Natasha Moor: More than Makeup

Nomination for Woman of Power: Natasha Moor

Natasha Moor is my nomination for Woman of Power. More than a highly accomplished makeup artist, she is a visionary entrepreneur, global changemaker, and philanthropist who has transformed the beauty industry from the inside out. From humble beginnings in Hong Kong — a small albeit influential dot on the global map — Natasha has built an international beauty empire and turned her name into a global brand that stands for something far greater than cosmetics.

Through Natasha Moor Cosmetics, she has proven that beauty is a powerful vehicle for confidence and self-worth. Her clean, high-performance, inclusive products — crafted to flatter every skin tone — carry empowering names like Fearless, Conquer, Game Changer, and Self-Made. They are daily affirmations in lipstick and liner form. 

However, for Natasha, it’s never just about selling a lipstick or an eyeliner; it’s about painting on a radiant layer of self-confidence that allows women to step into their power. She innately, deeply understands that female empowerment often begins with how a woman sees and feels about herself. By making women look and feel their best, she gives them the courage to show up boldly in the world. 

Beyond business, Natasha’s heart for service is remarkable. Through her Happiness Project and the #DoMoor initiative, she has dedicated her time, resources, and platform to uplifting underprivileged women — including survivors of human trafficking, acid attacks, homelessness, and substance abuse. 

She has traveled to shelters and rehabilitation centers to personally give makeup makeovers, reminding women of their inner strength and beauty when life has tried to strip it away.

Still only in her mid-thirties and in the first act of what promises to be an extraordinary life, Natasha Moor is just getting started. Her second act is already burgeoning — with expanding global reach, deeper philanthropic impact, and new ventures on the horizon.

We are witnessing the rise of a force who doesn’t just sell beauty — she weaponizes it for good. Natasha Moor is the embodiment of what it means to be a Woman of Power.

The Hermès page in My Place magazine

 

Photography: Dino Busch

Stylist: Bhisan Rai

Makeup: Natasha Moor

Models: Ana and Linda 

FULL LOOK: Hermès 

The Macallan’s ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ Whisky: When James Bond Meets Sherry and a Surprise Twist

Though James Bond is known for his martini — shaken, not stirred — I was recently whisked away to a private tasting in The Peninsula Suite, where the iconic spy’s world collided with one of Scotland’s most revered single malts. There, The Macallan unveiled its latest limited-edition release: the Diamonds Are Forever 55th Anniversary Release, a sophisticated homage to the 1971 James Bond film that marked Sean Connery’s final outing as 007.

This isn’t just another celebrity-branded bottle. It’s a thoughtful, layered single malt that mirrors the film’s central theme — nothing is quite as it seems. Distilled in 2007 (a clever nod to 007), the whisky spent 18 years maturing before being bottled at 45.5% ABV. What makes it truly special is the cask selection crafted by Whisky Maker Russell Greig, an avid Bond fan who decoded the movie’s narrative into oak and spirit.

At its heart, the release celebrates Bond’s refined connoisseurship of sherry. Early in Diamonds Are Forever, Bond demonstrates his knowledge by nosing a Solera sherry. The Macallan, whose signature character comes from exceptional sherry-seasoned oak casks, leans into that connection. But Greig added an unexpected dimension: American oak casks that previously held red wine — the first time The Macallan has incorporated red wine casks into such a release. 

This twist echoes a pivotal later scene in the film where Bond’s forensic knowledge of red wine literally saves his life. The result is a whisky of glittering depth and complexity. Bespoke hybrid sherry-seasoned casks (combining European and American oak staves in the same cask) deliver the rich, dried-fruit and spiced notes Macallan lovers expect. The red wine casks introduce a textured softness and subtle tannic grip more commonly associated with fine aged wine, creating a mouthfeel that feels both familiar and intriguingly different. 

On the nose, expect polished oak, vanilla bean and rich dried fruits; on the palate, smooth caramel, cocoa-dusted truffles, fruit-driven layers and a hint of nutmeg that lingers into a refined, long finish.

Visually and thematically, the whisky pays tribute to the film’s American settings. The natural golden-amber color evokes the Aztec sandstone of the Nevada desert, while the American oak stands in for the bright lights of Las Vegas and the California coast where much of the action unfolds.

This limited release continues The Macallan’s successful partnership with the Bond franchise, following the 2022 Six Decades collection. It’s available initially through The Macallan’s website and estate boutique, with wider distribution at select retailers from March 2026.

Flashy collaborations I've covered for years but The Macallan has delivered something more substantial — a whisky that rewards slow sipping and close attention, much like the best Bond films. 

Cover story: Jon Kortajarena

24 hours before we went to print, this interview, profile and feature of supermodel Jon Kortajarena came in. He was working on a movie and called in between shots - and I had to stay up all night to write up the feature. Joys of high gloss, print magazine publishing... 

As usual, French photographer Olivier Yoan did his magic with a dream team behind the scenes. 

The visuals, the layout, all worked... not sure anyone read my lengthy feature as this special menswear edition of the magazine was all about the look... 

First Person: Ballroom dancer David Klar,

 

Photography by Dino Busch. My monthly column.

My Byline in Glossy Magazines

 Pic by youngling Jeff Hahn. Blurb by the late great Peter Comparelli. 

The elegance of Graff diamonds

Shame I can't run fast as this media preview at Graff in Central was just something else... 

Meanwhile, waiting for a contract for hand modeling - strike a pose? Mostly I... prose.