Table of contents for April - May 2019 in Da Man

Mr. Chairman Tom Ford officially became the eleventh president of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). After a vote, the fashion designer and movie director will be replacing Diane Furstenberg who had been in charge since 2006. The CFDA had planned for Ford to hold the position in January 2020, however the members of the institution had decided that the designer will take the office by next June. “I have had the privilege of being a member of the American Fashion community for many years and have experienced what the CFDA does for its members and the industry as a whole,” Ford said in a statement from the CFDA. “Having lived and worked in each of the global fashion capitals of the world, I look forward to working…

With each new collection and each new novelty, Louis Vuitton continues to affirm its reputation as a name to be reckoned with in the world of haute horlogerie. One of the latest creations to come from the famed La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton perfectly showcases the maison’s expertise in design and its mastery of high complications. Meet the Voyager Minute Repeater Flying Tourbillon. Face of the Voyager The Voyager Minute Repeater Flying Tourbillon is, naturally, encased in the collections uniquely shaped case—somewhere between a circle and a square. The case comes in white gold and is offered in two variations: The classic option alternates between polished and satin-brushed surfaces while the second variant is set with approximately 8 carats of baguette cut diamonds. Furthermore, and perhaps most importantly, the…

THE BLACK ALBUM Weezer If you’re a fan of Weezer, who used to break out with songs like “Buddy Holly” or “Say It Ain’t So,” you’d feel that their sixth self-titled album is missing their own usual way to disconnect between the melodies from the loud guitars and the lyrics. Case in point: “I’m Just Being Honest,” and “Living in L.A.” is somehow filled with synthetic pop and electronic beats. With so much stylistic variation from track to track, for the aging pop-rockers, this new album still feels surprisingly genuine. In the end, as unique addition to Weezer’s discography, it is not entirely a bad thing, mind you—it’s just not the same anymore. DISTANCE OVER TIME Dream Theater Dream Theater is back with their fourteenth studio album. Titled “Distance Over…

THE TWILIGHT ZONE Stars Jordan Peele This science fiction anthology series entertained audiences with mind-bending narratives and clever twists – and some scary stories - back in the 1959 to 1964. The reboot, hosted and co-executive produced by Jordan Peel suggest that he’ll bring something unique to the table while remaining loyal to the original series. The Twilight Zone will feature stars like Greg Kinnear, Adam Scott, Tracy Morgan, John Cho and more. GOOD OMENS Stars Michael Sheen, David Tennant, Nick Offerman, John Hamm, Benedict Cumberbatch Based on the fantasy novel by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett, "Good Omen" is set in 2018 on the brink of an apocalypse as humanity prepares for a final judgment. The hedonistic demon Crowley (David Tennant) and the angel, Aziraphale (Michael Sheen) mourn their…

Open Sesame Anantara’s third resort in Vietnam and its latest to open is really something else. Located on the country’s most eastern point, Anantara Quy Nhon (Bai Dam Bridge, Ghaunh Rang, Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh Province; +84 256 3840 077; anantara.com/en/quy-nhon) might be the luxury hospitality facility that both the area and the country needs. This is the first four-star resort built in the lesser known region of Binh Dinh. With a miles long untouched coastline overlooking the South China Sea and more than seven hectares of forest surrounding the property, it would have been a prime spot in any other coastal region. And Anantara certainly knows how to start a positive trend. All 26 private villas are equipped with plunge pools, ocean front view, 24 hour room service,…

Introducing the ultimate driving concept of the future, the BMW i8 Roadster. Since the day it was launched, the plugin hybrid, lightweight i8 has never let others steal its thunder with an unparalleled blend of performance and efficiency. Take control of the wheel and experience all of its graceful power as you charge forward at speeds up to 250km/hour. Fell the sparks? That’s what happens upon witnessing the elegance that radiates from each curve of the BMW i8 Roadster. Taking the BMW i design language to a whole new level, to call it stunning would be a massive understatement. The BMW i8’s penchant for style can only be outmatched by its commitment to sustainability. Utilizing its hybrid engine, the i8 creates less carbon emission rates than ever. Electrifying in every…

Here’s a little fun fact that you have to know: Working with familiar faces is always fun. Why? Well, put simply, you already know what to do, and they also already know what to do. So all the preparation gets done in such a short time and then voilà … the entire job goes well. Suffice to say, that is pretty much how it went with our latest photo shoot and interview with multi-talented actress Pevita Pearce, in her second appearance as DAMAN Darling. Yes, she also appeared in the February 2014 issue and, of course, she has moved forward in quantum leap since then. For instance, in the last five years, Pearce has also been involved as a brand ambassadors for multiple brands, played in five different movies, created…

Just like the race and city it’s named for, the Monaco from Heuer—TAG was not part of the company name at the time—is the epitome of elegance and prestige with a vintage flair. Launched in 1969, Heuer successfully created an eye-catching watch that became famous for its unique design and groundbreaking technology. Now, fifty years later, TAG Heuer celebrates this iconic model with new versions of the legendary original and a dedicated book. JOURNEY TO THE PAST As we may already know, in the case with many iconic design classics, the Heuer Monaco surely came with divided opinion. When it was introduced at simultaneous press conferences back in New York and Geneva back on 3rd of March in 1969, most people’s reactions were less than enthusiastic. With the metallic blue…

Fly Me to the Moon Special for this year’s SIHH, Hermès presents the Arceau Heure de la Lune, which carries us up towards the satellite of our Earth. On the dial, whether it’s a meteorite or an aventurine one, the brand injected two white mother-of-pearl discs that surely capture attention. On the first disc, it displays the hours and minutes, while the second one shows the date that comes with blued hands. One thing that makes this watch more special, is none other than the fact that both discs rotate around the central axis once in 59 days, and also corresponds to two complete moon phases. As the discs float above two depictions of the moon and show the satellite’s phases in real time, Hermès successfully expands its universe one…

Using his background and experience as a banker, collector and gallery owner to manage various prestigious art fairs, Leo Silitonga has become a familiar, and notable, name in the art world. He is also the founder of Art Moments, an inaugural art fair that will be held in Jakarta, from the third to the fifth of May. DAMAN: Can you share with us about Art Moments? LS: In May 2018, when I was having lunch with some young collectors, the idea of a new Art Fair popped up in our conversation. I didn’t immediately say yes as there were already both Art Stage Jakarta and Art Jakarta existing in Jakarta. When they said there were rumours that Art Stage Jakarta might no longer be happening, I agreed to organize Art…

Part of the Journey is the End AVENGERS: END GAME Stars Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson Director Anthony Russo, Joe Russo With the perfectly shocking ending of “Avengers: Infinity War”, “Endgame” is the one movie that is on everyone’s agenda. The fate of the universe now rest on the shoulders of the surviving MCU heroes. With the rumors, theories and spoilers spread, here is what we know so far. As Tony Stark is adrift in space and saying his goodbye to Ms. Potts, Captain America and Black Widow is thinking of a plan to fight back Thanos, with a surprise visit from Ant-Man and a sighting of Hawkeye. The latest spoiler was that Pepper Potts will wear the Rescue suit; maybe to rescue Tony…

There has always been a soft spot among Indonesia’s automotive enthusiasts for Porsche’s Macan. In turn, the storied automaker has always kept its latest iterations of the “tiger” ahead of the pack. That being said, let’s take a closer look at the new Porsche Macan. STRIPES OF THE TIGER The new Macan boasts quite a few updates to its exterior, giving the car a sportier and modern vibe. Still, it stays true to Porsche’s design DNA, with subtle (and not so-subtle) hints from the iconic 911 as well as the 918 Spyder. The most obvious upgrade here is a three-dimensional LED tail light strip which gives the new Macan a more confident air. The headlights also feature LED technology as a standard feature and comes with the Porsche Dynamic Light…

ZULFIKAR NAGHI The Natural Born Naghi is probably the one who is most familiar with appearing before a large audience, even before becoming an anchor – and we’re guessing, he is really enjoying it. He was a graduate of public relations, he’s competed in pageants and has worked as wedding MC since in college. He even applied for anchor jobs at two different TV stations at the beginning! That doesn’t mean he’s content, though. Naghi thinks that even if he’s been in broadcasting for 12 years now, there will always be room for improvement. That’s why he’s dreamed of opening his own school of public speaking, where he could share his wisdom and knowledge in communications science and public speaking. Right now, other than his TV work, he’s still doing…

Historically, Louis Cartier was the first to set the design codes of modern watchmaking from the perspective of a jeweller. A pioneer of his time, he believed that the beauty of a watch was not just a matter of decoration. The size, shape and proportions, the look of the meta, and the harmony between bracelet and case were just as important. He soon became interested in “Special-Shaped watches,” which means that the case of the watch that broke away from the traditional round design. Case in point: “Tonneau” (barrel) shaped watches in 1906, square cases from 1904, and “tortue” (turtle) shapes in 1912 were the first examples of very beautiful watchmaking created by an innovative jeweler for the brand. Until now, Cartier shaped watches have evolved over the decades. Square…

ROUTE 66 THESE LINES ARE ICONIC. Taken from the ’60s, the MEXICO 66 from Onitsuka Tiger is now updated with metallic stitching details. The latest collection comes in four new colors, taking inspiration from several classing training shoes such as the Onitsuka Tiger LIMBER, which was one of the first shoes to boast the famous Onitsuka Tiger stripes. MEXICO 66 is known to be versatile enough to be dressed up or down for various occasions and the metallic stitching details on this latest collection is ideal for working or playing. The Californian Summer Mango Man spring/summer 2019 collection is taking us to the streets of Venice Beach. Starring rising star Patrick Schwarzenegger and Australian pro-surfer Luke Stedman for their latest campaign, Mango Man reveals a contemporary style in line with…

The Seductive One Continuation of the best-selling The One for Men collection from 2008, Dolce & Gabbana presents The One Gray. Kit Harington is back for the second time as the face of the fragrance, this time he is in the open-air market of Naples, embodying the innate elegance of The One Gray. Dolce & Gabbana made a choice of intense cold-hot contrast for this fragrance. Starts with an acid-aromatic grapefruit and cardamom, The One Gray later combines with lavender from Provence to create a deep note of a vetiver, creating a pulsating heart. In the end, the beautiful fragrance will reach our senses with the sensuality of ambergris, gray wood and tobacco. The bottle now takes on a cool gray palette; with the steel cap and matte silver box…

Styling Assistant Lintang Hutami Grooming Tristy Novalia Model Zack Lee Location TDA Luxury Toys Jl. Kramat Pela No.31, Kebayoran Baru, Jakarta +62 21 2277 3115 tda.co.id…

Got Milk? Modern home coffee makers have certainly made our mornings much easier; you can brew a cup in no time. The recent technology even allows you to make your own latte or cappuccino with the help of gourmet blend pods so you don’t have to froth and pour your own milk in. But, behold. Nespresso’s Lattissima One is a new kind of machine that has the ability to heat, froth and pour in the perfect amount of milk into your coffee – with just a press of a button. The machine comes with a detachable milk container that connects with its heating system and pours in milk straight to the cup. You’re So Bright LED used to be human’s best creation in artificial light. And the guys at Dyson…

MORTAL KOMBAT 11 By Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment Platform Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, Xbox One Release April 2019 For the next evolution of the iconic franchise, the one and only “Mortal Kombat” is back and better than ever. Much like its predecessor, “Mortal Kombat 11” will feature the likes of Sub Zero, Scorpion, Raiden, Sonya Blade along with new entries like Geras and Kronika—the first female boss in “Mortal Kombat” history. Gameplay changes, meanwhile, will include a new graphics engine that showcases every skull-shattering and eye-popping moment for any of your brutalities and fatalities. On top of that, the new Custom Character Variations give you unprecedented control of your fighters to make them your own. DAYS GONE By Sony Interactive Entertainment Platform PS4 Release April 2019 “Days Gone” is an…

The More the Merrier Looking for a venue for a birthday brunch, group dinner or just a small gathering with friends? In that case, Spectrum at the Fairmont Jakarta hotel (Jl. Asia Afrika No. 8, Jakarta; +62 21 29703333; fairmont.com/jakarta) comes highly recommended. There’s a variety of lively show-kitchens serving a range of dishes from all over the world, an extended buffet spread (as well as pop-up stations) for brunch and much more. Last but not least, Spectrum also has something special for those coming to the venue for birthdays, arisan and other occasions. Wasabi Tuna Tartare or its Crispy Soft Shell Crab, served with watermelons underneath to balance the crunchy and savory Soft Shell Crab. And the fun continues to Kilo Lounge located just underneath the kitchen. There, expect…

Primarily known for his portrayal of Dr. Levi Schmitt, one of the most intriguing new characters from “Grey’s Anatomy,” Jake Borelli is having a new life right now. At the show’s 15th season, Borelli is part of a new major LGBTQ storyline to the hit medical-drama series with the introduction of Grey-Sloan Memorial Hospital’s first openly gay male character, Dr. Nico Kim (played by Alex Landi, one of the celeb that we featured on our Feb/Mar 2019 issue). In the series’ first same-sex relationship involving two male doctors, Borelli’s character sexual orientation was revealed when he shared a kiss in an elevator with Landi’s character. After the episode aired, Borelli posted a photo on his Instagram with a message in which he came out to his fans. Now, as he…

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Looking back through the history of the brand, Bvlgari acquired gérald genta—a brand founded in 1969 by the designer and watch master genius himself—back in 2000. After that, the joined story of the two houses of excellence begun. His expertise, extraordinary know how, soul and most of the company’s highly skilled watchmakers have been integrated into the Bvlgari’s state-of-the-art manufacture in le sentier, switzerland. in the last decades, this savoir-faire wasn’t merely preserved, but has served as an inspiration and a driving force for Bvlgari to establish itself in the top league of high-end swiss watchmakers. Now, exactly 50 years later, Bvlgari pays tribute to the 50th anniversary of the brand that they acquired almost 20 years ago with a modern interpretation of one of the watch designer’s most iconic…