Disturbing the status-quo
English singer songwriter Sarah Faith Griffiths, who performs under the moniker Griff, is coming to Hong Kong to perform at Live at the Big Top, a new music series at the AIA Carnival in Central Harbourfront on January 24. Ahead of her visit, the artist of Chinese and Jamaican heritage tells Tatler about her relationship with Taylor Swift, and why her industry needs more women and people of colour producing songs.
To celebrate the creativity that comes from shaking up the status-quo, we take a look at others who are causing ripples of change in their fields. For example, British singer FKA Twigs, who has been challenging the double standards imposed on women of colour in the public space; La(Horde), a French collective that boldly defies the current movements in dance by prioritising social values over aesthetics; and a group of fabulous influencers, including Bretman Rock, who are breaking gender stereotypes in the world of beauty.
Other newsletter highlights this week:
- The energy of transformation is extra potent this week, here’s what it means for your star sign.
- Long jumper Tiffany Yue on how her Asian Games success boosted her ambition and body confidence.
- Can’t wait for Art Basel? Here are all the Hong Kong exhibitions you need to see ahead of art month.
- Check out some of Asia’s most beautiful Starbucks stores that are worth travelling to.
Dear Tatler reader, don’t be afraid to speak your truth—people around you might need it more than you think. Until next time, have a happy Friday and a great weekend ahead!
Salomé Grouard
Deputy Digital Editor
POWER & PURPOSE
Long jumper Tiffany Yue is aiming for new heights
Tiffany Yue in her training sand pit in Sha Tin (Photo: Zed Leets / Tatler Hong Kong)
At the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou, Tiffany Yue broke the Hong Kong long jump record, and won bronze in the women’s long jump category.
The athlete takes a break from her training for the Paris Olympics happening this summer to share with Tatler how she hopes to reach new heights at the competition this year.
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British educator Sir Anthony Seldon on the benefits of holistic learning for your child.
We explore 5 times FKA Twigs championed female empowerment, body positivity and Black authenticity.
His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco shares his vision of a greener future with Tatler, and the efforts he is championing.
LIFESTYLE
For French collective La(Horde), social values are more important than aesthetics
“Tempo Vicino” by Lucinda Childs (Photo: Lasseindra et Doherty)
(La)Horde, which took part in the prestigious Dance Reflections festival supported by Van Cleef & Arpels and took place all over the world between 2020 and 2023, sat down with Tatler to talk about their wish to make contemporary dance inclusive, and prioritising social value over aesthetics.
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Inside the Rakxa wellness retreat in Bangkok, which combines ancient healing and medical science.
Pluto will be going through a once-in-a-lifetime transit next week, Tatler’s astrologer Casey Chan explains what it means for each star sign.
Can’t wait for Art Basel? Here are all the Hong Kong exhibitions you need to see ahead of art month.
STYLE
Sacai’s Chitose Abe on bridging streetwear and high fashion
Designer Chitose Abe (Photo: Zed Leets / Tatler Asia)
Sacai’s Chitose Abe visited Hong Kong for the first time in five years last October.
For the occasion, she sat down with Tatler to talk about her friendships with Tony Leung and Pharrell Williams, and the brand’s latest collab with a restaurant that resulted in an udon dish.
MORE FROM STYLE
We spotlight five Asian beauty influencers who are challenging the notion that make-up and masculinity are antithetical to each other.
K-pop girlband Aespa shares highlights of its journey thus far and the exciting experiences as Chopard ambassador.
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Perlée collection is a beautiful celebration of contrasts and curves.
GEN.T
Food influencer Jeeca Uy on listening to her body and eating intuitively
Jeeca Uy, who operates ‘The Foodie Takes Flight’ recreates beloved Asian dishes with vegan alternatives (Photo: Jeeca Uy)
According to a Statista survey, eating healthier is the third most popular resolution people have for the new year. But for content creator Jeeca Uy, eating cleanly has been part of life for close to a decade.
She shares her techniques and tips regularly with her nearly a million social media followers to help them find a lifestyle that works for them.
MORE FROM GEN.T
Are you struggling to learn new tricks? Perhaps you need to let go of some old ones first.
Our favourite quotes and accompanying lessons about time, business and life from some of this year’s biggest winners at this year’s Golden Globes.
MTR Lab explains how the company has been innovating in the investment sector at the Tatler Gen.T Summit.
DINING
Meet China’s first female advanced sommelier
Li Meiyu, China’s first female advanced sommelier
Before 2011, Mainland China had fewer than five sommeliers in practice. Enter Li Meiyu, China’s first female advanced sommelier who is reshaping global perceptions of Chinese wines.
The sommelier, wine consultant and Chinese wine advocate decants the ascent of Chinese wines, the challenges that come with it and the ones to watch.
MORE FROM DINING
How Asia’s most beautiful Starbucks stores have been designed as more than just a spot for a coffee break.
Sue Hodder, one of Australia’s top winemakers, talks about climate change and the allure of medium-bodied wines.
Mediterranean classics, refreshing cocktails and beach views await at Terracotta Lamma, Lamma Island’s new bar.
AROUND ASIA
SINGAPORE | Art SG returns for its second edition in January 2024 with an expanded programme anchoring Singapore Art Week.
PHILIPPINES | Read through our cultural wanderer’s guide to Binondo, Manila.
MALAYSIA | For Chinese New Year, hit up these five boutique hotels in Kuala Lumpur.
