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China's President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan, wearing a grey dress cinched at the waist, wave as they arrive at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland to be greeted by US President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump on September 23, 2026. Photo: AP
Fashion

How Chinese first lady Peng Liyuan is a symbol of China’s fashion soft power

Peng once again showed off exclusively Chinese designs as she stepped off the plane for the Xi-Trump meeting in the US.

SCMP Highlights

Hong Kong Gen Z revives herbal teas; experts on intimacy: 7 Lifestyle highlights

Fashion

Forget colour analysis – how colour pyramids can help you dress your best

Fashion

Why wear what everyone else is wearing? The rise of bespoke jewellery in Asia

Jewellery with an ‘emotional connection’ is redefining luxury for consumers in mainland China, Hong Kong and Singapore.

Pieces from brands (from left) Calla Lily, Pen Mane and Austy Lee. Asian luxury consumers are increasingly turning to bespoke jewellery. Photos: Calla Lily, Pen Mane, Austy Lee
Pieces from brands (from left) Calla Lily, Pen Mane and Austy Lee. Asian luxury consumers are increasingly turning to bespoke jewellery. Photos: Calla Lily, Pen Mane, Austy Lee
Obituaries

Famed ‘Designer to the Stars’ Bob Mackie dead at 87

Oscars, Emmys, and Broadway creator dressed generations of icons from Marilyn Monroe and Cher to Zendaya.

Fashion

Hong Kong as Asia’s next fashion hub? Fashion Fest could help make it happen

Hong Kong Fashion Fest 2026 highlights local talent as well as the challenges they face as the city seeks to cement its place in fashion.

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What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, September 11-13

From a craft beer festival to an introspective art exhibition and a soundwalk to Tomorrowland’s fashion pop-up, there’s a lot on this weekend.

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Black Kite Brewery’s Flockfest 2026 craft beer festival, at PMQ from September 11 to 13, is one of the exciting happenings in Hong Kong this weekend. Here’s what else to do and see. Photo: Black Kite Brewery
Black Kite Brewery’s Flockfest 2026 craft beer festival, at PMQ from September 11 to 13, is one of the exciting happenings in Hong Kong this weekend. Here’s what else to do and see. Photo: Black Kite Brewery
Beauty

Bottling memories and Hong Kong vibes? For Floriography, it just makes scents

Floriography’s perfumes are inspired by environments and experiences, from old bookstores to Hong Kong’s chaotic street smells.

Fashion

‘I enjoy the hunt’: Hong Kong shoppers are turning to second-hand luxury fashion

Hong Kong’s younger shoppers are embracing preloved designer items for their affordability, sustainability and investment value.

Beauty

What is ‘nailmaxxing’? Why natural, ‘clean’ nails are trending right now

The latest beauty trend focuses on healthy, natural-looking nails over elaborate art. Experts weigh in on the shift towards simple elegance.

Forget fancy nail art – immaculate, natural nails are hot right now, but achieving the look can involve more work than you think. Photo: dpa
Beauty

7 ways to reduce dark circles under the eyes without using make-up or needles

There are many reasons for dark circles under your eyes, and each has its own remedy, say experts, who share 7 non-invasive treatments.

You can reduce dark circles under your eyes without surgery or make-up, say experts. A good night's sleep and your morning coffee are among the solutions. Photo: Shutterstock
You can reduce dark circles under your eyes without surgery or make-up, say experts. A good night's sleep and your morning coffee are among the solutions. Photo: Shutterstock
Fashion

From royalty to ready-to-wear – British fashion designer Patrick McDowell

Worn by the Princess of Wales, Lady Gaga and Keira Knightley, the fashion designer explains how Hong Kong is a key part of his plans.

Jewellery

Why one of the most interesting places to find modern jewellery is Scotland

Scotland is becoming a growing centre for contemporary luxury jewellery as designers draw on the country’s cultural and natural influences.

Chinese culture

This Singaporean designer is reviving Chinese hanfu for the modern era

Chinese-born fashion historian and designer Gong Pan Pan is reimagining the hanfu for the contemporary world.

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Gong Pan Pan was born in Changsha, in China, but immigrated with her parents to Singapore when she was six years old. Gong Pan Pan is working on reviving hanfu for the contemporary consumer. Photo: Gong Pan Pan
Fashion

He’s been sewing since 14. Now this Hong Kong designer has his own couture label

Alvin Ho is the 23-year-old creative force behind House of Alvin, which creates fantastical gowns for events from red carpets to weddings.

Alvin Ho (right), founder of House of Alvin, attends the London premiere of Wicked: For Good with Malaysia-born influencer and singer Sabrina Bahsoon, who wears a dress from House of Alvin’s Antoinette 1999 collection, in November 2025. Photo: House of Alvin
Alvin Ho (right), founder of House of Alvin, attends the London premiere of Wicked: For Good with Malaysia-born influencer and singer Sabrina Bahsoon, who wears a dress from House of Alvin’s Antoinette 1999 collection, in November 2025. Photo: House of Alvin
Travel

6 ‘glowcation’ destinations for your next beauty and wellness fix

A trip built around a wellness treatment, beauty ritual or targeted pharmacy haul, ‘glowcations’ are trending throughout the travel world.

Fashion

Goodbye butter yellow, hello turquoise. The hottest colours for summer 2026

Fashion designers are looking on the bright side this summer with a saturated palette of citrus tones, purples and turquoise.

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Fashion

This Hong Kong jewellery maker transforms memories into wearable art

The Polska Traveller founder Yeung Sau-lun talks about turning cherished items and culturally valuable objects into unique jewellery pieces.

Yeung Sau-lun is the founder of The Polska Traveller, an independent jewellery maker in Hong Kong that transforms flowers, found objects and memories into timeless wearable art. Photo: Dickson Lee
Yeung Sau-lun is the founder of The Polska Traveller, an independent jewellery maker in Hong Kong that transforms flowers, found objects and memories into timeless wearable art. Photo: Dickson Lee
Fashion

One letter saw this Malaysian leather craftsman’s business close. Now he’s back

Tyde Goods founder Fong Zi Xian talks about the mentor who changed his life, passing on his own skills, and his ambitious future vision.

Fashion

The plastic on Bali’s beaches shocked her. Now, she turns waste into eco-fashion

For Ella Doeringer, an 18-year-old artist and fashion designer, sustainability and environmentalism are the key drivers of her brand Dirtyfinger.

Beauty

How China’s beauty brands are using AI to turbocharge the industry

From speeding up development to discovering new cosmetic ingredients and trends, AI is changing how Chinese beauty products come to market.

An employee works on a skincare production line at Proya’s Huzhou production base on March 9, 2026. AI is rapidly reshaping China’s beauty industry by shrinking every stage of product development. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
Asia travel

Why are tourists flocking to South Korea’s pharmacies and wellness services?

Beauty and wellness tourism is booming in South Korea, with packages mixing medical technology, beauty services and lifestyle experiences.

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Customers browse health supplements and skin care products at Ready Young Pharmacy in Seongsu-dong, Seoul. Beauty and wellness tourism is currently one of South Korea’s fastest-growing tourism trends. Photo: The Korea Times
Customers browse health supplements and skin care products at Ready Young Pharmacy in Seongsu-dong, Seoul. Beauty and wellness tourism is currently one of South Korea’s fastest-growing tourism trends. Photo: The Korea Times
Fashion

Born in Hong Kong, loved by Blackpink’s Lisa and Cardi B. Who is Robert Wun?

The couturier, 34, talks about going from a hostile Hong Kong boys’ school to the London College of Fashion to dressing top celebrities.

What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, July 10-12

Explore a wedding expo, catch up with Moana’s latest adventure, enjoy a morning of Pilates and shopping. Hong Kong’s got it all this weekend.

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What to do in Hong Kong

5 of the best things to do in Hong Kong this weekend, June 26-28

Check out the latest Toy Story sequel at the cinema, take a dip in an ice bath, enjoy a celebrity chef’s cooking and more this weekend.

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Chef Kwon Sung-jun, known as Napoli Matfia, champion of Netflix’s Culinary Class War, will be a guest chef for Pici’s 10th Anniversary celebrations. Photo: Pici
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