She invites everything that is good. Bright, fruity notes; an entrance that jolts you awake. A rich, floral statement made with rose and jasmine. Then, she enrobes you in amber, a woody composition that allows vetiver, creamy vanilla and patchouli to rise from within. One minute you’re dizzy with desire, the next you’re feeling refreshed for the day. Call it a game of push and pull, if you will.
Yet nothing can prepare you for the element of surprise, the one that comes when she finally settles on your skin. Such is the cosmic energy of the Coco Mademoiselle Crush Absolu, the latest chapter of the irreverent Coco Mademoiselle line, first dreamed up by Jacques Polge in 2001 to celebrate the audacious and carefree spirit of Coco Chanel herself. With the Crush Absolu, the codes are rewritten—to explore a new kind of femininity. The sort that leaves her own trail, and resists any singular interpretation. “Coco Mademoiselle Crush Absolu is an affirmation of the self. This fragrance offers a deeply personal experience that exists only when it is worn. I like to imagine that it accompanies the woman who wears it. It is not about conforming, but about revealing oneself, surprising oneself,” sums Olivier Polge, Chanel’s in-house perfumer.
So Coco Mademoiselle, how do you do indeed? Brimming with a youthful, exuberant presence, there is plenty to uncover about the Crush Absolu. For those who find her spell impossible to resist, there’s a special discovery of Chanel’s latest composition waiting in store for you this month.
Intrigued? Discover the new Coco Mademoiselle Crush Absolu with Chanel at Alma House in New Bahru on 19 August.
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This time of year, wellness and high fashion collide with unprecedented synergy. Singapore plays host to two major arrivals that are redefining beauty and self-care in distinctly elevated ways.
This July, Lululemon unveils its first yoga and pilates studio-integrated concept store in Southeast Asia, right at the heart of our little red dot. Seamlessly merging retail with physicality, the space offers more than just activewear; it’s a destination for yoga, pilates, and community-led wellness, all housed under one sleek roof.
Meanwhile, just a stone’s throw away, Prada Beauty makes its official Singapore debut, ushering in a new era of luxury cosmetics, skincare, and fragrance. This launch marks not only the arrival of the brand’s coveted beauty line but also heralds a shift in how high-fashion houses are redefining their presence in the Asian beauty world.
Where movement meets modern well-being and luxury is reimagined, our metropolis becomes a canvas for reinvention. Delve into the details behind these game-changing developments that redefine Singapore’s beauty and wellness landscape.
Lululemon debuts its first yoga and pilates studio-integrated concept store in Singapore
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Co-created with Within Co. founder Betty Kong, the space offers facilities beyond premium athleisure—it’s a holistic urban sanctuary merging active living with retail therapy. This signals the arrival of the global wellness zeitgeist in Singapore, grounded in community, elevated by intention, and delivered with that signature Lululemon polish.
Nestled within Orchard Road’s iconic Takashimaya Shopping Centre, the space invites guests to flow from the mat to the boutique in one seamless experience. Whether you’re dropping in for a reformer class or browsing the latest in performance wear, this trailblazing concept blurs the line between lifestyle and athleisure artistry.
Prada Beauty finally drops its full collection in Singapore
The Italian maison’s vision is clear: beauty, like fashion, should be a platform for self-expression, not conformity. Think architectural lipstick bullets, foundation shades refined by AI, and formulations that balance biotech precision with runway elegance.
More than just a range of products, Prada Beauty represents a thoughtful approach to inclusivity and creativity. Each shade and formula is designed to cater to diverse skin tones, types, and personal styles, encouraging both self-proclaimed beauty maestros and humble beauty novices alike to explore and personalise their beauty routines.
With its new counter at Tangs Plaza Singapore, serving as both atelier and archive, Prada Beauty Singapore isn’t just a launch, it’s a cultural moment—and yes, the viral Astral Pink Lip Balm is finally within our reach.
Everything you need to know about health and wellness this week: Apple takes on World Hearing Day
Think you’re too young to be experiencing hearing loss? Think again. According to the World Health Organization, over 1 billion people aged 12 to 35 years risk losing their hearing due to prolonged and excessive exposure to loud music and other recreational sounds. And by 2050, nearly 2.5 billion people are projected to have some degree of hearing loss.
Closer to home, the Singapore Association for the Deaf estimates that around 500,000 people here suffer from hearing loss. This may in turn, lead to bleak outcomes for their physical and mental health, education, employment, and social prospects.
Ahead of World Hearing Day on Monday 3 March, preserving, enhancing, and determining your hearing health in the comfort of your own home couldn’t be any simpler thanks to Apple. Available with the iOS 18 update, users can track their hearing with an at-home, scientifically-validated Hearing Test. Based on acoustic science, you’ll be introduced to a series of tones on the left and right ears, before receiving immediate results. The test is used in conjunction with Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 device, which adopts its pro-level active noise cancellation and in-ear seal to create the right environment for accurately evaluate your hearing.
As with all things Apple, the test is fast, effective, and accurate.
But what is diagnosis without help? Beyond being a tool to listen to your favourite podcasts or bands, the AirPods Pro 2 offers support as a clinical-grade Hearing Aid. This feature aims to help those with perceived mild to moderate hearing loss and can also be customised by individuals to help boost speech on phone calls or instruments within a soundtrack.
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The AirPods Pro 2 also helps reduce the exposure to loud noises, offering Loud Sound Reduction when set on Transparency mode. These new features are joined by existing ones such as the Noise app on Apple Watch, which notifies users when noise levels might affect their hearing.
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Helena Rubinstein officially lands in Singapore with its first Southeast Asia flagship
The avant-garde beauty brand arrives on our shores with its first Southeast Asia flagship at ION Orchard in Singapore. Since establishing itself as a pioneer in skincare in 1902, the brand has led with innovation and expertise—a legacy left behind by founder Madame Rubinstein. Its advances in science and technology has birthed unmatched formulas and timeless products like the REPLASTY Age Recovery Night Cream. Recently, the brand has also welcomed Oscar-winning Michelle Yeoh as its latest face, propositioning itself in a new era with this complementary partnership.
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Wellness therapies grounded on science-backed technology and ancient remedies are at the forefront of Rekoop’s new haven
Let your personal wellness take a win through a transformative journey at Rekoop’s social wellness club, opening its doors at 18 Robinson Road this June. Not your usual wellness space, this sanctuary boasts more than an opulent environment providing therapeutic refuge from the stressors of fast-paced local life. Rather, it intertwines innovative technology with ancient Eastern practices to offer bespoke programmes for each individual.
After an elaborate analysis of your wellness profile, using indicators such as stress, skin age, and metabolism, one can embark on achieving their multifaceted wellness goals by indulging in Rekoop’s abundant services. Reap the restorative benefits of Airpod oxygen therapy for accelerated healing, or relax through infrared saunas. Blood flow and immune function is improved in ice baths, just as collagen production and skin repair is stimulated with red light therapy. For pain relief, inflammation or muscle recovery, the cryo chambers are up your alley. With the assurance that Rekoop only utilises zero-waste products, you’re free to pamper yourself without guilt.
Keep an eye out for the launch on 1 June, as the first 50 founding members will unlock a variety of special privileges, including unlimited life access to cryotherapy and other treatments.
Rekoop will open on 1 June 2024, at 18 Robinson Rd, #04-01, Singapore 048547 between 7am to 7pm on Mondays to Fridays, and 9am to 5pm on Saturdays.
