Nickie Nina create the classic eastern silhouette here with flashes of fusion for our fashion spread, borrowing heavily from our traditional design influences and the wide spectrum of embellishments, patterns and motifs.

The result is a knockout amalgamation of both the old and the new, and it is captured in the breathtaking environs of Bangkok’s lush cityscape.

Playing around with the theme of old and new, the city’s impressive 21st century architecture can be seen in the backdrop as well as its traditional harbour front in what is a coming together of natural elements. Also brought into focus here are the memorials that pay homage to the resilient spirit of its hardworking populace who have elevated the urban centre to the celebrated status it enjoys today. — Nabeel Shaukat 

Opinion

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Rigging claims
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Rigging claims

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Housing scams
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Under siege
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Meddlesome ways
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Meddlesome ways

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Mass transit mess
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