Get ready for Tatler XFEST

Brace yourselves, football fans, Inter Miami CF is coming to Hong Kong!

Tatler Asia has partnered with David Beckham, president and co-owner of Inter Miami CF, and Inter Miami CF to bring a star-studded football line-up to Asia’s World City for a special exhibition XFEST match on Sunday, February 4, 2024. Not only will this game be a part of his team’s first-ever global tour, but it is also a part of our inaugural Tatler XFEST.

That isn’t the only thing worth getting excited about though. With Christmas and New Year’s Eve coming up, the next few weeks are cause for celebration—that means it’s time to start preparing. Take a look at what the champagne scene looks like to make sure you get the right bottles, leaf through gift guides—even for your more extravagant loved ones—and don’t forget to listen to the stars’ message to prepare yourself for these festivities.

Other newsletter highlights this week:

  • Check out what the Tatler team wore to the Tatler Ball at The Londoner Macao.
  • As Blackpink renews their contract with YG Entertainment, we revisit their headline-making moments from this past year.
  • Janu Tokyo, the first hotel under Aman's sister brand, will finally open in March 2024

Dear Tatler readers, embrace the merry spirit of December let its warmth and light into every corner of your life. Until next time, have a fantastic Friday, and an amazing weekend!

Salomé Grouard
Deputy Digital Editor

 

FRONT & FEMALE

Everything you missed at the Front & Female Awards Hong Kong 2023

The winners of this year's Front & Female Awards

The Front & Female Awards Hong Kong returned for the second year in a row in November, celebrating the individuals championing the progress of women in Hong Kong in a ceremony hosted at the Island Shangri-La. 

From Dolly de Leon on representation to discussions on success and boundaries, here's what you missed from Front & Female Awards Hong Kong 2023.

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MORE FROM FRONT & FEMALE

Tatler talks to writer and director Adele Lim, the woman behind Raya and the Last Dragon (2021) and Joy Ride (2023), about representation and inclusion.

At the Front & Female Awards Hong Kong 2023, four woman leaders shared lessons from their journeys to success and happiness.

Asia Society’s S Alice Mong tells Tatler about the misconceptions about non-profits, old Hollywood movies and the importance of Asian narratives.

 

STYLE

What the Tatler team wore to the Tatler Ball at The Londoner Macao

Tara Sobti, head of VIP content and community (Photo: Humphrey Ng/Tatler Asia)

On November 24, Tatler Asia hosted its first-ever region-wide Tatler Ball at The Londoner Macao.

Of course the Tatler team also dressed up—not only to celebrate the magnificent evening, but also the months of hard work that led up to the event. Here is a look at what the Tatler team wore to the Tatler Ball at The Londoner Macao.

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MORE FROM STYLE

From crystal-studded shapewear to velvet sleepwear, here is Tatler’s ultimate guide for extravagant gift ideas.

Pharrell Williams talks to Tatler about the Louis Vuitton men’s show in Hong Kong and preserving Virgil Abloh’s legacy.

Celebrities, VIPs and community members joined Helena Rubinstein at the Tatler Ball at The Londoner Macao.

 

LIFESTYLE

Top 5 Blackpink moments of 2023

K-pop band Blackpink poses with their Honorary MBEs (Members of the Order of the British Empire) (Photo: Getty Images)

As Blackpink renews their contract with YG Entertainment, we revisit their headline-making moments from this past year.

From global recognition for their advocacy to scaling new heights in their musical careers, here are five times the stars of Blackpink collectively wowed us in 2023.

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MORE FROM LIFESTYLE

Bringing together the region’s most impactful individuals, the Tatler Ball at the Londoner Macao was an unforgettable evening of celebration and recognition.

The launch of Aman sister brand, Janu, have been whispered about for years—and it’s finally happening with Janu Tokyo’s opening next year.

With new beginnings on the horizon, Tatler’s astrologer Casey Chan explains what it means for each star sign.

 

DINING

10 trends changing the world of champagne in 2024

Delve into the champagne industry’s latest trends (Photo: Getty Images)

Champagne, the favourite tipple of some of our most stylish citizens, sits somewhere between the worlds of wine (notoriously slow-moving) and fashion (head-spinningly changeable, almost by definition).

In this trend report, Tatler takes a quick look at what is happening stylistically in the champagne industry to help you make sure your bubbles are never last season. 

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MORE FROM DINING

Looking for Christmas inspiration? Here is the ultimate drinks gift guide for the sophisticated imbiber.

Celebrity chef André Chiang and entrepreneur Syed Asim Hussain of Hong Kong’s Black Sheep discuss their impressive culinary journeys.

What are the similarities between rum and whisky? Here are some recommendations for getting started on rum-like whisky and whisky-like rum.

 

HOMES

Check our these lesser-known British Royal residence

Sandringham House in Norfolk, England (Photo: Malcolm Neal / WikiCommons)

The British monarch owns more than 20 official and private residences across the United Kingdom, either owned by the Crown, the Duchy of Cornwall, or privately by members of the royal family.

Tatler takes a look inside these homes that still, until recently, provide a roof over the royal’s crowned heads, and explore the historical architecture and design behind the noteworthy spaces in the premises; all of which are open for public tours during selected dates.

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MORE FROM HOMES

Walk inside a black-and-white bungalow in Singapore that celebrates Asian art and culture.

These 14 Malaysian terrace houses have been given new leases of life by a fresh generation of local architects.

Visit a family home designed by architect Miguel Pastor that beautifully embodies the precious trust between client and designer.

 

AROUND ASIA

SINGAPORE | Discover the best new restaurants that opened in the city this year according to Tatler’s editors.

PHILIPPINES | Get to know Laure Beaufils, the British ambassador to the Philippines.

MALAYSIA | For your next stay in Johor Bahru, take a look at these 12 charming hotels.