Time For Tea

(top right) Rose Verandah at Shangri-La gets a new pastry chef
(top left) Panna cotta agar agar from Barracks, at 8D Dempsey Road, tel: 6475-7787
(centre, left) The Library at One Rochester presents a pastry bar

Credits:
Contributing writer: Melissa de Silva

From Female - November 2008

Love on the Rocks
The fashion extras to covet right now are decorated with exotic gemstones from nature. Think coral stones, turquoise, amethyst and quartz. ···································· From Dusk to Dawn
Party-hop in Cruise’s most glamorous looks. Take on the festive season in luxurious fabrics like silk or satin, exuberant details like crystal-embellishments, and lush colours like jewel tones. ···································· Talk Shop
Kate Moss shares with Female her top picks for Christmas from her Kate Moss for Topshop collection.

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High Impact
Red and gold make a spectacular comeback with holiday collections by beauty houses such as Chanel and Clarins. Female tells you how to use them to high fashion effect. ···································· Star Dust
Match the bling on your manicured fingers with Dior’s Night Diamond compact – the star of Dior’s Christmas Look 2008. ···································· Toolbox: Bring Sexy Back
Expert tips, aesthetic treatments and back-cials to prep your back for skin-baring party dresses this festive season.

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Designing Christmas
Five creative experts design their versions of well-loved Christmas symbols. ···································· Global Classroom
Just how far would you go to pursue a hobby or an interest? There’s a new breed of Singaporeans packing their bags for more than just a relaxing vacation abroad. ···································· Time For Tea
Indulge in that most leisurely of diversions, afternoon tea, at these new places in town.

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