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Sydney Morning Herald
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
The dream purchase soprano Danielle de Niese finds ‘hard to justify'
This story is part of the July 27 edition of Sunday Life. See all 14 stories. Each week, we quiz a prominent person about their style and the inspiration behind it. Ahead, opera singer Danielle de Niese. How would you describe your style? Diva glam. What's the oldest thing in your wardrobe? A white blouse given to me by Donna Karan. I wore it on the cover of my debut album, Handel Arias, in 2007. And the most recent addition? A white leather Gucci belt with the classic gold GG buckle. What would you wear… … on a first date? On my first date with my husband I wore jeans, a white lace shirt that had a train at the back and high heels with a pearl ankle strap. … on a plane? Black trousers, a shirt, jumper, big scarf and my Brooks tennis shoes. … on the red carpet? I've worked with some amazing designers: Marchesa, Temperley, Vivienne Westwood; a favourite is a fuchsia corseted gown that Vivienne made for me. And I wear Christian Louboutin 'Nude' heels for darker skin. What's your favourite fashion era? I love the art deco period. When I did The Merry Widow here in Australia in 2017, I was in seventh heaven in all the 1920s gowns. The art deco era has style, sleek lines and feminine silhouettes without being that corseted, 'poofy' bottom period. Who's your favourite designer? I love Vivienne Westwood so much, her blend of edgy, rock 'n' roll and feminine. It sums up my style: I like things to be strong, fun and make a statement but also be feminine – and feminine doesn't always mean soft. What's your fragrance of choice? I wear Lolita Lempicka.
The Age
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
The dream purchase soprano Danielle de Niese finds ‘hard to justify'
This story is part of the July 27 edition of Sunday Life. See all 14 stories. Each week, we quiz a prominent person about their style and the inspiration behind it. Ahead, opera singer Danielle de Niese. How would you describe your style? Diva glam. What's the oldest thing in your wardrobe? A white blouse given to me by Donna Karan. I wore it on the cover of my debut album, Handel Arias, in 2007. And the most recent addition? A white leather Gucci belt with the classic gold GG buckle. What would you wear… … on a first date? On my first date with my husband I wore jeans, a white lace shirt that had a train at the back and high heels with a pearl ankle strap. … on a plane? Black trousers, a shirt, jumper, big scarf and my Brooks tennis shoes. … on the red carpet? I've worked with some amazing designers: Marchesa, Temperley, Vivienne Westwood; a favourite is a fuchsia corseted gown that Vivienne made for me. And I wear Christian Louboutin 'Nude' heels for darker skin. What's your favourite fashion era? I love the art deco period. When I did The Merry Widow here in Australia in 2017, I was in seventh heaven in all the 1920s gowns. The art deco era has style, sleek lines and feminine silhouettes without being that corseted, 'poofy' bottom period. Who's your favourite designer? I love Vivienne Westwood so much, her blend of edgy, rock 'n' roll and feminine. It sums up my style: I like things to be strong, fun and make a statement but also be feminine – and feminine doesn't always mean soft. What's your fragrance of choice? I wear Lolita Lempicka.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Taylor Swift cheers for boyfriend Travis Kelce's Hollywood debut in ‘Happy Gilmore 2'; encourages fans to watch sequel to Adam Sandler's comedy
Taylor Swift led the cheer brigade for the release of Adam Sandler 's latest film titled 'Happy Gilmore 2'. The pop star uploaded a story on her account to encourage fans to watch the movie that also marks the Hollywood debut of her boyfriend, Travis Kelce . Taylor Swift tells fans to watch 'Happy Gilmore 2' Swift shared the poster of the Adam Sandler-led film with a caption that read, 'Happy Gilmore 2 had me cackling and cheering the whole movie! An absolute must watch, 13/10, go watch it on Netflix as soon as humanly possible'. Travis Kelce's feature in the film One of the reasons why the star is urging fans to go watch the film is due to the long list of cameos from all kinds of celebrities, including her beau, Travis Kelce. The scene has the 35-year-old GG player shirtless, wearing only an apron. Not only that, but singer Bad Bunny is also in the scene, rubbing honey all over him, too! The film also featured cameos from names like Margaret Qualley , Sandler's daughters Sadie and Sunny Sandler, Kid Cudi, Phillip Schneider, Maxwell Jacob Friedman, and Ethan Cutkosky. About 'Happy Gilmore 2' 'Happy Gilmore 2' is an American sports comedy film that stars Sandler in the titular role as Happy Gilmore. It follows the golfer after his wife dies in a freak accident due to his shot with a golf ball. After he gives everything up, he starts working at a supermarket. While living with his daughter, Vienna, he comes across a challenge as Vienna's teacher suggests that she go to a ballet school in Paris that costs more than what the professional golfer has left. Reluctantly, he picks up his golf clubs again in order to earn enough money to send his daughter to school! Some of the returning cast members from the first film, alongside Sandler, include Ben Stiller, Julie Bowen, and Christopher McDonald.
New Straits Times
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
Student gamer Aria blazes trail for Malaysian women in eSports
KUALA LUMPUR: By day, she's a finance and marketing student in New Zealand. By night, she's Malaysia's gaming trailblazer. Sharifah Alia Husna Syed Fakrrurozi, better known in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) arena as Aria, has made history as the first Malaysian woman to reach the grand final of an international MLBB tournament. The 22-year-old, who joined North American side Gaimin Gladiators (GG), may have lost 4-0 to Indonesia's Team Vitality in the MLBB Women's Invitational (MWI) final in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, but the runner-up finish earned her team a cool US$90,000 (RM382,000) and a place in the record books. Aria, who hails from Selangor and is currently pursuing a degree at the University of Canterbury, said she hopes her breakthrough moment will encourage more Malaysian female gamers to aim beyond local borders. "I hope if players in Malaysia don't get a chance at home, they will try to go for the international stage," said the 2023 SEA Games bronze medallist. "For example, if you can't break into a top team like NAVI MY, consider joining a team abroad. "Despite falling at the final hurdle, Aria's dream run has already turned heads across the eSports community, particularly among aspiring female players. "Of course I'm incredibly happy. To be the first Malaysian woman to do this... I'm very proud of myself," she said. Balancing high-level gaming and university life is no easy feat, and Aria had a message for other women trying to juggle both worlds: "To the women who are studying but still competing in MLBB, congratulations on your ability to adapt. It's not easy, but I hope you can build on that momentum and go even further."
New Straits Times
19-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
No fairytale for Aria as Gaimin Gladiators stumble in Riyadh
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's hopes of seeing a female player lift an international Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) title were dashed after North American side Gaimin Gladiators (GG) were crushed 4-0 by Indonesia's Team Vitality in the MLBB Women's Invitational (MWI) Grand Final in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Saturday. The Malaysian trio -- EXP Laner Sharifah Alia Husna "Aria" Syed Fakrrurozi, head coach Kelvin "Rexvinn" Unting, and analyst Farhan "SoraPayung" Ibrahim -- had been bidding to guide GG to North America's first-ever international MLBB crown. But Vitality, the two-time MWI champions, were simply too strong, sweeping the best-of-seven series in dominant fashion to underline their status as the queens of the game. Their victory earned them US$150,000 (RM636,600), while Aria and her GG teammates took home US$90,000 (RM381,960) as runners-up. GG had undergone a three-week bootcamp in Malaysia ahead of the tournament and put up a brave fight, banning Vitality's most dangerous heroes and trying to dictate team fights but were ultimately outclassed by a more experienced and cohesive outfit. Aria, a SEA Games bronze medallist in Phnom Penh in 2023, was heavily targeted in her lane, with Vitality giving her little breathing space throughout the contest. Despite the loss, Farhan praised the team for exceeding expectations. "They exceeded my expectations by reaching the grand final," he said. "I think they could have done better, but it came down to a lack of experience. Rome wasn't built in a day, and certainly not in three weeks. "You need time to build synergy, and that was what we lacked, especially against a team that's been together for five years. Still, I'm proud of them." All eyes now turn to the Mid Season Cup x Esports World Cup (MSCxEWC), where reigning champions Selangor Red Giants will look to defend their title The MSCxEWC group stage begins on July 23
