Polene’s Cyme Tote, Rimowa’s Classic Aluminium Grid case and BTS’ Swim as a blazer

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This month’s haul reads like a love letter to the jet-setter who refuses to compromise on style—even when sprint-walking through Charles de Gaulle at 6 AM. Let’s start with the travel essentials: the Rimowa Classic Aluminium Grid Hand-Carry Case, a nostalgic nod to vintage luggage with that chef’s kiss blue handle that makes you feel like you’re starring in your own Wes Anderson film. Then there’s Polène’s Cyme Tote in Textured Ebony, which fits my laptop, my life and that extra pair of loafers I swore I wouldn’t buy in Milan.

Speaking of Seoul—let me paint you a picture. BTS’s comeback concert in Goyang, first night, torrential downpour. There I was, utterly drenched, watching V transform into an aquatic comedian as he lay belly-down on the rain-soaked stage singing “Swim”, casually rolling around in puddles. (I said a prayer for his stylist.) Pure, unhinged brilliance. Thus, when I saw this tailored blazer with golden buttons at Zara that mirrored BTS’s navy-inspired looks for the “Swim” MV, I simply had to own it.

 The Manà x Carina Nicklas Shell Tassel Necklace channels those dreamy afternoons spent treasure-hunting through Parisian vintage markets. And finally, the Zara Home x Colin King Onyx Oval Box, because every magpie needs a sophisticated hiding spot for their collection of concert tickets, foreign metro cards, and other treasures galore.

Find Me Now knitwear, a Fu Nagasawa oil painting, and florals for spring

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I’ve come out of Hong Kong’s March Madness (aka. Art Month) completely worn out and sleep deprived. But hey, at least I have a thousand photos of art that will never see the light of day! Except this Fu Nagasawa oil painting of two ducks sizing each other up. It is titled “Menace”—which is very amusing—but has an ethereal, slightly melancholic quality that I find utterly mesmerising. I may not be so lucky to own the artwork just yet, but its impact on my life is already showing. Take the colour choices of my spring 2026 wardrobe picks, for instance.

The LANG pop-up in Kimpton Tsim Sha Tsui broadened my knowledge of Asian-American brands, and now New York-based label find me now definitely has my attention. Their knit raglan long sleeve comes in mellow hues straight from the “Menace” colour palette, and earns plus points for being sweaty-girl friendly with its lightweight cotton fabrication. Keeping things easy, breezy, beautiful are these staple linen pants from Oddli made all the more precious with the brand’s signature button detailing, and a jaw-dropping give-the-design-team-a-raise pair of olive green tabi-sneaker hybrids from Jeffrey Campbell. Lastly, I’ve been stopped in my tracks by these Vinh Lê handcrafted ear cuffs that feel like wearable art. Miranda Priestly may scorn at the idea of florals for spring, but I for one, celebrate them. Who needs to be groundbreaking when you can just be happy? — Alyanna Raissa Javier Payos, Senior Lifestyle and Culture Writer 

“Good grammar is sexy” T-shirt, Olivia Dean vinyl, and a nature-inspired clock

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Being comfortable—I realise that’s what I’m chasing. Not just in the physical sense of being at ease, but an alignment from inside out—looks and outlook! Even though attaining that has more to do with practice than products, there are certainly things that inspire and uplift. 

Imagine you’re in a forest with lush green trees that form a canopy above, golden sunlight is filtering through the treetops, and a gentle wind blows through the leaves. Somehow, this clock manages to evoke the peace of nature. There’s something very organic in the clock-hands’ gentle, synchronised movements—just like trees swaying in the wind or dancers flowing on stage—which magically removes ‘time’ of its stress-inducing quality. I can only think of one person who never seems stressed, and she’s Dua Lipa—the superstar who recently spotted a “Good grammar is sexy” slogan t-shirt. I truly believe that if I operated more like her every day, I’d be more successful, or at least, going on more holidays. 

To emulate her, “good grammar” will now be on the list of non-negotiables. If I ever abandon this, a dose of Olivia Dean for clarity: I could save myself the stress/ Wear the trousers and the dress. The only thing more joyous than Olivia Dean’s singing is a whole crowd belting her lyrics. That on vinyl would be perfection, and it exists in the form of the Live At Eventim Apollo Vinyl. Lastly, to reconnect with my inner child, a handmade pendant of an elephant by July Rose. And to connect with my higher self—aka me, but in New York—these soft, relaxed, low-rise jeans in a crazy good Burnt Orange shade by Still Here New York. — Karrie Lam,  Culture and Lifestyle Writer 

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