Born and raised in Hong Kong, Divia Harilela has worked in lifestyle and fashion media for more than 12 years. Her work has been published in magazines such Vogue China, Departures, Elite Traveler and Surface Asia. Founder of luxury and fashion website The D’Vine, she also blogs for websites including Business of Fashion and Howtospendit.com.
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When it comes to skincare, taking care of your body is just as important as taking care of your face. Experts weigh in with their tips and tricks on keeping our skin in top condition.
When it comes to skincare, taking care of your body is just as important as taking care of your face. Experts weigh in with their tips and tricks on keeping our skin in top condition.
Wes Ng, CEO of Hong Kong accessories brand Casetify – known for its iPhone case covers – talks about how the business has grown during Covid-19 and the lessons learned.
Wes Ng, CEO of Hong Kong accessories brand Casetify – known for its iPhone case covers – talks about how the business has grown during Covid-19 and the lessons learned.
Kim Kardashian and Madonna have famously used IV beauty treatments to improve their skin and reduce signs of ageing. Beauty drips usually contain a cocktail of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Kim Kardashian and Madonna have famously used IV beauty treatments to improve their skin and reduce signs of ageing. Beauty drips usually contain a cocktail of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Brands like Asos, Hugo Boss and Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty are giving plus-size menswear a chance, but the wider industry is ignoring a market that is ripe for the picking.
Brands like Asos, Hugo Boss and Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty are giving plus-size menswear a chance, but the wider industry is ignoring a market that is ripe for the picking.
Dark patches on your skin, known as hyperpigmentation, can have a number of causes – from sun damage to hormones. Laser treatments are available, but creams and topical applications are just as effective.
Dark patches on your skin, known as hyperpigmentation, can have a number of causes – from sun damage to hormones. Laser treatments are available, but creams and topical applications are just as effective.
Crystal jewellery, which incorporates gemstones with supposedly mystical and healing powers, is growing in popularity.
Crystal jewellery, which incorporates gemstones with supposedly mystical and healing powers, is growing in popularity.
With Chrissy Teigen joining celebrities including Pamela Anderson and Victoria Beckham in having breast reduction surgery, we look at how the wider trend of organic and natural has affected how women see their chests.
With Chrissy Teigen joining celebrities including Pamela Anderson and Victoria Beckham in having breast reduction surgery, we look at how the wider trend of organic and natural has affected how women see their chests.
Vera Wang has dressed countless celebrities, from Michelle Obama to Chelsea Clinton, and describes the industry as ‘like a sport – it is demanding, unrelenting and the schedules are horrifying’.
Vera Wang has dressed countless celebrities, from Michelle Obama to Chelsea Clinton, and describes the industry as ‘like a sport – it is demanding, unrelenting and the schedules are horrifying’.
Private yoga sessions, sound bath meditation, painting lessons, a photography master class, a fashion photo shoot in a luxury suite – hotels are going all out to give you that escape from everyday life you’d get from overseas travel.
Private yoga sessions, sound bath meditation, painting lessons, a photography master class, a fashion photo shoot in a luxury suite – hotels are going all out to give you that escape from everyday life you’d get from overseas travel.
Size-inclusive brands offer both traditional and plus sizes and aim to provide more fashion-forward designs for a broader range of women, with labels such as 11 Honoré, Universal Standard and Good American leading the way.
Size-inclusive brands offer both traditional and plus sizes and aim to provide more fashion-forward designs for a broader range of women, with labels such as 11 Honoré, Universal Standard and Good American leading the way.
Kylie Jenner and Cardi B recently gave their two-year-olds Louis Vuitton and Hermès handbags. It’s a trend that’s not confined to celebrities.
Kylie Jenner and Cardi B recently gave their two-year-olds Louis Vuitton and Hermès handbags. It’s a trend that’s not confined to celebrities.
With many governments mandating mask wearing outdoors, we talk to runners about the best options and consider four masks developed by sportswear brands.
With many governments mandating mask wearing outdoors, we talk to runners about the best options and consider four masks developed by sportswear brands.
Deodorants have become fashionable again thanks to clean beauty brands using natural formulas free from ingredients that can cause irritation and long-term health issues. But the rise in quality also means a rise in price.
Deodorants have become fashionable again thanks to clean beauty brands using natural formulas free from ingredients that can cause irritation and long-term health issues. But the rise in quality also means a rise in price.
With CBD skincare starting to go mainstream in stores like Sephora, we explain terms like isolate, full spectrum and broad spectrum and recommend brands for items including serums, masks and moisturisers.
With CBD skincare starting to go mainstream in stores like Sephora, we explain terms like isolate, full spectrum and broad spectrum and recommend brands for items including serums, masks and moisturisers.
From a shoe endorsed by tennis star Roger Federer to sneakers that count Reese Witherspoon as a fan, these niche sneaker brands focus on function while still looking good.
From a shoe endorsed by tennis star Roger Federer to sneakers that count Reese Witherspoon as a fan, these niche sneaker brands focus on function while still looking good.
Hong Kong-raised artist Christina Wang founded quirky accessories label CJW in 2014 counts celebrities and influencers such as Eva Chen and Ali Wong among her fans.
Hong Kong-raised artist Christina Wang founded quirky accessories label CJW in 2014 counts celebrities and influencers such as Eva Chen and Ali Wong among her fans.
Some fabrics have natural antimicrobial properties that protect against bacteria, but the jury is out on the best antiviral clothing. Shiny fabrics like leather and vinyl may be the best bet for now.
Some fabrics have natural antimicrobial properties that protect against bacteria, but the jury is out on the best antiviral clothing. Shiny fabrics like leather and vinyl may be the best bet for now.
She left a career in communications for designer brands to focus on art as a means of expressing herself, and finds influence in everything from Egon Shiele to Wes Anderson.
She left a career in communications for designer brands to focus on art as a means of expressing herself, and finds influence in everything from Egon Shiele to Wes Anderson.
Instead of discounting, some brands have announced they are about to increase prices. The move is not uncommon in the world of luxury retail, but, in times of global crisis, it comes across as tone deaf.
Instead of discounting, some brands have announced they are about to increase prices. The move is not uncommon in the world of luxury retail, but, in times of global crisis, it comes across as tone deaf.
From skincare to hair care to make-up, experts offer their tips on what products you should keep on your bathroom shelf, what to throw away and when expiry dates actually matter.
From skincare to hair care to make-up, experts offer their tips on what products you should keep on your bathroom shelf, what to throw away and when expiry dates actually matter.
Rather than big-name labels with deep-pocketed backers, shop at local and ethical brands, and support craft-based brands.
Rather than big-name labels with deep-pocketed backers, shop at local and ethical brands, and support craft-based brands.
Women working from home, and stars stuck indoors such as Jessica Alba and Katy Perry, have stopped using make-up and spend more on skincare. If that’s you, be sure to load up on hyaluronic acid and collagen, one expert says.
Women working from home, and stars stuck indoors such as Jessica Alba and Katy Perry, have stopped using make-up and spend more on skincare. If that’s you, be sure to load up on hyaluronic acid and collagen, one expert says.
In the humid summer months, wearing a surgical mask all day can play havoc with your skin, causing pimples, clogged pores and breakouts. Dermatologist Barbara Sturm explains how to change your skincare routine to minimise such problems.
In the humid summer months, wearing a surgical mask all day can play havoc with your skin, causing pimples, clogged pores and breakouts. Dermatologist Barbara Sturm explains how to change your skincare routine to minimise such problems.
Hong Kong fashion designers were already dealing with fallout from months of anti-government protests when they were hit with the coronavirus. Here they tell how they hope to avoid financial ruin.
Hong Kong fashion designers were already dealing with fallout from months of anti-government protests when they were hit with the coronavirus. Here they tell how they hope to avoid financial ruin.
Winner of the first Karl Lagerfeld Award for Innovation, fashion designer Emily Adams Bode’s retro-modern designs use vintage US textiles and sustainable merino wool and historical crafting techniques.
Winner of the first Karl Lagerfeld Award for Innovation, fashion designer Emily Adams Bode’s retro-modern designs use vintage US textiles and sustainable merino wool and historical crafting techniques.
The coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the importance of hygiene, and the clothes we wear are no exception. Here are some laundry guidelines, from ideal water temperature to how often to wash and how to handle dirty clothes.
The coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the importance of hygiene, and the clothes we wear are no exception. Here are some laundry guidelines, from ideal water temperature to how often to wash and how to handle dirty clothes.
Jewellery resellers report a trend of people monetising unwanted items so they have cash in case of a prolonged coronavirus crisis. Here’s what you need to know about selling jewellery online, including factors that affect the price.
Jewellery resellers report a trend of people monetising unwanted items so they have cash in case of a prolonged coronavirus crisis. Here’s what you need to know about selling jewellery online, including factors that affect the price.
The London-based, China-born designer has been nominated for the International Woolmark Prize for a collection partly inspired by traditional Chinese medicine.
The London-based, China-born designer has been nominated for the International Woolmark Prize for a collection partly inspired by traditional Chinese medicine.
There are few things more in demand around the world than hand sanitiser amid the coronavirus pandemic, but did you know you can make it at home? Here’s how.
There are few things more in demand around the world than hand sanitiser amid the coronavirus pandemic, but did you know you can make it at home? Here’s how.
Art university has made a big impact since opening in 2010, and drawn visits by fashion designers such as Tory Burch and Guo Pei. Students’ safety was a factor in its decision to close. Current students offered e-learning or transfers to US.
Art university has made a big impact since opening in 2010, and drawn visits by fashion designers such as Tory Burch and Guo Pei. Students’ safety was a factor in its decision to close. Current students offered e-learning or transfers to US.
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