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Welcome to My Writer Portfolio

ELKY SIU

Elky is a bilingual writer who has contributed to print and digital media on subjects including watches, art, design, lifestyle and beauty. Born and raised in Hong Kong, she is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. When she isn't writing, she is likely to be found sweating in the gym, watching a movie or travelling - often doing all three at once.

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November, 2020

Where do music, heritage, culture and community collide? It’s at Haw Par Music, the first music institute in Hong Kong that integrates heritage conservation, music education and community engagement initiatives.

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May 2020

Voyemo, an LGBTQ-friendly travel agency, wants every traveler to enjoy their journey, regardless of their sexual orientation or identity.

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May 2020

REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort in Bali is a sustainable wellness hotel nestled amidst the breezy hills of Nusa Dua in Southern Bali, offering fully immersive wellness programs that are curated and led by a team of resident wellbeing experts.

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March, 2020

Overwhelmed by stress? Here are 6 DIY practices to help you deal with anxiety, fear and uncertainty from the comfort of your home 

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March 2020

By eating the rainbow, one color at a time, you can transform your eating habits and properly absorb all the beneficial nutrients our food has to offer

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March 2020

Go green with your beauty routine and get your glow on with these natural skincare products

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SAIL THE MEDITERRANEAN IN A SUPERYACHT

June 30, 2017

There are yachts – and there are superyachts. Come aboard in Sanlorenzo and sail the Mediterranean in the ultimate lap of luxury

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WHEN SUSTAINABLE CLOTHING BECOMES THE HEIGHT OF FASHION

June 1, 2017

Fashion is like fine dining: it is desirable, but unnecessary. We eat to survive but we dine to be gratified. We wear clothes for practical purposes but we wear beautiful attire to express ourselves and impress others. In gratifying our desires, any green-tinged, fast-fashion label is the lesser of two evils.

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EQUESTRIAN KENT FARRINGTON GOES FOR GOLD WITH ROLEX

May 2, 2017

A peek into of the stables of Kent Farrington, an American show jumper, who is ranked second in the world and is also a Rolex brand ambassador, during the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida.

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AUTHENTIC. BOLD. COLOURFUL.

Copies that deliver results.

The following is a collection of writing projects I’ve worked on throughout my career. Each piece is unique in style and content, and represents a distinct moment in my career. Together, they help illustrate my journey as a Writer Portfolio. I hope you enjoy my work, and I invite you to contact me with any questions or inquiries.

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BEHIND THE WHEEL OF A MONTE CARLO YACHT

October 2, 2017

Life can deliver moments that, even as you are living them, you know you will reminisce about for ever. I had one such moment in Italy, in the Gulf of Trieste, when I first took the helm of a motor yacht.

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HONG KONG BARS WITH KILLER VIEWS

September 27, 2017

From rooftop bars overlooking the mesmerizing Hong Kong skyline and beachside watering holes with splendid sea views, to hidden terrace taverns tucked away in the heart of the city, here are our top bar-with-a-view picks:

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BEST FREE APPS FOR SPENDING TIME INDOORS

September 20, 2017

Stuck inside on a typhoon day? Try these free apps while waiting for the storm to pass!

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On watches

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THE INNOVISION: ULYSSE NARDIN'S FAR OUT CONCEPT WATCH

April 30, 2017

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MONTBLANC: 100 STEPS A SECOND

April 29, 2017

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BAUME & MERCIER’S 2017 NOVELTIES FOR THE SPORTING GENTLEMAN

April 29, 2017

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Send them my way—I thrive on constructive criticism.

On fashion

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IN THE MOOD FOR CHEONGSAMS: WHERE TO GET A QIPAO TAILORED IN HONG KONG

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4 WAYS TO PULL OFF THE UNDERWEAR-AS-OUTERWEAR LOOK

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GOT SILK? WE’RE COVETING THE SILK CREATIONS BY THESE THREE DESIGNERS

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Send them my way—I thrive on constructive criticism.

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On beauty

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TOP 3 SEMI-PERMANENT MAKEUP YOU SHOULD TRY

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BEAUTY BETA: 4 CUSHION COMPACTS WE TRIED AND LOVED

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SAY CHEESE: 4 FUSS-FREE TEETH WHITENING SPOTS IN HONG KONG

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Send them my way—I thrive on constructive criticism.

On lifestyle/ design

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5 WAYS TO SPEND NEW YEAR’S EVE IN HONG KONG

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5 OF THE BEST BESPOKE SUIT SERVICES IN HONG KONG

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DECK THE HALLS: 5 FESTIVE DESIGN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR HOME

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Send them my way—I thrive on constructive criticism.

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4 UNUSUAL RESTAURANTS IN HONG KONG YOU SHOULD VISIT

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5 WAYS TO UNWIND IN HONG KONG

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RETRO SNACKS IN HONG KONG: NOSTALGIA IN YOUR MOUTH

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Send them my way—I thrive on constructive criticism.

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6 STUNNING DESIGN TOMES FOR YOUR SHELF

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THE BEST PLACES TO EXPERIENCE HONG KONG ART AND CULTURE

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THE BEST CO-WORKING SPACES IN HONG KONG

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THE BEST ROOFTOP BARS IN HONG KONG

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A DESIGN-LOVER’S GUIDE TO RIO DE JANEIRO AND SÃO PAULO

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DO IT YOURSELF: 5 PIECES OF DESIGNER FURNITURE THAT COME READY-TO-ASSEMBLE

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Send them my way—I thrive on constructive criticism.

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DESIGN MUSEUM HOLON PRESENTS NENDO: THE SPACE IN BETWEEN

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KEONG SAIK CARNIVAL BRINGS MUSIC, FASHION AND FOOD TO SINGAPORE

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TAKE IT OUTSIDE: THREE HAMPERS FOR THE ULTIMATE PICNIC

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Send them my way—I thrive on constructive criticism.

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On homes/ interior design

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DO IT YOURSELF: 5 PIECES OF DESIGNER FURNITURE THAT COME READY-TO-ASSEMBLE

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HAVE SOME RETAIL THERAPY RIGHT AT HOME WITH THESE FIVE ONLINE DESIGN SHOPS

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6 WAYS TO DECORATE YOUR TERRACE THIS SUMMER

Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Send them my way—I thrive on constructive criticism.

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On homes/ interior design

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MID-CENTURY MODERN

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ZEST FOR LIFE: OUR TOP PICKS FROM HABITAT’S SS2016 COLLECTION

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5 SPOOKY DECOR PIECES TO SPRUCE UP YOUR SPACE FOR HALLOWEEN

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News report/ interview

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MACAU’S FASHION DESIGNERS EXHIBIT IN SHANGHAI FOR THE FIRST TIME

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INTERVIEW WITH SONIA CHAN HOI FAN, SECRETARY FOR ADMINISTRATION AND JUSTICE FOR MACAO

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INTERVIEW WITH NACKY KUAN SIO PENG, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF MACAO WATER SUPPLY COMPANY LIMITED

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Open Book

"Life itself is the most wonderful fairy tale"

Hans Christian Andersen

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