaCLéognan BLanC Lots of dried fruit, such as apple and pear, mineral and lanolin. Medium to full body, dense and flavourful. Bright acidity.

Waxy finish. Very serious structure. Drink now.

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Château PiChonLongueviLLe Baron PauiLLaC Wow. So much bright fruit in this, with orange peel and blackcurrant character. Floral and lively. Full body, silky tannins, and a long and flavourful finish. Hard not to drink now.

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Good Value Excellent release prices in Bordeaux, a promising season in Australia and a spirited performance by baijiu make James Suckling’s monthly news round-up

that’S the SPirit

China’s most popular spirit, baijiu, is getting a boost as hipster bars across the US as well as in China incorporate it as a new base for highend cocktails. Bars like Lumos in New York are concocting many unusual and baijiu-based drinks with mung bean and almond milk to compete with other spirit-based beverages. At home, bars like Capital in Beijing are experimenting with baijiu cocktails as well to attract a younger generation of consumers who, unlike older generations, are exposed to a wider variety of spirits, such as whisky and cognac.

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Price check

Bordeaux 2015 en primeur could be the most exciting since 2010 for the vintage’s overall high quality. As a result, most release prices are higher than previous release prices, especially for first growths. The 2015 release price for first growth Château Margaux, for instance, stands at US$432, while its 2014 vintage was priced at 240 euros (US$280 at the time), according to figures released by Liv-ex. These are prices to Bordeaux wine merchants; consumers will pay substantially more. Wines from Margaux, Pessac-Léognan and the Right Bank performed particularly well, according to WineSearcher. Other first growth release prices are US$432 (384 euros) for Mouton, US$433 (385 euros) for Haut-Brion and US$466 (420 euros) for Lafite.

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imAgE: CAPiTAL BAR BEiJiNg (BAiJiU COCKTAiLS)

Australia’s 2016 vintage could be one of the best in years, with excellent grape yields and high quality, according to various press reports. Southern wine regions such as Canberra, the Barossa Valley, Margaret River and Tasmania could harvest one of the best vintages in recent years. No vineyards were damaged by the bushfires that ravaged Tasmania in January.

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The Grand Finale

All the material in this feature was supplied by The Macallan

The Macallan and Lalique complete six pillars collection with the latest release

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he final chapter of The Macallan in Lalique Six Pillars Collection has arrived. The final decanter, Peerless Spirit, exudes a level of refinement and craftsmanship that can only be achieved by the highest level of mastery. The spirit contained within this decanter is nothing short of extraordinary: a 65-year-old whisky; one of the oldest and rarest to be released by the distillery. The Peerless Spirit decanter brings to a close a decade-long partnership between two creators with a shared passion for craftsmanship, detail and excellence. For this release, only 450 individually numbered decanters will be available.

Peerless Spirit is a celebration of the wonderfully rich, viscous, and aromatic spirit that lies at the heart of The Macallan. The natural colour and rich flavour that are absorbed from the bespoke Spanish oak casks round up the distinctive character and quality that has made The Macallan one of the most prestigious single malt whiskies in the world.

The whisky has a medium body with hints of cracked black pepper, cloves and toasted cocoa beans. The aroma is remarkably balanced, with soothing notes of honey-dipped Madagascan vanilla pods, cinnamon and Moroccan dates.

Each of the exquisitely designed decanters in this collection draws inspiration from a design or a specific technique from the founding father of Lalique, Rene Lalique’s heritage. Marc Larminaux, Creative Director for Lalique, conceptualised this decanter design around a single peerless drop of The Macallan, symbolising its rarity.

The Six Pillars Collection has become some of the most sought-after among collectors all over the world for its beautiful design and high quality whisky.

The Macallan 65 years old in Lalique: Peerless Spirit is set to continue that tradition. It is valued at US$35,000. n

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FRIENDS FOR LIFE Cindy Angelina and Kezia Toemion

Vive La France! muz’s chef and Founder Gilles Marx has always been attracted to the culinary world.

Fresh products and ingredients inspire him to produce quality creations and to transform them into delectable French cuisine.

“My grandfather was the one who encouraged me to be a chef,” he tells Indonesia Tatler. “I come from the countryside and was used to sitting at the table for many long

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hours to appreciate a good home-cooked meal made by my mum and grandmother.

“Later, when I was at school, I had a bad experience with my school canteen, which made me realise how important it was to have a good-quality food and also that the person who makes it is important. At that moment, I decided that I wanted to make a difference and help people enjoy their food,” says Gilles, whose role model is a three-Michelin-star chef Bernard Pacaud. Gilles’s years of experience in pursuing his passion led him to create the celebrated French restaurant Amuz, which puts a lot of emphasis on classical French indonesia tatler . august 2016

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Best friends Cindy Angelina and Kezia Toemion dine at Amuz Jakarta and enjoy delectable culinary delights, Amadea Maya writes

FINE LUNCHEON From left: Sautéed Escargots; Fine Tomato Gazpacho

dining. But actually, Amuz offers two sides to its cuisine: the classical French side and a more modern side, with contemporary dishes that explore novel tastes and sensations.

Amuz also provides a degustation menu with wine pairing for those who prefer to savour their flavours in smaller portions. It has an elegant interior with a bar corner, where people can sample cognacs and whiskies before or after dinner. Amuz also maintains a well-stocked wine cellar with a wide selection, most of them French, of course.

“My background is classical French, so I like to work with the classic cuisine, but making it a little lighter with different presentations.

That said, I also love to create contemporary menus with new, exciting flavours,” says Gilles.

On this beautiful afternoon, our guests, Cindy Angelina and Kezia Toemion, chose to sample the Amuz special lunch menu, which starts with an amuse bouche of Fine Tomato Gazpacho with Code Fish Accra. Served in a cute cup, this chilled tomato soup is a indonesia tatler . august 2016

refreshing way to start the lunch.

Next comes the Sautéed Escargots, served with a warm and soft poached egg, plus sautéed mushrooms, shallots and crispy beef bacon, all in a red wine sauce.

The flavour combination blends in your mouth and is both light and tasty at the same time.

The third course comes next: Canadian Lobster Fricassee in Open Raviole served with fennel puree and light lobster broth, while the main course is Amuz’s signature Grilled Wagyu 9+ Beef Rib-Eye, served with crispy potato galette, baby carrots and chimichurri sauce.

The steak is tender and succulent and cut into bite-sized pieces making it easy to enjoy. It’s followed by the surprise “pre-dessert” Lemon Curd on Crispy Cashew Nut Croquant, a tangy combination of sweet and sour. A delectable

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FABULOUS FEAST Clockwise from above: Chef Gilles Marx; Lemon Curd on Crispy Cashew Nut Croquant; Grilled Wagyu 9+ Beef Rib-Eye

“When I walk around a market and see something fresh, the ingredients themselves will give me ideas, and this is when my mind starts to work and think of what I want to do with them.”

Valrhona Chocolate Textures of chocolate short bread, dulce crèmeux and mousse with chocolate crunch and mango passion fruit jelly end the lunch in perfection.

“For me, the most important thing is to have a variety of choices and to be able to choose from a selections of fresh ingredients,” Gilles says. “Most of the time when I walk around a market and see something fresh, the ingredients themselves will give me ideas, and this is when my mind starts to work and think of what I want to do with them.

“The biggest challenge here in Indonesia is to find a supplier that can provide us with consistent stocks of ingredients, and also training and keeping the right people,” he

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continues. A seafood lover, Gilles very much enjoys cooking and eating fish whenever he lives or travels. “Fish and seafood are definitely my thing,” he says. “We have so many different kinds of seafood in Europe, as well in Asia, so we can do a lot,” he adds. “But my dream one day is to have one of my kids take over my restaurant business. Luckily, or unluckily, that’s still a long way to go as they are now only 12 and 15.”

AMUZ GoUrMet restAUrAnt The Energy Building 2nd floor, SCBD Lot 11A JL.Jend.

Sudirman Kav 52-53, Jakarta 12190 Tel: +62 (21) 250 5064

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VALRHONA DESSERT

A delectable Valrhona dessert of chocolate short bread, dulce crèmeux and mousse with chocolate crunch and mango.

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Village People Seminyak Village teamed up with Air Asia and invited ‘Indonesia Tatler’ to find out why this newly opened landmark is more than just retail and dining destination he seminyak area on the Island of the Gods is known for its energetic ambience, vibrant community and myriad culinary, shopping and lifestyle destinations.

Inspired by this melting-pot theme, Seminyak Village now offers visitors a different side to the island’s retail, lifestyle and dining scenes while creating a sense of community between patrons and tenants, a little like a close-knit Asian village.

Seminyak Village spans 6,000 square metres over two floors which house more than 30 shops and restaurants as well as 100 brands spread throughout its nooks and crannies. Inspired by Balinese traditions, the mall’s design boasts an open and airy space with natural sunlight streaming through its immense dome-like skylight.

As visitors take a step inside, they are greeted by a spacious hallway with an array of stores on each side within cool, air-conditioned environment making it the perfect place to spend time with friends and family as well as sweet respite from the tropical heat. Strategically located in the heart of Seminyak, guests can also explore the island’s most sought-after restaurants and hotels, such as The Legian Bali.

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fashion brands, both local and international, can be found here. These include Farah Khan, MCM and M Resort, all of which are renowned for their resort chic apparel.

Meanwhile, Marketplace and Indonesian Emporium offer the best of Bali from fashion and accessories to beauty products showcased in open-concept retail spaces.

Visitors can satisfy their gastronomical cravings with plenty of F&B outlets, starting with Mamasan Group’s Tiger Palm, which is renowned for its Peranakan cuisine and delicious libations, and which is helmed by the award-winning chef Will Meyrick. Elsewhere, there are mini wagyu burgers at Wahrung, classic Indonesian dishes at Mrs. Lee, and even liquid nitrogen ice-cream at Nitrogenie. The mall’s dining outlets are open from 10am to 10pm. For a refreshing break from shopping and food-hopping activities, soothing treatments such as massages and facials at the gorgeous Spring Spa tucked away on the rooftop level are recommended. A pampering at Vita Luxe Nail & Beauty Bar is also a must: a full-service nail salon designed with a Parisian boudoir concept.

Seminyak Village Shopping Mall Jl. Kayu Jati 8, Seminyak, Bali Tel: (+62) 361 738 097 www.seminyakvillage.com

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King of the Seas Royal Caribbean’s latest cruise is the ultimate destination for ocean-bound leisure

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ndonesia tatler was recently invited to the UK for a twoday luxury stay as part of the pre-inaugural cruise of the Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Harmony of the Seas. Our expectations were high, but Harmony of the Seas exceeded all of them.

Measuring in at a length of 361 metres by 65 metres wide and weighing 226,000 tonnes, Harmony of the Seas is the biggest cruise ship to ever set sail. Construction took more than two years and the ship cost more than a billion dollars to build. Comprising 2,747 staterooms, the cruise can carry some 7,000 guests alongside its 2,300 international crewmembers. Staggeringly, it boasts 20

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restaurants and 42 bars and lounges for the intrepid traveller to explore.

These are arrayed, along with retail outlets and other amenities, over 16 guest decks to fulfill all guests’ dining, shopping, entertainment and relaxation needs. The 16 decks are divided into seven neighbourhoods for simple navigation: Central Park, Royal Promenade, Boardwalk, a youth zone, an entertainment area, the Vitality at Sea spa and fitness centre, and a pool and sports zone.

The check-in system at the terminal was reassuringly efficient, and, on our first day, we enjoyed dinner at the Solarium Bistro restaurant, famous for its Mediterranean cuisine. At one point, our glasses started to shake: the deep blast of the horn signalled the

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cruise’s departure from Southampton for our two-night trip into the English Channel and back again.

There are three kinds of stateroom on the ship: balcony staterooms with private balconies providing an excellent vantage point of the beautiful views, ocean-view staterooms with windows facing the outside, which means never missing a moment of the aquatic scenery, and interior staterooms that come

with LCD screens so you can still take in the views. All rooms also come with speedy Wi-Fi. Meanwhile, there are several specialty restaurants on board. Jamie’s Italian serves rustic Italian dishes prepared with seasonal ingredients. Casually enjoying Italian food with our bare hands was quite an experience.

Wonderland serves imaginative cuisine and sweet-shop-inspired cocktails—with its avant-garde décor, a trip here should not be missed. For even more culinary variety, the Windjammer Marketplace buffet restaurant boasts a wide selection of international dishes sure to satisfy any cravings.

Having drinks at the Rising Tide Bar on the Royal Promenade was simply amazing given that the bar is on a platform that rises and descends over three decks. Then, at the Bionic Bar, we had drinks served by a pair of robots: we entered our orders into an iPad then sat back as the robots mixed, shook and stirred with clinical precision.

For sports fans, golf areas, basketball courts, table tennis tables, badminton courts, waterslides and FlowRiders for surfing are all available. Meanwhile, the ship is equipped

SAIL AWAY Clockwise from top left: Mr Wisendha with the ‘Head’ by Czech artist David Gerny; the Bionic Bar; the cruise playground

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with babysitting facilities and a children’s area.

For those seeking more sedate pursuits or simply a relaxing stroll, the 12,000 or so lush green trees and plants and the futuristic vertical wall garden mean that Central Park lives up to its name and certainly takes you to a different place from other cruise liners.

In fact, to extend the location analogy further, as we wandered through bars and restaurants that never seemed to close, we got the distinct feeling that we were in New York: the city that never sleeps. But unlike some areas of NYC, the Harmony of the Seas never seemed too crowded. A serene sense of spaciousness has been created by the careful use of open spaces and massive atriums.

One of these spaces is occupied by a giant mirror-covered head—an art installation simply entitled Head by Czech artist David Cerny. This is the centrepiece of Harmony of the Sea’s US$6.5m art collection. Curated by International Corporate Art, the collection features bold, striking, and intriguing works by artists from all over the world.

After dinner, we enjoyed an incredible iceskating show and then a performance of the timeless classic Grease. We could have gone on to do much more: activities on the cruise don’t stop after sunset. Nightlife on Deck 4 is bustling and bursting with laughter thanks to comedy acts, while live music can be enjoyed at The Attic. For night owls, the nightclub district in the entertainment zone is the place to be for a little dancing and drinking, and, if you’re feeling lucky, head to Casino Royale.

This summer, Harmony of the Seas will be sailing around the Western Mediterranean.

Book now for the ultimate holiday destination at sea. For more information please call +62 (21) 319 91338-9.

CRUISE LEISURE Clockwise from top left: Jamie’s Restaurant; show performance at the ice rink; Mr Budi Gani and Mrs Susanti Hilman; carousell at boardwalk

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Here be Giants The Ningaloo Coast in Western Australia offers up pristine coral reefs, unparalleled scenery and the chance to swim with the world’s largest fish. Nanda Haensel writes Photography NANDA and MAX HAENSEL

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TRAVEL | LIFE the amazing ningaloo coast Walking through the gorge of Cape Range National Park

t’s 6 o’clock in the morning and we are sitting in a safari car in the Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan. Another jeep parks alongside just before we spot a beautiful tiger. We start talking to two photographers in the car next to us about remote locations to travel to. They are from Australia and seem to be the type of people who know where the wild things are. So we share our experiences.

They mention their favourite wildlife places in Australia, and that’s how I hear about Ningaloo Coast for the first time, two years ago, while tracking tigers in India. It’s all about remoteness and big fish, you see…

I have been aware of the vastness of Western Australia’s landscape ever since I visited the region some time ago. But I have also been curious about Ningaloo for a while.

A place almost unvisited compared with the Great Barrier Reef on the other side of the continent—the former with 19,000 visitors per year, the latter with two million—will always be irresistible to me.

Ningaloo is empty. The northwest coast of Western Australia is one of the most isolated places on Earth. This fact alone is already a motive to make me wonder and is a reason in itself to visit the remote reef. It’s far and the difficult logistics to get there (you can only fly in from Perth) mean that there are plenty of locales where you can still chase that feeling of euphoria that belongs to the travelling pioneer.

My primary purpose when travelling to Ningaloo, though, was the search for whale sharks. In fact, if my only concern during this trip had been swimming with these majestic creatures, I could have travelled to other locations in the Philippines, Indonesia or even Mexico. But I also care about the conservation of the wildlife I visit. And when it comes to looking after ecosystems, Australia is very often a champion.

Only 15 commercial operators have the license to conduct whale shark tours in Western Australia. It is the most-regulated whale shark industry in the world. In addition, dive instructors, skippers and shark mermaids in this part of the world have excellent knowledge about the marine world and are, of course, convinced that the wildlife is worth protecting. Regulation and education play important roles in the conservation crisis. indonesia tatler . august 2016

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Unfortunately, it’s not only good news.

While Australia is a worldwide benchmark for whale shark operations, in some other parts of the world protecting this endangered species is not a primary concern. In recent years, whale sharks have started to turn up in numbers in places like Cebu and Yucatan in the Philippines and Mexico, respectively.

Locals learn to feed the animals in order to keep them around for a longer time and to thus generate more income with tours.

This behavioural modification might have inherent risks for the sharks. The main one is related to their migratory patterns: whale sharks are a highly migratory species and they usually follow the path of nutrient-rich seasonal aggregations of plankton. They migrate for thousands of kilometres across various countries and feeding them means changing this natural pattern. We can’t have wild animals becoming dependent on humans for food. Surprisingly, most of the regions where this disrespect takes place have legislation in place to protect the sharks.

However, unlike in Australia, most of the operators don’t pay much attention to it.

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from the north: the reason why this region supports a unique mix of tropical and subtropical species.

In Ningaloo Reef, you find one of the planet’s largest coral reefs and they can be accessed straight from the beach, something very few other coral reefs offer. It’s pretty much pristine and beyond them are the pelagic megafauna. Swimming with whale sharks (April to July) and humpback whales (August to October) are the highlights, but spotting other kinds of visitors, including dolphins, turtles, manta rays (June to July) and reef sharks, is also popular.

camp ground Opposite from top: Nanda and Max Haensel at the camping tent; the dining area of the Sal Salis lodge This page: Spotting kangaroos in the Cape Range National Park

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mother nature This page: A remarkable encounter with a giant whale shark in the waters of Ningaloo Reef Opposite: Sleeping under the stars in Western Australia

Yet the Ningaloo Coast is not only about the sea life. In contrast to the bright blue waters of Ningaloo Marine Park lie the rugged red gorges and canyons of Cape Range National Park. The deep canyons and precipitous ridges provide a dramatic contrast to the scenery of the adjacent coral reef. It’s where the red Outback flows straight into the Indian Ocean—a breathtaking encounter found nowhere else on earth.

The trick to navigating and enjoying these areas is finding the right balance between comfort and wilderness. Luckily, I didn’t have to rough it to enjoy the bush. I found my bed in the wild with Sal Salis. This camp is hidden in the white sand dunes of the Cape Range National Park. And from my tent, I was just a few metres away from the world’s greatest coastal coral reef. The low-impact tents provide a wilderness experience without compromising comfort. All power is solar-generated and the lodge asks guests to respect the strict environmental and sustainability principles. It’s the way we love it: charming and wild.

We first explored the Cape Range by joining a gorge walk excursion lead by Paul,

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Camp Manager at Sal Salis. The Cape Range National Park is of a high conservation value and home to a large variety of wildlife, including kangaroos. We walked through Mandu Mandu Gorge, 2 kilometres behind the camp, with fossil limestone formations and spectacular views back to the coast and over the Ningaloo Reef.

I travelled far to swim with a whale shark, the ocean’s largest fish. So as it turns out the next morning we joined a tour with Ningaloo Live, the exclusive operator of Sal Salis. They take a maximum of 10 guests on the boat while all the other operators take 20. During the season, every early morning, a small spotter plane flies over Exmouth looking for the sharks, which means the skippers have the exact information about their location.

I jumped in the water. As the curtain of bubbles cleared from in front of my mask, I opened my eyes. I couldn’t think properly and didn’t really know what to do. I was face to face with a giant. We were so close to each other that I got a bit scared, but soon I realised there was no danger. Time stopped.

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his speed alongside. For almost 30 minutes we swam side by side.

After the intimate encounter, suddenly he was gone, submerging on a deep dive into the ocean. I got back to the boat with the wonderful feeling of being out of this world.

It’s the nature. And I wanted to do it again and again. Luckily the same whale shark returned to the surface and we had two more turns swimming together. It never failed to amaze.

So enamoured were we of the marine wildlife that we also joined a guided kayaksnorkel as well as a dive excursion. We snorkelled on the reef further offshore of Sal Salis at the Blue Lagoon, the best spot I have ever done this in my life. For diving, we went to the Lighthouse Bay area. Watching the

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life cycle of the reef with its corals, turtles, rays, reef sharks and hundreds of fishes was even more spectacular when seen through the crystal blue water.

For me, the Ningaloo Coast is wild Australia as its very best. Here I got the buzz of new frontiers: the nature is pristine and untouched. I wish I could thank the photographers I met in India for sharing one of Australia’s best-kept natural secrets. I went to Ningaloo on a journey to find whale sharks in their natural habitat and I ended up with that feeling of being stripped away to something bare. The sharks and the entire marine world made me remember that all that really matters is our ability to survive. Getting down to the essentials of our being is always a powerfully attractive idea.

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Come To mama There’s a new kid on the block in the Balinese resort town of Seminyak. Chloe Street soaks up the boho beachy vibe at the first hotel by the group behind the wildly popular Potato Head lifestyle venues

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travel | LIFE take the plunge The pool is a leafy, quiet oasis tucked back from the beach.

Below: The bathroom in the Katamama Suite

of photocopying credit cards and scanning passports. In fact, Katamama has done away entirely with anything so dull as a reception area, instead designating, rather sensibly, the bar as the focal and meeting point of the hotel.

I opt to enjoy the rather excellent arrival mojito in the seclusion of my rooftop suite, where a staff member arrives to make it fresh in front of me while I recline on the balcony. Each of the 58 suites—all the rooms are suites—has a balcony or slice of garden, and they all have vast, white-tiled bathrooms with generous tubs, monsoon showers and locally produced shower products. They’re equipped with everything you might need, from a beach bag and sarong (locally produced and naturally dyed with indigo, of course) to the discreetly hidden charging cables for every phone or gadget you could possibly be carrying.

Water comes in large, eco-friendly glass bottles. There

ould you like your welcome mojito served here or in your suite, Miss?” And there you have it: this is how all hotel check-ins should begin. I am standing in Akademi, the supercool terrazzo- and vinyllined bar of the brand new Katamama hotel in Seminyak, Bali, where a smiley staff member clad in fisherman pants is prioritising my refreshment over the usual check-in rigmarole indonesia tatler . august 2016

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is a pleasing lack of plastic throughout the hotel—even the bar uses paper straws.

The suite’s “maxi” bar comes fully stocked with large bottles of house-infused spirits, spicy homemade negroni mixes and a full cocktail-making kit. The kit and the chestlike snack box are made by local artisans, the latter filled with a selection of delicious and healthy Balinese treats of cashew nuts, cereal bars and dried mango.

I have been in the hotel nearly half an hour before anyone asks me to sign anything, and it is this uber-chilled, no-nonsense vibe that sets Katamama apart from other five-star counterparts. “We got together and tried to pinpoint the things about hotels that we hated, and we eliminated them,” says Andrew Steele, managing director of the hotel division of PTT Family, the hospitality and lifestyle group founded by Balinese businessman Ronald Akili. The group opened its first venture, Potato Head Jakarta, in 2009 and has since added the Potato Head Beach Club Bali (a stone’s throw from Katamama), Jakarta’s Potato Head Garage (a steakhouse), the Three Buns burger and cocktail outlets in Jakarta and Singapore, Potato Head Folk in Singapore, and, most recently, an outpost in Hong Kong’s Sai Ying Pun neighbourhood.

The hotel is the first of three planned for the Seminyak area, along with a second beach club in nearby Canggu.

Katamama is directly behind the Potato Head Beach Club, a massive open-air party hotspot with a capacity for 3,500 whose coliseum-like walls are constructed from 1,000 pastel-coloured antique wooden shutters. Somewhat differing in style, the angular, brutalist edifice of the hotel has been built with 1.4 million of the locally handmade red bricks used in the island’s temples. Their dominance is striking, and particularly pleasant when the light dapples and shines through them at different points of the day.

Designed by renowned Indonesian architect and longtime PTT collaborator Andra Matin, the property feels very Balimeets-Brooklyn, with geometric patterns and ’60s and ’70s references permeating throughout. Vintage furniture (many pieces from Akili’s personal collection), brightly coloured woven rugs and more than 100 items of Indonesian contemporary art decorate the lofty, airy spaces. The emphasis on supporting Balinese craftsmanship extends throughout.

All the textiles and baskets are made with local materials and natural dyes by a business in Ubud, Threads of Life, which supports

beach bubble The rooftop jacuzzi of the Katamama Suite is the perfect place to unwind after a long, hard day sunbathing.

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liquor licenSe The Akademi bar serves as hotel entrance, check-in counter, meeting area and a fine watering hole too

1,000 female weavers on 11 islands across Indonesia, while all the beautiful colourful ceramics are produced by another Ubudbased company, Gaya.

“We’re all global citizens, constantly travelling and exposed to many different cultures, but we also have our own traditions that we’re proud of,” says Akili. “At PTT we always want to bring Indonesian traditions and balance them with the global context.

We also want to showcase to Indonesians themselves that we’re so rich in heritage.”

Katamama’s restaurant, Movida, is an outpost of the popular Spanish restaurant from Melbourne and serves seriously tasty tapas at lunch and dinner—Wagyu tartar on a sesame crisp, air-dried beef with a poached egg and truffle foam, and Javanese chicken cooked in a Josper oven were standouts.

Movida is also the venue for breakfasts, which are chosen from an interesting (if perhaps too interesting at that time of the day) Spanishinfluenced a la carte menu—buffet disciples you have been warned. Guests can also eat at the beach club or walk around to the row of shops where alongside Canaan, the hotel gift shop brimming with vintage ceramics, Indonesian crafts and Scandinavian design, there’s Alchemy, a raw vegan cafe with a cult following in Bali.

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Sun’S up Don’t miss dancing to Disclosure and Mark Ronson at the Sunny Side Up festival, which takes place on August 13 and 14 at the Potato Head Beach Club.

24-hour cultural concierge is on hand to make bookings and provide inspiration on activities and places to visit. The concierge is also the person to speak to about reserving a daybed at the wildly popular beach club, for which hotel guests get priority access with no minimum spend. Katamama also runs a timetabled “cultural programme,” with guests invited to partake in a range of daily activities, such as poolside yoga and Tibetan bowl sessions, Reiki, cocktail masterclasses and cold-pressed juice and raw chocolate tastings at Akademi.

Whether you spend two weeks or 24 hours at Katamama, you’ll leave feeling imbued with its super-luxe surfer vibe. From the islandfeel playlists that gently hum throughout the public spaces to the sweet little woven bracelets guests are presented with on departure—a fittingly boho memento— Katamama has thought of everything. When it comes to Seminyak, this really is the perfect place to rest your (potato) head.

retail the tale Forgot your bikini?

Don’t fret. Seminyak is stuffed full with droolworthy beachwear boutiques. Plenty of opportunities to splash that hard-earned holiday cash about.

Shore thing As fabulous as the hotel is, make sure you toddle through the beach club and onto Seminyak beach itself.

It really is a cracker, particularly early in the morning before the other punters arrive.

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Art All Around Over cakes and coffee in a blue room lit by late afternoon sun, Jasmine Prasetio talks with ‘Indonesia Tatler’ about the country’s art scene, and loving and living

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or jasmine prasetio, art is life, especially in her role as Director in Asia and Indonesia Country Manager for Sotheby’s— one of the oldest and largest auction houses in the world. She also promotes Indonesian art globally, which is why this August is an important month both for her and for the art community as it will see local art come to the fore over two huge events.

One of these is Art Stage Jakarta, which marks the international art fair’s brand’s first foray into Indonesia and which will highlight the country as a major player on the global art map. “Indonesians have a wide range of appreciation for art from all over the world,” Jasmine says. “And it is so easy to fall in love with works by Indonesian artists.” She goes on to note that although Indonesia has a rich culture and history when it comes to collectors, patrons, artists’ havens and creativity, not many collectors outside the country know much about its art.

This is changing, however: “In 2007, we started seeing international recognition through our auction platform,” she says. “The market steadily grew and expanded thanks to this exposure.” Jasmine says that this has been the result of a collective effort from various people including as well as art groups, curators, galleries, collectors, journalists, corporations and more. “It takes a nation to get to where we are now, and the journey is only going to get more exciting,” Jasmine says.

“What is important now is to engage more people—not necessarily to be involved, but at least to be aware.”

A lot of people, however, find that the idea of art is something very distant and intimidating. Changing perspectives and ways of thinking is needed to see art as a part of everyday life. Without realising it, she said, we are living with art every day when we enjoy food, beautiful interiors and architecture, fashion and more. “We have to break away from the preconceived idea that one has to own art in order to appreciate and benefit from it,” she says. “When you see the world through art, you are provoked to think out of the box.”

Jasmine’s love for art started when she was a 9-year-old girl who visited the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam with her grandmother. “I remember feeling both amazed and fascinated,” Jasmine says. “I thought there was a darkness in Rembrandt’s works that was daunting, but at the same time the works were so intriguing that I could not get them out of my mind.”

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Turrell’s retrospective exhibition at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. “His works are mostly art that you can’t own because the medium is lighting,” Jasmine says. A whole room of changing lights was a completely inspiring and rejuvenating experience that changed the way Jasmine sees art and the world.

“Our understanding is limited by our knowledge at a given time, but through art, we can see that possibilities are infinite,” she says. “We just have to find the right perspective.” Art also connects people globally and instills appreciation and awareness, which is important to any culture, says the young leader. “An art fair is a great example of art uniting people from all walks of life,” she says. “You can see an entrepreneur, a Fortune 500 CEO, a banker, a bohemian curator, an auctioneer, a young art enthusiast, and an artist at the same time.”

“It is also an amazing platform from which to launch many other things, like the work undertaken by Bono, the lead singer with U2, who is a big art collector and philanthropist,”Jasmine says. “He uses art to do good works, such as collaborating with Sotheby’s in a charity auction for RED—a non-profit organisation dedicated to fight AIDS in Africa.” To close our chat, Jasmine suggests some small steps to incorporate art into one’s life by “opening our minds to new experiences, attending more art events, galleries, fairs and museums to see different forms of art, and then researching those you like or feel connected to”. She urges people to not be shy and to ask questions and utilise the Internet or read books. Questions will be answered by other people, and new understandings and experiences will be born according to Jasmine. “Our taste evolves, which is inevitable,” she says. “We shouldn’t stop growing and be afraid of change.”

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positano Los Angeles-based fashion designer and model Rosetta Getty shares a perfect day at her favourite summer destination very year, I travel to Italy with my husband and our four children.

It’s hard to choose a favourite city, but we always have such a good time in Positano. Besides the stunning views, friends and family join us there each year. I look forward to this time— it’s become a tradition and a moment to reset.

The landscape is so unique. My husband Balthazar’s parents were married there, so it has an important history for us as well.

I always remember to bring a caftan from my collection, APL trainers, Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream, a bathing suit from Eres and a Patricia Underwood hat for the sun—it’s hot when we travel in late June.

I also pack a good book: I picked up Patti Smith’s M Train for the next trip.

We usually start our days with a long lunch, then take the boat out. There are so

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ISLAND APPEAL When in Positano, Rosetta and family stay at Le Sirenuse hotel (top), which is built on a hillside, offering amazing views of the town and shore below (left)

many small towns along the Amalfi Coast for day trips. Wherever we go, I like to learn a bit about the local artisans and artists. During the day, we swim in the ocean or go hiking.

After a hike up the hill overlooking the coast, you can visit the Birds of Prey Experience.

The guide there works with local hawks, owls and vultures. You can put on gloves and hold them. It’s a cool experience for the kids and really fascinating.

We always stay at Le Sirenuse. It’s high on the cliffside and overlooks the coast.

Our good friends Antonio and Carla Sersale own the hotel and it has been in his family for years. They have created an atmosphere that is both elegant and sophisticated without lacking in charm and family history.

I have had some of my favourite meals at the hotel’s restaurant, La Sponda. The local Mediterranean dishes are so fantastic, definitely a highlight of our time in Italy. And we love shopping at the hotel’s Emporio Le Sirenuse, stocked with Carla’s beautiful handembroidered pillows and caftans.

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