Da Manの June - July 2019 の目次

Every May, while preparing DAMAN’s June/July issue, I will always set aside a day or two to go over the photos taken during the year’s DAMAN Party. In this case, the twelfth. I always find it an uplifting experience to relive the event from a fresh perspective. It’s also uplifting to see a new format—a new tradition, if you will—really taking root and becoming a celebrated part of the magazine. I am talking, of course, about the Awards portion of the DAMAN Party experience. Introduced last year, it proved to be quite popular among guests and fans of the magazine. Award ceremonies are always exciting, but being able to be the one to say to an artist, “Hey, your work has really inspired a lot of people and we want…

Under the Sun There are plenty of reasons to love summer and one of them is getting a sun-kissed skin because nothing beats that glorious warm feeling from your skin while under the sun. Don’t forget the importance of safe tanning and prepare your skin properly before stepping out into the sun. The most crucial step before sun exposure is to exfoliate your skin. Exfoliation removes dead cells from the uppermost layer of skin and allows fresh skin to appear. Removing dead cells can even out your skin tone, remove pore-clogging dirt and oil and even prevent acne. The less build-up of dead skin cells, the more shallow your layer of skin will be, which make your tan last longer. While some people get tanned much easier than others, understand…

What is it that separates the ordinary from the extraordinary? The normal and the phenomenal? More often than not, those who aspire to greatness—and then reach it—are those who are unafraid to make bold decisions and take on whatever adversities might come with it. In short, those who, when big decisions are thrust upon them, square up and make the call. This is an attitude that The Macallan is intimately familiar with. Since its founding way back in 1824, the Scottish distillery has faced many challenges and found itself having to make tough decisions. More importantly, the storied brand has never hesitated when success is within its reach and all it takes is one bold decision. An interesting example of this attitude would be how The Macallan took the decisive…

The idea that there are optimum times to take your meals as well as bad times to eat is nothing new. You’ve probably heard or read hundreds of arguments for or against breakfast, diet tips that would include points about avoiding midnight snacks and so on. Going even further back, Ayurveda, the ancient medicine system from India, emphasizes meal timing as a key factor to good health. This concept—which is also present in some shape or form throughout most traditional healing systems—has been validated time and again in modern studies. Of course, like just about anything health-related, there’s no magic formula that’s the be-all and end-all of meal timing. But we do know for sure that meal timing plays a critical role in maintaining good health. Today we have a…

“AS CURRENTLY STANDS, WE KIND OF LACK AT THE REGENERATION PART AND ALSO WE HAVE TO CREATE A CERTAIN STANDARD ABOUT THIS” This year alone, German-born actor Arifin Putra is headlining three major motion picture titles. He’s also scheduled to appear in at least one more that doesn’t have an official release date yet, which means that not long from now he’ll have more than 12 credited roles to his name. “In the second half of 2019, I have two movies that will be playing in theaters,” he happily explains, opening the conversation. “One of them is titled ‘Twivortiare.’ This movie tells the story about a couple who were already married, got divorced and then will re-marry again. But there’s a twist that I don’t want to spoil. Meanwhile, for…

Coming from a Hollywood household, Jack Quaid has acting rooted deep in him since the very beginning. You cant help but see a glimpse of his mother, Meg Ryan when he smiles and the natural good looks from his father, Dennis Quaid. Growing up under the limelight of his parent’s fame, being on set is nothing new for him. On his own, the 27-year-old actor is steadily building his career. He started off his big-screen acting debut as Marvel in “The Hunger Games,” a villain role back in 2012 and then again for the same role in 2013. He also appeared in Steven Soderbergh’s heist comedy “Logan Lucky” in 2017 and acted alongside Dwayne Johnson in Rampage in 2018. With memorable roles on his repertoire, Jack is ready to tackle…

Throughout its long and rich history in the world of haute horlogerie, Cartier has carved its own path marked by innovation, exquisite craftsmanship and—most importantly, as any watch connoisseur can tell you—the iconic shapes of its most celebrated timepieces. For some time now, the maison has released small, highly-curated collections under the Cartier Privé name. Each of these selections celebrate one of the unique silhouettes which has become the hallmarks of Cartier watchmaking. In 2015 the Crash was reinterpreted. For 2017, it was the Tank Cintrée’s turn. And today, in 2019, revisits one of its oldest wristwatches: the Tonneau. Revisiting an Icon Revealed in 1906, not too long after the Santos made its debut in 1904, the Tonneau was yet another challenge issued by Cartier against the conventions of traditional…

PILOT TYPE 20 EXTRA SPECIAL SILVER One thing that makes this year more interesting from Zenith is the fact that the brand has chosen its iconic Pilot line to introduce its first ever timepiece with a silver case. Named the Pilot Type 20 Extra Special Silver, this watch channels the collection’s pioneering spirit as well as Zenith’s acclaimed history of onboard instruments developed during the early years of aeronautics. Renowned for its unique heritage and extensive range of appealing choices, the Pilot line offers the ideal platform for this new watch, which issued in a 250-piece limited edition. Above all, while never losing sight of the adventurous mindset that forged its legend, the imposing presence and sporting spirit of the Pilot Type 20 Extra Special Silver offers a standout silver…

CROSS IT OVER Still around for another season, crossbody bags are set to be the go-to bag. Let’s face it; crossbody bags are unbelievably useful when it comes to carrying keys, wallets, phones and everything else. It feels so natural that your moves wont be limited. And vanity doesn’t have to be at odds with utility. So many stylish selections are yours to decide, starting with the classics to the ones with neon popping colors. But of course, there are a few things to consider when choosing the right one. Either it’s for day-to-day look or travel, match the size and the shape of the crossbody bag with your whole outfit. Outfit and bag, Givenchy…

The Explorer Adventure has no limits. Montblanc Explorer tells the story of adventures, quests for excellence and exploring the four corners of the globe. With the rarest ingredients from all over the world, Explorer is created by the three Givaudian perfumers: Jordi Fernandez, Antoine Maisondieu and Olivier Pescheux. This woody aromatic leather fragrance starts with effusive bergamot from Italy as the top note, revealing a bright, energetic and optimistic side of the fragrance. Then it carries on with vetiver from Haiti as the heart note and perfected by rich patchouli from Indonesia for the closure. The bottle is wrapped with black leather-like Saffiano motif and also features the iconic star that adorns all the Maison’s leather goods since 1926. The sleeve and emblem itself are assembled by hand at the…

Music to Your Ears Wireless earbuds was, at one point, shunned for being inferior to their wired brethren and was blamed for the disappearance of audio jacks on many new smartphones. Now, while it’s true that having yet another piece of tech that you need to charge before going about your day can be annoying, Bluetooth earbuds are actually pretty darn convenient when you think about it. And newer models offer amazing performance. Just look at, for example, the Powerbeats Pro by Beats. Its price tag might be a tough pill to swallow, but it boasts the kind of audio quality and battery life that would make it worth the investment. Connectivity is excellent, the design keeps the earbuds securely fastened to your ears and, if you’re an iOS user,…

WHAT WE DO IN THE SHADOWS Stars Kayvan Novak, Matt Berry, Natasia Demetriou “What We Do In The Shadows” is a comedy horror series that is actually based on the 2014 film of a same name written by Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi. The film gained quite a cult following so it’s quite exciting to see what the new series has in store. The new 10-episodes series follows three vampire roommates living in New York City, where they deal with everyday vampire problems like hunting for virgins, avoiding sunlight and fending off the Staten Island Werewolf Support Group. Absurd and ridiculously fun, get ready to binge on this one. KINGDOM Stars Ju Ji-Hoon, Ryu Seung-ryong, Bae Doo-na “Kingdom” is a zombie drama set in medieval Korea. It’s actually Netflix’s first…

Apart from its world renowned brand and five-star quality, Fairmont Jakarta has the best corner address in South Jakarta. It’s within walking distance of three shopping centers (Plaza Senayan, Senayan City and FX), one sports and activity mega-complex (Gelora Bung Karno), as well as the newly operating mass transit transportation system or MRT. All that makes it an ideal choice for many things: luxury stay, dining, meetings, conference and seminars. But what if there is more? More for us who like to indulge in good after office night cap with minimum hassle for commute. Introducing Fairmont Jakarta’s evening destinations, giving options to Jakarta’s after-hours lifestyle scene. Starting from the K22 Bar, the hotel’s semi-outdoor bar that overlooks the city’s skyline from an all-new perspective – thanks to its twenty plus…

Nowadays, there are a lot of ways to improve our physical health. If you’re looking for the thrill that you always longed for and at the same time want to work all of your muscles in a single workout, then wall climbing is the one that you’re looking for. For one, it makes your time spent at the gym more effective, as it is a great solution for those who do not have time to come into the gym multiple times a week to work out. Instead of choosing between focusing on cardio and focusing on strength during a single gym session, wall climbing allows you to do both simultaneously. To top it off, this will also give your body the ability to move effectively, increasing your flexibility and with…

Jessica Iskandar, industry. At the beginning of her journey, before entering the world of entertainment, Iskandar attended the John Casablanca modeling school. She then tried out for multiple castings and finally landed a role as Karra in the movie “Dealova.” That marked her debut on the silver screen and was also became the one that catapulted her to fame. Her career continued with the movie “Diva” back in 2007. After that came soap operas as well as a lot of television movies starting from 2008. She also became the host of multiple TV shows. Safe to say, Iskandar has definitely grown into one of the most familiar faces on TV and cinema alike. Aside to that, Iskandar, who has hosted variety shows like “Dahsyat” and “Pesbukers” (Facebookers), released a mini…

Some call it luck their way to success. For Mena Massoud’s case, he landed one of the most anticipated roles in a Disney movie. When his name was announced for the role of Aladdin in the upcoming live action remake, people were a bit puzzled. Who is this guy and where has he been all this time? But Massoud actually started his acting career almost a decade ago, with roles in few TV series such as “Nikita,” “Open Heart” and “Saving Hope.” The Egypt born actor knew that he wanted to be an actor at a very young age, but coming from immigrant parents, he was taught that the arts were only a hobby. He migrated to Canada when he was younger and his parents wanted him to be a…

Last March, Hermès threw an extravagant homage to men where it set a high standard on how a luxe brand can combine the experiences of high fashion, heritage, quality craftsmanship and entertainment – all in a single continuous presentation. The dedicated event was held along London’s Thames River front, at the heart of the fashionable neighborhood of Nine Elms Lane, inside a temporary space that could have housed an airliner, built specifically for the night. Outside, guests were greeted by giant neon typography of the evening’s theme, “Step into the Frame,” on the façade. Intriguing is an understatement at this point – we somehow knew it was going to be great; we didn’t know that we were going to be blown away. The Runway of the Season Hermès went straight…

1 The Stars Are Out It’s that time of the year, the hottest party in town. Heavy rain that poured down in Jakarta hours before the event didn’t discourage the respectable guests to celebrate the 12th DAMAN party, held at The Residence OnFive at Grand Hyatt Jakarta. Together with the magazine’s longtime partners INTime, Memo Paris and Absolut, we welcomed familiar faces from public figures and celebrities to this milestone. And it’s not DAMAN party without a very special guest. This year, we are also joined by top model and former English footballer, John Halls. As the guests enjoyed the cocktails prepared by Absolut, took pictures by the Time International photo booth, an intimate dinner table setting awaited for them inside. And for the second time, we awarded the incredible talents…

Short Shorts Now that the temperature is rising and the weather is getting hotter, it’s the perfect time to pull out the shorts. And not just any normal boring shorts, this summer shorts are getting even shorter. From Lanvin, Dior Homme to Hermès, the designers integrated shorts into their shows, with more varieties in color, pattern and material. Get your tan ready because it’s time to show them off. All White White hues are one of the must-have summer wardrobe staples. It’s classic and never fails. For this season, what matters is how you wear your whites. If you’re planning to wear white on white, choose pieces in different shades and textures. White smoke, linen, floral white and ivory are the shades you can consider to pull off this trending…

Sporty Elegance The Marine collection from Breguet affirms its sporty elegance. Case in point: From case to bracelet the new Marine 5517 features a titanium design, adding robust and light properties to this collection. Up front, the brand also pairs the titanium with a sunburst slate-gray dial in gold. The sobriety of these shades of grey underlines the contemporary design of the Marine. Inside, in its continuous quest for reliability, the House of Breguet uses the self-winding manufacture 777A caliber precision-tested in six different positions. Above all, elegant and sporty in its shades of gray, the titanium Marine 5517 is ready to face the seas and ocean spray. Jump Around The Tambour Spin Time from Louis Vuitton astounded watchmaking circles ten years ago when it introduced an entirely new way…

Trevor Noah has endured it all, as he told his story in the autobiography comedy book, Born a Crime: Stories from a South African Childhood (Doubleday Canada). Born under apartheid, his existence was illegal. His birth was, as the title of his book suggests, a crime. As the child of a white father and a black mother under South Africa during apartheid, the authorities would take him if he had been noticed. So he had to survive under extreme poverty, violence and the most oppressive regime the world has ever known. When he’s finally liberated by the regime, Trevor and his mother set forth on a grand adventure, living openly and freely while embracing every opportunity. Born a Crime is the story of a mischievous young boy who grows into…

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BREITLING PREMIER NORTON EDITION One of the most exciting reveals at Baselworld 2019 from Breitling is the Premier B01 Chronograph 42 Norton Edition, which celebrates the partnership between the brand and British motorcycle company Norton. It’s safe to say that this new watch is a distinctive interpretation of the Premier that makes a bold urban statement. Case in point: Up front, the elegant black dial comes with golden numerals and hour and minute hands, which offers an intriguing contrast. On the other hand, in order to indicate the Breitling Manufacture Caliber 01 at the heart of this watch, the silver subdials are now set against a black dial. To top it off, the “Norton” logo is engraved on a plate on the left side of the case. All in all,…

Hong Kong has long promoted itself as “Asia’s world city,” a regional hub for international business, a major player in finances and, of course, a major tourist destination. So, it was only natural for TUMI—a leading international brand of travel, business and lifestyle accessories—to pick Hong Kong as the theme of its newest campaign for Asia and the Middle East. And for the star of this campaign, the brand has tapped none other than Hollywood actor Chris Pratt. A Star on the Road “I’m going to Hong Kong!” Pratt exclaims at the start of his TUMI campaign video. What follows was then a cool and funny montage of him and his assistant packing for the star’s first ever trip to Hong Kong, all the while showing off the myriad of…