SING AND PLAY

Jewelry designer Justine Clenquet's influences Cinema as a Reference

Released in 1995, The Doom Generation portrays a rebellious and marginalized youth in a pop-infused horror satire of America. A seminal work by American queer filmmaker Gregg Araki, this psychedelic road movie—set against a backdrop of dark comedy—perfectly reflects the creative universe of Justine Clenquet. And it is no coincidence that it appears on her website, listed among a selection of delightfully nostalgic VHS tapes, CDs, and audio cassettes. "It’s my favorite film," she says. "I came up with the idea of ​​curating these objects to invite the customer into my world and help them understand my inspirations. Cinema is an integral part of my creative process; you can find numerous references to films and directors throughout my moodboards. What draws me in is the cinematography, the atmosphere, and, of course, the characters." So much so that she dedicated her Spring/Summer 2021 collection to the actress Faye Wong, the heroine of Wong Kar-wai’s film Chungking Express. "When you look at her style, you can totally picture her wearing my jewelry, bags, or shoes. And that is exactly how I conceive my designs."

piano cover of 'Angel' by Leah's Land

1993 TVB The Legendary Ranger - Promotional Interview

The host teased Faye about one of her scenes with Leon Lai where it looks like she stripped naked.

Faye said she did not strip naked and was wearing a low-cut top. You only see a little bit of shoulders. She didn’t take everything off. It wasn’t done to heal Leon's character either. It's because he was very cold and sick so she was helping to keep him warm.

The host said why not show to here [lowers his hand]

Faye is like "no way" and puts her hand up higher indicating the camera only shot to there.

[GQ HONG KONG] Summer Playlist

"Extraordinary Summer" – Jacky Cheung & Faye Wong

In 1994, superstars Jacky Cheung and Faye Wong joined forces to create a quintessential summer anthem set against the backdrop of urban Hong Kong, perfectly capturing the passion and vitality of romance. In the music video, the duo playfully splashed water at one another. That genuine, effortless joy became an iconic image etched in the hearts of countless music fans of that era. Furthermore, the "OH… AH… E… YEAH" melody in the chorus—simple yet infectious—left a deep impression on listeners, becoming a shared memory that is fondly recalled every summer.

Faye + Nic hoodie on Olivia Sui

My aesthetic goal for this year is "Faye Wong-core." (Special note: She always speaks her mind!)

Kaho Hung & Gordon Flanders cover of 'Repayment'

It didn’t take long for younger generations to realize that few people are cooler than Faye Wong.

First memory of Chanel?

Leah Dou: My first memory of Chanel is from a song. My mom is a singer. And she has a song called 'CHANEL'.

Behind-The-Scenes of Faye Wong's The Protagonist Themesong

Sun Hao, Producer:

(I told Faye Wong) You pick which studio to use. The company pays, not me. But Faye was really nice about it. She just picked the one she usually uses - a really small studio. Then she told me, 'Don't bring a bunch of people. Just the two of us. Just bring one sound engineer, that's it.' I thought she'd bring her own engineer. We agreed on a day to record. She said, 'Lets do it at 3 (o'clock)'.

We got there at 2 to set everything up. Then she said, 'You can have a drink.' I said, 'Wait - we can drink while recording?' She said, 'Have a drink. It helps you relax.' She's really great. She had her staff bring two bottles of whiskey for Peng Peng. I truly admire Faye Wong.

She said, 'Lets do a run-through before we actually record.' When she went into the booth for the run-through I realized she's someone who practices everything until she knows it inside out. She had the song completely memorized. We're used to just reading from the score while recording. I believe that only when you know the song best then you really shape the phrasing beautifully. And for all the chorus parts...she adapted them from the dramatic style of Qinqiang opera.

[TRANSLATION] The Frames of Cheung Man Wah

I started photographing Faye Wong with the album No Regrets —back when she still went by the name Shirley Wong. I told the team at Cinepoly, 'I’d really love to shoot Faye!' so they handed the entire project—including the art direction—over to me to give it a try. We shot that album over two days in Macau, and I was the one who cast the male model seen embracing Faye on the cover. Later, for the 1995 album Decadent Sounds of Faye, I began collaborating with stylist Titi Kwan and art director Thomas Chan. Back then, a singer would usually spend 8 days making an album; with Faye, it was at least 8 days shooting photos — album covers plus promotional photos for various magazines. Add in concert shoots and commercials, and we saw each other constantly throughout the year. Faye was, of course, a wonderful subject, and we worked very closely during that period. I recall that her daughter, Tong Tong, and my own daughter were about a year apart in age. We would get together for dinner and even play mahjong at her home. Although, I’m someone who prefers to keep a certain distance from stars—call it a conscious choice to stay grounded. I always feared that getting too close might compromise the photography—that I might fail to capture the specific vibe the audience wanted to see. I’ve always believed that distance creates beauty.

Is Faye Wong a dream pop legend?

Faye Wong Japan Fan Club Goods

On this day! Celebrating the 30th anniversary of Faye Wong's 13th studio album “浮躁”, released on June 3, 1996. 💿 This experimental album blends rock and psychedelic styles, featuring tracks co-produced by Zhang Yadong, Dou Wei, and the Cocteau Twins. Let's revisit this avant-garde album today! 🎵