Why do we find it so entertaining when models fall on the runway? A viral mishap at Paris Fashion Week's Mugler show has once again turned a model's struggles into social media entertainment. But behind the stumbles lies a demanding profession that deserves more respect. Five years on, Julien Royer’s Claudine is having its best year yet. What’s behind its success? Orange crush: Luxury timepieces that make a bold statement Chinese shoppers are spending less on luxury. The world’s biggest fashion houses are feeling the pinch Beyond bold statements: The evolving design philosophy of Singapore designer Colin Seah Experiences Can't postpone your Paris trip? Here's what you should know From sudden museum closures to transport strikes and curfews, the unrest in France is creating uncertainty for visitors. Here's what you should know before you go. After Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, Singaporeans are exploring Japan’s lesser-known regions Why Singapore’s sake drinkers are moving beyond familiar brands Shopping in Europe? Here's how to claim a VAT refund Beyond Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc: Discover Austria’s Gruner Veltliner Advertisement About Time Watchmaking terms explained: From chronographs to grand feu enamel From chronographs and perpetual calendars to guilloche and grand feu enamel, we decode the terminology behind fine watchmaking and the craftsmanship that goes into every timepiece. Inside Audemars Piguet’s AP House Singapore, where watches are only part of the experience Patek Philippe revisits the Gondolo with six new Ladies First watches Jacob & Co’s new watch plays two melodies from The Godfather Grand Seiko’s Lake Suwa watch gets a darker new look Obsessions Orange crush: Luxury timepieces that make a bold statement From sporty chronographs to daring high watchmaking creations, these luxury watches make a compelling case for embracing orange over traditional watch colours. Chinese shoppers are spending less on luxury. The world’s biggest fashion houses are feeling the pinch Gucci's sales slump sends parent company Kering's shares tumbling Victoria Beckham’s debut homeware collection brings fashion to the table Cartier’s Into the Wild exhibition in Singapore celebrates nature, craftsmanship and its iconic Panther Advertisement Luxury Leaders Odette’s longtime wine director Vincent Tan is leaving after 10 years to join Park90 Vincent Tan, who helped shape the three-Michelin-starred restaurant’s wine programme, is taking on a new group role at Park90 as it expands across Southeast Asia. Meet the Singapore women making their mark in motorsport Fico and Somma chef Mirko Febbrile keeps saying he needs a break. Instead, he keeps building This Singaporean chef moved to Mexico for love. Now she runs the only Singaporean restaurant in Latin America From photojournalism ambitions to property, Josh Hu took an unexpected route into the family business Advertisement People Why do we find it so entertaining when models fall on the runway? A viral mishap at Paris Fashion Week's Mugler show has once again turned a model's struggles into social media entertainment. But behind the stumbles lies a demanding profession that deserves more respect. Beyond bold statements: The evolving design philosophy of Singapore designer Colin Seah Print isn’t dead: How a Singapore printer is keeping paper relevant in a digital world From weekend markets to a matcha network: How Kevin Chee built Matchaya From F1 rookie to Max Verstappen’s teammate: Isack Hadjar’s rapid rise at Red Bull Advertisement Remarkable Living Behind the facade of this Emerald Hill shophouse is a home full of surprises From restored architectural details to unexpected spaces for art and entertaining, this historic Singapore home brings together old and new in imaginative ways. Why this Singapore wine collector would rather learn than show off a bottle Nigo takes his design vision to the skies with a bespoke private jet Amanzoe: The Greek resort where architecture, art and landscape come together How Australian-inspired design comes to life in Surabaya, Indonesia Get bite-sized news via a newcards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FAST
