https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/rss/517689/feed The latest news on Kim Kardashian, American media personality, businesswoman, socialite and actress, including showbiz news and updates. en https://assets-v2.i-scmp.com/production/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg Divia Harilela Divia Harilela If Justin Bieber, Travis Scott or Kim Kardashian are anything to go by, then the latest must-have in interior design is a modular sofa, specifically the Dune by Pierre Paulin. Designed nearly 60 years ago in collaboration with Herman Miller, this space-age couch is enjoying a new lease of life thanks to its cool design, versatility and promise of exceptional comfort. Back in the real world, modular furniture is experiencing a renaissance beyond the living room. “Modular furniture first gained... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3367539/modular-furniture-trend-loved-justin-bieber-kim-kardashian-and-travis-scott?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3367539/modular-furniture-trend-loved-justin-bieber-kim-kardashian-and-travis-scott?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:12 +0000 Associated Press Associated Press A Paris court on Tuesday awarded €1 (US$1.15) to Kim Kardashian for having been the victim of an armed robbery in the French capital in 2016, the amount of compensation she had asked for, according to a lawyer involved in the case. Kardashian has sought to move on since the court last year found eight people guilty for their roles in what the celebrity described as “the most terrifying experience of my life”. She and stylist Simone Harouche expressed gratitude to the French justice system in a... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/europe/article/3367640/paris-court-awards-kim-kardashian-eu1-after-2016-armed-robbery?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/europe/article/3367640/paris-court-awards-kim-kardashian-eu1-after-2016-armed-robbery?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:31:20 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Jakarta-based upstart doughnut and dessert brand Butter Baby has a backstory like no other. “There [are] these ancient Sumerian texts on clay tablets that tell the story of the Anunnaki,” says company co-founder Nick Burch. “The Anunnaki [come] to Earth 400,000 years ago because they’re having environmental problems on their planet, so they try to solve these problems [by acquiring] gold, and Earth has a surplus of gold. We switched gold with butter, and that’s where the story of Butter Baby... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/dining/article/3363494/nick-and-henry-burch-building-butter-baby-and-lessons-mother-tory-burch?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/dining/article/3363494/nick-and-henry-burch-building-butter-baby-and-lessons-mother-tory-burch?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 12 Aug 2026 02:00:09 +0000 Faye Bradley Faye Bradley Mary Jo “MJ” Shannon née Campbell, ⁠grandmother of the ⁠Kardashian-Jenner family and ⁠a frequent guest on their US reality television show, died on Thursday at the age of 91. Shannon was Kris Jenner’s mother ‌and grandmother to Kourtney, Kim, Khloé and Rob Kardashian, and Kendall and Kylie Jenner. Kris Jenner announced her mother’s death in a post on Instagram. “There are no words that could ever capture what she ⁠has meant to me or the heartbreak of having to ‌say goodbye,” Jenner said. “My... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3360887/all-you-need-know-about-mary-jo-campbell-kardashian-jenner-matriarch-who-sadly-passed-away?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3360887/all-you-need-know-about-mary-jo-campbell-kardashian-jenner-matriarch-who-sadly-passed-away?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 Jul 2026 04:31:46 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Science fiction-esque shield sunglasses are set to be one of the accessories of the summer – just witness Kim Kardashian strutting around the paddock in a pair at the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix last month. Whether they make you feel in charge, or you are wearing them more for fun (commanding a starship, perhaps), there’s no doubt their oversized profile gets attention. It’s no surprise then that many of the big houses have their own stylish takes at the ready. Loewe Miu Miu Gucci Chloé https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3360358/shield-sunglasses-summer-gucci-loewe-miu-miu-and-chloe?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3360358/shield-sunglasses-summer-gucci-loewe-miu-miu-and-chloe?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:30:16 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Kim Kardashian’s friend and long-time stylist Danielle Levi was recently spotted in Paris alongside the Skims mogul and her 13-year-old daughter North West, whom she shares with her ex, Kanye West. In the city for Paris Fashion Week, Kardashian and her daughter once again sent the media into a frenzy as articles about the tween’s edgy aesthetic made headlines. Ahead of the Vetements menswear show, West stepped out sporting several faux piercings, including one on her nose bridge, an anti-eyebrow... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3359297/meet-danielle-levi-stylist-behind-kim-kardashians-viral-looks?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3359297/meet-danielle-levi-stylist-behind-kim-kardashians-viral-looks?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Jul 2026 22:00:15 +0000 Carolina Malis Carolina Malis There’s now an entire aesthetic built around looking good while working out. The hot-girl gym era, born somewhere in the overlapping circles of TikTok’s #ThatGirl or #CleanGirl wellness content and SoulCycle’s fluorescent lighting, has turned the pre-workout routine into a full beauty moment. Brows done, mascara on, potentially a tinted moisturiser, definitely a lip product. The psychology checks out: getting ready signals to the brain that you’re about to do something worth showing up for, and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3358760/how-do-your-make-gym-and-why-gym-glam-even-thing-seen-kim-k-hailey-bieber-and-jlo?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3358760/how-do-your-make-gym-and-why-gym-glam-even-thing-seen-kim-k-hailey-bieber-and-jlo?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:00:16 +0000 Carolina Malis Carolina Malis When Kim Kardashian posted a photo of herself in Prenuvo’s signature grey scrubs in August 2023, captioning it “I recently did this @prenuvo scan and had to tell you all about this life-saving machine,” it wasn’t so much a wellness recommendation as a cultural moment. Prenuvo, for the uninitiated, is a US-based health start-up offering full-body MRI scans to anyone willing to pay, no doctor’s referral required. Within days of Kardashian’s post, sign-ups spiked. But Kardashian wasn’t even the... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3357992/what-full-body-scan-and-should-you-get-one-kim-kardashian-kris-jenner-and-paris-hilton-think-so?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3357992/what-full-body-scan-and-should-you-get-one-kim-kardashian-kris-jenner-and-paris-hilton-think-so?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:00:06 +0000 dpa,Reuters dpa,Reuters Toto Wolff has said he was wary of going up against Lewis Hamilton in a title race, knowing what his former driver is like when he “smells blood”. Hamilton closed to within 41 points of Mercedes’ championship leader Kimi Antonelli by clinching his first victory as a Ferrari driver at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. Antonelli’s late engine failure, having just overtaken team-mate George Russell, has blown the title race wide open again after the Italian had won the previous five races in... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/sport/formula-one-f1/article/3357173/stopping-lewis-hamilton-when-he-smells-blood-will-not-be-easy-mercedes-formula-1-boss?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/sport/formula-one-f1/article/3357173/stopping-lewis-hamilton-when-he-smells-blood-will-not-be-easy-mercedes-formula-1-boss?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 15 Jun 2026 13:00:06 +0000 Varvara Rodchenko Varvara Rodchenko At just 16, Lil Novi – born Neal Carter – is a prolific musician. The son of rap legend Lil Wayne and R&B singer Nivea, Novi grew up surrounded by music and the creative energy of his parents. Now, with his latest collaboration alongside North West, daughter of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, Novi is making headlines as a potential rising star in hip-hop. What is Lil Novi’s background? Lil Wayne – of course – is a five-time Grammy winner and a defining voice in rap, while Nivea made her mark in... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3356502/meet-lil-novi-lil-waynes-rapper-son-who-just-collaborated-north-west?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3356502/meet-lil-novi-lil-waynes-rapper-son-who-just-collaborated-north-west?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Jun 2026 10:00:08 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Scrolling Instagram these days, you’re bound to find one or two posts that make you pause and second-guess reality every now and then. AI, whether through heavily fine-tuned and retouched hyperrealistic images you’d mistake for the real thing or hastily made surrealist slop generated by video apps like Sora, has taken over our feeds. The gap between too-real-to-be-true and wacky, somewhat nonsensical clickbait, however, is where AI artist Rick Dick operates. At once playful and provocative, his... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3356119/meet-rick-dick-ai-artist-blurring-reality-playful-and-provocative-imagery-interview?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3356119/meet-rick-dick-ai-artist-blurring-reality-playful-and-provocative-imagery-interview?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:00:14 +0000 Gayatri Bhaumik Gayatri Bhaumik You might not know the name, but you’d recognise the visual hallmarks of Superflat art. The movement debuted in 2000, and over a quarter of a century it has evolved and left its mark on so many cultural touchpoints that it’s now firmly embedded in the zeitgeist. But what exactly is Superflat and how did it go from being championed by one single artist to celebrities adorning their Birkins with a certain monster-like toy? “Superflat is a contemporary hybrid form of artistic representation which... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/special-reports/article/3351080/superflats-25-year-journey-tokyo-louis-vuitton-and-labubu?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/special-reports/article/3351080/superflats-25-year-journey-tokyo-louis-vuitton-and-labubu?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:07 +0000 Associated Press Associated Press A British court sentenced a Polish truck driver to more than 13 years in prison for smuggling £7 million (US$9.4 million) worth of cocaine in a shipment of underwear and clothing from Skims, Kim Kardashian’s shapewear brand, authorities said on Monday. The National Crime Agency (NCA) said Jakub Jan Konkel, 40, was driving a vehicle carrying 28 pallets of Skims clothing from the Netherlands when he was stopped by border officials at a port in Essex in September. The agency said Konkel had stopped... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/americas/article/3354018/uk-jails-driver-smuggling-cocaine-shipment-kim-kardashian-underwear?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/americas/article/3354018/uk-jails-driver-smuggling-cocaine-shipment-kim-kardashian-underwear?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 18 May 2026 17:45:45 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar The highly anticipated 2026 edition of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit is here, and it’s already making a splash. For this year’s issue, the magazine tapped Hilary Duff, Tiffany Haddish, Alix Earle and Nicole Williams English as cover models. The editor-in-chief of the publication, MJ Day, explained in a press release that “each woman brings a distinct combination of relevance, resilience and range that extends far beyond what’s expected”. She further highlighted that the women “represent the power... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3353724/meet-nicole-williams-english-sports-illustrated-swimsuit-2026s-cover-star?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3353724/meet-nicole-williams-english-sports-illustrated-swimsuit-2026s-cover-star?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 17 May 2026 10:00:06 +0000 Aidan Jones Aidan Jones The face of beauty in Asia is changing, says Dr Dissapong Panithaporn. He should know, as he sees it every day in Thailand. The younger generation, women and men in their mid-twenties, are edging away from plastic surgery and fillers towards something more natural, the leading Thai dermatologist said. ‘’The whole trend has shifted from anti-ageing to longevity of skin, prevention and preservation rather than correction or repair,’’ Dissapong – better known as Dr Joe – said from his Bangkok... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/week-asia/health-environment/article/3353848/move-over-k-beauty-thailand-next-big-thing-aesthetics?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/week-asia/health-environment/article/3353848/move-over-k-beauty-thailand-next-big-thing-aesthetics?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 17 May 2026 05:30:05 +0000 Agence France-Presse Agence France-Presse The brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and style hit the red carpet for the Met Gala, the extravagant Manhattan charity ball that this year spotlights the intersection between fashion and art. The A-listers invited to New York’s biggest social event of the year were asked to follow the dress code Fashion is Art, which dovetails with the exhibit “Costume Art” at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute. This year’s function has drawn controversy after Amazon boss Jeff Bezos and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3352427/met-galas-red-carpet-looks-bad-bunny-and-beyonce-sabrina-carpenter?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3352427/met-galas-red-carpet-looks-bad-bunny-and-beyonce-sabrina-carpenter?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 May 2026 01:54:06 +0000 Melissa Twigg Melissa Twigg For decades, anyone with multiple piercings in each ear was most likely to be a punk, a goth or a teenager intent on upsetting their parents. Now, however, the “curated ear” – that popular pick ‘n’ mix of hoops, studs and diamonds – has become all but ubiquitous among the fashion set. But for those of us who like the look but can’t stomach the thought of an afternoon with a needle gun and numbing spray, there is another solution. For the last few years, the ear cuff – the low-stakes, high-impact... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3349502/rise-ear-cuff-painless-statement-accessory?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3349502/rise-ear-cuff-painless-statement-accessory?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 11 Apr 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Skye Hankey, who started out as a successful luxury property agent before marrying Rufus Hankey, the son of car loan mogul Don Hankey, is a regular at the White House and has graced glamorous events such as the Cannes Film Festival and the CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers of America) Awards. She has also had a front-row seat to the inner workings of the fashion industry since she started appearing on red carpets around the world and hobnobbing with industry insiders such as Giambattista Valli... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3349604/skye-hankey-philanthropy-and-supporting-emerging-designers-fashion-trust-us?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3349604/skye-hankey-philanthropy-and-supporting-emerging-designers-fashion-trust-us?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Apr 2026 04:19:21 +0000 Agence France-Presse Agence France-Presse Since the war in the Middle East began nearly two weeks ago, the phone at Ron Hubbard’s bomb shelter company in Texas has not stopped ringing. Foreign and US clients are rushing to buy his bunkers, seeking refuge in case of air raids, nuclear fallout or apocalypse. With the United States and Israel pounding Iran, and Tehran retaliating with strikes across the region, Hubbard has seen demand for his product soar, mostly from Gulf nation clients in Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and the United Arab... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/middle-east/article/3346295/preparing-worst-us-bunker-maker-claims-big-demand-middle-east?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/middle-east/article/3346295/preparing-worst-us-bunker-maker-claims-big-demand-middle-east?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Mar 2026 03:09:54 +0000 Francesca Fearon Francesca Fearon Far from all diamonds are bright and white. Beyond those graded as colourless, and others with just a trace of yellow to them, lie warmer tones that are a little less bling. Seen by some as more sophisticated, they have lately been catching the attention of jewellery designers and celebrities in the know. Witness Kim Kardashian resplendent in a brown and white diamond necklace for the Jeff Bezos – Lauren Sánchez wedding in July, while Taylor Swift slipped on a vintage cognac and white diamond... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3343468/what-are-desert-diamonds-and-why-everyone-taylor-swift-beyonce-wearing-them?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3343468/what-are-desert-diamonds-and-why-everyone-taylor-swift-beyonce-wearing-them?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney It comes as no surprise that Kim Kardashian has estimated that she spends around US$1 million on her glam routine every year. The billionaire mogul’s glam squad – her professional team of stylists, make-up artists and hairstyle experts – is responsible for creating her high-maintenance, headline-grabbing looks, whether for a red carpet event or a social media post. But have you ever wondered what these creatives look like when they get dressed up themselves? Read on to explore the personal style... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3342078/how-style-hollywoods-best-hairstylists-and-make-artists?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3342078/how-style-hollywoods-best-hairstylists-and-make-artists?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:00:09 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Kris Jenner recently shared a sweet Instagram Story to congratulate her niece, Natalie Zettel, on her birthday. “Happy birthday @nataliezettel. I hope you have the most magical day! Love you!” the momager wrote, sharing a picture of her and Zettel with grandma MJ, who viewers might be familiar with if they’ve been keeping up with the Kardashians. Here’s everything you need to know about Natalie Zettel. Natalie Zettel is an influencer Zettel was born in January 1998. The 28-year-old could... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3340993/who-kris-jenners-glamorous-niece-natalie-zettel-who-just-turned-28?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3340993/who-kris-jenners-glamorous-niece-natalie-zettel-who-just-turned-28?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 24 Jan 2026 10:00:10 +0000 Cao Li Cao Li Shares of Chinese toymaker Pop Mart rallied nearly 10 per cent on Tuesday morning before closing more than 9 per cent higher after the company announced its first share buy-back in nearly two years, following a decline from last year’s peak. Pop Mart’s Hong Kong-listed shares rose to HK$198.70 at the open as investors welcomed the move. Shares closed 9.1 per cent higher at HK$197.20. The stock remains below last year’s closing level of HK$200.20, and more than 40 per cent off its August peak,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/business/article/3340498/labubu-maker-pop-mart-surges-10-hong-kong-us32-million-buy-back?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/business/article/3340498/labubu-maker-pop-mart-surges-10-hong-kong-us32-million-buy-back?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:05:16 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Luxe gyms are big business these days – and we’re not just talking about those exclusive clubs where you spend thousands of dollars in membership fees. Fitness-obsessed celebrities from Jennifer Aniston to Hailey Bieber are giving workout buffs a serious case of treadmill envy by posting videos of their flashy private gyms across social media. The Kardashian sisters have never shied away from publicising their competitive, sweat-inducing workouts on their show, and their in-house fitness centres... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/wellness/article/3338744/how-build-perfect-luxury-gym-jennifer-aniston-hailey-bieber-and-kardashians?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/wellness/article/3338744/how-build-perfect-luxury-gym-jennifer-aniston-hailey-bieber-and-kardashians?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 06 Jan 2026 01:00:18 +0000 Melissa Twigg Melissa Twigg First there was Princess Diana, then there was Kim Kardashian. Both women dominated the aesthetic of an era, and their faces and bodies were constantly splashed across newspaper front pages and in glossy magazines. Their love lives, children and mental health were dissected in forensic detail, and the power of their brands mixed with the adulation of their fans meant that almost anything they touched turned to gold. But whereas Diana’s tragic and untimely death held her star power in amber, Kim... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3338495/kim-kardashians-star-power-fading-even-her-multibillion-dollar-brand-skims-continues-grow?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3338495/kim-kardashians-star-power-fading-even-her-multibillion-dollar-brand-skims-continues-grow?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 03 Jan 2026 03:00:14 +0000 Carolina Malis Carolina Malis Once upon a time, hair gel conjured one image: a stiff, shiny, crunchy helmet that threatened to flake at any moment. It was the era of frosted tips, spiky edges and rigid curls, and gel was everywhere, defining the look of entire decades. “Some of the most iconic looks from the 80s include the overly processed perms and Lionel Richie’s famous Jheri curls,” says Theingi Tun, a hairstylist at Alliage Salon and Spa in Gaithersburg, Maryland. “In the 90s, Madonna rocked a short pixie cut in her... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3338487/hello-again-hair-gel-austin-butlers-tousled-curls-kim-kardashians-wet-look?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3338487/hello-again-hair-gel-austin-butlers-tousled-curls-kim-kardashians-wet-look?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 02 Jan 2026 23:00:15 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Nothing stirs up excitement quite like celebrity jewellery sightings, and this year there have been plenty of dazzling diamond debuts, from Zendaya to Selena Gomez and her long-time BFF Taylor Swift. Swift practically launched a trend for antique-inspired sparklers when she and American football star Travis Kelce announced their engagement in August. He proposed to the pop megastar with an old-mine-cut diamond, a vintage-style cushion stone characterised by a squarish outline, rounded corners... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3337310/10-most-popular-diamond-cuts-round-brilliant-triangle-which-taylor-swift-rocking?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3337310/10-most-popular-diamond-cuts-round-brilliant-triangle-which-taylor-swift-rocking?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Dec 2025 22:00:10 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa It’s no secret that several influential people have turned to psychics and astrologers for help and comfort in the past. Former US president Ronald Reagan and first lady Nancy Reagan were known to heavily rely on their astrologer Joan Quigley for everything, from scheduling presidential trips to press conferences. Meghan Markle is said to have befriended famed Australian astrologer Angela Pearl, while a picture of designer Jonathan Anderson having a tarot reading done recently went viral on... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3336994/meet-laura-lynne-jackson-clairvoyant-and-psychic-medium-kim-kardashian-and-gwyneth-paltrow?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3336994/meet-laura-lynne-jackson-clairvoyant-and-psychic-medium-kim-kardashian-and-gwyneth-paltrow?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 21 Dec 2025 22:00:12 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Kim Kardashian is no stranger to controversy, but her latest choice in luxury handbags struck a nerve with even her most fashion-forward followers. In the Hulu series All’s Fair, the Skims founder appears in a monochrome grey look from Donna Karan’s autumn 2011 collection, accessorised with an extraordinarily rare Hermès Birkin crafted from elephant leather. Kardashian is known for her long-standing love affair with Hermès and has a handbag wardrobe filled with them, including several... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3335849/why-kim-kardashians-ultra-rare-elephant-leather-hermes-birkin-alls-fair-so-controversial?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3335849/why-kim-kardashians-ultra-rare-elephant-leather-hermes-birkin-alls-fair-so-controversial?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 11 Dec 2025 22:00:10 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Kim Kardashian recently unveiled her 2025 holiday decorations in her Instagram Stories, showing off a forest of several snow-dusted Christmas trees decorating her hallway. “OK, we just finished decorating for the holidays,” the Skims mogul said in the video. “I can’t even begin to explain to you what this smells like and feels like. It’s pretty insane. Look at the hallway.” Fans were not impressed despite her efforts, with many branding the display as “tone-deaf” and “tacky”. “Absolutely... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3335597/5-most-extravagant-celebrity-christmas-decorations-kylie-jenner-mariah-carey-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3335597/5-most-extravagant-celebrity-christmas-decorations-kylie-jenner-mariah-carey-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:29 +0000 Cao Li Cao Li Two giant, furry Labubu balloons will debut next week at the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York. A brown Labubu and a pink Mokoko, both part of the Labubu family, will be the lead features on Chinese toymaker Pop Mart International’s “Friendsgiving in Pop City” float on Thursday at the 99th parade. They will appear alongside characters such as Skullpanda, Dimoo and Molly. “Our goal at Pop Mart is to light up passion and bring joy, and Macy’s Parade has been doing that for nearly a... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/business/article/3333654/pop-marts-labubu-balloons-debut-99th-macys-thanksgiving-parade-new-york?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/business/article/3333654/pop-marts-labubu-balloons-debut-99th-macys-thanksgiving-parade-new-york?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:50:41 +0000 Tribune News Service Tribune News Service Skims, an apparel company co-founded by celebrity businesswoman Kim Kardashian, is worth US$5 billion after a recent fundraising round. The brand, known for its sleek bras and tank tops and sculpting bodysuits, completed a US$225 million capital raise last week led by Goldman Sachs Alternatives. It was one of the largest private raises for a consumer brand in the United States this year. Hollywood-based Skims plans to put the funds towards its physical retail footprint and international... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3333475/how-did-kim-kardashian-turn-skims-us5-billion-brand?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3333475/how-did-kim-kardashian-turn-skims-us5-billion-brand?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 20 Nov 2025 02:31:26 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Ryan Murphy’s latest series, a female-led courtroom drama called All’s Fair on Hulu, features a high-profile cast that includes Kim Kardashian, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash-Betts, Teyana Taylor, Glenn Close and Sarah Paulson. For Murphy, who’s known for hits such as Glee, American Horror Story and Monster, the Kardashian-led show may be his most criticised work yet, after the show debuted with a rare zero per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes after its premiere on November 4. The rating has since gone... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3332608/best-outfits-alls-fair-kim-kardashian-dior-naomi-watts-valentino?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3332608/best-outfits-alls-fair-kim-kardashian-dior-naomi-watts-valentino?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:21 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Everyone’s favourite momager, Kris Jenner, rang in her 70th birthday this weekend with a wild James Bond-themed birthday bash at Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez Bezos’ Beverly Hills mansion on November 8. A-list attendees celebrating the Kardashian matriarch’s milestone included Oprah Winfrey, Mariah Carey, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, Adele, Tyler Perry, Vin Diesel, Mark Zuckerberg and others. Jenner’s daughters and stars of Hulu’s The Kardashians were all in attendance alongside extended... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3332175/kris-jenners-70th-birthday-matriarch-kardashian-jenner-clan-through-years?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3332175/kris-jenners-70th-birthday-matriarch-kardashian-jenner-clan-through-years?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 10 Nov 2025 07:50:31 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso For such a simple garment, the cape – worn over many centuries by Roman emperors, medieval knights and present-day royalty – carries a lot of weight. “Humans through time have understood that it makes a wonderful frame for the body,” says Nancy Deihl, a fashion historian and chair of the department of art and art professions at New York University. “Since a cape is basically an untailored or unsewn piece of cloth, it has infinite possibilities.” With a little help from horror, fantasy and... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3331419/why-capes-are-coming-back-such-distinctive-accessory-worn-blackpinks-jennie-and-kim-kardashian?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3331419/why-capes-are-coming-back-such-distinctive-accessory-worn-blackpinks-jennie-and-kim-kardashian?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:00:14 +0000 dpa dpa In a teaser for the coming season of The Kardashians on Disney+, Kim Kardashian talks about having a scan that detected an aneurysm in her brain. In the clip, the 45-year-old reality star explains that the scan found a “little aneurysm” in her brain, which she suggests might be linked to stress. Two brain experts describe the potential risk factors of brain aneurysms, their signs and treatments. What is a brain aneurysm? “A brain aneurysm is a bit like a little balloon on the side of a blood... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3330602/kim-kardashian-had-brain-aneurysm-what-they-are-and-risks-according-doctors?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3330602/kim-kardashian-had-brain-aneurysm-what-they-are-and-risks-according-doctors?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 28 Oct 2025 11:15:07 +0000 Carolina Malis Carolina Malis When Kim Kardashian dropped Skims’ latest campaign, proudly dubbed The Ultimate Bush, the internet did what it often does – it exploded. The campaign showed models wearing thongs adorned with faux pubic hair – a bold and unexpected move from a brand whose founder is often seen as the epitome of smooth, flawless perfection. Within 24 hours, WWD reported that the collection had sold out, proving that, whether you loved it or loathed it, everyone was talking about it. Kardashian herself joined in... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3329775/bush-back-doja-cat-and-jean-paul-gaultier-kim-kardashians-skims?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3329775/bush-back-doja-cat-and-jean-paul-gaultier-kim-kardashians-skims?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Oct 2025 06:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre It’s not unusual for Dr Dissapong Panithaporn’s clients to fly in for a few hours from places such as Singapore – often by private jet – to visit his Bangkok clinic for one of his treatments, ranging from laser to fillers. Located only a 10-minute drive from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, the first branch of The Demis Clinic opened in 2009. Since then, Panithaporn – also known as Dr Joe – has expanded with another branch in the busy Siam area in central Bangkok. While the Siam branch has always... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3328470/why-kim-kardashian-and-jackson-wang-are-fans-bangkoks-demis-clinic-dr-joe?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3328470/why-kim-kardashian-and-jackson-wang-are-fans-bangkoks-demis-clinic-dr-joe?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Oct 2025 06:00:14 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso To say Paris Fashion Week is a star-studded affair would be an understatement. But we’ve had an extra dose of celebrity glam this season with the event putting on a whopping 74 shows on the official calendar. As over a dozen new creative directors showed their debut collections for major luxury houses such as Balenciaga and Chanel, we saw countless A-listers grace the front row of their runways. Below we break down some stand-out celebrity looks this season, from the big and bold to the... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3328218/28-stand-out-celebrity-paris-fashion-week-looks-nicole-kidman-blackpinks-lisa-meghan-markle-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3328218/28-stand-out-celebrity-paris-fashion-week-looks-nicole-kidman-blackpinks-lisa-meghan-markle-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 Oct 2025 07:38:51 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Three of the season’s most awaited debuts took place this weekend at Paris Fashion Week. Italian designer Pierpaolo Piccioli, previously of Valentino, unveiled his first collection for Balenciaga with a star-studded front row that included Meghan Markle and Anne Hathaway. American duo Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez presented their debut collection for Spanish brand Loewe, while Belgian designer Glenn Martens, who made his debut at Maison Margiela during the haute couture shows in July,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327950/paris-fashion-week-balenciagas-bold-hues-leather-loewe-and-no-nonsense-maison-margiela?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3327950/paris-fashion-week-balenciagas-bold-hues-leather-loewe-and-no-nonsense-maison-margiela?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Oct 2025 03:58:08 +0000 Ishani Sarkar Ishani Sarkar Step aside, Lululemon. Nike is making a major play for the female activewear market – currently dominated by labels like Vuori and Alo Yoga – by introducing a partnership with Kim Kardashian’s much-hyped shapewear label Skims. The two brands have teamed up to unveil NikeSkims, a new product line combining Nike’s unmatched knack for innovation and performance with Skims’ affinity for shape and style. And it launches today, on September 26. Skims has a long history of getting athletes to... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3326947/what-you-need-know-about-nikeskims-kim-kardashian-and-nikes-female-activewear-partnership?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3326947/what-you-need-know-about-nikeskims-kim-kardashian-and-nikes-female-activewear-partnership?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:00:10 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Earlier this year Kim Kardashian sparked a social media frenzy when she sauntered down the Met Gala carpet in a sexy two-piece, black crocodile-like leather ensemble. As usual, her outfit generated plenty of conversation online – but not because fans were mixed on whether she followed the theme (“Superfine: Tailoring Black Style”). Instead, they were intrigued to know more about the brand that created the look, with the credit going to Los Angeles-based Chrome Hearts. The elusive label is one of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3324869/cult-classics-5-under-radar-luxury-brands-watch-chrome-hearts-jacques-marie-mage?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3324869/cult-classics-5-under-radar-luxury-brands-watch-chrome-hearts-jacques-marie-mage?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:00:25 +0000 Anthea Rowan Anthea Rowan Not too long ago, Victoria Beckham posted a photo of herself on Instagram lying on a bed with a shield over her face that emitted a blue glow. “More is more with my skincare routine!” read the caption. The therapy – known as LED (light-emitting diode) therapy – is a relatively recent arrival on the wellness and beauty scene, one that is used to treat a variety of skin conditions: from acne and scarring to stretch marks and psoriasis. The therapy – which many people may have heard called “red... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3324296/what-led-therapy-how-red-blue-and-infrared-light-benefit-both-skin-and-body?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3324296/what-led-therapy-how-red-blue-and-infrared-light-benefit-both-skin-and-body?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 06 Sep 2025 00:15:08 +0000 Hyewon Lee,Gloria Tso Hyewon Lee,Gloria Tso At the end of summer every year, the spotlight shifts from celebrities’ resortwear and golden-hour dresses to designer gowns and full glam at the Venice Film Festival. The world’s longest-running film festival doesn’t stop at celebrating the most anticipated films of the year. It’s also a stage for high fashion, where celebrities make bold sartorial statements and deliver style moments as memorable as the films themselves. Here are 13 of the hottest looks from stars who stole the show in Venice... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3323891/13-looks-turned-heads-during-venice-film-festival-emma-stone-shailene-woodley?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3323891/13-looks-turned-heads-during-venice-film-festival-emma-stone-shailene-woodley?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 01 Sep 2025 07:50:26 +0000 Tribune News Service Tribune News Service The White House wants Kim Kardashian to keep her mouth shut about matters like mass deportation. The Department of Homeland Security blasted Kardashian over recent comments she made about US President Donald Trump’s crackdown on immigration, specifically the ongoing ICE raids that have pushed deportation numbers to nearly 200,000 since Trump’s takeover in January. “In the news you hear, ‘Oh, it’s about people who have committed these crimes and [ICE is] trying to help out our country,’”... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3323798/kim-kardashian-clashes-white-house-over-trumps-immigration-raids?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3323798/kim-kardashian-clashes-white-house-over-trumps-immigration-raids?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 31 Aug 2025 04:20:07 +0000 SCMP’s Asia desk SCMP’s Asia desk Foreign patients are visiting South Korea’s dermatology clinics in unprecedented numbers, making skin treatments the leading driver of medical tourism and underscoring the global reach of the country’s beauty and wellness industry. According to the Korea Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI), 705,044 foreign nationals received dermatology treatments in 2024, a 117-fold surge compared with 2009 when just over 6,000 patients sought such care. Dermatology now accounts for 56.6 per cent of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3323705/foreign-dermatology-patients-south-korea-117-fold-2009-amid-k-beauty-boom?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/week-asia/lifestyle-culture/article/3323705/foreign-dermatology-patients-south-korea-117-fold-2009-amid-k-beauty-boom?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Aug 2025 12:32:11 +0000 Cherry Liu Cherry Liu Kim Kardashian’s 12-year-old daughter, North West, made a bold fashion statement during a recent dinner in Rome following their family trip to Cabo. She turned heads in a striking black corset paired with a pleated denim miniskirt, a heart-shaped handbag, and chunky platform boots for a goth-inspired look. With her electric blue hair styled in two ponytails – a new look the tween debuted in June – West confidently carved out her own fashion identity on the streets alongside her mother,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3323464/north-wests-style-evolution-goth-punk-tailored-and-designer?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3323464/north-wests-style-evolution-goth-punk-tailored-and-designer?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:00:13 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Vanessa Lee, the founder of skincare company The Things We Do, recently enjoyed a trip to Seoul, South Korea, with members of the Kardashian family. As seen on Kim Kardashian’s Instagram page, Lee joined the Skims founder, her sister Khloé Kardashian, and friends La La Anthony and Stephanie Suganami, on a girls’ spa trip to the Korean capital. Their mode of transport? Kim Air, of course. Kardashian shared pics of her enjoying various facial treatments in Seoul. “Korea is known for [its]... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3322817/who-kim-kardashians-filipina-medical-aesthetic-provider-friend-vanessa-lee?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/people/celebrities/article/3322817/who-kim-kardashians-filipina-medical-aesthetic-provider-friend-vanessa-lee?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 23 Aug 2025 22:00:15 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa This year’s hottest fashion accessory is not a designer bag or statement sunglasses but a doll with large ears and a mischievous grin that has a starting retail price of about US$20 (though it has been known to rise to five figures). Hong Kong artist Kasing Lung’s furry creation, the Labubu, has gone from being a quirky collectible to a viral statement piece, seen hanging off designer bags around the world ever since Blackpink’s Lisa was spotted with various versions of the doll in 2024. Since... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3322360/celebrity-labubu-lovers-bts-v-lady-gaga-blackpinks-lisa-and-dua-lipa-are-all-fans?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3322360/celebrity-labubu-lovers-bts-v-lady-gaga-blackpinks-lisa-and-dua-lipa-are-all-fans?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:00:16 +0000 Cao Li Cao Li Pop Mart said it would be able to easily double this year’s revenue from its 2024 record sales, as it prepares to launch a mini version of the Labubu plush toy to extend its phenomenal success and conquer more hearts beyond mainland China. The company, founded in 2010 in Beijing, could double its 2025 revenue to 30 billion yuan (US$4.2 billion) from last year’s sales of 13 billion yuan, said Pop Mart’s founder and CEO Wang Ning, citing the bigger-than-imagined worldwide market for its plush toys... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/business/china-business/article/3322488/mini-labubus-are-coming-after-your-mobile-phone-pop-mart-aims-double-2025-sales?utm_source=rss_feed https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/business/china-business/article/3322488/mini-labubus-are-coming-after-your-mobile-phone-pop-mart-aims-double-2025-sales?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:18:13 +0000