No more lazy gift-giving!
It’s the season for giving, and this year, I’m hoping to break the horrible habit of doing my Christmas shopping at the last minute and being accused by friends and family of being the “laziest giftgiver” they know. No more thoughtless shopping vouchers and no more, erm, hong baos ( Yes, I’m hopeless, I know. Sorry all, and thanks for not giving up on our friendship!).
That’s why I’m getting ideas from 10 Best Stores for the Coolest Gifts (page 156) this year for the most unique and trendy prezzies, ranging from fun totes to cool earrings and even the prettiest homeware. So I doubt my friends will be rolling their eyes at me this year!
Speaking of gifts, we’re really happy to have worked with 12 wonderful local designers to come up with 12 exclusive party outfits for you, our readers. It’s our way of saying a big thank you for loving us all year. Turn to page 228 to find out how you can win these super-stylish one-of-a-kind pieces.
Of course, it’s party season and those of you who are looking for the hippest places in Singapore and the region to celebrate can refer to 5 Cities, 5 Party Trails (page 455). We’ve tapped on the expertise of Her World’s regional editors in Jakarta, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur to put together an insider’s dusk-to-dawn guide on where to eat, drink, club, and then eat some more.
Can’t get an appointment at your regular spa or hair salon as Christmas steadily approaches? Our beauty team gave up their best-kept secret phone numbers and addresses to bring you The Ultimate Party Prep Directory (page 244). These hairstylists, facialists and makeup experts are our personal faves. Some of them will even make house calls to get you cocktail-ready.
Get an inside peek, too, into the hard-partying, big-spending ways of the young and wealthy crowd here in A Night Out with SG’s Ultra-rich (page 448).
Enjoy, and happy holidays!
GENEVIEVE JIANG Editor