Beatific Prism – Ecstatic, Seraphic, Blissful

There are different ways to express one’s inner blissfulness and happiness but the most fashionable channel has to be through clothing. Whether you want to go for a monochrome look or wear something vibrant, or something more psychedelic, here are some attention-grasping summer 2023 fits that are ecstatic, seraphic and blissful to look your best this season.

Look 1

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On Her
Dress by Hermès

On Him
Top, scarf, pants and slippers by Hermès

Look 2

summer 2023

On Her
Top, skirt and handbag by Prada

On Him
Top, jacket and shorts by Prada

Look 3

summer 2023

Earrings by Versace, Printed jersey top by Acne Studios (courtesy of Net-a-Porter) and Bra by Miu Miu

Look 4

summer 2023

On Her
Jacket by Prada

On Him
Top, jacket and pants by Dunhill

Also Read: Natural Angst – Monochrome looks for the freakishly fierce DNA in you

Look 5

summer 2023

On Her
Dress by Loewe and Heels by Giuseppe Zanotti

On Him
Top by Loewe and Pants by Dunhill

Look 6

summer 2023

Jacket, pants, rings and handbag by Dior

Look 7

summer 2023

On Her
Dress by Gucci, Crystal-embellished mini satin tote by Magda Butrym, courtesy of Net-a-Porter

On Him
Top, vest and shorts by Gucci

Look 8

summer 2023

On Her
Dress and boots by Versace

On Him
Jacket and pants by Dunhill, Handbag by Ferragamo and Shoes by Giuseppe Zanotti

(Photographer: Jack Law, Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma, Videographer: Jack Fontanilla, Female Model: Ally Teo (Quest Artists & Models), Male Model: Dawson Chen (Quest Artists & Models), Hair and Make-up: Owen Ko & Joenny Lau)

Men’s Style Guide: Bold summer outfits for any occasions

Bold, confident and unapologetically bare, step out of the shadows and into the spotlight in daring skin-baring separates, pops of colours and breezy loose-fitting numbers to this summer. No matter what the occasion calls for, this style guide will inspire any man to move through the season with comfort, confidence and finesse.

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Jacket, button-up shirt, belt and pants by Valentino

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Handbag, jacket and pants by Dunhill

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Button-up shirt and jeans by Diesel; Shoes by Jimmy Choo

Look 4

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Polo shirt, belt, trousers and mule sandals by Salvatore Ferragamo

 

Also Read: Men’s Spring-Summer 2022: Relaxed masculinity runs riot

Look 5

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Jacket, collar and shorts by Prada

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Scarf by Balenciaga; Handbag by Dunhill; Trousers by Diesel; Bracelet and shoes by Versace

Look 7

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Top by Dunhill

 

(Photographer: Jack Law; Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma; Videographer: Jackie Chan; Model: Eugene M (Quest Artists & Models); Hair and Make Up: Owen Ko)

 

Also Read: Men’s Fashion: Best white sneakers for the ultimate casual look

 

Fashion Trends: Monochromatic outfits are here to stay…

Timeless, seasonless and simply classic, black and white style is absolutely the way to go if you’re aiming for a look to suit any occasion. This monochromatic palette remains a constant staple throughout the seasonal fashion cycle and here, we’ve put together some of our favourite ensembles from this season’s high fashion collections.

Look 1

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On Her: Drop earrings, jacket, skirt, handbag and heels by Prada
On Him: Jacket and pants by Gucci; Shoes by Salvatore Ferragamo

Look 2

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On Her: Earrings by Jimmy Choo; Nylon-strap mini-dress by Ganni, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER
On Him: Cross-body bags, jacket, pants and sandals by Balenciaga

Look 3

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On Her: Shawl, top and long shirt by Chloé
On Him: Top, shorts, handbag and sandals by Salvatore Ferrgamo

Look 4

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Jacket and pants by Brunello Cucinelli

Also Read: It List: Spring fashion accessories to invest in right now

Look 5

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On Her: Button-embellished midi dress by Rasario, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Heels by Salvatore Ferragamo
On Him: Jacket, pants and shoes by Dunhill

Look 6

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On Her: Necklace, bracelet, ring, top, pants and handbag by Salvatore Ferragamo
On Him: Top, jacket and pants by Versace

Look 7

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On Her: Jacket, bralette and pants by Hermès
On Him: Top and pants by Hermès

Look 8

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On Her: Necklace, ring, jacket, bra and heels by Gucci
On Him: Jumpsuit, bracelets, socks and shoes by Prada

Look 9

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Long-coat, bodysuit, earrings and mid-heel pointed toe mules by Shiatzy Chen

Also Read: High fashion, glam ideas for your next vacation

(Photographer: Jack Law Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma Videographer: Jackie Chan; Female model: Kiranjeet Gill (Elite Model Management Hong Kong Limited); Male model: Leo Umanskiy (Elite Model ; Management Hong Kong Limited); Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Owen Ko)

Chromatic Charisma: Bright and Bold spring trends are here

Nothing announces Spring quite like a splash of colour to your ensemble. Bold, bright and electrifying, check out Gafencu’s edit of high street fashion styles to step into the new season.

Look 1

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On Her: Cropped jacket, pants and boots by Versace
On Him: Jacket and trousers by Diesel

Look 2

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On Her
Dress and heels by Prada
On Him
Bucket hat, jumpsuit, bag and shoes by Prada

Look 3

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Long trench coat and sweat pants by Balenciaga

Look 4

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Earrings, top and long skirt by Shiatzy Chen

Look 5

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On Her: Hoodie, long denim skirt and heels by Balenciaga
On Him: Hoodie and trousers by Diesel; Shoes by Jimmy Choo

Look 6

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On Her: Oversized jacket by Diesel; Handbag by Roger Vivier; Heels by Salvatore Ferragamo
On Him: Jacket and pants by Dunhill; Cross-body bag by Rimowa; Mule sandals by Salvatore Ferragamo

Look 7

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On Her: Dress and wedge sneakers by Isabel Marant
On Him: Jacket, pants and sneakers by Diesel

Look 8: 

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On Her: Dress by Ports 1961; Handbag and heels by Jimmy Choo
On Him: T-shirt, shorts and shoes by Diesel

Look 9

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On Her: Dress and boots by Valentino
On Him: Jacket, button-up shirt, shorts and boots by Valentino

 

(Photographer: Jack Law Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma Videographer: Jackie Chan; Female model: Sonia B (Quest Artists & Models) Male model: Maksim B (Quest Artists & Models); Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Owen Ko)

Valentine’s Day 2022: Fashionable outfit ideas for men

Getting ready ahead of the romantic festivities for valentine’s day? You’ve got the sweet confections and thoughtful gifts on point and a romantic dine-in booked for you and yours, now all that’s left is to put your best foot forward in your most polished outerwear. Whether you’ve dedicated the day to a casual alfresco brunch or planned an intimate evening together, these looks to make you stand out will surely have her (or him) stand proud next to you. 

Look 1

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Shirt, jacket, pants, cross-body bag and shoes by Valentino

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Polo shirt, pants and shoes by Hermès

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iPhone 13 Mini in red, AirTags with red tag and Apple Watch Series 7 in red by Apple; Jacket and pants by Dunhill; Shoes by Christian Louboutin

Look 4

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Necklaces, rings, jacket, pants and shoes by Bottega Veneta

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Sweater, shorts, handbag and shoes by Loewe

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Jacket, trousers and shoes by Hugo Boss

Look 7

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Jacket and trousers by Mr Porter; Rings, water bottle with sling and sneakers by Givenchy

 

Photographer: Jack Law Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma Videographer: Jackie Chan; Model: Ismael (Synergy Model Management Limited) Hair and Make Up: Heti Tsang

Oriental Fashion: Celebrate Chinese New Year with this capsule collection

​How best to dress you and yours for a month of festivities? These sartorial looks are serving some high-fashion oriental inspiration that is worth getting behind… Don’t believe us? Just check out these absolutely gorgeous styles…

Look 1

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On Her: Dress by Isabel Marant; Handbag and heels by Christian Louboutin
On Him: Jacket and trousers by Dunhill; Shoes by Hugo Boss

Look 2

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On Her: Loula dress by Renaissance Renaissance, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Pouch by Loewe; Heels by Salvatore Ferragamo
On Him: Sweater, pants and shoes by Hermès

Look 3

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On Her: Top, jacket, skirt and heels by Valentino
On Him: Jacket, pants and shoes by Hugo Boss

Look 4

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On Her: Coat dress, handbag and heels by Bottega Veneta
On Him: Jacket, shorts and shoes by Hugo Boss

Look 5

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Sweater, pants and loafers by Hermès

Look 6

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On Her: Jacket, pants and heels by Valentino
On Him: Jacket and pants by Hugo Boss; Shoes by Christian Louboutin

Look 7

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On Her: Tiffani polka-dot tulle midi dress by Rebecca Vallance, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER
On Him: Long jacket, pants and shoes by Valentino

Look 8

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Earrings by Roger Vivier; Angelina long dress by Safiyaa, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Heels by Jimmy Choo

Also See: Year of the Tiger: Lucky colours to wear according to Feng Shui

Photographer: Jack Law; Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma; Videographer: Jackie Chan; Female model: Sun YueChen (Synergy Model Management Limited); Male model: Wong He (Synergy Model Management Limited); Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Owen Ko; Venue: Oriental Home

Hue Dunnit: Colourful statement pieces for the cooler season

Serving up bold and bright shades to add a splash of colour for the cooler season are the highest in high fashion, from an emerald green ensemble by Gucci to a cobalt blue floral dress by Balenciaga to an electric purple turtleneck and long skirt by Stella McCartney — the true hues of winter are all shades of fierce,  contrasting tones. Don’t believe us, just see for yourself…

Look 1

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On Her:
Turtleneck and long skirt by Stella McCartney; Handbag by Jimmy Choo; Heels by Versace
On Him
Jacket, pants, handbag and shoes by Salvatore Ferragamo

Look 2

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On Her:
Jacket, pants, boot heels by Hermès
On Him
Jacket, pants, watch and shoes by Hermès

Look 3

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Button-up shirt, shorts and shoes by Prada

Look 4

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On Her:
Earrings, dress and thigh-high boots by Bottega Veneta
On Him:
Necklace, ring, jacket, button-up shirt, pants and shoes by Hermès

 

Look 5

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On Her:
Jacket, necklace, cross-body bag, trousers and loafers by Gucci
On Him:
Jacket, rings, handbag, pants and loafers by Gucci

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Dress and high-knee boots by Balenciaga

Look 7

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On Her:
Earrings, dress and ankle boots by Loewe
On Him:
Vest by Dunhill; Pants by Hermès; Shoes by Salvatore Ferragamo

Look 8

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On Her:
Earrings, jacket and skirt by Versace; Heels by Jimmy Choo
On Him:
Sleeveless long shirt by Loewe; Pants by Prada; Shoes by Dunhill

Look 9

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On Her:
Dress and high-knee boots by Balenciaga
On Him:
Jacket, necklace, cross-body bag, pants and shoes by Prada

 

Photographer: Jack Law; Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma; Videographer: Kes Lei; Jackie Chan Female model: Ka Wai (Elite Model Management Hong Kong Limited); Male model: Ling Kai (Elite Model Management Hong Kong Limited); Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Owen Ko

Sartorial men’s styling to level up your fashion game

Make way for the new traditionalists!

Modern men are redefining the traditional men’s fashion trends with a more feminen touch. From shades of pink to clutch bags and golden necklaces, it’s time to tap into your softer side with a sartorial style that will have you elevating your fashion game to the next level. 

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Look 1
Jacket, cross-body bag, trousers and boots by Dunhill

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Look 2
Jacket by Loewe; Pants by Hermès

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Shirt, pants and boots by Loewe

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Chain necklace by LoeweTracksuit by Stella McCartney

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Trench coat, bracelet, clutch, pants and shoes by Versace

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Look 6
Trench coat, handbag, pants and shoes by Bottega Veneta

 

 

Photographer: Jack Law; Videographer: Kingsley Lau; Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma; Model: Ricky (Elegance Model Management); Hair and Make Up: Heti Tsang

Fashion Bible: Showstopping styles from luxury fashion brands!

Lights, camera, action! Get ready to step out with full confidence and strut your way into any occasion that demands the flashiest of fashion-forward ensembles. With showstopping fashion statements from Hermès, Versace, Bottega Veneta and more, you’ll be turning heads at the very least.

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Look 1
On Her:
Trench coat by Bottega Veneta
On Him:
Trench coat by Bottega Veneta

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Look 2
On Her:
Long jacket, gloves and handbag by Prada
On Him:
Jacket and trousers by Prada

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Look 3
Turtleneck dress by Hermès

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Look 4
Jacket by Loewe; Pants by Dunhill

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Look 5
On Her: 
Vest, pants, heels, earrings and necklace by Versace
On Him:
Shoes, pants, vest and bracelet by Versace

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Look 6
On Her:
Top and pants by Bottega Veneta
On Him:
Sweater and pants by Hermès

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Look 7
On Her:
Starling midi dress by Safiyaa, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Handbag by Stella McCartney; High-knee boots by Hermès
On Him:
Sweater by Loewe; Pants by Dunhill; Shoes by Versace

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Look 8
On Her:
Floral mini-dress by Magda Butrym, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Heeled boots by Jimmy Choo
On Him:
Turtleneck, pants and sneakers Jacket, trousers and boots by Hermès

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Look 9
On Her:
Jacket, handbag and thigh-high boots by Prada
On Him:
Turtleneck, long jacket, pants and shoes by Prada

 

 

Photographer: Jack Law
Art Direction & Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma
Videographer: Kingsley Lau

Female model: Miriam (Elegance Model Managment)
Male model: Pat (Elegance Model Managment)
Hair and Make-up: Heti Tsang and Joenny Lau

Duo Tones: How to look great? Co-ordinate.

How best to dress you and yours for a month filled with love, romance, and auspicious festivities? Co-ordinate your outfits with these hot picks that will make you the crowd’s envy. 

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Look 1
On Her:
Double line diamond Riviera necklace with ruby pendant, cushion-cut ruby ear tops, assorted tennis bracelets, broad diamond mesh bracelet and eternity ring band, all by Royal Enterprises Hong Kong; Smocking jacket with ¾ sleeves and trousers by The Kooples; Heels by Jimmy Choo x Marine Serre
On Him:
Jacket and trousers by Bottega Veneta; Shoes by Valentino Garavani

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Look 2
On Her:
Oxidised white diamond earrings and assorted tennis bracelets by Royal Enterprises Hong Kong; Black long-sleeved shirt, black midi skirt and leggings all by Gucci; Embroidered feathered vest by Salvatore Ferragamo; Heels by Giuseppe Zanotti 
On Him:
Jacket and trousers by Bottega Veneta; Shoes by Valentino Garavani

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Look 3
Top and trousers by Mr Porter

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Look 4
On Him: 
Iris & Ink ivory pea coat, courtesy of THE OUTNETTop and trousers by Mr Porter Bag by Givenchy
On Her:
Diamond cluster ear tops with South Sea pearls, Starburst necklace, tennis bracelet and diamond ring, all by Royal Enterprises Hong Kong; Jacket by Christian Dior; Iris & Ink white shirt, courtesy of THE OUTNET; Trousers by Isabel Marant; Bag by Roger Vivier

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Look 5
On Her:
Oxidised diamond-studded daisy and pearl necklace and 3D ruby and yellow diamond leaf ring by Royal Enterprises Hong Kong; RASARIO polka-dot midi dress, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Bag by Christian Louboutin; Heels by Prada 
On Him:
Jacket by Dunhill; Pants by Dolce & Gabbana; Shoes by Valentino Garavani

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Look 6
On Him:
Wrap shirt and trousers by Dunhill; Shoes by Christian Louboutin
On Her:
Ruby and diamond shoulder sweeper earrings and single line diamond Riviera necklace by Royal Enterprises Hong Kong; Shearling collar cape coat by Loewe; Belt and sling bag by Roger Vivier; Heels by Jimmy Choo x Marine Serre

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Look 7
Black and white diamond beaded necklace and matching earrings by Royal Enterprises Hong Kong; Headband by Roger Vivier; BEAUFILLE Camarina plissé-chiffon blouse, courtesy of THE OUTNET; Materiel Silk slip midi dress with faux leather bra, courtesy of NET-A-PORTER; Bag by Valentino Garavani; Heels by Givenchy

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Look 8
On Her:
Diamond and South Sea pearl ear tops and necklace, and diamond ring, all by Royal Enterprises Hong Kong; Long tailored coat and trousers by Givenchy; Heels by Jimmy Choo
On Him:
Jacket and trousers by Dolce & Gabbana; Shoes by Valentino Garavani 

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Look 9
On Her:
Antique ruby and rose cut diamond necklace and earrings by Royal Enterprises Hong Kong; Top by The Kooples; Trousers by Valentino Garavani; Bag by Loewe; Heels by Jimmy Choo 

On Him:
Shirt and trousers by Valentino Garavani; Bag and shoes by Valentino Garavani 

 

Photographer: Jack Law
Videographer: Andy Wan
Art Direction and Styling: Jhoshwa Ledesma
Female model : Ania M (Synergy Model Management Ltd) 
Male model: Hugues A (Synergy Model Management Ltd)
Hair and Make-up: Margaret Wong and Vincy Lee