Shermin Ng

Oct 27, 2024 | harpersbazaar.com.sg | Shermin Ng

Beauty is big business. Its global market size is estimated to reach US$716.6 billion (S$986.4 billion) by 2025, according to the marketing research firm Research and Markets. Just to put things in perspective, Singapore’s GDP in 2021 was almost US$370 billion. It is no wonder then, that more and more celebrities are dipping their toes into the business of beauty by releasing their own beauty lines. After all, they can always count on their star power and their ardent fans to show some support.

Oct 25, 2024 | herworld.com | Tara Barker |Shermin Ng |Shazrina Shamsudin

You don’t need to sacrifice your savings plan to sparkle in real gems and precious metals. As a matter of fact, many local designers are creating their own jewellery lines that are stylish and don’t burn a hole in your waller. You get real pearls, gemstones and precious metals like gold and rhodium at prices that make it easy to hit “add to cart”. So how do they do it?

Sep 29, 2024 | herworld.com | Shazrina Shamsudin |Shermin Ng

A cheery tote never fails—this is a keeper for so many reasons. Reminiscent of the ‘shopping bag’, this basket net model boasts a unique tricolour texture with a rhombus motif, meticulously handwoven in delicate mignon knots. Made from linen detailed with metallic calfskin and sturdy handles, Chloé’s Woody Tote Bag is a stylish addition to any wardrobe. A spacious tote bag with an interior pocket dedicated to storing all your ketchup packets? Yes, please.

Aug 25, 2024 | harpersbazaar.com.sg | Shermin Ng

Two years after its sold-out run, Lotus Root Support Group—a play about living with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)—is making its return to Singapore from 28 August to 1 September with a more personal iteration. While the same name titles the upcoming run, writer-performer duo Miriam Cheong and Shannen Tan describe their show as “one that is told through an autobiographical lens on their lived experience as actresses with PCOS”.

Aug 15, 2024 | harpersbazaar.com.sg | Shermin Ng

In this year’s edition of BAZAAR’s annual Power List, we recognise eight female innovators in Singapore who are forging new and exciting pathways ahead in their respective industries—from leading the AI boom to changing the way we travel. “Power lies in the ability to inspire others, advocate for positive change, and equip them with the tools they need to make a difference themselves.”It’s no overstatement that Caecilia Chu of YouTrip has changed the way we travel.