THERE were no fireworks as Malaysia Tatler’s 20th anniversary ball was held in the confines of Shangri-la’s Grand Ballroom but there were fiery sparks aplenty as the Malaysian elite arrived laden with diamonds, rubies, emeralds and sapphires.
A casual observer from another planet would never realise a global crunch was in full swing as ladies glittered unabashedly in multi-carats and designer gowns while men lorded the scene in black tie.
Over 500 members of royalty, corporate leaders, entrepreneurs and socialites came to enjoy the evening.
Malaysia Tatler managing director Florence Fang said: “In our 20 years, we had good times and tough times, but we have persevered and triumphed.
“I had to deal with tough clients in the early days who are now my friends.
Award recipients: Edipresse Asia’s CEO Barrie Goodridge, Sereni Linggi, Tunku Mudzaffar, Tunku Dara Naquiah, Datuk Farah Khan, Datuk Simon Foong, Datin Mina Foong, David Mizan Hashim, Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir, Sarena Cheah, Ong Boon Par and Florence Fang “It has been an exciting journey and I know the future ride will be even more exhilarating.”
Six Filipino dance instructors showed their skills and later invited the women to heat up the dance floor.
The floral displays were created by Razak Ahmad of Flora Etc.
All guests trotted home with a full-sized bottle of Advanced Night Repair by Estee Lauder worth RM290, Pasaya luxury pillowcase, American Express diary and the latest copy of November Tatler.
Happy birthday!: (From left) Barrie Goodridge, Rita Goodridge, Florence Fang and Malaysia Tatler staff at the cake-cutting ceremony. As usual, Tatler rolled out its rollcall of honour in the form of eight coveted awards for the most prominent, successful and high flying individuals.
Society Couple of the Year: Tunku Mudzaffar Tunku Mustapha and Tunku Dara Naquiah Tuanku Ja’afar, eldest child of the late Ruler of Negri Sembilan.
Gracious Hosts: Datuk Simon and Datin Mina Foong of Bodyshop
Most Stylish Woman: Sereni Linggi from one of Sarawak’s most respected families.
The Diamond Award: Datin Paduka Marina Tun Dr Mahathir, tireless campaigner and The Star columnist.
Most Promising Woman: Sarena Cheah, daughter of Tan Sri Jeffrey Cheah, founder of Sunway Group.
Entrepreneur Par Excellence: Architect David Hashim of Veritas
Bon Vivant: Ong Boon Par of FWC Connoisseurs.
20 Years at the Top: Datuk Farah Khan, president of Melium Group.
Each awardee received a Daum Crystal trophy, Estee Lauder hamper and Pasaya bedlinen set plus something from either Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Versace, Bedat & Co, Zegna or TSL Jewels.
Event partners were American Express, Samsung, Porsche, Riche Monde, FWC Connoisseurs and ShangriLa which also created a mile high cake.
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