Keeping It Real with Singer-Songwriter and #girlboss Ming Bridges

Keeping It Real with Singer-Songwriter and #girlboss Ming Bridges

In conversation with Singer-Songwriter Ming Bridges. This #girlboss has recently added the title of CEO to her belt too! With her sustainability themed fashion rental company Rentadella, Ming strives to empower women to be comfortable n their own skins.

What are you busy with? What is your typical day like?

Rentadella from dawn till dusk! I’m a one-woman show so my everyday includes: creating social media content, looking for marketing opportunities, running in and out of meetings, seeing clients,

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Surviving The Times: How to Stay Relevant in this Digital Age ft. Isha Andaya-Valles, Editor-in-Chief of Preview.ph

Surviving The Times: How to Stay Relevant in this Digital Age ft. Isha Andaya-Valles, Editor-in-Chief of Preview.ph

The digital world is taking over so many aspects of our lives. We saw the transition of a lot of mass media prints to online magazines, Amazon disrupting the marketplace. And now, there is even Zalando, which claims to be the "Spotify" for fashion. Clearly, there is no stopping this online domination.

How do you stay relevant with constant technology updates? How do you stay authentic and true to your personal & brand values in this ever-changing and evolving landscape?

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Keep The Stink At Bay And Feel Confident All Day In Your Activewear!

Keep The Stink At Bay And Feel Confident All Day In Your Activewear!

Awesome athleisure can make us feel hella confident at the gym - but, we're pretty sure smelling "fantastic" after a sweaty workout can bring our mojo down a couple of notches.

So, if you find that your SweatBuddy is starting to give excuse after excuse to set a date for the next workout, or perhaps you feel like there’s an ever increasing invisible force-field around you in the studio...perhaps it is time to take a good sniff of

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Athleisure Fashion - Versatility Made For The Busy Woman

Athleisure Fashion - Versatility Made For The Busy Woman

Fashion darlings like Gigi Hadid, Hailey Baldwin and Kendall Jenner have mastered the athleisure look to create their own edgy and model-off-duty style. Mixing up activewear and everyday items creates a look that is as fierce in the gym as they are for a night out.

As a Busy Woman, we know how important it is for your pieces to be versatile - from workout to work and work to date nights.

Here are 5 style tips just for you:

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How To Look For “Responsibly-Sourced” Children’s Clothing

How To Look For “Responsibly-Sourced” Children’s Clothing

Many moms can be fanatic when it comes to feeding their little ones an organic, plant-based, sugar-free diet - but when it comes to clothing, it is easy to forget that. After food, clothing is actually one of the most prevalent ways little ones absorb nasties into their bodies.

When it comes to shopping for the kids, juggling scouting for nicely designed clothing, while trying to stay mindful about the eco-logical impact of fast fashion, and the animal abuse endured

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Conscious Consumerism: Slow vs. Fast Fashion & Upcycling

Conscious Consumerism: Slow vs. Fast Fashion & Upcycling

"We generate a lot of textile waste every year. According to the National Environment Agency, Singapore generated over 150,000 tonnes of textile and leather waste in 2016 but only 7% of it was recycled. To put this in perspective, this is roughly 47 pairs of jeans per person in Singapore!"

We speak to Agatha "Agy" - a textile artist, environmentalist, mother and wife. This lady previously co-founded Connected Threads Asia and Fashion Revolution Singapore to bring greater awareness to

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The Conscious Parent: Little Ways to Bring Eco-Conscious Living into Parenthood

The Conscious Parent: Little Ways to Bring Eco-Conscious Living into Parenthood

If you did not worry about your environmental footprint prior to having kids, chances are it will be on your mind from the moment you chuck your first diapers. The seemingly endless array of stuff you accumulate and dispose of as kids grow is alarming!

Whether you are a parent, a to-be parent or not, how can we tread a little lighter with our purchases, as well as raise the next generation to care about taking good care of the

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Being A Conscious Consumer Is Fashionable

Being A Conscious Consumer Is Fashionable

Did you know that the apparel industry accounts for 10% of global carbon emissions and remains the second largest industrial polluter after oil? Or that the polyester fibres in our clothes take more than 200 years to decompose?

A typical factory worker in Bangladesh earns USD32 a month and works 14-16 hours a day, while a factory worker in China earns 10 times (USD327) on average. This is one of the reasons why more production is being pushed to Bangladesh.

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Yoga On & Off the Mat: Denise Keller, TV Entertainment Presenter, Yogi, Singapore

Yoga On & Off the Mat: Denise Keller, TV Entertainment Presenter, Yogi, Singapore

Regarded as one of the most recognized names and faces in Asia, this German-Chinese Singaporean Denise Keller was launched into stardom as one of the most popular VJs on MTV Asia. Modelling extensively throughout Southeast Asia, as well as in New York, Tokyo and Hong Kong, Denise has since graced fashion catwalks and the covers of Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, FHM, Shape and ELLE.

Today, apart from being a Lifestyle, Travel & Adventure Host on Discovery Channel and TLC, this

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Celebrating Hari Raya Puasa 2017: Fashion & Beauty Brands by our Malay Muslim Friends in Asia

Celebrating Hari Raya Puasa 2017: Fashion & Beauty Brands by our Malay Muslim Friends in Asia

Selamat Hari Raya to all our Muslim friends in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia & beyond! Hari Raya Puasa or Hari Raya Aidilfitri marks the end of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan - a month of fasting from dawn-to-dusk.

Today, we speak to this gorgeous lady Sabrina Marican, a Singaporean Millennial on what Ramadhan and this Hari Raya festive season means to her.

Sabrina is the founder of 2 online businesses - Cosmetique World (@thecosmetiqueworld), an online beauty store selling Asian

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Powerful Women in Business: Health, Fitness & Wellness Entrepreneurs - Cara G McIlroy, Genie Juicery, Supermodel, TV Presenter, Blogger, Hong Kong

Powerful Women in Business: Health, Fitness & Wellness Entrepreneurs - Cara G McIlroy, Genie Juicery, Supermodel, TV Presenter, Blogger, Hong Kong

She's an entrepreneur, a supermodel, a TV presenter, a blogger, a Super Mom and a judge on Asia's Next Top Model. She has been walking runways for brands such as Dior, starred in numerous commercials, fashion editorials, and featured in covers for magazines such as Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, and Marie Claire. She has even gone on to host shows on the National Geographic Channel!

"I’m busy with lotsa stuff! I have my company, Genie Juicery, two babies under

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The Digital Darlings - Inspiring Health, Fitness & Wellness Instagram Accounts to Follow: @alyr.fit

The Digital Darlings - Inspiring Health, Fitness & Wellness Instagram Accounts to Follow: @alyr.fit

In this series, The Busy Woman Project sets out to find out what moves the ladies, who inspire us through their social media accounts. Follow our series as you get to know these relatable digital darlings better!

Known by her handle @alyr.fit, Aly Rauff is also a Lorna Jane and #TEAMBUSYWOMAN Ambassador. You can read more about her journey & thoughts on health, fitness and activewear on her blog.

What are some key messages you’re looking to spread

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Slayin’ Fashion Styling Tips for the Busy Woman

Slayin’ Fashion Styling Tips for the Busy Woman

As Busy Women, there is so much in life we’re too busy slayin’: To live a life taking charge, conquering limits, and shattering glass ceilings for instance. We’re just constantly on-the-go and on-a-roll. And sometimes, we simply can’t afford the time to always appear battle-ready; whether in office wear, activewear or anything in-between!

That being said, fret not fellow busy ladies, for here are 5 slayer style tips to help you slay unhindered -

1. Layer and

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WONDERMOMS: In Conversation with Rima Melati Adams, Gudang-Gudang Yoga, Jakarta, Indonesia

WONDERMOMS: In Conversation with Rima Melati Adams, Gudang-Gudang Yoga, Jakarta, Indonesia

In Conversation with Rima Melati Sheila Adams, a Model, TV personality and former Miss Singapore Universe Finalist currently living in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Rima strives to reach out to more people to live better - she is creating a group for moms in her neighborhood to workout every Sunday morning.

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"I was born in Hong Kong but was raised in Singapore almost all my life. I was never a fitness enthusiast when I was younger... However, I found out I had

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Heart for Hustle: Forbes 30 under 30 duo Meg He & Nina Faulhaber, ADAY

Heart for Hustle: Forbes 30 under 30 duo Meg He & Nina Faulhaber, ADAY

Individuals who pursue their passions? Check.
Entrepreneurs? Check.
Busy Women who are able to juggle a gazillion items? Check.

Heart for Hustle: In this series, The Busy Woman Project interviews a couple of amazing, strong Women of Asia who, in pursuit of their passions, moved from Corporate to Wellness. Think ex-bankers, lawyers, consultants to Boutique Fitness gym owners and Athleisure fashion brand founders across multiple cities!

Follow our series as these Busy ladies share their views on Wellness, what drives

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Making a Difference through Fashion: In Conversation with Charlotte Tsuei, Caelum Greene HK

Making a Difference through Fashion: In Conversation with Charlotte Tsuei, Caelum Greene HK

This is for YOU – the inspiring group of Women who live life, are passionate about bettering yourselves, seeking meaning and ultimately, making a difference.

Women Empowerment, Supporting local businesses, Committing to Organic produce, Being Eco-friendly, Going Vegan…We all speak of change and making the world a better place, but change actually begins with us, and whatever little steps we can take.

What do you spend your hard-earned money on, and where does it go? Does your dollar go towards

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