It seemed ordained that model-actress Kōki, should float through life on a different, more luminous, more blessed plane. Born to major celebrity parents – singer-actor Takuya Kimura and singer Shizuka Kudo – she’d grown up in the edges of their spotlight. That she should one day claim that spotlight for herself feels par for the course. Now 20, she’s unquestionably part of that club of women whose exclusive combination of celebrity parents, personal charisma and sensational career choices guarantees a charmed life – and, in not a few cases, a trail of paparazzi drooling over their every move. Members of the club include Gwyneth Paltrow (its honorary president), Stella McCartney, Kendall Jenner, Lily-Rose Depp, Sara Ali Khan, Guan Xiaotong and Leah Dou. Find her story in Luxe Spring 2023 with the link in bio.

Watches and Wonder is back, and this year looks set to be the biggest edition ever as demand for luxury watches continue to defy fragile economic conditions, with Swiss watch exports hitting a record 24.8 billion Swiss francs in 2022. BT’s Dylan Tan shares more from Geneva. Tap the link in our bio to read more.

"My business ideas are usually based on out of this world concepts" Superstar JJ Lin, who likens himself to superhero Dr Strange, talks juggling multiple business ventures from music, fashion and F&B to e-sports and even blockchain technology. Tap on the link in bio to read the full story.

SPONSORED: Since he was a child, Jason Pomeroy was fascinated with nature. The UK-born, Singapore-based architect would watch the seasons change in his own backyard in London where he grew up, making wigwam tents out of old bedsheets and scrap wood for entertainment. “That was my first introduction to architecture – a tent that provides the basic needs of a shelter,” says the founder of his eponymous Pomeroy Studio. In today's edition of BT Luxe, we get festive with music stars, fashion spreads, gift ideas, watch specials and travel features. Free with your copy of The Business Times for S$1.30. Available at newsstands on Friday (2 Dec) only.

❄️☃️ BT Luxe Christmas issue 2022 is out tomorrow. Be sure to check out our exclusive features and all things you'll want to keep an eye out for this holiday season!

Celebrate X’mas with superstar JJ Lin! In tomorrow’s edition of BT Luxe, we get festive with music stars, fashion spreads, gift ideas, watch specials and travel features. Free with your copy of The Business Times for S$1.30. Available at newsstands on Friday (2 Dec) only. Photography: Darren Gabriel Leow Art direction & styling: CK Hair styling: Ken Hong/ Evolve Salon Grooming: Clarence Lee Location: Little Social @littlesocialsg All clothes by Louis Vuitton. @jjlin @darrengabrielleow @ckinfolk @kenhong.sg @clarence_lee @louisvuitton #jjlin #mandopop #sgmusic #singaporemusic #asianmusic #christmassingapore #sgchristmas

This isn’t your usual apartment but one that has been specially filled with French inventions. Look out for the speakers, the alarm clock, the bikini and neon lights. Iconic!, now on an the Alliance Francaise de Singapour, hopes to show visitors there’s more to France than what they might know such as these inventions that have changed daily life. The exhibition on till Dec 17 is part of Voilah! France Singapore Festival. Link in bio for details.

As Singapore aims for net-zero emissions by 2050, architects are rethinking building design to meet that goals. Their methods include designing more green spaces, using sustainable building or upcycling materials and retrofitting buildings rather than tearing them down. Link in bio for more details.

Wine Pinnacle Awards 2022 ar Resorts World Sentosa honouring the absolute best wines in the world. BT Lifestyle is proud to be the official media partner for this wonderful event, featuring great food and wine. #wine #singapore #greatwine #wineawards #wineanddine #champagne #whitewine #redwine #luxury

Content creators sharing renovation tips and housekeeping hacks have taken over social media. They say it’s about sharing their experiences with fellow homeowners like themselves and the community. Followers are lapping up the advice and tips shared. Link in bio on who to follow.

Ronald Akili, founder of Potato Head says there’s no need to compromise on fun while saving the environment. Read now he’s doing it and also don’t miss the N*thing is Possible exhibition, at the National Design Centre on real life upcycling examples. Link in bio for details.

Two flats, both on the same street in Tiong Bahru, both of the same size and layout and on the third floor. And both redesigned by WY-TO Singapore. Yet they couldn’t look more different. Link in bio to find out how WY-TO Singapore gave these old spaces new life without losing Tiong Bahru’s nostalgic flair.