Russell Marino Soh

SUB-EDITOR

Russell is a sub-editor at The Business Times. He also writes for the paper’s lifestyle section.

Children from ComLink+ families picked up financial literacy skills at a workshop by Standard Chartered.
COMPANY OF GOOD

To give back, Standard Chartered keeps an eye on the practical and long-term

The bank, which has operated in Singapore for over a century, believes its sustainability thrives on society’s prosperity

Noah Tan, one of the winners at the inaugural UOL X ART:DIS Art Prize in 2023, runs a workshop on textured art techniques.
COMPANY OF GOOD

UOL gives back through inclusive arts and youth empowerment

Its CSR approach demonstrates the ‘power of collaboration’, says group CEO Liam Wee Sin

On the right, a faux-leather Karl Lagerfeld dress is given an extra pop with satin panels and glimmering fringe embellishments.
STYLE

Horse around with these Chinese New Year style trends

These equine-inspired styles are sure to catch attention this festive season

The iconic Mexico 66 has been given a thicker cup sole for Onitsuka Tiger's Italian Made series.
STYLE

Onitsuka Tiger reinvents icons with an Italian twist

The Japanese label’s new series reimagines its sneakers with artisanal craftsmanship from the Mediterranean country

Kill Me Softly is a Japanese twist on a classic dirty martini, topped with a marinated quail egg.
BARFLY

Spilling secrets at Duxton cocktail bar Goodbye, Alibi

The watering hole with a savoury-forward menu invites its guests to bare their souls

rmsonitsuka5 - The Onitsuka Brogue in black leather and tweed.

PHOTO: THE ONITSUKA
BTLUXE EXCLUSIVE

The Onitsuka: Classic craft meets contemporary cool

The brand’s creations breathe new life into familiar silhouettes

From left: Joanne and Joy Koh from Joe's Tailoring; Adele Chung from Meiko Tailor; and Fong Loo Fern from CYC Tailor.
STYLE

Breaking the pattern: The women putting their spin on heritage menswear tailoring

The leading ladies of three home-grown businesses share their stories, and how they’ve made their mark in this male-dominated industry

Graduates of the Voices for Hope programme perform at Dementia Singapore's 35th anniversary gala dinner. The 10-week programme is among those that will be supported by Keppel's donation.
TAKING HEART

Keppel donates S$1 million to strengthen dementia care programmes in Singapore

Amid an ageing population, the need for such services ‘continues to grow’, says CEO Loh Chin Hua

Today’s hottest silhouettes and aesthetics may be borrowed from times past, but they’re still chock-full of modern flair. 
STYLE

Not your grandfather’s suit: Local tailoring gets a refresh

A merger of past and present is taking over Singapore’s bespoke menswear scene. Local tailors spill on the latest looks and trends