Like mac and cheese or a beautiful sunset and a glass of wine, some things are good on their own, but even better together. That is the case with some of India’s fashion designers and textile artisans—as gatekeepers of the fashion industry and custodians of ancient craft techniques, respectively—who are collaborating to weave history into design, and to preserve culture and heritage.

Other dynamic duos you should know about include combining a luxurious stay at the top hotels in Fujikawaguchiko, Japan with stunning views of Mount Fuji; the surreal blend of fantasy and reality in Tatler’s first ever AI fashion shoot; and the killer combo of talent and drive that’s brought 18-year-old Hong Kong artist Andrew Mok to the attention of global superstar Pharrell Williams and Apple CEO, Tim Cook.

Other newsletter highlights this week:

• Body Banter’s Stephanie Ng on body image struggles and mental health
• Celebrating Jane Birkin: The It Girl, actress, singer and activist whose joie de vivre made her an icon
• Luxury expert Daniel Langer looks at how Asia’s young, affluent shoppers are revolutionising luxury trends
• From childhood flavours to an exclusive playlist: What makes Sumac Restaurant and Lounge special

Whether it’s a good read at the beach or a challenging workout followed by a pampering massage, I hope you’ll make time for your ultimate feel-good combo this weekend, Tatler readers. Until then, happy Friday!

Heidi Yeung
Digital Editor

Jono Toh is a new artist taking Hong Kong by storm, and when you walk into his home in Kennedy Town, it’s immediately clear that there is an artist in residence. It’s eclectic and emotive, much like Toh’s art, which features bold colours, deconstructed circles and proportion-play.

This month, ahead of his successful debut show in Hong Kong You Tell Me at H Queen’s, he spoke to Tatler about what inspires him and why he’s determined to live his life bigger, bolder and brighter.

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Research published in the Harvard Business Review in 2019 found that, as well as a network of well-connected peers, women also need an inner circle of close female contacts if they intend to reach the highest levels of pay and executive positions.

Meet seven young leaders who are protecting women and propelling them to success. 

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Andrew Mok may be only 18 and a fresh graduate from Hong Kong’s Victoria Shanghai Academy, but he’s already created a buzz in the streetwear game with his 3D-printed sculptures—mainly headphone accessories—that he creates with his brother, Tate.

The Hong Kong-based artist, better known on Instagram as @yalocaloffgod, also debuted his creations at Men’s Fashion Week in Paris last month in a collaboration with Japanese luxury streetwear brand A Bathing Ape for its spring-summer 2024 menswear collection.

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In the vibrant, fast-paced world of luxury, the winds of change are blowing from the East. The orchestrators of this transformation? The young, affluent consumers of Asia.

While traditional luxury buyers often seek heritage and exclusivity, these up-and-coming consumers crave innovation, trendiness and, increasingly, a commitment to sustainability.

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It’s official: Hong Kong bar Coa is a legend. The Mexican-inspired watering hole has been named the best bar in Asia for an unprecedented third time in a row.

Following immediately behind, also for the third consecutive year, is Singapore’s Jigger & Pony, cementing its status as the best in the Lion City.

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