https://www.scmp.com/rss/328178/feed Bridgette is the Multimedia Producer on the Specialist Publications desk at SCMP. She has a passion for news, people and experimental forms of visual storytelling. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com As we bid adieu to a tumultuous year, unlike any other in recent memory, we’re all hoping for a better 12 months to come. For many across Asia that means turning to predictions for the coming Year of the Ox. This Lunar New Year offers hope and comfort for most signs of the Chinese zodiac, while others are advised to look after their mental, physical and emotional well-being. 6 places to eat poon choi with a twist in Hong Kong this Lunar New Year In STYLE tradition, we spoke to prominent feng... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3121332/what-does-year-ox-mean-donald-trump-how-about-joe-biden?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3121332/what-does-year-ox-mean-donald-trump-how-about-joe-biden?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Feb 2021 02:00:18 +0000 This year, Jonathan Hui became the first Hongkonger to win the GT World Challenge Europe, racing in the pro-am category with the Sky Tempesta Racing team. “Racing is so direct in terms of this notion of racing against time because every single thing you do is measured against the clock, against the stopwatch,” says the history-making racing driver. Donald Trump and Joe Biden’s favourite watches – revealed What’s more, he achieved this memorable first, as a teammate of racing legend Giancarlo... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3116354/first-hong-kong-racing-driver-win-gt-world-challenge-europe?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3116354/first-hong-kong-racing-driver-win-gt-world-challenge-europe?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Jan 2021 10:00:24 +0000 This year has been the year of video. There isn’t a corner of the globe that hasn’t been affected by Covid-19 and as we observed social distancing and restricted travel, technology has kept us going. Video not only connected us to friends, family and work, but as country after country locked down, the creation and consumption of video content went through the roof. While 2020 might have been memorable for the worst of reasons, at STYLE our silver lining is the fact that our YouTube community has... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3115391/k-pops-bts-and-blackpink-mukesh-and-nita-ambani-shiloh?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3115391/k-pops-bts-and-blackpink-mukesh-and-nita-ambani-shiloh?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 26 Dec 2020 06:00:16 +0000 Sean Connery, who died aged 90 on October 31 – Halloween – was not only one of the most famous actors of the past 50 years; in 1999 he was named the “Sexiest Man of the Century” by People magazine. The silver screen’s original James Bond, he was smart, handsome, refined, debonair and by far the most popular of the seven actors who took 007 to the big screen, playing the classic spy role created by British naval intelligence officer-turned-author Ian Fleming in 1953. Will Henry Golding be the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3109948/live-bond-late-sean-connerys-luxury-french-villa-inside?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3109948/live-bond-late-sean-connerys-luxury-french-villa-inside?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 15 Nov 2020 22:00:17 +0000 Highlights on the world’s cultural calendar have been cancelled en masse this year in the wake of Covid-19. The 77th Venice International Film Festival, which took place from September 2 to 12, was the first international film competition to be held since the pandemic began – albeit a streamlined, semi-digital version. It was the perfect opportunity to see how social distancing would work at a high-profile event on a large scale. Attendees also had the privilege of feasting their eyes on red... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3101620/venice-film-festival-2020s-best-dressed-celebs-cate?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3101620/venice-film-festival-2020s-best-dressed-celebs-cate?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Sep 2020 08:23:23 +0000 “My obsession with cars started as early as I can remember,” Jonathan Hui, the scion of one of Hong Kong’s best-known business dynasties, tells me at his family home in Big Wave Bay. While his parents might have thought this was just a phase, as his passion for cars grew, so did their expense. His collection now spans over 20 cars including multiple Ferraris and a one of a kind Pagani Zonda Fantasma Evo, for which Hui collaborated with founder Horacio Pagani in crafting its unique... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3099209/ferraris-porsches-and-one-kind-pagani-zonda-fantasma-evo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3099209/ferraris-porsches-and-one-kind-pagani-zonda-fantasma-evo?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 28 Aug 2020 10:00:07 +0000 As they say, “the higher you climb, the further you have to fall”, and nowhere is that truer than in the world of celebrity. Once you make it onto the A-list, the 6 figure cheques start rolling in. After all, the world’s highest paid actor Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson earned US$87.5 million last year, topping Forbes’ highest-paid celebrity list for the second year in a row. Vin Diesel (US$54 million), Ben Affleck (US$55 million), Mark Wahlberg (US$58 million) and Ryan Reynolds (US$71.5 million)... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3098531/how-did-lady-gaga-50-cent-nicholas-cage-kelly-rowland-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3098531/how-did-lady-gaga-50-cent-nicholas-cage-kelly-rowland-and?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 24 Aug 2020 11:00:09 +0000 If there is one thing that the coronavirus has taught us, it’s that no amount of fame, money or celebrity can keep you safe from Covid-19. On Wednesday (March 25), Clarence House reported that 71-year old Prince Charles had tested positive for the coronavirus. He and his wife Camilla, the Duchess of Cornwall, are self-isolating at Balmoral Castle in Scotland. The duchess has not been infected. The immediate question on most people’s minds is, how is the queen doing? According to a Buckingham... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3077120/prince-charles-isnt-only-royal-affected-coronavirus-how?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3077120/prince-charles-isnt-only-royal-affected-coronavirus-how?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Mar 2020 23:00:06 +0000 The world said goodbye to an icon of Hollywood this month, Kirk Douglas, when the legendary actor died on February 5, at the age of 103. One of the last surviving faces of the industry’s Golden Age, the quintessential leading man had a career that spanned six decades in front of the camera. Douglas was so much a part of the film industry that all four of his sons – the most famous of whom, Michael, announced his father’s passing – landed up working in Tinseltown in some capacity. However, it... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3052665/kirk-douglas-was-worth-us60-million-when-he-died-his?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3052665/kirk-douglas-was-worth-us60-million-when-he-died-his?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 27 Feb 2020 12:00:13 +0000 When Billie Eilish dropped the No Time to Die theme song this week, it left us wondering what had happened to one of her predecessors – Adele. The Skyfall singer received widespread critical acclaim and went on to win a whole host of awards, including the Oscar for best original song, in 2012 – marking the first time a Bond theme had done so since 1981. Best and worst dressed at the Grammys 2020 – video She followed that success with her third studio album “25”, in 2015, and a world tour a year... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3051352/adeles-new-album-release-leak-everything-you-need-know?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3051352/adeles-new-album-release-leak-everything-you-need-know?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 19 Feb 2020 07:01:11 +0000 The 73rd British Academy Film Awards (Baftas) took place at the Royal Albert Hall in London on Sunday. The penultimate awards ceremony of the season this will be the last time some of the world’s biggest stars can hone their style before the Oscars next week. We’re delighted to report more hits than misses on the red carpet. 5 things to know about Awkwafina, award-winning star of The Farewell While previous award ceremonies championed sustainability with vegan menus, the Baftas delivered a... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3048759/baftas-2020-joaquin-phoenix-renee-zellweger-and-sam?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3048759/baftas-2020-joaquin-phoenix-renee-zellweger-and-sam?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 03 Feb 2020 12:00:07 +0000 Even at STYLE we get star-struck from time to time, and some of the interviews from 2019 made us thankful we had our jobs. We were fortunate enough to interview actors, athletes, royalty and more. Take a look at our top celebrity videos for the year. Exclusive interview with Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York We met Sarah Ferguson when she was Hong Kong and got to spend more than an hour with the duchess. We asked her everything from her thoughts on the Hong Kong protests, to dealing with... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3043699/juju-chan-red-velvet-which-top-celebrity-interview-was?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3043699/juju-chan-red-velvet-which-top-celebrity-interview-was?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Dec 2019 18:00:10 +0000 We’ve had a wonderful year making videos at STYLE. From runways to red carpets, here’s a look at the 10 most-watched videos of 2019. 10. Lawrence Wong dialled in to talk to us We spoke to Lawrence Wong about his experience filming Story of Yanxi Palace, his upcoming projects and other important information, such as the superpower he would choose and what he would do if he found a penguin in his freezer. Which celebrity couple had the most romantic proposal of 2019? 9. Six things to know about... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3042594/song-song-couple-jessica-jung-which-were-styles-10-most?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3042594/song-song-couple-jessica-jung-which-were-styles-10-most?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Dec 2019 02:00:06 +0000 “It’s an honour to be called anything Bruce Lee,” the Hong Kong-born, American actress says with a shy smile. It’s not the first time JuJu Chan has been asked what it’s like being called the “female Bruce Lee”. The comparison however is difficult to overlook in the up-and-coming actress, who can perform multiple martial arts styles. “Bruce Lee is so iconic, he is the one and only. So for me, being called the female Bruce Lee, I guess it's a motivation for me to do better,” says the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3038792/why-bruce-lee-fan-and-wu-assassins-star-juju-chan?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/leisure/article/3038792/why-bruce-lee-fan-and-wu-assassins-star-juju-chan?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 21 Nov 2019 10:05:25 +0000 Vietnamese model-turned-fashion show producer Jessica Minh Anh always puts on a spectacular show. She has conquered some of the world’s most iconic landmarks and impressed audiences with a two-tiered, outdoor, 150-metre catwalk on the first floor of the Eiffel Tower. In Singapore, she turned the OCBC Skyway at Gardens by the Bay into a runway, and in Kuala Lumpur, she produced the world’s highest fashion show across the Petronas Twin Towers’ sky bridge. Meet Jessica Minh Anh, fashion sensation... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3030515/grand-canyon-eiffel-tower-and-now-solar-powered-boat-jessica?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3030515/grand-canyon-eiffel-tower-and-now-solar-powered-boat-jessica?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Sep 2019 09:52:32 +0000 Sevens fever has hit Hong Kong as people descend on the city for the premier tournament on the World Rugby Sevens Series. The event, which started in 1976, has blossomed from humble beginnings to the stage where it attracts visitors from around the globe. Rugby is gaining in popularity across Asia, with interest in the 15-a-side version expected to peak from September 20 to November 2 when Japan hosts the Rugby World Cup tournament. Ahead of this weekend’s Hong Kong Sevens, we spoke to Hong Kong... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3004477/hong-kong-rugby-sevens-players-talk-char-siu-bao-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3004477/hong-kong-rugby-sevens-players-talk-char-siu-bao-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Apr 2019 07:50:27 +0000 British celebrities Naomi Campbell and Liam Payne have been spotted together again – this time in Hong Kong during the Formula E Hong Kong E-Prix motor racing weekend, held in Central earlier this month. Rumours have been circulating since January that the supermodel and singer songwriter, who found fame with the boy band One Direction, are romantically involved, after they took a trip to Ghana together. The speculation has only grown after the two left flirtatious comments on each other’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3002815/formula-e-fans-naomi-campbell-and-liam-payne-happy?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3002815/formula-e-fans-naomi-campbell-and-liam-payne-happy?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Mar 2019 07:00:11 +0000 Look up the word supermodel in the dictionary and you might find Naomi Campbell’s picture. The iconic model is one of the most recognisable faces in the world, and we got to meet her. Campbell started modelling at the age of 15, and by the late 1980s she, Christy Turlington and Linda Evangelista were the most in-demand models of their generation. The earliest form of influencers, the women changed the industry. The Trinity, as they were known – along with Cindy Crawford, Claudia Schiffer and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3002363/why-naomi-campbell-formula-e-devotee-fashion-queen?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/3002363/why-naomi-campbell-formula-e-devotee-fashion-queen?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 Mar 2019 03:00:16 +0000 Formula E returns to Hong Kong this weekend, on Sunday, March 10, with 22 drivers from 11 teams competing in the fifth race of the season and marking the sport’s 50th event. The all-electric race made its global debut in Beijing’s Olympic Park in 2014 and has since gained popularity across the globe, with 13 races in 12 cities across five continents. The last race was held earlier this year, on February 16 in Mexico City. FIA president Jean Todt and Spanish businessman Alejandro Agag, developed... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2189260/hong-kong-e-prix-formula-e-sparks-life-weekend-22-all?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2189260/hong-kong-e-prix-formula-e-sparks-life-weekend-22-all?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 10 Mar 2019 01:04:41 +0000 Yee sang is a salad believed to have originated in Southern China, a tradition that emigrants took back to Malaysia and Singapore. It was made popular in the 1960s in its contemporary form, where family and friends get together to “toss the salad”, “lou hei or “lou sang”, as a way to bring good luck and fortune in the coming year. The Prosperity Toss, as the salad is also known, incorporates over 20 auspicious ingredients, each added for a different reason. Why ‘Chunwan’, China’s Lunar New Year... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2184714/how-lou-sang-right-way-during-lunar-new-year-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2184714/how-lou-sang-right-way-during-lunar-new-year-more?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Feb 2019 03:31:31 +0000 My very first thought while watching the opening of Studio City in Macau’s new all-electric stunt show Elekron is of the scene in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace where Anakin races against Sebulba in the Boonta Eve Podrace. The show opens with motorbikes, quad bikes, cars, you name it, filling the arena with a dizzying array of stunts, that I’m sure I missed some. Elekron is an ancient Phoenician word meaning “shining light”, which may explain the strange spelling to viewers unsure of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2184199/studio-city-macau-elekron-brings-post-apocalyptic-world?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2184199/studio-city-macau-elekron-brings-post-apocalyptic-world?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 30 Jan 2019 05:19:33 +0000 Owning a soccer club in England is about as big a statement of intent as one can make. Chelsea’s owner Roman Abramovich and Manchester City’s Mansour bin Zayed al-Nahyan have received much attention with their huge investments which include buying some of the world’s best players. They are not the only ones to show off their wealth. Chinese company China Media Capital (CMC) Holdings and Citic Capital have a 13 per cent stake in Manchester City. Owning a soccer club is big business that goes far... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2179363/roman-abramovich-move-aside-5-asian-billionaires-who?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2179363/roman-abramovich-move-aside-5-asian-billionaires-who?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 26 Dec 2018 09:03:37 +0000 ’Tis the season to be merry, and as you spruce up your home and start shopping for your perfectly planned Christmas menu, it might be time to give your tree a makeover. The decorations in Hong Kong are magnificent, and with a few simple tricks of the trade you can bring the same elegance to your home. Hosting people over Christmas can be stressful, that is why we decided to get advice from an expert on how to decorate the perfect tree. Eat, drink and be merry this Christmas in Hong Kong and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2177946/watch-how-iconic-hong-kong-five-star-hotel-decorates?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2177946/watch-how-iconic-hong-kong-five-star-hotel-decorates?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 14 Dec 2018 03:39:42 +0000 The Honma Hong Kong Open is back for its 60th edition on Thursday with many of the world’s leading golfers heading to Hong Kong for the event that marks the start of the European Tour season – and the 2019 Race to Dubai. They will be hoping to score some early points to reach the Tour’s season-ending DP World Tour Championship, Dubai, held at Jumeirah Golf Estates. The Hong Kong Open, with its US$2 million purse, will be played at Hong Kong Golf Club’s Fanling course over four days, ending on... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2174069/6-hot-golfers-who-will-be-swinging-high-honma-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2174069/6-hot-golfers-who-will-be-swinging-high-honma-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 20 Nov 2018 07:00:30 +0000 1. Shinji Kagawa – Borussia Dortmund Shinji Kagawa is perhaps one of the most famous of all the Asian players in Europe after numerous successes at Manchester United between 2012 and 2014. In 2013 Kagawa scored his first hat-trick for United, making him the first Asian player to score a hat-trick in the Premier League. The same year he became the first Japanese player to win a Premier League title. Kagawa moved to the Bundesliga team Borussia Dortmund in 2014 for an undisclosed fee. He recently... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2166893/who-are-top-6-highest-earning-asian-footballers-europe?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2166893/who-are-top-6-highest-earning-asian-footballers-europe?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 04 Oct 2018 03:03:16 +0000 Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka won her first grand slam title – in the women’s singles event at the US Open last week. The achievement was overshadowed by on-court controversy following a row between her American opponent Serena Williams and the umpire. View this post on Instagram Also if I could, I want to thank my parents and the crew. Literally these past 2 weeks in NY have been very tough so S/O to them. A post shared by Naomi Osaka 大坂なおみ (@naomiosakatennis)... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2164102/5-things-you-should-know-about-naomi-osaka-us-open?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2164102/5-things-you-should-know-about-naomi-osaka-us-open?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:00:39 +0000 With Mid-Autumn Festival coming up (it falls on September 24 this year) the odds are you’re bound to pick up few boxes of mooncakes to share with friends and family over the coming weeks. The top 11 traditional mooncakes in Singapore Instead of going for the usual lotus seed paste with double yolk, what about going for ones filled with coffee custard, pineapple – or even pickled ginger? Here are our favourite mooncakes made with a creative twist, which will have you feeling over the moon – and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2163175/11-favourite-mooncakes-delicious-creative-twist?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2163175/11-favourite-mooncakes-delicious-creative-twist?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 07 Sep 2018 07:01:10 +0000 Xiaolongbao is a dim sum staple, but not many people know how to make this world renowned delicacy, so we headed over to the recently opened Old Bailey in Tai Kwun Heritage Center to learn how to make some from the restaurant’s dim sum chef – Master Hong. Follow us as we learn how to make xiaolongbao at Old Bailey 奧卑利! Find out more: https://bit.ly/2wfkf30 Posted by STYLE magazine, South China Morning Post on Monday, 20 August 2018 First we had to make the xiaolongbao’s skin with flour,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2160591/art-making-xiaolongbao-old-bailey?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2160591/art-making-xiaolongbao-old-bailey?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 21 Aug 2018 02:48:15 +0000 Madonna is one of the most revered pop icons of the 21st century. Her influence on fashion, culture and music is unparalleled. The Queen of Pop released her album, “Like A Virgin”, in 1984 and has continued to surprise audiences and reinvent herself decade after decade. This year, Madonna announced on her Instagram that she is working on her 14th studio album. As an early celebration of her 60th birthday, she was featured on the cover of Vogue Italia’s August edition, which goes to show age is... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2159753/celebrate-madonnas-60th-birthday-our-favourite-live?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people-events/article/2159753/celebrate-madonnas-60th-birthday-our-favourite-live?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 16 Aug 2018 03:00:18 +0000 Whether you are a child or an adult, you will probably agree that unicorns are a universally loved mythical creature. With unicorn make-up brushes, unicorn phone cases and unicorn accessories being all the rage, we went to try our hand at making some adorable unicorn cupcakes. We headed over to Bakebe – a baking studio in Wan Chai that is fully stocked with all the ingredients anyone could ever need to create any kind of bakery masterpiece. It also has iPads with its own proprietary video... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2159151/how-make-unicorn-cupcakes-new-bakebe-baking-studio?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/travel-food/article/2159151/how-make-unicorn-cupcakes-new-bakebe-baking-studio?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:43:32 +0000