What is Japandi Style and 5 ways to get the look
The Japandi style has made waves in recent years and shows no signs of slowing down. Featuring a combination of Japanese and Scandinavian interior design, the style is characterised by simplicity, tranquillity, and functionality.
Focusing on natural elements and sustainability, the style promotes a meaningful lifestyle that appreciates life’s simple pleasures and embraces imperfections.
With its emphasis on neutral colours, natural materials, and plenty of greenery, many choose to design their house this way due to its timeless and organic appeal. Find out how you can incorporate a little Japandi in your home.
Also in this week’s newsletter:
- From art deco to UFO inspired designs, here are the most unique McDonald’s around the world
- Our senior style writer takes you through this summer’s best beauty buys
- How fellow Malaysians helped each other out in the aftermath of Good Vibes Festival’s cancellation
- We speak to some of our Front & Female award winners on their hope for an equitable and beneficial future
Cheers,
Sim Wie Boon
Digital Editor
HOMES
9 most beautiful McDonald’s in the world
McDonalds in Batumi, Georgia (Photo: Instagram/ @maria.drobinskaya)
As one of the largest fast-food chains in the world, the ubiquitous eatery has an expansive collection of restaurants in interesting and noteworthy downright extraordinary buildings. From an art deco building in Melbourne to a flying saucer–shaped location in New Mexico, we take you through some of the most uniquely designed McDonald’s around the world.
MORE FROM HOMES
Take a tour through this Victorian-era townhouse in the idyllic Notting Hill neighbourhood of London designed with a Japandi flair in mind.
Revered interior designer Vianca Añonuevo-Favila shares some tips on how luxury doesn’t have to be loud but can be executed effectively in subtle ways.
Peek inside this stunning house designed by the Filipino architect Royal Pineda who infused architectural design principles into a house inspired by a mere mushroom.
STYLE
What’s in my bag? Our top beauty picks for the summer
“It’s not just a bag, it’s Prada!” (Photography: Daniel Adams)
Forget about hot girl summer; this year, it‘s all about happy girl summer. Our senior style writer gives you a look inside her bag for the beauty essentials that you must have at all times during the summer.
MORE FROM STYLE
The world‘s biggest luxury group, LVMH group, has announced a sponsorship deal with the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics.
We stopped by the movie premier of Barbie in Malaysia to catch these Barbie and Ken dolls who scored full marks on their style report cards.
Head to Kering Eyewear Malaysia’s sophisticated new concept store in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur to shop for the best designer glasses and sunglasses.
LIFESTYLE
Good vibes, big hearts: heartwarming ways Malaysians helped each other after Good Vibes Festival’s cancellation
Photo: Good Vibes Festival
Despite the disappointing cancellation of the Good Vibes Festival 2023 due to the unruly behaviour of The 1975‘s Matt Healy and the ensuing controversy it created, Malaysians showed their ‘true good vibes’ by coming together to support those most adversely affected by the incident.
MORE FROM LIFESTYLE
Venture beyond ordinary vacations and embrace heart-pounding excitement with these exceptional and risky expeditions.
From lust gardens to unique buildings lined with spring flowers, we list down some of the most beautiful university campuses in Asia.
We sit down with Charles Frump, the managing director of Volvo Car Malaysia, to talk to us about his journey in his career and the direction of the company locally.
POWER & PURPOSE
5 inspiring ladies on creating a better future for women in Malaysia
Photo: Daniel Adams
In this Front & Female Awards special presented in partnership with BMW Malaysia, we sit down with five award winners who share their hopes for an equitable and beneficial future for all women.
MORE FROM POWER & PURPOSE
Meet the people behind Asia’s leading luxury watch retailers contributing to the region’s love affair with beautiful watches.
From tackling gender-based violence to supporting migrant domestic workers, meet seven young leaders who are protecting women and propelling them to success.
Tanya Rolfe, co-founder of the financial education platform Sophia, shares how you can resist the siren call of consumerism with a balanced and practical approach.
AROUND ASIA
HONG KONG | This month’s edition of House Stories, a monthly panel series by Tatler Hong Kong and The Upper House, highlights women’s personal journeys in male-dominated industries.
SINGAPORE | Ralph’s Coffee, Ralph Lauren’s speciality café lands in Singapore to serve up quality coffee and classic American desserts.
PHILIPPINES | Tatler Philippines’ Asia’s Most Influential 2022 honouree Chris Po discusses food security and why it matters.
